Making Strides Against Breast Cancer's 'Blingo' fundraiser will benefit the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer prevention, treatment and cure initiatives. Light hors d’oeuvres, specialty desserts and "Pinked Out" coffee bar will be provided. Tickets are limited and include event admission, food, non-alcoholic drinks, one complimentary multi-round game card and a special pink surprise. A full cash bar with pink drink specials will be available.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer will hold its Knoxville kickoff event with a "Little Pink Dress Party." The event features information about Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and the American Cancer Society's breast cancer programs and services; team and individual signups; store; heavy hors d'oeuvres and pink drink specials. Pink attire is encouraged. The event serves as the kickoff for the Oct. 21, 2018, at World's Fair Park. RSVP before Aug. 7 by emailing [email protected], calling 865-558-4053 or visiting makingstrideswalk.org/knoxvilletnkickoff.

The inaugural Survivor Soirée will celebrate the accomplishments of Survivor Fitness Foundation participants and raise awareness of the importance of support for cancer survivors post-treatment. The soiree includes a four-course, wine-pairing dinner prepared by Chef Kendale Ball, owner of Simpl restaurant, with wines from Empire Distributors. The 2019 honoree for the Knoxville event is Deb Panella. Survivor Fitness has locations in Knoxville and Nashville.