Come to the Table 2008 raises money to benefit local children and families
The Peacemaker Program, Inc. has received more than $18,000 from its annual Come to the Table fundraiser.
Come to the Table was held April 4 and 5 at Daniele’s Banquet Specialist in New Hartford. Many talented local individuals donated their time and hard work to design unique tables for auction to benefit the Peacemaker Program.
The Peacemaker Program would also like to thank the more than 30 volunteers that made this event possible, as well as the board, staff and the following sponsors; UticaOD.com, WKTV, Regent Broadcasting, Park Outdoor Advertising, Nicolas Jewelers, Excellus, Sen Tree Mail & Parcel, Avalon Printing, M & T Bank, Adirondack Bank and Carbone Auto Group for their support.
All proceeds from this event will be used to recruit, screen and train volunteers advocates for local children and volunteer mediators. Both trainings will begin in May.
The Peacemaker Programs next event will be Glow Golf in August at Stonebridge Golf and Country Club in New Hartford.
Glow Golf is memorable night-time golfing tournament lit by the moon, luminaries and glow lights. New to the Glow Golf fundraiser this year is an extra nine holes of golf, bringing the total to 18 holes.
The mission of The Peacemaker Program, Inc. is to offer inclusive, innovative approaches to resolve conflict and achieve positive outcomes for children, families, and the community.
For more information on the Peacemaker Program or to find out how you can become a part of Glow Golf, call (315) 724-1718.
The Peacemaker Program is proud to announce the winners of the Come to the Table 2008 table awards. Judges viewed the 44 total tables and awarded prizes in eight different categories. The winners are as follows:
• Sue Schafer of Frankfort and Mark Leuthauser of Utica with “Tool Time” for Best Use of Theme sponsored by M&T Bank and People’s Choice Award sponsored by Regent Broadcasting.
• Ellen Gall and Kitty Cully both of New Hartford with “MacKenzie’s Courtly Check” for Most Whimsical sponsored by Excellus Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
• Jennifer and Daniel DeLuke of New Hartford with “A Sunday Dinner” for Most Cultural sponsored by UticaOD.com.
• Karen Stanislaus-Fung of Clinton, Rose McCormick of Utica and Ellen Asplund Kohan of New Hartford with “Heavenly Bliss” for Most Elegant sponsored by WKTV.
• Lisa Longretta of Utica and Sharon Getz of Utica with “Easy Like Sunday Morning” for Most Original sponsored by Nicolas Jewelers.
• Kathy Thompson of Clinton, Diana Ortega of Clinton and Annette Simpson of New Hartford with “Magical Masquerade” for Most Artistic sponsored by SenTree Mail & Parcel.
• Eileen LaBarbara of Barneveld and Denise Flihan of Whitesboro with “Cabana Heaven” for Judge’s Choice Award sponsored by Park Outdoor Advertising.
Come to the Table is an original fundraising event that allows local designers and talented individuals to showcase their creativity by designing themed table settings. Guests viewed and entered bids on the table of their choice, during the two-day event held April 4 and 5 at Daniele’s Banquet Specialists.
All proceeds from Come to the Table benefit The Peacemaker Program, Inc., a non-profit agency that utilizes over 300 volunteers that locally provide quality dispute resolution and child advocacy services. The mission of The Peacemaker Program, Inc. is to offer inclusive, innovative approaches to resolve conflict and achieve positive outcomes for children, families, and the community.
Volunteers are always needed to help the Peacemaker Program in attaining its goals. For information on how to help, call the Peacemaker Program at 724-1718 and become part of the difference today.
Come and join us for the 4th Annual Come to the Table exclusive event to benefit children and families served by The Peacemaker Program, Inc. Local designers and talented individuals will create unique table settings for bid or purchase to benefit the Peacemaker Program. The event will be held April 4th and 5th at Daniele’s Banquet Specialists, Seneca Turnpike, New Hartford.
Preview Gala, Friday April 4th - 5pm to 9pm Tickets: $40.00 in advance
• Viewing, bidding and first chance to purchase table designs
• Heavy Hors D'eouvres
• Table Judging and Award Presentation
• "People's Choice" Award Voting and Presentation
• Exclusive Giveaway of a 6 diamond ladies Movado Watch (by Nicolas Jewelers)
• Entertainment by Charles & Rayna Schneider of the Utica Symphony Orchestra
General Event Saturday April 5th - 9am to 3pm General Admission: $5.00, Children 5 &under Free
• Public viewing, bidding and purchase of table designs
• Belly Dancer, Children’s Guitarist Paul Whitney
• Musical Entertainment by Youth Performers under the direction of Susan Wormwood.
