Davenport, Iowa - You'd think the title of this story didn't make sense. That is until you realize the Leprechaun is back, a ghost has been added and the Quad Cities will come together for the 2015 CASI St. Patrick's Day Race on March 14, 2015 to benefit the Center For Active Seniors or CASI as it is known to so many.
In its 33rd year, CASI's St. Patrick's Day race, presented by Russell Construction, is THE major fundraiser for the Center for Active Seniors.
"Led by a friendly Leprechaun, nearly 3000 runners and walkers race through downtown Davenport, to help raise funds to support CASI's mission of providing services to senior citizens in the Quad City Region," said Laura Kopp, President/CEO of CASI. "More than $60,000 was raised in 2014 and with a leprechaun on our side, 2015 will be even bigger."
Programs available through CASI include senior advocacy services to more than 5,000 families annually in addition to daily activities, community forums, fitness and health initiatives, educational sessions and much more. All proceeds raised benefit CASI programs.
And the ghost? New for 2015 is "Ghost" race registration allowing everyone to help support seniors. As a ghost, you don't actually participate in the race. Instead, your $30 registration is a donation which includes a t-shirt available during packet pickup and the peace of mind knowing you, too, are helping Quad City seniors.
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CASI St. Patrick's Day Race, presented by Russell Construction includes: |
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Registration |
Race Day |
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Tot Trot |
9:00 am |
$17 |
$20 |
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$10/addtl child thru age 7 |
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Family Fun Run |
9:30am |
$17 |
$20 |
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5K |
10:00am |
$35 |
$40 |
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Ghost Runner |
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$30 |
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Awards & After Party |
11:00am |
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Packet Pick-up is Friday, March 13, 2015, at the Figge Art Museum in downtown Davenport on 2nd Street between Harrison & Main Friday, March 13, 2015 from Noon- 6:30 pm and Race Day, Saturday morning, March 14th from 7:00 am- 10:00 am.
So become a ghost, see the leprechaun and help support seniors in the Quad Cities by Join in the fun on March 14th at CASI's 33rd Annual St. Patricks Day Race. Learn more at www.CASIseniors.org and click on the Get Me Registered Icon.
The Center For Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI) was established in 1972 and serves the needs of older adults by providing a variety of events and activities focused on health and wellness, social engagement, lifelong learning, and community involvement. CASI also provides a senior advocacy program to assist older adults, their families, and caregivers in needs assessment and referral for services. Jane's Place at CASI is the only adult day services center in Eastern Iowa serving adults with Alzheimer's and dementia. For more information about the programs and services offered through CASI, visit www.CASISeniors.org or call (563) 386-7477.
