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March 30-31, 2007
Middle & West Tennessee Sarcoidosis Support Group
Natchez Trace State Park (Wildersville, TN)
This Spring Conference & Retreat will address topics including pulmonary sarcoidosis, neuropathy, talking with your physician and tips for caregivers. For additional information contact Patricia Coleman at 731-986-9832 or download the Registration Form.
March 7, 2007
Sarcoidosis Symposium at Olive Harvey Auditorium
Chicago, Illinois
FSR will present a lecture entitled 'The Importance of Sarcoidosis Research' during this conference hosted by the Chicago Southside Sarcoidosis Support Group and the Let's Breathe Sarcoidosis Support Group North Shore. For more information, contact Doris Peterson at 312-218-9866 or Brenda Harris at 847-731-3110.
February 3, 2007
K.I.S.S. Chicago 2007
Chicago, Illinois
Hundreds of supporters, patients and their families will gather at this gala event to raise national awareness of sarcoidosis and to launch Sarcoidosis Awareness Week at this FUNdraising event. Order Tickets.
January 15, 2007
Martin Luther King Marade (Denver, CO)
Members of the Denver Sarcoidosis Awareness Support Group will hand out sarcoidosis educational information at a booth during this annual event.
January 14, 2007
Pauline Vasiliaskas Memorial
Houston Marathon (Houston, TX)
In November 2004 on vacation with friends and family, Pauline Vasiliaskas beloved wife and mother of two, had her life taken away suddenly due to undiagnosed sarcoidosis. Her friend, Esther Lewis will run the Houston marathon to raise money for research in her honor. Donate to support this cause.
January 2007
Food is Fun with Chef Charles (Bryn Mawr, PA)
A portion of proceeds from this six-week pastry cooking class held at the Wilde Thyme Cafe (1149 Lancaster Avenue, Bryn Mawr) will be donated in memory of Chef Charles' sister Debora Williams Ball. For more information contact Wilde Thyme at 610- 581-7700 or email inquires to BRIANSBEST1@aol.com.
November 29, 2006
The Doug Dank Project
PushPush Theater (Decatur, Georgia)
Hosted in memory of Joseph Scornaienchi, proceeds from this unique, long-form improvisation show inspired by the personal stories of his wife and November 29 guest monologist Kim Wall will benefit FSR. Tickets are available at the door for $10, with 100% of proceeds donated to FSR. For more information visit: www.thedougdankproject.com.
October 21 - 26, 2006
Chest 2006 - Annual Meeting of the American College of Chest Physicians (Salt Lake City)
FSR will attend this meeting to present abstract awards to clinical researchers focused on mechanisms to assess Health Related Quality of Life (HQRL) in sarcoidosis patients.
September 30-October 1, 2006
NBC-5 Chicago Health Expo (Navy Pier, Chicago)
Visit with FSR Staff and Board Members at the NBC Health Expo to learn more about this devastating disease or to enjoy dance, golf, rock climbing, fitness and healthy cooking demonstrations.
September 19, 2006
Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day
Sponsored by the DHHS Office of Minority Health, Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day is a campaign that focuses on the disparities between the health of racial and ethnic minorities and the general population. FSR is pleased to support this campaign which encourages individuals to seek regular health care instead of waiting until there is an emergency to see a doctor. For more information visit: the Office of Minority Health Web site.
September 8, 2006
Golf in the Darc for Sarc to Benefit FSR (Denver, CO)
Organized by Kirk R. Mease, sarcoidosis patient and Head Golf Professional at Wellshire Golf Club, this glow ball tournament event is scheduled for September 8, 2006 at Kennedy Golf Course. For more information contact Kirk Mease at 303-757-3135.
July 22, 2006
Benefit to Honor Brian Eidem (Minnesota)
Friends and family of the late Brian Eidem gathered in Minnesota to raise more than $3000 to support for cardiac sarcoidosis research and education.
Scrub Out Sarcoidosis (June-July 2006)
Patient Letia James sold Arbonne Awaken Sea Salt Scrubs and received monetary donations from customers around the country totaling more than $1100 to benefit FSR.
July 21, 2006
KISSes for the Future at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) in the largest futures exchange in the United States. Staff and volunteers will be at the CME to hand out 'KISSes' during this inaugural FUNdraiser to raise important funds for future sarcoidosis research.
