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Sussex County Chapter Newsletter
March 2011	Winter 2010-11	Summer 2010	March 2010
Winter 2009-10	Summer 2009	Winter 2008-09
September 2011 Press Releases September 13, 2011 - Upcoming Course Schedule September 7, 2011 - Upcoming Course Schedule August 2011 Press Releases August 24, 2011 - Upcoming Course Schedule July 2011 Press Releases July 27, 2011 - American Red Cross Grilling Safety and Upcoming Course Schedule July 21, 2011 - 2011 Quinn Dinner Honorees July 20, 2011 - Local Red Cross Blood Supply Drops to Critically Low Levels July 20, 2011 - American Red Cross Babysitter Training and Course Schedule July 19, 2011 - Sussex Red Cross Attends Street Naming Ceremony to Honor Fallen Marine July 11, 2011 - American Red Cross Bicycling Safety and Class Schedule July 6, 2011 - American Red Cross Offering Newly Revised First Aid/CPR/AED Programs July 5, 2011 - Generous Donation Caps Off Successful American Red Cross Golf Classic June 2011 Press Releases June 29, 2011 - Red Cross Thunderstorm Safety and Upcoming Class Schedule June 21, 2011 - Local Red Cross Offers Exploring Humanitarian Law Workshop for Educators June 20, 2011 - American Red Cross Summer Water Safety Tips and Training June 16, 2011 - Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course June 10, 2011 - Heat Wave Safety Checklist June 2, 2011 - Families Planning Water Activities this Summer, but Two in Ten Lack Good Swimming Skills May 2011 Press Releases May 25, 2011 - 19th Annual Golf Classic May 25, 2011 - Focus on Safety during Memorial Day Weekend May 25, 2011 - Red Cross Course Schedule May 19, 2011 - Red Cross Course Schedule May 17, 2011 - Southern States Grapple with Back-to-Back Disasters Local Red Cross Volunteers ‘Deploy’ to Provide Aid May 5, 2011 - Red Cross Dog First Aid Training Offered April 2011 Press Releases April 29, 2011 - Red Cross Reminds Lifeguards to register for Recertification! April 26, 2011 - Jump for Japan Hosted by local Pope John Student April 15, 2011 - American Red Cross Course Schedule - Training Grants Currently Available for Military Families April 12, 2011 - Red Cross Survey Finds Young Americans Unaware of Rules of War April 7, 2011 - American Red Cross joins Main Street 5K/10K Festival & Business Expo Fundraiser April 7, 2011 - The American Civil War - A Humanitarian Perspective March 2011 Press Releases March 30, 2011 - 5th Annual essential2life Race Supports American Red Cross March 30, 2011 - American Red Cross joins Main Street 5K/10K Festival & Business Expo Fundraiser March 30, 2011 - Calling all bowlers…local Red Cross invites you to join the Tournament of Heroes! March 30, 2011 - Red Cross Reminds Lifeguards to register for Recertification! March 23, 2011 - “Dine Out” - to support the American Red Cross March 23, 2011 - Red Cross Course Schedule March 23, 2011 - American Red Cross joins Main Street 5K/10K Festival & Business Expo Fundraiser March 21, 2011 - Red Cross Marches in St. Pats Parade March 16, 2011 - It’s a Great time to Volunteer! Become part of Red Cross Disaster Services March 16, 2011 - Red Cross Course Schedule March 10, 2011 - Red Cross Ready to Act During State of Emergency March 10, 2011 - Save the Date to Save a Life! Learn Citizen CPR for Free March 9, 2011 - “Dine out” - to support the American Red Cross March 9, 2011 - Red Cross Reminds Lifeguards to register for Recertification! March 4, 2011 - “Dine out” - to support the American Red Cross March 2, 2011 - Daytime CPR Training Offered February 2011 Press Releases February 24, 2011 - “Dine Out” - to support the American Red Cross February 24, 2011 - Humanity in the Midst of War: Introduction to International Humanitarian Law February 24, 2011 - Red Cross Asks People to Join in During Red Cross Month February 18, 2011 - Heroes Campaign to run During March is Red Cross Month! February 16, 2011 - Red Cross Reminds Lifeguards to register for Recertification! February 