Ovarian Cancer Lecture
Wednesday, June 20
10 a.m.
University Community Hospital offers a lecture on the symptoms, detection and treatment of ovarian cancer. The presentation is free and takes place at Health Source at University Mall on Fowler Avenue. Call 813-615-7300.
Senior Stress Workshop
Friday, June 22
noon-1 p.m.
Sun Coast hospital offers seniors strategies for alleviating and coping with life's s stress. This free interactive lecture provides helpful tips to seniors on dealing with old age and major life changes. The Sun Coast Hospital is at 2025 Indian Rocks Road, Largo. Call 727-587-7642.
Water Wise Workshop
Saturday, June 23
9:30 a.m.-noon
The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences conducts classes on water conservation during the dry summer months. Workshops are free, however attendees have the option of purchasing a micro-irrigation kit for $10 and/or a rain barrel for $15. Classes are limited to 30 households, so registration is required. Call 813-275-7260.
Dalmatians in the Park
Sunday, June 24
noon-5 p.m.
Dalmatian Rescue of South Florida is having a picnic to raise money and supplies for abandoned animals. The fundraiser includes food, live entertainment and a doggy treasure hunt. Takes place at Lake Park, 17302 N. Dale Mabry, Lutz. Cost is $6 per person and donations of the following items are encouraged: blankets, sheets and dog-care cleaning products. Reserve by June 20. Call 813-926-5430.
Volunteer at Hospice Thrift Shop
The Hospice of Florida Suncoast is seeking volunteers to help run The Hospice Thrift Shops in Pinellas County. The locations include 1478 S. Belcher Road in Clearwater, 6302 66th St. N. in Pinellas Park and 780 S. Pinellas Ave. in Tarpon Springs. Call 727-586-4432.
Special Friends Needed
The Permanency Support Program seeks male and female volunteers 30 and older to match with abused and neglected children between the ages of 3 and 11. The purpose of the program is to build children's trust and to provide emotional support through social interaction with caring adults. Call 727-538-7460
Free Counseling for Rape Survivors Family Service Centers provide free counseling to rape survivors and their family and friends, as well as victims of sexual harassment. All services are confidential and available to anyone in Pinellas County. Call 727-535-9811 or 727-530-7273.
Anger Management Workshop Marriage and Family Center, a nonprofit organization, is sponsoring a free two-part workshop focusing on anger management. Attendees learn to identify the warning signs and stages of anger and get helpful ideas about managing anger more effectively. Held at the Palm Harbor Public Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor, FL 34683. Call 727-726-9408.
Learn More About the
Juvenile Welfare Board
The Juvenile Welfare Board needs citizens throughout Pinellas County to provide input to the Board and address needs in their communities. JWB is also heading up efforts to mobilize Pinellas County in Helping Children and Youth Succeed. To learn how to become a community partner, call 727-547-5662 or 727-547-5638.
—Compiled by Adam Reeder
