"When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" written by Buffalo native, Chauncey Olcott, performed at closing of memorial service for the late U.S. senator Edward Kennedy
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October 19, 2009 - "Carving Adventure" Documents the recovery of stolen Thurman Thomas statue through photos and video. Click here to view »
October 15, 2009 - Return of Thurman Thomas Statue, Thanks to donations of equipment and services by Twin Lakes Concrete and Bay Brokerage, Inc. the Thurman Thomas statue is recovered from Welland, ON, Canada and transported to it's new home at Sahlens Sports Park/Thurman Thomas Training Center, Elma, NY.
October 12 - 15, 2009 - Carvings for a Cause receives international attention with the theft and ultimate recovery of the 1,000 lb. Thurman Thomas statue from a parking lot near Ralph Wilson Stadium after the Sunday, Oct. 11th Bills game.
Local and National
Media coverage included Buffalo News, ESPN »,
Sports Illustrated », NY Times,
Fox News », CBSNEWS » ... just to name
a few!
Sunday, October 11, 2009 - The latest carving, of NFL Hall of Famer and former Buffalo Bills running back Thurman Thomas, was unveiled in a pregame ceremony outside Ralph Wilson stadium in Orchard Park, NY.
Thursday, June 18, 2009 - Niagara Chapter of Public Relations Society of America awards Canisius College Video Institute a Silver Excalibur Award for its video documentary production "Carvings for a Cause." View HD video on YouTube or press "Play" on the box at right ›
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 - "Carvings for a Cause," a video production by the Canisius College Video Institute earns a Silver 2009 Communicator Award of Distinction in the "Charitable/Non-Profit" category. This award was presented by the International Academy of the Visual Arts. Read online article »
Saturday, April 18, 2009 - Metro Community News features article about Carvings for a Cause - "Carvings are Larger Than Life", by Debra Durkee.
Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008 - Chris Berman of ESPN visited the Big Tree Inn in Orchard Park to tape a segment for SportsCenter with Jim Kelly featuring their carved statues. The SportsCenter segment aired on Friday, Oct. 17 at 6pm and 11pm.
Friday, Oct. 10, 2008 - Some of the bowls/vases made from the October Storm Wood were featured on 7 News This Morning. These and other carved items to be auctioned at the "October Storm Anniversary Party". Read more »
Thursday,Oct. 9, 2008 - Buffalo News, Social Notes section: The First Annual October Surprise anniversary party will be held Sunday from 7 to 10 p. m. at J. P. Bullfeathers, 1010 Elmwood Ave. Read article »
Wednesday,Sept. 17, 2008 - "The Buckin' Buffalo Saloon Honors Carvings for a Cause." It was an evening of live music, dancing, special guests and surprises, all to support CFC. See event photos »
Wednesday, June 18, 2008 - Documentary film about October '06 storm, featuring "the Cause" premiered at Red Carpet Fundraising Event. Plus, special dedication of Tim Russert carving. Read more »
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Thank You! SPONSORS NEEDEDThe following carvings are completed
and already carved and available for sponsorship:
Buffalo
Harold Arlen
Bass Fish
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