July 2006
Dry Eye Awareness Month
Dry eye is a serious condition that occurs when changes to the health of the tear-producing glands affect the quantity and quality of tears produced and the tear film can no longer provide enough nourishment or protection to the surface of the eye. In addition to environmental factors, certain medical conditions, including sarcoidosis, can aggravate dry eye. FSR is proud to join with the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American College of Rheumatology, American Optometric Association and other national organizations in supporting this important campaign organized by the National Women's Health Resource Center. Read the Read the FSR Press Release or visit the National Women's Health Resource Center Web site to learn more.
June 6, 2006
FSR will be featured as the GoodSearch 'Charity of the Day'. GoodSearch is a search engine powered by Yahoo, but the first time you visit the site, you can designate FSR as your favorite charity. Then every time you search, money is generated to support the Foundation (each search = about 1 cent for FSR).
Please spread the word to your friends and family about this simple fundraising tool. Visit GoodSearch and follow the instructions to select the 'Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR)' as your charity (search 'sarcoidosis' to find us), then
click 'verify'. Learn More.
May 31, 2006
World No Tobacco Day
Cigarette smoking causes an estimated 440,000 deaths, or about 1 of every 5 deaths, each year in the United States alone. On average, adults who smoke cigarettes die 13–14 years earlier than nonsmokers. World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is celebrated around the world every year on May 31. This yearly celebration informs the public on the dangers of using tobacco, the business practices of tobacco companies, what the World Health Organization (WHO) is doing to fight the tobacco epidemic and what people around the world can do to claim their right to health and healthy living and to protect future generations. More information is available through the WHO Tobacco Free Initiative and from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.
May 19-24, 2006
American Thoracic Society (ATS) International Conference (San Diego, CA)
FSR will attend this meeting as an exhibitor (Booth #128) and to present a poster detailing recent Foundation accomplishments during the Public Advisory Roundtable Poster Session. The Foundation will also present two abstract awards to researchers. The first, focused on the role of mycobacterial antigens in sarcoidosis will be awarded through the ATS Allergy, Inflammation and Immunology Assembly and one to assess the long-term prognosis of people diagnosed with sarcoidosis will be awarded through the ATS Clinical Problems Assembly. Information on the annual $100,000 ATS/FSR Partnership Research Grant will be made available to the more than 15,000 clinicians and researchers who attend the meeting.
April 9-12, 2006
BIO 2006 (Chicago, Illinois)
FSR will exhibit in the 'Patient & Medical Health Advocacy Display' area of this important conference sponsored by the Biotechnology Industry Organization to bring together academic research institutions and investors from all 50 states and 60 countries.
April 2006
Shop and Share at Jewel
Zion, Illinois
Friends and family will honor the memory of Foundation Supporter Alphonso Ball through their local grocery store's 'Shop and Share' Program.
March 25, 2006
Midwest Sarcoidosis Conference
Skokie, Illinois
FSR presented a lecture entitled 'The Importance of Sarcoidosis Research' during this conference hosted by the Chicago Southside Sarcoidosis Support Group and the Let's Breathe Sarcoidosis Support Group North Shore. For more information, contact Doris Peterson at 773-732-6188 or Brenda Harris at 847-731-3110.
March 17, 2006
KISSes and Shamrocks at the Chicago Board of Trade
Chicago, Illinois
Last year more than 300 Board Members and other individuals joined to donate over $2100. St. Patrick’s Day at the Chicago Board of Trade was lucky again this year for the Foundation. Staff and volunteers participated in this FUNdraiser featuring one-of-a-kind items donated by the World Champion Chicago White Sox.
February 16, 2006
DECA: Fashion Fundraiser to Benefit FSR
Austin, Texas
Presented by students at McNeil High School in Austin, this fashion show honored the father of a student who lost his battle with sarcoidosis and raised more than $800 for research. For more information, contact Gloria Evans, DECA Sponsor at 512-464-6359.
February 4, 2006
K.I.S.S. Naples
Naples, Florida
Hosted by a family with a young loved one affected by sarcoidosis, this pre-Valentine’s Day K.I.S.S. dinner-dance coincided with the launch of awareness week efforts throughout the country. For more information about the K.I.S.S. Naples event, please contact event organizer, Kristy Schryver at 239-398-5328.
