2011 Domestic Violence Awareness Month events

If you have an event planned for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and would like to see it listed here, please send event details, including date, time, location, name of organization organizing the event, name of organization receiving proceeds from the event (if applicable), and information on how to RSVP (if applicable) to Allison Smith at asmith@gcadv.org.

October 1^st

Albany - Haven of Hope Dog Walk, 10 a.m. at Riverfront Park (100 block of N. Front Street.) Part of the 2nd annual National Sheltering Animals and Families Together (SAF-T) Day. Registration Fee: $10, total contribution $25. Proceeds benefit Haven of Hope. To register or for more information, contact Kathia Collins at 229-291-4951.
Blairsville – 10^th Annual S.A.F.E. Poker Run. Registration begins at 10am at Meeks Park. $25 per bike; rider (passenger $15) Includes: T-shirt, one poker hand, food, and one raffle ticket. Extra hands and cards available for purchase. “Cornbread Tead and the Butterbeans” will play after the ride. Drawings, vendors, 50/50 raffle, food. Proceeds benefit S.A.F.E.
Dahlonega – Be Active, Be Healthy, Run/Walk/Paddle! Lake Zwerner Biathlon at the Dahlonega Reservoir. Registration begins 8:00 a.m., 5K run/walk begins 9:00 a.m. Optional canoe/kayak to follow. All proceeds benefit the NOA Domestic Violence Shelter and Programs. For more information visit http://sites.google.com/site/lakezwerner5k/ or contact Nicole at 706-864-1306, ext. 6 or lakezwerner5k@gmail.com.
Hiram – Cornerstone Community Challenge 5K Run/Walk and Health Fair, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, Poplar Square Shopping Center. Registration $20 on-site the day of the event beginning at 7:00 a.m. Hosted by Cornerstone Chiropractic. Proceeds benefit Shepherd’s Rest Ministries Women’s Shelter. Visit http://www.hiramchiropractic.com/images/2011_CCC_Registration_Form.pdf for additional details.
Rome – Viewing of the independent documentary film on the world of burlesque, “A Wink and a Smile,” 6:00 p.m. at WORTH clinic on Dean Ave. Sponsored by Hospitality House. Contact Amy Weaver at 706-235-4608 or hosphse@comcast.net with questions or to volunteer.

October 3^rd

Albany – Butterfly Release at Ray Charles Plaza, 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored by Liberty House of Albany. Call 229-439-7094 for more information.
Rome – Hospitality House staff will be the guests on “Talk of the Town, with Nelle Reagan,” broadcast on WRGA 1470 AM, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Contact Amy Weaver at 706-235-4608 or hosphse@comcast.net with questions.

October 4^th

Winder – 11^th Annual Candlelight Vigil & Art Exhibit, 6:00 p.m., Old Barrow County Courthouse

October 5^th

Albany – Lunch and Learn: “The Criminal Justice System: Serving Victims and Holding Batterers Accountable” at Darton College, Room# B-101, 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. Reservation required by October 3^rd. Cost $7.00. Sponsored by Liberty House of Albany. Call 229-439-7094 for more information and to RSVP.
Gainesville – Domestic Violence Breakfast and Briefing, 8:00 a.m. at Peach State Bank. Free and open to the public. Sponsored in part by Gateway House.
Toccoa – Roundtable discussion on Family Violence for the Faith Community, St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 995 East Tugalo St. 8:45 a.m. meet and greet, 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. program and discussion. RSVP by Sept. 28. Sponsored by the Mountain Judicial Circuit Family Violence Task Force. Contact Vicki de Martinez at 706-778-5151, ext. 29 or cohpr@windstream.net.

October 6^th

Hartwell – Celebrity Waiter Night at Fletcher’s Restaurant on Hwy. 29, 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Proceeds benefit Heart Haven.
Statesboro – “Dancing with the Statesboro Stars,” Emma Kelly Theater, Time TBA. Proceeds benefit Safe Haven. For more information, visit http://www.safehavenstatesboro.org/Dancing+with+the+Statesboro+Stars.aspx

October 7^th

Albany – “Pearls and Possibilities” Gala at Café 230. Tickets $25.00. Dinner, drinks (beer and wine), dancing, live music, live and silent auction. Proceeds benefit Liberty House of Albany. Call 229-439-7094 for more information and to RSVP.

October 8^th

Augusta - Cell Phone Recycling Drive, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Walmart Supercenter (3209 Deans Bridge Road Augusta, GA 30906.) Please bring your unwanted cell phones to the volunteer table and help our organization and victims of domestic violence. Sponsored by SafeHomes of Augusta.
McDonough – “Hollywood Nights” Fundraiser Dinner, Locust Grove Conference Center, Time TBA. Proceeds benefit Henry Haven House. For more information, visit http://www.henryhavenhouse.org/HH-Events.html#top.

