2012 Events:

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For more information on any event, or to schedule an event with First Candle, please contact Kristin Brooks, Development Manager, at kristin@firstcandle.org or 800-221-7437 ext. 233 __________________________________________________________________________________________

2012 Events

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 JANUARY

Ethan James Memorial Walk for SIDS  
January 14th, 2012 
Registration beings at 7:30am; 9:00am Start Time  
Tradition Town Center  
Port St. Lucie, FL  

 ABOUT ETHAN

On December 18, 2010 at 4:42 pm, Ethan James  was brought into this world by Emergency C Section much to the delight of his parents and everyone who came to know him. Ethan loved his bottles, splashing in the bathtub, his jungle bouncy seat, his Einstein peacock, his Star Wars book, his little blue elephant, trying to get his feet in his mouth, and disrupting church service. On May 11th, 2011 Ethan James went down for a nap and never woke up. His life was over at 4 months and 24 days.

 ABOUT THE EVENT

On January 14th The Ethan James Foundation is having its first ever 5k memorial walk in the beautiful Tradition area at the Tradition Town Center. Registration will be at 7:30 am and the walk starts at 9:00 am. There will be fun things for the whole family. Please join us to celebrate the memory of Ethan and to raise funds for SIDS research. 

Registration will be $15 for Team Members and $20 for individuals. T-shirts will be an additional $10.

What You Can Do To Help

• Donations in forms of bottled water for the walk, money, any services to help the event
• Sponsorships – We need sponsors for tables and water stations that will be at the event.
• Organizing Teams to be at the event and participate.

To help out with the event, or for more information, please contact Anna at annashindler@yahoo.com.

If you are unable to attend the event, but wish to make a donation in honor of Ethan, click here.

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Zest for Life  
January 29th, 2012 
Time 5pm-9pm 
Ramada Plaza Omaha Hotel & Conference Center  
Omaha, NE

ABOUT RAINE

Raine Madilynne Huberty was born January 27, 2011. She weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces. She was 21 ½ inches long. Her major organs were all of average weight and size. She resembled her two year old brother Greyson. Dark, curly hair covered her head. She had a round face, pudgy cheeks and a dimple in her chin. She looked peaceful, healthy, normal. But she wasn’t. She was stillborn.

ABOUT THE EVENT

As Jen and Rodger Huberty grieve for Raine, they are moved to celebrate their angel. On January 29, 2012, the Ramada Plaza Omaha Hotel and Conference Center will host a first birthday party in her honor, and it will be unlike any party you’ve ever attended! The event, Zest for Life: A Spirited Cook-off Event in Honor of Raine Madilynne Huberty, will be modeled after The Food Network’s “Chopped”, a cooking competition that challenges amateur chefs to take everyday items and turn them into extraordinary three-course meals.

The Huberty’s will offer an Omaha version of “Chopped,” with local chefs or restaurant owners as judges. Those who purchase tickets will watch the competition, enjoy fantastic hors d’oeuvres and toast Raine. Funds raised will be donated in Raine’s name to First Candle.

Event Website Coming Soon! www.zestforlifeevent.com

Tickets will go on sale soon! Check back for the link to purchace tickets online!

For more information about this event, or to make a donation to the event, please contact info@zestforlifeevent.com.  

If you are unable to attend the event, but wish to make a donation online, please click here.

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 MAY

4th Annual Illuminating Hope Affair 
Sunday, May 6th,  3pm-9pm    
Aqua S Restaurant   
Duck, NC  

Please join us for the 4th Annual Illuminating Hope Affair held in loving memory of Elizabeth Redd Lenhart. This year’s party is going to be the best ever! With complimentary beer and wine, superb food from the area’s finest local restaurants and eateries, amazing live music, and a silent auction you have to see to believe!

If you’re unable to attend the event but would still like to support our efforts, you can click here to make a donation to the Elizabeth Redd Lenhart Memorial Fund.

We hope to see you at the 4th Annual Illuminating Hope Affair! This community’s support has meant the world to our family and we know that we can surpass last year’s success with your help!

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2nd Annual Strides for a Find  
Saturday, May 12th 8am-12pm  
International Park    
Paola, KS

Please join us while we honor Bode James Wolfe during this 5k Run/Walk to benefit SIDS Research. The 2nd Annual Strides for a Find is a timed 5k Run/Walk. Check-in/Registration will begin at 8:00am. There will also be a Silent Auction. Help us exceed our mark of $11,000 raised at the 1st Strides for a Find!

Bode’s Story
Bode James Wolfe is the son of Matt and Gretchen Wolfe.  He was born May 11, 2010, and earned his wings on August 26, 2010, only 3 1/2 months later.  His visit to our world made all the difference to us and touched so many people.  This event has been established in his memory to celebrate his life as well as to raise money for research, in hopes that one day no other family will have to experience this tragedy.

Early registration- $25 for Adults; $15 for Youth  Late registration (After April 27th)- $30 for Adults; $15 for Youth

Registration: Advanced registration must be received by April 27, 2012. Starting on April 28, 2012 the late registration price will be applied.T-shirts are only guaranteed to those who registered on or before April 27th, 2012.

If you’d like to register by mail, Click Here to download the Registration Form and mail it to the included address.

If you can’t join us the day of the event but would still like to contribute to Bode’s Fund here at First Candle, please click here to make a secure, online donation! For more information please contact Kristin Brooks at  kristin@firstcandle.org or visit the event website at www.stridesforafind.org.

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 AUGUST

3rd Annual Jillan Abbott SIDS Stomp  
Saturday, August 11th, 2012 8:30amm   
Presque Isle State Park, Beach 1  
Erie, PA

On January 12^th, 2009, our lives changed forever – our five month old daughter, Jillian, died from SIDS. It has become our mission to raise awareness, provide education, and fund research for SIDS.  Please join us for The 3rd Annual Jillian Abbott SIDS Stomp as we remember and honor all babies who have been taken far too soon. Help us to STOMP OUT SIDS as we leisurely stroll through beautiful Presque Isle State Park on Saturday, August 11th, 2012. 

Registration is $20. Each person over 12 to register will receive a walk t-shirt with registration prior to August 1. Walk individually or on a team.

If you are a member of a team and wish to register under your team name, please CLICK HERE to find your team page.

If you wish to register your team for future registrations/donations, please CLICK HERE

For more information visit http://sidsstomperie.com/.  

If you are unable to attend the 3rd Annual Jillian Abbott SIDS Stomp but would like to make a donation, please CLICK HERE.

Last Updated: Jan 23, 2012