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LibLines Teams up with Habitat For Humanity March 3, 2007   It's a labor of love for women in Savannah. Ladies bonding not over clothes or shoes, but hammers and nails. Its Habitat for Humanity's Women Build, a chance for volunteers to get together and learn how to build a house one wall, one nail at a time. "If anybody ever told me I was going to be building houses at 65 I would go yeah sure," says Habitat volunteer Dorothy Bade. Dorothy Bade is one of these special women. They are special because of what they are doing, special because of what they've gone through. "Unless you've actually heard the words you have cancer. Its different," says Bade. Each women at the home is a cancer survivor or caregiver. Its a bond that makes them close friends and helps get them through each day. "I felt like they designed this specifically for me," says Bade. "To be with other women who've walked the walk. We just have the same connection." Dorothy says she's worked on Habitat homes with men before, but this build, this crew is different. "Somebody will say something and you hear your own feelings being spoken in words, so you hug," explain Dorothy. A veteran of these builds, Dorothy can't do as much as she used to. So she tries to help wherever she can, physically or mentally. "One of the survivors the first day we worked she said oh I'm afraid to do that," describes Bade. "I said afraid, you can never be afraid again. You looked death square in the eyes, you can't be afraid of a hammer and saw." When the call went out to be part of the women build team, the results were overwhelming. More than 120 women signed up. All of them cancer survivors or caretakers. That's for only a 20 person crew. So organizers have allowed women to walk in a work for a day, then found another for the next round. This crew loves every minute of their hard work. That's because they get almost as much out of it as the family who will soon live here. "We've got hope we live by hope and I believe as cancer survivors we have a chance to build hope not just receive it," says a teary eyed Bade. The women build team plans to have the home finished in the beginning of June, just in time to celebrate Survivor's day.

Habitat For Humanity Wall Raising January 24, 2007   Please accept this message as your special invitation to join Savannah's Habitat for Humanity and Lowe's for a Wall Raising Ceremony on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2007, at 10 a.m. at 2108 Paige Avenue in the Tremont Park neighborhood of Savannah. A crew of women volunteers and sponsors will raise a wall of a Savannah Habitat for Humanity house, marking the official beginning of a new construction project. The women are building the home with the Kennedy family as part of Habitat for Humanity's Women Build program. The theme for this Women Build is that of Celebrating Survivorship and will be staffed by female volunteers who are cancer survivors, caregivers and those whose lives have been impacted by cancer. The partners in this build will be Lowe's, the City of Savannah, Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial Health University Medical Center, LibLines, Inc., Georgia Insurance Information Services (GIIS), and the Institute of Business and Home Safety (IBHS). Please join us for a brief program and wall raising. For more information, call Virginia Brown, Executive Director, at 912-353-8122.

Pinkie goes Vogue March 28, 2006   Local News Web posted Tuesday, March 28, 2006 "Pinkie'' goes Vogue Anne Hart (912) 652-0374 anne.hart@savannahnow.com Ads of Savannah's Sarah Copeland, who dyed her hair pink to raise breast cancer awareness, are in the April issues of several Condé Nast publications. Savannah's "woman with pink hair,'' Sarah Copeland, has heard an array of nicknames since dying her hair five years ago to raise awareness for breast cancer. Now you can also call her a celebrity. Copeland is one of 25 Yoplait champions chosen nationally for their commitment to the breast cancer cause. Her picture and pink locks are featured in full-page ads in several national Condé Nast glossies, from Allure to Vogue, that are on the stands now. Copeland was chosen out of the 25 to be featured in the full-page ad; the other winners have their head shots pictured. The New York City shoot lasted six hours, including hair, make-up and wardrobe. No, she did not get to keep the silver-and-gray outfit she sports in the ad. Copeland's work for breast cancer awareness includes helping organize annual fund-raisers such as Bowling for Boobs, Chocoholic Frolic and Pink Hat Extravaganza. She also co-founded LibLines, a line of greeting cards that offer more meaningful, and sometimes more humorous, words than "Get Well Soon." One reads "Another test? I wish it was one you could study for.'' The inside message: "Better yet, I wish you could cheat.'' Copeland started LibLines in honor of her aunt, Libby Burns, who died of breast cancer in 2001 at age 48. Profits benefit breast cancer research. "She's helping in the battle against breast cancer in an inspiring and encouraging way,'' said David Witt, Yoplait spokesman. "It really shows that you can find a way to help. She sets a great example.'' Today, thanks to her eye-catching coif, ''Pinkie'' share's her aunt's story with strangers on a daily basis. Copeland has her hair dyed regularly at the Clip Club in Savannah. The color is called Red Rocket and, surprisingly, it's not custom-made. "It already existed,'' Copeland said. "There are other people out there with this color, believe it or not.'' Copeland spent last weekend in New York City, courtesy of Yoplait. The trip included staying at the posh W Hotel; meeting Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation founder Nancy Brinker; and making friends, and plans, with the other champions. When Copeland offered to take a photo of tourists in Times Square, they whispered "Are you someone famous?'' She explained about her hair. Turns out, the group had a loved one with the disease. "I would never had talked to them had it not been for my hair,'' Copeland said. "It's been such a great experience.'' Breast cancer awareness Yoplait's Save Lids to Save Lives campaign: From March 15 - May 15, you can purchase Yoplait yogurt cups with special pink lids. With every lid saved and mailed in through July 31, Yoplait will donate 10 cents to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, up to $1.5 million with a guaranteed minimum donation of $500,000. More LibLines: Sarah Copeland's cards are available online at www.liblines.org. For more information on breast cancer, visit www.cancer.org.

