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There's still time to register for the 10th annual Susan G. Komen Tyler Race for the Cure, set for May 10 at Bergfeld Park on South Broadway Avenue, Tyler.

"The Komen Race Series is the world's largest and most successful education and fundraising event for breast cancer. The race attracts people of all ages and fitness levels. Although most participants choose to walk or jog, elite runners are also drawn to this event," said Ellen Peirce, Tyler Race for the Cure media relations chair.

All Komen Race for the Cure courses are certified by USA Track and Field. The first 5,000 registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt, Mrs. Peirce said.

SURVIVORS

Breast cancer survivors are celebrated through the National Breast Cancer Survivor Recognition Program. Breast cancer survivors who wish to be recognized wear complimentary pink caps and T-shirts. In addition, all participants are encouraged to wear "In Memory Of" and "In Honor Of" back signs, honoring loved ones for their strength and courage.

"This is one of the signature traditions that make the Komen Race for the Cure Series so unique," Mrs. Peirce said.

Online registration is available at www.komentyler.org for $22. Pre-registration for the race for individuals is $25, or you can register on race day for $30. For a $50 registration fee, the "In the Pink" package includes reserved parking, one race entry and a special gift.

Children, age 12 and younger, can register for $15. All registered children, ages 8 and under, are invited to participate in the kid's dash at 7:45 a.m. All will receive an award.

At 7 a.m. all survivors are invited to a free breakfast, and at 7:30 a.m., survivors will form a pink ribbon for a group photo. At 8 a.m. the one mile co-ed fun run/walk begins while the 5K co-ed run/walk begins at 8:30 a.m. The awards ceremony starts at 9:45 a.m.

"Power of Ten" is new for 2008.

"The Race Committee invites East Texans to join them in participating in this effort to ask 10 people to donate $10 to benefit Komen projects. Since this marks the race's 10th anniversary, it is even more meaningful. The additional benefit could add up to more than $500,000 for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment," Mrs. Peirce said.

If getting up early on a Saturday is not your thing or you will be out of town you can register for the Sleep In for the Cure program. For $35 you will be mailed a t-shirt, bib and sleep shirt.

Pre-registration locations and times are:

Monday, May 5: El Charro No. 2, 5-9 p.m.

Tuesday, May 6: Brook-shire's, Rice Road, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Wednesday, May 7: Brook-shire's, Rice Road, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Thursday, May 8: Broad-way Square Mall, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Friday, May 9: Broadway Square Mall. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Volunteers can help decorate Bergfeld Park with large pink tulips in honor, appreciation or memory of a special one. Tulips are available at all registration sites for $10 each.

Bergfeld Park will be filled with many activities and booths from local and national sponsors on race day. Participants can also support the race by shopping on race day at the Komen boutique. Again there will be a special children's activities area. Also again this year, UPS will check purses, strollers, etc., while you participate in the race. Take your items to the UPS truck.

For more information about the Komen Tyler Race for the Cure visit www.komentyler.org or call the local affiliate office at 903 561-6992.