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CommonGood E-News What's happening in  social justice, social action and community outreach  in Dare County,  Currituck Outer Banks and Lower Currituck. April 9, 2009 Harmony Cafe Film Series Women and Heart Disease Long Term Care Lunafest Mobile Food Pantry Participate in CommonGood Harmony Cafe at St. Andrews by the Sea Friday APR 17, 7pm Nick Hodsdon & Liquescence. Tickets $5.00 Includes Wonderful Music, endless coffee from SOUTHEN BEAN, Delicious Desserts, Tea & & Water. Benefit GEM. Peace Justice Interfaith Coalition Film Series April 21, 7:00 pm Holy Redeemer Church New Faces: Latinos in North Carolina  April 21, 7:00 pm, Holy Redeemer Church  Currently anti-immigrant sentiment seems to be on the rise in the United States, and Latinos are feeling some of the strongest effects of this backlash. It is essential that the wider community has opportunities to gain a greater understanding of who these new Latino immigrants are and to examine the economic and social realities that drive their migration to the United States and to North Carolina.  From, Working Films, Wilmington, NC,  a national, nonprofit organization available to all independent filmmakers and community organizers Women and Heart Disease. Virginia Dare Business & Professional Women Invite Interested Women of the Community to learn how to prevent heart disease, heart attacks and strokes!  Tuesday, April 14, 6:00, Dinner. 7:30 presentation by  Kim Ceaser, Physician Assistant to Dr. White, Cardiologist at Outer Banks Heart Center.  She has been practicing cardiology and internal medicine for East Carolina Cardiovascular for the past four years on the Outer Banks.    E-mail if you can attend dinner. Feel free to come after 7 for the program. Care in the Long Term in North Carolina May 11 & 12, 2009   This event is co-sponsored by a coalition of aging and disability organizations, groups and supporters.  Key Conference Highlights: ·        Keynote address on the state of care in the long term in NC ·        Update of the state budget picture ·        Breakout sessions on advocacy skills ·        Discussion of key issues related to longterm care services   ·        Opportunity to talk with your legislators about your concerns and to see the General Assembly in action   Registration for one or both days is possible,  Visit http://www.forltc.org Friends of residents in long term care. Need Volunteers? Most organizations need volunteers, whether on a regular basis or a one time need for a special event.  CommonGood will be featuring a Volunteers Needed Article on a regular basis.  If you are interested in submitting a listing, please email nancy203@gmail.com with 'Volunteers Needed' in the Subject field. Send the name of your organization, website, contact name, email and phone number.  Provide a description of volunteer opportunities including frequency, flexibility, location, etc. LUNAFEST is coming to the Outer Banks. April 15, Wednesday 7 pm, sponsored by  Dare County Arts Council, Ticket Price: $10.00, at Kelly's Outer Banks Restaurant & Tavern LUNAFEST was established in 2000 by LUNA, the makers of the Whole Nutrition Bar for Women, to simultaneously promote women filmmakers, raise awareness for women's issues, and support worthy women's nonprofit organizations throughout the U.S. and Canada. LUNAFEST is completely funded by LUNA and run by a small, dedicated group of LUNA employees. 100 percent of all proceeds are donated to charity - 15 percent to the Breast Cancer Fund and the remaining 85 percent of proceeds go directly back to hosting community organizations. Filled with stories of reflection and whimsy, hope and humor, grace and perseverance, LUNAFEST films are renowned for celebrating the talents and stories of women. LUNAFEST's films have won industry awards and audience accolades, and the films selected for 2008-09 LUNAFEST share this brilliance. From quirky animation to touching documentaries, the 10 selected films are incredibly diverse in both style and subject matter, united by a common thread of exceptional storytelling by...for...about women. Mobile Food Pantry On Wednesday,  April 15, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the Food Bank of the Albemarle in partnership with Colington United Methodist Church will bring the Mobile Food Pantry to First Flight High School  in Kill Devil Hills.   Food Bank of the Albemarle serves a 15 county, 22,000 square mile area, in Northeastern North Carolina.  Over 100 non-profit member agencies include food pantries, soup kitchens, day care centers, juvenile and senior citizen residential programs, and shelters.  These agencies either pick up food from our warehouse in Elizabeth City, NC or it is delivered to them for distribution to the hungry men, women, and children in their their ommunities. How is Food Distributed? Agencies are mailed a product's list monthly and they are able to call the food hotline for updates. The Bank is currently working on internet access to yjr products list. An order is placed with the Bank which is pulled from the warehouse floor and is pulled together for pickup, drop off, or delivery. A small shared maintenance fee (18 cents/pound) is charged to help cover cost of transportation, staffing, handling and warehousing, although last year approximately 50% of our product was distributed at no cost to agencies, as we are doing this year. The Mobile Food Pantry will serve area residents that struggle to make ends meet that are in need of emergency food assistance.   Who is eligible?  Senior Citizens living on fixed incomes  Disabled   Any Individual or family currently receiving food stamps.  Working Families that are making tough choices between buying food or paying for necessities, such as rent, utilities, medications and gas to go to work. Please bring a picture identification and be  prepared to carry your groceries back to your home, a laundry basket or wagon or small cart may be needed.  We would appreciate any contribution of excess plastic grocery bags you would like to contribute. Interfaith Community Outreach / Outback Golf Tournament Time to sign upfor  the June Tournament to benefit ICO.  Visit ICO website for more information. Events and Activities listed may not represent the position of the editor, every organization, sponsor or subscriber.  Please submit articles for publications plus attached photographs to nancy203@gmail.com by Tuesday prior to publication date.   Almost 400 people subscribe to CommonGood E-News.  People who are actively engaged in our communities by serving as volunteers and paid professionals in a wide range of nonprofit organizations and government human services.  CommonGood E-News is a great way to reach these wonderful and caring people.   Blessings to all,   Nancy   CommonGood does not cover politics, environmental issues, and the arts since these are areas that are well-covered in other media in our area.   Congregational activities which serve the greater good are also covered.   Update your profile.  See what other newsletters are available through Common Good.  Nancy Proctor

