Paint the Town Pink Organizers Announce Calendar of Events

This October marks the ninth annual “Paint the Town Pink” campaign, and Stamford Hospital is celebrating National Breast Cancer Awareness month with a line-up of educational and social events in Stamford, Darien and Norwalk. This year, the campaign also gets a boost of celebrity with TODAY’s fourth hour co-hosts, Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb, serving as the honorary co-chairs.

Kotb herself is a breast cancer survivor and has become an advocate for breast cancer awareness. In March 2007 she was diagnosed with the disease after her gynecologist found a lump in her breast during a routine check-up. That same year she chose to undergo a mastectomy and reconstructive surgery. A Greenwich resident, Gifford is a television host, singer, songwriter and actress, best known for her 15-year run on the talk show Live! With Regis and Kathie Lee, which she co-hosted with Regis Philbin. In April 2008, Gifford began co-hosting the fourth hour of NBC’s Today, alongside Kotb.

Sponsored by Stamford Hospital and a number of other community partners, Paint the Town Pink stresses the importance of screening and early detection and spreads the word about the comprehensive breast care services available right here in our community.  A calendar of events for this year’s “Paint the Town Pink” campaign are included below.

·                     Monday, September 30: Paint the Town Pink Golf Tournament, 12 noon

o      E. Gaynor Brennan Golf Course, 451 Stillwater Avenue, Stamford. Guys and dolls are invited to enjoy lunch, golf and dinner with the chance to win raffle prizes. Tickets are $140 per person for the event, $65 for dinner only. For more information, email golfforthecure2011@gmail.com or call 203.329.7429.

·                     Tuesday, October 1: Rizzuto’s Give Back Day, 11:30 a.m.

o      Rizzuto’s, 1980 W. Main St., Stamford. The restaurant will support the cause with 10% of the day’s proceeds benefitting Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, call 203.324.5900.

·                     Wednesday, October 2: A Night of Shopping, 5 p.m.

o      Agabhumi The Best of Bali, 22 Magee Avenue, Stamford. Come and enjoy Agabhumi’s hospitality as you shop in this unique fashion emporium, with 20% of sales donated to Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. Anyone spending $50 or more will receive a coupon for 20% off their next visit. For more information, email regina@agabhumi.com.

·                     Thursday, October 3: Save 2nd Base, 6 p.m.

o      Nagi Jewelers, 828 High Ridge Road, Stamford. Please join us for this exciting ladies night to benefit the Bennett Cancer Center. Enjoy a massage, make-up and more! For more information and to RSVP, please email liz@nagijewelers.com.

·                     Saturday, October 5: Mile of Pink, 10:30 a.m. – New Location: Mill River Park

o      Mill River Park, Washington Blvd., Stamford. Come together and show your support for local breast cancer survivors. Line the sidewalks of the park and literally “Paint the Town Pink.” Join Stamford Mayor Michael Pavia in our most visible display to promote breast cancer awareness. For more information, call 203.276.6143.

·                     Saturday & Sunday, October 5 & 6 Stamford Youth Football & Cheer – Scoring Touchdowns for the Cause.

o      Fields around the city are raising awareness for breast cancer programs with donations from parents and supporters for every touchdown scored at games this weekend. For more information, please call 203.536.7058.

·                     Tuesday, October 8: Pretty in Pink, 5:30 p.m.

o      Atria of Darien, 50 Ledge Road, Darien. An evening of wine, food and a fashion show provided by Helen Ainson. Enjoy shopping, a wine pull, a chair massage and more! A $10 donation will benefit Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, call 203.662.1090.

·                     Wednesday, October 9: The Beer Garden Goes Pink, 4:30 p.m.

o      The Beer Garden at Harbor Point, Stamford. Gather your friends and come down to the waterfront to enjoy craft beers and great food from gourmet food trucks as the Beer Garden gets pinked out to support the cause. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, email info@beeratthepoint.com

·                     Friday, October 11: Girlfriends Luncheon, 12 noon

o      Italian Center, 1620 Newfield Ave., Stamford. Celebrate love and friendship at an event that raises awareness for the importance of breast cancer screening and supports women with breast cancer. The cost is $45 per person. Space is limited and reservations are required by October 4. For more information and to register, please call 203.276.6143.

·                     Saturday, October 12:  Paint the Town Pink Fun Run/Walk, 10 a.m.

o      Fleet Feet Sports, 168 Bedford St., Stamford. This fun event includes a fitness and nutrition clinic and 5K run/walk welcoming participants of all ability levels. A suggested donation of $10 will benefit Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, please call 203.316.8700.

·                     Saturday, October 12: Stamford Hospital Football Game Day, 1:30 p.m.

o      Westhill High School Football Field, 125 Roxbury Rd., Stamford. Enjoy some exciting football at a game dedicated to Paint the Town Pink. At half-time, fans will create a pink mile around the track, and part of the concession stand proceeds will benefit Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, contact the WHS Touchdown Club at Claudia5280@hotmail.com.

·                     Sunday, October 13:  Celebrating Women, 8:30 a.m.

o      Darien YMCA, 2420 Post Rd., Darien. Get a screening mammogram at the Hospital’s Mobile Wellness Center (9 a.m. – 2 p.m.), try samples from our Embody Fitness Gourmet juice bar and take a master Zumba class (at 8:30 a.m.). Any non-member who has a mammogram that day will receive a free pass for this class – and don’t forget to wear pink! To make an appointment for a mammogram, please call 203.276.2606. For more information, email wellnesscenter@darien-ymca.org.

