 Help Variety Get a Bike for George and 10 Other Kids
Last week, Variety launched our first ever crowd funding campaign. We have already raised the $3,000 needed to fund George's bike, but there are 10 other children who are waiting for bikes.
As a Variety family, you can help us by spreading the message to your friends, family, co-workers and others! Here's how:
- If you haven't already, like Variety at www.facebook.com/varietywi
- Then share Variety's post about George to your own Facebook page. You can even include a personal note about how Variety has helped your child!
If you are able to make a $20 donation, it will help a lot toward funding these bikes. You can
click here to make a donation and then share on Facebook. If you are not able to make a donation at this time, you will still help a great deal by sharing the post to help spread the word!
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Brewers Club Seats Contest
We're having a drawing to give Variety families the chance to experience a Milwaukee Brewers game with Club Level seats.
Tickets to six Milwaukee Brewers games are available from May through September. Variety children up to age 21 can submit a contest entry saying why they want to win these special tickets.
Winners will receive two or four tickets to one of the six games. Game dates are included in the contest details.
Don't wait!
The first game is on May 27th! Submissions for other games must be received by May 31st.
Thanks to Mike Rivett and Pat Kane from Advantage Transportation for donating these tickets!
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Ladies Night Out
This one's for the Moms!
Thursday, May 5th 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Marcus Majestic Cinema
777 N. Springdale Road
Waukesha, WI 53186
Ladies, bring your girlfriends, let your hair down and join us to celebrate the engagement of Sophie and her groom from the hit musical
Mamma Mia! Enjoy the movie on the big screen while dancing and singing in the aisles.
Cost: $30 before April 30th, $35 at the door
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National Vintage League
Saturday, May 14th
Greenfield Park in West Allis, Area 3B
The match begins at
noon with a pre-match ceremony and post match BBQ
Enjoy a good old fashioned baseball game! Watch the teams play in traditional uniform following the 1860 rules of the game!
There is no cost for this event, and the public is welcome to attend. Please let us know if you will attend by emailing jessica@varietywi.org. In the event of rain, there is a pavilion right by the field, so you can still enjoy the game while staying dry!
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Six Flags Great America
Purchase tickets for just $32 each and a portion of the sales will benefit Variety!
Tickets are valid for May 14th & May 15th only.
Please share this link with family, friends, on your Facebook page or through email. The more tickets purchased, the more Variety earns!
This is not a Variety event, so no need to RSVP. Simply purchase your discounted tickets online and enjoy the park on May 14th or May 15th.
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Teen X Archery
Tuesday, May 24th 4:45pm - 5:45pm
West Town Archery
4135 N. 126th St.
Brookfield, WI 53005
This is a free event for teens with physical disabilities and their peers, age 13-18.
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2015 Variety Impact Review
Variety had a busy and
impactful
2015!
Does your child need assistance with funding equipment or therapy in 2016? Contact Jessi at jessica@varietywi.org or 262-777-2090 to learn about our Grant Programs.
Do you work with a child who would benefit from Variety's Future Program outings? Refer their family to us to join the fun!
Do you know someone who is interested in supporting Variety's work? Share our impact review and have them contact us to learn more!
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The following are not sponsored by Variety
but are provided for your information:
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Handy NEWS & NOTES
Click here to read the latest issue of Handy NEWS & NOTES put out by the Milwaukee County Office for Persons with Disabilities.
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Kids Building Wisconsin
Saturday, May 7th 10:00AM - 4:00PM
McKee Farms Park, Fitchburg WI
FREE and open to the public!
The beloved Madison-area event, Kids Building Wisconsin, is back for their third year! This year will be every bit as fun and exciting as previous years, with even more interactive exhibits that highlight the many exciting careers in the construction industry, more big construction equipment, awesome prizes, fun visitors and great food!
The first 2,000 kids in attendance will get a free safety vests. Collect stickers at each completed activity and get a prize at the end for participating!
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The Power of Art a
t Donna Lexa Art Center
Fridays starting in June
9:30am - 11:30am
West Milwaukee Center - 1345 S. 47th Street
Explore, Create, Connect!
Unleash the power of your creative self
Acquire new artistic skills
Express your passionate inner and outer spirit
Share unique differences and similarities while making new friends
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TEAM UP! TEENS
Team Up! Teens is a fun, social group for teenagers and young adults (age 15-25 years) who have a physical disability in the Waukesha/Milwaukee area.
2016 Upcoming Events
June 11th - Kopp's Custard
August 28th - Brewers vs Pirates Game
October 15th - Bowling
For mores information and to sign up for any events contact:
Due to the independent nature of this group, assistance for personal care or behavior challenges is not available.
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A Night to Remember
A free prom honoring individuals with special needs, ages 15 and up.
Saturday, June 4th 2016
5-8pm at The Ridge Community Church
4500 S. 108th Street, Greenfield, WI 53228
Th individuals become the "Honored Guests" for the night
with limo rides and a red carpet and much more.
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The Miracle League believes everyone deserves the chance to play baseball. The league allows all children to play organized baseball, regardless of ability. Kids with special-needs dress in uniforms, make plays in the field and round the bases, just like their peers in standard little leagues.
Miracle League baseball is played on a custom designed field featuring a cushioned rubberized, completely flat surface to prevent injuries and allow access for the visually impaired and those in wheelchairs. All areas of the field, including dugouts and restrooms, are universally accessible.
For more information on the Milwaukee Miracle League,
To find a Miracle League outside of Milwaukee,
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Pack your bags and head out to some of America's most popular destinations. Teens and Adults with disabilities are invited to explore some of America's best travel destinations with caring, personalized support from the Adventures for L.I.F.E. Travel team. L.I.F.E. (Leisure, Inclusion, Fun and Experiences) is exactly what you'll find as you tour the country.
Upcoming trips include Dubuque Iowa Getaway, White Water Rafting Trip in Niagara, WI and Woodside Ranch Mauston,WI.
For questions, call Deon Franszczak at 414-937-2100
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Some times we receive a limited number of tickets to events, such as festivals and sporting events. We share these tickets with Variety families who respond to posts on our Facebook page. Like our page today to make sure you don't miss out!
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Support Variety by Shopping AmazonSmile
Do you shop online? Shop AmazonSmile and 0.5% of your eligible purchases will be donated to Variety!
It's simple! Just
click here, log in to your Amazon account and make sure "Variety - the Children's Charity of Wisconsin" is selected. Amazon and Variety do the rest!
It's a simple way to support your favorite charity!
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STAY CONNECTED
EMAIL US AT contact@varietywi.org
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