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Upcoming Events
March 18, 2010
100th Anniversary Red Tie Event
The Grandview, Poughkeepsie
Come help the Dutchess County Chapter celebrate 100 years of service to the community. This is the culmination event of a year of 100th events. The Seven Fundamental Principle Awards, based on the guiding principles of the American Red Cross will be presented to recipients from the county.
American Red Cross Seven Fundamental Principles
Click here for a Seven Fundamental Principles Nomination Form
 A photo exhibit of 110 historical Red Cross photos taken by a Red Cross photographer will be displayed at the 100th Anniversary Red Tie Event. This exhibit will be sponsored by Safeguard.
Tickets will be also be available for purchase. Continue to check the site.
For more information, please contact Christine Stetler, Director of Volunteer Services at 845-471-0200 x 301
Past Events
January 21, 2010
 Chill Wine & Tapas
Chill, located at 173 Main Street, Beacon is a premier wine & tapas bar. They will hold an event to benefit the American Red Cross of Dutchess County starting at 5:30 pm. There will be food, door prizes and a silent auction. The cost is $25 per person at the door which includes food. Cash bar will be available. For more information, please contact Christine Stetler, Director of Volunteer Services at 845-471-0200 x 301 or christine.stetler@arc-dc.org
December 13, 2009
Umberto’s of Mamma Marisa
Come join us at Umberto’s of Mamma Marisa 2245 South Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 from 11am-3pm. With every purchase of $10.00 photo with Santa, the American Red Cross of Dutchess County will receive a donation.
December 2, 2009:
Chapter Open House
3pm-6pm
103 Hooker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Come take a tour of the Dutchess County Chapter House. Learn about the services and the volunteer opportunities the chapter has to offer.
Light refreshments will be served.
For more information, please contact Christine Stetler, Director of Volunteer Services at 845-471-0200 x 301 christine.stetler@arc-dc.org
October 31, 2009
Youth Council Safe Halloween
Thanks to the American Red Cross Youth Council and volunteer Chris Casey for putting together Halloween Saftey Bags for the safe trick-or-treat at the Galleria Mall. Youth volunteers handed out 100 bags with kid-friendly safety information in just five minutes!
October 21, 2009
Family Fund Night:
Congratulations to all the raffle prize winners, and thank you to everyone who came out to support the event.
Thank you to Red Cross volunteers Paul Davidson for bringing the Chapter Emergency Response Vehicle and Sharon Adler and Carole Nugent for selling raffle tickets.
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September 26, 2009
Fishkill Carwash held a fundraisier to benefit the American Red Cross of Dutchess County. This all day event that ran from 7 a.m-8 p.m. with 50% of all proceeds donated to help the local Chapter cause. Thanks to everyone who came out to show their support.
June 22, 2009
100th Anniversary Golf Tournament
Thanks to all the sponsors, volunteers, and golfers for making the tournament a great success.
The Links at Union Vale -- click here to see photos
If you are interested in golfing or event sponsorship for next year, please contact Rob Rolison Director of Development at 845-471-0200 x 310 rob.rolison@arc-dc.org
August 19, 2009
Red Cross Renegades Night & Blood Drive
The night was a great success! Thank you to the Andy and the entire staff of Dutchess Stadium for their help.
A special thank you to Rhinebeck Savings Bank for sponsoring the Blood Drive and T-shirts, Competition Carting for sponsoring the Skybox and FASTSIGNS for banners .
Thank you to all the blood donors: 27 units of blood were collected and will be used to help save the lives of your neighbors right here in Dutchess County.
Thank you to the following volunteers: Shannon Cowans, Paul Davidson, Larry Hazard, Kristen Linkstrom, Anthony Maggio, Richard Purnell, Darian Rivera, Jesse Schmid, Kaleigh Stetler, Steve Turissi, Keith Walker, and Timothy Haines who was Buddy Blood Drop.
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August 25-30, 2009
Dutchess County Fair
Thank you to all who visited us at the Fair. This year the Chapter booth was located outside and this location was advantageous. Thanks to the generosity of the fairgoers the Chapter raised over $1000 dollars and passed out over 5000 safety items. To the many volunteers who dedicated their time in the sun and rain, your efforts are greatly appreciated. To our sponsors, Tom Bauer & Hicksey’s Auto Body, thank you for your support.
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