breast cancer survivors

Whitney Day Fundraiser For Local Breast Cancer Support Planned

Pink will be the theme of Whitney Day Aug. 5 at Saratoga Race Course in recognition of local breast cancer survivors, the track said in a release Thursday. To Life!, a Capital Region non-profit organization that provides personalized breast cancer education and support services, will be accepting donations and sharing information at a trackside table inside Gates B and C. "It is an honor for To Life! to be at Saratoga Race Course on Whitney Day," said Executive Director Eileen Howe Bird. "Celebrating the strength and courage of breast cancer...

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Ellis Park To Host 'Rein In Breast Cancer' Event

Ellis Park Racing & Gaming will celebrate Breast Cancer Survivors on Saturday, July 15 with its annual Horses and Hope Day at the races, the track said in a release Thursday. "We want to send a message to all cancer survivors, especially our patrons, our community and our very own team members that no one fights alone," Ellis Park General Manager Matt Pressley said. "Ellis Park is all about community and family and this is a great opportunity to celebrate and spend the day with friends and family." Ellis Park...

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NYRA Hosts Fabulous Fillies Day at the Spa

In partnership with To Life!, the New York Racing Association will honor local breast cancer survivors during Fabulous Fillies Day at Saratoga Thursday, Aug. 5. To Life! is a Capital Region non-profit organization that provides support services to breast cancer patients and their families. The day's events include: 12:30 p.m. - A special performance of the National Anthem from breast cancer survivor Tammy Ogsbury of Malta, NY. 1-3:00 p.m. - The "Best in Pink" fashion contest - fans are encouraged to wear their most fashionable outfit--prominently featuring pink-to have a...

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NYRA to Host Annual Fabulous Fillies Day

NYRA will honor local breast cancer survivors during Fabulous Fillies Day Aug. 5 at Saratoga. "Fabulous Fillies Day is an annual tradition of our summer meet that helps refocus attention on breast cancer awareness," said NYRA Community Affairs Manager Vanessa Rodriguez-Payne. "We encourage fans to join us as we celebrate the courage of survivors and the work of a local organization that serves as a vital resource and advocate for women in the Saratoga and Capital Region community." NYRA will welcome local breast cancer survivors to the winner's circle for...

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