Joni and Friends Sacramento will hold its third annual event titled “The Great Banquet” at Bayside Church in Roseville on October 10. The free event will provide a very special evening for people with disabilities, their families, and caregivers for them to connect with each other and experience the great resources available to them.

For many, getting connected and finding support can be a challenge. The evening will feature a delicious sit-down dinner, fun activities for children (crafts, games, face painting), live entertainment, inspiring speakers as well as resource tables.

Hundreds of volunteers are helping to make this night happen, including trained “one-on-one buddies” for children and adults with special needs, so they can fully participate in the activities.

The keynote speaker will be Joni and Friends President Doug Mazza. Mr. Mazza is a man of deep convictions and speaks around the world from his own experiences living with an adult son with multiple and severe physical challenges. His ability to lead, inspire and encourage is matched by his great sense of humor.

 “This will be an incredible event for all people regardless of their age or disability,” said Dan Adragna, founder of Joni and Friends Sacramento and event organizer. “Our purpose for this evening is to honor, encourage, and inspire people in our community who are, in some way, affected by special needs and disabilities. We want them to know they are not alone and are a valued and important part of our community.”

The Sacramento office of Joni and Friends - a non-profit, faith-based disability organization - was founded in 2011. It provides many programs such as Marriage Getaway, Wheels for the World, Family Retreats, Special Delivery and Through the Roof. For more information, please visit joniandfriends.org.

The Great Banquet will be held at Bayside Church at 8191 Sierra College Blvd. in Roseville, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:00. Guests must register at thegreatbanquet2015.eventbrite.com.

Post information and picture courtesy of Joni and Friends Sacramento.