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JanuaryTeam In Training

Date: January 2011Sponsored by: The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyLocal sponsors: Mighty TacoTime: January through JunePlace: Various venuesPurpose: Team in Training is the largest endurance sports-training program in the world. The program provides training to run or walk marathons and half marathons or participate in triathlons and century (100-mile) bike rides. We provide you with the coaching and training to make your athletic goals a reality. Proceeds support local blood cancer patients.Years held: 22Sponsorships available: YesContact: Maureen Mac Isaac, 834-2578 ext. 4668, [email protected]; teamintraining.org/wcny

SkiScapeDate: Jan. 2, 2011Sponsored by: Kids Escaping DrugsMajor sponsors: Jeep Dealers of WNYTime: All day Place: HoliMont Ski Resort, EllicottvillePrice: $60 donationPurpose: Day of skiing and snowboarding to benefit Kids Escaping DrugsYears held: 13th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Christina Kruzer, 827-9462, ked.org

Pennies for PatientsDate: Jan. 3, 2011Sponsored by: The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyTime: All of January, February and MarchPlace: In local schoolsPurpose: For one month, students are encouraged to collect spare change in honor of local student patients. Funds benefit local programs of blood cancer research, local patient aid and services, advocacy, education and community service.Years held: 10 yearsContact: Jennifer Kisker, 834-2578 ext. 4665, [email protected]

Wine on WednesdaysDate: Jan. 5, 2010Sponsored by: AIDS Community Services of WNY Inc.Time: 6-9 p.m.Place: The Protocol Restaurant, WilliamsvillePrice: $55Audience: Women Purpose: To raise funds and awareness for AIDS Com-munity Services of WNY Inc.Chairmen: Janine Tramont, Dr. Melissa NealYears held: One Sponsorships available: YesContact: Kim Luangpakdy, 847-0340 ext. 315, [email protected]

Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center “The Premier”

Date: January 15, 2011 Major sponsors: Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel, Washington Mills, Brown & Brown of WNY and CGF Anesthesiology Time: 6 p.m.Place: Seneca Niagara CasinoPrice: $200 per ticketPurpose: Benefits Memorial’s Stroke CenterChairmen: Anne and Dr. Richard Sawicki, Patty McPherson and Ron CampbellYears held: 7Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Cara Turner, [email protected]

NFJC Community Leaders Awards LuncheonDate: Jan. 20, 2011Sponsored by: The National Federation for Just Communities of WNY Inc.Major sponsors: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of WNY/ M & T BankTime: NoonLocation: Buffalo Niagara Convention CenterPrice: $50 Audience: 700Chairmen: Gretchen Geitter, Donna MostillerYears held: 45Contact: Lana Benatovich, 853-9596, [email protected], nfjcwny.org

Journey to a Cure Gala Date: Jan. 22, 2011Sponsored by: Juvenile Diabetes Reseach Foun-dationTime: 5:30 p.m.Place: Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel

Price: Individual $225, couple $450Audience: 700Purpose: Proceeds benefit increased and focused research funding Chairmen: Jane PelosiYears held: 11Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Alex Kobza, 833-2873, [email protected]

Straight Talk 2011Date: Jan. 22, 2011Sponsored by: U.S. Small Business Administration, SCORETime: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.Place: Buffalo Niagara Convention CenterPrice: $15 prepaid, $20 day of eventAudience: 500Purpose: Annual session for small business education, training, counseling and networking.Years held: 15Contact: 551-4301, [email protected]

Niagara Floral Center Valentine Floral Sale

Date: Jan. 25, 2011Sponsored by: Niagara Floral Center and Greenhouse at Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraMajor sponsors: KeyBank, Ingram MicroPlace: Pick-up orders: Feb. 14: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 107 Heath St., Lockport; Feb. 13: 8:30 a.m.-noon & Feb. 14: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield Price: Varies, custom orders acceptedPurpose: Benefits training/horticulture therapy for people with developmental disabilities.Sponsorships available: Sponsors and locations for cart sales/pre-sales. Delivery may be available for large orders in Niagara/Erie countiesVolunteers needed: Organize pre-salesContact: Bob Bracikowski, 504-2617 x244, [email protected]

Horizon Health ServicesDate: Jan. 25, 2011Sponsored by: Horizon Health Services and the Erie County Council for the Prevention of Alcohol and Sub-stance AbuseTime: 6:30-8:30 p.m.Place: Horizon Health Services, 6495 Transit Road, AmherstPrice: FreeAudience: 25Purpose: This free interactive workshop gives parents tools to understand, open and maintain lines of com-munication with their teenager. Contact: Stefanie Zakowicz, 831-1800, [email protected]

Making a Difference Dinner-A Celebration of Catholic Schools

Date: Jan. 27, 2011Sponsored by: The Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of BuffaloPlace: Adam’s Mark BuffaloPurpose: Funds raised benefit needs-based tuition assistance for Catholic school students in WNY. Dinner will honor Msgr. Paul Burkard and Frank and Rosalie Ciminelli.Sponsorships available: YesContact: Susan Burns, 847-8373, [email protected].

Breakfast with BachDate: Jan. 29, 2011Sponsored by: Gliding Stars of WNYTime: 10 a.m.-noonPlace: YoungstownAudience: 150Purpose: Breakfast with musicians playing classical musicChairmen: Pat MinarcinYears held: 5Sponsorships available: YesContact: Pat Minarcin, 608-8345, [email protected]

Penguin RunDate: Jan. 30, 2011Sponsored by: Cradle Beach CampTime: 11 a.m.Place: Classics V Banquet HallPrice: $25 presaleAudience: 700Purpose: Raise money for programs at Cradle BeachYears held: 17th annualSponsorships available: Sponsorships, donations, raffle itemsVolunteers needed: YesContact: Diane Martorana, 549-6307 ext. 201

FebruaryDress Down Day

Date: Feb. 4, 2011Sponsored by: The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyTime: All day on Friday, Feb. 4, 2011Place: Your work placePrice: $5 donation to dress down at work and receive a “Dress Down for Leukemia” stickerPurpose: Dress Down Day is a community-wide event guaranteed to boost employee morale while helping to raise funds. Years held: 5Contact: Luann Burgio, 834-2578, [email protected]

LaSallian Sesquicentennial Gala Dinner & Auction

Date: Feb. 5, 2011Sponsored by: St. Joseph’s Collegiate InstituteMajor sponsors: James J. and Lynn Panepinto, LoVullo Associates Inc., Restonic, Jim Murphy Pontiac Buick GMC Inc., Lawley Group Time: 5:30 p.m.Place: St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute, 845 Kenmore Ave., Buffalo Price: $150 per ticketPurpose: Provides funding for student financial aidChairmen: Tom and Jean ComerYears held: 31Sponsorships available: $5,000, $2,500Volunteers needed: Yes for setup and auction nightContact: Cathy Greene, 270-4117, [email protected]

Spaghetti DinnerDate: Feb. 5, 2011Sponsored by: Gliding Stars of WNYTime: 5-8 p.m.Place: Lilly of Valley Banquet Hall, CheektowagaPrice: $8

2011 Business First Corporate Caring Calendar(Updated April 11, 2011)

Sponsored by Tops Friendly Markets and Association for Research of Childhood Cancer

Calendar • 2011C O R P O R AT E C A R I N G

Did youmiss us?If you need to add your event or make changes, e-mail Donna Collins at [email protected]. Use the following outline to present your event.

Name of event:Date:Sponsored by (organization):Major sponsors:Time:Place: Price:Audience (number of people):Purpose:Chairmen:Years held: Sponsorships available: Volunteers needed: Yes or noContact (person, phone and e-mail):

Audience: 150Chairmen: Tracey Schosek and Kari NotaroYears held: 5Sponsorships available: YesContact: 608-8345, [email protected]

WNED Kid FestDate: Feb. 5, 2011Sponsored by: WNEDTime: 12-5 p.m. Saturday, 12-4 p.m.SundayPlace: WNED studiosPrice: $7-$10Audience: 2,500Years held: 5Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Mindy Fox Takacs, 845-7000 Ext 346, [email protected]

Decorator’s Showhouse 2011 Sneak Peek

Date: Feb. 5, 2011Sponsored by: Junior League of Buffalo and Buffalo NewsTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Place: Bayliss-Oshei Residence, 360 Depew Ave., BuffaloPrice: $5 at the doorAudience: Open to publicPurpose: To raise funds to support community projectChairmen: Astrid WillisYears held: 30Sponsorships available: YesContact: Jessica Schimert, [email protected]

Super Bowl BingoDate: Feb. 6, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara FoundationMajor sponsors: Elk’s Lockport LodgeTime: 1 p.m.Place: Elk’s Lockpot Lodge, 6791 North Canal Road, LockportSponsorships available: YesContact: Kristen Cook, 297-6400, ext. 382, [email protected]

Buffalo Auto ShowDate: Feb. 9-13, 2011Time: 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Feb. 9-10; 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Feb. 11; 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Feb. 13Place: Buffalo Niagara Convention CenterPrice: $8 at the doorContact: buffaloautoshow.com

Breath of Life GalaDate: Feb. 12, 2011Sponsored by: WNY chapter of Cystic Fibrosis Foun-dationTime: 6 p.m.Place: Shea’s Performing Arts CenterPrice: $150 per ticketAudience: 400Purpose: The CF Foundation will honor Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hollinsworth for commitment to the cure and Christine Padasak will receive the Katie’s Courage Award. A black-tie evening of live and silent auctions, cocktail reception, dinner and live entertainment.Years held: 5Sponsorships available: Yes, contact Kelly Kopra, 204-2535, [email protected] Volunteers needed: Yes, contact Kristin Schneider, [email protected], 204-2535Contact: Kelly Kopra, 204-2535, [email protected]

Gliding Stars Dinner and Show

Date: Feb. 18, 2011Sponsored by: Gliding Stars of WNYTime: 6:30 p.m., dinner; 8 p.m. showPlace: Buffalo Launch ClubPrice: $40 Audience: 150Chairmen: Gale SanderYears held: 5Sponsorships available: YesContact: Gale Sander, 608-8345, [email protected]

Cheer for a CureDate: Feb. 19, 2011Sponsored by: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foun-dationTime: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Price: $5

Audience: 2,000Years held: 12Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Alex Kobza, 833-2873, [email protected]

Taste of SoulDate: Feb. 26, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Urban League Major sponsors: Tops Friendly MarketsTime: Noon-3 p.m.Place: ECC - City CampusPrice: NominalAudience: 300Purpose: Salute to Black History MonthYears held: 7th annual Contact: Nikkei Goodwin, 716-250-2414

Ride For Roswell SpinsDate: Feb. 26, 2011Sponsored by: Roswell Park Cancer InstituteTime: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.Place: VariousAudience: 500-1000Years held: 2Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Jim Costello, 845-3945, [email protected]

Diamond BallDate: Feb. 26, 2011Sponsored by: The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyTime: 6 p.m.Place: Samuel’s Grande ManorPrice: $200 per ticketAudience: 600Purpose: Funds raised are spent locally to support research of leukemia, lymphoma and all blood cancers, local patient services and aid, advocacy, education and community service programs Years held: 19Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: NoContact: Luann Burgio, 834-2578, [email protected]

Think Ya Know Trivia GameDate: Feb. 26, 2011Sponsored by: Penn Dixie Paleontological and Outdoor Education CenterTime: 7-10 p.m.Place: Oakwood Manor VFW PostPrice: $25 presale, $30 at doorPurpose: Benefits natural science programs at the Penn Dixie Outdoor Education CenterSponsorships available: YesContact: 627-4560

Regional Mock Trial Tournament

Date: Feb. 26-27, 2011Sponsored by: American Mock Trial AssociationPlace: Buffalo State College Purpose: Two-day competition among schools from Western and Central New York, Pennsylvania and OhioContact: greatlakesmocktrial.webs.com

Dr. Andy’s Day for KidsDate: Feb. 27, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Brew PubPlace: Buffalo Brew Pub Purpose: Raise funds for Sisters Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care UnitContact: Kelly Wilkens, 862-1990, [email protected]

Hospice Spring Bouquet SaleDate: Feb. 28, 2011Sponsored by: Hospice Foundation of Western New YorkMajor sponsors: Bank of America, The Professional Florists of Western New YorkPlace: Price: Open to the CommunityAudience: 1,000Purpose: Largest revenue generating special event for the Hospice Foundation. The sale is held in 40 area floral shops and at public sitesChairmen: Cathy McGovern, The Trillium’s Courtyard FloristYears held: 25Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: Yes

Contact: Laura Brann, 686-8090, [email protected]

MarchSeasonings

Date: March 3, 2011Sponsored by: Aquarium of NiagaraTime: 6-9 p.m.Place: Aquarium of Niagara, 701 Whirlpool St., Niagara FallsPrice: $45 per personPurpose: Money raised benefits the Aquarium of NiagaraSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Gay Molnar, 716-285-3575 ext. 204

Decorator’s Showhouse Black Tie

Date: March 5, 2011Sponsored by: Junior League of Buffalo and Buffalo NewsTime: 7 p.m.-midnightPlace: Bayliss-Oshei Residence, 360 Depew Ave., BuffaloPrice: $90 per personAudience: Open to publicPurpose: To raise funds to support community projectChairmen: Astrid WillisYears held: 30Corporate support: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Jessica Schimert, 913-7732

Community MarketplaceDate: March 5, 2011Sponsored by: Orchard Park Chamber of CommerceMajor Sponsors: Amigone Funeral Home - Quinn Southtown Chapel, Braymiller Builders, Catholic Health Partners In Rehab, First Niagara Bank, Five Star Bank, Master Khechen’s Martial Arts Academy, Orchard Park Bee, Potter Financial Services, Repp Construction, Ven-tura’s Collision, Verizon Wireless, West Herr Auto GroupTime: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Place: Orchard Park High SchoolPrice: FreeAudience: 2,000Purpose: Exposure for area businessesChairman: Don LorentzYears held: 29Sponsorships available: YesContact: Dawn Jenkinson, 662-3366, [email protected]

Orchard Park Job FairDate: March 5, 2011Sponsored by: Orchard Park Chamber of CommerceMajor Sponsors: Bryant & Stratton CollegeTime: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.Place: Orchard Park High SchoolPrice: FreePurpose: Connect employers and job seekersChairman: Don LorentzYears held: 2Contact: Dawn Jenkinson, 662-3366, [email protected]

