Northampton Mayor Thomas D. Reenock has proclaimed Saturday, Sept. 7, as a special fundraising day.

The Tri-Boro Sportmen Club, Northampton, will host a benefit on behalf of the National Brain Tumor Society, and in particular Justin Frey, who was diagnosed in 2007 with a brain tumor. Justin's parents, Franklin and Melissa, also will be there.

"I, Thomas D. Reenock, mayor of the Borough of Northampton, Pennsylvania, join with Melissa and Frank in inviting to you visit Tri-Boro [Sept 7] and I look forward to seeing you and spending some time together as we enjoy the afternoon and help with the fundraising benefit for the National Brain Tumor Society," says Reenock's proclamation.

The public is invited to come out and enjoy the festivities, scheduled for 1-8 p.m. The event will include bingo, a Chinese auction and a drawing as well as crafts, face painting, a playground and horseshoes. Refreshments will be available with proceeds benefiting the National Brain Tumor Society.

A deejay will play music 1-4 p.m., followed by Dr. Dick's Band, 5-8 p.m.

The Pennsylvania Department of Natural Resources will present wildlife information and Smokey Bear will have a story time for children. The popular IronPigs mascots Ferrous and Fifi will be on the grounds to greet the visitors.

A host of local, county, state and federal elected officials are expected to attend.

"There is a chance for you to meet your politicians from the local, county, state and federal government who are in attendance supporting the benefit," Reenock said.

An estimated 688,000 people are living with 120 types of tumors of the brain and central nervous system in the United States.

An estimated 14,800 deaths are expected to occur this year due to brain tumors – these include 7,930 males and 6,150 females.

"The past two decades little progress has been made in finding new treatments," Reenock said.

Fortunately, surgeons were able to successfully remove the majority of Justin's tumor.

"After having aggressive chemotherapy and radiation treatments [Justin] has recovered and is a productive member of society, enjoying his family, friends and life," Reenock said.