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The SASS Foundation Concert Series to Fight Cancer!
The Landmark Theatre on Main Street, Pt. Washington, LI
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Yo La Tengo will be the featured performers when the 2007/08 Concert Series to fight cancer kicks off on Friday, October 19th at The Landmark Theatre.
For Tickets go to Ticketweb.com


Friday, November 3, 2006
The SASS Foundation/Insound Present...Nightmare of You + Guests
Landmark on Main Street, Port Washington, NY
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Tickets available at www.ticketweb.com and www.insound.com



October 2006
Steiner Sports Online Auction
www.steinersports.com
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During the month of October (Breast Cancer Awareness Month) Steiner Sports will be conducting an online sports memorabilia auction with proceeds to be donated to The SASS Foundation and Women at Risk. Log on to www.steinersport.com to participate in this exciting online auction that features one of a kind signed sports memorabilia. Auction ends on Oct.30th.

Wednesday, November 29 - Sunday, December 3
CHAMPIONS FOR CHARITY - Holiday Shopping Benefit
Americana Manhasset & Wheatley Plaza
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Help support our organization by doing your holiday shopping at participating Americana Manhasset and Wheatley Plaza stores from Wed., Nov. 29t Sun., Dec. 3rd druing regular shopping center hours. Select The SASS Foundation when registering for your CHAMPION CARD. Champions for Charity is a holiday shopping benefit where 25% of your pre-tax purchase will be donated to those charities you select. Your Champion Card is required to allocate your donation and MUST be presented at the time of each purchase. All 2006 Champions for Charity shoppers will be eligible to win a $2,000 Americana Manhasset GiftCard. TO REGISTER FOR YOUR CHAMPION CARD AND FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT CHAMPIONS FOR CHARITY, VISIT championsforcharity.org, or call 516.627.2277 or visit Americana Manhasset's Concierge Store



Wed., Nov. 29th - 6:30 -8:30 PM
Champions for Charity Cocktail Party
INTERMIX at Americana Manhasset
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Join us for a cocktail party to kick off Champions for Charity at Americana Manhasset - a benefit holiday shopping event. Don't miss out!



A Special Discount Event!
Jan Leslie Accessories Teams with The SASS Foundation
http://www.janleslie.com or 212-679-5337
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Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to purchase stunning gifts from the renown Jan Leslie, whose diverse collection of men's accessories (primarily one of a kind cufflinks) sold exclusively in a handful of select luxury stores around the world. The Jan Leslie collection has been featured in a variety of publications including InStyle and Maxims. Jan Leslie is best known for their vibrant hand-painted enamels in sterling silver and 18K gold. The Jan Leslie Company has agreed to to donate 40% of the sales proceeds through its website to the SASS Foundation. Simply go to www.janleslie.com or call Jan Leslie at 212-679-5337 when you are ready to make your purchase and use the code SASS. DON'T MISS THIS WONDERFUL OPPORUNTIY TO PURCHASE ONE OF A KIND HIGH END GIFTS FOR THAT SPECIAL MAN FOR ANY OCCASION.



Friday, March 23rd
Insound/SASS Foundation Concert Series
Landmark on Main Street, Port Washington, NY
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Insound.com & Griffin Technology present a very special hip-hop showcase featuring Def Jux artists Cage, Hangar 18 and Rob Sonic. For tickets please visit www.ticketweb.com or www.insound.com



Wednesday, March 7, 2007 - 6:00 PM
Medical Oncology Update Series - For medical professionals
Il Mulino Restaurant, 1042 Northern Blvd, Roslyn, NY - 6:00 PM
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This seminar, for medical professionals in the field of Oncology, is part of a continuing series of free educational seminars. Moderated by Dr. Frank Arena, the keynote speakers for this event are Dr. Aaron Chevinsky, Morris County Surgical Assn. and Dr. Allyson Ocean, Cornell Comprehensive Cancer Center. Lecture and dinner will take at Il Mulino Restaurant. To register for this program please fill out the registation form in this section or call The SASS Foundation office at 516-365-7277. Space is limited and on a first-come, first-serve basis. The deadline for registration is Friday, March 2, 2007. For further information, email Bo Feltkamp at bfeltkampsassfdn@gmail.com



JUST ANNOUNCED!!
New Riders of the Purple Sage - May 18th
@ the Landmark on Main Street in Port Washington, LI
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SOLD OUT! On Friday, May 18th, Relix Magazine and The SASS Foundation for Medical Research will host New Riders of the Purple Sage and Donna Jean & The Tricksters @ the Landmark on Main Street in Port Washington, Long Island.



