SWIM-A-CROSS: REGISTRATION OPEN
NOW!
Last year's Swim-A-Cross was a big success, and continues
to be a great tool to learn water safety, teambuilding, fundraising,
and just plain have some fun! Last year, twenty-five teams swam for the
Red Cross, getting generous sponsorships for every lap they swam, and
donating half the proceeds to support this local Red Cross chapter. The
other half was kept for their swim club and supported their efforts.
Way to go! Opportunities
to participate have been expanded this year to young adult, adult and
senior swim clubs in our 9-county service area. Though
the event has previously been solely for youth clubs, we want to get
everyone involved! Six teams with over 1,200 swimmers have already
signed up-Anderson Mill Barracudas, Balcones Woods Swim Team, Lago
Vista Aquatics, Inc., Canyon Creek Cyclones, Fosters Mill/Kings Point
Waves, Lakeway Lakers-with more teams taking the plunge every day!
There's still time to sign up. Registration forms are also available
online at
www.centex.redcross.org/events/swimacross.php. We (and Longfellow the Whale) look forward to seeing you
this summer!
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SPOTLIGHT ON CLASSES
CPR/AED AWARENESS WEEK IS JUNE
1-7!
View full course listings and
register
Standard First Aid with
CPR-Adult, Child and Infant
Mon. 6/1 & Wed. 6/3: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Monday & 6:00 PM - 9:00
PM Wednesday
Sat. 6/6: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tue. 6/9 & Thu. 6/11: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Tuesday & 6:00 PM -
9:00 PM Thursday
Sat. 6/13: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Georgetown)
Basic
Water Rescue (learn more about Operation
Longfellow and saving $25!)
Mon. 6/8: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Tues. 6/9: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Sun. 6/14: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Babysitter's Training
Sat. 6/6: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Georgetown
Lay Responder First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor
6/16, 6/18, & 6/20: 6:00 - 10:30 PM Tue. & Thu.,
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sat.
Fulfilling
Our Mission: Translating Your Compassion Into Community Action
6/17: 6pm- 9:30pm
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NEW LEADERSHIP AT AMERICAN RED CROSS OF CENTRAL TEXAS!
 Elaine Acker has been
named as our new CEO to replace Derrick Chubbs, who has been appointed
Division Vice President for the American National Red Cross. Ms. Acker
is a familiar face in the community, having served as the Chapter's
primary spokesperson for the past year in her role as Director of
Development and Communications. In his new position, Derrick Chubbs
will be responsible for management of operations in Texas, Oklahoma,
Louisiana, and Mississippi. As a member of the American National Red
Cross executive team, he will provide strategic vision, planning and
direction to Regional Executives. Congratulations to both!
 Steve J. Hailey is our new Director of Emergency Services! Mr. Hailey has
over 20+ years of progressive experience in the public safety and
disaster recovery arena. After beginning his career as a flight medic
and eventually becoming a firefighter he most recently consulted for
multiple federal, state, and local public safety agencies and
organizations. His prior experience includes working for Avaya,
Inc. as the Director of Emergency Preparedness and Response. Prior
to joining Avaya, Mr. Hailey held information
technology and disaster technology management positions with
the American Red Cross national headquarters. Mr. Hailey has been
on-site on over 50 domestic disasters to include Hurricane Andrew,
9/11, Hurricane Katrina, and multiple airplane crashes. In
addition, he has a few international assignments to his credit to
include Hurricane Mitch in Nicaragua and Typhoon Reming in the
Philippines as part of the IFRC (International Federation Red Cross and
Red Crescent Societies) Emergency Response Unit. He is published
in 911 Magazine, Mission Critical Communications, and served as a
subject matter expert for the "Business Continuity for
Dummies" guidebook. Please help us in welcoming Mr. Hailey and his
family to Austin, Texas.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
56TH ANNUAL LULING WATERMELON THUMP
June
25-28, 2009
Keep an eye out for our American Red Cross of Central
Texas ERV!
THE 37TH ANNUAL CHISHOLM TRAIL ROUNDUP
June 11-13, 2009
BBQ & Music Festival
We'll be there!
AGE SAFE
Austin
Groups for the Elderly DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT DRIVE
June 3-5,
8-10; 9am-6pm
June 6; 9-2pm
AGE wants to collect at least 101 pieces of equipment
(wheelchairs, shower chairs, transfer benches and walker with seats and
brakes) or donations for equipment purchase to meet the waiting list
need of over 70 seniors who need equipment not covered by Medicaid or
Medicare. Each person who donates will receive "Words of
Wisdom," a sweet treat and a receipt for their taxes. "Words
of Wisdom" are written pieces of advice authored by our Austin
senior clients who have years of experience to share. Equipment
can be dropped off at the Historic AGE Building: 3710 Cedar St, # 155,
Austin, TX 78705.
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GO PAPERLESS
Monthly giving is a green
choice!
Do you find yourself donating steady amounts throughout
the year? Have you considered making a larger gift but were concerned
about the hit to your finances? Monthly Giving just may be for you.
With a one-time advance commitment, you can give any amount you like,
spread over as many installments as you'd like. You'll also help us cut
down on paper, we won't solicit you again, and we can send all
correspondence (like receipts, e-newsletters, renewal reminders) via
email. It's a win-win! Ready to sign up? Go online to http://www.centex.redcross.org/donate/index.php.
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CONGRATULATIONS, VOLUNTEER BETTY
HENDRIX!
Longtime volunteer Betty Hendrix was recently awarded her
15 year service pin and logged over 1,000 hours of service!
Congratulations and thank you!
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