Spin-a-thon to benefit special olympics

The Monroe Police Department is holding a spin-a-thon fundraising event to help raise money for the Special Olympics.

Coordinated by Monroe Police Sgt. Cindy Chessie, the day of cycling will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, at Lowe's (19393 Tjerne Place S.E.) in Monroe. The police department is teaming up with Thrive Community Fitness and the Emerald City Athletic Club for the event, which will feature an instructor-led spin workout on 20 stationary bicycles that will be positioned in the Lowe's parking lot.

Participants are welcome to ride for as many hours as they like, at a pace that corresponds with their fitness level. The point of the event, Chessie explained, is to have fun for a great cause.

"Some people ride the whole eight hours,GÇ¥ Chessie said. "In the past, we've been very successful in raising funds for Special Olympics, and I'm hoping we're going to do that again this year.GÇ¥

Pledge sheets are available at Emerald City Athletic Club and Thrive, so that riders can obtain donations for however many hours they plan to ride. Flat donations are also welcome and can be dropped off at Lowe's during the spin-a-thon event. -á

Since 1993, the Monroe Police Department has raised more than $120,000 for Special Olympics with fundraising raffles and events like the spin-a-thon and tip-a-cop.-á

The spin-a-thon event has typically taken place on an annual basis with the exception of last year. -á

"Everyone's welcome,GÇ¥ Chessie said. "Please drop by and see us ' it'll be a great day.GÇ¥-á -á -á -á

For more information on sponsoring a rider or participating in the event, please contact Sgt. Chessie at 360-794-6300.-á