Calendar
Brighter Tomorrow’s Calendar of Events
Each of these events is offered free of charge to
Brighter Tomorrows’ Families.
Thank you to our supporters!
To view photos from many of our events
please visit our public facebook!
Or if you are a family member we welcome you
to join our private facebook group.
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Go for the Gold 5K Run/3K Family Fun Walk
June 9, 2012, 8:30 am
Silver Lake Swimming Pool
7th Street NE, Rochester, MN
All proceeds to benefit Brighter Tomorrows.
Registration and details coming soon!!
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Bowling and Pizza Party!
March 18, 2012, 1-3pm
Recreation Lanes
2810 North Broadway
Rochester, MN
Sponsored by The Rochester Optimist Club!
Bowling and Pizza Party Flyer!
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March Monthly Family Gathering
March 6, 2012, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Dr. Rao, the newest member of Peds Hem/Onc, will
join us, introduce herself, and share her future goals in the area
of clinical trials/research and the support of newly diagnosed families.
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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February 11, 2012, 9am – 3pm
A special time for siblings!
Quarry Hill Nature Center
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February Monthly Family Gathering
February 7, 2012, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Please join us for a special evening.
Valentine’s Invitation! Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.*****************************************************************
Frozen Goose Walk/Run
February 4, 2012, 12:00pm (Registration)
Walk/Run: 1:00pm
University Center, Rochester Atrium
Proceeds to benefit Brighter Tomorrows
and Mayo Clinic’s childhood cancer research.
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Miracle Lodge Winter Retreat
January 13 – 15th, 2012
Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch
Stewartville, MN
Join us for a relaxing weekend amidst
the towering pines, bordering the beautiful
Root River, where we will enjoy time spent together.
More details available at Monthly Family Gatherings.
Miracle Lodge Winter Retreat Flyer
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Winter Warmth Festival
January 7, 2012, 11:00am – 3:00pm
St. John’s Church Gymnasium
11 Fourth Ave SW
Rochester, MN
Winter Warmth Festival Website
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January Monthly Family Gathering
Jan 3, 2012, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Anne Miller, Executive Director of “Spare Key“,
will join us and introduce us to their organization.
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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“White Christmas” Evening!
December 10, 2011
Dinner: 5:00 pm
White Christmas Musical: 7:00pm
The Rochester Civic Theatre Presents
“White Christmas”
….and you’re invited!
An eloquent evening for Brighter Tomorrows’ adults,
as we dine together at Victoria’s Italian Restaurant followed
by the musical “White Christmas”.
Flyer for “White Christmas” Evening
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December Monthly Family Gathering
Dec 6, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Please join us for a special dinner
and holiday festivities!
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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November Monthly Family Gathering
November 1, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Special Guest Speaker:
Mayo Clinic Social Workers
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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Holiday Wreaths Now on Sale
All proceeds benefit Brighter Tomorrows
and the families we serve.
Please see flyer for details.
Phone: 507-254-3952 to place an order.
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October Monthly Family Gathering
October 4, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Special Guest Speaker:
Dan Carlson
Stress Management
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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September Monthly Family Gathering
Sept 6, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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Prosthetic Laboratories
24th Annual Charity Invitational Golf Tournament
August 6, 2011, 2:00pm
Willow Creek Golf Course
Proceeds to Benefit
Brighter Tomorrows & Hiawatha Homes
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August 4, 2011, 8:00am – 4:30pm
Sponsored by Mayo Clinic
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August Monthly Family Gathering
August 2, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Special Guest Speaker:
John Whelan
“Insuring our children after a cancer diagnosis.”
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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Brighter Tomorrow’s 4th Annual Celebration
& Pediatric HemOnc Appreciation Picnic
July 17, 2011, 3-7pm
Soldier’s Field Park
244 Soldier’s Field Drive SW
Rochester, MN
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July Monthly Family Gathering
July 5, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Girl Scout Troops will be serving dinner!
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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MacAttack 5K Run/3K Family Fun Walk
June 12, 2011, 5:00pm
Silver Lake Swimming Pool
7th Street NE, Rochester, MN
All Proceeds to Benefit Brighter Tomorrows
Click here to register on-line
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June Monthly Family Gathering
June 7, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Special Guest Speaker:
Mayo Clinic Nutritionist presenting on
what effect nutrition has on cancer.
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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May 21, 2011, 12:00pm
Whistle Binkies on the Lake
247 Woodland Drive SE, Rochester
The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a volunteer-driven charity committed to
funding the most promising research to find cures for “childhood” cancers
and give survivors long and healthy lives. Mayo Clinic is a recipient of funds raised.
This year Rick Buckanin (Dr. Arndt’s husband) will be participating
by having his head shaved (“Saint Bald Rick”).
Please click on Rick’s link if you would like to support him or the event!
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May Monthly Family Gathering
May 3, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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April 30, 2011, 9:00am – Noon
Jester Hall in Methodist Hospital, Rochester MN.
Parking will be validated, so park free!!
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April 17, 2011, 2-5pm
Valentino’s Pizza
140 Elton Hills LN NW
Rochester, MN
This an event for the entire family!
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April 3-9, 2011
Please click here to view a series of four short videos
empowering us in the knowledge of young adult (ages 15 – 39) cancer.
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April Monthly Family Gathering
April 5, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Ample time for sharing and meeting new families.
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Bowling and Pizza Party
March 27, 2011, 1-3pm
Recreation Lanes
2810 North Broadway
Rochester, MN
Come Hungry – All Ages Welcomed!
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Minnesota Wild vs Colorado Avalanche
March 8, 2011, 7:00pm
Excel Energy Center
St. Paul, MN
(For details and to register, click here)
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March Monthly Family Gathering
March 1, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Special Guest Speaker:
Mayo Clinic Psychologist, Tanya Brown PhD
Common Neurocognitive Late Effects
School Re-entry Issues
Individualized Education Plans
Other Challenges Faced by Families Dealing With Childhood Cancer
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Open Gym…Open Ice!!!
February 21, 2011
Open Gym-Open Ice
Rochester Recreation Center
1-3pm
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Frozen Goose Walk/Run
February 5, 2011, 12:00pm (Registration)
Walk/Run: 1:00pm
University Center, Rochester Atrium
Proceeds to benefit Brighter Tomorrows
and Mayo Clinic’s childhood cancer research.
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February Monthly Family Gathering
February 1, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Topic: How to Relieve the Stresses of Caregiving
Valentine’s Celebration
Happy Valentines(click here for details)
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Sibshops
January 24, 2011; 3:30 – 6:30pm
(Please note new time)
Ronald McDonald House
850 2nd St SW
Rochester, MN
Special time for siblings to spend with one another.
Great program!
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Brighter Tomorrows’ Winter Retreat at:
Faith’s Lodge
January 21 – 23, 2011
Faith’s Lodge, Danbury, WI
Created to bring families together in a tranquil
setting, the Lodge offers the opportunity to connect
and draw strength from others facing similar experiences.
More details presented at Brighter Tomorrows’ monthly get-togethers.
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Winter Warmth Festival
January 8, 2011, 11:00am – 3:00pm
St. John’s Catholic Church Gymnasium
11 4th Ave SW, Rochester
Great food, games, prizes.
Magic Show at 1:00pm
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January Monthly Family Gathering
January 4, 2011, 6-8pm
Ronald McDonald House, Rochester MN
Ample time for sharing.
Children/teens will be tieing blankets
which will be donated to the neonatal ICU at St. Mary’s hospital.
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