The following press release gives detailed information on some of WBCC's more newsworthy achievements and details related to the Rare Chair Affair.

Contact: Dawn Anderson
WBCC Executive Director
(office) 414-963-2103
(cell) 414-218-2814

10TH ANNUAL RARE CHAIR AFFAIR TO BENEFIT WISCONSIN BREAST CANCER COALITION

Milwaukee, WI – October 10, 2009 – The Wisconsin Breast Cancer Coalition (WBCC) is hosting its Tenth Annual Rare Chair Affair: Bid Farewell to Breast Cancer on Saturday, October 10 at The Harley Davidson Museum®, beginning at 6:00 PM. Proceeds will benefit WBCC programs to end breast cancer in Wisconsin.

The Rare Chair Affair features the most unique and moving voice auction of any event in the area. Each year, one of a kind chairs created by breast cancer survivors are voice-auctioned off to the highest bidder. Over the summer, a group of 15 breast cancer survivors have met 2 or 3 times a week with artist advisors to turn cast-off old chairs into amazing works of art. The results are stunning examples of the joy of survivorship. There will also be a silent auction featuring items donated by local artists, trips, jewelry, sports memorabilia, and much more. Hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar are provided throughout the evening. New this year, guests will be dancing to the sounds of the 70’s after the auctions close. The event is open to the public. Tickets are $60 per person in advance or $75 at the door and can be obtained by calling (414) 963-2103 or online at www.rarechairaffair.org. Reserved tables for 8 and a limited number of private VIP Disco Lounge areas are available for groups of 10. Call WBCC to inquire about pricing and availability for these areas.

More information about WBCC can be found at www.standupandspeakout.org. Survivor artist biographies are available at www.rarechairaffair.org.

About the Wisconsin Breast Cancer Coalition

The Wisconsin Breast Cancer Coalition brings Wisconsin voices together to stand up and speak out about breast cancer with:

  • Education – Spotlighting critical breast cancer issues
  • Collaboration – Empowering through strategic alliances
  • Legislation – Influencing policymaking

The Wisconsin Breast Cancer Coalition is a statewide organization that is recognized as the premier resource on breast cancer policy issues. Since it was founded in 1994, the WBCC has initiated programs meant to reach the people of Wisconsin directly, partnered with other organizations to affect changes in policy that have significantly increased funding for research on both the state and national level, and worked to improve access to quality care and treatment for all people. Our collective voice in Wisconsin will make a difference.

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