CALUMET -- October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A Candlelight Ceremony for Survivors of Domestic Violence will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 6, at Finlandia University's Finnish American Heritage Center in Hancock.
The public is welcome to show support in mourning victims, celebrating survivors and reaffirming the struggle for a non-violent future. The ceremony will include music, speakers and poetry. Bring a candle or flashlight and join the walk after the ceremony.
This event is sponsored by the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter. Call 337-5632 for more information.
Volunteers are needed to work at the Shelter in Calumet to help residents and their children. After receiving training, volunteers help by being empathetic listeners and support persons. Volunteers are also needed to work with the children for childcare during support groups. This is a two-hour commitment once a week. The Shelter is also looking for a volunteer for cleaning house and sorting donations. For information concerning volunteering or training call 337-5632.
Programs at the Shelter are supported by the Copper Country United Way. Donations may also be sent to Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter Home for Abused Women, P. O. Box 8, Calumet, MI 49913.
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