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6th Annual Guns n’ Hoses Golf Tournament

August 24, 2011 By zspotblog

Sysco Food Service of Raleigh and The Neuse Golf Club are excited to announce that on September 11, 2011 we will host our 6th Annual Guns n’ Hoses Golf Tournament honoring Johnston County’s finest Fire Fighters, EMT and Law Enforcement Officers.  All proceeds of this event will benefit charity.   We anticipate an exciting day of golf, food, prizes and camaraderie!  Last year’s tournament was a huge success with a double shotgun to accommodate over 200 golfers!   We’ve raised over $20,000!

If you would like to play in the event or sponsor it click the appropriate link below:

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ZSpotlight.com and Mura’s Last Sushi Tasting of the Summer

August 23, 2011 By zspotblog

The FINAL PARTY is almost here…

ZSpotlight.com and Mura’s Last Sushi Tasting of the Summer
VIVA Las Vegas! – September 8

The summer’s best monthly outdoor party ends with this Vegas blowout! Mura at North Hills will have multiple cash bars and food stations set up throughout the patio where you can enjoy the best sushi in town. Raleigh’s own DJ Funk Junkie will keep the party going. Vegas showgirls will greet guests on the red carpet, professional Vegas tables will be on premise, Elvis will entertain the masses, and all ticket-holders will be welcomed on to Mura’s transformed patio for this can’t-miss event!

To purchase tickets for this event or learn more CLICK HERE

Non Profit Partner
Hope for Haiti Foundation is this month’s non profit partner. Guests will be able to make open donations to support the foundation. Also, guests will be ‘gambling’ with funny-money at professional Vegas tables; party-goers can re-up their chips at the Hope for Haiti Foundation table for a donation to the foundation. Last year’s Vegas themed party help raise almost $1000 for HFHF!

HFHF believes in helping Haiti help Haiti. The Foundation’s work impacts individual Haitians, consequently empowering them to act and change their own nation. They are equipping a new generation with a vision and the skills to make the dream a reality. Already, there are native Haitians making a difference as nurses, ministers, and teachers. The future undoubtedly holds influencers in law, politics, community organization, media and more. http://www.hopeforhaitifoundation.com

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Luau Sushi Tasting Party on Mura’s Patio!

June 19, 2011 By zspotblog

Thursday, July 7
9:00 pm – 12 midnight

ZSpot.com and Mura are joining forces again this summer
to bring you the best outdoor events all summer!

Luau Party Details
Multiple cash bars and food stations set up throughout the patio where you can enjoy the best sushi in town. One of Raleigh’s own DJ Funk Junkie will keep the party going.

Hula girls will greet guests on the red carpet, fire-breathers will entertain the masses (check out the amazing M.A.R.K. who will be performing), and all ticket-holders will be welcomed on to Mura’s transformed patio for this can’t-miss event!

Tickets on sale now!
Click here to purchase

Non Profit Partner

This month’s non profit partner is Easter Seals.  Guests can make open donations to support this local non profit.  There will also be a variety of leis for party-goers to purchase; 100% of the sales of leis at the luau go to Easter Seals.

Headquartered in Raleigh, NC with programs and services throughout North Carolina and Virginia, Easter Seals UCP is a lifelong partner to families managing disabilities and mental health challenges. The nonprofit serves more than 20,000 individuals and their families annually through an array of services. Easter Seals UCP enhances the quality of life for individuals and maximizes their potential for engaging in their communities.  For more information on Easter Seals UCP North Carolina & Virginia, please visit

Every month from May thru September, we’ll have a Summer Sushi Tasting Party. All events will be 21 and up to enter. We will have multiple cash bars and food stations set up throughout the patio where you can enjoy the best sushi in town!  Every year we have brought something new and exciting to each event and this year will definitely not disappoint- CLICK HERE for full summer lineup.

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Summer Sushi Tasting – White Party

May 24, 2011 By zspotblog

 

ZSpot.com and Mura are joining forces again this summer
to bring you the best outdoor events all summer!

White Party Details
Multiple cash bars and food stations set up throughout the patio where you can enjoy the best sushi in town. One of Raleigh’s finest local DJs will keep the party going. 

Greek goddesses will greet guests on the red carpet, roman soldiers will check guests in and all ticket-holders will be welcomed on to Mura’s transformed and all-white patio for this can’t-miss event! 

Tickets on sale now!
Click here to purchase

Non Profit Partner
This month’s event is to benefit Make-A-Wish of Eastern NC.   Guests can make open donations to support this local non-profit.  There will also be a roman fans (keep cool on Mura’s hot-hot-hot patio!) for sale as a  fundraiser for Make-A-Wish.

The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Eastern North Carolina has one purpose- to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. The benefits of wish fulfillment are many and varied. We believe that while doctors provide the medicine, the Make-A-Wish Foundation provides the magic! With the help of more than 300 volunteers, including a 15-member Board of Directors, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Eastern North Carolina has granted more than 2,100 wishes since its inception.  

Every month from May thru September, we’ll have a Summer Sushi Tasting Party. All events will be 21 and up to enter. We will have multiple cash bars and food stations set up throughout the patio where you can enjoy the best sushi in town!  Every year we have brought something new and exciting to each event and this year will definitely not disappoint- CLICK HERE for full summer lineup.

