by Patti Cox
When I was a child, my parents took my brother and me to ACB conventions. It was our vacation. Because my parents couldn’t drive, we couldn’t just jump in our car and go whenever, wherever we wanted to go. So it was off to conventions, and we have wonderful memories of places and events that most kids never had an opportunity to experience.
Now, as an adult, I am so pleased to be able to give other children the same chance to have fun at conventions. Perhaps through my efforts other visually impaired parents will be able to bring their children along to conventions and enjoy a family vacation.
So what is all the YAC about?
It’s all about a week of fun for all the children who attend the convention this year in Birmingham. There will be lots of fun, so bring your kids along for a YACkin’ good time! The Youth Activities Center (YAC) is just the ticket!
On Monday kids check in, paint T-shirts to wear on Tuesday, and take a dip in the pool. Tuesday we spend the day at an amusement park. Wednesday it’s off to an interactive science center, and Thursday and all day Friday we will have games, videos, crafts, and much more in the YAC room. While the grown-ups enjoy the ACB banquet and entertainment, the YAC crew will enjoy a pizza party and splashin’ good time at the pool!
The YAC is available for children between the ages of 6 and 13; older teens, from 14 to 17, are also welcome, and can act as counselors (just like at camp)!
Look for the YAC on the pre-registration form. Signing up your children in advance helps us know how to plan. If you plan to register upon arrival in Birmingham, please contact me at the e- mail and phone number below to let me know that your children are coming.
We’ve got a great week of fun planned, but we are still in need of funding. If you or your affiliate can help support these activities, please contact me at [email protected] or at (502) 897-3864. Thanks to those who have supported the Youth Activities Center.