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Congratulations to the winner of the Rosen Shingle Creek Weekend Get-Away!
The Tails at the Beach event raised over $10,000, with 100 percent going directly to Canine Companions for Independence! Thanks to all the staff, volunteers, donors and participants for making this event such a success.
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Tails at the Beach - January 21, 2010, 6:00 pm
New Smyrna Yatch Club
1201 South Riverside Dr., New Smyrna Beach, FL
Don't miss out on the fun! Tickets and sponsorships are still available starting at only $65. Come enjoy food, drinks, a silent auction, raffle and a special presentation by a local Canine Companions for Independence assistance dog team!
All proceeds benefit Canine Companions for Independence!!
The raffle item this year is a certificate to the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando. Enjoy a two night stay, golf for two, dinner at Cala Bella or A Land Remembered and two 50-minute massages at The Spa at Shingle Creek!! The value of this package is over $1,000.
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Florida Horse Festival & Carriage Show - February 19-21, 2010
Florida Carriage Museum & Resort
3000 Marion County Rd., Weirsdale, FL 32195
This event is designed to be spectator friendly and interactive featuring equine performances throughout the weekend. Ticket cost also includes admission to the Florida State Carriage Museum.
Canine Companions for Independence will have a graduate and other volunteers in the Center Ring on Friday and Saturday doing talks and demonstrations.
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| Past Events and Workshops: 2009 |
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Murphie's CCI Friends Annual Trail Ride • April 4 - 5, 2009
Flynn Bridge Farm, Conway, NC
HWY 158 between Jackson and Conway
Pre-registration only; limited to 150 riders
Deadline: March 30th
Ride and Dinner: $30 per person
Children under 12 ride and eat free
Dinner is $12 for non-riders
Proof of negative coggins required
Saturday night buffet featuring BBQ, Cat Fish, and Chicken with sides catered by Nixon's Family Restaurant. Homemade desserts will also be available.
For more information, contact Errol Flynn at 252-578-6546 or golati@aol.com. Print the registration form here.
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Build-A-Bear • May 1st - 31st, 2009
www.buildabear.com
Nationwide
During the month of May, Build-A-Bear Workshop has a special offer that will benefit Canine Companions for Independence. When you buy any full-sized Bearemy's Kennel Pals friend at Build-A-Bear Workshop May 1-31, 2009, $1 will be donated through the Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation to Canine Companions.
Last year we raised over $64,000 with this program. Let's try to do it again this year!
This is a limited time offer and is available online and at all their nationwide stores. Plus, Build-A-Bear has a black and yellow Labrador and a golden retriever that you can stuff with love and dress as an assistance dog.
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Herndon branch: Friday, June 19, 10:30 am
South Creek branch: Wed., July 1, 10:30 a.m.
Southeast branch: Monday, July 6, 10:30 a.m.
Southwest branch: Friday, July 17, 10:30 a.m.
Alafaya branch: Tuesday, July 21, 10:30 a.m.
Did you know that some dogs have jobs? Come learn about Canine Companions for Indendence and meet Harv - a dog with a very important job!
Call each branch directly for more information.
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7th Annual Athens Run For The Dogs •
September 19, 2009
Sandy Creek Park, 400 Bob Hollman Road, Athens, GA
The Georgia Volunteer Chapter for Canine Companions for Independence will host their seventh annual fundraiser, Athens Run for the Dogs, in Athens, Georgia. It will be held at Sandy Creek Park, 400 Bob Hollman Road on Saturday, September 19, 2009.
The event will include a 5K race for runners and a 1-mile fun run and walk for people and their dogs. Dogs may participate in all but the 5K race. Dogs can participate with their owners for free. The entrance fee includes a t-shirt for registered humans and a bandana for participating dogs. Check-in and registration will start at 8:00 a.m. and races will begin at 9:00 a.m.
In addition to the races there will be a raffle with the top prize of $500.00 in cash. Tickets are $2.00 each. Other activities include testing for AKC Canine Good Citizenship and Therapy Dogs International, games for people and their dogs, pet-related vendors and entertainment.
