My family is organizing All Shook Up for Alz! a fundraiser for benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association on May 21 from 5-10 pm at the K of C #574 in Bloomington. The funds will support The Longest Day an event where we recognize all of those with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers for living long days each day fighting this disease.
The evening includes dinner, a 50/50 raffle and ELVIS performances and music all for $15 for individuals and $25 for families. We are excited to have support from great sponsors: Dr. Joseph Snell – CHIROSMART, Koth, Gregory & nieminski, Knights of Columbus #574, The Furry Family, George Schaefer, and Anonymous to help offset costs of the event. We are still looking for more sponsors. If you are interested please call Theresa at 571-336-6383 or email her at [email protected].
Mom was a huge Elvis fan, and loved saying that when more than two or three of us were gathered she’d say “let’s have a party!” So, that’s what we are doing…having a big party with ELVIS (Dr. Joseph Snell – CHIROSMART) to celebrate her memory and support Alzheimer’s research!!!
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