October 10^th

Hartwell – Annual Candlelight Vigil at 6:00 pm at Faith Lutheran Church on Benson Street. Open to the public and free of charge. Sponsored by Heart Haven.

October 11^th

Atlanta – National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV)/Verizon Hopeline Journey of Hope Bus Tour, 10:30 a.m., Centennial Olympic Park, downtown Atlanta. For more information, visit http://news.vzw.com/news/2011/09/pr2011-09-27.html.
Columbus – 2nd Annual March at 5:45 p.m. March starts at Country’s on Broad and ending at Woodruff Park. Candlelight vigil to follow. Sponsored by Hope Harbour.

October 12th

Augusta - “Paint the Town Purple” - SafeHomes of Augusta invites the community to wear purple for the day in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. If your school, company, church, family or friends participate, please send SafeHomes’ your pictures to be posted on our Facebook page. Email your images to meghann@safehomesdv.org.

October 13^th

National Health Cares About Domestic Violence Day. For information, visit http://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/content/action_center/detail/1130.
Albany – Symposium: “Dating Violence & Social Networking” at Darton College, Room# B-101, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Sponsored by Liberty House of Albany. Call 229-439-7094 for more information and to RSVP.
Atlanta – Silent No More Candlelight Vigil, 6:00 p.m. at the Peachtree Presbyterian Church Lodge Café, 3417 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30305. Free and open to the public. Light refreshments served. Sponsored by Partnership Against Domestic Violence. For more information call 404-870-9615 or email laura@padv.org.
Homer – Lunch and Learn on domestic violence, Banks County Parks and Recreation Dept., 607 Thompson St.

October 14^th

Rome – 4th Annual “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event, 12:00 noon at Unity Point in downtown Rome. Registration 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon or pre-register by contacting Amy Weaver at 706-235-4608 or hosphse@comcast.net. Sponsored by Hospitality House.

October 15^th

Albany – Handprint project board display at Albany Mall, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored by Liberty House of Albany. Call 229-439-7094 for more information.
Dahlonega – NOA information booth at annual Gold Rush Festival, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Douglasville – Paws-an-Effect Dog Show, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Deer Lick Dog Park Area, 2171 Mack Road. Proceeds benefit S.H.A.R.E. House. For more information, visit http://www.sharehousedouglas.org/events.php.

October 16^th

Atlanta – “The Call to True Beauty” worship service, 10:45 a.m., Davage Auditorium on the Clark Atlanta University campus. The Rev. Dr. Christopher Bass will deliver a message of faith, hope and healing for victims and survivors of dating and domestic violence.

October 17^th

Atlanta – “The Call to True Beauty” Rally and Memorial Balloon Lift, 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m., Atlanta City Hall Plaza, 55 Trinity Plaza, SW. Non-perishable donations will be collected for Partnership Against Domestic Violence shelters.

October 18^th

Atlanta – “Reality Check: Faces of Dating and Domestic Violence,” 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Cole Auditorium on the Clark Atlanta University campus. Hear from a panel of dating and domestic violence survivors.
Hartwell – Zaxby’s in Hartwell will donate 10% of all sales between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to Heart Haven.
Riverdale – “The Gathering of Sisters” Candlelight Vigil, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., City of Riverdale Police Department, 6690 Church Street. Sponsored by Sisters Empowerment Network. For more information, visit http://www.sistersempowermentevents.org/
Rome – Annual Candlelight Vigil at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Daniel Hall, downtown Rome. Light refreshments at 6:30p.m. Program at 7:00 p.m. Contact Amy Weaver at 706-235-4608 or hosphse@comcast.netwith questions.

October 19^th

Albany – Attorney discussion: “Family Law as it Relates to Domestic Violence Victims” at Episcopal Church of St. John & Saint Mark, 2425 Cherry Laurel Lane, 12:00 noon to 1:30 p.m. Lunch provided. Reservation required by Oct 17^th.Sponsored by Liberty House of Albany. Call 229-439-7094 for more information and to RSVP.
Atlanta – “There Ought to Be a Law Against….” 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Cole Auditorium on the Clark Atlanta University campus. Fulton County District Attorney Paul L. Howard, Jr. will address legal issues surrounding dating and domestic violence, including: current data, victims’ options, legal procedures and victim services. Clark Atlanta University Police Chief Thomas Trawick, Det. Twyla Locklear and Paralegal Tresa Jennings will be on hand to facilitate the session and provide information on campus resources and services.
Macon – Two-day Annual Conference, “A Time To Mobilize Against Domestic Violence,” Macon State College, Learning Support Auditorium, 100 College Station Drive. Sponsored by the Central Georgia Council on Family Violence. For more information or to register, visit http://conta.cc/r4dLiH

