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Project Self-Sufficiency to host celebration event for breast cancer survivors on June 7

NEWTON, NJ (Sussex County) – Breast cancer survivors are invited to a unique celebration of life hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency on Saturday, June 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The Survivor Celebration will feature a keynote presentation by author, life strategist, and motivational speaker Diana Perez, as well as breakout sessions, lunch, live music by pianist Anita Raisch, and interactive exhibits. A cooking demonstration will be presented by Martin Kessler of the Sussex County Community College Culinary Institute.

A Q&A session will be led by Dr. May Abdo-Matkiwsky, a medical oncologist, along with a panel of medical experts.

Attendees will also enjoy access to health, wellness, fashion, and fitness vendors, along with emotional support dogs under the care of handler Jackie Wagner. Raffles and prizes will be awarded throughout the day.

The celebration is free and open exclusively to breast cancer survivors. Registration is required. Interested participants should call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500 to sign up.

“We are delighted to gather to applaud the lives of these remarkable breast cancer survivors,” noted Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon.  “This celebration teaches women how to maintain their well-being, gives them the opportunity to get the latest facts about breast cancer, and most importantly, invites them to relax and have some fun.  We are grateful to all the individuals and organizations who have agreed to join in this special celebration of life.”

In addition to Project Self-Sufficiency, attendees will be invited to peruse exhibits from Idiomatic Wellness, Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation/ReVital Cancer Rehab Program; La Roche Posay; Mary Kay Cosmetics and Skin Care, Newton Medical Center, NJCEED, Regional Cancer Care Associates, Sparta Cancer Center, and the Sussex County Office of Public Health Nursing.

Jay Edwards

Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender, voice-over artist, traffic reporter (award winning), NY Yankee maintenance crewmember and peanut farm worker. His hobbies include mountain climbing, snowmobiling, cooking, performing stand-up comedy and he is an avid squirrel watcher. Jay has been a guest on America’s Morning Headquarters,program on The Weather Channel, and was interviewed by Sam Champion.

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