Wednesday, December 5, 2012
YWCA collecting new mittens, gloves, hats, scarfs till Jan. 5
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012
With cold weather is on its way, YWCA Rhode Island is again displaying a Mitten Tree from now until Jan. 5 to help kids who need help staying warm. The Mitten Tree holds mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, socks and other warm clothing on its branches, typically for children. Anyone who is in need of these items is welcome to them. “Our mitten tree has been a tremendous success over the few years. We know that many children benefit from this project during the winter season,” said Deborah L. Perry, YWCA Rhode Island president/chief executive officer, “We are inviting community members to assist in providing warmth to those in need during this holiday season by adding an item to the tree.” All donations are warmly welcomed. Please leave …
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YWCA
514 Blackstone St, Woonsocket, RI
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Volunteers marshal toys, games at city warehouse.
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012
To ensure a bright holiday for Rhode Island children in need, about 25 employee volunteers from Hasbro sorted and prepared more than 25,000 toys and games at RICCA’s warehouse in Woonsocket, 1265 Mendon Road. The gifts will be distributed to Rhode Island Community Action Association(RICAA) agencies across the state. The children who will benefit from the initiative are involved with or receive assistance from the Rhode Island Department of Human Services or the Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth & Families. “Team Hasbro” volunteers prepared the toys and games for distribution based on lists provided by each agency location statewide. Through its Team Hasbro volunteer program, Hasbro gives its employees four hours of paid time off…
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Ninth annual fundraiser running through Dec. 8.
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012
CVS/pharmacy has announced its annual in-store fundraiser for the ninth year to support the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Thanks and Giving campaign, a unique holiday program that raises awareness and funds for the pioneering research and exceptional care provided at St. Jude. Since the campaign's inception, CVS/pharmacy and its customers have raised more than $31 million to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude. From now through Dec. 8, CVS/pharmacy store colleagues will encourage customers to add $1 or $3 to their purchase at the register in support of the campaign. Customers shopping online at www.CVS.com will also have the opportunity to donate $1 at checkout. "The return of CVS/pharmacy as a St. Jude Thanks and …
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CVS/Caremark Corporate Headquarters
1 Cvs Dr, Woonsocket, RI
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The Bloofer Lady
3:51 pm on Wednesday, November 28, 2012
The "Bloofer Lady" is the nickname given by children to the first victim (vampire) in the classic "Dracula".Picked the name out of the clear blue...thanks for asking. more ›