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Me and My Life

Woodcroft Women's Club Blog — Thu, 03 May 2012 16:55:15 GMT

AARP and Tanger Outlets would like to invite your members to take part in a stylish day of free pampering, refreshments and the opportunity to makeover their lives and receive valuable information dedicated to helping women plan for their future at this year’s “Me & My Life” Makeover Event.

“Me & My Life” is part of AARP’s Decide. Create. Share. Initiative, a nationwide effort aimed to help increase women’s awareness about the importance of taking charge of their future and empower them to start planning now for their future long-term care needs. There are four pillar issues: health, personal finances, home and community, and your personal wishes.

Please join us for this insightful, FREE event coming to Mebane on May 19, 2012 at Tanger Outlets Mebane.

Event Details:

Who: Special guest Lee Woodruff — author, mother, co-founder of ReMIND.org and the Bob Woodruff Foundation — will share her compelling story of hope during the recovery of her husband, Bob, the ABC News Anchor who was critically injured in Iraq in 2006, will inspire as she describes the need for a passionate and purposeful life, and the importance of long-term care.

What: Free mini makeovers, professional photos, refreshments, a limited number of gift bags, games, giveaways, information and resources.

When: Saturday, May 19, 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Where: Tanger Outlets Mebane, 4000 Arrowhead Boulevard, Mebane, NC 27302

Why: Women often focus their energy on others – caring for kids and parents – and rarely take the time to think about their own future. This event highlights the need for women to start securing their own future now. We're providing tools and information so women can plan their second phase of life.

We’d like to invite you and your networks to join us. We would also like to kindly request your support in spreading the word about this great and FREE event of benefit to women and their loved ones. Here are a few ideas on how you can help:

Send an e-blast to your membership
Post event details on your website’s “events or calendar” section
Include event information in your organization’s e-newsletter
Share event information via your organization’s social media channels (FaceBook, Twitter, LinkedIn)
Share event information at your next Business After Hours or networking event

If you have any questions about the event, or would like additional information, please feel free to contact me via e-mail at Brad.Mayhar@interlexusa.com or by phone at (210) 598-4185.

Thank You,
Brad Mayhar

Duke Gardens Opportunites

Woodcroft Women's Club Blog — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 23:57:25 GMT

Now that we are beginning a new year, we look ahead to many exciting opportunities for volunteers at Duke Gardens.

First, I would like to share with you that the Charlotte Brody Discovery Garden will become a reality this year. Construction is well underway. This new garden will expand program opportunities for all ages. In addition to trained program guides, this garden will also utilize volunteers as greeters (Ambassadors) to assist daily visitors. We are excited to discover interested volunteers who are currently in the program as well as expand the volunteer corps to meet these needs. Dates are set for the 2012 Docent Training. Veteran docents will note a format change in the training schedule this year. The dates are as follows:

February 21; 9am-12pm (History of Duke Gardens. This session is required for all docents)
‐Refresh your knowledge—current docents encouraged to attend 2012 Docent Training Dates

February 23; 9am-12pm (Children’s docents only)
‐Learn to lead School, Children’s and Family Programs using inquiry‐based education

February 28; 9am-12pm (Adult docent session, Children’s docents are encouraged to attend)
‐Learn all you need to know to lead tours for adult groups, including Duke Family lore

March 1; 9am-12pm (Children’s docents only)
‐Learn to lead School, Children’s and Family Programs using inquiry‐based education

Following this experiential formal training, there will be additional dates scheduled with each curator to tour/train in their specific area of Duke Gardens.

There is an application process, (this link will take you to the application, http://auxweb.duke.edu/GVT/login.aspx followed by an interview. This year Duke Gardens will also begin performing background checks on all volunteers assisting with Children’s programming. This safeguarding measure has been encouraged by Duke University HR and is to protect Duke Gardens, Duke University and the Volunteer.

