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2011 Out of the Darkness Walk
November 15, 2011 - 3:24pm

On Sunday, November 15th, staff members, family, and former and current clients (and Joey!) represented Magnolia Creek in the Birmingham annual Out of the Darkness Walk at Heardmont Park.

Team members raised $370 toward our $1,000 goal. Through volunteer work coordinated by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, another $1,619.22 was raised making a total team fundraising amount of $1,989.22 for the Creek.

The event hosted a total of 1,300 walkers, surpassing its goal to raise $120,000 to support families who have lost a loved one to  suicide and to support suicide prevention research. The state of Alabama receives back 50% of money collected to support localized efforts within our  state.

Thanks to all who walked or supported Creek members who did. It was a  beautiful day - we all worked to save lives!
 

walkers at the start   Joey, the Creek dog

walkers streaming into Heardmont Park   walkers on the path

Posted by: Dr. Mary Bartlett | Comments: 0

NEDA Walk in New York!
October 16, 2009 - 2:43pm

Last week, I was on vacation in New York with my sisters and it just so happened to be the same weekend as their national NEDA walk.  Since my middle sister and I are both recovered from eating disorders, we made a point to walk in celebration of our recovery,  in support for those at Magnolia Creek in treatment, and for those who need to seek treatment.  

When we arrived at the walk I was excited to see my friend and colleague, Jenni Schaefer, who sang her new song, "It's OK to be Happy" for the crowd of supporters. It was good to see Lynn Grefe, the Executive Director of NEDA, who made a point to ask about some Magnolia Creek alumnae with whom she was able to work at the last NEDA conference.

It was a time of hope, remembrance, and celebration, and I felt so fortunate to share it with my sisters.

With my sisters

with my sister        with my sister

Jenni sings & Emme motivates

Jenni Schaefer sings     supermodel Emme makes a speech

Posted by: Nicole Siegfried | Comments: 0

Every BODY is Beautiful - Online Auction Starts Today!
November 3, 2008 - 8:33am

NEDA Auction

Just in time to do your holiday shopping!

From November 3 to December 1, 2008 the National Eating Disorders Association will host its 4th Annual “Every BODY is Beautiful” online auction. It’s a great way to support NEDA and take home some terrific items. Click here to access the auction's website.

Items include:

  • Travel (plane tickets, cruise packages, hotel stays, etc)
  • Restaurant gift certificates (brunch, dinner, coffee cards, etc)
  • Event tickets (sports, theater, museums, ballet, concerts, etc)
  • Spa gift certificates (massage, bath products, gift baskets, etc)
  • Artwork (paintings, pottery, framed photography, etc)
  • Jewelry (necklaces, earrings, friendship bracelets, etc)
  • Kitchen items (pasta bowls, sushi kits, cookbooks, etc)
  • Entertainment (books, CDs, movie passes, electronics, etc)

Proceeds from the auction support important programs like NEDA’s national, toll-free Helpline, NEDAwareness Week, education efforts, research grants and more. So, spread the word and bid bid bid!

Posted by: Magnolia Creek | Comments: 0

10/2/2008: EDIN Gala
October 1, 2008 - 2:33pm

EDINThe Eating Disorders Information Network is hosting their annual Gala tomorrow. Shout it From the Rooftops 2008 Gala 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Sovereign in Atlanta, Georgia Supporters will gather together for an evening of fun, food, and entertainment by Ben Diegman. Silent auction and raffle will also be an exciting part of the evening. Tickets are still available and can purchased on EDIN's Website. Please consider supporting this valuable organization.

Posted by: Magnolia Creek | Comments: 0

9/2008: Upcoming Events
September 23, 2008 - 10:14am

Even though we're already at the end of September, there's a lot of events happening that we wanted you to know about - all in a row! There's so much going on that we won't be able to make it to everything, but we hope you'll have room in your calendars and wallets to participate in one or all of these.

9/24/2008: Healthy Alabama Annual Conference

Our clinical director Nicole Siegfried and dietitian Suzanne Eleazer will be giving a presentation on motivational interviewing at Healthy Alabama's Annual Conference. This annual conference provides information on current nutrition and physical activity topics for health professionals, teachers, and the general public. For more information, contact Molly at 334-206-5226.

9/25/2008: Manna-In-Motion Fundraising Dinner

The Manna Scholarship Fund is a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance to help cover treatment costs for people suffering from eating disorders. Since starting the fund last year, they have been inundated with applications and are working to raise additional funds to keep the scholarships going. They are hosting a fundraising dinner in Atlanta, GA with entertainment and a silent auction. Several of our staff members will be attending the dinner, and we hope to see you there!

9/26/2008: Northeast Mississippi Dietetic Association

Clinical director Nicole Siegfried will be presenting in Columbus, Mississippi at the Northeast Mississippi Dietetic Association.

9/27/2008: EDCT Fashion for EveryBODY Benefit

The Eating Disorders Coalition of Tennessee is putting on their "Fashion for EveryBODY" fashion show benefit in Nashville, TN featuring real beauty and "real-sized" models. In addition to their fashion show, they are also hosting an online auction with all sorts of goodies!

Posted by: Magnolia Creek | Comments: 0