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Women and Heart Disease

Women and Heart Disease.

Virginia Dare Business & Professional Women Invite Interested Women of
the Community to learn how to prevent heart disease, heart attacks and
strokes! Tuesday, April 14, 6:00, Dinner. 7:30 presentation by Kim Ceaser,
Physician Assistant to Dr. White, Cardiologist at Outer Banks Heart Center.
She has been practicing cardiology and internal medicine for East Carolina
Cardiovascular for the past four years on the Outer Banks.
E-mail if you can attend dinner. Feel free to come after 7 for the
program.

Harmony Café

Harmony Cafe at St. Andrews by the Sea

Friday APR 17, 7pm

Nick Hodsdon & Liquescence. Tickets $5.00 Includes Wonderful Music,
endless coffee from SOUTHEN BEAN, Delicious Desserts, Tea & & Water. Benefit
GEM.
and The Nags Head Lions club.

Seabreeze florist - 305-8575

I have received the sad news that Seabreeze florist has closed their store
front.
They are still in business, and they can be reached at 252.305.8575.
If you are looking for beautiful floral arrangements, and terrific service
give Seabreeze florist a call.
252.305.8575
I assure you, you will not be disappointed.

Angelo Sonnesso
Music for all occasions
Vocals and Keyboards
From rock to Bach
(252 202-1190
toll-free (866) 269-1380
angelo@angelomusic.com

Sharing the Care

The working hours are 10:30am to 3:30pm,

Tuesday through Friday.

Come experience this labor of love.

