4 More Days!

Dear Team,

 

Only 4 days until Race Day!

 

What To Wear – Please wear your team t-shirt.  If you do not have a team t-shirt, please wear either a previous year’s t-shirt or your 2013 Komen t-shirt.  The race bib goes on the front of your shirt.

 

Registering – It is not too late to register for the team.  If you know anyone else who would like to join us, please send them this link:  http://northtexas.info-komen.org/goto/planocure-sader2013.  We currently have 20 members and there is always room for more!

 

Chip Timing – Chip timing will be available for $5. If you would like to compete for an award, you must have a chip.  If you preregistered for one, it should come in your packet.  Runners competing for awards should enter the start corral by 7:45 AM.  Timed runners must be registered by 7:45 AM on race morning.

 

Carpooling/Caravanning – We will meet at the Tom Muehlenbeck Center between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day.  The street address is 5801 West Parker Road, Plano, TX, 75093.  Please park in the 3^rd row.  We will carpool/caravan to the Red Parking Garage on Tennyson Parkway.  The line of traffic is always long!  All roads in the area will close at 7:15 AM.  Attached is a map of the course and parking.  If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area.  There are flags from different countries there.  We will meet by the crane that will take the team pictures.  We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken.  After that, you are on your own to run or walk the race course!

 

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information.  If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites.  There is a blog:  http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com.  There is also a Facebook Page:  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018?v=box_3&ref=ts#!/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018. 

T-shirts & Packet Mailing

Yesterday was the deadline for packet mailing. I will not be able to pick your packet this year because it is too close to my due date. You can get it on Race Day or go to SMU in Plano on the following dates...
June 5th 11 AM – 7 PM
June 6th 11 AM – 7 PM
June 7th 11 AM – 7 PM
June 8th 9AM – 2 PM
Also, if you would like a Team T-shirt, I would like to order them ASAP. Please email me your size and interoffice me your money to the Tom Muehlenbeck Center. Shirts are $7 each.
Don’t forget to become a Plano Cure-saders Fan on Facebook. The link is http://www.facebook.com/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018#!/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018?sk=wall. You can get all our updates there. Or you can visit our blog at http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com/. I also have a Pink Warrior Pinterest board at http://pinterest.com/saratrp/pink-warrior/.
I will soon be out on FMLA. When I am gone I am leaving the team to Amy Fortenberry, Director of Parks and Recreation. Her email is amyf@plano.gov. If you do not get a timely response from me on any questions, please email her.
Thanks!

Tomorrow is Race Day

Tomorrow is the big day!

Here are some updates on our upcoming race:

What To Wear – Please wear your team t-shirt. If you do have not a 2011 t-shirt, please wear either your last year’s t-shirt or your 2011 Komen t-shirt. The race bib goes on the front of your shirt.

Registering – It is not too late to register for the team. If you know anyone else who would like to join us, please send them this link: http://northtexas.info-komen.org/goto/planocure-saders2011. We currently have 25 members and there is always room for more! There is a discount running right now for $5 off. Enter the code BETTERLATE.

Chip Timing – Chip timing will be available for $5. If you would like to compete for an award, you must have a chip. If you preregistered for one, it should come in your packet. Runners competing for awards should enter the start corral by 7:45 AM. Timed runners must be registered by 7:45 AM on race morning.

Carpooling/Caravanning – Since Carpenter Park Recreation Center (our usual meeting place) is under construction, this year we will meet at the Tom Muehlenbeck Center parking lot. We will meet in the 3rd row of the parking lot (closest to Renner Middle School) between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day. The street address is 5801 W. Parker Road, Plano, TX, 75093. We will carpool/caravan to the Red Parking Garage on Tennyson Parkway. The line of traffic is always long! All roads in the area will close at 7:15 AM. Attached is a map of the course and parking. If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area. There are flags from different countries there. On the flagpoles are letters. We will meet by the one with the P on it. We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken. After that, you are on your own to run, walk, or wheel the race course!

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com/. There is also a Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018?v=box_3&ref=ts#!/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018.

See you soon!

