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Toast to the Triangle March 6th 6-8:30p

Friday, January 7th, 2011
Put the champagne on ice… preparations for the 26th annual A Toast to the Triangle are in full swing…

Sunday, March 6, 2011

A Toast to the Triangle

Now in its 26th year, A Toast to the Triangle™ is Tammy Lynn Center’s premier fundraising event.  Restaurants, beverage purveyors, in-kind donors, auction and raffle donors, and financial sponsors all team up to provide over 1,300 guests with an exciting evening of food, drinks, and friendly competition.

Vote for your favorite restaurant in the People’s Choice Award.  Bid on any number of exciting packages in the Silent Auction.  Out-bid your friends in the Live Auction.  And purchase Raffle tickets for your chance to win!

Cocktail attire suggested.

6:00 – 8:30 pm   Tickets: $100 each                                                                    NC State University McKimmon Center

 A great night for a great cause -
helping children and adults with special needs.

Wine Gala fundraiser ~ Optimist Club of Chapel Hill June 10 7:30-9:30

Sunday, January 17th, 2010

Join The Optimist Club of Chapel Hill for a wonderful evening of Fundraising.  Enjoy prime rib, shrimp cocktail, and other hors d’oeuvres as well as distinctive cheeses and a selection of dozens of delightful wines at this exclusive wine tasting event! 

Take a chance on a Raffle for a gourmet food and wine basket.  Tickets available from any member of the Optimist Club of Chapel Hill or at the checkout at The Fresh Market at 1200-A Raleigh Road, in Chapel Hill.  For further information or to order tickets contact Jim Casey at  919-967-8150 or e-mail him at farmerjc@aol.com.

All proceeds from tickets will support the work of The Optimist Club of Chapel Hill in their mission, “Bringing out the best in kids”.

13th Annual Fun In the Sun Charity Car Show by Corvettes Int’l – April 24

Sunday, January 3rd, 2010

Mark your calendar for April 24, 2010 to spend the day with your family and friends from 8am to 3pm viewing or showing classic, muscle, sports and pony cars, antique autos, street rods and trucks. The free event held at Lake Wheeler Park will feature a DJ, awards, door prizes, concessions, t-shirts and a 50/50 drawing!   Plus you’ll be part of a local tradition benefiting Hospice of Wake County-the oldest and largest Hospice organization serving Wake, Durham, Johnston, Franklin, and Harnett counties. Entertainment is free; car showing is a $20 fee. For more information or sponsorship contact  919-303-3827 or visit http://www.corvettesinternational.com.

2010 Chef’s Challenge for Meals on Wheels ~ Wake Co Sept 9th 5-7:30

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

Which chef can create the best meal? On September 9, 2010 we will find out.  Taking up the challenge are:

The Master of Ceremonies is Raleigh’s own Mark Roberts of Mark Roberts Enterprises, Inc.    Join us on Thursday, September 9, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Competition begins at 6:00 p.m. – Garner TV & Appliance Showroom, North Raleigh Showroom at the Plantation Point Shopping Center, Raleigh, near the intersection of 540 and Capital Blvd.

Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door and include hors d’oeuvres, 2 drinks, and 1 raffle ticket.

Click here to PURCHASE tickets NOW

VOTE for your favorite chef by sending a donation to Meals on Wheels of Wake County.
The chef that receives the most donations to Meals on Wheels will receive the “People’s Choice” Award.     The Chef’s Challenge judges are:

For more information call 919-833-1749 or send an email to marykate@wakemow.org

LIVE AUCTION    Live auction during the competition! Each of the three dinners being prepared at the event will be offered during a live auction. The winning bids will receive dinner for four and will eat with the chef and one of the celebrity judges at the conclusion of the competition.        Other auction items include a plasma TV donated by Garner TV & Appliance, a premium racing package at Rush Hour Karting, and more.

RAFFLE ITEMS   We will also have a spectacular raffle, featuring dinner gift certificates, a deluxe coffee maker, spa packages, and more.

TICKETS                 Raffle tickets are $10 each or three for $20.

A Starry Night Charity Ball to benefit the Umbono Project Sept 17 7pm

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

Please join us for an exciting evening of dinner, dancing, and live entertainment!     Come to support the cause.   SAVE THE DATE.

