2007 Calendar

June 2nd YES! has been invited to the Ranch Hands (Sertoma) Ranch and park for a day of music, barbeque and fun near Dade City.  We need to know who would like to go and arrange for some driving help.  Please let us know as soon as possible since it will take some arranging for all to attend.  Call 935-5696 and tell Jen at the YES! Center.

June 8-10 is the family café in Orlando.  As many of you have reported to YES! you are register but did not get a room.  YES! is working on providing rooms for those who wish to come and attend the different breakouts.  We need you to call 935 5696 so that we can start setting up details for those who wish to attend this event.

June 28th YES! I can Educate meeting at the YES! Center.  Quest speaker Linda Gross from the vocational rehabilitation.  Come and ask questions about how VR can assist you.

July 3rd, 11 to 1 at the YES! Center craft day and we will be making “firecrackers” for the 4th of July holiday.  Come and enjoy this activity

July 4th YES! will be closed for the celebration of the Independence of our country.

July 5th 10 to 12 will be a meeting of the committee for developing trainings, outings, and programming for YES! for the 2007-2008 grant period

July 9th Justin will be doing the computer classes so please sign up with him for the month of July.  We will be only be allowing 4 students for each class.  During these times there will not be open computer use.  If you need to use the computers for entertainment or personal use they will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, on a rotation bases.

July there will be no Project Connect meetings.

July 13th YES! is offering CPR and first aid classes to our members.  There are 5 slots open for YES! members there are other slots available for a fee which will certify you.  It is from 10 to 3. Please contact the YES! office for more details.

July 14th New Horizon’s support group.  Contact Arizona Jenkins for more information 494-0111

July 21st Ada Awareness Day at Mosi on Fowler Ave.  More details will be coming.

July 26th YES! I can Educate meeting at the YES! Center 1 to 3

July 27th Grassroots at Self Reliance Please call Teri Seltzman for more details

June 31st 10 to 12 is the second Awareness meeting of the class.  We will be focusing on who, what , where, and how of our awareness outreach.

July during the month we will be having movie days, reading programming, art activities, and a dance.  Keep watching your emails for these events.

YES! will be moving this month so events at the YES! Center will be tentative so call for updates.

August 27th is Movie Day at YES! come in and enjoy an afternoon of good entertainment and popcorn.

August 30th is YES! I can Educate Meeting and we have Marie and Eileen leading a discussion on diversity and how it affects us and how we need to understand how to discuss this in our community.

August 31st Birthday party for the August birthdays at the YES! Center 1 to 4.  Please bring a side dish to share with the group and your dancing shoes on.  Call YES! for more details.

Sept. 4 and 11th  Computer classes 10 to 12 and 1 to 3.  We have 3 spots available so please sign up by calling YES! for your spot in advance.

Sept. 5th YES! I can Cook Classes from 12 to 1 and 1:30 to 2:30. Please sign up a week in advance  by calling YES! so we can have supplies. Also please to on time since we have to start at the appointed times.

Sept. 5th Project Connect (We will now be meeting every other month on the first Wednesday of the month from 12:00 to 2:00.  Considering that we will only be meeting six times a year, it is important that we make the most of the shortened time.  IPlease notify me of your attendance.  Tara recommended that a certain number of members, representing different agencies, participate in the development of the PATH.  She has
requested that I send her a RSVP list five days prior to the meeting. So please let me know.

Our next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 5th from 12:00 to 2:00 at Nova Southeastern University.  Please feel free to bring your lunch).

Sept. 6 and 13th Computer classes from 10 to 12 and 1 to 3.  These classes must be signed up for in advance.  Call the Center for your time.

Sept. 8th New Horizons Support group meets at MacDonald Training Center 11 to 1 contact Arizona Jenkins at 494-0111  for more information.

Sept. 12th A grass roots planning meeting for the self advocates interested in starting southern movement for independent in Tampa again. On september 12th at apd office. Call for details

RSVP BY SEPTEMBER 5TH AT 813-383-9443

Sept. 14th the Petting Zoo from Lowry Park will visit YES! in our preparation for visiting the zoo the end of the month. Make sure you sign up now for the day you want.  There is limited space.

