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High Heels for High Hopes models on My Party Bus

High Heels for High Hopes models on My Party Bus

March for Babies is America’s oldest walking event, but when it comes time to get moving, some women would rather wear stilettos than walking shoes.

Fourteen business women from Springfield will do their walking for babies in Oregon’s first High Heels for High Hopes event, a fashion show benefiting March of Dimes on February 27th. The women will walk the cat walk wearing one of three themed looks: “a night out on the town,”  “just want to have fun,” or “dress for success.” 

Each model has a goal of raising at least $2,000 to help babies be born healthy.

To raise some money before the big event, some of the models took the My Party Bus to attend a Eugene Women Business Leaders networking event, then went to The Bridge, followed by Hop Valley. They collected over $1,000 in cash donations and were the talk of Eugene Springfield.

So far the ladies have raised over $12,500 and have just one week to reach their goal before the event. Donations can be made on the models’ behalf to March of Dimes here: http://bit.ly/WTXjfr.  Auction items will also be at the event, each relative to one of the model’s three looks. 

High Heels for High Hopes is Wednesday, February 27th at the Kendall Toyota Showroom (373 Goodpasture Island Rd in Eugene).  Beverages and appetizers will be served starting at 6:00 pm prior to the runway show beginning at 7:00 pm. General admission tickets (just 20 left!) can be purchased for this event through Aimee Corey at March of Dimes; VIP tickets sold out the first week of sales.  

Funds raised by this event will benefit the Lane County March for Babies, which helps support prenatal wellness programs, research grants, neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) family support programs and advocacy efforts for stronger, healthier babies. 

For information about ticket sales or how to donate, contact Aimee Corey at acorey@marchofdimes.com or (541) 225-5023.

 

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Sixteen exceptional nurses from across Oregon were recognized Friday, November 2, 2012, at the annual March of Dimes Nurse of the Year awards breakfast, presented by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). With nearly 400 nurses nominated, the state-wide committee selected 16 winners in a blinded process.

While the immense value and profound effect that all nurses have on our lives was noted and celebrated, these 16 nurses were acknowledged for their constant care, compassion and dedication to improve the quality of others’ lives through service. And the winners are…

 2012 Nurse of the Year Awards:

  • Advance Practice:  Yun Long Ong, Oregon Health & Science University  
  • Charge Nurse:  Cindy Bell, Oregon Health & Science University    
  • Community Health:  Charmika Schuster, Oregon Health & Science University 
  • Critical Care:  Kate Thomas, Legacy Meridian Park Hospital 
  • Distinguished Nurse of the Year: Leda Isabel Garside, Tuality Healthcare 
  • Emergency: Jeri Foster-Horrocks, Mid-Columbia Medical Center 
  • General Medical & Surgical Services:  Jennifer Zeck, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center 
  • Hospice, Home Health,Long Term, Rehab & Pallative Care: Kathy Graham Gadler, Legacy Hospice 
  • Mental Health:  Marianne Zundel, PeaceHealth Sacred Heart 
  • Nurse Educator:  Patricia Gilbert, Mid-Columbia Medical Center 
  • Nurse Leader:  Nancy Simonson, St. Charles Medical Center 
  • Pediatrics:  Allison Franco, Doernbecher’s Childrens Hospital 
  • Rising Star:  Faisal Mutua, Legacy Emanuel Hospital 
  • Small Hospital:  Melodi Johnson, Mid-Columbia Medical Center 
  • Women’s Health:  Amy Kaiser, Tuality Healthcare

Chaired by Dr. Joe Robertson, President of OHSU, and emceed by Amy Troy, anchor for KOIN Local 6 (watch the clip here), this  event was a benefit for March of Dimes. With the support and involvement of 40 health organizations and medical centers, Nurse of the Year raised nearly $90,000 to help fund the mission of improving the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.

Committee members include: Lauren Bridge, Chief Nurse Executive at Providence Milwaukie Hospital; Theresa Brock, Vice President of Nursing at Good Shepherd Health Care System; Joe DaFoe, Chief Clinical Officer at Columbia Memorial Hospital; Kathy Hale, VP Of Patient Care, Samaritan Health; Sarah Horn, Family Birth Center Manager, Salem Health; Carmen Jacobsen, RN Assistant Manager, Short Stay Surgical Unit, Providence Milwaukie Hospital; Ruby Jason, Division Director, Women and Children’s Dorenbecher Children’s Hospital, OHSU; Linda Kroeger, Chief Nursing Officer, PeaceHealth; Marcy Manning, Charge Nurse of Family Birth Center at Tillamook County General Hospital; Sandra Montminy, Emergency Room Director at Adventist Medical Center; Lynae Moor, Director of Family Birth at Adventist Medical Center; Syndee Lytle, Nurse Manager of Women’s Health & Birth Center at McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center; Helen Phillips, Director, Women’s Services at Legacy Health; and Regina Rose, Chief Nursing Officer at Mid-Columbia Medical Center.    

