Community Events

2012 NAMIWalk Minnesota (4788)

09/22/2012 11:30 AM - 09/22/2012 12:00 AM

NAMIWalks, Changing Minds One Step at a Time, celebrates hope! Join over 3500 walkers on September 22, 2012 to raise the public's awareness of mental illnesses and end the stigma surrounding it. Happenings in the Park Enjoy entertainment by the band High
& Mighty, plan a picnic in the park, have your team photo taken, create signs in the kid's tent or honor a loved one on the Tree of Hope.

Location: Minnehaha Park

Minneapolis, MN
United States

Sponsoring Organizations: UHS, Sunrise Premium, and many Minnesota Local Sponsors

Type of Event: Walk/Run

Website: http://namiwalks.org

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