9/12: KIDSAPALOOZA Band Concert for Pediatric Cancer 9/12/08 (Grouse Hall, Coplay PA)
About the Event Kidsapalooza is a musical fundraising celebration of life. This event features 5 musical groups and soloists who are donating their time and talents to help raise money for The Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley, Inc. (Billy Bauer Band, Ethan Cramer, Karen & Amy Jones, Sunsets North , Vose) All monies will be used to help provide quality of life and survivorship events and programs to children with cancer and their families right here in the Lehigh Valley. How to register Online ticket requests are available, please visit www.pcflv.org for our online request form. To request tickets via mail, request a form from kidspalooza@pcflv.org or 610-393-9215 and return your request in an envelope and please mail no later than August 28, 2008 to: Kidsapalooza PCFLV PO Box 42 Whitehall, PA 18052-0042 Ticket price is $20 and includes entry into the concert , a picnic style buffet, unlimited ice tea, lemonade or water as well as participation in a bonus raffle. Space is limited so pre-order tickets is recommended although tickets may also be sold at the door.There will also be a silent auction of various prizes during the night. Make a difference in the lives of children with cancer in the LEHIGH VALLEY!! Help Kick off PEDIATRIC CANCER AWARENESS MONTH - September
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month In the United States, approximately 12,500 children under the age of 15 will be diagnosed with cancer. Still today, cancer kills more children than any other disease. Lend your support & increase awareness of childhood cancer. Did you know .... A gold ribbon is the symbol for childhood cancer awareness started by Gigi Thornsen, after losing her daughter to leukemia. She explained, “It is a precious metal, just as our children are precious.” Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley is a local NONPROFT organization which helps enable children with cancer to LIVE through Quality of Life programs and Long-Term Survivorship! www.PCFLV.org
Nicole Ronco
PO Box 42
Whitehall PA 18052-0042
www.PCFLV.org
610-393-9215
Enabling Children with Cancer to LIVE!!
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
MR System training...
The Pennsylvania Training Partnership announces a free training available in your area.TRAINING: An Overview of the Mental Retardation System in PennsylvaniaPlease check the link for the training flyer: http://www.temple.edu/thetrainingpartnership/resources/flyers/overview20080922_1.pdf
Presented by Vision for Equality: This session is taught by Partnership trainers for family members and people with disabilities.SUMMARY:This training is an introduction to the Mental Retardation (MR) System in Pennsylvania. It offers a brief history of the MR system, an overview of what the system looks like and how to register. We discuss eligibility determination, the types of supports and services the system offers, and how they are funded. We also address what you can do if you have problems accessing needed support.DATE: September 22, 2008TIME: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.TRAINING LOCATION: Pennwood Library, 301 S. Pine St (Rt. 413 & Flowers Ave), Langhorne, PA 19047
TO REGISTER: Contact: Tina DiBiaso, E-mail: Tina@VisionForEquality.org, Phone: 215-816-1322
Act 48 Credits available ($10 processing fee). Training provided at NO COST.When registering, ask about any necessary :1. ACCOMMODATIONS2. ALTERNATE FORMATS (Contact at least two weeks before session.)3. REIMBURSEMENT (Some expenses related to attending training MAY beavailable.)Call toll-free 1-866-865-6170 for more information about The Partnership.Check our website for a complete calendar of trainings:www.TheTrainingPartnership.orgThe Partnership is a project of the Institute on Disabilities at Temple UniversityFunded by the Office of Developmental Programs, Department of Public Welfare
Presented by Vision for Equality: This session is taught by Partnership trainers for family members and people with disabilities.SUMMARY:This training is an introduction to the Mental Retardation (MR) System in Pennsylvania. It offers a brief history of the MR system, an overview of what the system looks like and how to register. We discuss eligibility determination, the types of supports and services the system offers, and how they are funded. We also address what you can do if you have problems accessing needed support.DATE: September 22, 2008TIME: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.TRAINING LOCATION: Pennwood Library, 301 S. Pine St (Rt. 413 & Flowers Ave), Langhorne, PA 19047
TO REGISTER: Contact: Tina DiBiaso, E-mail: Tina@VisionForEquality.org, Phone: 215-816-1322
Act 48 Credits available ($10 processing fee). Training provided at NO COST.When registering, ask about any necessary :1. ACCOMMODATIONS2. ALTERNATE FORMATS (Contact at least two weeks before session.)3. REIMBURSEMENT (Some expenses related to attending training MAY beavailable.)Call toll-free 1-866-865-6170 for more information about The Partnership.Check our website for a complete calendar of trainings:www.TheTrainingPartnership.orgThe Partnership is a project of the Institute on Disabilities at Temple UniversityFunded by the Office of Developmental Programs, Department of Public Welfare
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Easton Coach Public Meeting...
EASTON COACH
RIDERS
Have concerns with Easton Coach?
Help us strive for better service!
Please attend the Metro Plus committee meeting to discuss service issues. This is a business meeting, open to the public with time allotted for concerns and complaints from Easton Coach clients and client advocates.
If you would like to discuss this or other Easton Coach issues please attend a public hearing.
WHEN: Sept. 16th, 2008 11AM-12PM
WHERE: The LANTA Office
1060 Lehigh Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Your input is important!
The LANTA office is wheelchair accessible. You can get there by using the “D” bus.
If unable to attend, you may contact LANTA directly by
email: LANTA@erols.com
Metro Plus phone number: (610) 432-3200
or send complaints to LANTA at the above address.
RIDERS
Have concerns with Easton Coach?
Help us strive for better service!
Please attend the Metro Plus committee meeting to discuss service issues. This is a business meeting, open to the public with time allotted for concerns and complaints from Easton Coach clients and client advocates.
If you would like to discuss this or other Easton Coach issues please attend a public hearing.
WHEN: Sept. 16th, 2008 11AM-12PM
WHERE: The LANTA Office
1060 Lehigh Street
Allentown, PA 18103
Your input is important!
The LANTA office is wheelchair accessible. You can get there by using the “D” bus.
If unable to attend, you may contact LANTA directly by
email: LANTA@erols.com
Metro Plus phone number: (610) 432-3200
or send complaints to LANTA at the above address.
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