Gettin' Ready for Number 9!

Roll & Stroll volunteers are gearing up for May of 2014 to continue building on the successes we've discovered over the first eight years!    In order to do that, we'd love your help!

The Roll & Stroll (Walk to Cure Diabetes) is JDRF's signature event.  We are a massive community in action.  The Walk is not all about walking, it is about sharing, celebrating, and most of all, Making a Difference!   

The 2013 Roll & Stoll raised a record breaking $113,000!    With your Help we know we can keep the momentum going.

• What:  JDRF Roll & Stroll Kick-off
• When:  Tuesday Sept 24th from 6-7pm (drinks and light appetizers will be served).
• Where:  Wicked Moose Bar & Grill - 1201 Eastgate Dr SE, Rochester. 

Please come and join us, as you'll meet some people and learn about numerous Roll & Stroll volunteer opportunities for the 2014 event.   To RSVP or for more information, contact Kara at kfischer@jdrf.org  or call 952 851 0770. 

... and the sun shined! $104,000 worth of shining!

Thanks everyone for coming, contributing, supporting the 2013 Roll & Stroll for JDRF!   With your help, we are able to raise over $104,000!   That is simply amazing.

Nice work everyone!  

We'll see you May 18th, 2014!    -- in the meantime, if you'd like to get involved in the planning or if you have suggestions to share, please email rollandstroll@hotmail.com

Thanks again.. and WOW!  Fantastic! 

If you have any pictures you'd like to see shared on this blog.. please email them to rollandstroll@hotmail.com    Thank you!

Rain or Shine!

Well, for 7 years we've been dodging the testy weather, let's hope we can do it again! 

We plan to hold the event Rain or Shine...  Currently the worst of the weather appears forecast for late afternoon... if it remains that way, we may tighten up the agenda, and shorten the walk distance. 

Please plan to come and be part of this great fundraising event Rain or Shine!

Below is the current plan, agenda-wise.. again, note, if weather dictates, these times could tighten up. 

Roll & Stroll Agenda

12:00 - 12:50 p.m.  

• Registration & Picnic Lunch
• Silent Auction Opens / Games Open

12:50 p.m.                             

• DJ’s gather participants

 1:00 p.m.                               

• Welcome & Celebrity Chairs Introduction
• Alan Reed and Robin Wolfram
• National Anthem 

1:15 p.m.                               

• Walk, run, or ride for JDRF
• Relax and Socialize
• Light Snack Provided

 

2:30 p.m.                               

Games Close

2:45 p.m.                               

Silent Auction Closes

Start announcing door prizes

3:15 (ish) p.m.                      

Start announcing silent auction winners

 

4pm:  Wrap up... and save the date:

2014 Roll & Stroll, Sunday, May 18, 2014

Here we go!

The 8th Annual Roll & Stroll is upon us!

Lots of great additions this season... amongst the greatest of which is 27 new teams!  TWENTY-SEVEN!    Wow!  

Additionally, Hy-Vee is on board catering a picnic lunch of hotdogs and chips.... be sure to hit registration before heading to the food truck.   We're also taking less chances with the wonderful weather we've had in the past... this year we'll have tent to tuck under, just in case!  

You may have already seen this PSA... but check it out, as Robin Wolfram and Alan Reed will be with us... which means, FUN!

Lots of Updates!

Things just keep moving in the planning arena as our May 19th Roll & Stroll for JDRF approaches!

The Bears Den Panckake Feed was a big hit... we raised $1394 for JDRF!   Many thanks to everyone who was able to attend, wished us well, volunteered or otherwise made a contribution!   This was the 4th year the Den hosted the event... We are so very grateful for their support! 

Enjoying pancakes and friends!

The Next Mom's Night out is right around the corner!   They'll be meeting at Mr. Pizza North on March 19th at 7pm for a great time!   This is a great chance to meet others and have a fun evening!  If you're interested in attending, or have any questions, please contact Jodi at jstt4th@aol.com or call her at (H) 507-289-2788, (C) 507-993-2571

Scarppin' for a Cure is also coming right up!   Kim has been running this event for several years now, and they always have a blast!  The event is an all day / night type of event... Starting April 20th at 8am.. and scrappin' up (haha.. I'm funny, wrappin' up) at 3am on April 21st!    You're generous donation of just $55 get's you the following!


