MORGAN'S PROJECT
Morgan Williams, a senior at University Laboratory School, has partnered with Of Moving Colors Productions’ Dance for Parkinson’s program to host a special community event inspired by her grandmother’s journey with Parkinson’s Disease. This meaningful project serves as the culmination of her International Baccalaureate CAS (Community, Activity, and Service) Project. “Morgan’s project is very special to us as it was inspired by her grandmother’s walk with Parkinson’s. Margie Landry and her husband, Bryan, regularly attended Dance for Parkinson’s classes under Susan Perlis, and it was a pleasure to have them in class weekly,” shared Garland Goodwin Wilson, OMC’s Artistic Director. “We’re honored that Morgan has chosen us as the recipient of her fundraiser.”

ABOUT
The event will bring together individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s Disease for an afternoon of connection, movement, and support. Attendees will receive valuable information about community resources and participate in a 20-minute guided movement class led by Ms. Christy Benoit, then enjoy light refreshments at the reception. The Dance for Parkinson’s program is designed to build flexibility, confidence, and balance while fostering a sense of joy and belonging. Dance and movement are proven tools that help individuals with Parkinson’s improve mobility and mental well-being—many even say exercise is the most important tool for care, second only to medicine.
WHEN
This free community event will take place on Sunday, November 16, from 3:00–4:00 p.m. at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church’s Lyle Hall, located at 12663 Perkins Road. Light refreshments will be provided, and all are welcome to attend—no dance experience is necessary. For more information about Morgan’s project
contact Morgan Williams at mwil486@uhighlsu.com.
