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Event schedule for March 2010

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Monday, March 1, 2010
Event Time:	10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Event Location:	Walgreens, 2665 East Henrietta Rd.

Now you can give the gift of life in our convenient, comfortable Traveling Donor Center!
Get on the bus - donate blood! more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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Ask the Expert: Colorectal Cancer

Event Date:	Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Event Time:	6-7:30
Event Location:	Gilda's Clubhouse

Dr. John Monson & Dr. Aram Hezei from Wilmot Cancer Center will provide the newest information on Colorectal Cancer and answer your questions. RSVP TO 4239700 or info@gildasclubrochester.org more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Event Time:	11:00 am - 4:30 pm
Event Location:	Unity Health St. Mary's Campus, 89 Genesee St.

Celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood! The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group

Event Date:	Thursday, March 4, 2010
Event Time:	6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Event Location:	Ferris Hills Community Room, West Lake Rd. , Canandaigua
Contact Telephone:	1(800) 227-2345

The goals of the Man to Man support group are to provide education and support to patients to promote awareness of prostate cancer as a major health concern. Meeting Topic: "Quiet Meadows for Stress Relief"
David and Jacqueline Johnson more

Submitted by: Ann Savastano, American Cancer Society

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OLIVER musical to benefit Local Rochester Charities

Event Date:	Friday, March 5, 2010
Event Time:	7:30 p.m.
Event Location:	Athena Performing Arts Center 800 Long Pond Road Greece, New York

Come watch the kids of Greece Athena Middle School put on a musical for local Rochester charities. February 26 & 27 and March 5 & 6, 2010 Athena Performing Arts Center
800 Long Pond Road Greece, New York Tickets now on sale at ALL Wegmans customer service desks. more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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Make-a-Wish Creative Black Tie Gala

Event Date:	Saturday, March 6, 2010
Event Time:	5:30 PM
Event Location:	Rochester Plaza Hotel
Contact Telephone:	585-272-WISH (9474)

Please join us at the most talked about night in town and be dazzled by this premier event to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of WNY! We're rolling out the red carpet for the 2010 Make-A-Wish® Gala. This year's main event will REACH FOR THE STARS with spectacular entertainment, silent and… more

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16th Annual Mental Health Association's Skyway Open

Event Date:	Saturday, March 6, 2010
Event Time:	8:00 AM
Event Location:	Radisson Riverside Hotel
Contact Telephone:	585-325-3145

The MHA Skyway Open has become a one-of-a-kind, signature event in Rochester, drawing hundreds of people to downtown Rochester for a much-anticipated day of family-friendly fun on an indoor, 18-hole miniature golf course, all to benefit the Mental Health Association. Save the Date
We've set the date. We've got the… more

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OLIVER musical to benefit Local Rochester Charities

Event Date:	Saturday, March 6, 2010
Event Time:	2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Event Location:	Athena Performing Arts Center 800 Long Pond Road Greece, New York

Come watch the kids of Greece Athena Middle School put on a musical for local Rochester charities. February 26 & 27 and March 5 & 6, 2010 Athena Performing Arts Center
800 Long Pond Road Greece, New York Tickets now on sale at ALL Wegmans customer service desks. more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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Brain Waves: Music & A Meal to Benefit Survivors of Brain Injury

Event Date:	Sunday, March 7, 2010
Event Time:	2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Event Location:	Shamrock Jacks
Contact Telephone:	585-271-8640

Music Performed by Giuseppe Scungili and the Screamin' Seagull Revue. Spaghetti Dinner provided by Shamrock Jacks. Raffles - need not be present to win. $10 per person for reservations made before March 7th (or $12 per person at the door March 7th). Children five years and under get in for… more

Submitted by: Gabrielle Hewson, Hickok Center for Brain Injury

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How to Have an Awesome Attitude: An Ongoing Series for Children and Teens

Event Date:	Monday, March 8, 2010
Event Time:	6-7:30 p.m.
Event Location:	Gilda's Clubhouse

