Love Lights the Community: A Valentine’s Celebration in Bennington

Bennington, VT — The AIDS Project of Southern Vermont (APSVT), in partnership with
Turning Point of Bennington County, invites the community to a joyful Valentine’s celebration,
Love Lights the Community, on Friday, February 13th from 6:00–8:30 p.m. at Turning
Point Recovery Center, 601 Main Street, Bennington.
This fun, heart-filled evening will feature music and dancing, with entertainment provided by a
DJ and special guest performer Rev. Yolanda. Designed to bring people together in the spirit of
connection and care, Love Lights the Community is a substance-free, family-friendly event,
welcoming all members of the community.
In addition to music and dancing, the evening will include a bake sale and silent auction, with
proceeds supporting APSVT’s vital work across southern Vermont. Community members
interested in donating baked goods or silent auction items are encouraged to contact Natasha at
(802) 490- 4800.
Founded in 1988 by a group of dedicated volunteers, the AIDS Project of Southern Vermont has
served the region for more than 38 years, responding to the evolving realities of HIV/AIDS with
compassion, flexibility, and strong community-based leadership. What began as an organization
focused largely on end-of-life care has grown into a comprehensive regional provider of care
coordination, food access, harm reduction, and HIV testing and prevention services across
Bennington, Windham, and southern Windsor counties. APSVT’s programs continue to adapt
alongside advances in treatment and prevention and are delivered by skilled staff who are
passionate about providing a safe and inclusive environment. All services are provided
regardless of ability to pay.
Donations are welcome at the event and help sustain APSVT’s mission of promoting health,
dignity, and connection throughout southern Vermont.
What: Love Lights the Community – Valentine’s Dance Event
When: 6:00–8:30 p.m.
Where: Turning Point Recovery Center, 601 Main Street, Bennington
Who: Sponsored by the AIDS Project of Southern Vermont; co-hosted by Turning Point of
Bennington County
Highlights: DJ, guest performer Rev. Yolanda, dancing, bake sale, silent auction
Notes: Substance-free, family-friendly, all are welcome
Come celebrate love, community, and connection, and help light the way for a healthier, more
caring southern Vermont.