Sep 19, 2017; St. Petersburg, FL, USA; Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (44) looks on while on deck to bat against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
CHICAGO CUBS FIRST BASEMAN AND SOUTH FLORIDA NATIVE ANTHONY RIZZO TO HOST SEVENTH ANNUAL WALK-OFF FOR CANCER FUNDRAISER SUNDAY
Anthonty Rizzo Family Foundation raises record amount for pediatric cancer research and support in south florida
Chicago Cubs first baseman and cancer survivor Anthony Rizzo will host the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation’s Seventh Annual Walk-Off for Cancer fundraiser presented by Gallagher Sunday, December 2, at 8:30 a.m. EST at Pine Trails Park in Parkland, Florida. The event consists of a 5K walk, entertainment and refreshments and special guest appearances from local dignitaries and celebrities.
This year’s Walk is on track to raise a record $1 million that will benefit the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and direct grants to families battling cancer. For more information, please visit http://rizzo44.com/.
WHAT: Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation’s Seventh Annual Walk-Off for Cancer fundraiser
WHEN: Sunday, December 2, media availability at 8 a.m. with Anthony Rizzo. Walk to start at 9 a.m. EST
WHERE: Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End, Parkland, Florida
About the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation:
The Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by Chicago Cubs First Baseman Anthony Rizzo. Anthony realized during his own battle with cancer that no matter how difficult fighting cancer was for him, it was even more difficult for his family. Anthony believes that an individual does not battle cancer alone, but that the whole family battles it together. The Mission of the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation is to raise money for cancer research and to provide support to children and their families battling the disease. The Foundation is run entirely by Anthony’s family, his close friends and his management team with Anthony providing oversight and leadership. All of us at the Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation believe that every family deserves a fighting chance.
Boca Center’s Holiday Celebration, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Free with a new unwrapped toy to benefit Spirit of Giving. Holiday performances, Letters to Santa, Cannoli decorating, photos with Santa.
Comedian Vic DiBitetto, 8 p.m. at the Boca Black Box. 22 million views on You Tube. Tickets online at [email protected]
Breadcrumbs, 8 p.m. at The Sol Theatre. Call 866-811-4111 for tickets ($30). Performances on Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. also.
Saturday, December 1st
A Dickens Tale presented by Bright Star Theatre, 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. at The Willow Theatre in Sugar Sand Park. Tickets: $8 for adults, $6 for children 12 and under. Call (561) 347-3948 for tickets.
Kids can Design a Card, 10 a.m. at the West Boca Library branch. Use colorful paper, markers, crayons and pencils and stickers. Free.
Saturday Morning Art: A New Kind of Cubism, 10:00 -11:00 a.m. at the Boca Museum of Art. Free with admission. Artistic family fun.
Multi Platinum Award-winning Songwriter and Recording Artist, David Pomeranz, 8 p.m. at the Boca Black Box.
Holiday Happenings at Delray Marketplace, 5 to 7 p.m. Tree lighting, carolers, crafts and more. Free.
At Home, a World Premiere play by Dan Clancy, at the Levis JCC Sandler Center. 7:30 p.m. Sunday at 2 p.m. Call 561-558-2520 for tickets starting at $30.
Sunday, December 2nd
Chanukarama, Fun Family Winter Carnival at Congregation Bnai Israel. 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Free. 2200 Yamato Road.
Family Carnival sponsored by Chabad Israeli Center at Heritage Park, NW corner of Palmetto Park Rd and Judge Winikoff. 2 to 5 p.m. Rock climbing, bounce houses, face painting, DJ.
December Make and Take: Moon Lanterns, 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. at the Science Explorium in Sugar Sand Park. $5 per project.
Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple (Female version), 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Boca Black Box. Call 561-483-9036 for tickets. Tickets $35.
The 2018 season has been an especially exciting one for the youth football players and cheerleaders in Boca Raton, Florida. The Boca Braves, a non-profit Pop-Warner youth league, has had four of their football teams make it to the Pop-Warner Superbowl playoffs this season, and all three of their cheer squads are advancing to the Southeast Regional Pop-Warner Cheer Competition in Orlando at the end of November.
This past weekend, their Junior Varsity football team played in the second round of Superbowl playoffs at Tropical Park in Miami at 4 pm. While some Palm Beach and Broward leagues receive city funding, the Boca Braves rely on registration fees, fundraising and the support of local organizations to pay for travel costs, field permits, referees, uniforms, and equipment. With over 35% of their players receiving full or partial scholarships to cover registration, funding needs continue to be a challenge.
“This league does more than coach football and cheer,” explains Mark Sainmervil, President of the Boca Braves. “We teach discipline, sportsmanship, and the importance of teamwork. Plus, youth sports give our children a much-needed outlet.”
To support the Boca Braves, consider donating to their GoFundMe page, or visit BocaBraves.com to inquire about sponsorship and volunteer positions.
About the Boca Braves:
Boca Braves Pop Warner Youth Tackle Football & Cheerleading is a non-profit organization that serves almost 150 of Palm Beach and Broward County youth aged 5 to 15 years old. The league seeks to provide fun athletic learning opportunities for children while emphasizing the importance of academic success. Specifically, Pop Warner seeks to familiarize players and spirit participants with the fundamentals of tackle football, cheerleading, and dance. Pop Warner strives to inspire youth, regardless of race, creed or national origin, to practice the ideals of sportsmanship, scholarship and physical fitness as reflected in the life of the late Glenn Scobie “Pop” Warner.
