Newest articles on The Sacramento Press tagged as "march of dimes"

Niello Concours at the Capitol

2011-05-02T22:12:41Z

The Niello Concours at the Capitol took place across on the street facing the State Capitol west steps on Saturday, April 30, 2011. The show benefitted the 2011 March of Dimes, March for Babies walk. A large gathering came together at the west steps of the Capitol and dozens of informational and vendor booths were on hand to disseminate educational and informational materials for the March of Dimes.

The 2011 Concours d'Elegance, held at the State Capitol saw a gathering of motor cars, auto enthusiasts, walk participants and the general public to this all ages event. Niello and the Premier Concours Promotions participated in this year’s March for Babies walk which is the longest-running and most widely recognized walking event in the nation. This walk has generated more than $1.5 billion for the March of Dimes over its 41-year history.

This 2011 Concours inaugural event showcased dozens of collectible and luxury vehicles from many exotic car collectors in northern California. Prizes were awarded at the end of the exhibition for the Best of Show Competition. For this event, Best of Show was awarded to the entrant who raised the most money for March of Dimes.

The Niello Company joined forces with Premier Concours Promotions, producers of Niello Concours at Serrano. Several of the vehicles showcased were owned by the Niello Company including a 1959 Porsche Convertible D, a 1948 Cadillac Convertible, and a 1935 Packard Convertible as well as other classic and new vehicles. As it was said, the real winner of this competition was the March of Dimes.

March for Babies gives hope to the more than half a million babies born too soon each year. Money raised by hundreds of walkers at the Capitol supports programs in our communities and helps moms have healthy, full-term pregnancies. Many volunteers and staff were on hand to encourage and support the walkers. Volunteers, sponsors and entertainers created a fun and rewarding atmosphere and most of the participants enjoyed great weather and great company for this worthwhile event.

Michele Moore, Marketing Director Niello Concours at Serrano, was on hand to talk with vehicle owners and guests. Michele feverishly worked to coordinate the event and could be seen talking to the showcase automobile owners, March of Dimes coordinators, event photographers and guests.

Awards were given to participants of the Niello Concours Capitol. Michelle started off by announcing the winners saying, “We’re so thrilled to be here today. We’ve had so much fun with the Niello Concours Capitol. I would like to give out the award for the Ambassador Family for March of Dimes 2011. The Studder family chose their favorite car and they chose a 1935 REO Speed Wagon Pickup, Mr. Van Steyn is the winner.” Michele asked Pete Van Steyn to say a few words, “It’s an honor to be here and to have a 1935 REO, there’s only 4 or 5 in the world.” said Van Steyn indicating that it took him 4-5 years to remodel.

“Now for our Best of Show award we are very excited because we came up the idea that whichever entrant in the show raised the most money on behalf of their car would win best of show. We are so excited because the gentleman that won is a March of Dimes baby. He was born with polio and he was helped by March of Dimes for 14 years and I’m proud to announce that Geoffrey Horton with a 1955 Jaguar XK 140 won.”

Mr. Horton came up to the microphone saying, “I’ll like to thank the March of Dimes the Niello family and Brian and Michele for putting on a great event and for helping my family years ago.” He gave heartfelt thanks.

Rick Niello also came to the microphone to say, “On behalf of the Niello family I’ll like to thank you very much for attending and I’d like to thank the winners. It was a very special day, thank you.

Michele ended by saying “Thank you for making this inaugural event so great we love your enthusiasm so we hope to see you next year and we’ll have more cars. Thank you so much.”

The Ryan Hernandez Band who had been playing prior to the Niello Concours at the Capital winners were announced came back to the stage to continue playing. They played great covers songs and for a while dancers moved in front of the stage as the music played on.

Volunteers soon began to clean up and put equipment away. They were very well organized and March of Dimes and Niello Concours were lucky to have such great and enthusiastic volunteers on hand.

Premier Concours Promotions presents several Concours d'Elegance events throughout the year. The 8th annual Niello Concours at Serrano will be held on Sunday, October 2 this year. Log on to their website to see other Concours events.

What's Happening At The Capitol: April 24

2010-04-24T06:00:16Z

7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

March of Dimes will be having a March for Babies walk. March of Dimes is an organization that supports research to make sure babies begin healthy lives. Registration starts at 7 a.m., but the walk starts at 9 a.m. at the west steps of the Capitol. Seventy-six cents of every dollar raised supports research. About 7,000 people are expected to attend. No other information was available.

