Groton ― Groton Parks & Recreation will hold a new fundraiser, Sides Without Limits from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20, at the Thrive 55+ Active Living Center to support an adaptive program.

The fundraiser will benefit Dance without Limits, which provides monthly free dances for children and adults with disabilities.

People can enjoy burgers, hot dogs, and other food for $10 per person. Police, fire, and EMS as well as businesses from the area will be donating the food.

Dance without Limits usually draws more than 100 participants from Groton, East Lyme, Stonington, Ledyard and surrounding towns.

“These events are a fun night for friends to get together,” according to a notice from Groton Parks and Recreation. “It is a night of socialization, self-assurance, and creative expression.”

“Our department makes all programs, services and activities equally available to children and adults with disabilities, makes special efforts to be welcoming to all citizens, supports efforts to affirm the dignity of all participants, strives to enhance each individual's potential for full and active participation, provides specialized programs specifically designed for children and adults who need more assistance,” the department continued.