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Seeds of Hope
News from New Hope, Inc.

  January 2010
In This Issue
Happy New Year!
A Moonlit Beer, Wine and Food Tasting
"Beauty and the Beast" Tickets!
Boston Bruins Raffle Winner
Save the Date!
You should know...



Teen Dating Violence

Approximately 1 in 5 female high school students report being physically and/or sexually abused by a dating partner.
(Journal of the American Medical Assocation).

In one Survey, over 40 percent of male and female high school students said they had been victimes of dating violence at least once.
(National Center for Victims of Crime)


Talk to your teen today about healthy relationships.

If you or someone you know could benefit from New Hope's services, or for more information about our services, please call our hotline:
1-800-323-4673

Our Supporters

A BIG thank you to our community partners, especially:

Greater Worcester Community Foundation:
The Greater Worcester Community Foundation graciously donated $15,000 to help support the MJ Leadenham Center's Supervised Visitation program and RESPECT - our batterer intervention program.

St. Paul's Episcopal Church:
St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Dedham made a generous monetary donation to support the services provided by New Hope.

MOMS Club of Sturbridge:
The MOMS Club in Sturbridge made a kind donation to support survivors in their community.

Mason Road Elementary School:

Friends at the Mason Road Elementary School in Dudley made a generous contribution to support New Hope's services.

HUGS Sharon:

Thanks to our generous supporters in HUGS Sharon for your thoughtful monetary donation and your continued support of New Hope's programs and services!

Norfolk Pomona Grange #27:
Thanks to our friends in the Norfolk Pomona Grange #27 for your generous donation.

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Greetings from New Hope!

Mission: Working to strengthen individuals and families by ending domestic and sexual violence.
Happy New Year from New Hope
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The Board of Directors and Staff of New Hope would like to wish each of you a very happy New Year!

May this year bring you joy in place of sorrow, health in place of illness, and safety in place of fear.
A Moonlit Beer, Wine and Food TastingWine Tasting.1

Saturday, January 30th
7:00 PM
Briggs Nursery's Greenhouse
295 Kelley Blvd, North Attleboro

Join us for sumptuous hors d'oeuvres and fine beers and wines from local, regional and international distributors!


Take a chance at winning a variety of raffle and auction items including gift certificates to local restaurants, spas and stores as well as artwork by local celebrities and a baseball autographed by Red Sox star closing pitcher Jonathan Papelbon.

Tickets to attend are $35.00 and may be purchased online*, or by sending in a check made payable to New Hope, Inc. with "Wine Tasting Tickets" in the memo line.

*Directions to make an online ticket purchase are on New Hope's, Donate page - please write "Wine Tasting Tickets" in the "Donation Instructions" pull-down menu when instructed to do so.

Please feel free to email us or call with any questions or for further information about this spectacular event!

Join New Hope at "Beauty and the Beast"

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Support New Hope while experiencing Disney's smash hit, Beauty and the Beast, at the Hanover Theatre in Worcester on Saturday, May 1st, 2010 at 2pm!

New Hope has a limited number of tickets to this family favorite Broadway musical based on Disney's Academy Award-winning, animated feature film. By purchasing tickets through New Hope, a portion of the proceeds will help support New Hope's programs.

Tickets are on sale now! We have great seats in Middle Orchestra Section Left and Right (see photo below with view from the Left).

Tickets are $75.00. First come, first serve - date of purchase determines seat location. Don't miss out!

Tickets may be purchased via cash, check (made out to New Hope, Inc. with "Beauty and the Beast" in the memo line) or online via our website (type "Beauty and the Beast" tickets in the "Donation Instructions" tab when instructed to do so).

For more information, please email us or call 508-226-4015.

Hanover Theater
Boston Bruins Raffle Winner!

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Congratulations Colleen Turcotte!

Colleen won an 8'x10' photo autographed by hockey legend Ray Bourque, a hockey puck autographed by goalie of the year Tim Thomas and a mini-helmet autographed by up-and-coming Bruins star Milan Lucic!

Thanks to everyone who submitted an entry form to play! Keep your eyes open for more fun opportunities like these!

Do you sell items on Ebay?

Did you know you can sell your items and benefit New Hope at the same time?

By selecting New Hope as a beneficiary, you can help contribute to New Hope's services without having to spend a dime! Contact us to learn more!

Save the Date!

Here's a list of upcoming New Hope Happenings! Please feel free to email us with any inquiries!


January
Saturday, January 30th, 7:00 PM - A Moonlit Beer, Wine and Food Tasting: Join us for this elegant evening. Briggs Nursery, North Attleboro, MA.  Tickets are $35. For more information on becoming a sponsor, making and auction donation or about attending this event, please email our Development Office.

February
Monday, February 8th, 5:30-7:30 PM - Dating & Violence Should Never be a Couple:Teens from the Taunton area will perform skits on the issue of teen dating violence for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Week. New Hope will be present and will be presenting the Clothesline Project. Silver City Teen Center, Taunton, MA. Contact us for more information.

April
Saturday, April 24th, 7:00 PM - Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Tasting:Join New Hope and friends at the elegant and historic Asa Waters Mansion in Millbury for a Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tasting. String Chamber music provided by musicians of The Claflin Hill Symphony Orchestra. Interested in sponsoring this event or wish to donate an auction or raffle item, please contact our Development Office.

Hotline: 1-800-323-HOPE(4673)

 
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