On Sunday-3-June the ARC of Bergen and Passaic Counties held their annual walk-a-thon in Olsen Park in Bogota NJ. This year marked the 71 th anniversary of the ARC assisting those suffering Mental or Physical handicap, and their Families, maintain a positive quality of life. Before the walk began Tracy Welsh welcome everyone in attendance, both walkers , and their supports.
The walk began with Grand Marshal Maggie Estrada, with her family, cut the ribbon to start the walk. Then the Bogota High School Marching Buccaneer Band leading the walking on the first of their three laps, or 4.5 miles, around the park. After the walkers finished their journey they were treated to a Hot Dog lunch and music from Diamond Jim and the Gems.
There was also some arts & crafts and face painting to take part in.
For more information about The ARC of Bergen & Passaic Counties please visit their website at: http://www.arcbp.com/
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