Rowan House ~ Gala Galloping Up

The Hope and Healing Gala is coming up May 14th at the Highwood Memorial Centre in High River. If you are unable to attend in person but would like to help with an auction item or sponsorship for the event, we would greatly appreciate that support as well. All funds raised at our Hope and Healing Gala will go directly to build our new shelter. We are a registered non-profit society with charitable status and rely on the support of community donors to continue our programming and services. This is your opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of women and children. Without the amazing support of local businesses and individuals, Rowan House Emergency Shelter would not be able to protect the women and children of the rural Foothills. Call 403-938-6785 for more information or to purchase tickets. A big thank you to those who have donated auction items so far. Here's a list of some of the things people will be able to bid on:

•     Heritage Classic Iginla Jersey valued at $220
•     Spruce Meadows Tickets and Gifts valued at $200
•     Stirr Cooking Classes in Black Diamond valued at $150
•     Golfing for 4 at D'Arcy Ranch valued at $332
•     Bed and Breakfast Package at Fairmont Banff Springs valued at $400
•     Sculpture donated by Sylvia Clark valued at $1000.

Other events have been held in the Foothills in support of Rowan House. Thank you to Generations Chiropractic for putting on an Evening of Indulgence. The event raised $2,200! The Healthy Wealthy Wise Women workshop took place on March 24th. Thank you to Cindy & Lucinda from ATB and Belinda from Be More Fitness for a great presentation. Soup Sisters launched on March 27th. The turnout was great and we made some delicious soup for the shelter and outreach clients! A big thank you to Pat Lothrop with the Diamond Willow Artisans Retreat for organizing that and to Darren Nixon of Café Divine for being our guest chef! Check out their website http://www.diamondwillowartisanretreat.com for the next gathering of the “sisters” and “brothers”.

Watch for us at the Okotoks Trade Fair at the Centennial Centre on April 29th (5 to 9pm) and 30th (9am to 5pm). We will also be at the Nanton Resource Fair on May 5th from 4 to 8pm. Mark your calendars for Fury in the Foothills on June 11th & 12th. For more information check out the website: www.furyinthefoothills.com.

Do you know someone struggling in a relationship? Are you struggling in a relationship? The Healthy Relationship Group for women that have left an abusive relationship or are trying to leave an abusive relationship is currently running until May 4th. We offer free child care, coffee and snacks! For safety reasons, please call 403-933-3370 for more information and to register.

Check out our website: www.rowanhouseonline.org or call the office at 403-938-6785 for more information and more ways you can help out. You can also find us on Facebook and Twitter.