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Spruce Run Volunteer Writes Book

rrooney — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:27:25 +0000

Spruce Run volunteer DonnaLynn Hall has written a book about a young woman struggling to overcome the abuse she is experiencing at home. A Week To Remember is not autobiographical, but DonnaLynn did draw on her experiences of abuse as a young person when writing about Carrie, the 15 year-old protagonist of this novella. DonnaLynn plans on writing a trilogy and says the next book will focus on Carrie’s college years and will show that even though experiences of abuse may end, the affects of being abused can stay around for a long time.

DonnaLynn will conduct a book signing at Angler’s Restaurant in Hampden, Maine on August 14th from 4:00pm- 6:00pm. Please come.

To order a copy of DonnaLynn’s book for yourself or if you want more information, check out her website at http://www.victoryfromabuse.com/.

Family Fun Day 2010 A Huge Success!

rrooney — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:02:46 +0000

For the past several years, Spruce Run has thrown a Family Fun Day for families living in our residential programs who are rebuilding their lives after abuse. We know that costs of fun summer events can be prohibitive for many of us, so we make sure that every family in our residential programs has at least one day of summer celebration. This year Spruce Run’s Family Fun Day took place on July 23rd and was a huge success. A staff member called this year’s Family Fun Day the “best to date.” There was a bounce house, a cup-cake walk, karaoke, crafts and games for the kids, musical performances, and lots of delicious food, including snow cones. As always, this event could not have happened without the generous and loving support of our community!

Thanks to Governor’s restaurant of Bangor, the Hannaford Supermarket on Broadway, the Olive Garden, Shaw’s Supermarket, the Brewer Wal-Mart, Longhorn Steakhouse, Chili’s restaurant, and Maine Equipment & Party Rental for your generous support! If we have inadvertently left any supporters off this list, thank you. Your donation matters.

photo used with permission

Spruce Run Needs Cell Phones!

rrooney — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:26:40 +0000

Did you know that your old cell phone is valuable?

Any cell phone will dial 911. Donate your old cell to Spruce Run and we will pass it on to someone in need of an emergency phone. Right now our supply is running low, and soon we will be completely out. If you have an old phone and charger lying around that you don’t need any more, please bring it by the Resource Center so it can help someone stay safe.

Questions? Call the office at 945.5102.

Empire Beauty School Donates to Spruce Run

rrooney — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 14:48:49 +0000

We are sending a big note of appreciation and thanks to Empire Beauty School, who last week presented Spruce Run with a check for $841.19! The funds were raised last fall at Empire’s Day of Beauty, part of a nationwide effort to raise money and awareness around the issue of domestic abuse.

Empire Beauty School is one of our strong community partners, and we are so grateful for the many ways in which they support an end to domestic abuse.

Amy Guiggey (left) and Diana Smith (right) present Regina Rooney (center) from Spruce Run with the school’s donation.

Longtime Friend of Spruce Run Passes Away

rrooney — Tue, 18 May 2010 16:05:06 +0000

Lyn Bradley, pastor at the First Congregational Church of Millinocket, passed away suddenly last week. She was a longtime supporter of Spruce Run who worked in her community to foster healthy, safe relationships and homes. We will miss her very much. To read more about Lyn and her impact on her community, see last week’s article in the Bangor Daily News.

Spruce Run Application Deadline Extended

rrooney — Wed, 12 May 2010 17:24:01 +0000

Interested in working for Spruce Run? We have two open positions, and the deadline for applications has been extended to May 20th. Please see our Join the Team page for more information.

Spruce Run Hiring for Two Positions

rrooney — Thu, 06 May 2010 15:05:46 +0000

Spruce Run is seeking qualified candidates for two different positions. Please see our Join the Team page for more information on the positions and to find out how to apply.

Honoring Mothers in May

rrooney — Tue, 04 May 2010 20:52:56 +0000

May 9th is Mother’s Day, and Spruce Run wants to honor the mothers in all of our lives. Maybe you think of your biological mom, or maybe you think of an aunt, a mother-in-law, or a good friend. Whoever she is, we hope you will log on to our Facebook page during the month of May and let us know how you plan to honor mothers.

Looking for a Way to Help?

rrooney — Mon, 03 May 2010 14:23:49 +0000

Check out our May Need of the Month:

This month, we are asking for donations of phone cards. Currently our supply is depleted, and we need to restock! The cards you donate will be given to families needing to make long distance calls to move forward with their lives, or victims who need them to keep in touch with family members or loved ones who are far away. Many thanks for your generosity.

Bangor Federal Credit Union’s Program Benefits Spruce Run

rrooney — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:17:32 +0000

We want to acknowledge and thank Bangor Federal Credit Union for their generous $1000 donation to Spruce Run. The donation is a part of their annual Ending Hunger in Maine campaign. Thanks so much to Bangor Federal Credit Union for selecting us, and for all the work that they are doing for such a worthy cause!

Below, staffer Regina accepts the gift. You can also see video from the ceremony at WABI’s website.