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August 2010 Bullitin ready for down load Marilyn Monroe
AUGUST 15, 2010
VOLUME 28, ISSUE 4
Inside this issue:
Summer Ball Highlights p 2-3
What’s Up at CARH p 4
“Christmas in October” p 5
Thank You Letters p 6
Sacramento Fashion Show p 7-9
Community Corner p 10
Volunteer Connection p 11
Birthday’s of the Month p12
Recipes p14
Movie Matinee & Bingo Day p 15 Down load the July bulletin now.
Hollywood Nights
Many of you may not be aware that CARH is a privately funded not-for-profit, dependent solely on the generosity of our community. The majority of our funding is received through our local community based household recycling program. We do not receive State or Federal funding. CARH supporters should be proud of the fact that their donation big or small makes a huge difference in the lives of those with intellectual disabilities as can be seen in the photos in the next two pages! One of the favorite events for our clients is our Annual Summer Balls. These lavish themed events, held at the Hilton Hotels in Newark, Concord and Sacramento, provide a much needed social outlet for hundreds of special individuals allowing them to experience an evening of fine dining and dancing. Highlights include a raffle and a chance to be crowned King and Queen of the Ball. This year’s theme “Hollywood Nights” was particularly popular giving our guests an opportunity to enjoy the glam, glitter and glitz of dressing for the red carpet.
Adding to the Hollywood theme surprise guest, Marilyn Monroe impersonator/singer, Catherine Grillos, really spiced things up. As our guests enjoyed their salads, Marilyn made her entrance, opening her act with “Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend”. Marilyn created a lot of excitement visiting each table making sure to leave an “impression”.
As she made her rounds, she draped her red and black feathered boa over our guests heads and planted big red kisses on the foreheads and cheeks of our gentlemen guests. As the meal progressed Marilyn continued to entertain everyone by singing more of her famous songs including “I Wanna Be Loved By You”, “Some Like It Hot” and “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes”. Live DJ, David Goulart, of Unforgettable Memories, kept everyone’s feet moving. In fact, dancing feet quickly filled the dance floor when Lady Gaga’s hit, “Paparazzi” filled the air. All of our guests had a “Ball” dancing the night away. Some of our guests created huge conga lines which everyone eagerly joined. After dessert, a raffle and drawing for King and Queen of the Ball took place. Several lucky raffle winners were chosen to receive some terrific prizes. The King and Queen of the Balls were crowned and bestowed with a bag full of gifts. Hollywood Nights in Newark and Concord together brought much deserved happiness to a total of 584 guests. It gives us great pleasure to be able to provide exciting memories for so many wonderful individuals. It is all due to the support of our community, thank you.
We would also like to give a special thank you to Marilyn for a stunning and memorable performance.
July 2010 bulletin ready for download, Sacramento fashion show the 24th
JULY 15, 2010
VOLUME 28, ISSUE 3
Inside this issue:
Annual Picnic Highlights p 2-4
What’s Up at CARH p 5
Tickets p 6
Thank You Letters p 7
Sacramento Fashion Show p 8
Community Corner p 10
Volunteer Connection p 11
Birthday’s of the Month p 12
Recipes p 14
Movie Matinee & Bingo Day p 15
CARH’s Grant Program p 9
Down load the July bulletin now.
http://www.carh-inc.org/forms/archives/10julynews.pdf
If you missed “Cruisin’ with CARH” fashion show in Castro Valley, you can catch it in two weeks; July 24th 2010 in Sacramento at the Hilton Hotel 2200 Harvard, St. at 11 am. Call 510-537-6611 for tickets or get them on line at carhfashionshow.eventbrite.com
CARH’s 31st Annual Picnic
Sunny blue skies, shady Elm trees, and lush green grass
provided a beautiful setting for CARH’s 31st Annual Picnic held
at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. The event
which took place on Saturday, June 12th, provided a wealth of
fun activities, delicious food, and live entertainment for those
living with disabilities. A variety of game booths, balloons, face
painting, lawn sports, live music for dancing, talent show, and
tasty barbecue were all part of the festivities. Since 1980,
CARH’s picnic has been bringing joy to those living with special
needs. As the number of those registering with CARH
continues to rise, the popularity of this event continues to
draw new individuals each year. This year, the event attracted
1,066 individuals living in over five Counties. With numbers
like these it is evident that CARH’s services our needed more
than ever. We would like to thank all of our volunteers, and
entertainers, including Live DJ, David Goulart of Unforgettable
Memories, The Strings, Face Painter, Catherine Grillos, and
Stomper of the Oakland A’s, for making this such a memorable
event for all who attended.
