HealthLinks Magazine Jan/Feb 2024

HealthLinksSC.com | 13 JANUARY 27 Bo’s Roast & Chili CookOff James Island County Park Noon Started by the James Island Vikings more than 13 years ago, this event benefits local charitable organizations with a focus on cancer patient support. There is something for everyone: oysters, chili, hot dogs, live music, a kids corner and more. Learn more: bosroast.com FEBRUARY 10 Cupid’s Chase Charleston James Island County Park 971 Riverland Drive Charleston 10 a.m. Run or walk the winding trails of Charleston’s James Island County Park to support and celebrate Community Options, an organization dedicated to housing and employment for people with disabilities. Runners, joggers and walkers are all welcome to join. Learn more: runsignup.com/CupidsChase5Kcharleston FEBRUARY 6 Breast Cancer Support Group Trident Medical Center - Cafe A 9330 Medical Plaza Drive Charleston 6 p.m. Our Breast Cancer Support Group offers survivors healing through community. Led by Missy Smith, LMSW, ACM-SW, patients, survivors and their guests participate in thoughtful discussions and activities. Learn more: tridenthealthsystem.com/calendar/ FEBRUARY 10 9th Annual Building Healthy Communities 5k Run/Walk and Wellness Expo Hampton Park 30 Mary Murray Drive Charleston 9 a.m. The Wellness Expo is centered on raising awareness of and educating the community about the prevention of childhood obesity. Proceeds benefit MUSC’s Children’s Hospital Heart Health Program. Learn more: runsignup.com/Race/SC/Charleston/BuildingHealthyCommunities5K FEBRUARY 24 2024 Lowcountry Heart Walk Brittlebank Park 185 Lockwood Drive Charleston 9 a.m. Your participation contributes to the American Heart Association’s mission of supporting lifesaving science. Boost your own mental health and get your heart pumping. Learn more: heart.org FEBRUARY 3 Save the Light Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk Folly Beach Pier 8 a.m. Run along the city streets of Folly Beach. The Save the Light Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk benefits Save The Light, a nonprofit organization raising money to restore and prevent the Morris Island Lighthouse from being lost to the sea. The out-and-back course of the race starts and ends on Arctic Avenue near the Folly Beach Pier, taking runners and walkers along a seaside tour of gorgeous beach homes, oceanfront vistas and more. Learn more: ccprc.com/3258/Save-the-Light-Half-Marathon-5K

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