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Dapper Style House Celebrates First Friday with Karaoke

April 22, 2011 By zspotblog

 

To Benefit “Sing for the Cure” 

RALEIGH, NC – April 18th, 2011 – Dapper Style House in downtown Raleigh is hosting a First Friday event on Friday, May 6, 2011. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Triangle Gay Men’s Chorus (TGMC), the Common Woman Chorus (CWC) and Susan G. Komen for the Cure®- NC Triangle

. This karaoke inspired event will be in support of the Triangles premiere of “A Proclamation of Hope” featuring Sing for the Cure: the world renowned choral work with orchestra which honors breast cancer victims, survivors and their loved ones.Karaoke will be the focus of this First Friday event; there will be a suggested donation of $1 for each song guest sing. Dapper will also introduce this month’s featured artist, Leigh Moose from Side Yard Studios, at this event. Moose’s art will be showcased throughout the store for the entire month of May and will also be available for purchase. Dapper will be offering guests’ $5 Absolut drink specials alongside complimentary hors d’oeuvres from The Oxford Gastropub.
“Hosting an event with karaoke is always fun,” said Betzi Hekman, Operator and Buyer for Dapper Style House. “Susan G. Komen- NC Triangle always does wonderful things for breast cancer awareness and we are elated to celebrate our LGBT community and their involvement with this fundraiser.”

The Triangle Gay Men’s Chorus (TGMC) is a nonprofit performing arts organization that seeks to perform quality men’s choral music that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. We recognize the power of music to communicate important truths about common human conditions and the value of all people.

The Common Woman Chorus (CWC) strives to raise consciousness about the quality of women’s lives and experiences through the regular performances of music, and to encourage an appreciation of choral music arranged for women’s voices for the public education, entertainment, benefit and good of members and the general public. CWC is a feminist organization that is lesbian-identified in the community.

Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the global leader of the breast cancer movement, has invested more than $1.9 billion since inception in 1982. As the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists, we’re working together to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures.

Sing for the Cure is an uplifting and positive musical experience. It tells the stories of breast cancer survivors, their families and friends. “A Proclamation of Hope” will be held at the Meymandi Concert Hall of Raleigh’s Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts. This concert was commissioned in 2000 by Susan G. Komen for the Cure® as a result of founder Nancy Brinker’s belief that more would listen to the message if it was delivered through the powerful medium of music. This will be the first local performance and it will take place on Sunday, June 12, 2011.

  
About Dapper Style House

Dapper Style House provides clean and contemporary fashions. Their style is perfect for both going out and staying in. Through superior clienteling, quality and commitment, Dapper helps you look and feel good.

 

Funds raised at the Dapper Style House First Friday event will benefit all three of these non-profit organizations.

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Rock @ The Loch Weekend

April 11, 2011 By zspotblog

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Dapper Style House Collaborates With Alliance Of AIDS

March 1, 2011 By zspotblog

DAPPER STYLE HOUSE COLLABORATES WITH ALLIANCE OF AIDS SERVICES

A drag-tastic artist improv show

RALEIGH, NC – March 01, 2011 – Dapper Style House announced today that they will partner with the Alliance of AIDS Services for a First Friday event on March 4, 2011.  Dapper will offer Absolut drink specials along with complimentary hors d’oeuvres provided by The Oxford Gastropub.  The artist improv show will be the highlight of the evening; 3 local artists will paint 3 easels in 30 minutes.  There will also be a cast of drag queens making this an exciting and unique experience.

This First Friday event at Dapper will be like none other thus far.  Along with the artist improv show, there will be fabulous bartenders, a host and art auctioneers – all dressed in drag.  The artists in the improv show will begin their work at one easel and move to the next, continuing the previous artists’ work until the 30 minutes is up.  All of the proceeds from the auctioned artwork will go directly to Alliance of AIDS Services.  The “drag team” will feature Raleigh’s own Mary K. Mart and Rodessa Roadhard.  Other special appearances include John Paul Womble, the Executive Director of Alliance of AIDS Services Carolina.

“We are really excited to have drag queens from the Alliance of AIDS Services at this event.  The LGBT community is very loyal to our store and this event will undoubtedly be crazy fun” said Betzi Hekman, Operator and Buyer for Dapper Style House.

Alliance of AIDS Services – Carolina was founded in 1999 and has since acquired more than 800 volunteers and sustained about 38 employed positions.  The AAS-C primarily focuses on Faith Ministries, Prevention, Testing and Housing.

“Dapper looks forward to every First Friday event as it gives us the opportunity to raise awareness and funds for a local non-profit organization” said G Patel, owner of Dapper Style House.

About Dapper Style House

Dapper Style House provides clean and contemporary fashions.  Their style is perfect for both going out and staying in.  Through superior clienteling, quality and commitment, Dapper helps you look and feel good.

