The Friends of SMEC are hosting its annual Health and Wellness Walk-a-Thon on September 28.

The non-profit parent group supports the Dartmouth-based Southeastern Massachusetts Educational Collaborative. The organization provides programs and services to supplement special education resources of its nine member public school districts. 

The walk-a-thon will be held at 56 Bridge Street in Fairhaven. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the walk starts at 9:30 a.m. The rain date is September 29. 

Sponsorships are still being sought for the event. For information about the event, sponsoring the walk-a-thon, donating or contributing a gift, or volunteering, call Sherri Tetrault at (508) 998-5599 x130.