12.10.09 Tampa Bay/Sarasota News Briefs

12.10.09 Tampa Bay/Sarasota News Briefs

FFCC plans Christmas service
The new Faith Family Community Church in Valrico will hold a special Christmas Illumination Celebration on Sunday, Dec. 20, at 7 p.m. The Church meets at the St. Mark United Church of Christ at 2419 Lithia Pinecrest Road in Valrico. The Rev. Kathy Rooke will officiate. For more information visit FaithFamilyCommunityChurch.com.

Metro Charities launches Angel Fund

Metropolitan Charities has once again created an Angel Fund, which provides items to Metro Charities clients who are living with the effects of HIV/AIDS. Contributions will assist clients with medical expenses, bus passes, personal hygiene items, utility bills, rent and other essentials. To donate, visit MetroCharities.org or call 727-321-3854.

Una Voce presents holiday concert
Una Voce: The Florida Men’s Chorale, will present its annual holiday concert as it opens its eighth season. Then One Foggy Winter’s Eve will feature holiday favorites and some twists on Christmas classics during three performances. The group will perform on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 11 and 12, at the Hillsborough Community College Ybor Campus Theater. On Sunday, Dec. 13, Una Voce will take the stage of the Catherine Hickman Theater in Gulfport. For more information visit Una-Voce.org.

King of Peace celebrates Christmas
King of Peace MCC in St. Petersburg will celebrate Christmas with a series of events this month. On Thursday, Dec. 17, he church will host a Christmas carol sing-a-long and a few classic Christmas films. On Saturday, Dec. 19, the church presents its Annual Christmas Concert, featuring solo and group performances. A donation of $10 is requested but not required. On Christmas Eve the church will host a 10 p.m. service to celebrate the holiday. For more information visit KingOfPeaceMCC.com.

“Deck the Halls” to benefit Suncoast Hospice
The Artlofts at the Florida Craftsmen will hold its annual Deck the Halls event, a sale of artist-made holiday decorations with proceeds benefitting the Suncoast Hospice. The array of ornaments range from $5-$10 and will be available on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information call 727-449-5146.

ALSO still searching for executive director
ALSO Out Youth is still searching for an executive director to fill the vacancy left by Candace Sorenson, who resigned earlier this year. The board has reportedly redefined the role of the position and hopes to announce a new candidate for the role in 2010. For more information or to apply, visit AlsoYouth.org.

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