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DAPPER STYLE HOUSE FIRST FRIDAY EVENT TO BENEFIT MAKE-A-WISH

January 31, 2011 By zspotblog

DAPPER STYLE HOUSE FIRST FRIDAY EVENT TO BENEFIT MAKE-A-WISH

Make A Star, Make-A-Wish, Make A Difference

RALEIGH, NC- January 31, 2011 – Dapper Style House, located in downtown Raleigh, announced today that the store will host a fundraiser for Make-A-Wish of Eastern North Carolina on Friday, February 4th, 2011.  This event is part of downtown Raleigh’s First Friday celebrations. Guests can purchase a $5, $10 or $25 star to decorate with the provided art supplies; 100 percent of proceeds go to Make-A-Wish.  Each star, after decorated, will be displayed for the whole month of February as the backdrop behind the mannequins in the store front window.   In addition to free hors d’ oeuvres provided by The Oxford Gastropub and drink specials, Dapper is also offering incredible deals and giveaways to all of the attendees.

“This will be the second art-related fundraiser hosted at Dapper Style House and we are all delighted that our store front window will display art that benefits Make-A-Wish,” says Julie Patel, owner of Dapper Style House.  

Make-A-Wish of Eastern North Carolina was created in 1986 and since then, the chapter has granted more than 2,000 favorite wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions throughout eastern North Carolina.

“We take pride in being able to contribute to the local chapter of a nationally renowned foundation.  Helping local children fulfill their wishes makes us ultimately proud to be a part of these fundraising efforts,” says Betzi Hekman, manager at Dapper Style House.

 About Dapper Style House

 Dapper Style House features the latest trends in menswear, women’s dresses and accessories. It is a new boutique and bar concept located in downtown Raleigh. Come in for your favorite cocktail, check out a coat, and chill on our swing. Honesty, integrity, superior service and style are the cornerstones of our business.

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HAITI EARTHQUAKE ANNIVERSARY EVENT AT THE OXFORD

January 11, 2011 By zspotblog

Resilience in the Rubble

 

RALEIGH, NC – January 10, 2011 – The Oxford Gastropub in downtown Raleigh announced their excitement in hosting a Haiti earthquake anniversary event.  On Sunday, January 16, 2011, the Oxford and the Hope for Haiti Foundation will collaborate in efforts to raise money for the nation that suffered the effects of a devastating earthquake one year ago.

A silent auction will take place from 4pm until 8pm, accompanied by live music from several local musicians.  Also, 10 percent of The Oxford’s food sales will go directly to supporting the cause. There is no charge for admittance to the event, but there will be a suggested $5 donation at the door.

“Anytime there is devastation of this magnitude in an underdeveloped nation, it is our duty to lend a hand and continue the outreach programs until that nation becomes self-sufficient,” said James Park, Director of Operations for The Oxford.

Hope for Haiti Foundation is a nonprofit organization incorporated in North Carolina with subsidiaries and volunteers all over the United States and Haiti.  The foundation primarily focuses on the health, education and community development of Haitians in the Sud-East department.  The foundation’s work impacts individual Haitians, consequently empowering them to act and change their own nation.

“We are looking forward to taking the time to remember the victims of last year’s tragic earthquake at the event this weekend. It is also a great opportunity to show the progress we’ve made in the past year, as well as our plans for the future,” said Stephanie Brooks, Hope for Haiti Foundation’s marketing and PR representative.

This anniversary event is one of a series of events hosted by The Oxford’s parent company, Eschelon Hospitality, in 2011 to reach the company’s goal of raising $50,000 for Hope for Haiti Foundation by year’s end.

About The Oxford Gastropub
Raleigh’s first Gastropub opened in October 2008 and has since become a favorite spot for locals.  With high quality pub food and great specials all week long, The Oxford has become the ideal spot to dine.  Featuring live music throughout the weekend, all the best sports games and excellent food, The Oxford is truly a multi-faceted establishment.

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S2 Jeans Trunk Show to benefit Hope for Haiti Foundation

January 4, 2011 By zspotblog

FOOD & DRINK
…$5 Absolut Drinks
Hors d’oeuvres from The Oxford

ART
Artist Improv Contest! 3 artists, 3 easels, 30 minutes. The art will be auctioned off to raise money for Hope for Haiti Foundation.

ABOUT S2 JEANS
http://www.s2jeans.com/
S2 Jeans uses premium 12 weight, 98/2 denim from Cone Mill’s White Oak facility in North Carolina. We love this denim because it retains its shape through several days wear, is close to impossible to rip, and is exceptionally comfortable. Our fit is described as Sexy and Snug by The Examiner LA. We use high quality zippers and rivets and stitch the jeans in a way to keep them from having unnecessary fabric buckling. So why are we doing this? It is our way to support the people of Z’Orange Haiti through the Hope for Haiti Foundation by giving 3% of our proceeds. We went there and we saw how desperately people need work, and soon we will make product there. In the meantime we support building of schools, the clinic, fresh water projects, and soon farming. We want to deliver a tractor to Z’Orange first, and teach them how to use, maintain, and grade roads. Next we will make product. And then continue in any way we can.

ABOUT HOPE FOR HAITI FOUNDATION
http://hopeforhaitifoundation.com/
Hope for Haiti Foundation, also known as HFHF, is a (501)(c)3 nonprofit organization incorporated in North Carolina, with volunteers all over the United States and Haiti.

