Tag: Fundraiser
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A Night of Artistic Marvels
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Every year, the Splash Art Auction preview and artist appreciation event at the Pendulum Gallery is a highlight on my calendar. It’s a night filled with exquisite art, fascinating conversations, and a shared love for creativity. However, this year’s event surpassed all expectations, leaving me with an overwhelming urge to…
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Controversy around Colour Your Hair to Conquer Cancer
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I haven’t read much about this campaign but after viewing hundreds of adverts last month, I feel compelled to express my dismay. I apologize in advance to those who might not recognize the positive outlook that this blog page usually brings, as this one will take a different turn. Yes,…
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It was time to put the apron on again
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McHappy Day is a one-day event in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities and other local children’s charities. This year the McDonalds on Barnet Hwy, Coquitlam and Ottawa Street in Port Coquitlam chose to give part of their proceeds to KidSportTri-Cities. For those who know me well, KidSportTri-Cities is a…
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Join the Choir (or not!)
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Yule Duel, British Columbia’s largest outdoor caroling competition has returned to Gastown! I heard about it for the first time last year after friends of mine talked about “singing Christmas Carols for a cause”. A previous commitment prevented me from going but I wasn’t about to miss it again this…
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Footwear can be so much more than it’s basic function
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On Wednesday July 12th, I attended the first annual Ruben’s Summer Social at Orrange Restaurant and Bar, an event which helped Ruben’s Shoes meet their fundraising goal of $16,000. The money raised goes straight to the operations of Centro Educativo Toribio in the Dominican Republic which provides education to over 160 students…