Harrisburg Disability Awareness Commission

07/22/2025

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Join ADA Sioux Falls in celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—a landmark moment in disability rights history—highlighted in the Oscar-nominated documentary CRIP CAMP: A DISABILITY REVOLUTION (2020 | R | 4K)! Screening this Wednesday, July 23 & Sunday, July 27.
🎟️ Tickets ➜ https://tinyurl.com/2s3hdhh8
🍅100% Rotten Tomatoes / 4.0 Letterboxd

07/11/2025

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Fun Fact Friday 🤩

Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? Celebrate with stories featuring characters with disabilities, and follow the Harrisburg Disability Awareness Commission for local events and information!

Interested in learning more or signing up for Libby? Stop by the library today, and our librarians will be happy to help!

06/26/2025

A great reminder from the Rocky Mountain ADA-
Inclusive language is important

Our next tip for refreshing your knowledge around the ADA is to make sure you are using inclusive language when referring to people with disabilities.

06/24/2025

Accessible Sidewalks for All!

A quick reminder: where we park, place our bins, or leave bikes/scooters can make a big difference. Blocking a sidewalk—even for “just a minute”—can create real barriers for people using mobility devices, parents with strollers, older adults, and those who are blind or have balance challenges.

A clear sidewalk isn’t just a convenience—it’s a lifeline.

- Parked in your driveway? Make sure your car isn’t blocking the path.
- Taking out the trash? Leave bins off the sidewalk.
- Using a scooter or bike? Park it thoughtfully.

If your legs work, be grateful you can walk where you need to go. But let’s remember: not everyone has that option—and one day, that someone could be you or a loved one.

Let’s stay mindful. It takes so little to help so much. Together, we can build a more inclusive and accessible community.

06/19/2025

Sensory Friendly Performance
Tonight-June 19th
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06/17/2025

Some great reminders about disability.

Disability is a natural part of the human experience.

This graphic was created by Disabled by Society. Learn more on their website: https://disabledbysociety.com/about/

05/30/2025

We hope to see you there! 🎥 🍿
This is a great movie!
The link to register is in the comments.

Join the HCL and the Harrisburg Disability Awareness Commission for a very special Family Movie event on Thursday, June 5 at 5pm! Our Family Movie is…

Out of My Mind (2024) (PG) - “Melody Brooks, a sixth grader with cerebral palsy, has a quick wit and a sharp mind, but because she is non-verbal and uses a wheelchair, she is not given the same opportunities as her classmates. When a young educator notices her student’s untapped potential and Melody starts to participate in mainstream education, Melody shows that what she has to say is more important than how she says it.”

Licensing by Swank. Movie subject to change at any time.

Doors open at 5pm, and the movie starts at 5:30pm. The movie will be held in the Heritage Gym.

Registration is requested but not required. Open to all ages. Those under 8-years-old must be accompanied by an adult or caregiver who is at least 16-years-old.

04/29/2025

We had a great time representing the DAC at the Fun & Friends Disability Resource Expo! The room was packed full of great organizations, amazing families, fun activities, snuggly puppies, and even a chicken!

We loved sharing our group’s purpose and information on upcoming events! Although we are located in Harrisburg, our events are open to all in the surrounding areas. It was wonderful to meet so many area families!

04/25/2025

Check out this awesome event TONIGHT in Sioux Falls! The show includes artwork created by some very talented Harrisburg artists! The annual ArtAbility exhibit and artist reception is hosted by the Sioux Falls Mayor's Disability Awareness and Accessibility Review Board.

Send a message to learn more

04/16/2025

🐾 Walk with us for a cause that matters! 🧡
Join the Harrisburg Tigers Team at the Best Buddies Friendship Walk on Saturday, May 24th at 12:00 PM in Terrace Park!
Let’s come together to celebrate inclusion and support individuals of all abilities. 💜

03/27/2025

What a great opportunity for all to be able to enjoy the joy of theater!

This event is tonight. 🎭

Sensory-Friendly Performance Tomorrow Night 🌙

Join us for an inclusive performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream TOMORROW, Thursday March 27th at 7:00 PM! This show is designed to create an accessible theatre experience for all audiences, including ASL Interpretation, Open Captioning, Closed Live Narration, Reduced Atmospherics (softer lighting & sound adjustments). Come enjoy the magic of Shakespeare in a comfortable, supportive environment!

📍 Historic Orpheum Theater, Sioux Falls
🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://buff.ly/clc6nGu

03/26/2025

🎉Yakkity Yak Coffee Shack was a nominee for our 2024 Inclusion Advocacy Award and the WINNER of our Employment Inclusion Award!🎉

The numerous nominations highlighted Yakkity Yak as a truly inclusive workplace as it is a coffee shop run by people with intellectual & developmental differences. Yakkity Yak partners with several schools to teach students job skills to help them be successful in employment. One nomination shared that Yakkity Yak isn’t just a place of employment but an important job where life skills are being learned and practiced every day! All the nominations shared a common theme of the owner, Kathy, creating a welcoming, fun, and loving environment which goes into every cup of coffee that is served.

Congratulations on both of your award nominations and on winning the very first annual Employment Inclusion Award! Thank you for your inclusion efforts in our community!