Each year in October, Carroll Hospital Center hosts an inspirational afternoon in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

This year’s luncheon will be held:
Sunday, October 24, 2010
11:30 a.m. Silent Auction Opens
Noon Lunch
Piney Branch Golf & Country Club
5301 Trenton Mill Road
Hampstead, Maryland 21074

Click here for sponsorship opportunities and to purchase tickets

Keynote presentation: Writing to Survive Another Day Marcia Talley is the multi-award-winning author of nine Hannah Ives mysteries, from SING IT TO HER BONES (1999) to ALL THINGS UNDYING (2010). She is editor/contributor to NAKED CAME THE PHOENIX and I’D KILL FOR THAT. Her prize-winning short stories appear in more than a dozen collections.

Call 410-871-6200 for more information

Jewelry Artist Andi Vogel is proud to donate her RocknBauble Breast Cancer Awareness Jewelry for this special event. Andi and RocknBauble support many awareness causes through Awareness Jewelry and donations from a percentage of the proceeds of her awareness jewelry sales. The RocknBauble Awareness Jewelry has been showcased world wide at many awareness events throughout the years. Find out more about Andi and her high quality awareness jewelry on her home page or Etsy Shop.

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University celebrates 5th Annual Frogs for the Cure

Fort Worth, TX
Monday, November 09, 2009

TCU will celebrate its 5th Annnual Frogs for the Cure event Saturday, Nov. 14 at the TCU vs. Utah football game. Through the annual event, a portion of t-shirt sales and ticket proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure Tarrant County.

Started in 2006, “Frogs for the Cure” was the first national event to combine football and support for breast cancer research. Ann Louden, TCU chair of the event, says proudly that “each year it has gotten bigger and bigger, not just with fund-raising proceeds, but with campus and community involvement. And it has not escaped notice, that TCU has won all four previous “Frogs for the Cure” games. And now the NFL teams, other colleges and universities and even NASCAR has gotten into the act of imitating TCU by linking their sports contests with Komen for the Cure initiatives.”

Funds are raised through the sale of $12 t-shirts to be worn on game day, with $3 of each shirt sale going to Komen for the Cure. Shirts are available at TCU’s Barnes and Noble Bookstore and at the Spirit Shoppe at the Brown Lupton University Union. Shirts in children’s sizes have been extremely popular this year according to Llisa Lewis, bookstore manager. All football game tickets purchased online at www.gofrogs.com send $5 to the Komen coffers.

All week long, members of the Student Trainers Athletic Association have been flocking yards with pink flamingos to secure donations and build awareness about the TCU and Komen partnership. On campus, the Samuelson and Carter Residence Halls are hosting “Pink Out Bingo” on Wednesday, November 11 from 7-9 PM at which any student may pay to play. Breast cancer survivors Ann Louden and Amy Spence will speak. Members of Zeta Tau Alpha are sponsoring a contest with penny jars to be on display all week across the campus. On Friday, November 13, there will be a yogurt eating contest for faculty, staff and students to collect lids to be sent to Yoplait for a donation to Komen. And Potbelly Restaurant on South University Drive will donate a portion of their lunch proceeds from noon to 2PM on game day. Also on Friday, student Kathleen Perley from Houston, whose mother is a breast cancer survivor, has organized the a panel presentation on inflammatory breast cancer. She is bringing together a medical professional, a TCU nursing oncology professor, and a survivor to talk about this difficult version of breast cancer which often targets young people. Dorothy Patterson from the Komen National office will be in attendance. The event is from 3:00 – 4:30 in the Brown Lupton University Union.

“We are so proud of what TCU is doing to educate young women about this disease,” says Ann Greenhill, Executive Director of the Fort Worth Affiliate of Susan G.Komen for the Cure. “TCU has led the way in making “Frogs for the Cure” a signature event each year and we are so excited to be associated with the University’s work for such an important cause.”

Game day activities include not only the ESPN show, but also a student tailgate that features face painting, bandanna handout, music, pink food, and a banner to be signed in honor and in memory of breast cancer survivors. Over 700 breast cancer survivors will attend the Komen pre-game party in Frog Alley beginning at 4:30 PM.

And also in Frog Alley, game sponsor Baylor All Saints Medical Center will showcase information about the new Joan Katz Breast Center to open in spring 2010. Namesake Joan Katz will be on the field with hospital president Steve Newton for the opening of the game, along with Dick and Mary Lowe, donors to both the Breast Center and TCU athletics. Also being recognized during the game are the TCU’s Mountain West Conference champion 2009 Men’s Tennis team and the 1984 Bluebonnet Bowl Football Team.

