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Children’s Miracle Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds and awareness for the medical care of children, birth through age 18. Unique to Children's Miracle Network of CoxHealth is the fact that all funds remain local. That means 100 percent of funds raised directly benefit children of the Ozarks. "Miracle kids" who receive assistance through Children's Miracle Network of CoxHealth reside in the local 32 county service area, and they all believe in miracles!
Children's Miracle Network helps kids in six key areas:
1. Life-saving equipment for affiliate and area hospitals, ambulances and schools. 2. Educational programs designed to prevent injury and illness. These include Wasted, an anti-drinking and driving campaign; the Never Shake a Baby program, CARDIAC and more. 3. Family Care Grants, providing financial assistance to families with a child who has been hospitalized due to illness, injury or accident, or who needs physical, occupational or speech therapy. 4. The Special Needs Fund offers direct financial assistance for special medical needs that are not covered by private insurance or Medicaid. These include prosthetics, wheelchairs, braces, hearing aids, travel expenses to out-of-town physician appointments and much more. 5. C.A.R.E. Mobile, a mobile health clinic providing health screenings and immunizations to children with limited access to health care.
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Springfield CARES is a monthly magazine that has been carefully developed with three goals in mind:
Creative Director: Phil Dellasega Charity Liason & Senior Sales Executive: Fran Moncada
1. Bring awareness of charitable foundations and the impact they make to our community.
Administrator: Cara Trask
2. Facilitate growth for local businesses by offering a print medium and online arena acknowledging charitable giving and encouraging continued support of these businesses.
Sales Manager: Becky Overend
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3. Show we CARE by providing significant contributions to our affiliated charities. Which is why we have begun working as third party fundraisers in conjunction with American Cancer Society, CASA, Children’s Miracle Network and Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Jeff Gossman Mary Valloni
We encourage you to visit our online directory to view our caring supporters in business, check out our online magazine, view videos, and get the latest on community events and fundraisers and downloadable forms.
Peter Edwards, CIA Beverly Roberts Rhiannon Edwards Rebbecca Fenton COTA/L Gerry Catapang, PT, DPT Ken Childers Chris Shaefer
We invite you to offer support to our charities and our caring supporters
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Coast to Coast for Miracles.............................5 Protect Your Skin This Summer......................6 Putting the Men in Mentoring.......................7 Springfield Little Theater................................8 CASA Saluted for 5 year Partnership with MSU’s Service Learning Program..........9 Thank You for Another Successful Year......11 The Coffee Ethic.............................................12 Cattle Baron’s Fashion Review......................14 Miracles Jeans Day.........................................16 Price Cutter Charity Championship..............16 Golfing For Kids.............................................16
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Win a 2010 Ford Mustang............................16 The ‘Zo...........................................................16 Celebrating Our Littleest Super Heroes......17 Calendar of Events........................................18 Viva Mi Casa...................................................20 The World Cup...............................................22 Cure Kids Cancer............................................23 Summer Sizzler Fishing Tournament............23 Cox Health Cares............................................23 It’s a Miracle!..................................................24 About Big Brothers Big Sisters......................25 My Mother’s Divinity.....................................26 Springfield Heads to the Wild Wild West....29 Cancer Patients and Families Honored........29
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8dVhi i d 8dVhi [dg B^gVXaZh Norb and Ann Bagley are preparing for their “Miracle Ride” across the United States this fall, but it isn’t the first time they’ve traversed the nation to benefit CMN. Below is the piece that appeared in CoxHealth Connection after their first ride in 2008. Will their second trip generate as many friends and adventures as their last? We’re betting so! When most people think of a bike ride, they’re picturing an afternoon trip along a Greenways trail. And when they think of charity, they’re imagining a payroll deduction for a cause. Former CoxHealth Chief Operating Officer Norb Bagley and his wife, Ann, tend to think on a larger scale. Both longtime cyclists, Norb and Ann had always wanted to put their athletic skills to the test by riding across the United States. In spring of 2008, they decided to make the journey and help others at the same time by raising money for Children‘s Miracle Network. They rode over 4,000 miles from Washington to Massachusetts and finished their ride with a ceremonial dip of their bicycle tires in the Atlantic Ocean. This fall, Norb and Ann will leave again on their second Coast to Coast for Miracles ride. They will leave from St. Augustine, FL and ride over 3,000 miles to San Diego, all to raise money for local sick and injured children. You can get updates or donate at www.coast2coast4cmn.blogspot.com.
Calendar of Events Scramble for Miracles Children’s Miracle Network will be hosting the 9th Annual Scramble For Miracles Golf Tournament. The tournament will be held on July 26th at Fremont Hills Golf Course in Fremont Hills, MO. Entry fee for this four-player scramble is $500/team and includes green fees, golf cart, lunch, a golf shirt and goodies! Tournament sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information, contact Crystal Conway at 417269-1832.
Thank You Area Wal-Marts sold Children’s Miracle Network balloon icons during the month of May. This year our local Wal-Marts raised $253,000. Children’s Miracle Network would like to thank Wal-Mart and their employees for their hard work and support in making miracles happen throughout the Ozarks.