2, 2011 - Winter Safety Tips for Hazardous Weather Conditions January 2011 Press Releases January 28, 2011 - Red Cross Dog First Aid Training Offered January 28, 2011 - Are you Ready to make a Difference? January 26, 2011 - Lowest January Blood Supply in a Decade January 18, 2011 - Training Grants Currently Available for Military Families January 11, 2011 - 2011 Heroes For the American Red Cross Chairperson Honored to Serve January 3, 2011 - Red Cross Training Classes December 2010 Press Releases December 27, 2010 - “Money raised here – Stays Here” December 27, 2010 - Local Red Cross Volunteers Head East to Manage West Orange Shelter December 22, 2010 - Local Red Cross Recognizes Volunteer of the Month! December 17, 2010 - Special Red Cross Holiday Tree Honors Service Men/Women December 6, 2010 - Red Cross Babysitter’s Training! December 2, 2010 - Red Cross Training Classes November 2010 Press Releases November 24, 2010 - The Sussex County Chapter of the American Red Cross Encourages Families to Share Gratitude with Service Members This Thanksgiving November 24, 2010 - Red Cross Conducts Shelter Drill November 24, 2010 - Red Cross offers online giving catalog to help families make charitable gifts in the name of others November 19, 2010 - "Top Ten" Fire Safety Tips as Thanksgiving Nears November 15, 2010 - Red Cross Training Classes November 11, 2010 - Red Cross Gala Honors Two Local Supporters November 9, 2010 - Red Cross Training Classes November 1, 2010 - Change the Clocks, Change the Smoke Alarm Batteries October 2010 Press Releases October 22, 2010 - Red Cross Helps Local Fredon Resident & Young Son to Recover From Disaster October 19, 2010 - Red Cross Offers Tips for Safe Trick-or-Treating October 8, 2010 - News 12’s Roxanne Evans to Emcee Red Cross Fundraising Event October 7, 2010 - Red Cross Entices Supporters with online Auction Prior to Major Fundraising Event October 5, 2010 - Local Red Cross urges people to make sure they have smoke alarms in their homes September 2010 Press Releases September 17, 2010 - Red Cross Offers Dog and Cat First Aid September 10, 2010 - Red Cross Urges People to Get Prepared with Free Program September 9, 2010 - 2010 Quinn Award Honorees Announced September 7, 2010 - Red Cross Offers Instructor Training August 2010 Press Releases August 30, 2010 - Red Cross Congratulates New Instructor of International Humanitarian Law August 19, 2010 - County Residents Wanted for Red Cross Disaster Action Teams! August 16, 2010 - Red Cross offers School Bus Safety Tips August 12, 2010 - Local Red Cross Provides Disaster Relief After early morning Fire Destroys Homes August 9, 2010 - Get Out and Play - Red Cross Sports Safety Tips Help Minimize Injury August 2, 2010 - Knowing Pet First Aid Can Save Your Best Friend’s Life July 2010 Press Releases July 26, 2010 - Red Cross announces Babysitter’s Training Course on August 14th July 14, 2010 - American Red Cross offers Professional Rescuer Training June 2010 Press Releases June 29, 2010 - Summer Picnics – Safe and Fun for Everyone June 24, 2010 - National Red Cross Celebrity Cabinet Member Raven Symone Helps Families Prepare for Emergencies June 24, 2010 - Red Cross Offers Lightning Safety Tips June 23, 2010 - Celebrate Red Cross Night at Skylands Park in Augusta and Help Support Your Local Red Cross! June 16, 2010 - Red Cross Summer Course Schedule June 7, 2010 - Red Cross Offers Seasonal Safety Tips May 2010 Press Releases May 28, 2010 - Red Cross Announces Exploring Humanitarian Law Institute for Educators May 28, 2010 - Red Cross Survey Finds More than Two-thirds of Americans Experience a Summer Emergency May 17, 2010 - Red Cross Offers Safety Tips for Hiking and Camping May 14, 2010 - Red Cross Course Schedule May 7, 2010 - Local Red Cross Prepares for 18th Annual Golf Classic May 3, 2010 - Red Cross Reminds Lifeguards – It’s time to recertify! April 2010 Press Releases April 30, 2010 - Local Red Cross Announces