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07/03/2009 - 8:00am Blood Crives--Comm. Blood Ctr. July 2009
July 2009
The Community Blood Center of the Carolinas is seeking more donors during the July 4th holiday and summer months. For information on blood drives near you, visit www.cbcc.us or call (704) 972-4700….
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07/03/2009 - 5:00pm Lake Norman July 3rd Celebration
July 3 (Friday)
The Lowe’s YMCA in Mooresville will host its annual July 3rd Summer Celebration, from 5-10pm. Proceeds will benefit the Community Outreach and Starfish Academy. The event is the Lake Norman area’s largest celebration for children &families and is free to the public. It includes games, face painting, a veteran’s ceremony & more. For information & directions, call (704) 716-4017….
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07/06/2009 - 8:00am Meck. Co. Park & Rec Boards July -August
July-August 2009
Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation is seeking applicants to serve on two new citizen advisory councils: the Senior Citizen advisory Council and the Cultural Arts Advisory Council. Both will advise the department about service needs &recreation programming. Go to www.parkandrec.com or call (704) 432-1157…..
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07/06/2009 - 8:00am Starting a Non-Profit July 2009
July 2009
If you would like to learn more about starting and funding a 501© (3) Nonprofit organization, basic grant writing and more, there are workshops thru out the summer. For details on costs & locations, call Susan Woods (704) 968-2769….
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07/06/2009 - 6:00pm Foster Parents Needed
July 6 (Monday)
Lutheran Family Services of the Carolinas is in need of foster parents. Qualified parents will receive respite care, 24-hour support, training, monthly support groups, appreciation gifts & reimbursement. Information sessions will be held on Monday, July 6th, 6-7pm in Shelby, N.C. & Saturday, July 18th,11am-12 noon in Bessemer City, N.C. For more information on becoming a foster parent, call (704) 214-7345 or 1-800-HELPING….
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07/09/2009 - 10:00am Urban League Open House-July 9
July 9 (Thursday)
The Urban League of Central Carolinas will hold an open house on Thursday, July 9th from 10am—7pm. Enjoy tours learn about the new Fiber Optic Initiative & view League programs. For more information, go to www.urbanleaguecc.org …..
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07/11/2009 - 11:00am James Worthy Charity Golf July 11
July 11—13 (Saturday—Monday)
Come out to NBA star James Worthy’s three day charity golf tournament to benefit his hometown of Gastonia’s Boys & Girls Club—the Vernon L. Perry Unit. The “James Worthy Charity Golf Weekend” is July 11 thru 13 at the Birkdale Golf Club in Huntersville. A weekend filled with events, including celebrity golfers & more. For details & cost, contact Joe Stroman @ (704) 813-2426…..
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07/11/2009 - 7:00pm Charity Dance for the Homeless July11
July 11 (Saturday)
Take part in a new way to help the homeless—at a charity dance. Saturday, July 11, Homeless Helping Homeless will host its 3rd annual community oldies dance. It takes place at St. Martins Episcopal Church-- 1501 E. 7th Street in Charlotte from 7pm—10pm. Tickets are $10.00 The Event is alcohol free & refreshments are provided. For more information & to purchase tickets, contact Liz Clasen @ (704) 926-0608…
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07/12/2009 - 1:00am Folk Society Jam-July 12
July 12 (Sunday)
The Charlotte Folk Society’s 4th annual Old Time Music Jam & Ice Cream Social will be held on Sunday, July 12th, 1-4pm on the grounds of the Historic Rosedale Plantation—3427 North Tryon Street. Activities on the grounds are FREE, including open jam sessions, clogging demonstrations & ice cream, and stories from Members of the Storytellers Guild of Charlotte. For information, contact Wanda Hubicki (704) 563-7080 or www.folksociety.org or www.historicrosedale.org …
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07/16/2009 - 8:00am PAL Football Camp - July 16-17
July 16-17 (Thursday & Friday)
The Police Athletic League (PAL) is sponsoring a two day football camp for youth ages 7-14 for the upcoming 2009 season. Camp is conducted by police officers, volunteer coaches, & professional football players. Camp cost is $10.00—PAL provides lunch & refreshments. Camp time is 8:00am-3:00pm @ Revolution Park—2441 Barringer Dr. More info? www.charmeckpal.org or (704) 336-2105…
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07/17/2009 - 5:00pm Falcon Childrens Home Anniversary- July 17-19
July 17-19 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
The Falcon Children’s Home 100 Year Anniversary Celebration is July 17-19 at Home—7569 North West Street in Falcon, N.C. The fun filled family weekend is open to all former alumni, employees, associates & the community. For more information & to schedule your FREE accommodations, contact Sylvia Morris @ (910) 980-1384, event website is www.facebook.com/falconchildrenshome .....
