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Archive for January 4th, 2009

Art for Haiti – Art Auction and Gala – April 10

Sunday, January 4th, 2009

Live and Silent Auction ~ This is a great opportunity for art appreciators!  On Saturday, April 10 from 6p to 10p this event will be held at the Raleigh Convention Center located at 500 S.  Salisbury Street in Raleigh.   To start off the evening there will be a silent auction from 6-8 pm and reception with food generously donated by Centerplate Catering.  This Black Tie Event (optional) will also include a live auction of artwork from 8:30-9:30 that has been donated from artists around the country!

Seize the chance to buy some fabulous art while donating to a worthwhile cause!  All proceeds from the event will go directly to Habitat for Humanity and their relief efforts in Haiti.  Tickets in advance for the event are $45 and can be purchased online at http://www.jerrysartarama.com/community/Art-Auction-and-Gala/ Tickets at the door will be $50. Call 538-1338 for further information.

Triangle Wine Experience for Frankie Lemmon School ~ Thursday, Feb 3, 6:30-10p

Sunday, January 4th, 2009

Wine Maker Dinners Triangle Wine Experience Raises Monies for Frankie Lemmon School

The Frankie Lemmon Foundation uses an event-driven system to raise money to cover the cost of educational and therapeutic services for children ages 3-6.   Hosted by winemakers and winery owners from all over the country, this evening pairs some of the Triangle’s hottest restaurants with the world’s finest wines. Attendees will be able to choose from 30 amazing pairings of the finest wines with cuisines designed to compliment. Location Frankie Lemmon Foundation Date   Thursday, February 03, 2011 Start time 6:30 PM End time 10:00 PM

Contact Name Stephanie Styons via Email: sstyons@merrellgroup.com or by  Phone- 919-844-2775  We invite you to visit the Website www.twenc.org  for more details.

Furrst Annual Bark For Live April 13

Sunday, January 4th, 2009

Dogs of all types are invited to join the American Cancer Society at the “Furrst” Annual Bark For Life of Durham County. The event celebrates cancer survivorship, honors those people lost to cancer, and provides an opportunity for dog lovers and our canine friends to support the Society’s efforts to save lives and create more birthdays.
The Bark For Life is set for Saturday, May 15, at West Point on the Eno Amphitheatre. Pre-registration by April 13 is $20 and includes a t-shirt for the owner, a bandana for the dog, and one doggie bag of goodies. Each additional dog is $5. On-site registration is $25 with t-shirts & bandanas while supplies last.

For more information contact:
Sarah Caudle @ 919-334-5218
www.durham.relay.com

Sandhills Habitat Gala – Pinehurst Country Club – April 10

Sunday, January 4th, 2009

Join us on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 6pm for “April in Paris”, the Spring Gala benefiting Habitat for Humanity of the NC Sandhills.   The event will be held at the Pinehurst Country Club in Pinehurst, North Carolina. There will be a 3 course dinner, dancing and live and silent auctions!  Donate now and you could win a trip to Paris!  Click here for more details.