Upcoming February Events

February 1, 2012toFebruary 29, 2012
February 1, 2012toFebruary 29, 2012

Here are two exciting ways to help the women and children in our Transition House:

Sign up for Shimmy Mob! Women helping women while expressing themselves using the dynamic and exciting belly dance. Proceeds from Burnaby Shimmy Mob benefit Dixon Transition Society, so let the movement begin! Visit the Shimmy Mob website for further information: http://www.shimmymob.com/



Or do you want to relax with some Yoga? For the month of February Moksha Yoga donates its proceeds from their Friday Karma class to Dixon Transition Society. Haven’t heard of Karma class before? Not to worry, all the details are listed on Moksha’s website:http://burnaby.mokshayoga.ca/

SO JOIN US IN ENDING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Athena Day Spa Open House

November 28, 2011
11:00 amto8:00 pm
November 28, 2011
11:00 amto8:00 pm

Athena Day Spa, one of our donors for ‘Drawing on Hope’, has so generously offered to host a fundraiser event for us at their location on Hastings Street. Drop by on November 28th, to get a head start on your Christmas shopping and check out the unique jewellery by 5th Avenue Jewellery and the lovely spa products in store. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Dixon Society programs which help to support women and children impacted by domestic violence.

Who/What: Athena Day Spa Open House
When: Monday, November 28, 2011
Time: 11AM-8PM
Where: 4317 East Hastings Street, Burnaby BC Phone:604-294-9925
Why: Support a great cause and do some early Christmas shopping!

Athena Day Spa Invite

Drawing on Hope

October 27, 2011
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
October 27, 2011
5:30 pmto7:30 pm

Join us on October 27th for ‘Drawing on Hope’, an event celebrating the work that is done for women and children. We will be premiering a short animated film created by the children at the Dixon House, along with holding a silent auction for guests to bid on some fantastic items and gift packages! All proceeds will benefit the Dixon House programs.

Event Details

What: Cocktail reception for the premiere of the animated film “Drawing on Hope”

Why: Support us to end domestic violence against women and children

When: October 27, 2011

Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm, Networking from 5:00pm

Where: Hilton Vancouver Metrotown, 6083 McKay Avenue, Burnaby, BC

Tickets may be purchased on Event Brite at: http://www.eventbrite.com/org/1405911973?s=5114781

We hope to see you there!

Discovery Day

July 10, 2011
10:00 amto4:00 pm
July 10, 2011
10:00 amto4:00 pm

Join the Dixon Society in experiencing Burnaby’s largest community grass roots festival! Discovery Day celebrates arts and culture, heritage, sports, leisure, and the environment. Come with the entire family and enjoy live theater, street performances, and visual and interactive arts activities. And visit us at our booth to make some fun and simple arts and craft activities!

For more information, please visit the Shadbolt Centre of Art’s website here.

When: Sunday, July 10, 2011

Where:
Shadbolt Centre for the Arts
6450 Deer Lake Avenue
Burnaby, BC V5G 2J3

Time: 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Service Canada Centres for Youth Summer Opportunities Fair

July 8, 2011
12:00 pmto3:00 pm
July 8, 2011
12:00 pmto3:00 pm

Come visit our booth at this Youth Summer Opportunities Fair hosted by Service Canada. Talk to our team and find out how you can join in on making a positive impact for women and children in your community.

When: Friday, July 8, 2011

Where:
Royal City Shopping Centre
227-610 Sixth Street
New Westminster, BC

Time: 12:00PM to 3:00PM