Our friends at WBCS are hosting the Pink Energy 5K Run/Walk! It takes place July 24 at German Fest at the Summerfest Grounds in Milwaukee.
Packet pickup starts at 5 PM and the race begins at 7:30 PM, with all proceeds supporting breast and prostate cancer research. ABCD Board member Lisa Gibb has organized a team, and we’d love for you to be part of it!
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