Team T-shirt Update & New Carpool Location

Here are some updates on our upcoming race:

Team T-shirts – I ordered the t-shirts on Monday. I will be able to pick them up on Tuesday. There are a few options for how I can get them to you. I can interoffice mail them or you can pick them up at the Tom Muehlenbeck Center. Please let me know how you would like them delivered.

What To Wear – Please wear your team t-shirt. If you do have not a team t-shirt, please wear either your last year’s team t-shirt or your 2011 Komen t-shirt. The race bib goes on the front of your shirt.

Registering – It is not too late to register for the team. If you know anyone else who would like to join us, please send them this link: http://northtexas.info-komen.org/goto/planocure-saders2011. We currently have 22 members and there is always room for more!

Chip Timing – Chip timing will be available for $5. If you would like to compete for an award, you must have a chip. If you preregistered for one, it should come in your packet. Runners competing for awards should enter the start corral by 7:45 AM. Timed runners must be registered by 7:45 AM on race morning.

Carpooling/Caravanning – Since Carpenter Park Recreation Center (our usual meeting place) is under construction, this year we will meet at the Tom Muehlenbeck Center parking lot. We will meet in the 3rd row of the parking lot (closest to Renner Middle School) between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day. The street address is 5801 W. Parker Road, Plano, TX, 75093. We will carpool/caravan to the Red Parking Garage on Tennyson Parkway. The line of traffic is always long! All roads in the area will close at 7:15 AM. Attached is a map of the course and parking. If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area. There are flags from different countries there. On the flagpoles are letters. We will meet by the one with the P on it. We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken. After that, you are on your own to run, walk, or wheel the race course!

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com/. There is also a Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018?v=box_3&ref=ts#!/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018.

See you soon!

Course Map

See You Tomorrow!

Tomorrow is the big day!  Here are some reminders.

Carpool/Caravan – We will meet at Carpenter Park Recreation Center between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day. Please park behind the building in the west parking lot by the baseball fields. We will carpool/caravan to the Red Parking Garage on Tennyson Parkway. The line of traffic is always long! All roads in the area will close at 7:30 AM. Attached is a map of the course and parking. If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area. There are flags from different countries there. On the flagpoles are letters. We will meet by the one with the P on it. We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken. After that, you are on your own to run, walk, or wheel the race course!

What To Wear – Please wear your team t-shirt. If you do have not a 2010 t-shirt, please wear either your last year’s t-shirt or your 2010 Komen t-shirt. The race bib goes on the front of your shirt.

I Know Someone Who Still Wants On The Team – Tell them to sign up on race day! There will be a registration booth there. The catch is, I cannot get them a team t-shirt.
Chip Timing – Chip timing will be available for $5. If you would like to compete for an award, you must have a chip. If you preregistered for one, it should come in your packet. Runners competing for awards should enter the start corral by 7:45 AM. Timed runners must be registered by 7:45 AM on race morning.

Fundraising – Our fundraising goal is $2,000. Fundraising is optional, but encouraged. You can collect donations online by sending an email from the site. You can also send Thank You Cards. You can also get cash and check donations. If you need a paper form for fundraising, please let me know. There are prizes for those who raise $250 or more. For more information on the Friends For The Cure, please click here: Friends for the Cure

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: Plano Cure-saders' Blog. There is also a Facebook Page.

Team T-shirts Are In!

Hello! Team t-shirts have been delivered to MCS. Please pick them up as soon as you can. Your Susan G. Komen packet should have been sent to you in the mail. I personally have not received mine yet. Please contact me if you have not received yours so I can see what I can do about that. Thanks!

Reminders
Carpool/Caravan – We will meet at Carpenter Park Recreation Center between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day. Please park behind the building in the west parking lot by the baseball fields. We will carpool/caravan to the Red Parking Garage on Tennyson Parkway. The line of traffic is always long! All roads in the area will close at 7:30 AM. Attached is a map of the course and parking. If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area. There are flags from different countries there. On the flagpoles are letters. We will meet by the one with the P on it. We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken. After that, you are on your own to run, walk, or wheel the race course!

