Recent Home Page Announcements
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New Office Wish List
Thank you to the Kenney Family for donating an office unit to SOSC. All of our volunteers work out of their homes, but
we now have a central location that we can use. THANK YOU!
If you have items you would like to donate to the new office, please let us know what you have and then drop them off on
Saturday, January 30 between 1pm-4pm.
WISH LIST:
- Folding Card Tables
- Desk
- Chairs
- Bookshelves
- Trash Can
- Copy Paper
- Brochure rack and/or business card rack
- Office supplies
- Shredder
- Mini-fridge
- Microwave
For more information: Marie El-khoury at 407-782-0525 or Marie@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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Summer Sports Schedule
Practices for bocce, cycling, tennis, track, volleyball and soccer began January 16. Last day to register is January 30,
2010.
Please visit the Sports Page to download a sports' schedule.
To sign up for a sport click here.
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Oom Yung Doe Fun Day & Martial Arts Demo
Please join SOSC and the School of Oom Yung Doe for the 2010 Kick-A-Thon and Demonstration on Saturday,
January 23, 2010 from 10am-2pm at 7505 Red Bug Lake Road, Suite #1013 in Oviedo, Florida.
The students of the school will be raising money for SOSC athletes by taking part in a "Kick-A-Thon". The event is open
to all - including food, prizes, free lessons, bounce house, clown and GREAT RAFFLE PRIZES! DON'T MISS OUT ON
ALL THE FUN!
Oom Yung Doe Flier - click here
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Thank You to The University of Phoenix for donating over $12,000 to SOSC
University of Phoenix – Central Florida has selected Special Olympics Seminole County as its charitable partner for its
commencement ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 26. It is the local campus’s largest commencement ceremony in its 13-
year history and extra tickets were sold to graduating students to raise money for our organization. The graduation
festivities took place at the Amway Arena with more than 800 inspiring graduates participating.
Check Presentation will take place at the ALL STAR FOOTBALL GAME on Thursday, December 17, 2009.
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Polar Plunge on January 16, 2009
Many SOSC volunteers and athletes have already committed to "Take the Plunge" to raise money for the athletes of
Special Olympics Florida - Seminole County by taking a chilly dip into the wave pool at Aquatica on Saturday, January
16, 2010.
Please consider making a small donation on their behalf -OR- joining their teams as a plunger by visiting
their Firstgiving page:
http://www.firstgiving.com/nin
http://www.firstgiving.com/loporto
http://www.firstgiving.com/iamaio
Any amount would be appreciated, no matter how small - it all goes to a great cause. Donating through this website is
simple, fast and totally secure. All donations are secure and sent directly to Special Olympics Florida by Firstgiving, who
will email you a printable record of your donation.
Questions: Ranwa Nin El-khoury, 407-929-7254, RanwaNin@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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Basketball Updates
Due to the inclement weather, practice for January 9 has been cancelled. We were able to reschedule for Tuesday,
January 12th at Palm Springs Baptist Church (in the gym).
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Athlete Input Council Food Drive Ends January 6
SOSC and AMF ALTAMONTE & CASSELBERRY LANES PRESENT… 2009 HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
By Wednesday, January 6, 2010, bring in a can of food to either the Altamonte Springs or Casselberry locations and get
a FREE game of bowling! Items will be donated to the WESH (Channel 2) Food Drive to benefit Second Harvest Food
Bank. On behalf of Special Olympics Seminole County, AMF Altamonte and AMF Casselberry Lanes we appreciate your
generosity. Click Here for Flier
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2010 Publix Torch Sales - We need YOU!
Today through January 21, show you're a fan of Special Olympics by purchasing your very own paper torch at your local
Publix Super Market check-out register for $1, $3, or $5 to support Special Olympics and your local athletes!
Something for you: this year's torches include $6 in coupons on select Procter & Gamble products. These coupons are
good above and beyond the brandSAVER™ coupons (found in your December 27th newspaper).
Volunteers are still needed to help sell torches outside local Publix stores. For more information: Ranwa Nin
Elkhoury, 407-929-7254, RanwaNin@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
http://specialolympicsseminolecounty.org/3-SPECIAL_EVENTS/PublixTorchSales.html
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Summer Sports Athlete and Volunteer Registration
Athlete Registration
Please attend our Registration/Parent Meeting on Saturday, January 9, 2010 from 3:30-5pm at St. Mary Magdalen
Church in the Annex (building in the back of the church, located past the gym). Practice schedules and locations will be
announced at this meeting.
Volunteer/Coaches Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, January 5 at 6:30pm at St. Mary Magdalen's Annex.
For More Information:
Contact Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463, Mindy@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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2009 Volunteer Appreciation Banquet
Volunteer of the Year, Mindy Setzer
Coach of the Year, Wayne Tarkenton
Family of the Year, LoPortos
Organization of the Year, Palm Springs Baptist Church
Sponsor of the Year, University of Phoenix
Shinning Star: Stephanie Sharrer And Brittany Mondo
Hall of Fame Inductees: Vinnie Coon, Debbie Taylor, Larry Levine, Joan Helms, Bill and Lin Bonnet
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2009-2010 Basketball County Games
**DROP OFF site for our Athlete Input Council Food Drive. Collecting Can Foods for second harvest. Your support is
welcome! Click Here for Flier
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2009-2010 Basketball Season Registration
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"Let Me Be Brave"
Seminole County athlete, Charbel El-khoury, was recently featured in a 7 minute documentary about Special Olympics
Florida title, “Let Me Be Brave”. This film was produced by atalented group of students from Full Sail.
