YWCA NewsNovember 18, 2008
(Charleston, W.Va.) – The YWCA of Charleston is expanding its Past & Present Gently Used Clothing Store, while choosing to close the store’s in-house coffee shop, Perkin’ Up – both located at 1598 Lee Street East on Charleston’s East End. The...
November 03, 2008
(Charleston, W.Va.) – Celebrate Thanksgiving by giving back to others. On Sunday, November 9, you can enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving feast, lovely music, and very good company – all while benefiting two area agencies that provide shelter and services...
October 30, 2008
YWCA Board member Krista Fink Named Finalist in National Book Competition
YWCA Board Member Krista Fink was honored earlier this week when USABookNews.com, the premiere online magazine and review website for mainstream and independent publishing...
September 29, 2008
(Charleston, W. Va.) – On Thursday, domestic violence advocates, police officers, public officials, legal professionals, religious leaders, healthcare workers, neighbors and friends will line the Kanawha Boulevard in a silent protest against domestic...
September 12, 2008
What could be better than watching WVU football on the big screen while drinking your favorite brew with your buddies? How about the knowledge that you’re helping homeless women and families while you do it!
Bring your pals and cheer on the...
September 11, 2008
During our big splash for Betty Schoenbaum on Tuesday, children from the YWCA Child Enrichment Center were the first to make their own splash in the new Schoenbaum pool. On Tuesday, Sept. 9, the YWCA celebrated the grand opening of its newly renovated...
August 20, 2008
(Charleston, W.Va.) The YWCA Past & Present Gently Used Clothing Store has been selected for the "2008 Best of Charleston" Award in the Thrift Shops category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).
The USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award...
August 07, 2008
(Charleston, W. Va.) – Avery is 2 ½ years old. Like most young children, he loves to play outdoors – climb on jungle gyms, play games, and have picnics with his family while they enjoy the fresh air and sunshine. Sadly, like many of the children...
August 04, 2008
(Charleston, W. Va.) – Bring on the bling – everyone’s a celebrity at this year’s Girls Night Out! This year’s Hollywood on the Hill event celebrates 10 years of High Hopes summer parties. Hundreds of women will walk the red carpet as they arrive at...
July 29, 2008
(Charleston, W. Va.) – On Thursday, teens from around the Charleston area will rally together to learn about and discuss healthy relationships. The goal of the event, entitled “Celebrate Respect,” is to promote teen relationships based on mutual love...
July 11, 2008
(Charleston, W. Va.) – It’s Bunco Night, baby – Vegas style! You can’t get any closer to the fun and excitement of Vegas without getting on a plane!
Join the Saint Francis Hospital Domestic Violence Committee for a fabulous evening of dice rolling...
July 10, 2008
In response to the recent tragic domestic violence homicide of 19-year-old Nalisha Gravely, the YWCA of Charleston is reaching out to Gravely’s family by supporting a candlelight vigil and fund in her honor. Gravely was shot and killed at a Taco Bell on...
June 02, 2008
Join the conversation!
Today, the YWCA of Charleston launched its new blog, "Empowering Perspectives." We invite you on this journey, where we will discuss social issues and discover solutions to injustices that occur here in our community. From time...
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