Dry Times - Issue Three

We can now count down the days of July on two hands!

As we fast approach the fourth (and almost final) weekend it appears the general mood seems to have changed. With the collective amount of funds raised so far for adults living with cancer standing at over $1.6million, coupled with the feel good factor of not drinking for three weeks, its apparent people are experiencing a great sense of achievement.

As we head into the final week of the challenge, on behalf of the Dry July team and our beneficiaries across Australia we would like to say an advanced ‘Thank You’ to everyone for all your efforts!

Good luck, and here’s to making the final week of July a truly memorable and rewarding experience for all involved!

The Dry July Team

Quotes from our ambassadors...

“Over half way through Dry July and I’m going well. I feel like an “old hand” having done it last year. I have had one Golden Ticket early in the month from a friend who invited us for dinner and couldn’t stand the thought of me not having a glass of wine. It’s odd, but it is other people who feel uncomfortable when I don’t drink! I find that at functions it’s better to walk around with a wine glass full of water rather than be empty handed. Then no one keeps asking me to have a drink. I find that very interesting!” Roy Billing

“The other day I licked the pavement outside my local... but sadly no beer had been spilled that day” Jonesy, WSFM

"I've been making do by sniffing textas. The recycling bin is lighter but my nose is black” Amanda Keller, WSFM




	Login to your Dry July account to access the following...
	Create a 'Head to Head' challenge with friends to see who can raise the most in the final week...

	Send the Dry July pre-written sponsorship email to friends...

	Download cash donation forms...

	Dry July donation receipt stubs.pdf Dry July donation form.pdf

Here's cheers: Dr Amanda Ling, Graham Moss and nurse Osbert De Rosario have pledged to go without alcohol this month while raising money for SCGH cancer patients. Picture: Andrew Ritchie.

Tapping into fundraising during Dry July

Many charitable locals are forfeiting their customary glass of wine and weekend six-pack this month as they raise money for cancer patients at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGH).

They are taking part in the Dry July campaign, where participants are sponsored to abstain from drinking alcohol.

As well as collecting funds for patients in need, the cause aims to make people aware of their drinking habits and the value of a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

SCGH executive director and Dry July participant Dr Amanda Ling said more than 20,000 patients were treated in the hospital's medical oncology department every year.

"All money raised will go towards improving the waiting and treatment areas for patients and their families," she said. "Giving up alcohol for a month won't only improve your health but you'll also be raising money for a terrific cause."

Western Suburbs Weekly, Perth. 20/7/2010

The 'Charlies Angels' team from Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital in Perth went to town with a BBQ on Tuesday raising over $750!

Seen here (pictured right) the team are in a heated 'Head to Head' battle with the 720 ABC Perth team lead by James Lush.

The penalty forfeit goes something like this... the losing team leader will have to complete a 200m swim, board and run at North Cottesloe Beach. Budgie smugglers optional...!!

Big Mossy aka Graham Moss, Charlies Angels team leader is the poor bloke that will be taking a brisk swim if they can't keep up with the ABC team.

Without the benefit of a radio station the Charlies Angels team are calling for your support and will gladly accept any generous donations you may be able to provide.

Click here to donate to the 'Charlies Angels' team

Big Mossy (left) aka Graham Moss, Charlies Angels team leader getting warmed up for his head to head challenge.

Dry July team 'Booze Free Beach and Bay Realty' from NSW celebrated reaching the half way point by holding a cupcake and coffee fundraising morning at their local cafe in Cronulla.

When asked how they're going Kylie Emans said "we are exercising more, feeling fresher, avoiding hangovers and navigating social situations booze free. We are also eating more chocolate to compensate, complaining quite a lot and reflecting on how alcohol has come to play such a huge part in our daily lives (quite scary!)".

Beach and Bay Realty team member Rachel Lord commented "I’m finding the challenge quite tough as alot of friends are turning 21 this month and having birthday parties – 2 per weekend with unlimited free bar tabs. It’s not easy that’s for sure, but it’s a hell of a lot easier than dealing with cancer (obviously!) and so whenever I begin to feel sorry for myself, I just have to remember that this is a tiny tiny challenge in comparison!"

The team of six (all females) are excited about the amount of money they have raised (over $1000!) and the impact this will have on adult cancer patients treated at The Prince of Wales Hospital in Sydney.

This week we bring you another tasty offering from our resident Dry July chef 'Fast-Ed Halmagyi', a mocktail worth sharing with friends and if coffee has become your alcohol replacement then we've found just the place for you to visit this Sunday!

Apple, Rhubarb and Ginger Crumble Prepared exclusively for Dry July by ‘Fast’ Ed Halmagyi - Better Homes & Gardens Serves 4 ½ bunch rhubarb, sliced very finely 250g caster sugar 250ml Bundaberg Ginger Beer 4 Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced 1 vanilla bean, scraped 1 cup plain flour ½ cup raw sugar ¼ cup instant oats ¼ cup desiccated coconut 60g unsalted butter double cream and fresh berries, to serves 1 Preheat oven to 200^oC. Combine the rhubarb, sugar and Bundaberg Ginger Beer in a saucepan and set over a medium heat for 5 minutes, until softened. Stir in the apple and vanilla, then transfer to a casserole dish. 2 Mix the flour, raw sugar, oats, coconut and butter in a food processor, then pulse until a coarse crumb forms. Sprinkle over the apple mixture, then bake for 20 minutes, until golden. Serve with double cream and fresh berries.

Sangrita Next time you have friends over why not try this awesome mocktail suggestion from Dry July participant Brad Levingston in Queensland. Serves 10 • 100cl tomato juice • 48cl fresh orange juice • 5 teaspoons clear honey • 9cl fresh lime juice • pinch of salt • 1 chilli, finely chopped • half teaspoon white onion, finely chopped • ground black pepper • 10 drops Worcestershire sauce Pour all ingredients into a mixing bowl. Stir well. Place in the refrigerator to chill for about two hours. Then strain into a large glass pitcher. Serve in wine glasses.

Aroma Festival, The Rocks, Sydney Sunday 25th July, 10am - 5pm If you're up early this Sunday morning and looking for something to do, why not head down to the Rocks in Sydney to experience the world in a day at the Aroma Festival 2010! Pack your passport and explore divine taste sensations at The Oasis, The Continent, The Orient and The Latin Quarter. Try numerous blends of coffee; warm up with tea, chai and hot chocolate and enjoy free entertainment at four unique destinations in The Rocks.