Mondays, March 8, 15, 22 & 29: 6-7:30 p.m. How to Have an Awesome Attitude: A Series for Children and Teens Each class we will play interactive games and make crafts that will help build interpersonal skills and form positive attitudes. We will learn meditation and effective communication techniques and… more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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Cut the Cancer-Free Haircuts and Cancer Screenings for Uninsured Men

Event Date:	Monday, March 8, 2010
Event Time:	starting at 3:00PM or 4:00PM depending on barber shop
Event Location:	Participating local Barber Shops
Contact Telephone:	585-224-3070

On Monday, March 8, five local barber shops will offer free haircuts to uninsured men and women ages 50 to 64. Also -- since March is colorectal cancer awareness month -- attendees will receive a free take-home cancer screening test. Upon returning it, they'll receive a $10 gift card for… more

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2010 Amerks/Knighthawks' Celebrity Waiter Dinner

Event Date:	Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Event Time:	6:00 PM
Event Location:	Blue Cross Arena
Contact Telephone:	585-697-0777

2010 Amerks/Knighthawks' Celebrity Waiter Dinner benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation & the Rochester Knighthawks-Americans Charitable Foundation Inc. Experience outrageous fun as the Amerks and Knighthawks serve you & your guests dinner! Plus, participate in one of Rochester's most unique auctions-including one-of-a-kind sports memorabilia, collectibles & travel items! Tickets: $65 more

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Collage Your Life

Event Date:	Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Event Time:	6-7:30 p.m.
Event Location:	Gilda's Clubhouse

You can create a memorable piece of art showcasing your life, your loves, dreams, etc. Bring along copies of photos you might want to put in the collage. There will be magazines and some other really cool materials available to make your creation one of a kind! Must have a… more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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Community Wellness Fair

Event Date:	Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Event Time:	1:00pm-6:00pm
Event Location:	DoubleTree Hotel, 1111 Jefferson Road
Contact Telephone:	585-271-0966

Learn about the many resources in our community that focus on wellness! Drop in anytime to visit our vendor tables and participate in one of the many wellness activities and classes offered throughout the day. Raffle prizes, take aways, and refreshments included! more

Submitted by: Shari Mazzella, National MS Society Upstate New York Chapter

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Event Time:	9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Event Location:	Rochester City School District Office, 131 West Broad St.

Celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood! The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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Casual for Kidneys Day

Event Date:	Thursday, March 11, 2010
Event Time:	all day
Event Location:	Workplaces in Upstate NY
Contact Telephone:	585-697-0874 ext. 30

Help raise awareness in the workplace while proceeds benefit the National Kidney Foundation Serving Upstate New York. Designate a donation amount of choice giving you and your fellow co-workers a free pass to "dress down" and stand up against kidney disease on Thursday, March 11, 2010. more

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St. Patrick's Day Party

Event Date:	Thursday, March 11, 2010
Event Time:	5:30-6:30 p.m.
Event Location:	Gilda's Clubhouse

There will be dinner, music and crafts for kids! Must have a connection to cancer to attend. RSVP to 423-9700 or info@gildasclubrochester.org more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Thursday, March 11, 2010
Event Time:	11:30 am - 3:30 pm
Event Location:	Al Sigl Center, 1000 Elmwood Ave.

Celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood! The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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Look Good Feel Better Program for Female Cancer Patients

Event Date:	Friday, March 12, 2010
Event Time:	10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Event Location:	Sands Cancer Center, 360 Parrish St. Canandaigua ,NY 14424
Contact Telephone:	1(800) 227-2345

The Look Good ...Feel Better pogram offers women in active cancer treatment techniques to restore their self-image and cope with appearance-related side effects. Certified cosmetologists provide tips on makeup, skin care; nail care , and head coverings. Admission is FREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. more

Submitted by: Ann Savastano, American Cancer Society

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Luau for Lustgarten Foundation and Pancreatic Cancer Research

Event Date:	Saturday, March 13, 2010
Event Time:	5:30 PM-11:00 PM
Event Location:	RIT Inn and Conference Center, 5257 W. Henrietta Rd.

