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Local Special Events

Arthritis Foundation Upper Midwest Region
Annual Fundraising Events

Wine Tasting
Wine Tasting events held in Milwaukee (Feb. 17, 2012), Green Bay (Oct. 2012) , and Madison (Oct. 13, 2012) provide samples of a variety of wines in a social setting including food, raffle and silent auctions.


Juvenile Arthritis March (JAM)
JAM is an upbeat, positive day for kids and families to raise awareness that kids get arthritis too. Individuals and teams are encouraged to participate and raise pledges to help fund the juvenile programs and services of the Arthritis Foundation Upper Midwest Region. (Mar. 3, 2012). JAM is held at the Mall of America in Bloominton, MN.


FestivAle
Think local. Drink local. A craft brew tasting in Madison featuring beers from Wisconsin including live music, and raffle. Designated Driver tickets available. (Mar. 10, 2012)


Arthritis Walk
Held annually during National Arthritis month in May, one-or-three-mile course options are walked by participants to raise awareness and funds for programs, services and research.
2012 Arthritis Walk locations:

Minnesota:
Mankato (Apr. 28, 2012)
Brainerd/Baxter (May 19, 2012)
Edina (Sept. 22, 2012)

North Dakota:
Bismarck/Mandan (May 5, 2012)
Grand Forks (Oct. 20, 2012)

Wisconsin:
Lake Geneva (May 5, 2012)
Hartland (May 19, 2012)
Dane County (May 12, 2012)
Green Bay/Bellevue (June 2, 2012)


Justin Morneau’s Casino Night
Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau and his friends, including Minnesota Twins athletes, sponsor this Minneapolis casino night to benefit the Arthritis Foundation Upper Midwest Region. The casino night includes silent and live auction featuring sports memorabilia and much more. (June 10, 2012)


Golf FORE Healthy Joints
In shotgun style, foursomes hit the links during this golf benefit at Maple Bluff Country Club in Madison, WI (June 18, 2012).


Commitment to a Cure
The Commitment to a Cure breakfast and evening reception are designed to educate, inspire and build new friendships while raising money to fight arthritis. Attendees will experience an unforgettable, succinct presentation of the extraordinary work of the Arthritis Foundation. (Oct. 2012)


Run/Walk to Milwaukee Irish Fest
A certified 5K run/fun walk along Milwaukee’s Lakefront ending at the north gate of the world’s largest Irish festival (Aug. 18, 2012).


Bone Appetit
The 24th annual gala held at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee (Oct. 2012) features dinner, tribute, auction, and a unique theme offering community leaders a chance to show their glamour and support of the Arthritis Foundation’s mission.


Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis
Participants bundled in holiday cheer run or walk a 5K to raise funds for arthritis programs, services and research.
2012 Jingle Bell Run/Walk locations:

Minnesota:
Marshall (Nov. 2012)
Duluth (Dec. 2012)

North Dakota: Racine (Dec. 2012)
Fargo, N.D./Moorhead, Minn. (Dec. 1, 2012)

South Dakota:
Sioux Falls (Nov. 2012)

Wisconsin:
Milwaukee (Nov. 2012)
Janesville (Dec. 1, 2012)
Madison (Dec. 8, 2012)
Fox Cities (Dec. 2012)
Green Bay (Dec. 2012)
Marin./Menom. (Dec. 2012)
Eau Claire (Dec. 2012)
Oshkosh (Dec. 2012)
Wausau (Dec. 2012)


Let’s Move Together Joint Walk
On location event for a company to raise funds for the Arthritis Foundation when their employees take a walk (one mile minimum) during the workday. Often over a lunchtime followed by a box lunch. Encourages sense of community and healthy lifestyle throughout the organization.
Green Bay (May 2012)

Arthritis Walk - Northern Lakes
Baxter, MN - May 19

Justin Morneau's Casino Night
Minneapolis, MN - June 10

Public Forum: Everything You K'Need to Know
Minneapolis, MN - June 13

Public Forum: Arthritis & Exercise
Shoreview, MN - June 18

Public Forum: Conservative and Surgical Options for Shoulder, Hip and Knee Pain
Edina, MN - July 11

Juvenile Arthritis Conference
St. Louis, MO - July 19-22

Camp M.A.S.H.
Wisconsin Dells, WI - Aug. 4-9

Public Forum: How to Manage Hip and Knee Pain and Injuries
Bloomington, MN - Aug. 8

Juvenile Arthritis Family Network (JAFN) Meeting
Minneapolis, MN - Sept. 8

Public Forum: How to Manage Knee Pain and Sports Injuries
Minnetonka, MN - Sept. 12

Arthritis Walk - Twin Cities
Edina, MN - Sept. 22

Public Forum: Treatment Options for Arthritis and Sports Related Options
Columbia Heights, MN - Oct. 3

Juvenile Arthritis Family Network (JAFN) Meeting
Minneapolis, MN - Oct. 13

Commitment to a Cure
St. Paul, MN - Oct. 11

Public Forum: Treatment Options for Arthritis & Sports Injuries
Columbia Heights, MN - Oct. 24

Jingle Bell Run/Walk - Southwest MN
Marshall, MN - Nov. 10

Juvenile Arthritis Family Network (JAFN) Meeting
Minneapolis, MN - Nov. 10

Public Forum: Getting the Right Diagnosis for Hip and Back Pain
Minneapolis, MN - Nov. 13

Jingle Bell Run/Walk - Duluth
Duluth, MN - Dec. 1

Jingle Bell Run/Walk - Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI - Dec. 8

Juvenile Arthritis Family Network (JAFN) Meeting
Minneapolis, MN - Dec. 8

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