To watch this great clip, please click here.
To read a follow-up article from Full Sail's Propeller, please click here.
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Annual Family Fun Day & FREE Physicals
TELL US HOW IT WAS?
Click Here to take this QUICK 7 Question Survey
On Sunday, August 30, 2009, Special Olympics Seminole County hosted their Annual Family Fun Day at Lake Mary High
School. This event was visited by over 300 Special Olympics athletes, volunteers, coaches, and family members. They
enjoyed a free afternoon of food, games, sports physicals, vision screenings, prizes, and best of all- long lasting
friendships! Thank you to all of our sponsors and supporters who made this event possible:
* Lake Mary High School
* South Seminole Optimist Club
* Big Tree Storage
* PediaVision
* Northland Church
* Universal Orlando
* Dr. Siva Manapragada
* Dr. Usha Mohandus
* Dr. Josette Romain
* Altamonte Springs & Lake Mary Police Officers
* School of Oom Yung Doe
Please click here for photos Please click here for more information.
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A Free Night of Bowling By Brasfield and Gorrie
The employees of Brasfield & Gorrie are putting on special night of bowling with their employees and 15 of our SOSC
athletes.
Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 6:30-830pm
AMF Altamonte Lanes, 280 Douglas Avenue, Altamonte Springs 32714
Pizza, Soda, and two hours of bowling will be provided for free.
The FIRST 15 athletes to RSVP will be able to attend.
Please contact Kevin Lajeunesse for more information: 407-257-7730 or Kevin@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
This is not a sanctioned Special Olympics event.
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2009-2010 Basketball Season Registration
Registration for Basketball Season will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 2-4pm at Palm Springs First Baptist
Church. Located at 601 Palm Springs Dr, Altamonte Springs Fl 32701, click here for map) Athletes will sign up for their
training facility and take part in a short assessment.
Please let us know if you will be attending the meeting and if you plan on participating this season by clicking here.
VOLUNTEER COACHES & ASSISTANTS STILL NEEDED
Contact Rosemary Whalen at 407-963-5667 Rosemary@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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2009 Bowl-A-Thon - Huge Success!
On Sunday, June 28, 2009, the 2009 Bowl-A-Thon brought in 60 bowlers and $6,800! Congratulations to all the bowlers
and thank you to all the donors, sponsors, and volunteers!
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Annual Family Fun Day & FREE Physicals
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Events List
Please click here for a list of 2009 summer competitions and events.
Please click here for a list of Fundraising Restaurant Nights.
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Sports Update
COUNTY GAMES VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE FOLLOWING:
To sign up, contact Mindy Setzer, 321-276-6463, MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
Powerlifting County Games: Saturday August 22 at Gold’s Gym Altamonte from 4-6pm.
Bowling County Games: Monday, August 17, at AMF Altamonte Lanes from 2-5pm. Click here for flier.
Gymnastics County Games:
RHYTHMIC- Saturday, August 22 from 10am-12noon at St. Mary Magdalen Annex, 831 Maitland Ave,
Altamonte Springs
ARTISTIC- Monday, August 24 from 6pm-7:30pm at Legacy Gymnastic, 143 Atlantic Drive Suite 1010
Maitland, Fl 32751
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SWIMMING COUNTY GAMES
County Games will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2009 at Lake Brantley High School from 8am-12pm. Volunteers and
Spectators welcome! More Info: Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463 or Mindy@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
Please visit our sports page for more announcements.
“FALL CLASSIC” SPORTS
Softball Athletes Needed: Practice begins on Saturday July 25 from 8am-10:30am at Trotwood Park (Field 2), 224
Trotwood Blvd., Winter Springs, Fl 32708 Mark Taylor 407-699-4776, mtaylor3@smurfit.com
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AIC Food Drive
The Athlete Input Council would like to collect canned food for local charities. If you would like to contribute to their
collection, please bring items to any AIC Member or bring them to the Bowl-A-Thon on Sunday, June 28, 2009 at the
Altamonte AMF Lanes between 3-5pm. Thanks!
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Chic-Fil-A Spirit Night
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"SUMMER SPORTS" END OF SEASON PARTY
Volleyball, Cycling, Track, Tennis, Soccer, and Bocce
Sunday, May 31, 2009 - Join us as we celebrate the end of a great season! Click Here for Details.
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Swine Flu Precautions
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Sports Update
SWIMMING SEASON BEGINS MAY 30, 2009
Due to limited space, swimming registration for athletes was held on Saturday May 9 at 11am at St. Mary Magdalen
Church – in the Annex. Training will be offered at three different locations this season. For information our 2009 swim
season, please click here.
For more information, contact Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
FALL CLASSIC SPORTS
POWERLIFTING, BOWLING, GYMNASTICS, SOFTBALL, ROLLERSKATING
These sports are scheduled to begin in mid-June. If you are interested in coaching, please contact Mindy Setzer.
