inspirations Get ready to discover the-


Disney difference with your family in Hawaii! Reservations are now open for Disney’s new family resort on the shores of O’ahu. Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina, Hawaii, is scheduled to welcome its first guests on Aug. 29, 2011.


Aulani is a destination


where families can experience the stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and friendship of Hawaii, in a set- ting only Disney could create.


The resort, built adjacent


to a crystal-blue lagoon and a white-sand beach, features 359 hotel rooms. You can choose from a variety of room options with commanding views of the ocean, mountains or magnifi- cent grounds.


With activities available for


families, kids, tweens, teens and adults, there is some-


thing for everyone to enjoy. From pool parties with Disney characters to excursions into


THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE


Linda Burgess at The World of Travel: Disney says ‘aloha’ to Hawaii


the rainforest and rejuvenat- ing spa treatments, days and nights will be filled with the magic of Disney in the beauti- ful tranquil setting of Hawaii.


Aulani also features a signa-


ture kids’ club, Aunty’s Beach House, where kids can explore Hawaiian culture through games, arts and crafts.


The resort is located 17


miles from Honolulu Inter- national Airport and features convenient access to a Ted Robinson-designed, 18-hole championship golf course.


Create family memories


that will last a lifetime! Call or visit Linda Burgess


at The World of Travel, 860 West Long Lake Road, Suite 100, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302; (248) 203-0022; 888- 268-7500; lburgess@askoura- gents.com.


Caring Kids holding 20th annual beauty pageant


Caring Kids, a 26-year non-


profit organization, is sponsor- ing its 20th annual Miss Chari- ty Rose Beauty Pageant Spring at the Southfield Embassy Suites Hotel. All pageant pro- ceeds feed the homeless com- munity and Adopt-A-Family Christmas program assist- ing families with children in need.


Girls ages 2 to16 are wel-


come to participate. All partic- ipants receive a personalized trophy and gift bag. Pageant registration is Saturday, Sept. 18.


For more detailed informa-


tion and to register, contact Mrs. Watkins at (313) 614- 8675. Visit online at www.car- ingkids.org, e-mail rwatkins@ caringkids.org or write at PO Box 23161 Detroit, Michigan 48223.


Project-U-Turn offers program for youth, free of charge


Project-U-Turn’s free pro-


grams, “RubyGirl” and “It’s- N-The Male,” geared at help- ing youth say no to drugs, sex, and violence and yes to dreams, purpose and destiny, is preparing for the 2010/2011 program year.


Men’s Night


O’ Neil D. Swanson Sr. (right), president and CEO, Swanson Funeral Homes Inc., recently gave remarks during Universal Liberty in Christ Temple, Inc. Men’s Night celebration. Pictured (from left) are the Rev. Andre F. King; Pastor Larry Williams; Naomi Gatlin, Universal Liberty In Christ Temple Inc. pastor; and O’ Neil D. Swanson Sr. Standing behind them is William Love.


Annual orientation and


registration: Saturday, Aug. 28, at Lawrence Tech Univer- sity Management Bldg., Room M218, 21000 W. Ten Mile Rd. Southfield, at 9 a.m. for girls age 13-18 and 11:30 a.m. for boys age 11-15.


Participants must bring a


parent or guardian, last report card, proof of age and a regis- tration fee to orientation.


The programs will offer


workshops in personal, pro- fessional, and prevention awareness with outings, activ- ities, community service, and much more.


For more information visit:


www.rubygirlteenprogram. com or www.itsnthemale. com.


August 25-31, 2010


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Golfing on International Green


By Jacquelyn Vaughn This past weekend was very


exciting for me as I had the opportunity to travel with 21 ladies to Niagara Falls to par- ticipate in the EWGA Border Cup Championship tourna- ment at the Whirlpool Golf Course. This annual cham- pionship is between EWGA Metro Detroit Chapter vs. EWGA Toronto Canada Chap- ter. The competition for the beautiful Championship Cup has been played between the United States and Canada for the past 12 years. The tourna- ment structure is similar to that of the Ryder Cup, except it’s played every year with the location rotating between the two countries. Next year the event will be hosted in Michi- gan.