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finally headed to the beach for a relaxing weekend next to the waves. What do you throw in your tote bag? Fluffy towel – check. Stack of magazines – check. Snacks and bottled water – check. What are you forgetting? Sun protection! One of the most important things you can bring to the beach! Year-round, at the beach, and throughout our busy lives even when it’s cloudy, the sun’s rays can damage our skin, not only making us look older, but also putting us at risk for skin cancer, the most common type of cancer. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is thought to be the major risk factor for most skin cancers. Sunlight is the main source of UV radiation, which is why you should protect your skin every day – not just during the summer months. Tanning beds are another source of UV radiation. People with excessive exposure to UV radiation from these sources are at greater risk for skin cancer.
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To learn more about how to stay well, visit cancer.org/sunsafety or call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345.
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Just in & Tyler boy goes fishing, the first time a girl learns to braid her hair, the first time a child has a birthday party. Big Brothers Big Sisters matches caring adults with area youth to provide a positive one-to-one mentoring relationship. Together the Bigs and Littles spend six to eight hours a month together enjoying their favorite activities—such as playing sports, riding bikes, cooking, or watching movies. A unique program designed for married couples, Big Couples, encourages spouses to volunteer together.
young businessman sees a hungry young boy and his dog rummaging through a trash can for food. The man says hello, offers the boy a warm meal, and they sit down to talk. Irvin, the young businessman, learns that Tom is from a single-parent home and is one of five children. Irvin takes Tom and his dog back to their home, and quickly sees that Tom could use a friend to spend time with on a more regular basis. Irvin asks the boy’s mom if he can take Tom on weekly outings. The mom agrees, and the first Big Brother mentoring relationship is formed.
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More than one-hundred years ago, Irvin Westheimer saw a child in need and offered to help. A century later, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks continues in the same path of that tradition. Big Brothers Big Sisters is an organization of positive relationships and “firsts,” offering children opportunities they may have never otherwise had—the first time a
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Over the course of that history, contributions from donors have made a significant difference. Donors have always made it possible for the organization to mount productions. When it became time to find a permanent home for Springfield Little Theatre, it was the generosity of donors that allowed SLT to purchase and renovate the Landers. We are dedicated to maintaining this beautiful, historic landmark, and are proud to call the Landers home. With the support of donors—old and new—we will continue to call her home for
When the majority of people think of charities, they instantly think of health or children related causes. Which is completely understandable, both are very tangible causes and vital to our c o m m u n i t y. H o w e v e r, another avenue worthy to consider are our Arts organizations. Imagine what life would be like without art. The Arts allow us to grow, laugh, cry, and escape from the real world for a couple of hours at a time. Springfield Little Theatre is a volunteer driven organiz a t i o n , energized by the highest artistic ideals, that strives to entertain, educate and involve the community in live productions and in the preservation of the historic Landers Theatre. Built in 1901, the Landers Theatre has been home to Springfield Little Theatre since 1970. For 75 years, Springfield Little Theatre has been the center of cultural life and entertainment in the Ozarks, and as we enter our 76th season, the theatre is dedicated to maintaining that heritage by presenting the best of live theatre in an environment reflecting a rich past and an exciting, fulfilling future. The oldest and largest civic theatre operation in Missouri, and one of the largest in mid-America, Springfield Little Theatre at the Landers produces a season of nine plays and musicals that are attended by some 60,000 Southwest Missourians annually. The 2010-2011 Season consists of CATS, Treasure Island!, Sordid Lives, Miracle on 34th Street, Big River, Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr., Chicago, The Foreigner, and Children of Eden. This season is truly one with something to entertain everyone! Springfield Little Theatre is more than the productions you see onstage at the Landers. It is the volunteers who spend countless hours working on sets, constructing costumes, rehearsing lines, learning dances. It is the children who come through the education program and go from being shy wallflowers who have little self-confidence to leaders onstage and off finally having found a place where they belong. It is the look on a child’s face when they sit transfixed in the audience watching their first live theatre production. It is the history of an organization and a building that has touched hundreds of thousands throughout the last 75 and 100 years. When you enter the Landers to attend a performance or take a class, you are entering a piece of Springfield’s history.
The 2010-2011 Season consists of CATS, Treasure Island!, Sordid Lives, Miracle on 34th Street, Big River, Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr., Chicago, The Foreigner, and Children of Eden. the next 100 years. If you have ever thought of giving to the Arts, this is the year to do so. The Arts might not be in the business of saving lives, but they are changing lives. At Springfield Little Theatre we are proud to be the home of thousands of volunteers, donors, and audience members who come together to participate in the wonderful world of live theatre. If you are interested in learning how you can support Springfield Little Theatre at the Landers and change lives, please contact Kim Garwitz, Director of Development & Marketing, at the theatre at 417-869-3869, ext. 10.