Contact Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
Please stay tuned for practice details in our May newsletter.
"SUMMER SPORTS" END OF SEASON PARTY
Volleyball, Cycling, Track, Tennis, Soccer, and Bocce
Sunday, May 31, 2009 - Join us as we celebrate the end of a great season! Click Here for Details.
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A Message from Seminole County Public Schools
Seminole County Public Schools has developed a partnership and athletic opportunity for students with intellectual
disabilities which will foster the development of school-based teams and provide athletic opportunities for students with
intellectual disabilities. As of April 2009, I have two high schools (Lake Brantley High and Lyman High) as well as one
elementary school (Wekiva Elementary) on board to cultivate school-based teams or a Young Athletes Program. If you
would like further information about the Special Olympics initiative or have suggestions to assist in the expansion of the
project, please contact me at 407-320-3808 or Coury_Knowles@scps.k12.fl.us
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Sports Update
GOLF SEASON STARTS IN APRIL ON SUNDAYS
Golf season is scheduled to begin on SUNDAY, APRIL 19 at Mayfair Country Club, 3536 Country Club Rd, Sanford Fl
32771. For more information, please visit our website or contact Coach Tim Hagan at: 407-538-9267, tim.hagan@gmail.
com Please visit our Sports Page for details.
SWIMMING SEASON REGISTRATION
Due to limited space, swimming registration for athletes will be on Saturday May 9 at 11am at St. Mary Magdalen Church
– in the Annex. There will be different locations and practices this season, so please try to attend this important meeting.
Practices will begin on Saturday May 30 & Sunday May 31. Coaches with swim experience needed! Contact Mindy
Setzer at 321-276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
Check back on our Sports Page for Schedule and Notices
FALL CLASSIC SPORTS
POWERLIFTING, BOWLING, GYMNASTICS, SOFTBALL, ROLLERSKATING
These sports are scheduled to begin in mid-June. If you are interested in coaching, please contact Mindy Setzer.
Contact Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
Please stay tuned for practice details in our May newsletter.
"SUMMER SPORTS" END OF SEASON PARTY
Volleyball, Cycling, Track, Tennis, Soccer, and Bocce
Sunday, May 31, 2009 - Join us as we celebrate the end of a great season! Click Here for Details.
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Red Brick Pizza Night
Tuesday, April 28, 2009 from 5pm-8pm at 5256 Red Bug Lake Road, Winter Springs, FL 32708. Make sure to tell them
you are supporting Special Olympics Seminole County when you order, and a percentage of the sale will be donated
back to our program. Spread the word and come out for some great food!
Please click here for a list of Fundraising Restaurant Nights.
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Welcome to our New County Coordinator
Special Olympics Seminole County has received a grant that will allow the program to hire a part time County
Coordinator. In the past the program has been led by a team of all-star volunteers. We are proud to announce that our
new part-time County Coordinator is Marie El-khoury.
Please Click Here for to view Marie's Welcome Letter.
We would also like to take this time to thank our previous County Coordinator, Debbie Taylor, for her years of dedicated
and valuable service to SOSC. Without her, our program would not be what it is today. Thank you Debbie!!!
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We Need a BIG Truck!
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Upcoming Sports
GOLF SEASON STARTS IN APRIL ON SUNDAYS
Golf season is scheduled to begin on SUNDAY, APRIL 19 at Mayfair
Country Club, 3536 Country Club Rd, Sanford Fl 32771. An important
family meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 7 at St. Mary Magdalen
Church – in the Annex at 6:30pm.
SWIMMING SEASON
Due to limited space, swimming registration will be on Saturday May 9 and
the practices will begin on Saturday May 30. See April newsletter for more
information.
To volunteer, sign up as an athlete, or for more info, please contact Mindy
Setzer at 321-276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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Volunteers Needed
SWIMMING COACHES NEEDED
A swim coaches meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 14 at St. Mary Magdalen Church – in the Annex at 7:30pm.
Volunteers with swimming experience needed. For more information, please contact Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463 or
MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
GOLF COACHES NEED
Golf season is scheduled to begin on SUNDAY, APRIL 19 at Mayfair Country Club, 3536 Country Club Rd, Sanford Fl
32771. An important family meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 7 at St. Mary Magdalen Church – in the Annex at 6:
30pm. For more information, please contact Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463 or
MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
VOLUNTEER SPEECH COACH NEEDED
We are looking for a speech coach who is willing to work with one of our athlete leaders as they train to become a Global
Messenger. Global Messengers assist with speaking engagements, presentations, guest appearances, and help
promote county programs.
As a Speech Coach, you will support the Global Messenger by assisting with the preparation for these types of events.
This position requires good communication skills, transportation to events, and must attend a training session with the
Global Messenger on April 17-19 (accommodations provided). Speech Coaches could spend up to 10 hours a month at
maximum.
For more information or to get involved, please contact Marie El-khoury at 407-782-0525 or Mel-
khoury@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
GENERAL COACHES MEETING
A coaches meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 14 at St. Mary Magdalen Church – in the Annex at 6:30pm. For more
information, please contact Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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NEW SPORT - Spring Time Sailing
Special Olympics Orange County has offered sailing to our athletes. Please click here for more information on this new
addition to SOSC opportunities!
