December 19, 2005
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FIRST NIGHT AT FIRST WARD: NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION FOR KIDS

Charlotte, NC - Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department teams with Radio Disney and Carolina Dental Center to host the "Kids’ First Night Celebration" for New Year’s Eve at First Ward Recreation Center, 610 East Seventh Street.

This celebration, on December 31, 2005 from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m., is especially for youth ages 8 - 12. The celebration will include interactive games, contest events for prizes, indoor playground activities, noisemaking crafts, inflatable games, and other activities to "rock" in the New Year.

A Radio Disney DJ will present entertainment and music. Goody bags will be provided to everyone. Concessions will be on sale. This event promises to be a wholesome celebration for children whose parents are attending the adult "Downtown Countdown" event. Kids First Night Celebration is also for kids and parents who wish to attend together.

Admission charge: $10 for advance pre-registration or $15 at the door. For additional information and to pre-register, contact Antonio Murphy at 704-432-0098 or Marilyn Rainey at 704-336-5953.