Join local families affected by the loss of a loved one from pancreatic cancer at the Luau for Lustgarten Foundation and raise money for Pancreatic Cancer Research. Wear your Hawaiian attire and enjoy dinner and dancing with music provided by the Greece Jazz Band. You will have a chance to… more

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Camp Good Day's 2nd Annual Hope Jam 2010

Event Date:	Saturday, March 13, 2010
Event Time:	Registration begins at 1:30PM
Event Location:	Hunt Hollow Ski Club in Naples, NY
Contact Telephone:	585-624-5555

Hope Jam 2010 is a snowboarding and twin tip skiing competition that will be held on Saturday, March 13th, 2010 at Hunt Hollow to benfit Camp Good Days and Special Times. Registration begins at 1:30 pm
Rail Jam Competition from 3 to 5 pm.
Dinner at 5 pm
Half Pipe… more

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"Giving While Living" Kidney Donation Discussion

Event Date:	Monday, March 15, 2010
Event Time:	7:00 PM
Event Location:	Rochester Police Locust Club, 1425 Lexington Ave., Rochester, NY

The National Kidney Foundation Serving Upstate NY will present "Giving While Living", a special discussion for potential living donors, kidney transplant candidates adn chronic kidney disease patients and their families. The event is free and open to the public. Dr. Carlos Marroquin of the Department of Solid Organ Transplant, University… more

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I Can Cope Education & Support Program for People Touched by Cancer

Event Date:	Monday, March 15, 2010
Event Time:	6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Event Location:	YMCA of Greater Rochester, Northwest Family Branch, 730 Long Pond Road, Greece
Contact Telephone:	1(800)227-2345

Educational classes for people touched by cancer. Some of the topics discussed include: side effects of treatment ,pain managment , financial concerns, cancer and intimacy, nutrition during and after cancer treatment, and fatigue. Meeting topic: "Colon Cancer: What is new in screening and diagnosis?"
Surinder Devgun,MD
Rochester Gastroentology Associates more

Submitted by: Ann Savastano, American Cancer Society

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Event Time:	9:00am - 5:00pm
Event Location:	U of R Medical Center, Six Nations Cafeteria

Celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood! The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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How to Keep Your Kidneys Going Strong

Event Date:	Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Event Time:	3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Event Location:	Clifton Springs Hospital, Dining Room #1, 2 Coulter Road, Clifton Springs, NY
Contact Telephone:	315.462.0220

Free Diabetes Community Program about chronic kidney disease. Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure, accounting for 44% of new cases in 2005. Learn about how the kidneys work; causes, symptoms, and tests for chronic kidney disease; and tools to reduce risk and slow progression of the disease.
No… more

Submitted by: Sue Ullrich, Clifton Springs Regional Diabetes Health Center

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Spirituality and Illness Talk at Wilmot Cancer Center

Event Date:	Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Event Time:	5:30 PM
Event Location:	James P. Wilmot Cancer Center
Contact Telephone:	(585) 276-5432

The role of spirituality when facing a serious illness will be the focus of an integrative oncology lecture at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 16, at the James P. Wilmot Cancer Center. The free session will be led by the Rev. Robin Franklin, director of Chaplaincy Services at the University of… more

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Glass Painting

Event Date:	Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Event Time:	1-2:30 p.m.
Event Location:	Pluta Cancer Center

Join the Gilda's Club Art Director, Annette, to paint glass at Pluta Cancer Center. RSVP to 423-9700 or info@gildasclubrochester.org more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Event Time:	8:00am - 3:00pm
Event Location:	Highland Hospital , Auditorium

Celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood! The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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St. Patrick's Day Dinner Fundraiser for Mercy Flight

Event Date:	Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Event Time:	5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Event Location:	Steamboat Landing, 205 Lakeshore Dr., Canadaigua

St. Patrick's Day Dinner to benefit Mercy Flight Central 5-6 pm, Cocktail Hour and Complimentary Hors D'oeuvres
6-8 pm Authentic Irish Buffet $25.00 For Reservations Call (585) 396-0584 or email
jcondon@mercyflightcentral.org by March 15th more

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Lifespan's 14th Celebration of Aging with guest speaker Willard Scott

