Breaking Down Barriers Independent Living Resource Centre’s 4th annual Rockin’ the House Curling Bonspiel will take place on Saturday February 27th, 2010 at the Curling Club of Collingwood.
24 teams of curlers of all abilities will compete to win the tournament trophy. The Georgian Bay Breakers Wheelchair curlers will be out to show off their skills. Prizes will be presented for best team name and best team costume. The Marie Banks Memorial Award will be given to the top individual and the top team fundraiser so be sure to pledge your favourite curler now!
Teams will play two ends each and will have a continental breakfast and lunch provided by Boston Pizza. There will be a silent auction and a 50/50 draw. Cost is $50 per person or $200 per team. Curlers of all abilities are welcome.
Twenty teams have registered to date so there are only 4 spots left. The deadline for registration is February 19th, 2010. Contact Breaking Down Barriers at 705-445-1543, ext. 305 or visit their website at www.breakingdownbarriers.org for more information OR to register on-line.
VIP guest will include local mayors and a representative from the office of the Honourable Helena Guergis.
Since 1985, Breaking Down Barriers has been promoting independent living by encouraging community support and active participation of people with disabilities. The funds from this event will support the efforts of Breaking Down Barriers while they continue to provide and expand programs offered to people with disabilities in the Georgian Triangle area.
Please contact Andrea Abbott-Kokosin at 705-445-1543, Ext. 300 if you would like information on sponsorship opportunities for this event.
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