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Do you have Jif Peanut Butter in your pantry? If so, check the lot code to see if it is being recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination. If your Jif is part of the recall, you should dispose of it immediately.
CDC: Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Peanut Butter
www.cdc.gov
Get the most up-to-date outbreak information here.Join us for Dog and Bear's Birthday Bash on Saturday, June 11 at the Kinzer Family Farm in Yale.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Macomb Autism Connect is hosting a private movie screening of Lightyear on June 18 at MJR Partridge Creek in Clinton Township for people affected by autism and their immediate families and caregivers.“ Buzz lightyear”  is back! Join us for a private movie showing! Questions? See flyer to respond!
Join us for Improv Classes beginning June 9th at the DNEM Fort Gratiot Office!
Improvisation is a form of theatre where participants learn to have fun with unexpected situations. Improv can help develop imagination and spontaneity, and improve communication and social skills. There is no charge to participate and no experience is necessary.
Improv classes will be held the second Tuesday of each month from 3:00 to 4:00 pm at DNEM’s Fort Gratiot office (4351 24th Ave., Suite 1, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059).
Registration is required. Call Nick Watson at (810) 987-9337, ext. 7708 to sign up!
Please contact DNEM with accommodation requests.
DNEM’s REC-IT is beginning Cooking Classes on June 1, 2022!
Join us at our Fort Gratiot Office for small-group cooking classes on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. Explore new recipes, cooking methods and adaptive tools in a fun, supportive environment. All supplies are included. All levels of experience and ability are welcome. Each class is limited to 5 participants. There is no charge to participate.
Registration is required. Call Nick Watson at (810) 987-9337, ext. 7708 to sign up. Please contact DNEM with accommodation requests.
It’s Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! In a world where the Internet plays such a big part in our day-to-day lives, equal access has never been more important! Learn more at youtu.be/6-jc9n6nfBo.
We are proud to help make the web more inclusive for everyone. Check out the accessibility adjustments available on our website at www.dnemichigan.org.
#GAAD #GAAD2022 #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay2022 #BeAccessible #SpreadDigitalAccessibilty
Kudos! This is a great community service. Check out the links in the article for information about how to apply so your child may be considered for next year's program.
Beaumont Health gives free adaptive bikes to Michigan children with disabilities
www.clickondetroit.com
Every year on Beaumont Bike Day, the health facility offers free adaptive bikes to about a hundred kids with disabilities.
Inclusive Art --- Join us at our Troy office for in-person art classes on the second and fourth Thursday of the month from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. Learn new artistic skills using a variety of mediums, such as acrylic paint, oil pastels, watercolor, and mixed media. All levels of experience and ability are welcome. The class is limited to 10 participants. In order to promote inclusion for all, we request a maximum of 4 individuals from any one agency.
Register online at ww.tinyurl.com/DNEMart or by contacting Carrie Gerdeman at CGerdeman@DNEMichigan.org or 586-268-4160, extension 6627.
Please contact DNEM with accommodation requests.
Michigan indoor amusement park debuts wheelchair accessible go-karts
Michigan indoor amusement park debuts wheelchair accessible go-karts
www.mlive.com
Designed with a unique, hand operated steering wheel system, the "Handicapable" go karts are able to reach speeds of up to 55 mph.This is awesome!!!
Awesome!!!
Do you wish you had someone to talk to who understood the challenges of living with a disability? If yes, join our next Virtual Peer Support Group on Tuesday, May 24th, from 12:00 to 1:00 pm on Zoom. Registration is required. Register online at tinyurl.com/PeerSupportZoom
For more information, contact Melissa Machac at 586-268-4160, extension 6626, or MMachac@DNEMichigan.org. If emailing, please put "Peer Support" in the subject line.
Please contact DNEM with accommodation requests.
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