MMRF Fall Gala – On October 24, the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) is hosting a Fall Gala at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, CT. The MMRF will honor Hoda Kotb, co-host of “Today” and correspondent on “Dateline NBC,” with the Spirit of Hope Award for her efforts in advancing cancer awareness. A reception will begin at 6 p.m., and dinner will be served at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $275 each. For more information or to reserve seats, please visit the MMRF Web site.

New York City Marathon – On November 1, the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) Marathon team will run in the ING New York City Marathon. The MMRF team is looking for donations to help reach this year's fundraising goal.  The MMRF is also looking for participants for next year's NYC Marathon, which will take place on November 7, 2010.  For more information or to register, please visit the NYC Marathon or MMRF Web sites.

For a more detailed listing of myeloma related events, please check the Myeloma Beacon Events Calendar.