"Life is not measured by the number of breaths we

take, but by the moments that take our breath

away.” Author Unknown


Friday, December 25, 2009

Merry Christmas!!!

We hope you have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy healthy New Year! Enjoy our Christmas Smilebox!!!
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving!

Enjoy Connor's Thanksgiving Smilebox!
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Monday, October 26, 2009

Our 6th Connor's House Blood Drive!


It's amazing that we have had this many Blood Drives already! WOW! Have you participated in one?? If not, now is the time to get involved!!!
Our 6th Connor's House Blood Drive will be held November 15th, 2009!!! Please note the TIME:
11 am - 3:00 pm!
Please join us and help save some lives!!! If you cannot donate, please share this information with someone else and invite them to come donate!!!

Here is the information you’ll need!!!

There are TWO ways to donate:

1.You can donate IN PERSON on Sunday, November 15th at:
Bethlehem Church
758 Route 10 West
Randolph, NJ 07869

To sign up, go to:
https://www.membersforlife.org/bcnj/mobilesch/login.php

Enter your email address, birth date and sponsor code (32683) then click LOGIN. Select November 15, 2009. Choose an available time slot and confirm your appointment. Or, if you are not sure on a time, but find yourself free on Sunday afternoon, please come as a "walk-in!"

2. If you can't get to Randolph, NJ on November 15th, you can still help save up to three lives by donating at your local blood center.

If you live in Northern NJ you can still donate nearby and have your donation count for our Drive. Go to: http://www.bloodnj.org/index.htm to schedule an appointment. When you go be sure to tell them our sponsor # 32683.

If you live further away, you can find a local blood center or blood drive at https://www.givelife.org/. If you have trouble finding a blood center near you please contact us and we will help you find a place to donate near you!
Please let us know you gave so we can count your donation as an "off-site donation" for the Connor's House Drive.

NOTE: Wherever you give blood, don't forget to bring a form of official ID (Driver's License or signature ID) with you!

Thank you so much for being a HERO and saving lives!!!!

Monday, August 17, 2009

Our 5th Connor's House Blood Drive!


Our 5th Connor's House Blood Drive will be held September 13, 2009!!! Please note the TIME:
11 am - 4:00 pm!
Please join us and help save some lives!!! If you cannot donate, please share this information with someone else and invite them to come donate!!!

Here is the information you’ll need!!!

There are TWO ways to donate:

1.You can donate IN PERSON on Sunday, September 13th at:
Bethlehem Church
758 Route 10 West

Randolph, NJ 07869

To sign up, go to:
https://www.membersforlife.org/bcnj/mobilesch/login.php

Enter your email address, birth date and sponsor code (32683) then click LOGIN. Select September 13, 2009. Choose an available time slot and confirm your appointment. Or, if you are not sure on a time, but find yourself free on Sunday afternoon, please come as a "walk-in!"

2. If you can't get to Randolph, NJ on September 13th, you can still help save up to three lives by donating at your local blood center.

If you live in Northern NJ you can still donate nearby and have your donation count for our Drive. Go to: http://www.bloodnj.org/index.htm to schedule an appointment. When you go be sure to tell them our sponsor # 32683.

If you live further away, you can find a local blood center or blood drive at https://www.givelife.org/. If you have trouble finding a blood center near you please contact us and we will help you find a place to donate near you!
Please let us know you gave so we can count your donation as an "off-site donation" for the Connor's House Drive.

NOTE: Wherever you give blood, don't forget to bring a form of official ID (Driver's License or signature ID) with you!

Thank you so much for being a HERO and saving lives!!!!

Saturday, July 11, 2009

Tickets Now Available!!!!


Atlantis Water Gardens will be hosting their annual Parade of Ponds Tour on August 1-2, 2009 to benefit Connor's House. Your ticket gives you front row access to more than 20 breathtaking water gardens' situated at homes and businesses throughout Morris, Essex and Passaic counties during the weekend of August 1st & 2nd. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated exclusively to Connor's House. Find out more and get ticket information at www.atlantiswatergardens.com.

Friday, June 26, 2009

Atlantis Water Gardens "Parade Of Ponds" Tour Benefits Connor's House!!!!


We have an AWESOME opportunity to share with you!!!! Atlantis Water Gardens will be hosting their annual "Parade of Ponds" Tour on August 1-2, 2009 to benefit Connor's House. All proceeds from the purchase of pond tour tickets will be donated to Connor's House. This self-guided event will offer views of over 30 refreshing retreats and private paradises throughout Morris, Essex and Passaic Counties in Northern NJ.
Please save the dates August 1st & 2nd and stay tuned for details and information about ticket sales posted the week of July 5th!!!

Thursday, June 11, 2009

4th Connor's House Blood Drive THIS SUNDAY!!!


This Sunday, June 14th, from 12-4:30 pm we will be holding our 4th Connor's House Blood Drive!!! Please join us and help save some lives!!! If you cannot donate, please share this information with someone else and invite them to come donate!!!

Here is the information you’ll need!!!

There are TWO ways to donate:

1.You can donate IN PERSON on Sunday, June 14th , From
12-4:30 pm at:
Bethlehem Church
758 Route 10 West
Randolph, NJ 07869

You can walk-in and may have to wait a bit, or make an appointment below for a scheduled time:

To sign up, go to:
https://www.membersforlife.org/bcnj/mobilesch/login.php
Enter your email address, birth date and sponsor code (32683) then click LOGIN. Select June 14, 2009. Choose an available time slot and confirm your appointment. Or, if you are not sure on a time, but find yourself free on Sunday afternoon, please come!!!

