We are so stoked to have Axel onboard to be the voice of ShamRockin for a Cure 2011! Axel is an Alpharetta resident and so brings with him both a celebrity presence and that close knit, local community feeling we all love! Be sure to tune in to 99x, Rock 100.5 and Q100 for your chance to win free tickets to ShamRockin – which is just 10 days away! Saturday, March 12 at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre.
American Idol at ShamRockin!?!?!??!?! WOW!
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2 Tickets to BOTH nights of the Idol Finale – on sale at our Live Auction!
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So getting excited about the most awesome party in Atlanta for St. Patricks Day!!!
If you’re not there you will so be missing out!! Get your tickets NOW!!!!!
ShamRockin for a Cure is proud to announce WIFH as a new sponsor for our 2011 event. WIFH is one of the country’s first Concierge Medical and Aesthetics Practices dedicated to providing excellent laser aesthetic services and care to its patients. They are a very unique medical practice devoted to outstanding service to their patients and they are NOT a MediSpa! In fact, they were recently named Atlanta’s first Laser Center of Excellence!
We’d like to share the touching comments WIFH executive Lindsay shared with us:
“Thanks Pam! Glad we can be involved….
Thanks again, I think what you are doing is wonderful. I recently had my second child and on her initial testing, she tested positive for CF, while it turns out it was a false positive, my brief scare is your daily reality. I pray that someday there will be a cure, these beautiful children deserve to experience all that life has to offer. It really puts things into perspective, don’t take anything for granted.
Thanks again for he opportunity to participate in your event.”
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ShamRockin’ for a Cure 2011 – An Alpharetta Party with a Purpose
The quest for a cure continues March 12, 2011, with a party to raise funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Eat, Drink, and Cure CF.
ATLANTA , GA – January 15, 2011
Fast becoming THE definitive St. Patrick’s Day party in Atlanta, ShamRockin’ for a Cure is ready to rock the stage at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater March 12, 2011. Once again, the organizers have planned a thoroughly entertaining evening guaranteed to raise valuable dollars in the fight against Cystic Fibrosis; a fatal genetic disease.
ShamRockin’ 2011 hopes to host 1000 guests on the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater stage and orchestra area, where they will be rocked by returning Chicago 80’s band “The Breakfast Club.” Guests will again enjoy incredible catering sponsored by Carmine’s Italian Restaurant and 52 Bistro, both local Alpharetta establishments. Food and beverages, including Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka, wine, beer and non-alcoholic drinks are included in the ticket price. Poker players should come ready to show off their skills – an additional $50 donation gets you into the Texas Hold ‘Em tournament and the opportunity to win great prizes.
Other ShamRockin’ sponsors include: Jim Ellis Audi, Free Spades Poker, Women’s Institute for Health, United Distributors, Arrow Exterminators, and SafeRide whose drivers will help make certain party goers and their vehicles arrive home safely. There is something for everyone in the live auction with items from HGTV Designer Vern Yip, a trip to the 2011 Emmy Awards, custom motorcycle from Biker’s Dream Atlanta, original art from the Ford Smith Gallery, and remodeling from Murphy Custom Builders.
ShamRockin’ 2010 raised over $60,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. This year Mary & Chris Guiney, founders of ShamRockin’ For A Cure, challenged event planners to exceed last year’s raise. “ShamRockin’ is fast becoming the definitive St. Patrick’s Day party in Atlanta. This OTP party offers a great time and a great cause for Atlantans.” The Guiney’s are longtime friends of Pam and Jon Baker of Roswell, the parents of the incredible Baker Boys – Gavin (11) and Jake (8), both born with CF.
Tickets may be purchased online at www.shamrockinforacure.org .
About ShamRockin’ For A Cure
Based out of Roswell, Georgia, ShamRockin’ For A Cure is a non-profit, volunteer run organization that raises money for a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. All proceeds from ShamRockin’ For A Cure go directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Eat, Drink, and Cure CF. For more information visit www.shamrockinforacure.org .
About Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is the world’s leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis. The Foundation funds more CF research than any other organization and nearly every CF drug available today was made possible because of Foundation support. Based in Bethesda, Md., the Foundation also supports and accredits a national care center network that has been recognized by the National Institutes of Health as a model of care for a chronic disease.
Press Contact:
Mary Guiney 770.905.4310 meguiney@bellsouth.net
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ShamRockin’ for a Cure Raises $60,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater at Encore Park
The quest for a cure continued March 13th 2010, with a party to raise funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
ALPHARETTA, GA – March 21, 2010
Fast becoming the definitive St. Patrick’s Day party in Atlanta, ShamRockin’ once again provided guests with great night out combined with raising valuable dollars in the fight against Cystic Fibrosis; a fatal genetic disease.
ShamRockin’ 2010 welcomed over 400 guests onto the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater stage where they were rocked by Chicago 80′s band “The Breakfast Club”. Guests enjoyed incredible catering sponsored by Carmine’s Italian and Olde Blind Dog, local Alpharetta restaurants. “We were happy to be able to contribute to this event,” said Chad Mackes, owner of Carmines. “To successfully cater a high-quality event while helping the CF community was a rewarding experience for the entire Carmine’s family.”
Other ShamRockin’ sponsors ensuring the night was a success included: Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka, Karlsson’s Gold Vodka, Rock 100.5, “The Crusher” wines, United Distributors, Southern Spirits & Fine Wines, and SafeRide, whose drivers helped make certain party go-ers and their vehicles got home safely. Exciting auction items from Biker’s Dream Atlanta, the Ford Smith Gallery, Room&Board and Murphy Custom Builders enticed the crowd to open their wallets and build up to $60,000 that ShamRockin’ will contribute directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Chris and Mary Guiney, founders of ShamRockin’ For A Cure challenged event planners eight months ago to raise $25,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at this spring’s event. “To have more than doubled our fundraising goal is a testament to our planning committee, our sponsors, the determination of CF families and the warmth and generosity of the Atlanta community,” stated Mr. Guiney. “Everyone is excited to start planning for next year.” The concept of Shamrockin’ was inspired by the Guiney’s longtime friends Pam and Jon Baker of Roswell, parents of Gavin (10) and Jake (7), both born with CF.
Also attending and speaking at the event was Margarete Cassalina, acclaimed author of Beyond Breathing and mother of two children with cystic fibrosis. “My husband Marc and I were thrilled to attend ShamRockin’ this year, as the event marked what would have been our daughter Jena’s 17th birthday. Jena lost her battle with CF, and fundraisers like ShamRockin’ help fund research to make sure others will win their battles. We have attended CF events all over the country and rarely have we had as much fun, and felt as much love and energy, as we experienced at ShamRockin’ 2010″.
About ShamRockin’ For A Cure
Based out of Roswell, Georgia, ShamRockin’ For A Cure is a non-profit, volunteer run organization that raises money to fund research to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. All funds raised by ShamRockin’ For A Cure go directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Eat, Drink, and Cure CF. For more information visit www.shamrockinforacure.com.
About Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is the world’s leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis. The Foundation funds more CF research than any other organization and nearly every CF drug available today was made possible because of Foundation support. Based in Bethesda, Md., the Foundation also supports and accredits a national care center network that has been recognized by the National Institutes of Health as a model of care for a chronic disease.
Press Contact:
Mary Guiney 770.905.4310 meguiney@bellsouth.net
