Media Announcement

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                              CONTACT:     Ann Marie McArthur

May 28, 2010                                                                         amcarthur@aboutcare.org

480-802-2331

ABOUT CARE CREATES COMPUTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

About Care, a non-profit organization serving the Chandler and Gilbert areas, is creating a new service program – its Computer Assistance Program. This new program would be bringing the outside world to the elderly and disabled homebound, of Chandler and Gilbert, one computer at a time. The program consists of the following:  teaching basic email and internet skills, ongoing training, and we will provide the computer and internet connection if needed.  The program will be free of charge.

About Care is currently asking for help in creating this program.  We are searching for donated slightly used computer equipment – including hardware and software.  Sponsorships for the program or donations are welcome.  As most of us cannot go a day without using a computer, just think how this program will be able to open the lives of our homebound neighbors!  If possible, please help us help others!  About Care plans on launching the service in September, 2010.

About Care provides services to the physically challenged and frail elderly of Chandler and Gilbert About Care provides services to the physically challenged and frail elderly of Chandler and Gilbert.  The majority of requests for services are for transportation to medical or other important appointments. About Care also offers weekly shopping and errands, respite, reassurance phone calls, and minor home repairs.  About Care was founded in 2005 because of the growing need for these services in our community.

The services are provided without charge by trained and insured volunteers.  About Care is looking for volunteers with big hearts who really want to help others. For more information or to obtain a volunteer application, visit www.aboutcare.org. The About Care volunteers do “small things with great love” and are compassionate, caring individuals who want to make a difference in someone’s life by offering their time.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Lisa Rigler

480-478-1126

info@GilbertSBA.com

Small business Organization Hosts The State Candidates

GSBA 2010 Statesmen’s Tour

Through their Gilbert Small Business Alliance, 471 small businesses bring to the East Valley a series of candidate forums on selected Wednesday nights.  Their 2010 Statesmen’s Tour is held at Warren’s Jazz Bistro (1451 E. Williams Field Rd) in Gilbert, AZ from 5:30 to7:00 pm.  The first “Tour” date is Wednesday June 23rd with more to follow.  The “Statesmen’s Tour” offers the opportunity to relax in a casual atmosphere and have a bite to eat if you like while meeting the candidates and educating yourself on the issues facing us in the upcoming elections.  Be assured the candidates will be on and off the stump promptly, as Warren’s jazz band will be performing on stage at 7:30 for those who wish to stay and interact with candidates.  Warren’s Jazz Bistro is a local small business gem located at the southwest corner of Val Vista and Williams Field Road in Gilbert, AZ.  Warren’s provides a unique atmosphere and refreshing unique style for the Statesmen’s Tour.

Another part of the Statesmen’s Tour, is a dedicated section of the GSBA website where information from each of the many candidates for public office is posted.  This provides the public a one stop introduction to each candidate, and it provides the State candidates with the opportunity to include any information they find relevant to the small business community.  http://www.gilbertsba.com/news/statemens-tour/ The GSBA is giving extra focus on the Legislative District 22 State House of Representatives race and plans to offer an endorsement of two candidates for that office.  The GSBA membership believes that an important part of advocating for small businesses is providing exposure, education and endorsement of local candidates. The GSBA’s State Election Committee is committed to keeping its membership up to date on the issues that matter to small business and offering support for candidates that recognize the importance of these issues.

The Statesmen’s Tour offers the opportunity for all small business entrepreneurs and other members of the public to mingle with the candidates running in the 2010 State election.  Learn about the candidate’s vision for Arizona and the role that small business will play. Ask about positions that matter to you and impact your business, and learn more about the Alliance endorsement process.

The Gilbert Small Business Alliance is founded by Gilbert small business owners. We are united by -our passion to empower, to advocate, and to build the success of small businesses in Gilbert.

• Our Vision: Create a successful and sustainable small business environment.
• Our Mission: Empower and advocate for our Alliance Partners by providing a voice and resources at the local level.
  We are a registered non-profit corporation.  We have applied for 501(c)(6) status

Visit the Gilbert Small Business Alliance website at www.GilbertSBA.com.  You can reach Lisa Rigler at

(602) 617-7399 for more information.

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Town Dance July 3^rd at SanTan Elegante

Where: SanTan Elegante Conference & Reception Center

1800 S. SanTan Village Parkway, Gilbert, AZ 85296

When: Saturday, July 3^rd, 2010

Time:   Doors Open at 8:00pm; Dance Starts at 9:00pm

Price:   $12.00/ ticket pre-sale   $15.00 @ the door

Food available for purchase; Cash Bar with a Variety of Drink Specials!

