Athletics for Kids will be hosting their 10th annual fundraising gala March 30, 2012 with a Vegas Night theme.
Established in 2002, Athletics for Kids (“A4K”) provides financially disadvantaged youth in the community with greater access to organized sport in conjunction with their academic endeavours. “A4K’s overarching goal is to be there to assist any B.C. child in their dream of playing amateur sports. In other words, we want all kids to have the opportunity to play.”
The organization is a privately funded charity who helps families bear the expense of having their children participate in organized sports. The support of A4K is available province-wide for children ages 5 to 18 who are currently enrolled in school.
In the past, the Athletics for Kids annual gala has funded 1,500 sporting activities for children and youth who otherwise would have been left watching from the sidelines.
Individual tickets for Vegas Night are available now for $175 (or 10 for $1,500) and the evening will include a complimentary cocktail reception with gaming stations for guests to try their luck, a gourmet three course dinner with complimentary wine served at every table, an extravagant silent and live auctions, live amateur boxing featuring talented athletes from local boxing clubs, prizes and a WestJet dream giveaway. The gala takes place at Hollyburn Country Club from 6:00pm to 11:00pm on March 30th.
Follow Athletics for Kids on Facebook and Twitter for more information.
Update TEAM1040’s Barry MacDonald will be the emcee of Vegas Night and Mark Donnelly, from Vancouver Canucks fame, will be singing “O Canada” in the centre ring.
There are also fabulous live auction prizes available including:
- Vancouver Canucks Playoff Tickets, Coast Hotel Stay and Autographed Team Jersey
- A Weekend Harley Davidson Getaway
- VIP Tickets to Dancing with the Stars in LA
- Dinner for 10 by Hollyburn Executive Chef, Jerry Fyfe
Tickets are still available if you’re able to attend the Vegas Night Gala in support of Athletics for Kids!
There are some very creative ways to support a cause and flying down a snowy slope on a rubber doughnut filled with air sounds pretty fantastic. A Little More Good, a local company that supports and promotes the ‘small’ actions that you can take to make a difference, has dreamed up the Snow Tubing Classic.
Taking place January 26, 2012 at Mount Seymour, the event will support A Little More Good’s “Charity of the Month” which is the Take a Hike Foundation.
The ultimate goal of the Take a Hike alternative education program is that barriers to learning are minimized, personal issues are addressed, and students achieve a greater level of social and academic success. Programs combine the following four aspects: adventure-based learning, therapy, academics, and community involvement.
The Snow Tubing Classic will begin at 7:00pm on January 26th and tickets are $20 in advance or $30 at the hill. The only people on the hill at that time will be event participants and all net proceeds go directly to the Take A Hike Foundation.
Related: If you’d like to snowshoe for a cause, sign up for the Take a Hike Foundation Moonlight Snowshoe. Collect pledges/donations for Take a Hike Foundation, which supports at-risk youth in our community, and have a great time in the snow.
Last year I partnered with Brian Friesen of backyardbc.com when he launched his service that provides discounts for British Columbians when they book hotel stays in their own province. Over 12 weeks we gave away thousands of dollars in accommodation prizes during “BC Travel Tuesday” — it was such a success that we’re going to do it again, with a seasonal Whistler spin.
backyardbc is a new travel website designed specifically for residents of British Columbia. Essentially a “be a tourist in your own backyard” program, participating hotels & resorts offer residents of BC exclusive rates and specials, designed to motivate BCers to travel more within the Province. Each offer has its own unique reservation code, and all bookings are done directly with our hotel and resort partners. Visit backyardbc online, on Twitter, or Facebook and see more of BC!
We have 4 weeks of Whistler accommodation giveaways lined up and the whole series will begin with a bang today. Whistler is such a great place to visit year-round but you can’t deny that it becomes a playground for all in the winter. Even if you don’t hit the slopes, you can hit up incredible spas, go on ziplining or snowmobiling adventures, shop, dine, and take in the sights.
