Events

Arizona Interscholastic Association's 2008 Sollenberger Classic; August 23, 2008

The Arizona Interscholastic Association's (AIA) 2008 Sollenberger Classic will be held at University of Phoenix Stadium on Saturday, August 23 at 7 p.m. The Sollenberger Classic will feature the AIA's Class 5A Division I defending state champion Phoenix Brophy College Preparatory, and the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association's (NIAA) Class 4A defending state champion Las Vegas Bishop Gorman High School. Tickets for the 2008 Sollenberger Classic are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased at the AIA (cash only basis), the University of Phoenix Stadium Box Office and online at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets for the Sollenberger Classic are $10.00 for adults and students, $5.00 for children age 6 to 14, and children 5 and younger will be admitted free. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the AIA Scholarship Fund in honor of Barry Sollenberger and the AIA Academy Foundation's educational outreach initiatives.

Ticket Locations:

Arizona Interscholastic Association

7007 N. 18th St.

Phoenix, AZ 85020

Credit Card and Cash

University of Phoenix Stadium

1 Cardinals Drive

Glendale, AZ 85305

Ticketmaster.com

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1E004101BD6C4ADA?artistid=1244143&majorcatid=10004&minorcatid=8

Tailgate Party at Westgate

Beginning at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 23, 2008, the AIA will host a tailgate party to kickoff the 2008 sports season as part of the Sollenberger Classic. In addition to the tailgate party, all AIA member high school football teams and their coaches are invited to attend the game and will be admitted free. Team members will be required to wear their game jersey and coaches will be required to wear their team shirts to gain free admission. Schools wanting to attend both events with their football team must RSVP to the AIA no later than Friday, August 15. For more information, please contact the AIA at 602.385.3810.

American Cancer Society Charity Runner program; August 25, 2008

The American Cancer Society Charity Runner program at the P.F. Chang's Rock 'N' Roll Arizona Marathon & 1/2 Marathon is a great way to dedicate your running experience to the fight against cancer. Register by logging onto www.charityrunneraz.com. There will be a kick-off meeting which will provide information about the American Cancer Society Charity Runner Program and will also show you how the dollars raised are at work in our community, Wednesday, August 25th, 6:30pm at the Camelback Village Racquet and Health Club. For more information and to RSVP for this kick-off, please call 602-586-7402 or email jessica.franklin@cancer.org.

Phoenix Cooks; August 30th

Enjoy tasty fun Labor Day weekend at Phoenix Cooks! the valley's premier culinary event, benefiting Phoenix Children's Hospital. Top chefs, restaurants, gourmet kitchens, wine sampling, cooking classes and more! This is the 4th year for Phoenix Cooks, held at the Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa on August 30th, 2008. More info and tickets are available at phoenixcooks.com.

Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals "Empowering Through Education" Fundraiser; September 11, 2008

The Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals present Empowering Through Education Fundraiser. Our event will be held Thursday, September 11, 2008 from 6:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. at the Phoenix Convention Center, located at 100 North Third Street, Phoenix, AZ. The Greater Phoenix Urban League Young Professionals has been an auxiliary organization of the Greater Phoenix Urban League (GPUL) since August 2005. Our mission is to support the goals and programs of the GPUL. Since 2006, we have held the Empowering Through Education fundraiser to provide financial support to deserving high school seniors who are affiliated with a GPUL program or have been identified by a high school counselor who are in need of financial assistance to pursue their collegiate endeavors. Last year's event was a great success and allowed us to award two $2,500 scholarships. A crowd of 300 is expected for this event. Tickets are available for both presale and on the day of the event for $35 per ticket. Tickets maybe purchased beginning Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at any M&I Bank location and The Greater Phoenix Urban League's Office located at 1402 S. 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85007. The Greater Phoenix Urban League, a 501 c (3) non-profit service organization. Assisting African Americans, other minorities, and the disadvantaged in the achievement of social and economic equality is the mission of the GPUL and the GPUL Young Professionals. Please call 602-254-5611or or email yp@gphxul.org for additional information.

