She Is Weekend: A Celebration of Women & Survivors
2026-03-28 18:00 - 23:30 UTC
Nyack Center | 58 Depew Avenue, Nyack, NY

Join us for a night celebrating, uplifting and affirming voices of women and survivors.

Through poetry, music, dance, story telling and more—women from different backgrounds, ethnicities and generations will share truth, grit, honesty and emotion.

Doors at 5:00pm | Show at 6:00 pm

Featuring: Anita Kopacz | Seren Divine | Diana Wilkins | Brianna Del-Marie Forbes | Kenyatta Jones-Arietta | The Yes Dears | Katie Elevitch and more!

Cash/Credit Bar and Complimentary Light Fare

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She Is Weekend: A Writing Workshop with Anita Kopacz
2026-03-29 14:00 - 17:00
District Hot Yoga | 13 S Broadway, Nyack

This free writing workshop will guide you into a space where you can experience healing and hope through intention setting, light breath movement, and writing. Space is limited.

Enter into this workshop with a pen and journal.

Join acclaimed author Anita Kopacz, an award-winning writer and spiritual advisor. She is the former editor in chief of Heart & Soul Magazine and managing editor of BeautyCents Magazine. When she is not writing, you can find her on the dance floor or traveling the world with her children. Anita lives in New York City with her family. She is the author of Shallow Waters and The Wind on Her Tongue.

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Safe & Together Training Institute
2026-04-15 08:00 - 2026-04-16 16:00, 2026-04-22 08:00 - 2026-04-23 16:00
Fire Training Center | 35 Firemens Memorial Drive, Pomona, New York

April 15 & 16, 2026 AND April 22 & 23, 20268:00 am – 4:00 pmFire Training Center | 35 Firemens Memorial Drive, Pomona, New York

Safe & Together’s four-day Core Training is designed to give practitioners a skills-oriented foundation for domestic abuse–informed practice. This training provides key skills and learnings for participants to implement the Safe & Together Model into their practice.

Each day of training provides experiential classroom training focused on the following foundational practice areas: Assessment, Interviewing & Engagement, Documentation, and Case Planning & Interventions.

Core Training explores the importance of:

Identifying the impact of domestic violence on children and family functioning

Gathering a fact-based assessment of the perpetrators’ behavior patterns

Partnering with survivors of domestic violence

Intervening with perpetrators

Understanding how domestic violence intersects with other issues like substance abuse and mental health

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For more information, contact Jean Roemer at jroemer@centersc.org or view an informational video.

Denim Day
2026-04-29 00:00 - 23:59
Join millions of people across the world in wearing jeans with a purpose—to support survivors and educate themselves and others about all forms of sexual violence.

Wear denim and tag us on all socials: @center4sc

Guest Bartending Event - Denim Day
2026-04-29 17:00 - 22:00
Otto’s Full Service | 505 Piermont Avenue, Piermont, NY

Join us for a guest bartending event at Otto’s Full Service!

All tips support victims & survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and other crimes.

A Night for Change 2026
2026-05-02 18:00 - 23:00
Hilton Pearl River

Thank you for joining us!

A Night for Change is an evening of meaning and gratitude—bringing together community leaders, advocates and supporters who believe that safety, dignity and stability should be within reach for everyone. We proudly honored two pillars of our community whose leadership and service reflect the values at the heart of our mission. Linie, our outgoing Board Chair, has guided the Center with vision and compassion for six years, strengthening our work and our future. Joe, Mayor of Nyack, has long demonstrated a commitment to community, civic responsibility and corporate philanthropy. Together, their leadership is a force for good.

2026 Event Journal

Event Chairs: Ruba Rizqalla, DDS • Lisa Sapia

Event Committee: Paul Adler, Esq • MaryAnn Bartels • Nancy Blaker Weber • Margo Bohlin • Lisa Chang • Linie Chang Rand • Kristina Coleman • Jennifer Crumpton Ross • Phyllis B. Frank • Katie Green • Helen Hostin, MD • Jeanette Hwang • Jill Kaliff • Jon Kupperman • Glenn Meyerson • Sandra Ortiz, MD • Marla Pasquale • George Pejoves • Achil Petit, EdD • Marlene Portnoy • Marsha Rand • Debbie Reich Goldberg • Nomita Sonty, PhD • Julie Stapen • Bob Sussman • Diane Sussman • Barbara Valente • Rita Van Buren • Jennifer White

Gun Violence Awareness Weekend: Wear Orange
2026-06-05 00:00 - 2026-06-07 23:59
Join millions of people across the world wearing orange in support of gun violence awareness.

Tag us on all socials @center4sc

More information on local event to come.

"Recipients of 2026 Boulders for Better” Charitable Campaign
2026-06-17 19:00 - 23:00
Clover Stadium | Rockland County, NY

Join us at Clover Stadium for a special night of Boulder baseball and community, benefiting Center for Safety & Change.

Enjoy a great night at the ball park while helping create safety, support and hope in our community. We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming baseball game fundraiser on Wednesday, June 17, at Clover Stadium. This is a great opportunity to:• Enjoy an action-packed baseball game• Spend time with friends, family, colleagues and fellow supporters• Give back to a meaningful cause

Every ticket purchased online and all proceeds from the 50/50 raffle will be donated back to the Center, supporting work that provides critical services to victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and other crimes throughout Rockland County.

