Spotlight: Ann Marie Giannino-Otis

Our event is just days away, and we are still hoping for more golfers - - there's three ways to register:

1. Sign up online via our Official Event Page and then send your two checks to the address below. 

2. Contact me via email at nicchenet@gmail.com to request registration forms - I'll be happy to email you a copy, which you can print and mail to the address below. 

3. Contact me via email with the names of your four players, a contact phone number and email address, and I will "register" you. 

REGISTRATION IS NOT CONSIDERED COMPLETE/FINAL UNTIL WE RECEIVE YOUR PAYMENT ~ Thanks! 

Please mail registration forms/checks to:

Nicole Chenet

3075 Amberlea Lane

Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Cancer Fighter Spotlight

I want to share with you another great blog, written by a local cancer fighter named Ann Marie Giannino-Otis. Ann Marie has been documenting her battle with breast cancer on her blog, Stupid Dumb Breast Cancer. Warning: Ann Marie's blog contains adult language and photos of her breast reconstruction. 

Ann Marie's blog is candid, brave and "tells it like it is." She is not afraid to share exactly how she is feeling in the moment, and she has decided to have a professional photographer document every doctor's visit - giving us a really incredible glimpse into the life of a breast cancer patient undergoing reconstruction and treatment. Ann Marie was kind enough to give our website a shout-out on her Facebook page, so I wanted to return the favor. 

On Sunday, October 21st there will be a showing of Ann Marie's photos, taken by photographer Genevieve Fridley, at Pascale's Restaurant in Fayetteville. To RSVP, visit the event page on Facebook. The photos are beautiful and provide a perspective of breast cancer that most of us do not see. When I talk about how brave the women are who enter my office weekly [sometimes more] to visit the doctor and go through the breast reconstruction process, this is what I am talking about! 

Thank you to Ann Marie for promoting our event in September, and for being brave enough to share her journey candidly, without regrets or apologies, on her blog and in photos. Ann Marie will also be on Bridge Street this week - check her out! 

We're Hot Pink!

With just 18 days to go until this year's event, I wanted to update you all on what's been happening.

Today I received word that Highway Rehab Corp. will be a sponsor this year at the Hot Pink level! They have supported us two years in a row and I could not be more thrilled. For those of you considering it, here's a refresher on our three levels of sponosorship:

Cure Crusader Level: includes two foursomes, two hole sponsorship signs, and special recognition at the reception - $1,000 [a value of $1,100]

Hot Pink Level - includes one foursome, one hole sponsorship sign and special recognition at the reception - $550 

Rally All-Star Level - includes one two-some and special recognition at the reception - $250

Sponsorship is a great way to support our cause and it's an excellent opportunity to advertise your business with hole sponsorship and special recognition signs on the course and at the reception. It's also an awesome way to get your employees involved, if you are a company opting to become a sponsor, because the cost of golf is included in your donation.

We have collected some great prize items for our "Chinese Auction" - including gorgeous homemade pottery, pink golf balls, an autographed football, gift certificates, books, DVDs, jewelry and more.

What we need now are GOLFERS! 

Last year, the majority of our participants registered at the last minute, so I am hoping that this will be the case this year, too. The sooner, the better, though, so for those who are unsure of how to register this year - -

1. Visit our Official Event Page and click on the pink "Sign Up For This Event" button.
2. Write two checks: the first for $20 made out to Rally for the Cure, and the second for $80 made out to Nicole E. Chenet.
3. Mail your checks to:

Nicole E. Chenet
3075 Amberlea Lane
Baldwinsville, NY 13027

Registration will be considered complete and final upon receipt of your checks. If registering online isn't your thing, I'll be happy to email registration forms that can be printed, filled out and mailed along with your checks.

We would like to avoid registering players on the day of the event, but we won't turn you away if you decide to join us at the last minute!

Last year we had about 45 golfers, and the goal this year is 60.

We also welcome people who only wish to attend the reception. It's $40 for food, beverages and the chance to participate in our auction. Please mail a check in the amount of $40 [made out to Nicole E. Chenet] to the address above.

I also want to remind everyone that, this year, Dixon Golf will be hosting their "Dixon Challenge" on one of the Par 3 holes. For $10, participants can sign up and take the challenge, and will receive prizes worth up to $200 just for participating! Dixon Golf will also be donating a portion of their proceeds to our cause. AND - - they will be allowing us to select one special golfer to receive special recognition and PRIZES on tournament day, and their picture on the Dixon Golf website! I am still deciding how we will choose this "special golfer..." - suggestions are welcome.

Please consider joining us this year!