Eat, Drink & Make A Difference; September 12, 2008

Join us for a culinary extravaganza, including great food, wine pairings and a silent auction, at Eat Drink & Make A Difference on Friday September, 12, 2008 from 6:30 - 10 PM at the Sub-Zero Wolf Southwest Showroom at Scottsdale Airpark!

All proceeds benefit our youth literacy programs. For more information, visit www.makeadifference.org.

September's Mesa's Fit City Challenge; September 13, 2008

On Saturday September 13th, Fitness Works (located at 6040 Brown Road) is opening up their facility to Fit City Participants. They have scheduled a variety of classes to meet the needs of all participants and will also open their Kidzone program for the little ones. Pre-registration is required prior to September 10th. For a list of classes, visit www.MesaFitCity.com. Register by calling 480-644-2352. For more information or questions call 480-644-2863.

28th Annual StairClimb and FireFighter Challenge ; September 13th

The Arizona Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation today announced it will hold the Ensynch 28th Annual StairClimb and FireFighter Challenge on Sept. 13, 2008 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. The event will take place at the Arizona Center in downtown Phoenix at Van Buren and 5th Street. After the runaway success of last year's event, organizers are expecting hundreds of participants to step up to the stair climb challenge-raising needed funds and increasing community awareness in the fight against Cystic Fibrosis. All funds raised will support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, with nearly 90 cents of every dollar dedicated to Cystic Fibrosis research. With more than 30,000 sufferers nationwide, Cystic Fibrosis is the number one life-shortening disease of children and young adults in the U.S.; however, there is much hope for the future as the median survival age for Cystic Fibrosis sufferers has climbed to 37+ years. The 28th annual StairClimb will begin at 9:00 a.m. taking place in the Snell & Wilmer and APS office towers. Attendees may form teams or climb individually. The StairClimb entry fee is $25 per person or $125 per family, but participants are encouraged to go above and beyond with their fundraising efforts. Last year seven StairClimb teams each raised more than $2,000. The Firefighter Challenge will begin at 9:30. Firefighters from cities across the Valley will compete head-to-head. Prizes will be awarded to top finishers. Top stair climb fundraisers will receive a variety of prizes, including an iPod, camcorder and other electronic items. Participants may register online at www.azstairclimb.org, by calling 602.224.0068, or in-person the day of the event at the Arizona Center.

First Annual Red Carpet Gala and Runway Fashion Show benefiting Florence Crittenton of Arizona Foundation; September 13, 2008

FOX 10 news anchors Alexis DelChiaro and Rick D'Amico will co-host the First Annual Red Carpet Gala and Runway Fashion Show benefiting Florence Crittenton of Arizona Foundation a non-profit 501C(3) organization that has served Arizona's youth and their families for well more than a century at The Crown Plaza Hotel Resort in Phoenix, Saturday, September 13, 2008. Professional athletes, local media, business celebrities and some of the industry's top models will walk the runway sporting the hottest fall and winter fashions sponsored by Westcor and Royal Noire. The event will feature raffles, as well as a silent auction. These among other fabulous giveaways will benefit survivors of childhood sexual abuse. The event will feature a variety of unique entertainment presented by Foot Klan Entertainment, Arizona's original Hip Hop dance group featuring Mr. Soul Train Darryl Khalid and World B-Boy Champion Kasiem Khalid; and Hodgie Jo Productions, an entertainer who has traveled the world. For more information on ticket sales, donations and sponsorships visit their website at www.TonyaAllenFoundation.org, or call 866-994-8877.

Copper Town Ball; September 13, 2008

September 13th is sure to be one memorable night in Jerome as The Jerome Historical Society and the Jerome Chamber of Commerce host the first formal ball in recent history. The Copper Town Ball black-tie affair will take you on a journey back in time to the era of Big Bands, Speakeasies and underground gambling. Period dress is welcome but formal is must. This will not be any ordinary party in Jerome. In fact, the lucky group will be transported back to the roaring 20's with lighting and design of Spook Hall by renowned Hollywood lighting director and Jerome resident Jack Rappaport and his crew. Yes, there is the red carpet, gambling, great food, bar, and big band but there is a lot more going on during this glamorous night in Jerome. The Historical Society will honor people past and present for their contributions to the town. Nominations are being accepted for the Historic Preservation Grant, given to a project involving a Jerome Historic Building or the preservation of a feature of an historic building. The Herbert V. Young Lasting Legacy Award will also be given to a person or organization that has made an outstanding contribution toward the preservation of the heritage of Jerome. One final award will be given to an individual who lives in Jerome or who has once lived in Jerome and has made an important contribution to society. This is the Jerome Historical Society Outstanding Achievement Award. Festivities will continue with silent auctions, a raffle to win a weekend at The Ritz Carlton in Phoenix, the Mark Hemleben painting commissioned for the Copper Town Ball and a few other surprises. Tickets are $100 per couple and $65 for a single. Visit www.jeromehistoricalsociety.org or call (928) 634-1066 for tickets and more information.

