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Join Community VOICES as they celebrate- Community, Courage and Friendship

 Child Protection and Victim Advocacy organization, Community VOICES, invites you to attend their, Award Ceremony and  Silent Auction.  Entertainment will be provided by Boston Comedy Chick, Erika Welch and music by DJ Martel.  The event will take place on Friday, April 11, 2014, from 7:00- 11:00 at the Princeton Station, 147 Princeton St. Chelmsford MA.

Tickets are $20.00 for adults, $10.00 for students and seniors.

The Silent Auction will include many beautiful prom gowns, the highest bidder can choose to keep the gown, or we’ll donate it to the United Teen Equality Center in Lowell. All of he gowns have been cleaned and pressed courtesy of Zoots Dry Cleaning in Chelmsford.   It’s a wonderful opportunity to support a great cause and make a local teen’s prom dream a reality.

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Other Silent Auction items include, an autographed baseball from soon to be, Baseball Hall of Famer and Billerica native, Tom Glavine, beautiful artwork, local restaurant gift certificates, and many themed gift baskets.

Community VOICES will be honoring the Department of Homeland Security with the Jeffrey Curley Dedicated Service Award, for their work in protecting children. The VOICES Dedicated Service Award, Chelmsford Police Chief, James Murphy.  VOICES Spirit of Compassion Award, Shane O’Hara, Manger of Marathon Sports in Boston, Andrew Peck, Chief of Probation in Springfield MA, Les Gosule, father of Melissa Gosule and lead advocate for Melissa’s Law.  Wena’s Best Friend Award, Kathy Hinds of Massachusetts Vest-A-Dog.  Special Recognition Awards, Arnie and Alice Muscovitz, Merrimack Valley Parents of Murdered Children, and Representative David Nangle of Lowell. Appreciation Award, Rick Simoneau,of Zoots Dry Cleaning.  

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If you are interested in becoming an event sponsor, purchasing tickets, donating an item or service for the silent auction. Email: jlane@communityvoices.net, Telephone, 978-835-9381, or visit our website, www.communityvoices.net

ABOUT: Since 2004 VOICES has been a strong VOICE for victims of crime, connecting them with resources, support and advocating for their rights every step of the way.  They continue with their mission to take a proactive approach to protecting our children and communities through awareness by offering child safety, internet safety events and resources, and remain committed to advocating for laws that not only keep communities safe, but also respect the rights and dignity of victims of crime.

In November of 2011, VOICES enlisted the assistance of a service trained facility dog, Wena to offer assistance and support to victims of crime within the criminal justice system and community.

Thank you in advance for your consideration and support. 

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