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Just wondering who has plan to attend at this event to be a superhero in costume, be in the book of records and show his/ her support to fight for cancer this Sunday? Brandon needs more than 1580 superhero to set a new record and be in Guinness book of records !  
 
Edited by Deb1, 2017-09-26 22:07:01

It'll be nice to wear my Aquaman Costume somewhere other than just around the house for a change ;)...

What time is this to happen?

there page really didnt give any details, if they want to set a record, they better get the details out, on all social media, including Ebrandon. We have a kid that wants to attend.

I have found this information under events in ebrandon site! I agree has not been advertised well. That is why I have started this discussion even though I am not part of event committee.  
 
 
Grim Acres Be A Superhero in The Fight Against Cancer World Record Attempt Event  
On Oct 1, 2017, Westman residents will be attempting to break the current world record of 1580 people dressed as Superheroes in one area, from 1 - 4pm in the Manitoba Room of the Keystone Center. Entertainment and music will be provided. Everyone is invited to attend. Attendees MUST be dressed in appropriate costumes within the following Guiness criteria:  
 
Rules are:  
 
-Superheroes MUST be recognized, from books,comics, movies, or television. Costumes depicting villains or home made characters will not be allowed in as they are in violation of the criteria.  
 
-Costumes MUST be recognizable, head to toe costumes.  
 
-Costumes MUST BE PRE APPROVED by Guiness BEFORE the event. The full list of approved Characters will be released to the public after February on the Grim Acres Facebook page "_blank  
 
Facebook Event page "_blank  
 
and webpage (www.grimaces.ca  
 
-ANY costume not approved will NOT be allowed in during the event. This is NON NEGOTIABLE.  
 
For information,please contact Brian at grimacres@gmail.com. To volunteer for the event staff, please call Brian at 204 720 0754  
 
Edited by Deb1, 2017-09-27 17:35:07

https://www.facebook.com/events/1423362121010106/?ti=cl  
 
This has all the information regarding the event including approved costumes that must be worn.  
 
Come on Westman, let's break a world Record  
#beasuperherointhefightagainstcancer

https://youtu.be/MOUgeNBGlwc

"there page really didnt give any details, if they want to set a record, they better get the details out, on all social media, including Ebrandon. We have a kid that wants to attend."  
 
 
I definetely want to get the info out,and we apologize that you were unable to find the proper source. I can absolutely agree 100% with you that in todays market, there are definetely a lot of opportunities to get the word out.  
We have looked at all avenues of free advertising that we can, as we are not an organization, and are limited on what we can afford, but so far, we have flyers up in Brandon and surrounding area, three Facebook event pages, a twitter page, Instagram, interviews on Westman Communications, 94.7 Starfm, Q Country,Real Westman, CBC Radio, an article in the Brandon Sun a few weeks ago, Facebook paid ads, as well as daily radio spots, and have had two info events at the Shoppers Mall and two at Halloween Alley. We also have a 4 x 8 banner on 18th and Vic, which will have links. As I myself am not allowed to start a discussion on E Brandon without it being sent to the Plug Board, I do apologize that I have not been able to get info out onto the main discussion board, which is possibly why most people missed it, which is a shame for our good people of Westman who otherwise might have missed out on a chance to find out this info, but I do understand that this is policy for a reason, and would definetely recommend that for future use, everyone check out the Plug Board this Halloween season to keep up on our events, and all other local haunt events and locations as well for information, as this is where all those events should be listed, as per policy.  
As for our events and info, here are the links, and all info can be found by searching and reading the "about" link, or discussions( and please, if you have any questions at all, do not hesitate to contact us and ask, we are more than happy to help):  
 
https://www.facebook.com/events/1423362121010106/?ti=:cl  
 
https://www.facebook.com/events/700364313480113/?ti=:cl  
 
https://www.facebook.com/events/505592706475521/?ti=:cl  
 
http://www.grimacres.ca  
 
Edited by Mr.BDS, 2017-09-27 23:15:36

I don't think on the mobile app you can see the plug board or maybe I'm just not looking? Hope you guys get lots of people coming out! I'm planning to get my family dressed up and coming out.

Good Luck

Breast cancer treatment here in Brandon, I am thrilled to participate and hopefully give something back to Cancer Care. This is for an amazing cause. My grandson and I are dressing up and we're both really excited to do so. Let's help make this a Guinness world book of records and let's knock it out of the park

Anyone know if kids can dress up or is it adults only? Just noticed that the door prize is being drawn later in the lounge I would hate to arrive at this event with kids and have them turned away

Inspirational note of the day:  
We don't just do the whole Grim Acres Scare Away Cancer event or all the other events we do as a way to find a cure. We also do it as a way to offer up support and courage, both to those who are going through cancer, and those who have been affected by it.  
No matter who you are in life, there will always be a point in life where cancer will affect you, either directly or indirectly. Supporting our cause helps send much needed donations to the Canadian Cancer Society and helps to fund vital information, counselling, and post treatment care for people who are going through cancer.  
Our inspiration is you, who are reading this, no matter who you are or what station on life you are. You are a part of this. We need to do away with the thought that there is nothing we can do. You are immensely capable of doing many amazing things. Please take the chance to stand up now with us, show support for us, and stand side by side while we fight this terrible disease called cancer. We can not win, if we keep saying that it is up to "them" to find a cure.  
Together, WE are all part of the solution.  
Is it easy? No. Truth be told, Grim Acres is an exhaustive project that takes a toll on us, both physically, and mentally. There have definetely been times where we have been close to quitting. But no matter what, we still have not been broken. Why? Because of your faith in what we do.  
I remember a time when my wife told me of how one day a person who was really sick, had come to our door, to donate some wigs that they had used during cancer treatments, and were soon going to no longer need them because of how sick the person was. Even though this person was ill, they wanted us to have them. They wanted to donate them to our cause, one that they believed in. We don't know what happened to this person. We don't know how bad things were. But we know how brave they were. This person left behind a legacy. Stories like that, break my soul. And yet, they give me courage to keep going. How amazing is that? How strong was that person. Those people are the reason we do this. We go to war and break our backs, to properly honour those who struggle and fight, and give. You are our people. Help support our cause. Stand against just getting by. Stand up and make things happen. Become a part of a movement. One of giving. One of strength. Today, we are no longer victims. We are no longer scared.  
One day.  
Cancer will fear US.  
#grimacres

