Mark your calendars for June 21st and 22nd at South Sound Stadium — that’s North Thurston High School in Lacey — where teams from across Thurston and Mason counties will gather for this powerful 22-hour event.

Mason County is still proudly represented with teams like Boz Brigade, led by Deb Hill and Vicki Gonzalez, honoring loved ones lost and those still fighting.

The event kicks off Saturday at noon with opening ceremonies and the inspiring Survivor Lap, followed later by the emotional Luminaria Ceremony — a candlelit tribute circling the track in memory and in hope.

Ahead of the big weekend, you can show your support at these upcoming fundraisers:

• Friday, April 25 – Spaghetti Feed & Dessert Auction at the Elma Eagles FOE, starting at 5 PM.
• Wednesday, May 21 – Bowling Night Fundraiser at Elma Lanes from 5:30 to 7:30 PM with food, fun, and a silent auction.

And if you’d like to donate, you can drop off checks at Ascend Roofing in Shelton or head online to RelayforLifeofThurston.org.

Forty years of Relay. Millions raised. Countless lives changed — and we’re still walking for more.