QC Mopar Club Cruises for Gilda’s
Posted on Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Quad City Mopar Club will host monthly cruise-ins at Incredible Pizza Company this summer to support Gilda’s Club.
Click here for more information!
Modern Woodmen “Adopts” Gilda’s Club
Posted on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Modern Woodmen of America, a fraternal financial services organization, is launching Modern Woodmen’s Adventures in Noogieland. The project allows Modern Woodmen to help Gilda’s Club with a number of projects over the next few months.
An article in the QC Times telling the story of Modern Woodmen’s generosity can be found here: http://qctimes.com/news/local/modern-woodmen-crew-adopts-gilda-s-club/article_bf4d3546-9185-11e1-ba6f-001a4bcf887a.html
Please take a look at some of the volunteer projects Modern Woodmen will be helping with the next few months and see how you can get involved, too! Also consider taking this survey http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/B8BW2WD, to share what Gilda’s Club means to you.
Modern Woodmen’s Adventures in Noogieland projects:
• Tabs for Travels – Modern Woodmen employees collect can tabs to purchase gas cards for Gilda’s Club families.
• Dollars for Hearts – Modern Woodmen employees purchase paper hearts for $1 to memorialize loved ones who have battled or are battling cancer.
• Acoustics Project – Modern Woodmen funded the replacement of ceiling tiles in Noogieland to help with the acoustics in the space.
• Games and Goodies –Modern Woodmen employees will donate snacks, crafts and their time during several Wednesday events at Noogieland.
• Dream Big Noogieland Donation Drive – In early April, Modern Woodmen employees will collect items from Noogieland’s wish list.
• Outdoor Makeover – In April and May, employees will repair the Gilda’s Club wheelchair ramp, build a pergola and landscape.
• Noogieland/Teen Space Makeover – In April and May, employees will help revamp and reorganize these rooms, making them a more pleasant space for the kids and teens who use them.
• Join Hands Day – On May 5, Modern Woodmen employees will volunteer at Gilda’s Club to work on the pergola, landscape, paint and do a variety of other tasks on this national day of service. We hope Gilda’s Club teens, kids and adults will come to help out too!
Wine Tasting & Silent Auction
Posted on Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
On Friday, April 27th we will host a Silent Auction and Wine Tasting at Gilda’s Club Quad Cities on 1234 East River Drive in Davenport. This event also acts as the early registration party for our Pink Ribbon Classic golf tournament.
Enjoy wine tasting, hor d’ouerves, and silent auction for only $5 admission. Event lasts from 5:30-7:30 and is open to the public.
Call Gilda’s Club for more information 563-326-7504.
Gilda’s Club TV Special
Posted on Thursday, April 12th, 2012
Tune in to WQAD News Channel 8 on Thursday, April 12th at 6:30 PM for a special broadcast all about Gilda’s Club Quad Cities. If you miss it, be sure to watch the re-run on Saturday, April 14th at 5:00 PM.
Special thanks to Andy, Colleen, Lori, Matt, Denise and everyone at Channel 8 for making this possible!
Run for Laughs
Posted on Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
Gilda’s Run for Laughs & Roseannadana Dash will take place on Sunday, April 22, 2012. The price of $25 includes race registration, breakfast buffet, and long-sleeve t-shirt. Register online here or print your registration form and return to Gilda’s Club.
Location
Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center 2021 State Street Bettendorf, Iowa 52722
Schedule
8:00 AM: 1-Mile Fun Run 8:30 AM: 5K Run/Walk
Packet Pick Up
Friday, April 20th, from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Steeplegate Inn, Davenport
On race day, packets may be picked up beginning at 6:30 AM at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention center.
Breakfast Buffet
All participants will be provided a race day breakfast buffet following the 5K run/walk.
T-Shirts
All participants will receive a colorful t-shirt.
*Please note: Shirt sizes will not be guaranteed for registrations that are received after April 12th, 2012.
5K Awards
- Overall male and female champion
- Overall male and female survivor champion.
- Age group awards are given in 5-year increments (ages 10-70)
- Largest family and corporate teams.
Awards will be presented during breakfast at the conclusion of the 5K run/walk.
Raise the Roof for the Youth 2
Posted on Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Camp Genesis
Posted on Wednesday, March 14th, 2012
Camp Genesis is a FREE camp for kids ages 6-16 who are coping with a cancer diagnosis in their family. The week long overnight camp experience takes place July 8-13 at the YMCA’s Camp Abe Lincoln. Click the image below for application materials.
Last chance to see Curtis Stone live!
Posted on Tuesday, March 6th, 2012
Time is quickly running out for you to get tickets to our upcoming event COOKING UP A CONVERSATION WITH CURTIS STONE.
The $50 ticket includes lunch, a 3-part cooking demonstration from Chef Stone, and a moderated Q & A with the guest of honor. All proceeds from this fundraiser allow Gilda’s Club to continue providing essential services free of charge to individuals and families touched by cancer in our community.
Hope to see you there!
March 2012 Calendar
Posted on Wednesday, February 29th, 2012
Do you have your March 2012 member activities calendar yet? If not, click the links below for your print-friendly monthly calendar.
Celebrity chef Curtis Stone making visit to QC
Posted on Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
The Genesis Cancer Care Institute presents:
COOKING UP A CONVERSATION WITH CURTIS STONE
What: Luncheon and Meet and Greet with celebrity chef Curtis Stone
When: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
Where: Rivercenter, Davenport, IA
Details: Doors open at 11:30 with lunch beginning at Noon. $50 per luncheon ticket and $75 per meet and greet ticket ($125 for both)
*Limited number of Meet and Greet tickets available - must order by calling Gilda’s Club
**When ordering online, please call Gilda’s Club with special instructions
Call Gilda’s Club for additional information @ 563-326-7504. No refund on ticket sales. All proceeds to benefit Gilda’s Club Quad Cities.
This event is made possible because of these generous sponsors:
