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July 11 - 4:30 pm - 13, 2008 - 10:00 am
The Triplet Connection hosts

The Triplet Connection 2009 Convention - Multiples in the Mist
July 11 - 4:30 pm - 13, 2008 - 10:00 am

Friday, July 11 - 4:30 pm to 9 pm at the Buffalo/Niagara Marriott**
Saturday, July 12 - 9 am to Noon at the Buffalo/Niagara Marriott**
Saturday, July 12, 3 pm to 6 pm at Buffalo Launch Club**
Sunday, July 13, 8:30 - 10 am at the Buffalo/Niagara Marriott**

Convention Details:
Triplet, Quad and higher multiple need not be a member of Triplet Connection to attend. Registration Fees cover the entire 3 days of convention and some meals; hotel sleeping room costs are extra. Admission is low because costs are subsidized partly by The Triplet Connection's convention fundraising efforts

Fees for the weekend (excluding hotel):
Parents: $93 each
Accompanying adults: $70 each
Children: Ages 11-18: $65 each
Children: Ages 2-10: $55 each
Under Age 2 - Free (no lunch provided)

The 2008 Multiples in the Mist Niagara Falls Convention is sponsored by The Triplet Connection, the world's largest non-profit providing support, information, and a social network for families expecting or raising triplets, quadruplets, quintuplets and higher order multiples.

**Running from Friday, July 11 at 4:30 pm through Sunday, July 13 at 10 a.m., the majority of the convention takes place at the Buffalo/Niagara Marriott, 1340 Millersport Highway, Amherst, NY 14221. The Triplet Parade and Picnic held in conjunction with this 3-day gathering takes place offsite, on Sat. July 12 3-6 p.m. at the Buffalo Launch Club, 503 East River Road, Grand Island, NY 14072

Registration & Convention Info:
Kree Lindsay, 562-944-3395, kreelindsay@verizon.net

Media Queries ONLY:
Janis Brett Elspas, 310-594-1379, janis@janiselspas.com

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July 14, 2008 11:50 am - 7:00 pm
Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center hosts

6th Annual Swing for Success Golf Tournament & Auction
July 14, 2008 11:50 am - 7:00 pm

Join us for the 6th Annual "Swing for Success" Golf Tournament and Auction on Monday, July 14th at Park Country Club. The day will be filled with contests, including the Jet Blue Challenge, great prizes and wonderful auction items. The event is sponsored by Lawley Service Group, Merchants Insurance Group, Pella Windows and Doors, Delaware North Companies and KeyBank.

Proceeds from the Tournament will help teach deaf students to communicate orally without the use of sign language, offer scholarships to needy children for our Language to Literacy Program, and enable BHSC to add services like our newly designed Bridge Builders Program which was created to help children with symptoms of Autism.

Email Carla LiVecchi at clivecchi@askbhsc.org for more information.

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July 17, 2008 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Upstate New York Transplant Services and The Zenger Group hosts

9th Annual Bear Open, George J. Zenger Memorial Golf Tournament
July 17, 2008 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

The 9th Annual Bear Open

George J. Zenger Memorial Golf Tournament

Thursday, July 17, 2008
Glen Oak Golf Course
11am - Registration & Lunch
12pm - Shotgun Start
6pm - Cocktail Reception
7pm - Dinner

All proceeds to benefit Upstate New York Transplant Services.

George J. Zenger proved that one person can make a difference, and he gave all to what he felt was important in life - his family and community. Better known as “Bear” he was one of those people who influenced the lives of so many. Today "Bear's" legacy still lives on.

To date, The Bear Open – George J. Zenger Memorial Golf Tournament - has raised over $100,000 for Upstate New York Transplant Services (UNYTS) – making the organization better able to increase awareness about donation through education and outreach programs. That effort continues, so please join friends, co-workers and colleagues in continuing to honor “The Bear” and support UNYTS’ mission. And as always, let’s have some fun!

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July 18, 2008 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Roswell Park Alliance Foundation hosts

Denim & Diamonds
July 18, 2008 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

"Come Aboard" at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park for Denim & Diamonds, a summer cocktail party to benefit cancer research and patient care programs at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. The evening will include finger foods, a fabulous silent auction, grand prizes, and music and dancing under the stars.

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July 24 - 6:00 am - 25, 2008 - 6:00 pm
Hospice Foundation hosts

Where Hope Lives Radiothon
July 24 - 6:00 am - 25, 2008 - 6:00 pm

Regent Broadcasting will present a 36 hour live Radiothon to raise awareness and support of Hospice services in Erie County. The “Where Hope Lives” Radiothon to benefit Hospice Buffalo will be held on WYRK. The live broadcast will feature patient and family stories, while focusing on the important work Hospice Buffalo provides in our community.

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July 26, 2008 11:59 am - 5:00 pm
Peek 'n Peak Resort hosts

Art, Jazz & Wine Fest
July 26, 2008 11:59 am - 5:00 pm

Enjoy artistic talent from across the tri-state region while sipping a variety of wines. Listen to popular Jazz, and learn about local artists - all at Peek 'n Peak Resort!

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July 27, 2008 11:59 am - 1:00 pm
Our Lady of Victory hosts

72nd Annual Father Baker Day
July 27, 2008 11:59 am - 1:00 pm

The 72nd Annual Father Baker Day Mass will be held Sunday, July 27, 2008 at 12 noon, in the Our Lady of Victory Basilica. The mass honors the legacy of the Saintly Nelson Baker and is open to the public with a reception to follow. This special day includes a procession of city dignitaries including the Mayor of Lackawanna. Please join us and for more information, contact Cassandra Okon at 828-9289.

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July 28, 2008 12:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Buffalo Niagara Partnership hosts

15th Annual Golf & Tennis Outing
July 28, 2008 12:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Registration & Lunch - 12:30 p.m.
Shotgun start, scramble format - 1:30 p.m.
Tennis tournament - 1:45 p.m.
Dinner - 6:00 p.m.
Join us at the Brierwood Country Club for our premier networking golf and tennis event. Includes buffet lunch, golf with cart or tennis, hors d'oeuvres, full bar, sit-down dinner, auction and awards.

TICKETS Golf Spots: $220 individual member $275 non-member
Golf Foursomes*: $800 member $1,000 non-member
Tennis Spots: $150 member $180 non-member
Dinner only: $50.00 Members $65.00 Non-Members
*Note: all foursomes include a tennis spot and meals for five.

Contact Charlene Janiga at 716.541.1770 or at cjaniga@thepartnership.org for information or to reserve your spot today!

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July 30, 2008 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Ronald McDonald House hosts

7th Annual 5K Run Walk
July 30, 2008 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

This annual race features a certified and sanctioned course through beautiful neighborhood streets, starting and finishing at the Ronald McDonald House. The event raises funds to benefit the House and the services it provides. For more information, please call (716) 883-1177.

Over 700 racers compete each year, enjoying a great evening and a terrific post-race party, voted one of Buffalo’s best post-run parties! The party features live music by The Path. Join us for food, beer, pop, awards and more!

New for 2008, the Ronald McDonald 5K run/Walk is participant in “Western New York’s Fabulous 5 Racing Series” which includes five of your favorite WNY 5K races.

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