Sept. 15th The Freedom Playground will be doing their wheelathon. Please come out and partake in this event. You can sign up to walk or volunteer withi Stefani Busansky Freedom Playground Foundation, Inc.
P.O. Box 320295 Tampa, FL 33679-2295
813-254-3804 www.freedomplayground.org

Sept. 15 Justice Ministry  will be having a conference/workshop with Hope on being advocates for all.  Call Rachel 221-0130 for more details.  It is a good time to join as believers in this outreach.

Sept. 17th Monday mark your calender as...YES! Celebrates our 5th birthday at Golden Corral on 56th and Fowler 4 to 8.  (we will be also at that time celebrating any other birthdays of YES! members)

Sept. 18th Awareness outreach meeting  10 to 12

Sept. 18th  YES! board Meeting at 6:00 at the YES! Center

Sept. 19th Mayor¡¦s Alliance at 601 N. Nebraska Ave. 2 to 4 This is a joint meeting of both Alliances and will be discussing the updates on Transportation.

Sept. 20th YES! is hosting a community CPR and First Aid class from 10 to 3 at the YES! Center.  It  will help to meet the needs for those who need the certification for your job.  If you are a member of YES! Your class is free for those non members it is $50.  Please sign up at YES! of America United INC.

Sept. 21st YES! is hosting the HIV certification class. It is from
10 to 12:30  for a fee pf $25 and again 5  members from YES! may go free.  Please sign up at the YES! center.

Sept. 22nd New Horizon fundraise/fleamarket event.  Call Arizona Jenkins for details at 494-0111.

Sept. 24, 25, and 26 YES! and Lowry Park are partnering for an event at the Zoo.  We will meet at 10 a.m. and have a tour.  After the tour you can spend the rest of the day exploring on your own. This is a sign up first served at YES! anyone over the age of 3 needs to sign up for a space. Only 30 spaces available each of these days. Meet at Education Building on the East side of the Zoo by North Blvd. Remember to wear your YES! Shirts.

• Critter Encounter 12:30 on Saunders Theater
• Orangatan Exhibit 1:00
• Manatee Encounter 12:00 and 2:00 at Manatee Theater
• Bird Show 11:30 and 1:30
• Penguin Encounter 10:30 and 2:30
• Primate Encounter at 1:00 on Wednesday

Sept. 30th We could really use some helping hands to make this job easier. It will happen around 10:00 so please call me and tell me that you will be willing to help out!

NO YES! I can educate meeting this month since we will be moving the last week of the month to our new location.

Oct. 2 James Earl Jones will be at USF for a presentation of a check from Verizon to help in accessibility for seniors and visually impaired issues.  Alumni Center 10:30 to 12.

Oct. 3 a free grant opportunity for the arts at the Tampa Art Museum  1:30 t0 3:30 downtown Tampa.

Oct. 4th Free Symphony tickets for the first Master Series Program at 8:00 p.m.  Call Cindy to reserve your ticket  at 974 1532,

Oct. 6th Diabetes Expo Saturday, October 6, 2007 Tampa Convention Center 10am-  4p.m. Free Admission(parking not included)pre-registration online at www.diabetes.org/tampaexpo

Oct. 13th Huff and Puff Adaptive Outdoor Activities at  901 North Shore Park in St. Pete from 10 to 3.  If you want more information contact Caring and Sharing in Clearwater 727 577 0065.

Oct. 15th is White Cane Day.  We will be working with the Collaboration and NFB for an event downtown.  Contact Gloria Mills for more information on the walk and the Downtown Partnership for more details on the Mobility Awareness Tour.  (This is for those who do not have a disability to experience some of the barriers that individuals with disabilities face as they navigate our streets.)

Oct. 17th National Mentoring Day for those who want to shadow someone at a job that they would like to work .  Call Sandra Sroka for more information.  Registration is required. 276-2742, Tampa Learning Connections Is offering a two hour workshop on Suicide Prevention. Learn about what signs to look for? Understand the scope of this issue and learn proven techniques you can use to help those struggling with suicidal thinking. You can Register online at www.crisiscenter.com

Oct. 17th Mayor’s Alliance Meeting at 601 N. Nebraska Ave.  2 to 4.  The meeting will be looking at parking.  Also we need help in preparing for the Networking Event in December.

Oct. 24th Hillsborough Co. Alliance at the Lighthouse on Platt. Blvd. 2 to 4

Oct. 25th YES! board meeting at Jimmy Keel library 6 to 8.

