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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.

The Carying Place 10th Annual Auction Friday April 29th 2011

Friday, January 7th, 2011

SAVE THE DATE!
THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME
The Carying Place Tenth Annual Benefit Auction
Friday, April 29, 2011

Heavy Hors D’oeuvres & Complimentary Beer and Wine

RSVP by April 22, 2010 to srashid@thecaryingplace.org or call 919-462-1800

Tickets are $50 per person
Dressy Casual – Don’t forget your ruby slippers!

The Carying Place will hold its Tenth Annual Benefit Auction on Friday, April 29, 2011 at The Matthew’s House in downtown Cary.
The Matthew’s House is located at 317 W. Chatham St (map and directions).

If you have questions about the auction, please contact Alice McCall at amccall@thecaryingplace.org or 919-462-1800.

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.

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.

Greek Festival to Benefit Habitat for Humanity September 17, 18 & 19 2010 –

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

 

Mark your Calendar for Sept 17~18~19 to experience Greek traditions and cuisine at the 29th Annual Greek Festival. The Festival is sponsored by Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and portions of the proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity. Live Greek music, traditional folk dancers perform, savory Greek entrees and pastries. Times of the Festival are: Friday September 17, 5 – 10 pm Saturday September 18, 11 am – 10 pm Sunday September 19, 11 am – 7 pm General Admission, $3; Seniors and Ages 13-18, $2; Children under 13 – Free 

The location will ba at the Expo Center, State Fairground at 1025 Blue Ridge Road in   Raleigh on    Friday,Sept. 17, 5-10 pm                               Saturday, Sept 18. 11-10 pm and Sunday, Sept. 19, 11-7                             Contact Penny Gallins  at 919-781-4548 or go to website at http://holytrinityraleigh.org

2010 Womens Council of Realtors to Benefit Food Bank of NC Sat Sept 25 8-midnight

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

 

2010 Raleigh Women’s Council of REALTORS CASINO ROYALE EVENT  will be held on Saturday September 25 from 8 -Midnight.  Enjoy an exciting evening of Monty Carlo Style and casino gaming.  Entry includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, two drinks, 500 in “gaming coupons.  Fabulous Prizes ranging from dining to massage, golf packages and more!

A portion of the proceeds benefit theFood Bank of Central & Eastern NC,  a non-profit organization that provides food to people at risk of hunger in 34 counties in Central & Eastern North Carolina.  The Women’s Council of REALTORS members are active in the community through events, fundraisers and education.

Opening Doors for Autism September 25 7pm

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

The Opening Doors for Autism fundraiser will be held from 7 to 10:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at 2604 Prosser Court in Wakefield. Tickets are $40 per person or $75 per couple. For more information or to purchase a ticket, visit openingdoorsforautism.com or contact Heather Hargrave at 919-865-5057.  T

he second annual Opening Doors for Autism fundraiser is hosted in a local home that’s currently for sale. Each room is decorated by local furniture companies or decorators donating their time and expertise.

Last year’s event raised more than $30,000 to support the Autism Society. This year, the group hopes at least to match that number.

 The event also will feature a silent auction and an exhibition of pictures from local photographer Charles Gupton’s “The Impact of Autism” collection, with live music, food and drinks available for attendees.

Bachelor Bid for Charity – February 20

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

The 6th Annual Bachelor Auction for Charity will be held on Saturday, February 20 in the Triangle area.  The event starts at 7 pm and will continue until the wee hours of the morning.  Advance tickets are $35 and $50 if purchasing at the door.  The event will include a Casino, raffle and a live auction of the hand-picked bachelors. The auction benefits the Women’s Center of Wake County.  Click here for more details: http://bachelorbidforcharity.com/

Triangle Heart Ball – March 5 in Raleigh, NC

Friday, January 1st, 2010
 
 

The 26th Annual Triangle Heart Ball is will be held at the Raleigh Convention Center, 500 Salisbury Street on Saturday, March 5, 2011. This black tie affair is a celebration of life and benefits the American Heart Association.  Funds raised during this event enable the advancement of groundbreaking medical research and lifesaving knowledge for the Triangle community.  Tickets are $200 each. Call 919-463-8353 or visit this site:  www.heart.org/TriangleNCHeartBall.

A Toast to the Triangle – March 7 in Raleigh, NC

Wednesday, December 9th, 2009

Join us on Sunday, March 7, 2010 from 5:30-8:0 p.m.
at NC State University McKimmon Center for Tammy Lynn Center’s premier fundraising event.    A Toast to the Triangle™ is 25 years of showcasing many of the Triangle’s finest, restaurants, caterers, and purveyors of fine wines and specialty beers in an evening of culinary splendor and excitement.  Toast tickets are $100 each and raffle tickets are $10 each or 5 for $40. Bailey’s Box Raffle tickets are $100 each and only 100 tickets are available!  Cocktail attire suggested.