PLANT THE BLOOM: Evangelism, Service & Enlightenment for people with special needs
Every year, Wheat (MILAL) Mission Society in Vancouver reach out to the Vancouver community and widens the world of its participants by hosting various annual events. The characteristic and purpose of each event are different, filling the whole year with fun and valuable experience.
ANNUAL EVENTS
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In January
THE NIGHT OF MILALER
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In February
WINTER WONDERLAND CAMP
This is a great opportunity for participants to gain new experience and to further develop their snowboard/ski/snowshoeing skills as well as create memorable memories with their friends. The camp creates a healthy outlet for anyone who loves snow!
In March
THE 'WITH YOU' BENEFIT CONCERT
The semi-classical concert, 'Walking Hand in Hand WITH YOU' presents a unique theme each year, captivating the audience with appealing and intriguing music. The concert features diverse groups of professional musicians and artists.
In May
GLOBALLY ONE RUN FESTIVAL
A.K.A "GO RUN FEST"
Through the Run, Fair and other means of interactions, G.O. Run promotes an inclusive community, extending the values of cultural mosaic. Eroding language and cultural barriers, G.O. Run foresees a healthy and cohesive community where diverse individuals are bridged together, leaving a heritage for our future generations to come. For more info, visit www.gorunfest.com.
In June
MILAL FAMILY MINI OLYMPICS
Playing different activities and games with friends and family, participants truly enjoy a day of fun, food and lots of prizes.
In July
CAMP AGAPE & CAMP TELEIOS
Late June or early July of every year, the Milal Mission branches located in Vancouver, Seattle, Northern California, and Southern California come together for Camp AGAPE. Camp AGAPE gives individuals with disabilities a chance to make wonderful memories throughout 2 nights and 3 days with their 1:1 aides.
Camp TELEIOS, which is an extension of Camp AGAPE, is held specially for the Vancouver branch. Visiting Disneyland, Universal Studio, Sea World and etc., participants see the greater world and build exciting and meaningful memories.
In August
MILAL ARTS FESTIVAL
Milal Arts Festival began with the help of students from Emily Carr. Visiting beautiful parks in the Greater Vancouver, participants draw and paint their view of the world.
In November
THE NIGHT OF MILAL
It is an annual concert held globally since the establishment of the Wheat Mission in 1979. It showcases talented performers and inspirational speakers (such as Nick Vujicic, Lena Maria, So Hyang) who have not just overcome but learned to embrace the challenges of living with disabilities.
The <Vancouver Night of Milal> was first held in 2000; since then it has been held every autumn, sharing meaningful testimonies and performances with the Vancouver community.
In December
WINTER FORMAL
Being one of the most anticipated events of the year, the participants of Milal enjoy the once-in-a-year dance party. Winter Formal allows the individuals with special needs to experience a "prom night."