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UID:6640-1733497200-1733508000@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:A "WICKED" Afternoon on the Big Screen with the Banyan Odyssey and Friends!
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nThe Banyan Odyssey presents a Private Screening of “WICKED” at the Seminole Studio Movie Grill for our friends in the neurodiverse/handicapable community. There is no cost for the ticket\, but you must reserve one in advance to present at the ticket kiosk.  Refreshments are at your own expense. \nReserve quickly because after our 40 reserved seats are claimed\, latecomers can purchase a $9.00 discounted ticket at the SMG front desk at 3:00pm the day of the event. \nSign up to reserve your ticket today!  Fill out the form on the “Contact” tab on this website and specify this event.
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/a-wicked-afternoon-on-the-big-screen-with-the-banyan-odyssey-and-friends/
LOCATION:Studio Movie Grill Theater – Seminole\, 7718 113th St\, Seminole\, 33772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Outing
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Williams":MAILTO:hello@ourbanyan.com
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T192918Z
UID:6569-1738951200-1738962000@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Tim Tebow and Central Christian Church: Night to Shine 2025!!
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time again!  Sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation\, Central Christian Church is hosting the 11th ANNUAL – NIGHT TO SHINE! This exciting event for the Neuro-diverse community (14+) takes place on February 7\, 2025\, at the St Petersburg Coliseum.  You must register to attend. Registration: CentralStPete.com. Be sure to secure you spot for this incredible evening of fun! \nNight to Shine: Central Christian Church Video and Registration Information
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/tim-tebow-and-central-christian-church-night-to-shine-2025/
LOCATION:St. Petersburg Coliseum\, 535 4th Ave N\, Saint Petersburg\, FL\, 33701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T183000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T171234Z
UID:6713-1747506600-1747515600@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:The 3rd Annual Banyan Spring Dance for Neuro-Diverse Adults - Mark Your Calendar!
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar and join us for the Banyan Odyssey’s 3rd Annual Spring Dance! \nWe have grown! This year our Special Needs Friends of the Banyan will meet in Belleair Bluffs for dancing to the DJ\, snacking on finger foods and making memories with friends!! There will be ‘magical’ moments at this year’s event including a Men & Womens’ Dance-Off Contest and special guests! \nWhere: The Belleair Bluffs City Hall\, 2747 Sunset Blvd\, Belleair Bluffs FL 33770 (located near the E&E Steakout Grill Restaurant off of Indian Rocks Rd) \nWhen: Saturday\, May 17\, 2025 \nTime: 6:30pm – 9:00pm \nAttire: Dressy \nRegistration:  It is important to Pre-register for this event! To Pre-register complete the form below and click “submit”.  Note: If you have more than one participant planning to attend\, complete the form and submit for the first\, refresh this page and then complete and submit the form for each additional participant. \nPRE-REGISTRATION: DANCER PARTICIPANT INFORMATION FORM \n\n\n                \n                        \n                            Banyan Dancer Registration Form\n                             \n                        \n                        Person Completing this Form:(Required)Relationship to Participant:(Required)Phone:(Required)Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Participant’s Name:(Required)Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                        \n                                        Address Line 2\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n                                        State\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP Code\n                                \n                    \n                Participant’s Age:(Required)Gender:(Required)List Food Allergies and/or Dietary Restrictions:(Required)   Add   RemoveIf Information is Provided Above\, is the Participant Aware of any Food Allergies and/or Dietary Restrictions? Click One:(Required)\n			\n					\n					Yes\n			\n			\n					\n					No\n			Emergency Contact:(Required)Relationship:(Required)Emergency Contact Phone:(Required)Is Special Assistance Required? If Yes\, Please Explain:Is the Participant Bringing Their Own Dance Partner:\n			\n					\n					Yes\n			\n			\n					\n					No\n			If Yes\, Please Provide the Partner’s Name Here:Note: The Partner MUST REGISTER SEPARATELY To Attend.Photo Release [You Must Read and check the below box for the Participant to Be Able to Attend]    I give my consent for the Participant mentioned above to be video recorded and/or interviewed by representatives from the media or The Banyan Odyssey. I authorize the use and reproduction by the Banyan Program or anyone authorized by them of any and all photographs/video recordings taken of participants\, without compensation to myself. All of these photographs/video recordings shall be the property\, solely and completely\, of The Banyan Odyssey. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs/video recordings and the soundtrack\, script or printed information that may be used in conjunction with them (unless I expressly specify my desire to do so in advance of publication).\n\nThis consent is expressly intended to forever release from liability all personnel\, agents\, designees and persons associated with The Banyan Odyssey\, the photographers and all personnel of the publication or television media\, and as continuing in nature without limitation or restriction\, specifically including but not limited to time. Consent(Required) I Am Acknowledging I Am Authorized and Give My Permission to The Above Photo Release Statement.(Required)Name of Person Giving Consent(Required)Name of Person Giving Consentfor Participant’s Name(Required)Participant’s NameCAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/the-3rd-annual-banyan-spring-dance-for-neuro-diverse-adults-mark-your-calendar/
LOCATION:City of Belleair Bluffs Town Hall\, 2747 Sunset Blvd\, Belleair Bluffs\, FL\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Social Outing
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CREATED:20250613T180627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T192828Z
UID:7069-1751203800-1751214000@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Want to See How to Train Your Dragon?  Sign up for the June 29th Private Showing
