This week, staff writer Patrice Wilding talks with Kelly Barrows about her fundraising efforts for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society through Ironman challenges and local events.
Residence: Astoria, N.Y., formerly of Clarks Summit
Family: Mother, Kim; father, Mike; sister, Chelsea
Educational/professional background: Holds a bachelor's degree in math and American studies from Lafayette College and a master's degree in media studies from Syracuse University's Newhouse School; employed in the fundraising department at the Metropolitan Opera.
Q: Tell us about your upcoming Ironman challenge.
A: I am training for the Mont-Tremblant 70.3 Ironman on June 23 in Quebec with a group called Team in Training. A 70.3 Ironman is also known as a Half Ironman, and this particular race consists of a 1.2-mile swim in Lake Tremblant, followed by a 56-mile bike ride through the mountains, ending with a 13.1-mile run.
Q: Explain the agreement between Team in Training and Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
A: Team in Training (TNT) is a fundraising arm of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. TNT helps thousands every year train for specific endurance events such as the NYC Triathlon or the Half Ironman I am doing. Teammates are given race entry and weekly training sessions held by professional coaches. In exchange for the entry and training, we raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Q: What was your inspiration for getting involved?
A: My grandfather, Tom Argust, passed away in 1990 after a battle with multiple myeloma, so I have a direct link to the organization. In January 2011, I made the decision that I wanted to do something in his memory, so I called up my local chapter. What I didn't realize is that this one phone call was going to change my life.
Q: What can guests expect at the May 20 fundraiser?
A: Guests will enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs, specialty martinis, beer and wine for the $20 admission. There will also be a basket raffle. In addition to the baskets, we are raffling off a pair of tickets to the Metropolitan Opera's new production of "Rigoletto" and dinner for two at the opera's Grand Tier Restaurant on Friday, Nov. 15. Raffle tickets for the Metropolitan Opera package are $10 and can be purchased at the event or by emailing KellyTrisForACure @gmail.com until June 1. The winner will be contacted on June 2.
Q: How else can people give to your efforts?
A: People can give by going to my fundraising page: http://pages.team intraining.org/nyc/immon tre13/kbarrows or emailing me at KellyTrisForACure@ gmail.com.
If you go
What: Teaming Up Against Cancer
When: Monday, May 20, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: State Street Grill, 114 S. State St., Clarks Summit
Details: Tickets are $20 at the door or in advance and can be purchased at State Street Grill or from committee members.
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