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Adopt a Spot
Adopt a Spot Dalmatian Rescue, a non-profit organization dedicated to finding homes for homeless dogs, is asking for donations to help a sick animal. Julie is a ten week dalmatian puppy who needs a live-saving liver shunt. The surgery will cost an estimated $3,000 to $5,000. To keep track of Julie's progress or to donate, visit www.adoptaspotdalrescue.com/Julie.html
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RMHC Day of Change
September 3-10th--Local McDonald’s restaurants and the Ronald McDonald’s House Charities (RMHC) of Norfolk are preparing for a week long fundraising drive. RMHC Day of Change is a national effort to bring awareness to the organization and raise money to support the services the houses provide to families in need. Restaurants in Hampton Roads have extended the one-day event on September 9 to a week-long event, September 3-10. Supporters will be encouraged to drop their spare change in the RMHC donations boxes located in the restaurants and drive-thrus.
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The 2010 Chesapeake Rubber Duck Race
Saturday, September 11th -- CHIP of Chesapeake presents the 2010 Chesapeake Rubber Duck Race on Saturday, September 11th at the Intracoastal Waterway at Great Bridge. Adopt a rubber duck for a chance to win a 2010 Nissan Versa. Proceeds will benefit CHIP of Chesapeake and its effort to make sure children get a healthy start in school. For information, visit www.ChesapeakeDuckRace.org.
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10th Annual Day of Remembrance and Hope
Saturday, September 11 at 8:00 a.m., the 10th Annual Day of Remembrance and Hope will take place at Gosnold's Hope Park, 901 East Little Back River Road, in Hampton. This event will offer a special time of reflection for those lives lost in the September 11, 2001 attacks and celebrate the contributions of the armed services and public safety personnel who protect the nation every day. The ceremony will include participation by representatives of all armed services, a presentation of the colors, a proclamation by the City of Hampton, live music, and a rifle volley and playing of Taps. The ceremony will be followed by a public reading of the names of those lost on September 11, 2001 and those who have given their lives to preserve freedom since 9/11. The reading will be held beside the Trees of Hope, which were planted in the park with co-mingled soils from the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and the Pennsylvania crash site of United Flight 93.
This observance continues a ten-year tradition with the first memorial taking place on December 11, 2001, months after the September 11 attacks. Citizens interested in volunteering to read the names at this event may contact Hampton Military Affairs Committee (MAC) Chairman John Gately at (757) 851-3085. For further details on the ceremony, visit www.hampton.gov/mac.
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11th Annual Community Gardening Festival
Saturday, September 11th --The Virginia Beach Master Gardeners invite you to the 11th Annual Community Gardening Festival on Saturday, September 11th at the Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Virginia Beach. This year's topic is "Sensible Gardening" with a focus on saving money through edible landscapes and gifts from the garden. For information, call 757-385-4769 or visit www.VBMG.org
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Hampton Roads Freedom Walks
Saturday, Sept. 11th--Hampton Roads Freedom Walks. Pre-register @ www.operationhomefront.net/hamptonroads
Southside Walk
Dollar Tree HQ 500 Volvo Pkwy
Ches, Va
On site Registration-8:30am
Walk/Ceremoney 9-11am
Pennisula Walk
Langley Speedway Hampton, Va.
On site Registration 5pm
Walk/Ceremoney 5:30-7pm
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Pink Martini Night Southside
Sunday, September 12th 5:30-9:30pm-Pink Martini Night returns for fun and lively evenings on the Southside at the Chrysler Museum of Art to benefit Susan G. Komen for the cure Tidewater. Join us after work with co-workers, a date, or a memorable Ladies/Guy's night out. Each Pink Martini Night ticket price is $45/person when purchased in advance or $50 at the door. Each ticket includes entry into the event plus two special pink martinis, beers, wine or two sodas. Each ticket also includes catered heavy hors d'oerves, silent auction, pink balloon auction, live entertainment and more. The locations are elegant but attire is suggested as business casual to cocktail.