DESCRIPTION:The Banyan Odyssey is hosting a private viewing of the “How to Train Your Dragon” movie! \nFriends of the Banyan are invited! (Dragons optional) \nJUNE 29\, 2025 – Studio Movie Grill in Seminole; Sunday Matinee\, 1:30pm check-in\, with pickup at 4:20pm \nAdmission is free to first respondents.  YOU MUST REGISTER BELOW IF YOU WANT TO SEE THE MOVIE WITH US.  Those who show up the day of the showing\, will need to pay the full ticket price\, if there are open seats. \nFood and Drinks are at your (the movie-goer’s) expense. Cash/debit card (SMG adds18% tip) \n\n                \n                        \n                            Banyan at the Movies\n                            Banyan at the Movies \n                        \n                        Ticket Reservation Request for -(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        If more than one person\, you will need to submit each request separately.Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Special Notes:CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/want-to-see-how-to-train-your-dragon-sign-up-for-the-june-29th-private-showing/
LOCATION:Studio Movie Grill Theater – Seminole\, 7718 113th St\, Seminole\, 33772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Banyan at the Movies,Featured,Social Outing,Summer Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Williams":MAILTO:hello@ourbanyan.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20250603T030044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T190813Z
UID:6882-1752487200-1752847200@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Camp Banyan: Exploring Theatre Arts! (July 14 - 18\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:“All the world’s a stage” so\, if you’re over age 22\, hop on! \nCamp Banyan handicapable participants explore the Theatre Arts!  You will brush up on stage skills\, perform a Reading Theatre (with sound effects)\, create your own characters and storyline\, practice improvisation\, do a scenic design and paint it to life\, learn simple choreography\, and learn how these skills can help you in everyday life.  Field Trip to be announced. \nWhen: July 14-18\, 2025 (Monday-Friday) \nTime: 10:00am-2:00pm \nWho: Neurodiverse/Handicapable Young Adults Over the Age of 22\, Able to Self-care and Communicate Needs \nCost: $125 per week (If you register and pay for all three weeks of Camp Banyan\, the cost is $110 per week) \nGuest Master Teacher this Week:  Brianna Larson \nNEW Location: Grace Christian Fellowship Church\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, FL 33770 \nTo Prepare for Camp Banyan:\n1) There is only room for 20 attenders\, max. Make sure you register early and get your payment in to reserve your place\n2) You will bring your own lunch daily (30-minute lunch break)\n3) Wear comfortable clothes; you’ll need closed-toed shoes for Cooking Sessions and old clothes for Painting Days\n4) Every day’s sessions include Themed Activities\, a Core Values lesson\, Practical Life Skills\, and Recreational Fun\n5) Master Teachers come in from the community each week\n6) We take Field Trips into the community to learn more about the theme (Permission Slips will come home on Monday; must be returned signed by Wednesday) \nPlease complete the Registration form below and\, to make your payment\, go to the “GIVE” page (Link to “Give” Page) or send your check to The Banyan Odyssey\, PO Box 1064\, Largo\, FL 33779.   \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jane Williams at email: Hello@OurBanyan.com \n\n                \n                        \n                            Camp Banyan Registration 2025\n                            Please complete the registration form and submit. \n                        \n                        Camper/Participant Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        If more than one person is attending\, you must submit two registration forms.Age(Required)Grade  / Ability Level(Required)Gender(Required)\n			\n					\n					Female\n			\n			\n					\n					Male\n			PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATIONParent / Guardian Information(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship to Camper/Participant(Required)Parent / Guardian Cell Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian Work Phone(###) ###-####\nIf different than cell phoneEmail(Required)\n                            \n                        Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                        \n                                        Address Line 2\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        \n                                        State / Province / Region\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP / Postal Code\n                                \n                    \n                Will You be Transporting Camper / Participant?(Required)YesNoIf No\, Who will be Providing Transportation?Provide Cell Phone Number of Person Transporting(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian: Are you available to drive for field trips?YesNoIf Yes\, How Many Seats/Seat Belts in Your Vehicle?EMERGENCY INFORMATIONEMERGENCY CONTACT IF WE CANNOT REACH YOU(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship(Required)Emergency Contact Cell Phone Number(Required)(###) ###-####CAMPER/PARTICIPANT MEDICAL INFORMATION (CONFIDENTIAL)Diagnosis/Medical Conditions(Required)Other information Helpful to Camp StaffDoctor's Name(Required)Doctor's Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Hospital Preference(Required)List Allergies / Dietary Restrictions(Required)Medications(Required)List Limitations to Normal Activities:(Required)CAMP PARTICIPATIONCheck which Camp Banyan Sessions Participants will Attend(Required)\n								\n								July 14-18: Exploring Theater Arts\n							\n								\n								July 21-26: Transportation\n							\n								\n								July 28-Aug 1: Culinary Arts\n							CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/camp-banyan-july-14-18-2025-exploring-theatre-arts/
LOCATION:Grace Christian Fellowship\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp,Summer Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20250603T031201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T190708Z
