Swim for Jesse

Swim for Jesse, an open-water swim race, will take place tomorrow at Joseph Sylvia State Beach, next to the big bridge. Registration for the event begins at 7:30 a.m., with races beginning at 8:30 a.m.

The event is organized by Rebekah Nivala, a student at Wheaton College, and sister Kaija, a regional high school student. Through the fundraiser, the two hope to raise awareness for eosinophilic disease, a chronic digestive system disorder.

Registration fees are $25 per participant. All proceeds will be donated to the CURED Foundation.

There will be three swims, one each for beginning (50 metres), intermediate (200 metres) and advanced swimmers (one mile). Prizes will be awarded to the top three swimmers in each race.

For more information about Swim for Jesse, please contact rebekah.nivala@my.wheaton.edu, or call 630-808-1988.