2. If you can't get to Randolph, NJ on 6/14/09, you can still help save up to three lives by donating at your local blood center.

If you live in Northern NJ you can still donate nearby and have your donation count for our Drive. Go to: http://www.bloodnj.org//donor_locations.htm to schedule an appointment. When you go be sure to tell them our sponsor # 32683.

If you live further away, you can find a local blood center or blood drive at https://www.givelife.org/. If you have trouble finding a blood center near you please contact us and we will help you find a place to donate near you!
Please let us know you gave so we can count your donation for the Connor's House Drive.

NOTE: Wherever you give blood, don't forget to bring a form of official ID (Driver's License or signature ID) with you!

Thank you so much for being a HERO and saving lives!!!!

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Connor's House Tastefully Simple Fundraiser!!!!



We are holding a Tastefully Simple Fundraiser to raise money for Connor’s House throughout the month of April! Tastefully Simple offers a wide selection of convenient, easy-to-prepare gourmet foods designed to help people spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the rest of their lives.
We’re so excited that 20% of the show total will go to Connor’s House. Please visit www.connorshouse.org!

To place an order, go to:
www.tastefullysimple.com/web/cmcinnes

Enjoy checking out all the delicious foods and make any selections!!!
When checking out, you’ll see: "Find Host/Event" on the lower left side of your screen. Click on it, and type in the info below to be sure your order goes to Connor’s House!
Name: Deb Millard
Date of Party: May 1, 2009
State: NJ
Thanks so much for your generous support of Connor’s House!!!

Saturday, March 21, 2009

Our Third Connor's House Blood Drive!

We are so excited to announce our Third Connor's House Blood Drive! It will be held on April 19th, 2009 which is coming right up, so please sign up right away!
Here is the information you’ll need!!!

There are TWO ways to donate:

1.You can donate IN PERSON on Sunday, April 19th , From 12-5 at:
Bethlehem Church
758 Route 10 West
Randolph, NJ 07869

To sign up, go to: NJ BLOOD CENTER

Enter your email address, birth date and sponsor code (32683) then click LOGIN. Select April 19, 2009. Choose an available time slot and confirm your appointment.

2. If you can't get to Randolph, NJ on 4/19/09, you can still help save up to three lives by donating at your local blood center.

If you live in Northern NJ you can still donate nearby and have your donation count for our Drive. Click HERE to schedule an appointment. When you go be sure to tell them our sponsor # 32683.

If you live further away, you can find a local blood center or blood drive at GIVELIFE. Please let us know you gave so we can count your donation for the Connor's House Drive.

NOTE: Wherever you give blood, Please bring a form of official ID (Driver's License or signature ID) with you!

Please watch White Bear Gives Blood to see how easy it is to BE A HERO! If White Bear can do it, so can YOU!

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Connor's Birthday Celebration!!!

Today is Connor's 10th Birthday!!!
We are holding our 2nd Annual Connor's Courageous Kids Book Fair starting TODAY and would love for you to come join us!!! Below are the details!!!
Sunday, March 1st - 9-1 & 4-9
Monday, March 2nd - 9-7
Tuesday, March 3rd - 9-7
The Fair will be held at: Bethlehem Church
758 Route 10 (westbound)
Randolph, NJ 07869
The Connor's House Awareness Wristband will be available for purchase at the Fair, or you can also purchase them here:
http://connorshouse.blogspot.com/
We'd also love for you to view Connor's Birthday Smilebox! Thanks!
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Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Connor's House Awareness Wristbands Available!!!!!


The Wristbands are here!!!! Please wear a wristband to show your support for Connor's House and raise awareness for the Cause! You can purchase a wristband in one of 3 ways!

1. Come to any event and purchase one... The Book Fair, A Blood Drive, etc...
2. See Deb or Scott and buy one in person!
3. Purchase one online: http://connorshouse.blogspot.com/
Thanks so much!!!

2nd Annual Connor's Courageous Kids Book Fair!!!



This coming weekend we will hold our 2nd Annual Connor's Courageous Kids Book Fair! We are so incredibly excited to celebrate Connor's birthday (3/1/99) in such an amazing way!
This year the Fair will be sponsored by Connor's House and we'd love for EVERYONE, no matter where you are located on those days, to be involved in the Fair! Please read the details below to find out how!!! Thank you!!!
What?2nd Annual Connor's Courageous Kids Book Fair - A Scholastic Community Book Fair
Where?Bethlehem Church - 758 Rt. 10 West, Randolph, NJ 07869
When?
Sunday, March 1st: 9 am-1 pm; 4 pm - 9 pm
Monday, March 2nd: 9am - 7 pm
Tuesday, March 3rd: 9 am - 7 pm
Why?
All profits will be used to provide resources for children with complex health care needs. This book fair is held in loving memory of Connor Scott Millard on his birthday, and is sponsored by Connor's House.
How?
1. Come to the Fair and buy books!!!! A percentage of your purchase results in profits that we'll use to provide resources for children with complex health care needs.
2. Have fun picking out specific books to donate directly to children with complex health care needs.
3. If you cannot come to the Fair, please consider becoming involved in Scholastic's One for Books Program. To do this:
Send your donation (with bookfair in the memo line) to:

Connor's Fund c/o Bethlehem Church - 758 Route 10 Randolph, NJ 07869

Every dollar raised through the One For Books program goes directly towards purchasing books for children with complex health care needs. In addition, for every dollar raised through this program Scholastic Books will donate a book to a national children's literacy program. This was an enormous success last year!!!!
We really look forward to seeing you at the Fair!!!