GEM Respite Services

GEM RESPITE SERVICES · TEL: 252.480.3354 · FAX : 252.480.0359 · E-MAIL:
GSONNESSO@GMAIL.COM
http://www.gemdayservices.org

Share the Care

Are you the primary caregiver for a loved one?
If so, you know that it isn't easy to make time for
yourself. Especially if you find it difficult to admit that
you need help or even to consider allowing some one
else to care for your beloved family member. At GEM
Respite Services we understand the challenge of
juggling caregiving, work, family, friends and other
important aspects of daily life. We know that "burnout"
is a very real result of not having time to focus on
yourself.
We like to think of ourselves as your partner in
caregiving. Our goal is to give you the opportunity to
take a break from the demands of your role in order
to relieve stress, restore energy and achieve balance in
your daily life. It is proven that a respite will make you
a better caregiver which in turn will give you and your
loved one a better quality of life. We're dedicated to
providing you with training, support and encourage-
ment to ensure your success as the primary caregiver.
We encourage you to visit us so you can view first
hand the love and dedication of our staff and the
benefits of our program for the participants. Our
services begin at 10:30 am and conclude at 3:30 pm.
(Tues. ­ Thurs.) We are located at The Dream Center,
205 E. Baltic Ave. (MM 11.5), Nags Head.
Contact Gail Sonnesso at 252.480.3354 for more
information on enrollment, fees and financial
assistance.
With GEM Adult Respite Services
The GEM Center
The GEM Center is a specialized non-profit,
on the Outer Banks, that provides day services
for people with dementia. Located at The
Dream Center in Nags Head, we focus on
activity as a meaningful occupation in the lives
of those with memory loss or other cognitive
impairments. Our specially-trained caregivers
create a home-like atmosphere with daily
activities that promote stimulation, recreation,
and companionship for our participants.
Delivering Expert Dementia
Care, Education and Support
GEM RESPITE SERVICES, INC. · TEL: 252.480.3354 · FAX : 252.480.0359 ·
E-MAIL: GSONNESSO@GMAIL.COM
http://www.gemdayservices.org
"We want you know how pleased and excited we are about GEM. Since we
enrolled our father, Francis Rogallo, we've seen a marked improvement
in his personality, and we attribute this welcome change to your
marvelous program." ­ Bunny Rogallo Samuels and Carol Rogallo
Open Tuesday ­ Thursday from
10:30 am ­ 3:30 pm
Located at The Dream Center
MM: 11.5
205 E. Baltic Street
Nags Head
Drop-Ins are welcome
Directions from the North:
Traveling south on 158, make a left
at the Barnes St. light by East
Carolina Bank (ACE Hardware is
across the highway on the other
corner.) Go two blocks and make a
left on Memorial Dr. Proceed 1.5
blocks and make a left into the
parking lot of The Dream Center.
Go in the main entrance and we are
directly to your right.
Directions from the South:
Traveling from the south on 158,
make a right at the Barnes St.
light by East Carolina Bank (ACE
Hardware is across the highway on
the other corner.) Go two blocks
and make a left on Memorial Dr.
Proceed 1.5 blocks and make a left
into the parking lot of The Dream
Center. Go in the main entrance
and we are directly to your right.
GEM Respite Services, Inc.
GEM RESPITE SERVICES · TEL: 252.480.3354 · FAX : 252.480.0359 · E-MAIL:
GSONNESSO@GMAIL.COM
http://www.gemdayservices.org

Presenting Harmoney Café!!!

Mark your calendars for Friday, March 13th, 7-9pm at All Saints' in the
Gathering Space. GEM will be presenting Harmony Café which will feature
headliners Jerry Cook and "Musicmakers of the Outer Banks", Angelo Sonnesso
will sing "Danny Boy", and other songs. We welcome people to participate in
our open MIC -share your talents.

All this great entertainment for $5 including endless Coffee, select teas,
and delightful homemade cakes and other treats. Enjoy a night out and
support GEM adult Day Services, Inc. and the Nags Head Lions Club at the
same time. Call Gail Sonnesso at 480-3354 for more information.

email Gail at gailesonnesso@gemdayservices.org

http://www.gemdayservices.org