Shamrock SweepstakesDate: March 5, 2011Sponsored by: Immaculata AcademyTime: 7-11 p.m.Place: Lucarelli’s Banquet CenterPrice: $40 per ticketPurpose: Parent’s Guild annual fundraiserChairmen: Chuck and Elaina HayesSponsorships available: YesContact: 648-4307, immaculataacademy.com

Pride of Wyoming County Agriculture Dinner

Date: March 5, 2011Sponsored by: Wyoming County Chamber of CommerceTime: 6 p.m.Place: North Java Fire Hall Price: $20 per personPurpose: Event celebrates and recognizes Wyoming County’s largest industry - agricultureYears held: 4th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Kelly Ashcraft, 585-237-0230, [email protected]

Classical ActionDate: March 7, 2010Sponsored by: AIDS Community Services of WNY Inc.Time: 6-10 p.m.Place: Private house concert Price: $250Audience: 75Purpose: To raise funds for AIDS Community Services of WNY Inc.Chairman: Patrick FaganYears held: FourSponsorships available: YesContact: Kathleen Oczek, 847-0340 ext. 331, [email protected]

Elite Sales and Marketing Awards

Date: March 7, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Niagara Sales & Marketing Executives Inc.Time: 5:15 p.m.Place: Salvatore’s Italian GardensPrice: Free for BNSME members, $60 for nonmembersPurpose: Elite Sales and Marketing awards and Executive of the Year Award to John Koelmel, president and CEO of First Niagara BankSponsorships available: YesContact: Jeanne Hellert, 662-2279, [email protected]

Baskets O’Plenty AuctionDate: March 10, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation Time: 7 p.m. Place: BPO Elks Lodge #346, 1805 Fashion Outlet Blvd., Niagara Falls Price: $15 Purpose: More than 175 theme baskets with a minimum value of $35 will be featured. Years held: 17Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kristen Cook, 297-6400, ext. 382, [email protected]

Wines of the WorldDate: March 11, 2011Sponsored by: Rotary Club of Buffalo and Buffalo Rotary FounationTime: 6-9 p.m.Place: Mary Seaton Room, Kleinhans Music HallPrice: $50 presale; $60 at doorPurpose: Wine and food tasting event that benefits Cradle Beach, Food Bank of WNY, Boys & Girls Club of Buffalo, Goodwill Industries, Rotary Rink and Frank Lloyd Wright BoathouseYears held: 6th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: 854-3397, buffalorotary.org

Ray of Hope GalaDate: March 12, 2011Sponsored by: Matthew Foster FoundationMajor sponsors: WirelessZoneTime: 5:30-11 p.m.Price: $85, 2 for $150, Table of 10 for $700Audience: 400Purpose: Funds help to assist WNY families of children with cancer and we hope our assistance provides them just a little ray of hope in their day. Chairmen: Tony Foster and Craig WalekYears held: 8Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Burt Foster, 652-1880, [email protected]

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center’s Black Tie Gala

Date: March 12, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Hearing & Speech CenterTime: 6 p.m.-midnightPlace: Connecticut Street ArmoryPrice: $175 per personAudience: 400Purpose: Proceeds benefit Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center FoundationChairmen: Louis Billittier Jr. and Bryan WittmanYears held: 5Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Carla LiVecchi, 885-8318, ext. 248, [email protected]

Junior Achievement Bowl-A-Thon

Date: March 12, 2011Sponsored by: Junior Achievement of WNY Inc.Major sponsors: Bank of America, Tops, Rich’s, Tully’s, PDM, Integrity, Chakra, Buffalo Lodging, Fisher-Price, Perry’s Ice Cream, Northrop Grumman, Bee GroupTime: Noon and 3 p.m.Place: AMF Airport Lanes, AMF Thruway Lanes, Transit Lanes and Tonwanda Bowling CenterPrice: Bowlers are asked to raise at least $50 by selling $10 raffle ticketsAudience: 16,000Purpose: Junior Achievement’s largest annual fund-raiser with teams of five raising money for Junior Achievement programs, leading up to the event in March.Years held: 27Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Tammy Bixby, 853-1381 ext.10, [email protected]

SASi Murder Mystery DinnerDate: March 12, 2011Sponsored by: Suburban Adult Services Inc.Major sponsors: Carrier Coach, Upstate Pharmacy, Arcade-Knight Agency, Majestic PoolsTime: 5:30-10 p.m.Place: McKinley’s Banquet & Conference CenterPrice: $37.50 Audience: 350Purpose: Theme basket raffle and interactive murder mystery with dinner. Proceeds benefit individuals with developmental disabilities in Western New York.Chairmen: Kathy Doster, Joseph BarrickYears held: 15Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Lynn Kelly, 805-1555, [email protected]

Nardin Fortune 2011Date: March 12, 2011Sponsored by: Nardin AcademyPurpose: Benefits school programsContact: Joan Wadsworth, 881-6262 ext. 1861, [email protected]

WNY Safety ConferenceDate: March 16-17, 2011Place: Seneca Event Center, Niagara Falls Price: $200Purpose: Expo and conference on safety and healthYears held: 75th annualContact: [email protected]; wnysc.com

MoneySkill ManiaDate: March 16, 2011Sponsored by: UB School of Management and M&T BankTime: 8:45 a.m.-noonPlace: UB Center for the ArtsPurpose: More than 100 students from 20 schools participate in financial literacy competitionYears held: 4th annualContact: Hailley MacDonald, 645-2407, [email protected]

Paint Box Project Art PartyDate: March 18, 2011Sponsored by: Explore n’ More Children’s MuseumTime: 4-7 p.m.Place: East AuroraPrice: No charge for Paint Box Project familiesAudience: 30Chairmen: Jen Seth-CiminiYears held: 1Sponsorships available: YesContact: Jen Seth-Cimini, 845-8119, [email protected]

Sprout Film FestivalDate: March 19, 2011Sponsored by: Genesee ARCTime: 2:30 and 6 p.m. showsPlace: Batavia High School auditoriumPurpose: Showcases films by and about people with developmental disabilitiesContact: Shelley Falitico, 343-1123 ext. 231

Old Neighborhood St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Date: March 19, 2011Sponsored by: Valley Community Association Inc.

Time: NoonPlace: Valley Community CenterAudience: 1,000Purpose: More than 100 marching units including marching bands, clowns, community floats, classic cars, Irish dancers, family clans, bagpipers, fire and police departments Chairmen: Lori OverdorfYears held: 18Sponsorships available: YesContact: Lori Overdorf, 823-4707 ext. 4, [email protected]

Rock & Roll for AROCCDate: March 19, 2011Sponsored by: Association for Research of Childhood CancerTime: 8 p.m.-midnightPlace: Father Justin’s Knights of Columbus, 2735 Union Road, CheektowagaPrice: $30Audience: 250-300Purpose: Funds seed grants for pediatric cancer researchChairman: Larry LorenzYears held: 6Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: To help the day of event and to secure in-kind donations for Chinese auction.Contact: Larry Lorenz, 983-7639, [email protected]

Best Places to WorkDate: March 22, 2011Sponsored by: Business FirstTime: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Place: Buffalo Niagara Convention CenterAudience: 900Purpose: Recognizes outstanding places to work in WNYYears held: 5Contact: Karen Schiffmacher, 541-1631, [email protected]

Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper Breakfast

Date: March 22, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Niagara RiverkeeperPlace: Harry’s Harbour Place GrilleAudience: 250Purpose: To celebrate World Water Day and raise funds to support program activitiesSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: Table captainsContact: Tricia Furnari, 852-7483, ext. 13, [email protected]

NFJC Citation BanquetDate: March 23, 2011Sponsored by: The National Federation for Just Com-munities of WNY Inc.Time: 6 p.m.Place: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPrice: $300 Audience: 650Chairmen: Amy Habib Rittling and John HornYears held: 55Sponsorships available: YesContact: Lana Benatovich, 853-9596, [email protected]

Handbag Happy Hour Date: March 24, 2011Sponsored by: Everywoman Opportunity Center Inc.Time: 6 p.m.Place: Salvatore’s Italian GardensPrice: $50Purpose: Showcases designer, celebrity, distinctive and previously loved purses for live and silent auction. A fashionable way to raise funds to help women in the community. Chairman: Helen Tederous Sponsorships available: Yes, beginning at $500Volunteers needed: To help plan the eventContact: Kristin Scholz, 380-8565, [email protected]

Fire and IceDate: March 24, 2011Sponsored by: Greater Niagara Frontier Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaTime: 6-9 p.m.Place: Templeton LandingPrice: $150Audience: 300 Purpose: Fundraiser to support Scouting programsChairman: William Mattar

Years held: 1st annual Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Justin King, [email protected] and wnyscouting.org/events

Dinner TheatreDate: March 25, 2011Sponsored by: Clarence Chamber of CommerceTime: 5:30 p.m.Location: Timberlodge Restaurant at Arrowhead Golf, AkronPrice: $47 per personPurpose: A live theatre presentation in a humorous story about the O’Malley family and the shenanigans in owning an Irish Pub. performed in a cabaret style .Contact: Clarence Chamber, 631-3888

Music and Movies on IceDate: March 25, 2011Sponsored by: Gliding Stars of WNYTime: 7 p.m., Friday; 1 p.m., SaturdayPlace: Northtown Center at AmherstPrice: $8Audience: 300Purpose: Ice show starring people of all ages with all disabilities who skate to show the skills they’ve learned over the years.Chairmen: Elizabeth O’DonnellYears held: 12Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Elizabeth O’Donnell, 608-8345, [email protected]

SABAH’s Celebration on IceDate: March 27, 2011Sponsored by: SABAH Skating Athletes Bold At HeartTime: 2 p.m.Place: HSBC ArenaAudience: 7,000Purpose: Showcase the skating talents of individuals with special needs.Years held: 33rd annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Terry Marchant, 362-9600, [email protected]

Villa Maria College Honors Convocation

Date: March 27, 2011Sponsored by: Villa Maria CollegeTime: 3 p.m.Place: College auditoriumPurpose: Guest speaker is Gerard Thomas Straub, long-time producer of daytime drama “General Hospital”Sponsorships available: YesContact: Barbara Hooven, 961-1889

North Tonawanda Memorial Bowlathon

Date: March 27, 2011Sponsored by: North Tonawanda History MuseumTime: 1 p.m.Place: North Tonawanda History Museum Purpose: Commemorate North Tonawanda’s bowling heritageSponsorships available: YesContact: Donna Zellner Neal, 213-0554, nthistory-museum.org

Conversation with America’s Drug Czar

Date: March 29, 2011Sponsored by: Alcohol and Drug Dependency Services Inc., Kids Escaping DrugsTime: 11:30 a.m.Place: Adam’s Mark Buffalo Price: $35 per personPurpose: Keynote speaker is former Buffalo police commissioner gil Kerlikowske, now director of the U.S. Office of National Drug Control PolicySponsorships available: YesContact: Amy Samuelson, 827-9462, [email protected]

Feast for NiagaraDate: March 30, 2011Sponsored by: United Way of Greater Niagara and local restaurantsPlace: Restaurants throughout Niagara CountyPurpose: Percentage of receipts support United Way programs and services

Contact: uwgn.org

Niagara Floral Center Easter Floral Sale

Date: March 31, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraMajor sponsors: KeyBank and Ingram MicroPlace: Pick-up orders: April 15: 8:30 am-4:30 p.m. 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 107 Heath Street, Lockport; April 16: 8:30 a.m.-Noon 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield Price: Varies, custom orders acceptedPurpose: Benefits training/horticulture therapy for people with developmental disabilitiesSponsorships available: Sponsors and locations for cart sales and/or pre-sales. Delivery may be available for large orders in Niagara and Erie countiesVolunteers needed: Organize pre-salesContact: Bob Bracikowski, 504-2617 ext.244, [email protected]

AprilA Night Of Heroes Creative Black Tie Gala

Date: April 2, 2011Sponsored by: Make-A-Wish Foundation of WNYTime: 5:30 p.m.Place: Seneca Niagara Casino & HotelPrice: $175 per ticketSponsorships available: YesContact: Tina Chaudhry, 810-9474 x12, [email protected]

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Kickoff Luncheon

Date: April 6, 2011Time: 11:30 a.m.Place: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPrice: $30 Audience: 300Purpose: Luncheon held each year to kick off the Race for the Cure and to honor sponsors, team captains, and grantees.Chairmen: Althea LuehrsenYears held: 6Sponsorships available: YesContact: Althea Luehrsen, 881-1411, [email protected]

St. Bonaventure University Gaudete Medal Celebration

Date: April 7, 2011Sponsored by: St. Bonaventure UniversityMajor sponsors: GreatbatchTime: 6 p.m.Place: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPurpose: Annual celebration honoring Cindy Abbott-Letro and Francis Letro, Rev. Gregory Dobson and Katie and Jake SchneiderChairman: John D’AngeloSponsorships available: YesContact: sbu.edu/gaudete

Buffalo’s Smartest CompanyDate: April 7, 2011Sponsored by: Cradle Beach CampTime: 6 p.m.Place: Classics V Banquet HallPrice: $400 per team of four peopleAudience: 200Purpose: Raise money for programs at Cradle BeachSponsorships available: Sponsorships, donations, raffle itemsVolunteers needed: YesContact: Diane Martorana, 549-6307 ext. 201

Growing Success Awards Dinner & Gala

Date: April 8, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraTime: 5:30 p.m.Place: Niagara Falls Conference CenterPrice: $40Audience: 300Purpose: Come celebrate the abilities of individuals with developmental disabilities, and the employees, volunteers and community who are dedicated to growing success for families across Niagara County. Years held: 7Sponsorships available: YesContact: Kristen Cook, 297-6400, [email protected]

BeerologyDate: April 9, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Museum of ScienceMajor sponsors: Katz AmericasTime: 6-9 p.m.Place: Buffalo Museum of SciencePrice: $40, $5 off for museum membersAudience: 21 and overPurpose: Learn about the science of beer. Guests can sample brews, snack on beer-friendly foods, view homebrewing demos and more. Years held: 3Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Erin Collins, 716-896-5200 ext. 385, [email protected]