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Seton Youth Shelter Summer Celebration
Sunday, Sept 12th--The Seton Youth Shelters Summer Celebration takes places at Kokoamos Island Bar Grill at 2100 Marina Shores Drive from 3-7pm. $20 per person with entertainment from Broke By Sunday. Plus, football on the big screen, Cornhole Tournament, Auction and a Prize raffle! 21 years and up. Ticket required for entry and includes food and a complimentary drink. For more info and to reserve your ticket call 963-5795 x102.
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Massage for the Cure at Massage Envy
Tuesday, September 14th--All 627 Massage Envy centers nationwide will dedicate their entire day’s business to “Massage for the Cure” to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure. During this one-day event in Virginia Beach, $15 from every one hour massage will be donated to the Tidewater affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.... All one-hour massages are specially priced for only $49 for all guests and members. Since the event’s inception in 2005, Massage Envy has raised more than $1.4 million for Susan G. Komen for the Cure with 100 percent of the proceeds being used for education, screening and treatment programs in the community. This year’s goal is to raise at least $500,000. Donations will be accepted now through SEPT 14th.
During the event:
• Raffles & goodies galore
• Special eats and treats
• Commemorative gift with membership purchase
• Special gift for breast cancer survivors
• Complimentary chair massages
Limited appointments available so call the location most convenient to you today:
Loehmann’s Plaza (757) 463-3689 or Landstown Commons (757) 689-4959. Or make an appointment request online at www.massageenvy.com
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Survivor Celebration Luncheon-Susan G. Komen
Thursday, Sept. 16th--The Survivor Celebration Luncheon will take place at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts in Va Beach. Survivors free! Guests by donation. Space is limited. RSVP to the Komen office. Special National Guest speaker Mary Anne Alcati
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Oceana Air Show
September 17th, 18th and 19th.-- Air Show weekend will kick off on Friday night with the stunning Twilight Air Show and the main event will be Saturday & Sunday with our full day shows. The lineup this year includes the U.S Navy Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron, Matt Chapman, The Horsemen, Otto the Helicopter, Bob Carlton's Jet Powered Glider, Bill Leff, Dale "Snort" Snodgrass, Dr. Smoke, The Shockwave Jet Truck, Rich's Incredible Pyrotechnics, Emmy Award Winning Announcer Rob Reider, and more. Click here for more info http://www.oceanaairshow.com/
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EMS Golf Tournament to benefit the Virginia Beach Association of Rescue Squad Vo
Wednesday, Sept. 22nd--The second annual EMS Golf Tournament to benefit the Virginia Beach Association of Rescue Squad Volunteers will be held at the Virginia Beach National Golf Club. Funds raised will be used to support various programs, events and retention programs for the 1,000+ volunteer EMS providers in Virginia Beach. The cost is $75 per person and includes 18 holes, three contests with prizes, a $10,000 Hole-In-One International Shootout and a catered awards dinner. Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, visit www.vbarsvgolf.com, email vbvolunteers@aol.com or call 757-427-2255.
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The 2nd Annual Beach Century Bike Tour
Saturday, September 25-- The We Promise Foundation is proud to announce that our 2nd Annual Beach Century Bike Tour at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center! Our 2010 tour offers riders the choice of 33 miles, 50 miles, or a full century distance winding through the rural farmlands and marshes of southeastern Virginia. All three ride distances will launch and finish at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center intersection of North Landing Road and George Mason Drive. Enrollment is limited to only 300 riders. Cost is $20 for single rider early registration, $25 for single rider late registration, and $15 for team rider registration. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Riders must raise a minimum of $100 in addition to the registration fee to participate in the ride and event registration will remain open until ride is full. For more information about the Beach Century Bike Tour Sponsorship Opportunities and Rider Information, visit our event website at www.beachcenturytour.com. Ride for the challenge . . . not the T-shirt!
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Gatesville Volunteer Fire Department 23rd Annual Shrimp Feast
Saturday, Sept 25th--Gatesville Volunteer Fire Department Will be having it's 23rd Annual Shrimp Feast from 4:30 pm until 7:30 pm at the Eason's Crossroad Ballpark. Shrimp, Flounder, Baked Beans, Coleslaw and Hushpuppies catered by The Filling Station. Live Music by Canyon Road. Tickets available from Gatesville Volunteer fire department members for a $25.00 donation.
