Welcome Letter

As the scarlet and gray begins to come out all over Columbus, so will the pink. Komen Columbus supporters and advocates will soon be seen all over town running, reading and attending events as we look forward to a busy fall.

With September comes the release of Promise Me, Susan G. Komen for the Cure founder Nancy G. Brinker’s inspirational story of how a promise made to a dying sister ignited the global breast cancer movement. The New Albany Walking Classic on September 12 will help hundreds of Central Ohioans to work off stress and stay fit while others will take advantage of Massage Envy Day on September 14 to relax.

Read ahead for all the latest Komen Columbus news and event updates.

Katie, Jill, Beth, Megan, Becca and Natalie
The Staff of Komen Columbus

Komen Columbus Race for the Cure®

Planning for the May 14, 2011 Race for the Cure begins months in advance. It’s not easy coordinating an event for 50,000 people and we need lots of help to do so. The Race Planning Committee, the group of hard-working volunteers who coordinate the logistics and main activities at the Race, will begin meeting in October to get things ready for May 2011.

If you’re interested in getting involved with this group, please contact us today.

Watch for a special Race registration announcement in the October eNewsletter!

Also make sure to check out our Flickr album for all 2010 pictures.

Komen Columbus News and Events

Massage for the Cure
Go ahead, you deserve it! Visit any Massage Envy location in Central Ohio on Tuesday, September 14 and receive a one-hour therapeutic massage session for $49, $15 of which will be donated to Komen Columbus. To find your nearest Massage Envy center, visit www.massageenvy.com. To date, Massage for the Cure has raised more than $1.4 million for Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Sephora Grand Opening
Help us celebrate the grand opening of Sephora inside JCPenney at the Tuttle Crossing Mall on Friday, October 1 from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and register to win fantastic prizes from Photography by Amy Rebecca, COSI, The Tipsy Bar and Grill, Cazuela's Grill, Real Life Total Fitness and Tan Envy.

Condos for the Cure
Join ABC6/FOX 28’s Maria Durant for the second annual Condos for the Cure on Sunday, October 3 from 3–6 p.m. Maria will help kick off the Survivor and Friends Walk around the beautiful Glenealy Property followed by an open house featuring light hors d’oeuvres and demonstrations by Mukha Custom Cosmetics and Medi-Spa, Bethany Golden of Over my Head Wig and Hat Boutique and a local massage therapist. The event is free and open to the public and will be held at the Villas at Glenealy Clubhouse, 6315 Donegan Way, Dublin, OH 43016.

Buca di Bepo
Enjoy a delicious evening at Buca di Bepo on Tuesday, October 5 and 20 percent of your purchases at either the Worthington or Downtown locations will benefit local breast cancer education, screening and treatment services in Central and Southeastern Ohio. Make sure to bring this flyer with you.

Faith in Pink
Want to promote breast health awareness at your place of worship? We’re promoting this year’s Faith In Pink Program for Sunday, October 17, but can provide materials for any day that works for your congregation. This is a great way to educate members of your congregation on breast health and breast cancer while celebrating survivors. We will provide breast health information packets and can provide program information that can be easily tailored to your individual needs.

If you would like to request materials for a Faith In Pink program at your church, temple or other faith-based organization, please complete this short survey or contact us.


Marathon for the Cure
Cheer on members of the inaugural Marathon for the Cure team at the Columbus Marathon and Half Marathon on Sunday, October 17. See Volunteer Spotlight for a special volunteer opportunity with the Columbus Marathon.

Hockey Fights Cancer
Think pink and show your Blue Jackets Pride as the home team takes on the Calgary Flames on Friday, October 22, for the annual Hockey Fights Cancer night. Discounted tickets are available and a portion of proceeds will benefit Komen Columbus. Click here to download the ticket order form.