Dance for Diabetes Charity Ball

Date: April 9, 2011Time: 7-10 p.m.Place: Orchard Park Country ClubPrice: $30 per ticketAudience: Grades 6-8Purpose: Raise funds for JDRF to fund research to find a cure for type I diabetesYears held: 9th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Danielle Fininzio, [email protected], 833-2873

Kids Escaping Drugs Telethon

Date: April 9, 2011Sponsored by: Kids Escaping DrugsMajor Sponsors: WGRZ-TV Channel 2, Coca-Cola, Valu, UPS, West Herr Automotive, Russell’s Steaks, Chops & MoreTime: 6-11:30 p.m.Place: Tune into Channel 2Purpose of event: Funds raised through the telethon benefit the programs of the Kids Escaping Drugs Campaign and the kids of the Renaissance Campus. Years held: 24Contact: Christina Kruzer, 827-9462 [email protected]

Legacy Celebration 2011Date: April 9, 2011Sponsored by: Women for Human Rights and Dignity Inc. Time: 8 a.m.-11:30 a.m. forum; noon lunchPlace: Millennium Hotel BuffaloSponsorships available: YesContact: 831-9821, 864-7956

Laughs for Learning Gow School Scholarship Event

Date: April 9, 2011Sponsored by: Gow SchoolTime: 5:30 p.m.Place: The Gow School, South WalesPurpose: Benefits the Gow SchoolSponsorships available: YesContact: Tammy Kosnikowski, 687-2075, [email protected]

Cards for Kids Poker Tournament

Date: April 9, 2011Sponsored by: Camp Good Days and Special TimesMajor sponsors: National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors Buffalo chapterTime: 1 p.m.Place: Irish Center, South BuffaloPrice: $30 Purpose: Benefits Camp Good DaysChairmen: Liz Englert, [email protected] available: Yes

Canisius College Shoes for the Shelter 5K

Date: April 10, 2011Sponsored by: Canisius CollegeMajor sponsors: Independent HealthTime: NoonPlace: Forest Lawn Cemetery Price: $20 adults, $17 Canisius College faculty/staff/student, Independent Health employees; $14 children 14 and underAudience: All agesPurpose: Donate shoes to St. Vincent dePaul and generate revenue for Blue & Gold Club

Chairmen: John MaddockYears held: 13th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: John Maddock, 716-888-2977, [email protected]

American Business Women’s Association

Date: April 10, 2011Sponsored by: WNY charter chapter of American Business Women’s AssociationTime: 10:30 a.m.Place: Niagara Falls Country ClubPrice: $35Purpose: Benefits Summit Life OutreachYears held: 15th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Kari Walck, 990-6801, [email protected]

Niagara Floral Center Administrative Professionals Day Floral Sale

Date: April 12, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraMajor sponsors: KeyBank and Ingram MicroPlace: Pick-up orders: April 26: 8:30 am-4:30 p.m. 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield; April 27: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 107 Heath St., Lockport Price: varies, custom orders acceptedPurpose: Benefits training/horticulture therapy for people with developmental disabilities. Sponsorships available: Sponsors and locations for cart sales/pre-sales. Delivery may be available for large orders in Niagara & Erie Counties.Volunteers needed: Organize pre-salesContact: Bob Bracikowski, 504-2617 ext. 244, [email protected]

Matt Urban Matters Fundraising Breakfast

Date: April 12, 2011Sponsored by: The Lt. Col. Matt Urban Human Services Center of Western New YorkTime: 8-9 a.m.Price: FreeAudience: 200Chairmen: Marlies WesolowskiYears held: 1Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Essence Sweat, 893-7222 ext 231, [email protected]

BoomDaysDate: April 14, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Niagara RiverkeeperMajor sponsors: Rigidized MetalsTime: VariesPlace: Various locations along the waterfrontAudience: 200Purpose: Celebrates the lifting of the ice boom and the start of spring.Years held: 10Sponsorships available: YesContact: Tricia Furnari, 852-7483, ext. 13, [email protected]

Gala for HopeDate: April 15, 2011Sponsored by: Family & Children’s Service of Niagara Inc.Time: 6 p.m.Place: Convention Center Niagara FallsPrice: $75 per personPurpose: Benefits family programsChairmen: Candace CorsaroSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Jennifer Tresch, 285-6984, [email protected]

Spring Shoreline SweepDate: April 16, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Niagara RiverkeeperTime: 9 a.m. - noonPlace: Various locations along the waterfrontPrice: freeAudience: 1,500Purpose: To help clean winter debris from area waterways and parksYears held: 8Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: To help clean up

Contact: Kerri Li, 852-7483, ext. 11, [email protected]

Niagara Floral Center Mother’s Day Floral Sale

Date: April 26, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraMajor sponsors: KeyBank, Ingram MicroTime: Place: Pick-up orders: May 6: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield, 9 a.m.-4p.m. 107 Heath Street, Lockport, May 7: 8:30 a.m.-Noon 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield Price: Varies, custom orders also acceptedPurpose: Benefits training/horticulture therapy for people with developmental disabilities.Sponsorships available: Sponsors and locations for cart sales/pre-sales. Delivery may be available for large orders in Niagara & Erie countiesVolunteers needed: Organize pre-salesContact: Bob Bracikowski, 504-2617 ext. 244, [email protected]

Dining Out for LifeDate: April 26, 2011Sponsored by: AIDS Community Services of WNY Inc.Major sponsors: Lawley Benefits Group, Bank of America, WBFO-FM 88.7, Bee Newspaper GroupTime: Breakfast, lunch, dinnerPlace: Participating restaurants across Western New YorkPrice: Cost of meal Audience: 20,000 dinersPurpose: Dine at one of nearly 100 participating restaurants on Tuesday, April 26, and 25 percent or more of your food bill is donated to AIDS Community Services of WNY. For a list of participating restaurants, go to diningoutforlife.com and click on Buffalo/WNY. Chairmen: Tommy and Donna LombardoYears held: 9Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kimberly Luangpakdy, 847-0340 ext. 315, [email protected]

Leader of the Year Awards Luncheon

Date: April 28, 2011Sponsored by: Leadership NiagaraTime: NoonPlace: Niagara Falls Country Club Sponsorships available: YesContact: Tracy Fletcher, 998-0351, [email protected]

Choppers for Charity Food Bank Run

Date: April 20, 2011Sponsored by: Food Bank of WNYTime: NoonPlace: Starts at Native Pride, Irving, with kickstands up at 2 Purpose: Benefits the Food BankYears held: 11th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Paul Roorda, 983-5737, cfcbenefit.org

100th Anniversary Gala for Buffalo Rotary

Date: April 28, 2011Sponsored by: Rotary Club of BuffaloTime: 6 p.m.Place: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPrice: $100 per ticket, $125 for VIP ticketsAudience: 300Purpose: Supports community projects funded by Buffalo Rotary FoundationSponsorships available: YesContact: John McClive, 854-3397

Home Inspiring Opportunities

Date: April 28, 2011Sponsored by: HOMETime: 5 p.m.Place: Buffalo Niagara Convention CenterPurpose: 48th annual celebration of HOMESponsorships available: YesContact: 854-1400, homeny.org

Decorator’s Showhouse Garden Party

Date: April 29, 2011

Sponsored by: Junior League of Buffalo and Buffalo NewsTime: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.Place: Bayliss-Oshei Residence, 360 Depew Ave., BuffaloPrice: $60 per personAudience: Open to publicPurpose: To raise funds to support community projectChairmen: Astrid WillisYears held: 30Corporate support: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Jessica Schimert, 913-7732

Black & White BallDate: April 29, 2011Sponsored by: Sisters Hospital FoundationTime: 6-11:30 p.m.Place: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPurpose: Benefits programs and services at Sisters Hospital and St. Joseph CampusSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kelly Wilkens, 862-1991, [email protected]

Decorator’s Showhouse 2011 Date: April 30 - May 22, 2011Sponsored by: Junior League of Buffalo and Buffalo NewsTime: Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 6 - 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Monday, private toursPlace: Bayliss-Oshei Residence, 360 Depew Ave., BuffaloPrice: $15 pre-sale; $20 at the doorAudience: Open to publicPurpose: To raise funds to support community projectChairmen: Astrid WillisYears held: 30Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Jessica Schimert, [email protected]

Victorian TeaDate: April 30, 2011Sponsored by: Herschell Carrousel Factory MuseumTime: 2-4 p.m.Place: Herschell Carrousel Factory MuseumPrice: $25 Audience: 50Purpose: 3-course Victorian tea with entertainmentChairmen: Sue HarrisYears held: 8Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Rae Proefrock, 693-1885, [email protected]

Kentucky Derby Night in Niagara Falls

Date: April 30, 2011Sponsored by: Niagara Rises Inc.Time: 6-9 p.m.Place: Antonio’s Banquet & Conference Center, Niagara Falls Price: $25 per personContact: Michele Altman, 550-2403

Summit Autism Awareness Walk

Date: April 30, 2011Sponsored by: Summit Educational ResourcesTime: 9 a.m.Place: 150 Stahl Road, GetzvillePrice: Pledges for each walker Audience: 1,000Purpose: Benefits programs at Summit Educational ResourcesYears held: 11Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kathy Bunce, 629-3434, [email protected]

Buffalo State College Foundation Scholarship Gala

Date: April 30, 2011Sponsored by: LPCiminelli, M&T Bank, A.J. Baynes Group, Niagara’s Fines InnsTime: 6:30 p.m.Place: Connecticut Street ArmoryPrice: $200 per ticketAudience: 500Purpose: Benefits scholarship fund

Chairmen: Anthony Baynes of A.J. Baynes Group and Louis Ciminelli of LPCiminelli Inc.Years held: 14Sponsorships available: YesContact: Kathryn Neeson, [email protected], 878-4895

Mother-Daughter TeaDate: April 30 and May 1, 2011Sponsored by: Theodore Roosevelt SiteTime: 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.Place: TRD Site, 641 Delaware Ave., BuffaloPrice: $15 for children 10 and under; $25 for adultsAudience: 400Purpose: Funds general operating expenses and edu-cation programsSponsorships available: Sponsorships available, auction donationsContact: Janice Kuzan, 884-0095, janice–[email protected]

MayJazz & Pasta

Date: May 1, 2011Sponsored by: Lewiston Jazz FestivalTime: 1-7 p.m.Place: Water Street Landing, Lewiston Price: $20 ticketsPurpose: Benefits Lewiston Jazz FestivalSponsorships available: YesContact: Deanna Alterio Brennen, 432-7056

Heritage Christian Services Spaghetti Dinner and Basket Raffle

Date: May 3, 2011Sponsored by: Heritage Christian ServicesTime: 4-8 p.m.Place: Niagara Falls Elks Lodge #346, 1805 Fashion Outlet Blvd, Niagara FallsPrice: Adults: $8 advance, $10 at the door, Kids: $5 advance, $7 at the doorAudience: 600Purpose of event: Benefits the more than 1,500 children and adults with developmental disabilities served by Heritage Christian ServicesYears held: 7th annualSponsorships available: From $50 to $1,000Volunteers needed: Yes, day of and day prior.Contact name, phone and email: Samantha DeMart, 743-2020 x3006, [email protected]

Williamsville Food & Wine Tasting

Date: May 3, 2011Sponsored by: Sisters of St. FrancisTime: 5-7 p.m.Place: St. Mary of the Angels, 201 Reist St., Wil-liamsvillePrice: $40 ticketsPurpose: Benefits the Sisters of St. FrancisYears held: 9th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Cindy Munschauer, 632-2155 ext. 687, [email protected]., sosf.org

Everywoman Opportunity Center Awards Dinner

Date: May 5, 2011Sponsored by: Everywoman Opportunity Center Inc.Major sponsors: First Niagara BankTime: 6 p.m.Place: Salvatore’s Italian GardensPrice: $50 per ticketAudience: 300Purpose: To recognize and honor extraordinary women who have provided inspiration as path finders, risk takers and role models for women in our com-munity.Years held: 27th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Elizabeth Eisenhauer, 847-1120 or [email protected]

Brothers of Mercy Caritas Awards Dinner

Date: May 5, 2010Sponsored by: Brothers of Mercy Campus FoundationMajor sponsors: Joe Basil Chevrolet, Buffalo Phar-macies Inc., Davis-Ulmer Co., Floss Agency, Inde-pendent Health, Lawley Service, Merrill Lynch

Time: 6-9 p.m.Place: Salvatore’s Italian GardensPrice: $100 per person, $190 per coupleAudience: 500Purpose: Benefits the Brothers of Mercy Campus FoundationChairman: Anna Diliberto, M&T BankYears held: 10th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Audrey Nguyen, 759-7808

Toast of the TownDate: May 7, 2011Sponsored by: Niagara University College of Hospi-tality and Tourism ManagementTime: 6 p.m.Place: Mary Seaton Room, Kleinhans Music HallPrice: $150 per personPurpose: Benefits the College of Hospitality and Tourism Management at NUSponsorships available: YesContact: NU Office of Continuing Education, 286-8181, niagara.edu/ce

Susan G. Komen for the Cure Survivor Luncheon

Date: May 7, 2011Sponsored by: Susan G. Komen for the Cure Western New YorkTime: 11 a.m.Place: Buffalo Niagara Convention CenterPrice: Free to breast cancer survivors - $25 donation all othersAudience: 800Purpose: A celebration to honor all breast cancer sur-vivors and co-survivors and friends and family.Chairmen: Candace Wilcox and Michelle BlissYears held: 9Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Judy Babel, 580-3116, [email protected]

Khords For KidsDate: May 7, 2011Sponsored by: Kids Escaping DrugsMajor sponsors: Dash’s Markets & WGRZ-TVTime: 8 p.m.Place: Asbury Hall, 341 Delaware Ave., BuffaloPrice: $25 per ticketAudience: 400Purpose of event: Amping up awareness for Kids Escaping Drugs, night of music and desserts with proceeds benefitting Kids Escaping DrugsYears held: 1Sponsorships available: YesContact: Christina Kruzer, 827-9462, [email protected]

Red Shield LuncheonDate: May 10, 2011Sponsored by: The Salvation ArmyMajor sponsors: National Fuel, Crowley Webb, M&T, Time: 11:30 a.m.Place: Harrys Harbour Place GrillePrice: $50 Audience: 200Purpose: Honor a corporation and individual who has been involved in assisting the Salvation Army in program and through fundraising.Chairmen: Linda WadsworthYears held: 15Sponsorships available: YesContact: AnnMarie Taft, 888-6214

YMCA Buffalo Niagara Annual Dinner

Date: May 11, 2011Sponsored by: YMCA Buffalo NiagaraTime: 5:30 p.m.Place: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPrice: $50 per person/$500 for a table of 10Purpose: Annual meeting highlights the many ways and people who help the YMCA fulfill its mission of helping the community.Years held: 159th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Kyle Donaldson, 565-6000 ext. 104

Celebrate with FriendsDate: May 11, 2011Sponsored by: Planned Parenthood of WNY Inc.Time: 5:30 p.m.Place: Mary Seaton Room, Kleinhans Music HallPrice: $75 supporter ticket, $125 benefactor ticketAudience: 350

Purpose: Supports programs and services of Planned ParenthoodSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kathleen Heim, 831-2200 ext. 5911, kathleen.heim@ppwny-org.