UID:6945-1753092000-1753452000@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Camp Banyan: Transportation - Getting There in Style (July 21-25\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Can “Getting There” Be the Best Part of a Trip?  Campers will learn about getting around with less stress\, from here in Pinellas County to all over the world! We’ll travel virtually with Guest Speakers and in person on a field trip via the Jolley Trolley.  We’ll plan your Dream Vacation from the get-go\, including where to go\, how to get there\, what to take\, how much to budget\, where to stay and even what to wear! And let’s sample some dishes from around the world!  \n-When: July 21-25\, 2025 (Monday-Friday)\n-Time: 10:00am-2:00pm\n-Who: Neurodiverse/Handicapable Young Adults Over the Age of 22\, Able to Self-care and Communicate Needs\n-Cost: $125 per week (If you register and pay for all three weeks of Camp Banyan\, the cost is $110 per week.)\n-NEW Location: Grace Christian Fellowship Church\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, FL 33770 \nTo Prepare for Camp Banyan:\n1) There is only room for 20 attenders\, max. Make sure you register early and get your payment in to reserve your place\n2) You will bring your own lunch daily (30-minute lunch break)\n3) Wear comfortable clothes; you’ll need closed-toed shoes for Cooking Sessions and old clothes for Painting Days\n4) Every day’s sessions include Themed Activities\, a Core Values lesson\, Practical Life Skills\, and Recreational Fun\n5) Master Teachers come in from the community each week\n6) We take Field Trips into the community to learn more about the theme (Permission Slips will come home on Monday; must be returned signed by Wednesday) \nAnd now\, Mr. Bill’s Dad Jokes for this week:\nWhy don’t bicycles stand up by themselves? Because they’re two-tired!\nWhat’s a car’s favorite meal? BRAKE-fast!\nHow does a train eat? It goes Chew! Chew!\nJoin Camp Banyan to find out what makes a trolly jolly! \n\n  \n  \nPlease complete the Registration form below and\, to make your payment\, go to the “GIVE” page (Link to GIVE Page) or send your check made out to The Banyan Odyssey\, PO Box 1064\, Largo\, FL 33779-1064. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jane Williams at email: Hello@OurBanyan.com \n\n                \n                        \n                            Camp Banyan Registration 2025\n                            Please complete the registration form and submit. \n                        \n                        Camper/Participant Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        If more than one person is attending\, you must submit two registration forms.Age(Required)Grade  / Ability Level(Required)Gender(Required)\n			\n					\n					Female\n			\n			\n					\n					Male\n			PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATIONParent / Guardian Information(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship to Camper/Participant(Required)Parent / Guardian Cell Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian Work Phone(###) ###-####\nIf different than cell phoneEmail(Required)\n                            \n                        Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                        \n                                        Address Line 2\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        \n                                        State / Province / Region\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP / Postal Code\n                                \n                    \n                Will You be Transporting Camper / Participant?(Required)YesNoIf No\, Who will be Providing Transportation?Provide Cell Phone Number of Person Transporting(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian: Are you available to drive for field trips?YesNoIf Yes\, How Many Seats/Seat Belts in Your Vehicle?EMERGENCY INFORMATIONEMERGENCY CONTACT IF WE CANNOT REACH YOU(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship(Required)Emergency Contact Cell Phone Number(Required)(###) ###-####CAMPER/PARTICIPANT MEDICAL INFORMATION (CONFIDENTIAL)Diagnosis/Medical Conditions(Required)Other information Helpful to Camp StaffDoctor's Name(Required)Doctor's Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Hospital Preference(Required)List Allergies / Dietary Restrictions(Required)Medications(Required)List Limitations to Normal Activities:(Required)CAMP PARTICIPATIONCheck which Camp Banyan Sessions Participants will Attend(Required)\n								\n								July 14-18: Exploring Theater Arts\n							\n								\n								July 21-26: Transportation\n							\n								\n								July 28-Aug 1: Culinary Arts\n							CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n  \n 
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/camp-banyan-july-21-25-2025-transportation-getting-there-in-style/
LOCATION:Grace Christian Fellowship\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp,Summer Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20250603T032602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T190938Z
UID:6959-1753696800-1754143200@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Camp Banyan: Exploring the Culinary Arts! (July 28-Aug 1 & Special Session Aug 2\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Forget boring fast food! Let’s learn some kitchen prep and presentation skills! \nJoin Banyan Campers for hands-on lessons in the Culinary Arts. Learn to develop a healthy menu\, budget and shop for ingredients\, follow recipes\, and serve a meal. Make a dish with a Professional Guest Chef and learn what it’s like behind the scenes of a busy restaurant. And\, our handicapable participants will prepare and host the beautiful buffet luncheon for Caregivers attending Banyan’s “Lunch with a Lawyer” seminar on Saturday\, August 2nd\, 2025 [For information on the seminar\, see the posting on the Event’s page] \n-When: July 28- August 1\, 2025 (Monday-Friday); with a special session Saturday (08/02) at 10:00am for a special event!\n-Time: 10:00am-2:00pm\n-Who: Neurodiverse/Handicapable Young Adults Over the Age of 22\, Able to Self-care and Communicate Needs\n-Cost: $125 per week (If you register and pay for all three weeks of Camp Banyan\, the cost is $110 per week)\n-NEW Location: Grace Christian Fellowship Church\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, FL 33770 \nTo Prepare for Camp Banyan:\n1) There is only room for 20 attenders\, max. Make sure you register early and get your payment in to reserve your place\n2) You will bring your own lunch daily (30-minute lunch break)\n3) Wear comfortable clothes; you’ll need closed-toed shoes for Cooking Sessions and old clothes for Painting Days\n4) Every day’s sessions include Themed Activities\, a Core Values lesson\, Practical Life Skills\, and Recreational Fun\n5) Master Teachers come in from the community each week\n6) We take Field Trips into the community to learn more about the theme (Permission Slips will come home on Monday; must be returned signed by Wednesday) \n“Cooking is like painting or writing a song. Just as there are only so many notes or colors\, there are only so many flavors – it’s how you combine them that sets you apart” – Julia Childs (Cooking expert\, author\, television personality)\n“Oh boy\, here comes the mess!” – The Muppets Swedish Chef \nPlease complete the Registration form below and\, to make your payment\, go to the “GIVE” page (Link to GIVE Page ) or send your check to The Banyan Odyssey\, PO Box 1064\, Largo\, FL 33779. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jane Williams at email: Hello@OurBanyan.com \n\n                \n                        \n                            Camp Banyan Registration 2025\n                            Please complete the registration form and submit. \n                        \n                        Camper/Participant Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        If more than one person is attending\, you must submit two registration forms.Age(Required)Grade  / Ability Level(Required)Gender(Required)\n			\n					\n					Female\n			\n			\n					\n					Male\n			PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATIONParent / Guardian Information(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship to Camper/Participant(Required)Parent / Guardian Cell Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian Work Phone(###) ###-####\nIf different than cell phoneEmail(Required)\n                            \n                        Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                        \n                                        Address Line 2\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        \n                                        State / Province / Region\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP / Postal Code\n                                \n                    \n                Will You be Transporting Camper / Participant?(Required)YesNoIf No\, Who will be Providing Transportation?Provide Cell Phone Number of Person Transporting(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian: Are you available to drive for field trips?YesNoIf Yes\, How Many Seats/Seat Belts in Your Vehicle?EMERGENCY INFORMATIONEMERGENCY CONTACT IF WE CANNOT REACH YOU(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact First Name\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Contact Last Name\n                                                \n                            \n                        Relationship(Required)Emergency Contact Cell Phone Number(Required)(###) ###-####CAMPER/PARTICIPANT MEDICAL INFORMATION (CONFIDENTIAL)Diagnosis/Medical Conditions(Required)Other information Helpful to Camp StaffDoctor's Name(Required)Doctor's Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Hospital Preference(Required)List Allergies / Dietary Restrictions(Required)Medications(Required)List Limitations to Normal Activities:(Required)CAMP PARTICIPATIONCheck which Camp Banyan Sessions Participants will Attend(Required)\n								\n								July 14-18: Exploring Theater Arts\n							\n								\n								July 21-26: Transportation\n							\n								\n								July 28-Aug 1: Culinary Arts\n							CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n\n 
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/camp-banyan-july-28-aug-1-2025-exploring-the-culinary-arts/
LOCATION:Grace Christian Fellowship\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camp,Summer Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20250525T025552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T004437Z
UID:6793-1754132400-1754139600@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Lunch with a Lawyer: A Caregiver Seminar
DESCRIPTION: – A Banyan Event –\nJoin us for lunch to hear what David Lillesand\, a well-known local Disability Attorney\, has to say about the current Medicaid/SSI/SSDI environment.  A founding partner of Lillesand\, Wolasky\, Waks & Hitchcock\, P.L\, Mr. Lillesand has his finger on the pulse of what’s happening in the ever-changing Federal and State Special Needs legal world.  He represents many clients across Florida dealing with Social Security disability issues\, Medicaid\, Asset Protection (ABLE accounts & Trusts) and is a frequent lecturer on SSI\, Medicaid\, and Special Needs Trusts at a number of law schools.  Following Mr. Lillesand’s presentation there will be an open Q&A session. \nYou won’t want to miss this valuable educational opportunity plus a chance to ask an expert the questions you may have about the laws and rules that are part of the neurodiverse / disabled world. \nThe luncheon will be created by our own Camp Banyan participants!  They will plan\, shop\, prepare and serve a light buffet created just for this occasion!! \nWhen: Saturday August 2\, 2025\nTime: 11:00am – 1:00pm\nWhere: Grace Christian Fellowship\, 901 Ridge Road S\, Largo\, FL 33770\nCost: The Seminar and Luncheon are Free (but you must register)\nTo attend\, you must register by completing and submitting the information form below; you will receive a confirmation email of your registration.\nTo learn more about our guest speaker\, visit his website: Link: Lillesand Special Needs Law \nSponsored by the Banyan Odyssey\, there is no cost for the seminar or the luncheon. If you would like to make a donation to the Banyan Odyssey\, you may give at the event or click this link: Give at OurBanyan.com \n\n                \n                        \n                            Lunch with a Lawyer Registration\n                            Caregiver Registration Form for Seminar and Luncheon \n                        \n                        Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        If more than one person is attending\, each person must complete and submit a registration form.Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Phone format:  (###) ###-####Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                        \n                                        Address Line 2\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n                                        State\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP Code\n                                \n                    \n                What topics or questions do you have for our guest speaker?Consent(Required) I Am Giving My Permission to The Photo Release Statement BelowPhoto Release [You Must Read and check the above box to Be Able to Attend] \nI give my consent to be video recorded and/or interviewed by representatives from the media or The Banyan Odyssey. I authorize the use and reproduction by the Banyan Program or anyone authorized by them of any and all photographs/video recordings taken of participants\, without compensation to myself. All of these photographs/video recordings shall be the property\, solely and completely\, of The Banyan Odyssey. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs/video recordings and the soundtrack\, script or printed information that may be used in conjunction with them (unless I expressly specify my desire to do so in advance of publication). This consent is expressly intended to forever release from liability all personnel\, agents\, designees and persons associated with The Banyan Odyssey\, the photographers and all personnel of the publication or television media\, and as continuing in nature without limitation or restriction\, specifically including but not limited to time.CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n  \n 
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/lunch-with-a-lawyer-a-caregiver-seminar/
LOCATION:Grace Christian Fellowship\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Resource Seminar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20250801T035225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T035225Z
UID:7104-1755972000-1755986400@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Banyan at the Ballpark: An Evening at the Clearwater Threshers with Your Neurodiverse & Handicapable Friends!