Volunteer Promotions! April 26, 2010 - Red Cross Training Schedule April 20, 2010 - Upcoming Training Schedule April 13, 2010 - Red Cross Offers Bicycle Safety Tips April 8, 2010 - AMERICAN RED CROSS TO HONOR LOCAL HEROES FOR SUPPORT OF FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN April 7, 2010 - Prepare for Emergencies with American Red Cross Training April 6, 2010 - Red Cross Heroes Campaign Has Ways for Everyone to Help! March 2010 Press Releases March 30, 2010 - Local Red Cross Volunteers Respond to Northern NJ Flooding March 30, 2010 - Full Course for EMT’s and Professional Rescuers Being Offered by Local Red Cross March 29, 2010 - American Red Cross Announces Spending Plan for Relief and Recovery in Haiti March 29, 2010 - The Spiritual Awakening Helps Uplift the Local Red Cross March 23, 2010 - RED CROSS “HEROES” CAMPAIGN IS UNDER WAY! Nicholson & Vetrano Team Up to Support Sussex County Chapter March 15, 2010 - “Dine out” - to support the American Red Cross March 10, 2010 - “Dine out” - to support the American Red Cross March 8, 2010 - Spring Break Is A Great Time To Take American Red Cross Babysitting Training February 2010 Press Releases February 25, 2010 - American Red Cross offers Professional Rescuer Recertification Training February 11, 2010 - Are you Prepared to Act? Are You willing to bet a life on it? February 3, 2010 - Prepare for Emergencies with American Red Cross Training February 2, 2010 - Fire Safety Tips - Prepare Now for Peace of Mind Later February 2, 2010 - Local Red Cross Fundraiser Helps With Costs from Several Local Fires January 2010 Press Releases January 27, 2010 - Plan for Presidents Weekend - Enroll in Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Now January 19, 2010 - Red Cross Dog First Aid Training Offered Free to Veterans and Military Families January 15, 2010 - Sussex Red Cross Provides Disaster Relief to many, after Fires Destroy Homes January 15, 2010 - American Red Cross Releases $10 Million to Help Haiti January 13, 2010 - Notice to the Residents of Concetta Towers, Franklin, NJ January 13, 2010 - Red Cross Response to Haiti Earthquake January 5, 2010 - Local Red Cross Hosts Fundraiser Featuring the Brownstone’s Ultimate Beefsteak Dinner January 5, 2010 - Red Cross Gives Safety Tips for Winter Storms December 2009 Press Releases December 29, 2009 - Sussex County Chapter of the American Red Cross Announces January Training Schedule December 18, 2009 - A little help with your New Year’s Resolutions December 10, 2009 - Red Cross Tips for a Happy Holiday November 2009 Press Releases November 30, 2009 - Red Cross Gift Certificates Available On-line! November 30, 2009 - Red Cross Military Families Networking Group November 28, 2009 - Red Cross Marches in GNCC Holiday Parade November 23, 2009 - Don't Let the Flu Ruin Your Holiday November 19, 2009 - American Red Cross Launches New Holiday Giving Campaign November 16, 2009 - Free Training Program Available to Help Community Be Prepared November 16, 2009 - “Holiday Mail for Heroes” to Deliver Greetings to U.S. Military Members their Families and Veterans November 16, 2009 - Red Cross Gift Certificates for Dog First Aid and other Training November 11, 2009 - Healthcare Provider/Professional Rescuer Training November 10, 2009 - American Red Cross Celebrates Military Families Appreciation Month November 9, 2009 - Red Cross Hosts Military Families Networking Group Opportunity to Write Notes to Fort Hood Families November 4, 2009 - Training Grants Currently Available for Military Families October 2009 Press Releases October 28, 2009 - Red Cross Clubs Start Strong This School Year October 28, 2009 - American Red Cross Training Schedule October 28, 2009 - The Award Goes to . . . Glen Vetrano October 22, 2009 - Sussex Red Cross Offers “Trick” to Safety this Halloween - Everyone Should Follow the “Lucky 13” October 20, 2009 - Red Cross Hosts Military Families Networking Group October 19, 2009 - Dog First