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CASA Saluted for 5-Year Partnership with MSU’s Service Learning Program Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Southwest Missouri recently was saluted by the Citizenship and Service-Learning (CASL) department of Missouri State University for its five-year partnership in providing placement and educational opportunities for its students. Dan Derges, president of CASA, was on hand to receive the award from Shellie Jones, CASL program director. Other partnering organizations were also saluted. “We’re very pleased to be part of MSU’s public affairs mission to provide meaningful placement in a nonprofit setting for students who wish to contribute their skills and expertise in a way that will benefit the community,” noted Derges. “We believe that CASA’s mission of advocating for children who have been abused or neglected is a cause is a good fit for the CASL program, since it allows students to learn more about the effects of child abuse in our community and how the efforts of even one person can make a difference to the life of a child.”
CASA president Dan Derges receives a 5-Year Award from Shellie Jones, coordinator of the MSU Citizenship and Service-Learning department.
special event arrangements and in conducting a usability assessment of its website. “Positions which provide personal, civic, and professional growth for the student are optimum opportunities,” said Jones. “Students are often placed in sites directly related to their major field of study. Students positions will vary depending on their abilities, but service-learning can be successful for students in a wide variety of activities provided there are ample reflection activities for them to process their experiences.”
CASA is one of several dozen community organizations which participate as a community partner with the CASL program. Students are recruited from a variety of university departments, including accounting, communications, IT, graphic arts, social work and marketing. CASA’s service learning students this year worked in the areas of providing assistance in
The Board and Staff of CASA of Southwest Missouri wishes to thank sponsors of this year’s Mi Casa es Su Casa, held at the home of Mike Seitz.
Special Thanks to
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Trish Bradford For co-hosting the event and procuring auction & raffle donations
Penney, Murray & Associates Ameriprise Private Wealth Advisory Practice
Kirkpatrick Phillips & Miller CPAs, PC Great Southern Bank Bank Corp South
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Through our Orthopedic Physical Therapy & Industrial Rehabilitation specialties, we help injured workers return to work, athletes return to play, and patients with neck, low back, and extremity pain return to normal function.
Springfield Cardinals Schedule July 2010 July 1 . . . . Frisco RoughRiders (FRI). . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 July 2 . . . . Frisco RoughRiders (FRI). . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 July 3 . . . . Frisco RoughRiders (FRI). . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 July 4 . . . . Midland Rockhounds (MID). . . . . . . . . . 6:00 July 5 . . . . Midland Rockhounds (MID). . . . . . . . . . 6:30 July 6 . . . . Midland Rockhounds (MID). . . . . . . . . . 6:30 July 8 . . . . Frisco RoughRiders (FRI). . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 9 . . . . Frisco RoughRiders (FRI). . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 10 . . . Frisco RoughRiders (FRI). . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:10 July 11 . . . Midland Rockhounds (MID). . . . . . . . . . 6:10 July 12 . . . Midland Rockhounds (MID). . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 13 . . . Midland Rockhounds (MID). . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 15 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 7:00 July 16 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 7:00 July 17 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 7:00 July 18 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 6:00 July 19 . . . Tulsa Drillers (COL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 20 . . . Tulsa Drillers (COL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 21 . . . Tulsa Drillers (COL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 22 . . . Tulsa Drillers (COL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 23 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 7:00 July 24 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 7:00 July 25 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 6:00 July 26 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 7:00 July 27 . . . Arkansas Traverlers (ARK). . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 28 . . . Arkansas Traverlers (ARK). . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 29 . . . Arkansas Traverlers (ARK). . . . . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 30 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 7:10 July 31 . . . NW Arkansas Naturals (NWA) . . . . . . . . 6:10
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The telethon featured an entirely local broadcast showing stories of local children right here in southwest Missouri and northwest Arkansas. The Children’s Miracle Network Staff would like to thank everyone who helped in making this year another successful year! A special thanks to CoxHealth, our sponsoring hospital, and to all of our national and local sponsors. A thank you to all of the families that participated in the 2010 Every Family Campaign, as well as all of the volunteers that showed up to help.
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• The tables, bar facade, and library door were all made of walnut salvaged from the Ice Storm of 2007 and from a tornado in Arkansas. It was solarkiln dried and processed by Queen City Green.
something to show they care....
It was one of our first warm days of the summer... I ventured out of the office for a refreshing lunch on the square downtown with my sister. The sun warmed us up after many hours of sitting in the arctic air conditioning indoors. As we walked through downtown with the sun warming our backs, we passed the beautiful fountain and marveled at the soothing sound issuing from the falling water. We took some time to debate the form of the sculpture and brainstormed some clever ideas as to what the figure could be. Our day was going great!
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• The main floors are original and have been beautifully refinished. Other areas, such as behind the bar, in the bathroom and on the stairs, the flooring is made of recycled rubber tires! Rubber tires!!! Amazing! So many clever ideas to recycle and renew.
• Their delicious coffee is primarily served in ceramic mugs instead of paper cups in an effort to reduce waste, and they even have an in shop center for separation of recyclables.
After we finished up our lunch and began walking back to our office, we decided to stop and check out The Coffee Ethic. We heard they have delicious smoothies and incredible coffee. It was hard to decide but I was in a citrus mood so I chose the Orange Tangerine smoothie while my sister chose the Strawberry.
