Lightning

I had a great time at the cottage over the last 9 days, and one of the highlights was the incredible lightning storm on September 7th. I got some good images when the storm was right over the cottage, but the really good stuff came about an hour later. The stars were out with a storm across the water, but it only lasted for about 30 minutes and then another big storm moved back in over the cottage.

Hockey for the Homeless

A big thank you to the following people for sponsoring me in my quest to raise $1000 for Hockey for the Homeless:

Roger & Irene Blake
Julie Blake
Nancy MacDougall
Kathy Kruivitsky
Linda Visosky
Jer Girouard
Caroline Midgley

I would really appreciate additional donations, I'm currently at 40% of my goal.

Donations of $25.00 CAD or greater will automatically receive an electronic tax receipt http://hfth.akaraisin.com/p/PatBlake.aspx

Hockey for the Homeless

I'm going to be playing in pretty cool fundraiser tournament on April 23rd. A lot of time and dedication has gone into planning the event, and this will be the first year it will take place in Ottawa. "Hockey for the Homeless" began in 1996 when a group of businessmen decided to turn an annual hockey tournament into a charitable event aimed at helping the homeless in the City of Toronto. Over the years the tournament has grown and it has helped raise 2.5 Million dollars for over 15,000 homeless men, women and children across Canada. This year it's our turn to do the same in the Capital.

What is it?
A local hockey tournament at the Bell SensPlex where you are made to feel like a pro! Participants get an unforgettable experience. The tournament is designed to allow participants to taste that dream - to feel like a pro for a day.

No detail is spared to make this an unforgettable experience for all participants:

We dress them like a pro in their very own personalized jersey
We feed them like a pro at lunch and dinner
We provide beverages in the dressing room and on the bench
Every room is stocked with tape and pucks.
FREE BEER ALL DAY

Not only do we provide you with a pro-like experience, each team gets to play with two former NHLers. The NHL Alumni players actually dress in the same room as the participants – truly a once in a lifetime experience.

When is it?
April 23rd 2010 at the Bell Sensplex in Kanata

Format of the day:
- Players arrive at the arena in the morning and are shown to their dressing room for the day.
- Each player plays a minimum of three games alongside ex-NHLers and is served lunch and refreshments
- A silent auction with valuable prizes and one-of-a-kind memorabilia items is held after the event.
- A full evening reception dinner with emcee and guest speaker is provided at a nearby location.

How can I help?
1) Direct Sponsorship.
Any little bit counts! You can sponsor me directly at http://hfth.akaraisin.com/p/PatBlake.aspx

2) Play in the tournament
It is going to be a great day! I highly recommend it! Great experience, good food, great company and some awesome hockey! The tournament registration fee is $200.00 and you can register at
http://www.hockeyforthehomeless.com/

3) Corporate Sponsorship
If you are interested in being a corporate sponsor let me know and I will send you over the Corporate Sponsorship package.

My goal is to raise $1,000 and I am going to need your help!

Thank you very much for your generous support!

Pat

Executive Portraits

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You work hard to build your business. Now it’s time to improve your own ROI with a professional headshot.

Blake Photography will work hard to accommodate your busy schedule. Join us for a “power lunch” session for only $110. Take images, instantly review the session, select your image order, and be out the door in under an hour!

To schedule an appointment call Blake Photography at 613-884-3355.

Your help is needed

Three weeks ago my best friend, OPP Const. Mike Poirier was hit by a drunk driver while on duty. While lucky to be alive, his recovery will be a long one. His wife, Lisa, is pregnant with their second child, and they will need all the help they can get this winter as Lisa will be limited in the help she can give Mike because she is expecting, and Mike will be concentrating on his healing.

If you are able to help them, contributions can be made at any TD Canada branch in Canada to account 2916 6042440 to Pat Blake in trust for Mike Poirier.

In honour of Mike's profession, and to express my gratitude for all of those who keep us safe, until the end of November all Police, Fire, Paramedic and Military personnel will receive a complimentary sitting fee, and I will contribute $25 from each session to Mike and Lisa. I feel that a family portrait is the perfect way to share my appreciation for those that put others first so often.