Presented by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), the March of Dimes Oregon Nurse of the Year is also sponsored by Cambia Health Foundation,  Kaiser Permanente, Legacy Health, Providence Health & Services, PeaceHealth, Samaritan Health,  Tuality Healthcare, St. Charles Medical Center, Columbia Memorial Hospital, Adventist Health, KOIN Local 6, MW Photography and PSAV Presentation Services.

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With nearly 400 nurses nominated, there remain 183 finalists for 2012 Oregon Nurse of the Year. For the second year, this award will honor outstanding Oregon nurses for their constant care and compassion toward patients. Sixteen nurses will be awarded Nurse of the Year; one in each of 16 categories.

 

The 2012 official finalists are from every corner of the state and seven commute from Washington.  A hundred of the finalists are from the greater Portland area, 19 from the Bend area, 18 from The Gorge area, 12 from the Salem area, 11 from Lane County, seven from North Coast, three from Eastern Oregon and two from the Medford area. 

 

Award winners will be announced at the Nurse of the Year Breakfast on November 2, 2012, at the Hilton Portland & Executive Towers.  Joanne Warner, Dean of the School of Nursing at University of Portland, will be the Keynote speaker and the awards are emceed by Amy Troy from KOIN Local 6.

 

Awards will be given in the following 16 categories:

 

  • Advanced Practice
  • Mental Health
  • Charge Nurse
  • Nurse Educator
  • Community Health
  • Nurse Leader
  • Critical Care
  • Pediatrics
  • Distinguished Nurse of the Year
  • Rising Star
  • Emergency
  • Small Hospital
  • General Medical & Surgical Services
  • Student Nurse
  • Hospice, Home Health, Long Term Care, Rehab and Palliative Care
  • Women’s Health

 

Click here for more information or to register for the event.

 

Presented by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), the March of Dimes Oregon Nurse of the Year is also sponsored by Cambia Health Foundation, Columbia Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente, Legacy Health, Providence Health & Services, PeaceHealth, St. Charles Medical Center, Tuality Healthcare, Adventist Health, ODS and Samaritan Health.

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The third annual Signature Chefs Auction in Eugene last night raised nearly $60,000 for March of Dimes’ mission to improve the health of babies. On September 25th at Valley River Inn, seven of Lane County’s finest chefs offered their signature dishes and competed to become the Ultimate Signature Chefs.  

The cook off, one of the highlights of the evening, had five chefs competing for the title. Chefs were told in advance they had to use only four ingredients in the competition: scallops, capers and asparagus with a surprise ingredient (not revealed until the cook off) of scotch. Alfredo Van Nortwick of Valley River Inn and Richard Balajadia of The Bridge Bar and Grill were crowned as the Ultimate Signature Chefs by a panel of March of Dimes Board Members and a random sampling of guests. 

Other treats included a special visit from The Duck, a performance by Ballet Fantastique, and  the talented Bill and Robb of KPNW who served as emcees. The most popular packages of the auction were a seven-night stay in Kona, Hawaii, and the Dessert Dash.

This years event garnered coverage on KVAL, KEZI and KLSR FOX . Visit our YouTube Channel for news clips.

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2012 Chefs

From left to right: Erin Pelayo of Chapala, Garret Kirsch of B2 Wine Bar, Alfredo Van Nortwick of Sweet Waters, Borzi Marashi of Oakway Catering, and Lino Castro of Boulevard Grill & Event Center

On September 25th at Valley River Inn, some of Lane County’s finest chefs will offer their signature dishes, accompanied by an array of unique auction items for the third annual Signature Chefs Auction benefitting March of Dimes.

For the first time, Chefs will compete in a live 15-minute cook off in the hope of being voted one of two “Premier Signature Chefs” in Lane County.  The crowning Chefs will together offer an exclusive Live Auction package featuring a guided and intimate McKenzie River Fishing trip for two provided by Autobody Specialties.  

“What better way to enjoy a wonderful meal than by supporting the March of Dimes mission and working together for stronger, healthier babies, right here in Lane County,” said Richard Balajadia, 2012 chefs chair.  The evening’s notable chefs include: Garret Kirsch of B2 Wine Bar, Alfredo Van Nortwick of Sweet Waters, Lino Castro of Boulevard Grill & Event Center, Jose Martin Pelayo of Chapala Mexican Restaurant, Borzi Marashi of Oakway Catering, Richard Balajadia of The Bridge, and Emily Phillips of Red Wagon Creamery. 

