On September 8th, 2011, the FSJ Association for Community Living is hosting their Red Carpet Awards Gala. This evening to celebrate the successes of adults with developmental disabilities. The night is run similar to the Oscars and is a fancy, uplifting, amazing event. The evening starts off with live music and memberships (only $10 a year for a membership with the FSJACL). This year the Gothard Band will be entertaining with a live music show, then there will be a short AGM and onto the awards. There are four special awards that are given out yearly: the Gayle Flavelle Memorial Award to recognize an individual for outstanding achievements in supported employment, the Jean Mensink Volunteer Award to recognize an individual for their volunteer work in our organization, the Self-Advocate Award to recognize achievements and successes of an individual that go above and beyond and the Community Support Award to recognize a business for their support of our organization. Mayor Bruce Lantz and Brent Hodson will be presenting the awards. The Gala is being held at the Lido Theatre and the doors are open at 5:30 pm. For more info call 250-787-9262
The Association for Community Living Awards Gala Red Carpet
Written by Northern Groove