Aid added to Fall Course Schedule October 2, 2009 - American Red Cross Volunteer & Scrubby Bear Mascot Participate in PSS Health Fair October 1, 2009 - American Red Cross Training Schedule: October through December September 2009 Press Releases September 25, 2009 - Downtown Newton Blood Drive - Give Blood - Help meet the need in Sussex County. September 25, 2009 - Red Cross Invites Military Families to “Breakfast and Briefing” September 25, 2009 - American Red Cross Training Schedule September 17, 2009 - First Aid for Fido September 17, 2009 - American Red Cross Invites You To Attend Military Family Networking Group September 15, 2009 - American Red Cross Honors Community Leader Glen Vetrano at Fundraising Event September 3, 2009 - Prepare Your Employees and Your Business for Pandemic Flu with Help from the American Red Cross and OSHA September 3, 2009 - The Sussex County Chapter of the American Red Cross Offers Resources to Help Community during National Preparedness Month August 2009 Press Releases August 5, 2009 - Red Cross Urges Cyclists to Keep Bicycle Safety a Top Priority this Summer August 5, 2009 - Sussex County Citizens Wanted for Disaster Action Teams July 2009 Press Releases July 31, 2009 - Red Cross Offers Instructor Training July 30, 2009 - Downtown Newton Blood Drive - August 10th - Sixteen Year Olds Now Eligible To Donate! July 28, 2009 - Red Cross Offers Lightning Safety Tips July 20, 2009 - American Red Cross offers Hiking and Camping Safety Tips and Training July 20, 2009 - Ultimate Garden Party To Benefit Red Cross to be Held in Sparta July 20, 2009 - The American Red Cross and Liberty Science Center Partner to Present “Nature Unleashed” July 17, 2009 - American Red Cross offers Summer Water Safety Tips and Training July 10, 2009 - Summer Is A Great Time To Take The American Red Cross Babysitting Training Course July 2, 2009 - Home Pool Safety Program, an online Safety Training Course June 2009 Press Releases June 26, 2009 - American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training June 16, 2009 - American Red Cross Training Schedule June 11, 2009 - Training helps dog lovers meet health and safety needs of four-legged loved ones May 2009 Press Releases May 28, 2009 - American Red Cross Adds Recertification Class May 28, 2009 - Golf Classic June 15, 2009 May 27, 2009 - American Red Cross Provides Military Family Support Group May 27, 2009 - Training helps dog lovers meet health and safety needs of four-legged loved ones May 27, 2009 - Fresh Baked Fun at Downtown Newton Blood Drive May 19, 2009 - American Red Cross Offers "When Help Is Delayed" Class May 13, 2009 - Dog First Aid Training May 8, 2009 - Sussex Red Cross Provides Disaster Relief After Two Local Homes Were Destroyed May 7, 2009 - American Red Cross Chapter Hosts Book Signing - Local Author to Donate Book signing Proceeds May 7, 2009 - Red Cross Training Course Schedule May 1, 2009 - American Red Cross Offers Programs to prevent and prepare for Swine Flu May 1, 2009 - Chapter Urges Preparedness During H1N1 (Swine) Flu Outbreak April 2009 Press Releases April 27, 2009 - Atlantic City Bus Trip to Benefit Red Cross April 23, 2009 - American Red Cross Course Listing April 16, 2009 - American Red Cross Provides Support for Military Families April 16, 2009 - Red Cross Reminds Lifeguards – It’s time to recertify! April 10, 2009 - American Red Cross Provides Support for Military Families April 6, 2009 - American Red Cross Introduces Cat First Aid Training April 3, 2009 - Red Cross Training Course Schedule April 3, 2009 - Surrogates Office is a “Hero” for the American Red Cross April 2, 2009 - AMERICAN RED CROSS TO HONOR LOCAL HEROES FOR SUPPORT OF FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN March 2009 Press Releases March 30, 2009 - Support for Downtown Newton Blood Drive March 26, 2009 - Students Support the American Red Cross March 25, 2009 - Sussex County Chapter of the American Red Cross reaches