Working with the team over


the past four months was a very rewarding experience. We had practice rounds at two different courses and invited talented golfers to provide pri- vate lessons to individuals. We chartered a bus to take us to Niagara Falls, and we were fortunate to have a very knowledgeable female driver who gave us an informative tour of the area. Although we played very hard and put all of our efforts into it, we did


not bring the cup home. We did win, however, in our own ways, making special friend- ships and rekindling a few old ones in the process. Some of us were excited about the spe- cial sisterhood that was devel- oped in the name of golf.


On the way to our champi-


onship event, we told golf sto- ries on the bus, shared jokes and sang. The team has a great winning spirit and the type of attitude needed to compete. These 21 ladies were of all ages, nationalities and social backgrounds but they seemed united, and I was pleased to be the captain.


Travelling internationally


for golf takes budgeting and planning. Here are some tips to prepare for your trip:


• Decide what time of year you want to travel and be mindful of peak seasons


• Research and select the po- tential golf courses both on the resort and surrounding areas


• Select your hotel choices and be sure to book the room two to three months in advance


• Create a timeline of payment due dates according to prior- ity, including airfare, hotel reservations, car reservations


and golf registrations.


• Plan all of your island or extracurricular activities in advance so you can make the most of your trip.


Fall is a great time to plan


ahead for next year, but re- member hotels and airfares book quickly by January. If you’ve ever desired to play in- ternationally, taking advantage of Michigan’s close proximity to Canada is a great start. The courses and cultures are dif- ferent and Niagara Falls is rich with historical tours, amazing sightseeing and excellent win- eries.


As always, I look forward


to seeing you on the green. And If you have golf success stories, tips, questions, or ideas for upcoming articles, please send them to jackie@ ladiesonthegreen.com.


Jacquelyn Vaughn is the


founder and president of Vaughn Marketing Consul- tants. She currently owns and operates three Michigan- based assisted living facili- ties. A graduate of Northern Illinois University, she holds an MS in Instructional Media, and an BS in Radio, TV and Film. She is the proud mother of two.


A Health and Wellness Day at New St. Paul Tabernacle


By Niketa Woodley New St. Paul Tabernacle Church of God in


Christ will host a Health and Wellness Day on Aug. 29. The purpose of the event is to educate and share with members of the community healthier ways to live and maintain overall good health. The Health and Wellness fair will take place on the church’s campus during the 10:30 a.m. morning service and end at 2 p.m. Dr. Jason Denny, general surgeon at Henry Ford Hospital, is expected to deliver the keynote ad- dress. Bishop P.A. Brooks, pastor of New St. Paul Tabernacle Church of God in Christ will host the event.


On an average day in Michigan, there are


more than 100 deaths related to heart disease, stroke and diabetes. As a leader of faith and a pillar of the community, Bishop Brooks be- lieves it is an “injustice to humanity to preach healing and not preach health.” The health and wellness fair is expected to draw doctors,


nurses and surgeons from various health care institutions as well as other distinguished pro- fessionals of the medical industry. It is hoped that the information given will give people the tools they need to counter preventable diseases often related to diet and aid them with the re- sources to take the necessary steps to improve their current medical conditions.


Participants can expect informative health


exhibits, a breast exam booth, information kiosks, referral services and much more. There will also be a Q & A session for those who have specific health concerns. A light lunch will be provided immediately following the event


Dr. Jeremiah Wittington, member of New


St. Paul Tabernacle and an oncologist at Grace Hospital in Detroit, is the chairperson of this event.


For more information, contact New St. Paul


Tabernacle Church of God in Christ at (313) 835.5329 or visit www.nspt.com.


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