Sarcoma Alliance

Association of Oncology Social Work
2013-06-05 - 2013-06-07 | San Diego, CA, United States
AOSW is an international nonprofit “dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services to people with cancer and their families.”

Paddle for Humanity, June 1, 2013, Deerfield Beach, FL
2013-06-01 | Deerfield Beach, FL, United States
Waterman’s Applied Science sponsors Paddle for Humanity, with races across the U.S. http://paddleforhumanity.org/ The Sarcoma Alliance is proud that Waterman’s has chosen us as one of its charity partners. At each race, we can distribute information and sell gear. If paddlers designate us as their favorite charity, we will get 20 percent of their registration fee. Net proceeds from the events also will be divided among the charity partners.
The results of the races will be applied to World Paddle Association (WPA) rankings. But there also will be an event for anyone who wants to try paddleboarding. Read more on the Deerfield Beach event. In addition to paddleboarders who will register for us, the Alliance is looking for volunteers who will staff a table there and at the other events. We want to inform the public and make a welcoming space for anyone whose life has been affected by sarcoma. Read more on our blog.

Sarcoma Alliance for Research through Collaboration
2013-05-31 | Chicago, IL, United States
SARC, a nonprofit consortium of sarcoma physicians who conduct collaborative clinical trials, holds a biannual meeting at ASCO and CTOS each year. Arthur Beckert, executive director of the Alliance, attends to hear the latest on clinical trials and other sarcoma research. SARC’s website also has much useful information. By the way, some people confuse our nonprofit with SARC.

American Society of Clinical Oncology
2013-05-31 - 2013-06-04 | Chicago, IL, United States
ASCO‘s annual meeting draws thousands of oncologists from around the world. Arthur Beckert, executive director of the Alliance, will staff an informational booth in the exhibit hall, along with our sister organization, the Sarcoma Foundation of America. He will attend presentations on sarcoma to learn about the latest research and treatments and discuss sarcoma advocacy with representatives of other nonprofits. ASCO’s website has links to previous presentations on sarcoma, for those who would like to learn more.

Oncology Nursing Society
2013-04-25 - 2013-04-28 | Washington, DC, United States
http://www.ons.org/

American Association for Cancer Research
2013-04-06 - 2013-04-10 | Washington, DC, United States
http://www.aacr.org/

Power of the Ocean
2013-03-23 | Kiwanis Club Hall, 25155 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254, United States
Celebrate our Ocean of Hope team, with food and drink from the Kona Brewing Company. “Decade of Dominance,” a film about champion paddleboarder Jamie Mitchell, will be shown.
All proceeds will go to Hand in Hand: the Suzanne R. Leider Memorial Assistance Fund, which gives grants to help cover the costs of getting a second opinion.
Ocean of Hope (O2H) is the Alliance’s largest fundraiser and consists of a series of paddleboard and outrigger-canoe races. http://o2handthepoweroftheocean3.eventbrite.com/?ref=etckt

Bowling Fundraiser
2013-03-09 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Granada Bowl, 1620 Railroad Ave, Livermore, CA, 94550, United States
Have a fun-filled evening at the Granada Bowl in Livermore, Calif., in celebration of the memory of Marsha Bowles and for the benefit of the Sarcoma Alliance. The evening will begin with a dessert extravaganza 6-7 p.m., followed by two hours of bowling and a special auction. The cost is $12 per person. For more information or reservations, call Margaret Barrow at (925) 784-6577.

Annual Meeting of the Society of Gynecologic Oncology
2013-03-09 - 2013-03-12 | Los Angeles, CA, United States
Matthew Anderson, MD, PhD, the newest member of the Sarcoma Alliance board, will represent the Alliance at the SGO meeting. The Alliance has had a representative at this annual meeting since 2006. https://www.sgo.org/education/annual-meeting-on-womens-cancer/

Cold Hands Paddle
2013-03-03 | Cabrillo Beach, San Pedro, CA, United States
What started as a friendly competition between two lifeguards in the cold waters off Cabrillo Beach has turned into a yearly race that brings paddleboards, SUPs, outrigger canoes, kayaks and surf skis together to compete in a 4-mile course around the breakwall. The event is free, but parking is $7. Ocean of Hope team members will have a table at registration where you can buy T-shirts, gear and raffle tickets for a San Pedro Surf and Sport surfboard or a Joe Bark paddleboard. All proceeds will go to Hand in Hand: The Suzanne Renée Leider Memorial Assistance Fund, which helps sarcoma patients get a second opinion from an expert.
Volunteers will start setting up the table at 7 a.m., and the race starts at 8:30 a.m. There will be food and drink before the race as well as afterward at a reception between 10-11 a.m. The winner of the surfboard will be announced; the paddleboards will be awarded later in the season.

