Jill
Friday, April 10, 2009
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Exciting News!
Bryan Jones and his team at Cranford Johnson Robinson Woods were so kind to set up a social network just for us. I’m sure all of you are at least aware of Facebook (if not completely immersed in it) and probably plenty of other networks out there. Well, Komen Captains is the facebook for all of you (along with us) to be friends.
We would like to keep this as a small group (relatively speaking) to include our team captains and co-captains, so please do NOT invite your whole team to join.
Komen Captains has several features that I think you are really going to enjoy. You can share your stories, comments and ideas with other team captains. New captains can learn from seasoned captains and seasoned captains can learn from new captains. You can share your photos and videos. You can blog. You can read others’ blog posts and see their photos and videos. You can, hopefully, get ideas from others’ projects that have worked and learn from those that didn’t.
I am especially excited about the Forums. I have wanted to set up a message board where all of you could talk to each other, answer questions and share experiences. Forums is my answer. I have set up categories pertaining to different areas of the Race season with a General Chat in case I’ve missed an area. Others may be added as we go.
When starting a discussion, please check to see whether there is already a discussion underway regarding your topic, put it under the category that best fits your topic and create an appropriate Discussion Title. After all, we don’t need all of the discussions under Three Miles of Men to be titled Three Miles of Men. Be a bit more specific. And please play nice.
Moderators will be following along to help and assist where needed. We will also close or delete any discussions we deem inappropriate. There is a Moderator category where each moderator will tell you a little about themselves. If you wish to get in touch with one of us, please feel free to email us.
Have I totally lost you by now? I’m sure all of you just want to know how to join. As this is a private network, you can only join by invitation. Email me your name, team or company, and the email address you want to use at ar.rftc.teams3@gmail.com. PLEASE also use your name for the Subject of the email. (That helps me.) We will then send you an invitation. Please be patient as we may be flooded with requests here at the beginning.
Once you join, the web address for Komen Captains is www.komencaptains.com.
And, in case you are wondering, the blog will continue.
Jill
We would like to keep this as a small group (relatively speaking) to include our team captains and co-captains, so please do NOT invite your whole team to join.
Komen Captains has several features that I think you are really going to enjoy. You can share your stories, comments and ideas with other team captains. New captains can learn from seasoned captains and seasoned captains can learn from new captains. You can share your photos and videos. You can blog. You can read others’ blog posts and see their photos and videos. You can, hopefully, get ideas from others’ projects that have worked and learn from those that didn’t.
I am especially excited about the Forums. I have wanted to set up a message board where all of you could talk to each other, answer questions and share experiences. Forums is my answer. I have set up categories pertaining to different areas of the Race season with a General Chat in case I’ve missed an area. Others may be added as we go.
When starting a discussion, please check to see whether there is already a discussion underway regarding your topic, put it under the category that best fits your topic and create an appropriate Discussion Title. After all, we don’t need all of the discussions under Three Miles of Men to be titled Three Miles of Men. Be a bit more specific. And please play nice.
Moderators will be following along to help and assist where needed. We will also close or delete any discussions we deem inappropriate. There is a Moderator category where each moderator will tell you a little about themselves. If you wish to get in touch with one of us, please feel free to email us.
Have I totally lost you by now? I’m sure all of you just want to know how to join. As this is a private network, you can only join by invitation. Email me your name, team or company, and the email address you want to use at ar.rftc.teams3@gmail.com. PLEASE also use your name for the Subject of the email. (That helps me.) We will then send you an invitation. Please be patient as we may be flooded with requests here at the beginning.
Once you join, the web address for Komen Captains is www.komencaptains.com.
And, in case you are wondering, the blog will continue.
Jill
Monday, March 23, 2009
Arkansas Ride for the Cure®
Arkansas Ride for the Cure®
Benefiting the Arkansas Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Bicycle Ride Through Beautiful Northeast Arkansas
10, 20 & 50 Mile Routes
Saturday April 18, 2009 - Jonesboro, Arkansas
Cyclists from all over Arkansas are invited to the first ever Arkansas Ride for the Cure® benefiting the Arkansas Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure on
Saturday, April 18, 2009. Proceeds from the event will provide funds for education, screening and treatment programs for breast cancer. St. Bernards Healthcare, HMG (Healthcare Medical Group), St. Bernards Sports Medicine, and Gearhead Outfitters are the proud sponsors of this event.
For more information or to register online, click here or call 1-870-931-3627.
