Benefit on November 26 for Peterborough woman fighting cancer

A crowdfunding campaign has also been set up to support Crystal Parker

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Crystal Parker, shown here with her son Brodie, has recently been diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. Friends have arranged a benefit and a GoFundMe campaign to support her as she undergoes cancer treatment. (Photo via Crystal Parker GoFundme page)
Crystal Parker, shown here with her son Brodie, has recently been diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. Friends have arranged a benefit and a GoFundMe campaign to support her as she undergoes cancer treatment. (Photo via Crystal Parker GoFundme page)

A benefit for Crystal Parker is being held Sunday afternoon at The Dobro in downtown Peterborough.

The Peterborough woman was recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer that has spread to her liver and blood, and will be undergoing treatment.

Crystal, whose spouse is local musician Shea Bailey, has a son, Brodie, who just turned one year old.

Crystal's son Brodie, who recently celebrated his first birthday. (Photo via Crystal Parker GoFundme page)
Crystal’s son Brodie, who recently celebrated his first birthday. (Photo via Crystal Parker GoFundme page)

The benefit takes place on Sunday, November 26th beginning at 4:30 p.m. at The Dobro (287 George St. N., Peteterborough) and will feature live music, door prizes, raffles, food, and more. The cost is $5.

In addition to the benefit, friends of Crystal have set up a GoFundMe campaign at www.gofundme.com/crystal-parkers-fight-for-cancer to raise money to support Crystal and her family with medical and living expenses, and possibly to create a fund for her son.

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