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Its Christmas cheers once again as the Sharity Gift Box project returns to bring festive joy to the less privileged! Now in its 22nd year, this initiative hopes to unite Singaporeans to come together in the spirit of giving and sharing – going beyond monetary donations. The initiative also hopes ...More

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Its Christmas cheers once again as the Sharity Gift Box project returns to bring festive joy to the less privileged! Now in its 22nd year, this initiative hopes to unite Singaporeans to come together in the spirit of giving and sharing – going beyond monetary donations. The initiative also hopes to allow givers to come away with the joy of giving and sharing by getting everyone involved in the process of selecting, purchasing and even gift-wrapping the presents. Those who wish to do their part can donate daily household items and groceries; and/or fulfill a specific wish of a child, elderly or family and bring joy to their lives. So Have a Heart, Share a Gift!

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17th Annual Ladue Chapel Holiday Mart Come shop and see over 40 venders. Childrens clothing and artwork, seasonal merchandise, jewelry, stationery, purses, women's apparel and more. Help support Nurses for Newborns. All proceeds benefit our nonprofit accredited preschool at Ladue Chapel Presbyterian ...More

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17th Annual Ladue Chapel Holiday Mart Come shop and see over 40 venders. Childrens clothing and artwork, seasonal merchandise, jewelry, stationery, purses, women's apparel and more. Help support Nurses for Newborns. All proceeds benefit our nonprofit accredited preschool at Ladue Chapel Presbyterian Church 9450 Clayton Rd. Free Admission and Parking 314-993-3993

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Come experience the magic on Saturday, November 28, 2009 from 8:00 pm – midnight! King’s Court Castle at Olde World Canterbury Village located at 2325 Joslyn Ct. Lake Orion, MI Elegant hot and cold hors d’oeuvre buffet, live band, dancing, silent auction, door prizes and more! $20.00 for ...More

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Come experience the magic on Saturday, November 28, 2009 from 8:00 pm – midnight! King’s Court Castle at Olde World Canterbury Village located at 2325 Joslyn Ct. Lake Orion, MI Elegant hot and cold hors d’oeuvre buffet, live band, dancing, silent auction, door prizes and more! $20.00 for members; $25.00 for non-members. $175.00 table for 8. Cash bar. Singles and married couples welcome. Dressy attire. Reservations required. Purchase your tickets online at www.successfullysingle.org or call 248.289.6406.

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The house is decorated and the goodies are in the oven. Come tour the ministry home and make plans now to join us on Sunday, December 6 from 2-4pm for our Open House and Silent Auction. Shop for Christmas and help us reach the dream of owning our ministry home. Along with the Silent Auction we will ...More

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The house is decorated and the goodies are in the oven. Come tour the ministry home and make plans now to join us on Sunday, December 6 from 2-4pm for our Open House and Silent Auction. Shop for Christmas and help us reach the dream of owning our ministry home. Along with the Silent Auction we will have door prizes, original artwork, monogrammed gift items, Hannah’s Haven 2010 calendars, beautiful evergreen wreaths, baked goods, crafts, and lots more.

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Beat the crowds by joining us for the 7th Annual Opening Night Shopping Spree at the Bizarre Bazaar at the Richmond Raceway on Wednesday evening, December 2, 2009. Enjoy a glass of wine while you browse four buildings packed with irresistible holiday themed surprises. Hundreds of unique exhibitors ...More

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Beat the crowds by joining us for the 7th Annual Opening Night Shopping Spree at the Bizarre Bazaar at the Richmond Raceway on Wednesday evening, December 2, 2009. Enjoy a glass of wine while you browse four buildings packed with irresistible holiday themed surprises. Hundreds of unique exhibitors will feature gifts, clothing, gourmet foods, and decorative accessories. Just imagine, all of your holiday shopping completed in this festive atmosphere in one night! Call 827-9486 for ticket details.