CARH fashion show 2010 Photo book available for download free!
CARH’s most successful fashion show yet in 24 years. All of CARH’s shows are fun and unique but this year pulled in more donations than ever before! Thank you! Enjoy the fashion show through this 56 page full color book. Click here: http://www.carh-inc.org/forms/books/CARHfashionshow2010.pdf
June 2010 News Brief CARH Inc.
JUNE 15, 2010
VOLUME 28, ISSUE 2
Inside this issue:
“Cruisin’ with CARH” continued p2-4
What’s Up at CARH p5
Sacramento Fashion Show p6
Thank You Letters p7
Sacramento CARH Bingo p8-9
Community Corner p10
Volunteer Connection p11
Birthday’s of the Month p12
Recipes 14
Movie Matinee & Bingo Day p15
Don’t miss out Cruisin’ with CARH in Sacramento; Saturday July 24th, 2010.
READ http://www.carh-inc.org/forms/archives/10junenews.pdf
CARH “BINGO Day” Comes to Sacramento
Did someone say “BINGO”? Bingo, a favorite pastime for many of whom we serve in the Bay Area has proved to be the same for those we serve in Sacramento. On Sunday, May 23rd, a total of 80 players showed up at CARH’s “BINGO Day”, held at the First Baptist Church in Elk Grove. CARH’s ”BINGO Day” provides a fun social outlet, refreshments, and a chance to win some great prizes. CARH’s Bingo is unique in that everyone is guaranteed to be a winner. When a player wins, they can pick a prize of their choosing from the prize tables teeming with a variety of great items. We are pleased that our first “BINGO Day” held in Sacramento proved to be successful in bringing joy to those we serve in the area. In addition, we are thrilled to have received so much support from the Elk Grove community. We would like to extend our gratitude to all of the volunteers who made this event possible, including the church’s High School Youth Group, and Pastor, Phil Fuller, for calling BINGO. Your support is vital to our programs and services. We salute each and everyone of you for giving back to your community and supporting CARH’s mission to enrich the lives of those in need.
CARH's 31st Annual Summer Picnic Saturday, June 12th 2010
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The mouth watering smells of barbequed hamburgers and hot dogs will again fill the air at the Alameda County Fairgrounds as CARH hosts it's 31st Annual Summer Picnic on Saturday, June 12th ... This much anticipated event attracts over 800 CARH clients, care providers, families, volunteers and staff from all the counties served by CARH. A full BBQ lunch will be served including ice cream donated by Dreyers. A variety of game booths will be set up in addition to several lawn games which will be manned by local Boys Scout troops. Unforgettable Memories, DJ, David Goulart, will again provide music for everyone to dance to and the Country Western Band "The Strings" will make an appearance as well. As in years past, our impromptu talent show will sure to be a big hit again as it gives our clients an opportunity to perform to appreciative audience. A full day of fun is awaiting everyone who registers for this annual event. The cost is $5.00 per person. For more information or to register to attend please call 877-537-6611.
May 2010 News Brief
MAY 15, 2010
VOLUME 28, ISSUE 1
Inside this issue:
Easter Bunny Highlights p 2-3
What’s Up at CARH p 4
Ticket Program p 6
Where the Wild Things Are p 8-9
Community Corner p 10
Volunteer Connection p 11
Birthday’s of the Month p 12
Recipes p 14
Movie Matinee & Bingo p 15
See full stories: http://www.carh-inc.org/forms/archives/10maynews.pdf
Where the Wild Things Are In Sacramento
The weather for our “Where the Wild Things Are” Sacramento Zoo event was the complete opposite of the same event at the Oakland Zoo two weeks earlier! Sunshine and a light breeze ushered in a perfect spring day to spend at the beautiful William Lands Park, the location of the Sacramento Zoo. Over one hundred CARH clients, care providers, volunteers and staff enjoyed a full day of fun!
