Building on recent good news from that many breast cancer
victims are surviving, not just living longer, this weekend
’s Relay For Life will celebrate those survivors, while offering
24 hours of activity for families, friends and well-wishers of
cancer victims.
Building on recent good news from that many breast cancer victims are surviving, not just living longer, this weekend’s Relay For Life will celebrate those survivors, while offering 24 hours of activity for families, friends and well-wishers of cancer victims.
Forty-four teams have committed to have at least one member walking around the track at Oakwood Country School during the entire 24-hour period of cheers, tears, prayers and hope. Money raised from the event goes to the American Cancer Society and cancer research.
This year’s goal is $155,000.
Walkers start after a 10am Saturday opening ceremony, led by a “Survivors’ Lap.”
Walkers, their friends and families, will be entertained during the day by several bands and musical groups, including the Gilroy High School Choir. Mama Mia’s (Italian Restaurant) will provide lunch and Rosy’s at the Beach will offer dinner for participants.
A Kids’ Corner from noon to 5pm Saturday returns with crafts, games and activities to keep the little ones engaged and almost every lap of the track will have a theme, with a small prize to the best decked-out team, Schilling said.
Relay For Life 2005, May 21-23, 10am-10am, Oakwood School, 105 John Wilson Way.
Details or to donate: Emilie Robb, e-mail to Em*********@ca****.org, call 688-0127 or Chris at 686-0420.