INCLUDES:

• 18 hours of scrapbooking/card making/crafting FUN!

• Three meals/pop/water/coffee!

• Chance to win LOTS of door prizes

• Silent Auction (All money to JDRF!) – closes at Midnight.

• Make & Takes (Proceeds to JDRF!)

Registration Deadline:
March 30, 2013
Hurry!!
Space is limited!!
Lanesboro Community Hall
202 Parkway Avenue, N
Lanesboro, Minnesota


If you'd like more information, or would like to sign up.  Please contact Kim at khalvorson@ssd.k12.mn.us 

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Of course, then comes Roll & Stroll for JDRF on May 19th from 1-4pm !   We're back at Soldiers Field for a great walk, run, bike ride.. whatever you like.  Lots of games, prizes and a silent auction!   -- Don't forget the DJ! Alan Reed is back behind the mic!  

Mom's, Walk & Pancakes! - What a combo!

* If you'd like to register for Roll & Stroll... or simply make a donation.. please visit  http://www2.jdrf.org/site/TR/Walk-MN/Chapter-MinnDakotas4316?fr_id=2142&pg=entry   If you have any questions about how to use the site, feel free to drop Tom an email at rollandstroll@hotmail.com

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Please join us on Thursday, February 21st, for our next Mom's Night Out!

Rochester Area Mom's Night Out
Thursday, February 21 at 7:00 p.m.
CARLOS O'KELLY'S MEXICAN CAFE
4825 Hwy 52 N, Rochester

Please call or send RSVP to Jody Morbeck

(H) 507-289-2788, (C) 507-993-2571, (email) Jstt4th@aol.com

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The Walk to Cure Diabetes is coming up in just one week!  Make the trek to the Mall of America and support the effort... it's an amazing opportunity to make an impact!   Feb 23rd at Mall of America - and it's not too late to register, just visit  www.walk.jdrf.org  

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Pancake Feed!

All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Feed at the
Bears Den in Byron, MN - You'll also meet a
Princess Kay of the Milky Way finalist!

Saturday March 2nd from 7:30-10:30am.
Come enjoy breakfast and good company...
all while helping to fund research to find a cure for
Type-1 Diabetes


Cost is $7 per person
Family rate of $25
Ages 5 and under are free

Proceeds benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
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Excited to Announce!

Come join us at the March 2nd Pancake Feed for JDRF at the Bears Den in Byron.... along with great food you'll have a chance to meet Laura Mesenburg... Princess Kay of the Milky Way finalist! 

Laura is awesome in our Southeast Minnesota community, and we're very happy she is coming to support our event!  She'll even have her ButterHead with her!  What's a Butterhead?  Tradition of course, all finalist have their likeness carved from butter! 

The picture below captures the butter head carving.... and below that is Laura getting ready for the Byron Good Neighbor Days parade.

 Bring your kids... and meet the princess!

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Come join us in planning the 2013 Roll & Stroll!    Our next planning meeting is scheduled for Feb 6th at the Public Health building in Rochester.  We start at 5:15pm, but if you can't be there quite that early, just come as soon as you can!  All are welcome!

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Oh.. and more fun.. don't forget the next Mom's Night out is February 21st!   This is an evening intended for Mom's with Children with Type-1, and adults who have Type-1 themselves, to get together and enjoy the camaraderie.  Check out the details below...

• Rochester Area Mom's Night Out
  Thursday, February 21 at 7:00 p.m.
  CARLOS O'KELLY'S MEXICAN CAFE
  4825 Hwy 52 N, Rochester

Please call or send RSVP to Jody Morbeck
(H) 507-289-2788, (C) 507-993-2571, (email) Jstt4th@aol.com

Improvements!

The Roll & Stroll planning committee is hard at work making sure the May 19th event is even better then years past!  You'll see some improvements in the area the prize give-aways... additionally, we'll add tents and tables this year!

There are a lot of ways to get involved prior to Roll & Stroll as well. 

Tuesday, January 22 - Mom's Night Out!   An excellent chance for area Mom's to meet in a fun environment.   If you can't make it on Jan 22nd, keep the following dates in mind.... Feb 21st, March 19th & April 19th are all dates for future Mom's Night Out.