Check out all of the events in the Greater Atlanta Area here!
To sponsor a team or make a donation, please check out the Athens Run For The Dogs website for more information.
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Celebrating 60 Years of Peanuts•
October 17, 2009
Canine Companions for Independence
8150 Clarcona Ocoee Rd., Orlando, FL
On Saturday, October 17, 2009, the Southeast Peanuts Collectors Club presents the 9th Annual Swap and Auction!
Activities include:
12 pm - 2 pm Swap and Shop (cash only)
2:30 pm Auction (cash or check only)
Dinner to follow (at your own expense). Location will be announced at the event.
All proceeds from auction, after expenses, will be donated to Canine Companions for Independence.
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Bloomingdale's Shopping Benefit •
October 29, 2009
All Florida Locations
Purchase a ticket for $10 and then shop at any Bloomingdale's store in Florida on Thursday, October 29 using your ticket for a 15% to 20% discount throughout the entire store for the entire day. And, better yet, when you turn your ticket in for savings, Canine Companions for Independence will receive an additional $5!
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This year's gala was a huge success! Not only did we meet our goal of $300,000, but exceeded it by $10,000 as well! Special thanks to all the donors, sponsors, volunteers and staff that made this possible.
To view and purchase professional photos of the evening, go to www.burgphoto.morephotos.com, click on Order Online, and then CCI Gala 09. A portion of the proceeds comes directly back to us!!
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Save the Date!
Tales & Tails Gala • November 21, 2009
Rosen Shingle Creek,
9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando, FL 32819
The planning has already begun for the 13th annual Tales & Tails Gala! Purchase tickets today for this annually sold-out event.
Check here for pictures from last year's hugely successful Tales & Tails Gala!
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Gingerbread House Building - December 6, 2009
Conway United Methodist Church -
Family Life Center
3401 S. Conway Rd., Orlando
Join us as we get into the holiday spirit with this activity fun for the whole family! Come build a gingerbread house and help donate to Canine Companions for Indpendence.
December 6, 2009 - 1:30 pm to 4 pm
Admission is $7.50 to cover the cost of supplies. You will receive the house and icing. Please bring your own edible decorations.
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| Past Events and Workshops: 2008 |
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Update:
We raised over $16,000 at this year's PAWcasso event!
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PAWcasso VIP Event• August 08, 2008
Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel,
Orlando, FL
Canine Companions for Independence celebrated the 5th annual PAWcasso VIP Party with smashing success! All monies raised through the Live and Silent Auctions will go directly to helping fulfil our mission of enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships for life.
Check out photos from the event, provided by:
Burg Photographix
932 N. Maitland Ave.
Maitland, FL 32751
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Update:
Participants of this year's Athens Run For The Dogs raised over $18,000, making it the most successful event yet! Way to go!!
Click the picture to enlarge images from this year's event:
Keep checking back often to find out when the next event will be scheduled in Athens, GA.
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2008 Athens Run for the Dogs • September 13, 2008
Sandy Creek Park, 400 Bob Hollman Road, Athens, GA
The Georgia Volunteer Chapter for Canine Companions for Independence will host their sixth annual fundraiser, Athens Run for the Dogs, in Athens, Georgia. It will be held at Sandy Creek Park, 400 Bob Hollman Road on Saturday, September 13, 2008.
The event will include a 5K race for runners and a 1-mile fun run and walk for people and their dogs. Dogs may participate in all but the 5K race. The entrance fee for race participants is $22 per person in advance and $27 per person the day of the event. Dogs can participate with their owners for free. The entrance fee includes a t-shirt for registered humans and a bandana for participating dogs. Check-in and registration will start at 8:00 a.m. and races will begin at 9:00 a.m.
In addition to the races there will be a raffle with the top prize of $500.00 in cash. Tickets are $2.00 each. There will also be a silent auction. Other activities include testing for AKC Canine Good Citizenship and Therapy Dogs International, games for people and their dogs, pet-related vendors and entertainment.
Pick up your registration and pledge forms here and join in the fun!
Check out all of the events in the Greater Atlanta Area here!