• From paper towels and toilet paper to letterhead and envelopes, the paper products they use are made from recycled paper. • The to-go cups use cornstarch instead of petroleum in the lining and are 100% biodegradable and compost-able. I looked down at my smoothie which was disappearing quickly and noticed some writing on the cup. “100% compostable, made from corn" Wow!! A cup made from corn!! How do they do that!? I was really touched by this seemingly small gesture, but in reality, a huge impact on the wellness of our earth and community is being made. This little shop has made small changes to make a big difference to our beautiful earth.
What a cold and delicious treat to finish off a great lunch in the sun! They were just sweet enough and made of real fruit. The decor inside this quaint coffee house is very inviting and all of the furnishings are either reused or recycled. I visited with the owner Tom Billionis and found out some very interesting things. He says, "The Coffee Ethic desires to be a sustainable enterprising venture. This means that we will always consider and implement processes and purchase products that are reusable, renewable or recyclable." They really do live and work by this statement. Here are just a few examples of what they are doing to show how they care:
• The benches were beams salvaged from a Cotton Mill in South Carolina from the 1870’s and the chairs are mid-century designer chairs purchased from an antique dealer.
• All coffee grounds are dropped off at the city waste yard to be used in composting. 12
The environment cultivated here enhances the entire coffee experience. It's the whole package, a coffee shop that cares about our environment, brews the best coffees, has tasty smoothies, and a great spot to come in and relax! There is Internet provided so you can finish up some work and enjoy the peace. They even have the perfect neighbor, a beautiful library! So come downtown and stop in at the Coffee Ethic. It's more than just a coffee house, its got real heart and great people surrounding it! When ordering your delicious smoothie, or that perfect cup of Joe, tell them "Springfield Cares and so do I" and get 10% off your purchase and become a supporter of this caring business of Springfield!
This conscientious effort to take care of our community made an impression on me. The spirit of the shop is very calming with a sense of health and wellbeing. As I look around the shop admiring the art on the walls and sipping my smoothie, I think "What a great place to come and relax." When it comes to the coffee.... well they don't skimp on that either. Only the highest quality coffees are used. They are dedicated to the art and science of brewing. .
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Because we believe all people have worth, we relationally, socially and economically desire to serve everyone in our coffee shop. • We serve coffee sourced from direct trade relationships which ensures that the coffee growers are paid well above market and/or Fair-Trade prices.
Springfield CARES would like to thank The Coffee Ethic for making an effort to CARE about our community. Do you know of a business making a difference? If so, we would love to know!
• We provide excellent customer service. • Our employees are highly valued members of our team.
We are also looking for candid shots of people showing they care in many different ways.
• We offer financial support for Coffee Kids and Bikes for Rwanda. We will be supporting local organizations with a focus on meeting human needs.
Please email us at info@goicare.com or call 417-849-CARE (2273)
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A crowd of nearly 300 gathered June 17th for the Cattle Baron’s Fashion Review at the Springfield Cardinals Indoor Training Facility. Guests were treated to a high energy musical production that complimented the western fashions provided by PFI Western Store. Local celebrities including Scott Bailes, Cuonzo Martin, Gary Whitaker, and Susan Sommer-Luarca modeled the western wear as attendees enjoyed hors D’eouvres and a lively atmosphere. The Cattle Baron’s Fashion Review, presented by PFI Western Store, is a pre-event for the American Cancer Society’s Southwest Missouri Cattle Baron’s Ball on August 21, at the Darr Agricultural Center. Funds raised benefit the American Cancer Society. For more information about the 2010 Cattle Baron’s Ball, go to cattlebaronsballswmo.org.
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unteers. Maurice, a Little, had been on the waiting list for nearly two years, when he met Big Brother, Phillip, at an OSB event. Phillip had started volunteering with OSB, because he wanted to become involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters, but was unsure about becoming a Big Brother through the traditional Community-Based program.
matched another 800 Littles. However, there are an additional 55 boys between the ages of six and fourteen who are waiting to be matched with a Big Brother. With so many boys on the waiting list, it will be a year or even more before they are matched with a friend unless more Big Brothers are recruited and give the gift of time.
For Philip, becoming a Big Brother was a commitment he wanted to take seriously. As a first step, Phillip decided to start volunteering with OSB. Phillip and Maurice started hanging out together at the OSB events, and always enjoyed their time together. Volunteering through OSB allowed Philip to learn more about the program to see if it was something that was right for him. After several months of getting to know Maurice, Phillip saw firsthand the significant impact being a Big Brother could have. This spring, Phillip and Maurice became an official Big Brother match, and Maurice was taken off the waiting list after 22 months.
Recruiting male volunteers to be adult mentors is a nationwide challenge. Many men express apprehension about being a mentor because they have not had experience caring for a child. Others say they don’t know what sorts of activities to do with kids. Some say they don’t have the time. Fortunately, being a Big Brother doesn’t require these things. Being a Big Brother is just being there for a Little—being a person they can talk to, someone they can play with. Volunteers aren’t asked to change their schedules or interests; they are just asked to include their Littles in their lives.
