Temecula Participating In Down Syndrome Awareness Day

From the City of Temecula:

February 28 2020

TEMECULA, CA – World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) is observed annually on March 21, 2020. This day was chosen to symbolize the third copy of chromosome 21 in Trisomy 21, the most common form.

The City of Temecula will be hosting a celebration in recognition of Down Syndrome Awareness at 7:00 pm on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at City Hall(41000 Main Street). At this early evening gathering, individuals and families with Down Syndrome participate in activities to raise public awareness and create a single global voice for advocating for the inclusion of people with Down Syndrome.

Temecula Mayor James “Stew” Stewart states, “2020 is the year of#TemeculaFUN with a focus on family and friends, and this will be a wonderful family-friendly event that celebrates the positive and rewarding contributions those with Down Syndrome make in our hometown and around the world.”Mayor Stewart added, “When I see an individual with Down Syndrome, especially in the workplace, I can’t help but smile and think ‘right on!’ as their unique and happy influence inspires us all.”

Temecula City Council Member Mike Naggar said, “I’m very proud of the efforts we have taken to make Temecula and our surrounding communities more inclusive. I hope you will join us as we celebrate and embrace those we love with Down Syndrome. It will be a FUN evening as High Hopes performers kick off the night!”

Join us for World Down Syndrome Day at City Hall with special guests and performances by the High Hopes Dance Program. For more information, please contact the Temecula Community Services Department at (951) 694-6464.

This press release was produced by the City of Temecula. The views expressed here are the author’s own.