Walk to Cure Childhood Cancer

Date: May 13, 2011Sponsored by: Association for Research of Childhood CancerTime: 6 p.m.Place: Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, GetzvillePurpose: Raise funds – 94 cents of every dollar goes directly to fund pediatric cancer research.Sponsorships available: Walk teams, sponsorships, donationsVolunteers needed: Registration, route volunteers, lead walker, fundraising, photographer, team organizer to recruit teamsContact: Donna Monaco, 681-4433, [email protected]

Wine, Wheels and SongDate: May 13, 2001Sponsored by: WNY Railway Historical SocietyTime: 6 p.m.Place: Hearthstone ManorPrice: $25 presale, $30 at the doorAudience: 300Purpose: Wine tasting with 20 NYS wineries and auction to benefit Williamsville Depot and caboose restorationChairman: Donald Boyd Jr.Years held: 3Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Nancy Boyd Haley, 648-0972, [email protected]

ECMC Lifeline Foundation Springfest Gala

Date: May 14, 2011Sponsored by: ECMC Lifeline FoundationTime: 6 p.m.Place: Adams Mark BuffaloPrice: $250 per ticketPurpose: Benefits patient-care programs at Erie County Medical CenterYears held: 21Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: Day of volunteers needed for registrations, auctions, setup and takedownContact: Debi Jamieson, 898-5800, [email protected]

WNED Antique Home ShowDate: May 14, 2011Sponsored by: WNEDTime: 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.Place: WNED studiosPrice: $10 per appraisal; limit 4 per personAudience: 500Purpose: Tickets are presale only. May be purchased at wned.orgYears held: 3Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Dorothy Mesmer, 845-7000 ext. 304, [email protected]

Heritage Centers Foundation 5K Run Walk

Date: May 14, 2011Sponsored by: Heritage CentersTime: 9 a.m.Place: 101 Oak St., downtown BuffaloAudience: over 500Years held: 11Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Sue Navarro, 856-4202 ext 228, [email protected]

Opportunities Unlimited Golf Raffle

Date: May 15, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation Time: 4-7 p.m.Place: Sanborn Fire Hall, 5811 Buffalo Ave., Sanborn Price: $45 Audience: 500Purpose: Features a variety of the latest golf equipment, get-a-ways and rounds of golf

Years held: 12Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kristen Cook, 297-6400, ext. 382, [email protected]

Kids Escaping Drugs Walk For Kids

Date: May 15, 2011Sponsored by: Kids Escaping DrugsTime: NoonPlace: Canisius College Koessler Center and Forest Lawn CemeteryPrice: Minimum of $25 donationAudience: over 800Purpose: National Honor Society students and their family/friends walk a three-mile course around Forest Lawn Cemetery Chairmen: Ginny HohlYears held: 18Sponsorships available: YesContact: Christina Kruzer, 827-9462, [email protected]

Fashion Show With A TwistDate: May 15, 2011Sponsored by: Key Bank Major sponsors: Walden Galleria and Eastern Hills MallTime: 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.Place: Tonawanda CastlePrice: $30 per person Audience: Women of all agesPurpose: Benefits Haven House, the area’s only licensed domestic violence shelterYears held: 2Sponsorships available: Yes Contact: Michelle Kij, 716-335-7233, [email protected]

AIDS WalkDate: May 21, 2011Sponsored by: AIDS Community Services of WNY Inc.Major sponsors: HSBC Globe CommitteeTime: 10 a.m.Place: Hoyt Lake at Delaware ParkPrice: Fundraising minimum of $25Audience: 500Purpose: Pre-register at firstgiving.com/aidswalk-buffaloHonorary chairman: John BorsaYears held: 19Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kimberly Luangpakdy, 847-0340 ext. 315, [email protected]

Links Fore loveDate: May 21, 2011Course: Concord Crest Golf CourseTime: 10:00 a.m. startPrice per golfer: $125.00 Number of golfers: 60-100Purpose: Fund ministries of Love INC (In the Name of Christ) to benefit local families in need Years held: 3rd annualSponsorships available: Gold, silver, tee and prize sponsorshipsContact: Ron Schwartz, 716-864-7263, [email protected]

Black & White Ball: On Stage at Artpark

Date: May 21, 2011Time: 6 p.m.Place: Artpark Mainstage Theater, 450 S. 4th St., LewistonPrice: $175 per person; $2,500 corporate tablePurpose: To raise funds for visual and performing arts programming at ArtparkChairmen: Anthony Gioia, Rose Gellman, Sophia Smith, Kirsten Brydges Lawley, Christina GentzContact: Katie Miller, 754-9000 ext 124, [email protected]

Car & Bike ShowDate: May 21, 2011Sponsored by: Engineering Society of Buffalo Inc. and Cyberspokes.comTime: 11 a.m.Place: Alice’s Kitchen, 3122 Sheridan Drive, AmherstPrice: $25 day of showYears held: 1stContact: Kim Burr, 873-4455

Volunteer Job FairDate: May 22, 2011

Sponsored by: Temple Beth Zion, Westminster Presby-terian Church, Islamic Society of the Niagara FrontierTime: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.Place: Temple Beth Zion, 805 Delaware Ave., BuffaloContact: Karen Keaton, [email protected]

Hospice Memorial WalkDate: May 22, 2011Sponsored by: Hospice Foundation of Western New YorkMajor sponsors: WegmansTime: Registration 9-10:30 a.m; walk starts at 11 a.m.Place: Erie Canal Harbor Central WharfPrice: $25 registration feeAudience: 3,000Purpose: Donations raised by walkers benefit ter-minally ill patients and their families in Erie CountyChairmen: Mark MeyerhoferYears held: 14Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Laura Brann, 686-8090, [email protected]

Bemus Point Walk to Cure Diabetes

Date: May 22, 2011Major sponsors: Tops MarketsTime: 11:30 a.m. walk startPlace: The Village Casino, Bemus PointPurpose: Raise funds for JDRF to fund research to find a cure for type I diabetesSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Danielle Fininzio, 833-2873, [email protected]

ACA Spring FestivalDate: May 22, 2011Sponsored by: Amherst Christian AcademyTime: NoonPlace: ACA, 2625 Tonawanda Creek Road, AmherstPurpose: Benefits ACAYears held: 3Sponsorships available: YesContact: 689-9944, amherstchristian.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Niagara County Golf Tournament

Date: May 23, 2010Place: Brookfield Country ClubTime: 10 a.m. registrationPrice: $225 per golferAudience: 130Purpose: Support youth mentoring, match friendships with in-risk youthSponsorships available: Various levels available, benefactor through corporateVolunteers needed: Day of and committeeContact: Annemarie Bettino, 434-1855, [email protected]

Spring ConnectionsDate: May 26, 2011Sponsored by: Educational Technology Foundation of WNYTime: 5:30 p.m.Place: Harry’s Harbour GrillePrice: $40Purpose: Benefits programsSponsorships available: YesContact: edtechday.org

JuneThe Gelatin Splash

Date: June 2011Sponsored by: The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyTime: 6 p.m.Place: Banchetti by Rizzo’sAudience: 1,000Purpose: Funds raised support research of leukemia, lymphoma and all blood cancers, local patient services and aid, advocacy, education and community service programs. Years held: 22Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Luann Burgio, 834-2578, [email protected]

Niagara Floral Center Karat Dig

Date: June 2, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraMajor sponsors: KeyBank, Ingram MicroTime: Baskets & Raffles 3-8 p.m., Karat Dig for jewelry open 5-8 p.m.Place: 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., WheatfieldPrice: $10 admission includes first 25 basket ticketsAudience: 300Purpose: Benefits training/horticulture therapy for people with developmental disabilities.Years held: 2Sponsorships available: YesContact: Bob Bracikowski, 504-2617 ext. 244, [email protected]

The BashDate: June 3, 2011Sponsored by: American Red Cross, Greater Buffalo ChapterTime: 8 p.m.Place: Red Cross headquarters, 786 Delaware Ave., BuffaloAudience: 4,000Chairman: John YurtchukYears held: 13Sponsorships available: Yes, from $1,500 to $40,000Volunteers needed: Corporate volunteer teams needed to assist with set-up and staffing the night of the eventContact: Jerilyn Hickey, 878-2383, [email protected]

Rev. Merrick Bednar Memorial Golf Tournament

Date: June 3, 2011Sponsored by: Christ the King SeminaryMajor sponsors: Maid of the Mist, Personal Touch Food Service, Mrs. Arthur SchaeferTime: Noon shotgun start; dinner to followPrice: $150 per golferPurpose: Benefits the education and formation of priests, deacons and lay ministersChairmen: Jim Grubka and the Rev. Joe RoglianoYears held: 12 yearsSponsorships available: Yes for event, carts, course, reception/auction, hole signsContact: Susan Burns, 716-847-8373, [email protected], cks.edu

Brass Ring Renaissance Festival

Date: June 4, 2011Sponsored by: Herschell Carrousel Factory MuseumTime: 11 a.m.- 6 p.m.Place: Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum Price: $3-$8Audience: 2,000Purpose: A great family event with games, costumes, artisan demonstrations, combat tournaments and of course food and carousel ridesChairmen: Museum staffYears held: 10Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Rae Proefrock, 693-1885, [email protected]

River ToursDate: June 4, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Niagara RiverkeeperTime: variesPlace: Various locations along the waterfrontPrice: $15 - $20Audience: 500Purpose: Experience the local waterfront by taking a hike, bike, paddle or boat tour led by a knowledgeable docent.Years held: 5Sponsorships available: Yes and private group tours available Contact: Kerri Li, 852-7483, ext. 11, [email protected]

Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament

Date: June 4-5, 2011Sponsored by: TRC Foundation and The Resource CenterLocation: Downtown JamestownTime: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.Price: $128 per four-person team; free to spectatorsAudience: 5,000Purpose: Raise funds to enhance the lives of persons with disabilities

Chairman: Victoria Trass BardoYears held: 15Sponsorships available: From $250 to $5,000Volunteer help: Scorekeepers neededContact: Vicky Bardo, 661-1477; jamestown-gus-macker.org

The ARC of Orleans County Golf Tournament

Date: June 5, 2011Course: Hickory Ridge Golf & Country ClubTime: 9 a.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $95 Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Proceeds benefit The Arc’s Camp Rainbow (summer day camp).Years held: 32nd annualSponsorships available: Corporate and business sponsorships available, and prize donations graciously accepted.Contact: Denise Withey, 585-589-5516 ext. 227, [email protected]

Buffalo Walk to Cure Diabetes

Date: June 5, 2011Major sponsors: Tops MarketsTime: Registration at 9 a.m., walk at 11 a.m.Place: Martin’s Fantasy IslandChairmen: Patrick Marks of Bank of America and Timothy Buckingham of Erie Niagara InsuranceSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Alexandra Kobza, [email protected], 833-2873

Buffalo Urban League Scholarship Golf Tournament

Date: June 6, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Urban LeagueTime: 2 p.m.Place: River Oaks Golf CoursePrice: 200Audience: 120Chairman: Jennifer WashingtonYears held: 12Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Nikkei Goodwin, 250-2414, [email protected]

GLOW YMCA Send A Kid to Camp Golf Outing

Date: June 6, 2011Sponsored by: GLOW YMCA/YMCA Camp HoughMajor sponsors: Time: 11:00 A.m.Place: Silver Lake Country Club, PerryPrice per golfer: $100 Number of golfers: 120Purpose: Celebrating the 100th year of camping on the shores of Silver Lake. Proceeds help to send kids to camp for a summer of a lifetime.Years held: 15Sponsorships available: YesContact: Erik Fix, 585-344-1664, [email protected]

Susan G. Komen Western New York Race for the Cure

Date: June 6, 2011Major sponsors: Ford Dealers of WNY, WGRZ-Channel 2Time: 10 a.m.Place: Delaware Park Rose GardenAudience: 9,000Purpose: All welcome to participate. Regstration is required. Go to komenwny.org.Chairmen: Kristen Francemone and Mary MontaniYears held: 11Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kristen Francemone, 580-3116, [email protected]

Aspire of WNY Going for the Green Golf Tournament

Date: June 6, 2011Sponsored by: Dopkins & Co.Time: 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. flightsPlace: Brookfield Country ClubPrice: Different levels available, call for detailsPurpose: Support services for individuals with dis-abilities provided by Aspire of WNY.

