The Pink Ladies raise $30,000 for local breast cancer programs and CRN announces new Medical Director.
As guests entered the ballroom at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL on Saturday October 11, 2008, they were welcomed by The Pink Ladies of Cancer Research Network, Inc. and transported back to the days of poodle skirts and drive-in’s! The evening, appropriately titled “A Night at the Hop” began with over 75 fabulous raffle and auction items on display for guests to browse while they listened to tunes from the 50’s and 60’s. While guests sampled 50’s diner goodies, Dr. Charles Vogel, world-renowned breast cancer specialist and opinion leader, announced that after 11 years, he would be passing the baton of Medical Directorship of CRN to Dr. Stefan Gluck, Director of the Braman Family Breast Cancer Center at University of Miami’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Gluck gave a poignant off the cuff speech about how far breast cancer treatment has come due to the strides research has made. Guests then were inspired by a brief movie celebrating CRN’s heroes both breast cancer patients and survivor’s. To get the party started, swing dancers from Swing Affair took the floor to get the crowd going. Former Majic 102.7 DJ Tom Caminiti (The Tall Italian) spun the songs of that era which packed the dance floor with guests showing off their best moves down a stroll line. CRN was excited to see that so many guests got in the spirit by dressing in their 50’s best! The night was truly a success on every level as supporters visibly enjoyed themselves, awareness was raised about the importance of research and a net of $30,000 was generated to support programs of research and patient advocacy.
The Pink Ladies join to bring an exciting and important event to South Florida!
Fabulous 50’s fun is coming to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL Saturday October 11, 2008 to raise funds and awareness for local breast cancer research and programs! Do not miss one or more of the great opportunities available for you to demonstrate your support.
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First Pink Ladies Meeting: November 17, 2007
Wouldn't it be great if the public were as educated about cancer issues as the medical community?? Wouldn't it be great if you could give back to your community in a tangible way?? Well get ready! CRN will be having our first official Pink Ladies meeting!! Join us: Saturday, November 17, 2007 from 11am - 1pm at our office located at 23123 State Road 7 #255, Boca Raton, FL 33428 for our first educational session focusing on clinical research. What is it?? What role does it play in finding a cure??
Refreshments will be served! Call us: 561-477-2759 to RSVP!
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino's 3rd Annual Health Fair: October 3, 2007
On October 3, 2007, Cancer Research Network, Inc. was thrilled to be a part of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino’s Third Annual Heath and Wellness Fair that was held at their Hard Rock Live Venue in Hollywood, FL. The focus, with October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, was on maintaining good breast health and knowing the risks of developing breast cancer. CRN staff spoke with attendees, both male and female, about the importance of self-breast exams and even had prosthetic tools on hand to help them understand the proper technique to self-examine as well as what to look for. Each visitor left with a handy CRN Self- Breast Exam reminder bookmark and packs of pink M & M’s. Having face-to-face contact and opportunity to genuinely discuss the importance of self-exams, risk factors, and early detection with each attendee made it such a special event. Many thanks to the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino for providing such a great service!
Our new initiative set to launch August 11, 2007
Cancer Research Network, Inc., a local 501 (c)(3) clinical cancer research organization, will launch an exciting new initiative, The Pink Ladies, on Saturday August 11, 2007 at Robb & Stucky Interiors, Mizner Park 200 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. This program is meant to further broaden CRN’s scope into patient and caregiver education and advocacy and addresses current public perceptions of clinical cancer research and the current medical, financial, and logistical burdens that cancer patients and caregivers confront. The Pink Ladies will be comprised of local women wanting to make a visible difference in their community by helping CRN to foster cancer education, patient advocacy, and better understanding of new advances in cancer treatment through the clinical research process. Program presentation will be from 11 am to 1 pm where a light brunch will be served. CRN will present guest speakers, including breast cancer specialist Dr. Charles Vogel, to address the most important issues in cancer and clinical cancer research. This event is open to the public and free of charge. Call 561-477-2759 for more information and to RSVP.
