It’s that time of year again and the application process for an individual plot in the Ann Arbor CIL’s community garden is open! As you consider whether or not to have an individual plot in our garden, please look over the following points.
(1) Our garden is all organic. Seeds, pesticide, fertilizers, etc. used in your plot, have to…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under Featured Announcements.
The Ann Arbor CIL Recreation team is going through some staff changes. Melissa McPherson, who has worked at the Ann Arbor CIL for the last 7 ½ years, most recently as the Coordinator of Arts and Leisure programming will no longer be working at the Ann Arbor CIL. During this change in staffing we will continue to hold as many activities as…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under Featured Announcements.
Mary StackSports & Recreation Coordinator
Starting April 11th, the Ann Arbor CIL will be offering Photography classes that are free and open to the public.This photography workshop taught by volunteer Sandee Soloway is a great way to learn the basics of photography. Sandee will go over topics such as camera functions and usage, lighting and composition. You will also learn basic editing…
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Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Digital Storytelling takes the art of storytelling and brings it up a notch. Now, with the use of a free online program you can create beautiful videos that tell a story. The program works by combining text with photos and music to create a live story that can be used at weddings, reunions, fundraising events or as unique and one-of-a-kind gifts…
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Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Children & Youth Filed under Featured Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Disability Rights Movie Night at the Ann Arbor CIL on March 18th @ 5:30 pm! Please join us!
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Tom HoatlinVice President, Development
Do you want to use facebook, but are confused about how it works? Do the constant changes leave you frustrated? Do you worry about the kind of information you post and who will see it? If used correctly, Facebook can be a great networking tool, can help you promote your business, and can help you stay in touch with family and friends. This four…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under Featured Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Handmade gifts and cards are all the rage right now, they allow you to show someone you care with something unique. Some of you might think that crafty gifts and cards can be hard, but you can make beautiful handmade cards in no time at all. Laurie Krauss is a Stampin’ Up demonstrator who has made thousands of handmade cards. She teaches a variety…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under Featured Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Hello and happy holidays!
There will be no Art Friday on the 21st. Art Friday will resume on January 4th.
Have a wonderful and safe new year!
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
The Recreation Program has just added two brand new Workshops to the December schedule that were not in our Newsletter. Check them out. We Hope to see you there!!
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Through the generous support of the SBA’s Program for Investment in Micro Entrepreneurs (PRIME), the Institute is making available resources to help home-based child care business owners to improve their marketing practices. These include blog articles, e-Books, and webinars designed to share the very best access to market…
Center for Community Based Research to Action Filed under General Announcements.
Scott TurnerOnline Community Developer
Today, artwork created by some of the Ann Arbor CIL’s consumers and volunteers will be showcased as part of the Second Annual Allies…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
To reserve tickets, visit http://annarborcilgala.eventbrite.com or contact Stephanie Stiles at
Fundraising Filed under Featured Announcements.
Call for Submissions
For: Works of Art for the second issue of Inspire Magazine.
When: To be published January, 2013
Works of art can be…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
The Ann Arbor CIL’s recreation potluck will no longer be held once a month. Instead, the potlucks will be held once every two/three months in conjunction with another activity or event. We hope that this new schedule will not only increase attendance but encourage families to participate in these events together. All potlucks will still be…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
The greeting card class that was originally scheduled to take place on this Tuesday, will now be rescheduled for Thursday, May 31st from 5:30 – 7:30pm. Sorry for any inconvenience that this change may have caused, please adjust your calendars accordingly.
Thank you!
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Girl Talk summer series! Girl talk is a social support group for young women with disabilities ages 14 – 26. Come and join us every Tuesday for six weeks starting June 12 until July 24 (No meeting July 3) and join in on the fun with the girls! Share what’s on your mind and make friends at the same time. Contact Anna with any…
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
The Ann Arbor CIL community garden has an information booth at the 2012 Ypsi Garden Fair! During the fair, in addition to passing out information about our inclusive gardening program, we will also be giving a presentation on accessible gardening. The Ypsi Garden Fair will be held on May 12,2012 from 10am -6pm at the Growing Hope Center, (922 West…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Hello!