Oct. 29th HOPE, Inc. is hosting the Justice Ministry conference from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. at First United Methodist Church 1001 N. Florida Ave. Register now to attend at (813)-221-4673.

There is no Project Connect meeting this month…the next one is Nov. 7th.  Will share more information when we receive it.

Nov. 1st Special Needs Shelter/ Home Health Committee will take place on Thursday, November 1st at 1:30 PM in the Hillsborough County EOC, 2711 E. Hanna Ave, Tampa FL 33610.

Nov. 1st Mayor’s Alliance Disability Job Fair at workforce on Busch Blvd and N. Florida Ave. from 9 to 12.  Please bring resume and dress for success.

Nov. 3rd at 1 PM, the Library offers a special Teen program THE MANGA WORKSHOP at the Library as Leah Lopez, a local teen artist, demonstrates how to draw manga cartoons, a new art form popular with young people.  This free program is for ages 12 and up; Seating limit 95. Cosponsored by the Friends of the Jimmie B. Keel Regional Library.

Nov. 3rd Salute to Veterans Concert 8 to Midnight  advanced tickets $8 at 935 6540 ($8) at the door ($12) at Skipperdome at Skipper’s Smokehouse at 910 Skipper Rd. Tampa Fl.

Nov. 7th Project Connect Meeting for the final part of the Path program.  12-2 pm (feel free to bring your lunch) NOVA Southeastern University 9503 Princess Palm Ave.  Tampa, FL 33619

Nov. 7th Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (KIDDS), Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at
The Shriner's Hospital Auditorium, 12502 Pine Drive, Tampa FL 33612 from 9:30 am to Noon.
Enjoy Light Refreshments and Door Prizes!  FDamilies and friends of ESE students the opportunity to enjoy and learn in this fun and interactive presentation in which Millie Pou, from Central Florida Parent Center, will take participants through the fast-paced game of IEP Jeopardy. Categories include: So What’s the Big IDEA, Evaluation and Eligibility, The IEP Meeting, Paperwork, Goals, and Finding Solutions.

Nov. 5th YES! will be moving our computers into our new partnership location at 9502 N. Florida Ave.  Our classes will be starting soon after.  At the present we are planning Tues. morning for beginners 10 to 12 and Thursday more advanced individuals 10 to 12.  YES! is planning on having open computer use on Wed. 11 to 2.  We also are working on our reading program and art program with our partners.  Orientation will be announced before the programs will be offered to individuals.  Call Becki for more information.

At the present if you are in need of help reading or getting your GED we have partnership with the I Can Adult Literacy program.  If you need a referral please call the YES! number.

Nov. 7th to 9th Becki will be at the FILC board meeting.  If you need any help call Rob at 927 5149.

Nov. 11th is Moving day for YES!  If you can help please call Becki at 935 5696.  We will be moving things out of storage to our two new locations. We need STRONG arms to help us.  The furniture is heavy….Thanks.

Nov. 13th to 16th Becki will be at the Blind and Deaf conference so again if you need assistance call Rob.

Nov. 14th The Great America Teach In.  Call your local school and be a teacher for a day.  It is a great experience

Nov. 14th Disability Community (audio conference)
2-3pm eastern
As part of Easter Seals Project ACTION's Distance Learning Seminar Series, this presentation will discuss how transit schedules, maps, signs, announcements, correspondence, and manuals can be made accessible to customers with disabilities.
http://projectaction.easterseals.com/site/Calendar?view=Detail&id=17541&autologin=true&JServSessionIdr009=v7b46zsv71.app27b

Nov. 15th Thursday November 15th, Tampa Learning Connections is offering a two hour workshop on Suicide Prevention 1 pm to 3 pm At the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay One Crisis Center Plaza Tampa, Florida 33613-1238 Phone: 813-969-4958 for more information

Nov. 19th Becki will be out of town for the FOB advisory Board Meeting. Contact Rob if you have any concerns.

Nov. 20th Turkey Delivery day for YES!  We will be working with Employees  working with Jo Deck to get these baskets out.  The cut off is Nov. 9th so if you are are need of a basket email me at yesunited2@msn.com or call 935 5696 asap.

Nov. 20th Disabililty Advisory Group at workforce on Busch and N. Florida at 9 to 10:30.

