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SUMMARY:Christmas Event - December 2022
DESCRIPTION:For three wonderful days in December over 100 clients and families receive gifts\, homemade cookies and hugs. They are overwhelmed to see that complete strangers provide Christmas for their family. If not for the compassion of individuals and companies who adopt them\, Christmas would be just another day on the calendar. This event is made possible by the many generous donors who sponsor families or make cash donations. For more information on participating in our holiday program or scheduling a holiday donation drive\, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator\, Siomara\, at SiomaraC@mcwctx.org .
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/christmas-event-dec-2022/
LOCATION:TX
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ORGANIZER;CN="Siomara":MAILTO:SiomaraC@mcwctx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221231T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221101T020836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T193447Z
UID:5422-1669881600-1672506000@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:On Demand Training Opportunties
DESCRIPTION:Join our Outreach Team for these On-Demand Training opportunities. Simply click the image of the training that you wish to complete and you will be directed to the training video.
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/on-demand-training-opportunties/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL WEBINAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221212T185107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T185107Z
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SUMMARY:New Years Community Clean Out Project
DESCRIPTION:The New Year is a time for reflection\, recommitment and… re-organization! It’s the perfect time to re-gift unneeded holiday presents\, get a fresh start with your wardrobe and donate to your favorite local thrift store – Something Special! \nSomething Special offers new and gently-used clothing\, accessories and housewares to the public. Vouchers are also provided for families in need to shop for free. The best part? Every Something Special purchase benefits families fleeing abuse in our community. \nNeed more motivation to clean out your closet? Check out five reasons why decluttering and donating will get your 2023 off to the right start: \n\n\nLess stuff = more time!\n\n\nSay goodbye to spending hours sifting through your closet. Imagine all your options hung up neatly and clearly visible. By paring down your wardrobe\, you’ll spend less time trying to find outfits and more time wearing the things you love. \n\n\nMake room for the things that matter.\n\n\nClearing out the old means making room for newer and better things to come into your life. Less clothes also means the opportunity to redecorate\, reorganize and make the most of your closet space. \n\n\nDeclutter to de-stress!\n\n\nSimplifying your environment by clearing out unused or unwanted items can improve concentration\, help you sleep and elevate your mood. Letting go is a natural\, healthy process in our growth that makes room for better things. \n\n\nSave money!\n\n\nGoing through your closet allows you to rediscover old pieces and reintroduce them to your wardrobe – you get the rush of a great shopping find without the cost! Plus\, re-familiarizing yourself with your clothes will stop you from spending money on things you already own. \n\n\nSave the planet.\n\n\nDonating your clothes benefits your community AND the environment. Donating and shopping secondhand means that clothes have a longer lifespan and don’t require as many resources as producing new clothes. \nGiving back isn’t just good for your community – it’s good for you too! Give yourself – and your old items – a new start this year. Declutter and donate to Something Special\, or give us a call to get assistance with larger donations (936) 441-4044 x: 53. \nDonations can be dropped at 2 locations: \n\nSomething Special Resale Store: 19073 I-45 South\, Shenandoah (in the Portofino Plaza next to Sam’s Club)\nMontgomery County Women’s Center Administrative Office: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe 77301
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/new-years-community-clean-out-project/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20220831T181853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T193621Z
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SUMMARY:ADOPT-A-MEAL- JANUARY 2022
DESCRIPTION:Adopt-A-Meal: Cook or Sponsor a Meal for our Shelter Residents! Our shelter only has a cook Monday – Friday so\, Montgomery County Women’s Center relies on the support of volunteer groups to provide weekend meals to shelter residents. If your family\, corporation\, or civic group would like to cook and serve a meal or drop off/cater a meal from a local restaurant at our shelter\, consider “Adopting-a-Meal“! \nEmail MelanieJ@mcwctx.org to schedule your meal today! \nOn average our shelter houses 40 adults women and 20 children. Casseroles can also me pre-made and dropped off frozen for staff to cook as needed. Gift cards can be donated to cover the cost of pizza\, tacos or burgers and fries!!! \n\nLunch Ideas: Sandwiches\, wraps\, fruit and veggies\, pre-packaged individual items\nDinner Ideas: chicken\, mac and cheese\, salad\, and cookies.\n\n  \nRECIPE IDEAS\n\n15 Casserole Recipes to Freeze \n\n\n5 Dump-and-Bake Freezer Meals! \n\n\n29 Freezer-Friendly Casseroles \n\n\nEasy Tuna Casserole Freezer Meal \n\n\nFreezer Meal Recipes \n\n\nBest Ever Freezer Meal Spaghetti Sauce \n\n\nChicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake \n\n\nChicken and Vegetable Casserole with Crispy Onion Topping \n\n\nEasy Cheesy Tater Tot Chicken Casserole \n\n\nHomemade Freezer Sloppy Joes \n\n\nHam and Cream Cheese Roll-Ups (make-ahead lunch)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/adopt-a-meal-january-2022/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230131T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T154608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T155634Z