October 20^th

Atlanta – “Unmask Your Beauty” Girl’s Night Out, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sponsored by The Swan Center for Plastic Surgery and benefitting Partnership Against Domestic Violence. Silent auction, raffle, cocktails, delicious food and a special ceremony to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The event is free, but reservations are required. Must be 21 or older. For more information or to register, visit http://www.swancenteratlanta.com/registration-form/
Atlanta– “The Dating Game: How Healthy is Your Relationship?” Information Fair, 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m., Henderson Center on the Clark Atlanta University campus. The “Dating Game” offers a fun, exciting way for campus and community members to educate themselves on what a healthy relationship is…and is not. In addition, Partnership Against Domestic Violence, Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and Clark Atlanta University Campus Police will offer practical tips on dating safety, healthy relationships and dating and domestic violence prevention.
Atlanta – Annual Dessert Night, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Atlantic Station. Proceeds benefit International Women’s House. For more information, call 770-413-5557.
Decatur – 20^thAnnual Candlelight Vigil, 7:00 p.m., Gazebo in Decatur Square, 101 East Court Square. This event honors those lost, celebrates those who have survived, and asks our community to renew their dedication to ending violence against women. Sponsored by Women’s Resource Center to End Domestic Violence. Visit event page on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=178453472213687.
Macon – Two-day Annual Conference, “A Time To Mobilize Against Domestic Violence,” Macon State College, Learning Support Auditorium, 100 College Station Drive. Sponsored by the Central Georgia Council on Family Violence. For more information or to register, visit http://conta.cc/r4dLiH
Moultrie – Annual Candlelight Vigil, Courthouse Annex, Commissioner’s Meeting Room, 7:00 p.m. Sponsored by Serenity House.
Savannah – “Safe Families and Domestic Violence” a luncheon for clergy and lay leaders, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Marriott Hotel. Cost is $25. Pre-registration is required. Sponsored by the Family Violence Council and Victim Witness Assistance Program. For more information, please call 912-652-7329.
Thomasville– 15th Annual Candle Light Vigil, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Parish Hall. Silent March at 6:30 p.m., Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Sponsored by Halcyon Home for Battered Women.

October 21^st

Atlanta – “The Call to True Beauty” 2011 Awards/Press Conference, 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m., Aspacio Atrium on the Clark Atlanta University campus. Clark Atlanta University, Atlanta City Council, Atlanta Police Department and a host of civic leaders will announce The 2011 Call to True Beauty Advocate and Survivor of the Year. Hosted by CBS Atlanta’s “Better Mornings Atlanta” Co-Host Tracye Hutchins.
Dalton – “Working Together: The Key to Ending Domestic Violence” (Fifth Annual Domestic Violence Conference), Gignilliat Memorial Hall, Dalton State College, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost is $35, including lunch (Cost is $45 after October 19 and does not include lunch.) Sponsored by the Conasauga Family Violence Alliance. For more information or to register, visit http://dvconferencedsc.eventbrite.com/
Stone Mountain - Annual Candlelight Vigil, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Redan High School, 5247 Redan Road. Sponsored by the Stone Mountain-Lithonia Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

October 22^nd

Albany – “Empty Seat at the Table,” Albany Mall, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sponsored by Liberty House of Albany. Call 229-439-7094 for more information and to RSVP.
Atlanta – 3rd Annual “Walk n’ Wag” Family Festival and Pet Parade, 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m., Lenox Park in Brookhaven (Atlanta.) Presented by UPS. Proceeds benefit Ahimsa House. For more information or to register your pet, visit http://www.ahimsahouse.org/ahimsa-house-walk-n-wag/ahimsa-house-walk-n-wag.
Cedartown – Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Month Breakfast. Sponsored by Polk County Women’s Shelter.
Conyers – Race Against Violence (RAV) Annual 5K Walk & Run and One Mile Fun-Run, Conyers First United Methodist Church ~ 921 North Main Street. Fun-Run at 8:00 a.m., 5K at 8:15 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Project ReNeWal Battered Women’s Shelter and the Rockdale County Taskforce Against Family Violence. For registration information, visit http://www.rockdaleaware.com/Forms/RAVappl2011.pdf.
Riverdale – “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” Men’s March. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Pre-March Rally at 9:00 a.m. March begins at 9:30 a.m. Prince Hall Grand Lodge, 7340 Old National Highway. Proceeds benefit hosted by Sisters Empowerment Network, Inc. For more information, visit http://www.sistersempowermentevents.org/.
Tybee Island – 1st Annual “Journey To Peace” 5k Domestic Violence Awareness Walk, Tybee Island. Proceeds benefit the Savannah Area Family Emergency Shelter. For more information and to register, visit http://www.safeshelter.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=ps1IP7IhcW8%3d&tabid=529.