·                     Wednesday, October 16:  Pink Zen Hour, 5:30 p.m.

o      Hotel Zero Degrees, 909 Washington Blvd., Stamford. Enjoy pink martinis and rosé wines paired with healthy foods, and get some tips on making good food choices from the Bennett Cancer Center’s dietitian Lisa Shepard. For more information, please call 203.363.7900.

·                     Thursday, October 17: Pink Music, 6 p.m.

o      Atria of Stamford, 77 Third St., Stamford. Join us for a very special evening with songs of strength, spirit and humor performed by vocalist Frank Mastrone and breast cancer survivors. Share in good company of others while enjoying wine and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $10 per person with proceeds benefitting Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, please email marc.disick@atriaseniorliving.com or call 203.273.4629.

·                     Thursday-Sunday, October 17-20:  Key to the Cure

o      Saks Fifth Avenue, Stamford Town Center, Stamford. Support this four-day nationwide initiative that raises awareness and funds for early detection and cures women’s cancers. A portion of sales will benefit Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, please call 203-276.2606.

·                     Friday, October 18: A Hint of Pink: Battle for a Cure, 6 p.m.

o      Butterfield 8 Restaurant & Lounge, 112 Bedford Street, Stamford. Enjoy a two-hour open bar and the chance to win raffle prizes and pink giveaways. At 10 p.m. our resident DJ will start spinning for the cause to keep the night going. Wristbands are $30. For more information, contact Maria Mate at 203.504.8123.

·                     Saturday, October 19:  Pink Carnival, 1 p.m.

o      Barry & Fred, 441 Canal St., Stamford. Join us for free food, fun and games for the whole family. 15% of proceeds will benefit Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, email retail@juliska.com or call 203.316.9118.

·                     Monday-Friday, October 21-25:  Trinity Catholic Goes Pink

o      Trinity Catholic High School, 926 Newfield Avenue, Stamford. A week of school-related activities to support breast cancer awareness and raise funds with proceeds benefiting Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs.

·                     Wednesday, October 23: Portuguese Wine Tasting, 6 p.m.

o      Juliska, 465 Canal St., Stamford. Join us for an evening where you can shop, enjoy some light bites and sample fine wines from Portugal. 15% of proceeds will benefit Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, please call 203.316.9118.

·                     Thursday, October 24: Flying in the Pink, 5 p.m.

o      The Style Bar, 121 Towne St., Stamford. This fun night out includes hairstyling, Whispering Angel rose wine and finger foods by Libby Coverly Cooke Catering. Buy tickets to a raffle where you can win great prizes. Proceeds will benefit Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, please email info@thestylebar.com.

·                     Saturday, October 26: Girls’ Night Out...With the Boys! 6:30 p.m.

o      Italian Center, 1620 Newfield Ave., Stamford. The event kicks off with our annual Saks Fifth Avenue Breast Cancer Awareness Fashion Show featuring breast cancer survivors and their healthcare professionals. Then step it up a notch with a variety of activities including a sports memorabilia display, photo booth, martini bar, prizes and dancing to the tunes of the Streets of the Bronx Band. Guests can also enjoy an open bar serving wine and beer and the Italian Center’s famous antipasti. Tickets are $75 per person. For more information, please call 203.276.6143.

·                     Monday, October 28:  Treats & Treasures, 6 p.m.

o      Tully Health Center, 32 Strawberry Hill Court, Stamford. Sample desserts and wine from area merchants and get a jump on your holiday shopping with unique wares from special vendors and local shops. Entry fee is $10 and 20% of all sales will benefit Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, call 203.276.6143.

·                     Tuesday, October 29: Rizzuto’s Give Back Day, 11:30 a.m.

o      Rizzuto’s, 1980 W. Main St., Stamford. The restaurant will support the cause with 10% of the day’s proceeds benefitting Stamford Hospital’s breast cancer programs. For more information, call 203.324.5900.

·                     Wednesday, October 30: Hotel Zero Degrees Pinks it up for Breast Cancer Awareness, 5:30 p.m.

o      Hotel Zero Degrees, 353 Main Ave., Norwalk. Join us for an intimate and enlightening panel discussion featuring Stamford Hospital experts, and learn how to adapt to a healthier lifestyle. Experience farm-to-table tastings with chef Albert DeAngelis of Mediterraneo of Norwalk while you educate your palate with organic wines. For more information, please call 203.750.9800.

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Stamford Hospital will be offering additional time slots for screening mammograms at the Tully Health Center and Darien Imaging Center. To be eligible, mention the work “PINK” when scheduling an appointment at (203) 276-7763.

In addition, Stamford Hospital’s Mobile Wellness Center will offer mammography screenings at a variety of locations, listed below. Please call (203) 276-5990 and press “1” to make an appointment.

·         Saturday, October 5, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Yerwood Center – Hispanic Health Fair

90 Fairfield Ave., Stamford

·                     Sunday, October 6, 8 a.m. – 12 noon.

                  The Fairfield County ADA Step Out to Stop Diabetes Walk – Westhill High School

                  125 Roxbury Rd., Stamford

·                     Sunday, October 13, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

                  Darien YMCA

                  2420 Post Rd., Darien

·                     Saturday, October 19, 9 a.m. – 12 noon.

                  French Speaking Baptist Church of Stamford

                  28 Adams Ave., Stamford

·                     Saturday, October 26, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

                  Union Baptist Church

                  805 Newfield Ave., Stamford

For more information about this year’s events, visit www.PaintTheTownPinkStamford.org or call (203) 276-6143.