The ALS Association Northern New England Chapter is excited to announce
community partners for its 2020 Vermont Kickoff Event for the 20th Anniversary Walk to Defeat ALS.

While we won’t be able to gather in person for our Kickoff Event this year, we’re pleased to share that
we have a fun and engaging virtual event planned.

Please join us from the comfort of your own home on Thursday, June 11th, at 5:30 p.m. for a special wine
and cheese pairing tutorial, courtesy of Dedalus Wine Shop, raffles, and live music. Our guest musician,
Michael Hahn, will be performing live songs and sharing special message dedications received from the
Vermont ALS community. Also joining us will be special guest Scott Fleishman of WCAV-TV as our
emcee.

All are invited! For more information, or to RSVP, please contact Karrie Boskee at kboskee@alsanne.org
or 603-856-8072. To livestream the event, connect with us on Facebook at
https://www.facebook.com/ALSA.NorthernNewEngland/.

About The ALS Association
The ALS Association is the largest private funder of ALS research in the world. The Association funds
global research collaborations, provides assistance for people with ALS and their families through our
nationwide network of chapters and certified clinical care centers, and advocates for better public
policies for people with ALS. The ALS Association builds hope and enhances quality of life while urgently
searching for new treatments and a cure. For more information about The ALS Association, visit our
website at www.alsa.org.

About The ALS Association Northern New England Chapter
The ALS Association Northern New England Chapter was founded in 1999 to serve the needs of those
living with ALS and their caregivers in the states of Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire. Our mission is
to discover treatments and a cure for ALS and to serve, advocate for, and empower people with ALS to
live their lives to the fullest. We have made a difference in the lives of people with ALS and their
families for nearly 20 years, coordinating services with care and compassion ensuring that individuals
receive the highest level of support possible to maintain their dignity and independence.
www.alsanne.org