Tucci's Wood-Fired Bistro
Treat your tastebuds to the Wine and food tasting at Tucci's Wood Fired Bistro on Friday, October 22 and Saturday, October 23 from 5:00-9:00 each night. Tickets are $35.00 per person per night and a portion of the proceeds will benefit breast cancer education, screening and treatment services in Central and Southeastern Ohio. Guests will be able to try more than 30 different wines while Chef Bradley Balch serves some of his top creations. Guests can purchase tickets at the restaurant anytime before the event or over the phone.

Israel Race for the Cure
Online registration is open for those who wish to go in person or participate virtually in the historic first Susan G. Komen Israel Race for the Cure® in Jerusalem on Thursday, October 28. Visit www.komen.org/israel to register now. This historic first Israel Race for the Cure will be held around the walls of Old Jerusalem with Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat as host and in partnership with Hadassah®, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America. Click here for more information.

Kroger Community Rewards
Thanks to everyone who participated in the Kroger Community Rewards Program. Even if you were enrolled in the program last year, you’ll need to re-enroll this year. Please follow these easy steps to ensure you’re a part of the program and earning money for local breast cancer education, screening and treatment programs while you shop.

Outreach Events

Interested in attending a program on survivorship or helping out with a service program in the community? Check out our list of upcoming events sponsored by Komen Columbus Grant Programs and be sure to visit our web site for more outreach events.

Event Name: OhioHealth Multi-Specialty Second Opinion Clinic - Breast Cancer Clinic
Date: Wednesdays
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Riverside Hospital, 3535 Olentangy River Road
Description: Clinic is open to anyone with a positive diagnosis of breast cancer who would like a second professional medical opinion.
Contact Info: Call to schedule an appointment, (614) 566-4321.

Event: Journaling your Breast Cancer Journey
Date: Saturday Mornings
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Grady Memorial Hospital, Delaware County
Description: Instructor Kim Byerly is an Art Educator & Breast Cancer Survivor
Explore color, texture, bookbinding and journaling in this fun three-session class. All levels of ability are invited to paint beautiful papers, learn several amazing book structures and finish them by adding words, doodles, images, etc of your personal journey. Dress for mess.

Event: You Are Not Alone – On-going Support Groups for Young Women Facing Breast Cancer
Date: First 3 Tuesdays of every month
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: YSC Central Ohio Office, 7716 Rivers Edge Drive, Suite A, Columbus OH  43235
Contact: Christine Walker, Support Group Facilitator, 614-470-0300, ysccentralohio@youngsurvival.org
Details/Registration Info: These monthly support groups are for young women diagnosed with breast cancer. Join at any time, please call or email to register and for more information. 

Event: Free Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening
Date: September 8
Time: 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Location: Athens
Description/Participant Eligibility: Free Pap tests, pelvic and breast examinations, breast health education, and appointments and vouchers for mammograms will be provided to uninsured and underinsured women. Provided as a community service by the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Community Health Programs, Breast and Cervical Cancer Projects of Southeast Ohio, and the Columbus Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Contact Info: Please call 1-800-844-2654 for an appointment.

Event: Survivor Arm Clinics for Lymphedema Prevention and Treatment
Date: September 14  
Time: 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Please call to schedule an appointment.
Location: Jan’s Place at St. Ann’s Hospital
Contact: Sharon Inzetta RN, MS 614-234-8124
Details: Breast Cancer Survivors who have attended the
Look, Listen and Feel Lymphedema Care Class are invited to follow up at our monthly Arm Clinics.
Survivors will have an opportunity for:
1. An individualized lymphatic risk assessment
2. To discuss/ practice Manual Lymphatic Massage
3. To discuss the benefits of a compression sleeve and be fitted for a sleeve if ordered by your physician
4. To meet with a dietician for an individualized nutritional counseling session

Event: India Festival
Date: September 18
Time: 10:30 a.m.  - 3:30 p.m., Festival starts at 11:00 a.m. 
Location: Veteran's Memorial, 300 W Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Contact: Cora Munoz, Manju Sankarappa
Details: Asian Indian/Bhutanse/Nepalese and other Asian women

Event: 7th Annual Berger Health Foundation Golf Classic
Date: September 21
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Foxfire Golf Club, Lockbourne, Ohio
Contact: Jerad Wood, Berger Health Foundation, full contact information below
Details: All proceeds will go toward the purchase of additional digital mammography equipment at Berger Health System in Pickaway County. For a full list of participating organizations, please click here.