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Banyan for a Night at the Ballpark! \nLet’s meet at the Clearwater Thresher’s BayCare Ballpark for an enjoyable evening with Friends\, Baseball and Fireworks! (Note: if you’re sound sensitive\, please bring your headphones or other noise abatement device.) \nTickets to the game are free – courtesy of A Friend of the Banyan Supporter! You MUST register below by August 17th\, for a ticket to be reserved in your name. \nWhen: Saturday\, August 23\, 2025. 6:30pm-around ~10pm\nGates open at 5:30pm and the game starts at 6:30pm \nWhere: BayCare Ball Park\, 601 N. Old Coachman Road\, Clearwater FL 33765 \nWhere to Park: Use parking Lot D where there’s both handicapped and regular parking for $5 (you will need to take care of this cost). You can enter the lot from the Hwy 19 access road or Drew Street. \nWhere to Enter the Ballpark: We will enter the stadium at the handicap ramp entrance on the south side of the field next to Parking Lot D. There will be someone in front of this entrance to greet you. You must arrive no later than 6:30pm. \nWho Can Come? Tickets are free and available to our Handicapable friends and their family. Everyone must complete and submit the registration form below to have a ticket reserved in your name.  Quantity is limited so please register early. \nYou will be responsible for your parking fee and any food or drinks you want in the park. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jane Williams via email at Hello@OurBanyan.com. \n\n                \n                        \n                            Banyan at the Ballpark Registration\n                            Banyan at the Ballpark Registration \n                        \n                        Name of Person Completing this Form(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n                            \n                        List All Persons for Whom You are Requesting Tickets (including person completing this form)\, the Age of Each Attender if Not the Parent and Note Any Special Consideration RequiredFirst NameLast NameAgeList Any Special Considerations Required    Add   RemoveConsent: Photo Release(Required) I agree to the photo release policy.Photo Release. I give my consent for the Participant(s) mentioned above to be video recorded and/or interviewed by representatives from the media or The Banyan Odyssey. I authorize the use and reproduction by the Banyan Program\, or anyone authorized by them of any and all photographs/video recordings taken of participants\, without compensation to myself. All photographs/video recordings shall be the property\, solely and completely\, of The Banyan Odyssey. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs/video recordings and the soundtrack\, script or printed information that may be used in conjunction with them (unless I expressly specify my desire to do so in advance of publication).CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\nSee you at the game!
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/banyan-at-the-ballpark-an-evening-at-the-clearwater-threshers-with-your-neurodiverse-handicapable-friends/
LOCATION:Baycare Ballpark\, 601 N Old Coachman Rd\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Banyan at the Ballpark,Social Outing,Summer Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20250909T203056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T233641Z
UID:7165-1758758400-1759103999@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:HONK! The Musical.  A Fun Evening for All!
DESCRIPTION:Many of our Friends of the Banyan may be seen in the upcoming production of “HONK! The Musical.” \nDon’t miss this exciting Theatre Exceptional production presented by Blue Butterfly Productions (Link to Blue Butterfly Productions)  Honk! is the retelling of the Ugly Duckling which originated in London winning the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical in 2000. \nWhere: Central Park Performing Arts Center\, 105 Central Park Dr\, Largo\, FL 33771 \nWhen: September 25-28th (times vary) \nObtain your tickets through the Largo Central Park Performing Arts Center (Central Park Performing Arts Center) \n\n 
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/honk-the-musical-a-fun-evening-for-all/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Creative Event,Social Outing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20250910T002350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T021832Z
UID:7150-1760119200-1760130000@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Festival of Trees Decorations Party – with PIZZA!
DESCRIPTION:Ready to be creative for a purpose?  We’ll be making ornaments for a “Banyan Christmas Tree” to support the Arc of Tampa Bay’s Festival of Trees from November 22-24\, 2025. Some of the ornaments will feature our very own Banyan Artists!  \nWHO: Open to our neurodiverse friends (Note: Space is limited to the first 15 who register) \nWHEN: Friday\, October 10\, 2025\, from 6pm until 9pm \nWHERE: Location is off of Indian Rocks Rd in Largo\, FL.  (The complete address will be provided following registration) \nATTIRE: Wear clothes that can get paint\, glue or other artistic messy stuff on them \nCOST: Free – but you must register so we will have enough pizza! \nTO REGISTER: We’re sorry but the event’s capacity has been reached.  This event is no longer available; please watch the Banyan Odyssey’s Event Calendar for future events. ( Link to Events Calendar ) \nIf you have questions\, please email Jane Williams at Hello@OurBanyan.com \n\nJoin us and enjoy pizza\, seeing friends and creating ornaments! \nIf you want to donate to the Banyan Odyssey (a Florida Not for Profit 501(c)3) visit the “Give” page at OurBanyan.com ( Give Link ) \nFor more information on the Arc/Festival of Trees\, click this link to their website: Arc of Tampa Bay Festival of Trees \n 
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/festival-of-trees-decorations-party-with-pizza/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:A 'Give Back' Community Project,Creative Event,Social Event,Special Feature
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20250909T232950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T171119Z
UID:7155-1762876800-1762884000@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Art Class at the Stirling Art Gallery in Dunedin!! A Banyan Event!
