Greater Michigan Chapter Names Advocate as Chocolate Jubilee Keynote Speaker
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He is also ambassador for the First Congressional District and an active member of the Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer’s Network (DIAN), an international research partnership of leading scientists dedicated to studying the rare genetic mutation carried in his family.“I hope all those attending the Chocolate Jubilee truly get to understand what families of those with Alzheimer’s go through.” Additional remarks will be made by event Co-Chairs Mari Barnett and Marlene Emerson and Lepard.Following Leightner’s address, guests will enjoy live music by Mel Ball and Colours, dancing followed by the grandly displayed and extensive chocolate tastings from 18 chocolate exhibitors, including but not limited to MGM Grand Detroit, Angels Bake ‘n’ Cakes and A Serendipity Cakery, starting at 9 p.m. For more information, to purchase tickets or learn about the live auction packages, which include a luxury vacation in Cabo San Lucas, passes to the 2017 Masters Tournament and tickets to Super Bowl LI, call 248-996-1050, visit www.alz.org/gmc or contact event manager Maureen OReilly at moreilly@alz.org.The Greater Michigan Chapter is headquartered in Southfield, with regional offices in Alpena, Grand Rapids, Marquette, Midland and Traverse City.Following Leightner’s address, guests will enjoy live music by Mel Ball and Colours, dancing followed by the grandly displayed and extensive chocolate tastings from 18 chocolate exhibitors, including but not limited to MGM Grand Detroit, Angels Bake ‘n’ Cakes and A Serendipity Cakery, starting at 9 p.m.For more information, to purchase tickets or learn about the live auction packages, which include a luxury vacation in Cabo San Lucas, passes to the 2017 Masters Tournament and tickets to Super Bowl LI, call 248-996-1050, visit www.alz.org/gmc or contact event manager Maureen OReilly at moreilly@alz.org.About the Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Michigan ChapterFounded in 1981, the Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Michigan Chapter is a private, nonprofit, voluntary health organization and one of more than 80 chapters across the United States.