<UPDATED APRIL 1, 2008 2nd Street Walkers | a Mon. night walking club in Belmont Shore

   
 

 


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I AM A FIRM believer in the collective power of individuals joined in a spirit of goodwill and generous giving to bring about the success of an organization. That's why we need you to get involved.

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Please Support CAT - a 501c3 Nonprofit

RIGHT NOW, while the need is in your mind, won't you please donate? We receive no government monies, and depend entirely on people like you.

WE HOPE YOU share our love for animals, kids and the environment, and our wish is that you'll consider a gift of $25, $50, $100 or another amount so that we can continue to bring you and our community fun events and meaningful projects.

CHECKS to CAT, Attn. Justin Rudd, 5209 E. The Toledo #1, Long Beach, CA 90803.

THE MAIN PURPOSE of the Community Action Team (CAT) is to promote social well-being among the general public. As a 501c3 nonprofit corporation governed by a board of directors, contributions to CAT are tax deductible and are used to help produce quality events within our community that benefit children, animals, and the environment.

 C.A.T. IS AN UMBRELLA organization that includes Haute Dogs and:
4Halloween Kids' Costume Contest
4July 4 Kids' Bike Parade
4Dog-themed Poetry contest
4Interfaith Blessing of the Animals
4$1,000 National Elementary School Spelling Bee
4National Adult Spelling Bee
4Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest
 4Haute Dogs on the Beach events
4Haute Dog Easter Parade
4Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade
4Operation Easter Basket
4Operation Santa Paws
 45k/10k Grunion Run
45k/10k Long Beach Turkey Trot
4monthly 30-Minute Beach Cleanups.

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Join us each Monday night in April at 6:30 for a nice walk -- and stay for the cash prize drawing at 7:30! GET ON THE EMAIL LIST

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Rudd's "2nd Street Walkers" Walk this Monday in Belmont Shore at 6:30 p.m.

2nd Street Walker Belmont ShoreIt's time for a "C.A.T." walk.  Justin Rudd and his nonprofit 501c3 Community Action Team (C.A.T.) will host their six-week "2nd Street Walkers" program each Monday at 6:30 p.m.  The weekly one-hour walks down the sidewalks of 2nd St. will begin/end in front of Washington Mutual Bank, 5200 E. Second St. @ Nieto Ave. 

All ages are welcome and all levels of fitness are encouraged to participate. Well-behaved dogs and strollers/joggers are also welcome.

The weekly route will be announced at the start of the walk, and will be either clockwise or counter clockwise on the sidewalks of 2nd St., between Bay Shore Ave. and Roycroft Ave.  Walkers will cross 2nd St. at the traffic signals at Bay Shore and Roycroft avenues. 

Each loop is one mile.  There will be several pace groups. While some walkers may be able to complete four laps or more during the hour, others may be able to complete fewer or partial laps. Walkers can do the route alone, or in groups of their choice.

Dress is casual. Wear comfortable athletic shoes and bring a water bottle, if you'd like.

2nd St. Walkers Belmont Shore Long BeachParticipants must sign a liability waiver at their first "walkers" event.  Walkers are encouraged to walk at their own pace, obeying all traffic signals.  There are numerous benches and chairs along 2nd Street for those who might need to take a break.

Parking meters along 2nd St. and in public parking lots are in effect daily til 7 p.m.  There is no parking fees after 7 p.m. in Belmont Shore.

bag of moneyThe public is invited to join 2nd Street Walkers, and there is no cost or obligation.  But, for those who want to donate $5 to C.A.T. each Monday night, there will be a chance to win.  Each Monday night after the walk, a donor's name will be drawn from all walkers present.  The jackpot (all donations that night) will be split evenly between the winner and the Community Action Team (C.A.T.).  C.A.T. will guarantee at least $100 in the weekly jackpot.  To enter the drawing, walkers must be present at the 7:30 p.m. drawing.  If the winner is not present, another name will be drawn. 

Some benefits to participation include:
- exercise for the heart, lungs, and muscles
- fresh air
- lively discussions with other walkers (topics could include health, politics, neighborhood life, relationships, environment)
- meeting new people
- winning some money
- raising money for local charity
- window shopping
- feeling good & having fun.

There is no advance registration, but those interested can join Rudd's weekly "2nd Street Walkers" e-newsletter.


Other Justin Rudd/CAT events include:
-Halloween Kids' Costume Contest
-July 4 Kids' Bike Parade
-Dog-themed Poetry contest
-Mother's Day Essay Contest
-Interfaith Blessing of the Animals
-$1,000 National Elementary School Spelling Bee
-National Adult Spelling Bee
-Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest
-Haute Dogs on the Beach events
-Haute Dog Easter Parade
-Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade
-Bulldog Beauty Contest
-Operation Easter Basket
-Operation Santa Paws
-5k/10k Grunion Run
-5k/10k Long Beach Turkey Trot
-monthly 30-Minute Beach Cleanups.

To get on Rudd's free "kids events" e-newsletter, just send a request to Justin@JustinRudd.com.  All CAT event details at www.JustinRudd.com.

