| |  | | | |  | | Keith Collns, of Commerce Township, decorates his wheelchair 12 times a year. “It keeps everyone smiling,” he said, driving around in the tropical theme. (click for larger version) |
August 11, 2010 - Independence Oaks was the site for smiles on Saturday during the 30th Annual Wright & Filippis Wheelchair Daze Picnic.
The free event was for people of all ages, with any form of disability and their families.
The fun included carnival games, boat rides, music, dancing, face painting, a delicious lunch, and a try at the dunk tank.
More than 2,400 people attended the event - making it the largest free event event for people with disabilities in Michigan.Wendi graduated from the University of Michigan-Flint with a degree in communications. She wrote for the Michigan Times college paper and Grand Blanc View before joining The Clarkston News in October 2007.
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