Spring Camp "Life Savers Week"
2019-03-14 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | FL

Banyan LiFT Camp "Story Telling 101"
2019-06-10 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | blueprint
Explore the Oral Tradition by creating, scripting, and adding sound effects to an original story
Guest speaker: Professional Story teller
Fieldtrip: Seminole Library

Banyan LiFT Summer Program “Story Telling 101”
2019-06-11 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | blueprint
Explore the Oral Tradition by creating, scripting, and adding sound effects to an original story
Guest speaker: Professional Story tell

Banyan LiFT Summer Program “Story Telling 101”
2019-06-12 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | blueprint
Explore the Oral Tradition by creating, scripting, and adding sound effects to an original story
Guest speaker: Professional Story teller

Banyan LiFT Summer Program " Story Telling 101"
2019-06-13 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | blueprint

Banyan LiFT Summer Program "Story Telling 101"
2019-06-14 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | blueprint

June 17-21 "Through Your Lens"
2019-06-17 09:00 - 2019-06-21 15:00 UTC | blueprint
Learn Photography (People/Nature/Still Life), create a photo journal of the week
Guest Speaker: Michele Hurm, Photographer
Fieldtrip: Movie – “Aladdin”

June 24-28 "I've Got the Music in Me"
2019-06-24 09:00 - 2019-06-28 15:00 UTC | blueprint
Identify the characteristics of various genres of music. What makes a song rock, country…
Guest Artists: Ries Bros Band
Field Trip: Capitol Theater, Tampa

July 1-3 "Sports and Games"
2019-07-01 08:00 - 2019-07-03 15:00 UTC | blueprint
Compete in various sports and games: water sports, charades, family feud, whiffle ball, etc.
Field Trip: Rays Stadium

July 8-12 "The World of Art"
2019-07-08 09:00 - 2019-07-12 15:00 UTC | blueprint
Examine many different art styles and experiment with our own.
Guest Speaker: Sue Ebert
Field Trip: Whim So Doodle Art Studio

July 15-19 :Looking Back in History"
2019-07-15 09:00 - 2019-07-19 15:00 UTC | blueprint
A step back in time, bringing US History to life and getting to know some of our most famous citizens
Field Trip: James Museum of Western Art, St. Petersburg, FL

July 22-26 "Christmas in July"
2019-07-22 09:00 - 2019-07-26 15:00 UTC | blueprint
The focus will be on giving back to our community: service projects, identifying need, being the solution.

Banyan LiFT Summer Program Wrap-Up Parent Event
2019-07-25 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | blueprint

The Great Banyan Hold Up
2019-09-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Location, 25 Belleview Blvd, Belleair, FL, 33756, United States
Get your $40 ticket and get on board the Banyan Express! But Beware! Unsavory characters are looking to lift your valuables. Bring unused or broken jewelry to donate to the Banyan Odyssey. Room for 60 passengers. Purchase tickets below!

Holiday Crafting
2019-12-07 14:00 - 17:00 UTC | Skycrest Community Church, 125 N Belcher Rd, Clearwater, FL, 33765
Master Artist Joy Swanson will teach us to make our own candles, craft cards and decorate tree ornaments. Artists may take some home, the rest will be displayed for sale at the Holiday Pop-Up Market at Second Century Studio from December 11 to 15th.

Holiday Extravaganza Pop-Up Market
2019-12-11 11:00 - 19:00 UTC | Second Century Studios, Clearwater
Join Ms. Jane to welcome guests and sell our goods in downtown Clearwater. We’ll have candles, cards for every occasion and tree ornaments created by Banyan Campers on December 7th. Nicole Hammani’s with Paparazzi’s will have affordable jewelry available for sale.

Annual Banyan Christmas Party
2019-12-11 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | First Christian Church of Clearwater, 2299 Drew St., Clearwater, FL, 33765
It’s time to get the gang together again and celebrate! We are hosting (with Georgie Menke) the Annual Banyan Christmas Party. We will have activities, a light dinner, music and a visit from the Jolly Old Elf himself. Dress is festive, a professional photographer will be there. Parents/Caregivers are invited to attend.

Banyan Spring Dance
2024-04-20 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Clearwater Dance Depot, 1261 S Ft Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33756
Sponsored by The Banyan Odyssey and Corinne Rungo of the Clearwater Dance Depot.

