FODI families recently enjoyed a family fun day at Carnival House in Southwick. The children (and adults) dressed in colorful costumes, learned circus skills, and danced at a disco party featuring classics such as the ever-popular YMCA, which never seems to go out of fashion. Many thanks to Garner and all the staff and volunteers at Carnival House, and to Marcus Newman whose sponsorship from the Great North Run paid for the event. At the program’s end, every child got a backpack, with a calculator, water bottle, and stationary to encourage them to return to school by the upcoming week. Fodi children were over the moon for it. Thanks to all the sponsors and organizers of this lovely program.