A new community event aimed at supporting individuals with special needs and their families is coming to Summerville later this month.

Spark Day will be held Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Dowdy Park. Organizers say more than 40 vendors and resource providers have already signed up to participate, offering information, services, and support for families from across Northwest Georgia.

The free event will feature food, family activities, and opportunities to connect with organizations serving the special needs community. Attendees can enjoy free nachos and burgers, a foam party for children, and a special appearance by Bluey.

Organizers say Spark Day is designed to help families find resources they may need while also connecting supporters, volunteers, and community partners with local organizations working to serve individuals with disabilities and special needs.

The event is being organized through Speak Life, which plans to host monthly meetings and expand programming in the future. Organizers hope to launch quarterly Special Olympics-style events for adults, children during the summer, and homeschooled students. Plans are also underway for a Night to Shine event at Connect City next February.

Looking ahead, organizers hope Spark Day will become an annual tradition that continues to grow each year. Long-term goals include developing a wheelchair- and walker-accessible covered playground area to provide more inclusive recreational opportunities for the community.

Everyone from across Northwest Georgia is invited to attend and bring the entire family for a day of fun, fellowship, and community support.