Martin Luther King Day of Service |
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Date: Monday, January 15, 2007 Click here for the pictures from this event...
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| Call for Readers - “The Vagina Monologues.” | |||||||||
When: Thursday, February 1, 2007 The V-Day Philadelphia Host Committee is looking for talented readers to be part of the presentation of Eve Ensler’s award-winning play “The Vagina Monologues.” Auditions will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at Lutheran Settlement House, located at 1340 Frankford Ave, from 6pm to 8pm. Rehearsals will be held at Lutheran Settlement House on Feb 7, 21, and 28, 2007 from 6pm to 8pm. The dress rehearsal will be held on March 7th at Taller Puertorriqueño, located at 2557 North 5th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19133 The play will be presented on International Women’s Day (Thursday, March 8, 2007) at Taller Puertorriqueño at 7pm, as part of the V-Day Worldwide Campaign, raising funds for Lutheran Settlement House. V-Day Philadelphia en el Barrio 2007 is sponsored by Lutheran Settlement House and Taller Puertorriqueño National V-Day Sponsors:
For more information, please call Suzette Belz at 215-426-8610 x 208 or sbelz(AT)lutheransettlement.org
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| Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Week February 5-9 2007 |
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For students who had ever dated, 36.4% of the girls and 37.1% of the boys reported they had experienced physical violence in the dating relationship.80% of teens regard verbal abuse in relationships as a “serious issue” for their age group.Over forty percent of abusive incidents occurred in a school building or on school grounds. In order to recognize and address the problem of dating violence among our youth, the United States Senate has declared February 5-9 2007 as National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Week.
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| Trading Graces is now live on eBay! | |||||||||
Going once…going twice…sold! is the scenario unfolding as Trading Graces Online Auction runs now through 3/22/07. Visit Trading graces and support Lutheran Settlement House and other Lutheran health and human services organization by bidding and buying! |
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| **V I S I O N S O F C H O C O L A T E** | |||||||||
The sisters of Sigma Psi Zeta Sorority hosted its first annual **V I S I O N S O F C H O C O L A T E** Dessert Reception, Raising funds for Lutheran Settlement House $5 presale, $6 at the door All proceeds benefit the Lutheran Settlement House, Sigma Psi Zeta's adopted domestic violence shelter.
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| April |
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| Coffee House at Christ Ascension, Raising Funds for Lutheran Settlement House | |||||||||
When: Friday, April 27th This event is sponsored by LSH, Grace Lutheran Wyndmoor, Trinity Germantown, and Christ Ascension.
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| May | |||||||||
| 3rd Annual Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration Awards Dinner and Ceremony | |||||||||
Click here to see pictures from this event WHEN: Wednesday, May 16, 2007 2007 AWARD RECIPIENTS Jane Addams Award- Councilwoman At-Large Blondell Reynols Brown Spirit Award- Nora Dowd, Secretary of Aging, Pennsylvania Inspiration Award- Minnie Moore Johnson, Executive Director, Concerned Parents, Inc Courage Award- Erica Santiago Purple Ribbon Award- Irene Lindsay Brantley, Program Director, Women in Transition Outstanding Returning Student Award- Gladys Gutierrez Excellence in Adult Literacy Award- Lequyen Vu, Program Director, Indochinese American Council Dignity Award- Lorraine Hill, Volunteer, Druedging Center/Project Rainbow Impact Award- Rev. Bonnie Camarda, Director of Church Partnerships and Program Development Specialist for the Greater Philadelphia area, Salvation Army
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| The Right Steps to Give Colon Cancer The Boot | |||||||||
When: May 7th Did you know? Learn all this and more. |
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| Shop for Mother’s Day at Ten Thousand Villages in support of Lutheran Settlement House | |||||||||
When: Thursday, May 10, 2007 Ten Thousand Villages, located in Chestnut Hill, will host a Mother’s Day shopping night for Lutheran Settlement House. For every purchase you make, Ten Thousand Villages will donate 15% of the proceeds to Lutheran Settlement House. For more information on Ten Thousand Villages, call 215-242-3040. |
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| Join us for a night of theatre, raising funds for LSH’s Jane Addams Place | |||||||||
When: Sunday, May 20 2007 Acclaimed director, Michael LeLand celebrates Langston Hughes with the world premiere of Langston Hughes: An American Celebration. This play celebrates the life and work of one of the great writers of the Harlem Renaissance. Infused with music from Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Irving Berlin, Harold Arlen and Kurt Weil, Langston Hughes: An American Celebration brings to life Langston Hughes’ poetic and autobiographical writings for families to enjoy. Ticket prices are $20 for adults and $10 for youth 12 and under. 50% of the proceeds will be donated to support Lutheran Settlement House women and children’s shelter the “Jane Addams Place” Located in West Philadelphia. Tickets can be purchased online at www.clefclubofjazz.com, by phone at (215) 893-9912 or by visiting the Clef Club’s box office Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 4 PM. Presented by Theatre Double Repertory Company in association with The Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz & Performing Arts, Inc.
