Attend Events in March Celebrating DD Awareness!

Disability is Diversity Week at UNC Asheville
Feb. 25 – March 2
Office of Academic Accessibility, 005 Ramsey Library, CPO# 1575, One University Heights, Asheville
A weeklong series of cultural and educational events that are all free and open to the general public.
Here is a link to the schedule of events: https://oaa.unca.edu/disability-diversity-week

Miracles in Motion Accessible 5K, sponsored by ACCESS of Wilmington
March 2, 9 a.m.
Miracle Field of Wilmington, 5510 Olsen Park Lane, Wilmington
The Miracles in Motion Run, Walk, or Roll is the original universally accessible 5K and 1-Mile Race in the Cape Fear Region for all participants, with and without disabilities, to experience a race day filled with joy, celebration, and inclusion! Proceeds from the 6th Annual Miracles in Motion Run, Walk, or Roll will benefit ACCESS of Wilmington operators of The Miracle League of Wilmington, Project SOAR, and ACCESS Fit. Register at: https://its-go-time.com/miracles-in-motion/

"intelligent lives" screening, offered by Intelligent Lives and The Arc of NC
March 12, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., tickets at https://gathr.us/screening/24042
March 13, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., tickets at: https://gathr.us/screening/28190
Biltmore Grande Stadium 15 & RPX, 292 Thetford Street, Asheville
INTELLIGENT LIVES stars three pioneering young American adults with intellectual disabilities – Micah, Naieer, and Naomie – who challenge perceptions of intelligence as they navigate high school, college, and the workforce. Academy Award-winning actor and narrator Chris Cooper contextualizes the lives of these central characters through the emotional personal story of his son Jesse, as the film unpacks the shameful and ongoing track record of intelligence testing in the U.S.

Disaster, Displacement and Disability Forum, presented by Disability Rights of NC
March 16, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Harrison Center at Christ Church, 311 Middle St., New Bern
A community forum on the Hurricane Florence disaster response and recovery efforts with a specific focus on disability.
We want to hear from people with disabilities and other disability advocates about the lack of adequate services and supports in shelters and in the community during and after the hurricane and challenges you may be facing today as a result of the storm. Tickets for the March 16 event may be reserved at https://dddforum.eventbrite.com

Sibshops, offered by Easter Seals UCP and Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation
March 16, 3 to 5:30 p.m.
Hargraves Community Center, 216 N. Roberson St., Chapel Hill
Sibshops give brothers & sisters of kids with special needs an opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed, recreational setting. It gives siblings the chance to explore their feelings in creative, light and fun ways. The program uses activities that bring difficult issues to the forefront and lets young people talk about is usually not talked about. For details and registration, call (800) 662-7119.

Down Syndrome Advocacy Day, Triangle Down Syndrome Network
March 19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
North Carolina General Assembly, 16 West Jones Street, 1200 Court, Raleigh
It is up to advocates in the Down syndrome community to help legislators be better prepared to represent our interests when crafting legislation. Down Syndrome Advocacy Day is a perfect opportunity to share your knowledge about Down syndrome with elected officials in the state capital.
Register at: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eg20lkyj3615cb11&oseq=&c=&ch=

Gateway Gallery Presents: CULTURAL EXPRESSIONS
March 22, 5 to 7 p.m.
Gateway Gallery at The Enrichment Center, 1006 S Marshall Street, Winston-Salem
Join us at Gateway Gallery for the opening reception of CULTURAL EXPRESSIONS, featuring the Artists of Gateway Studios and a special guest artist. Refreshments by The Enrichment Center's Culinary Arts team, plus award-winning wine served by our friends from RagApple Lassie Vineyards. This exhibit will be on display through May 9. Gateway Gallery at The Enrichment Center is open Tuesday through Friday, 11am to 4pm, and by appointment. Proceeds from sales benefit The Enrichment Center's programs and pay a commission to the artists. For more information call 336.837.6826.

Support Inclusion Saturday, sponsored by Monarch
March 23
A celebration of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and year-round inclusion opportunities, including inclusive hiring practices, for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Whether you're a business owner, family member of someone with special needs or a friendly face with a big heart for those who are close to ours, we invite you to look around the site and help support the millions of hardworking, engaged, and highly motivated employees with I/DD. But Saturday isn’t the only day to support inclusion. Together, we can support inclusion and spread its benefits every day of the year. Details at: http://www.inclusionsaturday.org/

Rooted in Advocacy Conference, The Arc of NC
March 29
Marriott Winston-Salem, 425 N Cherry Street, Winston-Salem
The goal of our Rooted in Advocacy conference is to present people with opportunities to both engage professionals and empower people with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Through large and small group sessions, keynote speakers, and networking events, the Rooted in Advocacy Conference will strengthen ties between the professional community, direct support staff, chapters, families, and self-advocates and will ultimately help communities become more inclusive. Register at: https://www.arcnc.org/registration

Field of Dreams Fest, The Enrichment Center and The Arc of NC
March 30, 12 noon to 4 p.m.
BB&T Ballpark, 951 Ballpark Way, Winston-Salem
The Enrichment Center and The Arc of NC will present an I/DD-focused, community-wide event at BB&T Ballpark, home of the Winston-Salem Dash. Food, music, exhibitors, educational sessions, fun and games and more! Watch for details here: http://www.enrichmentarc.org/event/field-dreams-fest

New Accessible Icon Painting Event led by NCCDD member Brendon Hildreth
Saturday, March 30th, 2019
NCCDD office: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: Aspen Building, 3125 Poplarwood Court, Raleigh, NC 27604
Dorothea Dix campus: 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.: Adams Building, 101 Blair Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603 & Haywood Building, 805 Ruggles Drive, Raleigh, NC 27603
NCCDD member Brendon Hildreth, who has cerebral palsy, and his family will be coming to Raleigh to lead an event painting the new Accessible Icon at NCCDD’s office and also on the Dorothea Dix campus. 
People who are interested in painting or who have questions can contact NCCDD Systems Change Manager Philip C. Woodward at [email protected] or 919-518-9525.