Kingsport Parks and Recreation hosting Inclusive Christmas Party

The Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department is hosting an inclusive Christmas Party on December 12 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the V.O. Dobbins, Sr. Complex (301 Louis Street).

The event is open to all with intellectual and physical disabilities. Come out and enjoy some hot chocolate, games, crafts and Christmas-themed activities. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite tacky holiday sweater.

The Christmas Party is part of the department’s A.S.P.I.R.E. (Adaptive: Sports Programs Inclusive Recreation Experiences) program. Adaptive programs are for people with disabilities or physical limitations and are designed to ensure fair and equal competition among participants.

Though the event is free, officials are asking folks to register to know approximately how many people will be showing up. To register, please visit https://bit.ly/3WDlO7q.

For information about other programs, activities and classes offered by Kingsport Parks and Recreation, please visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org.