Coast Blackcomb Suites at Whistler
Website, Twitter, Facebook, backyardbc listing
Location: 4899 Painted Cliff Rd, Whistler, BC
About: “The Coast Blackcomb Suites is your place for year-round recreation and rejuvenation. Start your day off right with our complimentary hot breakfast buffet before heading out to experience Whistler! At the end of your day, relax and enjoy the spectacular views from our outdoor heated pool, 2 hot tubs or your private balcony.”
Prize: 2 Nights accommodation. Includes breakfast for 2 and parking both days.
Value: $970
To enter to win, leave a comment on this post (1 entry) and/or post the following on Twitter (1 entry):
Gift certificates for hotel and resort stays will be sent directly to each weekly winner so they can arrange their visit personally with the property. No blackout dates, based on availability. Must be 19 years of age or older to enter and win. This week’s winner will be announced next Tuesday.
View all posts in the series by following or subscribing to my BCTravelTuesday tag. Open to residents of BC.
It’s a gloomy time of year around the Lower Mainland in terms of weather and holiday prospects but thanks to food festivals and events, things are looking up. While Dine Out Vancouver includes restaurants from West Vancouver to Burnaby, the City of White Rock is hosting their 6th annual Bite of White Rock featuring multi-course, prix-fixe menu offerings at their local eateries.
From January 15 to February 7, 2012, you can enjoy special menus from the following participating restaurants on the West Beach, Each Beach, at Five Corners, and Uptown:
Freshslice Pizza ($15)
Tracycakes Bakery & Cafe ($15)
The Jolly Roger ($15)
Emilio Finatti Sicilian Pizzeria ($15)
Don’s Asian Kitchen ($15, $25, $35)
Pavlos Restaurant ($15, $25)
Slainte By The Pier ($25)
Charlie Don’t Surf ($25)
Cielo’s Tapas & Oyster Bar ($25)
Cosmos Greek Restaurant ($25)
Giraffe Restaurant ($25)
Italian Touch Restaurant ($25)
West Beach Bar & Grill ($25)
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Wings Tap & Grill ($25)
Shin Ji Ru Japanese Restaurant ($15, $25, $35)
Jimmy Flynn’s Restaurant ($25, $35, $45)
Fishboat Restaurant ($25, $35, $45)
Le Vol Au Vent ($25, $35)
Uli’s Restaurant ($25, $35)
Pearl Urban Bistro ($35)
Five Doors Down ($35)
Five Corners Bistro ($35)
Onyx Steakhouse & Lounge ($35)
Share A Small Plate & Wine Bar ($35)
Deluxe Restaurant ($45)
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Photo credit:
Donsca on Flickr
Reservations are now open and you can visit each restaurant link (above) for participating menus, restaurant information, hours, and locations. Follow the White Rock BIA and Tourism White Rock on Twitter for more information.
Nominations are now open for the 2012 YWCA Women of Distinction Awards. I am pleased to return, for the third year, as exclusive Social Media Sponsor of this event that honors amazing local women who excel and inspire in various fields.
Connecting the Community 2011: Saleema Noon, iGirl Empowerment Workshops. Photo credit:
John Bollwitt.
This year YWCA Metro Vancouver has added a new category: “Environmental Sustainability, which highlights women who are dedicated to promoting the factors and
creating the practices that contribute to a sustainable community while generating opportunities that minimize the physical, ecological, human and economic impact on our planet.”
Visit the YWCA Metro Vancouver website to submit your nomination in the following categories: Arts, Culture & Design, Business & the Professions, Community Building, Education, Training & Development, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Sustainability, Health, Wellness & Active Living, Non-Profit & Public Service, Science, Research & Innovation, and Young Woman of Distinction.
Photo credit: John Bollwitt on Flickr
Nominees must live and work (individuals) or operate (businesses or organizations) within the Metro Vancouver region bounded by and including Hope, Pemberton, Sunshine Coast and the United States border. Deadline for submissions is Monday, March 5, 2012 at 5:00pm.
The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards ceremony will take place May 24, 2012 and I will once again be providing a live blog with photos by John Bollwitt. Follow YWCA Metro Vancouver on Facebook and Twitter for news and information. Follow the awards @YWVanWODA.