DESCRIPTION:LEARN A NEW ART MEDIUM IN NOVEMBER \nThe Banyan Odyssey is hosting a free Art Class for our neurodiverse friends at the wonderful Stirling Art Gallery! \nMaster Artist Joy Swanson\, from Dunedin’s Stirling Art Gallery\, will lead Banyan artists to create their own “Scratch Art” masterpiece to take home.  Scratch Art uses a sharpened dowel to scratch off black ink to reveal a color or metallic surface underneath (see Joy’s owl below).  Participants will create a sea turtle\, owl\, butterfly or their own design.  There is no cost for student artists.  Class is 4:00 – 6:00pm \n6:00pm: Optional group dinner at Casa Tina\, a Mexican restaurant located up the block from the gallery. Both class participants and their Caregivers are invited to dinner; the cost of dinner is the responsibility of the participants/Caregivers. \nThe Art Class is limited to 20 participants so register early! \nWhere: Stirling Art Gallery\, 730 Broadway 2nd Fl\, Dunedin\, FL 34698\nWhen: Tuesday\, November 11\, 2025. 4pm-6pm with optional dinner afterwards\nCost: The art class is FREE; individuals are responsible for their own dinner cost.\nWho: Our neurodiverse friends; Caregivers invited to join us for the optional group dinner. \nTo register\, complete the form below. \n\n                \n                        \n                            Art Class at the Stirling Gallery\n                             \n                        \n                        Person Completing this Form(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Name of Person(s) Attending the Art Class(Required)Last NameFirst NameAny Special Note:    Add   RemoveAdd additional names by clicking the "+" sign on the far rightAttending the Optional Dinner at Casa Tina's?(Required)\n								\n								Yes\n							\n								\n								No\n							If Yes\, How Many will be Joining the Group for Dinner?Participants and Caregivers may join the group for dinner.  Note: this is a 'self-pay' expense.CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\n\nNight Owl by Joy Swanson using the Scratch Art Method. \n 
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/banyan-art-class-at-the-stirling-gallery-coming-in-early-november/
LOCATION:Stirling Art Gallery\, 730 Broadway\, Dunedin\, FL\, 34698\, United States
CATEGORIES:Creative Event,Social Event,Special Feature
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20250918T211529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T213102Z
UID:7220-1763683200-1763942399@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season with the Festival of Trees!
DESCRIPTION:The Arc’s Annual Festival of Trees is coming! \nFeaturing over one hundred beautiful and unique Christmas trees and wreaths the Festival of Trees\, organized by The Arc Tampa Bay Foundation\, takes place November 21-23\, 2025. It is their largest fundraiser\, and we are proud to help! \nOn Sunday\, November 23rd\, the “Twinklers Dance Troupe” from the Clearwater Dance Depot\, will perform at 2pm.  This is a must-see show! \nThe Festival runs Saturday\, 11/22/2025\, 10am-7pm\, and 11/23/2025\, 10am-5pm.  Have fun viewing – and purchasing – creative Christmas trees\, decorations and gifts! It features local vendors\, entertainment\, food\, and Photos with Santa. Our very own Banyan Odyssey artists are decorating a tree that will be on display and available for purchase.  General admission is $10 at the door. \nLocation: The Long Center at 1501 N Belcher Rd Ste 225\, Clearwater\, FL 33765 \nYour purchases and donations help support the work of the Arc of Tampa Bay. \nFor more details on events\, costs (and also for purchasing tickets for Premier Night on 11/21) visit the Arc of Tampa Bay website (Link to Festival of Trees )
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/celebrate-the-season-with-the-festival-of-trees/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:A 'Give Back' Community Project,Fundraisers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20251111T171724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T171724Z
UID:7267-1764863100-1764873000@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Banyan at the Movies: A “WICKED: FOR GOOD” Private Showing with Friends!
