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12 summer 2015 leisure guide 360-778-7000 The following activities are planned for people with disabilities. We encourage you to look at all the offerings in this guide and contact us if you would like assistance or accommodation to participate. SPECIALIZED RECREATION SERVICES Bellingham Parks and Recreation is committed to providing quality opportunities to all members of our community. We recognize that making our services and facilities accessible for people with disabilities helps build a positive community. We strive to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as foster positive relationships between all our participants. Specialized Recreation services include: Programs designed for individuals who have a disability Inclusion support for individuals with disabilities wishing to participate in any program offered by Bellingham Parks and Recreation Liaison to community groups serving individuals with disabilities The programs listed in this section are designed for individuals who have a disability. They offer opportunities for individuals to develop a skill or have opportunities for socialization. Inclusion support services include arranging for requested accommodation or adaptation to facilitate successful participation in general programming offered by Bellingham Parks and Recreation. Participants will be asked if they require assistance or accommodation at the time of registration. Recreation staff will then contact participants and/or any advocates to arrange necessary support when indicated. For more questions regarding Specialized Recreation services, please contact Amanda Grove at 778-7000 or agrove@cob.org. EVENTS— ADAPTIVE CYCLE EXPO Celebrate National Bike Month and discover why cycling is for EVERYONE! The OUTDOORSFORALL Foundation will be bringing a small fleet of adaptive cycles that will allow people of all abilities to enjoy cycling. Have a go on these unique "bikes," which include handcycles for riders with limited or no leg movement, 3 and 4 wheel cycles for those who need more stability, and tandem cycles for those who want a guide while cycling. We will have cycles for kids and adults. The OUTDOORSFORALL staff are skilled at selecting the right type of cycle to meet your needs. ALL MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY ARE WELCOME! This event is co-sponsored by St. Joseph Hospital Center for Rehabilitation Medicine. Supported by everybodyBIKE. AGES: All ages! DAY/DATE: Saturday, May 16 TIME: 11am–2pm LOCATION: Civic Field Track COST: FREE! SPIN DANCES Bellingham Parks and Recreation, along with the Max Higbee Center and Whatcom County Parks have planned three dances for individuals with disabilities. All persons age 14 and over are invited for live music, dancing and loads of fun! Flyers are sent out each quarter announcing the band, theme, and location for the upcoming dances. To receive a flyer in the mail, call 778-7000 or email Amanda at agrove@cob.org and ask to be put on the SPIN DANCE mailing list. AGES: 14 years and older DAY/DATES: Mondays, May 18 ("80's Night" with Whatcom Sound), June 15 (TBD), and August 17 ("Hawaiian Luau" with Out of the Ashes)

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