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Challenge Walk MS
Sept. 25th-26th--Historic Williamsburg Challenge Walk MS. Challenge Walk MS is a 2-day, 50k event set in Historic Williamsburg and the surrounding areas. By accepting the challenge, you are not only about to embark on an experience that will truly change your life, but you are helping to create a world free of MS! Join the movement and register as an individual, join a team, create a team or become a volunteer. Take the Challenge! www.Fightms.com or 757-490-9627
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4th Annual MDA Golf Tournament
Sunday, September 26th--The York County-Williamsburg Professional Firefighters is sponsoring our 4rd Annual Benefit Golf Tournament to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). As you may already know, firefighters across the nation work hand in hand annually to “Fill the Boot” for Jerry’s kids to raise money for research to find a cure for Muscular Dystrophy. This year will be no different. We will raise money by holding our annual golf tournament. This event will be held September 26, 2010 at the prestigious Kingsmill River Course located in Williamsburg, Virginia.
We would like to request a charitable donation to assist our event. Please remember that your gift is a charitable donation to a tax-exempt organization (MDA). You may elect to sponsor a “golf course hole” for $150 or you may wish to donate a gift such as a gift certificate for your business (any size gift is appreciated), a prize that can be awarded the day of the event (no item is too big or too small), sponsor our event t-shirt or a cash/check donation. All donations are greatly appreciated. Donations can be picked up locally by calling 757-784-7985.
Additionally, we are accepting team registrations for golf teams that wish to play in our tournament. The entry fee is just $95.00 per golfer. The event will be held rain or shine and registration begins that afternoon at 12:00 pm. Lunch will follow afterward. Thank you for assisting us with our very important mission to help find a cure for Muscular Dystrophy. For more information contact engine3yc@cox.net
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2nd Annual Hampton Roads Pink Week
2nd Anuual Hampton Roads Pink Week. The event are as follow:
September 26, 2010
Simply Pink Dessert and Wine Sampling
6pm-9pm
Vintners Wine Cellar of Yorktown
1213 George Washington Hwy
Yorktown Virginia
October 1, 2010
Pink 'n' Pamper
6:30-9:30pm
YWCA
5215 Colley Ave
Norfolk, Virginia
October 2,2010
Pink Extravaganza
12pm-6pm
Portsmouth City Park
Full of vendors, games, and live entertainment for all ages
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Aiken & Friends Fest
October 1-2 -- Tidewater Virginia's Premier Music Festival featuring Americana, Country and Roots artists and songwriters 5th Annual October 1-2, 2010. To participate or be a part of this event click to get all the information.
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St. Judes Mini Golf Tournament for the Little Ones
Sunday Oct.3rd -- 12 noon at Motor World Miniature Golf Park. Come out and play the golf tournament for the kids! 100%of the proceeds benefits the St. Jude Foundation. Preregister and get a chance to play with the "Boss's" Daughter by clicking here.
There is a $10 registration fee for each participant.
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Memory Walk '10
Sunday, Oct 10th at 10am--Memory Walk is the Alzheimer's Association's national signature event designed to raise awareness and funds so we can continue to provide care and support to families affected by the daily challenges of Alzheimer's disease. Peninsula Honda donated a 2010 Honda Fit towards our fundraising efforts. Teams in VB/Peninsula/Williamsburg/Western Tidewater (Suffolk, Isle of Wight, Emporia, etc.)tickets at $5 each for a chance to win. The registration website for the South Hampton Roads (VB) walk is http://alz.kintera.org/shr.
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Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Saturday, Oct. 16th--Susan G. Komen For the Cure Tidewater Affiliate Race for the Cure will take place at the 31st Park at the Va Beach oceanfront. Registration is now open at www.komentidewater.org or 757-490-7794. 10,000 people celebrating 10 years!
