ADA 18th Anniversary Celebrations
In honor of the ADA and our nation’s Second Independence Day there will be celebrations across the state during the week of July 21st.
Below is a sampling of those events. Tto the right is a photo of Justice Dart with the first President Bush for the ADA signing, click the photo to enlarge.
Paris, Tennessee
ADA Celebration - Hosted by the TARP Center for Independent Living
Where: Memorial Park on Volunteer Drive
When: Friday, July 25th
Time: 5pm to dark
About the event: Live music by The Tommy Akers Band, motorcycle show, silent auction, games, door prizes and more.
For more information: call 731-644-0026
Knoxville, Tennessee
Spirit of the ADA Awards Celebration - Hosted by the disABILITY Resource Center
Where: Crowne Plaza
When: Friday, July 25th
Time: 7 to 9pm
About the event: Dinner, award celebration, entertainment, silent auction. Tickets cost $25.
For more information: call Kathi Hollander at 865-637-3666 or TTY 865-637-6796
Memphis, Tennessee
ADA Celebration - Hosted by the Memphis Center for Independent Living
Where: Court Square Park, 9 North Second
When: Friday, July 25th
Time: 10am to noon
About the event: Great speakers, chance to record an audio tape of why the ADA is important to you and enjoy free lunch and fellowship. Please RSVP by calling Renee at 901-726-6404
For more information: email Randy Alexander at randy@mcil.org
Memphis, Tennessee
Evening with the Redbirds, ADA Celebration - Hosted by The Arc of the Mid South
Where: AutoZone Park
When: Saturday, July 26th
Time: 6:05pm
About the event: Ballgame, fun, and fellowship. $10 Voucher required, it is redeemable for tickets at AutoZone Park Box Office.
For more information: call Elena or Ndi at 901-327-2473
Nashville, Tennessee
ADA Celebration - Hosted by the Center for Independent Living of Middle Tennessee
Where: Fort Negley (click for location)
When: Saturday, July 26th
Time: 10am to 2pm
About the event: Theme is “Fighting for Freedom.” This is a come and go as you please event, with refreshments and fellowship for all.
Clarksville, Tennessee
ADA Celebration - Hosted by Wheel Me On
Where: McGregor Park on the Cumberland River, 640 North Riverside Drive
When: Saturday, July 26th
Time: 10am to 2pm
About the event: Registration Required. Event will include refreshments, gifts, educational materials, supplies, fellowship and more.
To Register: send a note with your full name and contact information to events@wheelmeon.org with “Registering for ADA Event” in the subject line. You will receive a registration number by e-mail to gain admittance to the event.
Jackson, Tennessee
ADA Celebration - Hosted by the Jackson Center for Independent Living
Where: JCIL Office at 1981 Hollywood Drive
When: Saturday, July 26th
Time: 10am to 2pm
About the event: BBQ and Fun for all. Meet legendary drummer WS Holland; see the new accessible BOSS HOSS Advantage Tricycle; meet Chuck Byrd, inventor of an adaptable fishing pole and more.
For more information: call 731-668-2211
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