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17th Annual Families Run for Ovarian Cancer 5k and 1-Mile Run/Walk

October 8, 2023

October 8, 2023

7:30 am

Location: Soldier's Memorial, 1315 Chestnut Street St. Louis, MO 63103

Are you ready to ROC? Join the 17th annual Families Run for Ovarian Cancer ROC Star 5k and 1 mile Run/Walk on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at Soldier’s Memorial downtown St Louis. Participants can sign up for a timed 5k or one-mile fun run/walk or even ROC it from home if they are unable to make the event. The event is family- friendly with music, food trucks, the Bubble Bus and much more. Don’t miss out on supporting the largest event in our area dedicated to supporting women battling ovarian cancer, their families, loved ones and the medical community. More information and registration can be found here!

PECaD

Sunday Night Lights

October 8, 2023

October 8, 2023

6:00 pm

8:00 pm

Location: Lindbergh High School, 5000 Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63126

Sunday Night Lights is a FREE event for every child who has braved the journey of a serious childhood disease. Together with their high school buddies the kids experience the excitement of a high school football game first-hand. Sibling and family participation is encouraged as well. Your hero (or heroes!) can choose how they would like to shine… marching band member, flag football player, cheerleader, dance team member or a VIP fan in the stand!

Registration and more information can be found here!

Events

Tumor-Stroma Circuitries in Pancreatic Cancer

October 9, 2023

October 9, 2023

2:00 pm

3:00 pm

“Tumor-Stroma Circuitries in Pancreatic Cancer” is part of the Mechanisms of Cancer Biology Program.

Location: TBD

Speaker: Viviana Cremasco, PhD, Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research

Support Groups

Young Adult Cancer Survivors’ Fitness Group

October 12, 2023

October 12, 2023

7:00 pm

8:00 pm

Location: The Heights, 8001 Dale Avenue, Richmond Heights, MO 63117

Taking A Yoga Class At The Gym

This weekly class is FREE and open to young adults with cancer and adult cancer
survivors diagnosed at age 45 or younger.

Meetings: Each Thursday

Time: 7 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Location: The Heights
8001 Dale Avenue, Richmond Heights, MO 63117 

Find us on Facebook: Young Adult Cancer Survivors’ Fitness Group. We are stronger together!

Seminars

Plan to Enhance Diversity (PED) – MOLSAMP: Pediatric Cancer Research

October 12, 2023

October 12, 2023

12:00 pm

1:00 pm

Topic: Pediatric Cancer Research

Speakers: Lindsay Kuroki, MD, MSCI & Margaret Farris, MD, PhD

Location: UMSL Campus – Details TBA

Contact: [email protected]

Events

20th Annual Mildred Thimes Foundation Fall Benefit Concert

October 12, 2023

October 12, 2023

7:30 pm

Location: The Sheldon, 3648 Washington Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63108

Join us for this annual benefit concert for pancreatic cancer research featuring Denise Thimes. Ticket pricing and more information can be found here!

Events

Leukemia 24/7 2023 Todd Zink Golf Classic

October 14, 2023

October 14, 2023

1:30 pm

Location: Forest Park Golf Course, 6141 Lagoon Drive St. Louis, MO 63112

Join the Leukemia 24/7 2023 Todd Zink Golf Classic Saturday, October 14, 2023. Registration includes 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch, dinner, refreshments and on- course games and prizes for A and B flights. Proceeds from the tournament are donated directly to benefit cancer research, patient care and local families. More information on registration and sponsorship opportunities can be found here!

Mammography

Mammography Van Oct 14

October 14, 2023

October 14, 2023

9:00 am

3:00 pm

Location: St. Louis County Library - Rock Road Branch, 10267 St. Charles Rock Rd. St. Ann, MO 63074

If it’s time for your annual mammogram, or if you’ve missed it, our Washington University breast specialists are here for you. The Siteman Cancer Center Mammography Van will be at locations all over the St. Louis metropolitan area.

Same day appointments may be available. Please schedule an appointment by calling 314-747-7222 or 800-600-3606. You may also book online by filling out the appointment request form below.

Request an Appointment 

For everyone’s safety, masks before entry may be required.

Support Groups

Young Women’s Breast Cancer Program Support Group

October 18, 2023

October 18, 2023

5:30 pm

7:00 pm

Location: Parkview Tower, 1 Parkview Pl, St. Louis, MO 63110

The Young Women’s Breast Cancer Program (YWBCP) serves young women with cancer, young survivors and their families by providing support, education and community.

Three Women With Their Arms Around Each OtherMeetings: Third Wednesday of Each Month

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: Parkview Tower, 1st Floor, Conference Room B
1 Parkview Place, St. Louis, MO 63110

Group meetings will feature guest speakers and educational content. Please join us. We are stronger together.

Please register no later than the Monday prior to the meeting.

REGISTER HERE

 

Support Groups

Young Adult Cancer Survivors’ Fitness Group

October 19, 2023

October 19, 2023

7:00 pm

8:00 pm

Location: The Heights, 8001 Dale Avenue, Richmond Heights, MO 63117

Taking A Yoga Class At The Gym

This weekly class is FREE and open to young adults with cancer and adult cancer
survivors diagnosed at age 45 or younger.

Meetings: Each Thursday

Time: 7 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Location: The Heights
8001 Dale Avenue, Richmond Heights, MO 63117 

Find us on Facebook: Young Adult Cancer Survivors’ Fitness Group. We are stronger together!