Bulldog Beauty Contest to Attract More than 400 "Adora-bull" Beauties

 MORE THAN 400 English Bulldogs of all ages will travel to Long Beach, Calif., from as far as Las Vegas, Phoenix and San Francisco to vie for the coveted title. The Annual contest will take place on the Sat. before Valentine's Day at Livingston Park in Belmont Shore. "Bunny" a 7-year-old rescued bulldog took home the crown last year -- and, a year's supply of Pedigree dog food and a crystal water dish from Tiffany & Co. The bulldogs will be evaluated (by real-life beauty queens) on personality, charm, face, figure, and first impression. DETAILS

g WINNER TO TAKE HOME $1,000 CASH
Spellers Sought for Bee

ARE YOU READY to try your skill? Are you a courageous young competitor ready to wrestle with some difficult words? Are you ready for the last word? If you are the best speller at your school and you are in fifth grade (or a lower level) you may be able to enter the championship that is scheduled to take place in Long Beach on Sunday, March 18, 2007. www.SpellingBees.com

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Belmont Shore Sidewalk Chalk Art
SUN., APRIL TBA, 2008; 9 A.M. - 4 P.M. The "Belmont Shore Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest" is sure to "draw" a crowd on April 22!  Attracting seasoned and emergent visual artists, as well as participants from local high schools and universities, the Community Action Team's third annual "Belmont Shore Chalk Art Contest" will showcase the works of diverse artists who use chalk as their medium, and the sidewalks of Belmont Shore as their canvas.    Cash and prizes will be awarded.  DETAILS


g MORE THAN 1,250 BASKETS NEEDED
Operation Easter Basket Serves Local Kids in Need

OPERATION EASTER BASKET brings joy and hope to children in desperate situations right here in Long Beach through gift-filled Easter Baskets containing items such as small toys, school supplies, hygiene products, essential clothing items and some candy. This program, organized by Justin Rudd and his 501c3 nonprofit Community Action Team (CAT), provides an opportunity for people of all ages to be involved in a simple, hands-on project while focusing on the true meaning of love -- the greatest gift. In the first year of this program, CAT collected and delivered more than 750 baskets with the assistance of six local service agencies. This year's goal is more than 1,250 baskets! Recipients will include underserved -- homeless, sick and/or needy -- children from ages 2-14. DETAILS

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About the Team!

CAT IS made up of several organizations that you might be familiar with -- Haute Dogs, the monthly 30-Minute Beach Cleanup; Operation Santa Paws; the $1,000 National Spelling Bee; the Great American July 4 Kids' Bike Parade; the Adult Spelling Bee; Operation Easter Basket and more. MORE


 
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Haute Dogs
 - Home Page
Interfaith Blessing of the Animals
- An annual fall tradition to bless our pets
Dog Beach Zone!
- Daily, off-leash, unfenced, 3-acre beach in Long Beach
Operation Santa Paws
- Holiday toy & treat collection for sheltered and rescued pets
Haute Dog Adoptions
- Adopt a local shelter or rescue dog
Local Dog Laws
- Long Beach City Code for canines
Haute Dog Easter Parade
- As seen on Jay Leno. Hundreds of dogs parading for charity in elaborate Easter bonnets and outfits
Haute Links
- Local canine Web sites
Haute Dog Poetry Contest
- Dog-themed poetry contest
Haute Dog History
- Pictorial & review of bow-wow events
Off-Leash Parks
- Parks and beaches in Southern California
FREE Dog e-newsletter
- Sent weekly; dog issues, education and events in So. Calif.
Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade
- 500+ costumed dog parade that benefits local charities
Haute Dog of the Week
- See this week's featured canine; and submit your dog's pic today
 Bulldog Beauty Contest
- More than 300 English Bulldogs compete
Lost Dog? Found Dog?
- Find out what to do next



 
    

X SAND CHALLENGE
  Justin Rudd's Beach Fitness Classes
- Sand Challenge: Beach Boot Camp

  X ADULT SPELLING
  - A traditional bee, but the contestants are adults!

  X SPELLING BEE
  $1,000 National Elementary School Spelling Bee
- The best elementary school spellers compete for big C-A-S-H

  X BIKE PARADE
  The Great American 4th of July Kids' Bike Parade
- Patriotic kids dress up their bikes and parade on the beach bike path.

  XKIDS' COSTUME
  $100 Kids' Halloween Costume Contest
 - Searching for the best costumes in Southern California.

  X OPERATION EASTER
  Operation Easter Basket
- Springtime baskets filled with school supplies, hygiene items, art supplies, socks, underwear, toys and candy. More than 1,100 baskets are collected and distributed annually to underserved kids.

  X CHALK ART
  Belmont Shore Sidewalk Chalk Art
 - High schoolers, college students and adults will use chalk as their medium and 2nd Street sidewalks as their canvas.

  X TURKEY TROT
  - More than 3,000 runners and walkers take part in a 5K/10K scenic beach bike path fundraiser on Thanksgiving Day in Long Beach

  XABOUT JUSTIN!
 

Who is this guy?!
- Justin Rudd!, Haute Dogs founder & organizer

Justin Rudd's Bulldogs
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