• Jan 22nd 7:00 P.M. 
• OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT , 380 17th Ave NW, Rochester 
• Please send RSVP to Jody Morbeck  Jstt4th@aol.com

March 2nd - Come for an All You Can Eat Pancake Feast at the Bears Den in Byron.  All proceeds will benefit the Roll & Stroll for JDRF.  It's a great way to meet people and helps raise some dollars for the cause... Bring the whole family! 

March 24th - Join us at Bounce World in Rochester as JDRF provides an update on research, and provides fundraising tips. Bring the whole family!  If you'd like to bounce after the food and presentation, you can do so unlimited for just $5.50.  

• 12:00 – 12:30 PM:  Pizza and pop
• 12:30 – 1:30 PM:  JDRF Presentation
• 1:30 – 8:00 PM:  Unlimited bouncing for anyone who is interested. 

NOW OPEN!

The May 19th Roll & Stroll is approaching and registration is Now Open!  You can register as an individual walker, register a new team or re-create a previous team... easy!   Just follow this JDRF link to find the Roll & Stroll for JDRF!

http://www2.jdrf.org/site/TR/Walk-MN/Chapter-MinnDakotas4316?fr_id=2142&pg=entry

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January 22nd is the next Mom’s Night Out!  This gathering is geared towards moms of children with type 1 diabetes. Nights out are scheduled at area restaurants and intended to be an opportunity for moms to get out for a fun evening of camaraderie and support.

•  Jan 22nd - 7pm
• Olive Garden, Rochester MN
• Please call or email Jody Morbeck with your RSVP.  She can be reached at 507-289-2788 or Jstt4th@aol.com

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More news to come regarding our sponsors, both returning and new!  Additionally, check back for information on some upcoming events, including a Pancake Breakfast, a Scrappin' party, and a totally fun afternoon at Bounce World! 

A New Sponsor!

Roll & Stroll is excited to announce we've received a new sponsor in BCF Technology USA.  

BCF team members found a way to get some exercise while raising funds for Charities.  The more they exercised the more they were able to contribute!   Very good idea!  The picture below shows Sara and Shelly (both far right) receiving the check at the BCF Office.  Another planning committee member, Wendy, is not pictured but taking the photo.

Thanks BCF and welcome aboard!

Planning Underway!

Join us, at the 8th Annual Roll & Stroll to be held May 19, 2013!      We continue to strive to make sure the event is fun for everyone!  If you have ideas, or suggestions for the 2013 event, please send them to rollandstroll@hotmail.com

Last years event raised over $70,000 !!!   We would love to keep building on that success, and move a step closer to finding a cure for Type-1 Diabetes!    Additionally, if you'd like to learn how to participate in the 2013 Roll & Stroll or how to become a corporate sponsor, please send an email to rollandstroll@hotmail.com 

Feel free to stop in to our Planning Committee Meeting to see how things are coming along, and to consider if you might be interested in joining the committee.   Our next meeting is Monday, Nov 26 at 5:15pm.at Olmsted Public Health Building at 2100 Campus Drive SE.   Come to the front entrance, and follow the Roll & Stroll signs.  


Below are a couple of pictures from the 2012 event, courtesy of Matt Farmer and family.

Games for fun.. and a chance to win prizes!

Each pre-registered Team is recognized along the course!

Always Amazing!

Hey Everyone!  It was a little misty from time to time, with a slight wind chill... yet that didn't deter you from being amazing!   We are still awaiting a count on 'total dollars raised' but one thing we know for sure, it was fantastic!

We're building a slideshow with pictures, so if you have some you'd like to share, please send them to rollandstroll@hotmail.com  

For now, here are a few shots of the day... we have many more pictures to share, so that slide show is in the works!  

Thanks for all you do!

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Great Support!

Thanks so much to all the volunteers, and people in attendance at the Pancake Feed this morning!   Thanks to your support.. we just raised over $1200!   Very sweet!  

Below are some pics from this morning... what fun!

Don't forget to join us on May 20th at Roll & Stroll at Soldiers Field in Rochester!  

Lots 'O Stuff Going On!

The May 20th Roll & Stroll is fast approaching! Below is a link to create or join a walk team. You can also donate to a walker at this link. Check it out!

http://www2.jdrf.org/site/TR/Walk-MN/Chapter-MinnDakotas4316?fr_id=1666&pg=entry

The next Mom's Night Out is just around the corner... check out the details below.