Best of Sacramento Celebrate

2009-11-21T03:47:11Z

"Oh god, this is gonna be a long night," said radio personality Jack Armstrong as he and Joe Getty kicked off the 11th annual Best of Sacramento party on Thursday.

The party, a benefit for the March of Dimes, was full of Sacramento Magazine's notion of the best of what Sacramento has to offer, everything from food and drinks to local media and entertainment.

"It's really a huge honor, it's a reflection of the station I work for," said 'Best TV Reporter Team' winner Edie Lambert. "It's a big compliment to quality journalism."

Booths filled the Convention Center, and lines wrapped around the exhibit hall as attendees took full advantage of the free food, services and other goodies.

Express Event Imaging and Sacramento News & Review offered free photographs gracing the covers of Sacramento Magazine and SN&R, Hoshall's Salon and Spa's fashion show featured dramatic hair, makeup and clothes, and KCRA 3's news team --Walt Gray, Mark Finan, Mike TeSelle, Kelly Brothers, Del Rodgers, Eileen Javora and Adrienne Bankert -- posed for pictures with attendees. The team also swept the media category.

"I heard this was the place to be," said first-time attendee Scott Wood. "I could joke and say there should be more free booze, but I think there's plenty."

Booths hawked products and services while providing freebies that ranged from body waxing to information from the zoo on the difference between apes and monkeys.

"We're glad to be here to let people know that the zoo isn't just for kids, even though we were voted 'best place to take the kids'," said Sacramento Zoo employee Lara Kirkendall.

The event raises money for the March of Dimes, devoted to the safety and care of infants.

"We raised $400,000 for March of Dimes, we had more sponsors than ever before. We are now up to $3.4 million for the charity," said Joe Chiodo, publisher of Sacramento Magazine. "This is our best year yet."

Dozens of attendees bid on silent auction items, the main source of donations.

"We came to support the March of Dimes, we're making our way to the auction tables," said Stephanie Thompson, attending for the first time. "They also have excellent sushi from Sapporo Grill and the atmosphere is great."

For more information, and to see all of the 'Best of' winners, visit the Sacramento Magazine website. For more information on the March of Dimes or to make a donation, visit the March of Dimes website.

The best will come together

2009-11-18T04:49:03Z

The spotlight is on Sacramento at the 'Best of' party hosted by Sacramento Magazine, Thursday at the Convention Center.

The winners from the "best of" categories will show what they've got while attendees can try out the best products, services, and entertainment that Sacramento has to offer. The winner for best candy store, Sees Candy and the winner for best regional winery Bogel Vineyards will be a couple of the participating vendors at the party.

The winners from the eight categories will be showing attendees what they've got, allowing them to sample products, services and entertainment - the best Sacramento has to offer.

Some of this year's winners include , Best New Fun Spot, MIX Downtown, Best Place To Get a Tattoo, Wild Bill's Tattoo and Best Kings Player, Kevin Martin.

"We're excited for the entertainment," Megan Chiechi, marketing director for Sacramento Magazine said. "We have Ryan Hernandez (local acoustic alternative artist) performing, 60 wineries, 70 restaurants, a grand display of a fire engine that people can take pictures with, free massages, Western Feed is making free dog tags, and there will be party bags."

The party will benefit the March of Dimes, the leading non-profit organization for pregnancy and baby heath. Last year's event raised $400,000 for the charity, and they hope to match that this year, according to Chiechi.

"Other chapters of the March of Dimes (around the country) had been doing these 'Best of' parties with city regional magazines in other cities," Chiechi said. "Our local chapter of the March of Dimes originally approached us to start our own 'Best of' party in Sacramento. Thus, the Best of Sacramento Party began."

Sacramento Magazine has been hosting the 'Best of Sacramento' party for the past 10 years.

The silent auction offering goods and services from some of Sacramento's best will begin at 4:30 p.m., doors will open at 5:30, and tickets are $75 in advance and $95 on the day of the party. To purchase tickets to the event, visit the Sacramento Magazine website. To learn more about the March of Dimes or to make a donation visit the March of Dimes website.

