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First off, we want to thank Joe for organizing over a dozen raffle prizes, holding raffles throughout the evening and then matching all the money we could collect in a ten minute Dash for Cash. We raised over 900 dollars for AIDS Project Ventura and collected a bunch of food for the food pantry.

And here are the pictures, taken by Ernie:

Bear Blanket Bingo is the theme for our June barbecue. We’re handing out free blankets to those who show up in beach-wear while supplies last.

It’s always free to come and hang out with us but but for food and drink it’s $9 for non-members and $7 for members ($5 for just food).

Where: Paddy’s 2 W Main St Ventura, California
When: Sunday June 1st, 4pm-8pm

Bears Ventura is forming a team to walk in the 17th annual AIDS Walk For Life in downtown Ventura. The proceeds go to AIDS Project Ventura, a local organization that provides services to those in our community affected by AIDS. Please contact us if you want to join our team.

From the source, APVC:

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HIV and AIDS is your next door neighbor!

On Saturday, May 17, at 10am, we will embark on the 17^th annual AIDS Walk For Life through the streets of downtown Ventura.  Not only is the Walk For Life an important fundraiser for AIDS Project Ventura County, but it once again publicly reminds us that AIDS and HIV is not over and hits close to home. 

With this letter, please find a Walk 2008 pledge form.  Even if you, yourself, cannot join us on Walk Saturday, won’t you help us raise donations and pledges?  We’ll even supply surrogate walkers if you’ll do the legwork and collect pledges from co-workers, friends, family, church members, and other individuals that know you, know AIDS and are willing to contribute to this important cause.

AIDS Project Ventura County does amazing work.  Under the direction of Martin Perrier, Director of Case Management and Lynne Okun, Director of Mental Health programming, both see to it that clients receive care for both body and mind including –

Weekly food pantry, Emergency Funds Assistance, Legal Assistance, Support Services, Crisis Intervention, Telephone Support, Information and Referral, Relationship Challenges, Depression and Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Domestic Violence, Life Challenges and High Risk Behavior Inteverntion

AIDS Project Ventura County is the largest private provider of HIV/AIDS services in the county.  Founded in 1993 and recently relocated to a state of the art 4,000 sq. ft. facility, AIDS Project Ventura County is well positioned to meet the ever changing challenges of this disease.

Here are just a few ways you can contribute:

• Gather pledges and walk the Walk
• Ask around at your favorite stores, businesses and organizations for donations or pledges
• Gather friends and form a team [Ask me for a “Get Going Kit”-  I’ll mail it to you]
• Ask your employer if they will match your pledges – or make a donation
• Become a Corporate Sponsor

Whatever you do, please don’t toss the pledge form aside.  Share with family, friends and co-workers and explain the importance of AIDS Project Ventura County.

Email info@lgbtventura.org or contact us at 805-339-6340 for additional forms or for questions and comments about Walk For Life 2008.

We look forward to seeing you and are excited about the impact we will all make at this year’s Walk For Life!

Get your copy of the 2008 AIDS Walk For Life “Get Going”form by clicking the attachment link below.

 
Attached Files:
   AWFL_Pledge_Form_08.doc (105.00 KB, 37 views)

Thanks to Wayne Koppelman for taking these pictures at our April “America’s Most Wanted Bear Bust”. You can find more of his photos on his flickr page: http://www.flickr.com/photos/baconburger321

Bears to the Beach is our Yearly Camp-out at McGrath Sate Beach during the July 4th weekend. Email us for info and reservations.