Relay For Life of Hamilton County:
Published 3:03 pm Wednesday, April 5, 2006
Join us on Friday, April 6, from 6 p.m. until 8 a.m. Saturday at the old Hamilton County High School track to make the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Hamilton County a huge success. This event is a unique community celebration that allows
individuals from all walks of life to join in the fight against cancer. Last year, more than three million Americans participated in Relay For Life events nationwide and more than 500,000 cancer survivors walked the opening laps.
“This event is about celebrating life and honoring all cancer survivors and their families who’ve supported them through their illness,” said Sue Allen, co-chair of the Relay For Life in Hamilton County. “Also, this year we have teams who will be raising money at the event by selling food items and hosting carnival style games. It’s going to be a lot of fun, with local entertainment and fun activities going on all night long. We really hope that lots of people will turn out with their families and friends to enjoy the night and join in the fight against cancer.”
At the event, cancer survivors will kick off the Relay by walking the Survivors’ Victory Lap around the track. All cancer survivors are invited to participate in the Survivor’s Victory Lap and be cheered on by the community. They are also welcome to attend the complimentary Survivor’s Reception.
Members of each team will take to the track after the Survivor’s Victory Lap. After dark, a Luminary Ceremony will be held when candles will be lit in memory of those who have lost their battle with cancer and in honor of cancer survivors.
Over $9,000 was raised at the event last year and this year we are trying to raise even more. Support the Relay For Life of Hamilton County by buying dinner at the track or buying Luminaries in honor or memory of a loved one who has had cancer.
Everyone is invited to the Relay to enjoy the entertainment and activities. Don’t worry if you’ve never participated in a Relay before. If you are a cancer survivor, have been touched by cancer or are just interested in eliminating this devastating disease, Relay For Life is for you.
For more information, call Maureen Germain at 888-295-6787 x117. Hope to see you at the track!