UID:5886-1672560000-1675184400@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:MONTHLY DONATION DRIVE: GAS CARDS
DESCRIPTION:Gas prices are impacting Americans across the country\, and that includes victims of domestic violence. Along their healing journey\, we work with survivors to help them re-establish a sense of independence and empowerment. One way we do this is by providing gift cards to them throughout the year. That’s why we are hosting a gas card drive to help its clients get to and from work\, school\, errands and much needed services. From therapy to counseling to being housed at the emergency shelter\, it is crucial to keep these services accessible to the women and children who need them. \n  \nDonations can be dropped (or mailed) to: Montgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe\, TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/monthly-donation-drive-gas-cards/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T190939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T190939Z
UID:5924-1672560000-1677603600@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:NEW YEAR COMMUNITY CLEAN OUT
DESCRIPTION:The New Year is HERE and it’s time to CLEAN OUT those closets\, kitchens\, garages and more !! \nDid You Know If you have a large donation (furniture\, neighborhood/ group clean out\, etc.) we can come to you!! Just give us a call to schedule your pickup today (936) 441-4044 ext53!! \nSTEP IT UP by getting together with friends\, family and neighbors and organize a group cleanout/ donation. \n  \nWe utilize donations in many ways… all of which benefit victims/survivors in our community. \n\nShelter residents and their children receive shoes and clothing since these items are generally left behind when fleeing.\nVictims/Survivors from our community are able to come shop at the resale shop with vouchers for clothing\, furniture and other necessities.\nTransitional housing apartments are completely furnished with donated furniture and housewares for new residents.\nShelter residents receive furniture and household items when re-building their homes and lives.\nRevenue from the store helps keep the shelter open.\n\n  \nCOME VISIT US AT SOMETHING SPECIAL (Shopping & Donation Hours and Location) \nMonday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. \n19073 I-45 South (in the Portofino Plaza next to Sam’s Club)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/new-year-community-clean-out/
LOCATION:19073 I-45 South (in the Portofino Plaza next to Sam’s Club)\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221201T144523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T144523Z
UID:5773-1673517600-1673560800@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:MOD Pizza Fundraiser (Tomball\, TX)
DESCRIPTION:LET’S RAISE SOME DOUGH!!! Join us for this all-day fundraising event!! Use the flyer OR mention Montgomery County Women’s Center and MOD PIZZA will donate 20% of your check to our agency to help provide life saving service to victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in our community. \n 
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/mod-pizza-fundraiser-tomball-tx-2/
LOCATION:MOD Pizza Tomball\, 14030 FM 2920\, Suite I\, Tomball\, TX\, 77377
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230301
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20220726T220600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T170137Z
UID:4022-1675209600-1677628799@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month - Februrary 2023
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the month of February\, we will be joining the nation in promoting awareness of dating abuse with other agencies and organizations in our area.  Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM) gives our community the opportunity to promote healthy dating relationships and speak up against dating violence that will only grow if we keep silent.
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/teen-dating-violence-awareness-month-feb-2023/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230301
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20220728T061727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T193554Z
UID:4414-1675209600-1677628799@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:Adopt-A-Meal - February 2023
DESCRIPTION:Adopt-A-Meal: Cook or Sponsor a Meal for our Shelter Residents! Our shelter only has a cook Monday – Friday so\, Montgomery County Women’s Center relies on the support of volunteer groups to provide weekend meals to shelter residents. If your family\, corporation\, or civic group would like to cook and serve a meal or drop off/cater a meal from a local restaurant at our shelter\, consider “Adopting-a-Meal“! \nEmail MelanieJ@mcwctx.org to schedule your meal today! \nOn average our shelter houses 40 adults women and 20 children. Casseroles can also me pre-made and dropped off frozen for staff to cook as needed. Gift cards can be donated to cover the cost of pizza\, tacos or burgers and fries!!! \n\nLunch Ideas: Sandwiches\, wraps\, fruit and veggies\, pre-packaged individual items\nDinner Ideas: chicken\, mac and cheese\, salad\, and cookies.