What's Happening at the Capitol: May 18, 19

2009-05-18T19:15:04Z

Monday, May 18

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. California Immigrant Center will be holding their annual Immigrant Day Rally on the west steps of the Capitol. 250 people are expected.

"Immigrants and their supporters from around California will converge on the West Steps of the State Capitol Building in Sacramento to celebrate Immigrant Day on May 18, 2009, and take the message to lawmakers that to recover from the economic crisis the state needs to maintain support to California's workforce and its families," says a media advisory.

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. March of Dimes's California chapter will be holding their annual lobby day on the south steps of the Capitol for an expected crowd of 100 people.

"Join us for the March of Dimes advocacy event of the year as we discuss our mission with California’s state legislators. Let them know the importance of helping California moms and babies. This is your chance to make a difference by telling them your story and why you volunteer for March of Dimes," says the event's page.

Noon - 1 p.m. Sacramento Areas Coalition Against the Death Penalty will be holding a vigil against the death penalty. 20 people are expected to participate in the rally on the north steps of the Capitol.

Noon - 3 p.m. "The Run For FUNds" charity run for the San Carlos Charter Learning Center will end near the fish pond at the Capitol, culminating in a rally that will draw an expected 200 people.

"The Run for FUNds is also the largest-ever fundraiser in the school’s 15-year history. It seeks to raise $100,000 to save Spanish classes and library programs being cut due to the funding crisis, and to ensure school can open for classes this fall," says the race's webpage.

Tuesday, May 19

9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. American Medical Response will be holding an emergency vehicle display on the south steps of the Capitol to a small audience of eight people.

10 a.m - 3 p.m. Association of International Automobile Manufacturers will be displaying energy efficient vehicles on the north steps of the Capitol to 50 people.

Eat, shop & play to support a good cause

2009-04-23T18:56:48Z

It seems more so now than ever before that organizations across the board are reaching out for help. Despite all of the "doom-and-gloom" being reported on in the news, I consider myself to be a fairly positive person with an optomistic outlook on life. However, reality tends to sink in a little when you find that local mainstays within your hometown are being threatened. These times of "crisis" are when charity organizations and community support foundations see a significant spike in demand for their services. Every week there are events being held to raise money and awareness for various causes that will likely relate to every person at some point in their life. This week, I stumbled upon a handful of various causes to consider. Whether you enjoy shopping, a night of great food, a pint of beer with friends or a day out in the sunshine with other people, you should be able to find one of these events "beneficial" to attend.

Tonight!!

People Reaching Out: Art of the Kitchen
Benefitting: People Reaching Out
The goal of PRO is to promote a healthy community by empowering youth to make healthy choices, strengthening families to guide their children away from drugs and violence, and forming effective partnerships working together to build a strong community.

Food and one-of-a-kind art are on the menu. This is a celebration of all good things that go in and come from the kitchen. Enjoy cooking demonstrations by some of the areas top chefs. Also featuring one-of-a-kind art pieces by Steve Memering, Michael Kennedy, Yuko Carson, Viki Asp, Clare Bailey, Kristin Hoard, Arbo Barnarnd, and many more.

Where: Lounge on 20 (20th & K St); Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Tickets: Tickets are $100, five for $500
Info Phone: (916) 576-3300

S.O.S.- An Evening With the Dancers & Silent Auction
Benefitting: The Sacramento Ballet

The first ever Dancer organized event!- The Vizcaya Mansion has generously donated their space for a night of entertainment, wine, food, live music, games, a special performance by the Dancers & a silent auction. Local businesses are contributing items for the auction and if you have anything that you would like to contribute, email us at: saveoursacballet@gmail.com. Some of the auction items include: vacation packages, family packages, dance lessons, ballet tickets and much more!

Where: Vizcaya Mansion & Pavilion (2019 21st Street); Time: 7:00pm
Tickets: $10 Advance, $15 Door
Info Phone: (916) 552-5800 ext. 102

Saturday

Huge Rummage Sale Fundraiser
Benefitting: Effie Yeaw Nature Center's Pioneer Ranch Living History program

The weather is going to beautiful this weekend! What better reason to get outside with the family than to shop, play & learn together! Check out the bargains and enjoy the history exhibits and activities at this huge rummage sale. If you have items to donate, the donation drop off deadline is Friday, April 24th. **They request to please donate items in good/working condition** Call for a complete list of items they will be accepting.

