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Kickoff, American Cancer Society's Relay For Life/Mission Viejo With Us.

Kickoff will be held on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016 at 6:30 pm at the Norman P. Murray Community Center.

The American Cancer Society’s, Relay For Life/ Mission Viejo kickoff will be held on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016 at 6:30 pm at The Norman P. Murray Community Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92691.

Each year in Mission Viejo since 1994, an energetic, enthusiastic group of volunteers unite in their fight against cancer. They rally, plan parties to celebrate survivors and remember loved ones that lost their battles. While having fun they raise money to fund programs to support neighbors, friends and loved ones through their fight with cancer.

The Mission Viejo event is free to the public. Enjoy entertainment, a chili extravaganza, music and door prizes. The event will also feature inspirational speakers.

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Kickoff is an opportunity to join in the fun and register a team for the 24-hour, overnight event held at Saddleback College on Saturday, June 4 at 9 am until Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 9 am. Anyone interested in forming a team, volunteering for the event or learning more about Relay for Life is encouraged to attend. It only takes five or more people to form your own team.

Come and bring your friends. Get involved and make a difference.

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For more information or to register for the event go to www.mvrelay.org, www.facebook.com/mvrelay or twitter @mv_RelayForLife.

The event is free, but it is recommended to RSVP to Denise Matson at 949-470-3010 or email denisematson17@gmail.com. Also, feel free to call Margot Ferron/Publicity/Marketing at 949/309-1235 or gomargotgo@aol.com.

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