Event: Free Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening
Date: September 21
Time: 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Location: Ironton
Description/Participant Eligibility: Free Pap tests, pelvic and breast examinations, breast health education, and appointments and vouchers for mammograms will be provided to uninsured and underinsured women. Provided as a community service by the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Community Health Programs, Breast and Cervical Cancer Projects of Southeast Ohio, and the Columbus affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Contact Info: Please call 1-800-844-2654 for an appointment.

Event: Free Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening
Date: September 22
Time: 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Location: Athens
Description/Participant Eligibility: Free Pap tests, pelvic and breast examinations, breast health education, and appointments and vouchers for mammograms will be provided to uninsured and underinsured women. Provided as a community service by the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Community Health Programs, Breast and Cervical Cancer Projects of Southeast Ohio, and the Columbus affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Contact Info: Please call 1-800-844-2654 for an appointment.

Event: Sisters’ Network, Columbus, OH, Inc. "3rd Annual Gift For Life Block Walk & Health Fair"
Date: September 25
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: 2101 South Hamilton Road, Columbus OH 43232
Contact: Sisters Network, 866-544-1771
Details: Volunteers still needed for this outreach block walk; volunteers will go door-to-door to provide information about breast health and breast cancer disparities in the African American population. This year there will also be free mammogram screenings with advance registration required for women who qualify (614-263-5006). Food, entertainment and other free health screenings will be provided at the community health fair!

Event: Free Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening
Date: September 28
Time:  9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Location: Barlow, Washington County
Description/Participant Eligibility: Free Pap tests, pelvic and breast examinations, breast health education, and appointments and vouchers for mammograms will be provided to uninsured and underinsured women. Provided as a community service by the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Community Health Programs, Breast and Cervical Cancer Projects of Southeast Ohio, and the Columbus affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Contact Info: Please call 1-800-844-2654 for an appointment.

Event: Look, Listen and Feel Lymphedema Care Class
Date: September 28                              
Time: 1:30- 4:00 p.m.
Location: Haven of Hope the Zangmeister  Center
Contact: Sharon Inzetta, RN, MS, 614-234-8124
Details: Learn to recognize any early signs of lymphedema and how to reduce your risk for lymphedema and discuss who may benefit from wearing a compression sleeve. Listen to our expert nurses Carla Powell and Catherine Shade as they discuss what lymphedema is, how to prevent it from occurring and techniques you may use to control symptoms. Also learn how to do Manual Lymph Drainage Exercises to help move your lymph fluid.

Volunteer Spotlight

Help Hydrate Marathon for the Cure Participants

The Inaugural Marathon for the Cure team has been working hard, training and fundraising in anticipation for the Columbus Marathon on Sunday, October 17, and now we need your help to cheer them on!

The Columbus Marathon for the Cure Team will be hosting the water distribution at Mile 2 (water stop B) of the Columbus Marathon on October 17 from 6-9:30 a.m. We need at least 50 excited volunteers to pass out water to walkers and runners. Volunteers can look forward to motivating marathon participants in official Columbus Marathon garb (hats and shirts), and will receive a pink bandana to ‘pink up’ the water stop! As a volunteer, you will be able to keep enthusiasm going with a 30-day membership to Urban Active on behalf of the Columbus Marathon. Haven’t convinced you yet? Volunteers are also invited to join in a post race celebration at Park Street Patio later that day.

Sign up to show your support and gain a front row view to all the action! Email the Marathon for the Cure team captain with any questions.