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Lace up your sneakers. Start your pedometers. Head to Elgin this weekend for three walking events that are sure to get your feet moving and your heart pumping. You’ll even benefit the community, too!
21st Annual Cemetery Walk, Hosted by the Elgin Area Historical Society Sunday, September 28, Noon – 3:30 pm
Bluff City Cemetery, 945 Bluff City Blvd
Costumed tour guides will introduce six former Elgin residents during the walk: Dr. William Todd; Joseph Forrdrescher; Katie Thiele; Judge David Sherwood; Alice Byrd Potter; and Libbie Samuelson. Local historian Marge Edwards will share her insights about Victorian funeral superstitions. Cost is $6 and children under 14, $3. For additional info call 847-742-4248.
“Moving with the Mayor” Saturday, September 27, 9am – 12pm, Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Avenue
Along with the walks enjoy a wellness fair. Proceeds benefit Activate Elgin. To register, go to www.activateelgin.com.
“Come Walk with Us!” Sunday, September 28, 1pm, Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Avenue
Warm-up and stretch with Dr. Landin and then take part in the 5k walk. Proceeds from Y Walk will benefit programs for families at the YWCA Elgin. For more info and to register call 847.742.7930 or www.ywcaelgin.org
Explore the many other activities awaiting in Downtown Elgin if you are craving local culture, food or recreation. View a weekly list of “Downtown Elgin’s Top 10” here http://www.downtownelgin.blogspot.com and find other ways to stay on track in Elgin.
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