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Dog Days of Downtown Silver Springs • September 20, 2008
Silver Springs, FL
Our puppy raisers are some of the most active volunteers we have. Socializing their pups is a big part of what makes a successful Canine Companion in the future. Take a look at some of our puppies in training attending this event here.
You can also check out some of the other great photos from the day at www.fidojounalism.com!
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Update:
We are thrilled to report that we raised $16,870 in donations , and an additional $31,400 was pledged to CCI over the next four years. The grand total raised and pledged at the event was $48,270!
The event was a wonderful opportunity to introduce some new people to CCI, as well as give some of our current supporters the chance to learn more about the organization and meet some of our Graduate Teams. Thank you to everyone involved, whose determination and passion for CCI made this event possible.
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Making Miracles Happen Breakfast
October 3, 2008
Gallery One, 2670 East Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
The Making Miracles Happen Breakfast will be an opportunity for people to learn more about Canine Companions for Independence and make a commitment to help us move forward. The program will include a special presentation by a Graduate from the South Florida area and a request for the attendees support. This support will help us continue to change the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs at no cost to the recipient.
We are currently looking for individuals who would like to attend and/or serve as Table Captains at this event. Table Captains are responsible for bringing 8-9 guests to the event that they believe can be financial supporters of the organization. If you are interested, please contact Lybbi Kienzle at 954-767-6371 or 2honeybears@bellsouth.net.
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22nd Annual Atlanta Dog Jog
October 4, 2008
Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GA
The 22nd Annual Atlanta Dog Jog will take place on Saturday, October 4, 2008 at Piedmont Park in Atlanta, GA. The event includes a 1 mile race beginning at 9:00 a.m. and 2 mile race beginning at 9:30 a.m. Registration is $21 in advance and $30 on the day of the race. The fee includes one short-sleeved t-shirt and a race bandana for your dog.
The Greater Atlanta Veterinary Medical Society sponsors the event. All proceeds from the race benefit Canine Companions for Independence. For more information visit www.rungeorgia.com/dogjog or call Mathew Corse at (404) 292-3281.
Registration
*$21 registration fee per dog until 10/03/08(mailed by Sept. 27)
*$21 registration fee per additional dog (includes a t -shirt)
*$30 on race day
*$21 running without a dog - preregistration & $25 on race day
*$15 additional short sleeve t-shirt (add $2 for XXL)
*$15 embroidered beige khaki hat (supplies limited)
Entry fee includes one short sleeve t-shirt and a race bandana for your dog.
Other items/surprises will be included. T-shirt will be provided to entries after September 27th subject to availability, so register early!!
DO NOT MAIL FORMS AFTER Sept 27th!! Registration will still be accepted online at www.rungeorgia.com/dogjog.html
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Update:
The Shopping Benefit raised $120 just in sales at Bloomingdales alone! Added to the total amount with ticket sales and this event raised over $300 for Canine Companions!
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Bloomingdale's Shopping Benefit
October 23, 2008
All Florida locations
Canine Companions for Independence will participate in a unique event, The Shopping Benefit on October 23, 2008 from 10 am to 10 pm at Bloomingdale’s five Florida stores including Town Center in Boca Raton, The Gardens in Palm Beach Gardens, Aventura Mall in Aventura, The Falls in Miami and The Mall at Millenia in Orlando. Nearly 150 charities from Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties, as well as central Florida, will benefit from funds raised through ticket sales. More than $100,000 is expected to be distributed among participating charities supporting their community-based programs.
The Shopping benefit will feature storewide entertainment, fashion events and special discounts. Tickets are on sale for $10.00 each and 100 percent of these proceeds benefit participating charities. Ticket holders will receive a certificate for 15-20 percent savings off Bloomingdale’s regular and sale priced merchandise on the day of the event (with limited exclusions.)
Tickets to The Shopping Benefit may be purchased in advance by contacting Violette Kanner at 561-989-8975 or email her at VLadyDeco@aol.com.
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Pierre Deux Charleston
October 24, 2008
Charleston, SC
Join Pierre Deux Charleston and Shop for a Cause!