“Stay Aware. Stay Smart. Stay Safe” Seminar
2024-06-06 09:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Clearwater Dance Depot, 1261 S Ft Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33756

Camp Banyan Summer Activity: Pop-up Field Trip to Creative Pinellas Museum & Florida Botanical Gardens
2024-07-06 09:15 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Creative Pinellas Museum & Florida Botanical Gardens, 12211 Walsingham Rd, Largo, FL

Session 1 of Camp Banyan’s exciting Summer Day Camp!
2024-07-15 - 2024-07-19 | First Christian Church, 13272 Park Blvd, Seminole, FL, 33776
Mark these dates! This summer Camp Banyan returns. Led by Jane Williams, camp will be at the First Christian Church, 13272 Park Blvd, Seminole, FL 33776. Watch for full information and how to register to be posted soon.

Session 2 of Camp Banyan’s Summer Day Camp!
2024-07-22 - 2024-07-26 | First Christian Church, 13272 Park Blvd, Seminole, FL, 33776
Mark these dates! Led by Jane Williams, camp will be at the First Christian Church, 13272 Park Blvd, Seminole, FL 33776. Watch for full information and how to register to be posted soon.

Banyan Odyssey Neuro-diverse Art Lesson at Stirling Gallery in Dunedin, Florida
2024-09-24 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Stirling Art Gallery, 730 Broadway, Dunedin, FL, 34698, United States
BANYAN’S ARTISTIC POP-UP FIELD TRIP to the STIRLING ART GALLERY! Studio Artists KAREN BAKER & JOY SWANSON lead a private tour of the gallery AND teach our ART LESSON. Afterwards is dinner in Dunedin. Free Art Activity for 14 participants.
WHEN: Tuesday afternoon, September 24th, for our handicapable friends
WHERE: Meet at Stirling Art Gallery, 730 Broadway (2nd Floor/elevator access available), Dunedin, FL 34698
TIME: 4:00 – 5:30pm at the Gallery; Dinner from 5:30 – 7:00pm
PICK-UP: Stirling Art Gallery Lobby (following dinner, artwork will be ready to take home)
COST: Dinner (location to be announced; please bring cash or debit card to cover your meal)
Artist’s Driver/Caregiver is welcome to come observe and join us for dinner.
To be placed on the information list for this educational/social event, contact the Banyan Odyssey with your information (participant’s name/caregiver/phone number/email) and we’ll forward details and RSVP info.
The Banyan Odyssey email: hello@ourbanyan.com

- POSTPONED - Country Western Dance Hosted by the Banyan Odyssey to Benefit Horses for Handicapped (H4H)
2024-10-12 14:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Clearwater Garden Club, 405 Seminole St, Clearweater, FL, 33755, United States
Due to many dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the October “HORSES FOR HANDICAPPED: DANCE FOR A CAUSE” EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. If you already purchased tickets, you will be receiving an email providing additional information about the event plus a full refund.
Please continue watching your email or the OurBanyan.com “Events” page for this exciting Horses for Handicapped fundraiser to be rescheduled. At this time, if you would like to donate directly to this wonderful cause, you may do so directly at their website: Horses for Handicapped Link

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WEARING OUR BOOTS AT A LATER DATE!
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Let’s get together to socialize, exercise and give back to another great Non-Profit Organization in Tampa Bay! This is an inclusive event for the whole community. Corinne Rungo of the Clearwater Dance Depot will lead a Western Dance Lesson from 2:00-2:45pm, then she’ll DJ “kicker” dancing and fun! The Dance ends at 4:30pm. $20 Advance Ticket (or $25 Cover Charge at the door) includes the group dance lesson, open dance floor, and light snacks with bottled water.
Corinne Rungo, Instructor/Event DJ
ALL TICKET SALES AND COVER CHARGE proceeds go directly to the Horses for Handicapped Foundation of Seminole, an all-volunteer organization serving Pinellas County, FL.
Volunteer Jocelyn with Renegade at Special Olympics
The Garden Club of Clearwater houses a beautiful dance floor that can easily accommodate over 100 dancers. It has a front-door drop off and is wheelchair accessible.
Summer Event at the Garden Club

A "WICKED" Afternoon on the Big Screen with the Banyan Odyssey and Friends!
2024-12-06 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Studio Movie Grill Theater – Seminole, 7718 113th St, Seminole, 33772, United States
The 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.
Reserve 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.
Sign up to reserve your ticket today! Fill out the form on the “Contact” tab on this website and specify this event.