mid-way in Heroes for the American Red Cross Campaign. March 25, 2009 - The American Red Cross Want You to Know, “You’ve Got The Power” March 23, 2009 - First Student Bus Company supports local Red Cross March 23, 2009 - Downtown Newton Blood Drive: Give Blood – Help meet the need in Sussex County March 23, 2009 - American Red Cross Provides Military Family Support Group March 23, 2009 - “Dine out” - to support the American Red Cross  March 18, 2009 - St. Patrick’s Day Parade Goes Red for the American Red Cross March 18, 2009 - The American Red Offers Special Pricing on CPR Classes March 17, 2009 - American Red Cross thanks “Heroes” Sponsor! March 17, 2009 - Community Works to Support Local Red Cross “Heroes and Helpers” March 17, 2009 - “Dine out” - to support the American Red Cross  March 13, 2009 - Visit Sussex County Libraries to learn about the local Red Cross March 13, 2009 - The Spiritual Awakening helps uplift the local Red Cross March 9, 2009 - March Officially Declared “Red Cross Month” National and Local Proclamations Made March 9, 2009 - “Dine out” - to support the American Red Cross March 6, 2009 - IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO BE A HERO! Heroes Campaign to run During March is Red Cross Month! March 6, 2009 - Plan for School Vacation. Enroll in Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Now - Have your own babysitting business in time for spring break March 4, 2009 - American Red Cross offers Professional Rescuer Recertification Training March 3, 2009 - "Dine Out" for the Sussex County Chapter of the American Red Cross during March is Red Cross Month February 2009 Press Releases February 18, 2009 - Infant and Child CPR training from the American Red Cross February 9, 2009 - Training helps dog lovers meet health and safety needs of four-legged loved ones February 3, 2009 - RED CROSS INVITES MILITARY FAMILIES TO "GET TO KNOW US BEFORE YOU NEED US" February 3, 2009 - Red Cross Provides Preparedness Tips in Wake of Northern NJ Earthquake February 2, 2009 - American Red Cross Training Schedule January 2009 Press Releases January 26, 2009 - American Red Cross Dog First Aid Training at Newton Vet January 23, 2009 - American Red Cross Training Schedule includes Dog First Aid January 22, 2009 - Students Train to be Red Cross Leaders! January 22, 2009 - Downtown Newton Blood Drive Give Blood this Winter – Help meet the need in Sussex County January 16, 2009 - Sussex County Red Cross Responds to Hudson River Plane Crash January 9, 2009 - American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training January 9, 2009 - Winter Weather Tips from the American Red Cross January 9, 2009 - American Red Cross Establishes Military Family Support Group January 8, 2009 - Give Blood this Winter - Help meet the need in Sussex County January 2, 2009 - Frostbite and Hypothermia - First Aid Tips from the American Red Cross December 2008 Press Releases December 31, 2008 - This year I want to... A little help with your New Year’s Resolutions from the American Red Cross December 30, 2008 - Red Cross Dog First Aid Training at Newton Vet December 29, 2008 - American Red Cross Instructor Training December 29, 2008 - Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Because You Care . . . Prepare December 23, 2008 - American Red Cross Schedules Instructor Training December 18, 2008 - Winter Holiday Safety Tips from the American Red Cross December 16, 2008 - National Day of Giving to the American Red Cross Coincides with Red Cross Shelter Opening in Vernon December 16, 2008 - American Red Cross Establishes Military Family Support Group December 11, 2008 - Red Cross Gift Certificates for Dog First Aid and other Training December 11, 2008 - Red Cross “National Day of Giving” on December 13th December 5, 2008 - Red Cross Safety Seminar December 3, 2008 - American Red Cross Thanks Blood Drive Donors December 3, 2008 - Red Cross Invites Military Families to "Get to Know Us Before