Thursday, November 14, 2013

The CeSIL Report for Thursday, November 14th

Brrr ~ don’t let the November chill keep you away from the activities happening this month. 
It’s a great way to get out, meet new people and do interesting things.


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Dodgeball Tournament


Want to see some fast-paced fun? Then join us at the Dodgeball Tournament on MondayNovember 18th in the HUB gym at 8:00 pm.  There are currently four 6-person teams competing for the tournament title.

Or, do you think you have what it takes to win the competition?

If so, the deadline to register has been extended until 
Friday, 11/15 at 3:30 pm.

Contact Julia Howe at: jhowe@smccme.edu

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"The Last of the Doughboys"


Maine author, Richard Rubin, is coming to the SMCC South Portland Campus to talk about his new book: "The Last of the Doughboys. The Forgotten Generation and their Forgotten World War.”  on Thursday, November 21st .

Local historian and SMCC history instructor Herb Adams will provide opening remarks. The event will be located in the Learning Commons Lounge from 2:00 - 3:30 pm 

The event is co-sponsored by the Learning Commons and the SMCC Veterans Club.

Rubin's book, "The Last of the Doughboys. The Forgotten Generation and their Forgotten World War," will be available to purchase.

For more information about Richard Rubin, visit www.richardrubinonline.com.
For questions about the event contact the Learning Commons at 207-741-5545 or lmcdaniels@smccME.edu.

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You Give. We Give.


The Health and Wellness club is sponsoring a food drive competition in support of SMCC’s food pantry, the Captain’s Cupboard. 

The club/department/dorm floor/group that raises the most in donations for the food pantry will win a Pizza Party!  Each food item will count as $1.  The group that collects the most, wins a Pizza Party on Tuesday, Dec. 3rd.https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/images/cleardot.gif


Donations of non-perishable food items and monetary funds can be dropped off in the CeSIL office until Tuesday, November 26th

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SMCC Annual Holiday Card


It’s time to choose the 2013 SMCC Annual Holiday Card design.  The Communications and Marketing Department is seeking your help.

Would you like the opportunity to see your creativity represented in the SMCC community? If you have a drawing, digital artwork, photograph or other artwork medium you think would be perfect for our holiday card, please share it. One or more submissions will be chosen to be featured on our card and your name will be attributed to the artwork. Winners will receive a bag full of SMCC goodies!

Submission deadline is December 2nd.
Submissions can be e-mailed to amullen@smccME.edu. 

We can't wait to see all of your creative entries!

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Relay for Life

Saturday, June 14, 2013   
4:00 pm at South Portland High School

In the fight against cancer, silence is the last thing we need. Your local American Cancer Society Relay For Life event is a great place to take action and make noise. The Relay For Life movement features community and campus events that offer an inspiring opportunity to honor cancer survivors, promote how individuals can reduce their cancer risk, and raise money to help end cancer. Today, with the support of thousands of volunteers, the American Cancer Society is helping save more than 400 lives a day. And we won't stop until we finish the fight against cancer!  

Join the fight against cancer. Join or volunteer for the Relay for Life of Greater Portland today!  
call Dawn Emery at 207-691-1094

What Is A Relay Event?
- Organized, overnight community fundraising walk
- Teams of people camp out around a track
- Members of each team take turns walking around the track
- Food, games and activities provide entertainment and build camaraderie
- Family-friendly environment for the entire community

Because it’s a team event, individual participants are not required to be there the entire time. But it's so much fun, you'll find it hard to leave! What Makes a Relay Event Special?

Many moments create the unique Relay experience. Event details vary by location, but all events have key moments in common:

 Survivors Lap
- During the Survivors Lap, all cancer survivors at the event take the first lap around the track, celebrating their victory over cancer while cheered on by the other participants who line the track. Relay For Life events also recognize and celebrate caregivers, who give time, love, and support to their friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers facing cancer.

Luminaria Ceremony
- The Luminaria Ceremony takes place after dark, so we can remember people we have lost to cancer, honor people who have fought cancer in the past, and support those whose fight continues. Candles are lit inside of personalized bags and are placed around the Relay track as glowing tributes to those who’ve been affected by cancer.

History of Relay For Life
- In May 1985, Dr. Gordy Klatt walked and ran for 24 hours around a track in Tacoma, Washington, ultimately raising $27,000 to help the American Cancer Society fight the nation’s biggest health concern – cancer. A year later, 340 supporters joined the overnight event. Since those first steps, the Relay For Life movement has grown into a worldwide phenomenon, raising more than $4 billion to fight cancer.'


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