RALEIGH, NC, September 23, 2010 (Press-News.org) Fink's Jewelers, a fine jewelry retailer with sixteen locations throughout North Carolina and Virginia, has long been an advocate for community stewardship. For the past nine years, the Big Bad Ball, an annual black tie gala benefitting Hospice of Wake County, has been the largest recipient of their generosity. Fink's Jewelers has participated at Platinum ($10,000) sponsorship level since the event's inception in 2001.
This year, Fink's Jewelers will be giving away three John Hardy bracelets at the Big Ball Bad - Naga Silver Dragon Kick Cuff with Black Diamond Pave, $4,495; Silver Large Chain Bracelet with Diamond Pave Clasp, $1,795; and Silver Medium Chain Bracelet with Diamond Pave Clasp, $1,195.
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"We were so impressed after our first year of involvement with the Big Bad Ball that we knew this was something we wanted to commit to each year," said Raleigh Store Manager Claire Brown. "Hospice of Wake County is a wonderful organization and we're honored to support such a worthy cause."
About Fink's Jewelers
For 80 years, Fink's Jewelers has offered Virginia and North Carolina the largest selection of fine jewelry and Swiss timepieces in the area. Proudly carrying the industry's leading fashion designer lines as well as an extensive collection of "Fink's Exclusive" fine jewelry, the vast selection and customer service is second to none.
From the first store in Roanoke, Virginia, Fink's Jewelers has now grown to include 16 locations. Come into any of our stores or visit http://www.finks.com and discover why Fink's Jewelers is one of the country's "Top 50" jewelers.
About The Big Bad Ball
Presented by The Capital City Club's Young Executives, the Big Bad Ball will be held October 2nd from 7p.m. - 1a.m. at the Capital City Club. Tickets for the Big Bad Ball are $125 each. All guests can enjoy two bands: The Moonlighters Orchestra and tHE.DESIGN, five open bars; scrumptious food selections including hors d'oeuvres, pasta and carving stations, desserts and a late night breakfast. Attendees also get a chance to participate in a silent auction, a Fink's Jewelers door prize and a raffle for a $10,000 cash prize. Proceeds from the Big Bad Ball support the Hospice of Wake County Indigent Patient Fund and the Horizons Grief Center.
To purchase tickets or learn more about the Big Bad Ball, please visit http://www.bigbadball.com or call Hospice of Wake County at 919-828-0890.
About Hospice of Wake County
Your community hospice since 1979, Hospice of Wake County provides physical, emotional and spiritual care to those living with advanced illness, their caregivers and those who have lost a loved one regardless of age, race, religion or financial circumstances. Service areas include Wake, Johnston, Franklin, Durham and Harnett counties. Guided by community-based boards of directors and trustees and supported by a dedicated professional staff, the goal of Hospice of Wake County is to provide compassionate hospice care that allows patients to enjoy every moment of their lives to the fullest. For more information call 919-828-0890 or visit http://www.hospiceofwake.org
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Fink's Jewelers Sets the Platinum Standard for the Big Bad Ball
Fink's Jewelers, a fine jewelry retailer with sixteen locations throughout North Carolina and Virginia, has long been an advocate for community stewardship.
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[Press-News.org] Fink's Jewelers Sets the Platinum Standard for the Big Bad BallFink's Jewelers, a fine jewelry retailer with sixteen locations throughout North Carolina and Virginia, has long been an advocate for community stewardship.