Events to Raise Awareness

Whew!  Breast Cancer Awareness month is off to a running start here in Charleston!  Just a few events we’re going to mention where we’ve lent our support – there are so many that I hope you can find your way to one of them to show your support of our sisters (and brothers) who have been affected by breast cancer.   Tonight! October 8, 2014 – 2^nd Annual Warriors Wear Pink Event at ALOFT Charleston Hotel & Convention Center from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.   Click the event flyer thumbnail for more details.October 15, 2014 – BRA Day USA!!Learn more……(opens in a new tab)October 18, 2014- Komen Lowcountry Race for the Cure -  Family Circle Cup Stadium – Daniel Island, S.C. October 19, 2014 – A Tickled Pink Reception:  T-shirts & Stillettos -  Presented by the Folly Road Church of Christ.  3:30 p.m.  Experience a fun filled afternoon celebrating breast cancer survivors.  Click the event flyer for more details.       Columbia Friends – SC FORCE Support Group Gathering – October 26, 2014, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Richland country Main Library – Irwin Kahn Conference Room – 1431 Assembly Street – Columbia, S.C. 29201.   Do you have a family history of breast and/or ovarian cancer?  Have you tested positive for a BRCA mutation or are you considering genetic testing?  You are not alone and we invite you to join us to find out more.  http://www.facingourrisk.org/get-support/local-groups/south-carolina.php(opens in a new tab)Worship in Pink - Worship in Pink is a breast health education initiative for the Affiliate’s faith-based communities in an effort to reduce disparities seen in African-American, Hispanic and rural communities.  The Center for Natural Breast Reconstruction (opens in a new tab)is thrilled to be the Promise Partner for the Komen Lowcountry initiative again this year.   Find out more....(opens in a new tab) What events do you plan to attend?  We’d love to feature them on our next “Upcoming Events' or 'All Things Charleston”  post.