Clarksville, TN – (CLARKSVILLENOW) – On September 29, 2018, the Distinguished Steppers Unlimited (DSU) of Clarksville – in partnership with Clarksville Parks & Recreation – will usher in this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a visual reminder of the importance of breast health, early breast cancer detection, and treatment.
A tree adorned in pink will be assembled and trimmed in recognition of the many breast cancer survivors, and in memory of those who lost their fight with the disease.
The Pink Empowerment Tree Trimming and Reception will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 29, and will be an opportunity for community members to gather, share information, and seek support from others who have had the survivor’s experience or have had the experience of a caregiver, family member, or companion. It is intended to be a source of support, strength, and encouragement for men and women who share a concern in the fight against breast cancer and all forms of cancer.
The “Tree in Pink for Breast Cancer” will be placed at the Kleeman Recreation Center (located at 166 Cunningham Lane). Community members are encouraged to stop by to see the tree, are welcome to add pink ornaments to the tree, and can also decorate trees in other visible areas in the Clarksville community to promote breast cancer awareness, if they so choose.
As the fight against cancer continues, the hope is that the pink tree and others like it will remain illuminated throughout the holiday season as a visual reminder of the courageous individuals who continue the fight for their lives against this disease that affects so many.
Call (931) 472-3383 for information on this and other programs at the Kleeman Recreation Center. For information on the Distinguished Steppers Unlimited, contact Kathleen Evans (931) 378-9422, or join their Facebook group.