HFHF believes in helping Haiti help Haiti. The Foundation’s work impacts individual Haitians, consequently empowering them to act and change their own nation. We are equipping a new generation with a vision and the skills to make the dream a reality. Already, there are native Haitians making a difference as nurses, ministers, and teachers. The future undoubtedly holds influencers in law, politics, community organization, media and more.

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Monopoly Scavenger Hunt This Saturday – Open To Public

May 19, 2010 By zEditor8

ZSpotlight.com and TriSports have teamed for another wonderful, unique event for groups and friends Saturday, May 22nd.

WHEN: Saturday May 22, 2010 – 12p start. Hunt plus post-hunt party! (your registration fee includes 2 free pints/psn and light appetizers at the party!)

WHAT: A wacky text messaging Scavenger Hunt with a Monopoly Theme that takes teams of 4 people through 8 Downtown Raleigh districts, visting bars, restaunts, and various points of interest to find clues, answer challenges and demonstrate your team’s ability to Monopolize Downtown Raleigh.

WHERE: Glenwood South, Warehouse, Depot, Fayetteville St, and 4 more Downtown Raleigh Districts.

DETAILS:: Join us Saturday May 22nd for an incredible scavenger hunt where the clues are delivered and responded to via text messaging. You’ll travel thru 8 Downtown Raleigh districts and collect the “Property Deed” cards for 22 properties, 4 railroads, and 2 utilities. You’ll also draw Community Chest and Chance cards as you go, and take care not to land in Jail, Do Not Pass Go, Do Not Collect $200! . 

OBJECT:
The team that collects all 22 Proprty Deed cards, while also finishing with the most money is the winner. Money is won for earning property deed cards, Chance & Community Chest, passing Go, completing team challenges, photo challenges, etc. Money is lost through Chance & Community Chest, incorrect answers, landing on property with houses or hotels on it, etc.

THE PLAY:
Teams gather at the designated starting point where, at 12 noon, teams will receive their first clue via text message. Teams answer clues and proceed to the “property” indicated in the follow-up text message. Upon arrival, teams will have to perform tasks to earn their property deed card. Most stops will require the team to buy (1) beverage per team to complete the challenge and earn the deed card. Earning your property deed cards increases your team’s net worth by the value of that property and also gives you the next clue to solve to get to your next stop. Proceed property to property, earning deed cards by correctly answering clues and completing challenges. When you land on a street corner with a Chance Question Mark or Community Chest painted on it, your team is required to draw a card. Once your team has collected all 22 property cards, made stops at all 4 railroads, Water Works & Electric Company, plus drawn your Chance and Community Chest cards, you’ll receive a text notifying you of the location of our post-hunt wrap party, where each team member will receive 2 FREE pints of beer and we’ll also have light appetizers (full menu will also be available, should you desire something heartier). Teams not completing all the above before the hunt end time will receive text notification that the hunt has ended and where to proceed for the wrap party. Most all teams will finish before the cutoff, but if you lollygag or get thrown in jail too much, you may not make it.

 
WINNING THE GAME:

First Prize – $700 ($200 cash & $500 in Gift Certificates)
Second Prize – $350 ($150 cash & $200 in Gift Certificates)
Third Prize – $200 ($100 cash & $100 in Gift Certificates)
Best Team Costumes – $100 ($100 in Gift Certificates)

COST:
Just $20/person if you register by the WED 5/19, 5pm deadline. 2 FREE Pints Included !
$25 for registrations received after WED 5/19, 5pm (space permitting).

REGISTER AS A TEAM OR AS AN INDIVIDUAL:
Indvidual Fee is: $20
Type (each & every) individual’s name/sex/e-mail address below (name/sex/e-mail, name/sex/e-mail), & Click Buy Now button to pay $20/psn registration. You can select quantity on the following page.

Click Here!
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AVEDA INSTITUTE CHAPEL HILL RAISES OVER $4,000 FOR FLASHES OF HOPE

February 24, 2010 By ZMaverick

CHAPEL HILL—The Aveda Institute Chapel raised over $4000 for Flashes of Hope recently during its monthly tip for a cause campaign. Flashes of Hope is a non-profit organization that works with commercial photographers to provide free portraits to children with cancer and other life threatening illnesses. The Aveda Institute Chapel Hill is a school of cosmetology and skin care. Each month students and staff raise funds for charity through tips donated by service guests. For more information call 919.960.4769 or visit us at www.avedachapelhill.com.

Aveda offers local an amazing deal with a few 1/2 Off Gift Certificates on ZSpot.com.  Check them out here!

And also, you can always show your ZSpotCard, and will be receiving an incentive every time you visit!

www.avedachapelhill.com

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Amedeo’s North Italian Restaurant Hosts Annual Breast Cancer Campaign

January 14, 2010 By zEditor8

February is Annual Breast Cancer Support Month
at Amedeo’s North Italian Restaurant.
Memory Candles, Wrist Band sales, memory seed packets
as well as percent of food sales will benefit the Pretty in Pink Cancer Foundation

Raleigh, NC: Amedeo’s North’s owners, Rick and Lisa DeAngelis began a partnership with the Pretty in Pink Foundation last year and have made February Breast Cancer Awareness at their north Raleigh restaurant – in honor and memory of Rick’s mother, Betty DeAngelis. 

