Calendar of Events: July 2025

Find out what's happening during July! Here are some events that may be of interest to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Americans with Disabilities Act 35th Anniversary Events

Find Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 35th Anniversary events on the ADA website at the following at https://adata.org/events-calendar/search?keys=&field_datetime_value2%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=2025-07-01&field_datetime_value%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=2025-07-30.

Uniting for Change: Community Strong

When: July 7, July 14, July 28, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Where: Online via Zoom

Description: Community Strong, led by self-advocates for self-advocates, is a weekly Zoom gathering about having fun and spending time with each other!

Learn more about this event and get the Zoom link at https://www.uniting4change.org/calendar.

My Tech for All Georgia In-Person Tech Summit

When: July 9, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Where: Georgia Advocacy Office (GAO), 1 West Court Square, Suite 625, Decatur, GA 30030

Description: 

This in-person technology summit will inform and provide Georgia’s disability community with technology resources to use to assist and improve their quality of life. Seating is limited.

Learn more about this event and register at https://mytechforall.com/georgia/. 

Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta: Disney's Aristocats for Kids - Final Performance

When: July 19, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Where: Decatur Community Players, 2221 Peachtree Road, Suite D-226, Atlanta, GA 30309

Description: 

The Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta partners with the Decatur Community Players to present “Aristocats Kids,” a delightful 30-minute musical. Theatre isn't just about acting; it's about enhancing social skills, boosting self-confidence, and empowering our incredible self-advocates. The summer camp offers a comprehensive experience where participants will refine public speaking skills, gain confidence in singing and dancing, and appreciate the importance of teamwork. It's more than just a camp; it's a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

Learn more at https://www.dsaatl.org/eventcalendar/disneys-aristocats-for-kids-r3gck.

Fulton County ADA 35 Rally

When: July 24, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Where: Fulton County Government Center, 141 Pryor Street, Atlanta, GA 30303 

Description: 

The Americans with Disabilities Act turns 35. Join Fulton County for a fun-filled day as they commemorate the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 2025! The Fulton County Department of Diversity and Civil Rights Compliance (DCRC) is excited to honor this milestone with a series of events. In recognition of this historic occasion, DCRC will host a resource expo in the spring and accept a proclamation ahead of the national commemoration on July 26. Don't miss this opportunity to commemorate and learn more about the impact of the ADA.

For more information and to register, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ada35-rally-tickets-1311577105429?msockid=11abd382fdfb62a528cec69dfc456307.