[NFBC-SFV] DEADLINE EXTENDED: AQUARIUM FREE ADMISSION for 15th Annual Festival

[L Nishihara]

Hi All! Just in case you haven't seen it forwarding the message from Aquarium of the Pacific. In summary, you need a reservation for you and one PCA to enter for free on January 27 or 28, 2018. 
Call and speak to the Operator  562-590-3100   Give them code D-HAS
Feel free to share, but please do not post on social media, for example, Facebook, Twitter, etc.  
Notes from Lynne: Aquarium exhibits are on 3 floors both inside and out. Numerous personnel and handlers are available to answer questions. Some exhibits also have recorded information although sometimes  the buttons are hard to find. You can touch some of the animals like rays and jellies (no they don't sting). There is a large indoor cafeteria on the top floor and also snack bars. Behind the scenes tours are available at the Customer Service counter for an additional fee. These tours are small groups. Your guide will tell you what's needed to run the Aquarium and the various tanks. They will give you insight on some of the animal's personalities. There is a gift shop near the entrance. Also, on the same floor as the entrance is a large hall where performances take place. Along one side of the hall are art exhibitors and information tables. Oh, one more thing. If you want to pet the animals make sure your sleeves roll up. You need to put your whole arm in to pet the rays! Yes, there are stations where you can wash your arms and your hands. That's all I can think of. Hope to see you there!
 Below is the letter from the Aquarium.
-Lynne Nishihara

Subject: DEADLINE EXTENDED: AQUARIUM FREE ADMISSION for 15th Annual Festival of Human Abilities Jan 27-28, 2018

 Dear Friend,

 Please join us at the Aquarium of the Pacific for the 15th Annual Festival of Human Abilities, January 27-28, 2018, a celebration of the creative spirit of people with disabilities.  
This is an exclusive offer that is only available through this flyer.



 FREE ADMISSION to Festival of Human Abilities for any person with a disability and one attendant, with advance reservation.

ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED for everyone using this special offer to ensure the best possible experience. Valid January 27 and 28, 2018 only. Individuals and groups using this offer must call 562-590-3100 to make a reservation. Reservations will be taken from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. until Saturday, January 27, 2018 and 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 28, 2018. Please mention the code D-HAS when making your reservation. Guests will be assigned a specific date and time to enter. Please reserve early to get the time and date of your preference. Each arrival time will have limited capacity for reserva­tions, and we expect some arrival time slots to fill up. Please bring this flyer with you, as you may be asked to present it. Festival Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

 

You may forward this flyer to your network and make as many copies as you wish. You are welcome to post it on websites or Facebook pages that are dedicated to people with disabilities. Please do not post it on web pages that are dedicated in part to the general public, even if there is a section for people with disabilities. Thank you.

 

2018 Glenn McIntyre Heritage Award Ceremonies

Saturday Award Ceremony, January 27 at 2:30 p.m.

Honoree: Auti Angel

In 1992 Auti Angel, a professional dancer with a promising career, faced devastation when she experienced a life threatening auto accident that left her paralyzed from the waist down. Returning to her first love of dance, she pioneered wheelchair hip-hop dancing worldwide and built a successful career in music and acting. Auti Angel inspires, motivates, and empowers audiences with her own life example of overcoming obstacles.

 

Sunday Award Ceremony, January 28 at 2:30 p.m.

Honoree: Haben Girma

FREE Lecture by Haben Girma at 5:00pm. See Lecture flyer attached. Reservations recommended, capacity is limited. Same phone number as festival reservations:562-590-3100. IF YOU ARE BOOKING FOR THE LECTURE, PLEASE SPECIFY IF YOU ARE RESERVING FOR THE LECTURE ONLY OR BOTH FESTIVAL RESERVATION AND LECTURE RESERVATION.

The first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School, Haben Girma advocates for equal opportunities for people with disabilities. Haben travels the world consulting and public speaking, teaching clients the benefits of fully accessible products and services. Haben is a talented storyteller who helps people frame difference as an asset. She has been honored by President Obama and President Clinton for her disability rights advocacy.

 

Send Your Resource Materials:

The Aquarium of the Pacific invites you to provide resource materials for programs benefiting people with disabilities to be placed at our community resource table at the Festival of Human Abilities on Jan 27-28, 2018. You may fax or email materials for us to print. For faxes, please make a cover letter with attn: Peter. Or please mail up to 100 pieces to Peter Martineau, Aquarium of the Pacific, 320 Golden Shore, Suite 150, Long Beach, CA 90802.

 

Thank you.

 

Sincerely,

 

Peter Martineau | Marketing Events Manager | Aquarium of the Pacific

320 Golden Shore, Suite 150, Long Beach, CA 90802

562-951-1686 | 562-590-3109 fax | pmartineau at lbaop.org

 

Our vision: To create an aquarium dedicated to conserving and building Natural Capital (Nature and Nature’s services) by building Social Capital (the interactions between and among peoples). 

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