COMMUNITY RALLIES TOGETHER – PLEASE ATTEND TONIGHT'S EVENT AT POTTER'S PLACE OR MAKE A DONATION IF YOU CANNOT MAKE THE EVENT
WHO: Brienne’s Healing Hive family, friends and supporters gathering to raise funds and send love to Brienne Lord Rohr, 31, a wife and mother to one-year-old daughter, Irie.
Brienne Lord Rohr grew up in Naperville and is regarded as one of the kindest souls – a friend to everyone. She was diagnosed with this rare form of cancer in April. Brienne is receiving treatment at Edward Hospital in Naperville and simultaneously pursuing a course of treatment that offers hope of health and well-being, but is beyond the financial capabilities of her family.
For more information and details on Brienne’s condition and course of treatment, please visit https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/brienneshealinghive.
WHAT: ROAR for the Rohr’s: A music and margaritas grassroots fundraiser, including local bands and a silent auction organized by the community and open to the public. $20 optional donation at the door.
WHEN: Monday, June 6, 2016 6-10 p.m.
WHERE: Potter’s Place, 29 W. Jefferson Ave., Chicago, IL 60540 (Free parking available in lot at the corner of Main Street and Van Buren or in parking garage on Main/Benton Avenue) WHY: Brienne’s course of treatment is not covered by insurance and her family and friends have come together to help ease the financial burden for the Lord-Rohr families.
VISUALS: Community gathering in Naperville on Potter’s Outdoor Patio (if weather permits); four live bands (including local acts), silent auction with several homemade and large-ticket items.
SPOKESPERSON: A family spokesperson will be available at the event
PRESS CONTACT: Alison Bruder/630-687-3559 – alisonmbruder@gmail.com