Event Date:	Thursday, March 18, 2010
Event Time:	12:00 p.m.
Event Location:	Riverside Convention Center
Contact Telephone:	585-244-8400 ext. 18

Lifespan's 2010 Celebration of Aging will be held on Thursday, March 18, noon at the Riverside Convention Center. Lifespan has hosted a Celebration of Aging, a community luncheon that calls attention to second half of life role models, since 1995. More than 1200 people attended the 2009 Celebration of Aging… more

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Gilda's "Food Network" Cooking Class

Event Date:	Thursday, March 18, 2010
Event Time:	5:30- 7 p.m.
Event Location:	Gilda's Clubhouse

Gilda's "Food Network" Cooking Class
From the show Melissa d' Arabian's $10 Dinners with "Chef" Mary Must have a connection to cancer to attend. RSVP to 4239700 or info@gildasclubrochester.org more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Thursday, March 18, 2010
Event Time:	8:00am - 4:00pm
Event Location:	U of R Medical Center, Six Nations Cafeteria

Celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood! The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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Penn Yan Cancer Support Group

Event Date:	Thursday, March 18, 2010
Event Time:	2:00 pm
Event Location:	St. Mark's Terrace ,110 Chapel Street, Penn Yan , New York
Contact Telephone:	1(800) 227-2345

The goal of the cancer support group is to provide education , support , and promote awareness of cancer as a major health concern. Meetings are open to all cancer survivors, their families and caregivers. more

Submitted by: Ann Savastano, American Cancer Society

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Scrabble Day

Event Date:	Friday, March 19, 2010
Event Time:	11:30 a.m.
Event Location:	Gilda's Clubhouse

Do you love to play Scrabble? We'll have a day of activities related to the Scrabble Game: Initial Pin made from Scrabble letters, a light lunch ("Scrabbled" Eggs or Alphabet soup), ending with a fun game of Scrabble Must have a connection to cancer to attend. RSVP to 4239700 or… more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Friday, March 19, 2010
Event Time:	9:00am - 2:00pm
Event Location:	Lifetime Care, 3111 Winton Rd. S.
Contact Telephone:	1-800-RED CROSS

Celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood!
Please call 1-800-RED CROSS or go to redcrossblood.org/nyp to schedule your appointment. Walk-Ins welcome!
The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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Ronald McDonald House Red Tie 20th Birthday Gala

Event Date:	Saturday, March 20, 2010
Event Time:	6:00 PM
Event Location:	Rochester Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
Contact Telephone:	585-442-5437 ext. 5

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Rochester is celebrating its 20th birthday, and it's one gala you won't want to miss! Cocktails and Silent Auction, 6:00pm -7:30pm
Followed by dinner and dancing to Nik & The Nice Guys Individual tickets are $125 or a table of 10 for $1,000 The 2010… more

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Balance, Bellydance & Beauty An Afternoon for Women to Benefit Gilda's Club Rochester

Event Date:	Sunday, March 21, 2010
Event Time:	2-4 p.m.
Event Location:	Unity Health System Total Sports Experience
Contact Telephone:	585 423 9700

This special event is for you and the "girls" to kick back and treat yourself! Unity Health System Total Sports Experience
880 Elmgrove Road
Rochester, NY 14624-1320 $10 admission (Includes one raffle ticket) Performance by Oasis Bliss Belly Dancers Pamper yourself with a chair massage, sign up for a tarot… more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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Casino Bus Trip for Golisano's Children's Hospital

Event Date:	Sunday, March 21, 2010
Event Time:	10:45AM
Event Location:	Seneca Casino, Bus leaves from Agatina's, 2967 Buffalo Rd. in Gates
Contact Telephone:	585-352-3781

Patti and Mike Milburn will host a bus trip to Seneca Casino to benefit the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Golisano Children's Hospital at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), which treated their son, Cory. Tickets are $40 per person and the event will begin with everyone meeting… more

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The American Alopecian Awareness Meetup

Event Date:	Sunday, March 21, 2010
Event Time:	2:00PM
Event Location:	Panera, 16 Courtney Dr., Fairport, NY

