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May 19, 2012
You are here :: Contact UsJoin Our Email ListJuly 2011 SAF Newsletter

July 2011 SAF Newsletter

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ARC Cape Fear

Services to the Armed Forces Update

July 2011
HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!

Upcoming Events:

 

Step up For Soldiers Old Fashioned Cookout

Hannah Block USO (120 S Second St., Wilmington)

5pm - $10 Donation feeds entire family followed by entertainment

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Children's Museum of Wilmington

116 Orange St Wilmington, NC

Open 9am-5pm

½ off admission for military and family

 

4th Of July Fireworks Celebration

Downtown Wilmington (Water St.)

Music Daniel Parish Band

5pm-9:30pm Fireworks at 9:05pm

 

Carolina Beach Pleasure Island Fireworks

July 3 - Gazebo Entertainment- 6:30pm

Fireworks- 9pm

 

Fourth of July Parade and Festival Fireworks

Downtown Southport, NC

Parade at 11am and Fireworks at 9pm
Tips to Stay Safe Over the Holiday Weekend:
  • Buckle up, slow down, and don't drive impaired.
  • Be well rested and alert; give your full attention to the road.
  • Use caution in work zones.
  • Observe speed limits.
  • Make frequent stops.
  • Be respectful of other motorists and follow the rules of the road.
  • If you plan on drinking, designate a driver who won't drink.
  • Clean your vehicle's lights and windows to help you see, especially at night.
  • Turn your headlights on as dusk approaches, or during inclement weather.
  • Don't overdrive your headlights.
  • Don't let your vehicle's gas tank get too low.
  • If you have car trouble, pull as far as possible off the highway.
  • Carry a Disaster Supplies Kit in your trunk.
  • Find out what disasters may occur where you are traveling, especially if they are disasters you have never experienced before.
  • Find out how you would get information in the event of a disaster (local radio systems, emergency alert systems).
  • Pay attention to the weather forecast for your destination.
  • Travel and weather web sites can help you avoid storms and other regional challenges that could impact your safety.
  • Let someone know your destination, your route, and when you expect to arrive.
  • If your car gets stuck along the way, help can be sent along your predetermined route.

Volunteers Support Step Up for Soldiers
Fishing Tournament

Photo courtesy of Step Up for Soldiers
Red Cross volunteers supportered the Sixth Annual Step up for Soldiers Children's Fishing Tournament on June 11th.
 
Over 100 children got the opportunity to fish with Mom or Dad. A number of kids were surprised to see a parent just returning from oversees.
 
Volunteers lent a hand as children fished throughout the day.
 
Help us Help You!
 


Do you know of businesses that provide military discounts or great local resources for the military members and their families?

The Cape Fear Chapter is collaborating with local organizations to create a Resource Guide for military members and families. Please send us your information.

 

What do military organizations do in times of disaster?

We want to know what your military organizations do during times of disaster so we know how to better serve the community. Tell us what you do. Email FlynnW@usa.redcross.org


Sincerely,

Wendy Flynn
Program Coordinator, Services to the Armed Forces
American Red Cross - Cape Fear Chapter
FlynnW@usa.redcross.org
910-762-2683 x328
In This Issue
4th of July
Stay Safe
What we're doing
Donate Blood
Volunteer

FREE Baskets for Babies!
baby baskets
Do you know a military family expecting a baby? Red Cross has teamed up with volunteers and businesses to provide a "Basket for Baby".

If you know someone who may be a candidate for a baby basket, please email Wendy Flynn or call 910-762-2683 x328.

Quantities are limited and on a "first come, first served basis".
Quick Links
Donate Blood Today!

Coast Guard Diligence hosts blood drive July 27th on Water Street in Downtown Wilmington

The Wilmington Blood Center is located at

1102 South 16th St. Walk-ins are welcome.

 

Blood Center Hours:

Mon: 12pm-6pm

Wed: 12pm-6pm

Fri: 8am-2pm

 

For more info visit

www.redcrossblood.org

or call 910-254-GIVE.

 

SAF Tags
 

Red Cross Racing is proud to serve those who serve us. Support the American Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) by giving your Donor Rewards points back. Points help Red Cross provide even more comfort and support to troops and their families.

Become a Volunteer!

Check out our volunteer opportunities here

and fill out the volunteer application form.

 

Our veterans and miitary members have been a great asset to our organization. We need your help at our blood drives and with logistics and mass care during disasters.
 
This email was sent to mihma@usa.redcross.org by flynnw@usa.redcross.org |
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