
86 the Stigma: World Mental Health Day at Bear’s - POSTPONED - NEW DATE TBD
An 8.6 mile group bike ride rolls out for World Mental Health Day, then shifts into vendor popups and fundraising for Linked4Life. The afternoon wraps with an 80s themed dance party built for connection and stigma busting.
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