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The Theme - 2014...Fundraising Results...Shirts...Where Is That?...and Two of My Favorite Things.

6/28/2014

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The Theme - 2014...

Fundraising Results...

We did it!  
The 5th Annual Team Vogel vs. Cancer Fundraiser was BIG!
I am proud to announce we were able to raise $75,000 this season (January 2014 - June 2014).  Thank you to all who helped make this happen.  Without the support of all of you - Team Vogel would not be.

One of my favorite parts, post Team Vogel Season, is getting the pictures from Keelie.  The day is busy and often there isn't enough time to take in all the happenings.  She has a way of capturing the event and the hearts of all.
The 5th Annual Team Vogel vs. Cancer...
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Let the race begin...
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Black capri pants and neon shoes were the outfits of choice...
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The completion of an amazing race - the beginning of a busy day...
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The Water Gal...
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The perfect catch...
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Preparing for the Home Run Derby...
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The silent auction bidding (the intensity runs in the Biggerstaff Family - even the in-laws)...
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No we are not royalty - but we pretended to be - and I feel we definitely have the wave down...
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And how many Team Members does it take...
Thank you again for helping make this year happen!


To view results from all events - please click on the individual links.
Race Results
Cornhole Results
Softball Results

Shirts...

We still have a few 2014 Team Vogel shirts remaining.  If you are interested in purchasing one, here's the details...

Sizes Available - M - L and XL

Cost - $15
Contact Amanda to place your order - 
AmandaWeifenbach@live.com
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Where Is That?...

If you are looking for something fun to do this summer with a group of friends - your family - or yourself, you should definitely check out the Where Is That 2014 Contest...
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If you are interested in getting a copy Where Is That 2014 - please contact one of the coordinators below...
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...Here are a couple examples of the things you have to find :)...
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...and Two of My Favorite Things.

Before signing off for a bit - I want to share two of my favorite things from this week...
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Miss Zoe.
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A flower in my garden.
Gearing up to head up north with the Gals for a week.  I am sure adventures are in my near future.

Enjoy the simple things and stay tuned for BWCA follow-up.
-Rach
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What a Weekend...Loggers Event...Believe Shirts...and a Note to Joe.

6/23/2014

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What a Weekend...

As I sit here at Team Vogel Headquarters (my old office at school), reflecting on the weekend...  All I can say is THANK YOU!  

Thank you to everyone who shared their time and talents.  This past weekend would not have happened without the army of support that helped carry us through.  From flipping pancakes - to starting the national anthem - to helping pick up garbage - to laughing with others... THANK YOU!

Often I find myself wondering what would Joe say - what would Joe think...(We have a lot of catching up to do.  He thought I talked alot before....)  This is definitely one of those times.  

His dream has become a spirit in many of us.  Thank you for embracing the "Pay it Forward" way.

As we continue to wrap up loose ends - we will do our best to have an event follow-up blog up by Sunday (June 29) including tournament results, race results, and many pictures.

Team - We did it!

Loggers Event...

The Loggers Event snuck up on this year...but I am hopeful many of you are free on Thursday, June 26 and up for a fun night at the ball field.  We will not be gathering the Team prior to the game for the annual bus trip (this year), but hope many of you will venture to the game in support of Strike Out Colon Cancer.  

Details are listed below.  You are able to purchase tickets at the gate.  And a guaranteed good time (and cold beverage) waits for you inside.
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800 Copeland Ave  La Crosse, WI 54603
Loggers Moments from the past...
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The traditional photo on the wooden bat when we arrive at the stadium...
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The bus ride...
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And the Port-a-Potty backdrop...
...and there will be more Loggers Moments in the future!

Believe Shirts...

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In celebration of the 5th year - we had special shirts available at the event on Saturday.  If you are interested in a Believe shirt, please contact:
         AmandaWeifenbach@live.com
               **by Friday, June 27**

Believe Shirts are $20 - You can send your payment to ...
Team Vogel
PO Box 30063
Winona, MN 55987


...and a Note to Joe.

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Walking out of the trailer on Saturday, I noticed a note on the back of one of the family posters.  A note to Joe.  A young man wrote a note to his Uncle Joe, rolled it  up, and attached balloons to it so it would make it to Heaven...

Signing off for the week -
Rach
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Pancakes...Race Packet Pick-Up...Silent Auction...Bucket Raffle...and the Spirit is in Us All.

6/17/2014

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Pancakes...

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I will take a stack please!!!!  
New this year - we will be offering a pancake breakfast.

When: 8am until gone - (Saturday, June 21)
Where:  Jaycee Pavilion (Team Vogel Headquarters for the Day)
Cost: $5
-3 Cakes and 2 Sausage-

Grab some breakfast after the race - grab some breakfast while you watch others race...

Race Packet and Shirt Pick-Up...

