Barbara's Friends Race for Hope
November 7, 2009
Treat your family to a day full of fun at
Lakes Park! This day will feature a 5k run/walk, great for all ages! Proceeds will benefit
Barbara's Friends - The Children's Hospital Cancer Fund. For more
information or to get involved, call the Foundation office at
239-985-3550.
An Evening with Don Shula
November
12, 2009
Coach Don Shula will make a very special private appearance to speak to the Southwest Florida business community about leadership and building a winning team. Mr. Shula will also take questions from guests about his "Perfect Season" and the state of the NFL today. This first-class event features cocktails and hors d'œuvres,
a full gourmet dinner and a silent and live auction with incredible
experiences and memorabilia from the sports and entertainment world, as
well as trips, travel and culinary packages. Benefitting cancer
treatment for low-income women, this exclusive event at Shula's
Steakhouse in Naples is a must for anyone looking to network with highly
affluent decision-makers in our area. For more information, please call
239-985-3550, click here to get a
sneak peek at some of the high-end auction items, and
click
here to purchase tickets now!
Financial Planning Seminar
November
17, 2009
Speakers David Platt, Michael Miller, and
Terry Igo inform the public on important tax and estate issues in a free
Financial Planning Seminar. Lee Memorial Health System Foundation
presents these free seminars as a community service for you to learn
about changes in Federal Tax Law, Trust & Estate Planning and documents
and tax saving strategies. Seminar takes place at the Sanibel Community
Association from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Reservations are required and can be
made by calling 239-985-3550.
Financial Planning Seminar
November
18, 2009
Speakers A. Scott White, Craig Folk, &
Lowell Schoenfeld inform the public on important tax and estate issues
in a free Financial Planning Seminar. Lee Memorial Health System
Foundation presents these free seminars as a community service for you
to learn about changes in Federal Tax Law, Trust & Estate Planning and
documents and tax saving strategies. Seminar takes place at the
HealthPark Medical Center Meeting Room #1B from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling 239-985-3550.
Teddy Bear Tea
November 27 & 28, 2009
The Bay House Restaurant in Naples will be
hosting the Teddy Bear Tea, with wonderful food, beverages and auction
to benefit Barbara's Friends - The Children's Hospital Cancer Fund.
Tables are $200. To make reservations or for more information please
call the Foundation Office at 239-985-3550.
Save 20-50% on your Holiday Shopping &
Support The Children's Hospital
November
2009 - TBD
Belk Department Store at Gulf Coast Town
Center is offering 20-50% off most items on one Saturday in November (date
to follow). You must purchase a $5 ticket to receive your discount, but
you receive the $5 off your first purchase, so your ticket is free! For
more information call 239-985-3550.
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An Evening of Appreciation (By Invitation Only)
December 1, 2009
This special evening celebrates and pays
gratitude to the many donors who make cumulative gifts of $1,000 or more
annually to support Lee Memorial Health System. Guests will enjoy
complimentary refreshments, dinner and much more at this invitation only
event. Watch for your invitation!
Holly Ball
December 9, 2009
Join us at The Landings Helm Club for the
Inaugural Holly Ball. There will be food, music and wine provided by
Barefoot Wine, and a live and silent auction with wonderful items. Event
proceeds will benefit the Regional Cancer Center. Tickets are $125. For
more information or to reserve your seats call the Foundation Office at
239-985-3550.
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JANUARY 2010 |
Financial Planning Seminar
January 19, 2010
Learn about the changes in federal tax
laws, tax-saving strategies, the importance of Florida Homestead and
more at this financial planning seminar from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The
presenters will be Lowell Schoenfeld of Green, Schoenfeld, & Kyle, LLP;
A. Scott White of Scott White Advisors; and Craig Folk of Miller, Helms
& Folk, P.A. and will be at HealthPark, in Meeting Room 1B. Reservations
are required and can be made by calling 239-985-3550.
Barbara's Friends 15th Anniversary
Celebration
January 31, 2010
Join Barbara's Friends donors and The
Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida supporters alike at the
International Design Studio in Estero from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. in
celebrating the 15th anniversary of Barbara's Friends - The Children's
Hospital Cancer Fund. Enjoy this milestone celebration with food,
singing and dance performances by kids, and an auction hosted by
honorary chairs Sandy Stilwell & Harry Silverglide. Tickets are $100 and
can be purchased by calling the Foundation office at 239-985-3550.
