Upcoming Events

 

Tour Art at UMN

June 12

Courage Center is displaying artwork by individuals with disabilities at the Institute on Community Integration, University of Minnesota, from June through August. Come tour Pattee Hall and meet some of the artists as they talk about their work on June 12 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm. More information about the program can be found at http://ici.umn.edu/news/art. Lunch provided. Registration required.

FFI: Megan, 612-626-8649, or dushi001@umn.edu

 

MS Youth Camp

June 15 - 20

Youth Camp is for youth who have a parent, grandparent or other close relative with MS in their family. Participants must have completed third grade to attend Youth Camp and the program is open to youth up to age 18. The week long camp will be held at the Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center, 6282 Cranberry Road, Finland, MN.

FFI: Nancy Dawn Van Beest, 612-335-7900, 800-582-5296, or ndvanbeest@mssociety.org

 

Summer adult art workshop

June 18 - 20

Designed for aspiring artists ages 14 to adult, this three-day workshop will allow participants to explore a number of different mediums and forms of expression. Work side by side with professional artists from the Twin Cities to develop theater, visual arts, poetry and creative writing skills in this exciting workshop facilitated by Upstream Arts and the Courage Center. Details: Courage Center, 3915 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley.

Register at: http://upstreamarts.org/registration.html FFI: 612-331-4584.

 

Changing the Look of Autism conference

June 26

Fraser presents a full-day conference for professionals and parents of early childhood and school-age children with autism spectrum disorders. This conference will help to build a knowledge base and skills related to autism spectrum disorders. There will be a variety of conference sessions covering: education techniques and strategies, assessment information, intervention strategies and much more. Details: 8-8:30 a.m. registration; 8:30-9:45 a.m. opening session; 9:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m. workshop sessions. Holiday Inn Select, Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport, 3 Appletree Square (I-494 & 34th Ave. S.) Bloomington.

FFI: Mary Trierweiler, 612-798-8349 or maryt@fraser.org

 

Moving Forward MS meeting

June 28

Ask questions, meet others affected by multiple sclerosis and learn everything you need to know after an MS diagnosis. Sponsored by the National MS Society, Minnesota Chapter. Details: Brainerd, MN.

FFI: contact Timothy Holtz at 612-335-7930, 800-582-5296 or tholtz@mssociety.org

 

WonderWorld art exhibit

June - July

Fantastic creatures, gods and devils, natural phenomena and striking meteorological events inhabit the mystical terrain of WorderWorld. This is an expanded exhibition of the newest work’s by Interact Center’s artists, and launches their new partnership with The Colonial Warehouse public gallery. Join us to celebrate art, artists and the creative spirit. Details: Open by appointment. 212- 3rd Ave. North, Minneapolis.

FFI: 612-339-5145 or www.interactcenter.com

 

Aging with intellectual disabilities symposium

July 8

The Institute on Community Integration and the School of Social Work at the U of M offer this event designed to improve the lives of older adults with intellectual disabilities. The event will identify challenges faced by older adults with intellectual disabilities and discuss creative opportunities to improve their lives in the community. Participants will learn about current policies and practices and how to effect change in the disability and aging service systems. All community members interested in learning more about how to effectively support people with disabilities in the community are welcome. Details: Free, but registration required. 8 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Johnson Great Room, Mc-Namara Alumni Center, University of Minnesota.

FFI: www.alumnicenter.umn.edu, Jill Beaudette at 612-624-4243 or jbeaudet@umn.edu

 

Bright Gardens for Fraser tour

July 19

The third annual Bright Gardens for Fraser Tour will feature eight breathtaking Twin Cities gardens and benefits children and adults with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other disabilities. The tour includes an opportunity to learn from Hennepin County master gardeners who will be on hand at each garden. Informal gardening classes will also be offered at select locations.  The tour will also feature the work of local artists at some of the gardens. Details: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $20.

FFI: Rose, 612-789-8343, or roser@fraser.org. Web: www.fraser.org/calendar

 

Bike MS: Star Tribune TRAM

July 20

The Ride Across Minnesota (TRAM) is the ultimate Minnesota road trip: small town hospitality, Midwest cooking and the five best days of cycling the Iron Range and North Shore have to offer. Enjoy more than 250 miles from Grand Rapids to Chisholm, Biwabik, and Two Harbors, with a finish in Duluth.

FFI: 612-335-7900 or 800-582-5296.

 

UCP-MN Golf Tournament

July 21

This is a golf tournament with hole-in-one opportunities. In addition to the tournament, there will be a silent auction. Sponsorships are available, and individual golfers are also encouraged to participate. Details: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, Oak Marsh Golf Course, 526 Inwood Avenue North, Oakdale, MN.

FFI: Jo Ann Erbes, 651-646-7588, or ucpmn@cpinternet.com

 

Celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act

July 25

Save the date and honor the legislation that provides us with access to pretty much every place we go. Celebrate the 18th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Details: St Paul- Midway Area.

FFI: ADA Minnesota, 651-603-2015(v) or 651-603-2001(tty).

 

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