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Pink Rooms at InterContinental Milwaukee Open

Originators of the Pink Room idea, ABCD Mentor Susan Cusatis and her colleagues at Marcus Hotels & Resorts Bridget Gallagher and Sarah Geitner, join Marcus Corporation Chairman Steve Marcus at the ribbon cutting ceremony.

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Inaugural Field Hockey Tournament Benefits ABCD

July 25th, 2010

Hart Park in Wauwatosa is the site of the first “Stick it to Breast Cancer” women’s field hockey tournament to benefit ABCD on July 25th. The tournament will raise funds for ABCD while promoting interest in women’s field hockey.

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Mentor Continuing Education – Summer Session

Saturday, August 14, 2010 8:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

Mentor Continuing Education – Summer Session on August 14th. Featuring Keynote speaker Leslie Waltke, PT. Register now!

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Intercontinental Milwaukee Launches Pink Rooms to Benefit ABCD

July 22nd, 2010

Marcus Hotels and Resorts will cut the ribbon on its new Pink Rooms on July 22nd. A portion of proceeds from each rental of these suites will support ABCD.

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Become a Mentor – Be there one-to-one for someone dealing with breast cancer

Mentors are volunteers who have experienced breast cancer as a patient, family or friend – and who believe that everyone should have personalized support. Learn how to become part of the power of one-to-one breast cancer support

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10th Annual Date with a Plate

May 7th, 2010

Download your invite! (PDF)
Taste the night away May 7, 2010 at The Garage at the Harley-Davidson Museum Campus 5:30 to 9:00 PM at the crossroads of 6th and Canal streets [...]

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Mentor Matters Newsletter – Winter 2010

Read the latest Mentor Matters Newsletter – Winter 2010, which includes a Tribute to Melodie Wilson and ABCD’s Mentor Training & Events Calendar for 2010.
For more Mentor Matters, read our previous [...]

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Architectural Garden Auction to benefit ABCD

March 19th - March 28th, 2010

Valley of Wisconsin and Breckenridge Landscape are proud to have partnered with several suppliers and vendors to auction this work of art to benefit ABCD.

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2010 Spring Mentor Training

April 10th, 17th, & 24th 2010

Mentors are truly the heart of ABCD’s mission to offer free, personalized information and one-to-one support to people affected by cancer.

Read why Jane turned to ABCD for support, and how she decided use her experience to help others…

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Fiddleheads Coffee hosts Mission River Band concerts to benefit ABCD

Starting March 13th Fiddleheads Coffee Cafes of Cedarburg, Mequon, and Thiensville will host a 3 concert series featuring the Mission River Band with special promotions to benefit ABCD.

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Tenth Annual Date with a Plate Celebration

Friday, May 7th, 2010

Mark your calendar for ABCD’s Tenth Annual Date with a Plate Celebration:
BLUE JEANS BASH AT THE GARAGE AT THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM® CAMPUS
Friday, May 7, 2010
5:30-9:00 PM
This year’s event features:

Presenting Chef, [...]

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Sendik’s Market supports ABCD again.

Balistreri Owned & Operated Sendik’s Market is again supporting ABCD from February through April.

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Mentor Continuing Education

Please join us for Mentor Continuing Education March 6th. Keynote speaker Dr. Judy Tjoe will present and we’ll bring everyone up to date on what’s new and exciting at ABCD.

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Consider Becoming an ABCD Mentor!

When Greg’s wife Jackie was diagnosed with breast cancer, he couldn’t “fix” it, but he could “be there” for her. So when he found out that ABCD offers Family and Friends mentor training, he signed up.

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A Tribute to ABCD’s Founder, Melodie Wilson

As ABCD’s founder, Melodie Wilson believed that the most valuable information and support in dealing with life’s challenges came directly from others who had experienced similar life circumstances. She believed in the power of one-to-one.

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B93.3 FM fundraiser for ABCD October 30th.

Tune in to B93.3 FM in Milwaukee on October 30th. All day this popular radio station will be spreading the word about ABCD’s free services and raising funds for ABCD. [...]

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Breast cancer survivor Jill Newman, receives makeover

Jill Newman was featured on two Milwaukee news stations documenting her makeover. Click one of the thumbnails below to see the video footage.

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88.9 featuring ABCD on Make a Difference

88.9 FM features ABCD in its Make a Difference campaign. Hear mentor stories and learn more about 88.9 the entire week of October 19th

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Shop to Benefit ABCD

Shopping at these 3 stores will benefit ABCD due to their bountiful generosity.

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Mentor Training Schedule

Be part of providing breast cancer support through the power of one-to-one. ABCD is offering fall 2009 volunteer mentor training throughout October and November.

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Boutique Vieux Et Nouveau Celebrates Grand Re-Opening

Shoppers at Boutique Vieux et Nouveau, will feel even better about their fashion purchases this October, as 6% of all proceeds received October 17-24 will be donated to ABCD.

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2010 Date With A Plate

May 7th, 2010

ABCD’S 10TH ANNIVERSARY & 10TH CELEBRATION OF SUPPORT DATE WITH A PLATE
At The Garage in the Harley-Davidson Museum: 5:30 – 9:00 pm May 7, 2010
Enjoy fabulous small plates from the [...]

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