Years held: 21st annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Cassandra Donnelly, 505-5514, [email protected]

Orchard Park Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing

Date: June 6, 2011Sponsored by: Orchard Park Chamber of Commerce Course: Orchard Park Country ClubTime: 1 p.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $175 Number of golfers: 128Purpose: Enhances the Chamber’s ability to represent the business communityChairmen: Patrick Young of Zenger Boncraft Inc.Years held: 20th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Nancy Conley, 662-3366, [email protected]

Kist Golf ClassicDate: June 6, 2011Sponsored by: Niagara UniversityTime: 12:30 p.m. shotgun startPlace: Niagara Falls Country Club Price per golfer: $225Purpose: Proceeds support NU’s student athletesSponsorships available: YesContact: niagaraalumni.com

Nickel City Opera Date: June 6, 2011Sponsored by: Nickel City OperaTime: 6:30 p.m.Place: Salvatore’s Italian Gardens Price: $60 per ticketPurpose: Fundraising dinnerYears held: 3rd annualSponsorships available: YesContact: [email protected]

Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Golf Tournament

Date: June 7, 2011Sponsored by: Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center FoundationTime: 7 a.m. flight; 12:30 p.m. flightPlace: Niagara Falls Country ClubPrice: $225 ($25 discount for morning flight)Audience: 250Purpose: Support programs and services at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical CenterYears held: 20Sponsorships available: YesContact: Cara Turner, 278-4570, [email protected], nfmmc.org/events

CatillionDate: June 10, 2011Time: 6:30 pm to midnightPlace: The Buffalo ZooPrice: $200 per person Audience: 500 Purpose: Proceeds benefit the Zoological Society of Buffalo Foundation Inc. Chairman: Trent VoelklYears held: 25Sponsorships available: King of the Jungle Table - $5,000; Gorilla Grand Patron Table - $3,500Contact: Adair Saviola, 995-6158

Kick Off to a Safe SummerDate: June 11, 2011Sponsored by: Mercy Flight Western New YorkMajor sponsors: Mercy Flight and Emergency Nurses AssociationTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.Place: Mercy Flight Heliport, 625 Main St., OleanPrice: FreeAudience: 500Purpose: Open house and safety fair featuring a Mercy Flight helicopter and child safety demonstrations. Food, beverages and raffles available.Chairman: Crystal PageYears held: 3Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Crystal Page, 307-6416, [email protected]

Niagara Open Golf Tournament

Date: June 13, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation Time: 12:30 p.m. shotgun start Place: Niagara Frontier Country ClubPrice per golfer: $175Audience: 144Purpose: Benefits people with developmental dis-abilities across Niagara County. Years held: 27th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kristen Cook, 297-6400, ext. 382, [email protected]

Greater East Aurora Chamber/East Aurora Kiwanis Club Golf Outing

Date: June 13, 2011Course: Holland Hills Country ClubTime: 10:30 a.m. Shotgun Start Price per golfer: $90 Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Raises scholarship funds for both organi-zations. Sponsorships available: For tee and green signsVolunteer help: Volunteers needed to staff two par 3 contests, sell raffle tickets, assist with other contests. Contact: Deborah Muniak, 652-8444, [email protected]

ISA Niagara Section Golf Outing

Date: June 13, 2011Sponsored by: International Society of Automation – Niagara Frontier SectionTime: 11 a.m. shotgun startPlace: Arrowhead Golf CoursePrice per golfer: $110Number of golfers: 144Chairmen: Doug Hill and Bob Hinderliter from SwagelokYears held: 25Sponsorships available: Hole sponsors for $50/hole Contact: Doug Hill, 628-8611, [email protected] or Bob Hinderliter, 912-7375, [email protected]

Lobster FestDate: June 16, 2011Sponsored by: Greater Niagara Frontier Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaTime: 5:30-10:30 p.m.Place: Woodlawn Beach State ParkAudience: 700Chairmen: Steven DetwilerYears held: 20Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Tim Smith, 512-6203, [email protected]

Celebration of LegendsDate: June 16, 2011Sponsored by: Cradle BeachTime: 6 p.m.Place: Cradle BeachPrice: $75Audience: 200Purpose: Raise money for programs at Cradle BeachSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Diane Martorana, 549-6307 ext. 201

Kenmore Mercy Foundation Golf & Wine Event

Date: June 16, 2011Sponsored by: Kenmore Mercy Foundation, John W. Danforth Co.Time: 1 p.m. shotgun startPlace: Legends on the Niagara Price: $400 per golfer; $350 for wine tourAudience: 400Purpose: Benefits Kenmore Mercy HospitalSponsorships available: YesContact: Christine Lapsley, 447-6777, [email protected]

SASi Golf TournamentDate: June 17, 2011Sponsored by: Suburban Adult Services Inc.

Major sponsors: Mighty Taco, KeyBank, Upstate Pharmacy, M&T InsuranceTime: Noon shotgun startPrice: $125 Audience: 144Purpose: Proceeds benefit individuals with develop-mental disabilities in Western New YorkChairmen: Kevin WeberYears held: 16Sponsorships available: YesContact: Lynn Kelly, 805-1555, [email protected]

Buffalo River FestDate: June 17, 2011Sponsored by: Valley Community Association Inc.Major sponsors: Rigidized MetalsTime: 6 p.m.-midnight, Friday; noon-midnight, SaturdayPlace: Buffalo River Fest ParkAudience: 2,000Purpose: Events include the Rigidized Metals River Regatta, live music and entertainment. Proceeds benefit the Valley Community AssociationChairmen: Peg OverdorfYears held: 11Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Peg Overdorf, 823-4707 ext. 2, [email protected]

Camp Good Days GalaDate: June 18, 2011Sponsored by: Camp Good Days & Special TimesTime: 5 p.m.-midnightPlace: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPrice: $150 Audience: 500Purpose: Raises funds to support year-round programs and activities for children with cancer in WNY. This year’s theme is Wizard of Oz.Chairman: Paul Gaustad of the Buffalo SabresYears held: 10th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Lisa Donato, 206-0709, [email protected], campgooddaysgala.com

Mercy Flight Batavia Open House

Date: June 19, 2011Sponsored by: Mercy Flight Western New YorkTime: 7a.m.-noonPlace: Genesee County Airport, 4781 E. Saile Drive, BataviaPrice: FreeAudience: 500Purpose: Family friendly event featuring a Mercy Flight helicopter. Coincides with the Batavia Rotary Club Annual Fly-In Breakfast at the Genesee County Airport.Chairmen: William SchuttYears held: 4Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: William Schutt, 585-356-2926, [email protected]

Hilbert College Scholarship Golf Tournament

Date: June 20, 2011Sponsored by: Hilbert CollegeCourse: Wanakah Country ClubTime: 12:30 p.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $6000 for two foursomes, $3,500-$1,500 for one foursomeNumber of golfers: 148Purpose: Proceeds support scholarships for Hilbert studentsYears held: 21st annualSponsorships available: Yes, on various levelsVolunteer help: To help with different facets of the event including registration and mealsContact: Alaina Houseknecht, 926-8938 ext. 290, [email protected]

Daemen College Golf ClassicDate: June 20, 2011Sponsored by: Glenn Arthurs, Christopher Malof at Morgan Stanley Smith BarneyTime: 11 a.m.Place: Park Country Club Price per golfer: $250Purpose: Benefits the Daemen College Scholarship FundChairman: Karen Catalano of Cesar Insurance and Queen City Professional ServicesYears held: 27th annualSponsorships available: Sponsorship of teams, tees and greens. Raffle items appreciated

Contact: Lauren Metzger, [email protected], 839-8372

Habitat for Humanity Buffalo Golf Tournament

Date: June 20, 2011Sponsored by: Habitat for HumanityCourse: Holland Hills Country ClubTime: 11:30 a.m.Price per golfer: $99 Number of golfers: 80Purpose: Proceeds support Habitat’s work in Buffalo.Years held: 5th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteer help: For registration and on courseContact: Ron Schopf, 348-4945, [email protected]

BNSME Junior Achievement of WNY Golf Outing

Date: June 20, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Niagara Sales & Marketing Executives Course: Orchard Park Country ClubTime: 11:00 a.m.Price per golfer: $200 Number of golfers: 144Purpose: To benefit grade school educational programs Years held: 16th annualSponsorships available: Sponsorships, prize donationsContact: Jeanne Hellert, 662-2279, [email protected]

Heritage Christian Services Foundation Golf Classic of Buffalo

Date: June 21, 2011Sponsored by: Heritage Christian ServicesMajor sponsors: Parkview Health ServicesTime: 11:30 a.m. shotgun startPlace: Glen Oak Golf CoursePrice: $105 per golferAudience: 144Purpose of event: Benefits the more than 1,500 children and adults with developmental disabilities served by Heritage Christian ServicesYears held: 10th annualSponsorships available: From $100 to $5,000Volunteers needed: Yes, day of for contestsContact: Samantha DeMart, 743-2020 ext. 3006, [email protected]

Riviera Theatre Memorial Golf Tournament

Date: June 22, 2011Course: River Oaks Golf CourseTime: 10 a.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $90 Number of golfers: 90Purpose: For continued restoration work at the Riviera Theater, North TonawandaSponsorships available: Yes , variety in program book and tee signsContact: Diane Krause, 695-2139, [email protected]

Buffalo Urban League annual meeting/community update

Date: June 23, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Urban League Time: 6 p.m.Place: Westminister Community Charter School, BuffaloPrice: FreeAudience: 200Purpose: Annual meetingContact: Nikkei Goodwin, 716-250-2414

The Ride For RoswellDate: June 25, 2011Sponsored by: Roswell Park Alliance FoundationMajor sponsors: University at Buffalo; WGRZ-TV; Local Edge; Citadel BroadcastingTime: 6 a.m.-4 p.m.Place: University at Buffalo, Baird PointPrice: $10 Registration; $150 fundraising minimumAudience: 9,000 riders and volunteersPurpose: Benefits Roswell Park Cancer InstituteChairmen: Mitch Flynn, Terry Bourgeois, Christine Eberle, John Hannon, Jonathan OlsenYears held: 16

Sponsorships available: Packages range from $5,000 to $50,000Volunteers needed: Year-round committees, set-up, day-ofContact: Ride For Roswell staff team (Lisa Scherer, ride manager), 843-7433, [email protected]

Boys & Girls Club of Eden Golf Tournament

Date: June 27, 2011Course: Gowanda Country ClubTime: 10 a.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $100 Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Supports operations of the Boys & Girls Club of EdenSponsorships available: Yes, to support the lunch and dinnerVolunteer help: Yes, for day-of activitiesContact: Debbie Popple, 992-2702, [email protected]

Boys & Girls Club Golf ClassicDate: June 27, 2011Sponsored by: InTomes Technical Services Inc. and Horschel Bros. Precision LLCMajor sponsors: Emerling DealershipsTime: 10 a.m.Place: Springville Country ClubPrice per golfer: $200Number of golfers: 120 Purpose: Annual program supportChairmen: Molly Frank, Carl Emerling and Tammy StedmanYears held: 9th annualSponsorships available: Yes, hole sponsorshipsVolunteers needed: YesContact: Molly Frank, 824-2025, [email protected]

Green & Gold Golf ClassicDate: June 27, 2011Sponsored by: Bishop Timon - St. Jude High SchoolTime: 1 p.m. shotgun startPlace: Brierwood Country ClubPrice: $150 Individual, $600 FoursomeAudience: General / corporate /alumniPurpose: Generate funds for tuition assistanceChairmen: Jim Hilery ‘51Sponsorships available: Yes, $5,000, $2,500, $1,000Volunteers needed: YesContact: Kevin McLaughlin, [email protected]

Scholarship Awards Ceremony

Date: June 29, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Urban League Major sponsors: Scholarship Donations Accepted.Time: 6 p.m.Place: David C. Hohn Lecture Hall Research Study Center of Roswell Park Cancer InstitutePrice: FreeAudience: 400Purpose: Presentation of college scholarships grad-uating high school seniorsContact: Pam Arbogast, 716-250-2424

JulyBoats, Bait and Beer

Date: July 7, 2011Sponsored by: Cystic Fibrosis FoundationMajor sponsors: Rich Products and Buffalo BisonsTime: 6 p.m.Place: Rich Renaissance AtriumPrice: $50Audience: 600-700Purpose: Kickoff to Greater Niagara BassEye Challenge and to raise funds and awareness for the cure and control of cystic fibrosisYears held: 10th annualSponsorships available: Yes, contact Kelly Kopra at [email protected], 204-2535Volunteers needed: Yes, contact Kristin Schneider at [email protected], 204-2535Contact: Kelly Kopra, [email protected], 204-2535

Greater Niagara BassEye Challenge

Date: July 8, 2011Sponsored by: Cystic Fibrosis FoundationTime: 6 a.m.Place: NFTA Harbor

Price: Sponsorship opportunities available, beginning at $2,500Audience: 200Purpose: Raise funds and awareness for cure and control of cystic fibrosisYears held: 10th annualSponsorships available: Yes, contact Kelly Kopra at [email protected], 204-2535Volunteers needed: Yes, contact Kristin Schneider at [email protected], 204-2535Contact: Kelly Kopra, [email protected], 204-2535

Taste of Buffalo Date: July 9-10, 2011Place: Delaware Avenue (between Chippewa Street and Niagara Square), downtown BuffaloAudience: More than 450,000 people expected. 55 local restaurants and a handful of area wineries, plus live entertainment.Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Connie Nitkowski, 656-1214

Kids Escaping Drugs GalaDate: July 10, 2011Sponsored by: Kids Escaping DrugsTime: 5 p.m.Place: Brookfield Country ClubAudience: 300Purpose: Sunday evening dinner gala and auction to benefit Kids Escaping Drugs GalaChairmen: Dean Rallo, Phil Nanula, John BergerYears held: 16Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Christina Kruzer, 827-9462, [email protected]

Run for RoverDate: July 10, 2011Sponsored by: Pet Emergency FundMajor sponsors: Niagara Frontier Veterinary SocietyTime: 10 a.m.Place: Lasalle Park PavilionPrice: $20Audience: 500Purpose: 5k race, 1-mile pet walk, kids race, party for petsChairmen: Timm Otterson, DVMYears held: 5th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Timm Otterson, DVM, 884-5624, [email protected], petemergencyfund.org

Heritage-Oak Classic Golf Tournament

Date: July 11, 2011Sponsored by: Heritage CentersTime: 11 a.m.Place: Crag Burn Golf ClubSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Sue Navarro, 856-4202 ext 228, [email protected]

Kids Escaping Drugs Golf Tournament

Date: July 11, 2011Sponsored by: Kids Escaping DrugsCourse: Brookfield Country ClubTime: 12:30 p.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $2,500 per foursome, $625 per golferNumber of golfers: 144Purpose: Proceeds benefit Kids Escaping Drugs CampaignYears held: 16Sponsorships available: Several level sponsorships are available. Contact: Christina Kruzer, 716-827-9462, [email protected]

UB School of Management Alumni Association Golf Outing

Date: July 11, 2011Course: Westwood Country ClubTime: 11 a.m.Price per golfer: $225 Number of golfers: 128Purpose: Proceeds benefit students and programs of UB School of ManagementYears held: 15th annualSponsorships available: Many sponsorship oppo-runties available

Contact: Hailley MacDonald, 645-2407, [email protected]