We are having a Community Garden Preparation Event this coming Saturday, March 31st, from 1 – 4pm. The purpose of this event is to get our garden ready to grow herbs, vegetables, and flowers, in the upcoming gardening season. To get our garden ready, we have to transfer soil, spread compost, move some garden beds,…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Hello!
As some of you know, the focus of this gardening season is on building relationships with the community and with each other, as well as on growing food and flowers. It is in this spirit of building relationships, that I would like to thank Project GROW for their collaboration in and help with, our garden so far.
In case you…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
You have the opportunity to ensure that youth with disabilities in Washtenaw County have brighter more promising futures!
The Washtenaw Intermediate School District and the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living are teaming up to develop innovative programming that will give our youth the tools they need to become contributing citizens of…
Center for Community Based Research to Action Filed under General Announcements.
Alex GossageSpecial Projects Coordinator
“Someone’s sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.”
- Les Brown
To garden is to cultivate relationships. Through the gardening process, one becomes more familiar with the earth; with oneself; and with being part of a community. For example, through…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Unfortunately, the card class scheduled for February 9th had to be canceled. It will be rescheduled. Please check http://www.annarborcil.org/offices/recreation/ for the latest information as it becomes available.
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Everyone has a story to tell, most people just don’t know where to begin, Uncover your story during our February Journal Writing Workshop. This workshop will tap into your memories and experiences and teach you to turn them into peices of writng you can share with others or keep only for yourself.
Our Journal Writing workshop will be held every…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
All tours are held from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at 3941 Research Park Drive in Ann Arbor.
The Ann Arbor CIL impacts the lives of individuals…
Advocacy & Education Filed under Featured Announcements.
Tom HoatlinVice President, Development
The Ann Arbor CIL impacts the lives of individuals with disabilities in our community each day.
Please join us for a brief Gathering Place Tour to learn about our programs. Contact Tom at 734-971-0277 x18 or Tom@aacil.org to RSVP!
President’s Desk Filed under Featured Announcements.
Tom HoatlinVice President, Development
Join us at the Ann Arbor CIL, on Saturday December 10 from 5:30-8:30pm, we will be watching the movie A Walk to Remember.
The story of two teens, Landon Carter and Jamie Sullivan, who are thrown together by chance. In Beaufort, North Carolina, a prank on a student goes terribly wrong and puts the student in the hospital. Landon Carter, a…
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Saturday, November 5. 1-3 p.m. Ann Arbor CIL.
Have you always wanted a day at Disney World, but can’t get to Florida?Join your CIL friends for a fun-filled day of Disney trivia, caricatures, games, and…
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Who: Youth ages 14-26
What: Halloween Party with apple bobbing, Halloween bingo, creeping, crawling candy, pumpkin painting, caramel apples and more. Costumes encouraged.
When: Friday, Oct. 28, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living RSVP required to Anna Dusbiber Gossage (734) 971-0277 ext. 17…
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Digital storytelling is back for fall! Join us for one of the most popular classes that the Recreation program has to offer! Learn new skills while creating something that you can share with family and friends.
What is Digital Storytelling?
Digital Storytelling is the art of telling stories through the use digital…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under Featured Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
“I can’t afford it!” Often, we hear this from frustrated program participants here at the Ann Arbor CIL who want to develop their skills, broaden their social circle, or learn new ideas: maybe it’s a clay class they want to join; maybe it’s a gym membership or a group trip. But now, for a limited time, getting out into the community will…
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Enjoy learning and relaxing with us for cycling, poetry workshops, or gardening at the Ann Arbor CIL? Next week, you’ll have a chance to show the love.