There is not a charge for this Meetup, but Members must pay for their own snacks and drinks. Today, we are going to be very casual. This get together is about chatting and making new connections and as always, answering questions people have. We all have different experiences to share,… more

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Concert to Benefit Aurora House

Event Date:	Sunday, March 21, 2010
Event Time:	2:00PM
Event Location:	Trinity Episcopal Church, 3450 Ridge Rd. West
Contact Telephone:	585-313-9553

The Mother/Daughter singing duo: Ann Mitchell and Kerri Lynn Slominski are teaming up for a spectacular musical benefit concert: From Opera to Jazz! for the Aurora House of Western Monroe County. Ann Mitchell specializes in the rich vocals of the timeless classics that span the Jazz era from the 1930's… more

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Living Strong, Living Well 12 week After Cancer Treatment Program

Event Date:	Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Event Time:	1:30 PM-2:45 PM
Event Location:	444 East Main Street , Carlson Metrocenter YMCA
Contact Telephone:	585-723-5474

LIVESTRONG at the YMCA: This Wellness Program is a small group program designed for adult cancer survivors dealing with the aftereffects of cancer treatment. The 12-week program utilizes a private, non-intimidating circuit style that helps participants build strength, increase flexibility and endurance and ultimately improve quality of life. Additional goals… more

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Breast Cancer Coalition's Evening Seminar

Event Date:	Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Event Time:	7-9 pm
Event Location:	840 Univesity Ave
Contact Telephone:	473-8177

This Breast Cancer Coalition's evening seminar is titled "Long Term Effects of Chemotherapy" presented by Dr. Marcia Krebs. This is free to the public, no reservation required. more

Submitted by: Niki MacIntyre, Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester

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Earn a M.S. degree in Nursing in Victor

Event Date:	Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Event Time:	5 p.m.
Event Location:	FLCC - Victor Campus Center
Contact Telephone:	315-694-1005

Keuka College Accelerated Studies for Adults Program (ASAP) is planning a master's in nursing program at the new FLCC-Victor Campus Center. Find out more at an open information session:
March 24, 2010 - 5-6 p.m.
FLCC-Victor Campus Center (Room 207)
Classes begin May 20 The M.S. in Nursing degree includes… more

Submitted by: Brie Deacon, Keuka College

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Ask the Expert: Sleep from A-Zzzz

Event Date:	Thursday, March 25, 2010
Event Time:	6-7:30
Event Location:	Gilda's Clubhouse

Do you have trouble sleeping? Cheryl Minchella from MVP will give you tips on how to get a good night's rest. RSVP to 4239700 or info@gildasclubrochester.org more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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Guest Bartending Event to benefit Golisano Children's Hospital

Event Date:	Thursday, March 25, 2010
Event Time:	5:00PM-9:00PM
Event Location:	Henry B's, 140 East Ave, Rochester
Contact Telephone:	585-273-5948

Come to Henry B's from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 25, for a "celebrity" bartending event with URMC's chief operating officer Kathy Parrinello, URMC's chief financial officer Mike Goonan, and Golisano Children's Hospital's president of the board Howie Jacobson. All tips will go to Golisano Children's Hospital. Henry B's… more

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Advent House Dinner Dance and Auction at Casa Larga

Event Date:	Friday, March 26, 2010
Event Time:	6:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
Event Location:	Casa Larga Vineyards & Winery, 2287 Turk Hill Rd., Fairport
Contact Telephone:	585-223-6112

A fundraiser to support Advent House, comfort care home for terminally ill. Corporate Support is needed in the form of sponsors and program advertising. Business can also support this fundraiser by donating goods and services for our Silent and Live Auctions.

