PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The Gloria Gemma "Flames of Hope" is a weekend-long celebration of life honoring breast cancer awareness. The weekend features several events meant to inspire and provide support, awareness and hope. The weekend begins on Saturday morning with the "Passport to Survivorship" Expo at the Rhode Island Convention Center. This free experiential health event is open to the public and brings together the latest in medical cancer care with holistic wellbeing. The weekend also features a torch ceremony, WaterFire lighting, festival, and 5K. In the attached clip, Ashley Erling is live at the "Passport to Survivorship" Expo and learns more about the other "Flames of Hope" events. Each weekend, Ashley brings you around Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts for a look at what’s happening as part of our all-new, expanded 12 News This Morning. Join us on Saturdays for four full hours of local news, weather and more! Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Special Coverage & Notices SIGN UP NOW