Special Olympics PA – Philadelphia’s Young Professionals Committee (YPC) kicked off the fall season with a Fall Networking Happy Hour at the Plough and the Stars (2^nd and Chestnut) in Philadelphia’s Old City on Tuesday, September 26th. YPC members, along with friends and family of Special Olympics PA – Philadelphia enjoyed a selection of domestic beers and well drinks, as well as inspiring conversation, on a beautiful Tuesday evening. Attendees also had the opportunity to meet multi-sport athlete, Lisa Barbour, from the Northeast Philadelphia area. Topics of conversation included: Fall Fest at Villanova University, plans for the Philadelphia Plunge in December, and why and how attendees have become involved in the Special Olympics PA!

Rounding out the evening was a series of raffles including a gift bag complete with Special Olympics swag, a gift certificate donated by The Plough and the Stars, and an Amazon gift card donated by TMNA Services, LLC! Our three lucky winners were Emily, Lisa, and Paige – congratulations, ladies! The event was a resounding success with the room abuzz with conversation and connections. The Young Professionals Committee and Philadelphia Special Olympics has a lot of momentum heading into the fall and winter seasons and look forward to continued success!