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Bellingham Rising joins Feb. 14 global campaign to end violence against women, girls

KIE RELYEA; THE BELLINGHAM HERALD
Published: Feb. 11, 2013 at 3:54 p.m. PST — Updated: Feb. 11, 2013 at 4:24 p.m. PST
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BELLINGHAM - A Valentine's Day event at Bellingham High School will be part of a global campaign to end violence against women and girls.

Called Bellingham Rising, the free event will feature more than 100 dancers, video, speakers and spoken-word presentations, according to organizers. Girls Inc. and Bellingham Children's Theatre are the sponsors.

Doors open at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, in the auditorium of the high school, 2020 Cornwall Ave. Performances begin at 7:30 p.m.

Bellingham Rising is part of One Billion Rising, a one-day global effort launched by playwright and activist Eve Ensler.

Details: onebillionrising.org and bellinghamchildrenstheatre.com. Bellingham Rising also has a Facebook page.

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