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3 days ago

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We feel it is time to share a #firstlook with you, friends! Meet Marta, one style of the tiny homes we will build for our Neighbors living at HOLLAND. We think she is pretty gorgeous ourselves, and just perfect for our community. Each tiny home will sit on a foundation, has its own A/C system, full bathroom, limited appliances and will have a small porch area for entertaining/sunset watching and watering plants. 💙💛 Tell us you don’t want one for yourself! We are taking off, full throttle, in our search for the perfect land. Ask us any questions! Interested in sponsoring some or all of the cost of a tiny home? Shoot us a PM and let’s discuss how you can serve this community.Side note: we are very aware a ladder is not the safest option for ALL people. There will be several models to choose from. ... See MoreSee Less

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Very proud of Heidi, and the stand she is taking to fight against discrimination. #westandwithheidiEarlier this year we supported a campaign run by Heidi Crowter, a young woman with Down syndrome, who was embarking on the David-and-Goliath challenge to overturn current UK law which allows the termination of children with Down syndrome up until the point of birth.At Wouldn’t Change a Thing we broke a long standing commitment to not take positions on anything related to termination. We did this because we recognised the distinction that this situation was actually about something bigger than that single issue. This was about overt discrimination, equity in society and the overall impact on the lived experience of people of all ages with Down syndrome and how these things are impacted by having such a draconian, institutional vote of no-confidence towards their very existence.We stand by that position, and are extremely disappointed to hear the news today that the case was lost and the status-quo will prevail for now.That notion - of the status-quo - always feels like an important factor in these situations. What is (or isn’t) “right” often seems secondary to the powerful forces to avoid change. The vested interests of many powerful people and institutions on these complex issues will always play a part in making it an enormous undertaking for mere mortals like you, me or Heidi to change their course.I often find it useful to remove the influence of the status-quo by imagining things in reverse. What if the current position, for example, was total equity in society for people with Down syndrome and the proposal today was to change the law in favour of allowing termination up until birth? Would that proposal pass without scrutiny? Would it gel with our modern values and understanding of human rights? Would any government - of any political persuasion - stand up to advocate such a motion in 2021? I seriously doubt it.Of course, the story of David and Goliath is an ancient one. Today, the real Goliaths of this world require more than one shot with your sling. However.... something tells me that the tenacious, energetic Heidi Crowter has many more stones in her bag.Jamie McCallum, Chairman, Wouldn’t Change a Thing.#ImWithHeidi #ImWithAidan #DownSyndrome #WouldntChangeAThing ... See MoreSee Less

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We would like to encourage self-advocates, parents, caregivers and anyone else with a bond to the disabilities community to attend next week's Zoom Meeting with The Center for Independent Living, Orlando. The Center is hosting this meeting on behalf of the Florida Independent Living Council. FILC is soliciting feedback from individuals with disabilities in Florida on the State Independent Living Plan (SPIL)During this Public Meeting FILC will go over the current SPIL and the progress that has been made. They will also want input on what should be included in the next SPIL.Please attend and share all of your concerns about independent living services. tinyurl.com/wcted27s ... See MoreSee Less
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Hey, hey! It’s Tuesday night… remember to 🛑 what you’re doing at 7:00 pm and say a prayer for team DESTINATION HOLLAND, the members of OCB and the community we serve. Drop us a line and tell us how we can pray for you, too! ... See MoreSee Less

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It’s GRATITUDE DAY! The team at Our City Beautiful is grateful, thankful and blessed to have a growing community, which includes YOU! Together, we will make great things happen! 🌎💛💙 ... See MoreSee Less

