Showing posts with label Davidson NC. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Davidson NC. Show all posts

Sunday, March 30, 2014

"Feeding Your Spirit” Cookbook Now Available For Sale



“Feeding Your Spirit,” a cookbook created by supporters of A Giving Spirit Foundation (AGSF) is available for sale now.  Pre-order your cookbook today to ensure you receive a copy of this limited release collection of favorite family recipes.

Local supporters and friends across the country submitted recipes with special family memories – recipes passed down from generation to generation or created recently and are now a family favorite.  “Aunt Susan’s Crab Dip,” “Lou’s Favorite Simple Salad,” “Oma’s German Potato Salad,” “Josh’s Favorite Chicken Noodle Cheese Casserole,” “Great Grandma’s  Gingerbread Cookies” and “Pauline’s Lemon Pound Cake” are just some of the mouth watering heritage recipes  included in the cookbook. 

This cookbook was created by – and for – the friends of A Giving Spirit Foundation and contains over 200 recipes.  Pre-order your cookbook today - see the Purchase Your Cookbook section to the right of this post.  

Cookbooks will be delivered in person at the locations below or mailed to out of town supporters (shipping included in price).  You will also be able to buy a copy at the events below, while supplies last.

·         May 1 – Main Street Books (6 – 8 p.m.)126 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036 (Cookbook Launch Party!)

·         May 3 – Davidson Town Day (http://www.ci.davidson.nc.us)  Main Street, Davidson, NC. Look for the AGSF booth.
·         May 17 -  Davidson Farmers Market (http://www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org/)  Located next to Town Hall between Main & Jackson Streets.  Look for the AGSF booth.
·         May 24 -  Raeford’s Barber Shop (10 a.m. – 1 p.m.)  206 S. Main Street, Davidson, NC

All proceeds from the cookbook will benefit AGSF.  AGSF provides financial assistance to deserving mothers in the Davidson and greater Charlotte, NC area who are suffering from a debilitating disease or other unforeseen health challenge.  AGSF also supports research organizations searching for a cure for Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), like Project ALS and The ALS Association Jim “Catfish” Hunter chapter.  AGSF is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

AGSF was founded in 2008, soon after Laura Woodall of Davidson, NC was diagnosed with ALS. Mrs. Woodall quickly realized that one of the most challenging parts of living with disease is the toll it can take on the family, mainly due to the new financial pressures that come with ongoing  health issues. That realization prompted her to take action and ask friends to form A Giving Spirit Foundation.

When Mrs. Woodall learned of the upcoming “Feeding Your Spirit” fundraiser, she and her family were eager to submit recipes of their own and they are found throughout the cookbook. “I remember getting a thrill from hosting our extended family for the holidays. Every step from making my grocery list, going to the grocery store, to baking anything ahead of time was as if it was my fulfilling challenge to do this for a wonderful holiday meal together.  By mid-afternoon we could all sit, feast, tell stories from the past, laugh, indulge in seconds, talk more, laugh more, and eventually have room for dessert. That time together was everything I'd hoped for –cooking leading to a sweet victory for everyone!”

Join us at  Main Street Books for the AGSF Feeding Your Spirit Cookbook Launch Party!  Pick up your pre-ordered copy or purchase your copy for $15.00 on Tuesday, May 1, from  6 – 8 p.m.

Feeding Your Spirit, A cookbook made for and by the friends of A Giving Spirit Foundation.


Sunday, December 22, 2013

Christmas Eve morning Jingle Bell Jog for AGSF





SECOND ANNUAL JINGLE BELL JOG 5K
'Twas the day before Christmas, when all through Davidson town,
Every runner was running, their Santa hats bouncing up and down.
Their shoelaces were tied-up with jingle bells nice and tight
So the magical sound of bells rang out through the mid-morning light.

All of the runners' children were invited to come out and run too
So visions of them crazed with too much energy, would not come true
Mama in her Nikes and I in my old running tee
Headed down to the parking lot at Summit Coffee

As 9 a.m. rang, there arose such a clatter
As runners and pets through the town did scatter
Looking for the 5K trail laid-out around town with flour
That would bring them back to Summit so they could all enjoy coffee hour

So grab your shoes and your kids and maybe your dog too
To head down town and if you donate $20 to A Giving Spirit there'll be a t-shirt for you.  
We'll provide the jingle bells, you provide the fun
And we'll all enjoy a nice Christmas Eve run.

A small group of local Davidson friends are hosting a very unofficial Jingle Bell Jog 5K at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec 24th, the morning of Christmas eve to raise awareness and money for A Giving Spirit Foundation (AGFS).    Everyone that donates at least $20 that morning to AGFS will receive a fun AND attractive t-shirt.   

Even if you can't run, please consider making a donation to AGFS through www.agivingspirit.org and clicking on the donate button. We will meet at 9 a.m. at the Summit parking lot and start shortly thereafter.  There's no support along the way...no street closings, water stops or officers directing traffic, but we will have laid out the trail with flour so if you can follow an arrow, you can follow the trail.  We'll have jingle bells to tie on your shoes, but feel free to bring any other festive wear to enhance your holiday look.   There's a 5K route that you can walk or run and then a 1 mile fun run for the kids.  After we are done, we can all grab some coffee and let the kids run around a bit.   

