Downtown Kincardine draped in lots of socks for Down Syndrome Day March 21

By: Liz Dadson March 17, 2016 1720

Downtown Kincardine draped in lots of socks for Down Syndrome Day March 21

Monday, March 21, is World Down Syndrome Day and to celebrate, individuals around the globe are encouraged to wear 'Lots of Socks.'

Community Living of Kincardine and District encourages everyone to wear striped, polka-dot, bright, tall, ruffled, mis-matched or even three pairs of socks at once, to show support for individuals with Down Syndrome. Challenge friends, families and co-workers to find the most unique socks and show them off with pride. Be a part of the world-wide 'Lots of Socks' movement and promote inclusion!

To celebrate World Down Syndrome Day in Kincardine, Amy Boudrias of Community Living, has challenged local businesses to create fun and unique window displays filled with 'Lots of Socks.' Each display will feature a portrait of an individual living in the community who has Down Syndrome. The portraits were done by Shandra Robbescheuten of Exquisite Exposure.

To see all the portraits and great displays, take a walk through downtown Kincardine and check out all the participating businesses before March 21st. Those taking part include:

Penetangear
The Loop
Sunset Blinds
West Shore Clothing Shoppe
Progressive Results Group
Becker Shoes
Accents by Gordon's and Gordon Pharmasave
Lake Huron Video
JB's Lingerie
Tropix Sun and Swim
Coffee Culture
Bruce Steakhouse
Sleepers Bed Gallery
Jerome Flower and& Gifts
Instyle
Jennifer Cook - The Co-operators
MacG's
Gilbert's Jewelry
Finchers
Kincardine Dentistry
Community Living Kincardine & District
Kincardine Independent

Members of Community Living will be awarding the coveted inaugural "Golden Sock Award" to the business that is voted by the members to have the best "Lots of Socks" display. It will be awarded in the afternoon of March 21.