Community invited to celebrate a momentous milestone in disability care services in southern Wisconsin
KANDU announced their Grand Opening event will take place on September 28, 2024 from 3-6 p.m. at KANDU’s new facility, located at 15 Plumb Street in Milton Wis. Admission is free and attendees of all ages and ability levels are welcome.
The event will celebrate a meaningful milestone in KANDU’s history, ushering in a new era of comprehensive disability services. City, county, and state officials will join KANDU clients, families, staff, and community members for a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony before being welcomed inside for tours, displays, and demonstrations. All activities will be inclusive and accessible.
After purchasing the former Blackhawk Technical College Advanced Manufacturing Training Center facility in early 2023, KANDU partnered with local organizations to complete renovation projects to ensure the new facility is tailored to the unique needs of their 200 clients with disabilities. The transformation of the building into a haven for people with disabilities has been a labor of love, showcasing KANDU’s commitment to providing an enriching and supportive environment.
The event is more than just a grand opening; it’s a community celebration. Outside, local food trucks, including Autentica, Steve’s Deli Dog House, Luke’s Shaved Ice and Sharla’s Coffee will offer delicious street food and beverages for purchase. Good Works Brewing, which opened in Milton in 2023, and Timber Hill Winery, a long-time community staple that recently expanded their venue in Milton, will be at the event serving beer and wine.
Entertainment includes local band Nauti-Nauti, playing rock and pop tunes from the 1970’s to today. Nauti-Nauti headlined KANDU’s Cheers with the Steers fundraiser in 2023 and recently performed at Downtown Janesville’s annual summer concert series, Music at the Marv.
Community members are invited to join KANDU staff, clients and board of directors from 3-6 p.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2024, to celebrate this exciting new chapter in disability care. The event marks a significant step forward in KANDU’s mission to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities and dementia through innovative programs and services.
