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14th Annual Walk for Independence!

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Dates:Saturday, May 30, 2026 - Saturday, May 30, 2026
Hours:9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Ages:Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:Outdoor
Cost:Free
Category:Fundraisers
Join Us for the 14th Annual Walk for Independence!

The 14th Annual Walk for Independence is happening Saturday, May 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst (100 Carlson Avenue, Newton, MA)!

This free event invites you to walk to raise funds for vision loss and celebrate our community coming together to improve the lives of people with vision loss.

Attendees will complete a 1, 2, or 3-mile walk around the Mount Ida campus, followed by activities for all ages!

Event Timeline:
- Registration: 9:00 a.m.
- Walk Kick-Off: 10:00 a.m.
- Post-Walk BBQ & Activities: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Event Highlights:
- Free BBQ & Popcorn
- Accessible Activities
- Assistive Technology Demonstrations
- Event Emcee: Sam Seavey, founder of The Blind Life
- And more!

Learn More & Register Today HERE!

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carroll.org/walk

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100 Carlson Ave, Newton, MA, 02459 map
Phone: (617) 969-6200

Mount Ida Campus of UMass Amherst, 100 Carlson Ave, Newton, MA

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