2nd ANNUAL MILES FOR MELANOMA for Kristen O'Hara
Saturday, June 3, 2023
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Marietta, New York
Free–$38.10 · 3 races
5km
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, June 3, 2023, for the 2nd Annual Miles for Melanoma event in beautiful Marietta, Onondaga! This inspiring run/walk/bike-a-thon is dedicated to raising awareness for ocular melanoma while honoring the courageous journey of Kristen O'Hara. Starting at 9:30 AM, participants can choose to take part in an invigorating 5K on the scenic shores of Otisco Lake or join remotely from anywhere, ensuring everyone can be a part of this meaningful occasion.
Last year's event was a heartwarming success, with supporters sharing their experiences across social media, and this year promises to be even more vibrant! After the race, enjoy an outdoor celebration with fellow participants to express gratitude for your incredible support. Don't forget to capture your moments and use the hashtag #faithforkristen! Whether you are an enthusiastic participant or looking to volunteer, your involvement makes a difference. Let's come together to celebrate life, resilience, and hope in the fight against melanoma!
Last year's event was a heartwarming success, with supporters sharing their experiences across social media, and this year promises to be even more vibrant! After the race, enjoy an outdoor celebration with fellow participants to express gratitude for your incredible support. Don't forget to capture your moments and use the hashtag #faithforkristen! Whether you are an enthusiastic participant or looking to volunteer, your involvement makes a difference. Let's come together to celebrate life, resilience, and hope in the fight against melanoma!
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Races
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Otisco Lake 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
We are hosting a 5k on Otisco Lake. Come one, come all and walk, run or bike before spending time together & enjoy refreshments on the lake!
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$38.10
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Otisco Lake 5k- Kids 10 & Under
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
Free
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Virtual 5k for Kristen O'Hara
VirtualIncl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$27.50
Organiser's description
Welcome Back and we look forward to seeing you so soon! Thank you for participating in "Miles for Melanoma" -- our 2nd annual run/walk/bike-a-thon to raise awareness for ocular melanoma and share Kristen O'Hara's story! 9:30am Saturday June 3rd our family will be hosting an in-person 5k event on Otisco Lake, or feel free to sign up and join remotely. Last year it was amazing to see all the participants across the country sharing on Instagram and Facebook. We can't wait to kick off the opening of our family lake house with so many loved ones!
An outdoor celebration will follow for those who participate in person, as a thank-you for your support. If you choose to participate remotely, make sure to tag pictures with hashtag #faithforkristen and tag @milesformelanoma!
If you or someone you know would like to be a company sponsor of the event or a day-of volunteer, please reach out to Maggie O'Hara for details. [email protected]
In June 2020, Kristen's journey with cancer began. What was thought to be standard cataract surgery became a tumor behind her left eye -- uveal melanoma. After rounds of radiation under the care of Wills Eye Center in Philadelphia, the cancer caused Kristen to lose her eye. The cancer has since metastasized to her liver, and Kristen had spent a year doing immunoembolization and radiaton of the liver. The cancer since has spread to her bones and she will be in weekly Kimmtrak treatments for life. The growth in her spine is being monitored monthly and the good news is, she hasn't yet needed to begin radiation for her bones.
We are SO excited to come together with friends, family and supporters, in Otisco Lake or remotely to support this cause. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your continued support.
An outdoor celebration will follow for those who participate in person, as a thank-you for your support. If you choose to participate remotely, make sure to tag pictures with hashtag #faithforkristen and tag @milesformelanoma!
If you or someone you know would like to be a company sponsor of the event or a day-of volunteer, please reach out to Maggie O'Hara for details. [email protected]
In June 2020, Kristen's journey with cancer began. What was thought to be standard cataract surgery became a tumor behind her left eye -- uveal melanoma. After rounds of radiation under the care of Wills Eye Center in Philadelphia, the cancer caused Kristen to lose her eye. The cancer has since metastasized to her liver, and Kristen had spent a year doing immunoembolization and radiaton of the liver. The cancer since has spread to her bones and she will be in weekly Kimmtrak treatments for life. The growth in her spine is being monitored monthly and the good news is, she hasn't yet needed to begin radiation for her bones.
We are SO excited to come together with friends, family and supporters, in Otisco Lake or remotely to support this cause. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your continued support.
Location
223 Amber Beach Road, Marietta, 13110, NY, United States
2nd ANNUAL MILES FOR MELANOMA for Kristen O'Hara
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