09/09/2026
Joanne Dalessandro, a longtime North Barrington resident, dog lover, friend and neighbor, is living with FSHD, a rare form of muscular dystrophy, and sheβs turning her journey into a fight for a cure.
Join Joanneβs Warriors for the FSHD Walk!
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Saturday, September 12
β° 10:00 AM
π Citizens Park | Barrington, IL
And of course, thereβs a furry side to this fight too! Joanneβs pup Mavrik is part of the team, and participants are encouraged to put on their βFido Fights FSHDβ bandanas and Warrior Caps and walk alongside Joanne.
Reeses Barkery was happy to contribute treats and a raffle basket to help support the event. When our community comes together for one of its own, weβre always happy to lend a paw!
If youβre looking for something meaningful to do this weekend, consider joining Joanneβs Warriors, making a donation, or simply helping spread the word about FSHD.
https://give.fshdsociety.org/team/814884
Good luck to Joanne, Mavrik and ALL of Joanneβs Warriors this Saturday! Weβll be cheering you on!