What To Wear – Please wear your team t-shirt. If you do have not a 2010 t-shirt, please wear either your last year’s t-shirt or your 2010 Komen t-shirt. The race bib goes on the front of your shirt.

I Know Someone Who Still Wants On The Team – Tell them to sign up on race day! There will be a registration booth there. The catch is, I cannot get them a team t-shirt.

Chip Timing – Chip timing will be available for $5. If you would like to compete for an award, you must have a chip. If you preregistered for one, it should come in your packet. Runners competing for awards should enter the start corral by 7:45 AM. Timed runners must be registered by 7:45 AM on race morning.

Fundraising – Our fundraising goal is $2,000. Fundraising is optional, but encouraged. You can collect donations online by sending an email from the site. You can also send Thank You Cards. You can also get cash and check donations. If you need a paper form for fundraising, please let me know. There are prizes for those who raise $250 or more. For more information on the Friends For The Cure, please click here: http://komennorthtexas.org/affiliate_raceInfo_friends.html

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com/. There is also a Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018?v=box_3&ref=ts#!/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018.











Sara J. Farris



Recreation Coordinator



Tom Muehlenbeck Center



Phone - 972-769-4410



Fax - 972-769-4403

8 Days Until The Main Event!

Hello! I am back from the funeral of my 80 year old grandma who was once a breast cancer survivor. I am happy to be honoring her at our Race For The Cure in 8 days. Sorry for the lack of communication this year. I switched jobs in March and haven’t been able to give our team the attention it deserves. Hopefully, I can start answering some of your questions.

Team T-shirts – Team shirts have been ordered. I will be picking them up on Wednesday. I will be interoffice mailing them this year. If you don’t work for the City of Plano anymore, please email me where and when we could meet on Wednesday, 6/9.

Carpool/Caravan – We will meet at Carpenter Park Recreation Center between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day. Please park behind the building in the west parking lot by the baseball fields. We will carpool/caravan to the Red Parking Garage on Tennyson Parkway. The line of traffic is always long! All roads in the area will close at 7:30 AM. Attached is a map of the course and parking. If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area. There are flags from different countries there. On the flagpoles are letters. We will meet by the one with the P on it. We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken. After that, you are on your own to run, walk, or wheel the race course!

What To Wear – Please wear your team t-shirt. If you do have not a 2010 t-shirt, please wear either your last year’s t-shirt or your 2010 Komen t-shirt. The race bib goes on the front of your shirt.

I Know Someone Who Still Wants On The Team – Tell them to sign up on race day! There will be a registration booth there. The catch is, I cannot get them a team t-shirt.

Chip Timing – Chip timing will be available for $5. If you would like to compete for an award, you must have a chip. If you preregistered for one, it should come in your packet. Runners competing for awards should enter the start corral by 7:45 AM. Timed runners must be registered by 7:45 AM on race morning.

Fundraising – Our fundraising goal is $2,000. Fundraising is optional, but encouraged. You can collect donations online by sending an email from the site. You can also send Thank You Cards. You can also get cash and check donations. If you need a paper form for fundraising, please let me know. There are prizes for those who raise $250 or more. For more information on the Friends For The Cure, please click here: http://komennorthtexas.org/affiliate_raceInfo_friends.html

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com/. There is also a Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018?v=box_3&ref=ts#!/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018.

18 Days Left!!

There is only 18 days left to register on the Plano Cure-saders team! The registration website is http://race.komennorthtexas.org/site/UserLogin. Remember to search for the Plano Cure-saders. The registration fee is $30 this year. This year’s race is on Saturday, June 12th at 8 AM. It will be held at The Plano Campuses of HP and The Campus at Legacy, which is located on Legacy at Parkwood Drive, east of the North Dallas Tollway. This is the same location as last year, except EDS has moved its headquarters.

The Team t-shirt design is in the works. If anyone has any suggestions, they would be gladly appreciated. Team T-shirts are $7 each and you can interoffice mail the money to me at the Tom Muehlenbeck Center by 5/28/10.

Don’t forget to become a Plano Cure-saders Fan on Facebook. The link is http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=23925887&v=wall&story_fbid=794817173090#!/pages/Plano-Cure-saders/102153518018. You can get all our updates there.

