April 2008

 

COMMUNITY ART WORKSHOPS SEEK PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

EVENT:

The Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation is hosting art workshops during April, May and June, led by professional artists, with limited openings for community participation.  These workshops are made possible, in part, with funds from the Arts Niagara Decentralization Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts, administered by the Tonawandas’ Council on the Arts/Carnegie Art Center.  Additional funds were provided by Target, as part of their ongoing support provided to local communities throughout the country.

All workshops are open to the public and a nominal fee may be charged for supplies.   Community participants must pre-register by contacting Cindy Hyde at 297-6400, ext. 235.

During the 90-minute workshops, local artists will teach basic skills in various media including painting, photography, jewelry making, cartooning and drawing to people with developmental disabilities served by Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara and interested community members.  Two workshops will be held at the Dale Association in Lockport and three workshops will be held at the Niagara Arts and Cultural Center (NACC).  These art education workshops are designed to develop the artistic abilities within people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, while promoting community integration through the inclusion of the participants and volunteers from the public at each session.

WHO: For more than 50 years, Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara has been providing training, employment, residential, recreation, health-related and support services to people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities, from newborn to seniors, and their families.  The mission of the Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation is to provide a long-term source of financial support that ensures people with developmental disabilities have opportunities toward independence and integration within the community.  For more information, visit www.opportunitiesunlimited.org.

WHEN/

WHERE:

The workshops, to be held at Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara sites, the Dale Association and the NACC, are scheduled as follows:

Friday, April 18, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Brea Roberts, Media: Pottery, Location: The Dale Association, 33 Ontario Street, Lockport

Tuesday, April 22, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Florence Hengst, Media: Acrylic Painting, Location: 1555 Factory Outlet Blvd., Niagara Falls

Tuesday, April 22, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Instructor: Florence Hengst, Media: Acrylic Painting, Location: 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield

Tuesday, April 23, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Florence Hengst, Media: Acrylic Painting, Location: 107 Heath Street, Lockport

Tuesday, April 29, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Gretchen Doty, Media:  Jewelry-making, Location: 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield

Tuesday, April 29, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Instructor: Gretchen Doty, Media:  Jewelry-making, Location: 1555 Factory Outlet Blvd., Niagara Falls

Wednesday, April 30, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Brea Roberts, Media: Pottery, Location: The Dale Association, 33 Ontario Street, Lockport

Tuesday, May 6, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Mae Theodorakos, Media: Photography, Location: 1555 Factory Outlet Blvd., Niagara Falls

Tuesday, May 6, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Instructor: Ellen Merrill, Media: Art of Glazing, Location: 1555 Factory Outlet Blvd., Niagara Falls

Wednesday, May 7, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Katy Reese, Media: Beadmaking, Location: NACC, 1201 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls

Tuesday, May 13, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Mae Theodorakos, Media: Photography, Location: 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield

Tuesday, May 13, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Instructor: Ellen Merrill, Media: Art of Glazing, Location: 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield

Wednesday, May 21, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Clayton Richards, Media: Pastels, Location: 107 Heath Street, Lockport

Friday, May 23, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Mae Theodorakos, Media: Photography, Location: 107 Heath Street, Lockport

Wednesday, May 28, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Katy Reese, Media: Multimedia Sculpture, Location: NACC, 1201 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls

Friday, May 30, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Gus Posey, Media: Cartooning, Location: 107 Heath Street, Lockport

Wednesday, June 4, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Instructor: Katy Reese, Media: Copper Ceramic Jewelry, Location: NACC, 1201 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls

Open Interview Days at Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara April 7 in Lockport, April 8 in Wheatfield and April 11 in Niagara Falls

EVENT: Open Interview Days to recruit employees for available positions working with individuals with developmental disabilities in Niagara County; on-site interviews will be conducted.  Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara is an equal opportunity employer/affirmative action agency.
WHO: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, celebrating more than 50 years of providing progressive programs and services to individuals with developmental disabilities in Niagara County, offers an opportunity for rewarding work, flexible hours and schedules, competitive salaries and benefits.  Descriptions for job openings and applications can be found at www.opportunitiesunlimited.org.

WHEN/

WHERE:

Monday, April 7, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, 107 Heath Street, Lockport

 

Tuesday, April 8, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield

 

 

Friday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, 1555 Factory Outlet Blvd.., Niagara Falls

 
WHY: Positions are ideal for caring people looking to make a difference in the lives of others, current college students majoring in human services, those interested in a health related field and retirees.  Positions are available 24-hours a day across Niagara County.

 
HOW: Agency recruiters will conduct on-site interviews. Bring resume and completed job application available on-line at www.opportunitiesunlimited.org.   Applications are also available by calling 504-2625 ext. 203.