Work submitted for the 2011 Auction
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Message From Sue Probert:
Beginning in July, I will no longer provide Information and Referral services at the CIL. Instead, I will be taking on a new position as the Outreach Specialist for our Nursing Home Transition team. As the Outreach Specialist, it will be my job to visit nursing homes in Livingston and Washtenaw…
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Sue ProbertNursing Home Transition Outreach Specialist
Join us for a tour of the Ann Arbor CIL, and learn about the many ways we make an impact in our community. Upcoming tour dates include:
Contact Stephanie at
President’s Desk Filed under Featured Announcements.
Tom HoatlinVice President, Development
Because of the Spring Gathering event on Thursday, May 12, the Ann Arbor CIL will be opening at 10 am instead of 9 am.
We look forward to seeing you at the Spring Gathering!
- Ann Arbor CIL Staff
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Tom HoatlinVice President, Development
The Ann Arbor CIL is a partner of the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority. On behalf of the Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (TheRide), I would like to ask for your help in distributing a survey AATA has developed to gather input as they redesign their website. AATA will use the survey results to guide them in making the new site as user…
Advocacy & Education Filed under General Announcements.
Carolyn GrawiDirector of Advocacy and Education
The Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living is now accepting submissions for its second annual Recreation Art Auction on July 21st, 2011. All proceeds will go to support the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living’s Sports and Recreation Program which helps people with disabilities build social skills, learn about the arts, and participate in…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
This summer the Ann Arbor CIL sports and recreation program plans to publish a creative arts magazine. inspire Magazine will be an inclusive publication, and all content will be created by members of our community. In preparation for the first issue of inspire Magazine, the sports and recreation program will be holding a…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
As part of its four month long writing series, the recreation team has been holding practical writing classes during the month of April. So far we have held classes on basic writing skills and email writing basics. Next week, we will be partnering with the career team to put on a resume writing workshop. Whether you are starting from scratch or…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Call for: Works of Art for the first issue of inspire magazine.
When: By April 30, 2011. inspire magazine will be published during the Summer of 2011.
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
It’s ten minutes that could save your life.
Saturday, March 26, 2011, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
University of Michigan Health System, Briarwood Building 2, Suite B
400 E. Eisenhower Pkway, Ann Arbor MI 48108
To qualify for an appointment, you must
1) Be a…
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Sue ProbertNursing Home Transition Outreach Specialist
Girl Talk is starting soon!
Come and join in on the fun with the girls! Share what’s on your mind and make friends at the same time.
Topics include:
• Healthy Relationships
• Women With Disabilities and Love Discussion panel
• Homemaking Magic
• Dress For Success
• Dining out Do’s and…
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Join us for our
A breakfast reception to support the Ann Arbor CIL.
Thursday, May 12
7:30 am – Reception
8 am – 9 am – Program
Kensington Court
Fundraising Filed under Featured Announcements.
Tom HoatlinVice President, Development
Take the PATH to better health!
What is PATH?
PATH is a series of fun, interactive workshops that helps you improve your health and feel better.
The 6-week workshop is designed to provide the skills and tools needed by people living with ongoing health problems to improve their health…
IL Coaching Filed under General Announcements.
Alysa MohrIL Program Manager
The Ann Arbor CIL will be closed for the holiday break December 24th through January 2nd. We will open our doors on January 3rd.
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
In Case of Inclement Weather
If there is snow or other bad weather, check Ann Arbor Public Schools. When Ann Arbor Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather, the Ann Arbor CIL is officially…
Information & Resources Filed under Featured Announcements.
Holiday Craft Workshop
Friday December 17, 2010
Join in the fun and help our youth bring Seasons Greetings to their loved ones in the Ann Arbor CIL’s Craft Workshop!
Volunteers will be needed 4:30-8:00pm to help set up, assist youth in craft-making, and…
Volunteering Filed under General Announcements.
Robin BennettYouth Programming Asst. & Volunteer Coordinator
Are you FUN, POSITIVE and ENERGETIC? Are you looking for a GREAT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY?
