UPCOMING EVENTS
The Child Abuse Prevention Council of York County invites you to attend its special education and awareness events during the months ahead.
All proceeds from our events benefit the prevention programs of the Child Abuse Prevention Council of York County. For information about any of the following events, please call the Council office at 207.985.5975 or email events@kidsfreetogrow.org.
Rick Charette and the Bubblegum Band Holiday Concert - Free Admission
Sunday, November 30, 2008 at 2:00pm
Thornton Academy Gymnasium
Bring the whole family to enjoy Rick Charette’s kid friendly songs. You’ll find yourself singing along to the lyrics, especially “I Love Mud” and “There’s an Alligator in the Elevator.”
Principal Sponsor: Saco Valley Credit Union
14th Annual “Bid Against Child Abuse” Auction
Friday, April 17, 2009
Our annual auction will be held at the Nonantum Resort on Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport.
Join us for this incredible event and the Council’s largest fundraiser. Past auction items have included: a chartered helicopter ride; a week in the Florida Keys; use of heavy construction equipment; a tea party in a historic Summer Street home; a kids birthday party at the Kennebunk Fire Department; bat person for a day at a Sea Dogs game; and many more exciting items. Tickets include hors d’oeuvres, coffee and desserts.
Principal Sponsor: Kennebunk Savings Bank
April is National Child Abuse Awareness Month
We offer additional programs in schools throughout the month of April, including Rick Charette “I’ve Got Superpower” Concerts and Get a Clue Productions “No More Secrets” plays. These plays and concerts are subsidized by the Council and booked in January and February. For more information call 207.985.5975 or email education@kidsfreetogrow.org
“Summer Street Stroll”
June 2009
Tour four historic mansions on Summer Street in Kennebunk - a wonderful opportunity to learn about some of the architecturally notable homes built during Kennebunk’s historic ship-building days. Dress in period costume or festive attire
“Child Abuse, A Perspective for Educators”
Monday, June 22nd – 26th, 2009
Our week-long 3 to 4.5 credit CEU course will be offered following the end of the school year. Topics include: Family Violence; the signs and symptoms of Physical, Emotion, and Sexual Abuse; Developmental Impact of Child Abuse & Neglect; Risk and Resiliency; Understanding the Legal System & Department of Health and Human Services; Educational Advocacy & Prevention. For more information, email education@kidsfreetogrow.org.
15th Annual “Private Gardens of the Kennebunk’s” Tour
Saturday July 18, 2009 10:00am-4:00pm
This tour will take participants beyond the gates and into the beautiful gardens of eight Kennebunk-Kennebunkport private homes.
