Art and wine event benefits LACASA
Howell ‘s MainStreet Winery will host a day of art and wine, on Saturday, May 18, from noon until 7 p.m. “Kindred Spirits: An Event of Art, Spirits and Hope,” will feature the works of artists Susan Gilland and Lisa Jarrell. A portion of the proceeds will benefit LACASA, a Livingston County nonprofit that helps [...]
Campaign helps parents prevent teen drinking
A substance abuse prevention campaign, “Parents Who Host, Lost the Most,” currently is being conducted in Livingston County. The Livingston Community Prevention Project (LCPP) is waging its sixth annual public awareness program to educate parents and communities about the health and safety risks of serving alcohol at teen parties. The campaign message, “Parents Who Host, [...]
There’s a link between sexual assault and substance abuse
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month— a time when LACASA works to increase awareness among teens and young adults about the link between sexual assault and substance abuse. This is a tough topic that we approach with care because we never, ever want to blame the victim. Thirty percent of sexual assaults involving teens and young [...]
Salute to the Stars raises $11,000 for Catholic Charities
On April 13, 2013, Livingston County Catholic Charities (LCCC) held our 9th Annual Salute to the Stars event – Celebrate Michigan! The evening included a wonderful Michigan themed meal; music from Michigan artists such as Kid Rock, Bob Seger, Motown and more; and a ceremony honoring Community Stars Suzanne Cowdrey, Richard Cowdrey and Dennis Flynn [...]
LACASA’s CASA program gets ‘Above and Beyond’ award
Program advocates for the needs of abused and neglected children in foster care or the family court system.
Hush Intimate Apparel donates to Cinderella’s Closet
Hush Intimate Apparel of Brighton is making a big noise around LACASA this week. Lisa Nelson, owner of Hush, recently donated more than $8,000 in merchandise to benefit LACASA’s Cinderella’s Closet shoppers as well as the nonprofit agency’s clients. The luxury underclothing will be offered for a nominal fee to high school girls who purchase [...]
Clothesline Project airs expressive art
Watch for clotheslines hanging throughout libraries and retail outlets in Livingston County this month.
Cinderella’s Closet to open for three weekends; high school girls invited to sign the ‘Prom Promise’
Cinderella’s Closet raises funds for LACASA while creating awareness about the dangers of alcohol and substance abuse—especially on special celebratory nights.
