Run your heart out
… in the MetroPCS Dallas Marathon on Dec. 8 to benefit the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, which strives to improve the lives of children through innovative research and training programs. Runners can choose between the full marathon, the half marathon, a relay or the 5K. Prices and information is available on dallasmarathon.com.
Go Christmas shopping
… at the Bishop Lynch Brigade’s fifth annual Christmas Bazaar and benefit the Bishop Lynch drill team. The event is at the school at 9750 Ferguson . There are tons of goods for sale, plus other perks such as door prizes and food from the Candy Cane Café. The event is Dec. 14, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Be sworn in
… as a Court Appointed Special Advocate and represent a child a in court during one of the bleakest times in his or her life. Dallas CASA hosts informational sessions in January, so sign up now. Go to dallascasa.org, and click the “Become a Volunteer Advocate” page to see the dates and times, or call 214.827.8961 for more information.
Receive a free exam
… by donating a toy to Ahead of the Curve Chiropractic during its toy drive Nov. 22 to Dec. 20. Give a toy donation worth at least $20-$40 and you’ll receive a free exam. Toys are going to forerunner mentorship families, which you can learn more about at forerunnermentoring.com. Ahead of the curve is at 6060 N. Central. Call 214.420.2050 for more.
Know of ways that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@advocatemag.com.