Our guests checked in at the zoo for a morning treasure hunt. With clues in hand they spread out to find the locations of where treasures could be found. At each site were volunteers from The First Baptist Church of Elk Grove to welcome them and give them a special gift. After visiting most of the main attractions our guests crossed the street to the picnic site where CARH staff had set up a tasty BBQ lunch served in a commemorative safari hat. After enjoying lunch and visiting with each other a number of individuals returned to the zoo to spend the remainder of the day. Thank you all who made this another successful CARH event in Sacramento!!
CARH’s Visiting Easter Bunny
As Easter came early this year, CARH’s “Visiting Easter Bunny” and “Easter Chick”, quickly sprung into action and visited a total of 34 facilities that cater to the developmentally disabled. With only two weeks to deliver, the busy bunny hopped to it and successfully got the job done delivering 2,130 gifts to those living in Alameda, Contra Costa, and Sacramento Counties. What better way to brighten one’s day with a big bunny hug, “Happy Easter” wishes, and a gift. We would like to thank all of CARH’s wonderful volunteers who helped bring joy to these special individuals. The smiles and laughter you helped to create say it all, and is a simple reminder to all of us at CARH how important we are to our special needs community.
CARH's 31st Annual Picnic
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Pleasanton, CA
Keep a look out! Invitations along with an RSVP form for this fabulous event were mailed on April 23rd with a deadline to RSVP by May 21st.
Cruisin' with CARH Sacramento
Presented by CARH, Inc.
Saturday, July 24, 2010
11:00 AM
Hilton Sacramento-Arden West
2200 Harvard Street
Sacramento, CA 95815
RSVP tickets with CARH
1-877-537-6611
CARH Brightens Everyone's Day
CARH’s most successful fashion show yet in 24 years.
Proud mom of fashion model Patricia Grubaugh leans in to photograph her daughter as she walks down the red carpet with to CARH’s most successful fashion show yet in 24 years. All of CARH’s shows are fun and unique but this year pulled in more donations than ever before. Another parent, the mom of one of one clients on the side of the CARH’s trucks, stated to the audience that she has applied for much help to assist in some of the extra costs special needs poses, and only CARH stepped up to the plate and provided her son with a wheel chair and other special needs. CARH is much more than that, the events we have are a safe heaven to meeting other clients. Why so financially successful? donations from the community for auction items pulled in a majority of the funds. They will be used to support the many services we provide. Below Chris Moore sports a La Cabana Hawaiian printed shirt and High Sierra Khaki shorts and a fun straw hat.
Donations are still coming, in so if you’d like to make a donation send a in to CARH Inc. 20513 - 17 Almeda Street, Castro Valley, CA 94546 If you’re a business owner contact us for auction item opportunities and thank you for your support.
Most Unique Fashion Show In The World – Hosted in Castro Valley May 1st.
By Stacy Poulos
(See Article Page 2 Castro Valley Forum: Tuesday April 28, 2010 )
I promise this will be the most unique fashion show you will attend in the world. CARH, Inc. and KKIQ 101.7 Radio Host & DJ Steve Fox are kicking off CARH’s 24th annual fashion show. What makes it so unique? The models are CARH’s clients who are intellectually disabled, and the clothing that they will be modeling are from CARH’s partner’s Thrift Town stores. You might recognize the charity name, CARH, Inc. around town as they pick up donations in order to support their many programs and services that benefit the special needs community. So if you can’t make this event, CARH will pick up your household donations or you can drop them off at the three Thrift Town store locations in the East Bay. Of course we accept cash donations as well . It all goes to a great cause!
The staying with the theme “Cruisin’ with CARH” Models will be dressed as though they are on a cruise through the Greek Islands. There is no better place to host this fabulous event then our very own “Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church” which hosts a wonderful Greek Food Festival annually in October. Consider it a warm up to all of the Greek Festivals that will be held this summer with awesome Greek bands and scrumptious Greek Foods!