• Rochester Area Mom's Night Out
• Thursday, April 19 at 7:00 p.m.
• CARLOS O'KELLY'S MEXICAN CAFE
• 4825 Hwy 52 N, Rochester
• Please call or email Jody Morbeck with your RSVP
• 507-289-2788 or Jstt4th@aol.com
• This group is a Mom’s Night Out, for moms of children with type 1 diabetes. Nights out are scheduled at area restaurants and intended to be an opportunity for moms to get out for a fun evening of camaraderie and support.

3rd Annual All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Feed for JDRF Type-1 at the Bears Den in Byron. Join us Saturday April 28th to help us get a step closer to finding a cure! We are very thankful to the Bears Den for their support (they are typically open for breakfast... but each year they agree to support our fundraiser! That's Awesome!

• Pancake Feed for JDRF Type-1
• Bears Den, 845 High Point Dr NE in Byron
• April 28th - 7:30-10:30am
• Cost - $7 per person / Family max of $25

Research Update! Laser Tag! .. and more!

The May 20th Roll & Stroll at Soldiers Field is drawing near.... but in the meantime....

Come join us at the House of Bounce on March 25th for an exciting update on Type-1 Research. The information is priceless, and it's followed with Pizza & Pop... and unlimited use of laser tag, monkey bounce, games and slides!

The House of Bounce is our host on Sunday March 25th from 12:15-5pm! Space is limited so please RSVP to Kara at kfischer@jdrf.org by March 21st to save your spot!

House of Bounce is located at 6301 Bandel RD NW in Rochester.

Mark your calendars for a few other events fast approaching...

See details below

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It's time for another Mom's Night Out! Tuesday March 20th 7pm, the mom's are meeting at the Olive Garden in Rochester. It's great chance to meet others who are connected to and impacted by Type-1 diabetes... what a great network to have the opportunity to join!

Please call or send RSVP to Jody Morbeck
(H) 507-289-2788, (C) 507-993-2571

(email) Jstt4th@aol.com

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Scrappin' For a Cure is set for April 14th...9:00 am Sat. until 9 am Sunday! - at the Lanesboro Community Center. Food, Door prizes, Silent Auction - Contact Kim atjshalvor@acegroup.cc or 507-421-7174 for more details and to register. This has been a successful event over the past years, and many are looking forward to scrappin' again!

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3rd Annual All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Feed for JDRF at the Bears Den in Byron. Join us Saturday April 28th to help us get a step closer to finding a cure!

• Pancake Feed for JDRF Type-1
• Bears Den, 845 High Point Dr NE in Byron
• April 28th - 7:30-10:30am
• Cost - $7 per person / Family max of $25

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May 20th - 7th Annual Roll & Stroll! Join us at Soldiers Field in Rochester, MN for another great day of family, friends and fun! Year after year you continue to amaze... we're so looking forward to seeing you all again soon!

The day will once again be filled with music, games, prizes, a silent auction.. and of course, the spirit of a cure! There is no minimum registration fee.. but $100 raised with snag you a fantastic Roll & Stroll t-shirt!

Mom's Night Out - February

Here's a great chance for you mom's to get together.. details below

Rochester Area Mom's Night Out
Thursday, February 16 - 7:00 P.M.
MR. PIZZA NORTH
4040 - 28th St. NW, Rochester
Please call or send RSVP to Jody Morbeck
(H) 507-289-2788, (C) 507-993-2571, (email) Jstt4th@aol.com

This group is a Mom’s Night Out, for moms of children with type 1 diabetes. Nights out are scheduled at area restaurants and intended to be an opportunity for moms to get out for a fun evening of camaraderie and support.

Roll & Stroll! - What's up?

Hey all.. we're getting geared up for another successful Roll & Stroll to be held on May 20th!

There's a lot going on.. check it out below! -- check back, as we'll add details regarding the next area "Mom's Night Out"

• Our next planning meeting is Feb 6th 5:30pm, at the Olmsted Public Health Building, located at 2100 Campus Drive SE, Rochester.
• Scrappin' For a Cure is set for April 14th...9:00 am Sat. until 9 am Sunday! - at the Lanesboro Community Center. Food, Door prizes, Silent Auction - Contact Kim at jshalvor@acegroup.cc or 507-421-7174 for more details and to register. This has been a successful event over the past years, and many are looking forward to scrappin' again!
  
• Pancakes for a Cure-Sake, is set for April 28th from 7;30-10:30am at the Bears Den in Byron. The Den has raised over $2000 for JDRF through the past pancake breakfast events.
  

