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Transition Events for Week of 11/28-12/4

Zoom Link For Virtual Events: https://lighthouseeducationcenter-org.zoom.us/j/82315336035

Here are the events for the following weeks. 

As always here is the zoom link for the virtual events:https://lighthouseeducationcenter-org.zoom.us/j/82315336035
Meeting ID: 823 1533 6035

Monday (11/28): Barnes and Noble Reading to the Community 4pm-7pm

Teens will take a tour of the Barnes and Noble and pick out books to read to our youth and donate for a toy drive hosted by the Lighthouse For The Blind and Low Vision in Tampa. Teens will then attend a dinner at Panera If you require Transportation for this event you must contact Lighthouse Instructor via Call (914) 523-4801

Tuesday(11/29): Ice Cream Social at Ryes and Nyes 6:30pm-7:30pm

We will be meeting with Ryse and Nyes Hiring Manager to review some job responsibilities in the food industry as well as enjoying some yummy ice cream! 

Ryes and Nyes Address: 1534 State St, Sarasota, FL 34236

If you require Transportation for this event you must contact Lighthouse Instructor via Call or Text (914) 523-4801

Wednesday: AT Session with Yahkub Virtual Meeting from 4:30pm-5:30pm

Thursday 12/1: Blaze Fundraiser 

Teens will partake in a pizza dinner and the University Town Center Holiday Light Show. Fundraiser will take place from 4pm-9pm friends and family are welcomed to attend! 

If teens will be attending with instructor we will be attending the event from 5pm-7:30pm 

Blaze Address: 215 N Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota

If you require Transportation for this event you must contact Lighthouse Instructor via Call (941-359-1404 ext 721) or Text (914) 523-4801

Sunday 12/4 Cat Depot 12pm-3pm

Teens will be taking a tour of Cat Depot facilities and attending a presentation from a Cat Depot Manager  on volunteer and employment. Teens will get to interact with cats as well.

 Cat Depot Address: 2542 17th St, Sarasota, FL 34234

If you require Transportation for this event you must contact Lighthouse Instructor via Call (941-359-1404 ext 721) or Text (914) 523-4801

RSVPS REQUIRED BY 12/5/22

Tuesday 12/13 Holiday Crafts Events:We will be creating holiday and coastal themed crafts with Ms. Terri from 4-6pm

Saturday 12/17 Holiday Party at Tampa from 11-4pm

Our teens were invited to a Holiday Party hosted by Lighthouse of Tampa. Teens will participate in multiple “Party Stations”

Where they will get to make homemade hot chocolate, tie dye shirts, and an ornament.

There will also be a gift exchange event for any interested in this event. We request they bring a $5 gift of their choice. (Teens will have an opportunity to shop for these gifts on December 8th and 11th during our University Town Center events).Lunch will be provided.

If you require Transportation for this event you must contact Lighthouse Instructor via Call (941-359-1404 ext 721) or Text (914) 523-4801

Please check any events you wish to attend. You will need to reach out to Lighthouse instructors if you require transportation.

Please check all events you will be attending for this week.