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Lee's Summit, MO 64063

Consider Yourself Invited!

March 20, 2024

June 22st marks the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, the day with the most daylight hours. Embracing that light, the Alzheimer's Association has adopted that day for the annual The Longest Day awareness and fundraising campaign. By turning passion into purpose through various day-long events with activities that are near and dear to the participants, the light of hope outshines the darkness of Alzheimer’s and other dementias. This day is symbolic in raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and is a way to show our support to individuals, caregivers, and families affected by Alzherimer’s long and challenging journey. Funds raised during The Longest Day advance the care, support, and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Awareness around and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease is a passion for Family Shepherd. So is music and art. Research has shown us that art, especially music, is one of the last areas of the brain that is affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. This allows people with Alzheimer’s disease to continue connecting with people, memories, and emotions through music, even those in later stages of the disease. Family Shepherd works with families everyday who are touched by the effects of this disease and have committed to being part of The Longest Day in their honor. Family Shepherd is partnering with the Lee’s Summit Jazz Orchestra for the The Longest Day event on June 22nd.

This will feature art vendors, food trucks, and 10 hours of live jazz music played by the Lee’s Summit Jazz Orchestra. A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Alzheimer's Association. Come out and support Alzheimer’s awareness and research efforts while enjoying 10 hours of live music, local food trucks, and various art vendors. This is a fun event where you and your family can support individuals and their families touched by Alzheimer’s disease while enjoying great music, inspiring art, and delicious food.

WHO: You! You are invited to this family fun event to support a great cause.

WHAT: The Longest Day, featuring Eight Live Acts, Food Trucks, Art Vendors - Supported by Family Shepherd

WHEN: June 22, 2024, Noon to 9:30pm

WHERE: Bridge Space, 210 W Market St. in downtown Lee’s Summit

WHY: Support Alzheimer's awareness, treatments, and research

HOW: LSjazzFest.com

Together we can make a difference- see you there!

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