Tim Tebow and Central Christian Church: Night to Shine 2025!!
2025-02-07 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | St. Petersburg Coliseum, 535 4th Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States
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!
Night to Shine: Central Christian Church Video and Registration Information

The 3rd Annual Banyan Spring Dance for Neuro-Diverse Adults - Mark Your Calendar!
2025-05-17 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | City of Belleair Bluffs Town Hall, 2747 Sunset Blvd, Belleair Bluffs, FL, 33770, United States
Mark your calendar and join us for the Banyan Odyssey’s 3rd Annual Spring Dance!
We 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!
Where: 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)
When: Saturday, May 17, 2025
Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Attire: Dressy
Registration: 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.
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Want to See How to Train Your Dragon? Sign up for the June 29th Private Showing
2025-06-29 13:30 - 16:20 (America/New_York) | Studio Movie Grill Theater – Seminole, 7718 113th St, Seminole, 33772, United States
The Banyan Odyssey is hosting a private viewing of the “How to Train Your Dragon” movie!
Friends of the Banyan are invited! (Dragons optional)
JUNE 29, 2025 – Studio Movie Grill in Seminole; Sunday Matinee, 1:30pm check-in, with pickup at 4:20pm
Admission 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.
Food and Drinks are at your (the movie-goer’s) expense. Cash/debit card (SMG adds18% tip)

Banyan at the Movies
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Camp Banyan: Exploring Theatre Arts! (July 14 - 18, 2025)
2025-07-14 10:00 - 2025-07-18 14:00 (America/New_York) | Grace Christian Fellowship, 901 Ridge Rd S, Largo, 33770, United States
“All the world’s a stage” so, if you’re over age 22, hop on!
Camp 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.
When: July 14-18, 2025 (Monday-Friday)
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
Who: Neurodiverse/Handicapable Young Adults Over the Age of 22, Able to Self-care and Communicate Needs
Cost: $125 per week (If you register and pay for all three weeks of Camp Banyan, the cost is $110 per week)
Guest Master Teacher this Week: Brianna Larson
NEW Location: Grace Christian Fellowship Church, 901 Ridge Rd S, Largo, FL 33770
To Prepare for Camp Banyan:
1) There is only room for 20 attenders, max. Make sure you register early and get your payment in to reserve your place
2) You will bring your own lunch daily (30-minute lunch break)
3) Wear comfortable clothes; you’ll need closed-toed shoes for Cooking Sessions and old clothes for Painting Days
4) Every day’s sessions include Themed Activities, a Core Values lesson, Practical Life Skills, and Recreational Fun
5) Master Teachers come in from the community each week
6) 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)
Please 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.
If you have questions, please contact Jane Williams at email: Hello@OurBanyan.com

Camp Banyan Registration 2025
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July 14-18: Exploring Theater Arts

July 21-26: Transportation

July 28-Aug 1: Culinary Arts
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Camp Banyan: Transportation - Getting There in Style (July 21-25, 2025)
2025-07-21 10:00 - 2025-07-25 14:00 (America/New_York) | Grace Christian Fellowship, 901 Ridge Rd S, Largo, 33770, United States
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!
-When: July 21-25, 2025 (Monday-Friday)
-Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
-Who: Neurodiverse/Handicapable Young Adults Over the Age of 22, Able to Self-care and Communicate Needs
-Cost: $125 per week (If you register and pay for all three weeks of Camp Banyan, the cost is $110 per week.)
-NEW Location: Grace Christian Fellowship Church, 901 Ridge Rd S, Largo, FL 33770
To Prepare for Camp Banyan:
1) There is only room for 20 attenders, max. Make sure you register early and get your payment in to reserve your place
2) You will bring your own lunch daily (30-minute lunch break)
3) Wear comfortable clothes; you’ll need closed-toed shoes for Cooking Sessions and old clothes for Painting Days
4) Every day’s sessions include Themed Activities, a Core Values lesson, Practical Life Skills, and Recreational Fun
5) Master Teachers come in from the community each week
6) 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)
And now, Mr. Bill’s Dad Jokes for this week:
Why don’t bicycles stand up by themselves? Because they’re two-tired!
What’s a car’s favorite meal? BRAKE-fast!
How does a train eat? It goes Chew! Chew!
Join Camp Banyan to find out what makes a trolly jolly!

Please 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.
If you have questions, please contact Jane Williams at email: Hello@OurBanyan.com

Camp Banyan Registration 2025
Please complete the registration form and submit.

Camper/Participant Name(Required)

First Name

Last Name

If more than one person is attending, you must submit two registration forms.Age(Required)Grade / Ability Level(Required)Gender(Required)

Female

Male
PARENT / GUARDIAN INFORMATIONParent / Guardian Information(Required)

First Name

Last Name

Relationship to Camper/Participant(Required)Parent / Guardian Cell Phone(Required)(###) ###-####Parent / Guardian Work Phone(###) ###-####
If different than cell phoneEmail(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

ZIP / Postal Code

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)

Contact First Name

Contact Last Name

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)

July 14-18: Exploring Theater Arts

July 21-26: Transportation

July 28-Aug 1: Culinary Arts
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