1st Annual Rusty Rudder Golf Tournament Helps Raise $4,000 for Families of SMA

Friends of Brielle and Brooke Kennedy and The Rusty Rudder Work to Raise Awareness about SMA

Skybrook Golf Course in Huntersville, North Carolina, hosted The Rusty Rudder’s 1^st Charity golf tournament for Families of SMA.  It was a beautiful day that hosted over 140 golfers.

Brielle and Brooke Kennedy, who suffer from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type II, stole the hearts of many in the Charlotte, NC region. Both Eric Paul and Brian Johnston, of The Rusty Rudder Management Staff, knew they had to do something to help.  They both met the girls earlier in the year at a casino night fundraiser for the girls, hosted at Hendrick Motorsports, and they wanted to do everything they could to help find a cure to this devastating disease.  Eric and Brian rallied the community and vowed to raise monies and awareness for SMA. A golf tournament seemed the perfect fit and away they went to the drawing board, and on September 13^th, they held their first ever charity golf tournament.

“We knew we had a lot to do in a short period of time, but we’d do anything we could to help these two sweet little angels”, said Eric Paul, Owner of The Rusty Rudder.  The ladies and gentlemen that participated teed off to a shotgun start, captain’s choice format and finished up around 4:00pm.  After golf a reception was held back at The Rusty Rudder with complimentary food, cocktails, friends and family.  “We couldn’t have asked for a better turnout the first time and we can’t wait to start planning again for next year”, said Brian Johnston, General Manager of The Rusty Rudder.  Kristin Balzer’s team won the tournament and bragging rights for next year.  “The Rusty Rudder is a great place to work and my father and his team were thrilled to participate and can’t wait to defend the winning title until next year”, said Kristin Balzer, bartender at The Rusty Rudder.  If you are ever in the Cornelius area of Lake Norman, NC, home to many superstars of NASCAR, please be sure to stop in at The Rusty Rudder and say hi to Eric and Brian!  Also, keep an eye on EBAY auctions under The Rusty Rudder for opportunities to bid on Used Raced NASCAR sheetmetal from Kasey Kahne, Richard Petty, AJ Allmendinger, Carl Edwards and many more.

Altogether, The Rusty Rudder Golf Tournament raised $4,000 for Families of SMA!

- Eric Paul of The Rusty Rudder & Christen Tinsley of HendrickMotorsports and Friends of Brielle and Brooke Kennedy

Fundraiser: Premier Designs High Fashion Jewelry Party Raises $284.75 for Families of SMA!

Time	Thursday, February 3 · 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location	Main Street Pub 52879 N Main St. Mattawan, MI
Created By	Sarah K.
More Info	It’s almost Valentine’s Day and what better way to celebrate than having a fun night out with the girls and getting some beautiful jewelry! Come out Thursday, February 3rd and browse the new 2011 spring/summer jewelry line from Premier Designs! A percentage of all sales will be donated for SMA research. Can’t make it? Pre-order something beautiful for your spring wardrobe! What: Premiere Designs High Fashion Jewelry Party http://www.premierdesigns.com/ When: Thursday February 3rd, 2011 at 7:00 pm Where: Main Street Pub/Restaurant, Mattawan, MI 49071 or call in your order by 2/4/11. How to order: If you need a catalog please contact: Sherry Crossley Phone: 269-629-4588 E:mail: Sherrycrossley@sbcglobal.net 1. Fill in all information in the Order Form. 2. Pay your total (a $4.00 Shipping and Handling Fee is added to the subtotal BEFORE adding the 6% sales tax) with cash or check written to Sherry Crossley. If you wish to pay with a CREDIT CARD, write your number in the appropriate box on the order form and seal it in an envelope. 3. This show closes on 2/5/11 Orders take approximately 5 days to ship and up to another five days to deliver. Thank you for your support! Your Jeweler: Sherry Crossley Phone: 269-629-4588 E:mail: Sherrycrossley@sbcglobal.net

