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SUMMARY:WE are the Light Vigil: An Awareness Event for SAAM/CAPM
DESCRIPTION:  \nApril is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month\, a time dedicated to raising awareness about these forms of violence and celebrating the journey of healing. \nJoin HopeWorks for a powerful evening at the WE are the Light Vigil\, where we will honor survivors and remember victims through sharing stories of resilience and hope. \nThis is a free event\, but pre-registration is required. To RSVP\, click here. \nEvent details: \n\nThursday\, April 2\, 2026\n7:00pm to 8:30pm\nHopeWorks of Howard County (Inside the NonProfit Collaborative – Enter at  Suite 100)\n9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\nColumbia\, MD 21046\n\nQuestions? Email Kate\, Volunteer & Special Events Coordinator\, at kkurlychek@hopeworksofhc.org
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/we-are-the-light-vigil-an-awareness-event-for-saam-capm/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Awareness Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Kurlychek":MAILTO:kkurlychek@hopeworksofhc.org
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Survivors - Virtual Sessions!
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday at 4 p.m. via Zoom \nHopeWorks is partnering with Three and a Half Acres Yoga(THAY) to bring survivors free yoga sessions. This will be an on-going program! \nTHAY partners with community organizations within Harlem\, Upper Manhattan\, and virtually. They focus on serving folks facing emotional\, physical or social trauma. THAY provides yoga\, breathing and mindfulness programs to nonprofits to support their existing missions and build bridges of understanding among neighbors. \nPlease note that you will be able to participate while seated or on a mat. \nHow It Works\nAfter you register\, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to join the event on Zoom. \nNew to using Zoom? Check out our guide for tips and instructions! \nThis is a free program\, but pre-registration is required! \nClick Here to Register! \nAbout HopeWorks’ Preservation Circle\nSurvivors are invited to join us for Preservation Circle events. Through engaging and creative activities survivors of sexual (including adult survivors of child sexual abuse) and intimate partner violence meet to cultivate continued courage\, self-compassion\, connection\, wellness and self-directed advocacy. \nClick here to download event flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/yoga-for-survivors-virtual-sessions-13-2026-04-07/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Survivors' Health Project
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Survivors - Virtual Sessions!
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday at 4 p.m. via Zoom \nHopeWorks is partnering with Three and a Half Acres Yoga(THAY) to bring survivors free yoga sessions. This will be an on-going program! \nTHAY partners with community organizations within Harlem\, Upper Manhattan\, and virtually. They focus on serving folks facing emotional\, physical or social trauma. THAY provides yoga\, breathing and mindfulness programs to nonprofits to support their existing missions and build bridges of understanding among neighbors. \nPlease note that you will be able to participate while seated or on a mat. \nHow It Works\nAfter you register\, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to join the event on Zoom. \nNew to using Zoom? Check out our guide for tips and instructions! \nThis is a free program\, but pre-registration is required! \nClick Here to Register! \nAbout HopeWorks’ Preservation Circle\nSurvivors are invited to join us for Preservation Circle events. Through engaging and creative activities survivors of sexual (including adult survivors of child sexual abuse) and intimate partner violence meet to cultivate continued courage\, self-compassion\, connection\, wellness and self-directed advocacy. \nClick here to download event flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/yoga-for-survivors-virtual-sessions-13-2026-04-14/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Survivors' Health Project
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T210000
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SUMMARY:15th Annual Hope Bowl
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition featuring music\, refreshments\, raffles and great prizes! Hope Bowl is a family-friendly event where teams compete while raising awareness and critical funds for survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence. Invite your family\, friends\, and co-workers and form a team today! \n  \nHow It Works\nBuild a team of 6 bowlers\, then nominate a Team Captain to register your team online. Share the link to your team’s personalized fundraising page and begin raising FUNds. Raise at least $600 as a team\, then get ready to bowl on April 18th! Please join us by registering today and begin setting up your Team Fundraising Page. \nClick Here to Register!\n  \nIndividuals who want to bowl without creating a team can register as solo bowlers. Raise $100 and we will assign you to a lane with other solo bowlers. Email aadams@hopeworksofhc.org to get started. All registered bowlers enjoy 2 hours of bowling\, free shoe rental\, unlimited soft drinks\, and choice of pepperoni or cheese pizza. \nFamily and friends can participate without bowling as members of the Hopeful Hecklers Cheering Squad! For $10 (or $5 for children 12 and under)\, hecklers can share in the excitement\, food\, prizes\, raffles\, and music while cheering on their favorite team. Click Here to Register as a Heckler! \n  \nMany Options to Support\nCan’t attend the event\, but still want to offer support? Visit the Leaderboard and donate to one of our bowling teams to help them reach their goal! \nSponsorship opportunities are available! Individuals\, businesses\, and community groups can sign up as financial sponsors or donate items\, services\, and gift certificates to be used in our raffles. To learn more about sponsorship and in-kind donations\, please download our sponsorship packet below or contact Allison Adams at aadams@hopeworksofhc.org. \nDownload: Hope Bowl 2026 Sponsorship Packet \nDownload: Hope Bowl 2026 Flier \nSpecial Thanks to Our Sponsors!\n \n                         \n      \n           \n 
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/hopebowl2026/
LOCATION:Lucky Strike Columbia\, 7100 Carved Stone\, Columbia\, MD\, 21045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
ORGANIZER;CN="Allison Adams":MAILTO:aadams@hopeworksofhc.org
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Survivors - Virtual Sessions!