Yoplait Champion March 23, 2006   Sarah Copeland was honored on March 23 2006 as one of the 25 Yoplait Champions. Nancy Brinker founder of the Susan G. Komen foundation was the presenting speaker at the awards dinner.

Yoplait Champions March 23, 2006   TWENTY- FIVE CHAMPIONS HONORED FOR MAKING EXTRAORDINARY STRIDES IN THE FIGHT AGAINST BREAST CANCER Champions Honored in Conjunction with Yoplait’s Save Lids to Save Lives® Promotion New York, March 23, 2006 - Yoplait®, the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and SELF magazine today will honor the 2006 Yoplait Champions, 25 ordinary women and men doing extraordinary things in their local communities to help in the fight against breast cancer. For the second time, Yoplait conducted a nationwide search designed to highlight the “power of the individual” in the breast cancer cause. With the help of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and SELF, Yoplait has selected these individuals, whose inspirational and motivational stories exemplify what it means to be a champion. The announcement of the Yoplait Champions takes place in tandem with the company’s signature Save Lids to Save Lives promotion running from March 15 – May 15. “It’s an honor to recognize the Yoplait Champions for their dedication to the fight against breast cancer,” said Camille Gibson, Vice President of Yoplait. “These real-life heroes are truly inspiring and I am in awe of their courage and strength.” The Champions hail from 17 different states and have various ties to the cause including being breast cancer patients, survivors, advocates, as well as sons, daughters, mothers and nieces of those touched by the disease. Many of the Champions honored are involved in innovative breast cancer organizations and programs that reach out to the underserved African-American, Hispanic/Latina and Native American communities. Some focus their time solely on educating young women while others have used art to raise awareness about breast cancer. In conjunction with the Yoplait Champions announcement, Yoplait’s Save Lids to Save Lives promotion provides consumers a chance to be an everyday champion by helping in the fight against breast cancer. From March 15 - May 15, consumers can purchase Yoplait yogurt cups with special pink lids, and with every lid that is saved and mailed in through July 31, 2006, Yoplait will donate ten cents to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, up to $1.5 million with a guaranteed minimum donation of $500,000. - more - Yoplait Champions Honored/2 The 25 Yoplait Champions are: • Cookie Aftergut, Atlanta, GA • Sharon Basset, Zionsville, IN • Kathy Cawthon, Hampton, VA • Sarah Copeland, Savannah, GA • Faye Dietiker, Cyprus, CA • Shaney Jo Darden, Oceanside, CA • Mary Lynn Faunda Donovan, Greer, SC • Carmen Gonzalez, El Paso, TX • Tammy Greyshock, Charlotte, NC • Becky Haddad, Aurora, CO • Barbara Hensley, Wayzata, MN • Martha Kaley, Greensboro, NC • Denise O’Neill, Arnold, MD • Ethel Kessler, Bethesda, MD • Genne’ McDonald, Gainesville, FL • Debbie Mancini Wharff, West Des Moines, IA • Karen Parker-Chesson, Chesapeake, VA • Dorothy Slator Paterson, Houston, TX • Jana Peters, San Francisco, CA • Heather Pick, Hilliard, OH • Jeff Popkin, Needham, MA • Fran Robinson, La Plata (Farmington), NM • Nancy Ryan, Lee, NH • Christine Smith, Seattle, WA • Diane Youngblood, Bedford, TX The 25 Yoplait Champions were selected based on the following criteria: • Demonstrating a strong and sustained commitment to the breast cancer cause • Making personal sacrifices to further the cause • Taking a creative