It’s a new date and new venue, but a familiar and indispensable mission for San Juan Island’s Relay for Life.

Now in its 10th year, the local Relay for Life event not only raises money to help support the American Cancer Society’s search for a cure and battle against the disease, it provides funding for local support programs to assist those battling cancer as well. Programs include financial assistance for transportation for off-island appointments and over-night lodging, “Look Good… Feel Better” classes (offering support for women), a toll-free 24/7 assistance hotline and, ultimately, research beyond the island that has helped save or better the lives of many islanders engaged in a battle against cancer.

The 2014 Relay for Life event, Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Friday Harbor Fairgrounds, will feature an assortment of activities, entertainment and fund-raising opportunities. The afternoon begins with a Survivors Reception, at 2 p.m., and the Relay for Life event is 3-11 p.m.

The list of entertainers includes Friday Harbor’s own One More Time Band, playing “Big Band” hits from the ‘40s, and more, belly dances of both Egyptian and Turkish origin by Ferah Bukay and Amy Lopez, and a host of traditional Mexican dances performed by the always enchanting and colorfully costumed Ballet Folkorica.

Town of Friday Harbor Administrator Duncan Wilson will emcee the event, and a silent auction will feature services and items donated by Altier Hair Salon, San Juan Safaris, Western Prince, San Juan Fitness, Even Song Hand Crafted Soap, San Juan Island Suites, as well as guitar lessons, handmade jewlery, coaching by a personal trainer and a 1956 photograph of Elvis valued at $750, and much, much more.

Sponsors of 2014 Relay for Life include; San Juan Island Therapy, Roche Harbor Resort, Islanders Bank, Discovery Inn, Kenmore Air, EarthBox Motel & Spa, Tucker House, Peace Island Medical Center and Pyramid Accounting.

For more information, visit the local Relay for Life website, RelayForLifeofFridayHarbor.org