Car enthusiasts are invited to show off their wheels and participate in a family-friendly car show for a good cause. The Rev Up to Unite & Fight Cancer event is set for 8:30 am to 3 pm, Saturday, May 30 at Hartsfield Village, 10000 Columbia Avenue, Munster.
All makes and models are welcome to participate in this all-weather show. Car owners may register their rides for a nominal $15 pre-registration or $20 day-of-registration fee. Pre-registration must be postmarked by May 20, 2015. All fees are non-refundable. To register for the Rev Up car show, contact Sherri Holt at 219-836-0130.
Registered vehicles will automatically be entered in a raffle drawing to win fabulous prizes and awards in the categories of: residents’ vote, public vote and ladies’ choice. Participating owners will also receive a goody bag full of free giveaways, and a free lunch provided by Hartsfield Village staff.
Proceeds from the car show benefit the Cancer Resource Centre in Munster. The Centre is a program of the Community Cancer Research Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing cancer detection, diagnosis, treatment, education and prevention efforts through the hospitals of Community Healthcare System.
Since first opening its doors in 2003, the Cancer Resource Centre has offered all of its services free of charge to all who enter. The Centre is funded from generous donations and grants, in-kind contributions and volunteer support. Anyone who needs help coping with a cancer diagnosis is invited to the Centre where they will find a welcoming atmosphere, encouragement and valuable resources. Individuals may check out books, view videotapes and other educational material within the library or conduct internet searches to obtain research concerning diagnosis, treatment and general information. Groups gather to share experiences in social and professionally-led groups for support. Mind-body programs including yoga, Reiki and empowerment drumming, help patients deal with the complexities of cancer treatment, and rise above the stresses and difficulties of the journey.
Rev Up will help the Cancer Resource Centre get ready for its annual fundraiser, the Unite & Fight Cancer Walk & Fun Run, to be held Sunday, October 4 at the Munster High School football field. The annual walk/run raised more than $100,000 in 2014 alone, helping to provide support for local cancer victims, survivors and their families.
The Cancer Resource Centre and Community Cancer Research Foundation are located at 926 Ridge Road in Munster. For more information, call 219-836-3349 or visit www.cancerresourcecentre.com.