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FEBRUARY 2010 |
A Giving Heart for Cancer Fashion Show &
Luncheon
February 4, 2010
Join us for the 2nd Annual "A Giving Heart
for Cancer" Fashion Show and Luncheon. Lee Memorial Health System
Foundation partners with Tanger Outlets to feature a fashion show,
luncheon, exciting auctions and drawings! Awards are presented to
members of the community who have played a role in reshaping cancer care
in our community. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased by calling the
Foundation at 239-985-3550.
Financial Planning Seminar
February 23, 2010
Learn about the changes in federal tax
laws, tax-saving strategies, the importance of Florida Homestead and
more at this financial planning seminar from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The
presenters will be Lowell Schoenfeld of Green, Schoenfeld, & Kyle, LLP;
A. Scott White of Scott White Advisors; and Craig Folk of Miller, Helms
& Folk, P.A. and will be at HealthPark, in Meeting Room 1B. Reservations
are required and can be made by calling 239-985-3550.
Minnesota Twins Celebrity Golf Tournament
February 25, 2010
Join the Minnesota Twins players and honorary chairperson Bert Blyleven for the
12th annual golf tournament to benefit the Regional Cancer Center. Please call 239-985-3550 for advanced sponsorships and entry information.
Boston Red Sox Tee Party
February 25, 2010
Join Boston Red Sox players, major league greats and other sports celebrities at the Boston Tee Party - the kickoff to the Boston Red Sox Celebrity Classic. This event will benefit the Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida.
Click here to
view the 2010 brochure OR
click here to
become a sponsor or register for the event! Please call 239-985-3550 to be a part of this event.
17th Annual Boston Red Sox Celebrity
Classic
February 26, 2010
Join Boston Red Sox players, major league
greats and other sports celebrities at the 17th annual golf tournament
to benefit the Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida.
Click here to view the 2010
brochure OR
click here to
become a sponsor or register for the event! Please call 239-985-3550 to be a part of this event.
Northern Trust Southwest Florida Winefest
February
26 & 27, 2010
A spectacular two-day event for wine
enthusiasts who enjoy coming together each year to support The
Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. Exquisite vintner dinners will
take place in private homes from North Fort Myers to Naples, Bonita
Springs to Captiva Island, followed the next day by a Grand Tasting &
Auction beachside at Miromar Lakes Beach & Golf Club. For more
information and tickets, please call 239-432-9722.
35th Annual Greek Fest
February 26, 27, & 28, 2010
The Greek Fest offers something for the
entire family. Enjoy authentic Greek food, drink, dancing, live music,
rides, games and more at the annual Greek Festival sponsored by
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 8210 Cypress Lake Drive in Fort
Myers. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Children's
Hospital of Southwest Florida. For more information, call the church at
481-2099 or visit
www.greekfestfortmyers.com.
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MARCH
2010 |
Celebrity Tennis Day
March 5 & 6, 2010
Come out and join former tennis touring professionals in clinics, Pro Am matches, an exhibition and social activities at the High-Rises at Bonita Bay. This event will begin at 8:30a.m. and all festivities will run through 9p.m. Proceeds from this event will benefit Barbara's Friends - The Children's Hospital Cancer Fund. For more information or to register please call (239) 495-3573.
13th Annual Diamond Dinner
March 10, 2010
Bring your family and join representatives from the 2004 & 2007 World Series Champions Boston Red Sox and their families for a fun-filled evening on the field at City of Palms Park. A player panel discussion, silent auction and dinner provided by Outback Steakhouse round out this exciting event. Proceeds benefit The Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. For pre-registration and sponsorship information, please call 239-985-3550.
6th Annual Barbara's Friends Charity Classic Presented by Lexington Country Club and The Florida Everblades
March 2010 - TBD
Join the Florida Everblades at Lexington Golf and Country Club for the
7th Annual Barbara's Friends Charity Classic. This event promises prizes, a silent auction, lunch buffet and cocktail extravaganza, with net proceeds benefiting Barbara's Friends, The Children's Hospital Cancer Fund. Please call 239-437-0404 for registration and sponsorship information.
10th Annual Sanibel-Captiva Cares Island
Celebration of the Arts
March 21, 2010
Sanibel-Captiva Cares formed in 2000 when a group of island mothers, impressed by the care a local child received during a cancer treatment, banded together to help The Children's Hospital. Now in it's
tenth year, Sanibel-Captiva Cares continues to improve the quality of children's health care in Southwest Florida. Please call 239-985-3550 to become a benefactor or patron of the arts.