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USE CODE BLDR4BETTER FOR ONLINE PURCHASE

Trivia Night
2026-06-22 19:00 - 21:00
La Fontana Cucina | Nyack, NY

Doors open 5:00 pm | Games start 7:00 pm

Only teams of four will be eligible to win.

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Women's Distance Festival
2026-07-12 08:00 - 14:00 | Rockland Lake State Park
Rockland Lake State Park

Join us for a day of empowerment, camaraderie and wellness as we celebrate the 39th Annual Women’s Distance Festival Run/Walk, the tri-state area’s premier 5k run/walk for women and girls only.

The Women’s Distance Festival is more than just a test of endurance; it’s a powerful step toward empowering women and supporting those in need. With every stride, every mile and every finish line crossed, we are contributing to the vital work of Center for Safety & Change and their mission to support, shelter and provide services to victims and survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, human trafficking and other crimes.

Register Now for the 5k!

Golf Benefit
2026-10-05 10:00 - 19:00
Rockland Country Club

Tee Off to Raise Money for the Center!

Join us on October 5, 2026, for the third annual Golf Outing to benefit Center for Safety & Change, a day of championship golf, great company and meaningful impact at Rockland Country Club in Sparkill, NY. More surprises are in store for this year so make sure you join us for golf, fun, food and good company for a good cause.

Your support helps provide life-saving services to thousands of victims and survivors each year. Contact spagecook@centersc.org with any questions.

Registration and Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available

For more information or to complete registration by mail, please download the event flyer or event sponsorship form.

Presenting Sponsor

CTG Technologies

Committee Members: Scott Amoye | Lisa & Michael Chang | Susan Ferestien | David Kaliff | Jon Kupperman | Kathy Perrotte | Michael Radziemski | Lisa Sapia | Karen Ann Vangor

19th Annual Simona & Jerome A. Chazen Business Luncheon
2026-10-09 11:30 - 13:30
Hilton Pearl River

Center for Safety & Change presents:

19th Annual Simona & Jerome A. Chazen Business Luncheon

Sponsorship Opportunities and Tickets Now Available!

Meet Our Honorees:

Harrington Press

Harrington Press delivers creative marketing solutions and helps your brand and business grow. With years of experience in print and marketing, they use the latest design and production techniques to bring your ideas to life. Their goal as a business is to always exceed their customer’s expectations. Harrington Press, LLC is committed to making it easier for you to order print. With long standings in Rockland County, Harrington Press is known for their philanthropic giving, generous services and making every non-profit and for-profit printing experience seamless and glamorous.

Orange Bank & Trust

Orange Bank & Trust is an independent bank that began with the vision of 14 founders over 130 years ago. They have grown through conservative banking practices, ongoing innovation and an unwavering commitment to the community and its business clientele to more than $2.5 billion in total assets. Orange Bank & Trust now has seventeen offices across four counties: Orange, Rockland, Westchester and the Bronx.

Event Chairs: Paul Adler, Esq. | Simona Chazen | Phyllis B. FrankCommittee Members: Amita Banerjee | Mary Ann Bartels | Karen Cancro | Kristina Coleman, LCSW, MPA | Nancy Durand, Esq. | Lisa Forero | Nikki Hines | Stephen Hittman | Jon Kupperman | Helga Lamarche | Glenn Meyerson | Louise Newsome | Sandra Ortiz, MD | Kathy Perrotte | Achil Petit, EdD | Diana Wilkins

Shine the Light
2026-10-15 11:30 - 14:00
PRESENTED BY:Center for Safety & Change

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.(R) Pi Iota Omega ChapterAWAKE, Hope’s Door, Moms Demand Action, My Sisters’ Place, Pace Women’s Justice Center, andPutnam Northern Westchester Women’s Resource Center

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Guest Bartending Event - Shine the Light
2026-10-15 17:00 - 22:00
Save the date for our October Guest Bartending Event!

More information coming soon, including location and guest bartenders.

2026 STOP F.E.A.R Conference: The Gabby Petito Story
2026-10-16 08:30 - 12:30
Rockland Community College, Ellipse | Technology Building

How Communities and Professionals Can Enhance Our Response to Domestic Violence

Rockland County STOP F.E.A.R 2026 Criminal Justice Conference

The Gabby Petito Foundation is committed to driving real change in the fight against domestic violence and missing persons. Inspired by Gabby’s legacy, our mission is to take action on the front lines, partnering with organizations and equipping communities and first responders with the tools, training and support they need to prevent and respond collectively to violence, and to protect those at risk.

Gabby’s story made national headlines as the world looked for her, praying she was still alive. In response to her death, the Gabby Petito Foundation was born. Her story has inspired people around the world and will continue to help others be free from the dangers of intimate partner violence.

Nichole Schmidt and Tara Petito, Gabby Petito’s mother and bonus mother, have dedicated their lives to honoring Gabby’s legacy through advocacy, education and prevention. Since Gabby’s tragic loss, they have become powerful voices for victims, survivors and families affected by domestic violence and missing persons cases.

Through their work with the Gabby Petito Foundation, they focus on raising awareness, supporting organizations that assist in locating missing persons and advancing efforts to prevent domestic violence. Together, they share Gabby’s story to inspire action, promote education and drive meaningful change with the goal of saving lives.

Friday, October 16, 2026 | 8:30am–12:30pmContinental Breakfast included | Registration RequiredRockland Community College, Ellipse | Technology Building

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Designer Bag Bingo
2026-10-22 17:30 - 23:00
The Nyack Seaport | 21 Burd St, Nyack, NY

Doors open 5:30 pm | Games start 7:00 pm

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