10K Mud Run Event in Jacksonville

National Multiple Sclerosis Society—North Florida Chapter
Announces Plans for a New Fundraising Event
–Inaugural ‘Mud Run’ Event Planned for February—

Jacksonville, FL (December 9, 2008)—The North Florida Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS-NFL) will add a new fundraiser to their roster of events beginning in 2009. The MS Mud Run Jacksonville will be held February 28, 2009, marking the first time an event of this type will be held in Northeast Florida, announced Jennifer Lee, President of NMSS-NFL.

The MS Mud Run Jacksonville is a 10K, boot camp-style obstacle course race, with most of the obstacles surrounded by (or consisting entirely of) mud. Individuals, teams of two and teams of five will compete for prizes and the satisfaction of a doing a dirty job very well. “The point is not to finish fast, but to finish with style,” said Lee.

“Mud Runs and similar events have been established in many cities around the country and have been quite successful, with thousands of people participating” added Lee. “We thought this type of event would be a great addition to our fundraising efforts and provide a terrific entertainment opportunity to participants and spectators alike here in Northeast Florida. And it’s a perfect tie-in to the MS positioning of “Join the Movement.’”

NMSS-NFL is well known for its Walk event in the Spring and its Bike event in the Fall. These events, with others, helped the Chapter raise $2.2 million for MS programs and research during 2008.

The MS Mud Run Jacksonville will be held on a parcel of open property at Cecil Commerce Center, from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM on February 28, 2009. Food and beverage vendors will be available and entertainment is planned throughout the day to provide a festival atmosphere for the event. A registration Web site will be available beginning January 1, 2009 at www.mudrunjax.com. Registration fees are $40 per person and each participant will agree to raise a minimum of $100 for NMSS-NFL. Simple online fundraising tools will be available to participants to help them make the fundraising easy.

Volunteer opportunities and event sponsorships are available for individuals and companies wanting to become involved. For information about volunteering, sponsorships or the event in general, visit www.nationalmssociety.org/FLN or call (904) 332-6810.

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Fête des Artisans - Charleston, SC

November 6, 2008

6:30 pm

Enjoy an evening with a French Flair at The American College of the Building Arts (ACBA). Visit the Charleston’s hottest new district rich in culture and cuisine. Urban warehouses, historic structures, silent auction, French market fare and exquisite craftsmanship. Don’t miss your opportunity to meet ACBA’s rising Artisans and tour their workshop. Please join ACBA at it’s Building Campus at the Navy Yard at Noisette - now home to the most promising building artisans in the world and become an ACBA supporter during this years Fall Fundraiser!

• Dine French Market Fare
  Enjoy Festive Cocktails
  Bid on Fabulous Silent Auction Items
  Craftmanship
  Tour Student Workshops

11/06/2008

Navy Yard at Noisette
Ten Storehouse Row, 2120 Noisette Blvd. North Charleston
www.buildingartscollege.us
6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Cost/admission price:$50 in advance, $60 at the door

Attire: Business Casual or French Fabulous
Silent Auction!! 843-577-5245