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The seventh annual Art of the Vine was a complete success. Even the newly added adventure of heavy rain showers did not keep our supporters away! More than 500 people gathered on Friday, April 4, to enjoy the variety of wine and cuisine, live music, and of course the extensive silent and live auctions.
We would like to thank the many sponsors and restaurants that made this event possible. Make sure to join us next year as this event continues to grow. You will not want to miss it! Visit the photo gallery to view pictures from the event. 
And the winner of this years' BMW 328i is….....Shawn Lawson of West Chester, Pennsylvania! Congratulations, Shawn, for purchasing this year’s lucky ticket #187. It is good to know that Central Florida children are being helped by generous people all over the country!We will include a full story on Shawn in our newsletter, after he has come down to sunny Florida to pick up his new car. Look for New Hope for Kids on the LYNX Public Service Bus!
May 1st boasted an exciting surprise for New Hope for Kids as the brand new 2008-2009 LYNX Public Service Bus was unveiled. Cassandra and Romeo Doty, a mother and son who formerly attended our Center for Grieving Children, participated in the unveiling at Amway Arena.
LYNX has donated one bus per year to local non-profits as advertising space for the past seven years. The bus will run regular routes for the next 12 months between Osceola, Orange and Seminole Counties. Twelve organizations were randomly picked this year out of over 90 applicants, so there are six logos painted on each side. Those winning organizations include: New Hope for Kids; Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida; Community Vision Inc; Seminole Cultural Arts Council; Condes Way Inc.; C.A.T.S.-C.A.N; Hispanic Business Initiative Fund; Help Now Of Osceola Inc.; National House Of Hope; Bach Festival Society; Orlando Film Festival and Asian Cultural Association. Last Thursday as the tarp was pulled back, our logo shown prominently on the beautifully painted bus, right next to the door…great location! So, keep an eye out. The New Hope for Kids logo is cruising around Central Florida and we’d love to hear when you see it cruise by you!  Glenn's wish to meet the PresidentNew Hope for Kids was able to send Glenn and his parents to Washington D.C. to meet President Bush thanks to all the help from one of our UCF Cornerstone teams and Congressman Tom Feeney's office.Click here to view articles about his story and to see a video of Glenn's interview on Fox 35 News. 
 Monday, May 12th, starting at 7pm, New Hope for Kids is proud to partner with RedCarpetMonday® for an exciting networking event, a Classic Hollywood Affair at the Cheyenne Saloon & Opera House. This two year anniversary event will entail a fashion show, the famous Cheyenne Saloon Poker Parlor, live entertainment, Central Florida's most successful business owners and more! Click Here to Purchase Tickets Online RedCarpetMonday® is a sophisticated social business network, featuring Central Florida's most successful business owners, professionals and entrepreneurs. The consistently stylish, live events provide attendees a place to unwind while socializing, networking and sharing business ideas with other members. As a New Hope for Kids supporter, it is important for you to take note of the evening’s Casino. This portion of the event will benefit New Hope for Kids’ Grief and Wish programs. So make sure to reserve your spot today by calling Jaime at 407.963.8204 or email her at Jaime@redcarpetmonday.com The Evening’s Schedule 7:00pm-8:30pm – Enjoy complimentary appetizers, visit sponsor exhibit tables, exchange business cards and ideas all while enjoying live entertainment by DJ Joseph Martens of the Hindu Cowboys. 8:30pm-9:00pm – A themed fashion show brought to you The Beauty Spot. Hair and make up by Prive Salon. 9:00pm-10:30pm – Let the Gaming Begin! Join The Casino Party Planners and New Hope for Kids in the Cheyenne Saloon Poker Parlor. Your $40 donation goes to benefit New Hope for Kids for the chance to win a variety of prizes. Reserve your spot ahead of time by calling Jaime at 407.963.8204 or email her at Jaime@redcarpetmonday.com Make sure to mark your calendars! For sponsorship opportunities
for this event, please call RedCarpetMonday® at 407.963.8204. C O N T A C T U SNew Hope for Kids provides specialized support to the children and families grieving the death of a loved one and grants wishes to children with life-challenging illnesses in Central Florida.
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