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| Lutheran Charities Bike-A-Thon | |||||||||
When: Saturday, June 23rd 2007 Ride for a good cause on June 23rd, 2007 -- to raise support for Lutheran Charities, the social service agencies of the Southeastern PA Synod. The Steeplechase Bike Ride features courses from 18 to 100 miles on roads through Montgomery county starting at St. John Lutheran Church in Center Square. We also offer a Fun Ride of 10 to 20 miles on the bike path starting at Betzwood Picnic area of Valley Forge National Historical Park. Registration begins at 7am for the longer-distance rides. Register from 7:30 to 9:00 am for the Fun Ride. Lutheran Charities encompasses eight organizations in Southeastern Pennsylvania. They are: Lutheran Settlement House, KenCrest Centers, Artman Lutheran Home, Lutheran Children & Family Service, Manatawny Manor, The Mary J. Drexel Home, Paul's Run Retirement Community, Silver Springs - Martin Luther School For More Information or to register, please visit Lutheran Charities website: Click here |
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| Help empower victims of abuse | |||||||||
Help empower victims of abuse and put an end to domestic violence. Make a difference -- Become a volunteer for the Bilingual Domestic Violence Program! We are looking for volunteers who are bilingual and/or are able to volunteer during daytime hours. Please contact Susanna Gilbertson at (215) 426-8610 x240 or sgilbertson@lutheransettlement.org by May 1, 2007 to apply for our next volunteer training to be held in June 2007.
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| July | |||||||||
| Working with Domestic Violence Survivors: A Training for Professionals | |||||||||
When: Friday, July 13th, 2007 R.S.V.P by July 6th, 2007! Cost $45 (Lunch is included)
Lutheran Settlement House invites you to a one day training to increase your knowledge and skills! This training will focus on introducing participants to the dynamics of domestic violence, the impact of domestic violence on victims and their children, barriers to safety for victims, and an introduction to effective intervention strategies. Participants will learn about empowerment counseling, stages of change, and safety planning. The training will include the use of role plays and interactive exercises to teach effective skills. For more information, call Ramona Peralta at 215-426-8610 x 236 or rperalta@lutheransettlement.org
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| Mission Trip from Longwood, Florida to Philadelphia | |||||||||
The Solid Rock Youth Team from St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church came to volunteer at LSH July 16 - July 18 A group of energetic and hardworking group of youth and adults spent three days at LSH helping us beautify our garden, serving lunch to our seniors, cleaning and painting our newly re-opened shelter for women and children, and to helping us set up our donation and storage room. We really appreciated their help. This group truly made a difference!
Volunteers Feedback... Yes, it s very fun place to work at!” Chris Seem |
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| 2006-2007 Graduation and Awards Ceremony | |||||||||
Date: July 26, 2007 Congratulations Class of 2006-2007!
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| August | |||||||||
| Bridging the Gaps Students Hosted a LUAU Party for the Seniors | |||||||||
Friday, August 3rd The volunteers coordinated a Luau party for the seniors to say goodbye to them and to Lutheran Settlement House. We are looking forward to hosting another wonderful group of volunteers from Bridging the Gaps next year! Thank you for offering a wonderful time to the seniors! |
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| Free Fans for LSH’S Seniors and Community Members | |||||||||
August 09 2007 |
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| LSH receives 200 Backpacks from Office Depot | |||||||||
August 10 2007 Lutheran Settlement House will be distributing the backpacks to its clients and children in need. Picture to come soon...
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| WORKING WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS: A TRAINNING FOR PROFESSIONALS | |||||||||
When: Tuesday, September 18th, 2007 R.S.V.P by September 11, 2007! Lutheran Settlement House invites you to a one day training to increase your knowledge and skills! This training will focus on introducing participants to the dynamics of domestic violence, the impact of domestic violence on victims and their children, barriers to safety for victims, and an introduction to effective intervention strategies. Participants will learn about empowerment counseling, stages of change, and safety planning. The training will include the use of role plays and interactive exercises to teach effective skills. For more information, call Ramona Peralta at 215-426-8610 x 236 or rperalta@lutheransettlement.org
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| October | |||||||||
| Matthew Izzo Fashion Show to Support Lutheran Settlement House’s Purple Ribbon Campaign | |||||||||
Click here to see pictures from this event... When: Thursday, October 4th 2007 The Matthew Izzo Fashion Show, sponsored by Chestnut Hill Village Apartments, and 3000 B.C. Spa, and featuring WPVI-TV/6ABC Action News medical reporter Anita Brikman as Mistress of Ceremonies, will kick off Lutheran Settlement House’s Purple Ribbon Campaign in Chestnut Hill. This evening will have music, hors d'oeuvres, cocktails from 6:30 from 7:30 p.m. and then a fashion show from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. 3000BC Spa is hosting a VIP invitation-only, After Party. Tickets may be obtained through LSH for a donation of $50. Please contact Suzette Belz at 215-426-8610 x 208. Matthew Izzo is one of the leading suppliers of Acne and Nudie Jeans. Labels like Nudie Jeans and Filippa K are just a portion of the 77 lines Izzo houses and brands as being dynamic fashions. The fashion show is part of a month-long community service program co-sponsored by Lutheran Settlement House, The Chestnut Hill Business Association and the Chestnut Hill Community Association.
