Has your life been touched by a child with Autism? Even if it hasn’t, 1 in 110 kids have the disorder, making it likely that it affects someone you know or their family.
What is Autism?
Autism is a complex disability. Symptoms are usually detected around the first 3 years of life. Kids with autism often experience delayed language and social development. Autism affects boys more than girls, and knows no racial, ethnic or class boundaries. At the present time there is no cure.
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What is Dylan's Run?
Dylan’s Run is a 5K run/walk started in 2001 to raise both funds and awareness for autism. It’s a great opportunity for families affected by autism to come together to share, support one another and have fun. Proceeds go to support the Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin as well as autism research.
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Schedule for Race Day:
The event is scheduled for Sunday, September 11, 2011 rain or shine. At 8:30 am you can register at the Miller Life Oasis. While you’re registering, you can partake of the continental breakfast, massage therapy and an aerobic warm-up. There will also be entertainment and children’s activities. Download the brochure to learn more, including how to get pledges, and to sign up.
At 9:45 theres on opening ceremony and at 10am the 2 mile run/walk begin. Closing ceremonies and awards presentation take place at 11am at the Miller Lite Oasis.
The event takes place at on the same day as Indian Summer, and at the same place - the Summerfest Grounds. Your entry fee will include admission to the festival, too. It will also get you a great t-shirt to commmemorate the event (except for kids under 5). The costs are as follows: Before Sept 7 $20 Adults. $13 Kids. Children under 5 Free (no t-shirt). After Sept 7 $25 Adults, $17 Kids.