The restaurant is located in the Northridge Shopping Center, at 6006 Falls of Neuse Road, near Spring Forest Road in North Raleigh.

On Tuesdays during the month of February a percent of sales will be donated to Pretty in Pink.  On the kick-off Tuesday February 2nd, the Painted Ponies Y Princess Tribe will be selling Pretty in Pink wrist bracelets, packets of herb seeds, and Memory Candle Tea Lights  – people are welcome to purchase a Memory Candle in honor of a loved one, in memoriam or as a survivor.  Lit candles with names written in pink will be displayed in restaurant.  All proceeds go to Pretty in Pink Foundation.

In addition there will be a featured “pink” item each Tuesday- 2/9 Mini desserts special; 2/16 Special entree w/Pink sauce; 2/23: Betty’s Birthday Cake

Customers can register throughout February to win prizes; the drawing for prizes will be held on Monday 3/1 to remember Betty and celebrate her birthday.

Pretty In Pink Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides financial resources for uninsured and underinsured North Carolinians who are diagnosed with breast cancer and have limited financial means. Founded in 2004 by Dr. Lisa Tolnitch, a breast cancer surgeon, Pretty In Pink Foundation is positioned to have a point of presence in every state by 2020. Committed to providing hope, health and healing, Pretty In Pink Foundation has a growing network of healthcare professionals and quality of life partners. For more information on fundraising events, ways to help and how to become a volunteer, visit the website at www.PrettyInPinkFoundation.org, or join the Pretty In Pink Foundation Fan page on Facebook.

For more information on this special month, please visit www.AmedeosNorth.com
6006 Falls of Neuse Road
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 878-7808

For media only (not to be published) contact:
Jean Best, Best Marketing
jbest@usa.net   (919) 247-8699

Jean Best, Best Marketing

PO Box 98944

Raleigh, NC 27624

www.BestMarketingNC.com

off: (919) 846-8330

cell:(919) 247-8699

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Three Amazing Days of Exclusive Wine Events right here in Raleigh!

January 14, 2010 By The Traveling Grape

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February 4th – 6th

Each year in February The Triangle Wine Experience brings to you, right here in Raleigh, exclusive wine dinners and free wine tasting events with winemakers from California and all over the world. You will have the opportunity to attend auctions where you can find lots that you never thought you could find of rare vintages and oversized bottles. Vacations to Italy, Mexico, Napa Vally and Hawaii!!! Meet new friends and simply have the evening to remember full of what a glass of wine does best ~ bring people together in celebration!

“This event is now receiving national recognition. Consumers are realizing that we have depth and quality of auction lots, offering rare `cult’ Napa Valley producers and Bordeaux selections. Internationally acclaimed vintners host our winemaker dinners and our participating restaurants serve extraordinary food. And – we’re fun!”

The Triangle Wine Experience is the Triangle and Carolina’s premier wine event encompassing tastings, dinners, and a Grand Gala with Fine Wine Auction over a three day period. Winemakers from all over the world participate in this truly amazing event.

All proceeds from the Triangle Wine Experience go to the Frankie Lemmon Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the education and support of children with special needs. The Frankie Lemmon School is a local public preschool in Raleigh NC for children ages 3 to 6 with developmental disabilities ranging from mild autism to Down’s syndrome, from sight impairment to mobility challenges. The Frankie Lemmon School is public and does not accept tuition, but with only 40% of the school’s budget coming from the North Carolina Public School Fund and rising costs of operating the school, they depend on the funds from The Triangle Wine Experience to keep them going.

GET INVOLVED:

If you can’t make all events, pick one and join me for the fun! Even if you are out of town you can help by donating wine or a product. Each year I pick a few special bottles from my collection and although it’s hard to give up and hand over, it feels really good to know that I am helping these kids out, kids I have gone to see at the school and have tugged on my heart strings. So give it up people…share the good stuff! And for any wineries out there that couldn’t attend locally we are still accepting wine donations and would love to have you participate in future events. You can contact the foundation at (919) 845-8880.

THURSDAY EVENING WINE DINNERS

When in Raleigh can you enjoy an intimate winemaker dinner at one of our fine restaurants? Thursday February 4th you will have that very opportunity! Hey, you might not be able to do everything during this 3 day event, but a wine dinner in Raleigh with a high end wine that is affordable and goes to charity sounds like a no brainer to me! Believe me, I have been to several as both a volunteer and guest, and it’s an experience that I cherish and tons of fun, not a stuffy boring wine dinner at all! There are 29 restaurants participating in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill.

Which wineries are involved? To name just a few, come dine with Miner Family Vineyards, Cakebread, Caymus, Kosta Browne, Patz & Hall, Reynolds Family Winery, Switchback Ridge, Duckhorn, Realm Cellars, Robert Foley or Pride. For a complete list of restaurants and wineries involved visit The Triangle Wine Experience.

FRIDAY FREE EVENT ~ Evening Sip, Shop & Sign 5-6:30pm
Winemakers will be pouring, discussing and selling their fine wines at select wine retailers. Come sample, buy a bottle and have it signed. This is a great opportunity to learn a little more about wine and make new friends while you’re at it. This event is free and no reservations are required. You’ll find me at Taylor’s Wine Shop giggling and having fun with Taylor and Gail. Join us Friday February 5th from 5-6:30 at any of the participating retail wine shops. Click here to find out which of the 15 wine stores are closest to you!

