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Jessica Suriano writes:The Alzheimer's Association is pleased to announce our newest SpecialEvent, designed to generate awareness for the Alzheimer's Associationand raise funds in support of our vital mission.We have partnered with the Baltimore Running Festival, and we will havea team of runners who will participate in the Baltimore Marathon, HalfMarathon & 4 Person Team Relay on Saturday, October 11, 2008. And YOUare invited to be one of them! (Or please feel to pass this messagealong to friends, colleagues or family members who might like toparticipate.)We will be signing up runners over the next few months, with trainingofficially kicking off on June 15th.When you join Team Unforgettable, we will provide you with:- Your entry into the Baltimore Marathon, Half Marathon or Team Relay- Expert coaching, to prepare you for the race, including:      - training manual      - coach - led group long runs      - access to your Coach via email and phone- Fundraising techniques and support, including:      - your own fundraising webpage      - fundraising manual      - support from professional fundraising staff- Team Unforgettable race day singlet- A pre-race Pasta Dinner- Support on Race Day, including a special finish line celebration tent- Plus, you'll meet a group of runners who will motivate and inspire youIn exchange, Team Unforgettable runners will:- Raise funds vital to the mission of the Alzheimer's Association: toeliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; toprovide and enhance care for all affected; and to reduce the risk ofdementia through the promotion of brain health.- Provide help and hope to the 5.2 million Americans living withAlzheimer's disease, and support for the families who love and care forthem.Information Sessions are scheduled to learn more about this excitingopportunity. Please RSVP by email or phone if you would like to attend.Wednesday, April 23rd, 6 pm      Alzheimer's Association office 1850 York Road, Suite D Timonium, MD 21093Thursday, May 1st, 6 pm             Alzheimer's Association office  1850 York Road, Suite D Timonium, MD 21093Saturday, May 3rd, 10 am           DuBurns Arena  1301 S. Ellwood Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21224 Every 72 seconds, someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Be partof the solution.____________________________________________ Jessica W. SurianoDevelopment DirectorAlzheimer's Association, Greater Maryland Chapter 1850 York Road, Suite DTimonium, MD 21093410-561-9099, xt. 206410-561-3433 (fax)www.alz.org/marylandJessica.Suriano@alz.org Become an Alzheimer's Champion!Visit www.actionalz.org