March 22nd, 2015
Everything looked so normal. Just like any other get together at the beach. Going fishing!! Summertime, a time to relax and not to care about a thing…..If it only were that easy. Just for one week it was for the families that came to Bethany Beach, Delaware, for this retreat last year. The women had breast cancer and the journey to the beach was to get away and have fun.
The organization is called Little Pink Houses of Hope founded by Jeanine Patten-Coble. Website? http://www.littlepink.org. The organizers in Bethany Beach were Annie Raskauskas and Stacy Shepps. Annie and Stacy were backed up by the communities of the Delaware Beaches. Big hearts in Southern Delaware.
When these families arrived at the beach their accommodations were all donated by area residents. Besides their accommodations, they had barbecues, crab feasts, dinners, deep sea fishing…the community went all out. Everything for them was free of charge. Breast cancer like many chronic diaseases not only afflicts the person but the whole family.
When they arrived the families did not know one another. When they left they were a united front and a very powerful and emotional thing to see. The following photos are of the last day together having fun….fishing, a picnic, a pig roast, a birthday celebration, games on the beach…meet The Little Pinks and their families.
In the evening…pig roast, birthday celebration and games on the beach.
Then, it was time to say so long.
Party with a PURPOSE will take place on Thursday, March 26th from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at NorthEast Seafood Kitchen located at 29 Atlantic Avenue (Rt. 26) in Ocean View, Delaware. Just a few miles west of Bethany Beach. Tickets ar $40 and will include light fare, cash bar, silent auction and 50/50. The purpose is to raise funds and awareness for Little Pink Houses of Hope. For tickets and info., please call 302-245-2154 or 302-537-9700. Living in Hope…Let’s Fill those Seats!!
April 17th, 2011
Unfortunately, I have enough friends in Delaware, Maryland, Florida and Puerto Rico who have been touched by breast cancer. Some of them are cancer free and some are going through treatments at the present time. Each one of them, facing this disease with courage, hope and even humor.
At the Delaware Beaches, there are several events that will be happening in May. All with one common goal; Breast Cancer awareness, education, support and early detection for women and men, as well.
As the weather gets warmer in our Beaches, it would be a great time to visit, stay, participate and have a good time.
The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition, Inc., or DBCC started in 1991. It is affiliated with Screeing for Life, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and the Avon Breast Cancer Fund. For more information on this organization, please visit http://www.debreastcancer.org.
Bethany Beach Breast Cancer Fun Run/Walk – This event will take place on May 7th, Rain or Shine. It is a 5K Fun Run and a 3K Walk. Pre-registration is until April 29th. The cost is $25 for adults, $15 for children and 10 and under can participate for free.
Please Note that free t-shirts are guaranteed for all who pre-register.
If you cannot pre-register then come on the day of the event, which will begin with check-in at 8:00 a.m. The 5K Fun Run will start at 9:00 a.m. and the 3 K Walk will start at 9:10 a.m. You will be able to sign up then, as well.
Then, stay after you finish and celebrate your accomplishment; meet new people or just hang out listening to music, while sampling a healthy breakfast. There will be raffles and a sale of the event’s t-shirts to further raise money.
To pre-register and for further information, please visit http://www.bethanybeachbreastcancer.com.
Second Annual DE-Feet Breast Cancer 5K Run/Walk will take place May 22nd from 9:00 a.m. until 12 Noon.
Location? Tanger Outlets, at Applebee’s Restaurant, 36470 Seaside Outlet Drive, Rehoboth Beach.
Hosted by Tanger Outlets, it will be an event for all ages. Choose a timed 5K Run, a 5K Walk or a 1 Mile Fun Walk. There will be awards for all age groups.
You can be creative and have team names and attires. Wear PINK!!
All proceeds will benefit the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition. To register, please visit www.defeetbreastcancerwalk.org, or http://www.debreastcancer.org/walk/.
You can find it on Twitter and Facebook.
Seashore Striders – “Running & Racing at the Beach” will also be participating at the 2nd Annual DE-Feet Breast Cancer 5K Run & Walk on Sunday, May 22nd starting at 9:00 a.m., rain or shine.
The venue will be Applebee’s Restaurant at the Tanger Outlets at 36470 Seaside Outlet Drive in Rehoboth Beach.
Distance: 5K Run/Walk (3.1 Miles) and 1-Mile Walk.
You can view the course map at www.usatf.org/routes/view.asp?rID=414702.
Event Qualifier: 6-Pack Trail Series in Cape Henlopen State Park
Registration during race day will open at 7:30 a.m. until 8:50 a.m. $20 if paid by Friday, May 20th or $25 on race day. You can register on line by visiting www.defeetbreastcancerwalk.org, or http://debreastcancer.org/walk/. Also for more info. on this event and others, please visit http://www.seashorestriders.com or contact Tim Bamforth at 302-644-8952.
Awards will be presented to Overall and Master Champions, as well as the top three finishers in “14” age groups: 9 and under to 70 and over.
Have a great time….
April 27th, 2010
Fun Run and Fun Walk for Breast Cancer in Bethany Beach
I should not even have to mention the word Breast Cancer. All of us have been touched in one way or another with this devastating disease. I have plenty of friends in the past years diagnosed and courageously fought breast cancer.
This event is getting more popular every year. I had never attended any of them. But, last year I did. To tell you the truth, it was emotional to see all of the people there congregating for one purpose only. To, help raise funds to benefit all of those who help fight the battle against breast cancer every single day.
It was fun also. Some runners and walkers were celebrating remissions, others doing their thing in memory of loved ones. Family, friends, pets, kids in strollers, they came out so I hope you do too on Saturday, May 8th.
Being in Bethany Beach this time of the year is a real treat. No parking meters, not crowded and the weather is usually pretty nice. What can I further say? Here is the info:
Meet at the Bethany Beach Band Stand at the Beach, at 9:00 a.m., rain or shine!!!
You may sign up to donate, volunteer, or register on-line at: www.bethanybeachbreastcancer.com. The website is great. In it you will see what the Run/Walk is all about, pictures, where are the donations going, etc. etc.
New this Year:
Pre-registration close on May 1st.
t-shirts for all participants before May 1st. (limited number of t-shirts will be available for same day registrants)
Official Race Time Clock!!
DJ Sound Entertainment. JT Cruise has volunteered to provide tunes throughout the entire event!!
PNC Bank will provide one water station
More Questions? Please call Ann at 302-539-7500 or e-mail her to annrask@aol.com.
Talk to you later on, I am sure…Can’t help it…
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