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AGILITY TRIAL - TOYS 4 TOTS
6th ANNUAL NADAC DOG AGILITY TRIAL FUNDRAISER
Please join us for the 6th Annual NADAC Dog Agility Trial to benefit Toys for Tots. Watch trained dogs and handlers run numbered courses, made up of different obstacles (A-frame, dog walk, jumps, hoops, tunnels, weave poles). Ultimate goal is to run course without mistakes in allotted amount of time.
At 8:00a on Saturday, the USMC will begin our day with the Presentation of Colors. It is a great honor to have members of the USMC present while we pay respect to our country by singing the Star Spangled Banner. Many of the competitors appreciate the opportunity to shake the hand of USMC members and thank them for protecting our country as well as supporting our community.
There is also a raffle – individuals, agility clubs, organizations and business from all over the US donate items for the raffle, which typically raises about $2,000+ for TFT. You can purchase tickets Saturday and Sunday, and winning tickets will be drawn on Sunday afternoon.
Hot/cold beverages, soups, sandwiches, snacks, cookies, brownies, will be available to purchase – all proceeds will be donated to Toys for Tots.
We will be collecting new, unwrapped toys in collection boxes at the trial if you would like to make a donation.
Trial Hours
12/4/2009: 2:30pm-4:00pm
12/5/2009: 8:00am-4:00pm
12/6/2009: 8:00am-4:00pm
This event will be held at Teamworks Dog Training, 195 Robbins Road, Youngsville NC 27596.… [more]
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SCPA HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Shopping event to help benefit the animals of Second Chance Pet Adoptions. December 5th(9am-6pm)-6th(10a-6p). There is something for everyone including homemade items and your regular favorites such as Avon and Tupperware. Come out and shop for one of a kind items.
Old Butterfly Life Building-BrierCreek Shopping Center 8531 BrierCreek Parkway Suite 107… [more]
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SOCIAL MEDIA MASTERY COURSE
THE Social Media Mastery Course: Coaching & Training for Facebook, Twitter, Linkedln and more Session 2. Trainers: Rob Laughter and Martin Brossman.
You’ve been to training sessions, you’ve seen the presentations. Now you want to get started using social media and you have more questions than you started with. The Social Media Mastery course was designed with you in mind. An intensive 10-week workshop takes you beyond the basics and gives you the skills you need to build your business with social media.
Since each course is tailored to the audience, each participant will be asked to complete a simple survey prior to the first session.
Topics include:
1. What's a Tweeter anyway? Covering the basics.
2. THE Walk of Fame: Your Facebook Fan Page and You
3. Twitter Time! Learning the culture.
4. Bliggity Blogging and LinkedIn
5. Important Stuff: Revisiting transparency, tone, consistency and personality.
6. Attracting an Audience: integrating your social media presence.
7. Advanced Tools, or "How to Manage Your Social Media Presence Without Wasting Your Time."
8. Seeing is Believing: Youtube and Podcasting.
9. An open realm of possibilities: expand your social presence.
10. Putting it all together: Becoming a Social Media Rockstar
Additional areas of exploration include: Facebook (business and personal profiles), Twitter, LinkedIn, InSide919, YouTube, Blogging, Flickr, tracking success using Analytics, reputation management, productivity tools, time management, monitoring, personal branding, integration with a marketing program, using local directories, SlideShare, podcasting, BrightKite, understanding news aggregators and RSS Feeds.
Support you'll receive:
20 hours of classroom training tailored to your goals
2 hours of individual coaching on your own time (one hour from each instructor - a $300 value)
Signed, printed copy of Martin Brossman's Guide to Social Media (a $15 value)
Unlimited access to step-by-step instructional videos guiding you through key areas
Worksheets and homework for each week's class, delivered in PDF format
Meeting Dates:
All dates meet from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Dec. 2, 9, 16.
Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27.
Feb. 3, 10, 17.… [more]
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WALK ON THE WILD SIDE
Jan. 7, and first Thursday of each month; 11am-12n. Sarah P Duke Gardens, Durham.
Explore wild North Carolina in the Blomquist Garden of Native Plants. Join curator Stefan Bloodworth on the first Thursday of every month to see which plants are in bloom, learn strategies to design with native plants, discuss regional ecology and global environmental issues affecting native ecosystems, and your role in protecting the health of our home planet. Registration required. 668-1707.
Cost: $5, Free for Garden Friends.… [more]
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DURHAM HOLIDAY PARADE
Want to walk in Durham’s Holiday Parade with The Scrap Exchange? For the fourth consecutive year we will process in the Durham Holiday Parade, held this year on Saturday, December 5. The theme for 2009 is ... Circus!
When: Saturday, December 5, 2009 ~ parade starts at 4 pm and ends at 5:30 pm
Where: We will gather at The Scrap Exchange, 548 Foster Street, and walk through downtown to the new ballpark at around 3:10pm. (Alternatively, you can meet us at the parade line-up location, on the corner of Blackwell and Jackie Robinson Streets, across from the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and American Tobacco Historic District. We’re usually not that hard to find.)
The parade begins at the new ballpark and ends at the old ballpark.
What: Scene of the Crime Rovers marching band and The Scrap Exchange CIRCUS and you?! will be walking, riding, and skating.
Theme: Circus! Elephants, giraffes, small dogs, tigers, bears and other animals — birds! lizards! — ringmasters, freaks, sideshows, wings, capes, floats, bicycles (fossil fuel-free transportation for floats!). Shakers and musical instruments are also welcome, you can play along with the band.