Chance for Door Prizes included with Ticket Purchase (need not be present to win)

Band:   Ronnie Dye Band!!  (Classic & Modern Country Music)

For More information go to: www.gilbertpromotionalcorporation.com (GPC) or call 480-809-4100 Ticket Sales:  available at the front Registration Desk of the new SanTan Elegante (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm)

or at the Announcers Booth at Gilbert Rodeo Park (Wed., Thurs., or Sat., 6pm-8pm) or

on-line at www.gilbertpromotionalcorporation.com

“All Ticket Sales proceeds help the GPC who brings us the Gilbert Days Celebrations and Parade, our Town’s 4th of July Fireworks, and programs at the Gilbert Rodeo Park.”

Gilbert’s Old Fashioned 4^th of July Fireworks at Ballpark

Where:            Big League of Dreams

4536 East Elliot Road, Gilbert, AZ  85234 (Elliot Road just west of Power Road) 480-813-1270

When: Sunday, July 4^th

Time:  6:00 pm doors open for fun activities

**Fireworks Show begins at dark**

Cost:  Free Admission; Nominal Parking Fee; Nominal Fee for Games and Activities

Food & Beverages provided at park (no outside food or beverages allowed)

For more info go to: www.gilbertpromotionalcorporation.com

Gilbert’s 90th Birthday Party at Gilbert Rodeo Park

Where: Gilbert Rodeo Park

1777 S. Val Vista Drive, Gilbert, AZ 85296 (South of Ray Rd. on Val Vista)

When:             Monday, July 5^th

Time:   8:00am – 11:00am

Cost:   FREE

What:  Booths with games and races in the arena:

Big Game Rescue Tin Can Alley      Roping                    Bounce House

Bean Bag Toss     Horseshoes            Face Painting        Calf Scramble

Arts and Crafts     Petting Zoo            Scavenger Hunt    Greased Pig Race

Grocery Race        Sack Race                              3-Legged Race

Shoe Race                              Photo Booth           Wheelbarrow Race

Please bring a “birthday gift” of non-perishable food items to be donated to a local food bank. The Park’s cook-shack will be open to provide simple breakfast items for purchase and FREE birthday cake and ice cream!

STRESS

Management

• Understand Stress from the inside out
• Learn how to decrease it’s impact
• Understand how stress changes us
• Learn how to manage it

Join Dr. Cherylee Lisonbee

Chiropractic Physician

She answers these questions and more

Learn to Understand the Autonomic Nervous System

and how to de-stress from the inside out

Thursday, June 10^{th •} 7:00 pm

Complimentary Brain Map Assessment

to Attendees –  $147 value

RSVP:  Sue Shipman at 480-633-7292

OptimumBalancing.com

1400 North Gilbert Road, Suite P, Gilbert, 85234

Space is limited to 23 participants

Title: GSBA Gilbert Hay Daze
Location: Marley Farms
Description: Community Event – Details coming soon!
Date: 2010-11-06

Title: GSBA 2010 Statesmen’s Tour
Location: Warrens Jazz Bistro – 1451 E. Williams Field Dr. Gilbert, AZ 85295
Description: 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Come meet and mingle and with the candidates running in the 2010 State Election. This series is a fun way to educate and still relax in a wonderful atmosphere at Warrens. The band will start to play at 7:30 for those who wish to stay and relax.
This is a great opportunity to listen and ask questions.
Date: 2010-08-11

Title: GSBA 2010 Statesmen’s Tour
Location: Warrens Jazz Bistro – 1451 E. Williams Field Dr. Gilbert, AZ 85295
Description: 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Come meet and mingle and with the candidates running in the 2010 State Election. This series is a fun way to educate and still relax in a wonderful atmosphere at Warrens. The band will start to play at 7:30 for those who wish to stay and relax.
This is a great opportunity to listen and ask questions.
Date: 2010-08-04

Title: GSBA 2010 Statesmen’s Tour – District 22 Member Straw Poll Vote
Location: Warrens Jazz Bistro – 1451 E. Williams Field Dr. Gilbert, AZ 85295
Description: 5:30 – 7:00 PM
GSBA members can choose their candidate for endorsement.
Come meet and mingle and with the candidates running in the 2010 State Election. This series is a fun way to educate and still relax in a wonderful atmosphere at Warrens. The band will start to play at 7:30 for those who wish to stay and relax.
This is a great opportunity to listen and ask questions.
Date: 2010-07-21