Anyone is welcome so PLEASE forward on to friends and neighbors.  Email me if you have any questions

Sunday, May 19, 2013

Tuesday's Breakfast, Lunch & Dessert Plans



We've got two great events this week at two of Davidson's favorite destinations.  Please consider dining out (or picking up and getting to-go orders!) on Tuesday, May 21 to support A Giving Spirit Foundation.


Toast (http://toastcafeonline.com/davidson/)  101 N. Main Street, Davidson, NC
Tuesday, May 21
A favorite for breakfast and lunch, you can often see people gathered in front waiting for a table on the weekends.  Start your day strong with a breakfast sandwich, omelet, stuffed french toast or an egg specialty dish and then gear up for the afternoon work day with a wrap, bountiful salad, grilled burger or a home style sandwich.  Don't forget dessert!  10% of sales on Tuesday will go to AGSF.  

Please note, Toast is NOT open for dinner on Tuesday and is serving Breakfast from 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Ben & Jerry's  (http://scoopshops.benjerry.com/scoopshops/davidson/default.aspx) 202 South Main Street, Davidson, NC
Tuesday, May 21, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Grab the kids and stop by your favorite neighborhood ice cream parlor for a scoop or two to benefit A Giving Spirit Foundation. You might just see a few familiar faces behind the counter!


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More events coming in May!


May 29 -- Flat Iron Kitchen + Taphouse - 215 South Main Street, Davidson, NC
Diners must present a flyer and 15% of sale will go to AGSF. Pick a flyer up at Town Day, Farmers Market or Raeford's Booths. Or email agsf@agivingspirit.org to request one.  
*Just Added!*  May 31 -- Charlotte Shoe company  - 202 S. Main Street, Davidson, NC (right behind Ben & Jerry's)

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Davidson Businesses Ready for AGSF Awareness Month

In just a few short days, AGSF Awareness Month begins.  This is a big deal for us and we're thrilled to see that support in the Davidson community has doubled since our inaugural AGSF Awareness Month in 2012.

Why May?
We chose May to hold our first AGSF Awareness month to coincide with three meaningful events:
  1. May is ALS Awareness month and since part of our mission is to support organizations searching for a cure for ALS, it is fitting to share this  month.
  2. May 5th is Laura Somerville Woodall's birthday, our dear friend and the person who dreamt up AGSF and then asked friends to make her dream a reality. She's the inspiration for all we do at AGSF.
  3. May 12th is Mother's Day and since our mission centers around helping mothers, what better month to spread the word about AGSF.
How can I learn more about this organization?
Visit our booths at Davidson Town Day on May 4, Davidson Farmers Market on May 11 and in front of Raeford's Barber shop on May 18.  Volunteers will be ready to answer any and all of your questions. 

I love to shop and eat, how can I support AGSF and my local Davidson community?
Shop and dine at these businesses on the days indicated and AGSF will benefit. Please note, some events are during specific time frames during the day so make sure to plan your day to visit that business during the time indicated below.


Raffle, I love a raffle!
Well, then we have good news for you.  We'll be selling raffle tickets and other goodies at the booths.  We have great prizes from Caroline Caton Quilts, Wooden Stone, Savvy Salon and Day Spa, Monkees, Dance Davidson and Davidson Community Players!

OK, I have my calendar ready, where and when can I support AGSF?

May 1 - Sabi (http://www.ilovesabi.com) 130 Harbour Place Drive, Davidson, NC  Write “AGSF” at the bottom of the receipt.

May 4 – Davidson Town Day (http://www.ci.davidson.nc.us)  Main Street, Davidson, NC. Look for the AGSF booth.

May 9, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m -  Carrburritos (http://www.carrburritos.com/davidson/)  445 South Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 11 -  Davidson Farmers Market (http://www.davidsonfarmersmarket.org/)  Located next to Town Hall between Main & Jackson Streets.  Look for the AGSF booth.

May 14 – The Village Store (www.thevillagestore.com) 110 South Main Street, Davidson, NC.

May 16 – Restaurant X (http://www.restaurantx-davidson.com/)   408 South Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 18 -  Raefords Barber Shop  206 S. Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 18 – Davidson Beverage Company (http://www.davidsonbeverage.com/)   442 South Main Street, Davidson, NC

 May 19 – 4:00 p.m.  GottaYoga LKN (http://www.gottayogastudio.com/lkn_home.html)  19911 North Cove Road, Suite 12, Cornelius NC
This is a Karma Yoga Class – there is no fee to attend but donations are accepted.

May 21 – Toast (http://toastcafeonline.com/davidson/)  101 N. Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 21 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. -- Ben & Jerry's Davidson (http://scoopshops.benjerry.com/scoopshops/davidson/default.aspx) 202 South Main Street, Davidson, NC

May 29 -- Flat Iron Grill (http://www.flatirononmain.com/) 215 South Main Street, Davidson, NC
Diners must present a flyer and 15% of sale will go to AGSF.  Pick a flyer up at Town Day, Farmers Market or Raeford’s Booths.  Or email agsf@agivingspirit.org to request one.