Saturday June 20, 2020
We will also be requiring masks at the start and end of the race, but mask may be removed once social distance can be obtained.
EVENT PAGE INFO
Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds
Mitchell Event Center
(Unless Otherwise Noted)
Mitchell, NE
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR BUTTERFLIES AND 5K RUN/WALK WILL OPEN APRIL OF 2020
REGISTRATION FOR 5K RUN/WALK AND FUN RUNS AND FOR BUTTERFLIES WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE ON SATURDAY AT THE EVENT. PLEASE COME!!
Event Schedule
Schedule Subject to Change
7:00 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. ~ Silent Auction
7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ~ Knights of Columbus Breakfast $5.00
7:30 a.m. ~ 5K Run/Walk Starts
Registration: 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 a.m.
(Front Entrance) Metal Building
8:30 a.m. ~ Children's Fun Runs
Registration 6:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
(Front Entrance) Metal Building
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Booths Open ~ Variety of Activities
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. ~ Penny Carnival
9:00 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. Entertainment provided by local artists will be on stage
1:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ~ Silent Auction Wrap-Up
1:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ~ Thank yous/Hope Awards
Approximately 2:00 p.m. ~ Live Auction
Reading of the Names Ceremony ~ to follow Live Auction
The names that are read are of those loved ones who have been recognized on the "Wall of Hope"
(See the Butterflies & Wall of Hope page)
Live Butterfly Release ~ to follow Reading of the Names
(On Outside Stage)/(Weather Permitting)
GREAT FOOD WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE DAY
5K PAGE INFO
Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds
(Front Entrance) (Registration is in first Metal building on the left after entrance)
Mitchell, NE
Online and Mail Registration Information below.
Pre-Registration Encouraged
Online Registration will open April of 2021
Registrations will be welcome the morning of our event!
Registrations taken the morning of the Event will have same entry fees, T-shirts are not guaranteed, although likely.
Run/Walk Events Schedule
Schedule Subject to Change
6:30 a.m. - 7:15 a.m. ~ Registration for Run and Walk
6:30 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. ~ Registration for Children's Fun Run
If Pre-registered, please have check-in completed at least 15 minutes prior to start of race
7:30 a.m. ~ Run & Walk 3.1 mile - Same Course
(Map of 5K Route can be found as a PDF on our Forms page) (Click Here)
8:30 a.m. ~ Children's Fun Run
There will be two Children Runs - One for 5 and Under and one for ages 6 to 10.
These races will be a short distance and about an half mile respectively. Both are non-competitive races.
8:45 a.m. ~ Medals and Prizes for 5K Run Presented
(Must be present to win prize)
Plus Refreshments!
Entry Fees
$15.00 per entry for the 5K Run and 5K Walk and includes T-shirt.
$5.00 per child entry, 10 or younger and includes T-shirt and prize.
On-line entries will be charged an additional $1.00.
Entries by mail should be postmarked on or before June 1, 2021.
Entries received after June 1, will have the same pricing, but T-shirts are not guaranteed, although likely.
Entries taken the morning of the race, will have the same pricing, but T-shirts are not guaranteed, although likely.
5K Run Awards
Medals and prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in all age divisions. A $50.00 gift will be awarded to the overall top male and top female runner. A $25 gift will also be awarded to the second overall male and female runner.
Divisions are 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 & over.
The First and Second Overall Male and Female finishers, receive $50.00 and $25.00 respectively (donated by Debbie and Paul Post in memory of Kyle Andregg).
First Place –Movie and Popcorn for Two (Donated In Memory of Alvina Stoddard by Nile Theater/Ward & Sara Krichau)
Second Place - $15 Subway Card (Donated In Memory of Gerry & Gay Cole by Dallas Massey)
Third Place - $10 Jax Card (Donated in Memory of Cathie McRoberts by Wayne & Heather McRoberts & Donated in Memory of Randy Dannar by Lori Dannar)
5K Walkers
The 5K Walk is non-competitive but participants can be timed and are entered in a drawing.
