Disability Alliance BC has recently updated over 16 of their Help Sheet series resources to reflect changes to PWD Benefits. See the attached list of updated help sheets (PDF) and you can access these resources on their website, here.
KELOWNA: Eat Right Live Right Program – Sep 20-Oct 18
The 5 week Eat Right Live Right Program presented by Interior Health, CLBC, and Parkinson Recreation Centre will be running from September 20 to October 18 this year, 1:30-2:30 pm on Tuesday afte
rnoons. Have fun, meet friends, and be healthy!
To register, call 250-469-8800; if you have any questions please call Mary Hicks at 250-980-1523.
2016 Family Focus Conference – Oct. 21st to 23rd
This year’s Family Focus Conference is open for registration!
Taking place from October 21st to October 23rd in Vancouver, conference workshop themes this year include:
- Advocacy
- Early Intervention
- Family Leadership
- Financial Planning / Literacy
- Housing
- Governance Models
- Transitions
- Inclusive Education
See information sheet and schedule attached.
2106 Family Focus Conference Info
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NELSON: Special Olympics Fundraiser – Aug 7th
Break out the cowboy boots, and grab your guitar! In celebration of the Special Olympics’ 29th Anniversary, join in for a Country Music Fundraiser at Rotary Lakeside Park in Nelson. Festivities will run from 12 
PM – 7 PM on Sunday, August 7th.
If you are musically inclined, you can join in to showcase your talents by signing up between 12-3 pm.
Head out for a great afternoon in support of the Special Olympics!
For more information, contact Bill at 250-825-4715.
KELOWNA: Art Gallery CONNECT – July 26th
There is still space available for participants in the Kelowna Art Gallery’s CONNECT session starting July 26 (next Tuesday)! This session runs weekly through to August 30th on Tuesdays from 1:30-2:30 pm; cost is $10 for all 6 classes.
CONNECT i
s a studio art program for adults with developmental disabilities that operates year-round in 6-week sessions with weekly classes where individuals can view and discuss works of art at the Gallery, meet local artists, and spend time making art in the Gallery’s studio space. For more information see: https://kelownaartgallery.com/connect/
Interested participants can request a referral from CLBC (250-712-3610) and then contact Laura Wyllie, Public Programming Coordinator (250-762-2226 ext. 307) to have their name added to the list. If you have questions, you can also contact Laura for more information.
VERNON: CoolArts’ BIO DIVERSE ABILITY Show
Hi everyone! Check out the info below and the attached invitation to the gala night opening of CoolArts’ Bio Diverse Ability Show taking place next month!
Hello Friends,
On Thursday, July 28th, from 6 – 8 p.m.,
the Vernon Public Art Gallery is hosting an opening reception
for Cool Arts Society’s BIO DIVERSE ABILITY show.
Please see the attached invite for details and feel free to share with friends.
Rena Warren
Executive Director
Cool Arts Society
250-899-6381
www.coolarts.ca
Find us on Facebook
Twitter @coolartssociety
On Thursday, July 28th, from 6 – 8 p.m.,
the Vernon Public Art Gallery is hosting an opening reception
for Cool Arts Society’s BIO DIVERSE ABILITY show.
Please see the attached invite for details and feel free to share with friends.
Rena Warren
Executive Director
Cool Arts Society
250-899-6381
www.coolarts.ca
Find us on Facebook
Twitter @coolartssociety
CELEBRATE NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY – June 21st
T
his year’s celebrations mark the 20th Anniversary of National Aboriginal Day on June 21st!
Join in the events celebrating First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in your area, listed here.
You can also visit Aboriginal Tourism BC at their website, here.
Kelowna: April 2016 Community Support Calendar
Hey Everyone:
Hot off the presses… Carolyn passed on the Kelowna Community Support Calendar for April. Check it out and see you out there!
Brian
CCSS-April-2016-Calendar.pdfGreat News! Feb 26, 2016…!
Sorry, it’s been so busy lately that I haven’t had a chance to tell you all about some of the cool stuff that’s happening. We have some serious artists in our midst and a couple of them are featured in this issue of Gre
at News – Check it out here! Have you got something you’re working on and want to let people know about? Let me know!
View the Art of Neil Whiteoak!
View the art of Neil Whiteoak! On display December 15th, 2015 – February 28th, 2016 at the Nelson Public Library. 602 Stanley Street, Nelson, BC.
Neil Whiteoak
Neil’s Background:
Born in 1986, Neil Whiteoak’s warm and engaging personality makes him a well-known and loved member of the Nelson community. Graduating from LV Rogers in 2005, this quiet gentleman continues on his learning journey. Neil’s determination to express himself artistically is inspiring to all who know and support him.
Neil’s Art:
….is his greatest passion – creating works daily. Neil “paints and draws the beauty that is inside of him The Express (year unknown)”. As an amateur artist, Neil’s area of interest lies in the abstract use of vibrant colours and spirals. He envisions any surface as a potential canvas.
Neil’s Interests
When Neil is not using his canvas, he enjoys socializing at local coffee shops, volunteering at Sheer Talent & Anchors and strolling Baker Street – frequently pausing to absorb the city’s sights, sounds, textures and aromas. A car buff and collector of vintage license plates, leisurely drives are a favourite. Rhythmic music and close connections with others bring him joy. He is a lover of nature and seems to draw inspiration from the earth and being outdoors.
