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

Tuesday, March 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.

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

Tuesday, March 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.

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Alzheimers Walk 2010 Cary NC Oct 2

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

Your support and participation in Alzheimer’s Walks throughout Eastern North Carolina will help us continue our mission to focus on North Carolina families dealing with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. We invite you to join us as we walk together to carry a message of hope for those whose voices have been silenced by this disease. All funds raised by your efforts stay in North Carolina - to help provide programs and services to North Carolina families.

Save the Dates!

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Click HERE to REGISTER NOW FOR A WALK NEAR YOU!

  • Alzheimer’s Walk Triangle – Saturday, October 2, 2010
  • Alzheimer’s Walk Sanford – Saturday, October 2, 2010

Phone (919) 832-3732
1 (800) 228-8738
Fax: (919) 832-7989

Our mission is carried out through the following:

Educational Outreach - Regional conferences and workshops for family and professional caregivers, community awareness programs, professional training for long term care providers, law enforcement, clergy and others.

Support - 800 Helpline, support groups for caregivers and those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, individual and family counseling and emergency respite.

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The Big Bad Ball – Hospice of Wake County – October 2

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

The 9th annual Big Bad Ball (BBB) is a gala event to benefit Hospice of Wake County and is presented by the Young Executive Members of the Capital City Club!  You can anticipate wonderful food from hor d’oeuvres to pasta and carving stations to a late night breakfast and everyone’s favorite desserts.

The 2010 Big Bad Ball will be held Saturday, October 2rd from 7pm – 1am at the Capital City Club in Raleigh. This black tie event is open to the entire community and the cost is $125 per person. The event includes a raffle drawing for a $10,000 cash prize as well as a silent auction.  To make reservations and purchase raffle tickets, please call the Capital City Club at (919) 832-5526. Details at: http://www.hospiceofwake.org/event.php?mode=viewEvent&eventID=65

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8th Annual Ginger Bread Gala ~ Triangle Family Services Dec 2

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Mark your calendar today for the 8thAnnual Ginger Bread Gala to Benefit Triangle Family Services.  This event will be on  Thursday, December 2, 2010 and the Umstead Hotel in Cary, NC  will host.
A repeat performance by  Triangle Family Services  features one of a kind handcrafted Gingerbread Houses f’or the ‘Gingerbread Gala’ created by the area’s top pastry Chefs
Start your annual tradition of helping neighbors in need through Triangle Family Services. 
Watch for details! 
Contact them today!    (919) 821-0790
 

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An Evening with Judith Viorst at Peace College – June 6

Thursday, January 7th, 2010

A celebration of reading with children will feature a Lucy’s Book Club book fair at Quail Ridge Books in Raleigh and two weeks of free celebrity heroes readings for young children and their parents at venues across Wake County, culminating in a special fundraising event, An Evening with Judith Viorst, acclaimed author and poet, on Sunday, June 6.

Lucy’s Book Club, launched in May 2009, is a gift from the Lucy Daniels Center for Early Childhood to the community. The program encourages parents to read to their children and guides children’s social and emotional growth by recommending, three times a year, a list of books built around developmental themes such as “Learning to Like Myself” and “Welcoming a New Brother/Sister.” Bookmarked! will celebrate the book club’s first year and help to raise both awareness and funding for the Center’s Family Support Fund.

For the latest information on scheduled readings and events, the book fair, author Judith Viorst, event sponsorship, or to purchase tickets, visit www.lucysbookclub.org

An Evening with Judith Viorst Bookmarked! will conclude with a fundraising event, “An Evening with Judith Viorst,” on Sunday, June 6, in Kenan Recital Hall at Peace College in Raleigh. In addition to her lecture, “Loves, Losses, and Wicked Thoughts,” and a brief program, guests will have an opportunity to meet Ms. Viorst at a reception in her honor in the Main Hall parlor and adjacent courtyard.

Tickets start at $50/person and include a $30 tax deductible contribution to the Center. Select books will be available for presale and personalization by Ms. Viorst at Quail Ridge Books through June 5.

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Ramblin’ Rose Triathalon YMCA Raleigh Sunday May 23

Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

Women Triathalon:     RACE DAY: Sunday, May 23rd
250 yard swim – 9 mile bike – 2 mile run
YOU CAN DO THIS!
Host Venue: AE Finley YMCA – YMCA of the Triangle

Endurance Magazines Ramblin Rose Triathalon -                     SundayMay 23 7 am – 10 am   Come on out and Support and Donate.    Spotlight Benefit Auctions will be there supporting Iron Woman Liz Crute and Pretty in Pink!

   
   
   

Are you a Ramblin’ Rose?   One of the largest all-women triathlon events of the year. Please support our efforts to provide financial assistance to people diagnosed with breast cancer who lack adequate insurance to cover surgery and treatment.

Join us for a truly LIFE CHANGING EVENT on Ma…y 23rd! Join Rambin’ Rose Raleigh http://www.ramblinroseevents.com/

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Special Olympics Plane Pull – April 24

Sunday, January 3rd, 2010

Come join the fun at the 2010 Special Olympics NC Plane Pull! Five-person teams will compete to see who can pull a 30,000 lb. American Eagle jet the fastest!   Located at UPS Tarmac at RDU Airport on Saturday, April 24 from 10am to 3 pm.  Visit at Special Olympic website for more information.
http://www.sonc.net/fundraisers/fund_raising_events_pp.asp

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Habitat Building Warehouse Sale July 10 8 am

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

Support Habitat for Humanity by purchasing gently used (and some new) home remodeling materials for a fraction of the price. Merchandise includes windows, doors, sinks, cabinets, light fixtures and lots more. The warehouse is only open the second Saturday of the month so don’t miss out! Go to ReStoreDurhamOrange.org for more details including a greater list of what we’ll be selling

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Triangle Heart Ball 3rd annual Chef Challenge Tues. Aug 3

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

Tuesday, August 3, the Triangle Heart Ball will celebrate the kick off of our 2011 campaign with the 3rd Annual Chef Challenge sponsored by AllscriptsMisys.

 The Chef Challenge is being hosted by Quintiles at their global headquarters at 4820 Emperor Blvd. in Durham. Six of the Triangle’s most celebrated Chefs will push their culinary talent to the limit by creating a “Dish from the Heart.” Each Chef was asked to recreate a dish based on a personal story. You’ll taste the heart and soul in every bite!

 RSVP today by calling 919-463-8353 or simply reply to this message with your full name and company.

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