Posts Tagged ‘donations’

BigGayHudsonValley.com's PROs Mixer: Food Drive for ARCS

Thursday, October 11th, 2012

Big Gay Hudson Valley.com’s PROS Mixers are about networking the region’s LGBTQ community and our allies to create new connections.

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** SPECIAL CANNED FOOD DRIVE EDITION **
Please help us to stock the food pantries of our friends at Hudson Valley ARCS. Bring along a nonperishable food item with you and give to those less fortunate.

_____________________________________________________Happening each and every month at the Out Bar, located at 206 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, come join your community for a beverage so that you can unwind after a busy day of work.

As Poughkeepsie’s newest dedicated gay bar, The Out Bar’s newly renovated interior and open-air backyard terrace is a bright & shining gem in the continued revitalization of Poughkeepsie’s Main Street corridor.

Please help us to determine how many to anticipate, please RSVP in advance on Facebook. Also, please help us to spread the word to any colleagues in the region that you feel would benefit from this networking opportunity.

We look forward to seeing you at the Out Bar in Poughkeepsie!

BigGayHudsonValley.com's PROs Mixer: Food Drive for ARCS

Thursday, October 11th, 2012

Big Gay Hudson Valley.com’s PROS Mixers are about networking the region’s LGBTQ community and our allies to create new connections.

_____________________________________________________
** SPECIAL CANNED FOOD DRIVE EDITION **
Please help us to stock the food pantries of our friends at Hudson Valley ARCS. Bring along a nonperishable food item with you and give to those less fortunate.

_____________________________________________________

Happening each and every month at the Out Bar, located at 206 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, come join your community for a beverage so that you can unwind after a busy day of work.

As Poughkeepsie’s newest dedicated gay bar, The Out Bar’s newly renovated interior and open-air backyard terrace is a bright & shining gem in the continued revitalization of Poughkeepsie’s Main Street corridor.

Please help us to determine how many to anticipate, please RSVP in advance on Facebook. Also, please help us to spread the word to any colleagues in the region that you feel would benefit from this networking opportunity.

We look forward to seeing you at the Out Bar in Poughkeepsie!

Enter the drawing for a week's stay in Antigua!

Tuesday, October 9th, 2012

Help ARCS raise more funds to help our clients by purchasing a raffle ticket for just $10 or 3 for $20. The grand prize is a 8-day, 7-night stay for up to 4 people at the Verandah, an Elite Island Resorts property on Antigua! Only 500 tickets will be sold. The grand prize drawing will be held at our Harvest of Hope Charity Ball, at 10:00 pm on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at Whitby Castle. To enter to win, visit www.arcs.org/charityball_raffle_order.php.

CONDITIONS & RESTRICTIONS

This offer does not include airfare to the resort. Winner is responsible for all travel expenses, meals, membership fee, and applicable taxes. Not redeemable for cash value. Subject to availability, terms and conditions.

About the Verandah

The Verandah Resort & Spa provides a stunning setting for romance, family fun and sumptuous indulgence. Nestled along Antigua’s pristine northeast coast, this eco-friendly luxury resort encompasses 30 spectacular beachfront acres traversed by hiking trails and bordered by Devil’s Bridge National Park with its dramatic landmark rock arch.

Kayak, snorkel, windsurf or even swim in the tranquil waters of the resort’s two reef-sheltered beaches and discover eco-adventures at the resort and around the island. The adventures are yours to choose from.

Unwind at the island’s largest free-form swimming pool or indulge in rejuvenating and exotic treatments at the resort’s signature Spa Tranquility or work out in a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Kids enjoy supervised activities at the resort’s dedicated Kid’s Club, featuring its own pool and climbing adventure, while teens gather for volleyball and other fun-filled activities.

You’ll have your choice of restaurants – both casual and gourmet. Inviting bars, live entertainment and a mini-cinema also vie for your attention.

Whether you want to be active or simply soak in the natural beauty, The Verandah Resort & Spa is your place to relax, reconnect and share new experiences.

Halloween Spooktacular

Friday, September 28th, 2012

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Get all the details on the 3rd Annual Halloween Spooktacular here. Tickets are just $40 for THREE events all in one night: a VIP dessert reception, an evening of cabaret with Tom Judson, and a costume contest/dance party at the Out Bar! There are only 100 VIP tickets so make sure to get yours today.

Dress to impress! We’re holding a costume contest at midnight at the Out Bar with over $400 in cash prizes to give away, so it’s time to get started on your Halloween costume.

Plus, if you’re attending our Harvest of Hope Charity Ball on November 3, 2012, you’ll receive FREE entry to the Spooktacular!

www.arcs.org/halloween.php

Harvest of Hope Charity Ball

Friday, September 28th, 2012

HOH_logo_2012ARCS celebrates ten years of our signature gala with a journey to the “Vineyards and Vistas” of wine country for the Harvest of Hope Charity Ball! Join us on Saturday, November 3rd at Whitby Castle in Rye, NY for an elegant evening of dancing, fine food, silent and live auctions, and an array of desserts.