Just a reminder that there are TWO separate events om Oct 1st.  
For the World Record Attempt Event from 1-4pm, PLEASE read the rules and info for the event on our Be A Superhero in the Fight Against Cancer World Record Attempt Event Facebook page( link is listed below). Only APPROVED costumes will be allowed. The only people allowed in without costumes are volunteers and entertainment staff as well as family of the Brandon School of Dance . This means that for everyone else, parents and participants MUST WEAR COSTUMES. There are very specific rules for this SUPERHERO COSTUME event that Guiness World Records has. Anyone who does not follow or meet the criteria WILL not be allowed in. We thank you for your support.  
 
Bud Spud Dinner fundraiser from 4-8pm is an great, fun, all ages event, and costume optional.  
 
Be A Superhero in the Fight Against Cancer World Record Attempt Event Facebook page:  
https://www.facebook.com/events/1423362121010106/?ti=:cl  
 
Edited by Mr.BDS, 2017-09-30 13:53:35

justme said "Anyone know if kids can dress up or is it adults only? Just noticed that the door prize is being drawn later in the lounge I would hate to arrive at this event with kids and have them turned away "

For the question. Both events are all ages. Also, only the bud spud from 4-8pm is costume optional.

Passion for this event is so evident. Thank you so much for your reply. We are so very excited to join in and share fun and passion in this event. I hope Brandon and area knock this event out of the park! My grandkids are so excited to possible make a Guinness record!!  
I hope everyone reading this also plans to dress up and have some fun....Challenge out to Grandparents to grab your grandchildren and join us!!

Parents are not allowed in if they are not wearing superhero costumes? If so, I believe they will lost lots of child participants.

If we have over 10% in attendance NOT in costume, the record is disqualified. As we have around 50 volunteers not dressed plus family of entertainers not dressed, we wil be dangerously close to our max of 158 people out of the 1581 costumed people as is. I understand parents want to bring their kids, but parents dont want to dress for the world record attempt, but we are limited by space of around 2000 people max, plus limited by Guiness World Records rules.  
In the end, we will still be happy seeing all the dedicated community superheroes in attendance, who will be there to help support the Canadian Cancer Society and more importantly, help show support for friends and family members who have been affected by cancer.  
 
Edited by Mr.BDS, 2017-10-01 07:25:26

We came up with an idea a that follows the "rules" ( wink wink, nudge nudge). If parents don''t have costumes, but children do, when we reach the 1581 costumed attendees, the non costumed attendees MUST exit the event area for the five minute timed portion of the event. Once the timed portion ends, non costumed attendees can come back in. We would certainly ask that everyone make every attempt to wear an approved costume however, just to keep Guiness World Records happy. Ultimately, the decision to ask that parents to wear costumes comes from Guiness rules, plus thr math that in a room of 2000 capacity for fire safety standards, plus room for entertainment, it would be logistically difficult if 1581 costumed attendees are there, plus an average of at least an additional 1/3 of that amount not in costumes.  
Everything comes down to logistics.  
 
Edited by Mr.BDS, 2017-10-01 07:51:05

Has anyone heard if there were enough superheroes in costume at today's event to set a new Guinness world record?  
 
Edited by Grandmama, 2017-10-01 18:29:54

we were there. the event was not well attended and they unfortunately did not break the record

Having said that, we feel very confident about what happened. It was never really about setting the record. It was about setting the record straight against cancer. I feel very proud and thankful for the support we received, and the inspiration shown. What was provided and gained today was something free that gives us all the wealth in the world: hope.  
Thank you to all who attended amd supported the event and the cause.  
Next up, we will be working  
on our Grim Acres Scare Away Cancer Halloween yard haunt display located by Kemnay MB. We will be open Oct 27th to the 30th from 6-11pm with no scare hour from 6-7pm.  
In addition to the three level abandoned haunt, 3000 sq foot converted barn haunt, Escape Shack, and the yard features, we have been working since spring on converting our 2800 sq foot pole barn into the feature we have been planning since last year. This year we will feature an indoor kids carnival in the 2800 sq foot barn that will be an amazing indoor space with almost 20 great kids games, with FREE prizes to be won! Additionally, we have purchased a new laser tag system for the new expanded FREE childrens laser tag area that we have had for the last two years, as well as FREE capture the zombie (capture the flag) in a corral. As with all Grim Acres Scare Away Cancer events, it will be...FREE to attend. So come on in early from Oct 27th to the 30th from 6-11pm. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society gladly accepted at the door.  
 
https://www.facebook.com/GrimAcresScareAwayCancer/  
 
Edited by Mr.BDS, 2017-10-01 21:15:44