Welcome to our Community Calendar of Events where you will find upcoming ASCEND events and Cancer Awareness/Education/Prevention events throughout South Carolina. If you know of an event please e-mail us and we’ll be happy to add it!
On Going Events
Coping With Cancer
Support group for anyone touched by cancer. Held 2nd Tuesday of the month from 10 to 11:30 AM at the Hollings Cancer Center - Patient Library (86 Jonathan Lucas Street) on the 1st floor. Use free valet parking (pull up to canopy) or bring in parking ticket from MUSC lot to have it validated for fee parking. Call Elena Bell, LISW at (843) 792-3346 for more information and registration.
April
Charleston County's Relay For Life
Relay For Life, the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, promotes cancer awareness, celebrates survivorship, and honors those who lost the battle with cancer. From 7 p.m to 7 a.m., participants are reminded that cancer never sleeps. Food, music, and other entertainment promote a family-friendly atmosphere that is fun for all ages.
Details:
Gather 10-16 of your closest friends and family, and sign up to participate in Charleston County's Relay For Life 2005. Upon registration, your team will receive information about fundraising for the fun-filled event. Sign up early to help us fight cancer!
Event Date Fri 4/29/05 - Sat 4/30/05
Start Time 7:00 p.m.
Location West Ashley High School
Contact Casey 388-8154
May
Dragon Boat Rides at Maritime Festival
Date: Friday May 13, 2005
Time: 10am to 3pm
URL: www.charlestonmaritimefestival.com
Come experience the thrill of paddling a dragon boat as Dragon Boat Charleston participates for their 2nd year in the Maritime Festival - located off of Concord Street.
June
MUSC Mobile Health Unit ---FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENING --- at the Charleston County Park - James Island
Date: Saturday June 4, 2005
Time: TBA
Address: James Island County Park,
871 Riverland Dr. James Island, SC
Phone: 792-3536
Fishing for a Cure
Date: Saturday June 04, 2005
Time: All Day
URL: http://carolinaladyanglers.org
Held at the Charleston Maritime Center and hosted by the Carolina Lady Anglers, this fishing tournament raises money for breast cancer research here at Hollings Cancer Center. For more info., please call Tonya at 792-1669
Ascending Dragon Soiree
Thursday, June 16th
On the tented lawn of the Maritime Center, 7-11pm.
ASCEND joins with The Charleston Dragon Boat to create One Fiery Voice against Cancer!
Featuring entertainment by the Chien Hong Ensemble, cocktails served with Asian cuisine, an auction and lots of SURPRISES!
A limited number of tickets are available. Please contact Meaghan Popper (843) 202-2092 or meaghan@ascendfoundation.org
August
Dinner at Circa
Thursday, August 25th
Location: Circa 1886 Restaurant, on the grounds of the Wentworth Mansion.
The ASCEND Foundation cordially invites you to an evening of gourmet dinner and elegant wines. Please join us for a delightful five course dinner and wine tasting - a fine dining experience that you won’t want to miss!
Nestled in the gardens behind the Wentworth Mansion, Circa 1886 restaurant serves some of Charleston’s finest cuisine in a unique and intimate atmosphere. Our exquisite menu, original carriage house ambiance and professional service provide the perfect setting for any occasion. Circa 1886 has been awarded the AAA Four Diamond Award and is listed among the “Top 100 Restaurants” in Conde’ Nast Magazine.
Enjoy a wonderful night out with great food and ambiance and help ASCEND make ending cancer a national priority!
More details coming soon!
September
Kids Day America
Saturday, September 17th
Details coming soon!
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