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| Listen Up! Young Artists Have Something To Say About Domestic Violence | |||||||||
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When: Tuesday, October 9 For three consecutive years, LSH has partnered with the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program (PMAP) to gather entries for the contest. Students between the ages of 10 and 18 from Big Picture, a year-long mural-training opportunity provided by the PMAP, were invited to express their feelings and opinions about violence in the home through LSH’s annual art contest. Over the past ten years, some of the Listen Up! participants have chosen positive messages or scenes to portray how society may combat domestic violence. Others have chosen to depict what violence might feel or look like. The winning pieces will be displayed and celebrated at a reception and ceremony on October 9, 2007 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m at the ArtJaz Gallery at 51 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. LSH will also be honoring State Representative Dwight Evans with the Community Champion Award for his tireless efforts on behalf of Philadelphia, and Chair of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts Diane Dalto Woosman with the Leadership in the Arts Award for her outstanding contributions to arts and culture in Philadelphia For advertising opportunities, contact Suzette at 215-426-8610
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| Lutheran Settlement House (LSH) Takes a 2 Mile Walk Against Domestic Violence in Chestnut Hill | |||||||||
When: Saturday, October 13 2007 Following a 10:00 am press conference, Lutheran Settlement House, The Chestnut Hill Business Association and the Chestnut Hill Community Association will host their first annual “2 Mile Walk Against Domestic Violence” to raise funds and awareness for Lutheran Settlement House as part of LSH’s annual Purple Ribbon Campaign. The press conference will be held at the Fountain Plaza, located at 8705 Germantown Avenue. The event will be supported by CBS 3 anchor Larry Mendte, Fox 29 anchor Dawn Stensland and NBC 10 anchor Dawn Timmeney. Participants are encouraged to wear purple to show their support for victims and survivors of domestic violence. The walk is free but donations are encouraged. To register or to reserve a T-Shirt, please call Suzette Belz at 215-426-8610 x 208 or sbelz@lutheransettlement.org. Participating business such as O’Doodles, Ten Thousand Villages, and Jahaya’s Organic Skin Care will donate 10% of that day’s sales to Lutheran Settlement House’s Bilingual Domestic Violence Program. In addition Chestnut Hill Village Apartments will waive the Application Fee to anyone signing up for an apartment on that day, and will give Lutheran Settlement House $100.00 for each lease gained on that weekend (October 13th and 14th) The walk is sponsored by:
For more information, please visit www.lutheransettlement.org or www.chestnuthillpa.com HOW YOU CAN HELP |
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| KIDS DAY IN CHESTNUT HILL TO BENEFIT THE LUTHERAN SETTLEMENT HOUSE’S PURPLE RIBBON CAMPAIGN | |||||||||
On Saturday, October 20th from 11am to 3pm, Chestnut Hill will sponsor a Kids Day to raise awareness of The Lutheran Settlement House For more information about Chestnut Hill, visit www.chestnuthillpa.com or call 215-247-6696 |
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Domestic Violence & Health Care: |
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Day/Time: Thursday, October 25th, 2007 from 9am to 4pm 6 Social Work CEUs are available for this training This training will focus on expanding participants’ understanding of domestic violence, its impact on victims and their children, and effective intervention strategies in the context of the medical setting. Participants will learn about the key components of empowerment counseling, stages of change, and safety planning. The training will include the use of role plays and interactive exercises tailored to address issues faced by social workers in health care settings. By the end of the training, participants will be able to: Describe the dynamics of an abusive relationship. Please note: Space is limited and only those who have pre-registered will be admitted. For more information or to register, please call Ramona Peralta at 215-426-8610 x 236 or email rperalta@lutheransettlement.org
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FEED YOUR BODY-HEAL A HEART |
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When: Monday, October 29th through Sunday, November 4th. As part of its Helping Hands Fundraising program, the Trolley Car Diner will donate 10% of the revenue to Lutheran Settlement House for the entire week. This is a fun and easy way for you to show your support for victims of domestic violence and their children. Bring your friends and family for a delicious meal at Trolley Car Diner and help stop domestic violence. PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU NEED TO BRING WITH YOU THE COUPON IN ORDER FOR US TO GET THE 10%!
For more information, or to obtain a coupon, call Suzette Belz at 215-426-8610 x 208.
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