October 1, 2009
6:30 p.m.
UNC-Charlotte
Take Back The Night
Take Back the Night is an international rally and march that is organized in local communities with the purpose of unifying women, men, and children in an awareness of violence against women, children and families.
UNC Charlotte - Belk Tower
9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28223
Contact Lorraine D. Acker at (704) 687-2541 or ldacker@uncc.edu
October 2, 2009
7:00 p.m.
Beards BeCAUSE - Clean Shaven Party
Beards BeCause is a unique, fun, and successful fundraiser while raising awareness about the issue of domestic violence and making a positive impact and contribution to United Family Services Shelter For Battered Women.
Dilworth Neighborhood Grille
911 East Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28204
$5 donation at the door.
Go to www.BeardsBeCAUSE.com to learn more and register!
October 6, 2009
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Domestic Violence Lunch & Learn: Economic Impact of DV on Victims
Economic abuse is not discussed as frequently because it often takes a back seat to physical, verbal or sexual abuse; however, economic abuse can be just as devastating as other types of abuse.
PRESENTER: Kelly Forney, Co-Director of DV Services for United Family Services
St. Peter's Catholic Church
507 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Education Center
FREE
Bring your lunch
Call 704-432-1568 for more information
October 17, 2009
8 p.m. to 12 midnight
Fashion, Music, Poetry, & Art: "We Stand 4 The Youth Art-Tainment"
A Charity Fundraising Event for Domestic Violence
LIVE Music featuring: Tarik Cranke & The VKC Band, Sista Six, BeStrong and more. Presented by JazzUndaground & The W.E. Foundation
The Art House in NODA
3103 Cullman Ave., Charlotte, NC 28206
$10 now - $15 at the door.
Proceeds go to local domestic violence agencies and programs. Call 704-713-0765 for tickets.
Contact jazzundaground@gmail.com for details
October 19, 2009
5:30 PM
5th Annual Candlelight Vigil & Memorial
honoring statewide DV-related homicide victims this past year
Presented by the DVAC Interfaith Subcommittee
Little Rock AME Zion Church
401 N. McDowell St., Charlotte, NC 28204
FREE
Call 704-432-1568 for more information
October 25, 200910:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Domestic Violence is a Men's IssueJoin other men (and women) step up to take a pledge turning the tide against violence of women and girls.
Panther's Lair at Mint & MoreheadGet pumped up for the Carolina Panthers vs. Buffalo Bills game by entering the Panthers Lair, located near the South Gate and East Gate on the corner of Mint Street and Morehead Street. The Panthers Lair is a pregame festivities area that is free and opens two hours prior to kickoff. Enjoy face painting, interactive games, and sponsor giveaways and win great prizes, including tickets to Panthers home games! Be sure to get autographs from the TopCats and have your picture made with Sir Purr.
Call (704) 432-1568 for more information
October 27, 2009
Registration 8:00 a.m.
Conference 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
What Is Your Company's Domestic Violence IQ?
Presented by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Women's Summit
Keynote speakers include Nancy Glass, PhD, MPH, RN and Johnny Lee, Author "Domestic Violence in the Workplace."
Hilton Charlotte City Center222 East Third St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Click Here To Register Early registration (before 10/16) $75.00
Late registration (after 10/16) $100.00
Go to
www.WomensSummit.UNCC.edu for more details.
November 6, 2009
7:00 p.m.
Beards BeCAUSE – 5 O'Clock Shadow Party
Beards BeCause is a unique, fun, and successful fundraiser while raising awareness about the issue of domestic violence and making a positive impact and contribution to
United Family Services Shelter For Battered Women.
Dilworth Neighborhood Grille911 East Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28204
$5 donation at the door.
Go to
www.BeardsBeCAUSE.com to learn more and register!
November 14, 2009
2:00 p.m.
Change is Gonna Come - Screening & Community dialogue
This event will screen a play performed at the Lincoln Theater in Washington, DC written by Vickie Evans capturing domestic violence in the church. An open community dialogue will follow.
Location TBD
Call (704) 432-1568 for more information