Putting for PenguinsDate: July 15, 2011Sponsored by: Aquarium of NiagaraPlace: Newfane Pro AM, 2501 N. Main St., NewfaneTime: 5 p.m.Price per golfer: $80Purpose: Night golf tournament to benefit the Aquarium of NiagaraSponsorships available: Yes and donation of prizesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Gay Molnar, 285-3575 ext. 204, [email protected]

Laurel Run 8K Run/5K WalkDate: July 16, 2011Sponsored by: TRC Foundation and The Resource CenterLocation: Village Square, Silver CreekTime: 8 a.m.Price: $20Audience: 500Purpose: Raise funds for disability awareness and prevention activitiesChairmen: Wayne, Elaine and Laurel HotellingYears held: 15Sponsorships available: From $300 to $7,500Volunteer help: Need people for setup and breakdownContact: Steve Waterson, 661-4735; laurel-run.org

State Farm Charity Golf & Dinner

Date: July 18, 2011Sponsored by: Cradle Beach CampTime: Noon shotgun startPlace: Fox Valley Golf ClubPrice: $200 per golferAudience: 144Purpose: Raise money for programs at Cradle BeachSponsorships available: Sponsorships, donations, raffle itemsVolunteers needed: YesContact: Diane Martorana, 549-6307 ext. 201

ECC Foundation Golf ClassicDate: July 18, 2011Sponsored by: Erie Community College FoundationTime: 1 p.m. shotgun startPlace: Park Country ClubPrice: $285 per golferAudience: 144Purpose: Proceeds benefit ECC student scholarships, college support and other foundation programsYears held: 19th annualSponsorships available: Between $125 amd $5,000. Gift donations welcome.Contact: Mary Jo Rehal Dennee, 851-1999, [email protected]

TOPS Charity Golf OutingDate: July 18, 2011Time: 7:30 amPlace: Transit Valley Country ClubPrice: Sponsorship fees applyPurpose: Raise money for Women & Children’s Hospital of BuffaloTournament director: Andrew BrocatoYears held: Seven yearsCorporate support: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Andrew Brocato, 635-5786, [email protected]

Good Will on the Green Golf Charity Golf Classic

Date: July 18, 2011Sponsored by: Compass HouseCourse: Niagara Falls Country ClubTime: 11 a.m.Price per golfer: $180 Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Benefits Compass House, a non-profit that provides shelter, food, clothing, counseling and life skills training for kids, 12 to 24 years old, who have nowhere else to turn. Years held: 5th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Candice Fletcher, development director, 886-1351, [email protected]

Niagara Catholic Marty Violante Memorial Golf Classic

Date: July 18, 2011Sponsoring organization: Niagara Catholic High SchoolLocation: Niagara Frontier Country ClubTime: 12:30 p.m. shotgun dinnerPrice per golfer: $175Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Benefits students and programs at Niagara Catholic High SchoolSponsorships available: YesContact: Cindy Williams, 283-8771 ext. 242, [email protected]

Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Tournament

Date: July 21, 2011Sponsored by: United Way of Greater NiagaraTime: 9 a.m.Place: Seneca Hickory Stick Golf CourseAudience: 144Chairmen: Charles GonzalezYears held: 2nd annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Carol Houwaart-Diez, 285-8461, [email protected]

United Way of Greater Niagara Golf Tournament

Date: July 21, 2011Sponsored by: United Way of Greater NiagaraCourse: Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course Time: 8 a.m.Price per golfer: $175 or $165 early paid registrationNumber of golfers: 144Purpose: Proceeds to benefit the United Way of Greater Niagara and the 75 programs funded by the agencyYears held: 2nd annualSponsorships available: Sponsorships available needed and hole sponsorship. Volunteer help: Yes to help with theme basket auction and watch hole in one contestsContact: Carol Houwaart-Diez, 285-8461, [email protected]

The Bear OpenDate: July 21, 2011Sponsored by: Course: Glen Oak Golf CourseTime: Noon shotgun startPrice per golfer: $175 Number of golfers: 150Purpose: Benefits Upstate New York Transplant ServicesSponsorships available: Different sponsorship levels availableContact: Steve Zenger, 871-5432, [email protected]

Star LightsDate: July 23, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Museum of ScienceTime: 8-11 p.m.Place: Buffalo Museum of SciencePrice: $35 April 1-May 8; $40 May 9-July 23; $5 off for museum membersAudience: 21 and overPurpose: An evening of wine & beer tasting and star gazing on the museum roof top. Years held: 7Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Erin Collins, 716-896-5200 ext. 385, [email protected]

Sisters Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament

Date: July 25, 2011Sponsored by: Sisters Hospital FoundationTime: 8 a.m. or 1p.m. startPlace: Country Club of BuffaloPurpose: Benefits programs and services at Sisters Hospital and St. Joseph Campus.Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kelly Wilkens, 862-1991, [email protected]

Salvation Army Red Kettle Open

Date: July 25, 2011Sponsored by: The Salvation Army and Fichte, Endl and Elmer EyecareCourse: Fox Valley Country ClubTime: 8 a.m.Price per golfer: $125 each or $500 per foursomeNumber of golfers: 144Purpose: Proceeds benefit continuing programs and services in Western New YorkChairman: Dana SheridanYears held: 6th annualSponsorships available: Sponsorship available, auction donations gratefully acceptedVolunteer help: Yes, volunteers prior to and day of eventContact: AnnMarie Taft, 888-6214, [email protected]

Wines in the WildDate: July 27, 2011Sponsored by: 97 Rock, Classic Hits 104.1, Fox 29, My TV and Buffalo SpreeMajor sponsors: Bank of AmericaTime: 6-9 p.m.Place: The Buffalo ZooPrice: $40 pre-sale; $50 at the door. A limited amount of VIP tickets available for $100 each.Audience: 2,500 attendees (Guests must be 21 years or older.)Purpose: Benefits the Buffalo Zoo’s Adopt-an-Animal programChairmen: Pro-Zoo BoardYears held: 12Contact: Katie Jordan, 995-6133; or for sponsorships, Mike Powers, 995-6139

Amherst Central Alumni Foundation Golf Classic

Date: July 28, 2011Sponsored by: Amherst Central Alumni Foundation Course: Glen Oak Golf CourseTime: Noon shotgun startPrice per golfer: $125 for adult; $75 for student under 21Number of golfers: 112Purpose: Grants for teachers and students for special projectsYears held: 10th annualHonorary chairman: Nancy Riccio, who will retire Dec. 31 after 21 years as director of health, physical education & athletics in the Amherst Central School DistrictSponsorships available: Sponsorship levels available starting with Classic Sponsor, available for $2,000Volunteer help: Yes, assist with publicity and spon-sorship opportunities; day of event for registration and rafflesContact: Lynn Wardour, 783-6853, [email protected]

Brooks Memorial Hospital Charity Golf Tournament

Date: July 29, 2011Course: Shorewood Country Club, DunkirkTime: Noon tee offPrice per golfer: $150 Number of golfers: 128Purpose: Proceeds will benefit Brooks Memorial HospitalSponsorships available: Corporate sponsorship is encouragedContact: Desiree Coon, 363-7230, [email protected]

Special Olympics New YorkDate: July 29, 2011Sponsored by: Special Olympics New York, Seneca Gaming Corp.Time: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.Place: Seneca Niagara Casino & HotelPrice: $1,000 per thrill seekerPurpose: Raise money for Special Olympics New York while rappelling the 357-foot-tall Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel. Participants must raise a minimum of $1,000 each.Contact: Amy Schedlbauer, 861-9795, [email protected]

Salvation Army Bowling Tournament

Date: July 30, 2011Sponsored by: Salvation ArmyTime: NoonPlace: Transit LanesPurpose: Raise money and awareness

Years held: 7Sponsorships available: YesContact: Billie Unger, 888-6213, [email protected]

Friends Making a Difference Golf Tournament

Date: July 31, 2011Sponsored by: Hemophilia Center of WNYMajor sponsors: NOVO Nordisk, Baxter, New Era Cap, Manheim Auctions, M&T Bank, Certo Brothers DistributorsTime: NoonPlace: Chestnut Hills Golf ClubPrice: $100 per golferAudience: 144Chairman: Michael CimatoYears held: 13th annualSponsorships available: Sponsorship Levels platinum -$15,000; gold - $10,000; silver - $5,000; bronze - $1,000; tee & green - $100Volunteers needed: NoContact: Michael Cimato, 689-0472, [email protected]

Marilla Car Truck & Cycle Show

Date: July 31, 2011Sponsored by: Mercy Flight Western New YorkTime: 9 a.m.-5p.m.Place: MarillaPrice: FreeAudience: 10,000-20,000Purpose: Western New York’s largest car, truck and cycle show to benefit Mercy Flight. Family event fea-turing hundreds of vehicles, live bands, food and drink, celebrities, free admission and free parking.Chairmen: Vinny BeisiegelYears held: 8th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Crystal Page, 307-6416, [email protected]

AugustBlue & Gold Golf Classic

Date: Aug. 1, 2011Sponsored by: Canisius College AthleticsMajor sponsors: Catholic Health AthletiCareTime: 1 p.m.Place: Brierwood Country ClubPrice: $175 Audience: 144Purpose: Supports Canisius College athleticsYears held: 14Sponsorships available: Lunch and/or dinner sponsors, tee signsVolunteer help: Yes, day of event onlyContact: John Maddock, 888-2977, [email protected]

Golf Tournament to Benefit PEDS

Date: Aug. 1, 2011Sponsored by: The Pediatric Digestion and Motility Disorders Society Inc. (PEDS)Time: 11:30 a.m. Place: Arrowhead Golf ClubPrice per golfer: $125Audience: 144Purpose of event: Raise funds to find a cure for pediatric disordersChairmen: Donald LoFaso and Anthony Sturniolo, DDS Years held: 11th annualSponsorships available: Corporate and personal sponsorships available - $50 to $2,500Volunteers needed: YesContact name, phone and email: Donald LoFaso, 276-1037, [email protected], [email protected]

Buffalo BrewfestDate: Aug. 5, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Hearing & Speech CenterTime: 5:30-9:30 p.m.Place: HSBC ArenaPrice: $25 presale, $35 day of eventAudience: 3,500Purpose: Raise money for programs and services at Buffalo Hearing & Speech CenterChairmen: Sam Savarino, Tim HerzogYears held: 9Sponsorships available: Yes, many opportunities available including vendor tablesVolunteers needed: Yes

Contact: Carla LiVecchi, 885-8318, ext. 248, [email protected]

Garden Party at the Casilio Family Estate

Date: Aug. 7, 2011Sponsored by: Brothers of Mercy Campus FoundationMajor sponsors: Joe Basil Chevrolet, Buffalo Phar-macies Inc., Davis-Ulmer Co., Floss Agency, Inde-pendent Health, Lawley Service, Merrill LynchTime: 9:15 a.m.-1 p.m.Place: Casilio family estatePrice: $50 per personAudience: 300Purpose: Benefits the Brothers of Mercy Campus FoundationYears held: 10th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Audrey Nguyen, 759-7808

Matthew Foster Foundation Golf Tournament

Date: Aug. 8, 2011Sponsored by: Matthew Foster FooundationMajor sponsors: Upstate PharmacyTime: 1 p.m.Place: East Aurora Country ClubPrice: $175 Audience: 128Purpose: Assisting WNY families of children with cancerChairmen: Burt FosterYears held: 12Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Burt Foster, 652-1880, [email protected]

Leukemia Cup Golf ClassicDate: Aug. 8, 2011Sponsored by: The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyTime: 7:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m.Place: Orchard Park Country ClubPrice: $275 or $300Number of golfers: 180Purpose: All proceeds directed toward blood cancer research and local patient aid and services. Years held: 23rd annualSponsorships available: Many sponsorship levels available from $150 to $6,500Volunteers needed: Yes for contest witnesses, auction, ticket salesContact: Luann Burgio, 834-2578 ext. 4663, [email protected]

Temple Beth Zion Golf Tournament

Date: Aug. 8, 2011Course: Niagara Falls Country ClubTime: 12:30 p.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $200Number of golfers: 120Purpose: Benefits educational programming at Temple Beth ZionYears held: 13th annualSponsorships available: Sponsorship opportunities of varied participation and costs available.Contact: Julie Feldman, 836-6565, [email protected]

Brothers of Mercy Bavarian Fest

Date: Sept. 9, 2011Sponsored by: Brothers of Mercy Campus FoundationMajor sponsors: Joe Basil Chevrolet, Buffalo Phar-macies Inc., Davis-Ulmer Co., Floss Agency, Inde-pendent Health, Lawley Service, Merrill LynchTime: 6 -10 p.m.Place: Brothers of Mercy Campus, 4520 Ransom Road, ClarencePrice: $22/person presale, $22/person at the door $12/person admission only/no mealAudience: 600Purpose: Benefits the Brothers of Mercy Campus FoundationYears held: 6Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Audrey Nguyen, 759-7808

Brothers of Mercy Bavarian Fest 5K Nature Run/Walk

Date: Sept. 10, 2011

Major sponsors: Joe Basil Chevrolet, Buffalo Phar-macies Inc., Davis-Ulmer Co., Floss Agency, Inde-pendent Health, Lawley Service, Merrill LynchPurpose: Benefits the Brothers of Mercy Campus FoundationTime: 9 a.m.-noonPlace: Brothers of Mercy Campus, 4520 Ransom Rd., ClarencePrice: $20/runner presale, $22/runner at the door; $10/walker; children 5-12/$5Audience: 300Purpose: Benefits the Brothers of Mercy Campus FoundationYears held: 3Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Audrey Nguyen, 759-7808

Carl Cappa Memorial ClassicDate: Aug. 15, 2011Sponsored by: TRC Foundation and The Resource CenterLocation: Moon Brook Country ClubTime: 10 a.m.Price: Varies based on sponsorship levelAudience: 132Purpose: Raise funds to enhance the lives of persons with disabilitiesChairmen: Michael Cappa and Gregg BenderSponsorships available: From $250 to $5,000Contact: Gregg Bender, 661-1542; carl-cappa-memorial.org