Children’s docents are trained to present tours and programs to Elementary school groups, children and families. Adult tour guides offer walking tours to adult groups and trolley (golf cart) tours to individuals who need assistance.

I look forward to hearing from many of you to register for this important training. Let me encourage you to spread the word with friends and family and please forward this email to your neighborhood list servs and any other groups of people whom you think may be interested.

Chuck Hemric, CAVNC
Director of Volunteer Services
Sarah P. Duke Gardens
Duke University
Box 90341
Durham, NC 27708

Phone 919-668-1705
Fax: 919-668-3610
http://www.gardens.duke.edu

Submitted by: Sonja Nielsen

Durham Events

Woodcroft Women's Club Blog — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 23:54:22 GMT

Greetings Ladies!
I know some of you have had little time with the holidays to look for things for your groups to do. I subscribe to Durham Events and found a few things that might be of interest to our clubs, and perhaps other things of interest there as well at: www.durham-nc.com/visitors/event_cal.php

There are many events listed there but I picked out just a few I thought might be of interest:

November 18, 2011 - January 14, 2012
Season of Lights Holiday Show
For the holiday season, Claymakers presents an excellent selection of pottery for the clay lovers on your gift giving lists! Featuring work of Sasha Bakaric, Doug Dotson, Corinne Fox, Deborah Harris, Laura Korch, Barbara McKenzie, Marsha Owen, Elizabeth Paley, Gillian Parke, Ronan Peterson, Teresa Pietsch, & Evelyn Ward.
6-9pm.
Claymakers Gallery, 705 Foster St.
(919) 530-8355

November 5, 2011 - January 15, 2012
Carolina Wonderland Express
A marvelous model train display, featuring a snowy scene of mountains, bridges and tunnels. Bells ring and whistles blow as trains chug along the Blue Ridge Parkway and journey to popular North Carolina landmarks such as Kitty Hawk, the State Capitol Building and Jennette’s Pier. Tickets $5, plus general admission.
November 5, 2011 - January 15, 2012
Museum of Life and Science, 433 W. Murray Ave.
(919) 220-5429

December 14 - 20, 2011
Santa Train Purchase Tickets
Climb aboard for a memorable night-time train ride through a holiday wonderland. Meet Santa and his elves, sip on a warm cup of hot chocolate, enjoy music and complimentary festivities including holiday make 'n' take crafts for kids. On sale to Members now, and to non-members 11/14. Tickets $16.
December 14 - 20, 2011
Call or check website for times.
Museum of Life and Science, 433 W. Murray Ave.
(919).220.5429

Durham Farmers' Market
An all-local and producer only market open every Saturday through the winter. Vendors will be offering locally grown fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, cut flowers, potted plants, artisanal cheeses and breads, home-baked pies, honey, handmade chocolates, preserves, local wines, hand-made soaps, pottery, jewelry and artwork of all sorts. (Fruits and vegetables are local and seasonal and during the expect lots of greens, root vegetables, broccoli, cauliflower, winter squash and greenhouse grown tomatoes.)
10am-12pm.
The Pavilion at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster St.

January 26, 2012
"Gardening Tips that Save Time, Save Money, Save Your Back and Save the Earth Too" Lecture
Learn how to have great gardens while spending less time working in them. FREE.
January 26, 2012
7-8:30pm.
East Regional Branch Library, 211 Lick Creek Ln.
(919) 560-0203

Durham Garden Forum
The Durham Garden Forum is an informal group that meets once a month to enrich members’ gardening knowledge and skill. Local experts speak about topics of interest to the group. The public is invited. Cost $10; free for forum members.
January 17, 2012
6:30-8pm.
Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St.
Durhamgardenforum@gmail.com

January 12, 2012
"Attracting Birds and Butterflies to Your Garden" Lecture
Discover which earthbound flowers attract the flying flowers--birds and butterflies--to your garden. FREE.
January 12, 2012
7-8:30pm.
East Regional Branch Library, 211 Lick Creek Ln.
(919) 560-0203

