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You can still participate in the auction!ABOUT A Show of Strength
How does this virtual event work?
It's three parts:
- donations gratefully accepted on this GiveSmart platform from now until October 17
- online auction begins on October 8 and lasts until 9:00 pm on October 17
- live stream event begins on Saturday, October 17th at 6:45 pm.
No act of generosity is too small to make a difference.
You can browse auction items now and mark your calendar to begin bidding on October 8. There will also be BUY NOW items too.
Once you Register on GiveSmart, you will begin receiving updates via email and text messages about auction items and the virtual programming. You don't want to miss the daily 3:00 pm auction additions beginning on October 9 and other special announcements. We will email and text you the direct link to join the virtual event via YouTube on the day of the event. No account required on YouTube.
Timeline for Live Stream
6:45 pm: A Show of Strength Begins
Followed by:
WELCOME from Harold E. Rice, Jr. :CEO Ada Jenkins Center
A MESSAGE from presenting sponsor: NOVANT HEALTH
THANK YOU from Celebrity TV Host: Tom Bergeron
MEET OUR HOSTS: Randy Ligon - Auctioneer and Karen Martin - Ada Jenkins Center
DOING THINGS DIFFERENTLY at the Ada Jenkins Center
CLIENT PARTY STORY: Zaneta's Story
PADDLE RAISE FUN
7:30 pm: Closing Remarks
9:00 pm: Auction Ends on the Give Smart platform
** Times are approximate and subject to change
As a reminder, please plan on being at your computer 15 minutes before to select the site for your viewing pleasure. Be sure to have your mobile device handy, that's the best way to bid or buy. Your computer screen or smartTV is the best place to view the event.
We invite you to share this event with friends and family:
Share this link https://AJC20.givesmart.com to your friends and family so they can share in the fun!
If you have additional questions, please contact Mardee Woodward: [email protected] or phone 704.408.0915
Invite your friends over to watch A Show of Strength!
What are watch parties?
A Watch Party is a gathering of people who watch the live streaming event together while meeting local guidelines for group gatherings.
Better TOGETHER
A Watch Party is also a fabulous way to join in a shared experience for a great cause. Thank you for your enthusiasm and your willingness to help raise funds to benefit the Ada Jenkins Center. Include your family, friends and neighbors in the evening.
YOU can be creative. Whether you invite your guests for hors d'oeuvres, dinner or light refreshments during the live stream, YOU decide what works best for you and your guests. All from the comfort of your home.
Make sure everyone has their smart phone or tablet handy for browsing, bidding, buying and donating. Once you register for a watch party, we will email tips and other details on how to make your watch party successful and fun!
Please do let us know you are hosting a watch party so we can recognize YOU during the virtual event. We invite you to take a photo or video of your party that we can share.
Thank you for opening your home for a good cause. We are so grateful for your support and advocacy.
To register:
[email protected]
Ada Jenkins Center's Watch Party DINE IN
ORDER and PICK UP for an EASY and DELICIOUS DINNER
Make plans now to order and dine in for October 17, 2020
Pre- Orders MUST be received by Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 2:00PM
Call or email Tara Creedon to place orders. 704-579-7061/ [email protected]
Pick-Ups are available Saturday, October 17 11:00AM-5:00PM
FAMILY STYLE DINNER
PACKAGED FOR BAKING WITH ALL TEMPERATURES AND INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED
Fall Salad
~ Harvest Greens, Bosc Pears, Gorgonzola, Candied Pecans
Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Grilled Asparagus~ Citrus Essence
Yellow Beet and Potato Puree
Chianti Braised Short Rib
Vegetarian Entrée Option~ Grilled Portobello Stuffed with Spinach, Feta and Roasted Garlic
Pumpkin Cheesecake~ Pecan Bourbon Glaze
$55 per Person plus 6.75%
Add on a Bottle of Wine for $30!
Astoria Pinot Grigio and Guiliano Rosati Toscano Rosso