October 15, 2009
Celebrating a 29-Year Partnership with the General Motors Men’s and Women’s Clubs
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The Special Olympics Michigan State Soccer & Cycling Finals will draw about 1,100 athletes, coaches and volunteers to the GM Tech Center and Halmich Park in Warren on October 16 & 17. For 29 years the General Motors Men’s and Women’s Clubs have helped us host the event with the help of General Motors. General Motors employees have been so extremely supportive by volunteering their time to help with all aspects of the Games including assisting at the competitions and cheering on athletes. The GM Tech Center hosts Opening Ceremonies, meetings, cycling competitions and even the athlete’s dance. “Our athletes look forward every year to going to the beautiful GM Tech Center and seeing the cars in the lobby,” said Chief Program Officer Ann Guzdzial.
These are challenging times for non-profits and the automotive industry. So we celebrate and thank the General Motors Men’s and Women’s Clubs for a partnership that has spanned nearly three decades. We welcome the community to come out to support the athletes and thank our host sponsor for their support all these years. Click here for more details about the State Soccer & Cycling Finals.
CMU's Disability Awareness Fair
Special Olympics Michigan is taking part in the Disability Awareness Fair at Finch Fieldhouse on the campus of CMU this Saturday, October 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event – which is free and open to the public – will be the highlight of the university’s month-long effort to increase disability awareness this October. The event will include more than 50 vendors and advocacy groups. More details.
CMU Homecoming 5k Miles For Medals Event a Huge Success!
Runners start thte CMU Homecoming Miles for Medals 5k on Oct. 10, 2009 |
A chilly morning greeted more than 400 runners in the Special Olympics Michigan (SOMI) Miles for Medals Homecoming 5k and one mile fun run/walk on Oct. 10. But the elements didn't slow down the runners as they ran a course through the campus of Central Michigan University (CMU).
The first Miles for Medals 5k at CMU drew about 60 runners. The event grows more and more every year, which is exciting for Special Olympics Michigan! MORE
2010 National Games Coaching Opportunity
 The deadline is fast approaching for Special Olympics Michigan coaches interested in accompanying the Michigan delegation of athletes and volunteers to the 2010 National Games in Nebraska July 18-23, 2010. Coaches who are certified or seeking certification can apply. Click here for the application and more details.
What do Halloween and the Polar Plunge Have in Common?
 Costumes of course! So save those Halloween costumes or buy them on sale after October 31st to prepare to plunge! The Special Olympics Michigan Polar Plunge series kicks off January 24! There are nearly two dozen dates and locations around the state to choose from. Create a crazy challenge with another company or friend and raise money to support athletes of Special Olympics Michigan. Click here for more details or Register online at http://firstgiving.com/polarplunge
Touch a Heart with Touchdowns! Help Make a Very Special Athlete's Dream Come True.
 Support the athletes of Special Olympics Michigan by pledging dollars for every touchdown the Lion's score this season.
Touch A Heart With Touchdowns is a fundraising program reliant on the generosity of Lions fans by tying the amount of their donations directly to the number of touchdowns the Lions score in a single season. PLEDGE ONLINE
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Upcoming Events
2009 State Soccer & Cycling Finals
Oct. 16, 2009 to Oct. 17, 2009
Warren
Bowling Fundraiser
Oct. 16, 2009
Sterling Heights
Disabilities Awareness Fair at Central Michigan University
Oct. 17, 2009
CMU
Miles for Medals
Oct. 17, 2009
Big Rapids
Miles for Medals
Oct. 17, 2009
Oscoda
Detroit Free Press Marathon
Oct. 18, 2009
Detroit
Miles for Medals
Oct. 18, 2009
Grand Rapids
Halloween Benefit Dance
Oct. 24, 2009
Gaylord
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
Nov. 3, 2009
Cadillac
Dining Donation
Nov. 9, 2009
Sterling Heights
More Events »
January 24
Lansing
February 6, 2010
Stanton
Muskegon
February 13, 2010
Traverse City
Cheboygan
Belleville
February 20, 2010
Jackson
Mount Pleasant- CMU
Gaylord
Ann Arbor
Grand Rapids
February 27, 2010
Detroit
Saginaw/Bay City
Mecosta/Osceola
Alpena
February 28, 2010
Pinckney
March 13, 2010
UP
March 20, 2010
Kalamazoo
TBD
Flint
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