Dinner/Auction Fundraiser To Benefit Brielle and Brooke

Time	Friday, June 11, 2010 · 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Location	Gull Lake Country Club 9725 W Gull Lake Dr Richland, MI
Created By	Friends of Brielle and Brooke
More Info	Friends of Brielle & Brooke will be holding an auction fundraiser to benefit Brielle and Brooke Kennedy. Enjoy dinner overlooking beautiful Gull Lake Live Music by Dave Proulx …Extensive Silent Auction Live Auction by James Pierce of Pierce Auction Service When: Friday, June 11, 2010; 6:30pm Where: Gull Lake Country Club 9725 West Gull Lake Drive Richland, MI 49083 Tickets are $25/person and may be purchased through Fundraiser@brielleandbrooke.org Sponsored by Nick & Teresa Tepe Keyser Agency www.keyseragency.com Lacey Physical Therapy Center, Inc. www.laceypt.com Midwest Energy Cooperative www.teammidwest.com PawPaw Village Drug www.pawpawvillagedrug.com Bob & Judy DeHaan Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6248, Decatur Dr. Donald & Susan Hight Medicine Tree Pharmacy www.medicinetreepharmacy.com Bradley & McCarty, Inc Mattawan Hardware David H. Green We are accepting absentee bids! If you are unable to attend and wish to bid on an item, please contact us at: Fundraiser@brielleandbrooke.org AUCTION PREVIEW -Check back for new additions! MEET DANICA PATRICK!!! Michigan International Speedway VIP “HOT” Passes: Bid on the experience of a lifetime - a Meet-and-Greet with Danica Patrick at the August 13-15, 2010 Show Me the CARFAX Michigan International Speedway Race Weekend! Danica will take pictures, sign autographs and answer questions for the lucky high bidder! Includes (2) “HOT” Pit and Garage Passes good for the entire race weekend! Passes allow access to the garage area, haulers and the opportunity to watch the races from Pit Road. NASCAR Sunday will include a Private VIP Tour by a Hendrick Motorsports representative. Don’t miss a chance to be a part of Danica Patrick’s first Michigan race in a Nationwide Car on August 14! Must be 18 years of age (Value: Priceless!) MEET BRAD KESELOWSKI!!! Michigan International Speedway VIP “HOT” Passes: Bid on the hottest tickets around - a Meet-and-Greet with Brad Keselowski at the August 13-15, 2010 Show Me the CARFAX Michigan International Speedway Race Weekend! Brad will take pictures, sign autographs and answer questions for the lucky high bidder! Includes (2) “HOT” Pit and Garage Passes good for the entire race weekend! Passes allow access to the garage area, haulers and the opportunity to watch the races from Pit Road. NASCAR Sunday will include a Private VIP Tour by a Hendrick Motorsports representative. Must be 18 years of age (Value: Priceless!) Michigan International Speedway VIP “COLD” Passes and Reserved Seating: Hendrick Motorsports - (2) “COLD” Pit and Garage Passes to the August 13-15, 2010 Show Me the CARFAX Michigan International Speedway Race Weekend. Passes allow access to the garage area and haulers prior to each race. “COLD” pass credentials are good for the entire race weekend including the Nationwide Series on Saturday, August 14 - Danica Patrick’s first Michigan race in a Nationwide Car! Must be 18 years of age Michigan International Speedway - (2) Reserved seat admission tickets for each day of the Show Me the CARFAX weekend at Michigan International Speedway, August 13-15. Enjoy the excitement of Pit Road and then watch each race from the comfort of your reserved seats! ($910 value) Michigan International Speedway Tickets: (2) Reserved seat admission tickets for each day of the Show Me the CARFAX weekend at Michigan International Speedway, August 13-15, 2010. ($180 value) Bottle of Wine from Jeff Gordon Cellars Autographed by Jeff Gordon: (Value: Priceless) Roush Racing Autographed Hat: Roush Fenway Racing hat signed by: Carl Edwards, Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Matt Kenseth, David Ragan, Colin Braun and Greg Biffle. Island Golf Package: Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island - (4) Grand Golf Certificates for 18-hole rounds of golf on The Jewel, including cart and horse-drawn carriage transportation. PLUS: ArnoldTransit Co. Mackinac Island Ferry - (4) Complimentary VIP Roundtrip Ferry Passes Expires October 24, 2010 (approximately $700 total value) Angelworks Photography: One Standard Studio Sitting and choice of A) one 8x10, two 5x7’s and 8 wallets OR B) one 11x14 and two 5x7’s