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"Summer Sports" County Games
CONGRATULATIONS athletes and coaches on a job well done at County Games on Saturday, February 28, 2009.
THANK YOU to all the volunteers and sponsors who made this day a huge success! We could not have done it without
you!
GOOD LUCK to all the athletes who will be traveling to Freedom High School for Area Games on March 28.
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"Summer Sports" County Games
Athletics, Cycling, Tennis, Soccer and Volleyball
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Lake Mary High School, 655 Longwood Lake Mary Road
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
8:30 am – Athlete & Volunteer Check In
9:00 am – Opening Ceremonies
9:30 am – Competition Begins
11:30 am – Competition Ends, Awards Ceremony
12:00 – 12:30 pm - Lunch is served for Athletes, Coaches and Volunteers. Spectators will be able to purchase lunch.
12:30 pm – Tournament Concludes
1-4pm - Bocce Tournament at Westmonte Park, Altamonte Springs
Please Click Here for Volunteer Information
Please Click Here for Athlete Information. (Bocce athlete, click here)
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Orlando Magic Fun Night - Order your tickets by March 1st
Purchase discounted Orlando Magic tickets for Friday, April 3, 2009 -
THIS GAMES IS SOLD OUT, BUT WE STILL HAVE TICKETS! Invite friends, family, or Special Olympics supporters to
this fun night out! The Altamonte Sparklers (special needs cheerleaders) will perform at the pre-game show, our name
will show up on the Jumbo-Tron, and we get to take a group photo at the end of the game. All discounted tickets
purchased will be in a block, so our whole community can enjoy the game together! (Online ticket purchases are not
guaranteed seating in the block).
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Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
Join us for dinner on Thursday, February 19, 2009 between 5:30-7:30pm at the Chick-Fil-A off Tuskawilla Road in
Winter Springs (1455 Tuskawilla Road). A percentage of the sales between that time frame will be donated back to
Special Olympics Seminole County. Spread the word and come out for some great food! … Make sure to tell them you
are supporting Special Olympics when you order!
Please Click Here to Download a Printable Flier that you can hand out.
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Rescheduled Basketball End of Season Party
The Basketball End of Season Party has been moved to Saturday, February 21, 2009 from 11-1pm at Eastmonte Park.
Great News! On top of all the scheduled fun, we are happy to announce our special guest: BO OUTLAW from the
ORLANDO MAGIC!
RSVP to your coach or Mindy Setzer by February 13, 2009.
Let us know the # attending and what dish/item you would like to share! Mindy Setzer, 321-276-6463,
MSetzer@SpecialOlympcisSeminoleCounty.org
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"Summer Sports" Started in January
Our “Summer Sports” started on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at various locations. Please visit each sports page for
details:
Track and Field: Lake Mary High School from 8:30am-10am
Soccer: Lake Mary High School from 8:30am-10am
Volleyball: Metro Life Church (Indoor) from 8:30am-10am
Cycling: Lake Mary High School from 8:30am-10am
Tennis: Westmonte Park from 8:30-10:30am
Bocce: Westmonte Park from 2pm-4pm
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Interested In Sailing?
Special Olympics Orange County has invited our athletes to try their sailing program. This program is well suited for
higher functioning athletes who can swim. If you are interested in this trial, please contact Kevin Lajeunesse at 407-257-
7730 or KLajunesse@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
Please Click Here for More Information.
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"Summer Sports" Start on January 10, 2009
Our “Summer Sports” started on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at various locations. Please visit each sports page for
details:
Track and Field: Lake Mary High School from 8:30am-10am
Soccer: Lake Mary High School from 8:30am-10am
Volleyball: Metro Life Church (Indoor) from 8:30am-10am
Cycling: Lake Mary High School from 8:30am-10am
Tennis: Westmonte Park from 8:30-10:30am
Bocce: Westmonte Park from 2pm-4pm
Please Click Here for Summer Sports Schedules and Parent Packet
Interested in Coaching or Volunteering? Please contact Mindy Setzer before December 5 to get involved at 321-
276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeinoleCounty.org
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Practices Canceled for the following sports on Saturday, January 31, 2009 due
to weather:
Track and Field - Canceled
Soccer - Canceled
Volleyball - Canceled
Bocce - Canceled
Tennis- Optional
Cycling- Canceled
Basketball Skills - Canceled
Basketball Casselberry- TBA
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Basketball Updates
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Cardio Challenge For Charity
On January 1, 2009 from 10am-3pm, Gold’s Gym will donate 1 cent to Special Olympics Seminole County for every
calorie burned on the cardio equipment. Prizes, Free Food, and More! Please Click Here for Flier
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Publix Torch Sales - We need YOUR help!
Every January, Publix graciously allows Special Olympics to sell paper torches on Saturdays and Sundays to support our
program. Last year, these sales brought in over $10,000. We have formed a strong planning committee for this year’s
sale. Please Click Here to Volunteer to Help.
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"Summer Sports" Start in January
Our “Summer Sports” will begin on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at various locations.