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We feel it is time to share a #firstlook with you, We feel it is time to share a #firstlook with you, friends! Meet Marta, one style of the tiny homes we will build for our Neighbors, living at HOLLAND. We think she is pretty gorgeous ourselves, and just perfect for our community. Each tiny home will sit on a foundation, has its own A/C system, full bathroom, limited appliances and will have a small porch area for entertaining/sunset watching and watering plants. 💙💛 The team at Our City Beautiful and our sister company @hollandtinyhomes will be building each tiny home ourselves. All our blood, sweat, and tears will be the foundations of these homes. We are all in! Tell us you don’t want one for yourself! We are taking off, full throttle, in our search for the perfect land. Ask us any questions! Interested in sponsoring some or all of the cost of a tiny home? Shoot us a PM and let’s discuss how you can serve this community.
Hey, hey! It’s Tuesday night… remember to 🛑 Hey, hey! It’s Tuesday night… remember to 🛑 what you’re doing at 7:00 pm and say a prayer for team DESTINATION HOLLAND, the members of OCB and the community we serve. Drop us a line and tell us how we can pray for you, too!
It’s GRATITUDE DAY! The team at Our City Beautif It’s GRATITUDE DAY! The team at Our City Beautiful is grateful, thankful and blessed to have a growing community, which includes YOU! Together, we will make great things happen! 🌎💛💙
Friends, OCB is in need of YOUR help! The upcoming Friends, OCB is in need of YOUR help! The upcoming #downwithheART pop up gala is just 6 months away. Would you send us a postcard from where ever in the 🌎 you are? This year’s theme is TRAVEL THE WORLD, and we want to share with our neighbors, just how perfectly the disabilities community reaches across every corner! Our City Beautiful / PO Box 470743 Lake Monroe, FL 32747 We appreciate you!!
•MEET THE TEAM- YVONNE ILASI• As a Mother of •MEET THE TEAM- YVONNE ILASI• As a Mother of 2 children, one autistic and one gifted, I am a strong supporter of inclusive education. It is an honor to currently serve as a board member at my daughter’s school. As of present, I am serving on the ESE Parent Input Committee and in the past, a member of the Student Advisory Council (SAC) and Parent Teacher Association (PTS) at my children’s school. My qualifications are not from formal training, but are from life experiences, I have attended conferences, seminars, presentations, workshops, trainings and classes to help further my knowledge and skills to be a strong advocate for my children’s unique needs. As a modern mother and wife, I have adopted the life sills of the educator, doctor, and therapist for my children. I am a graduate of Partners in Policymaking, a leadership and advocacy training program to make positive changes for people with disabilities in how they work, live and are educated. It is also where I met Hope, which inspired me to be involved with Our City Beautiful.
Pumpkin season is among us, and we can’t wait to Pumpkin season is among us, and we can’t wait to see you at #thepumpKINDpatch soon. Keep two dates in mind: 10/9-Farmer’s market & opening day and 10/30- Costume party with Mr. Richard! . A quick thank you to our sponsors: @wigintonfiresprinklers @grovesyellowdoorrealty & @ladies327 . There is still time to become a sponsor for this wonderful community event. Just send us a DM for details! Sponsorships close 9/29. 💙💛
A few months ago we met with @t21project for a pho A few months ago we met with @t21project for a photo shoot. Here is a sneak peek at some of the photos she grabbed while we waited. 💕
••EXCITING NEWS!!•• we are only 6 months a ••EXCITING NEWS!!•• we are only 6 months away from the 3rd annual down with heART- pop up art gala. Since it’s first year, the number of artist showing and guests in attendance has more than doubled, which is a wonderful problem to have!! Make note of our new location and extended hours to accommodate the beautiful work on display and more opportunity to see in person. . If you are an artist with a <dis>ABILITY or diagnosis, We would LOVE to showcase your work. Send us a DM for details! We also can not wait to hear from returning artists, soon! 🎨🖼
Join me tonight for Breathe, the women’s ministr Join me tonight for Breathe, the women’s ministry get together at Crossings Community Church. It’ll be a fun night swapping clothes, accessories, fellowship and more!
<MEANINGFUL WAYS TO BE INVOLVED> Our partnership <MEANINGFUL WAYS TO BE INVOLVED> Our partnership with @crossingsfl is blossoming and we are thankful for the opportunity to serve our community alongside them. . •Be like me. Serve like me•
