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"CRAWL FOR A CURE"
Get on the bus, promote ALS AWARENESS and join us for some great drink specials
Friday, August 17, 2007
7:00 pm
$20 per person
Pick up at 34th and Race Streets
Philadelphia, PA
Irish Pub - $2 Domestic Pints (No Yuengling), $2.50 Mixed Well Drinks and Shooters
Mad River - $3 Domestic Drafts, $3 mixed well drinks
McFaddens - $2 domestic drafts, $2 mixed well drinks
Roosevelts - $3 Domestic Drafts, $3 mixed well drinks
Sponsored by DREXEL PIZZA
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"3rd SANTARPIO SILVER DINER NIGHT"
The 3rd Annual Santarpio Silver Diner Night, in memory of Michael Santarpio, Jr. took place Wednesday, June 27,
2007 at the Cherry Hill Silver Diner. Board Member, Debbie Santarpio-Stanfa honors the memory of her beloved brother by coordinating this annual
event. Along with the staff of the Cherry Hill Silver Diner, The Santarpio family continues to serve up tons of fun to patrons as they take a
stroll back in time and enjoy classic cars and classic cuisine.
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"4th ANNUAL AVELLINO GOLF OUTING"
On June 15, 2007 the 4th Annual Avellino Golf Outing was held at Inniscrone Golf Club in Avondale, PA.
Scott and Mimi Avellino, Board Members of the ALS Hope Foundation, sponsor the annual golf outing in memory of Mimi’s aunt, Meg Keeley.
Golfers of all levels attended and made one heck of a “drive” to help fund ALS research. The tournament featured cash and prizes as
well as a gourmet lunch following the outing.
Event images: 4th Annual Avellino Golf Outing 2007
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"PHILLY ART FOR ALS"
3 FRIENDS UNITE FOR HOPE
On May 6, 2007, the outpouring of energy and encouragement was tremendous in honor of Sharon Balick
and in memory of Gail Kades. Philly Art for ALS, held at Meadowlands Country Club in Blue Bell, generated over $160,000 for the Sharon
Balick Research Fund and the ALS Hope Foundation operations. Philly Art for ALS would not have been possible without the drive, dedication,
heart, and hard work of event hosts, Michelle Gitlin Brody, Liz Richter, and artist, Perry Milou. Philly Art for ALS featured a live, silent,
and art auction, and special guest appearances by Don Tollefson and Governor Ed Rendell.
Event images: Philly Art For ALS 2007
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Waterloo Gardens
200 North Whitford Road
Exton, PA
We hope you will join us in supporting the search for a cure, and enjoy a fun evening with auctions, raffles, and more!
Call Waterloo Gardens at 610-363-0800 for more information
WATERLOO GARDENS - GROWING SUPPORT YEAR AFTER YEAR!
Bo Leboutillier, CEO of Waterloo Gardens, passed away from ALS. Waterloo Gardens, is still owned and
operated by the LeBoutillier family. His wife, Linda, is CEO of Waterloo Gardens, and is also a member of the
ALS Hope Foundation’s Board of Directors. In addtion to the annual Gala, Linda and Waterloo Gardens contribute
to the Foundation in many other ways, including the proceeds from garden tours, house tours, and other events.
With over 60 years in operation, Waterloo Gardens is one of the top ten garden centers in the country and is the largest
and most diverse in the Tri-State area. With two locations in Devon and Exton, Waterloo Gardens has become a Main Line
gardening tradition. Visit them at WaterlooGardens.com.
Event images: Waterloo Gardens 2007
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"A CONCERT OF HOPE"
Featuring the Accordion Pops Orchestra
conducted by Daniel Desiderio
Saturday, April 21, 2007
7:30 pm
Perelman Theater
The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
260 S. Broad St., Philadelphia
Call 215-551-0967 for more information
Sponsored by Ramona and Frank Gwynn
Tickets $49 or get a group together
Buy 5 get the 6th ticket free!
Discounts Available to those living with ALS, Students, Senior Citizens and Groups
Call Jade Whelan at 215-551-0967
or email jade@alshopefoundation.org
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE
AN EVENING OF MUSIC
Join the ALS Hope Foundation for this exciting and moving performance. Stephen Senderoff, original Composer Living with ALS
will present the world premiere of “With No Regrets” specifically composed for the Accordion Pops Orchestra. The only professional accordion
orchestra of its kind on the East Coast, the group consists of accordions plus percussion instruments. Most of the twenty-five plus members of the orchestra
are professional musicians or teachers. Many are soloists in their own right. The orchestra performs a repertoire of light classical, Broadway, big
band and popular music. Expect the Unexpected!
To hear a snippet of the Pops, click here
CHECK IT OUT - IT’S A FAMILY AFFAIR!
Dr. Terry Heiman-Patterson, her husband, Dr. Robert Patterson, and her son, Justin are all members of
the Accordion Pops orchestra. Dr. Heiman-Patterson’s daughter, Elizabeth will be the featured mezzo soprano performing in the
Concert of Hope and her son Justin will provide accordion accompaniment.
Event images: Concert of Hope 2007
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The Bryn Mawr Running Club's
"11th ANNUAL OUT & BACK
PARTY RUN"
Friday, April 27, 2007
7:00 pm
Lloyd Hall, 1 Boathouse Row Kelly Drive
Philadelphia
www.runbmrc.org
610-527-5510
Tom Corrigan, Race Director of the Bryn Mawr Running Club was diagnosed with ALS
last fall. He decided he wanted to have the proceeds benefit the ALS Hope Foundation. Last year’s event raised $30,000! Enjoy the
experience of running along Boathouse Row and Fairmount Park's scenic Kelly Drive. The course is flat and fast with a wonderful view of
the Schuylkill River while running in one of the largest municipal parks in the country. Relax with a post race party rivaled only by
its reputation for a good time with great people. Food, beer (must be over 21) and music await your return from Kelly Drive where you
can take in the picturesque city scape as dusk settles into evening off the private deck of the Penn AC boathouse.
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Events from this past Fall, 2006
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"Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres"
A Fundraiser in memory of Carol Fox Kochenbach
Sunday, October 15, 2006
4-7 pm
Pine Crest Country Club
101 Country Club Drive
Lansdale, PA 19446.
A "Beef-n-Beer"
in honor of Debbie Blanken
Saturday, November 18, 2006
Gilbertsville Firehall
Pottstown, PA
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Announcing a new ALS Support Group
Thursday, September 7, 2006
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Atlantic County Library
Ventnor, NJ 08406
This new support group is available to provide information and access
to resources to people living with ALS and their family and friends in
the New Jersey Shore area.
The official opening of the Dr.
Bruce Rosenberg Suite for Hope, at Hahnemann University
Hospital.
This is the second room created by the ALS Hope Foundation that is
designed to accomodate the needs of people with ALS during hospital
stays. The new room, Room 1290, is located in the Pulmonary Care
section of the Hospital and is specifically equipped for people on
ventilator support. Please join us on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 to inaugurate the
new addition to excellent care for people living with ALS.
For more information and exact times, please call the Foundation office.
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