Track and Field: Lake Mary High School from 8:30am-10am
Soccer: Lake Mary High School from 8:30am-10am
Volleyball: Metro Life Church (Indoor) from 8:30am-10am
Cycling: Dual Training at Gold’s Gym and TBA (morning)
Tennis: Westmonte Park from 8:30-10:30am
Bocce: Westmonte Park from 2pm-4pm
Important Family Info. Meeting on Monday, January 5, 2009 at St. Mary Magdalen’s Annex from 6:30-7:30pm.
Located at 861 Maitland Avenue, Altamonte Springs Fl 32701. The Annex is located towards the back of the parking lot
just after the track.
Interested in Coaching or Volunteering? Please contact Mindy Setzer before December 5 to get involved at 321-
276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeinoleCounty.org
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Volunteer Appreciation Banquet
Our 2008 Volunteer Appreciation Banquet was held on Tuesday, November 18, 2008. Congratulations to all of our
Nominees and Winners!
Please Click Here to view photos of the event.
Coach of the Year- Fran Carozza
Volunteer of the Year- Susan Hudson
Family of the Year- Lundy-Badders
Organization of the Year- South Seminole Optimist Club
Sponsor of the Year- RDV SportsPlex & AMF Altamonte Lanes
Special Recognition Awards- Full Sail Production Crews, Scribner Family
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Equestrian Holiday Party - ALL are welcome
The Equestrian Program would like to extend a warm invitation to all athletes and volunteers to attend their holiday party
on December 20, 2008. Please click here for more information.
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All Star Football Game & BBQ
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Help the AIC Spread the Holiday Spirit
The Athlete Input Council (AIC) would like to help support Toys For Tots. Please feel free to help by bringing new and
unwrapped toys to our basketball practices. The AIC will be presenting the toys at Channel 9 News on Saturday,
December 20 between 10-12pm while the Altamonte Sparklers perform.
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Volunteer Appreciation Banquet
Our 2008 Volunteer Appreciation Banquet will be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2008. Please Click Here for more info.
If you are a coach, volunteer, group leader, or sponsor, please contact us if you did not receive your invitation.
Banquet@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
Congratulations to our 2008 Nominees
Coach of the Year- Wayne Tarkenton, Mindy Setzer, Neil Scribner, Mark Taylor, Fran Carozza
Volunteer of the Year- Susan Hudson, Gyle Workman, Kevin Lajeunesse, Mindy Setzer, Doren Scribner
Family of the Year- Van Loons, El-khoury, Scriber, Lundy-Badders
Organization of the Year- Full Sail Production, Longwood/Lake Mary Lions Club, Optimist Club
Sponsor of the Year- Casselberry Lanes, RDV SportsPlex, AMF Altamonte Lanes, Gold’s Gym, City of Altamonte
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Upcoming Volunteer Events
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Updated Sports Page
Please take a moment to visit our updated Sports Page. We have added a page for each sport complete with schedules,
announcements, notices, even updates from basketball assessments, swimming end of season party and more!
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Want to Show a Volunteer Your Appreciation?
Our 2008 Volunteer Appreciation Banquet will be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2008. Please Click Here for more info.
Do you have a volunteer, coach, or an organization you want to say “thank you” to? Please click here and help us say thank
you by nominating an exceptional coach, volunteer, family, sponsor, or organizations for an award.
Volunteers are needed on the day of the event to help decorate from 4-6pm. If you are interested, please contact Nin at
Banquet@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org or 407-929-7254
Do you have an amazing story about Special Olympics to share? You can be a speaker at our upcoming Volunteer banquet.
Share your story on how Special Olympics has changed your athlete's, your family's, or your own life. Please contact Nin to
share your story at 407-929-7254 or Banquet@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org.
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Basketball Season Begins
Our parent meeting was held on Saturday, September 27, 2008. Parents were asked to chose which of the four facilities
they would like to train at. Athletes took part in a short assessment while completing some basketball drills.
Next practice will be on Saturday, October 11, 2008. Athletes will all receive a phone call or email reminding them of
which facility they will be at (or letting them know of a change in the facility they selected)
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Softball Athletes & Volunteers/Unified Partners Needed
Practices are held on Saturdays from 8am-10am in Winter Springs. Contact Debbie Taylor at 407-699-4776 or
DTaylor@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCoutny.org Click Here for Schedule
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Publix Fundraising Meeting
On Tuesday, September 16, we will have a Publix Torch Sale Fundraising Meeting, which is a source of HUGE income
for SOSC and SOFL. If you would like to join the planning committee for this project, please contact us to let us know.
The meeting will begin at 7pm and be held at Nin’s house.
For more information or directions, contact:Ranwa Nin El-khoury, 407-929-7254,
rel-khoury@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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Basketball Season Begins
COACHES NEEDED: Please join us for a coaches meeting on Monday, September 22, 2008 at the COPS Center in the
Altamonte Mall from 630-8pm. If you cannot attend, but would still like to coach, please let us know. Mindy Setzer at 321-
276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org OR CLICK HERE FOR AN INFORMATIONAL FLIER
ATHLETES: Basketball season is scheduled to begin on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at Eastmonte Park from 11-1pm
for an important Family Meeting and Athlete Drills. At this meeting, families will receive the practice schedule and a
chance to choose which facility they would like to train at. For more information: Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463 or
MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
PLEASE NOTE THIS CORRECTION: Our E-newsletter was published with the wrong contact number for Mindy
Setzer. The correct phone number is 321-276-6463 THANK YOU :)
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Swim Team Announcement
Congratulations to all of our swimmers who competed at Area Games on Saturday, September 6, 2008. We are proud of
all of you and your accomplishments!!
