BRIEFLY.Byline: The Register-Guard Relay For Life Relay For Life (often shortened to Relay) is a fundraising event of the American Cancer Society, and is now held in many other countries. It is an overnight event designed to spread awareness of cancer prevention, treatments and cures, celebrate survivorship and raise money begins at noon Friday Friday: see Sabbath; week. Friday young Indian rescued by Crusoe and kept as servant and companion. [Br. Lit.: Robinson Crusoe] See : Servant The American Cancer Society American Cancer Society, n.pr established in 1913, this national volunteer-based health organization is committed to the elimination of cancer through prevention and treatment and to diminishing cancer suffering through advocacy, scholarship, research, will kick off its Relay For Life at noon Friday at the Lane Community College track. The 24-hour event raises money for medical research to find a cure, education to prevent and detect cancer early, advocacy, and support for local services and programs. Last year, 112 teams raised more than $460,000 for cancer research. The goal for this year is $485,500. A luminaria lu·mi·nar·i·a n. 1. A votive candle set into a small, decorative paper bag weighted with sand and placed in a row with others along a walkway, driveway, or rooftop as a holiday decoration. Also called regionally farolito. 2. ceremony will take place after dark in support of those struggling with cancer and in remembrance of those who have lost their battle to cancer. The Celebration Lap will be led by this year's honorees: Richard Ri·chard , Joseph Henri Maurice Known as "Rocket." 1921-2000. Canadian hockey player. A right wing for the Montreal Canadiens (1942-1960), he led his team to eight Stanley Cup championships and was the first player to score 50 goals in a Sherman and Jay Gano. Along with the relay, activities for children, food and live entertainment by The Valley Boys and Wheatfield are planned. Registration is $10 per individual walker or $100 per team of walkers. Team members are asked to raise at least $100 each. Registrants who reach the $100 goal will receive a T-shirt. To sponsor a team, call 484-2212. Donations also can be mailed directly to the American Cancer Society, Attention: Eugene Relay, 2350 Oakmont Way, Suite 200, Eugene, OR 97401. Send announcements to: Briefly News at The Register-Guard, P.O. Box 10188, Eugene, OR 97440, fax 683-7631 or e-mail rgnews@guardnet.com. |
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