Folks on Spokes Ride/Step Forward Memorial Walk on Sunday, October 3 at Fowler Field in Milford

Bridges Healthcare’s annual Folks on Spokes Ride/Step Forward Memorial Walk fundraiser for mental health and addiction recovery services is scheduled for Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Fowler Field in Milford.  As one of Connecticut's longest-running charitable bike rides, this year is the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Folks on Spokes Ride portion of the event.

Co-founders of the Ride, Ray Vitali and Al Diamond, will serve as the event’s honorary Grand Marshals. To celebrate 30 years, the Ride/Walk will feature special anniversary activities including music, food, memorabilia and much more. Metro Star Properties is the presenting sponsor for this year’s special event.

Event participants can ride or walk in-person or virtually using their own routes or any combination of the event’s 5, 10, 20 and 40 mile routes along the scenic CT coastline. Registration fees are $40 per cyclist, $30 per walker, and $15 for kids under 18 which include a free t-shirt and lunch from Subway. CappuGino’s Coffee & Shakes food truck will be on-site serving food and beverages for purchase.

“Since this event began in 1991, the greater Milford community has been riding and now walking to support Bridges Healthcare’s vital programs for mental health and substance abuse. We appreciate the strong bonds we’ve created with our clients, supporters and event sponsors and look forward to remaining Milford’s local connection to health,” says Jennifer Fiorillo, Bridges CEO and President.

Funds raised will support Bridges Healthcare’s work to help those with anxiety, depression, alcohol or substance use in Milford, Orange, West Haven and the surrounding towns.  The COVID-19 pandemic has created an even greater need for these programs and services which provide much needed mental health and addiction recovery support during these unprecedented times.

To register, sponsor or learn more, visit. http://folksonspokes.bridgesct.org.