Monday, October 30, 2006

2006 Halloween Party Photographs






Thursday, October 26, 2006

Great volunteer opportunities!

We are looking for enthusiastic corporate, community, group or individual volunteers to help with several of our upcoming events – please help us spread the word!

2006 New York City Regional Bowling Tournament
We need help with set up, registration, lunch, athlete escorts, cheering and handing out medals and awards.

Where:
AMF 34th Avenue Lanes
69-10 34th Avenue
Woodside, Queens

What:
A fun day of bowling competition between all five boroughs in New York City. The entire event will be held in the tradition of Olympic-style pageantry and ceremony.
When: Saturday, October 28, 2006
Time: 10:00am-3:30pm
No bowling experience necessary

2006 Bowlathon to benefit Special Olympics New York – New York City Region
We need help with set up, lunch, athlete escorts, cheering and handing out medals and awards.

Where:
Bowlmor Lanes
110 University Place (between 12th and 13th Street)
Manhattan

What:
A fun, fundraising day when Special Olympics and their fans bowl to benefit Special Olympics.

When: Sunday, October 29, 2006

Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
No bowling experience necessary

2006 Miles for Medals Walk – Halloween Theme!
We need walkers and donors!! And we need volunteer help with set up, registration of walkers, passing out candy and cheering. If you can’t make it out to Staten Island on Sunday we also need people to spread the word about this event and recruit participants.

Where:
Clove Lakes Park
Staten Island

What:
Safe Halloween fun for the whole family!
Get your costume ready! Get family and friends to sponsor you! Ask your friends, family and co-workers to help you raise funds for Special Olympics athletes. Collect donations prior to walk day. Put your costumes on and come to Clove Lakes Park on Sunday, October 29th! Bring your family and friends! Trick or Treat! Enjoy the Monster Mash and other safe, fun and family-friendly activities while showing your support for Special Olympics! http://www.halloweenwalk2006.kintera.og/

When: Sunday, October 29, 2006

Time: Registration at 8:30am
Walk begins at 9:30am

2006 Manhattan Bowling Tournament
We need help with set up, lunch, athlete escorts, cheering and handing out medals and awards.

Where: Bowlmor Lanes
110 University Place (between 12th and 13th Street)
Manhattan

What:
A fun day of bowling competition when Special Olympics athletes from Manhattan showcase their skills.

When: Sunday, November 19, 2006

Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
No bowling experience necessary

2007 Peter Aquilone Memorial Floor Hockey Tournament
We need help with set up, lunch, athlete escorts, Olympic Village, score keeping, timing, breakdown, general information, registration, cheering and handing out medals and awards.

Where:
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
11th Avenue (between 34th and 39th Street)
Manhattan

What:
A Special Olympics Sectional Competition consisting of Floor Hockey Team and individual skills competitions. The entire event will be held in the tradition of Olympic-style pageantry, ceremonies, and participation. Over 500 Special Olympics athletes will be participating in team and skills competition. Athletes will represent the five boroughs, Long Island and Hudson Valley. Athletes from Special Olympics Connecticut and Special Olympics Pennsylvania will also be invited.

When: Saturday, January 13, 2007

Time: 8:30am – 4:00pm
No floor hockey experience necessary

Please contact Clare Healy at (212) 661-5217 or chealy@nyso.org
if you are interested in any of the volunteer opportunities or need further information.

Thank you and we hope to see you!

Wednesday, October 18, 2006

Manhattan Bowlathon Fundraiser

The 2006 Special Olympics NYC region
Halloween Bowlathon Fundraiser

When:
Sunday, October 29, 2006
9:30am – 12:00pm
Where: Bowlmor Lanes, 110 University Place (bet. 12th & 13th Street)
Costume will be welcomed!!

For more information on volunteering, please contact 212-661-3963.

Tuesday, October 17, 2006

Miles for Medals

Trick or Treat Halloween Walk for Special Olympics
Sunday, October 29, 2006
Clove Lake Park
Staten Island


Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.
Walk begins at 9:30 a.m.

Get your Halloween costumes ready! Get family and friends to sponsor you! Ask your friends, family, and co-workers to help raise funds for Special Olympics athletes. For detailed information please go to www.halloweenwalk2006.kintera.org.

Event Contact: Clare Healy - 212.661.5217