With just over a month until the Stars of Macleay Valley take to the stage at the Kempsey Macleay RSL Club, Our group of Stars have been busy organising fundraising events for a great cause.
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Community Relations Coordinator from Coffs Coast Cancer Council, Brittany Raven, said the Stars have been working hard to organise a number of exciting fundraising events for the whole community.
"There are plenty of events coming up over the next month that the Stars have organised to raise money for the Cancer Council," she said.
"So far the cumulative total for the fundraising efforts is at $17,090.
"Tickets are now available again and we were able to increase capacity at the venue which is great."
Tickets for the big night on March 30 can be purchased at https://www.123tix.com.au/events/2950, the tickets are inclusive of a drink on arrival, dinner and entertainment. It's recommend to get in quick if you want to attend as they are very popular.
From fashion parades to raffles and dance nights, here is a list of fundraising events community members are invited to get involved in throughout March:
Tammy Hancock – Karma Keg Friday March 1 from 5pm
Take the team out for a Friday beverage at The Settlers Inn, West Kemspey Hotel, Kemspey Macleay RSL Club, Kempsey Heights Bowling Club, Great Northern Hotel, The Nambucca Hotel or the Seabreeze Beach Hotel to support the Cancer Council.
A fun way for the community to support a charity while enjoying a Friday afternoon drink with friends and colleagues.
Emily Breckell-Smyth – Fashion Parade and Dance Afternoon at the Bandbox Theatre, Saturday March 9 from 2pm
Tickets are $5 for children up to 12 years old, $10 for teenagers and seniors and $15 for adults. Ticket prices include afternoon tea plus there will also be a number of lucky door prices up for grabs.
Ro Stirling-Kelly – The Fredo County Fair at Macleay River Hotel, Saturday March 9 2pm - 9pm
There will be loads of fun for the whole family at the Fredo County Fair including entertainment from local musicians, rides and games, lunch will be provided by the hotel restaurant, there will be market stalls along with a pie eating contest and a mechanical bull.
All proceeds from the fair will go to the Cancer Council.
Michelle Mitchell – Monster Raffle at South West Rocks Country Club, Sunday March 10 from 4pm
The major prize that will be up for grabs on the night is five nights accommodation for two adults at Bayshore Villas in Candidasa Bali including a $500 air fare voucher from Rocks Travel in South West Rocks.
Runner up prizes include two nights accommodation for two adults and two children at Reflections Holiday Park at Bonny Hills with a family pass to Billabong Zoo Port Macquarie, one nights accommodation in a two bedroom unit for two adults and two children at Coastal Creations on York at Coffs Harbour with a family pass to Dolphin Marine Magic and two adult passes to the Big Banana.
There will be over 40 prizes in total, tickets are $1 for 10 to go into the draw to win.
The raffle will be drawn at 4pm March 10 and winners must be present to claim their prizes.
Phani Prakhya – Indian Night Anglican Hall 30 Kemp St West Kempsey, Saturday March 16
Immerse yourself in Indian culture with traditional Indian dance and music performances and a three-course Indian meal and raffles.
Locals are also invited to dress up in Indian influenced outfits with prizes for best dressed on offer.
Tickets are $50 for adults, $35 for children and under 5 is free. Call Prakhya dental on 6563-1377 to purchase tickets.
Kevin Lewis – Raffle
First prize is a accommodation package for one night in a waterview room at Rydges in Port Macquarie including a full buffet breakfast for two adults.
Second prize is a $100 voucher from the Good Guys in Port Macquarie.
Tickets are $5 each.
Call St Paul's College Kempsey for more information and to purchase tickets on 6562-7200.
Alicia Fox – Mini Photo Shoot Sessions
The mini photo shoot sessions are $125 for 20 minutes for three ready to print digital photos.
A mini session is a condensed photo shoot, perfect for specific images, this includes (but is not limited to) families, professional photos, aspiring models, couples and musicians.
To book a session visit http://wildflowerportraits.com.au/2019/02/13/mini-sessions-photo-shoots-for-charity/
Craig Milburn – Open house 102 River St, Sunday March 24
Come and see the work in progress at 102 River St in West Kemspey.
Karen and Craig will be opening their home for people to have a look at the renovation progress.
There has been an interest from locals about the historic house and Craig has decided to this as a fundraising event.
Tickets are $25 which includes morning tea, they must be pre-purchased and can be bought and collected from Customer Services at Kempsey Shire Council.
Numbers are limited to 30 people so get in quick.