Volunteers are needed to help solicit, organize, and transport… more

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Knockout Breast Cancer -Round 3

Event Date:	Friday, March 26, 2010
Event Time:	7:00 PM
Event Location:	Oak Hill Country Club
Contact Telephone:	585-329-3664

Rochester Cancer Centers Join Forces for the First Time to Deliver a Power-Packed Punch In the Fight Against Breast Cancer Lipson Cancer Center, Pluta Cancer Center and Wilmot Cancer Center Align with Girls Hit the Ring for Third Annual "Knock Out Breast Cancer" Event Join us for another spectacular event!… more

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Friday, March 26, 2010
Event Time:	10:00am - 2:00pm
Event Location:	Strong Donor Room, 601 Elmwood Ave.
Contact Telephone:	1-800-RED CROSS

Celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood!
The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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Hickok Center Rochester Open House

Event Date:	Friday, March 26, 2010
Event Time:	11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Event Location:	114 South Union Street, Rochester, 14607
Contact Telephone:	585-271-8640

In support of National Brain Injury Awareness Month, the Hickok Center for Brain Injury is having an Open House, Art & Bake Sale Friday, March 26, 2010 at our Rochester Center located at 114 South Union Street, 14607 from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. Street parking available. Take a guided… more

Submitted by: Gabrielle Hewson, Hickok Center for Brain Injury

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SMILE Spaghetti Dinner

Event Date:	Friday, March 26, 2010
Event Time:	5:30PM-7:30PM (last serving at 7:00PM)
Event Location:	St. John of Rochester School, 8 Wickford Way, Fairport
Contact Telephone:	607-215-5519

Hosted by Nazareth College Communication Sciences and Disorders Association (CSDA) in conjunction with the Cleft and Craniofacial Center at Golisano Children's Hospital at Strong. Funds raised will go to help programs that make it possible for children with cleft palates and other craniofacial disorders to lead normal lives and have… more

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8th Annual Hunter's Hope Candlelight Ball 2010

Event Date:	Friday, March 26, 2010
Event Time:	6:00PM-midnight
Event Location:	Radisson Hotel Rochester Riverside, 120 East Main St., Rochester
Contact Telephone:	716-667-1200

Jim & Jill Kelly cordially invite you to celebrate with them at the Hunter's Hope Candlelight Ball. The annual Gala features a Chefs Extravaganza, Silent & Live Auctions and Entertainment in celebration of the milestones achieved throughout the year. Tickets, tables & sponsorships available! Enjoy the tastes of the finest… more

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The Hickok Center for Brain Injury-Open House, Art & Bake Sale

Event Date:	Friday, March 26, 2010
Event Time:	11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Event Location:	114 South Union Street, Rochester, NY 14607
Contact Telephone:	585-271-8640 x207

The Hickok Center for Brain Injury invites everyone in the Monroe County community to join us for an Open House plus Art & Bake Sale. Take a guided tour of our facility, meet members and staff, and enjoy delicious homemade baked goods, as well as a large variety of framed/unframed… more

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Gilda's Diner- For Men Only

Event Date:	Saturday, March 27, 2010
Event Time:	8- 10 a.m.
Event Location:	Gilda's Clubhouse

Join the men of Gilda's for breakfast, newspaper and conversation RSVP to 423-9700 or info@gildasclubrochester.org more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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Spring Egg Hunt & Brunch

Event Date:	Saturday, March 27, 2010
Event Time:	11-1 p.m.
Event Location:	Gilda's Clubhouse

Bring the whole family for brunch and crafts and enjoy watching the children win prizes during an egg hunt. more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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Jazzercise Changes Lives: Rockin' with Gilda's Club Rochester

Event Date:	Saturday, March 27, 2010
Event Time:	8:30 a.m. Registration
Event Location:	Our Lady of Lourdes Seton Catholic School Gymnasium
Contact Telephone:	585 423 9700

Jazzercise of Rochester and Surrounding Areas is coming together in support of Gilda's Club Rochester! Registration 8:30 am -9:00 am
Jazzercise Classes 9:00 am-12:00 noon. *Minimum of $20.00 in donations to participate. *Participants minimum age is 10 years old. *Free Gilda's Club T-shirt for donation totals over $150.00 *Prizes for… more

Submitted by: Johanna Lester, Gilda's Club Rochester

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Taylor Brush Dinner Dance to benefit Golisano Children's Hospital's Social Work Program

