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Martinis for Melanoma

Dover, NH -- Dermatology & Skin Health invites you to a gathering for a great cause on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 5:30 to 9 p.m., at Cartelli’s in downtown Dover. It includes drink, food, wine tasting, and more. Best news of all is that all proceeds benefit the Melanoma Foundation of New England.


Tickets, at $45 a piece, also include music by the John Hunter Trio, a special guest and a live auction and raffle. Items will include Red Sox memorabilia, flying lessons at Hampton Airfield, ski passes to Pat’s Peak in Henniker, tubing at Gunstock Mountain Resort in Gilford, and a whole lot more.


The in demand multimedia star, John Herman, will serve as master of ceremonies --which ensures bountiful banter and an easy-going atmosphere.

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“We’re elated to be involved in the worthy efforts of raising awareness about Melanoma,” said Dermatology & Skin Health Practice Manager Laurie Seavey. “Our staff has joined forces to work behind the scenes gathering donations, selling special bracelets, and making people aware of our mission – to fight melanoma by increasing awareness, supporting patients, survivors and families.


Dermatology & Skin Health is also backing its Physician Assistant, Michelle Roy, when she runs the 118th Boston Marathon on April 21.

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Seavey says, “As Michelle trains for the race, and the Marathon date inches closer, excitement mounts within our practice as we team together to  support such an amazing woman running for such a well-intentioned cause. Big things start small… We’re doing our part, and are hoping the community jumps on board with us.”


ABOUT MICHELLE ROY’S MARATHON RUN

For information on the initiative and Michelle’s progress leading up to the 118th Annual Boston Marathon: www.dermskinhealth.com/running-for-cover


ABOUT CARTELLI’S BAR & GRILL

Located at 446 Central Ave., in Dover, Cartelli’s menu offers something for everybody, from classic Italian, steak, pasta and fresh made sushi. Whether it’s a romantic meal in the dining room or sports and live entertainment in the bar, you can enjoy the entire menu in an unpretentious atmosphere.


ABOUT THE MELANOMA FOUNDATION OF NEW ENGLAND

Founded in 1999, the mission of the Melanoma Foundation of New England is to reduce the incidence of melanoma in the New England region. It provides a variety of education programs targeting the prevention and early detection of skin cancer and melanoma for both children and adults. The Foundation is based in Concord, Mass. For information, visit http://mfne.org/.


ABOUT DERMATOLOGY AND SKIN HEALTH

Located in Dover, Dermatology and Skin Health provides care and treatment for conditions of the skin, hair and nails for our N.H. patients. The practice was founded by James L. Campbell, Jr., MD, MS, a graduate of Dartmouth Medical School who also trained at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Hanover. For information, visit http://dermskinhealth.com/.


For Martinis for Melanoma tickets, call Mike Cartelli, 834-0987, or Laurie Seavey, 742-5556.



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