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The 2008 RIS Event Program
Monday evening – July 21, 2008 – 6:00 – 9:15 pm
Cafesjian’s Carousel and Como Park Visitors Center, St. Paul
A magical evening of great music, entertainment and family fun
Rein in Sarcoma 2008 will feature unlimited carousel rides, the Tropical Encounter Rainforest exhibit, continuous entertainment, a large and unique Silent Auction and children’s activities. Directly preceding the event, The Karen Wyckoff Rein in Sarcoma Foundation will host a free picnic for sarcoma survivors, patients, loved ones and those who have lost someone to sarcoma. Rein in Sarcoma not only raises funds to benefit sarcoma cancers research and physician education, but it is intended to provide hope and relief from the isolation of these rare and dangerous cancers.
Program 4:30 - 6:00
Sarcoma Family Picnic
Along Sarcoma Avenue- Family Activities Moon Walk (6:00 - 9:00) 6:00 - 9:00 SunFlower Shoppes
- Featuring Rein in Sarcoma merchandise, "Groovy Girls," Willow Creek Angels, RIS wristbands, "Sarcoma Knows No Borders" wristbands, RIS stationary and T-Shirts, and new in 2007 the Official Rein In Sarcoma Coffee mug available in 11oz and 15 oz sizes. Some of these items are available for order on this web site, click here for further info. Auction
Auction Check-out Rein in Sarcoma Silent Auction
The RIS 2008 Internet Auction and Auction Catalogue are now open through July 19th. Join the fun by clicking here.! 6:15 - 8:00 Sarcoma Garden of Hope - New for 2008
Rein in Sarcoma Official Welcome Festivities - Greetings from RIS leadership, physicians, special announcements. Learn about Rein In Sarcoma and accomplishments to date. The Tribute First Carousel Ride (6:50 pm) will be reserved for sarcoma patients and survivors as they ride in support of International Sarcoma Awareness Week and Team Sarcoma. Rein in Sarcoma is an official closing event of International Sarcoma Awareness Week. Click to learn more.
Wellness Center
6:55 -7:25 7:00 - 9:00 Ride on Cafesjian's Carousel
7:30 -8:00
The Amazing Hondo "Magic with a message"
The Amazing Hondo is an internationality acclaimed magician, humorist, and motivational entertainer. Click for more about the Amazing Hondo . Roxxy Hall Band - This 8 piece all women "rock and soul band" is sure to play many of your favorite Motown and classic rock favorites 8:40 - 9:00
Illumination will be performing live FIRE shows with The Roxxy Hall band. You won't want to miss this HOT performance by the Twin Cities' premier fire performance troupe! www.illuminationfiretroupe.com
Closing Ceremony RIS Remembrance and Celebration Luminarias will be lit and line the moat in front of the Visitor Center. You may register for a luminaria to honor a sarcoma patient, survivor or remember a sarcoma patient at the registration tables. RIS 2008 Staging Provided by: Best Western - Bandana Square - If you are from out of town, or just want to make Rein in Sarcoma 2008 even more special and convenient stay at the Official RIS 2007 Hotel The Best Western, Bandana Square - Just one mile from RIS 2008 - Click here for more info. For Directions to Rein in Sarcoma, click here. Help promote Rein in Sarcoma by downloading the RIS 2008 News Release.
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2008 Commemorative Posters will available at the event. Our thanks to CVS for poster design and printing)
Join us for our Party in the Park!
We thank our Rein in Sarcoma 2008 Sponsors
East Picnic Grounds
A free picnic for sarcoma patients, survivors, loved ones and for those who have lost a loved one to sarcoma. Sponsored for the fifth consecutive year by American Family Insurance. Prior registration is required. Located at the East Picnic Grounds
Main Stage Dunquin Irish Trio - Traditional music for flute, Irish whistles
and piano
Along Sarcoma Avenue
Face Painting
(6:15 - 8:15)
Bubbles
(6:15 - 8:30)
Mr Fun (6:30 - 8:15)
Golf Putting (with great prizes for winners 6:00 -9:00)
Arcade
(6:00 - 8:30)
Pockets and Patches
Visitor Center Entrance &
In front of the Carousel
Main Sidewalk Sarcoma Corner
Featuring information about sarcomas, story boards of persons affected by sarcoma, RIS Sarcoma banner. University of Minnesota sarcoma doctors and researchers will be on hand to answer your questions (6:15-8:15).
6:15 - 8:15
Visitor Center Porch
8:30 - 9:00
Visitor Center Porch
Over 200 exotic and wonderful items to bid on in our best ever RIS Silent Auction, located at the air conditioned Visitor Center Porch .
Along Sarcoma Avenue
Bird feeder building with Elpis Enterprises
Sunflower making
Sunflower starter pot decorating and planting
The Sunflower is the national symbol for a cure for sarcoma cancers
In Front of the Carousel
Rena Sarigianopoulos of KARE TV will act as MC for both the welcome and the evenings entertainment.
Main Sidewalk
- Take a break, relax with a massage
- Speak to a Nutritionist form Fairview about good nutritional options
Southside Visitor's Center Tropical Encounters
Take an walk through a Central and South American rainforest with hundreds of exotic plants and animals.
Main Stage Kidpower with Rachael - Rachael Kroog and Kidpower Chorus bring you an interactive and educational music show. (music, comedy, juggling & family fun)Fun for the whole family!
On The Carousel
Get in line for unlimited rides on the beautifully restored Cafesjian's Carousel.
Main Stage
Main Stage
Main Stage
Main Stage Grand Prize Raffle Drawing for 42" LCD Flat Panel HDTV - $1,500 value.
Raffle Tickets are $5.00 per ticket. Winner need not be present to win.
In Front of Visitor Center moat
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Last Updated: July 17, 2008