Mom's Night Out!

Tuesday Jan 17th! Mom’s Night Out, for moms of children with type 1 diabetes. Nights out are scheduled at area restaurants and intended to be an opportunity for moms to get out for a fun evening of camaraderie and support.

This month is scheduled at:

HUHOT in Apache Mall

Please call or send RSVP to Jody Morbeck
(H) 507-289-2788, (C) 507-993-2571, (email) Jstt4th@aol.com

JDRF fundraiser - BEER!

Come join the festivities at the Wicked Moose... it's an Oktoberfest celebration, filled with music and beer tasting. $10 at the door... with proceeds going to JDRF!

• Date: 10/7


• Time: 5:30pm


• What: Taste Seasonal Beers & Enjoy Appetizers

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Also note: Planning is underway for Roll & Sroll 2012. If you'd like to help with the planning, please drop an email to rollandstroll@hotmail.com

Some Updates!

Wow.. we're off to a roaring start as we lead up to the May 15th Roll & Stroll!

Thanks to the following side events... for some great dollars raised!

• Wendy's Restaurant - $98.60


• Famous Dave's BBQ - $438


• Bears Den Pancake Feed - $1000

We're also looking forward to haering the results of Kim's Scrappin' for a Cure!

Watch for some friendly faces talking about Roll & Stroll on the news over the next few weeks.
KAAL is our Media Sponsor, and they are behind us!

• They will run several PSA's with the In Your Neighborhood segment.


• Add Roll & Stroll to the ticker


• Add Roll & Stroll ot a Weekend To-Do's section


• May 12th, live interview with Tom during the 6am news.


• If you visit their website at kaaltv.com you will find a link to DONATE or Join A Team on the right hand side of the website... be at sure to visit!


• Betsy Singer will join us on walk day!


• KAAL has a team walking with us!

KTTC is also pitching in with the following interviews.. very nice coverage

• May 2nd - Vinny will be spreading the word on the 5pm News


• May 7th & 8th - Emma will be speaking of Roll & Stroll on Around Town


• May 9th - Shelly will be joining the noon News.. sharing our story.

Check back later this week to learn more about this years Team Spirit Award! Looking forward to seeing you all!

Lots of things coming up!

Hey all.. Roll & Stroll is on track for May 15th... but in the meantime, there are many ways you can connect!

Roll & Stroll Committee Meeting is Monday, April 4, 2011 at 5:30 pm in the Public Health Building, Rochester. Thank you Wendy for making the room arrangements.

Wendy's Night: April 7, 2011 --- 5:30 - 7:30 pm --- 55th Street, NW Rochester.

Mom's Night Out: April 14, 2011 Famous Dave's -- NW Rochester start: 7 PM

Bear's Den All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Feed: April 16, 2011 --- Byron --- 7:30am-10:30am

Scrappin for A Cure: April 16, 2011 ---- Lanesboro --- start time: 9:00 am - 3:00am

T-Shirt Design Contest!

Back by popular demand.... the Roll & Stroll T-shirt design contest! The winning design will receive a fantastic prize, along with seeing others wear their artwork! Start thinking of designs now!

Details about the contest will be coming soon... Looking forward to seeing you all again!

More stuff!

While the planning for Roll & Stroll is well underway,we wanted to let you know of other Fundraisers coming in support of our efforts!

Saturday April 9th 7;30am to 10:30am: The Bears Den in Byron is hosting an All-You-Can-Eat Pancake feed... This is the 2nd year the Bears Den has stepped forward with this great support!

Saturday April 16th 9am-3am!: Scrappin' For A Cure in Lanesboro.. Details below.

Scrappin' For a Cure!! A fund raising event for the
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Lanesboro Community Hall
202 Parkway Ave N
Lanesboro MN

Your $55 event fee includes:

• 18 Hours of Scrapbooking, card making & crafting fun!
• 3 Meals and lots of snacks!
• Many chances to win Door Prizes!
• Great Silent Auction - all money goes to JDRF!
• Stampin' Up Make & Takes - proceeds to JDRF!
• Stampin' Up and Creative Memories consultants will be onsite with products for sale... 10% will go to JDRF.

Registration Deadline is March 25th.

If you have questions or to request a registration form, please contact Kim Halvorson at 507-467-2681 or by cell at 507-421-7174