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Come join us at the Big S Beer Fest. The 14th annual Beerfest returns to Huizenga Plaza on Friday, Dec. 4. Click on the PayPal link to purchase tickets to this year's event. General admission is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. V.I.P. admission is $35 in advance and $40 at the door. V.I.P. ticke ...More

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Come join us at the Big S Beer Fest. The 14th annual Beerfest returns to Huizenga Plaza on Friday, Dec. 4. Click on the PayPal link to purchase tickets to this year's event. General admission is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. V.I.P. admission is $35 in advance and $40 at the door. V.I.P. tickets include access to the private V.I.P. area, which includes a full bar and food. WHEN: December 4th, Friday 6-11pm WHERE: Huizenga Plaza WHY: Charity Event for Trash 2 Treasures

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Join us for the 14th annual Holiday Market! The Market offers unique, handmade fine arts and crafts from 16 exhibitors (including photography, greeting cards, pottery/ceramics, jewelry, fabric, paper crafts, and holiday greens), one-stop-shopping for all your holiday needs, and delicious Bake Sale ...More

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Join us for the 14th annual Holiday Market! The Market offers unique, handmade fine arts and crafts from 16 exhibitors (including photography, greeting cards, pottery/ceramics, jewelry, fabric, paper crafts, and holiday greens), one-stop-shopping for all your holiday needs, and delicious Bake Sale items to benefit Food for Others. Of course, the Market is FREE and open to the public! All exhibitors are DRA artist members and all crafts are handmade. The exhibitors participating in this year’s Holiday Market are Jen Athanas, Kimberly Bush, Charles Farmer, Gail Goriesky, Kay Graf, Jewell Lewis-Terry, Genevieve Lynn, Betsy Mead, Stacy Rausch, Tangela Roe, Leah Sturgis, Ron Tickerhoff, Joyce Wagner, Chris West, Tamara Wilkerson, and Tracy Wilkerson. The Opening Reception is on Friday, December 4, from 7:00 - 9:30 pm. Come early to enjoy some delicious hot food from Sapore D’Italia, a new Del Ray area restaurant. There will be lots of holiday food and the exhibitors will be open for business. The Holiday Market continues on Saturday, December 5, from 10 am – 6 pm. On Sunday, the fun continues from noon – 4 pm when the Holiday Market will close for its last day this year! Throughout the Holiday Market, baked goods will be sold in the annual Bake Sale - so join us for the holiday festivities! Contact Tracy Wilkerson at (703) 501-1736 or tlwideas@comcast.net for additional information. The Del Ray Artisans gallery is located at the Nicholas A. Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA 22301 and the facility is handicap accessible.

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Y Gen Out Loud and Austin Java will host a study break for all college students from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6, at the coffeehouse’s 12th and Lamar location. The “Coffee and Cupcakes” fundraiser will benefit Y Gen Out Loud, an Austin-based nonprofit news site that provides a platform ...More

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Y Gen Out Loud and Austin Java will host a study break for all college students from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6, at the coffeehouse’s 12th and Lamar location. The “Coffee and Cupcakes” fundraiser will benefit Y Gen Out Loud, an Austin-based nonprofit news site that provides a platform for Generation Y to stay informed about national politics and public policy issues. The Web site address is: http://ygenoutloud.com. A $10 donation will get you two tickets with which you can buy a coffee and a cupcake to enjoy while sitting in the back garden. Austin Java is donating the coffee, and Hey Cupcake! is donating the sweet treats.

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Happy Birthday Harlequin! To celebrate HQ's 60th Birthday, Lady Jane's will celebrate with HQ author and Salon co-founder Hope Tarr and HQ senior editor Brenda Chin will present. Romance fiction reviewer and local author Stacey Agdern will read from her Hanukah novella. Join romance authors Maya Ro ...More

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Happy Birthday Harlequin! To celebrate HQ's 60th Birthday, Lady Jane's will celebrate with HQ author and Salon co-founder Hope Tarr and HQ senior editor Brenda Chin will present. Romance fiction reviewer and local author Stacey Agdern will read from her Hanukah novella. Join romance authors Maya Rodale, Leanna Renee Hieber, and Hope Tarr for Manhattan's first reading series devoted exclusively to romance fiction. Admission is $5.00 or one gently used romance novel. Cash bar. Proceeds to benefit Share The Love, a non-profit organization that provides gently used romance novels to groups helping women in transition, such as homeless or domestic violence shelters. Why? Because everyone deserves the pleasure of a good story and a happy ending.Co-sponsors: Share The Love and Ron Hogan of Beatrice.com.Visit us on the web at www.ladyjanesalon.com

