STATE COLLEGE – Relay for Life of Penn State will hold its annual Relay for Life celebrating cancer survivors and honoring all those who have lost their battle.
People can take part in the event April 8-9, from 2 p.m. – 2 p.m., on the HUB-Robeson Center Lawn to help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays. State College residents, students and faculty are encouraged to attend.
Relay for Life will open by inviting cancer survivors to celebrate their victory over cancer by participating in an inspirational “Survivors’ Lap.”
During the event, participants are encouraged to walk or run around the course in a “relay” style to fight cancer. During the weekend, there will be 24-hour entertainment, activities and theme hours for all participants.
Relay for Life was founded in 1985 and is celebrated in 27 countries worldwide. The money raised prior and through the event will be donated to the American Cancer Society.
Registration is $20 on the day of the event and $10 prior on psurelay.org.
To register or for more information, please contact Jen Leydig at 814-238-3430; psurelay.publicrelations@gmail.com; or at Psurelay.org.
