Star Wars characters. Face painting. Musicians. Clowns.
And a chance to help a great cause.
The 14th Annual Walk & Roll for Disabilities, sponsored by the Meyer Foundation for Disabilities, will be held at 10:30 a.m. March 4 at the Oak View Mall.
The event raises funds for programming for adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the University of Nebraska Medical Center Munroe-Meyer Institute, including activities such as a cooking club and an adult outing club.
"We are very excited as we prepare for the 14th annual Walk & Roll," said Mary McHale, president of the foundation. "This inclusive event is popular for our community supporters and the individuals for whom we provide recreational programming."
Participants this year can look forward to appearances by the 501st Garrison, aka Star Wars group, clowns Dearheart and Friends, face painting, a disc jockey, and photos by Party Pics To Go, as well as a continental breakfast provided by Family Fare Supermarkets. The Omaha Burke Sparkles and Omaha Burke Drum Line will perform as well as the Rubber Chicken band.
Non-profit organizations with programs for adults with developmental disabilities will have literature available.
Registration is $30. Online registration is open through March 1. At the event registration will take place from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
All donations must be turned in by 10:15 a.m. on March 4 to be eligible for a drawing for a free iPad for individuals raising more than $500 (excluding registration fees). For other prizes and to register, see the event website.
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