This April, Big Brother, Justin, was matched with Tyler, who had never been fishing. A few weeks ago Justin decided it was time for Tyler’s first fishing trip. The two were content, enjoying each other’s company, lines in the water, when Tyler got a bite. Justin jumped up, helped Tyler reel it in, and began to work on getting the hook out. Tyler, waiting impatiently, excitedly grabbed hold of the fish, only to feel a sting, which caused him to thrust the fish, along with the line and the pole, back into the water. “It’s okay,” said Tyler, “we don’t really need that pole.” Justin smiled at Tyler, but then jumped in after the pole. Justin and Tyler’s day may have ended a little soggier than it started, but it also ended with a child happy to have gone fishing for the first time with his Big Brother.
“Our need for Big Brothers is greater now than ever with the large number of parents working and going back to school,” said Erin Jaeger, Program Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks. “The boys on our waiting list would benefit hugely from an adult who can give them additional one-toone attention.” The male volunteers at Big Brothers Big Sisters have already learned that being a Big Brother is more about knowing good jokes and where the best parks are, than about having childcare experience. Several Big Brothers in the Ozarks have already started to make a difference in the lives of their Littles by introducing them to childhood firsts. Imagine being able to take a child to his first basketball game, to be the one to teach him to ride a bike, to be there the first time he hits a homerun. Many of these children have never had the opportunity to do the simple, childhood things most people take for granted. Outdoor Sports Buddies (OSB), one of the programs provided by Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks, offers monthly group activity for Littles on the waiting list and Big OSB vol-
Last winter, Big Brother, Patrick, taught his Little Brother, Devon, how to use power tools. Devon, an avid Lego builder, was thrilled at the chance to create something big and permanent. When Patrick asked Devon what he wanted to build, Devon said he wanted to build his mom a shelf for Christmas. Safety goggles on, the two guys stationed themselves in the garage and got to work. A few weeks later, Devon proudly presented his mom with a homemade, handcrafted shelf for Christmas.
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MIRACLE JEANS DAY-September 15, 2010
Join the largest casual day in the nation on September 15, 2010! The Miracle Jeans Day concept is simple. Individuals or groups can participate in Miracle Jeans Day by supporting Children's Miracle Network with a minimum donation of just $5. In return, participants can choose from memorable Miracle Jeans Day merchandise to wear with their jeans on September 15, 2010. All funds raised go directly to Children's Miracle Network of CoxHealth. Go casual for kids by wearing jeans on September 15, 2010 to support your local Children's Miracle Network hospital. Visit www.miraclejeansday.com to sign up or get more information.
WIN A 2010 FORD MUSTANG! Your Ticket. Your Chance. Your Charity. Be a part of the excitement and you could win a 2010 Ford Mustang or $10,000! Simply purchase a ticket as part of the Marlin Network Charitable Fund Charity Sweepstakes and you could drive away in style. Tickets are only $25 each and include: 4-day pass to the Price Cutter Charity Championship, chance to win 2010 Ford Mustang or $10,000, and chance to win one of 400 $25 gift certificates. Tickets are available by calling Kelly at 417/2691830. 100% of all tickets sales sold by Children’s Miracle Network benefit CMN!
PRICE CUTTER CHARITY CHAMPIONSHIP Come see the action during the 21st annual Price Cutter Charity Championship presented by Dr. Pepper PGA Nationwide Tour golf tournament. This year’s tournament is scheduled for August 12-15, 2010 at Highland Springs Country Club. Children’s Miracle Network is one of over 40 local children’s charities that benefit from the tournament. Tickets are available now by calling 417/887-3400. If you interested in volunteering, contact Kelly at 417-269-1830
THE ‘ZO On Friday, July 16, 2010 the inaugural Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC “Lorenzo Williams Celebrity Pro-Am” presented by Infiniti of Springfield golf tournament will be held at Millwood Golf & Racquet Club. An exclusive event, “The ‘Zo” will feature a Pro-Am format, highlighted by several Missouri Tiger football alumni currently playing in the NFL, many current Missouri Tiger football players, members of the Missouri Tiger Cheerleading squad, and more! Those scheduled to appear include recent Missouri Tiger standouts Chase Daniels of the Super Bowl Champion New Orleans Saints, Jeremy Maclin of the Philadelphia Eagles, 2010 Atlanta Falcon firstround draft pick Sean Weatherspoon, Chase Coffman, Tony Temple, and Martin Rucker! Sponsorships are still available for “The ‘Zo” by calling Brian Cheever at 417/861-2860 or Kelly Anderson at 417/269-1830.
GOLFING FOR KIDS Join area golfers as they tee it up to benefit Children’s Miracle Network during the 14th annual Credit Unions’ Golfing for Kids golf tournament. The tournament is scheduled for Friday, September 10th, 2010 at Rivercut Golf Course. Entry fee is $100 per person ($400-team) and includes green fees, cart, lunch, range balls, prize holes and gift bag. In 2009, more than $51,000 was raised to benefit Children’s Miracle Network during this tournament. Sponsorships are also still available. For more information, contact your credit union or Jill Bishop at 417/887-1983 ext. 312.