Check the drawing table at the end of your walk to see if you won a prize!
5K Walk and Children’s Fun Run Prizes are donated in memory of Kay Konz
5K Run Awards
Medals and prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in all age divisions. A $50.00 gift will be awarded to the overall top male and top female runner. A $25 gift will also be awarded to the second overall male and female runner.
Divisions are 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 & over.
The First and Second Overall Male and Female finishers, receive $50.00 and $25.00 respectively (donated by Debbie and Paul Post in memory of Kyle Andregg).
First Place –Movie and Popcorn for Two (Donated In Memory of Alvina Stoddard by Nile Theater/Ward & Sara Krichau)
Second Place - $15 Subway Card (Donated In Memory of Gerry & Gay Cole by Dallas Massey)
Third Place - $10 Jax Card (Donated in Memory of Cathie McRoberts by Wayne & Heather McRoberts & Donated in Memory of Randy Dannar by Lori Dannar)
5K Walkers
The 5K Walk is non-competitive but participants can be timed and are entered in a drawing.
Check the drawing table at the end of your walk to see if you won a prize!
5K Walk and Children’s Fun Run Prizes are donated in memory of Kay Konz
Please Note:
No pets/animals, wagons, bicycles, tricycles, roller blades, roller skates, skateboards, scooters, unauthorized items, or unofficial runners will be allowed on the course. Only strollers and jogging strollers, as well as, scooters (or similar items) for our disabled participants will be allowed.
There will be a one hour limit on the course: after one hour you will run/walk at your own risk.
Map of 5K Route can be found as a PDF on our Forms page- Click Here
For questions regarding the 5K or Children's Fun Run you may contact Vicki at vicki@festivalofhope.net
Use our ONLINE REGISTRATION or click here to download the printable version of the registration form and mailing information.
Automatic Email Receipt Information
These are samples of email receipts you should automatically receive from PayPal. Please review Bold areas. "Item# RUN" begins every receipt and is an indication of registering for any Run, Walk or Fun Run event. The event listed after "Event:" is the option selected.
Notify Vicki of any issues or requested corrections at vicki@festivalofhope.net
Run Sample:
Item# RUN , Event: 5K Run , L: Doe , F: John , Age: 40-49 , G: Male , T Size: A-L , Survivor*: No , Address: 123 Hope Drive, City, State, ZIP: Mitchell, NE 69357 , Email: doe@gmail.com , P-Phone: 308632xxxx, S-Phone: 308631xxxxx , Waiver: Yes
Walk Sample:
Item# RUN , Event: 5K Walk , L: Doe , F: Jane , Age: 40-49 , G: Female , T Size: A-M , Survivor*: YES , Address: 123 Hope Drive, City, State, ZIP: Mitchell, NE 69357 , Email: doe@gmail.com , P-Phone:308632xxxx, S-Phone: 308631xxxxx , Waiver: I am registering for another adult (age 18 or over) who will need to sign consent on the day of the event, prior to race.
Children's Fun Run Sample:
Item# RUN , Event: Children's Fun Run , L: Doe , F: June , Age: 5 & U (Kids) , G: Female , T Size: Y-S , Survivor*: X , Address: 123 Hope Drive , City, State, ZIP: Mitchell, NE 69357 , Email: doe@gmail.com, P-Phone: 308632xxxx , S-Phone: 308631xxxx , Waiver: Yes-Minor
* “Survivor” Explanation: "X" – Not Applicable / "No" – cancer Survivor, but does not request a “survivor t-shirt” / "Yes" – cancer Survivor and requests a “survivor t-shirt”
ONLINE REGISTRATION TO OPEN APRIL OF 2021
YOU CAN REGISTER IN PERSON ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT
Scotts Bluff County Fairgrounds
Mitchell Event Center
(Unless Otherwise Noted)
Mitchell, NE
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR BUTTERFLIES AND 5K RUN/WALK WILL OPEN MAY 1, 2022.