You Need Us" December 3, 2008 - Red Cross Invites America to Join “National Day of Giving” on December 13th November 2008 Press Releases November 24, 2008 - Free Workplace Safety Seminar for Area Businesses November 24, 2008 - Have a Safe Thanksgiving Holiday November 20, 2008 - The Sussex County Red Cross Shares Tips for a Happy Holiday November 20, 2008 - Start the Holiday Season Giving the Gift of Life November 17, 2008 - American Red Cross Provides Support for Military Families November 17, 2008 - Dog First Aid Training From The American Red Cross November 12, 2008 - American Red Cross Offers Continuing Education Credits: Easier for Professionals to Maintain Licensing or Certification November 10, 2008 - Red Cross Offers Safety Seminar: Free Workplace Safety Seminar for Area Businesses November 5, 2008 - Red Cross Receives Grant Funding: FirstEnergy Foundation Supports Workplace Safety Seminar October 2008 Press Releases October 30, 2008 - Red Cross Opens Shelter in Hopatcong Helping Residents Who Are Without Power October 28, 2008 - Dog First Aid Training From The American Red Cross October 24, 2008 - The Award Goes to . . . Lake Mohawk Golf Club This Years Recipient of the Red Cross “Mrs. Joseph P Quinn Sr. Award” October 20, 2008 - Sussex Red Cross Offers “Trick” to Safety this Halloween - Everyone Should Follow the “Lucky 13” October 13, 2008 - Red Cross Halloween Safety Tips for Kids and Adults October 9, 2008 - SURVEY FINDS Concerns about ECONOMY may increase INCIDENCE OF HOME FIRES October 8, 2008 - American Red Cross Provides Support for Military Families October 8, 2008 - Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Because You Care... Prepare October 2, 2008 - Young Sparta Residents Support Red Cross October 2, 2008 - Red Cross Fundraising Gala September 2008 Press Releases September 25, 2008 - Prepare for Emergencies with American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED Courses September 16, 2008 - RED CROSS OFFERS FREE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS TRAINING September 16, 2008 - American Red Cross Blood Drive, Blood saves lives – and it is always needed. September 16, 2008 - RED CROSS PROVIDES SHELTERING AND RELIEF EFFORTS IN WAKE OF HURRICANE IKE September 13, 2008 - American Red Cross Disaster Relief Efforts Receive Support from the National Football League September 12, 2008 - American Red Cross Launches National Fundraising Campaign Goal to Raise Initial $100 Million for Disaster Relief Fund August 2008 Press Releases August 18, 2008 - American Red Cross Pet First Aid Leader Training and Adopt-a-Manikin Program August 15, 2008 - American Red Cross Pet First Aid Leader Training August 15, 2008 - American Red Cross Offers Support to Military Families August 12, 2008 - BLOOD EMERGENCY Supplies Falling Into Danger Zone August 12, 2008 - American Red Cross Attends Military Appreciation Day Event Hosted by Wild West City August 12, 2008 - Sussex Red Cross Encourages Community to Prepare for Disasters During National Preparedness Month August 7, 2008 - Toys“R”Us Children’s Fund Donates $20,000 to Support Red Cross Disaster Relief Operations in Northern New Jersey July 2008 Press Releases July 31, 2008 - American Red Cross Instructor Training July 31, 2008 - Make a Difference for a Blind Child, Become a Braille Transcriber July 22, 2008 - American Red Cross Offers Support to Military Families July 15, 2008 - Sussex Red Cross Adds Babysitter Training to Summer Schedule! July 15, 2008 - Sussex Red Cross Provides Disaster Relief After Hopatcong Fire July 9, 2008 - American Red Cross Golf Classic Fundraiser July 9, 2008 - Dog First Aid Training From The American Red Cross July 3, 2008 - American Red Cross Offers Support to Military Families July 2, 2008 - American Red Cross Lifesaving Water Safety Advice: “Have Fun This Summer Without Taking a Vacation From Safety” June 2008 Press Releases June 24, 2008 - Red Cross Tips for a Safe Fourth of July