Breast cancer SUCKS! The National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. says that 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer in a lifetime. Just think about that. I’m sure we have 7 other friends which means one of us will develop breast cancer. This year, an estimated 41,760 women will die of breast cancer. According to the World Health Organization, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. So what can you do to help? There are several breast cancer awareness events happening in Louisville this October and here’s some you can attend to support those with breast cancer or support further research.
Pink Ties and Tutus Roll Bounce Cancer Awareness
This fundraiser is a skating event in support of African-American Cancer survivors. There will be free appetizers, skating and a fun-filled time with family and friends. Details are below:
Robben’s Roost Roller Skating
October 12
7:30-10:30
KULA Gallery’s Breast Cancer Awareness Paint n’ Sip with Ashley
Attend this event to support those who’ve been impacted by breast cancer in our community. Paint, Sip, Celebrate and socialize with the KULA family. All experience levels welcomed. Details below:
K.U.L.A. Gallery
October 13
6pm-9pm
Regular admission is $40 (1 glass of wine and canvas)
Breast Cancer Survivor admission is $30 (1 glass of wine and canvas)
Pink Prom
Join 99.7 DJX for the 8th annual Pink Prom event. Come in prom or tux, dress or suit, walk the pink carpet and dance the night away for a good cause! 100% of the proceeds are given to Norton Cancer Institute. Cash bar will be available. Live music will be provided by DJ K-Dogg AND Ryan Coxx. Details below:
Mellwood Art Center
October 18
8pm-1am
Sista Strut
Join 93.1 and 98.9 Radio Now at Shawnee Park for the 3rd annual Sister Strut Breast Cancer 3k. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Kentucky African Americans Against Cancer and the Susan G. Komen of Kentucky. Details below:
Shawnee Park
October 19
8am-Noon
F45 Lyndon Lift for the Cure
F45 in Lyndon is raising money for Twisted Pink, an organization that has a mission to extend lives and improve the quality of life for late stage breast cancer patients and their families by funding metastatic breast cancer research. F45 is offering a resistance day training called RED DIAMOND. This workout is for all fitness level and ages. Details are listed below:
F45 Lyndon in Westport Village
October 24
5:15am-7pm (various classes so refer to their website)
$15 Donation
Wear Pink
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
This Louisville event gives all people the opportunity to walk for a great cause. The American Cancer Society developed Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks to unite communities against the deadly disease. The event’s proceeds go to the American Cancer Society to support breast cancer research, fund patient services like free rides to chemo, free places to stay during treatment and a live 24/7 cancer helpline. Details of the event are below.
Cardinal Stadium
October 27
1:30pm-4pm
Refer to their website for fees and walk registration
