Another Way to Help a School

Boosterthon Fun Run

This is one way my daughter's school raises $ for their school. The kids run as many 1/4 mile laps as they can in a certain amount of time. They are raising money for the school with fitness and awareness. Everyone who reaches a $10 a lap gets a Slingbag… Sounds cool BUTeven Cooler is they will also give a bag full of school stuff to a kid in Haiti- I thought that was Great! BUT it does NOT have to be $10 a lap from one pledge… It could be $1 a pledge for each lap from 10 people…

 That was cool that they are teaching the kids fitness and the act of helping others :o) With the donations last year the school was able to get Smart Boards. Most schools have had these but since Endhaven lost a lot of State help in 2008 (I think) we don't have a lot that some schools have- School Books, Gym stuff... 

So here is the link to help raise money for Endhaven Elementary School in Charlotte, NC http://FunRun.com/ IF you'd like to donate that would be GREAT. I KNOW times are hard for all, So I understand if you can't... Totally :o) Thanks In Advance ♥ The Access Code is- BTC-JVT

** I say Donate because last year I did $3 a lap… Doesn’t sound like a lot until your child runs over 25 laps! You do the math… But glad mom & dad missed the cut off date for donations-lol

I like this kind of Fund Raising because the way the Boosterthon crew does it is FUN for the parents and kids! The Boosterthon Crew is very organized and is Oh so energetic and fun! It’s healthy for the kids, the kids DO something for the donations, and they feel a great self accomplishment when they are done! I feel pride :o)

Ok I’m Done… If you would like to Donate that’s wonderful, if you can’t, I fully understand… And I know you’ll be wishing my daughter lots of laps-lol

Thank you to you all!

~Valerie

Saturday 9:30-4 Parade, Food, Face Painting, Crafts & MORE

My Next Craft Show on Saturday 9:30-4 at Wesley Chapel

Come on by and see some great crafts and have lots of family fun! All the fun starts at 9:30 and runs until 4!!

Come see the Parade, enjoy face painting, even a pet contest!

Here's how to get there!

Of course you will see a lot of great candles and a ton of other crafters too!

Rigas Diner The BEST Place To Eat In Charlotte, NC~

Rigas Diner

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I am not that much of a hamburger eater but after having one of the Charlottean Burgers, I could eat one everyday! Rigas cooks the burger to how YOU like it! I recommend the Charlottean Cheese Burger with Fries. Even though you won't have room for Fries... Get then oh how delicious they are! And yes they have the Right pickles-mmmm

Yes, they have Breakfast (anytime), Lunch and Dinner. Here are just a few breakfast items:

~How about the Bubba- 2 Eggs, Ham, Bacon, Sausage & American Cheese on Grilled Sourdough Bread.

  OR 

~Some Belgian Waffles

OR

~2 Eggs with BBQ (Yes, BBQ). I LOVE their BBQ- Tastey!

**If you would like something not on the menu just ask...**

You can be like my dad and eat almost every meal there. Rigas has such a variety of food on their menu you can try something new everytime you visit!

Rigas is in a great location. They are on Monroe Road at Galleria Blvd. They are right next to the Tire place. This is an easy place to get in and out. I like that-lol

Some items that make my mouth water are:

~Charlottean- Hamburger, Cheese, Slaw, Delicious Pickles, Onions, Peppers & BBQ Sauce! (This is my all time favorite- You can get it cooked how you like too!)

OR

~How about the Chicken Rigas- Char-boiled Half Chicken seasoned with Greek herbs and spices & Basted with lemony sauce.

OR 

 ~If these didn't make your mouth water how about a Chicken Salad Wrap (This is big and Goood)

Of course you have to get these with fries! Even though you are full you will still want to munch of these babies!

A bit about this wonderful place to get away and eat- it is a family place. I love going to eat at places that thinks so much of one another that they run a business together. The owners are Gus (Uncle) and Nick (Nephew) . Both are very nice and funny guys! They really treat you right and make you feel right at home. There are other family members there also. Gus' son left NY early one morning and picked up REAL NY Bagels on the way down to Charlotte, NC. He timed his arrival to Charlotte so he would get to Rigas right when they opened the doors... And he shared those Bagels with EVERYONE!

You know you have to have DESSERT!

~How about The Belle of the Ball- Coconut Layered Cake

OR

~The All American Pie- Apple Pie

OR

~Galactbooriko- A favorite made with Custard & Filo pastry served with Syrup!

They also have a very kid friendly menu (always a plus when you have two picky little ones-lol)

So if you are looking for the BEST place to eat in town AND one that has a warm & friendly atmosphere... Here it is~ Rigas on 10020 Monroe Road, 28105

You will be back once you taste their wonderful, mouth watering food!

704/841-ToGo (8648)

Hours:

Mon-Thurs- 6 am - 9 pm

Fri & Sat- 6 am - 12 pm

Sun- 7 am - 9 pm

Go by and try them out! Tell them Valerie says HeY~ Gary & Nancy's Daughter, There might be more than 1 Valerie that comes in-lol