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Here are details of some of the events that FACT are organising this year.

For information on attending events, or if you feel that you or your organisation can help in any way, please don't hesitate to contact FACT on 0191 4420833.

Would you or someone you know benefit from social and support events for cancer patients, and survivors, and their families and friends?

Would you like to help provide these events for people who need them?

If your answer is ‘YES' to either of these questions....... please read on........

 

Events in 2010

January

Fundraising Bag Pack @ M&S Northumberland St, Newcastle

Location: Marks & Spencers, Northumberland St, Newcastle upon Tyne

Date: Saturday 30 January 2010

Time: 10am - 4pm

 

February

Love your Lungs Launch/Red Day

Whickham Parochial Primary School is holding a Non-uniform Red Day which will see FACT launch a Love Your Lungs Campaign which aims to increase children's awareness about keeping fit through regular exercise and eating healthy foods.

The campaign will be delivered through a school assembly at a level children will understand.

We are delighted to have the Mayor of Gateshead as a guest at this event.

Location: Whickham Parochial Primary School

Date: Friday 12th February 2010

 

Anniversary Black Tie Dinner

Tickets only £35, includes:

Reception 4 Course Dinner
World champions Kelly Hendry School of Irish Dancers
Live Band Entertainment By the Dark Horses
Disco


Tickets can be purchased individually or in tables of ten. If you would like to join us again, please complete the application form which can be downloaded below, and send it with your payment, made payable to FACT, to Joanne Smith, Fighting All Cancers Together, PO Box 271, Newcastle, NE16 9AH

Download the application form now (PDF format)

If you need further information please phone 0191 4420833

Location: Marriott Hotel, Gateshead

Date: Saturday 27th February 2010

Time: 6pm - 1am

 

March

Breast Reconstruction Evening

This event is for ladies who are considering or would like further information on breast reconstruction. The event is held in a venue away from hospital where we can provide a relaxed friendly atmosphere to deliver practical support, advice and models willing to show others their own reconstruction.

Medical professionals will also be at the events to talk and answer questions.

Location:Holiday Inn, Washington

Date: Wednesday 24th March

Time: 7pm-9pm

 

Fundraising Bag Pack at M&S Northumberland St, Newcastle

Location: Marks & Spencers, Northumberland Street, Newcastle upon Tyne

Date: Saturday 13th March

Time: 10am-4pm

 

April

Family Easter Party

An evening of Easter Fun including Bonnet making, competitions, cake and biscuit decorating. Egg decorating & jarping. Includes Pie & Pea Supper for adults, and chicken nuggets & chips for children. All children receive an Easter Egg.

Tickets £5 each (up to 10 Years.)

Location: Marquis of Granby, Sunniside

Date: Tuesday 6th April 2010

 

Ladies Clarins Party & Pamper Evening -TBC

An opportunity for ladies to enjoy an evening of pampering and makeovers with their friends and families.

As well as traditional therapists and make-up & nail consultants, specialist cancer holistic therapists and cosmetic consultants will be available who have expertise and experience of, for example, appropriate pampers for cancer patients and make-up lessons for ladies who have lost their hair and eyebrows due to chemotherapy.

A lovely social occasion which includes a buffet.

Tickets: £10

Location: TBC

Date: Saturday 24th April 2010

 

May

Skin Cancer Awareness for Children

A bigger version of the programme in 2009.

Events will be held in local schools during class time and hopefully coffee mornings for parents potentially reaching thousands of children & their families.

This event is aimed at promoting being safe in the sun and skin cancer prevention on a level that children can understand and appreciate. Dave Anderson, MP for Blaydon has asked that this also be run through more schools in his area for 2010.

Location: TBC

Date: TBC

Time: TBC

 

Live Band Entertainment – Elvis Tribute Night

Location: Marquis of Granby

Date: Friday 21st May 2010

 

North East Ambulance Service Coast to Coast Bike Ride

Funds to be split between FACT and Kidney Charity. A number of local Ambulance staff have volunteered to ride the Coast to Coast in an effort to raise funds for FACT.

Location: Coast to Coast!

Date: TBC

 

June

Breast Reconstruction Evening

This event is for ladies who are considering or would like further information on breast reconstruction. The event is held in a venue away from hospital where we can provide a relaxed friendly atmosphere to deliver practical support, advice and models willing to show others their own reconstruction.

Medical professionals will also be at the events to talk and answer questions.

Location:Holiday Inn, Washington

Date: Wednesday 16th June

Time: 7pm-9pm

 

July/August

Lung Cancer Awareness Roadshow

Lung Cancer Awareness Roadshow FACT will launch a roadshow which will involve going into local businesses to distribute literature promoting awareness of lung cancer.

Location: TBC

Date: TBC

 

September

Breast Reconstruction Evening

This event is for ladies who are considering or would like further information on breast reconstruction. The event is held in a venue away from hospital where we can provide a relaxed friendly atmosphere to deliver practical support, advice and models willing to show others their own reconstruction.

Medical professionals will also be at the events to talk and answer questions.

