The Declaration of Independence was approved on July 4, 1776. It became “the most memorable epoch in the history of America…celebrated…with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other…”  This day is a celebration of those who Looked & Listened to their hearts and minds, Imagined a place where “all men are created equal…endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights…among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness“.  AVA shares these beliefs and will continue to Focus on Empowering all people with the skills they need for a better L.I.F.E.