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Please join us on Friday, December 4th for wine, food & fun! We will be wine tasting from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm at Artale Wine Co in Rockford. Josef's will be providing delicious food and we will have prizes/giveaways! Only $15 per person and you can pay at the door. Join us in "tasting for a cure" with ...More

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Please join us on Friday, December 4th for wine, food & fun! We will be wine tasting from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm at Artale Wine Co in Rockford. Josef's will be providing delicious food and we will have prizes/giveaways! Only $15 per person and you can pay at the door. Join us in "tasting for a cure" with the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Questions? Call 815.229.1632

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Dance New Amsterdam (DNA) Announces: Holiday on the Hudson DNA’s Winter Fundraiser with hosts Alex McCord and Simon van Kempen of The Real Housewives of New York City December 6, 2009 (New York, NY) - Dance New Amsterdam (DNA) is pleased to continue the celebration of our 25th Anniversary and the ...More

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Dance New Amsterdam (DNA) Announces: Holiday on the Hudson DNA’s Winter Fundraiser with hosts Alex McCord and Simon van Kempen of The Real Housewives of New York City December 6, 2009 (New York, NY) - Dance New Amsterdam (DNA) is pleased to continue the celebration of our 25th Anniversary and the holiday season with a special party – Holiday on the Hudson. Special guest hosts Alex McCord and Simon van Kempen from The Real Housewives of New York City will be leading the evening of drinks, food, and celebrity performances on board the Skyline Princess. 3:00pm-4:30pm Cocktails at the Dock of Chelsea Piers 4:30pm The Skyline Princess Sails 7:00pm The Ship Docks While aboard the ship, guests will enjoy performances from the wilder-than-average performers of the New York Burlesque scene, including Honi Harlow, Jo Boobs, Akynos, the Schlep Sisters, Howling Vic, and Plum Manchego. Guests will have the pleasure of a special appearance by Mink Claus, Santa’s wayward sister from Bay Ridge, as well as performances by singer Sarah Jane and pianist George “Shorts” Small. Ticket Levels: $500 Cruise Director $250 Party Captain $125 Chief Mate $50 Boatswain To Purchase Tickets With: Credit Cards: Purchase online at www.dnadance.org by clicking on “Holiday on the Hudson Tickets.” This link will redirect you to NYCharities.org. Total the amount of tickets to be purchased and place amount in the donation box. The donation should be designated to December 6th. Note: Please do not make your donation anonymous as we will not have your name on the reservation list! Cash: Pay at the front desk at DNA, or meet us at the dock at Chelsea Piers! Holiday on the Hudson is sponsored by The Pinnacle Group and media sponsor, Gotham Gazette. Dance New Amsterdam also appreciates the additional support from Grandma’s Secrets. ***** Dance New Amsterdam (DNA) has been dedicated to the pursuit of artistic excellence in dance performance, education and creative/administrative services since 1984. An incomparable resource, DNA’s 25,000 square foot facility is a pioneer infrastructure for the performing arts by housing both a professional theater and education center – cultivating dance in all its forms and guiding dancers through the various stages of their career. DNA provides valuable opportunities for the aspiring, emerging and established artist, including classes, artistic residencies, and studio and administrative office subsidies. DNA also commissions new choreographic works and presents a year-round performance season of fully produced dance works and world premieres. The state-of-the-art facilities include a professional 130-seat theater, six studios, a wellness program, two galleries and a reception space. DNA was the first not-for-profit arts organization to move to Lower Manhattan after 9/11 and plays a critical role as an asset for the dance community, as well as a renewing force in downtown Manhattan’s cultural landscape. Dance New Amsterdam (DNA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is celebrating 25 years of empowering artists, and promoting artistic excellence through dance performances, educational programming, artist services and creative opportunities. Please donate today to support DNA and help us maintain affordable pricing for artists and audiences.