www.angelworksonline.com No expiration ($110 value) Worlds of Discovery Tickets: (4) VIP Courtesy Tickets for admission to one of the Worlds of Discovery: Aquatica, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Water Country USA or Sesame Place Expires December 31, 2010 ($315 value) Grand Traverse Resort and Spa, Traverse City, MI: One night accommodation in the Hotel or Tower. Not valid Holidays or weekends in June, July or August. www.grandtraverseresort.com Expires June 11, 2011 ($350 value) Great Wolf Lodge, Traverse City, MI: One night stay in a Family Suite with 4 waterpark passes; www.greatwolf.com Expires June 01, 2011 ($150 value) Chateau Chantal, Traverse City, MI: VIP Tour & Tasting for 6 people, including a personal tour of the winery with explanation of the wine making process and wine tastings in the Chateau Great Room overlooking beautiful Grand Traverse Bay. www.chateauchantal.com Expires July 2011 ($150 value) University of Michigan v. Bowling Green Football Tickets (2): September 25, 2010; Ann Arbor, MI Donated by Fred and Sue Lang ($100 value) Western Michigan University: (2) 2010 Season Football Tickets with Reserved Seats ($240 Value) Greenery Day Spa, Richland, MI: Plush terrycloth Greenery bathrobe and $50 Gift Certificate; www.greeneryspa.com ($100 Value) Folio Salon, Kalamazoo, MI: Specialty bath and body product bundle; www.foliosalon.com ($115 value) White Sox Autographed Baseball: Signed by Mark Buehrle White Sox Autographed Baseball: Signed by Jim Thome LUSH Handmade Cosmetics: Very Berry Giftbox containing: Blackberry Bath Bomb, Sultane of Soap, The Comforter Bubble Bar, Yummy Yummy Yummy Shower Gel and Strawberry Feels Massage Bar; www.lush.com ($40 value) The Magical Balloon Guy: One hour of professional balloon twisting at your event of choice in the Kalamazoo area; www.themagicalballoonguy.webs.com Donated by Rick Lansdale, Balloonologist ($75 value) Little Chick Shoe Shop, Portage, MI: $50 Gift Certificate (No expiration) Little Yellow Frame Shop, Richland, MI: Wood pedestal photo frame and $25 gift certificate http://www.littleyellowframeshop.com/ Expires May 2011 ($50 value) Alfred E. Bike, Kalamazoo, MI: Two kids bicycle helmets (S/M and M/L), two sports bottles, Accel Gel and Clif Bars www.aebike.com ($88 value) Bronson Athletic Club, Kalamazoo, MI: (2) One month passes; www.bronsonhealth.com ($101 value each) 1990 Chateau Pichon Baron Bordeaux: Bottle of wine; Donated by Greg Krause, Wine Connoisseur/Consultant Meyer’s Toy World/USA Baby: Melissa & Doug Fold & Go Wooden Princess Castle ($60 value) The Very Hungry Caterpillar: Handmade Hungry Caterpillar chair pad with child’s white rocking chair and The Very Hungry Caterpillar board book Donated by Ruth Weber ($125 value) Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra: Zone 1 Symphonic Sampler (4) voucher package to be used in any combination at any events of the season. ($152 Value) Joy Mangano Designer Drop Bag: Ruched Couture Edition, available in deep blue or white Donated by Vicky Henry and Margie Cross ($80 value each) Handmade Baby Blanket: Wrap your baby in a beautiful green and white knit blanket Biolage Collection: Smooththerapie hair products in a stylish canvas tote Donated by Vicky Henry Bain de Terre: Springtime Shine moisturizing shampoo, conditioner and shine spray in a fashionable wristlet clutch Donated by Vicky Henry Ultra Tan & Travel, Kalamazoo, MI: 3 Free Tanning Sessions ($56 value) Spa Pedicure ($50 value) Cartoon Fun Activity Books: Includes signed Up North Coloring Book, Cartoon FUNdamentals book, What’s Up? book, Upside Down Cartoon Cards (63) and Adventures of Mr. Bill book www.bearclausepublications.com Donated by Dick Evans, cartoonist ($35.75 value) Avon Products, Inc. New York, NY: Giftbasket includes GRUEN Watch, Sterling Silver Pearl Giftset, Sterling Silver Charm Beaded Bracelets (3), Fabulous Pearlesque Necklace, Anew Reversalist Collection (As Seen on TV), Zoe Salfana Parfum and Shower Gel, Derek Jeter Cologne, Body Spray and Body Wash www.avon.com (over $440 value) Thank you for donations from the following restaurants: Noodles & Co. Cracker Barrel Olive Garden Outback Steakhouse Food Dance North 11 Qdoba Erbelli’s Pizza The Wine Loft The Firebowl Cafe Blackhawk Sajo’s Mission Pointe Belle Sorelle La Cantina Plainwell Ice Cream You can make an instant donation now to directly benefit Brielle and Brooke: www.brielleandbrooke.org