January 5, 2012
Walk on the Wild Side
Explore wild North Carolina in the Blomquist Garden of Native Plants. Join curator Stefan Bloodworth on the first Thursday of every month to see which plants are in bloom, learn strategies to design with native plants, and discuss regional ecology and global environmental issues affecting native ecosystems and your role in protecting the health of our home planet. Cost $5; free for Gardens members.
January 5, 2012
11am-12pm.
Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St.
(919) 684-3698

Sausage Making: Basics of Grinding, Casing, and Cooking Workshop
The class will make fresh chorizo, hot italian sausage, and a pasta dish using dough made with your own hands. Cost $40.
January 14, 2012
6:30pm.
The Cookery, 1101 W Chapel Hill St.
(919) 801-7290

Making Fresh Pasta & Beyond Purchase Tickets
Learn to make fresh pasta with your hands just like the Italian grandmother you never had. You will start by making a basic egg dough that you'll use to make classic pasta cuts as well as a stuffed pasta. Then you'll move on to an eggless udon style noodle and discuss cooking fresh pasta vs. dried pasta and how to make a simple sauce to enhance your pasta. Cost $40.
6:30-8:30pm.
The Cookery, 1101 W. Chapel Hill St.
(919) 801-7290

Triangle Brewing Company Tour
FREE tastings. Food will be available for purchase.
December 31, 2011
1-2:30pm.
Triangle Brewing Company, 918 Pearl St.
(919) 683-2337

Wine Tastings
Held in the Specialty Department. FREE.
December 31, 2011
2-4pm.
Whole Foods Market, 621 Broad St.
(919) 286-2290

Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tour Purchase Tickets
See a vibrant city in the midst of its revitalization and get to know the restaurants, shops and people that are making Durham one of the nation's cultural hotspots. From crostini topped with local produce and house-smoked meats to gourmet popsicles to renowned pimento cheese to organic wine and local beer, you will discover all of Durham's flavors. Reservations required. Cost $43.43.
1:30-4:45pm.
American Tobacco Warehouse to Downtown to Brightleaf Square
info@tastecarolina.net

Digital Photography: Understanding Your Camera, Camera to Computer, and Photo Editing Class Begins
Learn about your camera’s bells and whistles with photographer Jennifer Weinberg. You’ll review all functions and menus, control settings and white balance; and then learn to load, edit, and organize photos on a computer. Weinberg will also teach basic photo composition. Bring your camera and manual to each session. Cost $130.
January 18, 2012
Meets 3 Wednesdays, Jan. 18-Feb. 1, 6-9pm.
Duke computer lab. Call for directions.
(919) 684-3698

Durham Photography Club at Duke Gardens
Photographers at all levels may join the photo club, which meets monthly to talk about tips and techniques, with frequent guest speakers on special topics. The first meeting is free, but thereafter there’s a small annual fee.
January 9, 2012
6:30-8pm.
Sarah P. Duke Gardens, 420 Anderson St.
rickfisher04@yahoo.com

Paper Shredding & E-Scrap Recycling Event
Just drive through, and staff will unload. Nearly all electronic devices with a cord will be accepted (TVs and microwaves are ok, but no larger appliances or appliances with freon). FREE.
January 14, 2012
8am-2pm.
Sears Parking Lot at Northgate Mall, 1058 W. Club Blvd.
(919) 560-4186

I wish you all happy holidays!
Rebecca Cunningham

American Red Cross November Specials in Durham

Woodcroft Women's Club Blog — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:16:01 GMT

The supply of all blood types at the American Red Cross has dropped to critical levels. As donors, your help is needed now to prevent the delay or cancellation of surgeries. Patients are counting on Red Cross blood donors at this very moment.

If you have recently donated and are not eligible to donate in November, could you please help us out by forwarding this email to some of your friends and family? We look forward to seeing you at your next appointment and thank you for donating!