Disability Culture and the Arts (teleconference)
November 20, 2007; 3:00-4:30 p.m. eastern
Presented by Disability Funders Network and Sponsored by The HSC Foundation, the call will focus on disability culture and   the arts. If you are interested in participating, contact Tari Hartman Squire at tari@einsofcommunications.com

Nov. 22nd THANKSGIVING…YES! IS CLOSED

Nov. 26th Thankgiving at YES! We are planning to meet at our satellite office for our dinner.  More information will be provided directly by email or phone.

Nov. 25th  YES! We are planning to meet at our satellite office for our Christmas decorating of the tree.  More information will be provided directly by email or phone.

Nov. 26th will be our November holiday and birthday party for all of the individuals who have had a birthday since Aug. of this year,  We will be celebrating also a belated Turkey day and our new partnerships with Helping hands and Suncoast New Options. We will be going to the Golden Corral on 56th and Fowler Ave in Temple Terrace 3 to 7.  We have requested $10 for the meal per person and will confirm this in the next email to the group.  I need an RSVP for this event at yesunited2@msn.com or 935 5696

Nov. 28th Joint Alliance Meeting at the Lighthouse for the Blind 2 to 4.

Nov. 29th I Can Educate Meeting TBA

Mark your calendars for these future events!!!!

Dec. 8th Chocolate Nutcracker Sat. 1:00 and 7:30 at the Mahaffeey Theatre 400 First Street South St. Peterburg 33701 727 216 3519 for group tickets

Dec. 8th  Family Matters this is great for our kids!!!!!

From Challenge Air for Kids and Friends, a not-for-profit organization, offers motivational, inspirational and life-changing experiences to physically challenged children and youth through aviation  http://www.challengeair.com/
This event is scheduled for Saturday, December 8, 2007 at the Apopka Airport. This is the second annual event for the Orlando community.
Participant/Child Registration:
a.      Any child or young adult with a physical challenge or serious illness is encouraged to pre-register on-line at www.challengeair.org. All past participants are also encouraged to pre-register. If you know of any other qualifying children, please direct them to the web site. Additionally, if you know of any organizations serving the same population of children and youth, please let us know so that we can contact them. Seating will be limited and on a first come, first served basis.    

Dec. 17th the Christmas Party with YES! at CiCi’s Pizza  2:30 to 5:30 on North Dale Mabry Hwy behind Wendy’s and near Bed Bath and Beyond.  We will have soup, salad, pizza, and sodas for $5.  We are asking again for a freewill tipfor our server like in Nov.  It will be a gift exchange of a gift of $5.  Mark your calendar and please rsvp for this event.

As you can see the new location is finalized and we are partnering with Suncoast New Options at their location.  You can call and sign up for classes.  We are still working on our satellite office on 56th and Hillsborough with Helping Hands.  Don’t forget our new partner I Can Adult Literary.  If you need help with reading or math we can help you. 

Nov. 15 to Dec. 15.YES! is requesting your help!!!!  We are participating in the Magic days of caring at the Westshore Mall and University Mall.  If you are doing your shopping at one of these malls take your receipts to the information centers and ask that your receipts be added to the YES! of America list.  We are getting a late start but if we can get into the top 10 there is money for YES!  Also there are bonus points in The Tampa Tribune so watch for these ads.  The points work with any receipt for an additional 250 points.  It is a win/win situation.  This promotional goes from Nov. 15 to Dec. 15.  If you have any receipts during that time please turn them in for YES! If you have any more questions please call me or the malls.  Thanks!!!! We can make this happen. Please share with your friends, church, work, and of course the family.

November 29th to Dec. 1 Becki will be representing YES! and Florida at the national Vocational Rehabilitation 34th IRI meeting in Arkansas.  If you need assistance call Rob at 352-200-8694. 

Dec. 1 Sertoma Ranch hands has invited YES! members to visit with Santa and have lunch at the camp from 10 to 4.  It is off 75 north on the Pasco/Hernando County line.  I will be providing directions if you wish to go.  Call me at 935 5696 ASAP and if you can provide transportation that would be great for those who can not drive.
DIRECTIONS TO RANCH:
Take I-75 North to exit 293. Turn left at end of exit ramp. Go about 1-2 miles(will see Sertoma Youth Ranch Sign) turn left after sign. Follow road, winds around. At Hernando County sign turn left. White fence and Sertoma Sign on Left. Go down hill look for large pavillion. Address is 85 Meyers Rd. Brooksville. My cell phone is (727)243-4850. It will be on.

