Friday, May 29, 2009
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D.A.R.E. fundraiser
Roanoke police are partnering with Schwan's to send children to D.A.R.E. Camp. A portion of Schwan's sales at two locations today will go toward this project. The police department also is seeking donations to send children to camp; $125 will pay for one child to attend the four-day camp.
When: Today
Where: Roanoke Civic Center parking lot, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; lower level Towers Shopping Center, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; online at www.schwans.com
Contact: Aisha Johnson, 853-6884
Carilion volunteers
Carilion Clinic is looking for volunteers for positions including hospitality, gift shop and information desks. Volunteers must commit to four hours, one day a week.
Contact: 981-7819
Relay for Life
Raise awareness and money for cancer research through this annual event sponsored by the American Cancer Society.
When: Today, Green Hill Park, Roanoke; today, Buchanan Carnival Grounds; today, Christiansburg High School; today, Randolph Park, Pulaski; June 6, Jackson River Recreation/Sport Complex, Covington; June 12, Fieldale-Collinsville Middle School; June 19, Salem High School; June 26, Franklin County High School; June 26, Giles County High School; July 17, Floyd County High School
Information: www.relayforlife.org
Golf tournament
The Roanoke Police Department will hold its annual golf tournament to benefit Special Olympics Virginia. Money also will be raised to benefit injured Officer Bryan Lawrence.
When: Saturday
Where: Ashley Plantation
Cost: $240 for a team of four; includes breakfast, lunch and carts and greens fees.
Contact: Lt. R.S. Kahl, 853-2085.