Wednesday, May 9, 2007 - 6:00 PM Registration; 6:30 PM Dinner & Discussion
Medical Oncology Update Series - A CME Accredited Seminar & Dinner
The Garden City Hotel - Seventh Street, Garden City, NY
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The topic for the May 9th seminar is "Evolving Strategies Across the Breast Cancer Treatment Continuum." --- Keynote Speaker - Dr. Clifford Hudis,MD; Chief, Breast Cancer Medicine Service, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. ---- Moderator- Dr. Frank Area, MD FACP; President & Director of Research, The SASS Foundation for Medical Research. --- To register for this educational program, please fill out the online registration form (to the right and RSVP by May 4th. This CME accredited program is for Medical Professionals and by reservation only - first come, first serve basis and made possible through a generous grant from Astra Zeneca.



Wednesday, April 25, 2007 - MOU - 6:00 PM Registration, 6:30 Dinner & Discussion
Medical Oncology Update Series - for Medical Professionals
Morton's Steakhouse, 777 Northern Blvd, Great Neck, NY
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This seminar, for medical professionals in the field of Oncology, is part of a continuing series of free educational seminars. Keynote speaker is Dr. Frank Arena, MD FACP, President & Director of Research for The SASS Foundation. The topic for the evening is "Emerging Trends in the Treatment of Metastatic Colorectal Cancer." To register for this program, please fill out the registration formn this section or call The SASS Foundation office at 516-365-7277. Space is limited and on a first-come first served bases and by reservation only! - This program is offered free of charge due to a generous grant from Amgen.



Friday, December 7, 2007
SASS Foundation Concert Series- featuring ASSEMBLY OF DUST & JONAH SMITH
Landmark Theatre on Main Street, Pt. Washington, NY
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Thursday, Nov. 29th - Saturday, December 1st
CHAMPIONS FOR CHARITY - Holiday Shopping Benefit
AMERICANA MANHASSET & WHEATLEY PLAZA
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Help support our organization by doing your holiday shopping at participating Americana Manhasset and Wheatley Plaza stores from Thur, Nov. 29th to Sat., Dec. 1st during regular shopping center hours. Select The SASS Foundation when registering for your CHAMPION CARD. Champions for Charity is a holiday shopping benefit where 25% of your pre-tax purchase will be donated to those charities that you select. Your CHAMPION CARD is required to allocate your donation and MUST be presented at the time of each purchase. To register for your complimentary CHAMPION CARD and for more information about Champions for Charity, visit championsfor charity.org or call 516.627.2277. REMEMBER DESIGNATE THE SASS FOUNDATION FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH AS WE SHOP FOR A CURE!



Saturday, February 9, 2008
The SASS Foundation Concert Series to benefit cancer research!
NEW RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE return to The Landmark Theatre on Main Street in Port Washington, NY
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We are excited to announce the return of New Riders of the Purple Sage will perform on Saturday, February 9th, 2008 - ONE SHOW ONLY! Doors open at 8:30 PM.
Last May, they performed to a soldout crowd!! Don't be shut out!!
For advance sale tickets are available at ticketweb.com. Remember, all proceeds of this concert series benefit cancer research.




