The State Rehabilitation Council Artists with Disabilities Task Force presents “OPEN STUDIOS”

“OPEN STUDIOS”

Featuring artwork by the State Rehabilitation Council Artists with Disabilities Task Force

When: Saturday, May 2nd 2009
Time: 11:00AM to 3:00 PM

Where: Center Communities
1550 Beacon Street, 3rd Floor
Brookline, MA

We will provide many fun activities including storytelling, musical performances, balloon animals, and opportunities to meet with each artist and learn about the specifics of their craft. You may purchase artwork at any time during the event.

ASL Interpreters are available if requested. Please give at least two weeks notice if requesting an interpreter.

For more information please contact:
Lisa Weber
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
Consumer Involvement Program
Telephone 617-204-3638 (V/TTY)
Email: lisa.weber@mrc.state.ma.us

Int'l exchange and disability event on May 1 in NYC

National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange Mobility International USA www.miusa.org

Disability Community Seminar: Accessing the World through International Exchange New York May 1, 2009

People from the U.S. disability and Deaf community are invited for this one-day seminar and luncheon in New York City as we discuss the ‘Who, What, Where and Why’ of international exchange, including overseas cultural, educational, professional and volunteer programs, for U.S. students, teachers, professionals and others with disabilities.

* Presenters with disabilities will share personal international exchange stories and talk about accommodation strategies for navigating abroad, what to bring, what to expect and more.

Participants will receive practical tools and resources on using VR and keeping SSI benefits, while also learning about scholarships available for international exchange.

* Representatives of international exchange organizations will present about programs to apply to, such as Fulbright fellowships, and best inclusive practices in the international exchange field.

When: Friday, May 1, 2009, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where:Institute of International Education (IIE) 809 United Nations Plaza 12th Floor Conference Center New York, NY
Cost: $40(includes lunch).
Scholarship for a reduced rate is available byrequest.Wheelchair Accessible. Sign language interpreter, alternative formats andother disability-related accommodations provided upon request.

For More Information and Registration, go to:http://www.miusa.org/ncde/seminarnyc or contact MIUSA at:Email: clearinghouse@miusa.org Tel/TTY: (541) 343-1284

This event is co-sponsored by Mobility International USA, the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State and theInstitute of International Education.Registration deadline: April 17, 2009 - Space limited to 50 participants, so register early! http://www.miusa.org/ncde/seminarnyc

The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange provides freeinformation and referral services related to the participation of peoplewith disabilities in international exchange programs. The Clearinghouse issponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S.Department of State, and is managed by Mobility International USA, which is celebrating its 28th year as a U.S.-based non-profit organization.
Our mailing address is:
Mobility International USA
132 E. Broadway, Suite 343
Eugene, Oregon 97401 USA
Our telephone/tty:541-343-1284

A National Teleconference and Webcast Presented by the

Advocate!! Spread The Word!!
Help Young People With Disabilities Talk About Education!!

A National Teleconference and Webcast Presented by the
National Youth Leadership Network (NYLN)

When: Tuesday, April 14, 2009
8:00pm Eastern Time

What: Please join us as the speakers will be discussing the following issues:
Ø Independent Living: Links to life after high school, post-secondary and beyond!
Ø Transition: Links between school and career goals!
Ø Education for all: Individuals with cognitive disabilities succeeding in post-secondary education!
Ø Guest speaker: Micah Fialka-Feldman, Disability Rights Advocate
Ø Guest Speaker: Jeff Moyer, Public speaker and Human Rights

How:
1) Go to www.nyln.org <http://www.nyln.org <http://www.nyln.org/>
2) Click the teleconference link.
3) Register your information.
4) Press send!

This teleconference is presented by the National Youth Information Center of the National Youth Leadership Network. Thanks to Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU) for supporting this event!

Making History And Breaking Barriers

The Museum of Science and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital present

Making History And Breaking Barriers:
A Discussion With Ernst Van Dyk, The Seven-Time Boston Marathon Men's Wheelchair Division Champion

Friday, April 17, 2:30pm
Museum of Science: Science & Technology Stage

Ernst van Dyk is the seven-time Boston Marathon Men's Wheelchair Division Champion. Over the years, Ernst has become a world-renowned motivational speaker, speaking about overcoming adversity, setting goals, making sense out of setbacks in life and living a dream. He instills hope in audiences of all ages and abilities about finding meaning in life and making the best of the cards you got dealt. This year he will be going for his record-breaking eighth win in Boston. Some of Ernst's other accomplishments include: First Wheelchair Racer to break 1h20 for the marathon, only athlete to medal in 2 sports in Beijing at the 2008 Olympics, and World's Best Time for the marathon of 1:18.27 (2004). Ernst is also the captain of Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital's Race for Rehab Marathon Team. The Spaulding team was one of six selected by the Boston Athletic Association(r) to be an official charity in 2009. For more information please visit www.spauldingrehab.org.

Free with Museum admission. A limited number of free admission passes are available.
Contact Maria Cabrera at 617-589-0418 or mcabrera@mos.org for more information.

Bowling Fundraiser for The Wheelchair Recycler

The Wheelchair Recycler a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit online at wheelchairrecycler.org

Independence Roll

Join Us
Saturday May 16, 2009
8pm - Midnight

A fun night of bowling for a great cause! Raffles, door prizes and more.

Located at Ryan Family Amusements 1170 Main Street, Millis MA

A charity bowling event to benefit The Wheelchair Recycler Inc.
Admission is $20 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Includes shoe rental and lanes fee.

RSVP with Facebook at www.independenceroll.com or email event@independenceroll.com

Raffle and door prizes include gifts from:
Adamaunt Diamonds, Newton Cranberry Real Estate, West Dennis Astro Imaging Ink & Toner, Malden Starbucks & more