"Life Without Pain" 5K Fun Run/Walk; September 13, 2008

The Quest to Cure Sickle Cell Foundation will host the "Life Without Pain" 5k Fun and Walk on Saturday, Sept. 13th, 2008 at Thunderbird Paseo Park starting at 8:00 a.m. Quest to Cure Sickle Cell Foundation is a non-profit organization formed in 2003 by a single mother of five; in which two of them, a set of identical twins suffer from the most severe form of sickle cell disease. Over 100,000 individuals are affected. Quest to Cure is an organization dedicated to help children with sickle cell disease focus on life not pain. Since inception, Quest to Cure has conducted two successful Summer Camps serving over 100 children. Entry Fees: $20.00 Registration fee prior to August 13th, 2008 (shirts guaranteed for all pre-registrations only). $25.00 Registration fee from August 14th, 2008 through event day. For more information go to www.elfpromotions.com/events.

Southern Soiree; September 14, 2008

The Phoenix Chi Omega Alumnae Association(and friends) are having a charity fund raiser benefiting Chrysalis, a Phoenix Valley safe house. The event is a Southern Soiree with Derby Style on Sunday September 14th from 4:30-7:30pm. Hosted at Uncorked, the Unpretentious Wine Bar in Scottsdale. Tickets are $30 each or $50 a couple if purchased ahead of time, or $35 each or $60 a couple if purchased at the door. Our goal is to raise $5,000 for Chrysalis. To purchase tickets or make a donation visit our website- www.phxchiomega.com/derby.html.

12th Annual HOBI Celebrity Golf Classic-For the "Temple" of Broadcasting; September 18

Join Fox 10's Jude LaCava on Thursday, September 18th, at Orange Tree Golf Resort fro the 12th Annual HOBI Celebrity Gold Classic. It will be a
1 PM Shotgun start with dinner immediately following at the Clubhouse. What a deal! $185 Entry Fee, $300 Tee Sponsorship, or for $25 Dinner only. There will be a fantastic silent auction and raffle prizes along with a hole-in-one vehicle giveaway and other great prizes. Contact Polly Schumacher for reservations at 480-893-1324 or email at pollys@qwest.net. Also check out http://www.houseofbroadcasting.com/golf.html.

Eve's Place 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament; September 20, 2008

Eve's Place, a nonprofit organization is proud to announce its second annual charity golf tournament to raise awareness about domestic violence (DV). The event will take place on September 20, 2008, at the Vistas Course at Westbrook Village Golf Club in Peoria, Ariz. In Arizona alone, DV affects one out of every four women. Proceeds from the golf tournament support the agency by providing a revenue source for safety, programs and services to empower women and children who are victims of DV. Tickets are on sale for $100 per player, and include continental breakfast, golf, cart, range balls, goodie bag, lunch and prizes. Raffle item tickets and mulligans will be sold at the event. For reservations and information, call (623) 537-0765 or email jewelannm@aol.com. Eve's Place operates a safe house in a home-like setting that accommodates up to 40 women and children, plus infants. The organization offers its residents group sessions, arranges transportation, assistance with accessing legal services, employment and education, and finding a new place to live. To learn more about Eve's Place, visit the website at www.safetyatevesplace.org.

