From Project Noelle
On Saturday, October 24, the Apopka Community Center will fill up with superheroes, princesses, and a few dinosaurs. The event will include a coloring contest, a poster contest, and prizes. From the parking lot, it will look like any other Halloween party in Central Florida.
But it's a little more than that.
Here's the full story behind this free family event. And here are some key elements for the RED RIBBON SPOOKTACULAR!
- A mission rooted in loss: Keli Clark started Project Noelle after her 35-year-old daughter died of an overdose, leaving children behind.
- Support across two states: The nonprofit serves children in 31 Ohio counties and 10 Florida counties whose parents have died, are incarcerated, or are in active addiction.
- Free Apopka event: The Red Ribbon Spooktacular takes place October 24 from 1 to 3 pm at the Apopka Community Center, 519 S. Central Ave.
- All families welcome: Costumes are optional, and activities include coloring and prevention-themed poster contests with prizes. Please RSVP at community.projectnoelle.com.
- Ways to get involved: Project Noelle seeks volunteers, donations, and business support. Florida Adopt-A-Child Christmas applications remain open until 5 pm November 8.