We will continue to have practice on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at the RDV and Westmonte Park.
Please click here for Notice #5 that was handed out at practice with information on the End of Season Party.
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2008 Annual Picnic & Fun Day - Thank you to everyone who attended!
Due to Tropical Storm Fay, Eastmonte Park was flooded, which means we had to reschedule our Picnic and Fun Day for
Saturday, August 30, 2008 from 12-4pm. Even though we had to reschedule our event, we still had over 200 people
attend our “indoor picnic”. The event was LOTS of fun and we are glad that you all joined us! Thank you to everyone
who made this great event possible, including:
•City of Altamonte Springs - Facility
•HESS Gas Station in Casselberry - Water Cooler & Water
•Gold’s Gym Altamonte - Goodie Bags
•AmeriGroup - Bouncy House & Clown
•Universal Orlando - Volunteers
•Siva Manapragada - Free Physicals
•South Seminole Optimist Club - Volunteers, Dunk Tank, Cooks
•Special Olympics Seminole County Management Team & Picnic Committee
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Swimming Updates
COUNTY GAMES
Thank you to all the athletes, parents, coaches, and fabulous volunteers who helped at our Aquatics County Games on
Saturday, July 25, 2008 at Westmonte Park. The event was a HUGE success and we are so appreciative of everyone's
contributions and support!
PARENTS: Click Here to Download Notice #2 Click Her to Download Notice #3
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It is that time of year again! Bring the family and a dish and come out to our Annual Picnic on Saturday August 23, 2008 at
Eastmonte Park. This year’s event will be the bigger and better, full of games and fun, PLUS, we will be offering FREE
physicals too! Please click here for more information or to RSVP.
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"Fall Classic" Sports In Full Swing: Powerlifting, Gymnastics, Bowling, Softball
BOWLING:
This year we will offer two training sites. All athletes must complete 10 games at either training site before our County
Games on Monday August 25 at the Altamonte Lanes.
AMF ALTAMONTE LANES 280 Douglas Avenue, Alt. Springs. Begins Monday, June 23 from 3-5pm. Training will
be provided by the City of Altamonte Springs Special Population Programs. Cost $1.50/game which includes
shoes. More info: Nin El-khoury, 407-571-8814 or Bowling@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org Click Here for
Schedule
AMF CASSELBERRY LANES - 115 Wilshire Blvd, Fern Park. Begins on Thursday, June 26 from 6-7:30pm. To
train at this facility, please contact Neil Scribner at 407-327-0578 or neilscribner@earthlink.net Click Here For
Schedule
GYMNASTICS:
Begins Tuesday, June 17 from 5:30-6:30 at Brown’s Gym in Altamonte. If we haven’t contacted you already, please
contact us you want to join. Mindy Setzer, 321-276-6463, Gymnastics@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org Click Here
for schedule
POWERLIFTING:
Begins on Saturday, June 14 from 1-3pm at Golds Gym Altamonte. Please contact Fran Carrozza for more information.
321-297-8669, francarrozza56@hotmail.com Click here for Schedule
SOFTBALL:
Begins on July 26. Contact Debbie Taylor at 407-699-4776 or DTaylor@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCoutny.org
Click Here for Schedule
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Tampa Bay Buc's Gatorade Training Camp.. RE-Scheduled
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Special Olympics Seminole County Job Posting
Special Olympics Seminole County has just received a grant that will allow the program to hire a part time County
Coordinator. In the past the program has been led by a team of all-star volunteers. They have built a strong foundation
that will allow the program to grow and that is exactly what we want to do; grow the program. Because this is such an
important investment for the people with and without intellectual disabilities in Seminole County we are enlisting the help
of the community in our search for a part-time paid county coordinator.
Please feel free to pass on this job description to anyone who might be interested in applying. We hope to begin the
interviewing process by the beginning of August. We would also like to take this time to thank our current County
Coordinator Debbie Taylor for her years of dedicated and valuable service to SOSC. Without her, our program would
not be what it is today. Thank you Debbie!
Please Click Here for Job Description
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Upcoming Sports
SWIMMING
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2008 Nathaniel's Hope - Make 'em Smile
Join Special Olympics Seminole County for this great event hosted by Nathaniel's Hope. If you would like us to sign you up or
for more information, please click here.
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Summer Sports End of Season Party
SUNDAY, June 1, 2008 from 12-4pm at Cranes Roost Villages Club House, 530 Cranes Way, Altamonte Springs Fl
32701. We will have Awards, Food, Swimming, Tennis, Music & Lots of Fun! Please bring an item to share, such as a
salad, dish, dessert, drinks, plates etc. OPTIONAL: Swim Suit, Goggles, Towel, Tennis Racket, Music CDs. RSVP to
Mindy Setzer, 321-276-6463, MSetzer@SpecialOlympcisSeminoleCounty.org
(This is not a sanctioned Special Olympics Event) Please Click Here for Flier with more details and directions
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Upcoming Sports
SWIMMING
Swim season is scheduled to start on Saturday, May 31, 2008.