ECMC Lifeline Foundation Tournament of Life Golf Classic

Date: Aug. 15, 2011Sponsored by: ECMC Lifeline FoundationPresenting sponsors: Buffalo Hospital SupplyTime: Morning shotgun startPlace: Park Country ClubPrice per golfer: $1,500 per Foursome. Number of golfers: 208Purpose: Benefits patient-care programs at Erie County Medical CenterChairmen: Michael SeamanSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: Day of volunteers needed for registrations, contests held on course, setup and takedownContact: Debi Jamieson, 898-5800, [email protected]

Drive for DreamsDate: Aug. 15, 2011Sponsored by: Course: Brookfield Country ClubTime: NoonPrice per golfer: $250Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Benefits Mikey’s Way Foundation and Roswell Park Cancer InstituteSponsorships available: Dream sponsor for $2,500 and drive sponsor for $1,500Contact: Tom Michalski, 568-7990, [email protected]

NYS Health Facilities Association District 10 Golf Tournament

Date: Aug,. 17, 2011Sponsored bys: New York State Health Facilities Assn. District 10Time: Noon shotgun startPlace: Arrowhead Golf CoursePrice per golfer: $115 per golferNumber of golfers: 100Purpose: Benefits NYSHFA District 10 Scholarship Fund and local charitiesChairman: Randy Muenzner, VP operations, ElderWood Senior CareYears held: 15th annualSponsorships available: Corporate donations needed for golf prizes and tee/green sponsorshipsContact: Constance Barry, executive director, NYSHFA District 10, 632-0222, [email protected]

United Way Day of CaringDate: Aug. 17, 2011Sponsored by: HSBC, National Grid, WegmansTime: 9 a.m.Place: Projects throughout Erie CountyAudience: Community agencies and volunteers from companies throughout Erie CountyPurpose: To promote the spirit and value of volun-teerismYears held: 19

Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Joyce Brown, 887-2799, [email protected] host: A Day of Caring Project at a not-for- profit organization, contact Bernadette Miltenberger, 887-2746, [email protected]

Teddy Bear PicnicDate: Aug. 18, 2011Sponsored by: Herschell Carrousel Factory MuseumTime: 1-4 p.m.Place: Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, North TonawandaPrice: $8 child, $2 adultAudience: 150Purpose: Give your favorite stuffed animal friend a ride on the carousel. Games, crafts, treats and enter-tainment.Chairmen: Museum staffYears held: 12Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Rae Proefrock, 693-1885, [email protected]

Summer AffairDate: Aug. 18, 2011Sponsored by: Hospice Foundation of Western New YorkMajor sponsors: Rural/Metro Medical ServicesTime: 6 p.m.Price: $50 Audience: 500Purpose: Brought back by popular demand, this new twist to a well known and loved event will feature cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, auctions and live music from the Strictly HipYears held: 1Sponsorships available: YesContact: Laura Brann, 686-8090, [email protected]

Ford/UAW Golf Tournament and Wine Tour

Date: Aug. 20. 2011Sponsored by: Course: Arrowhead Golf ClubTime: 9 a.m.Price per golfer: $400 foursome/$100 singleNumber of golfers: 144Purpose: Proceeds benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to find a CureYears held: 7th annualWine Tour: This coincides with the tournament for non-golfers. Cost is $50 for the tour and $75 for the tour and dinner back at the golf course. Sponsorships available: Bronze, silver, gold and platinum levels; donations needed for the aution.Volunteer help: Yes, to help man the tablesContact: Robert Rohauer, 649-3466, [email protected]

Derek Roy Celebrity Golf Tournament

Date: Aug. 22, 2011Course: Orchard Park Country ClubTime: NoonPrice per golfer: Foursomes are available Purpose: Raise funds for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to fund research to find a cure for type I diabetesChairman: Greg NorthwaySponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Alexandra Kobza, 833-2873, [email protected]

Drive Fore Disabilities Golf Tournament

Date: Aug. 22, 2011Sponsored by: People Inc.Course: East Aurora Country ClubTime: 7 a.m. tee off and 12:30 p.m. tee offPrice per golfer: $625 Number of golfers: 224Purpose: To provide consistant, quality care to indi-viduals with disiablitiesYears held: 10th annualSponsorships available: Sponsorships, in-kind donationsVolunteer help: Staffing for the day - registration table, hole representatives, refreshmentsContact: Sarah Snyder, 829-7269, [email protected]

Celebrity Bartending Date: Aug. 25, 2011

Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation Major sponsors: Brickyard Pub & BBQ Time: 5-9 p.m.Place: Brickyard Pub & BBQ, 432 Center St., LewistonPrice: $10 Purpose: Attendees will all enjoy a high-end basket auction, a 50/50 drawing, finger foods and door prizes throughout the evening. Chairmen: Gary StrenkoskiYears held: 14Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kristen Cook, 297-6400, ext. 382, [email protected]

Lewiston Jazz FestivalDate: Aug. 26-27, 2011Sponsored by: Lewiston Jazz FestivalPlace: Lewiston Purpose: Benefits Lewiston Jazz FestivalSponsorships available: YesContact: Deanna Alterio Brennen, 432-7056

Tops 5K Run/Family Walk & 10K Run to benefit Roswell Park Cancer Institute

Date: Aug. 27, 2011Co- Sponsored by: PepsiMajor sponsors: National Fuel, Bank of America, WIVB and CW-23Time: 9:30 amPlace: TOPS Corporate Office, 6363 Main St., Wil-liamsvillePrice: $20 pre-registration, $25 day ofAudience: 1,000 participantsPurpose: Raise money for cancer research and raise awarenessChairmen: Kathleen Graim , race directorYears held: 4th annualCorporate support: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kathleen Graim, 635-5221

Ride For Roswell Grand Island

Date: Aug. 28, 2011Sponsored by: Roswell Park Cancer InstituteTime: 8 a.m.Place: Grand IslandAudience: 500-1,000Years held: 2Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Jim Costello, 845-3945, [email protected]

SCOTY Golf TournamentDate: Aug. 29, 2011Sponsored by: Greater Niagara Frontier Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaTime: Noon-8 p.m.Place: Wanakah Country ClubAudience: 200Years held: 10Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Tim Smith, 512-6203, [email protected]

Heritage Golf ChallengeDate: Aug. 29, 2011Course: Chautauqua Institution Golf ClubTime: 11:30 a.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $150 Number of golfers: 132Purpose: Fund dementia care programs at Heritage Ministries skilled nursing facilitiesYears held: 10th annualSponsorships available: Yes, hole and prize sponsors ($1,000 each) - included foursome.Contact: Chris Anderson, 487-6873, [email protected]

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center Golf Classic & Auction

Date: Aug. 29, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center Course: Orchard Park Country ClubTime: Noon shotgun startPrice per golfer: $250 Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Supports programs and services at Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center

Sponsorships available: Corporate sponsorships are availableVolunteer help: Yes, volunteer opportunities are availableContact: Carla LiVecchi, 885-8318, ext. 248, [email protected]

Greater Buffalo BOMA Golf Outing

Date: Aug. 29, 2011Sponsored by: Greater Buffalo BOMACourse: Links at Ivy RidgeTime: 10:30 a.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $165 Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Major fundraiser for BOMA and a portion to benefit local charity (TBD).Chairmen: Mike Farrell of Constellation NewEnergy and Mark Messina of National FuelYears held: 17Sponsorships available: BOMA welcomes sponsors at various levels and product/service donations for the auction and raffle Volunteer help: To help with registration and manage contests on the greensContact: Jennifer Aiple, executive director, 856-3801, [email protected]

Drive Against Drugs - Robert E. Rich Memorial Golf Tournament

Date: Aug. 29, 2011Sponsored by: WNY United Course: East Aurora Country ClubTime: 12:30 p.m. shotgun startPrice per golfer: $175 Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Fund evidence-based prevention strategies taught in high-risk schools.Sponsorships available: Three levels of sponsorships available: Gold, 5,000; Silver, $2,000; and Bronze, $800. Contact: Kate Chudoba, 821-7722 ext. 314, [email protected]

Belle Center Golf ClassicDate: Aug. 29, 2011Sponsored by: The Belle Center, Buffalo Course: Arrowhead Golf CourseTime: 11 a.m.Purpose: To benefit youth and families in the Buffalo community Sponsorships available: Yes, various levels Volunteer help: YesContact: Callie Johnson, 845-0485, [email protected]

SeptemberLight The Night Walk

Date: September 2011Sponsored by: The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyMajor sponsors: Wilson FarmsTime: Registration starts at 5 p.m. and walk starts at 7:30 p.m.Place: Delaware ParkAudience: 4,000Purpose: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society‚Äôs Light The Night Walk is a nationwide evening fund-raising walk to celebrate and commemorate lives touched by cancer. Chairmen: Paul and Karen NanulaYears held: 13th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Luann Burgio, 834-2578 ext. 4663, [email protected]

Scouting Popcorn SalesDate: Sept. 1, 2011Sponsored by: Greater Niagara Frontier Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaTime: DailyPlace: Throughout Erie and Niagara countiesPrice: variousAudience: 10,000+Years held: 20+Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Justin King, 512-6209, [email protected]

Aspiring Artists Art & Wine Celebration

Date: Sept. 9, 2011Time: 5-9 p.m.Place: Aspire of WNY offices at 2356 North Forest Road, GetzvillePrice: $25Audience: Art and music lovers, general publicYears held: 8th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Cassandra Donnelly, 505-5514, [email protected]

Niagara County Legislature “Tees Off for United Way”

Date: Sept. 9, 2011Course: Niagara County CourseTime: 11 a.m.Price per golfer: $95 Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Proceeds benefit the United Ways serving Niagara County.Sponsorships available: Theme baskets, event tickets or prizes needed.Volunteer help: Help day of event to watch hole-in-one contest and set up.Contact: Bill Jakobi, 285-8461, [email protected]

Sporting Clays Classic and Top Shot Competition

Date: Sept. 10, 2011Sponsored by: Greater Niagara Frontier Council, Boy Scouts of AmericaTime: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.Place: Tonawanda Sportsmen’s ClubPrice: $200 and team prices available Audience: 150Purpose: Fundraiser to support Scouting programsChairman: Sheriff Timothy HowardYears held: 9Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Herb Schmidt, [email protected] and wnyscouting.org/events

Rockin’ by the RunwayDate: Sept. 10, 2011Sponsored by: Mercy Flight Western New YorkMajor sponsors: Mercy FlightTime: 9 a.m.-9 p.m.Place: Flying Tigers - Buffalo Airport, 100 Amherst Villa Road, BuffaloPrice: FreeAudience: 2,000Purpose: Family event featuring Mercy Flight heli-copters, bounce houses, live music, raffle baskets, games of chance and kids activities with a great view of planes taking off and landing from the airport. Food and beverages are available for a nominal charge.Chairman: Jeffrey MendolaYears held: 4th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Jeffrey Mendola, 626-4100 ext. 314, [email protected]

Thunder of Niagara Air ShowDate: Sept. 10-11, 2011Sponsored by: 914th Airlift Wing, Niagara Falls Air Reserve StationPlace: Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station Price: FreePurpose: Honors the first responders on the 10th anniversary of Sept. 11th and U.S. military Contact: thunderoverniagara.com

Kids Escaping Drugs Golf Tournament - M&T Bank Pro-Am Invitational

Date: Sept. 12, 2011Sponsored by: Kids Escaping DrugsMajor sponsors: M&T BankTime: Noon shotgun startPlace: Transit Valley Country ClubPrice per golfer: $1,200 per foursome; $300 per golferNumber of golfers: 96Purpose: Each year WNY pro golfers team up on the fairway to play in the M&T Bank Pro Am Invitational to raise money for and promote awareness of the Kids Escaping Drugs Campaign benefitting Renaissance Campus.Chairmen: Paul Nasca, Paul Gugino, Peter John CertoYears held: 24th annual

Sponsorships available: Several sponsorship levels availableVolunteers needed: YesContact: Christina Kruzer, 827-9462, [email protected]

Schmitt Sales Golf Tournament

Date: Sept. 12, 2011Sponsored by: Schmitt SalesTime: Noon tee offPrice: $240 per golfer, $960 foursomePlace: Fox Valley Country ClubPurpose: Proceeds go to the YMCAs Strong Kids Scholarship fund for children to attend YMCA summer campYears held: 8th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Anne Reif, 276-5978

Women of DistinctionDate: Sept. 13, 2011Sponsored by: Girl Scouts of Western New YorkAudience: 500Purpose: Honors 2011 Women of DistinctionYears held: 2Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Amy Johnson, 935-6030, [email protected]

Challenge 2011Date: Sept. 15, 2011Sponsored by: Southeast WorksMajor sponsors: M&T Bank, Bank of America, DWC MechanicalTime: 5:30 p.m.Place: Salvatore’s Italian GardensPrice: $60 Audience: 300Purpose: Dinner with live and silent auction to benefit Southeast Works.Chairman: R.J. Vanner Jr.Years held: 12th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Amanda Baumler, 683-7100 ext 212, [email protected]

97 Rock Make-A-Wish Radio-thon

Date: Sept. 15, 2011Sponsored by: Make-A-Wish Foundation of WNY, WGRF-FM, Buffalo’s 97 RockYears held: 17th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Tina Chaudhry, 810-9474 ext. 12, [email protected]

Winds, Waves & Wines XIIDate: Sept. 15, 2011Sponsored by: Aquarium of NiagaraTime: 6-9 p.m.Place: Conference Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St., Niagara FallsPrice: $55 each or $100 per couplePurpose: Money raised benefits the Aquarium of NiagaraYears held: 12Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Gay Molnar, 716-285-3575 ext. 204

NFJC Walk for CommUNITYDate: Sept. 17, 2011Sponsored by: The National Federation for Just Com-munities of WNY Inc.Time: NoonPlace: Lincoln Parkway/ Albright-Knox Art GalleryAudience: 800 Purpose: For more information, go to nfjcwny.orgYears held: 14Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Rene Petties-Jones, 853-9596, [email protected]

Amherst Police Foundation Golf Invitational

Date: Sept. 19, 2011Sponsored by: Amherst Police Foundation Course: Country Club of BuffaloTime: 11 a.m.Price per golfer: $1,500 per foursome

Number of golfers: 144Purpose: Technical advancements for the Amherst Police Department and scholarships for officers attending advanced training.Years held: 8th annualSponsorships available: Corporate sponsors are encouraged to sponsor a foursome which includes advertising, lunch, golf and awards dinner.Contact: Michael Torrillo, 689-1344, [email protected]

