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October 1: Tabling at Comsewogue Public Library

Thursday, October 1, 2026
11am–1pm

Speak with a Public Affairs representative from Mather Hospital about Paint Port Pink, the month-long outreach by the Fortunato Breast Health Center that focuses on awareness, resources, and education.

Learn more at: Breast Cancer Awareness & Paint Port Pink | Comsewogue Public Library

October 7: Food and nutrition to reduce cancer risk seminar with Erin Duenas, RD

October 7, 2026
7pm
Middle Country Public Library Centereach

October 10: Breast cancer screening event

Saturday, October 10, 2026
9am – 12pm
Middle Island Fire Department
31 Arnold Drive
Middle Island, NY 11953
In collaboration with Middle Island Fire Department and Branches Long Island.
Registration is encouraged. Spots are limited. To make an appointment, call (631) 476 – 2723

October 15: EmpowerHER

October 15, 2026
6-8pm
The Meadow Club, Port Jefferson Station
Learn more and register at: EmpowerHER – Mather Hospital

October 16: Wear Pink Day and National Mammography Day

Wear pink on Friday, October 16 in support of Paint Port Pink and breast cancer awareness.

October 16: Last day to submit photos for the window decorating contest

Decorate your business/home window in pink, take a photo and email it to vholtje@nothwell.edu by October 16. Winners will be announced October 19.

October 22: Last day to submit photos for the pumpkin decorating contest

Here’s how to do it:
1. Find your perfect pumpkin
2. Decorate your pumpkin in the pinkest fashion possible
3. Take a photo
4. Email your pumpkin photo to vholtje@northwell.edu by October 22, 2026.

Include:
a. Subject line: Pink Your Pumpkin
b. Your full name
c. Phone number
5. Use (hashtag) #paintportpink and post your pink pumpkin on your social media.

The winner will be selected on October 23