Would you like to give youth the opportunity to have tons of fun? Are you interested in volunteering in a meaningful way at the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living?
Purpose:
To…
Volunteering Filed under General Announcements.
Robin BennettYouth Programming Asst. & Volunteer Coordinator
Are you an ENERGETIC PEOPLE PERSON? Do you LOVE the WATER? Are you looking for a GREAT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY?
Purpose:
To support the Ann Arbor CIL Inclusive Water Recreation Program in providing a fun and interactive way for people with and without disabilities to exercise…
Volunteering Filed under General Announcements.
Robin BennettYouth Programming Asst. & Volunteer Coordinator
On November 5, 6, and 7 the Dixboro General store will donate to the Michigan Deaf Arts Festival 15 % of all sales generated by the Michigan Deaf Festival patrons who present the donation coupon.
The Dixboro store is located 5206 Plymouth Rd. Phone number is 734-663-5558.
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Sue ProbertNursing Home Transition Outreach Specialist
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Please join us for
Wheelchair Rugby
Thursday November 11, 2010 7:30-9:30pm
At the Meri Lou Murray County Recreation Center
2960 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor
Chairs will be available for you to use.
Fees:…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Mary StackSports & Recreation Coordinator
Village Park Apartments has a barrier-free 2 bedroom apartment available on Dec 5th. The apartment is 1,000 square feet and has a parking space that is very close to the entrance. Pets are OK with a $200 security deposit and $20 extra per month. There is a bus stop…
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Sue ProbertNursing Home Transition Outreach Specialist
Here we post various requests, needs, and inquiries from fellow people with disabilities.
If you can help, please contact Sue Probert at sue@aacil.org or (734) 971-0277 x 34.
A CIL consumer in subsidized housing needs kitchen goods. Specifically, the consumer needs drinking…
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Sue ProbertNursing Home Transition Outreach Specialist
Part of Investing in Ability Week, in collaboration with the University of Michigan:
The 4th Annual James T. Neubacher Tip-off Event
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Come join us for
Inclusive Volleyball
at the Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center
Thursday, October 21 7:30-9:30pm
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Mary StackSports & Recreation Coordinator
Presented by:
Genesee County Healthy Sexuality Coalition
Planned Parenthood Mid and
South Michigan and Raise It Up
November, 10, 2010
8:30am – 3:30pm
Genesee Intermediate School District
Health, Safety, and Nutrition Services
2284 S….
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Lots of jobs have just been added to our job board on LinkedIn!
Have you checked out the site lately?
Click here to visit the site!
Careers Filed under General Announcements.
Gary HeitmanTalent Connector
Michigan Visiting Care will hold a flu shot clinic on Friday, October 22 from 12 PM – 2 PM in the Ann Arbor CIL’s Conference Room B.
Shots are priced at $33. The University of Michigan Visiting Care accepts the following insurances: Blue Care Network (including UM Premier Care), BCBSM Community Blue PPO, BCBSM Blue Preferred PPO,…
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Please join us for a Community Discussion reporting on the findings of a focus group of people with disabilities in arts and culture.
October 13, 2010 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Ann Arbor District Library, Multi-Purpose Room
343 S. Fifth Ave
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
A bold initiative took place in 2009 to raise awareness of…
Advocacy & Education Filed under General Announcements.
Carolyn GrawiDirector of Advocacy and Education
The PTSD Support Group is now meeting at at new location – the Westside United Methodist Church, at 900 S. Seventh Street in Ann Arbor. Room 208.
Please join us at our new location!
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
About the group: The Support Group for Women with PTSD gives participants the space to discuss what is happening in…
Peer Support Filed under General Announcements.
Wednesday, October 20th from 11am until 2pm
Morris Lawrence Building, Washtenaw Community College
20 or so employers expected, mainly in the customer service area.
For more info, contact: 734-677-5155 or careers@wccnet.edu.
WCC job fairs are open to everyone and free of…
Careers Filed under General Announcements.
Want to get involved?