 

Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara’s Annual Awards Dinner & Gala, “Growing Success”, sponsored by KeyBank, N.A., Frieri Family, John Masters Organics, and Charlene McDonald

WHAT: A gala dinner and awards ceremony celebrating the abilities of individuals with developmental disabilities, and the employees, volunteers an community businesses and organizations who are dedicated to making Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara a success.  Chairman of the Niagara County Legislature William Ross will serve as emcee.

Tickets are $40 per person and include hors d’oeuvres, dinner, award presentations and dancing. Dress is semi-formal with jacket and tie preferred.  Tickets may be purchased by calling 297-6400 ext. 235.
WHO: Award Winners include:

Niagara Thermal Products

Starpoint High School

Gary Strenkoski

The Masters Family

ARCEU/Local 4265

Eastern Niagara United Way

United Way of Niagara

United Way of the Tonawandas

 
WHEN: Friday, April 25, 5:30 – 10 p.m.
WHERE: Niagara Falls Conference Center, 101 Old Falls Street, Niagara Falls, New York

 

         

 

     

 

 

Essay Contest 2008

Sponsored by

 
Who: Niagara County Students in Grades 6 - 12
What: "A Hero Is . . ."

In 150-200 words, write an essay about one of the following:

A person with a developmental disability who may or may not be well known, but is/was an important part of New York State or local history. OR
A person who is/was an advocate for the advancement of individuals with developmental disabilities in New York State.

Limit essay to 1 person and explain why chosen, when and where did person live, what motivated them and obstacles faced/overcome; include bibliography.
Why: In recognition of the accomplishments of individuals with developmental               disabilities, their advocates, and the more than 50 years that Opportunities    Unlimited of Niagara has served families across Niagara County.
When:

Essays are due by May 5, 2008 to Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara, Attn: Essay Contest, 1555 Factory Outlet Blvd., LPO Box 360, Niagara Falls,NY 14304-0360. Please include your full name, home address and phone number, grade level, school and principal's name.  For more information, call 297-6400 ext. 232.
Prizes: First & Second Place Winners for both the Middle School and Senior High levels    will receive savings bonds from Niagara County's Credit Union.
What: 9th Annual Golf Raffle
When: Sunday, April 20, 2008
Where: Sanborn Fire Hall
5811 Buffalo Street, Sanborn
Time: 4 PM – 7 PM
Cost: $40 (Only 500 tickets available)
Description: This unique event features a wide variety of the latest golf equipment, get-a-ways, and rounds of golf that appeal to all levels of enthusiasts. Ticket includes admission, food, a chance to win golf prizes valued at over $20,000 and also a chance to win the main door prize.

Main Door Prize: Air travel to Los Angeles for 4, ground transportation to Palm Desert, 4 nights lodging at Marriot’s Shadow Ridge Resort, 2 – half day lessons at Nick Faldo’s Golf Institute and 2 rounds of golf on the resort’s course for the dates of June 13 - 17, 2008.   Value:  $8,000++!!

Main Prizes:

Callaway X-20 Irons - steel shaft
Bridgestone Golf – Full Set of Clubs(woods, irons & golf bag)
Ladies Topflite – Full Set of Clubs(woods, irons & golf bag)
Cobra FP Irons – steel shaft
Taylor Made Burner Driver
Cleveland Launcher Driver
Cobra X-Speed Driver
Ladies Callaway Big Bertha 460 Driver
Adams Golf – Full Set of Clubs(woods, irons & golf bag)
Srixon W-506 Driver

 
Benefits: All proceeds benefit the Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation, which provides a long-term source of financial support that ensures people with developmental disabilities have opportunities toward independence and integration within the community.
For more information, to volunteer or to purchase tickets: Call Kristen Cook at (716) 297-6400, ext. 282 or kcook@buffnet.net.

 

 

2008 Daily Drawing Calendars! On Sale Now!

 

What: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation’s 2008 Daily Drawing Calendar
When: March 2008 = February 2009
Cost: $25.00 each
Description:

There are over 365 chances to win more than $20,000 in prizes while supporting people with developmental disabilities. Each month, this calendar focuses on a different Foundation fundraiser or activity and beginning on March 1st, $250 prizes will be awarded on those dates.  For the remaining 353 days of the year, $50 will be awarded.

 

Winners are determined by matching a randomly drawn number to the four-digit ticket number and will be awarded March 1, 2008 through February 28, 2009.
How to check your number: Payment will be automatically mailed to the winners. The winning number is determined by a four-digit number based on the Pennsylvania State Lottery Big 4 (DAY) drawing located at www.palottery.state.pa.us or call (716) 297-6400 ext. 282.
To purchase your calendar: Calendars are available by contacting Kristen Cook at (716) 297-6400 ext. 282 or kcook@buffnet.net
Benefits: All proceeds benefit the Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation, which provides a long-term source of financial support that ensures people with developmental disabilities have opportunities toward independence and integration within the community.

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