Face painting and more fun at Play for the Day
Camp Sweeney’s “Play for the Day” Festival is the official start to summer in Lake Highlands, with food and fun at the newly christened Walne Park. The 5K race kicks off at 9 a.m. on Memorial Day Monday, May 25, followed by a 10:30 a.m. Family Fun Run.
Proceeds support Camp Sweeney for children with Type I Diabetes, sometimes called juvenile diabetes. Camp Sweeney helps children learn to administer insulin shots, test blood sugars and make healthy diet choices. For diabetic kids, experiencing the joys of “sleepaway camp” might be impossible without the medical supervision provided by highly trained counselors.
The fun begins with a 5K race on a timed and certified course, followed by a family fun run for friends of all ages. The free outdoor festival features live music, games and rides. Dogs and strollers are welcome.
Runners may register as a team or individual online here. Donors may contribute here. Walne Park is at 9443 Church Road across from Lake Highlands High School.
Dr. Ernie Fernandez with Sweeney campers and friends
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Blogger CAROL TOLER and her husband, Toby, are the parents of four LHHS graduates. She has an MBA from SMU and is the proud recipient of the Exchange Club of LH’s Unsung Hero Award and Councilman McGough’s Blake Anderson Public Service Award. She received LHHS PTA’s Extended Service Award, FMJH PTA’s Charger Award and a Life Membership from the LHFC PTA. She has moderated candidate debates for Dallas Mayor, Dallas City Council and RISD Trustee races and taught seminars on garnering publicity for nonprofits. She completed training with Dallas Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation and Inside RISD, and she’s a sustaining member of LH Women’s League. She has served on the boards of After8 to Educate, Dallas Free Press, Healing Hands Ministries and Camp Sweeney and chaired fundraisers for multiple Dallas nonprofits. Email ctoler@advocatemag.com.