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Urban League New York Trip
Start your Christmas shopping early. On Saturday, October 16th, the Urban League of Hampton Roads will take a bus trip to New York City for a day of shopping and sightseeing.
The cost is 75-dollars. Proceeds will support the free programs and services of the Urban League of Hampton Roads. For details, call 757-627-0864 or visit www.ULHR.org
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Lake Edwards Comminty Basketball Tournament
Sunday September 19th-Wednesday October 20th--Lake Edwards Comminty Basketball Tournament. Ages 7-17. Games every Wednesday from 5:30-7:30pm and every Sunday from 2-5pm. Registration Dates: Aug. 11th, Aug. 18th, Aug 25th and Sept. 1st at Lake Edwards Outdoor Basketball Courts from 5pm-6:30pm. Call Wesley Waites at 735-5874 with any questions. http://www.setonyouthshelters.org/programs/bballtournament.html
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2010 Craft Show and Fall Fair
Saturday, Oct 23rd 10am-4pm--2010 Craft Show and Fall Fair hosted by Nansemond River Pilot Club at the National Guard Armory at 2761 Godwin Bvd in Suffolk. Come out for food, fun, and fellowship and get an early start on your Christmas shopping! There will be Fall Pansies and over 30 craft vendors with items like homemade jewelry, scrapbooking, personalized gifts, purses, home decor, framed feathered art, floral arrangements, metal art and more! Shop and Eat with a great selection of the best baked goods in town like Brunswick stew, Barbeque, and Pimento Cheese. To place orders, call Mary Edna Boyce at 757-562-3049. Procces benefit our community
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The 32nd Annual Walk for the Animals
Sunday, Oct. 24th--The 32nd Annual Walk for the Animals to benefit the Virginia Beach SPCA will take place at "Neptune's Park" - 31st Street at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. Registration and pre-Walk activities: 11:30 am ▪ Walk for the Animals: 1 pm. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at 31st Street Park in Virginia Beach featuring a one-mile Walk with games, contests, food, prizes, pet photos, trick-or-treating for kids, and more! Help us reach our goal of $50,000 in support of the animals. Call 427-0070 x20 to register by phone. Click here to register online.
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Military Concert
U.S. Joint Forces Command will host its 15th annual "Salute to Veterans" concert on Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Christopher Newport University’s Ferguson Center for the Arts in Newport News. The event is free and open to the public.
The concert is free but tickets are encouraged to help ensure seating. Tickets are available beginning Sept. 25. People may obtain tickets through the Ticket and Tours (ITT) offices at Fort Eustis, Fort Monroe, Fort Story, Langley AFB, Naval Air Station Oceana, Little Creek, Naval Station Norfolk, Coast Guard Integrated Support Command and Ferguson Center for the Arts.
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Hampton's 3rd Annual Book Festival
Saturday, November 13, 2010--Hampton’s 3rd Annual Book Festival, organized and sponsored by the Hampton Literary Society, will be held from Noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 13, at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. The festival is free and open to the public. The event will be hosted by Hampton Literary Society founder, Veronica A. Davis. The 2010 festival will feature the literary talents of both local and national authors of all genres. Festival goers can have books signed by their favorite authors, and children can take part in fun games and crafts. Area schools and libraries have been invited to discuss and distribute materials about their reading and literacy promotion programs. Schools and libraries have been asked to provide activities that are fun for the whole family. Admission Fee: Open to the Public
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Running For Dreams
Saturday, Nov. 20th--Toby’s Dream Foundation will host their first annual 5K Run and Kids Miler at Mt. Trashmore. Race begins at 0900. It’s going to be a wonderful fall community event, great run location and mile walk/run for kids. Come enjoy the fun, Music, Moon Bounce, Kids Fun and Meet our Hero’s The Dream Kids. Toby’s Dream Foundation is a Local Hampton Roads Non-Profit organization for kids it ensures that children living with life-threatening illnesses in Greater Hampton Roads and the Eastern Shore of Virginia have the opportunity and resources to imagine and experience their most fantastic dream. Register by Nov. 18th www.active.com/running/virginia-beach-va/running-for-dreams-2010
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