and/or innovative approach to furthering the goals of fighting breast cancer • Impacting others’ lives and/or the community • Creating change(s) in their communities To commemorate this honor, Yoplait will donate $1,000 to each Champion’s charity of choice focused on the breast cancer cause. In addition, the 25 Yoplait Champions will receive a glass trophy during a special ceremony held today at SELF magazine’s headquarters in the Condé Nast building in New York’s Times Square. From Ethel Kessler creating a breast cancer stamp for the United States Postal Service which has raised over $50 million in support of breast cancer research, to Tammy Greyshock running the Race for the Cure® every year since 1992 and Jeff Popkin creating the Ellie Fund’s Care for Caregiver’s program in memory of his mother who died of breast cancer, each Yoplait Champion embodies a true champion. For more information about the Yoplait Champions and Save Lids to Save Lives, visit www.yoplait.com. Yoplait commissioned the national search with the Komen Foundation and SELF magazine as integral partners during fall 2005. Between September 19 and October 31, 2005, Yoplait accepted nominations through its Web site, www.yoplait.com. - more - Yoplait Champions Honored/3 About Yoplait For more than 17 years, Yoplait has been committed to raising awareness of women’s issues, including breast cancer, heart health, osteoporosis prevention and fitness. With the attainment of this year's goals and the fulfillment of this year's commitment, Yoplait, its parent company General Mills and its Foundation have donated more than $14 million to the breast cancer cause over the past seven years. In addition to the Save Lids to Save Lives campaign, Yoplait is a member of the Komen Foundation’s Million-Dollar Council and is the National Series Presenting Sponsor of the Komen Race for the Cure®, the largest series of 5K run and fitness walks in the world. Visit www.yoplait.com to get involved in the Save Lids to Save Lives program. About the Komen Foundation The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation was established in 1982 by Nancy Brinker to honor the memory of her sister, Susan G. Komen, who died from breast cancer at the age of 36. Today, the Foundation is an international organization with a network of more than 75,000 volunteers working through local Affiliates and events like the Komen Race for the Cure® to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease. A global leader in the fight against breast cancer, the Foundation fulfills its mission through support of innovative breast cancer research grants, meritorious awards and educational, scientific and community outreach programs around the world. Together with its Affiliate Network, corporate partners and generous donors, the Komen Foundation has raised $750 million for the fight against breast cancer. For information about breast cancer and breast health, visit the Komen Foundation's award-winning Web site at www.komen.org or call the Foundation's National Toll-Free Breast Care Helpline at 1.800 I'M AWARE® (1.800.462.9273). About SELF Magazine SELF Magazine is the preeminent healthy lifestyle magazine for women. SELF debuted 26 years ago as the first-ever magazine of total well-being, incorporating health and beauty, fitness and nutrition, and happiness and personal style all in one package. SELF is the creator of the Pink Ribbon and has long been dedicated to the issues of women's health and breast cancer awareness. More than five million readers turn to SELF each month. SELF is published by the Condé Nast Publications.

