The eighth annual Night Out for Cystic Fibrosis in Weyburn will be held at McKenna Hall on May 6.
“We can not believe this will be our eighth year for the fundraiser. Each year we are overwhelmed by the support and the turn out,” said Cara Weger, co-organizer for the Night Out for Cystic Fibrosis.
“The event has proven to be successful in so many ways, not only do we raise some funds and awareness for Cystic Fibrosis, but we are told everyone has a great time.”
Teresa Weger, the daughter of Mike and Cara Weger, faces Cystic Fibrosis everyday with courage and determination.
“When we hosted our first couple of events, our initial goal was only to put on an event in Weyburn that was a fun night out, and also create some awareness for Cystic Fibrosis (which was also brand new to us),” said Weger. “Each year we have modest expectations for funds raised, we just hope to fill the room, that everyone has a great time and we can create some awareness about Cystic Fibrosis for anyone who attends the event.”
“But the generosity always amazes us. We are able to create the awareness, but have also been able to raise some money to help fund valuable research and care for Cystic Fibrosis,” said Weger.
“With the help of this event, Team Teresa has raised over $250,000 for Cystic Fibrosis research and care, we couldn’t be more proud of that.”
“Without the work that Cystic Fibrosis Canada has done over the past 50 years, we would not have the medications and treatments available to our loved ones to help keep them healthier, longer,” said Weger. “Every contribution does help to improve the quality of care that can be provided.”
One of the best things about hosting the annual fundraiser is seeing those who come back year after year, making it part of a tradition. “This is definitely an event that you don’t want to miss,” said Weger.
Entertainers for this year’s Night Out for Cystic Fibrosis will be Codie Prevost and Tenille Arts.
“Codie is going to bring his drummer as well. The first half of his show will be a similar style to last year, and during the second half they will step it up for those of you who were out there dancing,” said Weger.
“Tenille has been away in Nashville writing and recording, so we are so looking forward to having her make the time to show us what she has been up to while in Nashville.”
Tickets for the Night Out for Cystic Fibrosis will go on sale next week. Residents can contact Cara or Mike Weger, or find the Facebook event called “8th Annual Night Out for Cystic Fibrosis” for more information on the event.