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Brass Unicorn invites you to our first annual Artisan/Craft Faire. We will have gifts, handmade jewelry, handmade soy candles, baked goods and mixes and much more. A portion of our proceeds will benefit Marjaree Mason Center Domestic Violence Shelter for Women and Children. We are also having a col ...More

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Brass Unicorn invites you to our first annual Artisan/Craft Faire. We will have gifts, handmade jewelry, handmade soy candles, baked goods and mixes and much more. A portion of our proceeds will benefit Marjaree Mason Center Domestic Violence Shelter for Women and Children. We are also having a collection that day for blankets and new standard pillows for the center, and other wishlist items they need. Please visit this website to see the wishlist. http://www.mmcenter.org/wishlist.php

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POLLO TROPICAL® HELPS “SET THE STAGE” FOR BAYSHORE CULTURAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Media Contacts: Kampi Chaleunsouk Alcione Gonzalez 305-751-7001 x8004 305-751-7001 x8003 kampi@impactmiami.com alcione@impactmiami.com NAPLE – The Board of Directors of the B ...More

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POLLO TROPICAL® HELPS “SET THE STAGE” FOR BAYSHORE CULTURAL AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Media Contacts: Kampi Chaleunsouk Alcione Gonzalez 305-751-7001 x8004 305-751-7001 x8003 kampi@impactmiami.com alcione@impactmiami.com NAPLES – The Board of Directors of the Bayshore Cultural and Performing Arts Center (CAPA) has joined forces with Pollo Tropical® to help raise funds for the construction of a new performing arts center in the Naples area. On Sunday, December 6, CAPA, will host a Benefit Night at the Pollo Tropical located at 3777 East Tamiami Trail from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Twenty percent of sales generated from CAPA’s guests will be donated to the organization's mission to create a Naples performing arts venue. CAPA’s mission is to create a state-of-the-art cultural and performing arts center that will showcase local visual and performing talent. It will also provide cultural, performance and educational opportunities for the community. The CAPA Board includes members from Naples Concert Band, Naples Opera Society, The Bach Ensemble, Naples Orchestra and Chorus, Naples Music Club, Classic Chamber Series and more. Pollo Tropical started hosting regular Benefit Nights in August of 2008, to help nonprofit organizations such as the YMCA, Girl Scouts, Boys and Girls Clubs, local schools and Parent Teacher Associations raise money for special projects. For more information or to nominate your charity for a Pollo Tropical® Benefit Night, visit www.pollotropical.com. HOW IT WORKS The first step is to visit www.pollotropical.com and complete and submit a Benefit Night request form found under the Community tab. Once a Benefit Night is approved, Pollo Tropical will identify a restaurant location that is conveniently located for the organization to host the Benefit Night. The organization is then responsible for distributing Pollo Tropical guest vouchers for the event to the supporters—voucher layouts are provided by Pollo Tropical. After the Benefit Night is completed, Pollo Tropical donates to the organization 20 percent of that store’s sales generated by the guests of the Benefit Night. About Pollo Tropical® Born in a Caribbean kitchen with a Latin accent in the melting pot of Miami, Pollo Tropical's signature citrus marinated, tropical-spiced grilled chicken (Pollo in Spanish) created its namesake. People came from all over just to get a taste of the Pollo. Today, that same recipe is being grilled fresh and served fast to about 20 million loyal Pollo Tropical fans at more than 100 Pollo Tropical restaurants. There’s no mistaking the taste, the freshness and the flavor of Pollo Tropical. For more information on Pollo Tropical®, including menu items and nutritional information, visit online at www.pollotropical.com. ###

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Gingerbread… Gifts… Glitz…at Gilda’s Club Holiday Gift Sale and Gingerbread House Auction Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind holiday gifts crafted by local artists, who are donating 20 percent of their proceeds to benefit Gilda’s Club Western New York as part of ...More

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Gingerbread… Gifts… Glitz…at Gilda’s Club Holiday Gift Sale and Gingerbread House Auction Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind holiday gifts crafted by local artists, who are donating 20 percent of their proceeds to benefit Gilda’s Club Western New York as part of Artists In Buffalo’s Holiday Open Studios and Galleries. There will be jewelry, quilts, photography, pottery and more. Attendees will also have the opportunity to bid, via silent auction to benefit Gilda’s Club WNY, on homemade gingerbread houses created by amateur and professional bakers.