Today, we remember, September 11, 2001- a day we w Today, we remember, September 11, 2001- a day we won’t soon forget. 🇺🇸 . . Art by @vichys_art - a 12 year old from Tampa Bay, Florida and #downwithheART featured artist.
Earlier this week, @ourcitybeautiful and @ladies32 Earlier this week, @ourcitybeautiful and @ladies327 came together for a night of fun! We hope you’ll be able to join us in the Spring when we have another night out!
Thanks to some awesome supporters like YOU, we wil Thanks to some awesome supporters like YOU, we will be receiving a generous donation from #Amazon this month. Choosing Our City Beautiful as your supported charity with #AmazonSmile is an easy way to do your everyday shopping and supporting us, all with a simple click! Just head to smile.Amazon.com to get started. 💛💙
DESTINATION HOLLAND {Prayer Team} DESTINATION HOLLAND {Prayer Team}
Happy Labor Day, to the heroes who keep our countr Happy Labor Day, to the heroes who keep our country in movement. We appreciate you!
The first Tuesday night prayer for team #DESTINATI The first Tuesday night prayer for team #DESTINATIONHOLLAND is in TWO days!! Don’t forget to pray for/with us on Tuesday nights at 7:00 pm. Want to join the prayer newsletter? Sign up link is in our bio. 🤲
This morning we had the privilege of joining @auti This morning we had the privilege of joining @autismsocietyofgreaterorlando in their annual walk! It is a joy to join in with like-minded organizations and their advocacy efforts! Together, we can accomplish much more!
•Meet the Team• Betzaida Martinez is a Puerto •Meet the Team• Betzaida Martinez is a Puerto Rico native who moved to the U.S. at age 8. As she grew, the paths she chose in life were always decided on the basis of helping people. In 2013 Betzaida began working with her current employer in their accounting department, but kept her eyes on the H.R. and payroll department knowing that would be her best opportunity to help the people within her company. In 2014, a short year later, Betzaida’s goal was realized and she became the payroll manager for the entire company. This positioned her to be in contact with all employees, and gave her the opportunity to share her positive attitude and fun-loving approach to her job with everyone. Betzaida’s natural drive to help others and spread positivity is exactly what led her to Our City Beautiful. Believing in the dream and vision laid out by her dear friend, Hope, she knew right away the organization’s goals were a cause she needed to be a part of. Betzaida has expressed deep gratitude for this opportunity to spread her compassion and kindness through Our City Beautiful, and Our City Beautiful is grateful for her as well. Betzaida has been married to her wonderful husband, Marcus since 2020. She is a wonderful Titi to her nieces and nephews, some of which have been diagnosed with Selective Mutism and Autism.
I’ve never had a reason to write down thoughts a I’ve never had a reason to write down thoughts and prepare for a talk or speech. This is a first for me (Hope) and I am nervous! 😱I’m thrilled to be sharing a bit about my family, how GOD has touched our lives and what started the path to OCB’s HOLLAND project. Join me on the 13th at my home church of @crossingsfl
Come out and join Our City Beautiful and @ladies32 Come out and join Our City Beautiful and @ladies327 , (both 501c3 non profit organizations)for an evening of painting at the Winey Wench located at 200 Towne Center Blvd., Sanford, FL Class is from 6pm to 8:30pm and cost is $30.00. Link to purchase tickets- https://www.ladies327.org/event-details/diy-sip-paint A portion of the event will be donated back to both non profit's as this is a fundraising event for both organizations. Picture of what we will be painting will be posted in the comments. Step-by-Step instructions while your instructor paints with you. Your ticket includes all of the supplies that you will need to complete your painting. They provide the brushes, paint, easel, apron, instruction, and a 16 x 20 stretched canvas. The Winey Wench is a fun café-style gift shop/art instruction class. One half of the shop features a huge selection of the products they sell and a store full of unique pieces of art, wine accessories, and trinkets. The back half features our wild painting class. You will have a blast as we walk you through the picture of the day step by step until you yourself have painted a masterpiece. With a little libation everyone can paint a masterpiece! There is no experience needed!! The classes are two and a half hours with plenty of cheer breaks to “drink up” while you are painting. We also give out samples of some of our unique and flavorful products from all over the world. No outside drinks are allowed to be brought in. Link in Bio to purchase tickets!
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