February 4, 2006
K.I.S.S. Chicago 2006
Chicago, Illinois
Hundreds of supporters, patients and their families joined to raise national awareness of sarcoidosis and important funds to support sarcoidosis research and to launch Sarcoidosis Awareness Week at this FUNdraising event.
September 16-29, 2005
The Worth Collection - Fall/Winter Trunk Show & Fashion Fundraiser
(Chicago, IL)
FSR is pleased to be the recipient of 5% of proceeds from The Worth Collection's Fall/Winter Trunk Show to be held at the Chicago Athletic Association. Worth is a private New York designer who offers its line of custom-designed, ready-to-wear clothing through private trunk shows. To make an appointment to see the Collection please call Mary Kay Wysham at 773-329-6566 or email her at mkwysham@usa.net.
August 20-21, 2005
Cleveland Clinic Presents: Sarcoidosis: Old Questions & New Approaches (Prof/CME); Integrating Sarcoidosis Care: Trends and Treatment (Patients)
(Cleveland, OH)
FSR is pleased to join the Cleveland Clinic and Course Co-Director Dr. Dan Culver as an exhibitor at two important and concurrent conferences. A one-day conference on August 20 is targeted toward health professionals caring for patients with sarcoidosis and offers information on treatment modalities and recent epidemiologic insights in both case-based presentations and panel discussions. CME credit (AMA/category 1 and AOA/category 2) is available for this activity. A day and a half program (August 20-21) for patients and their families is designed to provide the latest information on disease management, treatments and support mechanisms. Professionals who want more information or to register should call 216-444-5696 or visit www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/registration.htm. Patients who want more information or to register should call 216-445-0574.
August 12, 2005
It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere Golf Tournament in memory of Ken Felts
(Fishers, Indiana)
Ken Felts' (shown at right) life was cut short due to undiagnosed cardiac sarcoidosis. To honor him and to celebrate his life while helping researchers come closer to finding the cause of and better treatments for this disease, his family will host a golf tournament to benefit FSR. More information is available at: www.5oclocksomewheregolf.com.
June 12-15, 2005
World Association of Sarcoidosis and other Granulomatous Disorders 8th WASOG Meeting
(Denver, CO)
FSR is pleased to partner with WASOG by sponsoring a lecture given by FSR Scientific Advisory Board Chair David Moller entitled "Evidence of Infection in Sarcoidosis, Clues from a Proteomics Approach". In addition, as part of our commitment to filling the critical gaps facing sarcoidosis research, during the meeting, FSR will present abstract awards to two promising young investigators.
May 22-25, 2005
American Thoracic Society (ATS) International Conference
(San Diego, California)
FSR will attend this meeting as an exhibitor (Booth #2247) and to present a poster detailing recent Foundation accomplishments during the Public Advisory Roundtable Poster Session. The Foundation will also present four abstract awards to researchers. Two, focused on the cellular development of sarcoidosis will be awarded through the ATS Allergy, Inflammation and Immunology Assembly and two focused on treatments for sarcoidosis will be awarded through the ATS Clinical Problems Assembly. Information on the annual $100,000 ATS/FSR Partnership Research Grant will be made available to the more than 15,000 clinicians and researchers who attend the meeting.
February 5, 2005
K.I.S.S. CHICAGO 2005 - Salvage One
Each February, FSR hosts a nationwide education and awareness campaign, Kick In to Stop Sarcoidosis™ (K.I.S.S.). In 2005, the week commenced with a gala themed fundraising event, held in Chicago on Saturday, February 5th. More than 450 supporters, patients and their families joined famed Boston Celtics player William Russell and his daughter Karen, both patients to raise national awareness of sarcoidosis and to raise more than $150,000 to support sarcoidosis research. Read the K.I.S.S. Press Release.
January 22-23, 2005
NBC Health Expo - Navy Pier
Visit with FSR Staff and Board Members at the NBC Health Expo to learn more about this devastating disease or to enjoy dance, golf, rock climbing, fitness and healthy cooking demonstrations. The hours are 10:00-5:00 on Saturday and 10:00-5:00 on Sunday.