October 23^rd

Rome – Hospitality House tabling event at the Skillet concert, The Forum in downtown Rome, 6:30 p.m. Contact Amy Weaver at 706-235-4608 or hosphse@comcast.net with questions.

October 24^th

Augusta - 2011 Violence Awareness Week Kickoff at Augusta State University, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Breezeway on ASU campus
Lavonia – Annual Candlelight Vigil, 6:00 p.m. at the Gazebo in downtown Lavonia. Open to the public and free of charge.

October 25^th

Augusta - Men Can Stop Rape training, 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Coffeehouse on Augusta State University campus. Proceeds benefit local rape crisis center.
LaGrange – 3^rd Annual Candlelight Vigil Domestic Violence Awareness Program, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., LaFayette Square. Sponsored by the Troup County Domestic Violence Task Force and Harmony House. Open to the public. For more information, call 706-882-4173.
Rome – Hospitality House Annual Meeting. 6:00pm, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Daniel Hall, downtown Rome. Refreshments will be served. Interested community members welcome. Contact Amy Weaver at 706-235-4608 or hosphse@comcast.net with questions.

October 26th

Augusta - Fundraiser for SafeHomes of Augusta, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, Augusta State University amphitheater. Special performances by the ASU drama department.
Augusta - Lunch & Learn, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Coffeehouse on the Augusta State University campus. Food will be provided.
Augusta - Panel discussion on domestic violence, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Coffeehouse on the Augusta State University campus.

October 27^th

Albany – “Shine the Light on Domestic Violence” Candlelight Vigil/Silent Witness Walk at Veteran’s Park Amphitheater, 7:00p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Line up for silent walk is at 6:45 p.m. in the parking lot of the Department of Family and Children Services office at 200 W. Oglethorpe Blvd. Sponsored by Liberty House of Albany. Call 229-439-7094 for more information and to RSVP.
Atlanta– The Office of Vice President Joe Biden presents a regional town hall on “Engaging Men in Stopping Violence Against Women,” 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Morehouse College Executive Conference Center, Bank of America Auditorium, 830 Westview Drive, S.W., Atlanta, GA 30314. Hosted by the U.S. Dept. of Education, the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, the Office on Women’s Health, Morehouse College, The Wright Group, and the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence. For more information or to register, click HERE.
Augusta - 5^th Annual Survivors’ Walk, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Augusta State University campus. Survivors of domestic violence will share their testimonies and the evening will conclude with a short, candlelight walk throughout the campus’ historic trail. Sponsored by SafeHomes of Augusta.
Augusta – Lunch & Learn on batterer intervention, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Coffeehouse on Augusta State University campus.
Marietta – Annual Candlelight Vigil, Glover Park (Historic Marietta Square), 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by the YWCA of Northwest Georgia.

October 29^th

Atlanta – “Removing the Mask” Domestic Violence Awareness Masquerade & Silent Auction, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., The Defoor Center, 1710 Defoor Avenue, NW, Atlanta (just off I-75 North.) Food, fun, live music, entertainment, and awareness raising. Hosted by Mind Body Spirit Wellness, Inc. Proceeds benefit the Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit http://www.removingthemask.org/.
Dahlonega – “It’s a Chili Halloween,” NOA’s 6th Annual Chili Cook-off, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Hancock Park. Cook’s Fee $25, Admission $10, Children under ten Free. Includes tasting, cornbread, drink, and dessert. Beer available for purchase at event. Rain or Shine. Tickets available in advance or at the gate. Proceeds benefit NOA. For further information or for tickets, contact Nicole at 706-864-1306, ext. 6.
Rome – Yoga Challenge, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Springstone Yoga, 405 ½ Broad St. in downtown, Rome. Proceeds benefit Hospitality House. Contact Amy Weaver at 706-235-4608 or hosphse@comcast.net with questions.

October 30^th

Atlanta – “Challenge to Change” Brunch, 12:30pm, Location TBA. Accomplished actress, singer, and dancer Jasmine Guy will be recognized at the event. Proceeds benefit Chayil, Inc. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://chayilinc.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=99&Itemid=157.

November 4th

Stockbridge- 2nd Annual HerStory: A Celebration of Survivors, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Merle Manders Conference Center, 111 Davis Road. Event will include guest speakers, roundtable discussions, and group activities focused around domestic violence and breast cancer survivors. There will also be a special dramatic presentation, “Nothing to Sing About,” about domestic violence in the church, featuring Ronald Williams as Pastor and Francine Johnson as Chrissy. Lunch will be provided. Portions of proceeds will be donated to Sisters Empowerment Network, Inc. and AID Atlanta. To register, visit http://www.healingthehurt2010.com/.