See you at the race!

Workplace C.A.R.E.S. Committee

Even though we have 11 months until the next Race for the Cure, I wanted to keep you updated on all the goings ons.

Robin Popik, the Volunteer Resources Supervisor, has asked me to join the Workplace C.A.R.E.S. Committee. This committee's mission is to identify community needs and encourage city employees to join in service projects. it's am employee driven program that targets real community needs. This is a great opportunity for our team! Hopefully, we will be able to market the team to more employees and raise more funds for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

For more information on Workplace C.A.R.E.S. and Volunteers is Plano (VIP) visit www.volunteersinplano.org.

Become A Fan!

Check out the Plano Cure-saders on Facebook!

Thank You For A Great Race Day

Thank you all for a great Race Day! I know getting our picture taken was a little hairy this year, but I think it will turn out just fine. I will send out another email when it goes online.

Please email me the pictures you took at the Race. The will out them up on the blog. The pictures I took are already on the Facebook group (http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358). They should be on the blog by tomorrow (http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com).

Remember you can continue fundraising until June 30th! Here is the link for that: http://www.komennorthtexas.org/race_pledge.html.

Thanks again! See you next year!

Race Day Reminders

Thanks to everyone who came to the Bling Party last night. Pics are now on the Facebook page and will soon be on the blog.

The big day is tomorrow! Here are some updates that you may have forgotten. See you soon!

Carpool/Caravan – We will meet at Carpenter Park Recreation Center between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day. Please park behind the building in the west parking lot by the baseball fields. We will carpool/caravan to the Red Parking Garage on Tennyson Parkway. The line of traffic is always long! All roads in the area will close at 7:30 AM. In your packets is a map of the course and parking. If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area. We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken. After that, you are on your own to run, walk, or stroll the race course!

What To Wear – Please wear your team t-shirt. We can show everyone our bling. It will be easier to see each other that way. If you do have not a 2009 t-shirt, please wear either your last year’s t-shirt or your 2009 Komen t-shirt. The race bib goes on the front of your shirt.

I Know Someone Who Still Wants On The Team – Tell them to sign up on race day! There will be a registration booth there. The catch is, I cannot get them a team t-shirt.

Chip Timing – Chip timing will be available for $5. If you would like to compete for an award, you must have a chip. If you preregistered for one, it should come in your packet. Runners competing for awards should enter the start corral by 7:45 AM. Timed runners must be registered by 7:45 AM on race morning.

Fundraising – Our fundraising goal is $2,000. Fundraising is optional, but encouraged. You can collect donations online by sending an email from the site. You can also send Thank You Cards. You can also get cash and check donations. If you need a paper form for fundraising, please let me know. There are prizes for those who raise $500 or more. For more information on the Friends For The Cure, please click here: http://www.komennorthtexas.org/race_pledge.html. The top fundraisers for the race get to have lunch with Olympian Nastia Liukin!

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com. A Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358. And a Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358#/event.php?eid=59513998323

Packets

I was surprised to see my race packet in my mailbox yesterday. I am checking with the Komen people to see if everyone is getting their packets mailed to them. The Race Packet includes a Susan G. Komen t-shirt, a race bib, safety pins, timer chip (if applicable) and a timeline and map of the race course.

Mark your calendars for our T-shirt Blinging Party on Thursday, 6/4 from 7 – 9 PM. This is when you can pick up and/or pay for your team t-shirt. Come to Carpenter Park Recreation Center at 6701 Coit Road to customize your team t-shirt. I have some fabric paint, stencils, iron-ons, and sequins. Please bring anything extra you would like to use or anything you would like to share. This will be a great time to meet and greet your team!

Please let me know if you have any questions! Thanks!

Here is some extra info…

I Know Someone Who Still Wants On The Team – Tell them to sign up on Race Day! There will be a registration booth there. The catch is, I will not be able to provide them with a team t-shirt.

Carpool/Caravan – We will meet at Carpenter Park Recreation Center between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day. Please park behind the building in the west parking lot by the baseball fields. We will carpool/caravan to the Legacy Parking Lot on the EDS Campus. The line of traffic is always long! Legacy Drive will close at 7:30 AM. In your packets is a map of the course and parking. If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area. We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken. After that, you are on your own to run, walk, or stroll the race course!