Please Click Here to Download our 2008 Swim Season Welcome Packet with details about the season.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONAL MEETING for parents, athletes, & families: Saturday, April 26, 2008
was held at Eastmonte Park from 9am-10am. Please click here to see what items we discussed.
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Publix Torch Sales
We are proud to announce that we raised $10,800 through the Publix Torch Sales in January. Thanks to all who helped!
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Recent Grants - THANK YOU!
SOSC would like to extend a special thank you for two recent grants. One was from the Hilton Foundation for $7,500 (thanks to
the help of Babita Hilton) Another was from Universal Orlando's UGive program for $500 (thanks to Jennifer Green-Bourque)
Thank you Hilton Foundation, Universal Orlando, and all of our other great sponsors & donors!
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2008 Bowl-A-Thon- Lots of Fun and Huge Success
Special Olympics Seminole County would like to THANK YOU ALL for your support and donations to the 2008 Bowl-A-Thon.
We hope you join us in 2009 for the 3rd Annual Bowl-A-Thon. Together we were able to raise $3,542.15 for SOSC athletes!
Please click here to download a Thank You Letter to give out to individuals who sponsored your athletes.
Please click here for photos from the event.
Thank you to our Proud Sponsors:
City of Altamonte Springs, The Advisory Board for the Disabled, Inc., The South Seminole Optimist Club
Thank you to our wonderful volunteers:
Robert Cowan & We All C.A.N., Mindy and Lainey Dorris, UCF Adaptive PE Students
Special Thanks to Brett and Winston Jones who alone raised $1,269.00 in sponsorships!!
Athletes who raised over $200:
Brett Jones, Patrick Murdock, Aaron Hudson, Dustin Parramore
Disney Tickets Winner: Dustin Parramore
Athletes who raised over $100:
Steven Miller, James Caldwell, Carol Cerar, Earnestina Brown, Tammy Schlier, Fran Carrozza, Valorie Sutton
Universal Tickets Winner: Steven Miller
Athletes who between $20-$99:
Ken Davis, Saloni Mann, Chris & Scott Johnson, Eduardo Penedo, Irma Melendez, James Caldwel III & Jr.,, Jimmy Riske,
Joanne Counelis, Michael Scrimenti, Shawne Bush, Tracy Barry, Rosalie Allen, Charbel El-khoury, Robert McCrum, Mike
Badders, Michael Martin, Richard Mendola, Pammy Scribner, Sam & Tim Hagan, Becky & Julie Wenzel, Lisa Ramos
Free Rounds of Bowling Winners: Saloni Mann, Irma Melendez, Mike Badders, Sam Hagan, Becky & Julie Wenzel, Joanne
Counelis, & Robert McCrum
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IMPORTANT INFORMATIONAL SWIM MEETING for parents, athletes, & families: Saturday, April 26, 2008
at Eastmonte Park from 9am-10am. We will have a meeting to discuss some changes for this upcoming season since our
swim team has grown so large. Please come to this meeting to share your opinion with us. If you cannot attend, please let
us know. We hope you join us this season. Questions: Nin El-khoury, 407-929-7254 or
Swimming@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
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Upcoming Sports
GOLF
Golf is scheduled to begin on Monday, April 7, 2008 at Sweetwater Country Club at 5:30pm. To join, please contact
Coach Sal LoPorto at 407-834-4380 or portoboss@netzero.com. Click Here for Schedule
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Shriners Circus Tickets
Tickets are going fast for the Shriners Circus at the UCF Arena on Saturday April 12 and Sunday April 13.
As of April 3, we had we had the following tickets left:
13 for Sat. 1:30pm 7 for Sun. 1:30pm 13 for Sun. 5:30pm.
For free tickets, please contact Debbie Taylor at 407-699-4776 or DTaylor@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
*Please note that tickets are reserved for SOSC athletes and their families
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2008 Bowl-A-Thon
Join us on Sunday, April 13, 2008 from 3-5pm for the 2008 Bowl-A-Thon.
Deadline to sign up is March 31, 2008. Late registrations are accepted until the day BEFORE the event, but we cannot
guarantee you a T-shirt.
Either, we would love to have you there! Don't miss out on the fun!
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Summer Sports Practice Schedules
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2008 Summer Sports County Games Were a Huge Success!
On Saturday, March 15, 2008, over 30 athletes enjoyed a perfect day of competition and fun at Lake Mary High School.
Athletes competed in Track, Cycling, Tennis, and Soccer.
A Big Thank you goes out to everyone who made this day
possible:
-Lake Mary High School- Principal, Mr. Karns, Asst. Principal, Mr.
Urichko, Doug Peters, Frank Schwartz, Girls Softball Team
-Lake Mary Vice Mayor
-Sanford Herald and Lake Mary Life
-Lions Club
-Matt Levy, SOFL
-All the great volunteers, coaches, and SOSC Management Team!