SATURDAY GRAND GALA & AUCTION
Come join me for one of the most fun nights you will have all year!! Getting all dressed up in your black tie digs with somewhere to go, drinking incredibly special wines, meeting new friends, having the opportunity to bid on and take home some rare finds that you can’t find commercially and dance the night away….. all while fighting for a great cause!

Please come join me for this grand gala with a Hollywood theme “Hollywood & Vine”. There will be two spirited auctions ~ one live and one silent. You will be delighted to see such spectacular wines, rare vintages and oversized bottles. You will see some really cool lots up for auction such as 20 (3) Liters of California wines as well as a lot with over 20 magnums! Kosta Browne, DR Stephens Estate Wines and Wind Gap have “pianos” of Wine (375’s/750’s/mags/3L/6L). You can bid on the owner’s box for a Yankees Game with Steve Reynolds that includes flight, hotel, and a DelFrisco’s private dinner. Vacation time…..there will be trips to Italy, Mexico, Hawaii, CALIFORNIA! You will find SO many wonderful things especially for the Triangle Wine Experience. The live auction will be presided over by Paul Hart of Hart Davis Hart Wine Company. After the auctions, come get your groove on dancing the night away to a live entertaining band. I would not steer you wrong my friends, I look forward to this event every year and each year, it just keeps getting better!

Cheers from The Traveling Grape!

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The Taste of Giving

November 21, 2009 By Chris

Nightclub announces 1st  Pre-Thanksgiving Feast for those in need.  Dolce Club and ZSpotlight among sponsors for November 22nd meal and food drive.

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Raleigh, NC — November 16, 2009 – In these tough economic times and with the upcoming holiday season, Dolce Club and ZSpotlight are reaching out to help the downtown Raleigh community with a Pre-Thanksgiving Day meal.

With the help of other vendors who have donated not only food and beverages but canned goods, the aim is simple. “Dolce Club has been a very successful addition to the Glenwood entertainment community,” says J C Lee, general manager of Dolce Club. “However, many families are struggling just to have any food on the table. We hope as many as possible come to enjoy this early Thanksgiving dinner.”

A hot, home-cooked meal will be available along with canned goods. The public is encouraged to stop by with donations, as well.

The Pre-Thanksgiving Feast is Sunday, November 22, 1:00pm – 4:00pm at Dolce Club, 401 N. West St., Raleigh, NC 27603

For media inquiries/interview requests contact:

J C Lee, General Manager,Dolce Club
JC@dolceraleigh.com
845-893-6316

Rodney Williams, Z-Spotlight
Rodney@zspotlight.com
919-815-3253

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Raleigh Jaycee Haunted House

October 20, 2009 By zspotblog

 

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Did the developers make a deadly mistake when they bought the old Manor property from the Town of Possum Creek to build an all-inclusive family spa and resort? Will the guests survive their trip to the resort? Raleigh Jaycees host Haunted House at 4601 Creedmoor Rd to support both the Raleigh Jaycees and local charities.

WHAT: Terror at Possum Creek: No Vacancy
WHERE: Former Circuit City building at intersection of Creedmoor Rd and Glenwood Ave, across the street from Crabtree Valley Mall.
4601 Creedmoor Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27612

DATE: October 15-17, 22-25, and 28-31
TIME: 7pm to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. 7pm-10pm all other days.

For almost 40 years, the Raleigh Jaycees and other volunteers have planned, designed, built, and hosted their haunted house. Terror at Possum Creek: No Vacancy promises to be more terrifying than ever with extended run dates and two haunts in one location. Kids Day will be Oct 24th. All proceeds raised allow the Raleigh Jaycees to operate community service and leadership development projects throughout the year. Ticket prices range from $10-$15. For more information, visit

Promotion Events:
October 15th tours for media, family, and friends. Contact Stacy Hanna for invitations. shanna@ncjaycees.org
October 22nd
October 23rd
October 24th

ABOUT THE RALEIGH JAYCEES:

The Raleigh Jaycees are young professionals, ages 21-40, with an interest in leadership development through community service. From coordinating events and community activities to providing volunteer and financial support to local charities, the Raleigh Jaycees offer our members invaluable opportunities to develop leadership skills while networking with other young professionals. The Raleigh Jaycees make an impact in our community and in our members’ lives in many ways, and have done so for over 75 years.

Chartered in 1932, we are an all-volunteer civic organization that runs over 100 community service and leadership development projects each year. Annually we donate over $65,000 and countless volunteer hours to area organizations through our various projects.

 

Phone interviews. To confirm a time, call Stacy Hanna at (919)

www.terroratpossumcreek.com.www.jchauntedhouse.com/kids– Media Night. Free entrance and behind the scenes– Middle/High School Night. Save $2 with valid school ID.– College/University Night. Save $2 with valid school ID.– Safe Trick-or-Treating from 2-5pm for $5. Visit

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Wine 101 and Triangle Heart Walk

October 16, 2009 By zspotblog

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What do you do when you have a charity you are passionate about and want to raise money for it?  Basically all you need to be successful is to come up with a creative program your guests will enjoy and find a local company to lend a hand.  If you throw the right event, one everyone can have fun with, the people will come and so will the donations! 