If that doesn’t entice you, there are awesome raffle prizes and auction items that you can get for a steal. Prizes range from fine restaurant gift certificates to an electric guitar, trips, one being to DISNEYLAND and beautiful pieces of jewelry, all possible because of the generosity of the local business community. Director Mary Gianopoulos always puts on a great show that will tantalize all your senses. It will be the best 30 bucks you’ll ever spend. Get tickets at CARH 510-537-6611. There is more information at www.carh-inc.org.
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RAFFLE PRIZES
Prizes and details subject to change up until day of event.
1. Olive Garden Restaurant $25.00 gift certificate and kitchen towel and pot holder set and olive dish.
2. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom ; two complimentary tickets valid from 01/01/2010 to 10/31/2010 and a few cuddly “wild things”.
3. Trader Joes gift bag full of “goodies”.
4. Foot-Spa on Bancroft Ave. in San Leandro Foot-Spa on Bancroft Ave. in San Leandro; $20.00 gift card and assorted lotions, personal care items.
5. Gigi’s Florist Gigi’s Florist in Castro Valley.
6. Cottage Flowers.
7. Fremont Florist ; $25.00 gift certificate and vase.
8. Florist shop at Industrial Ave. in Hayward.
9. BJ restaurant.
10. Castro Valley Florist; $25.00 gift certificate and vase.
11. Spin-a-Yarn Restaurant Spin-a-Yarn Restaurant; $50.00 gift certificate and pottery.
12. Brown Chinese Bench with Navy Blue chop stick place settings for six.
13. Monogrammed soaps and linen towels with ceramic bath set.
14. Four Zebra plate set with large platter.
15. Gold pate dessert set.
16. Tea Kettle Lamp by Hallmark.
17. Silver Jewelry Box full of scarves.
18. Silver Picture Frame and Photo Album.
CRUISIN’ WITH CARH
SILENT AUCTION
1. $100 Gift Certificate from Heller Jewelers Heller Jewelers and small jewelry box. Value: $100.
2. Hilton Hotel in Oakland Hilton Hotel in Oakland; Friday or Saturday Night stay and breakfast for two.
3. Jewelry by Design; sterling silver cultured pearl ring with free sizing. Value:$200.
4. Hilton Hotel in Newark/Fremont Hilton Hotel in Newark/Fremont; One weekend Night Stay for Two.
5. Disney Land Disney Land; four 1 day Hooper Passes.
6. Montclair Soaps; gift basket of natural lotions, soaps, and creams.
7. Original water color “Grandmothers Garden” by local artist Rene Clair Value: $200
8. Silver Mirror and Two silver benches from Magenta Art.
9. Hilton Hotel in Concord Hilton Hotel in Concord; 1 weekend night stay and breakfast for two.
10. A Squier by Fender electric Guitar with amp Donated by Allegro Music Donated by Allegro Music Value: $200
11. Necklace and earring set by Teresa; lavender crystal hearts and beads with gold spacers and drop earrings.
12. Necklace and earring set by Teresa, amber beads w/dragonfly brass central piece. Drop earrings with yellow spacer beads.
13. Barons Jewelers Barons Jewelers $50.00 Gift Certificate.
Reservations only so give us a call and get your tickets!!
Stay Informed, And Save The Planet, Everyday is a Earth Day At CARH!
Every month Jennifer Feeney a 12 year CARH veteran pulls together all the wonderful elements to produce CARH’s monthly NewsViews bulletin. Inside the bulletin our director Mary Gianopoulos gives the community a heads up for What's Up at CARH. Also inside you will learn current information about out events, Celebrations, Ticket Program, Thank You letters from our clients, A Community Corner, and Volunteer Connection, Birthday's of the Month, Recipes, Movie Matinee and Bingo Day.... Whew! We at CARH are very active in providing a enriched life for out clients and enjoy the opportunity to do so. Especially when we bust out the Disco and everyone enjoys dancing. You can help save the planet if you subscribe to our blog instead of our printed version and 'virtually' see it. While your at it sign up for our twitter and FacebookFacebook we love to tweet and have lots of friends.
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