• Wine Tasting at 2pm by Stonebridge Inn
• Cheese Tasting at 2pm by the Oneida County Dairy Princess and MVCC
• Children’s Room featuring face painting, crafts, story telling and demonstrations
• Family Magic Show by Ring 101, Utica Chapter of the International Brotherhood of Magicians
• Diamond Valley Demo Team safety demonstration
• SMART- Abduction Awareness Program and Finger Printing by the NYS Police COPS CARE Program
All proceeds from this event will benefit local children and families. The mission of The Peacemaker Program, Inc. is to offer inclusive, innovative approaches to resolve conflict and achieve positive outcomes for children, families, and the community.
Come to the Table is sponsored by Observer Dispatch, WKTV, Regent Broadcasting, SenTree Mail & Parcel, Nicolas Jewelers, Excellus, M&T Bank, and many other fine sponsors. For information please call (315) 724-1718 or visit www.thepeacemakerprogram.org.
Pinwheels for Prevention is a new nationwide public awareness campaign for April, Child Abuse Prevention Month. Pinwheels for Prevention was created by Prevent Child Abuse America and its state chapters. It goes beyond making people aware of the issue of child abuse and neglect. It engages people to act to prevent it from ever happening in the first place.
The campaign is built around the symbol of the pinwheel. Pinwheels are a happy and uplifting symbol of childhood. As a campaign symbol, a pinwheel conveys the message that every child deserves the chance be raised in a healthy, safe, and nurturing environment.
The Peacemaker Program will unveil their pinwheels campaign on Thursday, April 2nd- with a display of over 700 pinwheels at Danielle’s Banquet Specialists, Seneca Turnpike, New Hartford. “In April, we will proudly display over 700 pinwheels- one for every child served by The Peacemaker Program in 2007” says Brenda Episcopo, Executive Director of The Peacemaker Program.
By helping parents work together to resolve conflict, and advocating for the best interests of children in local Family Courts, The Peacemaker Program is actively engaged in the prevention of child abuse. The pinwheels display will kick off Child Abuse Awareness efforts, just days before the agency’s fund-raiser Come To The Table. The event will be held at Danielle’s Banquet Specialists with a Preview Gala on April 4th and a full day event on April 5th. The event will feature child safety activities on Saturday and the Heart Gallery- photos and essays on local children who are free for adoption and seeking families.
The Peacemaker Program, Inc. is a local non-profit agency that relies on over 300 community volunteers to provide quality dispute resolution and child advocacy services. Their mission is to offer inclusive, innovative approaches to resolve conflict and achieve positive outcomes for children, families, and the community. For more information or to find out how you can become involved please contact The Peacemaker Program, Inc. at (315) 724-1718.
'Come to the Table' features unique table designs, arranged by talented local individuals, that are available through auction or purchase to benefit the Peacemaker Program. This exciting 2 day event kicks off with the Preview Gala on Friday April 4th from 5-9 pm at Daniele's Banquet Specialists. Tickets to the Preview Gala are available through advance sale purchase. Mark Richards, of Lite 98.7 will emcee the evening gala, featuring a champagne drawing of a ladies’, 6 diamond Movado watch donated by Nicolas Jewelers. Entries for the diamond drawing will only be sold at the Preview Gala. Select members of the Utica Symphony Orchestra will provide entertainment throughout the evening.
'Come to the Table' is also open to the public on Saturday April 5th from 9am-3pm at Daniele's Banquet Specialists, Seneca Turnpike, New Hartford for a $5 general admission fee. This event features design ideas, children’s activities, wine and cheese tasting, the auction of the beautifully decorated tables, and much more. All proceeds will benefit local children and families.
Cindy Roth, a four year table designer of Utica describes the event as “A unique opportunity to have fun while benefiting a truly worthy cause.”
All proceeds from this event will benefit local children and families. The mission of The Peacemaker Program, Inc. is to offer inclusive, innovative approaches to resolve conflict and achieve positive outcomes for children, families, and the community.
Come to the Table is sponsored by Observer Dispatch, WKTV, Regent Broadcasting, SenTree Mail & Parcel, Nicolas Jewelers, Excellus, M&T Bank, and many other fine sponsors.
For tickets or to find out how you can become a part of this memorable event please call (315) 724-1718.
Come to the Table 2008 award winners
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