Volunteer!!
There will be a Volunteer Meeting on Tues. October 19th 1pm-2pm
Followed by a Computer Support Training at 2:30pm for all those interested in being Career Services Computer Tutors
Volunteering Filed under General Announcements.
Robin BennettYouth Programming Asst. & Volunteer Coordinator
The Ann Arbor CIL Fitness Center
Are you interested in using the Ann Arbor CIL Fitness Center? It’s available in the evenings this fall and winter, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5-8pm. Just let Mary know you are coming. It will be available…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Mary StackSports & Recreation Coordinator
Come one and all and join in on our annual
Door prizes for constumes!
Snacks, games, and thrills!
Friday, October…
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Offices in All 50 States Will be Open Saturday, Sept. 25 to Provide Tax Assistance
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service will host a special nationwide open house on Saturday, Sept. 25 to help taxpayers –– especially veterans and people with disabilities –– solve tax problems and respond to IRS notices.
One hundred…
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
September 24th
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where? Ann Arbor YMCA,…
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Join the Book Club for its first meeting on October 21 from 5:30 to 7:30pm.
This meeting will determine the first book and a regular meeting time. Please bring suggestions of books you would like to read!
If you cannot make the meeting but wish to offer a suggestion or have any questions about the book club please contact Melissa…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Have you wanted to compete in track and field, but were not sure how to get started or nervous?
The Ann Arbor CIL is holding a beginner’s meet, just for you! You can come try it out and compete in a friendly, supportive environment.
9-11am – Track: Saline…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Mary StackSports & Recreation Coordinator
Join us for free cooking classes at the Ann Arbor CIL Gathering Place Kitchen!
August 31 – Peach Pie
September 7 – Deviled Eggs
September 21- Squash Soup
If interested in attending please contact Lauren Ungar at:
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Mary StackSports & Recreation Coordinator
Social Networking is becoming very popular, and not just with the younger generations, but with everyone.
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Are you interested in learning more about nutrition? Do the labels on your food leave you confused? Are you trying to lose weight or get better control over your Diabetes? The Ann Arbor CIL is offering a class for you!
Wednesday, Sept. 8- 1:30 pm- 3:30 pm – Healthy Meal Planning
Wednesday, Sept.15- 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm – How to Read the…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Our annual Gala Benefit and Auction is a night not to miss! Join us Saturday, September 11, as we enjoy good times, laughter, and excitement, all to raise needed funds for the Ann Arbor CIL!
RSVP’s are pouring in – are YOU planning to attend? Last year, more than 125 people attended,…
Fundraising Filed under General Announcements.
Tom HoatlinVice President, Development
Clay class taught by UM students is returning this fall!
In this course, participants who have a disability will be partnered with UM undergraduate students who will assist in the creation of sculptural works in clay. This will be the third time offering this fantastic course, and previous participants can attest – this is a great…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Carolyn GrawiDirector of Advocacy and Education
Be part of your future! Share your opinions and voice your concerns about transportation in the region.
Please join us for a…
Advocacy & Education Filed under General Announcements.
Carolyn GrawiDirector of Advocacy and Education
Cancer Survivor Group Discussion
Are you a cancer survivor who had limitations in activities of daily living prior to your cancer?
If you have completed active treatment for your cancer, you are invited to participate in a group discussion to help us understand your experiences as a cancer survivor and to…
Center for Community Based Research to Action Filed under General Announcements.
Carolyn GrawiDirector of Advocacy and Education
A new peer-led group is forming at the Ann Arbor CIL. If you’d like to stop in or participate in a support group regarding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), please contact Amit Kshirsagar at 734-995-1711 or amost1972@gmail.com.
Peer Support Filed under General Announcements.
Through our long-standing partnership with the University of Michigan Health System’s Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, we are…
Center for Community Based Research to Action Filed under General Announcements.
Carolyn GrawiDirector of Advocacy and Education
Plans are underway at the CIL for this year’s Gala Benefit Auction, slated for Saturday, September 11!
