On Aug. 16, over 100 people will lace up their sneakers and walk Newark Community Park to help fight cancer. Athletes and non-athletes join teams representing clubs, corporations, organizations, government agencies, neighborhoods and families at this fun, community-oriented event. Everyone is welcome!
The money raised helps support American Cancer Society programs in research, education, advocacy and services—locally, statewide and nationally. Cancer survivors from around the community are invited to take a victory lap and be cheered on by fellow participants.
The evening concludes with a Luminaria, a candlelight (battery powered) ceremony that pays tribute to those who have been affected by cancer. Luminarias are purchased in honor of those who have survived their battle with cancer, for those still fighting and in memory of those who have courageously battled this disease but lost. The Luminarias represent the healing power of the community and the importance of funding to find a cure.
Visit relayforlife.org/eastbayca to learn more about this and other relays. You are more than welcome to “Join this Relay” or register your team and start fundraising, or you can donate to this site too. The event is free to everyone and you don’t have to join anything to come out and join in.
Relay for Life
Sunday, Aug. 16
10am–10pm
Newark Community Center Park
35501 Cedar Blvd., Newark
