Zink: the Myth, the Legend, the Zebra, a play based on a true story of one child’s journey with leukemia, will be performed the first weekend of March to benefit Children’s Cancer Connection.
The UU Children’s Theater will present the show to audiences on March 4 at 7:00 p.m., March 5 at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and March 6 at 1:30 p.m. at the First Unitarian Church of Des Moines (1800 Bell Avenue in Des Moines). Tickets are $10.00 each and may be purchased at the door or in advance at: www.ChildrensCancerConnection.org/ZinkTheZebra.
Bob Filippone, director and producer of Zink: the Myth, the Legend, the Zebra, said theater and acting had a positive influence on him while he was in high school. Because of this, Filippone was inspired to provide a similar positive experience for the children in his church. In 2007, he decided to start the UU Children’s Theater at the First Unitarian Church of Des Moines.
Each year, they hold auditions in December to prepare for the upcoming play in the spring. They have never turned away any actors and this year there are 18 children involved in the show. Bob said that it’s been incredibly rewarding to watch the growth of the children who’ve participated in the plays over the past four years. Bob then decided to produce Zink after reading over the script for a few years. “It struck a nerve that I just couldn’t shake and I had to have the chance to tell the story my way,” said Filippone.
“When I decided to do Zink, I knew what I had to do,” said Filippone. “We had to donate a portion of the proceeds to sponsor a cabin of kids at Camp Heart Connection’s Oncology Camp.”
Camp Heart Connection offers two week-long summer camps – one for children with cancer and other for their siblings. The purpose of the camp is to provide a forum for children to talk with other children who have been affected by childhood cancer and understand how they are feeling. During the week the children are able to build a network of support- a group of friends available when they need to talk with someone who “understands.”
Zink: the Myth, the Legend, the Zebra is a heartfelt show that showcases the power of imagination, friendship and uniqueness.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Help Celebrate World Cancer Day!
Help Celebrate World Cancer Day!
Coming up on Friday, February 4th is World Cancer Day. In order to spread awareness, Children’s Cancer Connection is asking you to change your Facebook profile picture for the day. We’ve created a JPEG photo that we would like our volunteers, families, and supporters to put on their Facebook. Just follow these instructions!
1. Click here to visit the "World Cancer Day" page on CCC's website.
2. Once you're on the page scroll to the bottom, right click on the picture and save it to your computer.
3. On February 4, log in to your Facebook account. Scroll over your current profile picture and text will pop up that says, “change picture.” Click on this text and follow the prompts to upload the “Crush Childhood Cancer” graphic as your profile.
4. Encourage others to do so as well...and if you'd really love to go above and beyond, copy and paste the follow sentences as the caption for the photo: "I support Children's Cancer Connection and World Cancer Day 2011! Visit: www.ChildrensCancerConnection.org.
Thanks in advance for supporting Children’s Cancer Connection by creating awareness on World Cancer Day!
Coming up on Friday, February 4th is World Cancer Day. In order to spread awareness, Children’s Cancer Connection is asking you to change your Facebook profile picture for the day. We’ve created a JPEG photo that we would like our volunteers, families, and supporters to put on their Facebook. Just follow these instructions!
1. Click here to visit the "World Cancer Day" page on CCC's website.
2. Once you're on the page scroll to the bottom, right click on the picture and save it to your computer.
3. On February 4, log in to your Facebook account. Scroll over your current profile picture and text will pop up that says, “change picture.” Click on this text and follow the prompts to upload the “Crush Childhood Cancer” graphic as your profile.
4. Encourage others to do so as well...and if you'd really love to go above and beyond, copy and paste the follow sentences as the caption for the photo: "I support Children's Cancer Connection and World Cancer Day 2011! Visit: www.ChildrensCancerConnection.org.
Thanks in advance for supporting Children’s Cancer Connection by creating awareness on World Cancer Day!
Friday, January 21, 2011
2nd Annual Photo Connection Contest!
Children’s Cancer Connection is proud to present the 2nd annual Photo Connection Photo Contest! We encourage all Children’s Cancer Connection families and volunteers to begin gathering photos for submission that tell the story of Children’s Cancer Connection.
Photos may be submitted via our website from Feb 1-28, 2011 and all photos must be from the 2010 calendar year to be considered.
This year there are six categories: Camp Heart Connection, Family Outings, Hospital Based, Volunteer, Survivorship and Individual Child. A more detailed list will appear on our website and the photo entry form, which will be available on our website on January 31st.
See below for the winner of last year’s photo connection contest, Loden Maxon!
The top three photos in each category and the overall grand prize winner will be showcased on our website and blog and mentioned in our E-Newsletter. Also, the first 25 people to submit photos will receive two free tickets to Adventureland!
More information will be available as the submission dates come closer. For now, search for your favorite pictures to submit and look at our website to see last year’s winners.
For additional questions please contact Emily at: Emily@ChildrensCancerConnection.com or by phone at (515) 243-6239 ext. 1102.
