Summer Vibes! Spring Update

SPRING 2024

This update is long overdue, but I guess that means things have been going pretty well for Brax and have not been all treatment focused. We feel like she is finally settling into a more normal pattern for her maintenance therapy. It was a bit of a rocky start this winter, but things have been going more smoothly lately.

March

Brax was able to attend Northern Lights and the Minnesota State meet to cheer on Brylee and the other Twister gymnasts. We were also able to attend the Big10 Women’s Basketball Championships and watch Caitlin Clark in person. Brax would like us to be very clear that she was NOT cheering for Iowa, but was cheering for Clark and what she has done for women’s sports. Brax & Bry had the opportunity to participate in a fun photo shoot for the new women’s line of UNRL clothing. They had a blast at Profeshie and absolutely love the new line. Brax had treatment right before Easter weekend so she wasn’t feeling very good but was thankful to be outpatient and spend time with the family.

April

April is a busy month around our house in preparation of Champion’s Cup at the end of the month. It was our 4th annual event this year and Brax’s care team was able to move some things around so she could attend the event in person. It is always a ton of work, but a ton of fun at the same time. Thanks so much to our guests, volunteers, sponsors, and partners for another great event to raise funds for TB1F.

May

We were finally able to sneak away to Florida as a family for a long weekend in May. This was Brax’s first trip since she relapsed in November 2022. We had several other trips scheduled, but for various reasons we needed to cancel. We were nervous and excited at the same time. With Brax still being in active therapy we would need to go to a different hospital other than Masonic if she was to get sick/fever/low counts etc. Thankfully all went well and she felt good and we all had a great time in the beautiful Florida sunshine. A few faves from this trip include: LOTS of pool time, eating at our favorite restaurants, cheering for the Wolves on TV for Game 7, golf cart rides, seeing a monster gator sunning itself on the golf course, and having a change of scenery from our house in Blaine.

Other fun things in May included: Mother’s Day brunch, going to Game #1 of the Wolves v. Mavericks playoff series, attending the TCT Optional Banquet, TB1F Sibling Day at Top Golf, and Max’s 4th Birthday Party.

June

Last day of 8th Grade for Brax and 6th Grade for Bry! TB1F hosted Putt 4 Patients and it was the best one to date. Great weather, turnout, prizes, athlete & radio appearances, and fun! The same weekend as P4P the girls were finally able to meet their new baby cousin Emmett who lives in Arizona. We were able to have all 18 of us from the Battaglia family together for the first time. Other fun things so far in June include: Twins game and FloRida concert, Bunker Beach, hanging out with friends, PT, hoops & pickleball on the sport court, and babysitting. We are so excited for Olympic Trials for gymnastics at the end of the month.

We have our last big event of the year coming up in a few weeks. Summer Sounds – Music with a Mission is back for it’s 3rd year and continues to keep growing. This year it will be a 2-day event on July 19 & 20 (Fri & Sat). We have 5 Nashville Artists coming to town, including Adam Doleac (Friday headliner) & Michael Ray (Saturday headliner). We are looking to FILL THE FIELD that weekend and if you are looking for something to do, please come out. Free Parking, Food Trucks and All-Inclusive Drinks (both Adult & N/A depending on ticket purchased) GA Tickets still avail and limited VIP remain for Friday, Saturday VIP less than 5 remain. More info online at www.summersoundsmn.com Sponsorship opportunities available as well for any business owners that want to get involved.

Last, but not least we are also partnering with Taste Fore The Tour – Tee off against hunger this July, binging together top culinary talent and celebrities to raise awareness and donations to address the needs of the hungry and food-insecure families at M Health Masonic Children’s hospital.

Day Brighteners is what Brax has focused her mission on since day 1 and there is arguably nothing more important than being able to provide parents and families of in-patient children some stability around a healthy meal or snack when life is coming at you 100 miles per hour.  Many people may not realize that while in the hospital, only the patient is granted free meals.  The caretaker is left to cover their own meals at their own expense, which can be both challenging and a financial burden on an already overwhelming experience.   This partnership with Taste Fore The Tour will allow us to build out programming to make sure we can support in-patient caregivers and also continue to provide all-inclusive hospitality events both inside and outside the hospital.  #DayBrightened There are still a few opportunities to get involved if interested. www.tasteforethetour.com/

Hoping everyone has a FUN & SAFE summer! And as always, we have met and made many good friend through this experience and ask for continued prayers for Casey as he continues to recover.

☀TB1F Summer Events – MiniGolf & Music!

Putt 4 Patients – Saturday, June 8 (Next weekend!)

Kick off summer with TB1Fund at the Putt 4 Patients event in the SCHEELS parking lot! ☀️⛳
Join us for an afternoon full of mini-golf, KFAN & K102 Radio appearances, bounce houses, food trucks, tons of prizes, and MORE!

The first 200 guests will receive a P4P x UNRL hat or T-shirt. The event will be the start to TB1F’s annual toy drive! ❤️

⛳ Mini-Golf Course
🎪 Bounce Houses and Challenger courses
🎙 KFAN & K102 radio personality appearances
🌭 Chick-Fil-A, Jonny Pops and More!
🐻 Mascot Photo Opportunities
🎶 GenNow DJ
🎨 Face painting and caricatures
🏈 Pro Athlete Appearances
🎁 TONS of prize drawings
🚘 NEW cars on display: Presented by BMW of Minnetonka
🎟️ Tickets can be purchased through the link OR on-site the day of the event

Any toys donated at the event will earn you 5 prize drawing tickets!
BONUS tickets rewarded for toys bought from SCHEELS. 😍🧸

Visit www.TB1Fund.org for more details, FAQs and to purchase tickets!

Summer Sounds – Music with a Mission – Fri/Sat, July 19 & 20

Summer Sounds tickets are moving fast and with 5 Nashville Acts over 2 Nights, this is a weekend you don’t want to miss. This event is like no other concert in terms of value and intimacy. We hope you can join us and experience a show like no other. We have chosen to keep beverages FREE for everyone based on ticketing tiers. VIPs enjoy exclusive access to the BMW VIP Tent with FREE food from 6-8PM each night, in addition to all-inclusive beverages from any of the 3 bars and VIP tent.

Buy yours at the current price or before they sell out!

Important Ticket Updates
Limited VIP Tickets and VIP Tables remain.

Current ticket prices valid through Friday, June 14 at 11:59pm CST. Prices increase June 15.

BUY TICKETS NOW before price increase.

FRIDAY, JULY 19th
Gates open at 5PM
Headliner: Adam Doleac
Direct Support: Chase Wright

SATURDAY, JULY 20th
Gates open at 4PM
Headliner: Michael Ray
Direct Support: Noah Hicks
Special Guest: Abbie Nylin

General Admission tickets starting at $15-$50 per night or $25-$85 for the weekend. All-inclusive soda and water included in ticket price.

GA with Full Beverage Package tickets are just $100 per night or $165 for the weekend! Enjoy unlimited beverages from any of the 3 bars. Alcohol is not avail to purchase, MUST have the package – keeps lines short and drinks in hand.

Summer Sounds proudly serves Tito’s, Dobel Tequila, and Pendleton Whisky & STILLY.

Limited VIP Tickets and VIP Reserved Tables remain.

CLICK HERE to buy tickets now!

For more information, updates , sponsorship opportunities and FAQs visit: www.summersoundsmn.com

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