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Tri-County Celiac Support Group's 2008 International Run/Walk for Celiac Research We're looking for Runners, Walkers, Sponsors & Donations (for the Silent Auction) MAKING TRACKS FOR CELIACS - 7th Annual Run/Walk/Silent Auction 5K run/walk and Silent Auction Sunday May 18th, 2008
Registration/Check-in begins at 8:00am, run at 9am/walk at 9:30am ***Gluten free food and refreshments will be served following event***
What is Celiac Disease? Celiac Disease affects 1 out of every 133 Americans. It is an immune-mediated disorder that directly affects the gastrointestinal tract when gluten (wheat, rye, and barley) is ingested. Left untreated, it can lead to malabsorption, vitamin deficiencies, osteoporosis, infertility, dental enamel defects, and cancer.
Entry Fee: $15 if pre-registered by May 7th, $5 for Children under 10 (includes a t- shirt. ) $25 for same day registration and does not guarantee a t-shirt.
Silent Auction: Items valued at $50 or more. MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN. CASH OR CHECK ONLY (U.S. funds). Auction bidding will end after walk.
Awards for runners: Trophy to overall male and female and to overall masters male and female. Medals to the top three places in each age group.
Age Groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-35, 36-45, 46-55, 56-65, 66-75, 76-90 . Registration: Individual Registration or form a team online (available after February 1st) at www.celiacwalk.org (Michigan) or download a registration form from www.tccsg.com.
Make checks payable to TCCSG and Mail to: Suzanne Gentilia 1685 Commerce Pines Circle Walled Lake, MI 48390
Unable to attend: you can still give a donation online at www.celiacwalk.org (Michigan) or send donations to TCCSG. Location: Edsel and Eleanor Ford House 1100 Lake Shore Rd. Grosse Pointe Shores, MI 48236 (8 1/2 mile and Lakeshore Drive, also known as Jefferson Ave) Map to the Ford House
TCCSG Run/Walk/Silent Auction Contacts Julie Gaereminck (Run/Walk) 248-690-7427 julie.gaereminck@gentiva.com Diane Tapp (Silent Auction) 248-505-5446 dtappavich@comcast.net
I am helping solicit donations for the silent auction - you can respond to this email for further donation information as well.
The TCCSG is currently looking for businesses, groups or individuals to sponsor the 2008 International Run/Walk for Celiac Research.
All contributions are tax deductible.
The 2008 Run/Walk will also include a Silent Auction Forms & Further Information Available at www.tccsg.com