(AUBURN) - May has been designated as the 12th annual Pink Out Month in DeKalb County.
The county-wide campaign raises awareness and funds for breast cancer research, prevention, and patient support.
Organizers say events throughout May will bring together residents and local businesses through community activities and outreach efforts.
A mayoral proclamation is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 5 at Auburn City Chambers.
Other events include the Pink Out Gala on May 8 at the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum and a golf outing on May 17.
Pink Out Day is set for Thursday, May 21 in downtown Auburn, coinciding with the ACD Festival Kickoff and Cruise-In. Activities include mobile mammography from 1 to 6 p.m., live music from 6 to 8 p.m., and a health and wellness fair from 6 to 8 p.m.
A new addition this year is a Survivors Lounge, scheduled for 5 to 8 p.m. May 21 at McIntyre Place, 116 South Jackson Street.
Residents are encouraged to wear pink and attend events throughout the month.