 Happy 4th of July!
Independence Day is more than a chance for family and friends throughout this country to gather for barbecues and fireworks displays, it is an annual celebration to commemorate the courage and faith of our founding fathers in their pursuit of liberty.
People everywhere are fascinated by fireworks - by the mystery and splendor that light the night sky or turn a backyard into a festival of light and sound. Like nothing else, fireworks can excite, thrill and amaze us. But as dazzling as fireworks can be, they can also be harmful if used improperly
If you choose to use consumer fireworks to celebrate this year's Fourth of July festivities, remember the following safety tips from the National Council on Fireworks Safety:
- A responsible adult should supervise all fireworks activities.
- Never give fireworks to young children.
- Always purchase fireworks from reliable sources.
- Follow label directions carefully.
- Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
- Use fireworks outdoors in a clear area away from buildings and vehicles.
- Never carry fireworks in your pocket or shoot them in metal or glass containers.
- Light them one at a time then move back quickly.
- Do not experiment with homemade fireworks.
- Observe local laws and use common sense.
- Sparklers, fountains and other items that many states allow for use by consumers are appropriate when a large crowd is present.
- If attending a community display, leave your own fireworks at home - there will be plenty of excitement provided by the display.
WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT
PLEASE donate by sending your tax-deductible contribution today to Exchange Clubs' Family Center at 3708 Lyckan Pkwy, Ste 103, Durham, NC 27707. No amount is too small. We are faced with new financial challenges in this economy and your support is critical. Help us continue to serve the families and children of Durham County.
The Exchange Clubs’ Family Center
- a community nonprofit
- with programs to support families of children ages birth through 17
- through partnerships that respect each family's strengths and challenges
Kids First License Plate
 The Kids First personalized license plate was developed to benefit North Carolina's Children's Trust Fund. Fifteen dollars of your additional twenty-five dollar fee will go directly to the Children's Trust Fund. Thank you for your support!
To order, please call the Dept. of Motor Vehicles Specialized License Plates Division at 919.861.3575 or visit the department's Website: http://www.ncdot.org/dmv/vehicle_services/
licenseplates/specializedSearch.html.
Thanks for supporting our "Friends of the Center" Fundraiser
If you have not yet contributed, it is not too late. You can still help us achieve our goals and mission by donating through “Network for Good” or you can send your tax deductible check to the Exchange Clubs’ Family Center at the address above.
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Shawnta Wright and Nicole Rider with Parenting of Adolescents -- getting the word out at the YMCA Earth Day event.
April was "Prevent Child Abuse" month and the Family Support Team supported a walk and gave a token of appreciation to the DSS staff. Nicole Rider & Karee Powers leading the walk through downtown Durham with the DSS staff.
Rachel Galanter, Molly Hayes, Nicole Rider, and Karee Powers lead the way.
Holding the sign in their special hand-printed blue T-Shirts are: Molly Hayes, Tangie Dean, Loretta Greene, Rachel Galanter, Shawnta Wright, Nicole Rider and Karee Powers. GO TEAM!