Middle & West Tennessee Sarcoidosis Support Group
Natchez Trace State Park (Wildersville, TN)
This Spring Conference & Retreat will address topics including pulmonary sarcoidosis, neuropathy, talking with your physician and tips for caregivers. For additional information contact Patricia Coleman at 731-986-9832 or download the Registration Form.
March 7, 2007
Sarcoidosis Symposium at Olive Harvey Auditorium
Chicago, Illinois
FSR will present a lecture entitled 'The Importance of Sarcoidosis Research' during this conference hosted by the Chicago Southside Sarcoidosis Support Group and the Let's Breathe Sarcoidosis Support Group North Shore. For more information, contact Doris Peterson at 312-218-9866 or Brenda Harris at 847-731-3110.
February 3, 2007
K.I.S.S. Chicago 2007
Chicago, Illinois
Hundreds of supporters, patients and their families will gather at this gala event to raise national awareness of sarcoidosis and to launch Sarcoidosis Awareness Week at this FUNdraising event. Order Tickets.
January 15, 2007
Martin Luther King Marade (Denver, CO)
Members of the Denver Sarcoidosis Awareness Support Group will hand out sarcoidosis educational information at a booth during this annual event.
January 14, 2007
Pauline Vasiliaskas Memorial
Houston Marathon (Houston, TX)
In November 2004 on vacation with friends and family, Pauline Vasiliaskas beloved wife and mother of two, had her life taken away suddenly due to undiagnosed sarcoidosis. Her friend, Esther Lewis will run the Houston marathon to raise money for research in her honor. Donate to support this cause.
January 2007
Food is Fun with Chef Charles (Bryn Mawr, PA)
A portion of proceeds from this six-week pastry cooking class held at the Wilde Thyme Cafe (1149 Lancaster Avenue, Bryn Mawr) will be donated in memory of Chef Charles' sister Debora Williams Ball. For more information contact Wilde Thyme at 610- 581-7700 or email inquires to BRIANSBEST1@aol.com.
November 29, 2006
The Doug Dank Project
PushPush Theater (Decatur, Georgia)
Hosted in memory of Joseph Scornaienchi, proceeds from this unique, long-form improvisation show inspired by the personal stories of his wife and November 29 guest monologist Kim Wall will benefit FSR. Tickets are available at the door for $10, with 100% of proceeds donated to FSR. For more information visit: www.thedougdankproject.com.
October 21 - 26, 2006
Chest 2006 - Annual Meeting of the American College of Chest Physicians (Salt Lake City)
FSR will attend this meeting to present abstract awards to clinical researchers focused on mechanisms to assess Health Related Quality of Life (HQRL) in sarcoidosis patients.
September 30-October 1, 2006
NBC-5 Chicago Health Expo (Navy Pier, Chicago)
Visit with FSR Staff and Board Members at the NBC Health Expo to learn more about this devastating disease or to enjoy dance, golf, rock climbing, fitness and healthy cooking demonstrations.
September 19, 2006
Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day
Sponsored by the DHHS Office of Minority Health, Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day is a campaign that focuses on the disparities between the health of racial and ethnic minorities and the general population. FSR is pleased to support this campaign which encourages individuals to seek regular health care instead of waiting until there is an emergency to see a doctor. For more information visit: the Office of Minority Health Web site.
September 8, 2006
Golf in the Darc for Sarc to Benefit FSR (Denver, CO)
Organized by Kirk R. Mease, sarcoidosis patient and Head Golf Professional at Wellshire Golf Club, this glow ball tournament event is scheduled for September 8, 2006 at Kennedy Golf Course. For more information contact Kirk Mease at 303-757-3135.
July 22, 2006
Benefit to Honor Brian Eidem (Minnesota)
Friends and family of the late Brian Eidem gathered in Minnesota to raise more than $3000 to support for cardiac sarcoidosis research and education.
Scrub Out Sarcoidosis (June-July 2006)
Patient Letia James sold Arbonne Awaken Sea Salt Scrubs and received monetary donations from customers around the country totaling more than $1100 to benefit FSR.
July 21, 2006
KISSes for the Future at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) in the largest futures exchange in the United States. Staff and volunteers will be at the CME to hand out 'KISSes' during this inaugural FUNdraiser to raise important funds for future sarcoidosis research.