Plate ExpectationsDate: Sept. 21, 2011Sponsored by: Meals on Wheels Foundation of WNYTime: 6 p.m.Place: TBDPurpose: Proceeds benefit Meals on WheelsSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kathleen Zastrow, 822-2002, [email protected]

Step Up for AutismDate: Sept. 24, 2011Sponsored by: TRC Foundation and The Resource CenterLocation: The Resource Center, 200 Dunham Ave., JamestownTime: 9:30 a.m.Price: $20Audience: 250Purpose: Raise funds to provide social skills training to youths with autismChairmen: Tess Kerzner, Victoria Trass BardoYears held: 2Sponsorships available: From $250 to $5,000Volunteer help: Volunteers neededContact: Vicky Bardo, 661-1477; trc-foundation.org/stepupforautism

Fall Shoreline SweepDate: Sept. 24, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Niagara RiverkeeperTime: VariesPlace: Various locations along the waterfrontPrice: FreeAudience: 1,500Purpose: Volunteer event to clean up local shorelinesYears held: 8Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: To help clean up area waterways and parksContact: Kerri Li, 852-7483, ext. 11, [email protected]

Camp Good Days Fashion Show

Date: Sept. 25, 2011Sponsored by: Camp Good Days & Special TimesTime: Noon-4 p.m.Place: Salvatore’s Italian Gardens RestaurantPrice: $35 Audience: 400Purpose: Fashions modeled by Camp Good Days children and families. Luncheon includes auctions, door prizes and raffles.Chairmen: Gerry LedermanYears held: 5Contact: Lisa Donato, 206-0709, [email protected]

Heartlight GalaDate: Sept. 30, 2011Sponsoring oganization: Child and Family ServicesMajor Sponsors: CTG, BlueCross BlueShield, Eric Mower & AssociatesTime: 6:30 p.m.Place: Mary Seaton Room, Kleinhans Music HallPrice: $145 per personPurpose: Benefits the 40-plus programs that CFS offers our communityChairman: Wende and Trevor StevensonYears held: 13th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Michelle Kij, 335-7233, [email protected]

OctoberHarvest Festival

Date: Oct. 1-2, 2011Sponsored by: Cradle Beach CampTime: 11 a.m.Place: Cradle Beach CampPrice: $1 - $10

Audience: 1,000Purpose: Raise money for programs at Cradle BeachSponsorships available: Sponsorships, donations, raffle itemsVolunteers needed: YesContact: Diane Martorana, 549-6307 ext. 201

Buffalo Museum of Science 150th Gala

Date: Oct. 1, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Museum of ScienceMajor sponsors: Turner ConstructionTime: 6:30-11:30 p.m.Place: Buffalo Museum of SciencePrice: $150 per ticketAudience: 21 and overPurpose: Celebration of the past, present and future of the Buffalo Museum of Science to honor 150 years. Chairmen: Bob and Frances GencoSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Erin Collins, 896-5200 ext. 385, [email protected]

Springville Oktoberfest & German Car Show

Date: Oct. 1, 2011Sponsored by: Springville Area Chamber of CommerceTime: 2-10 p.m.Place: Springvile Fireman’s Park, Waverly Street, SpringvillePrice: FreePurpose: Fundraiser for the chamber’s local schol-arships and business-development programsChairmen: Jeanne Ellis and Kate MoodyYears held: 6Sponsorships available: Six tier-levels availableVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kate Moody, 592-4746, [email protected]

Ride For Roswell Boston HillsDate: Oct. 8, 2011Sponsored by: Roswell Park Cancer InstituteTime: 8 a.m.Place: Chestnut Ridge ParkAudience: 500-1,000Years held: 2Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Jim Costello, 845-3945, [email protected]

Corks and ForksDate: Oct. 13, 2011Sponsored by: Heritage CentersTime: 6 p.m.Place: Hyatt Regency BuffaloAudience: 500Years held: 5th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Sue Navarro, 856-4202 ext 228, [email protected]

Harvest FestivalDate: Oct. 14, 2011Sponsored by: Hospice Foundation of Western New YorkMajor sponsors: Buffalo Bills, First Niagara BankTime: 6 p.m.Place: Adam’s Mark BuffaloPrice: $200 Audience: 900Purpose: Premier event for the Hospice Foundation which includes wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres, auction and dinner.Years held: 11th annualSponsorships available: YesContact: Laura Brann, 686-8090, [email protected]

Working Toward a Day Without Pain Gala

Date: Oct. 15, 2011Sponsored by: Column of Hope - Chiari & Syringo-myelia Research FoundationMajor sponsors: The Kane Firm, Gynecologic Oncology Associate of WNY, Waring Financial Group, Emerling Auto Dealers, Plastic Bottles Inc. Time: 6-11p.m.Place: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPrice: $120 per ticketAudience: 300

Purpose: Raise funds for medical research of Chiari malformation, syringomyelia, neuropathic pain, spinal cord injury and related disorders.Chairmen: Barbara and Mark KaneYears held: 9th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Mark Kane, 633-7022, [email protected]

Beechwood/Blocher Foundation Auction and Food Extravaganza

Date: Oct. 15, 2011Sponsored by: Beechwood Continuing CareTime: 6:30 p.m.Place: Beechwood Homes, 2235 Millersport Highway, GetzvillePrice: $65 Audience: 300Years held: 15Sponsorships available: YesContact: Cheryl Wasson, 810-7370, [email protected]

SASi CelebrationDate: Oct. 15, 2011Sponsored by: Suburban Adult Services Inc.Major sponsors: M&T Bank, Upstate Pharmacy, KeyBankTime: 5:30-10 p.m.Place: Kleinhans Music HallPrice: $115 Audience: 200Purpose: Private cocktail reception in the Mary Seton room and concert tickets to Kleinhans. Proceeds benefit individuals with developmental disabilities in Western New York.Chairmen: Kevin WeberYears held: 15Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Lynn Kelly, 805-1555, [email protected]

Halloween SpooktacularDate: Oct. 21, 2011Sponsored by: Herschell Carrousel Factory MuseumTime: 5:30-8 p.m.Place: Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, North TonawandaPrice: $8 child, $2 adultAudience: 200Purpose: A non-scary event especially for young families – games, crafts, treats and entertainmentYears held: 20Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Rae Proefrock, 693-1885, [email protected]

ECMC Lifeline Foundation WNY Runs for Heroes 5k Run and Healthwalk

Date: Oct.15, 2011Sponsored by: ECMC Lifeline FoundationTime: 10 a.m.Place: Parkside Lodge at Delaware ParkPrice: $20 Pre-registration, $22 day of, $5 for children under 12Audience: AllPurpose: Benefits patient care programs at Erie County medical Center Chairmen: Robert HollidaySponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: Day of for registration, course, traffic, setup and takedownContact: Debi Jamieson, 898-5800, [email protected]

Galleria of TreatsDate: Oct. 27, 2011Sponsored by: Kids Escaping DrugsTime: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.Place: Walden GalleriaPrice: $1 pre-sale/$2 day-of eventAudience: 8,000+Purpose: Safe and fun trick-or-treat environment for kids of all ages. Proceeds benefit Kids Escaping Drugs. Years held: 17th annualSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Christina Kruzer, 827-9462, [email protected]

November

JA Stock Market ChallengeDate: November 2011Sponsored by: M&T BankMajor sponsors: HSBC, Greatbatch, Tops, Merrill LynchTime: 10 a.m. for students; 5 p.m. for adultsPlace: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPurpose: Experience the highs and lows of the stock market at this fast-paced, high-tech event that simulates the stock trading floor.Years held: 3Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Diane Gardner, 853-1381, [email protected]

A Vintage Affair, wine tasting and auction

Date: November 2011Sponsored by: American Red Cross, Greater Buffalo ChapterTime: 6-9:30 p.m.Place: Red Cross headquarters, 786 Delaware Ave., BuffaloPrice: $50 Audience: 150Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kara Hite, 878-2235, [email protected]

Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper Birthday Bash

Date: November 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Niagara RiverkeeperPlace: Pearl Street Grill & BreweryAudience: 250Purpose: To celebrate our local waterYears held: 3Sponsorships available: YesContact: Tricia Furnari, 852-7483, ext. 13, [email protected]

Le Masquerade CompeerDate: Nov. 5, 2011Sponsored by: Compeer of Greater Buffalo Inc.Major sponsors: R&P Oak Hill Development, PAETEC CommunicationsTime: 6 p.m.-midnightPlace: Hyatt Regency BuffaloPrice: $125 individual ticket; $1,000 table of 10Purpose: Raise funds for Compeer for Kids Mentoring ProgramYears held: 15 yearsCorporate support: Sponsorships availableVolunteers needed: YesContact: Betsy Gemerek, [email protected]

Treasure IslandDate: Nov. 5, 2011Sponsored by: Medina Health Care Foundation - Orleans Community HealthTime: 5:30 p.m.Place: Sacred Heart Club ,189 N. Gravel Road, MedinaPrice: $30 Audience: 200Purpose: Fun, food, games and auctionsChairmen: Candy SchoenleYears held: 17Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Candy Schoenle, 585-798-8426, [email protected]

Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - 175th Anniversary Gala

Date: Nov. 5, 2011Sponsored by: Library Foundation of Buffalo & Erie County Time: 6-11 p.m.Place: Downtown Central Library of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library Price: $175 per personPurpose: Raise funds for public library system materials and servicesYears held: First timeSponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Joy Testa Cinquino, 716-858-7182, [email protected], buffalolib.org

Niagara Floral Center Thanksgiving Floral Sale

Date: Nov. 8, 2011

Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraMajor sponsors: KeyBank, Ingram MicroPlace: Pick-up orders: Wed., Nov. 23, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 107 Heath St., LockportPrice: Varies, custom orders acceptedPurpose: Benefits training/horticulture therapy for people with developmental disabilitiesSponsorships available: Sponsors and locations for cart sales/pre-sales. Delivery may be available for large orders in Niagara and Erie counties.Volunteers needed: Organize pre-salesContact: Bob Bracikowski, 504-2617 ext. 244, [email protected]

40 Under Forty Awards Luncheon

Date: Nov. 10, 2011Sponsored by: Business FirstMajor sponsors: Citizens BankTime: 11:30 a.m.Place: Buffalo Niagara Convention CenterPurpose: Honor 40 people under the age of 40 for work and community serviceContact: Kim Schaus, 541-1656, [email protected]

Evening of Arts & Entertainment

Date: Nov. 11, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraTime: Art show/reception 5-7 p.m., talent show 7:15Place: Niagara Falls High School, 4455 Porter Road, Niagara FallsAudience: 300Purpose: Features the talents of individuals with developmental disabilities through song, dance, theater and fine arts. Years held: 4Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Kristen Cook, 297-6400, [email protected]

National Philanthropy Day Luncheon

Date: Nov. 16, 2011Sponsored by: Association of Fundraising Profes-sionalsTime: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.Price: $50Audience: 500Purpose: Annual celebration of benevolent donations of time, talent and treasure that acknowledges indi-viduals and organizations whose lifetime or long-term achievements have made a significant impact on the WNY community.Chairman: Lynsey ZimdahlYears held: 26th anniversary of NPD National ProgramSponsorships available: Programs ads and spon-sorship opportunities range from presenting sponsor $5,000, $1,000 patron table $1,000 and program ads starting at $125Volunteers needed: YesContact: Patricia Milibrand, 878-2350, [email protected]

Niagara Floral Center Holiday Poinsettia, Wreath & More Sale

Date: Nov. 17, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraMajor sponsors: KeyBank, Ingram MicroPlace: Pick-up orders: Dec. 2: 8:30 a.m,-4:30 p.m. 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield; 9 a.m.-4p.m. 107 Heath St., Lockport; Dec. 3: 8:30 a.m.-noon, 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield Price: Varies, custom orders also acceptedPurpose: Benefits training/horticulture therapy for people with developmental disabilitiesSponsorships available: Sponsors and locations for cart sales/pre-orders. Delivery may be available for large orders in Niagara and Erie countiesVolunteers needed: Organize pre-salesContact: Bob Bracikowski, 504-2617 ext. 244, [email protected]

Niagara Floral Center Ring-a-Ling Home & Interiors Christmas Basket Auction

Date: Nov. 17, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraMajor sponsors: KeyBank, Ingram MicroTime: 2-8 p.m.Place: 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., WheatfieldPrice: $10

Audience: 300Purpose: Benefits training/horticulture therapy for people with developmental disabilitiesYears held: 1Sponsorships available: YesContact: Bob Bracikowski, 504-2617 ext. 244, [email protected]

Buffalo Urban League Annual Gala

Date: Nov. 19, 2011Sponsored by: Buffalo Urban League Time: 6 p.m.Place: Adam’s Mark BuffaloPrice: $100Audience: 1,200Purpose: FundraiserChairmen: Eunice LewinYears held: 14 yearsSponsorships available: YesContact: Pam Arbogast, 716-250-2424

Lunch with Santa and Santa on the Carousel

Date: Nov. 26, Dec. 3, Dec. 10, Dec. 17, 2011Sponsored by: Herschell Carrousel Factory MuseumMajor sponsors: Time: 11 a.m.Place: Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, North TonawandaPrice: $8 lunchAudience: 75-150Years held: 3Sponsorships available: YesVolunteers needed: YesContact: Rae Proefrock, 693-1885, [email protected]

DecemberOpportunities Unlimited Gift Wrap Booth

Date: Dec. 2-24, 2011Sponsored by: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara FoundationTime: Open during mall hours Place: Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, 1900 Military Road, Niagara FallsPrice: Depends on package sizePurpose: Benefits Opportunities Unlimited of NiagaraContact: opportunitiesunlimited.org

Light-A-Life Memorial TreeDate: Dec. 3, 2011Sponsored by: Hospice Foundation of Western New YorkMajor sponsors: CTG, M&T BankTime: 4:30-5 p.m.Price: Open to the CommunityAudience: 500Years held: 22Sponsorships available: YesContact: Laura Brann, 686-8090, [email protected]

Holiday Gift WrapDate: Dec. 10, 2011Sponsored by: Meals on Wheels for WNYTime: Mall business hoursPlace: Walden Galleria Purpose: Proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels for WNYVolunteers needed: Wrap giftsContact: Debora Frank, 822-2002, [email protected]

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