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/adopt-a-meal-feb-2023/
LOCATION:TX
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie":MAILTO:MelanieJ@mcwctx.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T155544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T162613Z
UID:5897-1675238400-1677603600@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:GROCERY GIFT CARD (DONATION DRIVE)
DESCRIPTION:Going through a victimization often leaves you with a lot of surprise expenses and it can take a little while for our clients to adjust to their new budget\, so we try to assist with food and fuel as we can. Gift cards can truly help ensure that a victim who is getting on their feet has food and fuel when they need it. Grocery store gift cards can be used to help provide survivors and families with items suited to their specific needs. \n\nDonations can be dropped (or mailed) to: Montgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe\, TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/monthly-donation-drive-grocery-gift-cards/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230223T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221201T145042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T145042Z
UID:5778-1677146400-1677189600@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:MOD Pizza Fundraiser (Tomball\, TX)
DESCRIPTION:LET’S RAISE SOME DOUGH!!! Join us for this all-day fundraising event!! Use the flyer OR mention Montgomery County Women’s Center and MOD PIZZA will donate 20% of your check to our agency to help provide life saving service to victims and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in our community. \n 
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/mod-pizza-fundraiser-tomball-tx-3/
LOCATION:MOD Pizza Tomball\, 14030 FM 2920\, Suite I\, Tomball\, TX\, 77377
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcwctx.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Website-Upcoming-Events-Images-169-5-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230301T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T160647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T162544Z
UID:5901-1677657600-1680282000@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:PAJAMA DONATION DRIVE
DESCRIPTION:Every year thousands of children are forced to flee and live at a shelter to escape domestic violence. This disruption of home life can lead to a lonely experience\, especially at nighttime\, and something as simple as a pair of pajamas can help make bedtime a little more comforting for these women and children. \nOur emergency shelter accepts multiple victims and children every day. These victims often flee with only the clothes on their back. Our organization provides each person with the basics that they need to make it through each day. This month we are collecting pajamas for the women\, men\, boys and girls who enter our shelter. Pajamas can be new or gently used. Our shelter houses upwards of 75 individuals each night. \n  \nDonations can be dropped (or mailed) to: Montgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe\, TX 77301
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/monthly-donation-drive-pajamas/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T191230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T191231Z
UID:5927-1678867200-1682874000@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:SPRING COMMUNITY CLEANOUT
DESCRIPTION:Spring is HERE and it’s time to CLEAN OUT those closets\, kitchens\, garages and more !! \nDid You Know If you have a large donation (furniture\, neighborhood/ group clean out\, etc.) we can come to you!! Just give us a call to schedule your pickup today (936) 441-4044 ext53!! \nSTEP IT UP by getting together with friends\, family and neighbors and organize a group cleanout/ donation. \n  \nWe utilize donations in many ways… all of which benefit victims/survivors in our community. \n\nShelter residents and their children receive shoes and clothing since these items are generally left behind when fleeing.\nVictims/Survivors from our community are able to come shop at the resale shop with vouchers for clothing\, furniture and other necessities.\nTransitional housing apartments are completely furnished with donated furniture and housewares for new residents.\nShelter residents receive furniture and household items when re-building their homes and lives.\nRevenue from the store helps keep the shelter open.\n\n  \nCOME VISIT US AT SOMETHING SPECIAL (Shopping & Donation Hours and Location) \nMonday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. \n19073 I-45 South (in the Portofino Plaza next to Sam’s Club)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/spring-community-cleanout/
