Dr. Joe and Susan Story donate $1 million to Baptist Health Care Foundation
Dr. Joe and Susan Story donated $1 million to support the new Baptist Hospital campus currently under construction at Brent Lane and Interstate 110. Baptist Health Care Foundation will honor this gift by naming the Story Medical Office Building at Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Gulf Breeze.
Dr. Story was a co-founder and developer of the Andrews Institute. He served as the first president of Andrews Research & Education Institute and chair of Andrews Surgery Center. Susan Story recently retired as president and CEO of American Water Works, the largest water utility in the United States, and was formerly the president and CEO of Gulf Power Company. They will continue their legacy with Baptist through this transformational gift.
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The Storys always put their philanthropic giving where their passions lie, with a focus on impacting education, underserved communities and health and human services. They prioritize their impact through efforts that have a personal connection with them and organizations that will significantly impact the lives of so many others.
Visit baptisthealthcarefoundation.org for details.
Cosplayers, businesses unite for Manna at Costume Bowl
The Costume Bowl charity fundraiser returns for its seventh annual event at 1 p.m. Sunday at Cordova Lanes Bowling Center, 2111 Airport Blvd.
In addition to bowling, the event holds several raffles of items donated by local businesses. This year’s items include two weekend passes to Pensacon 2023, celebrity autographed items provided by Pensacon, a $100 gift certificate to the Pensacola Fish House, and a $50 gift certificate to Five Sisters Blues Café.
The event — which began in 2015 co-organized by the “Star Trek” fan group USS Continuum and the “Star Wars” fan group Parjai Squad of the 501st Legion — has already raised more $8,000 for the two charities.
Bowlers can preregister at costumebowl.org. Groups of up to six can reserve a lane for $78, or individuals can register for $16. Groups and individuals can also register at the event. Prices include three games of bowling and the use of bowling shoes.
All proceeds raised will go to support Manna Food Pantries and Gulf Coast Kid’s House.
Email co@usscontinuum.com for details.
Healthy Start Coalition hosts Bow Ties and Tiaras fundraiser
The Escambia County Healthy Start Coalition is hosting a fundraising gala to support programs and initiatives supporting local mothers, infants and children from 6 to 9 tonight at Seville Quarter’s Heritage Hall, 130 E. Government St.
Join the coalition for a night of glitz and glamour to support its most vital programs and initiatives for local mothers, infants and children. Relax with bubbly in Heritage Hall, followed by a wine-paired three-course meal designed by Chef Erika Thomas of Portabello Market.
Individual tickets start at $135.
Visit HealthyStart.info or call 850-696-2291 for details.
Pensacola Children’s Chorus hosts Italiano fundraiser
The Pensacola Children’s Chorus is hosting its annual fundraiser, Italiano, to benefit their scholarship fund at Sanders Beach at 7 p.m. Friday at Sanders Beach Corrine-Jones Resource Center, 913 South I St.
Join organizers for a music-filled, entertaining and scrumptious evening featuring live dueling pianists from Seville’s Apple Annie’s, a special performance by members of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus, an elevated cocktail hour, Italian cuisine prepared by Chef Gus Silivos and a chance drawing with multiple prizes.
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All proceeds benefit Pensacola Children’s Chorus's Tuition Assistance Fund which provides scholarships to singers with financial need. PCC never turns a family away due to financial circumstances. Each year, the organization awards over $40,000 in financial awards.
Tickets are $95 each or $850 for a table of 10.
Visit pensacolasings.org/Italiano for details.
Baptist Health Care offers support groups in October
Baptist Health Care will offer the following support group meetings in October to help enhance quality of life throughout the Pensacola community. Details are available by calling the phone number provided for each meeting.
Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday: Weight-Loss Surgery Support. Register in advance by calling Weight-Loss Support at 850-437-8746.
Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday: Stroke Recovery. Visit ebaptisthealthcare.org/stroke/events.
4 to 5 p.m. Tuesday: Patient and Family Cancer Support. Register in advance by calling Cancer Support Services at 850-469-2224.
1:30 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 16: Grief Support. Call Sally Kapusciak, LCSW, at 850-908-7197.
5 to 6 p.m. Oct. 13: Prostate Cancer Support. Register in advance by calling Cancer Support Services at 850-469-2224.
Escambia County seeks volunteer for Contractor Competency Board
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is seeking Escambia County residents interested in volunteering to serve on the Escambia County Contractor Competency Board. One applicant will be appointed for service beginning in December 2022.
Escambia County residents interested in serving on the CCB are asked to submit a resume and cover letter to Jennifer Hampton, director’s aide, Building Services Department, 3363 W. Park Place, Pensacola, Fla., 32505 or jahampton@myescambia.com by the close of business on Friday.
Take part: To make a Causes submission, email giving@pnj.com.
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