Event Date:	Saturday, March 27, 2010
Event Time:	5:30PM-12:00AM
Event Location:	River's Edge Party House, 31 Paul Rd. at Scottsville Rd.
Contact Telephone:	585-544-6894

Join Jen and Tim Brush, 2009 Miracle Maker award winners for the grateful parents category, in their eighth annual event, which draws hundreds to help raise funds for Golisano Children's Hospital's Social Work Program. The dinner dance will run from 5:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. at 31 Paul Rd. at… more

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Monte Carlo Night to benefit Golisano Children's Hospital

Event Date:	Saturday, March 27, 2010
Event Time:	7:00PM-11:00PM
Event Location:	Eagle Vale Country Club, 4344 Nine Mile Point Rd., Fairport, NY
Contact Telephone:	585-269-0369

Place your bet on kids at this fun annual event, held from 7 to 11 p.m. at 4344 Nine Mile Point Rd. in Fairport. The event will be hosted by Tops Friendly Markets, the 2009 Miracle Maker award winners for the Children's Miracle Network sponsor category, to benefit Golisano Children's… more

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Clothes for a Cause Fashion Show to Benefit Brain Cancer Research

Event Date:	Saturday, March 27, 2010
Event Time:	7:00PM-9:30PM
Event Location:	Cathedral Hall, Auditorium theater, 875 East Main St., Rochester
Contact Telephone:	585-248-0214

This fashion show fundraising event will take place 7 to 9:30 a.m. and is located at 875 East Main St. This event will benefit brain cancer research at Golisano Children's Hospital. Tickets, which are $5 for students or $10 for adults, can be purchased by calling Terri Hynes at (585)… more

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Quarter Mile for Kids Quarter Collection

Event Date:	Saturday, March 27, 2010
Event Location:	Eastview Mall, Victor
Contact Telephone:	585-273-5948

The Finger Lakes Kiwanis Club will have an area set up at the main court in Eastview Mall, located at 672 Eastview Mall Drive in Victor. The club will collect quarters to make up a quarter mile, or $4,000, to donate to Golisano Children's Hospital. For more information, call (585)… more

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2nd Annual CURE Childhood Cancer Association Ballroom Dance & Benefit

Event Date:	Saturday, March 27, 2010
Event Time:	7:00PM-11:00PM
Event Location:	Rochester Memorial Art Gallery Ballroom
Contact Telephone:	585-473-0180

You can expect an elegant evening; complete with exhibitions by local and out of town dance talents. There will also be plenty of time for your own dancing, and the music will keep you moving all night. The Memorial Art Gallery Ballroom is the perfect venue for the evening, and… more

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Americn Red Cross Blood Drive

Event Date:	Monday, March 29, 2010
Event Time:	8:00am - 3:00pm
Event Location:	Unity Hospital, Dept. of Medicine Conference Rm,1555 Long Pond Rd.
Contact Telephone:	1-800-RED CROSS

Celebrate Red Cross Month by donating blood!
The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. more

Submitted by: Alane Giraudel, American Red Cross NY-Penn Blood Services Region

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The Brain-Living with Epilepsy, an Educational Series

Event Date:	Monday, March 29, 2010
Event Time:	11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
Event Location:	The Hickok Center for Brain Injury, 114 South Union Street, 14607
Contact Telephone:	585-271-8640 x207

The Hickok Center for Brain Injury hosts a FREE Brown Bag Educational Series Panel entitled "The Brain - Living With Epilepsy". Bring your lunch and learn about the medical and social issues of living with epilepsy. If you or someone you know or love has epilepsy, here is an opportunity… more

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Diabetes Self Management Workshop

Event Date:	Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Event Time:	5:30PM-7:00PM
Event Location:	Rochester Clinical Research, Inc., 500 Helendale Rd, Suite L20. Rochester, NY 14609
Contact Telephone:	585-288-0890

Topic: What is Diabetes? Prevent it! Control it! You can do it! Presenter: Mervyn Weerasinghe, MD This program is free and participation will give you the confidence to face the challenges of diabetes. Learning as much as you can about diabetes.
Improving control of your diabetes to help delay or… more

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