WCL Event Calendar

Project Learn & Grow is a community-based instruction program (4x per month for 4 months) for children ages 9 and up that will incorporate gardening activities and student presentations to target social and functional skills. Project Learn & Grow is in partnership with Cornerstone Learning Community and will have typically-developing students working with students with disabilities.
Tuition: $250.
Registration Deadline: January 8, 2010.
Program Duration: January 18 - April 24
For more information please call 325-6301 and ask for Barby or email barby@progressivepediatric.com.
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Progressive Pediatric Learning Center
1915 Welby Way Suite 5
Tallahassee, FL. 32308
Phone: 850-325-6301
Fax: 850-325-6302

"At Progressive Pediatric... We believe every child has the potential to succeed."

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When: Sites open from January 20, 2010 to April 15, 2010

For more information dial 211 or visit www.theBESTproject.org to find a VITA site near you

Progressive Pediatric, Cornerstone Learning Community, and the Damayan Garden Project are sponsoring a community garden maintained by students with disabilities and typically developing students. This garden is part of the "Plant A Row" campaign and is partially-funded through the State Farm Good Neighbor Service-Learning grant. All produce will be donated to: HOPE Community, a local housing shelter.

This project unifies students with disabilities and typically developing students by acknowledging them as equal partners addressing a social cause together. All Progressive students will have learning objectives and progress monitoring of targeted skills.

When: Between January 23rd through April 24th students will meet for hands-on gardening activities and community forums where students will present their activities.

Where: All gardening and reflection activities are held at The Lichgate Garden, 1401 High Rd., www.lichgate.com

Contact Barby Moro Francis for more information

Phone: (850) 325-6301

Email: barby@progressivepediatric.org

Summit will raise awareness of National Minority Health Month, raise awareness of minority inequalities and minority health disparities, raise awareness of programs and resources available, raise awareness of the April 3, 2010 Minority Health Forum

Local and State Government Officials will be in attendance

When: Saturday, April 3, 2010

Where: Leon Co. Health Dept., 872 W. Orange Ave.

For more information contact The Office of Minority Health, Leon Co. Health Dept. 606-8110

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Learn positive and effective parenting tools you can use to enhance your children's positive behaviors and strenghthen your relationship with your children. For parents and caregivers of children 18 months to 18 years. Reservations must be made prior to class.

When:Please join us each Tuesday evening April 6, 2010 to May 11, 2010 from 6:30-8:30pm

Where:Children's Medical Services, 2390 Phillips Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308

Please call Lisa Lulofs 850-487-2604 x187 to reserve your seat today.

PARENTING_CLASS Flyer 042010.doc 485.00 kB

This event is designed to involve the community in a discussion with community representatives about issues, recommendations, and actions that can impact the health of America

When: Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at 6:30pm

Where: Leon County Health Dept., 872 W. Orange Ave., Tallahassee, FL 32304

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Infant, Toddler, & Preschool Developmental Screening for ages 6 months - 5 yrs; Areas Screened: Vision, Hearing, Motor, Speech, Language, Cognitive, Behavior, Growth, and Dental

By appointment only; Call 850-487-2630 x2231; Limited number of slots so don't delay your reservation! Please call by March 26, 2010

When: Free screenings will be held on April 9th, 2010 from 8:30am-12:30pm

Where: Children's Medical Services (2390 Phillips Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308)

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Guests will enjoy an elegant evening of dancing with a live band, entertainment, and a live and silent auction. The Ball is filled with a variety of "blue" activities including the Best Dressed in Blue Contest.The event also serves as an opportunity to unveil the fifth edition of Brehon's Blue Ribbon Baby Calendar.