July 2006
Dry Eye Awareness Month
Dry eye is a serious condition that occurs when changes to the health of the tear-producing glands affect the quantity and quality of tears produced and the tear film can no longer provide enough nourishment or protection to the surface of the eye. In addition to environmental factors, certain medical conditions, including sarcoidosis, can aggravate dry eye. FSR is proud to join with the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American College of Rheumatology, American Optometric Association and other national organizations in supporting this important campaign organized by the National Women's Health Resource Center. Read the Read the FSR Press Release or visit the National Women's Health Resource Center Web site to learn more.
June 6, 2006
FSR will be featured as the GoodSearch 'Charity of the Day'. GoodSearch is a search engine powered by Yahoo, but the first time you visit the site, you can designate FSR as your favorite charity. Then every time you search, money is generated to support the Foundation (each search = about 1 cent for FSR).
Please spread the word to your friends and family about this simple fundraising tool. Visit GoodSearch and follow the instructions to select the 'Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR)' as your charity (search 'sarcoidosis' to find us), then
click 'verify'. Learn More.
May 31, 2006
World No Tobacco Day
Cigarette smoking causes an estimated 440,000 deaths, or about 1 of every 5 deaths, each year in the United States alone. On average, adults who smoke cigarettes die 13–14 years earlier than nonsmokers. World No Tobacco Day (WNTD) is celebrated around the world every year on May 31. This yearly celebration informs the public on the dangers of using tobacco, the business practices of tobacco companies, what the World Health Organization (WHO) is doing to fight the tobacco epidemic and what people around the world can do to claim their right to health and healthy living and to protect future generations. More information is available through the WHO Tobacco Free Initiative and from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention.
May 19-24, 2006
American Thoracic Society (ATS) International Conference (San Diego, CA)
FSR will attend this meeting as an exhibitor (Booth #128) and to present a poster detailing recent Foundation accomplishments during the Public Advisory Roundtable Poster Session. The Foundation will also present two abstract awards to researchers. The first, focused on the role of mycobacterial antigens in sarcoidosis will be awarded through the ATS Allergy, Inflammation and Immunology Assembly and one to assess the long-term prognosis of people diagnosed with sarcoidosis will be awarded through the ATS Clinical Problems Assembly. Information on the annual $100,000 ATS/FSR Partnership Research Grant will be made available to the more than 15,000 clinicians and researchers who attend the meeting.
April 9-12, 2006
BIO 2006 (Chicago, Illinois)
FSR will exhibit in the 'Patient & Medical Health Advocacy Display' area of this important conference sponsored by the Biotechnology Industry Organization to bring together academic research institutions and investors from all 50 states and 60 countries.
April 2006
Shop and Share at Jewel
Zion, Illinois
Friends and family will honor the memory of Foundation Supporter Alphonso Ball through their local grocery store's 'Shop and Share' Program.
March 25, 2006
Midwest Sarcoidosis Conference
Skokie, Illinois
FSR presented a lecture entitled 'The Importance of Sarcoidosis Research' during this conference hosted by the Chicago Southside Sarcoidosis Support Group and the Let's Breathe Sarcoidosis Support Group North Shore. For more information, contact Doris Peterson at 773-732-6188 or Brenda Harris at 847-731-3110.
March 17, 2006
KISSes and Shamrocks at the Chicago Board of Trade
Chicago, Illinois
Last year more than 300 Board Members and other individuals joined to donate over $2100. St. Patrick’s Day at the Chicago Board of Trade was lucky again this year for the Foundation. Staff and volunteers participated in this FUNdraiser featuring one-of-a-kind items donated by the World Champion Chicago White Sox.
February 16, 2006
DECA: Fashion Fundraiser to Benefit FSR
Austin, Texas
Presented by students at McNeil High School in Austin, this fashion show honored the father of a student who lost his battle with sarcoidosis and raised more than $800 for research. For more information, contact Gloria Evans, DECA Sponsor at 512-464-6359.
February 4, 2006
K.I.S.S. Naples
Naples, Florida
Hosted by a family with a young loved one affected by sarcoidosis, this pre-Valentine’s Day K.I.S.S. dinner-dance coincided with the launch of awareness week efforts throughout the country. For more information about the K.I.S.S. Naples event, please contact event organizer, Kristy Schryver at 239-398-5328.
