Heart To Heart Africa – Penetang

On June 29th, local families made a great contribution to Heart to Heart Africa by purchasing tickets to view Madagascar 3, at the Midland Drive-In Theatre. A heartfelt thanks goes out to the Cox family (owners of the drive-in) and those families who purchased tickets, for their continued support of our charity. A great way to kick of the summer vacation and fun was had by all!

Don’t miss out on this fun way to support Heart to Heart Africa.? Make it a family fundraising event by purchasing your car load admission to this Friday’s screening of Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted.? Check out the attached flyer for details on how to get your tickets.

Madagascar Poster

Letter from Bruce Stanton, MP?Heart to Heart Penetang members Leslie Nimeth and Josie Kvas-Jemec recently received a card of encouragement from local MP, Bruce Stanton. He read our article in the Midland Mirror and personally wrote a response to each of us! What a welcome surprise to get in the mail! See the attached copy to read Mr. Stanton’s words of encouragement. Letter from Bruce Stanton, MP

Last Friday, June 15, Heart to Heart Africa teamed with the Georgian Queen and ELM Catering to offer a fundraising dinner cruise through the picturesque 30,000 islands of Georgian Bay. Leaving from the Penetang town dock, guests were showered with sunshine, a warm breeze, and calm waters. A perfect evening for a cruise.

Shortly after departing, a fabulous dinner was served by the friendly staff of ELM Catering, with the owner, Larry Lalonde at the carving station. Guests enjoyed their fill of tasty, homemade salads, beef, chicken, and potatoes, followed by yummy homemade desserts. We heard many compliments from guests!

Excitement and generosity were in the air as guests bid on silent auction items, browsed the raffle table, and bought 50/50 tickets. Lots of fun was had by all, and our 50/50 winner decided to donate her winnings back to Heart to Heart Africa. Thanks so much Vonda! Silent auction items were a hit once again, and a big thank you goes out to all those local businesses and individuals that donated items for this worthy cause.

Throughout the evening supporters were entertained by local musicians, Kristy Freund, Heath Canyon, and Justin Brodeur. Each musicians brough their unique style to the stage as they played and sang for guests. They teamed up for a special rendition of the Heart to Heart song.

This cruise was a success due to the support of local businesses, tireless volunteers, and of course, fun-loving, guests-both local and from out of town. Thank you to everyone who made this event happen!

We are looking forward to our next event which is family centered. On Friday, June 29th, the Midland Drive-in is pairing with Heart to Heart Africa. Check the blog for details and tickets.

Heart to Heart Africa was featured in the Midland Mirror, in the May 3rd edition on page 25!? Reporter Nicole Million interviewed Leslie Nimeth, Michelle Foote, and Josie Kvas-Jemec, members of the Penetang/Midland Heart to Heart Africa group.? Nicole did a great job summarizing the things the Midland/Penetang group has done to date, and discussing the upcoming fundraisers.

We are very excited about the fundraiser this weekend at the Explorer’s Cafe in Midland (Sunday, May 6, 2012).? The traditional Tanzanian 3 course meal will be prepared by Rob and Jen’s team, who always put a delicious, memorable meal on the table.? Local musicians Heath Canyon and Kristy Freund will be providing entertainment.? A silent auction and arts/crafts and jewellery sales will be going on throughout the night, with many donations from local businesses and individuals.

Please call Leslie (705-549-0153) or Michelle (705-549-0153) for more information on this exciting event.

Wow, what a whirlwind it has been for the past couple of weeks. Now that plans are in order, we have been focussing on ticket sales and silent auction donations. These events will both sell out quickly so make sure you get your tickets soon. Watch for more updates…dinner menu posting, entertainment details, silent auction preview. Thanks to all of our supporters and hard working volunteers!

Explorers Cafe African Karamu Poster

We are very excited to have our spring fundraisers underway! The Explorer’s Cafe African Karamu will take place on Sunday, May 6, beginning with cocktails at 5 and dinner at 5:30. Ticket for this 3 course, authentic Tanzanian cuisine are just $50pp. Please refer to our attached poster for details on how to book your tickets now. This will be a dinner to remember.

Georgian Queen Dinner Cruise Poster

You won’t want to miss our dinner cruise aboard the M.S. Georgian Queen, leaving from the town dock in Penetanguishene on June 15th.? This cruise begins boarding at 6:30 and departs at 7.? Dinner will be catered by ELM Catering, and as always will include something for everyone’s taste.??? Tickets for this event are just $55pp.? Where else can you cruise through the picturesque 30,000 islands of Georgian Bay while enjoying a delicious home-cooked meal, and?live local entertainment for only $55?? Please refer to the poster attachment for details on how to get your tickets.

We are still finalizing details for the family movie night…but watch for updates regularly.

Upcoming Events

May 6: African themed dinner at the Explorer’s Cafe, Midland

June 3:? Family drive-in movie night at the Midland Drive-In

June 15:? African Queen dinner-cruise on the Georgian Queen, Penetang

** Watch for postings about these events in the near future **

February 2012

St. Ann’s and Monsignor Castex Catholic Schools😕 Students purchased Valentine-O-Grams and held dances to raise funds for Heart to Heart Africa.? Approximately $400 was raised!

December 2011

St. Ann’s Catholic School:? Students purchased candy-cane-o-grams to deliver to friends in Midland/Penetang schools.

Monsignor Castex Catholic School😕 “Stars Over Christmas”? Concert was held, where all students from Kindergarten to grade 8 participated in a daytime and evening performance,? and funds were donated to Heart to Heart Africa.

The Foote Family Annual Christmas Party:? African art and jewelry were sold and donations were collected for the final container being shipped to Kitonga.

Yoga With Lisa:? Third annual fundraising yoga session was held at Lisa’s new establishment, “The Yoga House”, with proceeds going to Heart to Heart Africa.

These fundraising events combined raised approximately $5000!? Way to go Penetang/Midland!