Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Friday, July 23, 2010
All seats taken for Bob movie
The response for tickets to see "His Name Is Bob" has been overwhelming...all 350 seats are reserved and we have a wait list for over 50 more. Thank you everyone for your interest and support!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
"Burgers and Bob with The Stewpot" at Studio Movie Grill on July 27
You are invited to enjoy a night of
"Burgers and Bob with The Stewpot"
at the Studio Movie Grill
"Burgers and Bob with The Stewpot"
at the Studio Movie Grill
Stewpot friends & advocates are invited to attend
a free private screening of the film His Name is Bob by Filmmakers Lisa Johnson, J. Sebastian Lee and Heather Lee
Join us Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at Studio Movie Grill at Royal Central
Doors open at 6:30 pm, Film begins at 7:00 pm - $2 off Burgers & Draft Beer! Stewpot Door Prizes!
Doors open at 6:30 pm, Film begins at 7:00 pm - $2 off Burgers & Draft Beer! Stewpot Door Prizes!
by Thursday, July 22nd: include your name and the number of seats you would like reserved.
The filmmakers spent six years discovering Bob's amazing life story, revealing in the process, the sometimes shameless manner in which we treat our homeless citizens and also celebrating the community which became Bob's family. Filmmaker Lee says "Bob is one of the most well-known and polarizing personalities in town, often called the most famous wandering person in east Dallas. The myths and legends surrounding him are numerous - tales of a mother who hit him over the head with a frying pan, of a childhood spent in a mental institution, of a missing $86 million inheritance. What is undeniable is that Bob is a 57-year old man who has spent his life defying the odds. He has been betrayed, abandoned, beaten and abused, lived for years on the streets, yet though all of this, Bob refused to live in fear".
The filmmakers spent six years discovering Bob's amazing life story, revealing in the process, the sometimes shameless manner in which we treat our homeless citizens and also celebrating the community which became Bob's family. Filmmaker Lee says "Bob is one of the most well-known and polarizing personalities in town, often called the most famous wandering person in east Dallas. The myths and legends surrounding him are numerous - tales of a mother who hit him over the head with a frying pan, of a childhood spent in a mental institution, of a missing $86 million inheritance. What is undeniable is that Bob is a 57-year old man who has spent his life defying the odds. He has been betrayed, abandoned, beaten and abused, lived for years on the streets, yet though all of this, Bob refused to live in fear".
*There will be a Question & Answer Session with the filmmakers and
Rev. Bruce Buchanan, Executive Director of The Stewpot, following the film.
Previously this movie has sold out at the Angelika Theatre during the
40th USA Film Festival. Information can be seen at www.hisnameisbob.com.
This film is suitable for youth 12 years of age and older. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Mental Health Day at The Stewpot
On Wednesday, July 14th at 2:00p.m. The Stewpot caseworkers will be sponsoring another Mental Health Day for homeless and at-risk men and women. A relaxed, healthy environment will be provided at The Stewpot for meeting with participating agencies who will be on hand to initiate the intake process, make a direct connection with clients and initiate relationships with persons in need of their services. The goal of this event is to reach out to homeless and at-risk men and women in need of mental health services and help break down obstacles that stand in the way of treatment and recovery.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Community Court for homeless held at The Stewpot
175 homeless participants came ready to work off Class C misdeamanor violations by performing community service work offered through a City of Dallas Community Court for the homeless held at the Stewpot on Saturday, June 26. Community service organizations provided counseling and volunteer work opportunities to satisfy conditions of the alternative sentencing program imposed as a result of a guilty plea.
One of the most critical issues facing many in the homeless community is the need to resolve legal problems. A criminal record can prevent individuals from getting employment or qualifying for housing. To meet this need, the Dallas Municipal Courts, the Dallas City Attorney’s office, and private attorneys in collaboration with The Stewpot provide complete Class C misdemeanor case resolution (other than thefts and assaults) with periodic Community Court opportunities.
One of the most critical issues facing many in the homeless community is the need to resolve legal problems. A criminal record can prevent individuals from getting employment or qualifying for housing. To meet this need, the Dallas Municipal Courts, the Dallas City Attorney’s office, and private attorneys in collaboration with The Stewpot provide complete Class C misdemeanor case resolution (other than thefts and assaults) with periodic Community Court opportunities.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Fort Worth’s Directions Home Plan and Permanent Supportive Housing
The City of Fort Worth released a report on the success of their Directions Home Plan. The Impact Of Permanent Supportive Housing On Fort Worth Neighborhoods report indicates Fort Worth has had positive outcomes with their program and a positive effect on neighborhoods where permanent supportive housing is located, concluding that the presence of permanent supportive housing neither detracts from nor flat lines the growth in value of parcels in closest proximity.
Read the report
Read the report
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