Rockabye Collier
March 2010 - TBD
Waterside Shops along with Stock Development
cordially invite you to rock from the rooftop at the first ever Rockabye
Collier. An unforgettable evening dedicated to the health and well-being
of our community's tiniest babies beginning with sunset over the Gulf,
dinner provided by the restaurants of Waterside Shops dancing to classic
rock and roll, an inventive drawing of prizes donated by the Waterside
Shops retailers and a "Give to Give" auction. To become a sponsor or for
more information call 239-985-3550.
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APRIL
2010 |
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MAY
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Ryan
McCleskey Redfish Challenge
May 2010 - TBD
A challenge for a great cause -
to build awareness of Lee Memorial Health System's Foundation and to
assist the children of Southwest Florida in their personal battles with
pediatric oncology. Proceeds raised will benefit Barbara's Friends - The
Children's Hospital Cancer Fund in honor of Ryan McCleskey who lost his
battle with cancer and was an avid fisherman. Call the Foundation at
239-985-3550 for more information, or visit www.ryanmccleskeyredfishchallenge.com.
NFL "Evening with the Stars"
May 2010 - TBD
This is one event you won't want
to miss! It includes cocktails, culinary creations, and former NFL
greats! Also features an auction with autographed sports memorabilia and
other great items! To purchase tickets or to get involved, please call
the Foundation office at 239-985-3550.
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JUNE
2010 |
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JULY
2010 |
8th Annual David Lee Root Jr. Memorial Fishing Tournament
July 2010 - TBD
Sign up now for the 8th Annual David Lee Root, Jr. Memorial Fishing Tournament and catch and release for a good cause! Enjoy more than big fish...there's a big pig too. The hog roast follows the weigh in, along with prizes, a 50/50 and chance drawings, and ten winning slots for biggest fish. All proceeds will benefit the Trauma Center at Lee Memorial Hospital. Call Dave and Debbie at
239-282-9122 for more information.
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AUGUST
2010 |
Rumrunners Celebrity Chef Night
August 2010 - TBD
Join us at Rumrunners, Southwest Florida's premier waterfront restaurant, and take in the tastes of fine cuisine prepared by celebrity chefs including Todd Johnson & Ralph Centalonza from Rumrunners,
Norman Love from Norman Love Confections and other favorite local
restaurants as we kick off the Cat Country "Helping Kids with Cancer" Radiothon.
Tickets are $125 per person. For more information or to make reservations, please call 239-985-3550.
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SEPTEMBER 2010 |
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OCTOBER
2010 |
Lexington Cares
October 2010 - TBD
Join us for a 5K Run/Walk on the Golf Course
to benefit the Breast Health Center of the Regional Cancer Center. Race
starts and finishes at the Lexington Country Club Clubhouse at 16257
Willowcrest Way in Fort Myers. Pre-entry is $25 and Race Day Fee pricing
is $30. Awards will be given out after the event and results will also
be posted! For more information, call Lexington at
239-437-0404.
9th Annual Cat Country "Helping Kids with
Cancer" Radiothon
October 2010 - TBD
This Radiothon benefits The Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida. It will be broadcast live from Miromar
Outlet Mall, 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. All proceeds will benefit
Barbara's Friends - The Children's Hospital Cancer Fund. To make
a pledge on the day of Radiothon OR if you want to make a pledge in
advance or receive more information call 1-866-609-KIDS (5437). For more
information, please call the Foundation office at 239-985-3550.
9th Annual Saks Fifth Avenue Key to the
Cure
October 2010 - TBD
Join us for a preview of the hottest fall &
holiday fashions and beauty products from some of the world's most
exclusive brands as Saks Fifth Avenue Bell Tower kicks off its 9th
Annual Key to The Cure!
Saks will host a four-day event to benefit
women's cancer (breast, ovarian, uterine, cervical) research, prevention
and treatment. The event will take place at the Saks Fifth Avenue
located at the Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers. Please call the
Foundation office for more information at 239-985-3550.
Pink Tie Blues Event
October 2010 - TBD
Join us for the 2nd Annual Pink Tie Blues
Event, to benefit the Regional Cancer Center. This event will include
food, music, silent & live auctions, and the chance to bid on ties and
scarves painted and designed by local artists. For more information, please call
239-985-3550.
Breakfast with the Blades
October
2010 - TBD
Join us with guest host for a full
hot breakfast and a chance to meet and get autographs from the area's
hottest hockey stars! This private event also includes a fantastic live
and silent auction featuring one-of-a-kind sports memorabilia, luxury
trips and MORE! Tickets
are $100 for adults, $50 for children under 12 (limited seating is
available). For more information or to purchase tickets, please call the
Foundation office at 239-985-3550. Part of The Children's
Hospital/Boston Red Sox celebrity event series.
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