Hundreds packed the Hard Rock Café that night to show their support for breast cancer awareness, help raise funds for the Commonwealth Cancer Association and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, and enjoy the fantastic performances of many talented local artists.
The evening included a special song number and slideshow dedicated to breast cancer survivors, a silent auction, raffle drawing, limited-edition Pinktober merchandise sales, a breast cancer awareness exhibit and educationalv announcements, and health screenings coordinated by the Department of Public Health.
In particular, CCA extends its deepest appreciation to:
The Hard Rock Cafe;
Sponsors — Alamo Rent a Car, DFS Galleria, IT&E, Konflict, National Car Rental, Pepsi, and Power 99;
Musical performers — Afetnas Regime, Black Sands Band, Burning Bush, Jerry Alcantara, Larra Ramos, Leila Staffler, Past and Present Band, Pats & Dhen Acoustic Night, and The Sai;
The Durables Club of Saipan;
Auction donors — Barry Wonenberg, Expressions, Fusion Designs, and Saipan Sunset Cruise, Inc.;
CCA volunteers — Ann Lagmay, Martha Mendiola, Milescelyn Rodriguez, and Mindy Park;
Master of Ceremonies — Jordan Davis;
The Department of Public Health; and Members of the Breast Cancer Awareness Committee — Joanne Ogo, Jocelyn Songsong, Arielle Buyum, Trina Sablan, Evonne Sablan, Angela Rosario, Shiella Perez, Rose Castro, April Camacho, Jonathan Kiyoshi, and Tayna Camacho.
The total amount of funds raised for the Commonwealth Cancer Association was $4,272, including $1,562 from Pinktober ticket proceeds, $2,400 from the Durables Club of Saipan, and $310 from the silent auction.
For more Pinktober photos visit the Commonwealth Cancer Association’s page and the Hard Rock Café Saipan’s page on Facebook.
