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Best Buddies Texas Events
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September 30, 2009
Houston Soiree
Houston, Texas
International Board Member Becca Cason Thrash is teaming up with Anthony K. Shriver to put on a chic soiree cocktail event at Becca and John Thrash’s beautiful home with new and continuing friends of Best Buddies. |
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October 8, 2009
Best Budies Dallas Gala, A World of Love
Dallas, Texas
The Best Buddies Dallas Gala: A World of Love is a spectacular event supporting people with intellectual disabilities in Dallas.
Guests will enjoy a gourmet dinner, an incredible auction and outstanding entertainment at the private estate of Jan Miller and Jeff Rich.
For more information please visit the event website.
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January 17, 2010
Chevron Houston Marathon
Houston, Texas
Best Buddies Texas was proud to be selected as an official charity of the Chevron Houston Marathon.
The event has sold out, but Best Buddies Texas has entries availble for individuals interested in fundraising for Best Buddies.
If you are interested in the half or full marathon or know someone who, encourage them to join team Best Buddies. |
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November, 2010
Life is Sweet, Pastry Chef Showcase
Houston, Texas
Save the date for the inaugural Life is Sweet , Pastry Chef Showcase which is coming to Texas after becoming one of Virginia's most highly anticipated events.
Life is Sweet will showcase spectacular deserts designed, created and presented by Houston's top chefs and their Buddies. Delectable desserts, fabulous friendships...life truly is sweet!
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
kentloftin@bestbuddies.org |
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RACE FOR THE BUDS
Participating in a triathlon, marathon, cycling event, or 5K can be a very rewarding experience, but when you race for a cause the experience can become something truly special.
When you sign up for a race you are taking a risk and challenging yourself much in the same way that our participants with intellectual disabilities are challenged by discrimination and social isolation every day. You can overcome your physical challenge while helping Best Buddies Texas raise money to help people with intellectual disabilities overcome the challenges of social isolation. Join Best Buddies supporters from across the state to help raise awareness and funds for Best Buddies.
Together we can make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities one friendship and job at a time!
TO REGISTER, PLEASE VISIT:
www.bestbuddiestexas.org/race |
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CHARITY BLAST: Good deed. Great Price.
www.CharityBlast.com is a great website that donates a portion of EVERY purchase you make at online stores like Target, Best Buy, Gap, Old Navy, Staples and more to Best Buddies Texas at no additional cost to you. Please find Best Buddies Texas on the main page and shop for our cause! |
Thank you for making each one a success!
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July 24-27, 2009
20th Annual Best Buddies Leadership Conference: We are Best Buddies
Bloomington, Indiana
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
The Best Buddies International Leadership Conference brought together top leaders from high school and colleges worldwide to discuss topics on social inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities, leadership, communication, fund raising, and a variety of other topics.
FOR MORE DETAILS, VISIT:
www.bestbuddiesleadershipconference.org
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April 2009
Best Buddies Midnight Madness
Texas
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY
SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
Ye Be Warned! In the spring of 2009, the hunt is on as students race to the finish in the hottest craze to hit the nation’s college campuses. Best Buddies Midnight Madness is an off-the-wall scavenger hunt with teams consisting of 6-10 players representing numerous organizations on a quest that ends with a DJ’d party open to all students on campus.
FOR MORE DETAILS, VISIT:
www.TheMidnightMadness.com
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April, 2009
Festival of Friendship
Texas
An annual Best Buddies event that celebrates friendship and recognizes all of our volunteers and supporters. This event features a 1-mile Buddy Walk, activity & vendor booths, celebrity guests, live entertainment, and free food and beverages.
Click below to learn more information on how to register, sponsorship information and to make a donation:
April 4th
Houston
University of St. Thomas
April 25th
Dallas
University of Dallas
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February 8, 2009
Buddy Bowl-a-Ton
Dallas, Texas
Come join Best Buddies participants at the 4th Annual Buddy Bowl-a-thon. The $15 admission fee will cover 1 hour of bowling and shoes. All proceeds will go towards the fall 2009 Best Buddies Dance. Prizes will be awarded to the school that brings the most participants and the most spirit!
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January 18, 2009
Chevron Houston Marathon
Houston, Texas
An annual Best Buddies event that celebrates friendship and recognizes all of our volunteers and supporters. This event features activity & vendor booths, celebrity guests, live entertainment, and free food and beverages, and a friendship walk.
Best Buddies Texas has been selected as an official charity of the 2009 Chevron Houston Marathon. We are currently building teams to run in the marathon, half marathon and 5K as well as recruiting volunteers to join our participants as they cheer for our runners on race day. Our kick off meeting is September 2nd at 6:30 PM, to get involved or for more information e-mail KentLoftin@bestbuddies.org
Support a person with intellectual disabilities who is running the race by placing a donation on their page linked below!
