The Friendship Circle’s annual “Walk With Friendship” walk-a-thon will be held Oct. 13 to raise awareness and funds to support children and teens with special needs in the greater Seattle area.The event will be from 12:30-3:30 p.m. at Luther Burbank Park, 2040 84th Ave, S.E., Mercer Island.

The organization provides a variety of educational, social, and recreational programs to children and teens with special needs and helps families facing the challenges of raising a child with special needs.

The event will include booths from sponsors, food, live music and entertainment, special performances, and activities for children including face painting, a bouncy house, and games.

For more information and to register, visit walkwithfriendship.com.