The halftime show at the game will salute representatives from more than 20 campus and community organizations who are supporting “Frogs for the Cure”. Carrying pink rally towels provided by Baylor All Saints Medical Center onto the field, more than 1000 people will participate in a pink balloon release accompanied by fireworks before the start of the game’s second half.

In December, after a determination is made of the dollars raised by “Frogs for the Cure”, TCU will host a luncheon for Komen officials and present the check in support of breast cancer research and programs. Over 45 people are serving on the “Frogs for the Cure” committee to make sure this effort is a success.

For more information, go to www.frogsforthecure.com or call 817-TCU-HOPE.

(Source www.tcu.edu)

The Breast Cancer Awareness Month Campaign (AKA BCAM, NBCAM) offers a wealth of information and support to those affected by breast cancer through numerous channels. In addition to providing a springboard for breast cancer charities to raise awareness of their work and of the disease, BCAM is also an opportunity to remind women to be breast aware for earlier detection. The color Pink and Pink Ribbons are used to represent BCA internationally. In support of Breast Cancer Awareness RocknBauble has created a unique line of handcrafted Breast Cancer Awareness jewelry that includes Awareness Bracelets, Earrings, Anklets, Book-Thongs and Necklaces. Ten percent of the RocknBauble Breast Cancer Awareness Jewelry line proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Organization all year long and 15 percent during October.

About Breast Cancer Awareness Month

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month’s core message is the importance of early detection, with a special emphasis on regular mammography exams. Since the program began in 1985,mammography rates have more than doubled for women age 50 and older and breast cancer deaths have declined. In 1982 the Susan G. Komen for the Cure launched the global breast cancer awareness movement. Today, Komen for the Cure is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, and ensure quality care for all. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) aims to have women of all ages know that breast health is a year-round concern. Early detection as well as education about breast cancer can be two of the best possible “medicines” toward fighting the disease. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women, and breast cancer recurrence is possible even in women who have had a mastectomy (breast removal). A manufacturer of breast cancer drugs founded the Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the year 1985 say some sources and in 1993 Evelyn Lauder, VP of Estée Lauder established the Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Ribbon as its symbol. The objective of the NBCAM from the start has been to promote mammography as the most effective weapon in the fight against breast cancer. Women make up more than 50 percent of the American workforce and approximately 44 percent of those diagnosed with cancer will be employed at the time. Breast cancer is the second most often occurring cancer (cervical cancer is first) among women in Ethiopia. NBCAM is a year-round resource for patients, survivors, caregivers and the general public.

About RocknBauble

RocknBauble.etsy.com jewelry artist Andi states, “As a nurse I like to heighten the publics awareness of Breast Cancer. My mother is one of the lucky ones to have survived breast cancer with 22 years of being cancer free and each day is a true gift to our family. The new Breast Cancer Awareness Jewelry Line is my way of showing support for this cause.” Andi fashions her awareness jewelry by hand and meticulously selects all materials so each piece is unique. Custom lampwork beads, dichroic glass, caste sterling, vintage glass and Lucite along with Swarovski Crystals, Fresh-water Pearls, gemstones, and Sterling Silver Charms are used in this high quality jewelry, as well as some unusual settings all of which are handmade by artisans from all over the world. Andi will craft personalized or custom made jewelry from your design, an idea or select from her current offerings. Andi invites you to visit her storefront on Etsy (RocknBauble.Etsy.Com) to view and purchase awareness jewelry for all causes with ten percent of all proceeds donated to their respective causes on a continual basis. RocknBauble Dot Etsy Dot Com Think Pink for October and show your support!

Who: Riders of all abilities. Male and Female
What: Trekwomen Breast Cancer Ride
Where: David’s World Cycle-Lake Mary
When: Saturday, October 10, 2009 10 am
Why: Promote Breast Cancer Awareness

Ride Distance: 10 or 25 Miles

Registration Fee: $25 – 100% of the registration fees donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Register here: http://davidsworld.com/page.cfm?pageid=661

The purpose of this ride is to raise awareness for breast cancer prevention, screening, and treatment by joining forces with women and men of all ages and abilities to ride on the same day, at the same time, all over the country, in the name of breast cancer research.

Gifts & Prizes: All riders will receive a gift bag and be eligible to win raffle prizes.

