Relay for Life, cancer support fundraiser, set for Sept. 10

LAFAYETTE, Ind. − Greater Lafayette continues its attack on cancer, with an event planned later this month.

Relay for Life of Tippecanoe County will be held from 3 to 9 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds.

Relay For Life is a movement dedicated to helping “communities attack cancer…Through funds donated, time given, or awareness raised, our communities are teaming up – virtually or in person – to make a difference,” according to its website.

A pre-relay “Cruise In Car” show will take place noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. The Cancer Survivor Ceremony and lap will be at 5:30 p.m and the Luminaria Ceremony and lap will be held at 8:30 p.m.

Entertainment at Saturday’s event will come in the form of live music including dancing and choir performances, a dunk tank, a selfie lap, meet-a-new-friend lap and other themed laps.

WoJo & MoJo’s Grilled Cheese and More food truck will be available from noon to 6 p.m.

For a full schedule of events and to learn how to donate or become further involved in Relay for Life of Tippecanoe County, visit the event’s website.

Margaret Christopherson is a reporter for the Journal & Courier. Email her at [email protected] and follow her on Twitter @MargaretJC2.

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