BY: Allison Singleterry
October is known not only for Halloween, but also Breast Cancer Awareness. As the month is beginning, there are a ton of local events to help bring awareness to breast cancer. One of those is Making Strides of Montgomery.
Making Strides of Montgomery is a walk that is hosted by the American Cancer Society. The event is going to be held on Oct. 19 and starts at 8:30 a.m. For easy check-in, registration is available online. There will also be a check-in area at the event for anyone who wants to sign up the day of. Check-in will begin at 7:30 a.m. on the day of the event.
There will be an opening ceremony, and then the walk will begin. There will also be a special area for breast cancer survivors. The event will be held at the Montgomery Train Shed, 210 Water Street.
The society’s fundraising goes toward innovative research, supporting patients, and education and prevention (secure.acsevents.org).
Besides walking, other ways to get involved with the event are to lead a team, volunteer, or be a sponsor.
To donate or for any additional information, please visit www.secure.acsevents.org.