Pierre Deux Charleston will donate 10% of the sales generated on its event date to support Canine Companions for Independence. Start Your Holiday Shopping Early! Pierre Deux Charleston will begin selling its annual Cadeau for Care Card at its Posh Pet event. The card, which will sell for $20, entitles Pierre Deux customers to a 20% discount on select merchandise when redeemed November 17 - November 30, 2008. $15 from the sale of each card will be donated to Canine Companions for Independence.
For more information, click here or go to www.pierredeux.com.
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Click the picture below to check out the Live Auction items available exclusively at the Tales & Tails Gala!
Update:
We are thrilled at the success of the event, and happy to say that we reached our fundraising goal of $300,000!
Thank you so much to everyone involved that helped us make this the best Gala ever!
Photographs of the event were taken by Peter Burg of Burg Photographix. The images from the evening are available to view and purchase by clicking below. Burg Photographix has generously offered to give a portion of all photo purchases back to Canine Companions for Independence!
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Save The Date!
Tales & Tails Gala
Ports of Call at SeaWorld Orlando
November 8, 2008 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Join celebrity host Jack Hanna, Director Emeritus, Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, and some of his exotic animal friends for an evening of 'fun-rai$ing' with silent & live auctions, raffle, dinner and entertainment.
Check out the online auction at www.cci.org/talesandtailsgala! You can bid early on some of the hottest items. Can't attend the gala but see something in our Live Auction that catches your eye? No problem! Just contact Patrice Shields at 407-522-3305 for information on how you can still bid the night of the gala.
Visit www.cci.org/talesandtailsgala to register online. Don't forget, volunteer opportunities are always available as well!
Many thanks to our current and past Gala sponsors!
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Gingerbread House Building • December 7, 2008 • 1:30 to 4:00 PM
Conway United Methodist Church, Family Life Center, 3401 South Conway Rd.
All proceeds donated directly to Canine Companions for Independence!
Come join in the fun on December 7th from 1:30 to 4:00 pm to create your very own gingerbread house! All ages welcome and encouraged!
Admission is $7.50 and includes the house and icing. Don't forget to bring edible decorations such as jelly beans, candy canes, M&Ms and the like to make your house the tastiest this holiday season. All money collected will be donated directly to Canine Companions for Independence!
Please make reservations to ensure enough supplies will be available. Contact Doris Thompson at 407-859-7719 or rushhoney@aol.com.
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CCI Facility Dog, Harv
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Orlando Public Library • December 13, 2008
3:00 PM, 101 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, FL
Did you know that some dogs have jobs? Come learn about Canine Companions for Indendence and meet Harv - a dog with a very important job!
Call 407-835-7323 for more information.
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Congratulations Becky from Orlando! She won the Week at the Beach Holiday Raffle!
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Holiday Raffle for A Week at the Beach • December 18, 2008
Need a last minute gift? Wondering how you'll get rid of those mid-winter blues? Want to answer these questions...and support Canine Companions for Independence at the same time? Why not take a chance on winning a trip to New Smyrna Beach, Florida! Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased either online at www.cci.org/holidayraffle or register by downloading a printable entry form and mailing it to the Southeast Regional Center.
Deadline for all entries is Wednesday, Dec. 17th, at 5:00 pm EST. A winner will be chosen and notified on Dec.18th.
100% of the raffle ticket sales will go directly to helping Canine Companions for Independence enhance the lives of children and adults with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.
Contact Patrice Shields with any questions at 407-522-3305 or pshields@cci.org
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Bruegger's Bagels Grand Opening •
January 18, 2009
895 E. Altamonte Dr., Orlando, FL
Sunday, January 18, 2009
7 am to 3 pm
407-629-2245
Join Canine Companions for Independence at the Grand Opening Celebration of Bruegger’s at 895 E. Altamonte Drive (SR 436) (between Maitland Ave & Ronald Reagan Blvd.).
The celebration will include an opportunity to learn more about CCI and chances for free bagels for a year. A portion of the Grand Opening proceeds will benefit Canine Companions for Independence.
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