Wine for the evening is provided by Southern Wine and Spirits and craft beer is compliments of HOP Valley Brewing and Ninkasi. 

Some of the evening’s special auction items include a seven-night stay in Kona; catering at your own Duck Tailgater with special appearance by U of O’s Duck Puddles, and a Tour the Northwest package including accommodations at Sun River Resort, Skamania Lodge, Suncadia Resort, Seattle Red Lion, Woodmark Hotel and Yacht Club and Valley River Inn. 

The exclusive evening begins at 6:00 pm on September 25th at Valley River Inn. For information or to reserve a seat or table, visit marchofdimes.com/Oregon or call 541.686.2170. 

Funds raised by Signature Chefs Auction support lifesaving research and educational programs right here in Oregon.

Guests will hear first-hand the impact the March of Dimes has had on the lives of the Richardson family in Eugene.

The 3rd annual Signature Chefs Auction is hosted by Valley River Inn. Other sponsors include Northwest Community Credit Union, First Tech Federal Credit Union, Southern Wine and Spirits, HOP Valley Brewing, Ninkasi, KPNW, Umpqua BankKernutt Stokes, Farmers Insurance, DatalogicCampbell Commercial Real Estate, Track Town Photo, Neuro Spine Institute, and Ballet Fantastique.

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Save the date for Signature Chefs in Eugene

On September 25th at our Lane County Signature Chefs Auction you can eat all the yummy food you want.  There are no calories, no carbs, no points–because it’s all for a good cause.

Save your seat (or table) now on our event page.

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The Honorable Judge Gemineye from Kiss FM locks March of Dimes own Tab Davis behind bars.

The March of Dimes Medford Jail & Bail was yesterday. 

With 38 “jailbirds” and the Fabulous and Honorable Judge Gemineye from Kiss FM, the event raised $9,100 for babies!  The money goes to support life-saving research, education and advocacy to help moms have healthy pregnancies and prevent premature birth and birth defects.

Thanks, Medford!

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2012 Oregon Nurse of the Year

Nominations for the second annual Oregon Nurse of the Year Awards are now open!  

We’ve made some changes to the categories and this year you can nominate your favorite nurse (or nurses) in one of 16 areas of expertise . Nominations close on August 10, so don’t dilly-dally. 

Oregon Nurse of the Year is presented once again by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and by 2012 Chairman Dr. Joe Robertson, President of OHSU.  These awards are also sponsored by Cambia Health Foundation, Columbia Memorial Hospital, Kaiser Permanente, Legacy Health, Providence Health & Services, PeaceHealth and Samaritan Health

Nominate an outstanding nurse today.  You know (s)he deserves it. 

Learn more about the event and save your seat here.

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Cruze from 105.1 The Buzz, Lisa Lawrence of Liberty Northwest, and 2012 Chapter Ambassador Mary Pat Janowski at the Team Captain Luncheon

With just 25 days to go until March for Babies, the Team Captain Luncheon in Portland was all-a-buzz. And we’re not just saying that because 105.1 The Buzz morning DJ Cruze was emceeing.

Dazzling as he was, the crowd was awed by Chapter Ambassador Mary Pat Janowski sharing her story.  And Lisa Lawrence, Team Captain from Top 10 Team Liberty Northwest, gave excellent tips for bringing in the big bucks for babies.  Hold a Mad Hatter contest was one of Lisa’s tips (as evidenced by her awesome March of Dimes Purple hat).

 New March for Babies Director Shelli Blank gave some great suggestions as well.  Have some die-hard Ducks and Beavers fans? Put that competitive spirit to work by having them agree to dress in the their rival team’s colors if they don’t meet their fundraising goal. If they happen to be men, have them go the extra mile by wearing the rival team’s cheerleading outfits.  That’ll make sure they meet their fundraising goals! A big thanks to all of you out there working together for stronger, healthier babies!  We appreciate you!

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Tim Campbell, Lane County Signature Chefs 2011 Chair

We can all look forward to healthier babies, thanks to Tim Campbell.

Tim chaired the 2011 Lane County Signature Chefs Auction and did a bang-up job of it! Under his leadership, the event jumped in revenue from $25,000 in 2010 to over $55,000 in 2011! And he doubled the attendance.  All in the name of babies. You see, Tim has a passion for the mission of March of Dimes; both of his children were born premature. 

Money raised at Signature Chefs goes to support research, education and advocacy to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality.

We thank you, Tim.  So do the babies.

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