Heart To Heart Africa – Penetang

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!