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IAEE and GES have collaborated this year to create a spectacular event following Expo! Expo!. "Humanity Rocks: A Celebration with a Cause" will become an annual affair to offer guests an opportunity to network with other industry professionals while giving back to the local community. Each year, a l ...More

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IAEE and GES have collaborated this year to create a spectacular event following Expo! Expo!. "Humanity Rocks: A Celebration with a Cause" will become an annual affair to offer guests an opportunity to network with other industry professionals while giving back to the local community. Each year, a local non-profit organization (based on the Expo! Expo! host city) will be designated to benefit from the proceeds of the event. Camp Sunshine in Atlanta is this year's charity of choice.

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Whistlestop, the non-profit organization that provides vital services to Marin County’s older adults and individuals with disabilities will hold its annual GINGERBREAD HOUSE Decorating Party to celebrate the holidays. This fun-filled event for the whole family includes guidance from pastry chefs, ...More

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Whistlestop, the non-profit organization that provides vital services to Marin County’s older adults and individuals with disabilities will hold its annual GINGERBREAD HOUSE Decorating Party to celebrate the holidays. This fun-filled event for the whole family includes guidance from pastry chefs, lots of candy, snacks, champagne (and nonalcoholic drinks), entertainment and, of course, you take home your own beautifully decorated gingerbread house! Delicious hors d’oeuvres by Stacy Scott Catering will be part of the holiday cheer as well as entertainment and caroling by Fourth Street Beat, SingersMarin and of course, an appearance by that jolly gentleman himself, Santa Claus! Public Information: Ticket prices are $150 for adults, youth 13 and younger $75, and family package for 2 adults and 2 kids is $350. Seating is limited and reservations are required by calling (415) 456-9062 ext 121. www.thewhistlestop.org About Whistlestop Since 1954 Whistlestop has been a leader in providing value to the Marin County community through comprehensive and integrated services and activities for older adults and individuals with disabilities. One of these services, Whistlestop Wheels, provides busses that run seven days a week from early morning to late night, offering approximately 145,000 rides yearly for all types of needs throughout Marin County and beyond, including ADA service for eligible individuals. In addition, Whistlestop provides continuing support for older adults through client-centered services and activities so that older adults in Marin County can maintain and enhance their overall well-being and live active lives as independently as possible. This includes multicultural programs, social activities and educational classes, and many special programs for the Hispanic/Latino, Vietnamese, German, and Farsi-speaking communities. Invaluable services like citizenship assistance and ESL classes (provided for over 500 low-income older adults and their families) are offered as part of Whistlestop’s ongoing programs. Today the bustling Multicultural Department provides more than 2,000 outreach contacts in multiple languages. Whistlestop’s Jackson Café serves nutritious and low-cost lunchtime meals, Monday through Friday to older adults (including multi-ethnic older adults) and diners of all ages at the newly renovated and modern Jackson Café in downtown San Rafael. The Café features hot entrees, deli sandwiches, pizza, soups, desserts, and a fresh salad bar.

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Experience the magic of this magnificent 130 year old White Bear Lake treasure decked out in all its holiday splendor. Open for public tours one day only! Don’t miss it! Tickets: Adults - $5, 12 and under - $3, Free to WBLA Historical Society members. For more info: 651-407-5327, jean@whitebea ...More

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Experience the magic of this magnificent 130 year old White Bear Lake treasure decked out in all its holiday splendor. Open for public tours one day only! Don’t miss it! Tickets: Adults - $5, 12 and under - $3, Free to WBLA Historical Society members. For more info: 651-407-5327, jean@whitebearhistory.org