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Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Workshop of March 16, 2022.
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QUORUM: In Person Quorum was not reached - Conducted as Workshop.
Workshop commenced: 10:05 am
Coral Gables Family Literacy Festival (CGFLF)
Mr. Samuel Joseph - School Community Relations Committee
Mr. Joseph addressed Board regarding update regarding upcoming Coral Gables Family Literacy Festival which will be taking place on Saturday, May 28, 2022, from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Mr. Joseph stated that since this is a City of Coral Gables event, the planning and preparation is being conducted by the City’s Community Recreation Department.
Mr. Joseph advised concerns which were brought to the attention after last year’s event such as parking and having enough diversity of books for younger adults. Mr. Joseph advised there will be more books available for young adults and programing as well. Mr. Joseph stated that one of the new things during this year’s event is that there will be children participating as vendors, selling, and trading books. Mr. Joseph also advised there will be an international village area where the children participating can conduct performances such as dances from where they are from.
Mr. Joseph stated Cristy’s House will be participating during this year’s event. Mr. Joseph advised there will also be videos available where parents can view and then can discuss its contents with professionals available on site.
Ms. Elejabarrieta stated Ms. Dietz advised via zoom chat that the 24th Annual Family Café Event is being held during same weekend and may impact on the availability of some disability nonprofits. Mr. Joseph stated he would be advising Community Recreation of this information.
Ms. Liebl addressed board regarding video (documentary) provided by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) called “Resilience” and its important role as a resource.
Mr. Joseph stated he will also be speaking with the school district as well as other entities regarding even...
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