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Harry Hamlin, Terrence Howard, Billy Baldwin Headline Celebrity Variety Car Rally in Vancouver

Hollywood celebrities, sports stars and some of Vancouver’s most beautiful people were all putting the pedal to the metal last weekend as the Variety for Kids rally hit the streets of town. Headed up by honourary co-chairs Kyle & Janelle Washington, the two-day adventure saw each team/car raise $25,000+ each to support the kids. Then, it was time to draft your celebrity driver and head out on the highway. Think “Amazing Race” meets scavenger hunt. The big kick-off party was held at the new Coal Harbour Cactus Club where everyone parked their luxury cars and then walked the red carpet for the cameras. Inside, it was nothing but good fun as celebs met their teams, posed for pics and enjoyed amazing food and drinks courtesy celebrity chef Rob Feenie and his crew.

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01 – Actor Billy Baldwin has good reason to smile as he is drafted by the beautiful ladies of team “In It to Win It” which included members Natalie Doman, Janelle Washington and Heidi Coglon.

02 – Businessman Harald Ludwig, also of Lionsgate entertainment, chats with actress Lisa Rinna of “Days of our Lives” fame. You can see her next in ABC’s “Sing Your Face Off” where she will impersonate both Britney Spears and Dolly Parton. Fun!

03 – Helping raise money for the kids and supporting this very worthwhile cause are Cindy Beedie and Richard Coglon.

04 – Known for “LA Law”, and most recently “Mad Men”, actor Harry Hamlin poses with Variety Rally guest Christie King.

05 – Oscar nominated actor Terrence Howard, of “Ironman” and “Crash” movie fame, sits with model/personality Rachelle Leah as they wait to meet their team members.

06 – Start your engines! Saskatchewan born actor Kim Coates, of “Sons of Anarchy” fame, gets revved up on the red carpet with the Variety Rally Car Girls.

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By Catherine Barr – May 23, 2014

Also as seen in the Vancouver Sun Newspaper

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By Catherine Barr

www.CatherineBarr.com | www.WestVancouver.com | www.NorthVancouver.com

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May 30, 2014
Vancouver Police Gala

There were police cars everywhere, sirens, flashing lights, and even live gunfire. The Vancouver Police Foundation’s Night Patrol Gala was held last week at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Riot police and helicopters escorted guests to their tables just before emergency responders arrived with dogs and machine guns to put on a very realistic hostage takedown. It was an exciting beginning to a night that also honoured the VPD’s Vancouver Police Pipe Band on their 100th anniversary. After the dinner and live auction, West Vancouver’s famous singer/songwriter Sarah McLachlan entertained alongside members of the pipe band. A magical evening that won’t soon be forgotten.

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01 – Big round of applause for Vancouver Police Foundation trustee and event co-chairs Ryan Beedie and wife Cindy for all their hard work.

02 – Vancouver Police Pipe Band drummer Ed Wagstaff is all smiles as he meets Global TV weather forecaster and North Van gal Kristi Gordon.

03 – Vancouver Police superintendent Jeff Sim, left, joins West Vancouver’s Wendy and Sergio Cocchia.

04 – Looking gorgeous and glam, West Vancouver socialites Sharlene Ludwig, left, and Janelle Washington set off all the police sirens.

05 – West Vancouverites Kristy Brinkley, left, and Janis O’Sullivan chat during the cocktail reception.

06 – Upping the bids for charity, Maynard’s auctioneer Barry Scott and West Van’s Eric Savics are among the invited guests.

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By Catherine Barr – February 25, 2014

Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook Newspaper on Mar 6, 2014

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March 4, 2014
Chat to the Future Uganda Gala in West Vancouver

They say the world is a small place and that we are all connected in one way or another. Never before was that more true than last weekend as West Vancouver’s Richard and Heidi Coglon opened their home, and their hearts, to host an especially touching gala event in support of Ugandan orphans and the new “CHAT House” concept of giving. CHAT to the Future (which stands for Care and Hope through Adoption and Technology), connects sponsors and kids like nothing before it. Using Skype and email, sponsors actually get to know their sponsor child personally and see firsthand the impact they are making on their lives. This night, a special live Skype session allowed guests to be entertained live from Kasangati, Uganda as all of the CHAT House kids sang special holiday songs and danced for the crowd via the internet. Guests like Canucks’ Paolo and Clara Aquilini and La Stella Vineyard owners Saeedeh and Sean Salem were also instrumental in organizing the event and donating to the night which raised over $50,000+.

Uganda Chat House Gala for Kids in West Vancouver.

Hosts Richard and Heidi Coglon welcome Chat to the Future executive director Adam McKim, centre.

Among the VIPs and friends in attendance are Jeff and Kim McCord.

Cheers to three of West Vancouver’s most beautiful and talented ladies. From left: Janelle Washington, Cindy Beedie and Sharlene Ludwig.

CTV News Anchor Mike Killeen and wife Jill make the trip from North Vancouver.

West Vancouver businessman Doug Mason, left, joins host Richard Coglon.

Helping support the kids in Uganda are event sponsors Saeedeh Salem, left, and Clara Aquilini.

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By Catherine Barr

November 16, 2013

Also as seen in print in the North Shore Outlook newspaper on Nov 21, 2013

November 19, 2013