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07/18/2009 - 12:00pm Youth Awareness Celebration -July 18
July 18 (Saturday)
A Youth Awareness Celebration (The Guardian Angel Project) will be held on Saturday, July 18th from 12 noon—3pm at the Erwin Center baseball field, 913 Pryor Street in Gastonia. For details, contact Tangela Brown @ (704) 271-0869….
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07/18/2009 - 12:00pm Ranson Jr. High Class Reunion -July 18
July 18 (Saturday)
Ranson Jr. High School Class Reunion for classes from 1975—1989 takes place on Saturday, July 18th from 12noon—4pm @ Ranson Middle School—5850 Statesville Road in Charlotte. Contact Antonio Grissom (919) 747-3536 for complete details…..
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07/25/2009 - 10:00am Poetry in the Park July 25
July 25 (Saturday)
It’s a family event—Poetry in the Park @ Freedom Park, 1900 East Boulevard in Charlotte. Poets take the stage @ the lake amphitheater on Saturday, July 25th from 10am—7pm. It’s FREE to the public.Vendors contact Dale Gray @ (980)875-7167…
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07/25/2009 - 8:00pm Old Westview Fundraiser Dance July 25
July 25 (Saturday)
It’s a fundraiser for a historic cemetery in Wadesboro, N.C. The Friends of Old Westview, Inc are sponsoring a summer gala Saturday, July 25th 8pm—12 midnight @ the Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel—3315 South Futrell Drive. Forticket information, contact Leon Gatewood (704)695-4960 or Diana Carlton (704)394-4959. Proceeds will benefit the restoration of the historical project in Wadesboro…
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07/27/2009 - 8:00am Indep. H.S. Football Camp
July 27 & 28 (Monday & Tuesday)
Independence High School Jr. Football Camp is set for Monday & Tuesday, July 27 & 28 from 8am—12 noon. Cost is $75.00 per child. For details on the camp and requirements, call (704) 575-0978. Funds raised will be used to support the Independence High School football program for 2009-2010…..
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07/27/2009 - 8:00am South Charlotte Exercise Classes
July-August 2009
Pineville United Methodist Church is offering summer exercise classes to residents of the Pineville and south Charlotte community. Classes include instructions in Yoga & regular exercises. Classes are offered year round –some are free, others at a minimal fee. For directions & details, call (704) 364-0016…..
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07/30/2009 - 6:00pm Matching Grants workshops- July 30
July 30 (Thursday)
Neighborhood Matching Grants fun various projects for Charlotte neighborhoods. The matching grant program application deadline is September 15th. Organizations must send a representative to a pre-application workshop. The next is July 30th @ University Regional Library—301 East W.T. Harris Blvd, 6-8:30pm. To check your group’s eligibility call (704) 336-2061 or www.neighborhoods.charmeck.org …..
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08/01/2009 - 9:00am Foreclosure Prevention Summit
August 1 (Saturday)
ACORN will hold a Foreclosure Prevention Summit on Saturday, August 1, 2009 from 9am—3pm @ Providence United Methodist Church—2810 Providence Road in Charlotte. The event is designed to assist troubled borrowers to avoid foreclosure, and learn what options are available. Register with Jean Busby @ (704) 531-0760….
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08/08/2009 - 4:00pm Internatl. Cycling Benefit Event
August 8, 2009 (Saturday)
The 6th Annual Presbyterian Hospital Invitational Criterium International Cycling in Charlotte takes place on Saturday, August 8 with pre-race activities starting @ 4:30pm. The event benefits brain cancer research thru the Brain Tumor Fund for the Carolinas. For more information, go to www.btfcnc.org or call (704) 821-0110. For schedule & roster of athletes go to www.charlottecriterium.org.......
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08/21/2009 - 12:00pm West Charlotte H.S. Class of '69 Reunion
August 21-23 (Friday-Sunday)
The West Charlotte High School Class of 1969 is now taking registrations for their upcoming 40th reunion. The event will be held August 21-23 @ the Hilton of Charlotte at the University. For more info, contact the committeeby sending an email to wcclassof1969@yahoo.com Contacts are Alonzo Wilson or Anita Johnson…
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09/19/2009 - 10:00am 3rd Saturdays thru September ’09-FREE Golf Lessons
Social Charms 101 is sponsoring FREE golf lessons for ladies every third Saturday from April thru September 2009. Learn basic techniques and golf etiquette. Sign up at www.socialcharms101.com or call (704) 222-1630
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