What’s New
Discount Hotel Rates
Thanks to our sponsor Mid Island Air Service/NY Jet for negotiating some great hotel discounts for the walk weekend. If you're from out of town please check out these lodgings (Please click on logo for locations and mention New York Jet Coporate Rate, Hampton Inn $114 p/night, La Quinta $84 p/night.)
Pictures from Alicja Barahona's Amazing Run
Below are some pictures from Ultra Runner Alicja Barahona's Run from No. Woodmere Park to Montauk Point. Alicja ran this extreme distance on April 26-27, 2008. The run was to raise funds and awareness for LI2DAY -- Way To Go Alicja! THANK YOU!
To make a donation on behalf of Alicja's effort please
CLICK HERE
Cure Mommy's Breast Cancer LI2DAY Training Walk
Below are some pictures from a training walk hosted by Cure Mommy's Breast Cancer. Please click on slideshow below for full size images and to download copies. Enjoy!!!
New LI2DAY Medical Director Announced!
The LI2Day Walk is pleased to announce that Dr. Edward Fryman of the Seaford Foot Care Center will be the medical director for this year's walk.
We would also like to thank Dr. Kenneth Ong for his dedication and service in previous years. Dr. Ong is unable to attend this year's event due to other commitments.
Below is a summary of Dr. Fryman's credentials and accomplishments. We welcome Dr. Fryman to the LI2DAY family with open arms.
Principal and only doctor at the:
Seaford Foot Care Center
3650 Merrick Road
Seaford, NY 11783
(516) 221-5982
www.seafordfootcare.com
Bachelor of Science in Biology, CCNY 1974
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, New York College of Podiatric Medicine, 1978
Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medecine
Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine
Certified Wound Specialist, American Academy of Wound Management
Medical Director, Long Island Marathon/Half Marathon (heading a staff of seventy practicioners: physicians, podiatrists, physical therapists and medical massage therapists)
Affiliated with North Shore University Hospital at Syosset and North Shore University Hospital at Plainview.
2008 Press Conference & Poster Project Launch
On Tuesday, March 11th 2008 the 2008 LI2DAY Press Conference took place at Westfield Sunrise in Massapequa. The press conference was the official kick-off of our 5th year and we unveiled the 2008 Poster Project Winners. Below our pictures from this exciting event. Enjoy!
LI2DAY makes NEWSDAY!!!
In a well written and informative article on Tuesday, March 3rd 2008, John Hanc of Newsday covers an LI2DAY training walk.
Please CLICK HERE for PDF version of the entire piece.
Lord & Taylor Benefit Bash - BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
GREAT OFFER from Pampered Chef
The New York Knockers and Patty Poulin from Pampered Chef have teamed up against Breast Cancer once again this year. The New York Knockers are saddened by the news that Patty is retiring from Pampered Chef and this fund raiser will be her last. Patty has been very good to us and has contributed 100% of her profit to our LI 2 Day Walk!!!
Please help support our fundraising efforts and go to www.pamperedchef.biz/pamperedpatty and check out the awesome products that pampered chef has to offer. It's simple - all you have to do is go to buy products and type in Valerie Barba as the host and the NEW YORK KNOCKERS will pop up!!!! Please keep in mind the party has to close by February 28th, which is less than a week away, sorry for the short notice but Patty retires at the end of this month.
Again, the NEW YORK KNOCKERS would like to thank you and thank our friend Patty for being so supportive in our fundraising endeavors!
Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition Hosts LI2DAY Presentation
Love to walk? Want to walk for a good cause? Not sure where to start?
Join the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition at an
orientation/presentation/informational meeting for potential Long Island 2 Day walkers…
we’ll answer any and all questions you may have about the walk, meet walkers who have participated and pick their brains,
what you’ll need to do to get ready,
and great ideas on how to do the fund raising…
Be part of our team…we’d love for you to join us…
Monday, March 3rd, 7pm at the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition’s office
located at 15 South Carll Avenue, Babylon Village…
call for directions and to let us know you’re attending @ 631.893.4110.
Training Walk & Sneaker Clinic
LI2DAY Media Page Updated
We have recently updated our Media Webpage to make it more "user-friendly." On this page you'll find our recent press releases available in both .PDF and .DOC formats. Also, when applicable we have a photo link that provides images associated with the release. These photos can be downloaded.
All media inquiries should be directed to Kristie Moore, LI2DAY Public Relations/Marketing Coordinator at li2daymedia@verizon.net or by calling (631) 981-7711 or (631) 275-2264.
Pictures from the 2008 Kick-Off Breakfast and Training Walk
Pictures from our 2008 Kick-Off Breakfast and Training Walk that took place on Sunday, January 27th 2008...
Save The Date!
2008 Kick Off Breakfast & Training Walk
The 2008 Kick-Off Meeting & Breakfast will take place on Sunday, January 27, 2008. Breakfast will begin promptly at 7:30 AM followed by the first training walk of the season. The walk will take place inside the newly renovated Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove, NY.
Our returning sponsor, the California Pizza Kitchen of Smith Haven, has graciously agreed to host this event. CPK opened its Smith Haven Mall location this past summer much to the delight of local residents.
You can register online to participate in the 5th Annual LI2Day Breast Cancer Walk by CLICKING HERE.
In person registration will also be available during the Kick-Off Breakfast.
For directions please CLICK HERE
Please RSVP by January 10th 2008 to Mary Frey at marykfrey@gmail.com
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!
The 3rd Annual Stand-Up Comedy Night to benefit the LI2Day Walk will take place April 6th, 2008 from 6-10 p.m. at Atlantis Marine World, Riverhead, NY. Tikcets are $50 and can be purchased by contacting Debbie or Jeanne Marie at:
debcncompany@aol.com or jmkrauss@optonline.net
CLICK HERE FOR FLYER
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but having new eyes". Proust
