When:
July 20, 2024 all-day
2024-07-20T00:00:00-05:00
2024-07-21T00:00:00-05:00
Where:
The American Legion
4501 S Airport Rd
Bartonville, IL 61607
USA
At 75, Roger Nuhn of Glasford is a relative newlywed. When he and Bonnie married five years ago, he joined a close-knit family that all rallied around him when he started treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia in the winter of 2014. Presented with the opportunity to participate in a clinical trial, Roger decided, “What have I got to lose?” The answer: Nothing. He’s not only responding well to treatment—which he’s not sure he could have afforded on his own—but he’s also recovered the energy to do the things he loves. “I wouldn’t have been able to do anything without this treatment. Now, I feel like doing stuff again.” Continue Reading
Roger Nuhn
When:
July 20, 2024 all-day
2024-07-20T00:00:00-05:00
2024-07-21T00:00:00-05:00
Where:
The American Legion
4501 S Airport Rd
Bartonville, IL 61607
USA
When you consider all the things you’d like to pass on to your children, cancer certainly doesn’t make the list. But given her family’s history, Ann Best knew it was a possibility. After much deliberation, Ann underwent genetic testing and many family members followed. Knowing the important role the Foundation plays in helping promote and advance testing locally; Ann remains a vocal advocate, serving as a volunteer, donor and board member. “For my kids, I want to see really good research continue right here. The Foundation helps keep Illinois CancerCare on the cutting edge of treatments and therapies.” Continue Reading
Ann Best
Bikers for Ta-Tas
When:
July 20, 2024 all-day
2024-07-20T00:00:00-05:00
2024-07-21T00:00:00-05:00
Where:
The American Legion
4501 S Airport Rd
Bartonville, IL 61607
USA
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Begins and ends at The American Legion – Bartonville
Food, Music, Raffles, 50/50 drawing, cash and other prizes.
Founded in 2008, Bikers for Ta-Tas is a committee steered not-for-profit organization highlighted by a fundraising motorcycle run for breast cancer.
Come help us raise funds for breast cancer services in Central Illinois. This year’s ride will be 130 – 140 miles. The celebration will start at 8:00 a.m. with the last bike in by 5:00 p.m. Featuring live music rom two bands from 5-10 p.m. after the ride.
