New Groups / Activities
*Being LGBTQ At Work. First Tuesday of the month (5/5), 6-7pm. Being LGBTQ at work—or even coming out at work—can be hard, even in a more progressive state like Massachusetts. Let’s support each other and build some confidence in a relaxed group setting! Info:megriesz@gmail.com
Crochet and Knitting Circle. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month (5/6 & 5/20), 11am-12:30pm. Do you enjoy making things out of yarn? Join us for crafting and good company. Prior knowledge of knitting/crochet required (no instruction offered). Some needles & yarn available. Info:Joanna@3speedlife.com
*Science Meetup. Weekly, Wednesdays 12-1pm. Provides an open space to learn and experiment with scientific principles, ask questions and meet and interact with other women. Info:wandaclayhenson@gmail.com
*Basic English/Spanish Discussion Group. 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (5/13 & 5/27), 11:00am-12:00pm. Are you an English speaker interested in improving your Spanish skills? ¿Hablas español y estás interesada en mejorar tu inglés? Join us for this informal discussion group! Info:womenspanishenglishclass@hotmail.com
*Street Harassment Discussion & Support Group. Last Wednesday monthly. 5/27, 6:30-8pm. A space to share experiences, work through feelings about them, and receive support from community. Info: info@safehubcollective.org
*Yoga with Elise, Thursdays (no group 5/14), 1-2pm. Gain strength, flexibility and confidence and learn breathing techniques for stress management, relaxation and focus. Open to women of all experience levels. Please RSVP to eliselovezumba@yahoo.com (space limited).
*Basics of Building a Business. 1st and 3rd Saturdays (5/2 & 5/16) 11:00am – 12:00pm. Want to start your own business? Have a great idea but unsure what to do next? Come learn the tools you need to start your own business! No prior knowledge required. Info: n.vgutteres@gmail.com
Crafternoons Series. Two Saturdays/month (5/16 & 5/30), 12-1pm. Meets twice a month. Make new friends and learn a new craft each session. Info: deborahgwen@gmail.com
On-Going Groups / Activities
*Feminist Book Club. Last Monday of the month (5/18), 7-8pm. A meeting to discuss books of all kinds, through the lens of feminist theory and our own experiences. All perspectives encouraged and welcomed. This month’s will be I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou. Info:jessicamchapman@ymail.com.
*Luncheons at the Women’s Center. Monday, 5/4, 12-1pm: Mindful Luncheon and Tuesday, 5/19, 12-1pm: Luncheon and discussion. For more info please call: 617-354-6394
Beading Group. Mondays, 2:30-4:30pm. Weekly. Come work on your own beading projects and socialize. All women welcome. Questions/info: call 617-354-6394
*Basic Yoga with Maddy. Mondays (no group 5/4), 6-7pm. This yoga class uses basic breathwork and poses to relax and rejuvenate the mind, body and spirit. Space is limited. Info/sign up: 617-354-6394 or maddybeauregard@gmail.com.
Painting and Drawing Group, Tuesdays, 11am-1pm. This class is open to all women who would like to paint, draw, and/or make art in a creative environment. No experience necessary. For more information, call 617-354-6394.
Creative Writing Group. Weekly. Tuesdays, 1-3pm. An open space for exploration and creativity through both guided and open ended writing. Participants will have the chance to share if they choose and give and receive feedback. Info: carmenwomenscenter@gmail.com
*Pro-Survivors Mother’s Group. 3rd Tuesdays monthly. Tuesday, 5/19, 6-7:30pm. A group for mothers of adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse to support each other in allegiance to the survivor, share related feelings & struggles, & offer each other strength/hope for healing. Info:prosurvivorsgroup@gmail.com or 508-446-1852
Survival and Support: Women Coping With the Mental Illness of Loved Ones. Tuesday, 5/12, 6-7:30 (one Tuesday/month). This peer discussion group provides a sharing space for women to talk about the challenges of supporting a friend or family member living with mental illness. Sign-up/Info: cwcsurvivsupp@gmail.com
Body Image Discussion Group. Tuesdays, 6-7pm. Weekly. Let's take the power back. Please join us as we explore the mold that has been created by the media for our bodies. Through our discussion we want to empower each other to not only love and accept our bodies but to promote self-love to all those we encounter. And, of course, everybody is welcome! Info:clsurace@gmail.com
*Teen Discussion Group. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays (5/6 & 5/20), 6-7pm. A safe space for female-identified teens to meet and discuss feminism and other topics relevant to their lives. Some upcoming discussion topics may include healthy relationships, body image, street harassment, LGBTQ issues and more. Info: 617-354-6394
Trauma Discussion Group. Weekly, Thursdays, 6-7pm. An intimate group where women can share and get support for all forms of trauma, past and present. Info: groupcambridge@gmail.com
Sewing Group. Thursdays, 10am-12pm,. This sewing group is open to all women who would like to sew with a machine or by hand. We will make or mend clothing, bags, quilts, etc. Open to all women. Questions/Info: BostonArtCollectives@gmail.com
*Cooking Basics. Thursdays, 12:00-1:00pm. Come learn to cook some easy and tasty recipes with basic ingredients. Info: 617-354-6394
*Ladies, Let’s Talk About It: Women’s Narcotic Anonymous (NA) Meeting. Thursdays, 6:30-8pm. Support group for women recovering from drug and alcohol abuse. Info: 617-354-8807
Mindful Art. Weekly. Fridays (last group 5/22), 1-2pm. Art group centered around Mindfulness techniques. Use the creative arts to be the best version of yourself. Info:mindfulartness@gmail.com
Drop-in Writing Tutorial. Weekly. Fridays, 5-6pm. Stumped on that cover letter? Struggling with that college paper? Looking for feedback on your writing? Come receive one-on-one writing support. Info: carmenwomenscenter@gmail.com
Incest Resources' Drop-In Discussion Group for Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse. 3rd Friday, monthly (5/15), 6-7:30pm. Topic: Living In Our Bodies. Meet other survivors, share commonalities and coping strategies. Please come on time! No one will be admitted after 6:15pm so that the group process will not be disrupted. Thank you! Meets on the 3rd Fridays of each month, September through June. Info: 617-354-8807.
*The Breakfast Club. Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am. Come join us for breakfast and conversation. We’ll cook and eat breakfast while enjoying each other’s company! Info: 617-354-6394
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