Support A Safe Haven

For Women

To the Editor:

In the past year and a half I have had the somewhat unpleasant opportunity of learning just how prevalent the issue of domestic violence is in our society. This is one of many issues presented in the play The Vagina Monologues.

I would like to extend an invitation to everyone in Newtown to come and see this performance. As a student at UConn Waterbury, I know how much work we have put into this, and I also know how important the play’s message is. It will address all kinds of topics about violence against women, including domestic violence, rape, incest, and many others.

While the play will take place at the UConn Waterbury campus, it is an issue that is present all over the world, including here in Newtown. The play will be held on Friday and Saturday, February 10, and 11, at 7 pm, as well as on Sunday, February 12, at 2 pm. All tickets are $10, and the proceeds will be donated to Safe Haven. Safe Haven helps women who are in danger or who have been hurt by the many different types of violence.

Please take this opportunity to show your support for so many women who are in so much trouble. This is a perfect opportunity to educate yourself about these very important issues while enjoying an evening out and a wonderful performance.

Sincerely,

Sarah Hemingway

10 Overlook Knoll, Sandy Hook  February 1, 2006