UPDATE:
At this time, all time slots for the event have been filled. We look forward to seeing those who have registered at the event!
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The CRC is hosting a FREE event on Sunday, December 12th from noon to 3pm in Parlor A on the second floor of the Union. A professional photographer will be taking family portraits - free digital prints will be provided, and you can purchase prints or holiday cards at the event.
At this time, all time slots for photos with Sparty have been filled. Space is still available for group photos without Sparty, so this is a great chance to have a professional photo taken of you and your spouse or significant other, or a group of friends or roommates! Since spaces will be limited, you must sign-up in advance to guarantee a time slot for your group. Walk-ins will be accommodated on a space-available basis. Please complete the form here to sign up for your time slot!
A big thanks to Luke Anthony Photography, who will be doing this photo shoot at a reduced rate to support the work of the Community Relations Coalition!
Monday, November 22, 2010
Monday, November 15, 2010
CRC Hosts Coat and Letter Drive!
The Community Relations Coalition is hosting a Coat and Letter drive this holiday season to help spread goodwill in the community!
Letter Drive
The CRC will be collecting letters or cards for currently deployed service members to be distributed through Operation Gratitude. Letters will be collected on December 5th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the Winter Bowl Soup and Chili Cook-Off. Our table will be located at the Ann Street Plaza. Letters should be addressed generically ("Dear Hero," "Dear Soldier," etc.) and should not be in an envelope or have postage, as they will be sent in bulk to Operation Gratitude to be screened and mailed to overseas troops. Here are some tips from Operation Gratitude on writing your letter or card:
The CRC will also be collecting gently used or new coats to benefit area homeless shelters. Coats will be collected by Advent House and distributed to other agencies in the area through the Greater Lansing Homeless Resolution Network. If you cannot make it to the Winter Bowl on December 5th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, there will also be bins located at drop-off points leading up to the event (locations TBD - check back for more info soon). Some pointers for donating a coat:
Letter Drive
The CRC will be collecting letters or cards for currently deployed service members to be distributed through Operation Gratitude. Letters will be collected on December 5th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the Winter Bowl Soup and Chili Cook-Off. Our table will be located at the Ann Street Plaza. Letters should be addressed generically ("Dear Hero," "Dear Soldier," etc.) and should not be in an envelope or have postage, as they will be sent in bulk to Operation Gratitude to be screened and mailed to overseas troops. Here are some tips from Operation Gratitude on writing your letter or card:
- letters should fit in a standard size envelope
- include your name and address in the body of the letter
- do not write about politics, religion, death or killing
- please do not use glitter
- keep it upbeat and positive!
The CRC will also be collecting gently used or new coats to benefit area homeless shelters. Coats will be collected by Advent House and distributed to other agencies in the area through the Greater Lansing Homeless Resolution Network. If you cannot make it to the Winter Bowl on December 5th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm, there will also be bins located at drop-off points leading up to the event (locations TBD - check back for more info soon). Some pointers for donating a coat:
- there is a particular need for adult coats this year, especially nicer coats that can be worn to job interviews to help people get back on their feet
- if you have the means, please have used coats cleaned prior to donating
- if you don't have a coat to donate but would like to participate, you could also donate a small gift card to a department store or Burlington Coat Factory; shelters use these to supplement their coat supply
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