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The town will be painted pink for the fifth time on February 26 to raise funds for the Breast Cancer
Network of Strength. The renowned Tickled Pink is hosted by Jodi Fyfe who began a partnership with
the Breast Cancer Network of Strength in 2004, and each year has taken new strides to raise money
for the charity.

“I am thrilled to be celebrating our fifth event and that Tickled Pink has continued to be such a
success,” said Jodi Fyfe. “It has not only been established as a huge fundraiser, but also as a chic
event for Chicagoans to have fun all for a great cause.”

It all began when Fyfe lost her cousin in February 2004 to a seven year battle with breast cancer. In
honor of her, Fyfe began a team to participate in Y-ME RACE Against Breast Cancer. In their first
race in 2004, Fyfe’s team named “Carrie’s Crusade”, consisted of 171 members and raised over
$50,000. In recognition of Fyfe’s efforts, the Breast Cancer Network of Strength asked her to chair the
RACE in 2005 particularly focusing on increasing corporate support.

Over the past five years the Tickled Pink event has continued to grow and bring Chicagoans together
for a good cause in a fun and fashionable way. To date Tickled Pink and Fyfe’s efforts have raised an
astonishing $150,000 for the Breast Cancer Network of Strength. Last year Tickled Pink returned after
one year and began a partnership with Billy Dec’s The Underground to host party goers.

“When it is all cold and white outside The Underground helps Tickled Pink make a cold night in
February sizzle,” said Fyfe. “Every year we look forward to seeing returning Tickled Pink guests faces
and also meeting new Chicagoans who have embraced Tickled Pink and our fundraising efforts.”

At the event, guests walk the pink carpet and mix and mingle with celebrity guests. Party-goers will
also have the opportunity to dine on a varity of hors d'oeuvres of Bacon Wrapped Grissini to Crab
Cakes with Yuzu Aioli,and late night munchies from McDonald’s and Home Run Inn Pizza. In
addition, an open bar of speciality cocktails and pink champagne. As always, Tickled Pink’s dance
floor will be the place to be seen.

Celebrity servers that will be helping the committee throughout the evening including TEAM WFLD-TV
of Kori Chambers, Amy Freeze, Nancy Pender, Chris Sowers and Tera Williams. TEAM WGN-TV of
Dina Bair, Antwan Fisher, Tom Negovan and Pat Tomasulo. TEAM WMAQ-TV of Rob Elgas,
Christian Farr, Natalie Martinez, Liz Parker, Alex Perez, Anthony Ponce, Marcus Riley, Matt
Rodewald, Phil Rogers, Kim Vatis, Zoraida Zambolin and Ginger Zee. Other celeb guest servers
include Susan Carlson of WBBM-TV, Susanna Negovan of Michigan Avenue, Amanda Puck of XA
The Experiential Agency Inc., Liz Crokin of TheBootsGirls.com and Radaronline.com. In addition, the
hunks of Ignite the Fire, the charitable firemen of the Windy City. The list continues to grow!!!

WHEN: Friday, February 26, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Guests can stay for free when The Underground opens
to the public at 10 p.m.

WHERE: The Underground, 56 West Illinois St.,
Chicago

COST: Tickets are $75 in advance. Space is limited.

This includes drinks and passed hors d’oeuvres
Purchase online at www.tickledpinkchicago.com
Proceeds benefit the Breast Cancer Network of Strength,
formerly Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization. For
questions on the event or tickets, call John Keogh, Breast
Cancer Network of Strength, 312-294-8557.

About Tickled Pink
In February 2004, Carrie Kenney lost her seven year battle with breast
cancer at the age of 35. One year later, her cousin, Jodi Fyfe gathered
a group of close friends and colleagues to start Tickled Pink Chicago in
honor of Carrie. Carrie was a fun-loving, young woman who was
diagnosed at the age of 27 and looked to Y-ME National Breast Cancer
Organization (now the Breast Cancer Network of Strength) for
information. She found answers to her questions but also found
unwavering support from women who had also battled breast cancer
and could relate to her experience first hand. After Carrie's death at the
tragically young age of 35, Jodi was determined to make a contribution
to the organization that had given so much to her cousin when she
needed it most. Jodi began by forming a team for the 2004 Y-ME race
but she wanted to find another way to remember the vibrant, fun-loving
person who inspired her so much…Tickled Pink Chicago was born! In
February 2005, Tickled Pink Chicago threw its first party and raised
$35,000! Every year the party and team of individuals that came
together to ensure no one has to face breast cancer alone has grown.
For more information, please visit www.tickledpinkchicago.com.