32nd Anniversary Of The Annual Hon Kachina Volunteer Awards; September 27, 2008

On September 27, 2008, the Hon Kachina Council will celebrate 32 years of honoring exemplary volunteers and promoting community volunteerism. The Hon Kachina Volunteer Awards has earned the reputation as Arizona's most prestigious volunteer award. The awards will be presented at a black tie optional celebration at the new ballroom at Camelback Inn-A JW Resort & Spa. A cocktail reception will begin at 6:30 P.M., followed by dinner and the awards. Tickets are $250 per person and tables of eight are $1,800. The Hon Kachina Council is a volunteer organization of business and professional people who promote and support community volunteerism. It is affiliated with St. Luke's Health Initiatives. Reservations: Call Pam Betz 480-905-1578 or visit our website at www.honkachina.org.

ZooFari 2009; October 3, 2008

An untamed and exotic soiree awaits you at the Phoenix Zoo as it hosts ZooFari 2009 on Friday, October 3, from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. The Phoenix Zoo is a private, non-profit zoo -- Arizona's second largest visitor attraction -- second only to the Grand Canyon. This is an annual Black Tie Event (no animal prints, please) with proceeds benefiting the Zoo's Bornean Orangutans, as we build a new nighthouse and expand their exhibit. The Zoo has been home to Duchess since she was approximately two years old -- and she is now 48. She is also the last original animal at the Zoo. Journey to ZooFari for a tropical escape you will not soon forget! Experience unique performances, entertainment, and cultures of far away lands -- on five stages. You will take pleasure in delicacies from the Valley's top restaurants and purveyors of specialty desserts, wines and fine liquors. ZooFari's Honorary Restaurant Chair is Vincent Guertithault. Bring your sense of adventure and try your chance with the exotic raffle or Zoopendous Silent Auction. ZooFari 2008 promises to evoke wonder, adventure and above all else, excitement! For more information, go to www.phoenixzoo.org!

City of Hope Walk for Breast Cancer; October 5th, 2008

Join Fox 10's Isis Romero at the City of Hope Walk for Breast Cancer on Sunday, October 5th, 2008. Begin at the Salt River Project parking lot and follow the course through the Phoenix Zoo. This event features a 5k timed run, a 5k leisure walk, kids zone, fair, music, vendors and fun. This is a family-oriented event, supporting the City of Hope-Banner Bone Marrow Transplant Program and Cancer Screening & Prevention Program as well as lifesaving breast cancer research, treatment and education programs at City of Hope. For more information, visit the website at http://www.cityofhope.org/walkforhope/phoenix.

4th Annual Brain Tumor Walk; October 11, 2008

Join The National Brain Tumor Foundation for an inspirational all-ages fundraising walk and community day to support the brain tumor cause. The 4th Annual Brain Tumor Walk and Angel Adventure will take place on Saturday, October 11th at Kiwanis Park in Tempe. Registration begins at 8 AM and the 5K walk starts at 9 AM. The day will also include fun family activities, raffle prizes, food, and beverages. All proceeds support research and patient programs at the National Brain Tumor Foundation. For more information, call 888-455-3214 or visit www.braintumor.org.

26th Annual Native American Connections Parade; October 11, 2008

Join us at the 26th Annual NATIVE AMERICAN CONNECTIONS PARADE on October 11, 2008 in Downtown Phoenix! The Parade begins at 9:00 AM at 3rd Street & Oak, located south of St. Mary's High School and ends at Steele Indian School Park, located at Indian School Road and 3rd Street. Share in the rich cultural heritage as tribes from all over the Southwest showcase their traditional songs and dances on the parade route through downtown Phoenix. Then join us afterward for an awards ceremony and the American Indian Prevention Coalition Pow Wow at Steele Indian School Park.

Submit Entries to:

4520 N. Central Ave, 600

Phoenix, AZ 85012

Call 602-254-3247

Fax: 602-256-7356

For more information, visit www.aznard.org or www.nativeconnections.org/parade.htm. For questions, please email parade@nativeconnections.org.