DESCRIPTION:The Banyan Odyssey Hosts a Private Screening of the Musical “WICKED: For Good” at the Seminole Studio Movie Grill for our friends in the neurodiverse/handicapable community. This is the exciting second part to the movie “Wicked” we enjoyed so much last December! \nThere is no cost for the ticket\, but you must *RESERVE A TICKET in advance.  Refreshments are at your own expense. \nReserve quickly because our 40 seats will fill up fast! \nWho: Neurodiverse / Handicapable Friends (age 22 and up) \nWhen: Thursday\, December 4\, 2025.  Arrive at 3:45pm (Look for Registration Table in Lobby) \nWhere: Studio Movie Grill – Seminole\, 7718 113th St N\, Seminole\, FL 33772 \nCost: Ticket is free – you must sign up below. Participant must bring their own money for any drinks or snacks. \nWhat Else:  Costumes in the Oz Theme are welcome. There will be a Photo Op Spot.  We also are fine with singalongs to your favorite songs! \n*Fill out the form below to reserve your ticket; you will receive a confirmation response email.  Note: Caregivers who plan to attend must reserve a ticket\, too. Hit the + button next to “Requesting Ticket” to add a name \nLights will be on dim in the theater.  Bring earphones if you are sound-sensitive. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Jane Williams at Hello@OurBanyan.com \nWatch or subscribe to the Banyan Odyssey Calendar on the Events Page.  The Banyan Odyssey is a 501(c)(3) Florida Non-Profit. If you wish to donate visit the “Gift” page or CLICK HERE. \n\n                \n                        \n                            Wicked: For Good Ticket Registration Form\n                             \n                        \n                        Name of Person Completing this Form(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email of Person Completing this Form(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone of Person Completing this Form(Required)I am Requesting Ticket(s) to be Reserved for...Participant's First NameParticipant's Last NameAge (Not Needed for Caregiver)List Any Special Considerations    Add   Remove(To add additional lines click on the + sign to the right)Consent: Photo Release(Required)\n			\n					\n					I agree to the photo release policy\n			Photo Release. I give my consent for the Participant(s) mentioned above to be video recorded and/or interviewed by representatives from the media or The Banyan Odyssey. I authorize the use and reproduction by the Banyan Program\, or anyone authorized by them of any and all photographs/video recordings taken of participants\, without compensation to myself. All photographs/video recordings shall be the property\, solely and completely\, of The Banyan Odyssey. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs/video recordings and the soundtrack\, script or printed information that may be used in conjunction with them (unless I expressly specify my desire to do so in advance of publication).CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/banyan-at-the-movies-a-wicked-for-good-private-showing-with-friends/
LOCATION:Studio Movie Grill Theater – Seminole\, 7718 113th St\, Seminole\, 33772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Banyan at the Movies,Featured,Social Outing,Special Feature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20251120T015337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T015337Z
UID:7293-1766035800-1766089800@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Bash!! The Banyan Odyssey and LiFT University Invite You to Join the Fun!!
DESCRIPTION:Exciting HOLIDAY BASH for our Neurodiverse / Handicapable Friends and their Caregivers and Parents!!!  \nThis Free Event is brought to you by the Banyan Odyssey and LiFT University!!  \nTo Register for the HOLIDAY BASH you must SCAN THE LARGE QR CODE below or CLICK THE “BASH!” link at the bottom of this information.  You must register to attend. \n\nUse the large QR Code below to Register: \n\nIf you are unable to use the QR Code\, you may click on the “BASH!” link to access the Registration process form: \n“BASH!” Link to Registration \nQuestions? Please reach out to Jane Williams at Hello@OurBanyan.com
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/holiday-bash-the-banyan-odyssey-and-lift-university-invite-you-to-join-the-fun/
LOCATION:LiFT\, 1005 S Highland Avenue\, Clearwater\, 33756\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social Event,Special Feature
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20260110T162607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T162607Z
UID:7362-1769103000-1769112000@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:Create Your Inner Comic Book Hero with Artist Josh Rodriguez (for Our Neurodiverse Friends)
DESCRIPTION:New Art Medium! Create Your Own SuperHero with Comic Book Artist Josh Rodriguez! \nComic Book Artist Joshua T Rogriguez (“JRod”) guides participants through the process of creating their inner SuperHero in ink and watercolor!  You pick a template\, then add permanent details in ink. Next\, you’ll add watercolors with which to make your creation come alive! \n\nThis evening of creativity and learning includes PIZZA for dinner! \nJosh Rodriguez or “JRod” is an artist\, illustrator\, writer\, photographer\, videographer and the list goes on and on….  JRod was born in Tampa and grew up reading\, watching and pretending to be a superhero. He has a degree in animation and comic art and has been influenced by some of the most legendary illustrators and comic book artists.  Many of you met him at last month’s Holiday Bash. \nCome spend 2.5 hours with JRod as he guides you to illustrate the SuperHero inside you! You won’t want to miss this experience!  And you won’t want to miss the pizza! \n    Who: For our Neurodiverse Individuals age 22 years and up. \n    When: Thursday\, January 22nd\, 2026\, from 5:30pm – 8:00pm.   Pizza will be served while artwork dries.  (Gluten-free artists will need to bring their own dinner) \n    Where: Grace Christian Fellowship Church\, 901 Ridge Rd SW Largo\, FL 33770 \n    Cost: $10.00 per participant.  Pay with card on the link below or make your check payable to “The Banyan Odyssey.” The cost covers your art supplies. The pizza is on us!  At the end of the session\, you will take home your SuperHero creation and your watercolor kit. \nCLASS SIZE IS LIMITED TO 25.  Registration is required (no walk-ins) \nIf you have questions\, please contact us via email at Hello@OurBanyan.com \n\n                \n                        \n                            SuperHero Art Class Registration\n                             \n                        \n                        Name of Person Completing this Form(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Phone of Person Completing this Form(Required)Email of Person Completing this Form(Required)\n                            \n                        List Participant(s)First Name of ParticipantLast Name of ParticipantList Food Restrictions    Add   RemoveIf there is more than one participant\, click on the "+" sign to the right to allow additional rows.If Needed\, Add Special Notes Regarding Participant(s) AboveEmergency Contact Full NameEnter information if it's different than person listed completing formEmergency Contact PhoneCost of the Class is $10.00.  Select the Appropriate Choice:(Required)\n								\n								I will bring a check to cover the $10.00 cost\n							\n								\n								I will send a check made out to The Banyan Odyssey\, PO Box 1064\, Largo\, FL 33779-1064\n							\n								\n								I will use the link below or go to the "GIVE" page to make a credit card payment\n							Consent: Photo Release(Required) I agree to the Photo Release PolicyPhoto Release. I give my consent for the Participant(s) mentioned above to be video recorded and/or interviewed by representatives from the media or The Banyan Odyssey. I authorize the use and reproduction by the Banyan Program\, or anyone authorized by them of any and all photographs/video recordings taken of participants\, without compensation to myself. All photographs/video recordings shall be the property\, solely and completely\, of The Banyan Odyssey. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs/video recordings and the soundtrack\, script or printed information that may be used in conjunction with them (unless I expressly specify my desire to do so in advance of publication).CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ \n                        \n\nLink to “Give” page for credit card payment ($10.00/participant): Click Here
URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/create-your-inner-comic-book-hero-with-artist-josh-rodriguez-for-our-neurodiverse-friends/
LOCATION:Grace Christian Fellowship\, 901 Ridge Rd S\, Largo\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Creative Event,Featured,Special Feature
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152628
CREATED:20260301T033255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T155412Z
UID:7436-1775932200-1775941200@ourbanyan.com
SUMMARY:April 11th Spotlight: The 4th Annual Banyan Spring Dance for Neurodiverse Adults!!