LOCATION:19073 I-45 South (in the Portofino Plaza next to Sam’s Club)\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230501
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20220728T062204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T154814Z
UID:4417-1680307200-1682899199@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:Adopt-A-Meal - April 2023
DESCRIPTION:Adopt-A-Meal: Cook or Sponsor a Meal for our Shelter Residents! Our shelter only has a cook Monday – Friday so\, Montgomery County Women’s Center relies on the support of volunteer groups to provide weekend meals to shelter residents. If your family\, corporation\, or civic group would like to cook and serve a meal or drop off/cater a meal from a local restaurant for our shelter\, consider “Adopting-a-Meal“! \nEmail MelanieJ@mcwctx.org to schedule your meal today! \nOn average our shelter houses 40 adults women and 20 children. Casseroles can also me pre-made and dropped off frozen for staff to cook as needed. Gift cards can be donated to cover the cost of pizza\, tacos or burgers and fries!!! \n\nLunch Ideas: Sandwiches\, wraps\, fruit and veggies\, pre-packaged individual items\nDinner Ideas: chicken\, mac and cheese\, salad\, and cookies.\n\nRECIPE IDEAS\n\n15 Casserole Recipes to Freeze \n\n\n5 Dump-and-Bake Freezer Meals! \n\n\n29 Freezer-Friendly Casseroles \n\n\nEasy Tuna Casserole Freezer Meal \n\n\nFreezer Meal Recipes \n\n\nBest Ever Freezer Meal Spaghetti Sauce \n\n\nChicken and Broccoli Alfredo Bake \n\n\nChicken and Vegetable Casserole with Crispy Onion Topping \n\n\nEasy Cheesy Tater Tot Chicken Casserole \n\n\nHomemade Freezer Sloppy Joes \n\n\nHam and Cream Cheese Roll-Ups (make-ahead lunch)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/adopt-a-meal-april-2023/
LOCATION:TX
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie":MAILTO:MelanieJ@mcwctx.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230501
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20220726T221231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T193525Z
UID:4025-1680307200-1682899199@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:Sexual Assault Awareness Month - April 2023
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the month of April\, we will be joining the nation in promoting awareness of sexual assault with other agencies and organizations in our area.  Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) gives our community the opportunity to speak up against sexual violence that will only grow if we keep silent.
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/sexual-assault-awareness-month-april-2023/
LOCATION:TX
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcwctx.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Sexual-Assault-Awareness-Month-SAAM.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T161501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T170019Z
UID:5903-1680336000-1682874000@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:ITEMS FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT VICTIMS (DONATION DRIVE)
DESCRIPTION:This is the underwear that no woman wants to wear.\n\nAnd it’s not just because it’s a plain cotton sports bra the color of Pepto-Bismol.\n\nIt’s because this is the underwear we give to survivors of rape and sexual assault after we take their own underwear as evidence.\n\nWe take their nice underwear\, their favorite underwear\, their cute underwear\, their comfy underwear\, their best-fitting bra\, their 75-dollar designer bra\, their weekend bra\, their work bra.  And we take it away from them while wearing gloves\, and drop it into a paper bag\, and seal it with evidence tape and write their police case number on the outside\, and send it to the state crime lab\, and they never see it again.\n\nAnd we give them some Fruit from the Loom to wear home\, back to a life and a world they no longer recognize and no longer trust.\n\nBut here’s the kicker:  That boring sports bra is WAY way WAY better than what some survivors get when they’re discharged.\n\nSome women have ALL of their clothes taken for evidence.  Shirt.  Undershirt.  Pants.  Bra.  Underwear.  Even their socks.  And if the local forensic/sexual assault program that cares for them doesn’t have — or won’t buy — or can’t buy — clothes for them\, they get discharged in hospital scrubs.\n\nAnd grippy hospital socks.\n\nAnd postpartum white-mesh hospital underwear.\n\nAnd no bra.\n\nEver seen a woman who’s just been raped\, just had a three-hour forensic exam\, just had every surface of her battered body swabbed and photographed and inventoried for the police\, ever seen her walk out of a hospital wearing oversized hospital scrubs —\n\n—and her arms wrapped tightly around her chest\, ashamed\, because she doesn’t have a bra to wear?\n\nI have.\n\nAnd I absolutely refuse to ever see it again.