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7:30am : Firecracker 5000 - 1 Mile walk/run, 5k, 10k Branson Landing www.RunBranson.com | Chris Essick
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7:00pm : Aquathon Series - Swim-Run Doling Family Center 301 E. Talmage Springfield MO. Chris Thaller
8:00am : Freedom 5K - Run/Walk Monett Park, Monett MO. Trenton Patton 417-489-2795 | 41qhorse@gmail.com
417-593-5257 Chris@1800BransonVacations.com
Springfield. Tania Reavis 417-877-1300 doctortania@hotmail.com
7:30am : Dragons Breath - 5K/1mile Run/Walk Wellness Concepts Clinic 1200 E. Woodhurst, R 300
7:12am : Tornado Alley 110 - Bike Ride $30 30m, 50m, 77m, 110 mile / Schifferdecker Park 506 Schifferdecker, Spokes and Spandex- 417-206-7765
Contact- tiger@locozoomos.com
July 10: 7:00am : Tour De Loco - 100 & 67 mile $20, 37 & 28 mile at 8 am. Start Location, Spirit of 76 Park, North of the Mt. Vernon Square on business 39 N.
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7:30am : Beat the Heat for Africa - 1m/2m/3mile Delaware School 1505 S. Delaware Springfield MO.
July 3:
Russ Traphagan 417-830-0649 | runningman72@mchsi.com
Children's Miracle Network - Win a 2010 Ford Mustang! Simply purchase a ticket as part of the Marlin Network Charitable Fund Charity Sweepstakes and you could drive away in style. Tickets are available by calling Kelly at 417-269-1830. 100% of all tickets sales sold by Children’s Miracle Network benefit CMN!
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7:30pm : "Girls Just Wanna Run" - Womens 5k Phelps Grove Park Virginia at Brookside Springfield Nancy Lillich 417-269-5147 Nancy.Lillich@coxhealth.com
11:00am : CASA - BBQ, Live Entertainment, and Water Games!!! At North Mall $3 in advance $5 Day of... All proceeds go to support CASA..
417-861-6019 NixaTriathlon@yahoo.com www.ccoptimist.org/triathlon
8:00am : Nixa Youth Triathlon - Triathlon Nixa Community Center 701 N. Taylor Way, Nixa David Liss
Contact MS Society: 417-882-8128 | Gregory.Johnson@coxhealth.com
July 17: 7:00 am: Monett Metric - Bike Ride $10, 50-60 miles Monett South Park Hwy 37 & 60 intersection
On Friday, July 16, 2010 the inaugural Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC “Lorenzo Williams Celebrity Pro-Am” presented by Infiniti of Springfield taking place at Millwood Golf & Racquet Club. An exclusive event. Sponsorships are still available for “The ‘Zo” by calling Brian Cheever at 417-861-2860 or Kelly Anderson at 417-269-1830
July 16: Children's Miracle Network - The ‘Zo
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July 13: 7:00pm : Aquathon Series - Run/Swim Doling Family Center 301 E. Talmage Springfield. Chris Thaller
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July 11: 8:00am : Lake Freebird - Triathlon & Beginners Tri Rockabilly Band- Revolver- Preforming Live. 1800 W. 13th St. Mountain Grove. Della Sawyers 417-926-3138
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6:00 am Registration (rain or shine) $25 pre-event registration fee or $30 onsite registration includes tech t-shirt, lunch, entertainment and giveaways. For more information, contact Allison Kraft at 447.1474, or visit www.BBCspringfieldmo.org
July 31: 7:00am : Bike to Battle Cancer Finley River Park, Ozark, MO
July 29: 6:15pm : Big Brothers Big Sisters Taste of the Ozarks at University Plaza Convention Center. VIP Reception 5:15, Doors Open 6:00 Taste of the Ozarks is the largest fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters, and this is the 8th summer for the event. Call our office at 889-9136 or visit our website at www.tasteoftheozarks.com to purchase a raffle ticket, event ticket, or sponsorship and to learn more about this exciting event!
Chris Thaller 417-837-5900 cthaller@springfieldmo.gov
July 27: 7:00pm : Aquathon Series - Run/Swim/Run Doling Family Center 301 E. Talmage, Springfield.
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July 26: Children's Miracle Network Scramble for Miracles Children’s Miracle Network will be hosting the 9th Annual Scramble For Miracles Golf Tournament. The tournament will be held at Fremont Hills Golf Course in Fremont Hills, MO. Tournament sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information, contact Crystal Conway at
7:00am : Nixa Police Officers Association First Ever! "Doughnut Run" 5k & 1 mile Fun Run/Walk McCauley Park 701 N. Taylor Way Nixa. Matt Sloan msloan@nixa.com
July 24: 7:00am : MS Training Ride - Pancake Ride $10 Wilson's Creek 5/6 School 4035 W. Weaver Rd. Battlefield. Ms Society 417-882-8128
Chris Thaller 417-837-5900 cthaller@springfieldmo.gov
July 20: 7:00pm : Aquathon Series - Swim-Run-Swim Doling Family Center 301 E. Talmage, Springfield.
