Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Coincidence or Just a Great City? It’s All Happening on September 10


Blondes vs. Brunettes (BvB)
No, it’s not about who has more fun. It is about a wonderful event to raise money for Alzheimer’s Disease. Blondes vs. Brunettes or BvB is a national powder puff flag football game that pits blondes vs. brunettes. The event which began in 2005, has raised more than $1 million. Event co-chair, Kristin Crandall says, “Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death and is striking people as young as 50, and BvB is a way to involve young women with close connections to loved ones with this disease.”  Ladies over 21 can play on the team that represents their hair color. Redhead? Choose either team! It’s happening at 2 pm at Sweet Home High School in Amherst. $20 covers the entry fee and after game party (4:30-8:30 pm) at Ellicott Creek Fire Company. Free food, raffles and photos with the winning team and a free drink are included. Under 12? It’s free! For information call 716-880-7764 or visit www.bvbbuffalo.com.

Get Dirty for a Cause – Be a Dirty Girl!
Dirty Girl is a female-only, 5K mud run for women of all fitness levels from age 14 and up. Fun and unique military-inspired will keep your palms a bit sweaty. The event is organic and eco-friendly, and many of the obstacles will be recycled back into the earth.  Even better, you’re getting dirty for a cause. A portion of all proceeds support breast cancer research, awareness & education. So gather your friends and come to Emery Park in South Wales on September 10 from 8 am to 3 pm for a non-competitive, non-timed fun event that celebrates female empowerment. Participants receive a complimentary adult beverage and hot towel to clean off before the Rockin’ After Party. Sign up before August 8 using coupon code “DIRTYGIRLNY” and receive $10 off registration. Go to www.godirtygirl.com.

Gluten Freedom Day
The WNY Gluten Free Diet Support Group (WNYGFDSG) will celebrate its 25th anniversary on Gluten Freedom Day, Saturday, September 10 at the Hearthstone Manor in Depew.  Dr. Alessio Fasano, Medical Director, University of Maryland Center for Celiac Research, is the keynote speaker at a 12:30 gluten free luncheon. He will discuss current research, diagnostic tools, treatment strategies, and methods for preventing the disease. A vendor expo featuring products and samples is 8 am to 4:30 pm.  Shelly Asplin, National Nutrition Coordinator for the Celiac Sprue Association/USA presents at 2:45 pm, and Bob Syracuse, owner of Pizza Plant, will hold a workshop at 11 am restaurant personnel. Celiac is one of the most common and under diagnosed chronic genetic autoimmune disorders. Studies estimate that three million adults and children – one in 133 – have celiac disease, but most haven’t been diagnosed. People with celiac disease cannot digest foods that contain gluten found in wheat, rye, barley and their derivatives. Learn more about Gluten Freedom Day, pre-registration and luncheon tickets, at 716-636-6028, 716-310-7299 or  hauckc@roadrunner.com.

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