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| A Special Message from the Executive Director |
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 On March 2, 2010, President Obama released a Presidential Proclamation in honor of Women's History Month. He spoke of the women that appear within the pages of United States History books - from the suffragettes, to Sylvia Mendez who catalyzed the desegregation of schools, to Caroline Moore who at the young age of 14 contributed to advances in astronomy by discovering a supernova.
As I reflect upon the breakthroughs that these women have made, I am also reminded that it is important to recognize those women who may not be discussed in a grade school history class.
Take a moment to focus on the women that you know in your everyday life. We often look to our history books for inspiration, for there are many fine examples within the pages, but there are many women we come across everyday that have overcome obstacles, taken care of their families under great duress, and changed our personal histories forever.
President Obama stated, "When women like these reach their potential, our country as a whole prospers. That is the duty of our Government - not to guarentee success, but to ensure all Americans can achieve it." A Woman's Place (AWP) envisions a society in which all individuals are safe in their intimate and familial relationships and have the space to thrive and develop to thier full potential.
I ask you to not only recognize the famous women we have learned about over the years during Women's History Month, but also pay tribute to those unsung heroines with whom you are personally familiar. Take time to thank them for the positive changes they have made in your life. AWP offers the option of making a gift in honor of an individual directly online. By clicking here to make a small gift in honor of your personal heroine, you can help AWP continue to do the work that will someday ensure that every individual is able to develop to their full potential without obstacles.
It is important to remeber that it is not necessary to be famous to make a difference. I would like to personally thank all of the women who are making history right now, whether or not it may be recorded in the history books of our future.
Gratefully yours,
Donna J. Byrne |
| 15th annual Chocolate Lovers' Fantasy |
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 A Decadent Event
On February 13th, amid the various snowstorms of the week, A Woman's Place (AWP) and more than 200 members of the community gathered together to "Eat Dessert First" and celebrate the 15th anniversary Chocolate Lovers' Fantasy.
The event was held, once again, at the majestic Tyler Hall on the campus of Bucks County Community College in Newtown. Attendees were served delicious hors d'oeuvres made by Memorable Affairs, sipped on beer and wine, and indulged in a dessert spread that measured more than 55 feet in length made of chocolate confections donated by more than 40 bakeries and individuals throughout the county.
Click here to read the full article. |
| Thank You! to our 15th annual Chocolate Sponsors |
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Titanium Chocolatier
Kevin & Sima Zlock
The Glenmede Trust Company, N.A.
Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP
Longacre Family Charitable Fund
St. Mary Medical Center
Gold Chocolatier
First Savings Bank of Perkasie
Karen Frei
Silver Chocolatier
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Bucks County Women's Journal
Lisa P. Compton
First Federal of Bucks County
Waste Management
Bronze Chocolatier
Doylestown United Methodist Church
Leadership Team of A Woman's Place
Fantasy Auction Sponsor
The Board of Directors of A Woman's Place
Fantasy Chocolate Fountain Sponsor
The Board of Directors and Leadership Team of A Woman's Place
Begley, Carlin & Mandio, LLP
Broadspire
Curtin & Heefner, LLP
Jones Apparel Group
Magellan Health Services
Kristin Ortlieb-Potts and Chris Potts
Specialty Risk Services |
| Say Yes to the Dress: Prom Edition |
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 A Woman's Place and Salon Zen of Warrington will host Say Yes to the Dress: Prom Edition at Salon Zen on Sunday, March 14, 2010 from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. This event is a fun afternoon of shopping, beauty, and hors d'oeuvres. Choose from AWP's great selection of nearly new prom dresses, shoes, accessories. Once you've picked out your dress, meet with a professional stylist from the salon for a consultation on hair and makeup to make the outfit complete!
All proceeds from dress and accessory sales will go directly into funding Teen Dating Violence prevention and education. This prevention and education is essential for young adults as statistics show that 1 out of every 4 teens, both boys and girls, will experience dating violence before they graduate high school.
We are also accepting donations of formal dresses, shoes, and accessories before, during, and after the event.
Salon Zen is located at 1214 Easton Rd. Suite 200 in Warrington, Pa. For more information or to pre-register for the event, call 215.343.9241 x 108 or email. |
| Get Involved |
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A Woman's Place will offer the following trainings in April 2010:
Teen Training
This introductory six hour training is open for all teen volunteers ages 14-17. Once finished with the training teens have a variety of different options for volunteering which include working with children in the shelter, helping around the administrative office, volunteering at Full Circle Thrift or assisting with education and training or special events. Click here for Teen training dates in April. CORE TrainingThis introductory training for all volunteers (ages 18+) focuses on A Woman's Place projects and programs and domestic violence issues, with a special focus on Bucks County and preparing participants to successfully communicate about AWP and domestic violence in their lives and the community. All volunteers must complete this six hour training. Click here for CORE training dates in April.
Direct Service Training
This training emphasizes in-depth discussion of domestic abuse and violence issues as well as skill building to prepare volunteers to take active roles in the organization and work directly victims of domestic abuse and violence and thier children. This 42 hour training in addition to six hours of practicum must be completed before a volunteer can do any work directly with clients. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and have completed the CORE Training to participate in Direct Service Training. Click here for Direct Service training dates in April. |
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Volunteer Appreciation Night  Where: Full Circle Thrift
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