SASS News
Vagina Monologues
February 18, 19, 20, 2010
An episodic play written by Eve Ensler performed at UNH. A recurring theme throughout the piece is the vagina as a tool of female empowerment, and the ultimate embodiment of individuality. Ensler and others launched V-Day, a global non profit that has raised over $50 million for women's anti-violence groups through benefits of The Vagina Monologues.
V Day Event: A Memory, A Monologue, A Rant & A Prayer
A groundbreaking collection of monologues for women and men by world-renowned authors and playwrights was performed at The Players Ring in Portsmouth. Proceeds shared by SASS and A Safe Place. V Day is a global movement to stop violence against women and girls. For more information on V Day please visit www.vday.org
Volunteer Recognition Night
February 9th, 2010
We recognized and celebrated the contributions of our wonderful volunteers. Together we honored all those that have helped make our mission possible. A special congratulations went to the 2009 Volunteer of the Year, Larry!
SASS 30th Anniversary Celebration:
5th Annual Porch Light Award: Champagne Brunch
November 1st, 2009
A Safe Place and SASS hosted a champagne brunch for this year's annual Porch Light Award. The award honored individuals whose contributions to improving the lives of women, men and children show an exemplary commitment to building a safer and healthier society. This year's recipients were: Mike Pomp, Judy Wilbur-Albertson, Cynthia Cole, Kristyn Bernier and Bill Faulkner.
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Beatle Juice: an afternoon to benefit children & families
November 1st, 2009
Sexual Assault Support Services & A Safe Place presented Beatle Juice at The Music Hall. New England's premier Beatles tribute band performed an all ages benefit show in recognition of the 30th anniversary of SASS! Everyone enjoyed their favorite Beatles songs sung by some of the region's top vocalists. The Portsmouth Herald covered the event.
Soaring for SASS
October 10th, 2009
SASS staff and supporters had a great time skydiving for our cause! Please join us in April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month when we do it again! Details to come.
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Fall Newsletter
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Strawberry Moon Cruise
Many thanks to all who participated in our Strawberry Moon Cruise to benefit SASS! Organized by board member Jessica Paradis, the event included food, a DJ, dancing, cash bar and raffle prizes.
Uno's Discount Day
May 20th, 2009
Thanks to Uno's for this all-day event which donated 15% of each party's total order to SASS.
PTSD and Dissociative Disorder Workshop
May 15, 2009
SASS proudly sponsored a professional workshop for area social workers, therapists and mental health professionals. This day-long workshop with presenter by Joanne Twombley, LICSW, provided an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of complex PTSD and the two most common of the dissociative disorders.
Second Annual KidSAFE 5K Walk/Run
May 9, 2009
Our 2nd Annual KidSAFE 5K was a great success! Thank you to all who volunteered, donated, and participated. It was a wonderful event in the name of keeping our community and children safe! The Portsmouth Herald covered the event.
Spring Newsletter
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Evening of Empowerment
April 23, 2009
Held at Adelle's Coffeehouse in Dover, a group of victims, survivors, and SASS advocates gathered to support and heal through "open mic" style sharing of poetry and artwork.
Flatbread Company Fundraiser
April 14, 2009
The Flatbread Company graciously hosted a packed house to benefit SASS. Dozens of locals and guests came out to enjoy Flatbread's wonderful drinks, organic pizza and desserts. A portion of all the food and drinks from the evening went to support SASS' many programs.