If would like to pick up your race packet or shirt order - prior to Saturday....
Race Packet and Shirt Pick-up
When:  Thursday, June 19 - 2014
Where:  Central Elementary
(317 Market St. - please use the Market St. Doors)
Time:  6pm - 8pm



If you are unable to make this pick up time, your packet and / or shirt will be at the Jaycee Pavilion for you on 
Saturday, June 21 - 2014.

Please email Amanda with any questions - AmandaWeifenbach@live.com

Silent Auction...

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The Silent Auction Items are really coming together.  Featured Items...
-Notre Dame Home Opener Tickets
-Twins Tickets
-Hunting Basket
-Kid's Baskets
-1/2 a Hog and Processing
-Harley Jacket
-Fogarty Prints
-Autographed Items
...AND MUCH MUCH MORE!

The silent auction will open on Saturday - June 21, 2014 following the race (around 9 am).  Stop down to the Jaycee Pavilion and check out all the amazing baskets.  The auction will close at 4 pm.

Bucket Raffle...

Next to the Silent Auction the Bucket Raffle will open at the conclusion of the race on Saturday too (around 9ish).  The bucket raffle is a fun way to take a chance ($1 per chance) and try to win an amazing prize.  Here are some of the prizes we have lined up....
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...An AMANZING quilt (people have already purchased tickets for this one, a Kindle Fire, Box Seat Tickets for the Lynx, Twins Tickets, and MORE.  The bucket raffle will end at 5 pm on Saturday.

...and the Spirit is in Us All.

Team Vogel is a Team.  A Team of People all sharing an amazing spirit.  A spirit to "Pay it Forward".  Here's a glimpse of what the Team has pulled off in the past few weeks...
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The Hot Dog Stand...One amazing young man and his Grandma (who is also pretty darn amazing) who continue to "Pay It Forward" every year and be a part of the Team. Thank you Patty and Eil!
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Spider Man sneaking a workout in at the Rummage Sale...
The next two images will be at the event on Saturday...One will be on the Bucket Raffle and the other on the Silent Auction.  Two local artists took their talents to these boards and made some pretty outstanding Cornhole Boards.  (I am thinking these may be better hung on the wall.)  Thank you Jody and Rachel for making these.  They are above and beyond what I was expecting...
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...And the spirit in the parade.  Thank you to all the Fire Crew, Y staff, and Y kids who joined Team Vogel in the parade.
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As I sign off tonight my thoughts are simple...Embrace each day, for some people do not have the opportunity to do so.  Hug the ones you love often and tell them too.  Do something kind for someone you don't know.  Live each day to the fullest - and if you struggle to do this one day...you can always try harder tomorrow.

Hope to see you on Saturday!
-Rach
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Last Week...Rummage Sale...Join the Team...Volunteers...Race Shirts...Hot Dog and Brat Stand...Matt's Challenge...and a Note from Rach.

6/9/2014

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Last Week...

So sometimes you just have to call it like it is...Last week was not my finest week for blog posts and mass emails.  I apologize for the corrections that were needed.  I am hoping that this week goes a little smoother.  So here goes nothing...

Rummage Sale...

Rain or Shine - We hope to see you Friday at our INDOOR Rummage Sale.  There are treasures for ALL!
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Join the Team...

As the 5th Annual Team Vogel vs. Cancer Fundraiser approaches - many events are closing in on the pre-registration deadlines.  Take a moment and Join the TEAM!  
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Events and Contacts:
For more information on an event - please click the highlighted link.

•Men’s Softball Tournament (Saturday and Sunday)...dbartelson@hotmail.com
  *This will be a 16 team tournament with guaranteed three games.

•Women’s Softball Tournament (Sunday Only)......... dbartelson@hotmail.com
  *This will be an 8 team double elimination tournament.

•Cornhole Tournament (Saturday Only)......... TeamVogelCornhole@gmail.com
   *This will be a 32 team, open tournament.

•5K / 1 mile Run / Walk  (8 a.m. Saturday)........amandaweifenbach @live.com
   *Pre-registration deadline is June 13th 

•Silent Auction  ............................................  kristinbiesanz@gmail.com

•Home Run Derby (Saturday Evening)  .................. dbartelson@hotmail.com

•Food & Beverages(Pavilion & ball fields).......... mikeandjuliebiggs@gmail.com

•Bucket Raffle.......................................... amandaweifenbach @live.com

•Bake Sale..................................... teamvogelmerchandise@hotmail.com

And just a note for all who love a good silent auction...  The process of collecting all items for the auction has started and there are some pretty amazing items...

-1/2 a Hog (including the processing)
-2 Tickets to Notre Dame's Home Opener vs. Rice
-MN Gophers Tickets
-Twins Tickets
-Handmade Quilt
-Baby Baskets
-Movie Baskets
...and sooooo much more!

Volunteers...

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Race Shirts...

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Last Call for 2014 Team Vogel vs. Cancer Shirts!
If you are interested in a 2014 Team Vogel T-Shirt, here's how to order....

Option#1 - Pre-register for the 5K / 1 mile run walk.  Eyeerone who pre-registers for the race will receive a t-shirt with their race packet.  The pre-registration deadline is Friday, June 13th.  CLICK HERE to register for the race.