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2008 Summer Sports County Games
It's Back again & Bigger then Ever! Grab the family and come join in on a day of FUN!
WHEN: Saturday, March 15, 2008
WHERE: Lake Mary High School
TIME: 8:30-12pm
WHAT: Come out and cheer on our athletes as they compete in soccer skills, track and field, tennis, and cycling. We will have
special celebrity guests, FREE Lunch, open concession, and a dance after the awards ceremony. Join us- RAIN OR SHINE
QUESTIONS: Mindy Setzer, 321-276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSemionleCounty.org
Please Click Here for Information Flier
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Basketball Updates
END OF SEASON PARTY - IT'S TIME TO PARTY!!
WHEN: Saturday, March 1, 2008 from 1-4pm
WHERE: Merrill Park, 985 Merrill Park Dive, Altamonte Springs Fl 32714 (Locatied on Jamestown Rd between State Rd 434
and Montegomery)
WHAT: Sand Volleyball, Football, Music, Certificates and Medals for all the athletes!
BRING: Please bring a dish to share that will feed 15.
RSVP: The number attending and the dish you will be sharing to Mindy Setzer at
MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org or 321-276-6463.
Bring the family & come out for all the fun! Hope to see you all there!
SECTIONALS RESULTS
Congratulations to the All Stars (5 on 5) who placed 2nd, the Hawks (3 on 3) who placed 2nd, Tammy Schlier from Skills who
placed 4th ath the Sectionals Tournament on February 8-9 at Patrick Air Force Base. Way to Go!
NO MORE PRACTICES
Since we no longer have teams advancing, we will no longer have any practices this season. Our next season is scheduled to
begin in September 2008. Keep a look out in the newsletter for more information. We look forward to seeing each and
everyone of you back again next season! :-)
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Dedication of the Scott Underwood Sports Complex at Lake Mary High
In memory of past assistant principal Scott Underwood for his dedication to the
athletic program of Lake Mary High School.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008 beginning at 6:30pm
on the newly renovated softball & baseball fields.
The LMHS Varsity Softball Team will play South Lake HS following the dedication.
Admission is FREE to both events.
Lake Mary High School has supported Special Olympics tremendously in the past, so it would be wonderful if we could go out
there and support them. Hope to see you there!
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Good Luck at Sectionals
Congratulations to the Hawks and the All Stars as they travel to Patrick AirForce Base on February 8-9 for Sectionals!
Make Seminole County Proud and have fun!
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Tennis Fun Day- Tennis Clinic
Saturday January 19, 2008 from 10am-2:30pm at Tuscawilla County Club, 1500 Winter Springs Blvd, 32708
Tennis Clinic, exhibition with professional players, food, t-shirts, FREE!
To sign up: Contact Kevin Lajeunesse at 407-257-7730 or KLajeunesse@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
Or Click Here to Sign Up Click Here to Download Flier
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Publix Torch Sales
Publix is Special Olympics Florida's #1 Sponsor! Every year they donate thousands of dollars to our program. Please
help us continue to receive this support by selling "torches" at select Publix stores.
We will be selling torches every Saturday and Sunday in January from 10am-4pm. Publix Locations: Altamonte
(Jamestown and Palm Springs), Casselberry, Oveido, Winter Springs, Lake Mary.
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO HELP!
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"Summer Sports" Season Have Started
We invite all athletes to come out & participate this season! If you are interested in participating in any of these 6 sports,
please let us know so we have your Physical Form with us. We hope to see you there!
Contact: Mindy Setzer at 321-276-6463 or MSetzer@SpecialOlympicsSeminoleCounty.org
Westmonte Park, 624 Bills Lane, Altamonte Springs, Fl 32714
Bocce: Sundays from 1-3pm Tennis: Saturdays from 8-10am
Lake Mary High, 655 Longwood-Lake Mary Rd, Lake Mary, Fl 32765
Cycling, Track, Volleyball, Soccer: Saturdays 8-10am
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New Year's Eve Party at Nin's House
A small group of athletes and parents will be bringing in the New Year at Nin’s house on Monday December 31 from
8pm--??? Nin will be out of the country from Dec. 18-30 so Doreen Scribner will handle the RSVP’s. Please call/email
Doreen to get directions, sign up to bring snacks, and for any more information. 407-927-9596 or neilscribner@earthlink.
net
THIS IS NOT A SANCTIONED SPECIAL OLYMPICS EVENT!!!
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Special Olympics Night at Orlando Magic Game
Come out and celebrate Special Olympics Florida Night at the Orlando Magic Basketball Game on Friday December 21,
2007. Catch the Altamonte Sparklers performing at the pre-game show. For tickets, visit the Special Olympics Tent on
the night of the game. For tickets for large parties, contact Mathew Levy at 352.243.9536 X515.
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Friendly's FUN Day
On Wednesday December 19, 2007 from 4:30-8pm, Friendly’s restaurant in Altamonte will be having “Special Olympics
Night”. 10% of all their sales on that evening will be donated back to us! Thank you Sandra Ross from Lyman High
School for putting this all together. Please come out and help support SOSC!! Click Here for Flier. Print it out and pass it
out! **Athletes get a FREE sundae with a purchase of any menu item!
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