Pheobe Cuthbert Page
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November 15, 2008- January 11, 2009
Deck the Halls
Dallas, Texas
The Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture will open the first annual Deck the Halls at Old Red exhibit on Saturday, November 15 in the first floor Special Exhibits Gallery. Best Buddies is one of the 18 Dallas County not-for-profit organizations that will decorate a lit holiday tree or display.
Visitors may "vote" for their favorite holiday display by dropping their donations in a box by each tree. At the close of the exhibit, January 11, the "winner" of this friendly competition, the tree with the most donations, will be announced.
The Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture is located in the West End of downtown Dallas at 100 South Houston Street in the beautifully restored Old Red Courthouse built in 1892.
Best Buddies participants and supporters will received half-off admission on December 7th.
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November 9, 2008
Best Buddies Bash
Dallas, Texas
Check back soon for information about the Best Buddies Bash in the fall of 2008 in Dallas!
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November 7, 2008
Business Buddies: BlackFinn Grill
Addison, Texas
5:00 to 9:00 pm
Business Buddies is a networking opportunity for working professionals that is sponsored by and benefits Best Buddies Texas. For a $5 donation, attendees will enjoy $3 Crown and Down drink specials from 5:00 to 9:00 pm. There will also be a complimentary appetizer buffet from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
BlackFinn Restuarant and Saloon
4440 Belt Line Rd
Addison, TX 75001
(at the corner of Beltline and Midway)
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Fall 2008
The Buddies United in Leadership Development
Dallas & Houston, Texas
The Buddies United In Leadership Development (B.U.I.L.D.) program is an initiative that supports the Best Buddies mission by training individuals with intellectual disabilities from our programs to become skilled public speakers and leaders in their community. BUILD trainings will be conducted in Dallas and Houston in the fall to train Buddy Ambassador to speak on behalf of the Best Buddies mission.
Best Buddies staff in both Dallas and Houston are recruiting volunteers to join their BUILD Committee. The committee in Dallas and the committee in Houston will work to plan the BUILD training sessions for the Buddies, assist the Buddies as speech coaches, and help secure resources so that Buddies can attend the Best Buddies national Leadership Conference.
Houston Buddy Ambassador Training
November 16, 2008 from 1-5 PM
At the Center Serving People with MR
Presentation of the Speeches begins at 4 PM
If you are interested in volunteering at a training or joining the BUILD committees in Dallas or Houston, please contact:
Megan Peet | Program Supervisor
Phone: (214) 979-1114
E-Mail: MeganPeet@bestbuddies.org
Anne Hopton-Jones | Program Manager
Phone: (713) 525-5480
E-Mail: AnneHopton-Jones@bestbuddies.org |
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September 12, 2008
Happy Hour at BlackFinn
Addison, Texas
Drink for a good cause! A donation of $5 granted supporters access to a free hour long appetizer buffet and $3 drink specials.
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September 5-6, 2008
Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Hearst Castle |
Special Musical Guests:
The Black Eyed Peas
View Event Info
Open to all ages and abilities! The event features a 100, 62, or 15-mile bike ride, and 5K run, and 3K walk options. With participation of celebrities and professional athletes, a gourmet barbecue and concert by the Black Eyed Peas, this event has something for everyone!
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August 21, 2008
Night at the Improv
Addison, Texas
Thank you for joining us at the Improv comedy club in Addison for a night of laughs. A portion of the ticket price was given to Best Buddies Texas and will be used to support our programs for people with intellectual disabilities. |
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July 18-21, 2008
19th Annual Best Buddies Leadership Conference: Champions for Friendship
Bloomington, Indiana
INDIANA UNIVERSITY
The Best Buddies International Leadership Conference brought together top leaders from high school and colleges worldwide to discuss topics on social inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities, leadership, communication, fund raising, and a variety of other topics. |
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May 20, 2008
Tory Burch Grand Opening
Galleria Mall
Come join us! Event followed by a Mexican Fiesta at the home of Becca and John Thrash. |
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April 12, 2008
Festival of Friendship
Irving, Texas
The 1st Annual Festival of Friendship was a huge success featuring a Buddy Walk, fun activity booths, free food and drinks and live entertainment. Over 200 participants enjoyed an fun-filled day while helping to raise over $10,000 to support Best Buddies programs in Texas. |
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April 5, 2008
Best Buddies Midnight Madness
Georgetown, Texas
SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Best Buddies Midnight Madness is an off-the-wall scavenger hunt with teams consisting of 4-10 players representing numerous organizations on a quest that ends with a DJ’d party open to all students on campus.
FOR MORE DETAILS, VISIT:
www.TheMidnightMadness.com |
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January 30, 2008
Business Buddies: Metro Grill
Dallas, Texas
Business Buddies is a networking opportunity for working professionals that is sponsored by and benefits Best Buddies Texas. Our January Business Buddies event was hosted by Metro Grill off I-75 and Knox from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. For a donation of $5, attendees enjoyed one free drink ticket and the opportunity to win special prizes. 10% of the food purchased was donated to Best Buddies. |
Check back often for more information on upcoming fund raising events being held throughout the nation!
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