Casino Night Fundraiser to Benefit Brielle and Brooke - Charlotte, NC

Time	Tuesday, May 18, 2010 · 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location	Hendrick Motorsports Team Center
Created By	Friends of Brielle and Brooke
More Info	“Casino Night Fundraiser” Tuesday, May 18th, 2010 6:00pm-9:00pm Hendrick Motorsports Team Center transforms into the “B&B Casino” …$25 at the door $20 per ticket, advance tickets. Email: ctinsley@hmsracing.com to purchase your tickets. All of the excitement of Las Vegas brought to you at this Fundraiser to benefit the Friends of Brielle & Brooke. The night begins at 6:00pm in our “B&B Casino” complete with Craps, Blackjack, Roulette, Slots, a Big Wheel, and a special opportunity to bid on a seat to play in “sit-n-go” style Texas Hold Em’ tournaments with NASCAR Celebrities. Sign-up sheets will be available, but you must be present to sign up and bid. The highest bidders will be awarded a seat in one of two sets of tournament times available. Sit-N-Go Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament: The bidding for a seat against a NASCAR Celebrity will begin at 6:00pm and close at 6:45pm. We will announce the high bidders and the first set of tournaments will start promptly at 7:00pm. The second set of tournaments will begin at 8:00pm. Confirmed NASCAR celebrities include: —-7:00 PM tournament: Steve Letarte, Chad Knaus, Scott Speed, Landon Cassill, Taylor Malsam (KBM Trucks), and Casey Mears —-8:00 PM tournament: Tony Stewart, Ryan Newman, Darian Grubb, Marty Smith (ESPN), Brian Ickler (KBM Trucks), and ‘Miss Sprint’ Monica Palumbo Seats for each table will be awarded to the highest 7 bidders. Bidding sheets will be available as follows: —-For the 7:00pm tournaments: Bidding begins at 6:00pm and will close promptly at 6:45pm —-For the 8:00pm tournaments: Bidding begins at 6:00pm and will close promptly at 7:45pm SNEAK PEAK AT SOME OF THE PRIZES & RAFFLE OPPORTUNITIES: • The overall highest chip leader at the end of the night will receive a complimentary 3 day/2night stay, PLUS dinner for 2 at The ENCORE hotel in LAS VEGAS. • 2 tickets to the Country Throwdown Tour at Verizon Wireless in Charlotte on May 27th, with a Meet and Greet with Montgomery Gentry! • Complimentary Stay at the Ritz Carlton in Charlotte • 2 buy one get one FREE Rounds of Golf at Apple Creek Executive Golf Club in Denver, NC • 2 Tickets to a PRIVATE concert with Darius Rucker aboard the “Redneck Yacht Club” and dinner beforehand at The Rusty Rudder on May 25th • Whisky River Merchandise and VIP Passes • Amber Herlocker Photography Family Portrait Session • $100 Gift Card to Morton’s Steakhouse • Complimentary Weekend stay at the Embassy Suites in Concord, NC Additional Sponsorship opportunities are still available! For more information, please contact Christen Tinsley at ctinsley@hmsracing.com Event Flyer: http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4054/4512880258_effffa804a_b.jpg Event Sponsorship Sheet: http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4035/4512876108_dfe6073b91_b.jpg

FSMA Michigan Chapter's 5K Run, Walk-n-Roll & Family Fun Day

Time	Saturday, May 1, 2010 · 8:30am - 8:00pm
Location	Hawk Island Park 1601 E. Cavanaugh St. Lansing, MI
More Info	FSMA’s 6th annual Run, Walk-n-Roll will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at Hawk Island Park in Lansing. Over the last 25 years, Families of SMA has been advancing research and serving families in unique and personal ways. Through your support, FSMA has reached several milestones such as: 1996 – Mapping and cloning the SMA gene … 1999 – Discovery of the back-up gene, SMN2 2002 – Identification of existing drugs as potential drug candidates for SMA 2009 – Major partnerships with the government and companies such as Repligen, CSC, Paratek and the NINDS to move new therapies forward to human clinical trials Please consider coming out and helping Families of SMA in the strides they are making to get us closer to a cure. Our goal is to raise $50,000 so Families of SMA can continue towards the goal of a treatment or cure for SMA! The online registration is already up and running, so feel free to visit: http://www.fsma.org/Fundraising/EventsCalendar/ click on the Michigan Race, it will take you to our event page where you can see more details about the race, register for the race and/or create a fundraising page for friends and family to pledge a donation for your participation. This is our personal fundraising page: http://www.fsma.org/LWC/Kennedy Anyone that knows of anyone that might be interested in Corporate Sponsorship of our race, please have them contact Holly Schafer at 517-668-1810. Again, thanks so much for all of your past support and we hope to see you all out there on May 1st!