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 Paint the Town Pink You're invited to Paint the Town Pink, a community event for women of all ages featuring dinner, information about breast health, and entertainment. The event will be held Thursday, October 1 from 5:30-6:30pm on the GMH lawn. Attendees will receive a pink ribbon to display at their home in recognition of Breast Health Awareness Month.  Cost of the event is $5.00. Please RSVP to 704-834-2522.

Gaston Memorial Hospital featured on PBS. To see the special, go to PBS Series Retirement Revolution: Healthcare Puzzle.

 
CaroMont Candlelight Run CaroMont Health is hosting the inaugural CaroMont Candlelight 8K (with optional 4K and one-mile fun walk) on Saturday, Oct. 24. Proceeds will cover the cost of short-term medication needs for patients enrolled in HealthNet Gaston, a county-wide initiative that provides medical assistance to low income, uninsured Gaston County residents. The race begins at 8 p.m. on the Gaston Memorial Hospital campus, and the course will be lined with luminaries. You may register for the race at www.caromontcandlelight8k.com. Runners registered by Friday, Oct. 9 will receive a free commemorative scrub shirt.

In addition to the race, CaroMont Health is hosting a Fall Festival at 6 p.m. on race day. So dress the kids in costume and take part in games and fun.

For forms or for more information, visit www.caromontcandlelight8k.com. Click here for Registration Form, Candlelight Team Registration or Candlelight Luminary Form