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Conquer Chiari Walk Across America - 5k walk

This Saturday, September 21st, join your neighbors from the North Shore and all across Illinois as they participate in the 6th annual Conquer Chiari Walk Across America. 

Chiari Malformation is a serious neurological disorder affecting 300,00 people in the U.S.  The Conquer Chiari Walk Across America is a series of local awareness and fundraising walks held across the country on the same day. All proceeds will be used to fund Chiari research, education, and awareness programs. 

Participation is free.  All participants must register at the event.
Donations can be made online or at the event.

Registration begins at 9am.
Silent Auction will be held from 9am-10am
Walk starts at 10am

For more information, contact Maureen Shorr at 847.308.7058 and ms01211969@gmail.com or Brittany Kelly at 630.606.0538 and brittanyccwaa@gmail.com or Christy Markle at cmcc3@sbcglobal.net.

You can find additional information at http://www.conquerchiari.org/

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