THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUly 19, 2024 Page 5 23rd Annual Walk of Hope to Benefi t ALS - Lou Gehrig’s Disease September 7th (Wakefield, MA) –The 23rd annual Walk of Hope for ALS, a 3.5-mile walk around Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefi eld to benefi t The Angel Fund for ALS Research, will be held on Saturday, September 7th. The walk begins with registration at 9 a.m. followed by the start of the walk at 11 a.m. The release of doves for those living with ALS and those who have lost their courageous to the disease will be held prior to the start of the walk. The Angel Fund for ALS Research is a nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting the ALS research of Dr. Robert Brown, Jr. and his team at UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester. ALS, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a progressive, always fatal neuromuscular disease which leads to muscle weakness and as it progresses, results in total paralysis and the inability to speak and swallow while the mind and senses remain intact. Walkers of all abilities are encouraged to participate as individuals or as a team. To register as a walker or to register a team, log-on to The Angel Fund website at www.theangelfund.org or call the organization at 781-245-7070. In addition to the walk around Lake Quannapowitt, the event includes activities and refreshments for all walkers. Kings Bowl of Lynnfi eld, an annual supporter of the walk, will again provide refreshments for registered walkers. The Angel Fund will also honor those who have ALS and those who have lost their battle with the disease with the Faces of ALS®. Any participating team or individual who would like to honor a loved one with a poster along the walkway should send a high-resolution photo to theangelfundals@gmail.com by September 1st. Donations to the Angel Fund for ALS Research can also be made online, or can be sent to The Angel Fund, 649 Main Street, Wakefi eld, MA 01880. All donations should be made payable to The Angel Fund for ALS Research. Walkers are encouraged create their own webpage to raise money online. Registered walkers can create their page at https:// secure.frontstream.com/walkof-hope-for-als-2024. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Information about sponsorship opportunities can also be obtained on the website, www.theangelfund.org, or by calling 781245-7070. 8 Norwood St. Everett (617) 387-9810 Open Tues. - Sat. at 4:00 PM Closed Sun. & Mon. We are closed for vacation and reopening on Friday, August 2nd at 4PM. Thank you - The Sasso Family Catch ALL The Live Sports Action On Our Large Screen TV’s www.810bargrille.com SABATINO/MASTROCOLA INSURANCE AGENCY 519 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Auto * Home * Boat * Renter * Condo * Life * Multi-Policy Discounts * Commercial 10% Discounts * Registry Service Also Available Sabatino Insurance is proud to welcome the loyal customers of ALWAYS READY TO SERVE YOU: Our Staff are, Emma Davidson, Jeimy Sanchez, Josephine Leone, Marie D’Amore, Rocco Longo, Z’andre Lopez, Anthony DiPierro, Darius Goudreau, Laurette Murphy, Danielle Goudreau and Tina Davidson. PHONE: (617) 387-7466 FAX: (617) 381-9186 Visit us online at: WWW.SABATINO-INS.COM Scan & Follow Us on Facebook!
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