5K & Walk for Independence
Date and Time
Saturday Jun 3, 2023
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
Fees/Admission
FREE
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Contact Information
Dara Dalmata
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Description
5K & Walk for Independence
The 5K & Walk for Independence supports the Carroll Center for the Blind’s mission of empowering those who are blind or visually impaired to achieve independence and to lead a fulfilling life. Attendees will complete a 1, 2, or 3-mile walk around the Mt. Ida campus of UMass Amherst in Newton followed by activities for all ages.
Post-walk Activities:
- Meet 2004 Red Sox World Series Champion Lenny DiNardo and Red Sox mascots Wally & Tessie!
- Try your hand at Beep Baseball and Archery and watch a police dog presentation.
- Touch-a-truck, bounce house, face painting, and crafts.
Schedule:
- Registration: 8:00am
- Walk kick-off: 9:00am
- Post-walk BBQ and activities: 9:30am to 12:00pm
Cost:
Free! Families and friends all welcome.