February 4, 2006
K.I.S.S. Chicago 2006
Chicago, Illinois
Hundreds of supporters, patients and their families joined to raise national awareness of sarcoidosis and important funds to support sarcoidosis research and to launch Sarcoidosis Awareness Week at this FUNdraising event.
September 16-29, 2005
The Worth Collection - Fall/Winter Trunk Show & Fashion Fundraiser
(Chicago, IL)
FSR is pleased to be the recipient of 5% of proceeds from The Worth Collection's Fall/Winter Trunk Show to be held at the Chicago Athletic Association. Worth is a private New York designer who offers its line of custom-designed, ready-to-wear clothing through private trunk shows. To make an appointment to see the Collection please call Mary Kay Wysham at 773-329-6566 or email her at mkwysham@usa.net.
August 20-21, 2005
Cleveland Clinic Presents: Sarcoidosis: Old Questions & New Approaches (Prof/CME); Integrating Sarcoidosis Care: Trends and Treatment (Patients)
(Cleveland, OH)
FSR is pleased to join the Cleveland Clinic and Course Co-Director Dr. Dan Culver as an exhibitor at two important and concurrent conferences. A one-day conference on August 20 is targeted toward health professionals caring for patients with sarcoidosis and offers information on treatment modalities and recent epidemiologic insights in both case-based presentations and panel discussions. CME credit (AMA/category 1 and AOA/category 2) is available for this activity. A day and a half program (August 20-21) for patients and their families is designed to provide the latest information on disease management, treatments and support mechanisms. Professionals who want more information or to register should call 216-444-5696 or visit www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/registration.htm. Patients who want more information or to register should call 216-445-0574.
August 12, 2005
It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere Golf Tournament in memory of Ken Felts
(Fishers, Indiana)
Ken Felts' (shown at right) life was cut short due to undiagnosed cardiac sarcoidosis. To honor him and to celebrate his life while helping researchers come closer to finding the cause of and better treatments for this disease, his family will host a golf tournament to benefit FSR. More information is available at: www.5oclocksomewheregolf.com.
June 12-15, 2005
World Association of Sarcoidosis and other Granulomatous Disorders 8th WASOG Meeting
(Denver, CO)
FSR is pleased to partner with WASOG by sponsoring a lecture given by FSR Scientific Advisory Board Chair David Moller entitled "Evidence of Infection in Sarcoidosis, Clues from a Proteomics Approach". In addition, as part of our commitment to filling the critical gaps facing sarcoidosis research, during the meeting, FSR will present abstract awards to two promising young investigators.
May 22-25, 2005
American Thoracic Society (ATS) International Conference
(San Diego, California)
FSR will attend this meeting as an exhibitor (Booth #2247) and to present a poster detailing recent Foundation accomplishments during the Public Advisory Roundtable Poster Session. The Foundation will also present four abstract awards to researchers. Two, focused on the cellular development of sarcoidosis will be awarded through the ATS Allergy, Inflammation and Immunology Assembly and two focused on treatments for sarcoidosis will be awarded through the ATS Clinical Problems Assembly. Information on the annual $100,000 ATS/FSR Partnership Research Grant will be made available to the more than 15,000 clinicians and researchers who attend the meeting.
February 5, 2005
K.I.S.S. CHICAGO 2005 - Salvage One
Each February, FSR hosts a nationwide education and awareness campaign, Kick In to Stop Sarcoidosis™ (K.I.S.S.). In 2005, the week commenced with a gala themed fundraising event, held in Chicago on Saturday, February 5th. More than 450 supporters, patients and their families joined famed Boston Celtics player William Russell and his daughter Karen, both patients to raise national awareness of sarcoidosis and to raise more than $150,000 to support sarcoidosis research. Read the K.I.S.S. Press Release.
January 22-23, 2005
NBC Health Expo - Navy Pier
Visit with FSR Staff and Board Members at the NBC Health Expo to learn more about this devastating disease or to enjoy dance, golf, rock climbing, fitness and healthy cooking demonstrations. The hours are 10:00-5:00 on Saturday and 10:00-5:00 on Sunday.