Rochester Voice 9:14 a.m.
Thursday, June 12, 2025 9:11 am
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ROCHESTER - Relay For Life of Strafford County will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a fun and meaningful event themed "Carnival For a Cure" on June 21 at Spaulding High School from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
A free, family-friendly cancer walk, the day will be filled with inspiration, entertainment, and community spirit. Attendees can enjoy live dance performances, Zumba, a magician, a free cancer survivor luncheon (registration requested), free reiki and massages for survivors, a robust silent auction, and carnival-inspired themed laps throughout the day.
Local culinary favorites like Kona Ice and Mama K's Ice Cream will be on hand, along with games, food (including birthday cake), music, and more for the whole family.
"We share a passion to save lives and support those facing cancer," said Sarah Scheffer, Co-Chair. "This event brings our community together with purpose, love, and hope. Every step we take on the track helps create a future without cancer."
In 2024, more than two million new cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed in the United States, and more than 600,000 Americans are expected to die from cancer. Last year, our event raised more than $75,000 for the American Cancer Society's mission, and we are committed once again to meeting this goal.
Funds raised by Relay For Life volunteers help support the American Cancer Society's life-saving work, including cutting-edge research, advocacy efforts, and patient services like the Hope Lodges in Boston and Burlington, Vt., a 24/7 cancer helpline, and free rides to treatment for patients in need.
To learn more, donate, or join the event, visit relayforlife.org/straffordNH. To register for the Survivor Luncheon email nancy.mathis@cancer.org.
The event is presented by Three Phase Line Construction.
About the American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it for everyone. For more than 100 years, we have been improving the lives of people with cancer and their families as the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, research, and patient support. We are committed to ensuring everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. To learn more, visit cancer.org or call our 24/7 helpline at 1-800-227-2345. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.