Relay for Life Holds Annual Walk in Bethel

BETHEL, CT -- Relay for Life of Greater Danbury will be holding their annual walk to raise awareness for and money for cancer research on Saturday, June 9 at Bethel High School.

More than just a "walk," the event accompanies a variety of entertainment and activities throughout the day:

• 11:00 a.m. - Opening Ceremony
• 12:30 p.m. - Survivor Luncheon
• 1:30 p.m. - Pound Auction
• 1:45 p.m. - Karik the band performs
• 2:30 p.m. - Ashurst Irish Dancers
• 3:00 p.m. - Tai Chi Easy led by Irene Mardal, LMT, CLT, LE
• 3:30 p.m. - Candlewood Fencing Center: Saber demonstration
• 4:15 p.m. - ERA Productions: Student Musical Performances
• 4:00 p.m.-6:00pm - Penny the clown
• 5:00 p.m. - Limbo Contest & Survivor Ice Cream Social
• 6:00 p.m. - Frozen T-Shirt Contest
• 7:30 p.m. - Road to Recovery Drag Races
• 8:00 p.m. - King Evan Tribute Hour
• 9:00 p.m. - Luminaria Ceremony
• 11:00 p.m. - Closing Ceremony

Kids' activities throughout the day will include: water balloon games, crafts, dodgeball, hula hoop scramble, an inflatable, themed laps and more.

Money raised by Relay For Life events support the American Cancer Society. Last year, Relay for Life nationally helped to raise more than $279 million.