DESCRIPTION:THE DANCE FLOOR IS NOW FULL (March 31st); NO MORE RSVP’s BEING ACCEPTED. THANKS! \n\nTime to deck out in your Hollywood best\, board the stretch limousine and be transported to the Red-Carpet entrance of the Belleair Bluffs City Hall! Our Friends of the Banyan celebrities will be treated to an evening of music and dance with friends. Prepare for your glamor photos. We have awesome volunteers for Dance Partners if you do not have a date in mind. Hors d’oeuvres\, healthy snacks and drinks will be available (no sit-down dinner).   \nNEWS FLASH: We’ve added some special guests to our line-up for the Dance.  Artist Lars Robinson is coming to do some caricature drawings\, too!  AND the Coffee Uniting People (CUP) gang from Tampa will be serve up some specialty drinks when you need a refresher.  One more surprise… \nMaking his debut Banyan appearance\, ZACK GOTTSAGEN (“Peanut Butter Falcon”) will be presented with the Keys to the City of Belleair Bluffs by City Commissioner Suzy Sofer. Come meet Zack–he’s ready to pose for pictures and hit the dance floor! \n\nRegistration in advance is required.  Space is limited to the first 75 respondents.  Register now to make sure you are a part of this exciting evening!! \nWhat & Where: The 4th Annual Banyan Spring Dance “Hollywood Style\,” at the Belleair Bluffs Town Hall (2747 Sunset Blvd\, Belleair Bluffs\, FL 33770) \nWhen: Saturday\, April 11th\, 2026\, from 6:30 to 9:00pm  \nCheck-in: Opens at 6:15 and closes at 6:45pm\, at the Registration Tent across the street (location below) \nParking and Sign-in: The Registration Tent is at 125 Indian Rocks Rd N. (the Bank parking lot on the East side; look for signs) \nCost:  NONE! It is free to participate\, but you must register in advance \nAttire: Glamor and Glitz – It’s Hollywood Red Carpet Time\, Baby! \nFor Whom: Neurodiverse and Handicapable Friends\, over the age of 22 \nRefreshments: Appetizers and soft drinks will be available (please eat a full meal before the event) \nReserve Your Place: To RSVP\, complete the form below and click “submit.”  Note: if you have more than one participant attending\, complete a form and submit it for the first person\, then refresh the page and complete/submit a new form for each additional participant.  No walk-ins will be admitted. \nNote: There is limited space\, and we will need to recruit Dance Partners\, so please register before March 15th \nEvent Pick-Up: Caregivers can collect their Hollywood Stars at 9:00pm at the Belleair Bluffs Town Hall main entrance \nVolunteers: Yes\, we can use you!  Please click this link and fill out the Volunteer Registration Form  Dance Volunteer Registration Click Here \nSponsors: If you would like to be a recognized as a Sponsor on our social media and at this event\, please inquire about sponsorship opportunities at hello@ourbanyan.com \n\n                \n                        \n                            Banyan Spring Dance: You Must Preregister!\n                            Registration form for the 4th Annual Banyan Spring Dance \n                        \n                        Person Completing this Form(Required)Relationship to Participant(Required)Phone(Required)Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Participant's Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Participant's Address(Required)    \n                    \n                         \n                                        \n                                        Street Address\n                                    \n                                        \n                                        Address Line 2\n                                    \n                                    \n                                    City\n                                 \n                                        \n                                        State / Province / Region\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP / Postal Code\n                                \n                    \n                Participant's Age(Required)Gender(Required)MaleFemaleList Food Allergies and/or Dietary Restrictions(Required)If Information is Provided Above\, is the Participant Aware of Any Food Allergies/Restrictions?  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URL:https://ourbanyan.com/event/april-11th-spotlight-the-4th-annual-banyan-spring-dance-for-neurodiverse-adults/
LOCATION:City of Belleair Bluffs Town Hall\, 2747 Sunset Blvd\, Belleair Bluffs\, FL\, 33770\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Banyan Event,Annual Spring Dance!,Featured,Social Event,Special Feature
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