\n\nThis is $150 of underwear from Kohl’s.  My team and I buy this underwear ourselves for our patients\, because we are no longer willing to let any of our survivors go home without a bra\, or without a decent pair of underwear.\n\nIf you are looking for a place to donate something meaningful this holiday season\, reach out to your local Forensic Nursing team\, rape crisis center\, or domestic violence shelter.\n\nGo to Wal-Mart\, or Kohl’s\, or Target\, and buy clothes you’d feel comfortable in curled up\, safe at home\, watching TV.  And donate them.\n\nNew underwear\, a comfortable bra\, a comfortable pair of pants\, a soft hoody\, squishy socks — all of these things can help make a woman who has survived a violent rape feel like a person again.\n\nA person.\nNot a victim.\n\nBecause it’s a long walk down that hallway\, out of the hospital\, and back into the world.\n\nAt least she can be comfortable as she takes each step.\n\n* * *\n\n\nHeartbreaking but REAL & RAW account from a forensic nurse.\n\nMontgomery County Women’s Center advocates responded 515 sexual assault exams in 2021. \nIf you or your organization are interested in donating bras & underwear for our Sexual Assault Advocacy Program they can be dropped off or mail to:\nMontgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/monthly-donation-drive-sexual-assault-victims/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20230303T192822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T192822Z
UID:6410-1680336000-1682874000@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:Turn The Town Teal
DESCRIPTION:CONTACT US FOR DELIVERY OF YOUR MATERIALS: MELANIEJ@MCWCTX.ORG\n\nABOUT THE CAMPAIGN\n \n  \n \n  \nDOOR/ WINDOW FLYER
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/turn-the-town-teal/
LOCATION:TX
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230430T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20230303T193058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T193058Z
UID:6425-1680339600-1682877600@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:"In Bloom" Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/in-bloom-community-garden/
LOCATION:TX
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20230303T194130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T194529Z
UID:6430-1680512400-1680537600@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:"In Their Shoes" Courthouse Display
DESCRIPTION:APRIL 3\, 2023 (9:00AM-4:00PM) MONTGOMERY COUNTY COURTHOUSE \n“IN tHEIR SHOES” COURTHOUSE DISPLAY \nIN HONOR OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH WE ARE PROUD TO PRESENT A DISPLAY TO LEND A VOICE TO THE 819 SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVORS THAT WE ACCOMPANIED IN 2022. THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY WOMEN’S CENTER ADVOCATES SERVE AS AN INDISPENSABLE RESOURCE AND AN AGENT OF HOPE WHEN THEY ACCOMPANY SURVIVORS TO FORENSIC EXAMS. \n 
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/in-their-shoes-courthouse-display/
LOCATION:Montgomery County Courthouse\, 301 N. Main Street\, Conroe\, TX\, 77301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230403T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20230303T193558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T193559Z
UID:6427-1680517800-1680564600@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:Community Walk Against Sexual Assault
DESCRIPTION:APRIL 3\, 2023 (10:45-11:45AM) FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CONROE \n\n\nCOMMUNITY WALK & COURTHOUSE DISPLAY \nJoin us on APRIL 3RD\, from 10:45-11:30AM as we walk to support and honor victims of Sexual Assault in our community. We will be meeting in the parking lot of First Baptist Church Conroe at 10:45AM for a group photo and the walk will begin promptly at 11:00am. As a group we will walk Downtown Conroe and view the “In Their Shoes” Courthouse Display. Shirts and other merchandise will be available for purchase/ pickup. \n\n\n 
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/community-walk-against-sexual-assault/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church Conroe\, 600 N Main St\, Conroe\, TX\, 77301\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20230303T194440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T195131Z
UID:6433-1682499600-1682532000@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:DENIM DAY EVENT @ SOMETHING SPECIAL
DESCRIPTION:APRIL 26\, 2023 (10:00-3:00PM) SOMETHING SPECIAL RESALE \nDENIM DAY EVENT @ SOMETHING SPECIAL \nDONATE: CLEAN OUT THOSE CLOSETS AND DONATE YOUR GENTLY USED DENIM & OTHER CLOTHING ITEMS TO HELP SUPPORT VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT. \nSHOP: JOIN US FOR A FUN DAY OF SHOPPING — ENJOY 20% OFF SELECT ITEMS AND KNOW THAT YOUR DOLLARS ARE HELPING KEEP OUR SHELTER DOORS OPEN.
