Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk 2016

This year, once again, Dr. Tom and the Infinite Eye Care staff will be supporting the fight against breast cancer with the American Cancer Society at the Making Strides of Central Minnesota walk. The walk is set to be held at Hallenbeck Hall at SCSU Saturday, October 15th.  Our goal is to raise $2500 for the cause.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. Each year, it is estimated that over 246,000 women in the United States alone will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Statistics show that one in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. On average, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer every two minutes. However, there are currently 2.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

Making Strides

Survival rates for Breast Cancer patients have been on the rise since about 1990, partly due to better screening and early detection, increased awareness, and continually improving treatment options. However, survival rate improvement would not have accelerated at the rate it has without the support of community members and resources from the American Cancer Society. According to last year’s statistics from cancer.org, “The Society is currently funding more than $86 million in breast cancer research through 204 research and training grants. These grants are awarded in multiple areas relevant to the disease, including genetics, etiology, diagnostics, drug development; and preclinical, clinical, and epidemiological studies in prevention, diagnosis, treatment and quality of life.”

Programs such as Relay For Life and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer are a huge asset in supporting the fight against breast cancer. Relay For Life has rallied four million people worldwide, raising critical funds to help fuel the mission of the American Cancer Society and impact millions of lives. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks are influential as well, raising awareness and funds to stunt breast cancer – it is the largest network of breast cancer events in the nation. It unites nearly 300 communities to finish the fight. Funds raised by the walk allow the American Cancer Society to pioneer research for breast cancer, provide free educational programs to patients, survivors, and caregivers, and improve the screening processes.

The 2015 Making Strides team

Infinite Eye Care recognizes the important influence that the Strides Against Breast Cancer walk has in the fight against this insidious disease. We acknowledge the impact that a community can have when it comes together. That is why we want to invite those around us to join us in supporting a cause bigger than ourselves; be a part of a movement that can have a profound impact on many lives by walking with us on October 15th.

Find out how you can join our team and have a lasting impression by visiting our Strides Against Breast Cancer page.

Watch our Making Strides Against Breast Cancer video on Youtube.

The Top Children’s Books That Will Get Your Kids Reading Again

If you haven’t yet signed up for Infinite Eye Care’s Reading Bug Contest, you had better get going! The contest will be continuing until August 19th, and if your kids haven’t started yet, they’ll have a bit of ground to make up! Join Infinite Eye care in encouraging our community to have fun reading again!

Studies show that kids lose retention and knowledge learned during the school year while enjoying the months of summer. The appropriately named “summer slide” can create an impact on a child’s learning - especially when they return in the fall. That is why every summer, Infinity Eye Care provides this program to motivate kids to read more during the summer.

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At times, however, it can be difficult at times to determine what books to read, with millions of different lengths, genres and styles available. That struggle should hopefully be eased with this list of 100 Greatest Books for Kids from scholastic.com. Some of our favorite classics include:

Charlotte’s Web, by E.B. White

Charlotte’s Web is the classic tale of Wilbur the pig and his unlikely friendship with a spider named Charlotte. Whether you’re reading it for the first time or the hundredth, this book is entertaining for all ages.

The Snowy Day, by Ezra Jack Keats

The tale tells the story of a young boy exploring the city during a very snowy day. This picture-based book is perfect for younger readers.

Where the Wild Things Are, by Maurice Sendak

After Max is sent to bed without his supper, he imagines himself sailing to an island inhabited by beasts called the Wild Things. While the story itself is fairly short, your kids will love the illustration and imagination in this book.

Green Eggs and Ham, by Dr. Seuss

One of many classics by Dr. Suess, the book tells the story of Sam, a stubborn person who is hesitant to try new things. Fun fact: This book was the result of a bet between Seuss and his publisher, who challenged him to keep the entire book under 50 different words, which Suess did.

Frog and Toad are Friends, by Arnold Lobel

The book tells the story of two friends —a frog and a toad — and the tales they share together. The book is broken into five different stories, so it is perfect for new chapter book readers.

Matilda, by Roald Dahl

The novel tells the story of a neglected yet intelligent young girl named Matilda and her remarkable powers.

The Adventures of Captain Underpants, by Dav Pilkey

This book series tells the story of two boys creating a superhero that comes to life. No one knows his true identity - not even Captain Underpants himself!

Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, by Grace Lin

The book tells the story of a young girl going on a journey trying to find the Old Man on the Moon as he knows all of life’s questions.

The Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahame

The book tells the story of the adventures that a curious Mole has after leaving his home to explore. Along the way, he meets and befriends a laid-back Rat and an eccentric Toad, and they have exciting adventures together.

Hopefully, some of these books will help your kids start their summer reading adventure and reach their Reading Bug contest goals. There are hundreds and thousands of other books to pick and choose from—for all ages and reading levels.  What are your favorite classic stories? Let us know in the comments.

Making Strides Against Central MN

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Are you doing anything to help this cause? If not, now’s your chance to do so!

At Infinite Eye Care, we have formed a team, Infinite Pink, to help support the fight against breast cancer! Our team will be walking at the Making Strides of Central MN Walk at SCSU’s Halenbeck Hall on October 18th and would LOVE for you to join us! Registration & photos start at 7 am and the 3-mile walk begins at 9 am. We will walk rain or shine so make sure to come prepared.

Our goal, as a team, is to raise $1500. With your help, we will be able to reach this goal. While a number of you have mentioned interest in joining a team, Team Infinite Pink has great incentives if you join the team. You could get a cool t-shirt designed by Facetime Business Resources!  

Here’s all we need you to do:

• Click the link below & donate $25 (by Friday 10/10/2014) or more, you will receive a t-shirt and can walk the fun event on 10/18 with us.
• Click the link below & donate $40 (by Friday 10/10/2014) or more, you will receive a t-shirt, walk the walk, and receive 20% off ANY product at IEC until 12/31/14.
• If you qualify for a t-shirt and plan to join us for the walk on 10/18, email Dr. Tom at drtom@infiniteeyecare.com.

Donate or Join Team Infinite Pink Here

This is truly an amazing event and we would be honored to even have you join us for fun; so don’t let finances refrain you. Your presence is a gift in itself. Thank you for your support.

Sauk Rapids Ladies Night Out

We are thrilled to announce we are a part of Sauk Rapids Ladies Night Out events as one of the participating businesses! These events are held every third Thursday of June, July, August, and September. 

These events give us an opportunity to stay involved in the community and have some fun! Giveaways, drinks and snacks are just some of what you can expect at these fun- filled events. 

We had a blast participating in the first Ladies Night Out event. We gave away a stylish STORM sports shirt. 2 coach purses were also given away as part of the big outing. We gave away free retina exams to those that came into Infinite Eye Care. Shear Dynamics also came in to talk about face makeovers and hairstyles. 

The second Ladies Night Out was Hawaiian themed and was on the 17^th of July. Guests had the chance to win an Infinite Eye Care cooler! The lucky winner of this prize was very ecstatic! 

You can look forward to the next Ladies Night Out event on Thursday August 14^th. For more information on the Ladies Night Out events visit: http://on.fb.me/1lLbUcv.