Herizon House celebrated the grand opening of a new second-hand store located in Pickering Village at 566 Kingston Rd. (just east of Church) on Saturday September 27th. A VIP reception was held for donors, staff and volunteers with placement of honourary field stones and an afternoon tea hosted by Victorian Tea Salon: Tea Granny and Friends. With the Hearts of Durham thirty-five board members and both Ajax Mayor Steve Parish and Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan on board, the event was a great success. Located in Ajax, Herizon House is a shelter for abused women and their children. They offer free confidential services 24 hours a day. Please call 905-426-1064 ext 2223 to drop off any donations.
Catherine Carney-White, Executive Director with Dana, Leslie and Cathy
Rick Johnson donates a cheque to Herizon House
Vanessa, Julie, Kimberly, Peggy and Laura serve up some tasty treats for guests
Deputy Cheif of Police Sherry Whiteway, Bruce Boyle of Herizon House and Pickering Mayor Dave Ryan
Jennifer and Tasha hold up their hearts and welcome guests
PPI Office Interior's Tricia Aziz and Larry Aziz
Shirley and Lisa of the Domestic Violence Sexual Assault and Care Centre
Johna and Jennifer arrange the used clothes on racks