REGISTRATION FOR 5K RUN/WALK AND FUN RUNS AND FOR BUTTERFLIES WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE ON SATURDAY AT THE EVENT. PLEASE COME!!
Event Schedule
Schedule Subject to Change
7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ~ Breakfast Burritos Available for Purchase
Get Roasted Coffee trailer will be Available
8:00 a.m. ~ 5K Run/Walk Starts (Please note change in time)
Registration: 7:00 a.m. to 7:45 a.m.
(Front Entrance) Metal Building
9:00 a.m. ~ Children's Fun Runs
Registration 7:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.
(Front Entrance) Metal Building
8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Survivor Booth Open
Tshirts Available for Purchase
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Entertainment ~ McTeggert Irish Dancers, SHS Cheer Squad, & SHS Drill Team
Approximately 10:30 a.m. Reading of the Names Ceremony
The names that are read are of those loved ones who have been recognized on the "Wall of Hope"
(See the Butterflies & Wall of Hope page)
Live Butterfly Release ~ To follow Reading of the Names
(On Outside Stage)/(Weather Permitting)
And the celebration continues...
Morrill County supports Festival of Hope too with the following
Saturday, June 19, 2021 1-4 p.m.
Prairie Winds Community Center, Bridgeport, NE
Event Schedule
Starting at 1:00 p.m. Food Vendors, Bake Sale, & Silent Auction
1:30 p.m. Entertainment by The Yes MA'AM Singers & McTeggert Irish Dancers
3:45 p.m. Live Auction (Items listed below)
Live Butterfly Release ~ To follow the Live Auction
Live Auction Items
LA-Z-BOY Recliner, Weber Furniture
1 Year Unlimited Car Wash, Paradise Car Wash
2 Tickets to Sawyer Brown & Ned LeDoux July 10 at 5 Rocks Amphitheater, Brian & Kendra Feather
Set of 4 Tires, Wolf Auto
6 Tickets New York Jets vs. Broncos, September 26 at 1:00 p.m. Club Level In Memory of Wade Ladely, Anonymous
1 Night Stay Hotel 21 & Co. King Bed & $50 Gift Card to Steel Grill, Hotel 21 & Co.
To register by MAIL,
Special Raffle Item 2016
Thank you Salem Congregational Church, Dale Brown and Gale Wimberley for your efforts with this wonderful guitar!!!
Tickets available at Platte Valley Bank (Receptionist Desk)
and at Regional West Physicians Clinic (Front Desk) Ask for Shanna
Also......
Night of Hope
A Night of Hope is held in Sidney, NE in August and is a walk for cancer along with other activities. Proceeds from this event help those in the Sidney/Cheyenne County area. Please check out their web site www.nightofhope.com
Alliance Aerie 136 Eagle Riders
This group of motorcycle enthusiasts sponsor an annual motorcycle poker run which is open to the public.
For more information, call:
(308)762-1155 Brown Angus Ranch
Terry Brown: (308) 783-1264
March 27, 2021
Dear Friends of the Festival of Hope:
The committee members and the board of directors of the Festival of Hope have decided that the 19th annual Festival of Hope event scheduled for June 19, 2021 will be a scaled down celebration.
Details of the Event will be posted by May 1, 2021.
The FOH has been very blessed to have such tremendous support from our community and region over the past 18 plus years. We don’t know what the future will bring, but we are committed to continuing our mission to help cancer patients and their families by assisting with non-medical expenses to the best of our ability. Anyone who may benefit from FOH funds, please contact Shelley Thomas, BSW at 308-630-1348 or go to the FOH website @ www.festivalofhope.net.
Again, we want to thank everyone for their generous support of the FOH!!! Your support and contributions through the years and confidence in the FOH, as we carry our mission, is greatly appreciated!!!
Sincerely,
Vince Bjorling, MD, FOH Event Committee, FOH Board of Directors