(Lyn's note: Here's the link to last Saturday night's Gardens photos taken by Herbert.  They are even cooler than the first batch.  Painting with Light had me pressing the shutter button for 30 seconds while Herbert ran in front of the camera waving a small flashlight.  He was moving slightly slower in the final one.  Check out the "Ghost in the Gardens!  http://www.carefree-desert-gardens.com/Carefree_Desert_Gardens/CFDG_9-29-12.html )

 

 

 

 

Oktoberfest for Parkinson’s Fundraiser Scheduled for Oct. 20

Eighth annual event features new 5K run, family bike ride

CAREFREE, AZ – The American Parkinson’s Disease Association – Arizona Chapter (APDA Arizona) will host the 8th annual Oktoberfest for Parkinson’s celebration on Saturday, Oct. 20 in the newly renovated botanical gardens at Sundial Park and Amphitheatre in Carefree, AZ.

A new addition this year is a 5K Run and Family Fun Bike Ride through the beautiful high desert community beginning at 3 p.m. Oktoberfest festivities, including live music performed by Mark Florentine and the Tremble Clefs, great food and a silent auction and raffle, will take place from 5 to 8 p.m.

 

As the signature fundraising event for APDA Arizona, the goal is to raise $50,000 and attract more than 1,000 attendees. Admission is $25 per person, which includes a German-style buffet provided by Carefree Station Bar & Grill, as well as plenty of fine ales & wines to sample.

Since 2005, the event has raised more than $100,000 for APDA Arizona, which is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of Arizonans with Parkinson’s disease and their families through education, services, and support. Funds raised from the 5K Run and Family Fun Bike Ride and the Oktoberfest celebration will support programs which directly assist people with Parkinson Disease in the state of Arizona, such as Power Over Parkinson’s educational conferences put on throughout the state.

 

In addition, APDA Arizona uses funds to subsidize other Parkinson’s-related programs and initiatives, including the Banner Neuro Wellness Center in Gilbert and Meds Connection at Banner Good Samaritan, which helps individuals with Parkinson’s disease, afford the medications they need to live healthier, more active lives.

 

For information about sponsorship opportunities or additional event details, contact Tom Viviano at 602-839-3542. For more information on APDA AZ, visit www.apdaarizona.org.

Contact: Tom Viviano (602) 839-3542

Thomas.viviano@bannerhealth.com

 

 

 

 

Lyn, The PVCC use sounds like a winner, vs. another shopping center which no one really needs.

Tom Surrency

 

 

 

You getting a new skool up thare? Will Don Sorchych allow such a thang?

Laurie P.