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For women and children affected by domestic violence, sometimes Turning Point is their only resource. For years, we have offered services to the most vulnerable members of our community, providing counseling, guidance, and empowerment. This Ramadan, come to our Annual Fundraising Dinner to show your support for ending domestic violence and bringing hope to its victims.A delicious iftar (fast-breaking) dinner will be followed by a comedy show by Palestinian comic Maysoon, and a wonderful live performance by The Starts Youth Dabka Group. via avari.typepad.com