You can help now by scheduling an appointment to donate blood. Please call

1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Please join us at the Durham Blood Center in November for these wonderful giveaways and drawings:

Therapeutic Thursdays!

Need to release stress?? All presenting donors can enjoy a free massage during the hours of 10 am -12 pm every Thursday

Free Massage Fridays!

Join us any Friday in November at the Durham Donor Center from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm and receive a free chair massage!

Give blood in honor of those who serve!

Present to donate blood Veterans Day holiday weekend, November 11 - 13 and you will be able to sign a card and include a personal message to a veteran. The card will become part of the annual American Red Cross Chapter Holiday Mail for Heroes campaign.

Dunkin’ Donuts!

Present to donate on Friday, November 18th and enjoy free donuts in the canteen courtesy of Dunkin Donuts.

Holiday Ornaments!!

November 24 - 27 all presenting donors will receive an American Red Cross Holiday ornament.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Decadent Desserts!

Enjoy Chocolate Sin Cake (Gluten Free) or Cheesecake in our canteen on Wednesday, Nov. 23rd, courtesy of Ruth’s Chris Steak House Renaissance Center at Southpoint in Durham.

North Carolina Symphony Tickets

Present to donate during our “Thanks for Giving” days (Nov. 17 - 19) and enter a drawing to win a pair of tickets to a performance by the North Carolina Symphony.

Home for the Holidays!

Participate in donating blood or platelets between November 1st and December 31st, and you will be automatically entered in our drawing to win one of two pairs of roundtrip Delta Air Lines Tickets (one winner per month).

Become a VIP Donor!

Donate blood? Like free things? You can become a VIP Donor. Check out information in the center or go online to join at redcrossblood.org. Just enter your zip code on the home page and then click on the VIP info.

Red Cross Racing is BACK!

More free stuff just for saving lives! Give Blood. Earn Points. Get Prizes! Learn more by visiting redcrossracing.com.

Do More, Give Together: Commit to a Donor Day!

Your civic or social group, team or business can help save more lives by donating together and showing your heart to the community. A Donor Day, which can span a day, a few days or even a week, is a fun and rewarding time at your local American Red Cross blood donation center. Contact

Call Renita Hayes-Carter at (919) 493-3551 x 383 for more information on how to make it a memorable event with special prizes and food for your group.

Please bring a friend, co-worker, neighbor, family member or other associate to donate with you. Also, feel free to pass this information and need along to others who might be interested in helping and entering to win a great prize! They can come in at a time that is convenient for them. Please make a difference for someone. Call 1-800-RED CROSS to schedule an appointment.

You, the donor, deserve all the thanks in the world. Whether you give every 56 days, 112 days, or once in a while, you are helping to save lives whenever you come in to donate. Thank you for being a hero!

Renita Hayes-Carter
Representative I, Donor Recruitment

Durham Service Area
American Red Cross 4737 University Drive
#3 University Place
Durham, NC 27707
Office: (919) 493-3551 x383
Cell: (919) 605-7022
Fax: 493-6731
hayescarr@usa.redcross.org

Durham Blood Donation Center
4737 University Dr
#3 University Pl
Durham, NC 27707
Monday 2:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Wednesday 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Friday 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
2nd Saturday 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
4th Sunday 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm

North Raleigh Blood Donation Center
8301 Bandford Way, Raleigh, NC 27613
Monday 2:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuesday 2:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday 2:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
1st & 3rd Saturday 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Raleigh Blood Donation Center
100 N. Peartree Ln
Raleigh,NC, 27610
Monday 2:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Thursday 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

Cary Blood Donation Center at Regency
3700 Regency Pkwy, Suite 150, Cary, NC 27518
>Monday 1:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Thursday 1:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am-12:30 pm
2nd 4th Saturday 7:30 am-1:00 pm

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