Chip Timing – Chip timing will be available for $5. If you would like to compete for an award, you must have a chip. If you preregistered for one, it should come in your packet. Runners competing for awards should enter the start corral by 7:45 AM. Timed runners must be registered by 7:45 AM on race morning.

Fundraising – Our fundraising goal is $2,000. Fundraising is optional, but encouraged. You can collect donations online by sending an email from the site. You can also send Thank You Cards. You can also get cash and check donations. If you need a paper form for fundraising, please let me know. There are prizes for those who raise $500 or more. For more information on the Friends For The Cure, please click here: http://www.komennorthtexas.org/race_pledge.html. The top fundraisers for the race get to have lunch with Olympian Nastia Liukin!

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com. A Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358. And a Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358#/event.php?eid=59513998323

We Are Family!

Bonjour Team!

There is only 1 week left of online registration!

We are now up to 26 people. Though in past years we have had many children on the team, this year we have only 1. Breast cancer in children is extremely rare; however there have been some cases reported. One case was in a girl as young as 6! Please encourage your children to be proactive with their health. Make exercising a family affair. Walking or running in the Race for the Cure as a family will help them realize exercise can be fun!

Here are your regular reminders…

Carpool/Caravan – We will meet at Carpenter Park Recreation Center between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day. Please park behind the building in the west parking lot by the baseball fields. We will carpool/caravan to the Legacy Parking Lot on the EDS Campus. The line of traffic is always long! Legacy Drive will close at 7:30 AM. In your packets is a map of the course and parking. If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area. It will be highlighted on your map. We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken. After that, you are on your own to run, walk, or stroll the race course!

Registering – Online registration runs until May 19th. Please forward this link to anyone who is interested: http://race.komennorthtexas.org/goto/planocure-saders2009. There is a discounted entry fee of $25 for those who register with a team. We want all of your coworkers, family members, and friends! I have a paper registration form for those who do not wish to pay with a credit card.

Team T-shirts – Please interoffice mail me $6 for your team t-shirts. You can also bring it by Carpenter Park Recreation Center. If you require a size XXL, the price is $8, XXXL are $9. This year the t-shirts will be chocolate brown with hot pink writing.

Packet Pickup/T-shirt Blinging Party – Packet pickup will be Thursday, June 4th. You can pick them up between 7 – 9 PM at Carpenter Park Recreation Center at 6701 Coit Road. At that time, we will have fabric paint and other materials available for you to “bling” out the back of your team t-shirt. You could dedicate it someone you love, freehand a fancy design, or keep it simple with stencils. Anything to make it your own! This is also a great time to get together with your teammates.

Fundraising – Our fundraising goal is $2,000. Fundraising is optional, but encouraged. You can collect donations online by sending an email from the site. You can also send Thank You Cards. You can also get cash and check donations. If you need a paper form for fundraising, please let me know. For more information on the Friends For The Cure, please click here: http://www.komennorthtexas.org/race_pledge.html. The top fundraisers for the race get to have lunch with Olympian Nastia Liukin!

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com. A Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358. And a Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358#/event.php?eid=59513998323

RFTC & Nastia Liukin too!

Hello Team!

We are slowly approaching our registration deadline. May 19th will be the last day. Please encourage all your friends, family, and coworkers to join us. You can use local Olympian Nastia Liukin as a selling point. She will be the Honorary Chairperson. The top fundraisers get to have lunch with her.

Looking for some extra bling for your t-shirt? Try the Pink Boutique located in the Border’s Bookstore in Allen. It is located on 75 and Bethany in the new Watters Creek shopping center. An added bonus, this weekend there is also an art how there. Online Susan G. Komen shopping is always available at http://www.komennorthtexaspinkboutique.org/.

Here is the usual information with a few new topics thrown in. See you soon!