This event raises needed funds to support the continued work of the CIL.
In order to make this event a success, we need your help! To learn more about sponsorship opportunities and how to donate a quality item or service to the auction,…
Fundraising Filed under General Announcements.
Tom HoatlinVice President, Development
Are you interested in learning about volunteering at the Ann Arbor CIL?
Have you been volunteering for a long time and want to learn more about how the Center can help you?
Join us On Wednesday, June 30th from 10 am – 11:30 am, for a mandatory volunteer team meeting!
We will be discussing important issues for volunteers as well as sharing…
Volunteering Filed under General Announcements.
Robin BennettYouth Programming Asst. & Volunteer Coordinator
This year, the Ann Arbor CIL’s most important fundraiser will be bigger and better than ever before, because this year YOU can make it great!
Join our caring and passionate team of Auction staff and volunteers, as we have fun planning one of the most exciting nights of the year at the CIL!
We need many volunteers to make this event a…
Volunteering Filed under General Announcements.
Robin BennettYouth Programming Asst. & Volunteer Coordinator
Join us this summer for our annual Summer Youth Advocacy program! In this fun summer program, learn to advocate for disability rights! Come learn about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), how to tell if a building is accessible, and then visit locations around the area to test the law in action! You will also learn how…
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Join us for a 4-week workshop to discuss acceptance and inclusion in our communities. We will discuss how different minority groups have faced obstacles and continue to work for equality. The workshop will use videos and activities from the Southern Poverty Law Center’s Teaching Tolerance curriculum to…
Children & Youth Filed under General Announcements.
Anna Dusbiber-GossageYouth Services Coordinator
Be matched up with a Computer Lab Volunteer to assist in basic computer skills, such as:
If interested, please sign up for more information at the Reception Desk in the Front Office!
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Robin BennettYouth Programming Asst. & Volunteer Coordinator
Be matched up with a Computer Lab Volunteer to assist in basic computer skills, such as:
If interested, please sign up for more information at the Reception Desk in the Front Office!
Careers Filed under General Announcements.
Robin BennettYouth Programming Asst. & Volunteer Coordinator
Be matched up with a Computer Lab Volunteer to assist in basic computer skills, such as:
If interested, please sign up for more information at the Reception Desk in the Front Office!
IL Coaching Filed under General Announcements.
Robin BennettYouth Programming Asst. & Volunteer Coordinator
The third installation of our Spring/Summer Gardening Series will be taking place, Wednesday, May 12th from 1pm to 3pm in the Ann Arbor CIL Gathering Place/Kitchen. The workshop will be focusing on how to incorporate fresh produce into your regular meals, as well as new and easy recipes using fresh garden-grown produce. You will find a…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Lauren BolandArts & Gardening Coordinator
This month, we are featuring 2 great workshops you won’t want to miss! On Wednesday, May 5, we are featuring “Rejection Detection,” to help you figure out clues why you may not be getting the jobs you want. On Wednesday, May 19, we are featuring “Stand Out Interviews,” back by popular demand, after we first featured this workshop at WCC in…
Careers Filed under General Announcements.
Do you need a professional-looking photo for your LinkedIN profile? If you did not get your photo taken at the LinkedIN with Lisa class on Wednesday, April 28, but you would still like a photo, feel free to contact Stephanie. We can set up a time to take your photo at the CIL!
Careers Filed under General Announcements.
I have a Talent Exchange request that I need help finding a match for. A member needs her lawn mowed. If you know anyone who could help, of if you know of resources for this kind of thing within the community, please let me know! Any suggestions will be helpful.
Volunteering Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Journaling is something that is different for all of us. Some write about their day to day life, other write about their thoughts and what is going on in the world around them, others write publicly for an audience about a specific subject. Our journaling class will…
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
At our LinkedIN with Lisa workshop, you are welcome to bring your laptop to follow along in class. It is not necessary for you to have a laptop, but feel free to bring it!
