By Daily Press staff
Walkers are being rounded up early this year for the second annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life, a 24-hour event to increase cancer awareness and fund-raiser in Santa Monica.
Teams are made up of at least 18-20 people who will walk or run around a track in shifts. Team participants camp out and enjoy music, entertainment and refreshments, as well as build team spirit in the fight against cancer.
The event is scheduled for July 26-27 at Santa Monica College, Corsair Field, from 9 a.m. to 9 a.m.
The power of the relay allows the community to grieve for those who have been lost to cancer and to celebrate the lives of those who have successfully survived. It gives everyone, from the newly diagnosed patient to the caregivers of those who have struggled with the disease, an opportunity to be with others who have been touched by cancer.
Participants form teams of 18-20 people who walk or run around the track in shifts. Teams can be made up of friends, relatives, local businesses, hospitals, schools, churches and other organizations. Each team is asked to keep one member on the track at all times. Team registration fee is $150 and each team member is encouraged to raise a minimum of $100.
All cancer survivors, from those beginning their journeys to those who have emerged victorious, are encouraged to walk our opening lap and inspire everyone through their participation.
For more information call Tracey Mayer at the American Cancer Society (310) 348-0356 option 3/ext. 246 or
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on January 14, 2003. Read the original PDF.