INDIANAPOLIS — Sarah Fisher, of Sarah Fisher Racing (SFR), announced a unique opportunity for her fans to play a role in her upcoming race at Homestead-Miami Speedway (HMS) on Oct. 10, 2009. Fisher wants her fans to design a helmet to match the pink firesuit she will be wearing in support of Susan G. Komen For the Cure’s promise to save lives and end breast cancer forever. The winner of the design contest will have their artwork displayed in front of national media and thousands of race fans, as well as receive a replica painted helmet as a memento.

“We have the best fans at SFR and we are constantly trying to think of new ways to bring them closer to the sport,” said Fisher. “Like me, a lot of them have lost loved ones to breast cancer. Designing my helmet is a cool way to get my fans more involved in our support of Komen for the Cure, as well as a way to bring my fans into the car with me.”

This is the first time Fisher has changed the design of her helmet as a professional driver. Her current design was introduced in 1999 and is trademarked for her use. The only exception was at Kentucky Speedway when Fisher had all her fans autograph her helmet for her return to the IndyCar Series in 2006. Fisher’s wardrobe is not the only thing changing for the Miami race. Her car also will be turning pink to help raise money and awareness for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Fisher has partnered with Komen and her primary sponsor Dollar General to help fight the battle against breast cancer.

“My team and our partners are committed to decreasing the number of women affected by this growing global problem,” said Fisher. “We hope, in this effort, to set an example that others will follow so that we can protect our sisters, mothers and friends from a disease that is stealing them by the millions.”

Fans will be able to find the basic guidelines for the contest including submission criteria and a downloadable illustrated helmet file at http://indycarnation.indycar.com. The design contest launches Aug. 25 and runs through Sept. 25. The winner will be chosen by Fisher and announced by SFR on Sept. 28.

The Queen of Surf Day, Newquay in Cornwall
Queen of Surf Newquay in Cornwall, the laid-back and beach drenched capital of the British surf scene, will for the fifth year be hosting The Queen of the Surf – an all woman’s surf day on Sunday 19th July in aid of Cancer Research UK. With the stunning backdrop of Newquay’s famous surf spot, Fistral beach, the day will be a chance for women to learn the basics or improve their surfing technique with top instructors and whilst having fun will be able to give something back to such a worthwhile charity. The ‘Queen of the Surf’ day is being organized by Hibiscus Surf School and sponsored by Sola UK who have kindly donated goody bags for each of the women attending to take away as a reward for their hard days surfing. Each event will include over 4 hours worth of tuition with highly experienced instructors in small groups, which will be separated into beginners and improvers so each surfer can get the most out of the lessons. There will also be time for a well-deserved lunch break and presentation at the end of the day. Each group will be filmed and a free DVD presented to each surf student as a lasting memory of their day and as a way of tracking their progress and ability. Prizes will be awarded, kindly sponsored by local companies.

Frances Carter from Hibiscus Surf School said “This is the fifth year we have organized the event and have raised nearly £2000 for research into breast cancer. We aim to make it fun for all the family but more importantly all profits raised will be donated to Cancer Research UK” Cancer Research UK is the leading funder of research into breast cancer in Britain, where 1 in 9 women develop breast cancer at some point in their lives.  The good news is that thanks to better detection and treatments 2 out of 3 women now survive the experience.  However with so much still to be done, support through events like this is vital to breast cancer patients now and in the future.

The date for the ‘Queen of the surf’ event is Sunday 19th July 2009 with the surf lessons being held on South Fistral Beach, Newquay, Cornwall. The cost to attend the ‘Queen of the surf’ day is £50. To book a place at the event please complete the booking form online at www.hibiscussurfschool.co.uk

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What is Relay For Life?
Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society’s signature activity. It offers everyone in a community an opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. Relays are an overnight event, up to 24 hours in length.

More info: http://www.relayforlife.org

Climb Against the Odds 2009 is the 10th major expedition sponsored by the Breast Cancer Fund.

Julie and 27 women and men from across the country are attempting a summit of Mt. Shasta. The team consists of breast cancer survivors and individuals touched by the disease, who are joined together in a six-month journey of training and fund-raising in support of breast cancer prevention.”

The Breast Cancer Fund was founded in 1992 to focus on breast cancer prevention. Its goal is to educate the public about environmental and other preventable causes of the disease and to mobilize the public to take action.

Quillin is still accepting donations.

They can be made at www.breastcancerfund.org/climb09/julieq

What: American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life Corpus Christi
When: 6 p.m. today to 6 a.m. Saturday
Where: Whataburger Field
Why: Support Breast Cancer Awareness and the Funds raised will go to the American Cancer Society

Cost: Free admission; $100/team to participate
Information: 361-857-0136 or www.relayforlifecorpuschristi.com