Casper's Cure
2012-10-20 19:00 - 23:00 | Sirico’s, 13th Ave and 81st Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States
If you missed Cupid’s Cure in 2011, you won’t want to miss Casper’s Cure in 2012. This special evening organized by Christina Moore in honor of her aunt and sarcoma survivor Josephine Schiavo. The event will be at Sirico’s at 13th Avenue and 81st Street in Brooklyn New York, The cost is $75/per person and includes wine and beer, dinner, dancing and lots of exciting raffles, baskets, and 50/50. Children under 10 are $40.00. Please wear Orange, Black, Purple or White. If you would like to be sent a formal invite send an email to christina.moore@wagner.edu.

Musculoskeletal Tumor Society, September 20, 2012, Tampa, FL
2012-09-20 - 2012-09-22 | Tampa, FL, United States
The nonprofit MSTS holds its annual meeting for those in the field of orthopedic oncology, many of whom see sarcoma patients. Alliance board member Suzie Siegel will attend.

U.S. Outrigger Championships -- Catalina Crossing, September 8, 2012, Newport Beach, CA
2012-09-08 | New York, NY, United States
First held in 1959, the Catalina Crossing is the ultimate outrigger-canoe race in California. Teams from all over the state, plus Canada, Hawaii, Guam and Japan, come to compete in the two-day event. Women, junior and coed teams race from Newport Beach to Avalon on Saturday, and men and master coed teams race back on Sunday. Ocean of Hope team members from Lanakila Outrigger Canoe Club raise money through their own fundraising pages each year.

Cancer Survivorship Expo
2012-07-22 12:00 - 18:00 | School of Multidimensional Healing and Womanology & Therologique, 18271 McDurmott West Suites G, H, I, J, Irvine , CA, 92614, United States
This day-long expo, sponsored by the Sarcoma Alliance, will offer support and information to those interested in cancer and other related diseases.
More than 30 health-care providers, researchers, advocates, and community members and organizations will speak on recovery, survival and healing. You can watch demonstrations, ask questions and purchase products.

Swing for Sarcoma, June 17, 2012, Dallas, TX
2012-06-17 17:00 - 21:00 | First Unitarian Church of Dallas, 4015 Normandy Ave., Dallas, TX, United States
Celebrate — or recover from — Father’s Day with live music to raise money for the Sarcoma Alliance. The acclaimed Jazz Combo of the First Unitarian Church of Dallas will perform first, followed by the rock band, Merry and the Mood Swings, a 2010 Grammy contender.
The $30 tickets can be bought on our donate page; please put “Dallas” in the comment section for PayPal. Checks also can be made out to the Sarcoma Alliance, with “Dallas” in the note section, and given to one of the organizers or mailed to Sarcoma Alliance, 775 East Blithedale #334, Mill Valley, CA 94941. Sarcoma survivors who cannot afford to attend should contact us. We want you to join us!
In addition to delicious food and drink, people can donate $10 for 2 tickets for beer or wine. A silent auction will feature jewelry; vintage women’s clothes from the ’60s; and more. We would be grateful to anyone who could donate food, drink or items for our silent auction. We also would welcome any volunteers for set up/clean up. Swing into summer with us!

Hobie / Hennessey's US Paddleboard Championships, June 2, 2012, Dana Point, CA
2012-06-02 | Doheny State Beach, Dana Point, CA, United States
Hennessey’s Taverns of California hosts Hennessey’s SUP & Paddleboard Racing Series. This event will have a pro course of 6, 8 or 9 miles, depending on the board class, plus a 4-mile fun course. Many Ocean of Hope team members will compete.
The race will start and finish adjacent to the Doheny Main Lifeguard Tower. Courses will be set using GPS and may change based on prevailing weather conditions. Elite races are anticipated to be beach start and beach finish, but may change per surf and tide conditions. Recreational races are anticipated to be water start and beach finish, but may change per surf and tide conditions.

Paddle For Humanity
2012-04-28 | United States
In 2012 Waterman’s Applied Science is sponsoring four races throughout the United States for the paddleboard community and at each venue is partnering with a few select non profits to spread their message and to help them raise funds. The Sarcoma Alliance is proud that Waterman’s has chosen us as one of the charities at their Dana Point race. To learn more about this wonderful event visit – http://paddleforhumanity.org/

Sunflowers at Rio's
2012-03-22 15:00 - 2012-03-23 22:00 | CA
Rio’s Brazilian Cafe will hold a fundraiser to benefit the Sarcoma Alliance. New sunflower cards by Austin artist Mark Goad will be sold, along with jewelry. Happy hour with free food and drinks.

Made Me Nuclear is Back
2012-03-12 - 2012-03-14 | Survivorship Conference, Puget Sound, WA, United States
Singer/songwriter/producer and cancer survivor Charlie Lustman has completed the first pop record about a cancer experience. Charlie’s battle with osteosarcoma in his jaw bone didn’t stop him from creating his inspiring collection of uplifting and emotional pop songs.
The album entitled, MADE ME NUCLEAR, is available at MadeMeNuclear.com. He has performed his songs across the United States raising awareness about sarcoma and the Sarcoma Alliance. Please check back to see venues where Charlie will be performing in 2012.
