Programs to commemorate Int’l Down Syndrome Day
Priyanka Kurugala
The Miranda Hemalatha Kala Ashshramaya Diridaru Piyasa Special
Children’s Unit has planned a series of programs to commemorate
International Down Syndrome Day which falls on March 23, said Veteran
artiste and dancing teacher Mirenda Hemalatha.
The Diridaru Piyasa Special Children’s Unit will present ‘Nartana
Rekha’, a dance performance at the Tower Hall Theatre on March 23 at 6
pm.
An Arts and Crafts sales exhibition and cultural show by children
with Down Syndrome will be held at MJF Centre, Mortuwa on March 26 at
1.30 pm.
Hemalatha says that this would bring out the best in children
affected by Down Syndrome and would be a good opportunity for them to
showcase their talents. The main aim is to help them stand on their feet
and be independent, she said.
For further details Diridarupiyasa, 189, Old Road, Navinna,
Maharagama. Te: 2842050, 0714437182.
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