ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
Special Events and Opportunities
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Upcoming Social Committee Events
Local events that may be of interest to members. Senior Living Options Tour scheduled for October 30th; 25 members and guests have signed up Annual Disney Christmas Monorail/Dinner/Fireworks Event is scheduled for December 5th ; Bus provided to Grand Floridian and returning from Contemporary Resort Hotel; details and announcement to follow. WATCH YOUR EMAIL FOR FURTHER DETAILS |
Next General Meeting
Date: January 14, 2020 Place: Siemens Quad II Cafeteria 11950 Corporate Blvd. Fl 32817 Time: Coffee and Donuts 9:00 AM; Meeting 9:30 AM Guest Speaker: Steve Conner Topic: Siemens Status We look forward to seeing you there! 2020 Quarterly Meeting Dates January 14, 2020, April 14, 2020, July 14, 2020, October, 13, 2020 Save the Dates! |
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ADULT LITERACY LEAGUE
345 W. Michigan Street, Suite 100 Orlando, FL 32806 www.adultliteracyleague.org MISSION: The Adult Literacy League develops readers to build a strong and literate community. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Helping an adult to improve his/her literacy skills through one-to-one tutoring. Training is provided. SWRA Contact: Joe Pankowiecki (407) 695-7123 jpankowiecki@cfl.rr.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Be a Tax Aide Volunteer
Volunteer opportunities for doing free tax returns for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program. The Tax-Aide Program is now soliciting new recruits. You do not need to be an AARP member to volunteer. Training sessions begin in January. SWRA Contact: Harvey Grassian grassihs@cfl.rr.com |
SPAY N SAVE Animal Clinic
988 N Ronald Reagan Blvd Longwood FL 32750 www.spaynsave.org MISSION: To significantly reduce pet overpopulation and the killing of healthy pets by providing affordable, high quality spay and neuter services and by educating our community about responsible pet ownership. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: This non-profit clinic provides affordable, high quality spay / neuter services for dogs and cats. Volunteers are needed throughout the day to assist staff personnel with instrument sterilization, laundry, animal (cats / dogs) care, and other miscellaneous office tasks. We also need volunteers during fundraising events. We occasionally do trap, neuter, release programs (TNR) at feral cat colonies in the Central Florida area. Assistance and transport during these times is also needed. For more detailed information visit www.spaynsave.org or facebook/spaynsave or call the clinic at 407-920-4894. SWRA Contact: Andy Ayoob andya@spaynsave.org |
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY—ORLANDO
1925 Traylor Blvd Orlando, FL 32804 www.habitat-orlando.org MISSION: Bring together families in need and volunteers of all faiths, in partnership with community resources to enhance lives by building homes, strengthening neighborhoods and improving our community. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Construction assistance at the 58 townhome complex currently under construction. Go to the HfH website and look under the tab, “Volunteer Now” to see dates and times volunteers are needed. HfH also has a “re-store” where you can volunteer for less strenuous activities. Again, check the HfH website. SWRA CONTACT: |
SPCA of Central Florida
www.orlandopets.org MISSION: To promote responsible human behavior toward animals. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: At both facilities: 2800 County Home Road, Sanford, FL 32773 and 2727 Conroy Road, Orlando, FL 32839: Kitty Cuddlers, Bark Buddies, Party Animals (helping with special events), Petfood Xpress (delivering pet food to elderly people), Foster Care (for animals with special needs), Office Wizards, etc. SWRA Contact:Tootsie Partington 407-365-6110 apartington@cfl.rr.com |
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LIONS INTERNATIONAL
https://directory.lionsclubs.org/?language=EN MISSION: Promote eye health. Provide examinations, glasses and medical assistance to those unable to afford. Clubs also are involved in community charitable activities. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Clubs are located throughout the country. Locally, there are clubs in Maitland, Longwood/Lake Mary, Sanford and Oviedo/Winter Springs. SWRA Contact: Tom Finnimore (Oviedo/Winter Springs) tom1991@cfl.rr.com |
FLORIDA HOSPITAL CANCER INSTITUTE FOUNDATION
2710 N. Orange Avenue Orlando, FL 32804 https://www.floridahospital.com/foundation/ MISSION: The Cancer Institute Foundation of Florida Hospital engages in fundraising activities in support of a multitude of needs ranging from research, facilities, medical programs and other areas of need. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Participation in developing concepts and in supporting programs and activities engaged in fundraising. SWRA Contact: Pete DeRosa (407)-359-1731 petederosa@cfl.rr.com |
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