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INEVENTS Shaler Celebrates Community Day Shaler Community Day is an annual celebration held on the 4th of July at Kiwanis Park for friends and neighbors of all ages. It has been a community staple for more than 40 years. What began as a gathering on the 4th of July at Kiwanis Park to enjoy fireworks has turned into a time to celebrate the community at large with family and friends. Each year, the event includes food vendors, children’s activities, a community tent with business and organization booths, a DJ., fire truck rides and the Jane Neely 5K race. Crawford Pool is also open 12 to 5 p.m. during Community Day. The Jane Neely 5K began more than 10 years ago as a tribute to Jane. Jane Neely was diagnosed with postpartum cardiomyopathy after the birth of her second son in 1985. She received a heart transplant in 1988 and began work as an ambassador for donation at the Center for Organ Recovery and Education. Neely passed away in June 2005 due to complications from her second heart transplant in April of that year. Proceeds from the race its first year went to benefit the Center for Organ Recovery and Education. In recent years, the proceeds have benefited various community groups, most recently raising more than $2,000 for the Shaler Area Backpack Initiative. Photos by Primetime Shots. 12 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ icmags.com