Date: September 17, 2010
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
Emcee: David Crabtree of WRAL News

Dress code is Black Tie Optional; please arrive in your finest attire.

 Throughout the evening, guests will be given several ways to contribute to our worthy cause, including a raffle, a live auction, direct sponsorship, and via the purchase of hand-made baskets weaved by the women of South Africa. 

All proceeds from this event will go to support the Umbono Project, a tax exempt 501(c)(3) organization whose objective is to provide food, clean water, medical care, education, and economic development for the people of South Africa affected by the HIV/AIDS pandemic.
 
Please visit the organization’s website at www.umbonoza.com for more information.

Event: Annual Hike For Hope for Pretty in Pink Sept 18

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

Annual Hike For Hope

 
   

Pretty In Pink Foundation’s Second Annual Hike For Hope will be held at Bond Park in Cary, NC on Saturday, September 18th so gather your friends, loved ones and co-workers and join us for a morning of hiking, shopping and live entertainment.

Starts: Saturday, September 18, 2010 8:00 AM
Ends: Saturday, September 18, 2010 12:00 PM

Registration Fees:$25.00 (Adult)  $15.00 (Child)     Children under 6 years of age are Free.

Sign up today by calling us directly 919.532.0532. Online registration will open August 1st.

Triange Run/WAlk for Autism Oct 9 Moore Square Raleigh

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

The Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) invites you to participate in the 12th annual Triangle Run/Walk for Autism  on Saturday, October 9 at Moore Square in downtown Raleigh.

The Triangle Run/Walk for Autism includes a 5K race (part of the Second Empire Grand Prix Series) as well as a non-competitive 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk and the Carolina Hurricanes Kids Dash for children ages 6 and under. There will also be live music, a children’s play area, vendors, snacks, and awards.

Register today and support ASNC through your participation in this event!

The Power of Pink Fashion Show Friday Nov 12 11:30-1:30

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

 You are invited to The Woman’s Club of Raleigh “The Power of Pink” Presenting fashion designer Kimberly Newport-Mimran’s featuring“Pink Tartan” North Ridge Country Club on Friday, November 1211:30 am – 1:30 pm.  There will be a  Luncheon, Silent Auction, Boutique and Raffle .  Tickets  for the event are $50  and can be purchased ny going to www.womansclubofraleigh.org  

Partnering with Saks Fifth Avenue “The Power of Pink” Fashion Show featuring Kimberley Newport-Mimran, Co-Founder, President and Head Designer of Pink Tartan.  A portion of the proceeds will benefit“Pretty in Pink Foundation” & other local charities.

It will be a dynamic Fashion Show which will be a celebration of breast cancer survivors featuring models from our club and the Pretty in Pink Foundation. Mark your calendar for November 12th and purchase your ticket(s) now.   This is one event that you will not want to miss!

Haven House Benefit Auction Monday Nov 15 6-9pm

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

Monday Night Knock-Out
Benefit Auction for Haven House Services…
a party with a purpose

 Join Haven House on Monday, November 15, 2010 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at bu*ku global street food corner of Wilmington and Davie streets, downtown Raleigh.

Music by Sometimes Patsy featuring Canady Thomas and hosted by the Second Round Competition Team. Support gang intervention and prevention while mixing and mingling with other young professionals

$50 per person includes heavy hors d’ouvres, beer and wine, auctions (holiday shopping!) Also: raffles and games cash bar with signature drinks($25 per ticket is tax-deuctible as a charitable donation to Haven House Services)   Individual Tickets: $50 per person and can be purchased on the website via paypal or contact Haven House at 919-833-3312 

Art Ball 2010 Friday Nov 19 Cary NC

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

Save the date for an evening of artistic celebration as we raise awareness and support of art and artists with Cary Visual Arts in our community.  The event will be held in the  Grand Ballroom at Prestonwood Country Club  in Cary NC on Friday, November 19, 2010 beginning at 6:30 pm.

 Entertainment is by ‘The Entertainers’.   The event includes dinner, dancing and a silent auction.  For tickets and information call 919.531.8149.   Individual ticket price is $250, and can be purchased through PayPal.