Photos may be submitted via our website from Feb 1-28, 2011 and all photos must be from the 2010 calendar year to be considered.
This year there are six categories: Camp Heart Connection, Family Outings, Hospital Based, Volunteer, Survivorship and Individual Child. A more detailed list will appear on our website and the photo entry form, which will be available on our website on January 31st.
See below for the winner of last year’s photo connection contest, Loden Maxon!
The top three photos in each category and the overall grand prize winner will be showcased on our website and blog and mentioned in our E-Newsletter. Also, the first 25 people to submit photos will receive two free tickets to Adventureland!
More information will be available as the submission dates come closer. For now, search for your favorite pictures to submit and look at our website to see last year’s winners.
For additional questions please contact Emily at: Emily@ChildrensCancerConnection.com or by phone at (515) 243-6239 ext. 1102.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Welcome New Intern: Shannon Kerr!
Children's Cancer Connection would like to welcome our newest communications intern, Shannon Kerr! Shannon is from Urbandale, Iowa where she attended Dowling Catholic High School. She is currently a sophomore broadcast news major, marketing minor at Drake University. She has been involved with many different organizations on campus including Alpha Phi, Alpha Lambda Delta, and Student Activities Board Committees. Shannon enjoys swimming, shopping, and spending time with her family and friends!
"I'm excited to learn more about Children's Cancer Connection and all the wonderful things they do for the Des Moines community," said Kerr. "When I was younger, my older sister suffered from cancer and after seeing her survive it, it's special to me to help these families go through some of the same obstacles. It's so amazing how everything we do here has such an impact on their lives and brings joy to these families on daily basis."
Shannon is also excited about the experience and opportunites she will gain working with Emily Beckmann, Director of Marketing and Communications. She can't wait to expand her marketing and communication knowledge and skills during her time at Children's Cancer Connection.
If you are interested in interning at Children's Cancer Connection, fill out an application form online today!
"I'm excited to learn more about Children's Cancer Connection and all the wonderful things they do for the Des Moines community," said Kerr. "When I was younger, my older sister suffered from cancer and after seeing her survive it, it's special to me to help these families go through some of the same obstacles. It's so amazing how everything we do here has such an impact on their lives and brings joy to these families on daily basis."Shannon is also excited about the experience and opportunites she will gain working with Emily Beckmann, Director of Marketing and Communications. She can't wait to expand her marketing and communication knowledge and skills during her time at Children's Cancer Connection.
If you are interested in interning at Children's Cancer Connection, fill out an application form online today!
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Why volunteer with Children's Cancer Connection?
Children's Cancer Connection utilizes hundreds of volunteers every year so we can provide excellent programs for families affected by childhood cancer at little or no cost to them. In this episode of "Simply Connected," two of our devoted volunteers share their stories about why they personally believe in Children's Cancer Connection and why they volunteer to support our cause each week!
The Medical Side of Childhood Cancer and Survivorship
Dr. Woods-Swafford, Pediatric Hemotologist Oncologist at Blank Children's Hosiptal, and Mark Slocum, Executive Director at Children's Cancer Connection, joined us on Simply Connected to discuss the medical side of childhood cancer including topics focused on late effects and survivorship.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
MOMS Club of West Des Moines works hard to keep kids cozy
Oh, how we love the holidays. The generosity and kind-hearted spirits, the smiles and thoughtfulness that people bring into our office is enough cause for holiday cheer.
Last Friday, Julie Petsche of the MOMS Club of West Des Moines, dropped off 30 fleece no-sew tie blankets for Children’s Cancer Connection to give to children recently diagnosed with cancer.
The MOMS Club is a national nonprofit organization comprised of local stay at home mothers and their children who get together and complete service projects, have play dates and hold other fun programs.
Petsche said MOMS Club of West Des Moines meets during the day, a time when moms need the most support. “We offer a variety of activities for moms and children to do, including but not limited to, family parties, guest speakers, monthly meetings, playgroups and family oriented activities,” she said.
The club learned about Children’s Cancer Connection through their past work with Blank Children’s Hospital. “While we do not have the ability to have a personal connection to the children, making no-sew fleece blankets gives us the chance to put a smile on their faces,” Petsche said.
“Once we decided we'd make them, we set a goal of 10-15 blankets. We ended up with 30 blankets!” she said. “Several moms got together one night for a MOMS night in and we tied all the blankets together. It was a great time knowing we were helping the children!”
The MOMS Club is a national nonprofit organization comprised of local stay at home mothers and their children who get together and complete service projects, have play dates and hold other fun programs.
Petsche said MOMS Club of West Des Moines meets during the day, a time when moms need the most support. “We offer a variety of activities for moms and children to do, including but not limited to, family parties, guest speakers, monthly meetings, playgroups and family oriented activities,” she said.
“Once we decided we'd make them, we set a goal of 10-15 blankets. We ended up with 30 blankets!” she said. “Several moms got together one night for a MOMS night in and we tied all the blankets together. It was a great time knowing we were helping the children!”
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