Rutherford County Coalition Against Child Abuse is taking part in "Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee's (PCAT's) Pinwheels for Prevention®" campaign by planting a pinwheel garden in honor of the happy, healthy childhood all children deserve.

The garden will be planted at Rutherford County Juvenile Court on April 17, 2015 at 8 am. The Coalition will also present the General William Whitesell award at 1 pm at the Rutherford County Department of Children's Services. This award is presented annually to an individual that had demonstrated outstanding service to the children and families of Rutherford County.

This is a free event and open to the public.

Prevent Child Abuse America launched the national Pinwheels for Prevention® campaign in April of 2008. This public awareness campaign uses community activities and public policies to prioritize prevention right from the start, making sure child abuse and neglect never occur.

Who: Rutherford County Coalition Against Child Abuse

What: Pinwheels for Prevention® Event

When: Friday, April 17th, 8 am and 1 pm (award presentation at DCS office)

Where: Rutherford County Juvenile Courthouse and Department of Children's Services