Johnson City Memorial Park Community Center To Host Holiday Party For Special Needs Individuals On December 16

Johnson City TN

02 December, 2021

2:46 AM

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Press release from Johnson City Parks & Recreation: November 30, 2021 Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert St., will host a free holiday party for individuals with special needs on Thursday, Dec. 16 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. All ages are welcome. Participants will have the opportunity to decorate Christmas cookies, make a holiday craft, watch a movie and enjoy light snacks. Caregivers are welcome to attend, as no personal care will be provided. The holiday party is part of a concerted effort by Parks and Recreation to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities through programming. MPCC staff member Rachel Malone is a certified therapeutic recreation specialist and former president of the Therapeutic Recreation Student Association at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She currently is leading a series of therapeutic classes and programs. Preregistration is required by Dec. 13 in person at MPCC or by calling 423-434-5749. This press release was produced by Johnson City Parks & Recreation. The views expressed here are the author's own.