Just ask Donna Miller, who recently held a Triangle Heart Walk fundraiser at her favorite store, Wine 101 (link: http://www.wine101nc.com/) in Wake Forest.  Donna, a fitness professional at heart, keeps staying active and healthy at the top of her priority list.  She wants her life to exemplify good health inside and out, and is committed to sharing her knowledge and the benefits of a healthy lifestyle with everyone.  Hosting a fundraising event seems intimidating to many, but with her inspired attitude, she knew it could be a piece of cake.

Donna and her husband walked the Triangle Heart Walk (link: http://www.starttriangle.org/) this year on September 27th, their third time doing it, and wanted to do more to raise awareness than just participate in the planned activities and sponsorship fundraising.  They wanted to get others involved, because for them, it isn’t just about the money for the American Heart Association, but also about the cause and getting the message out there.  And what a message: Cardiovascular disease is the biggest killer in America! 

Acknowledging that “everybody has a great cause”, Donna knew she had to think outside the box if she was going to get people involved and motivated.  She approached Joe O’Keefe of Wine 101, knowing she loves the store for their great customer service, and that Joe is community-minded like her, often hosting events and benefits.  Together they put together an approachable and welcoming evening of free wine-tasting, wine knowledge, and snacks, with a portion of the evening’s sales going into a donation to the American Heart Association.

The Wine 101 – Heart Walk event was a booming success and a win for everyone involved. What a great way to get people together!  Donna brought in a nice crowd which boosted exposure for Wine 101, and more importantly for the Triangle Heart Walk.  Everyone who attended thoroughly enjoyed the event, and the excuse to stock up on their favorite wines for a good cause. After all, they say wine is good for the heart.

If Donna can do it, you can too.  Let her inspire you to be inspired.  There isn’t a foundation out there that would refuse any donation or effort to bring their cause to light, no matter how small. In this case, it really is the thought that counts.

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Help Light The Night with Tylers

October 14, 2009 By zEditor8

Help Light The Night with Tylers

As part of our fund-raising efforts for the Light-the-night walk and continued community support, we will be hosting a special Pint Night on Tuesday, October 20th.  Big Boss Brewery in Raleigh donated two kegs and we will be pairing a mix-n-match of glasses from the many different breweries that we’ve carried over the past few years.  The pints will be $5/each and 100% of the proceeds will go to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society!

Be sure to stop by and purchase a pint a two to help us meet our fund-raising goal.  You can also visit the following website to donate directly to the Tyler’s Team:

http://pages.lightthenight.org/nce/Durham09/TylersRestaurantTaproom

Thanks for you support! 

Tyler’s Restaurant & Taproom
324 Blackwell Street, Suite 400
Durham, North Carolina 27701

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Betty DeAngelis Charity Night Announced @ Amedeo’s Restaurant

October 13, 2009 By zEditor8

Betty DeAngelis Night
Charity Fundraiser

When: October 20, 2009
Time: 5pm to 10pm
Where: Amedeo’s Italian Restaurant
3905 Western Blvd
Raleigh, NC   27606

Tuesday, October 20th, come have dinner in Amedeo’s on Western Blvd. of Raleigh to honor Betty DeAngelis.  A portion of the proceeds from this evening will be donated to the Triangle area Caring Community Foundation, Inc.

The Mission

The Caring Community Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that provides financial support to cancer patients in need. How: The Foundation works with clinics and hospitals in the Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, NC areas to identify patients with financial challenges, and to expeditiously provide assistance with expenses such as rent, utilities, food, prescription medications, nutritional supplements and other items that become even more difficult to manage in the face of cancer treatment.

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Crawl for Charity on Halloween

October 12, 2009 By zEditor8

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To View All Local Halloween Events in the Triangle, click here.

The Crawl For Cancer has a unique mission to host events that raise money to help people affected by cancer and other disabilities. Since the creation of the Crawl For Cancer in Kansas City in the Fall of 2001, it has had an impact far beyond anything envisioned when it first started. With the help of all the volunteers, the crawl fundraisers have been able to donate thousands of dollars directly to the people that need it.

On October 17, Raleigh will be hosting a Crawl for Cancer.  Here’s how it works: teams of ten people will travel to five bars, where each team will finish four pitchers of beer before moving on to the next bar. Everyone will end up at Buckhead Saloon for an after-party with live music and beer!

To register and get more information, check out www.crawlforcancer.org/raleigh

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Paparazzi at Taste of Durham Festival 2009

September 23, 2009 By zEditor8

Taste of Durham Festival 2009

From Kim Ruskan – Organizer

It took a while but our photo gallery is up for 2009 and hope you will enjoy seeing the pictures as it tells the full story of our journey over 5 years. Look for pictures of you in the galleries. Thank you ZSpotlight.com and all for being part of the unique adverture to serve many communities and hope you fully realize how you all made many people happy with your efforts, talents, support, etc. Pictures prove it. We are open to ideas and feed back to improve to make TOD 2010 the best thus far even with the economic challenges. Thank you for your support! Check it out.