This year’s Hearts for ARCS Award recipients are Carla Ramos, creator of the Hairdressers’ Disco Ball and Fantasy Hair Show, and Alan Shapiro from Philips Nizer who is a frequent donor and advocate for our emergency food closets.

Tickets are $150 per person, or you can gather a group of 10 and purchase a full table for just $1,250 before October 19th.  Tickets are now on sale here. Watch for an upcoming preview of our silent auction items.

You can also call (914) 785-8283 to make a donation for our auctions or to find out more information.

Cupcake Sale to Benefit ARCS

Thursday, September 27th, 2012
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Just one of 9 specially-chosen flavors you can order!

From Halloween to Thanksgiving, ARCS is partnering with JJ’s Rockin Cupcakes to bring you moist, delicious, fresh cupcakes! One-third of your purchase price benefits ARCS so you can feel good while your taste buds go wild.

JJ’s will be delivering cupcakes by special order to our Kingston and Poughkeepsie offices in November, just in time for Thanksgiving celebrations. Or, pick them up on October 27th at our Halloween Spooktacular for a frighteningly tasty treat.

Download the order form now and turn it it with your payment, or visit our website and order online via PayPal!

If you won’t be able to get to our Kingston or Poughkeepsie offices, email us or give us a call at (914)785-8283 and we’ll do what we can to get those yummy cupcakes to you.

JUST ANNOUNCED: we’ll be making a special run from our Poughkeepsie office to our Hawthorne office, so if you’re in Westchester you can take advantage of this very special offer!

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Dollar Night at the Hudson Valley Renegades

Monday, July 16th, 2012

gameTake yourself out to the ballgame on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 for Dollar Night with the Hudson Valley Renegades. All you have to do is bring a toiletry or personal hygiene item to donate to ARCS’ emergency pantries, and you’ll get a general admission ticket to that night’s game for just $1! The game starts at 7:05 pm as the ‘Gades take on the Connecticut Tigers at Dutchess Stadium, located on Route 9D in Wappingers Falls (close to Beacon, the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge and Route 84). The Renegades put on quite a show in between innings too with lots of contests, singalongs, and games for all ages. Snagging a ticket for $1 makes this a great family activity–everyone who brings at least one toiletry item gets in for just a buck!

PLUS, the ‘Gades will be handing out packets of their 2012 season trading cards. Look for a special ARCS card in your pack!

Suggested items to bring:

toothpaste

toothbrushes

shampoo and conditioners

soap

anti-bacterial hand soap

shaving cream

moisturizer/lotion

household cleaners (countertop cleaners, glass cleaner, etc.)

paper towels and toilet paper

laundry detergent

For directions to Dutchess Stadium and more info about the Renegades, go to www.hvrenegades.com. For more details or questions on appropriate donation items, please call (914) 785-8283.

Wheeler El's Restaurant Grand Opening & ARCS Benefit

Thursday, June 28th, 2012

wheeler_el_opening_adJoin Superior Sounds and ARCS for the grand opening of Wheeler El’s, a new restaurant in Amenia, NY. Enjoy modern American cuisine in a comfortable pub atmosphere or dine al fresco on the deck. Wheeler El will be donating a portion of your bill to ARCS, and there will be music, drink specials and a few surprises.

Aside from the nightly specials, you can preview the menu via Wheeler El’s Facebook page.

Make your reservations by calling (845) 789-1499.

Garden Party Friendraiser

Monday, May 21st, 2012

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David Davenport and Robert Welsch, the dashing gentlemen behind Westover Landscape Design, invite you to a garden party to raise funds and awareness for ARCS on Saturday, June 23, 2012 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. Tour their award-winning garden at 149 Neperan Road in Tarrytown and enjoy hors d’oeuvre and cocktails with a $25 suggested donation upon arrival.

Their garden was recently featured in Better Homes and Gardens’ Deck, Patio & Pool magazine with a six-page spread. Celebrate the summer with ARCS, and make sure to bring a friend!

Please RSVP to Jana at (914) 785-8283 or by email at jcalabrese@arcs.org.

Special EXTRA Bingo Night at B Lounge!

Monday, May 14th, 2012

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B Lounge is proud to present Gay Bingo, hosted by the incomparable Rhoda Rollins Stone!! Bingo will be the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month starting at 9PM. Come in for your chance to win cash and prizes ranging from free cocktails, the treasure box, and of course the final round jackpot!! Bring your previous games Bingo card to the bartender to receive extra special drink pricing after each round!! A portion of the proceeds from each and every Bingo night will be donated to ARCS and/or The LOFT. Come out and support these great causes and you could walk away a little richer yourself!!
More info at www.bloungeny.com.