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Join the Lupus Foundation of America and thousands of walkers on May 18th, to raise money for lupus research, increase awareness of lupus, and rally public support for the estimated 1.5 million Americans who suffer from its brutal impact.

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The Olevolos Project is a non-profit organization that provides educational opportunities to disadvantaged young people in Tanzania. Funds raised from the May 11th 2013 Benefit Brunch will go towards the Olevolos Project's Scholarship Program that support the educational and affiliated needs of disadvantaged and orphaned students from the Olevolos Village. 

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May 11th is sure to be a fun day with lots of amazing artists, jewelers and crafters specializing in all things handmade. What’s even better is that a portion of the proceeds fo to the Museum School in Chelsea. The entire school community will be involved in making this a very special day!

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Spend Mother's Day this May 12, honoring women and celebrating the accomplishments of those who have survived Domestic Violence and are making a difference in the world.

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Join WITS (Wellness in the Schools) at their annual fundraiser on April 23rd, to support healthy eating, environmental awareness and fitness as a way of life for kids in NYC public schools. WITS inspires healthy eating, environmental awareness and fitness as a way of life for kids in public schools across the country.

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Satisfy your sweet tooth on April 21st, with an afternoon of desserts and drinks to raise awareness and funds for Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) and support the national non-profit's mission of providing scholarships, education, and career opportunities in the culinary arts to disadvantaged youth. 100% of the proceeds raised at this event will go to C-CAP. 

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Please join event sponsor Call to Action - New York and Alex Gibney on April 11th, to support the important work of Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP).

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On Tuesday,  March 26th, BAC presents a panel of legal and insurance professionals, including representatives of Fractured Atlas and Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, to explain how artists can best prepare for a potential future disaster like Superstorm Sandy.

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A special celebration commemorating the 35th anniversary of the Love Canal crisis in Niagara Falls will be held on March 6th. The event commemorates the victory at Love Canal and acknowledges Lois Gibbs and those who sacrificed so much to protect families from toxic exposures and establish new laws and regulations to create a safer world for all.

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Back by popular demand, this convivial Friends of James Beard Benefit onMarch 24th, will bring together a formidable group of chefs from both near and far to prepare the ultimate family-style feast at New York City’s iconic Chelsea Market. More than 250 guests will be seated at 3 long tables to enjoy a family–style meal served by more than 15 chefs, from near and far

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