2009 Northern Indiana Franciscan Gala

This past October 10, 2009, the Sisters of St. Francis Health Services sponsored the 3^rd annual Northern Indiana Region Gala. The gala was held at Soldier Field in Chicago, Ill. in the United Club.

Our very own Sharee Morse and her husband were in attendance with the 950 other guests for the special evening to raise money for three different Franciscan Health Centers in Northern Indiana.

The three health centers that benefitted from the gala are:

• Saint Anthony - St. Clare Health Clinic

• Saint Anthony Memorial

• Saint Margaret Mercy - The Catherine McAuley Clinic

Sharee Morse, who was in attendance at the black tie event, said, “The Gala was wonderful. My husband and I had a great time at dinner with great conversation and laughter by all, we had fun dancing and enjoyed a great cocktail hour.”

Guests were able to explore the stadium before the gala began and then enjoyed live music and dancing throughout the event all night.

Morse & Company to attend Chamber Network Night, Oct. 22

Morse & Company will be exhibiting at this month's Chamber Network Night Thursday, October 22nd, 4:00 - 7:00 P.M. Stop over and see us in Booth #32!

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Press Release from Porter County Chamber Coalition

Valparaiso, Ind. –

The Porter County Chamber Coalition will host its annual CHAMBER NETWORK NIGHT on Thursday, October 22 at the Porter County Expo Center from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. If you’re in business in Porter County, this is where you need to be!

Chamber Network Night is organized by the Porter County Chamber Coalition, which includes the Chesterton/Duneland, Hebron, Kouts, Portage, and Valparaiso Chambers of Commerce.

More than 1,000 professionals are expected to attend this year’s premiere business to business networking event showcasing the innovative businesses in Porter County. Over 150 exhibitors will be in one spot to introduce their newest and greatest products and services. Chamber Network Night is dedicated to discovering solutions to business needs, generating high-quality leads, learning from the brightest and networking with the best.

A unique feature of the event is Entrepreneur’s Row, which highlights new, start-up businesses. Chamber Network Night provides these bright and ambitious people with the platform to
connect with potential customers and meet the people behind Porter County’s thriving business community face to face.

Following the business to business expo, attendees can further relax and continue their networking at the Business After Hours, hosted by Lake Erie Land Company, Porter Health System and The Times Media Company. The Business After Hours will be featuring food vendors from Porter County and entertainment will be provided by Joey Edwin.

Through their generous donations, our sponsors continue to show their support of business and economic development in Porter County and have laid the groundwork for numerous stories of achievement. Grand Sponsor for the event is The Times Media Group. Additional sponsors include 1st Source Bank, Able Disposal, Centier Bank, Citizens Financial Bank, Comfort Keepers, Computer Education Institute, DRD, LLC, Express Employment Professionals, Great Lakes Labs, Grieger’s Motor Sales, Harris N.A., Hoeppner Wagner & Evans LLP, Midwest Family Federal Credit Union, NetNITCO Wireless Broadband, NIPSCO, Porter County Business League, RE/MAX Affiliates, REGIONAL Federal Credit Union, SERVPRO of Porter County, Shelter Insurance, Teachers Credit Union, Vic Volom CLU, CFP – Northwestern Mutual Financial Network.

Red Cross 5k Run & Health Walk

A few weeks ago, the LaPorte County chapter of the Red Cross hosted a 5k Run & Health Walk and Morse & Company's very own president, Sharee Morse is a proud board member and worked a merchandise booth during the festivities of the weekend.

(The photos provided show her working hard and having fun!)

This was an exercise walk/run for charity and fun. The first 150 participants received a 5k tee shirt and first place winners were awarded prizes in different age ranges.

There were also random prize giveaways along the 5k route.

After the 5k, everyone had a great day enjoying the LaPorte Sunflower Fair!

A Great Time and a Great Cause

On Saturday, August 29 in Michigan City, Ind, The Smooth Jazz at South Shore outdoor concert was held on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan in Washington Park. People were bundled up for both the cool temperatures and the cool jazz.

Morse & Company is a proud sponsor of this outstanding event, which drew 3000 jazz enthusiasts to the concert.

World-class performers included Rick Braun (trumpet), Jonathan Butler (guitar and vocals), and Richard Elliot (saxophone), who performed individually and together.

The concert--now in its third year--has raised well over $100,000 for three local charities:

Sand Castle Shelter for Children and their Families

provides short term drug and alcohol free shelter for homeless families

Stepping Stone Shelter for Women, Inc.

provides shelter, counseling, 24-hour hotline, and non-residential services to women and children who are victims of domestic violence

The American Red Cross La Porte County Chapter

provides services to members of the US armed forces and their families; disaster relief; blood collection and distribution to the sick and injured; teaches courses in first aid and water safety; and provides many other services.

(pictured: Valerie, Jennifer & Barbara; all Morse & Company employees)

2 Big Hearts Golf Outing, Sept. 13th

The sixth annual 2 BigHearts Golf Outing will feature a very special guest speaker this year by the name of Pam Upp. Pam, who is a wife, mother of three and fifth-grade teacher at Kingsbury School will share her fortunate story. Pam was diagnosed with a rare heart condition after she attended a free screening offered through the 2 BigHearts Foundation and La Porte Hospital Foundation.

With medical attention from the Heart & Vascular Institute (HVI) at La Porte Regional Health System, Pam is doing great and living an active life.

To read about Pam’s story, visit: www.www.laportehealth.org/news/life_times/pdf/lt_summer09.pdf

Sign Up for the Golf Outing – Sunday, September 13

We have a great day of golf, food & friends planned. Join us as we raise money for a wonderful cause! Sign up by going to www.www.2BigHearts.org

Location:
Long Beach Country Club (LBCC)
2309 Larchmont
Long Beach, IN 46360
219.872.0689
www.longbeachcc.org

Map & Directions: www.longbeachcc.org/contact/maps.htm

Here is a rundown of the day:
Noon (Central Time)
Golfer Check-In and Registration
Noon to 1:00 PM
Lunch – Main Dining Room, LBCC
1:00 PM
Shot Gun Start – Scramble Format
5:30 PM
Cocktail Hour
Silent Auction Begins
6:30 PM
Dinner and Ceremony
8:00 PM
Silent Auction Closes

We Still Need Your Help and Support!
If you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities, contact Laurie Farrell at lauriefarrell2@comcast.net; 219.229.0701

Silent auction items are also welcome. Contact Leigh Ann Flora at leighann@morseandcompany.com; 219.879.1223

We have lots of fantastic donations for the silent auction, so get your checkbooks ready!
Let’s keep the momentum going and keep the success stories coming!

Sign up now: www.2bighearts.org