Forty-five acts are scheduled for this weekend's telethon benefiting the American Cancer Society. Acts include singers, dancers, rock and polka bands and a karate demonstration.

A Salute to Survivors segment is scheduled for 7 p.m. April 11. During this segment, survivors are introduced and encouraged to talk briefly about their battle with cancer. The 24-hour program airs noon to midnight April 11 and 12 from noon to midnight.

Service Electric Cable will broadcast on Channels 2 and 50.Blue Ridge Cable on channel 13. The program originates at Penn's Peak, Jim Thorpe. Audience participation is encouraged.

Admission is free. Cash bingo event runs 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. both days.