Walk to Defeat ALS; October 12, 2008

The ALS Association Arizona Chapter will hold its annual Walk to Defeat ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) at Tempe Town Lake (South Beach Park) on Sunday, October 12, 2008. Registration is at 9:00am and the walk will start at 10:00am. The 5K walk is open to the public and all funds raised will be donated for Patient Services programs. There is no registration fee, and participants are encouraged to register online at http://walkaz.alsa.org. ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) is a progressive, fatal neurodegenerative disease affecting nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Motor neurons reach from the brain to the spinal cord and from the spinal cord to the muscles throughout the body. The degeneration of the motor neurons in ALS eventually leads to their death. When the motor neurons die, the ability of the brain to initiate and control muscle movement is lost. With voluntary muscle action progressively affected, patients in the later stages of the disease may become totally paralyzed. Unless a cure is found, over 30,000 people in the U.S. will die from ALS. The financial cost to families of persons with ALS can be up to $200,000 per year, depleting entire savings of relatives and patients. For more information, contact Mags Everette, Fundraising Coordinator, at (602) 297-3800. Together we will strike out ALS…because we can!.

Southwest Valley Relay for Life; October 11 and 12, 2008

One day. One night. One community. Your Relay For Life® of the Southwest Valley is about celebration, remembrance, and hope. By participating, you honor cancer survivors, pay tribute to the lives we've lost to the disease, and raise money to help fight it all right here in your community. You won't want to miss one moment of this life- and community-affirming event! The event will take place on October 11th and 12th at Goodyear Community Park located at 3151 North Litchfield Road in Goodyear. Click here for more information and to register for this event: SW Relay for Life.

KEY TO THE CURE; October 16th - 19th

Saks Fifth Avenue's 10th Anniversary of "KEY TO THE CURE", this year's theme "Project Pink" benefiting the American Cancer Society, will roll out the pink carpet for a weekend full of fashion at Saks Fifth Avenue! Key To The Cure begins on Thursday, October 16th and runs through Sunday, October 19th. All weekend, 2% percentage of all sales from the Phoenix location will directly benefit the American Cancer Society. There will be a fashion event on Friday Morning - including cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a fabulous high energy runway fashion show including all the latest fall fashions along with private shopping all morning long. Tickets for Friday's event at Key To The Cure are $150 for all attendees for premier seating at the runway show, a shopping card and breakfast! To purchase tickets, call 602-778-7685. Don't be fashionably late in ordering your tickets - seating will be limited!

Sharing Down Syndrome Arizona's 9th Annual Buddy Walk; October 25, 2008

Come and Join Sharing Down Syndrome Arizona in their 9th Annual Buddy Walk on October 25th at SRP Pera Club Park in Tempe! Sharing Down Syndrome Arizona features this Buddy Walk to promote positive acceptance and inclusion for all people who have Down Syndrome. It is a major fundraiser that over 90 cents of every dollar donated goes towards parents support and education. The Buddy Walk has become the pre-eminent advocacy event for local and national Down Syndrome organizations. We use this day to buoy up families and members of the community with fun, love, support and education! With your help, Sharing will be able to continue to create and foster a society in which all people will appreciate the dignity and value of individuals with Down syndrome. For more information and also, to register for this great event, visit: www.sharingds.org.

5th Annual Rock & Roll Paint-a-Thon; October 25, 2008

The 5th Annual Rock & Roll Paint-a-Thon presented by Rebuilding Together Valley of the Sun will take place on Saturday October 25th, 2008. Volunteer teams from across the State will come together to paint the homes of low-income elderly and/or disabled homeowners. Rebuilding Together provides all the paint, supplies, t shirts and insurance, and matches your team with a qualified home to paint FREE OF CHARGE! Last year, with the help of over 3,700 volunteers, Rebuilding Together painted the exteriors of 135 homes and 2 nonprofit facilities. If you would like to register a team or know a homeowner who needs a paint job, contact Rebuilding Together at 480-774-0237 or info@rebuildingtogetherphx.org. You can also visit our website at www.rebuildingtogetherphx.org for more information.

JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes, Nov 1st

Come walk with FOX10's team and Ron Hoon! The JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes walk is Saturday morning, November 1st with registration beginning at 7:30 a.m. and the walk starting at 9 a.m. It's one of the Valley's largest walks, with 26,000 walkers raising more than 2.4 million dollars to fund diabetes research. Diabetes affects more than 21 million Americans and 3 million of them have type 1 diabetes. Children and adults living with type 1 diabetes are dependant on insulin injections or on an insulin pump. This entails our kids being poked at least 4 times a day to check blood sugar and at least 3 shots of insulin to stay alive. JDRF is in search for a cure for our kids and adults living with type 1 diabetes. You can help by joining 26,000 Arizonians at the Walk to Cure Diabetes. Enjoy live entertainment on two stages, a kid's interactive area, complimentary breakfast and lunch and much more. Create your own walk team at work or with your family and friends. Walk to Cure Diabetes t-shirts will be awarded to all walkers that raise $100 or more. Make plans now to join FOX10 for this year's walk. For more information, go to www.jdrf.org/arizona. Questions call 602.224.1840 or email Phoenixevents@jdrf.org.

Night for Sight 2008; November 1, 2008

On Saturday, November 1 the Foundation for Blind Children (FBC) will host its seventh annual "Night for Sight" benefit at Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse in Scottsdale, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Now in its seventh year, "Night for Sight" has grown to become one of the Valley's premier fundraising extravaganzas and rose over $1,000,000 in 2007. Beginning with hosted cocktails and a silent auction, guests will also enjoy a delectable dinner featuring the fine cuisine from Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse followed by a live auction and dancing. All proceeds of the evening will benefit the Foundation for Blind Children, which helps blind and visually impaired children, adults and their families lead lives of independence and dignity through mastery of their environment. Tickets to the event, which are $500 per guest, sponsorships and table reservations, are available by calling Liz O'Brien at 602-678-5808 or by visiting www.SeeItOurWay.org.

The Olive Branch Fund Hosts "A Mighty Voice" Fundraiser at Phoenix Zoo; November 2

On Sunday, November 2 The Olive Branch Fund: A Thisbe and Noah Scott Legacy, a non-profit organization started by former Arcadia residents and Phoenix business owners, John and Laurian Scott, will be hosting "A Mighty Voice," a multi-city fundraiser to raise awareness and fund research for pediatric motor neuron diseases (MNDs) at the Phoenix Zoo. The Olive Branch Fund was founded in honor of their two children, Elenna "Thisbe" and Noah Scott, who were both lost to Brown-Vialetto-Van Laere (BVVL), a rare form of MND, the cause of which is still unknown. The fundraiser will include a two-mile walk through the Phoenix Zoo, a commemorative t-shirt for every walker, as well as an all-day zoo pass. It is through this, and other fundraisers throughout the nation that the Scott family hopes to create "A Mighty Voice" for all children affected by motor neuron diseases. The Olive Branch Fund is a component fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, a 501 ( c ) ( 3). For more information visit www.theolivebranchfund.org or www.cfmt.org.

American Lung Association Climb Phoenix!; November 2, 2008

Join the American Lung Association on Sunday, November 2nd, 2008 for a unique, exciting experience. Climb Phoenix! is a 2-building, 53-story, 1,272 step Stair Climb taking place at Renaissance Square in downtown Phoenix. Challenge yourself, your friends, your family, and co-workers to win awards and prizes, including fastest climber, highest fundraising team, and wackiest costumes! This fun-filled event includes breath-taking views of the Valley of the Sun, live music, refreshments, and of course the satisfaction of contributing to a great cause! For more information, check out our website at: www.climbphoenix.com or contact Cynthia Rena at 602-258-7505.

First annual "outrun the FBI 5k" run/walk; November 8, 2008

The inaugural "Outrun the FBI 5K" will be hosting runners and walkers as they race against FBI agents for prizes and a great cause on Saturday, November 8th at Steel Indian School Park. Enjoy the outdoors with fun, exercise, and benefit state-wide programs to SHUT DOWN INTERNET PREDATORS This event will raise money to benefit community outreach programs sponsored by the FBICAAA. This year's event will fund statewide programs organized by the FBICAAA to shut down Internet predators. Check-in starts at 7 am, run/walk starts at 8 am.

Before Oct. 31, 2008: $25/individual, $20/team member
After Oct. 31, 2008: $30/individual, $25/team member

Awards will be given for age categories and teams, including special prizes for those who successfully "outrun the FBI." Every participant receives a free, limited edition Outrun the FBI 5K t-shirt. After runners cross the finish line, they will enjoy free food, music and family-friendly activities, including demonstrations by Phoenix FBI agents. Special FBI merchandise will also be available for purchase. For additional information and to register, visit www.outrunthefbi5k.com.