Cards Deliver Hope November 20, 2005   Local Woman Fosters Healing Pam Howell- Correspondent WOODSTOCK— Inquisitive people are always stopping former Woodstock resident Sarah Schumacher Copeland in the mall, airport or on the street to ask about her bright, pink hair. Yes, pink hair. Which is precisely why she dyed it that color. It creates opportunities to talk about breast cancer. In May 2001, when Mrs. Copeland’s aunt, Libby Burns, was struggling with breast cancer, Mrs. Copeland entered the 60-mile walk for breast cancer in Boston. “I wanted to do something to show I was supporting Aunt Libby, other than wearing a T-shirt, so I decided to dye my hair pink,” she said, adding that pink is the color which represents breast cancer. “I also knew Aunt Libby, who had a great sense of humor, would think it was hysterical.” Aunt Libby did think the pink hair was great, as did numerous people throughout the walk for cancer. In fact, the response was so positive that Mrs. Copeland has been wearing the pink tresses ever since. “When people ask about my hair, I have an opportunity to share with them about my aunt and her brave battle with breast cancer or offer support to those who need it,” she said. In her current home state of Georgia, where people are familiar with the pink locks, they serve, for some, as a reminder to make an appointment for a mammogram or to call or send a card to a loved one battling cancer, Mrs. Copeland said. For others, they are a reminder that there is hope for a cure through research. Libby Burns was also the inspiration for the creation of a greeting card business run by Mrs. Copeland and her cousin, Amie Clancy of No. Attleboro, Mass. Members of the close-knit family wanted to show their love and support to Libby during her struggle, Mrs. Copeland said. “When you live far away from someone, it’s difficult to show support. You may hesitate to call and ask how they are doing for fear they may be repeating the answer for the fifth time that day. Cards often don’t express your feelings or you may not be able to express yourself with pen or spoken words,” she said. “The only thing worse than not knowing what to say is not saying anything at all,” added Mrs. Clancy. Libby Burns died June 3, 2001 at the age of 48. One year later Lib Lines cards were bringing messages of comfort and hope to breast cancer patients on the east coast. As stated on the company’s Web site, www.liblines.org., the mission statement of Lib Lines is “to encourage and facilitate open communication between breast cancer fighters and their families and friends through targeted greeting cards” Mrs. Copeland writes on the site: “Throughout Lib’s battle, we realized how difficult it was to put into words what we were feeling in our hearts. Phone calls were apt to be at inopportune moments. Greeting cards that merely spelled out ‘Get Well Soon’ or ‘Thinking of You’ failed to do justice to Lib’s struggle. Sometimes, it seemed easier not to call or ask how she was doing so as not to risk saying something inappropriate. Yet, how wrong would it be to say nothing?” The name “Lib Lines” was chosen in honor of Libby, and each card carries a fact about her on the back. Mrs. Copeland’s brother, Sam Schumacher Jr. of Washington, paints the water-color artwork seen on some of the cards. Much thought was also put into choosing the type of paper stock used to make the cards. For example, the paper has a texture to it so that the person holding it receives a sensory message in addition to the written message. “You may not be able to visit and hold their hand, but when the patient holds the card, it’s like holding the hand of the sender,” said Mrs. Copeland. “To us, these are more than just cards. They allow people to say words which they may not be able to say or even think of.” The cards are divided into three categories: “Life,” “Lifts” and “Loves,” which honor Libby’s three older surviving sisters. According to the company’s Web site, “Life” celebrates the wonder, joys, happiness and sorrows of life. “Lifts” are designed to lift someone’s day with messages of empowerment and courage, while “Loves” are more personal messages for close friends and family members. “The lessons our family learned through Lib’s battle were life-changing, even if they were lessons we didn’t want to ever have to learn,” said Mrs. Copeland. “Above all else, we have learned that love is the most powerful message, the most powerful treatment, and the most powerful force that each of us possesses to fight breast cancer. While it claimed the life of a caring, loving, passionate woman, breast cancer also strengthened a family’s bonds, renewed its commitments, and sparked a wonderful idea within a Godchild: to help make others’ fight a little easier. “This is what Lib would have done. This is what it’s all about.” All proceeds from the sale of the cards benefit cancer research, education and support groups. Cards are available in stores on the east coast, including Susan’s Secret Garden at 531 Main Street in Sturbridge and Shaw’s Inc. at 160 Main St. in Putnam. They are also offered through the Lib Lines Web site.