Option #2 - If you would just like to order a shirt(s)...
1.  Email Amanda at amandaweifenbach@live.com
2.  Please include the shirt size(s) you would like.  (YS, YM, YL, S, M, L, ...)

Shirts are $15.

Hot Dog and Brat Stand...

Thank you to everyone who made it out on Friday to the Hot Dog and Brat Stand.  It was another amazing turnout!  And the one place I could sport this amazing outfit with pride.  Thank you Midtown for welcoming us each year.
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This shirt is by far one of the greatest gifts I've ever received...(It even has hot dogs with ketchup on the back.)

Matt's Challenge...

And for those who did not see my post last night...
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I am honored to post this (again) - MATT ACCOMPLISHED HIS GOAL.  It was amazing seeing him cross the finish line...  What a way to celebrate 5 years!

AMOUNT RAISED - $2185 + pledges to match

To read all of Matt's Story / Goal - click HERE.

...and a Note from Rach.

I've started and restarted this "...and a Note from Rach." section 4 times now.  That's my sign it is time to go home for the night.  So my note is simple.

THANK YOU!

Hugs - Rach
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Matt's Challenge - HE DID IT!

6/8/2014

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Matt's Challenge - HE DID IT!

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I am honored to post this - MATT ACCOMPLISHED HIS GOAL.  It was amazing seeing him cross the finish line...

AMOUNT RAISED - $2185 + pledges to match


To read all of Matt's Story / Goal - click HERE.
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AHAHAHA - It's June 1st...Matt's Challenge...Hot Dog and Brats...2014 T-Shirts...Rummage Sale...21 Families - Join the Team...and Volunteers.

6/1/2014

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AHAHAHA - It's June 1st...

Holy Buckets - It's June 1st...  20 Days til Saturday, June 21st - the 5th Annual Team Vogel vs Cancer Fundraiser.  It's going to be a busy - but amazing month.  Hoping you will be able to join us for one of our upcoming events.  

Ready or not - June's here and there's a heck of a lot going on!

Matt's Challenge...

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To read more about Matt's Challenge and support his efforts - CLICK HERE.

And a note to Matt...  Matt - thank you for believing in Team Vogel.  We are completely honored to celebrate 5 years with you!  I can't wait for Sunday to come and see you cross the finish line.  Please know - you are an inspiration too.  

To all who have supported Matt's Challenge - THANK YOU!

I'm proud to share with everyone, at this time Matt's Challenge has raised $1,300 + pledges to match if Matt finishes in under 2 hours and 30 mins.

Stay tuned...I promise to post a note on Sunday with Matt's results.
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Hot Dogs and Brats...

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2014 T-Shirt...

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If you would like a 2014 Team Vogel vs Cancer T-Shirt...It's time to order one.

To Order:

Option #1 - Pre-register for the 5k / 1 mile run walk.  Everyone who pre-registers for the race will receive a t-shirt with their race packet.  The pre-registration deadline is FRIDAY, JUNE 13th.  CLICK HERE to register for the race.

Option #2 - If you would just like to order a shirt(s)...
1.  Email Amanda at amandaweifenbach@live.com
2.  Please include the shirt size(s) you would like.  (YS, YM, YL, S, M, L,...)

Shirts are $15 each.

Rummage Sale...

Rain or Shine - the Rummage Sale will be HAPPENING!  It's indoors - so make sure you swing through.
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21 Families - Join the Team...

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Join the Team - Join the Fun.  
There is something for everyone on Saturday, June 21 - 2014.  
Events and Contacts:
Please click on the individual links for more detailed information and how to register / sign up to participate.

•Men’s Softball Tournament  (Sat. and Sun.).  .  .  .dbartelson@hotmail.com
**This will be a 16 team tournament with guaranteed three games.

•Women’s Softball Tournament (Sunday Only).  .  .  dbartelson@hotmail.com
 **This will be an 8 team double elimination tournament.

 •Cornhole Tournament (Saturday Only) .  .  . TeamVogelCornhole@gmail.com
 **This will be a 32 team, open tournament.

•5K / 1 mile Run / Walk  (8 a.m. Saturday).  .  .  amandaweifenbach@live.com
 **Pre-registration deadline is June 13th 

•Silent Auction  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .kristinbiesanz@gmail.com

•Home Run Derby (Saturday Evening).  .  .  .  .  .  .  .dbartelson@hotmail.com

•Food & Beverages .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . mikeandjuliebiggs@gmail.com

•Bucket Raffle  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . amandaweifenbach@live.com

 •Bake Sale   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  teamvogelmerchandise@hotmail.com


...and Volunteers.

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Signing off for the week!
-Rach
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    Joe Vogel began his battle with cancer in 2006. He became a leader in his community and a hero among his friends and family. He made it his personal mission to help in the fight against cancer. His wife Rachel is carrying out his dream to help families dealing with cancer and to find a cure for this disease.

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