August 12-14  

She will need to know the days and times that you’re available, assignment preferences, and names/ages of the volunteers.  If you are bringing small children with you, we recommend volunteering at the start/finish line.  Some of the volunteer opportunities include:

• Rider goody bag distribution on Friday afternoon
• Work at one of the rest stops on Saturday
• Cheer on Riders at the start/finish line on Saturday
• Assist in bike room/SAG support (must have first aid and bicycle maintenance experience, appropriate vehicle with bike rack)

Please note that all Ride volunteers are responsible for their own transportation, lodging, and meals.

Burlington, Vt, one of the premier cycling destinations in the United States, offers “classic New England” cycling on some of the most scenic roads in Vermont. The JDRF new course follows more than 100 miles through historic villages featuring covered bridges and flowing rivers. Take in spectacular views while cycling along a relatively flat course through the pristine Champlain Valley.

Located on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain between the Adirondack and Green Mountains, Burlington is one of America’s most beautiful cities. Burlington has long been known as Vermont’s Queen City. It’s the home of the University of Vermont, Champlain College, Community College of Vermont and Burlington College and attracts a variety of musical, theater and other cultural events.

The core of this vibrant city’s downtown is the Church Street Marketplace. Its cross-streets are the meeting place for Burlington, where grand architecture of the past blends with the artistic and commercial vibrancy of the present. With 40 specialty shops and 15 national retailers, it is any shopper’s dream! Burlington’s nearby waterfront is home to parks, a walking/bike path, fine restaurants, ferry crossings and cruise boats.

For More information visit the Burlington JDRF Ride page

Nick Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, has been named as the National Chair of the Walk to Cure Diabetes. Nick was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes four years ago when he was 13 years old. In this role, Nick will help JDRF increase participation and fundraising in its annual Walks, held in more than 200 locations worldwide. Nearly 500,000 people took part in the Walk to Cure Diabetes last year, raising some $75 million. The Walk draws people together in a healthy activity for a worthy cause, raising money to help find a cure for diabetes. It’s fun for families and builds camaraderie among company employees. Above all, it’s an event you will feel good about being a part of. Register today by visiting walk.jdrf.org

Diamonds in the Rough Golf Classic

Monday, July 26 at 11:45am

Bishops Bay Country Club, 3500 Bishops Drive, Middleton

The Friends of JDRF will host its 7^th Annual Golf Classic to benefit the JDRF Western Wisconsin Chapter.  The event is planned and executed by volunteers and includes eighteen holes of golf at one of the best rated courses in Wisconsin, lunch, silent auction, dinner and fabulous prizes. Click here for more information.

Thursday, July 22 at 11:30am

Kim Sponem, President of Summit Credit Union, along with the Western Wisconsin Chapter, invite you to join us at the 2010 Team Captain Kick Off Luncheon for the Madison Walk.  Invitations were mailed last week – if you have not received one and would like to join us, please contact the office at 608-833-2873 or westernwi@jdrf.org.

Print this Coupon and bring it along and 10% of your total food purchase will go to support  Western Wisconsin JDRF Rider Cindy Johnson in the 2010 Ride to Cure diabetes!

Hope to see you there

Friday July 9 – Saturday July 10

Poke Run – Runs from April 3 to July 9
Motorcycle Ride Saturday July 10, 2010 at Noon
Capital City Harley-Davidson – 6200 Millpond Rd – Madison WI
FREE OVERNIGHT CAMPING

Fore More information visit Thunder Run 2010

Each scarf costs $20 plus sales tax and 50% of the proceeds benefit JDRF through the Ride to Cure Diabetes. 

For more information, please click here.