‘Viva Mi Casa’ Raises Money for Greene County’s Abused & Neglected Children This year’s M i Casa es Su Casa event had a Las Vegas theme of “ Viva M i Casa” and successfully raised money for abused and neglected children in Greene County’s foster care system. Co-hosted by Trish Bradford at the Eaglesgate subdivision home of M ike Seitz, the event featured ‘gaming tables,’ and ‘celebrities’, including Elvis, Cher, Dolly, the Blues Brothers and Elton John. Sophisticated appetizers, a raffle, and a live auction rounded out the evening.
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What does this have to do with “The place to get your Lake Country Soccer? Lake kicks in Southwest Country Soccer (approximately 3,000 registered youth players Missouri !” annually) is a member organization of the Missouri Youth Soccer Association (approximately 39,000 registered youth players annually). The Missouri Youth Challenger Sports BRITISH SOCCER CAMP Soccer Association is a state Soccer impacts the positive health July 26 – 30 @ Lake Country Soccer affiliate organization to US Youth benefits of active sport participaSoccer (approximately 3.2 tion especially in youth. Child For kids ages 3 – 16 million registered players obesity is a continually growing Register online @ www.challengersports.com annually nationwide). US Youth medical epidemic in our country. Soccer is an affiliate organization Other ailments associated with of US Soccer (registers approxipoor fitness and poor diet can be FALL LEAGUE REGISTRATION DEADLINE minimized with regular physical mately 9 million players and 200,000 referees), the governing activity. The constant movement July 30th body of soccer in the United in soccer increases the heart rate, ? Youth outdoor League (Recreational / Competitive – Teams & individuals) States of America and the ? Age 3 – high school girls & age 3 – 14 boys burns calories and promotes ? Instructional programs for kids ages 4 – 8 (mini & junior kickers) recognized member of CONCAbodily development. Other CAF (FIFA’s regional confederabenefits may include but not August 20th tion including Canada, North and limited to, developing important ? Adult indoor fall league play; ages 18 + older Central America and the social skills, enhancing personal 2334 E. Pythian Drive Springfield, MO. 65802 (417)-862-3211 www.lakecountrysoccer.org Caribbean nations); and of skills and supports the positive course, CONCACAF is the regional governing body of soccer on behalf emotional well being of participants. of FIFA. A very large soccer family indeed! Detractors out there will continue to berate the sport of soccer simply What this all boils down to is, each fall season following the conclubecause they don’t understand it, don’t want to understand it or are sion of the world cup, registration numbers for organijust too unwilling to give up a little bit of NASCAR, golf, NFL, NBA, NHL zations and leagues like Lake Country or MLB. I do enjoy our American born sports (North American and yes, Soccer normally spike. The excitement Golf is a European developed skills game), don’t get me wrong; I love caused by the world cup is almost like a to be entertained by good offense, good defense, scoring points, the cattle call where kids want to get involved in skills required to compete at the highest levels, the incredible creativsoccer at some level. Soccer participation ity of those at the height of their game and effective officiating; all numbers have steadily increased across the elements which are ever present in the game of soccer. board for youth and adults since soccer’s explosion in the US back in the early 70’s (by the way, soccer has been played in the Soccer is “The World’s Most Beautiful Game!” The World Cup is an US since the early 1900’s. The United States was one of the founding exciting time for soccer enthusiasts, fanatics and band wagon riders members of FIFA in 1904). alike. Everyone can play the game in some way, shape or form. Euphoria run amok, Lake Country Soccer can get you on What is the allure of soccer among youth players? Soccer is an affordthe road to FIFA’s World Cup and we are “The place able, interactive social opportunity without regard to race, culture and to get your kicks in Southwest Missouri!” financial condition. All that’s really required is a soccer ball and two people to play the game. Of course, organized leagues, tournaments, pay-to-play comes into the mix somewhere down the road; but it really is a very simple game.
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Cure Kids Cancer Cure Kids Cancer is a Children’s Miracle Network initiative designed to raise funds and awareness for 170 local pediatric programs. Children’s Miracle Network hospitals provide diagnosis, life-saving cancer treatments, cutting edge research and pediatric cancer education programs that help children with cancer and their families find hope for the future.
Cure Kids Cancer Fast Facts • Just one of the 170 Children’s Miracle network hospitals has more than 26,000 pediatric oncology visits each year. • Children’s Miracle Network hospitals treat 88% of all pediatric cancer patients in North America. • Cancer remains the number one disease killer among children. • Cure Kids Cancer raises funds to help hospitals engage in cancer research efforts and provide better treatment options close to home. • Cure Kids Cancer funds remain in the community where they are raised to help local children with cancer.
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embraced—these boys are ready to start practicing their jump shots, they’re ready to learn to rollerblade, they’re ready for a Big Brother. It all started simply—with a caring adult saying hello to a young boy and his dog—and grew into something big.
Jumping into the water to retrieve a fishing pole, declining the last slice of pizza, going second in a game of checkers— these are the things Bigs do. Being a Big isn’t news-breaking or world-changing on the face of it. It doesn’t mean you have to have childcare experience or be an expert on arts and crafts. It simply means you have to care. And to a child, that is world-changing.
