SuperWalkers raise more than $50K in Peterborough
Parkinson’s fundraiser attracts 100 people ready to walk
This year’s Parkinson SuperWalk, held Sept. 8 at Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School, raised an amazing amount -- just over $50,000, thanks to the efforts of Lanny and Nancy Thomas, Joe van Kouverden, over 40 volunteers and more than 100 walkers. The funds will go towards Parkinson research and support services.
Members of the Peterborough Movers and Shakers team raised $27,418 to finish in third place in Canada. Vivian Heinmiller was the top local walker raising $8,400.
Other “SuperWalkers" who raised more than $1,000 each included John Carley, Wade Cook, Gregg Endicott, Catherine Heinmiller, Rene Lamontagne, Margaret Pearson, Cheryl Peck, Linda Slavin, Ann Thibodeau, Lanny Thomas, and Joe Van Koeverden.
The Peterborough/Kawartha Lakes Chapter of Parkinson Canada has participated in Parkinson SuperWalk for 23 years and has raised over $600,000 for research, advocacy, education and support since in that time,” says chapter member Vivien Heinmiller.
Members of Peterborough Taoist Tai Chi Chapter formed a team for the walk and did a Tai Chi demonstration during registration while the team from Active Living ran a warmup for the walkers before the event.
The morning also included face painting, a silent auction, draw prizes and lunch following the walk.
Organizers would like to thank the sponsors who also helped make the day such a success.
“We are grateful for the support of sponsors of the Walk including Active Living, Dr. ED’s Gentle Chiropractic, Endicott Fuels, Extendicare Canada, Ed Lacey Wealth Management Specialist of Investors Group, The King Street Market, The Lions Club of Peterborough, Peterborough Volkswagen, Ricart Inc., and media sponsors CHEX Peterborough, FreshRadio 100.5 and The WOLF 101.5FM,” said Heinmiller.
The Peterborough Chapter is a volunteer group with regular meetings held the third Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at Canterbury Gardens, 1414 Sherbrooke St. For further information about Parkinson’s or the chapter call Cheryl Rice at 705-742-0871.
If you missed the walk and would like to make a donation to one of the walkers, it’s not too late; you have until the end of September! Just visit parkinsonsuperwalk.ca and click on Peterborough.
Donkey Sanctuary
Help the Primrose Donkey Sanctuary celebrate World Animal Day Sunday from 1 until 4 p.m. at the Sanctuary located at 1296 Bowmanton Rd., Roseneath.
Learn all about donkey care, share in expert demonstrations, tour the barn and sanctuary, meet the animals and maybe even get a donkey hug! Complimentary refreshments will be available.
There is no admission charge, but donations would be gratefully accepted. Charitable tax receipts will be available.
For further information visit PrimroseDonkeySanctuary.com or email primrosedonkeysanctuary@gmail.com
Taste of the Gardens
Lunch with a purpose! Enjoy a delicious menu showcase and luncheon Thursday from 11 a.m. until 1:30p.m. at Princess Gardens Retirement Residence, 100 Charlotte St. All profits go to Kawartha Food Share.
The luncheon features The Gardens of Peterborough Retirement Residences signature soup and sandwich lunch with dining service suppliers and dining staff also serving a variety of food samples of the Gardens menu offerings.
Raffle tickets will also be sold for a gift basket and variety of baked treats.
The cost for the luncheon is $10. For further information call 705-750-1234.