The Greenwich Junior United Way (GJrUW) and Greenwich teens team up to produce “Together We Shine,” an inclusion event for Abilis members. The event will be held Saturday, June 9 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the YWCA of Greenwich, 259 E Putnam Ave.
“Together We Shine” is a special Hollywood themed red-carpet dinner and dance event that celebrates inclusion and is open to all Greenwich public and private high school students and recent graduates (ages 15 to 20). The event aims at strengthening connection in the community and promoting respect for people – their differences, needs, abilities, and dreams.
“The red carpet theme, complete with paparazzi, promotes the idea that everyone has the ability to shine. The goal of this event is to bring the community together in a really special way, and provide everyone involved with memories that will last a lifetime ” said Greenwich Junior United Way Program Coordinator, Amanda Finn.
Hair, makeup, and wardrobe will be provided to Abilis members offsite prior to the event. Guests will arrive at the event by limo and VIP car service provided by CTNY Limo. WRBC Support Services (A Berkley Company), is helping to collect clothing and raise funds for the event.
“Together We Shine is a really fun way for teens throughout Greenwich to connect with members of Abilis, as well as give them the opportunity to feel included in the community. The idea of celebrating differences within the Greenwich community is what makes this event so special. It will be an amazing night,” said Greenwich Junior United Way member, Erin O’Connor.
This event is free for Abilis members and a limited number of $20 tickets are available to local teens. Dress code is black-tie optional. Corsages and boutonnieres will be provided by the Abilis Gift Shop and Florist.
Tickets can be purchased at greenwichunitedway.org. Student ID’s will be checked at the door.