Carpool/Caravan – We will meet at Carpenter Park Recreation Center between 6:30 – 6:45 AM on race day. Please park behind the building in the west parking lot by the baseball fields. We will carpool/caravan to the Legacy Parking Lot on the EDS Campus. The line of traffic is always long! Legacy Drive will close at 7:30 AM. In your packets is a map of the course and parking. If we get separated or you can’t meet us for any reason, we will reconvene at the team photo area. It will be highlighted on your map. We will meet there at 7:30 AM to get the picture taken. After that, you are on your own to run, walk, or stroll the race course!

Registering – Online registration runs until May 19th. Please forward this link to anyone who is interested: http://race.komennorthtexas.org/goto/planocure-saders2009. There is a discounted entry fee of $25 for those who register with a team. We want all of your coworkers, family members, and friends! I have a paper registration form for those who do not wish to pay with a credit card.

Team T-shirts – Please interoffice mail me $6 for your team t-shirts. You can also bring it by Carpenter Park Recreation Center. If you require a size XXL, the price is $8, XXXL are $9. This year the t-shirts will be chocolate brown with hot pink writing.

Packet Pickup/T-shirt Blinging Party – Packet pickup will be Thursday, June 4th. You can pick them up between 7 – 9 PM at Carpenter Park Recreation Center at 6701 Coit Road. At that time, we will have fabric paint and other materials available for you to “bling” out the back of your team t-shirt. You could dedicate it someone you love, freehand a fancy design, or keep it simple with stencils. Anything to make it your own! This is also a great time to get together with your teammates.

Fundraising – Our fundraising goal is $2,000. Fundraising is optional, but encouraged. You can collect donations online by sending an email from the site. You can also send Thank You Cards. You can also get cash and check donations. If you need a paper form for fundraising, please let me know. For more information on the Friends For The Cure, please click here: http://www.komennorthtexas.org/race_pledge.html. The top fundraisers for the race get to have lunch with Olympian Nastia Liukin!

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com/. A Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358. And a Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358#/event.php?eid=59513998323

Cure-saders Tidbits

Howdy Team!

Thank you all again for registering for the City of Plano Cure-saders team. We are now 21 members strong! The team is made up of people from Parks & Recreation, Legal, the Libraries, Customer & Utilities Services, & Human Resources. I am glad we could all come together for a common cause.

I would also like give a special thank you to all the men on our team. In 2005, over 1,750 mean developed breast cancer and over 350 died from it. In men, breast cancer can happen at any age, but is most common in men who are between 60 and 70 years old. Male breast cancer is not very common. For every 100 cases of breast cancer, less than 1 is in men. You know what they say; REAL men wear pink.

Here a just a few reminders about the upcoming race…

Registering – Online registration runs until May 19th. Please forward this link to anyone who is interested: http://race.komennorthtexas.org/goto/planocure-saders2009. There is a discounted entry fee of $25 for those who register with a team. We want all of your coworkers, family members, and friends! I have a paper registration form for those who do not wish to pay with a credit card.

Team T-shirts – Please interoffice mail me $6 for your team t-shirts. You can also bring it by Carpenter Park Recreation Center. If you require a size XXL, the price is $8, XXXL are $9. This year the t-shirts will be chocolate brown with hot pink writing.

Packet Pickup/T-shirt Blinging Party – Packet pickup will be Thursday, June 4th. You can pick them up between 7 – 9 PM at Carpenter Park Recreation Center at 6701 Coit Road. At that time, we will have fabric paint and other materials available for you to “bling” out the back of your team t-shirt. You could dedicate it someone you love, freehand a fancy design, or keep it simple with stencils. Anything to make it your own! This is also a great time to get together with your teammates.

Fundraising – Our fundraising goal is $2,000. Fundraising is optional, but encouraged. You can collect donations online by sending an email from the site. You can also send Thank You Cards. You can also get cash and check donations. If you need a paper form for fundraising, please let me know. For more information on the Friends For The Cure, please click here: http://www.komennorthtexas.org/race_pledge.html.

Plano Cure-sader Info Sites – I have created many different spots where people can get Plano Cure-saders information. If anyone asks you for online information, you can refer them to any of these sites. There is a blog: http://planocure-saders.blogspot.com/. A Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358. And a Facebook Event: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=71031167358#/event.php?eid=59513998323