It was a little intimidating to be told I was to follow in the footsteps of my editor, Brooky Brown, and take over the Cruisin’ column, but I put on a brave front and hit the road. My first stop was a 32-acre oasis on De Soto road called Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities. Because it’s tucked away near Honore, I never even knew the place was there and it’s been in the same location for 57 years. Community Haven is an amazing treasure, where people with mental and physical disabilities have the opportunity to live and work, and earn a paycheck in the process. But more on that later. I was to meet with Jim Wolfe, who is the horticulture specialist at the center. No sooner had I introduced myself to Jim than I was greeted by Alex, who seemed very excited to see me. Jim said Alex was a huge Three Stooges fan and watched their show every night on TV. We talked for a few minutes and Alex showed me the Moe T-shirt he was wearing under his heavier, long-sleeved shirt. When I correctly identified the Stooge on his shirt, he seemed satisfied and gave me a wide smile and a hug before walking away. Read more.
On June 14th Give Across America
On June 14, hundreds of communities across America like yours will compete to win $30,000 in awards for local nonprofits. Twive and Receive is a 24-hour online giving competition that teams Twitter activists and locally supporting nonprofits to fundraise and benefit their hometown. Each city will be represented by one cause. Communities fundraise using Twitter, other social networks, and electronic media. From today through June 13th, they'll be activating their communities to support their preferred local nonprofit on June 14th ... Donate Now or More Info.
Macy’s at Westfield Sarasota Square
Join us Tuesday, June 26, for Sarasota’s second Annual High Heel Hike™ presented by Macy’s and Westfield Sarasota Square to help local children with autism. We are so excited about being part of the Sarasota’s 28th Annual Super Boat Grand Prix Festival. This year we have partnered with Suncoast Charities for Children, which has constructed over $14 Million in area facilities serving children with special needs, many of whom are diagnosed within the autism spectrum. This 1K walk will take place inside the mall at Westfield Sarasota Square at 7 pm ... Read Flyer or Register Now
Antonella, Bella and Sierra from the Selby Preschool at Community Haven serenade you with their version of "A Your Adorable". Troy and Joyce Sacco from Generous Property visited Community Haven to donate a portion of their proceeds to the agency. Thank you! Read entire article.
