Love Offerings, 2nd Annual Christmas Party!

Do your Christmas Shopping with us! We have some of the most unique and creative crafts, gifts and jewelry for sale as part of our Christmas Market. A portion of all proceeds will go directly to the children.

Dear Friends,

This year we are inviting each and every one of you to share your Christmas spirit by helping us support children orphaned by Aids in Embu, Kenya.

The idea is a simple one; bring your friends and family to our party for your holiday gathering and we will provide the food, live music, entertainment and a fabulous venue with plenty of room for all.

With those funds that would customarily go for wine or a small gift for the host/hostess, we ask that it go instead toward the purchase of a ticket.

For only $30, not only will you have a great evening but you will have the satisfaction of knowing you have helped to feed, clothe, house and educate the many beautiful children of this project for yet another year.

For tickets call Natalie @ (416) 964-3380 or write natalie@pcwf.ca. Price $30.

Visa, MasterCard and Amex accepted. A tax receipt is available for all donations of $30 or more.

If you are unable to attend, please consider making a donation. You can do that directly on-line by clicking, Donate online to Acacia, located to your left.

(Free parking along Broadview, Mortimer and side streets after 6pm)

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It's going to be a great party. So don't miss it! Check out our incredible line-up of talent.

Live Music & Entertainment Schedule:

7:00 pm Opening band, One Earth Spirit

7:45 pm Larry Rooney to play 5 min video

8:00 pm Raffle prizes

8:30 pm Comedian Bryan Whitehead

8:35 pm Raffle prizes

9:30 pm Live Auction with Emcee Steve

10:30 pm Drum Theatre Togetherness

11:00 pm Moanin' Bones with a special surprise.

11:30 pm More Prizes. Party, eat, drink, dance!

12:00 pm Larry with closing comments

Featuring, Moanin' Bones

Since early '93, Moanin' Bones, made up of individuals from a variety of musical backgrounds, began performing.

The core members, Singer, Susan Bryant and Keyboard Artist, Helen Vukovich remain eclectic, with their influences panning from old school jazz to modern pop. When combined with their innovative arrangements and strong original material, Susan's powerful and moving voice demands emotion from the listener.

The Bones have been involved in a number of AIDS related benefits from it's inception. While still playing their music for the Toronto club scene from ime to time, they continue to support the cause. Helen and Susan's latest cause being The Acacia Children's Project, in support of children orphaned by AIDs in Embu, Kenya.

To date, they've recorded an independent, 6 song CD with the likes of Sonia Jung, a "principle violinist" with the Toronto Symphony and Norman Orenstein, lead guitarist of Molly Johnson's "Infidels" and now film and television composer. If you listen to the tracks, you'll hear Norm's signature guitar throughout.

Although the CD has never been publicly release, you can hear some of their pieces on various Canadian film soundtracks. Moanin' Bones have continued to write, always adding new material to their repertoire, and a new recording project is now in the works.

Don't miss them at the party! They have put together a spectacular number written for the children that they will debut at 11:00 pm.

To find out more about, Moanin' Bones or listen to some tracks, visit www.myspace.com/moaninbones

Special Performance by Comedian,

Bryan Whitehead

Bryan is a Thea award actor and a graduate of the Second City Conservatory program.

He has done Stand-up all over Toronto as well as Ottawa and Seattle, Washington.

Drum Theatre Togetherness

Drum Theatre Togetherness

Is a group of Africans from the continent and the diaspora who come together in traditional drumming and dances. They have performed in Canada and in the Caribbean to large audiences. Drum Theatre continues to deliver dramatic pieces of their original works to the masses. Drum Theatre Togetherness will released their first DVD in 2004.

Performing, 'I'm Still Standing'

A song/video written specifically for The Acacia Children's Project. One Earth Spirithas graciously committed the sales revenue of their CD to the children. The words, music and lyrics are composed by Canadian composer Paul E. Royes.

This video is created to show the faces of Embu, Kenya and tell the story of one man who was moved to compassionate action. Everyone has the ability to transform the world.

One Earth Spirit, is a musical project with three core concert performers: RE-VO (bass, guitars), Fast Eddie (drums)and Bela Ray (guitars, vocals).

The Acacia Children's Project is a vehicle for creating a sustainable community in Embu, Kenya.

The story begins with children orphaned by AIDS. In 2006, Ed O'Sullivan
visits Embu, and is moved to act with compassion. He returns to Canada
and activates a number of associates into action.

In 2007, ONE EARTH SPIRIT is created as a musical vehicle for fundraising. Every dollar earned goes directly to the children of Embu, Kenya.

http://oneearthspirit.blogspot.com

Opening the Show, One Earth Spirit

Live Auction Items:

Native Bowl, donated by artist Michelle Josephi.

Magic of Nature by Michelle Josephi

Returning

is the name of this peice. Made of Charcoal Clay. At its sidest point it is 17 inches in diameter. 3.5 inches deep, 11 lbs in weight with custom glaze. Multiple textures and colours, organic watery wave sides, deep grooves of woody branches contrasted with vines and leaves on top.

Returning has a fracture (only visible in the back) which lead the piece on a journey to return to the 'fire' (kiln) for the 3rd time, furthering its transmutation. This is also when an additional application of the vines and leaves was incorporated. Thus the energy and symbolism of the piece - Buddha nature - returning to nature.

Returning donated by artist Laurie Anne King

Untitled, hand-made stain-glass circle donated by Rodney Black.

Between $300-$400 worth of jeans from Vestame,

A leading uptown denim store with a distinct downtown feel, Vesta Me offers unique designer brands for men and women including Juicy Couture, Christian Audigier, Ed Hardy, Hudson, Paige Premium Denim, Malicious Manor, Miss Sixty, Superdry, Killah, Jack & Jones and many more. The boutique’s products are imported from fashion capitals around the world, ensuring that it is always at the forefront of fashion. Vesta Me is located at 3175 Rutherford Road in Vaughan. Step by Vesta Me’s, New York style boutique and update your wardrobe with this season’s essential pieces.

Call 905-761-0995 or visit
www.vestame.com

A DLK on Avenue Acacia Children’s Project package consisting of a Gift Certificate redeemable for:

One-on-One Consultation with Dr. Lisa Kellett at DLK on Avenue where
Dr. Kellett will personally assess the skin's condition through a
detailed skin and health history, review of previous treatments and
skin examination (value $100)

DLK Microdermabrasion treatment to invigorate cell renewal through exfoliation and improve skin elasticity, texture, color, and overall appearance (value $150)

Clear Clinical Skin Rejuvenation Package consisting
of Clear Clinical Sensitive Skin Cleanser, Clear Skin Renewal Masque
and Clear Clinical Restructuring Nightly Repair Cream (value $250)

http://drkellett.typepad.com/drkellett/dlk_microdermabrasion/index.html

Founded by Dermatologist Dr. Lisa Kellett, DLK on Avenue
is Canada's Premier Dermatology Clinic offering the best of traditional
medclinical skin treatments, the latest advancements in innovative,
laser-focused technological therapies and a highly trained team of
experts, all to deliver the most sophisticated skin treatments
available.