Spina Bifida Association hosts walk-n-roll fundraiser

Hundreds of children and adults with spina bifida, their families and supporters will meet at the 10th Street entrance of Piedmont Park on Sunday to participate in the annual Walk-N-Roll fundraiser.

The event benefits the Spina Bifida Association of Georgia. It's estimated that nearly 2,000 Georgians have this disabling birth defect. Funds raised from the 3K event will support community outreach and educational programs.

Registration and other activities begin at 1 p.m. and the Walk-N-Roll starts at 3 p.m.

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