ALL are welcome to process.
The Scrap Exchange will host three art-making sessions in advance of the parade, to create costumes and floats.
~ Friday, November 20, from 6 to 9pm. (Third Friday will also be happening at this time, Wrap & Roll, with snacks and drinks and holiday gift wrapping)
~ Friday, November 27, from 3 to 5 pm
~ Saturday, December 5 from 11am to 1pm… [more]
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IRON CRAFTER COMPETITION
You’ve probably heard of Iron Chef, the Japanese cooking show where chefs are given a few specific ingredients and asked to make a meal out of them,? Well, we’ve taken that idea and added a Scrap twist — what can you make out of a bag of materials from The Scrap Exchange?
We’re hosting our first ever Iron Crafter competition on December 18, with categories for youth (under 18), adult (18 and up), professionals (professional artists and designers), and board and staff. Each contestant will be given a bag of materials and asked to make whatever they can think of. A panel of judges will determine which item wins the prize.
We can’t wait to see what people come up with!
To be a contestant, please submit your name at the store or send an email to ann@scrapexchange.org with your name, competition category, phone number and/or email address. We will select names randomly and notify contestants in early December.
Please note that you must attend the competition in person; all craft items must be made on site in the time allowed.
As usual, we’ll have drinks and snacks and other fun things (including a Cake Walk!) , so be sure to stop by.… [more]
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WRAP & ROLL AT THE CRAFTLAN
For our November Third Friday event this Friday, November 20 we’re having our first (annual?) Wrap & Roll party.
Purchase gift items from the store or from Craftland, or bring in previously purchased gifts, and wrap them using reusable materials from The Scrap Exchange. We’ll have wrapping consultants on hand to help, or to wrap gifts for you. Donations are welcome.
To complete the theme, we’ll be offering a selection of rolled foods ~ sushi rolls, Tootsie Rolls, spring rolls... (you get the picture).
While you’re here, check out the Green Gallery for the awesome creations from artists around the region who are making products from reusable materials or that have an earth-friendly component. You can also get ready for the Durham Holiday Parade in our open studio art-making session (see below for details)… [more]
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FAMILY HIKING
Park ranger Colleen Bockhahn will share the best places for family hiking, how to dress comfortably, and what to look for in the great outdoors. Bring the whole family and dress for a brief hike. Wednesday, December 2 at 7:00 PM at the West Regional Public Library in Cary. Call 463-8520 for more information.… [more]
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FAMILY ORIENTEERING
Park ranger Colleen Bockhahn will share how to enjoy orienteering as a family event. Bring the family and learn how to use a compass and topographical map to make your way through the woods. Wednesday, December 9 at 7:00 PM at the West Regional Public Library in Cary. Call 463-8520 for more information.… [more]
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HOLIDAY VENDOR EXPO
Calling all small business owners, & consultants to come join us at this Holiday Expo that you don’t want to miss! The purpose of this event is to provide additional exposure for all products & services that one may have to share with the world. The expo is not geared toward any one profession therefore there is a wide range of vendors participating. The exhibit spaces range from $75-155 depending on table size needed. If you aren't interested in becoming a vendor please come out and support us. The entrance is free for all consumers. Everyone spread the word tell everyone about this event. The more people the more networking opportunities for everyone.… [more]
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RUDINO'S TACKY XMAS
Party! Come out to Rudino's in Cary on December 3rd from 9:30pm-2am for our First Annual Tacky Christmas Party! DJ/Snow Machine/Drink Specials! Visit our event website: http://sites.google.com/site/rudinossportsdeck/ for more details!
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SEE SPOT READ!
Dogs are patient, non-judgmental, and they love to be read to. Readers age 5 and up may practice their reading skills with the trained therapy dogs of the See Spot Read organization at the West Regional Public Library in Cary on Saturday, November 21 and Saturday, December 12 from 10:30 to noon. Call 463-8520 for more information.… [more]
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PEACE CORPS INFO SESSION
Monday, November 16, 2009. 6-7:30pm. 239 Hanes Hall (on UNC campus at 204 E Cameron Ave, Chapel Hill). Open to everyone. Contact: peacecorps@unc.edu or 919-962-0185 if questions. (www.peacecorps.gov)
Want to build professional and international experience while giving back overseas? Peace Corps is a human services organization that works in over 70 countries around the world in areas ranging from health and NGO development to education and environment. Benefits of service include transport to/from country, comprehensive medical/dental, living and readjustment allowance, and much more.
There is no upper age limit to join the Peace Corps. Attend to learn more and speak to former Peace Corps Volunteers.… [more]
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12 DAYS OF XMAS ART SHOW
Benjamin Vineyards & Winery (6516 Whitney Road, Graham (Saxapahaw) 27253) is hosting an art show by local artists who have chosen one of the "12 days" from the traditional Christmas song and depicted it in their own creative way. Over 20 artists with over 30 pieces are on display. Come out for a viewing and a taste of our Spice Wine to get you in the holiday spirit! Thursdays through Sunday from 12 noon to 5 p.m--on display through Jan. 3. This is a FREE event!… [more]
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SAXAPAHAW HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
December 12 noon to 5 p.m. Saxapahaw, NC;
Business owners and artists in Saxapahaw open their doors for holiday festivities, refreshments, demonstrations, wine tastings, free classes, art shows, pot luck dinner, music, free canoe rides, wonderful gift ideas! For more information, contact Benjamin Vineyards & Winery (336) 376-1080, or visit their web site: http://www.benjaminvineyards.com/… [more]
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