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Susan G. Komen Florida Names 2020 Warriors In Pink

Susan G. Komen Florida announced their 2020 Warriors in perseverance and persistence due to her family. Kay is Dragons Breast Cancer Survivor Dragon Boat Team, she
Pink on Oct. 15, at the organization’s “Pink Flamingo Party” determined to do her absolute best to raise awareness about offers survivors and their supporters the many benefits of
at the Palm Beach Zoo. The festive atmosphere reflected early detection because that is what saved her. healthy exercise and sisterhood camaraderie.
the spirit of the nine chosen survivors and their passion for Kim Brisky, Age 57, Hobe Sound Tanya Burke, Age 52, West Palm
defeating breast cancer as ambassadors for Komen and the Kim is a one-year-plus survivor. Beach
2020 South Florida Race for the Cure on Jan. 25, 2020 in She was diagnosed on April Fool’s Tanya is a two-year survivor. She
Downtown West Palm Beach. Day 2018. The timing may have found her breast cancer early thanks to
The 2020 Warriors in Pink demonstrate the disease can strike foreshadowed one of the important a self-exam that detected a lump that
anyone, regardless of family history, age, ethnicity, race or things Kim leaned on to get her was later diagnosed as Stage 1A triple
gender. They will carry their message of breast cancer awareness through her journey: a sense of humor. negative breast cancer. As a single
to their own communities and take action collectively to create She hopes to pay forward the love African-American woman, she wants
a groundswell of support in South Florida to help Komen reach and support she has been given by to set an example of looking within for
its bold goal to reduce U.S. breast cancer her family and coworkers by helping inspiration and helping more women
deaths by 50 percent by 2026. other patients through their journeys. of color become visible in the fight.
The 2020 Komen Florida Warriors Betsy Burden, Age 59, Palm Beach Denise Kaslow, Age 57, Palm Beach
In Pink Are: Gardens Gardens
Kay Alvarez, Age 43, West Palm Betsy is a 13-year survivor. As one Denise is a 20-year survivor. She has
Beach of the founding members of the Christ been involved with the Race for Cure
Kay is a one-year survivor. Despite Fellowship Cancer Support Group, for the past 21 years, serving as a Race
undergoing seven surgeries, Kay Betsy comforts other cancer patients
remained filled with determination, and, as the president of the Lighthouse Susan G. Komen on page 3
11th Annual Bluewater Babes ‘Fish For The Cure’

Weigh-In And Awards Dinner

Report and Photos by Penny Sheltz
Saturday, Oct. 5, there was a boat decorating contest and
water gun fights before boats headed to the inlet at 7:45 a.m.
• 8 to 3:30 p.m.: Anglers headed out the inlet to try to catch
the winning fish. The weigh-in was from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at
Rybovich North Marina.
• 5:30 p.m.: Welcome and announcements were followed
by a delicious buffet provided by Rybovich and drinks were
provided by Tito’s Handmade Vodka.

Bluewater Babes ‘Fish For the Cure’ on page 2
Big Dog Ranch Rescue Features Adoptable Furry Friends

At Second Annual Barks And Brews

Benefit at Downtown at the Gardens spotlighted the More than 300 guests enjoyed unlimited beer tastings from downtownatthegardens.com or call (561) 727-2640. To
nonprofit’s mission to “save dogs of all breeds and prepare dogs Funky Buddha Brewery, Ocean Republic Brewing Co., Twisted adopt a dog from Big Dog Ranch Rescue, visit https://bdrr.
for their forever families.” Trunk Brewing, Steam Horse Brewing, Tequesta Brewing Co. org/ or call (561) 791-6465.
Downtown at the Gardens and Big Dog Ranch Rescue and Due South Brewing, delicious bites from Yard House, About Downtown At The Gardens
(BDRR) raised a stein on Oct. 11 for the second annual Barks Grimaldi’s and Sloan’s Ice Cream and live entertainment with Downtown at the Gardens is a lifestyle center located in Palm
and Brews, which benefited Big Dog Ranch Rescue. their favorite canines. BDRR also brought a dozen dogs of all Beach Gardens, Fla., featuring a unique collection of shops
“We are thrilled to partner with Big Dog Ranch Rescue ages and breeds that were available for adoption at the event. and restaurants, including Whole Foods, Cobb 16 Theaters,
for another successful Barks and Brews event,” stated Erin “Our mission is to save dogs of all breeds from certain death,
Devlin, marketing manager for Downtown at the Gardens. provide a loving, transitional home while preparing dogs for
“BDRR is a true champion for dogs in Palm Beach County their forever families,” said Lauree Simmons, president and
and we are honored to spotlight them and all the good they’re founder of BDRR. “Our goal is to save 5,000 dogs each year,
doing for man’s best friend.” to heal and place them with loving families and to educate
250,000 people about proper
dog care and the importance
of spaying and neutering. A
big thank you to Downtown
at the Gardens for hosting this
annual event. Because of their
support tonight, five more
furry friends have a loving
place to call home.” Christopher Kraus, Lauree Simmons, John Ryan
For more information,
please visit www . Big Dog Ranch Rescue on page 4