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday at 4 p.m. via Zoom \nHopeWorks is partnering with Three and a Half Acres Yoga(THAY) to bring survivors free yoga sessions. This will be an on-going program! \nTHAY partners with community organizations within Harlem\, Upper Manhattan\, and virtually. They focus on serving folks facing emotional\, physical or social trauma. THAY provides yoga\, breathing and mindfulness programs to nonprofits to support their existing missions and build bridges of understanding among neighbors. \nPlease note that you will be able to participate while seated or on a mat. \nHow It Works\nAfter you register\, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to join the event on Zoom. \nNew to using Zoom? Check out our guide for tips and instructions! \nThis is a free program\, but pre-registration is required! \nClick Here to Register! \nAbout HopeWorks’ Preservation Circle\nSurvivors are invited to join us for Preservation Circle events. Through engaging and creative activities survivors of sexual (including adult survivors of child sexual abuse) and intimate partner violence meet to cultivate continued courage\, self-compassion\, connection\, wellness and self-directed advocacy. \nClick here to download event flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/yoga-for-survivors-virtual-sessions-13-2026-04-21/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Survivors' Health Project
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SUMMARY:LOVED: A Survivor Self-Care Circle for Black Women
DESCRIPTION:In LOVED: A Survivor Self-care Circle for Black Women\, we address “triple jeopardy;” the exploitation and oppression experienced by survivors who are Black women.\nThrough thought provoking and creative activities\, participants cultivate self-love\, beloved community\, and strategies to address the root causes of violence. Sessions feature the use of transformative language arts techniques\, creative expression\, mindfulness techniques\, guided discussions\, and guest speakers. \nSaturdays | 10am to Noon \n\nSeptember 27\, 2025: in person\nNovember 22\, 2025: virtual\nJanuary 24\, 2026: virtual\nApril 25\, 2026: in person\n\nClick here to RSVP! \nFY26 HopeWorks LOVED flier
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/loved-a-survivor-self-care-circle-for-black-women-9/
LOCATION:HopeWorks\, Inside the Non-Profit Collaborative\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 100\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046
CATEGORIES:Healing Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Vanita Leatherwood":MAILTO:vleatherwood@hopeworksofhc.org
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SUMMARY:CommYOUnity: A Support & Education Group for Survivors Living with Chronic Health Condition
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for CommYOUnity—A Support & Education Group for Survivors Living with Chronic Health Conditions\n3:00PM – 5:00PM | Zoom \nDuring CommYOUnity\, we recognize that experiences of trauma\, including sexual and intimate partner violence\, can leave long-lasting impacts on the body and mind. Survivors navigate many different chronic health conditions\, and CommYOUnity aims to create a space for people to gather\, learn\, and connect. \nThrough virtual workshops\, listening sessions\, and guest speakers\, participants will explore topics that support wellness\, self-advocacy\, and healing. \nSessions are open to adult survivors in Howard County. All sessions will be held virtually. To RSVP for April 25\, 2025: Click here! \nFinal Session Date:April 25\, 2026 \n  \nAny questions? You can contact: \nTori Rain\, MSN\, RN \nHopeWorks’ Director of Community Engagement \ntrain@hopeworksofhc.org
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/commyounity-a-support-education-group-for-survivors-living-with-chronic-health-condition-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Survivors' Health Project
ORGANIZER;CN="Tori Rain":MAILTO:vrain@hopeworksofhc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T160000
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Survivors - Virtual Sessions!
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday at 4 p.m. via Zoom \nHopeWorks is partnering with Three and a Half Acres Yoga(THAY) to bring survivors free yoga sessions. This will be an on-going program! \nTHAY partners with community organizations within Harlem\, Upper Manhattan\, and virtually. They focus on serving folks facing emotional\, physical or social trauma. THAY provides yoga\, breathing and mindfulness programs to nonprofits to support their existing missions and build bridges of understanding among neighbors. \nPlease note that you will be able to participate while seated or on a mat. \nHow It Works\nAfter you register\, you will receive a confirmation email containing the link to join the event on Zoom. \nNew to using Zoom? Check out our guide for tips and instructions! \nThis is a free program\, but pre-registration is required! \nClick Here to Register! \nAbout HopeWorks’ Preservation Circle\nSurvivors are invited to join us for Preservation Circle events. Through engaging and creative activities survivors of sexual (including adult survivors of child sexual abuse) and intimate partner violence meet to cultivate continued courage\, self-compassion\, connection\, wellness and self-directed advocacy. \nClick here to download event flier.
URL:https://hopeworksofhc.org/event/yoga-for-survivors-virtual-sessions-13-2026-04-28/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Survivors' Health Project
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