American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer;
November 8

Join thousands from around the community in the fight against breast cancer at the 10th annual American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, Saturday, November 8th at Tempe Beach Park. This 3 mile walk is to raise awareness about breast cancer, support those touched by the disease and to raise funds to continue the mission of the American Cancer Society through breast cancer research, education, advocacy and patient services. Registration is FREE - participants are encouraged to fundraise. Register or donate online today! http://makingstrides.acsevents.org/phoenix.

For more information call 1-800-227-2345 or email phoenix.strides@cancer.org.

Arizona Lymphomathon; November 9, 2008

The Lymphomathon is a non-competitive 5K walk at the Phoenix Zoo on Sunday November 9, 2008. Join hundreds of lymphoma survivors, caregivers, friends and community and corporate teams gather to celebrate, honor and support one another while raising funds for lymphoma research and education. Registration begins at 7 am, the walk begins at 8. To register for this donation based event, visit www.Lymphomathon.org/Arizona2008 or call 623-266-4742.

Sojourner Center's 7th Annual Hope Luncheon Fundraising Event; November 12, 2008

Sojourner Center will be hosting its 7th Annual Hope Luncheon on Wednesday, November 12 at 12:00 p.m. at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa. This one hour fundraising event provides guests with the opportunity to learn about Sojourner Center and the ongoing work it's doing to overcome the impact of domestic violence, one life at a time. For more information about attending this year's fundraising event please contact Selina Carreon, Development Coordinator at 602-296-3348 or via email at scarreon@sojournercenter.org.

Chandler Golf Challenge; November 14, 2008
Friday, November 14, 2008, 12:30 p.m. - Shot Gun Start
Bear Creek Golf Course - 500 E. Riggs Rd., Chandler 85249
Cost: $90 per player or $350 per foursome and includes round of golf, cart, dinner, polo shirt and more. Mark your calendars today and call Collette Prather at 480-782-2709 to be placed on the mailing list. Registration material will be available in August by calling or visiting www.chandleraz.gov/therapeutics after August 1. The Chandler Golf Challenge tournament benefits individuals with disabilities in Chandler by offering educational scholarships and supporting Chandler Special Olympics programs.

P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona(tm) Marathon & ½ Marathon; January 18, 2009

Ever thought about getting in shape and training for a marathon? Now's the time! FOX 10 and My 45 are proud to sponsor the 6th annual P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon and ½ Marathon- where flat courses, 70 live bands and 40 spirited cheer stations combine for 39.3 miles of music and fun! Run or walk, there are plenty of great programs to help you make it to the finish line! You can join an official charity training program, and free online training programs begin in August. If your company is interested in running as a team, you can rally your co-workers and register for the GET FIT Challenge. For more information on how you can get involved in this community event or to register, visit www.rnraz.com . To save $10 off registration for the Marathon or the 1/2 Marathon, enter the code FOXROCKS or MY45ROCKS. This code is valid through January 9, 2009.

5th Annual Walk 'n Roll Dog Walk and Silent Auction; January 31, 2009

The 5th Annual Walk 'n Roll Dog Walk and Silent Auction will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at Tempe Town Lake. We invite you to participate! Proceeds from this event will benefit Power Paws Assistance Dogs, Inc., a non-profit organization located in Scottsdale, Arizona. Power Paws provides highly skilled assistance dogs to children and adults with disabilities. Please help us with our mission! If you have supported us in the past, we hope you will join us again in 2009. If you are a new supporter, we welcome you. For more information or to obtain a 2009 Walk Packet , please visit www.azpowerpaws.org.

Please make sure your community service events are listed on the FOX 10 and My 45 community calendar! Your event will be listed on-line and possibly on-air. It is wonderful FREE exposure for your event. It is open to all Arizona non-profit organizations. Please write a brief paragraph with your event details, including date, time, prices, how many people you're expecting, who the event is benefiting and where to go for more information. Send to Heather Hanson at heather.hanson@foxtv.com at least one month before the event. Be sure to include your contact name and phone number. Your information will also be shared with our news department for possible news coverage. Thank you!