Also, we will be on-hand to take a professional-looking photo of you for your profile if you’d like.
Careers Filed under General Announcements.
An adjustable computer table is available for FREE. It’s in good shape, just come get it! Pick up is at Arrowwood. The computer table is white, and is 30″ x 30″. If interested, please contact Sue Probert and ask about item #30.
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Sue ProbertNursing Home Transition Outreach Specialist
FREE to a good home: V-Tech magnifier. “Big & old, but it works.” It also needs a knob. If interested, call and ask Sue Probert about item #2383.
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Sue ProbertNursing Home Transition Outreach Specialist
Plymouth & Dearborn Heights Housing Commissions are opening their Section 8 waiting lists. The applications will only be available from 8:00 AM on April 23, 2010 through 5:00 PM on April 26, 2010. After 5:00 PM on April 26, 2010 the Waiting List will be CLOSED Applications are available only on-line (visit the library or our AT Lab for…
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Sue ProbertNursing Home Transition Outreach Specialist
We’ve just been lucky enough to have received some new items to our library, courtesy of the Ann Arbor District Library (thanks!). Some tasty samplings for your review:
Books on Tape:
-Slum Dog Millionaire (just listened to it – it’s fabulous!)
DVD’s for kids:
- Marley & Me (heart-warming tear…
Information & Resources Filed under General Announcements.
Sue ProbertNursing Home Transition Outreach Specialist
Our fitness gym is getting popular! Come use our fitness center at the Ann ARbor CIL. We have accessible weightlifting machines as well as a NuStep, or cardio machine.
Orientation with Mary is required. Call or email for an appointment.
Sports, Recreation & Arts Filed under General Announcements.
Mary StackSports & Recreation Coordinator
Friday, October 5, 2012
Our biggest event of the year is coming up on Friday, November 2, 2012! Save the date to join us for our “Annual Gala Benefit… Read more ›
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Business, HR, and community leaders gathered bright and early on Wednesday, September 12 from 7:30 – 8:30 am for the quarterly Ann Arbor Area Business Leadership (A3BLN) to learn about… Read more ›
Monday, September 10, 2012
The Ann Arbor CIL is proud to announce that Mary Stack, place 4th at her power-lifting competition at the 2012 Paralympic Games. This competition, which was held on September 5th,… Read more ›
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Melissa McPhersonLeisure Activities Coordinator
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
On Saturday, August 25th, Joshua and Richard Rubin of Maxi Container, Inc. led a wonderful Rain Barrel workshop at the Ann Arbor CIL. Participants in the workshop, learned about… Read more ›
Friday, August 31, 2012
Nick Suino of SEO Ann Arbor presented at the Ann Arbor CIL on Search Engine Optimization on August 30th. Nick, as an owner of several businesses… Read more ›
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Diversability Theatre does not meet regularly at this time due to a low participation rate. We highly recommend Washtenaw Community Theater which is scheduled to meet every Saturday morning in… Read more ›
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Chris BatyLinux Guru & Theater Coordinator
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
On Tuesday, August 28, 2012, the Ann Arbor Area Business Leadership Network (A3BLN) received the 2012 Diversity Champion Award for Corp! Magazine’s 6th Annual “Michigan’s Salute to Diversity” celebration. Stephanie… Read more ›
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Jim MagyarPresident & CEO
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Many of you know me as ‘Ava, the gardening coordinator’, and it is true that I love our community garden! In addition to loving the Ann Arbor CIL garden however,… Read more ›
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
On Thursday August 16th, members of our community gardening program; participants from Growing Hope; and youth from Edible Avalon, came together to learn about canning and other ways to preserve… Read more ›
Monday, August 27, 2012
Gary Karp is an internationally recognized public speaker, corporate trainer, author, and editor. In November, 2007, he was inducted into the Spinal Cord Injury Hall of Fame as a Disability… Read more ›
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Tom HoatlinVice President, Development
