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North Carolina
 Over 150 dentists
and hygienists from across the state and in Dare County will provide free dental
services including cleanings, fillings, and extractions to nearly 1000 adult patients
as part of the Missions of Mercy dental program.
To orchestrate such this large
scale event, community volunteers are needed to assist with registration,
parking, set up, clean up, and numerous other support functions. |
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Event Management Class
The
Duke Nonprofit Management Program is offering a class in Event Management on
Thurs. Oct 22, at 9:00 am at the Education Pavillion at The Nature Conservancy
offices at Nags Head Woods. This class will outline a basic
approach to event management including: committee and volunteer development,
planning and implementation, securing appropriate resources, underwriting and
in-kind donations, methods for evaluation, and follow-up strategies. Through
examples of events (both small and large), participants will see how critical
event planning is to setting the stage for success and contingencies for
failure. Whether you are: "fund raising," "friend raising,"
or "fun raising." this class is for you. Fee for the class is $98 with a $7 dollar
materials fee. Scholarships for local
nonprofits are available from the Outer Banks Community Foundation.
Additional
information including registration information is available at obxlearn.org or
from Bob Muller at 252-207-5287. The
Duke program will also offer the class Grassroots Fundraising on Thursday November 10, 2009 9:00 AM with instructor Ruth Peebles and Grant
Proposals: Planning for Positive Results with instructor Amy Montgomery on Thurs. Nov 22. |
Volunteer Opportunities
Albemarle Commission
needs volunteers to deliver nutritious meals to senior citizens in Dare County
Monday through Friday. If you can donate an hour, please contact Della
Perry at 252-475-6543 or Sandra Cantrell Bush at 252-473-5768 ext. 28.
 If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, a partnering church or civic/community organization with Respite Care, please contact, Stephanie Bowers, Program Coordinator at (252) 475-5028.
The Dare Literacy Council (DLC) is in need of volunteer tutors. Contact the DLC to register for both the orientation and training at (252) 216-7773 or dareliteracy@gmail.com.
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Many great organizations are looking for volunteers for fall events and activities. Meet new friends and do good.
Organizations are invited to list volunteer
opportunities at CommonGood or email obxcommongood@gmail.com
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OBXCommon Ground
We share the air, the earth, and the water with each other. Check out information above: | |
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Finding Your Passion: Creatively
and Spiritually
Women: Are you at a point in your life where you need to
make a change but aren't sure which way to turn? 
FINDING YOUR PASSION: CREATIVELY & SPIRITUALLY might be
your answer! This one day women's
workshop on Saturday October 24 from 8am - 4 pm at the Hilton Garden Inn in
Kitty Hawk will be lead by life coach Quiana Grace Frost. Joining Quiana as keynote speaker will be the
female element of the music duo Coyote, Marcy Brenner who is also known for her
documentary, Dead Woman Walking, addressing her journey as a breast cancer
survivor. Also contributing to the
workshop will be award winning artists Carol Trotman (painter) Gail Kowalski
(jewelry designer), Kim Kalman (recording artist).
Kalman, local musician and music minister at Holy Redeemer
by the Sea Catholic Church put the workshop together after have inquiries from
many women who heard her at church or other venues and asked "how can I find my passion?" "I received letters, emails and face to face
questions so I thought this is a topic that needs addressing. Our speakers are all award winning for a
reason. Sharing their experiences will
be a tool in and of it self for our participants."
Quiana Grace Frost who is currently residing in Asheville NC
with her family, has been counselor, teacher and life coach for over 30
years. She will call participants to
find their passion through inspiring stories and exercises.
Additional information and registration form can be found on
line at www.prayerthroughmusic.com
or by calling Kim Kalman at 252-441-2555 or visit www.prayerthroughmusic.com |
Peace and Justice Interfaith Coalition Film Series
October 20, 7:00 pm,
Holy
Redeemer Church, Kitty
Hawk
Money-Driven
Medicine provides a comprehensive analysis of the healthcare industry. It explains why the drive to maximize profits
infects the quality, integrity and efficiency of healthcare at every level. And
looks at how has money-driven medicine come between doctors and their patients?
What are the advantages - and challenges - of moving to a care model based on
informed, shared decision-making which puts the patient's needs first? a new
paradigm - patient-centered care, what everyone agrees medicine should be all
about but rarely is. The film shows how a collaboration based on listening to,
informing and involving patients and their families in medical decisions and
treatments can improve health outcomes.
After showing of the film, there will be a reflection of
peace, followed with an opportunity for people to share their stories - or the
stories about people they care about - that reflect the challenges and issues
raised in the film.
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October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
 The pink ribbon has become the symbol of hope for a cure for breast cancer and a reminder that breast cancer does not have to be fatal. "Wearing a pink ribbon also reminds women that they need to get regular breast checkups," said Melinda Beach, Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program Coordinator for the Dare County Department of Public Health (DCDPH). All women should be conducting monthly breast self-examination, and should have a clinical breast exam as part of their yearly annual gynecological exam. Women, 40 years or older, should be sure to have a screening mammogram every one to two years. A mammogram can detect changes in breast tissue very early. With a mammogram, breast cancer can be found up to two years before it is felt. Breast changes occur in most women, but most of these changes are not caused by cancer. Through the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) and the generosity of the Outer Banks Hospital Community Benefits Foundation, the DCDPH provides free mammograms for eligible women. Women may qualify to get these tests at no cost if they are: � between the ages of 40 and 64, � not enrolled in Medicare Part B or Medicaid, � have little or no health insurance to cover Mammograms and/or Pap tests, and � meet certain household income guidelines. For more information concerning breast cancer screenings and free or low cost breast examinations and mammograms, contact Melinda Beach at 475-5003. |
Children Vaccination
Clinics Scheduled
The Dare County Department of Public Health has scheduled additional flu vaccination clinics for children. Seasonal flu vaccinations will be available for children ages 6 months through 18 years of age. In addition, H1N1 vaccine (Swine Flu) will be available, in limited quantity, for young children. Both vaccinations will be offered at the following locations by appointment:
Dare County Department of Public Health, Frisco
Friday, October 16 from 1- 6 pm
First Flight Middle School
Saturday, October 17 from 9 am- 1 pm
Please call the Dare County Department of Public Health Flu line, 475-5003, Thursday, October 15 and Friday, October 16 from 9 am until 4 pm to schedule your appointment.
There is NO cost for children's seasonal or H1N1 flu vaccine at this time.
The Dare County Department of Public Health recommends all children aged 6 months through 18 years be vaccinated against seasonal and H1N1 influenza. Depending on the age of the child and previous vaccinations, a second dose may be needed. If your child requires a second dose of either flu vaccines please note that all intranasal FluMist vaccines must be separated by 4 weeks between doses.
The H1N1 vaccine is made just like seasonal flu vaccines. The H1N1 vaccines undergo the same rigorous FDA manufacturing oversight, product quality testing and lot release procedures that apply to all seasonal influenza vaccines.
Pediatricians should also receive limited quantities of H1N1 vaccine. Contact your child's healthcare provider of the Dare County Department of Public Health for more information at 475-5003 or visit http://www.darenc.com/Announce/H1N1/index.htm or www.flu.nc.gov.
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