Relay For Life of Lowndes County

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Before I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, my philosophy about cancer in general was as follows: "If I ignore cancer, it will ignore me." Obviously, that was not correct, more proof I am not always right. I think it is the right thing to do to help the American Cancer Society work toward finding a cure for cancer. The best way I can think of right now to do that is to participate in the local Relay For Life. Relay For Life is an exciting and fun way to raise money and awareness for the American Cancer Society.

Because cancer has affected us all in one way or another, I have decided to participate in Relay For Life. I am asking you to support me in this effort by making a donation of your choice to the American Cancer Society. Typical donations start at $10 or $20.

Relay For Life is a 12 hour event involving teams of 10-15 people who will keep at least one team member on the track the entire time. Our community Relay For Life will take place at the Saunders Field (Magnolia Bowl - old name) on April 21 from 6 PM to April 22 at 6 AM. Hundreds of people will be joining together to fight back against cancer.

In addition, I would like to invite you to attend the Luminaria Ceremony of Hope which will take place at 10 PM that evening. Luminarias will be lit to honor cancer survivors and to remember those we have lost.

Our team's goal is to raise $1700 for American Cancer Society funded research, education, advocacy and services. By making a check payable to the American Cancer Society and returning it to me, we can make a difference together! Because there is no finish line until we find a cure.

Thank you in advance for your support! Talk to me or send me an e-mail if you have any questions or would like to join me in participating in Relay For Life.


Relay For Life of Lowndes County Event Information :

Description
A fun-filled overnight activity that mobilizes communities across the country to celebrate survivorship, remember those who lost their lives to cancer, and raise money for the fight against cancer. This is an American Cancer Society signature activity.

Start date and time
4/21/2006 6:00:00 PM

End date and time
4/22/2006 6:00:00 AM

Agenda
4/21/2006
8:00 am - Campsite set-up
12:00 pm - Registration
6:00 pm - Survivor Reception
7:00 pm - Opening Ceremony
10:00 pm - Luminaria Ceremony
6:00 pm - 5:00 am - Activities and entertainment

4/22/2006
5:00 am - Closing Ceremony
4:30 am - Clean up begins

The event will take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, relocation or rescheduling information will be broadcast on WCBI TV4 CBS affiliate for the area.

Intended Audience
General

Languages spoken at this event
English

Appropriate attire
Casual

Location and Contact Information

Location
Magnolia Bowl
Hwy 45 N & 5th Ave N
Columbus, MS 39701

Additional Information
From Starkville: Exit off of Hwy 82 at the 5th Street Exit. Exit the ramp to the right - event is one block on your left.
From Tupelo: Follow Hwy 45 South until it narrows to two lanes just under the Hwy 82 overpass. The event will be approximately one and a half blocks ahead on the left.

Contact
Caran Brown

Phone
(662) 844-8544

Email
caran.brown@cancer.org

Registration Information

Registration deadline
4/21/2006 6:00:00 PM

Cost/registration fee
$10.00

Cost/registration fee information
$10.00 per person for registration fee. $100.00 per team for registration fee. Team members are asked to raise a minimum of $100.00 each. The commitment fee does count toward the team total. T-Shirts: Members raising $100.00 or more will receive a t-shirt. Additional t-shirts are not for sale. Teams can put their team name on t-shirts. Deadline for T-Shirt count is 3/10/2006.

Payments accepted
American Express
MasterCard
Cash
Check
Discover
Money Order
Visa

Check payable to
American Cancer Society

Memo line
RFL of Lowndes County

Mail check to
American Cancer Society 1800 W Main St Box #1 Tupelo, MS 38801

Registration contact
Caran Brown

Phone
(662) 844-8544

Email
caran.brown@cancer.org

ACS Internal Event Id
B66DCC6B8877E5308525710F006C688F