DATE: July 25, 2014
MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills
PHONE: 954-357-8115
EMAIL: MMills@Broward.org
WHAT: BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. - The Broward County Parks and Recreation Division’s Special Populations Section continues its schedule of Teen Socials for 2014. These free events are for middle and high school students, ages 13 to 21, with developmental disabilities. Preregistration is required by at least seven days before the event. Each social features deejay music, dancing, socializing, refreshments, and fun. Note: Direct supervision of participants is not provided.
The next event will be from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, August 15, at Sunrise Civic Center, with a "Back-to-School Dance" theme. The program is co-sponsored by the City of Sunrise Leisure Services Department, in partnership with the Broward Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization.
The final event, also from 7 to 9:30 p.m., will be on November 14 (Tree Tops Park), with a "Western Hoedown" theme. Again, participants are encouraged to dress in accordance with the theme.
WHERE: Grand Ballroom
Sunrise Civic Center
10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise
954-747-4600
WHEN: Friday, August 15, 7-9:30 p.m.
WHO: For middle and high school students, ages 13 to 21, with developmental disabilities.
HOW: Free. Preregistration is required at least seven days prior to the event.
For further information, call the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170, or email SpecialPopulations@Broward.org.
Recreation. Preservation. Education.
Founded in February 1956 and accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies, Broward County Parks and Recreation Division manages almost 6,500 acres, encompassing nearly 50 regional parks and nature centers, neighborhood parks, and natural areas at various stages of development. Facilities include water parks, campgrounds, a target range, a stadium, a skate park, an observatory, mountain bike trails, an educational farm with stables, and a velodrome and other sports facilities. Hours and fees vary by location. For more information, visit Broward.org/Parks.
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in programs, services, and activities must contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170 or TTY 954-537-2844 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event.
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