The Magic Quarter
Let's make a wish to make a difference.
About Us
The Magic Quarter is the name of a story I was writing for my mother that I still have yet to finish. It is a story about a mother with cancer and her young son wanting more than anything to make her better. With the help of a “magic quarter” he is able to get one wish and that wish was for his mom to be cured of cancer. I thought the name of the event was appropriate. I wasn’t able to save my mother, but maybe we can make a difference in someone else’s life.
Renee Chiopelas passed away on January 1st of 2010. She was 56 years old. She was a loving mother, wife, sister, daughter, and best friend. She was more than that, though. She was a beautiful person. Always enjoying life and laughter. She passed away far too soon, but her memory will never be forgotten. Renee was diagnosed with Stage IV metastatic melanoma about 3 years earlier. The early diagnosis did not look good and they originally told her that she only had 1-3 months to live. She made the decision that she would fight and fight she did. She fought for 3 long years beating the odds time and time again. She always did so with an optimistic attitude and smile on her face. Even in the darkest hours, she was able to stay positive not only for herself, but because she knew she was the strength for her family and friends.
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On May 8th, 2010, we will have the opportunity to not only remember her life and the woman she was, but to also try to help change the future. It will be an evening of fun, but also to support a great cause. May is National Melanoma/Skin Cancer Awareness month. All proceeds from this event will be donated to The V Foundation. The V Foundation awards 100% of all direct donations and net proceeds of events directly to cancer research and related programs. Established in 1993, it has raised over $90 million to fund cancer research. The proceeds from this particular event will go to melanoma research.
Unfortunately, my mother couldn’t be saved. I hope to never see another person battle this horrible disease. My hope is to help change the future. If we could make a difference in one person’s life, one family’s life, wouldn’t that be worth it? If we could eradicate cancer altogether, wouldn’t that be something? That is my wish. I know it would be my mother’s. Is it yours? Let’s make a wish to make a difference.
- Greg
Our Mission
Renee Chiopelas lived with great passion for her family and friends, which was evident the moment you met her. Her love of life was known the second you saw her smile. The Magic Quarter exists to perpetuate her memory by raising money for melanoma cancer research. All proceeds will go to The V Foundation. Established in 1993, by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, The V Foundation has raised over $90 million to fund cancer research. The late coach had a saying "Don't give up...don't ever give up," which is exactly why we will continue this fight.
The goals of the event are to honor her life, increase the awareness of melanoma, and raise money for a great cause. Through her memory, we will strive to make a difference.
We strive to achieve these goals by having an evening dedicated to not only her memory but celebrating it the way she would have wanted. She lived her life with love and laughter. So on May 8th, 2010, whether you want to sing and dance to some of your favorite songs, enjoy some cocktails, gamble for a good cause, or just be surrounded by good people, this evening will have a bit of it all.
We also rely on donations from many of our generous supporters for this evening. We need items for the raffle and we are also looking for sponsors. If you are interested in donating an item for raffle or becoming a sponsor, please click here .
Donate Information
To donate online, please click here
Mail-In donations should be made out to
c/o Greg Chiopelas
144 Constitution Dr.
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Contact Us
info_themagicquarter.org
Gregory Chiopelas
(630) 768-8553
Archie Reyes
(630) 973-8750
Event Information
Event Tickets: $50
Event Date: Saturday, May 8th 2010 - 7:30pm to 1:00am
Diplomat West Banquet Halls
681 W North Ave
Elmhurst, IL 60126-2177
Event Tickets Include:
(Ticket prices subject to change without notice. Availability is limited. Restrictions and cancellation policies apply.)
The Casino Gaming is for Entertainment Purposes Only! All Games are Free and open to the public.
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Prizes
We would like to thank everyone for their contributions to this event. Without your help, this event would not be able to reach the success that it can. The Magic Quarter appreciates all who have donated items for this evening. Thank you again.
Click on the links below for a complete list of prizes
Raffle Prizes
Casino Prizes
Door Prizes
Remembering Renee
Chances are if you even met Renee for only a moment, you will have a lasting memory of her. Please feel free to share some stories or to leave a comment.
Purchase Tickets
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TheMagicQuarter.org benefit event for 'The V' foundation for cancer research.
May 8th 2010
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If you would rather purchase tickets offline with no service charges, please contact via email info_themagicquarter.orgor via phone: Greg at (630) 768-8553 or Archie at (630) 973-8750.
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