Barber Institute holiday dance event builds connection for all

Laughter, music and holiday cheer filled the Bayfront Convention Center on Sunday as the Barber National Institute hosted its annual Christmas dance for adults with intellectual disabilities.

“I’m having a ball tonight,” said one attendee.

The event had more than 280 adults with disabilities and their families get together for dancing, special refreshments and a holiday coloring wall.

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One organizer said that this event is great for people to get together with others and have a good time, and their goal is to create memories that last long after the music stops…

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