Benefiting the Arkansas Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Bicycle Ride Through Beautiful Northeast Arkansas
10, 20 & 50 Mile Routes
Saturday April 18, 2009 - Jonesboro, Arkansas
Cyclists from all over Arkansas are invited to the first ever Arkansas Ride for the Cure® benefiting the Arkansas Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure on
Saturday, April 18, 2009. Proceeds from the event will provide funds for education, screening and treatment programs for breast cancer. St. Bernards Healthcare, HMG (Healthcare Medical Group), St. Bernards Sports Medicine, and Gearhead Outfitters are the proud sponsors of this event.For more information or to register online, click here or call 1-870-931-3627.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
2009 Survivor Conference
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
"Renew the Promise"
Breast Cancer Survivor Conference
April 4, 2009
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Wyndham Riverfront Hotel
#2 Riverwalk Place
North Little Rock, AR
Deadline to register is April 1, 2009
For more information, contact Nikeba Davis
nikeba.davis@baptist-health.org
(501) 202-4394
"Renew the Promise"
Breast Cancer Survivor Conference
April 4, 2009
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Wyndham Riverfront Hotel
#2 Riverwalk Place
North Little Rock, AR
Deadline to register is April 1, 2009
For more information, contact Nikeba Davis
nikeba.davis@baptist-health.org
(501) 202-4394
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
1st 2009 Race Committee Meeting
We're off to a wonderful start! It was great to see old friends and new alike. We had a great turnout for the first meeting! Let's see what news you would like to hear...
The color this year is PLUM and this is our SWEET 16. Health will be a major focus. Great news is that the Race Space will once again be located at Pleasant Ridge Towne Center. Of course, it doesn't open until October 2, but we like to know well in advance. We don't know the exact location at this time.
Report from the 2008 Race: Total registration was 45,938. (Sherrye said all but 8 were at the race. haha) Total amount raised was $1,875,000. After expenses, contribution to national research grants was $403,000 and grants given in Arkansas totaled $1,050,000.
The committee got their first look at the blog.
Team Captain Party is Sunday, July 19. There will be a format change. Instead of the sit down meeting style, there will be booths for different areas (i.e. Because I Care, Three Miles of Men) around the room that you can go to for information and to ask questions. Please make plans now to attend.
Three Miles of Men are planning their Tailgate Party and other events again this year.
New this year is a Training Program. This will be a 6-week program to get participants ready for the race. This is designed for people of all ages, but you must be registered for the Race to participate. They will meet twice a week at 6:00 p.m. for 1 to 1.5 hours. Kickoff is August 29, but I do not know yet where this will be taking place or how to register. It will also be available online and in the Democrat Gazette.
Because I Care had 28 Hot Pink Heroes in 2008. These are participants who raised $1201 or more during the Because I Care Campaign. Their luncheon will be sometime the week before the Team Captain Party. New levels and prizes are being planned for 2009. $150 will remain the level for a Because I Care t-shirt. 18 of the Hot Pink Heroes raised over $1501 each. The top fund raiser came in with over $8000, so start planning your strategy now.
We're very excited that the Pasta Party will be at Dickey-Stephens Park. It's shaping up to be a great change of venue. A Mother's Day Fund Raiser is also planned at the park. (More on that in a few days.)
Another new "event" planned for this year is Put A Fork In It. Various restaurants around town are being asked to donate part of their proceeds the day of the Race. You know we all want food after that great exercise we get on Race Morning. I'll keep you posted on what restaurants are participating so that you can make your plans accordingly.
I think that's about all of the news and reports. I'll be updating the calendar soon so that you don't miss anything. AND did you notice that I moved the Team Photos to the top?
Jill
The color this year is PLUM and this is our SWEET 16. Health will be a major focus. Great news is that the Race Space will once again be located at Pleasant Ridge Towne Center. Of course, it doesn't open until October 2, but we like to know well in advance. We don't know the exact location at this time.
Report from the 2008 Race: Total registration was 45,938. (Sherrye said all but 8 were at the race. haha) Total amount raised was $1,875,000. After expenses, contribution to national research grants was $403,000 and grants given in Arkansas totaled $1,050,000.
The committee got their first look at the blog.
Team Captain Party is Sunday, July 19. There will be a format change. Instead of the sit down meeting style, there will be booths for different areas (i.e. Because I Care, Three Miles of Men) around the room that you can go to for information and to ask questions. Please make plans now to attend.
Three Miles of Men are planning their Tailgate Party and other events again this year.
New this year is a Training Program. This will be a 6-week program to get participants ready for the race. This is designed for people of all ages, but you must be registered for the Race to participate. They will meet twice a week at 6:00 p.m. for 1 to 1.5 hours. Kickoff is August 29, but I do not know yet where this will be taking place or how to register. It will also be available online and in the Democrat Gazette.