Location:TBC

Date: Wednesday 22th September

Time: 7pm-9pm

 

Charity Golf Day

A fundraising event at a local golf course.

Location: TBC

Date: TBC

October

Cancer Awareness Event, Gateshead

The purpose of this event is to gather, under one roof, services available to Cancer patients and their families, as well as addressing education and prevention issues.

These range from Holistic Therapists, Specialist Underwear Suppliers, Wig & Hair-loss Advisors, Support Groups, Make-up consultants, Financial and Benefit Advisors, and many more.

It will also give those suffering from Cancer and their friends and families opportunity to meet others in similar positions to themselves.

We also want to raise public awareness of this disease, ways to prevent it, and promote healthy living.

Location: Gateshead

Date: Saturday 2nd October

 

Family Halloween Party

At the Marquis of Granby, Sunniside. An evening of traditional Halloween fun for all the family including supper, party games, magic and fancy dress competitions. (up to 12 Years)

Location: Marquis of Granby, Sunniside

Date: Tuesday 26th October


 

November

Breast Reconstruction Evening

This event is for ladies who are considering or would like further information on breast reconstruction. The event is held in a venue away from hospital where we can provide a relaxed friendly atmosphere to deliver practical support, advice and models willing to show others their own reconstruction.

Medical professionals will also be at the events to talk and answer questions.

Location:TBC

Date: Wednesday 17th November

Time: 7pm-9pm

 

Children's Christmas Party

Krazy Kingdom Christmas party fun for all! Held in a local children's soft play venue and will include meal, party games and of course a visit from Santa! (up to 12 years)

Location: Krazy Kingdom

Date: Sunday 28th November

 

Carol Singing

Details to be confirmed.

Location: TBC

Date: TBC

 

December

Christmas Celebrations

Details to be confirmed.

Location: TBC

Date: TBC

 

Fundraising Bag Pack

Details to be confirmed.

Location: TBC

Date: TBC


 

Events in 2009

May

Skin Cancer Awareness Event

This event is aimed at promoting being safe in the sun and skin cancer prevention.

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Location: FX Leisure Club, Team Valley, Gateshead

Date: Saturday 23 May

Time: 2pm-5pm




School Skin Cancer Awareness Week

This event is aimed at promoting being safe in the sun and skin cancer prevention on a level that children can understand and appreciate.

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Location: Various Schools

Date: Mon 18 - Fri 22 May 2009

June

National 3 Peaks Challenge

8 walkers, 2 drivers and 3 FACT members to support them.

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Location: UK

Date: 12th and 13th of June

July/August/September

FACTS Fittest Fire & Rescue Service Team

with Tyne & Wear Fire Service

Up to 20 teams of 5 entering the competition to find the fittest team while raising awareness of men's cancers.

We are producing info sheets on men's cancers in conjunction with an occupational therapist for distribution to the Fire Service and general public.

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Location: UK

Date: 12th and 13th of June

 

October

Cancer Support Awareness Event

Support Services for all cancer patients and their families/carers, holistic therapies, financial/benefits advice, specialist clothing, cosmetic advice, medical representatives, healthy living etc.

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Location: Copthorne Hotel, Newcastle

Date: Saturday 10 October 2009

Time: 11am - 1pm

 

Promotional stand at the Metro Centre, Gateshead

Fund raising and awareness information stand

Location: Metro Centre Gateshead

Date: Saturday 17 October 2009

 

FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY

October Half Term Holiday Fun

  • Pie and pea supper for adults
  • Chicken nNuggets and chips plus a drink for children
  • Party fun and games
  • Kids Halloween Fancy Dress Competition
  • Prizes
  • Raffle/Tombola

Tickets cost £5 per person - for more information and tickets call 0191 4420833

Location: Marquis of Granby, Sunniside.

Date: Tuesday 27th October 2009 6.30pm - 9pm

November

Ladies Pamper and Makeover Evening

Feeling stressed? Need to unwind?

  • Traditional Therapists, Make-up and Nail Consultants
  • Specialist Cancer Holistic Therapists and Cosmetic Consultants
  • Wig and Head coverings - specialist advice and suppliers
  • Exclusive use of FX Leisure Facilities including Spa and Pool
  • Refreshments and Buffet
  • Raffle/Tombola

Location: FX Leisure, Team Valley Gateshead

Date: Saturday 21 November 2009 - 7pm until 10pm

Tickets cost £12.50 per person

 

Children's Christmas Party

  • Pie and peas for adults
  • Choice of Chicken Nuggets, hot dog or fish fingers and chips for children
  • Exclusive use of fantastic Krazy Kingdom facilities
  • Party Fun and Games
  • Visit and gift for each child from Santa
  • Prizes
  • Raffle/Tombola

Tickets cost £5 per child, £5 per adult

Location: KRAZY KINGDOM, ANNFIELD PLAIN

Date: Sunday 29th November 3.30pm – 6.30pm


 

December

Kids Christmas Event

This will be a Christmas Party for children who are affected by Cancer – either as the patient or due to illness in their family.
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