Saturday’s third annual Girls Night Out, being billed as a celebration in support of women and local cancer charities, will offer educational workshops in the afternoon followed by an evening that will include a rally for women, survivor stories and a fashion show.
“This event is an exceptionally fun way to celebrate with your friends, be inspired to be more proactive, and raise funds for valuable local charities,” said Carrie Schulstad, chairwoman of the event committee. “We have some fun new activities this year, and it is always a blast to spend time with your ‘girlies’ in our charming downtown.”
The event is hosted by the Downtown Camas Association. According to organizers this year the event, sponsored by PeaceHealth Kearney Breast Center, will offer a broader education component with sessions focusing on awareness and action. Three options will be offered from 1 to 4 p.m.
Focusing on the long term wellness of women and in keeping with this year’s theme, a free three part health seminar called “Girly Parts Ed” will cover breast and ovarian cancer awareness and treatment options with prevention tips and healthy lifestyle incentives. The workshops include: “It’s Not Always a Lump,” with Dr. Lawrence Rose; “What’s In Your Jeans?” with Dr. Allison Higgins and “Girly Parts Prevail!” with Gail Weeks, an oncology nurse coordinator. During breaks, there will be yoga demonstrations and free massage. Registration for “Girly Parts Ed” begins at noon at Journey Church.