LibLines Donates $5,000 for Breast Cancer Research June 10, 2005   Media Advisory WHO: The Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial Health University Medical Center and LibLines, an organization dedicated to promoting communication about breast cancer through specially designed greeting cards. WHAT: Sara Copeland, the founder of LibLines, will donate a check for $5,000 to the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial Health University Medical Center for a research study on the attitudes of breast cancer patients. WHEN: 12:30 p.m., Friday, June 10, 2005 WHERE: The lobby of the Cancer Institute WHY: LibLines was started to honor Libby Burns, who died of breast cancer. She is the aunt of founder Sara Copeland, The company produces greeting cards designed specifically for women fighting breast cancer. LibLines is dedicated to helping women and their families understand the range of emotions experienced throughout the battle with breast cancer. To help further the efforts of LibLines, the company’s founder will donate $5,000 to the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial Health University Medical Center for a research study on the emotional effects of breast cancer. To arrange for media coverage, contact Michael Notrica at 350-6858.

LibLines Donates $1,000 to St. Anne's Hospital June 3, 2005   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT SARAH COPELAND LIBLINES DONATES $1,000 TO SAINT ANNE’S HOSPITAL LibLines Inc. has donated $1,000 to The FIRSTFED Center for Breast Care at Saint Anne’s Hospital in memory of the Libby Burns, the aunt of LibLines founders Sarah Copeland and Amie Clancy. The donation will be used to purchase new educational videos and to support the Center’s “Just For You” educational series. Saint Anne’s Hospital president, Michael W. Metzler accepted a $1,000 check from Amie Clancy, Vice President of LibLines Inc. on June 3, 2005. Clancy said, “Donating this money to Saint Anne’s Hospital was a wonderful opportunity to honor our Aunt, and make a difference in the local community. Knowing that this donation will help Saint Anne’s reach out to patients is just what Libby would have wanted.” The FIRSTFED Center for Breast Care of Saint Anne’s Hospital has provided residents in southeastern Massachusetts and nearby Rhode Island with the area's only hospital-based, comprehensive facility dedicated to breast health and education, and diagnostic, surgical, and treatment services for all breast disease. LibLines, Inc. aims to encourage and facilitate open communication between breast cancer fighters and their families and friends through targeted greeting cards. LibLines, Inc. was founded in honor of Clancy’s aunt, Libby Burns. For more information, visit LibLines, Inc.'s Web site at: www.liblines.org

LibLines Donates $5,000 May 10, 2005   LibLines, Inc. donates $5,000 to St. Joseph's/Candler Foundations for Breast Cancer Research, Education, and Awareness Liblines, Inc., has donated $5,000 to St. Joseph's/Candler Foundations to help fund breast cancer research, education and awareness. In May, St. Joseph's/Candler Foundations Director Aline Lasseter accepted a $5,000 check from Sarah Copeland, President of LibLines, Inc. The donation will go to the Ruth Starr Breast Cancer Research Fund for local breast cancer education and awareness. Dr. Don Starr established the Ruth Starr fund for his late mother. LibLines, Inc. aims to encourage and facilitate open communication between breast cancer fighters and their families and friends through targeted greeting cards. LibLines, Inc. was founded in honor of Copeland's aunt, Libby Burns. For more information, visit LibLines, Inc.'s Web site at: www.liblines.org. The St. Joseph's Foundation, established in 1990, and the Candler Foundation, established in 1983, provide philanthropic support to the hospitals to fund vital treatment programs, purchase life-saving equipment and expand programs. These funds also provide educational support to hospital staff, patients and patients' families. For more information, or to make a donation, call: (912) 819-8699. The freestanding 56,000-square foot Cancer Care & Research Pavilion at St. Joseph's/Candler is scheduled to open later this year. The new pavilion has drawn a cadre of highly trained cancer specialists, high impact technological screening and treatment, research and clinical trials, community outreach and education, and an outstanding array of services specific to cancer patients and their families. # # #

Kitty Bartholomew's Book Signing April 2, 2005   Kitty Bartholomew was in Savannah Georgia promoting her new book Decorating Styles on April 2, 2005 at Coastal Empire Exteriors. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of her books on April 2 will go to LibLines

WSAV Mammogram Segment June 3, 2004   Click Here to View Segment - 3.5 MB This file is in Real Player format.

Lifetime Television May 31, 2004   Sarah Copeland has been selected to take part in Lifetime Television's 20th anniversary celebration. A 15-second spot will air on May 31, 2004 between 6-7pm ( Eastern Time) hour. Sarah's story and photos will also be featured on Lifetimetv.com starting May 31. Click here to view Sarah's Lifetime TV Spot Choose May 31st at the bottom of Lifetime's website to find Sarah's TV spot.

Press April 14, 2004   Connect Savannah has published their 10th Anniversary issue. The Front page is composed of covers from the past ten years. Sarah Copeland, President of LibLines Inc is one of the featured articles "Why Does this woman have pink hair?"

LibLines Benefit a Tremendous Success February 12, 2004   On February 12th, 2004 LibLines hosted its first official fundraising event at Massetti's Italian Restaurant in historic Downtown Savannah, GA. The theme of the night was " Una Sera in Toscana"( An Evening in Tuscany), and a 6:30pm champagne reception kicked off the event with a full house in the room eagerly anticipating what Chef Susy Massetti and her team had in store for us. A 5- course traditional Tuscan meal with complimentary wines was also on the menu, and everything from the Filet Mignon, Tuna, and Vegetarian Carpaccio appetizers all the way through to the traditional Tuscan biscotto was superb. Everyone there enjoyed the fine wine, wonderful food, and festive atmosphere, as well as bidding on several silent auction items during the meal. Special thanks goes out to Susy Massetti and her amazing crew who did such a fantastic job, Joe Driggers and Ben Bennett from Cumulus Broadcasting for terrific publicity, and Empire Distributors for the fabulous wine selection. Plans are in the works to make this an annual Valentine's Weekend event here in the Coastal Empire and next year is sure to be a sell-out again. So remember to reserve your table early!