Because I Care had 28 Hot Pink Heroes in 2008. These are participants who raised $1201 or more during the Because I Care Campaign. Their luncheon will be sometime the week before the Team Captain Party. New levels and prizes are being planned for 2009. $150 will remain the level for a Because I Care t-shirt. 18 of the Hot Pink Heroes raised over $1501 each. The top fund raiser came in with over $8000, so start planning your strategy now.
We're very excited that the Pasta Party will be at Dickey-Stephens Park. It's shaping up to be a great change of venue. A Mother's Day Fund Raiser is also planned at the park. (More on that in a few days.)
Another new "event" planned for this year is Put A Fork In It. Various restaurants around town are being asked to donate part of their proceeds the day of the Race. You know we all want food after that great exercise we get on Race Morning. I'll keep you posted on what restaurants are participating so that you can make your plans accordingly.
I think that's about all of the news and reports. I'll be updating the calendar soon so that you don't miss anything. AND did you notice that I moved the Team Photos to the top?
Jill
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Are you wearing green? Did you eat green eggs and ham? Don't you know that it's a fun day in Ireland today.
Just wanted to stop by and wish everyone a Happy St. Patrick's Day.
The Arkansas Affiliate is about to kick off the 2009 Race for the Cure "Season". The first Race Committee meeting will take place tomorrow and Race Chair, Ellen Kreth, and the affiliate staff are busy getting last minute things ready for the meeting. I can't wait to find out all of the fun things planned for us this year. I'll check back with you after the meeting to fill you in on everything.
If you have ideas to share with other teams, please let me know. You can always email me at ar.rftc.teams3@gmail.com. And don't forget to send your team photo if you haven't already.
Thanks and have a green day,
Jill
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Musings of a First Time Participant
I participated in the Komen Arkansas Race for the Cure in Little Rock for the first time ever on October 11, 2008. I had heard of the race before, but I didn’t know the specifics of the event or the extent of its reach. When a coworker here at National Park Community College in Hot Springs sent out an email inviting those who were interested in participating in the 5k walk/run to register, I thought it sounded like a good cause and a unique, special way to spend a Saturday morning.
I was in no way prepared for what would take place
that Saturday morning. Thousands of women lined the streets wearing various team t-shirts, outfits, and accessories. There was everything from pink feather boas to pink reindeer hats. Spirits were high as women drifted in and out of various sponsor booths collecting sunscreen, bottled water, and an assortment of giveaways from vendors. Music was playing from a loudspeaker and celebrity MCs were giving away prizes and making motivating pep talks. You would think with so many people there would be chaos, yet everything was organized. At the starting time, the runners lined up in the front and walkers floated toward the back. Suddenly, we took off. I didn’t hear a starting gun, but I’m sure there was one. It was a beautiful day and a spectacular sight to see all of those women as far as the eye could see. The sidewalks were lined with men cheering us on by doing everything from whooping and hollering to throwing us beads. The crowd favorite was the fire truck full of firemen dancing.
As we crossed the finish line, I felt blessed that I was able to be a small part of something so inspiring, humbled that I was one of the lucky ones that had not been touched by breast cancer so far, and acutely aware that someday I, or someone I love, might be.
Suzanne Hendrix
National Park Community College
I was in no way prepared for what would take place
that Saturday morning. Thousands of women lined the streets wearing various team t-shirts, outfits, and accessories. There was everything from pink feather boas to pink reindeer hats. Spirits were high as women drifted in and out of various sponsor booths collecting sunscreen, bottled water, and an assortment of giveaways from vendors. Music was playing from a loudspeaker and celebrity MCs were giving away prizes and making motivating pep talks. You would think with so many people there would be chaos, yet everything was organized. At the starting time, the runners lined up in the front and walkers floated toward the back. Suddenly, we took off. I didn’t hear a starting gun, but I’m sure there was one. It was a beautiful day and a spectacular sight to see all of those women as far as the eye could see. The sidewalks were lined with men cheering us on by doing everything from whooping and hollering to throwing us beads. The crowd favorite was the fire truck full of firemen dancing.
As we crossed the finish line, I felt blessed that I was able to be a small part of something so inspiring, humbled that I was one of the lucky ones that had not been touched by breast cancer so far, and acutely aware that someday I, or someone I love, might be.
Suzanne Hendrix
National Park Community College
Thank you to Suzanne for sharing thoughts on her very first Komen Arkansas Race for the Cure®. Please remember that the logo used in this post was for the 2008 Race. We will share information regarding the 2009 Race as soon as it is available. -- Jill
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)