Where: Ancil Hoffman Park (6700 Tarshes Drive Carmichael, CA) ; Time: 10:00-7:00pm
Info Phone: (916) 489-4918

March For Babies
Benefitting: March of Dimes
The March of Dimes uses 77 cents of every dollar you raise in March for Babies to support research and programs that help moms have full-term pregnancies and babies begin healthy lives. And your funds are used to bring comfort and information to families whose baby was born too soon, or sick.

It's America's favorite walking event! When you walk, you give hope to the families of babies born too soon or sick. The money you raise supports programs in your community that help moms have healthy, full-term pregnancies. And it funds research to find answers to the serious problems that threaten our babies. We've been walking since 1970 and have raised an incredible $1.8 billion to benefit all babies.
The March of Dimes uses 77 cents of every dollar you raise in March for Babies to support research and programs that help moms have full-term pregnancies and babies begin healthy lives. And your funds are used to bring comfort and information to families whose baby was born too soon, or sick.

Where: California State Capitol Park (10th & L St); Time: Registration- 7:30am, Start Time- 9:00am
Tickets: Free, Donations welcome!!
Info Phone: (916) 922-1913

Women and Brewing
Benefitting: W.E.A.V.E. (Women Escaping A Violent Environment)

Each year, the Rubicon Brewing Company honors women in the brewing industry by inviting women and the beer they brew to Sacramento for a showcase day! This event celebrates women in the brewing industry. Special "brewed by women" beer, along with traditional Rubicon beers, will proudly be poured. There will be a silent auction featuring prizes donated by local businesses and supporting breweries.
This event is not only another chance to taste amazing guest beers but both the event and silent auction benefit W.E.A.V.E. A representative will be present at both events to take donations for their Safe House and answer questions about their organization. All proceeds from the day are donated to W.E.A.V.E.

Where: Rubicon Brewing Company (2004 Capitol Ave); Time: 10:00am-Midnight
Info Phone: (916) 448-7032

Sunday

Walk MS - Sacramento 2009
Benefitting: National Multiple Sclerosis Society
The National MS Society is a collective of passionate individuals who want to do something about MS now—to move together toward a world free of multiple sclerosis. MS stops people from moving. We exist to make sure it doesn't.

This event will once again be held at the West Steps of the State Capital building. The route will take you on a stroll through the beautiful, tree-lined streets of downtown and mid-town Sacramento. You have a choice of a 5k or 10k route. Meet new friends on our party route and then celebrate with old friends at the finish line while we walk, give and volunteer to create a world free of MS. The April 26th Sacramento Walk MS promises to be bigger and better than ever. Join us for fantastic food and fun finish-line festivities all while enjoying live music from On Air, a local band, another amazing performance by Jodette’s Belly Dancers and the Ben Ali Shrine Clowns. Dogs are welcome, so bring your canine friend with you.

Where: California State Capitol- West Steps (10th & Capital); Time: Registration- 8:00am, Walk- 9:00am
Tickets: Free (donations gladly accepted!!)
Info Phone: (415) 230-6677

Kaboom! Playground Build
Benefitting: The Salvation Army Playground at the Roy Robinson Oak Park Community Center

It all starts with a playground. Three hundred volunteers are needed to join CaliforniaVolunteers, The Salvation Army of Sacramento County, organizers from KaBOOM! and residents of the community to build a new, safe playground at The Salvation Army. The new playground’s design is based on drawings provided by children who attended a “Design Day” event in March. The new playground will provide thousands of children in the community with a safe place to play. Currently, the children have only outdated equipment to play on, which will be removed to make way for the new playground. This playspace project is one of seven sponsored by CaliforniaVolunteers this year to celebrate the legacy of Cesar E. Chavez. Since 2007, CaliforniaVolunteers has sponsored 20 playspace builds constructed by more than 6,000 volunteers and supported 77 after-school service clubs in Title I middle schools across the state. These done-in-a-day play spaces are dramatic, inspirational events that people come back for again and again.

Where: Ray Robinson Oak Park Community Center (2550 Alhambra Blvd); Time: 8:00am-5:00pm
Tickets: Free
Info Phone: (916) 447-7063 x344

All of these events can be found at Sacramento365.com, the year-round source for Sacramento events. For more information and details about the venues and organizations involved, click on the title of the events or visit www.Sacramento365.com.