Buddy Walk 2011

Let's "Rock the Buddy Walk!"

When: Saturday, September 24, 2011
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. -- Walk at 12 Noon!

Where: AT&T Bricktown Ballpark
Reno Avenue and Mickey Mantle Drive
Downtown Oklahoma City, OK

Buddy Walk festivities begin at 9:00 a.m. The Walk is set for 12 Noon!

There will be entertainment for all ages, including:

• A musical performance by The Sugar Free Allstars, http://www.sugarfreeallstars.com, beginning at 11 a.m.
• Infants and toddlers can enjoy Toddler Town with toys and activities created especially for them by Sensational Kids, Inc., http://www.sensationalkidsokc.com.
• Raffle prizes, pony rides, moon bounces, information and resources for families.
• Our teens and adults will be rocking as well in a dance marathon!

Food may be purchased at the Ballpark or the surrounding restaurants. Bottled water will be provided.

The Buddy Walk is one of DSACO's most important events of the year. More than 3,000 people from the Oklahoma City area and around the state walk to promote awareness for all people with Down syndrome. In addition, funds are raised to support research, education and advocacy efforts.

The Buddy Walk® was created by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) in 1995 to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October and to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. The Buddy Walk has grown from 17 walks to nearly 300 walks planned for 2011 across the country and around the world. Last year alone, 285,000 people participated in Buddy Walk! They raised more than $11.2 million to benefit local programs and services as well as the national advocacy initiatives that benefit all individuals with Down syndrome.

Visit the Buddy Walk Committee page for Buddy Walk Planning Meetings