Memorial Dinner

Previous Events:

Rev. Mr. David V. Dwyer Memorial Dinner
at the Saint Michael Hall,
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 144 Harpersville Road,
Newport News, Va 23601
hosted by SPRED Partners of Virginia, Inc., 501 (c) (3) nonprofit

Guest Speaker:
Julia Hess

Finding His Voice:
David Egan

Our key note speaker is Julia Hess, CRW, SPRED Regional Center in Chicago. Julia has been involved in SPRED for over 30 years. Julia began her life’s work as a passionate advocate and friend to parents and individuals seeking a place of joy, hope and celebration for their loved ones with intellectual disabilities. Julie and her husband, Bob have worked to establish Regional SPRED centers in the Chicago area and to facilitate training for teams from around the United States including Newport News.

Our guest speaker, David Egan has always dreamed big. When he was eight, starting out as a Special Olympics swimmer, he dreamed of winning his races. As he grew, he looked to bigger goals-having a job and finding ways to change attitudes toward people with intellectual disabilities. David has been living his dream-and inspiring others to live theirs.

Entertainment by:
Arts Inclusion Company

We are pleased to announce a performance by the Arts Inclusion Company (AIC), a Nonprofit 501c3 company. AIC provides arts programs to those of all abilities. AIC is not your typical community theatre. The focus is on the actors and making sure they feel safe, comfortable, and most importantly encouraged and included. AIC offers workshops, events, mentorship programs, and performance experience to those of all abilities.