Upcoming Events
November
14, 2005
Skills for Effective Communication:
Techniques for Parents of Children with Disabilities to Work Effectively
with Schools
At this new workshop, participants
will learn how to: Prepare for meetings; Gather information; Resolve
disagreements; Ask questions; Become an equal partner.
Day/Time: Monday from 7 pm to 9 pm.
Cost: free, but advance registration is requested.
Location: PACER Center, 8161
Normandale Blvd., Bloomington, MN.
Contact Information: To register,
call PACER at 952-838-9000 or 952-838-0190 (TTY). In Greater Minnesota,
call 800-537-2237 (toll free) or visit the PACER Web site at www.pacer.org
November 16, 2005
Postsecondary
Education Experience:
The Student Perspective
This workshop will help youth
with disabilities (ages 14 and older) and their families make decisions
about post-secondary training and education options. A panel of young
adults will share their experiences with post-secondary training,
education, and employment. They will discuss: Adult service providers;
College accommodations; Personal support networks; Rehabilitation
training sources; Supplemental Security Income, PASS plan, and work
incentives.
Day/Time: Wednesday from 7 pm to 9 pm;
Cost: free, but advance registration is requested.
Location: PACER Center, 8161
Normandale Blvd., Bloomington, MN.
Contact Information: To register
for the workshop, call PACER at 952-838-9000 or 952-838-0190 (TTY).
In Greater Minnesota, call 800-537-2237 (toll free) or visit the
PACER website at www.pacer.org
November 17, 2005
Easier Access
to Digital Learning Materials
This workshop is for parents
of children with disabilities. Participants will: learn about current
trends and resources for accessible instructional materials; see
technology demonstrations; receive a resource list of accessible
materials.
Day/Time: Thursday 6 pm to 9 pm.
Cost: free, but advance registration is requested.
Location: Lakeview Evangelical Free Church, 6285 Fairview Rd., Baxter,
MN.
Contact Information: To register
for the workshop, call PACER at 952-838-9000 or 952-838-0190 (TTY).
In Greater Minnesota, call 800-537-2237 (toll free) or visit www.pacer.org
November 19, 2005
Mental Health
Association of Minnesota’s 66th Anniversary Celebration:
New York, New York
Emceed by Julie Nelson of
KARE-11 TV, the evening will include New York entertainment, dinner,
silent and live auctions, and music by The Christine Rosholt Quartet.
Honorary chairs include Senator David Durenberger, Vice President
Walter Mondale, Julie Nelson, KARE-11 TV and Charles Schulz, MD,
University of Minnesota.
Day/Time: Saturday, 6:00pm.
Cost: $90 per person; VIP tickets for $140.
Location: Hotel Sofitel at 5601 W. 78th St, Bloomington, MN.
Contact: The Mental Health
Association of Minnesota at 612-331-6840.
November 24, 2005
16th Annual
Arena 5K – Thanksgiving Day Run
This is a chance for families
of all ages and abilities to join together in rolling, running,
or walking their way to the Downtown Minneapolis finish line, before
enjoying their Thanksgiving Day meal.
Day/Time: Blast! Kids Carnival starts at 7:30 am, Wheelers and Baby
Joggers start at 8:25 am, Run or Walk starts at 8:30 am, Blast! Indoor
Fun Run starts at 9:00 am.
Cost: Thru Nov. 23, 2005 - $15.00 for members of Northwest Athletic
Club and $18 for non-members. Race Day - $20 members/$23 non-members.
Location: Target Center, 600 First Ave N, Minneapolis.
Sponsors: Northwest
Athletic Club, Northwest ClubRun, Second Harvest Heartland, Star
Tribune, KS95, Chrysler, Dasani, Target Center, Chiropractic Health & Wellness,
and Wholesale Imprints.
Contact Information: Northwest
Athletic Club Arena 5K Info Line 952-593-8178 or www.arena5k.com
November
30, 2005
Housing: Where
Will Our Children Live When They Grow Up?
If you’ve ever asked this question,
this workshop is for you. Come and learn about housing options and
services for children and young adults with disabilities. Take advantage
of small group activities and networking opportunities with others
who have wondered about future options.
Day/Time: Wednesday, 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm.
Cost: FREE, Sign up now.
Location: PACER Center, Inc., 8161 Normandale Boulevard, Minneapolis,
MN 55437-1044;
Contact Information: 952-838-9000, 952-838-0190, 800-53 PACER (800-537-2237)
toll-free.
