KITTERY — Young Athletes is a developmentally and age-appropriate introduction to the Special Olympics sports through play.
Children with intellectual disabilities or autism, ages 2 1/2 to 7 1/2, and their siblings of similar ages are invited to attend the free, weekly activities.
Each week, children will be introduced to a new sports activity. They will have the opportunity to play games, socialize, learn and develop skills, and enjoy a snack.
An introductory class will be held Monday, Feb. 17 at 10 a.m. at the Kittery Lion’s Club, located on Route 1 in Kittery, just south of the traffic circle.
For more information or to register, contact Lisa Bird at 879-0489 or lisab@somaine.org or Dennis Dean at ddcrna@comcast.net.
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