Sunday, Feb. 10th - 9:00 am - 12 NOON
Women's Cancer Wellness Day
Waldorf Astoria Hotel, New York
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Mark your calendars - SUNDAY, Feb. 10th as the date set for The SASS Foundation's first Womens Cancer Wellness Day.
The SASS Foundation for Medical Research and Swim Across America Present a free WOMEN'S CANCER WELLNESS DAY ON Sunday, Februrary 10,2008 at the Waldorf Astoria in NYC.
The events of the day will include: - Town Forum Doctor's Panel - Vendor Showcase - Continental Breakfast Topics discussed - Nutrition and wellness, Early detection of breast and other cancers, Newest cancer treatments and therapies.
To pre-register: fill out the form (to the right) on this Events page of this website or fax your name, address, and phone number to 516.869.9730. For further information contact bfeltkampsassfdn@gmail.com or call 516.365.7277. As part of Swim Across America's onoing commitment to support cancer research and prevention - this program is underwritten by a generous grant from SAA - along with support from New York State.



Wednesday, March 5, 2008 - 6PM Registration, 6:30 PM Lecture & Dinner
Medical Oncology Update Series for Oncology Physicians & Nurses only- Topic: Early Stage Breast Cancer
Garden City Hotel, Seventh Street, Garden City, NY
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The topic for this March 5th seminar, designed for Oncology Physicians & Oncology Nurses only, is entitled,"NEW ADVANCES IN EARLY STAGE BREAST CANCER." Keynote lecturer will be Dr. Frank Arena, Arena Oncology Associate and President of The SASS Foundation. Lecture and dinner will take place at The Garden City Hotel and is co-sponsored by Sanofi Aventis.
To register for this program, please fill out the registration form in this events section by Friday Februrary 29th. Space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis. So registerby Feb. 29th! For further information call the SASS Foundation office at 516.365.7277.
DIRECTIONS TO THE GARDEN CITY HOTEL
From the East Via Long Island Expressway (495): Take the Long Island Expressway – West to Exit 39-(Glen Cove Rd.). Turn left onto Glen Cove Rd & continue for 2 miles. After crossing over Old Country Rd., Glen Cove Rd. becomes Clinton Rd. Go 1 mile & turn right onto Stewart Ave. and proceed to the end. Turn left on Hilton Ave. and turn on the first right onto Seventh St. The hotel is on the right.

From the West Via Long Island Expressway (495): Take the LIE (495) eastbound to Exit 34 - New Hyde Park Rd. Turn right & continue south on New Hyde Park Rd. for 3 miles to Stewart Ave. Turn left onto Stewart Ave. and continue east for 2 miles. (You will see the hotel directly in front of you). Bear right onto Cathedral Ave. and turn left onto Seventh St. The hotel is on the left.




Saturday, April 12th - 9 am - 2 pm
Free Ovarian Cancer Awareness Day dedicated to the memory of Gerry Trunz
Inn & Spa at East Wind, Wading River, LI, NY
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SAVE THE DATE -for our first ever - OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS Day.
Gerry Trunz Memorial Lecturer - Dr. Richard Barakat, MD, Chief, Gynecology Services, Dept. of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Honoree ~ Media Personality, VALERIE SMALDONE
Made possible through the generosity of Swim Across America and The Gerry Trunz Foundation. Join us for a free educational seminar that includes ~ Doctors' Panel, Workshops, Vendor Showcase and Continental Breakfast and Luncheon. You MUST register to attend!
To register: please fill out the form to the right on this Events Page OR Fax your name, address, fax & phone # to 516.869.9730.




Monday, May 19th - 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Nurse Oncology Symposium for CEU credits
The Garden City Hotel - Seventh Street - Garden City, NY
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Co-provided by the Meniscus Educational Institute and The SASS Foundation for Medical Research, Inc.
Updates and Strategies for the Management of CLL
Garden City Hotel 45 7th Street Garden City, NY 11530 Monday, May 19, 2008 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Intended Audience
This symposium is intended for nurses who care for CLL patients and their families. It also includes interested nurses who may care for this population in the future.
Continuing Education
Statement of credit - Participants who successfully complete this activity (including completion and submission of evaluation form) will be issued a statement of credit via email or US mail within 4 weeks.
Nurses - This activity for 1.5 contact hours is provided by the Meniscus Educational Institute.
Karen Seiter, MD
Director, Adult Leukemia Service, Westchester Oncology Hematology Group
Registration: 6:00 pm
Dinner & Discussion: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Supported by an educational grant from Cephalon
Registration Information: To register for this event, please fill out the form to the right of this page.
Space is limited, register early!




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