Burton brings humor to Harvest of Hope

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In understanding cancer, most people hear the medical side and the statistical side. But perhaps more than any other form of survivorship, there is a great need to grasp the human side – the emotional side.

As a cancer survivor himself, Scott Burton – an award-winning comic, champion juggler and author – brings that message loud and clear to health care professionals and survivors nationwide and internationally.

With refreshing honesty, experienced stand-up and world class juggling, Burton, to the delight of laughter-hungry audiences, breaks convention by crafting a comedy routine – laced with joy and passion – of his personal battle with cancer.

He’ll bring his story and his show to this year’s Harvest of Hope, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 17, at the First Baptist Church Banquet Hall in Gainesville.

A veteran of hundreds of shows since his diagnosis, Burton erases the mystique and fear of chronic disease. His audience soon sees that his is not simply a story about cancer. It is the story of life. And in every life there is humor and joy to embrace.

Having been there, Burton believes the gift of laughter helps cancer survivors (or those facing any trial in life) feel normal and see their lives as precious.

“I felt, and still do, that each moment laughing is a moment you are – if only for a second – in love with life,” he says.

Burton, with clean comedy and high-energy juggling, speaks about the human touch to health care professionals nationwide and sends a life-affirming message from the youngest to the oldest survivor and all the families in-between.

It is that message that makes Burton a perfect fit as this year’s Harvest of Hope keynote speaker. In addition to Burton, we are pleased to welcome Shades of Pink, the breast cancer survivors mass choir, back for another inspirational performance.

As always, there will be plenty of other activities and opportunities for fellowship, education and inspiration. We hope you’ll join us. Register today!

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What: Harvest of Hope
When: Saturday, Sept. 17, 8:30 a.m.
Where: First Baptist Church Banquet Hall, 751 Green St. NW, Gainesville
Cost: Free
To register: Call 770-533-4705