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides children support, guidance, friendship and fun by matching them with adult role models. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks serves the community with a professional staff that carefully works with both the volunteers and the children to ensure that the experience of Big Brothers Big Sisters match is dynamic, fulfilling, memorable and fun for both the child and the volunteer. In 2009, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks served over 1,400 children in southwestern Missouri. For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks, please contact them via phone at 417-889-9136, email them at bbbs@bigbro.com, or visit them on the web at www.bigbro.com.
Children who participate in Big Brothers Big Sisters, in general, have better relationships with their families, more self confidence, and improved performance in school. Devon, Tyler, and Maurice are just three of many who benefit from having Big Brothers. Right now, there are more than fifty other Littles waiting to go on their first fishing trip, to their first ball game, to their first movie—waiting to get a Big Brother. “Being a Big is simply being a friend. For many of these young boys, they do not have a positive adult male in their life. When they form a bond with a community volunteer, we witness changes in the child’s attitude, confidence, and outlook for the future,” said Lisa Slavens, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks. “Our need for male volunteers is critical to the future of these children.” Big Brothers Big Sisters encourages the community to help get these Littles off the waiting list. A boy should not have to wait almost two years to get a Big Brother. Childhood needs to be
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In addition to live music, guests can take part in Vegas style gaming, a live and silent auction, and Midway Games including a mechanical bull, rodeo roping, wine bottle ring toss and quick draw. This year features a bull auction with cattle from across the Ozarks and for those not in the market for livestock, an Executive Baroness Purse Auction. A few other featured items to look out for include a 180 Energy Drink Kawasaki, a pair of Clydesdales, and a houseboat cruise for six that includes brunch at Chateau on the Lake.
Springfield Heads to The Wild West Tickets Now on Sale for American Cancer Society 2010 Cattle Baron’s Ball Grab a lasso and cowboy boots and kick up your heels at the American Cancer Society’s Southwest Missouri 2010 Cattle Baron’s Ball to raise funds to find a cure for cancer. Each year, the American Cancer Society invites residents of Southwest Missouri to join in for a night full of entertainment, games and a live auction. This year's theme, "A Wild West Quest for a Cure," will honor cancer patients and their families, including those who have lost their battle with cancer.
While the event will surely be a night to remember, attendees will also have the opportunity to honor and remember those who have battled cancer, the cause for which the night exists. Because of the money raised at the gala, the American Cancer Society is able to provide education to the prevention and detection of cancer, patient care services and support programs, and research to find a cure to cancer. Tickets for this extravaganza start at $300 for a pair with three levels available to choose from as well as VIP tickets. Call your Springfield American Cancer Society at 417-881-4668 for more information or visit cattlebaronsballswmo.org.
The Cattle Baron’s Ball will begin with a VIP Oil Baron pre-party at 5:30 p.m on August 21, 2010 followed by the gala itself from 6:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the William H. Darr Agricultural Center. Guests will be dressed in wild west chic attire setting the mood for the evening. A gourmet dinner is lined up to represent a western theme as well. VIP Oil Baron guests will be served appetizers by Jeffrey Starr, culinary director and executive chef for Trinchero Family Estates and judge on The Food Network Challenge series. Dinner at this year’s Gala features gourmet cuisine prepared by Fire & Ice Restaurant, Outback Steak & Oyster Bar and Avanzare Italian Dining. The Cattle Baron’s Ball menu includes Black Angus Certified Choice Beef called Midwest Reserve, provided by Price Cutter. Guests also get to enjoy a variety of gourmet cakes and sweets provided by Price Cutter Bakery.
Contact the American Cancer Society any time at cancer.org or 800.227.2345.
Cancer Patients and Families Honored with Special Night at Hammons Field
The Junior Cattle Baron’s BallBoots and Baseball party honored local children that have battled cancer and their families. Guests received a VIP experience at Hammons Field thanks to the Springfield Cardinals and the American Cancer Society as guests met with Springfield Cardinals mascots Louie and Fetch, Springfield Cardinals players and DJ Fotsch of Power 96.5. Special activities also included:face painting, a commemorative art project with artist Susan SommerLuarca, a pre-game parade, and inflatable games and a viewing of the game from a Springfield Cardinals suite thanks to our corporate partners including Wil Fischer Companies, Great Southern Bank, American Dehydrated Foods, Inc., and Lowther Johnson Attorneys at Law.
In honor of this year’s wild west theme live country western entertainers will perform featuring Justin David. David, an Ozark native, began playing the mandolin at the age of four and eventually competed to become a top five finalist in Nashville star. He has also performed alongside Roy Clark on tour in Branson. Recently he released his second album titled “Chapters”. This Ozark born artist will follow Jason Yeager’s performance. Yeager also performed in Branson for the award winning County Tonite show and Shoji Tabuchi. Other familiar faces will include this year’s emcees: Sherry Farmer, KTTS FM and Kevin Lighty, KSPR 33.
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