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Winter 2006

CapTech Classic

Volunteer for the CapTech Classic on June 1! Entering its 4th year, the CapTech Classic has evolved into one of the premier cycling events in North America, featuring some of the world's best cyclists competing on a spectator-friendly course in Downtown Richmond. But the CTC is so much more than a bike race. It is a street festival featuring live music, a marketplace expo, kid's events, and a bicycle stunt show. There are several ways to get involved: serve as a course marshall, help with the venue set-up, or even host some of the athletes. For more information about the event or to sign up to volunteer, log onto www.captechclassic.com or call (804) 545-8760.

Five-Time Olympian Chris Witty Coming To Richmond

Multi-Sport Olympian Scheduled for May 31 CapTech Classic Kick-Off Dinner to Benefit Greater Richmond SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now)

Five-time Olympian Chris Witty will be the featured guest at the CapTech Classic Kick-Off Dinner to benefit Greater Richmond SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now) on the evening of Wednesday, May 31, the night before the CapTech Classic. Proceeds from the dinner will support SCAN’s child abuse prevention and treatment services.

Witty is one of only nine Americans who have competed in both the Summer and Winter Olympic Games. As a speed skater, Witty has competed in the 1994, 1998, 2002, and 2006 Winter Games. She’s medaled three times as a speed skater, including winning silver (1000m) and bronze (1500m) medals at the 1998 Olympics in Nagano, Japan; and winning the gold medal in the 1000m in World Record time at the 2002 Olympics in Salt Lake City. The 2006 U. S. Olympic Team elected Witty as the flag bearer to lead the American delegation into the Opening Ceremony of the Winter Games in Torino, Italy.

Witty also competed as a track cyclist at the 2000 Olympic Summer Games in Sydney, Australia, where she placed fifth overall in the 500m cycling time trials. She was the U. S. national cycling champion at 500m in both 1996 and 1998.

After the Salt Lake City Games, Witty revealed that she suffered from childhood sexual abuse. Witty is now an advocate for child abuse prevention.

For more information about the dinner or to buy tickets, log onto www.captechclassic.com or contact SCAN at 257-7226, and ask for Michelle.
Thank You Event Sponors!

Virginia National Backyard Barbeque

Seagull Promotions presents Virginia National Backyard Barbeque - State Championship on May 13th from 11am - 8pm. Proceeds from this event will benefit SCAN. Come and enjoy the best BBQ, ribs and chicken Virginia has to offer! There will be plenty of dancing and entertainment from some of the region's best musical groups to work off all the BBQ! Visit Seagull Promotions' webpage at www.seagullpromotions.com to learn more about the event or to buy tickets. If you are interested in volunteering at this event, contact Michelle Davis at mdavis@grscan.com or (804)257-7226.

Townes Tee Off Classic

Team up with Townes Site Engineering to Stop Child Abuse Now! Round up a team to participate in the Townes Tee Off Classic on Thursday, May 11 at the Highlands Golfers’ Club in Chesterfield County. In addition to raising funds for child abuse prevention, golfers will have the opportunity to play on an outstanding golf course, win great prizes, and network with other professionals that care about keeping children safe. Team sponsorship is $400. Other sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Michelle Davis at mdavis@grscan.com or (804)257-7226 with any questions. Download the forms to sign up your foursome now!

10th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta!

K95 presents the 10th Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta! This year's event will be on Friday, May 5 from 4-11pm. Bands featured include: Toots and the Maytals, Fighting Gravity,Bio Ritmo, and Wrinkle Neck Mules. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the gate - children 10 and under free with paid adult. Tickets can be purchased from all Plan 9 locations and online at www.browncoffee.com. If you are interested in volunteering at this event, contact Michelle Davis at mdavis@grscan.com or (804)257-7226.

National Child Abuse Prevention Month-April

Words CAN Hurt. To learn how you can participate in National Child Abuse Prevention Month - click here.

Windsor Farms Progressive Dinner and Auction

The fourth Annual Windsor Farms Progressive Dinner and Auction took place on April 1, 2006. The event was a hugh success! SCAN would like to thank all dinner hosts, planning committee members and guests for their part in making this event even bigger and better this year. To check out the list of sponsors, hosts and in-kind donors as well as pictures from the big night click here.

Shamrock the Block 2006 to Benefit SCAN!

Bud Light & Murphy's Irish Stout present Shamrock the Block- a St. Patrick's Day celebration on March 18, 2006. The event runs from noon - 6pm at the 17th Street Farmers Market. Admission is free. Attendees will be able to enjoy great food, adult beverages, children's entertainment and games, vendor displays, and live music from 4Play, 11:1. the Fontanas, Superboot, and Sin Sity. So put on your finest green gear, and come out and support SCAN!

17th Annual Christmas Party Benefits SCAN - December 3, 2005

SCAN would like to extend a special thank you to the hosts of the Annual Christmas Party for their part in making this fundraiser a huge success. We would also like to thank all of our great volunteers for their continued support of our organization by freely giving their time to help at events throughout the year. Together, we raised over $14,000 for SCAN's programs.

Hosts of the party included: Craig Campbell, Valerie Chafe, Byron Chafin, Ted Cox, Eileen Dahlstedt, Dee DeLoatche, John & Page George, Ginny & Bill Hark, Ray Knapp, Paul Leveque, Mitch Manning, Wendy Gayle March, Scotty McCraken, Frank & Caren Payne, Gary Richard, Edgar Simmons, Don & Pia Steinbrugge, Jill & Stone Strotmeyer, Scott & Georgia Stolte, Ann Tyree, Greg Vining, Karen Warren, Jim & Martine Whitehurst, and David Word.

We look forward to working with all of you again next year!

Salisbury Progressive Dinner & Auction - October 15, 2005

"It's a Marvelous Night for a Moon Dance"

Thank you to all the planning committee members and dinner hosts for making the first annual Salisbury Progressive Dinner & Auction a success. The event raised over $20,000 that will go directly to supporting SCAN's programs. We really appreciate your support and all the work you put in to planning this elegant event.

Dinner hosts were Sue & Tom Bartlett, Heidi & Jeff Bassett, Melissa & Matt Carr, Gayle & Rob Hargett, Robin & Chris Leahy, Kathy & Tim Merry, Barb & Doug Peyronnett, Ginger & Doug Pridgen, Janell & Dean Rhee, Julie & Bill Weiskopf, and Marigrace & Howard Wilkes.

Planning committee members were Robin Jones (Chair), Fran Babashak, Monica Cassier, Laurie Hopkins, Gay King, Kathy Merry, Lynn Moore, Barb Peyronnett, Amy Rivera, Debbie Spillman, Lynda Twomey, and Marigrace Wilkes.