Programs & Events
LFA, PNW conducts educational, fundraising and advocacy activities in communities throughout the region
MAY IS LUPUS AWARENESS MONTH
A time to come together, be seen, be heard, have fun and make an impact!
Friday, May 10th is Worldwide Lupus Day
Community Vigil and Celebration
7-9:30pm
Rainer Valley Cultural Center
3515 S Alaska St. Seattle, WA. 98118
Join us for a commemoration of those who have past away from lupus, followed by a family celebration of their lives and our own. This evening is open to those with lupus, their families and friends. RSVP required by May 5th
Call 1877-774-2992 or email celia@lupuspnw.org.
There is No Admission Fee for this event, but please bring your favorite appetizer or dessert to share.
Saturday, May 11th, 9:30am – 1:30pm
LFA-PNW, a member of A3will have an exhibit booth at Living with Autoimmunity – Putting Your Best Self Forward. Organized by the Autoimmune Advocacy Alliance (A3). This program will explore how to enjoy life to its fullest despite the challenges of living with an autoimmune disease. Speakers include LFA-PNW’s own Joy Cameron, an Idaho mother, entrepreneur, educator and woman living with lupus. Joy is currently competing to be Mrs. Idaho, and her platform is “Beautiful Abilities,” empowering women with physical, developmental or mental health challenges to shine. Registration costs $15 per person and includes lunch. For more information, and to register go to www.a3autoimmunity.org.
Saturday, May 15th, GiveBIG Campaign
When you make a donation to LFA,PNW on this day through the Seattle Foundation website: www.seattlefoundation.org Your gift will bring in extra dollars to the chapter.
Friday, May 17th is Put on Purple (POP) Day
The lights on at the Seattle Ferris Wheel will spin purple at dusk on behalf of Lupus Awareness!
Join us on Pier 57for this historic occasion during which a proclamation will be read designating May as Lupus Awareness Month. Start time 6:30 pm.
People at businesses and schools throughout the region will be donning purple apparel to show support for LFA, PNW Chapter.
JUNE 2013 Oregon
6th Annual Links for Lupus Golf Tournament
Sunday June 23rd
Registration: 6:30 am / Tee Off: 7:30am
Stone Creek Golf Club, 14603 South Stoneridge Dr. Oregon City, OR 97045
For only $100, each golfer will receive green fees, cart, range balls, and lunch. There will also be a raffle drawing, and many great prizes!
To register, or for more information, please call Cathy or Corky Goble at 503-667-7599 or email clarkgoble215@gmail.com. RSVP by June 1st.
LFA-PNW WALKS: Calendar these now!
The Portland Walk to End Lupus Now
Sunday, June 2nd, 8:30am-1:30pm
Oaks Park, Portland
The Seattle Walk to End Lupus Now
Saturday, September 7th, 8:30am-1:30pm
Magnuson Park, Seattle
The Pierce County Walk to End Lupus Now
Saturday, September 14th, 8:30-1:30pm
Fort Steilacoom Park, Lakewood WA
Other Lupus Awareness events and activities will be posted soon, so check back on our website frequently.
For more information, please contact the Northwest Chapter Office at:
1877.774.2992