Dec. 5th Eileen O'Brien and John Satterwhite for planning meeting for SMI group and learn principles Self-Determination. Learn about exciting news about new organization and more.  When:  10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on December  5th  Where: Agency for Persons with Disabilities at 1313 Tampa Street  Suite 515 Room 11 Tampa, Fl 33602.  Contact John Satterwhite at 401-0252 or Eileen O'Brien at (813) 233-4317t
Dec. 5th The Joint Alliances will be having their holiday networking party at 811 W/  Kennedy Blvd. from 5:30 to 9  There is a $5 pre registration charge to attend. You may give cash or check at the 28th meeting or mail it to
Gloria Mills
     4123 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, 33629
     813-281-2123
Melinda Wheatley
     6105 East Sligh Ave., Tampa, 33617
     813-744-5310
There will be fun, friendship and  great food.  Also the Alliances are    asking that you bring an unwrapped gift for a teenager or adult for YES! of America United to help us meet our need for the community.
Dec. 7th YES! defends our Community Budget request for the 2007-2008 at 601 E.Kennedy Blvd at the county building.  It will be in the conference room on the 26th floor starting at 9 a.m. Please wear your RED shirts if you have them otherwise the white one is ok.  I will let you know about what time we are to present so you can arrive in time.

 Dec. 7th Holiday Party at the Lighthouse for the blind at 12  at 1106 W Platt St. RSVP at 251 2407.

Dec. 8th New Horizons will have their meeting at McDonald Training Center.  Please call Arizona Jenkins for details at 494-0111

Date to be announced…Joint Networking Party for the Hillsborough Alliance and Mayor’s Alliance.  There is a $5 pre registration charge to attend.  I will share the menu and details the first of Dec.  Also the Alliances are asking that you bring an unwrapped gift for a teenager or adult for YES! of America United to help us meet our need for the community.

Dec. 10th We are on the calendar to see Santa at the University Mall from 10-11 and than have a treat at the mall. We will be taking pictures with Santa so bring your young and young-at-heart! Please get in touch with Paula at 325-4401. We will be preparing the gifts that week.

Dec. 12th Suicide Prevention Class at The Crisis Center on Bearss Ave. from 1-3PM.Call 813-969-4958 for more details.

Dec 13th  Hartline meeting at 201 E. Kennedy.

When: Thursday, December 13, 2007 1:30 PM-4:30 PM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada). Where: HART Kennedy Board Room *~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* HART invites you to a special workshop to review the draft findings and recommendations from the Bus Stop and Facility Accessibility Workshop. The topics to be covered include:         - Recommended Standards for Bus Stops and Facilities         - Improvement Needs at bus stops and facilities         - Responsibilities of HART, Local Jurisdictions and Private Entities in Addressing Improvement Needs         - Recommended Prioritization Process

Dec. 14th Self Reliance has invited us to attend their Christmas meal at the Community Center on 22nd St 11 to 1.Call and RSVP to their office at (813)935-3765 by Dec. 7th.

Dec. 17th YES! will have our Christmas/Holiday party at CiCi’s Pizza on Fletcher Ave and Dale Mabry Hwy. 2:30 t0 5:30. For just $5 we will have soup, salad, pasta, pizza and drinks.  Please bring a $5 gift to exchange with your friends. Please call YES! to tell us you are coming by Dec. 13th.

Dec.18th is Turkey Day delivery.  Those who have signed up for their holiday meal with YES! must be home to receive their turkey.  We will have gifts also.  Some will be delivered but the rest we are hoping you will pick up at Paula’s by appointment.  She will be calling you if you have a lot of presents that need to be picked up for your consumers or individuals.

Dec. 20th Tentatively set for YES! I can Educate meeting if YES! can arrange insurance individuals to and share the advantages of their individual company policies for the next year. 

YES! will be closed Dec. 21st. until the new year starts in Jan.  We will be checking our emails and phone messages but will not have classes until the first of the year.

Have a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah, and a Happy New Year. YES! looks forward to new adventures with all of you in 2008.