Barre Elks Lodge was notified of some Mothers and their children receiving support from Circle (formerly known as Battered Women’s Service and Shelter) that did not have any gifts from Santa for Christmas. With a little help from Facebook, Barre Elks members and friends sprang into action. Over $200 was collected and matched by the Lodge. Additional presents were purchased by members and friends of Barre Lodge and on Monday December 22, bags of toys, clothes, boots, socks, bedding, art supplies, and sleds for the children and coats, boots, bedding and clothing for their Mothers were presented to Circle Shelter Coordinator Cindy Browning and Lucinda Brewer, Youth and Family Coordinator
Circle is is the non-profit organization in Washington County, Vermont that provides support and services to victims and survivors of intimate partner violence. Circle provides a safe, confidential living place for women and children fleeing from abusive situations. Shelter staff offer emotional support, resources, and education about healthy relationships for residents while working with them to plan a future free from abuse.
From L to R: Esquire Maureen Lawson, Circle Youth and Family Coordinator Lucinda Brewer, Circle Shelter Coordinator Cindy Browning, Tiler Rhonda Boyce, member Tracy Fecteau, member Cindy Wedding, Past State First Lady Terry Paine, DDGER North Chip Paine.
From L to R: Esquire Maureen Lawson, Circle Youth and Family Coordinator Lucinda Brewer, Circle Shelter Coordinator Cindy Browning, Tiler Rhonda Boyce, member Tracy Fecteau, Loyal Knight Kristin Calcagni, member Cindy Wedding.