You don’t need to be a celebrity to be photographed by Taste of Durham Paparazzi. Turn the pages of five progressive years of creating a welcoming and fun escape to the good life during burdensome and challenging economic times. There are various galleries of pictures at the Taste of Durham 2009 website that convey the essence of the mission of The Community Chest, Inc. (TCC): Creating positive platforms in hopes to stimulate proactive efforts to invigorate a good vibe, bring people together, nurture respect for diverse cultures, and serve many communities in various ways with a focus on arts and cultural experiences: Happiness triggered by the activities of the good life. Sit back and relive the festival through the pictures and see if they can give a glimpse and reminder of happiness, contentment, a sense of peace and possibly bliss.

Check to see if there are pictures of you, friends and family who are part of our living and growing story. If not, we hope to see you at the next festival. Flip through the fun and spontaneous pictures of Mayor Bill Bell, professional dancers showing their dance moves, and vast community members enjoying the ambiance, choice food sampling from restaurants and caterers, an array of eclectic bands and musicians, international wine and beer tasting, arts and cultural interactive activities, and the “Too Much Fun Zone” activities.

Pictures speak a thousand words and we hope they convey the story and our journey to grow a vision. The Community Chest, Inc. produces festivals and projects with old-fashioned ideals of supporting community in many ways. Beyond the festivities we hope you were inspired to welcome change, embrace cultural diversity, gain awareness of community needs, and participate in creating solutions to enrich lives and we also hope you had a BLAST!   TCC is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that supports community enrichments with innovative and distinctive project-based initiatives which produces the Taste of Durham Festival designed to offer a buffet for the senses called “Festivals within a Festival.”   It is inspired by the diversity of Durham County and serves many communities with deliberate, inclusive, and varied programming.

For more details and information for TOD 2010 call: Kim Ruskan (919) 401-2926 The Community Chest, Inc. www.tasteofdurham.org ruskan@earthlink.net

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The Crawl For Cancer

August 29, 2009 By zspotblog

The Crawl For Cancer has a unique mission to host events that raise money to help people affected by cancer and other disabilities. Since the creation of the Crawl For Cancer in Kansas City in the Fall of 2001, it has had an impact far beyond anything envisioned when it first started. With the help of all the volunteers, the crawl fundraisers have been able to donate thousands of dollars directly to the people that need it.

On October 17, Raleigh will be hosting a Crawl for Cancer.  Here’s how it works: teams of ten people will travel to five bars, where each team will finish four pitchers of beer before moving on to the next bar. Everyone will end up at Buckhead Saloon for an after-party with live music and beer!

Participating bars include tons of great local establishments, including Stool Pigeons, Buckhead Saloon, Napper Tandy’s, Amra’s, Ugly Monkey, Blue Martini, The Bassment, and Hi5!

The entry fee is $350 per team and includes tshirts for all team members, beer for the crawl and the after party! To register and get more information, check out http://www.crawlforcancer.org/raleigh/

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2009 Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic

August 12, 2009 By zEditor8

 2009 Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic

 

The 2009 Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic will be held at the Lonnie Poole Golf Course in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, August 16th.  The Classic is proud to have raised $14 million for cancer research in its fifteen-year history, and this year promises to be very exciting as it makes a fitting return to Raleigh.

 

You are invited to attend and cover this year’s Classic and related events. I have enclosed a media packet containing information about this year’s event.  As always, we will have a Media Center for your use, and staff to assist you. Our media staff will be glad to help with interviews, logistics, on-course transportation and with information during this event.

 

The Media Center will be located directly beside the clubhouse at the Lonnie Poole Golf Course.  The Media Center will provide you with easier access to the main areas of the golf course. Please be aware, there will be limited parking at the main clubhouse and you may be asked to park at the Alumni Center across the street.  

 

For your convenience, I have enclosed a credentials application form. Please return this form as soon as possible so that we can count on your attendance and accommodate any needs you might have. We will have your credentials waiting for you at the Media Center. You may also pick up your credentials at Friday or Saturday evening’s social events.

 

Event Schedule and Times:

                       

Date Time Event Location
August 12 6:30 pm Jimmy V Reverse Raffle Progress Energy Center, Raleigh
August 14 6:30 pm V Wine & Dine for Cancer Research Raleigh Civic & Convention Center
August 15 8:30 am Racquets for Research Raleigh Racquet Club
August 15 9 am Jimmy V Nike Cup for Cancer Research Lonnie Poole Golf Course, NCSU
August 15 9:30 am Scientific Cancer Symposium Raleigh Civic & Convention Center
August 15 6 pm V Gala for Cancer Research Raleigh Civic & Convention Center
August 16 9:30 am 16th Annual Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic Lonnie Poole Golf Course, NCSU

 

**All media must have valid Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic Media Credentials.

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I would recommend Saturday’s practice round as an opportunity to interview the various celebrities who are playing in The Classic. They are usually more accessible then, and since Saturday is not open to the general public, the course is less crowded. Please check The Classic’s website, www.golfclassic.org for an updated list of scheduled celebrities. Please let me know if we can assist you with interviews and feel free to contact me at (919) 812-1354 if you have any questions. 

 

I look forward to seeing you at the 2009 Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

Mike Dixon

Vice President

Genesis Marketing Partners

mike@genmp.com

cell: 919-812-1354

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