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/denim-day-event-something-special/
LOCATION:Something Special\, 19073 I-45 # 180\, Shenandoah\, TX\, 77385
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20230303T194708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T194708Z
UID:6436-1682506800-1682508600@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:Balloon Release @ Something Special
DESCRIPTION:APRIL 26\, 2023 (11:00AM) SOMETHING SPECIAL RESALE \nBALLOON RELEASE @ SOMETHING SPECIAL \nIN HONOR OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH\, WE WILL BE HOSTINGA COMMUNTIY BALLOON RELEASE TO SHOW SUPPORT FOR THE 819 SEXUAL ASSAULT VICTIMS WE SERVED THROUGHOUT 2022. STAY AFTERWARD TO SHOP. LEARN ABOUT HOW OUR AGENCY SUPPORTS VICTIMS IN OUR COMMUNTIY AND TAKE PART IN OUR “IN BLOOM” COMMUNTIY GARDEN. \n 
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/balloon-release-something-special/
LOCATION:Something Special\, 19073 I-45 # 180\, Shenandoah\, TX\, 77385
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20230310T151727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T151742Z
UID:6461-1682672400-1682676000@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:"Let's Talk About Consent" Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This engaging workshop is great for parents\, teachers and anyone who has teens in their life. We will discuss the definition of consent\, myths and facts associated with consent and consent vs coercion. \n  \nREGISTER: igfn.us/form/pDt5Jw
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/virtual-workshop/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL WEBINAR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T162514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T162514Z
UID:5908-1682928000-1685552400@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY BABY SHOWER (DONATION DRIVE)
DESCRIPTION:In the spirit of a traditional baby shower\, the Community Baby Shower is a celebration for new and expectant mothers. The purpose of the event is to assist clients fleeing abuse with the basic items needed to provide for their children. When families arrive at the shelter\, they are often in crisis situations. Being able to provide families with diapers and formula allow counselors and clients to focus on the safety components of the client\, once we know their basic needs are cared for. \n  \n\nThe following are suggested donation items for newborns and toddlers. New clothing is preferred\, but used items in good condition\, such as strollers\, are accepted. \n\n\n\nDisposable diapers (all sizes)\nWarm sleepers and pajamas\nDiaper wipes\nWarm clothing\, newborn to toddler\nReceiving blankets\nT-shirts/onesies\nBaby shampoo\nBaby monitors\nBatteries (AAA and AA)\nBottles\nFormula\nBaby food\nSippy Cups\nRattles and teething toys\nCar seats\nStrollers\nPack & Plays\n\n\nDonations can be dropped (or mailed) to: Montgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe\, TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/community-baby-shower-donation-drive/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230630T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T164340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T164340Z
UID:5913-1685606400-1688144400@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:FILL THE PURSE (DONATION DRIVE)
DESCRIPTION:Bring comfort\, hope and dignity to women and youth in crisis with the gift of purses filled with personal necessities. A lot of  women coming into our shelter escape these environments and situations where they walk out with nothing\, barely a jacket and maybe their wallet. They’re starting from zero. FILL THE PURSE is a way to bring comfort to them\, so they know that they’re not alone\, that you here for them. \nThis month we ask that you donate a new or gently used purse filled with full sized products such as: body wash\, shampoo\, conditioner\, deodorant\, feminine hygiene products\, a toothbrush\, toothpaste\, lip balm\, a hairbrush\, tissues\, a notepad\, a pen\, gas or grocery gift cards. \nWe ask that you do not donate any used or open products\, any hotel size products\, a worn or ripped purse\, any expired products\, or any food. \n  \nDonations can be dropped (or mailed) to: Montgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe\, TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara) \n 
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/fill-the-purse-donation-drive/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230701T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T185605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T195344Z
UID:5920-1688198400-1690822800@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:BACK TO SCHOOL DONATION DRIVE
DESCRIPTION:When a survivor of domestic violence comes to the shelter\, it’s because her life is in danger. Often because of circumstances that are beyond her control\, she and her children walk through our doors with very few personal belongings. During their stay here\, we provide all the essentials she and her children need until she can provide these items for herself and her family. Those essentials include backpacks and school supplies. This month we have a donation drive underway to collect enough of them to meet the needs of children at the shelter and those served by our transitional housing\, counseling and legal programs. \nImagine being in a domestic violence shelter\, not knowing when things are going to get back to normal and you need to go back to school. Help children and teens impacted by domestic violence return to school prepared and equipped to learn by donating to our Back-to-School Supply Drive. \n  \nYour donation will help provide school supplies\, suitable clothing\, gas cards to