COMMUNITY EVENT

FOR A KICKOFF AND RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY OF THE 10TH ANNIVERSAY OF C.A.R.E.S. AND E.S.B.L. COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

On Saturday, June 13, 2009, The Community Advocates Researching Economic Services (C.A.R.E.S.) organization will host a Community Day event to proudly celebrate their 10th year anniversary of its community involvement, to be held at Lake Street Playground (Salisbury, MD 21801), from 11:00am-6:00pm.
In addition, several teams from its Eastern Shore Basketball League (E.S.B.L.) who too are in their 10th season will tip off its summer basketball league this year with a new exciting twist. After an award and ribbon cutting ceremony, team participants will not only shoot to score points, but have the unique opportunity to partner up with several national organizations recognizing current health issues. Each of the leagues three months will emphasize and promote healthy habits and awareness, kicking of its first month with Obesity and all its challenges. Followed by, Breast Cancer and Aids/HIV. Also the newly elected mayor for the City of Salisbury, MD, Jim Ireton, along with several special invited dignitaries from the city and county government, will also be on hand to show their support for this well received accomplishment.

Community Advocates Researching Economic Services (C.A.R.E.S.) Community Advocates Researching Economic Services (C.A.R.E.S.) was founded by (2) brothers Gary/Shawn Tucker in 2000. It is a community based organization located in the small community of Salisbury, MD. Nestled in the corner of the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland, C.A.R.E.S. has set is priorities on connecting one individual at a time back to their community . With over 70 events under their belt to this date, they have witnessed their success grow from receiving a letter of citation from the City of Salisbury, MD, to partnering up with Institutions of Higher learning, to send dozens of needy students back to school with their necessary school supplies. Our founding principles revolve around the concepts that we are determined to serve as a catalyst to bring about change in our community. With a generation in such a fragile state it was and is imperative for more community involvement. C.A.R.E.S., has provided a fresh face in the spearheading of this community movement. Driven by our motto, "Unity in Our Community", C.A.R.E.S. will be the bridge to link generations to come. With the continued partnership of other established organizations, C.A.R.E.S. will be the voice behind the revitalization of a once thriving community. It will be our mission to intertwine past inspirations with current aspirations.

Eastern Shore Basketball League (E.S.B.L.) The Eastern Shore Basketball League ("E.S.B.L."), Co founded by the Tucker Brothers' (Gary/Shawn) in 2000, is entering its 10th year as the premier summer showcase for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland’s most competitive teams and showmen. The League is the largest summer stage upon which both current college standouts/former semi pro players, and dozens of undiscovered players can dazzle and entertain onlookers on a local platform. It is the bridge that connects both raw and experienced basketball talented individuals, where they can maintain and hone their skills through competitive league play. Every year teams that have participated in the ("E.S..B.L".), have offered the local community a chance to witness the maturation of young men and women giving back to their community. Not surprisingly, the ("E.S.B.L..”), has served as a stepping stone or blueprint for participants to take back to their communities and share in the experience. Over 600 current and former players have participated in the League. No Summer Basketball League in the area possesses the diversity and versatility of great competition that the Eastern Shore Basketball League has to bring to the table. Team structure...Fierce competition...Health awareness....and the most fan friendly crowds Delmarva has to offer --the ("E.S.B.L.") Summer Basketball League has it all!
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C.A.R.E.S. Community Campaign Kickoff -- The Full Court Press campaign initiative will support global efforts to promote unity in ones community, to strengthen and promote health issue awareness, and to inspire and empower a new generation of community advocates. Established in 2009, the campaign will be comprised of individuals and organizations worldwide who realize the importance of connecting communities, one individual at a time. The campaign efforts will be recognized on a local, state, country level.
To learn more about the Full Court Community Campaign Kickoff, see
www.carescteam.com
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For More Information please call Co-founders, Gary or Shawn Tucker at 443-735-
5139 or 443-859-4333 or email us at; gtucker07@yahoo.com/cancer764u@yahoo.com