assist with transportation and most of all the reassurance that even today\, a fresh start can lead to success for the children of domestic violence survivors. \n  \nThere are three ways you can help:\n1. Shop our Amazon Wish List\n2. Donate Online\n3. Host your own back to school drive with your friends and family. \n  \nITEMS NEEDED: \n\nPencil bag\nCrayons\nColored pencils\nWashable markers\nMarkers\nHighlighters\nNo. 2 pencils\nPencil grips\nPencil sharpener\nGlue sticks\nErasers\nBlunt-tipped scissors\nPlastic folders\nTissues\nBackpack\nAssorted construction paper\nLunch box or bag\nPersonal organizer/ planner\nThree-ring binder\nThree-hole-punch\nWide-ruled\, one-subject notebooks\, graph paper\, multi subject notebooks\nPlastic folders\nScissors\nStandard calculator\nBlue or black pens\nBook covers\nRuler\nSubject dividers\nPost It Notes\nIndex Cards\nGift Cards (Gas\, Walmart\, Kroger\, HEB)\n\n  \nDonations can be dropped (or mailed) to: \nMontgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe\, TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/back-to-school-donation-drive/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230801T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230831T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T165849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T195610Z
UID:5915-1690876800-1693501200@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:FLIP FLOP DONATION DRIVE
DESCRIPTION:This month we are collecting flip flops (and other shoes) for our emergency shelter and sexual assault programs. \nShoe drives are a great\, easy way to help us provide those in need with new shoes in order to propel them into a better life. Cleaning out your closets and donating gently-used or new shoes is an easy\, convenient way to help those in need. \n\n\n\n\nThe benefits of hosting/ participating in our shoe drive extend far beyond your doorstep\, because you’ll also help the environment! By hosting a shoe drive\, you help create a sustainable program to recycle athletic shoes which will go to those in our emergency shelter\, transitional housing and counseling programs. Additionally they go to our resale store so people can access quality footwear at affordable prices. Funds raised at our resale store\, Something Special\, help keep our shelter doors open. \n\nDonations can be dropped (or mailed) to: \nMontgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe\, TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara) \nSomething Special: 19073 I-45 South\, Shenandoah (in the Portofino Plaza next to Sam’s Club)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/flip-flop-donation-drive/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20221219T190105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T190232Z
UID:5922-1693555200-1696093200@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:LINENS DONATION DRIVE
DESCRIPTION:The Montgomery County Women’s Center could not continue to serve and support survey without your donations of time\, talents\, and financial gifts. Many clients come to our shelter with nothing but the clothes in their back. By donating tangible items\, you can provide women and children with what they need to rebuild their lives free from abuse and fear. \nThis month we are focusing on linens for our Emergency Shelter. We ask that you bring new and gently used bath towels\, hand towels\, washcloths and twin sized bedding to assist in supplying our shelter and clients with all the comforts of home. \n  \nDonations can be dropped (or mailed) to: \nMontgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe\, TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara) \nSomething Special: 19073 I-45 South\, Shenandoah (in the Portofino Plaza next to Sam’s Club)
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/linens-donation-drive/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231031T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20230826T040540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230826T040655Z
UID:30478-1696140000-1698793200@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:Domestic Violence Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the month of October\, we will be joining the nation in promoting awareness of dating abuse with other agencies and organizations in our area.  Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) gives our community the opportunity to promote healthy relationships and speak up against domestic violence violence that will only grow if we keep silent. \nThis month is an opportunity for you to GET INVOLVED! Check out our UPCOMING EVENTS tab to see what we have going on.
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/domestic-violence-awareness-month/
LOCATION:TX
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231031T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T160532
CREATED:20230920T171844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T171954Z
UID:30694-1696147200-1698771600@mcwctx.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Donation Drive
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, we provide many opportunity to bring joy to a family that’s holiday season looks and sounds a little different. Through our Holiday Programs and Events\, our shelter residents and community families who have experienced domestic abuse are able to have some normalcy during the holidays through gifts donated by generous sponsors. \nThis Halloween we are in need of: \n\nTrick or Treat Buckets\nCandy\nCostumes\nParty Decorations\nTreat Bags\nNon-edible Goodies\n\n  \nPlease Contact: SiomaraC@mcwctx.org with questions
URL:https://mcwctx.org/event/halloween-event/
LOCATION:1401 Airport Rd\, Conroe TX 77301
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