Monthly Calendar
See our calendar below for groups and workshops that are meeting this month.
All of our programs are volunteer-led - if you are interested in facilitating a group, download the form here and check out this page for more information. Please look at our calendar offerings first and see our programming needs.
If you are interested in attending a group and have children, childcare can usually be arranged if scheduled in advance. Please call our business line: 617-354-6394 to ensure there is enough volunteer staff coverage that day to provide childcare.
All activities are FREE. Most are through ZOOM.
Some are ON-SITE at 46 Pleasant Street.
Anyone for whom “woman” is a meaningful identifier or lived experience is welcome. For questions, please contact info@cambridgewomenscenter.org.
ACTIVE GROUP LEADERS & MEETING INFO FOR APRIL 2025
Board Meeting. ZOOM. Wednesday, 4/16, 6-7:30pm. Info/link: ruthgerickson@gmail.com
Body Positive Book Club. *READING NOT REQUIRED* Wednesday, 4/23, 6:30pm. The book: Fattily Ever After: A Black Fat Girl’s Guide to Living Life Unapologetically by Stephanie Yeboah. Stephanie speaks openly about her experience navigating life as a Black, plus-size woman and how she managed to find self-acceptance in a world of judgement and discrimination. If you haven’t read or finished the book, we still welcome you for body-positive support and reflection! Info/link: ignitedbyinnerbeauty@gmail.com
Compassionate Support Circle. ZOOM. Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-8pm. Share healing & empathetic listening, and conflict resolution help using "Nonviolent Communication." No experience necessary. Laurie Brandt, nvclaurie@gmail.com
Community Art Group. ON-SITE. Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30pm. Materials are provided for collage, painting, greeting cards, handmade books, coloring and more! Make what you like and enjoy making things together. Info: susanschmidt2023@gmail.com
Drivers of Hope. ON-SITE. Thursdays, 4/10 & 24, 3:30-4:30pm (new time). We will explore the intersection of literacy and hope, in a support group that helps each participant develop and strengthen their resiliency as they navigate the challenges life presents. Info: Phoebe, dreambetweentheline@gmail.com
<NEW> EmpowerU: Money Matters - A Guide to Financial Independence. ON-SITE 4/19, 2 pm. This presentation empowers women with practical financial skills, covering budgeting and saving, and investing to build confidence, independence, and long-term financial stability. Info: Tina Unwalla, tinaunwalla@gmail.com
Gentle Yoga. Zoom. Tuesdays, 4/1, 8 and 29, 4:15pm. Topics: 4/1 - Safe Space; 4/8 - Mindful motion; 4/29 - Grounded in Peace. An empowered atmosphere and a variety of yoga forms and movements are offered, providing options and choice to support your physical, emotional and mental health. This practice is recommended for any body, being or experience. Info: vlovecka90@gmail.com
Healing Through Creative Arts Zoom Workshop. Next workshop will be in May. Sponsored by Survivor Theatre Project for survivors of sexual abuse.
Knitting and crochet circle. ON-SITE. Saturdays, 4/5 (with Haley & Jesse), 12 (Jesse) & 19 (Julianna), 11am-1pm. Come and learn how to knit or crochet, or bring an ongoing project! Yarn and supplies will be provided. Info: Jesse, jessetordoff@gmail.com and Haley, haley.goodwin.short@gmail.com and Julianna, julianna.fusco@me.com
Let’s Write! Monday, 4/14, 10-11AM. The writing process can be a satisfying way to communicate your thoughts. Through exercises and prompts, this friendly group will help you write new material and explore new ideas (and to share if you want). No previous creative writing experience needed. Materials provided. Led by novelist Laura van den Berg. Info/link: laura: vandenberg8@gmail.com
Meditation Group. Tuesday 4/8 (2nd Tuesdays), 5:30-6:30pm. Learn & practice meditations for deep relaxation, self-compassion & mindfulness, with time for sharing & discussion. No experience needed. Info/link: christineradice@yahoo.com
Resource Hub Workshop. ON-SITE. Saturday, 4/12, 2pm. Housing Search Support. This workshop will provide an overview of the housing resources in the Cambridge/Boston area and introduce participants to a resource locator tool. In addition to the February 15 meeting, we will meet one-on-one with any individuals who request a Zoom meeting and will work around their schedules. Led by Valeria, valeriarobayo@hms.harvard.edu and Sabrina, spmeng@mit.edu
Sewing Group. ON-SITE. Thursdays, 11am-1pm. For women to sew or mend with a machine or by hand. Make or mend bags, clothing… No experience needed. Info Karlotta: graciegeorgie@gmail.com
Spanish-English Conversation Exchange. Zoom. Wednesdays, 1-2:30pm. ¿Hablas español y estás interesada en mejorar tu inglés? La intención es hacerlo de una forma amable y relajada. Are you an English speaker interested in improving your Spanish? The intention is to do so in a friendly and relaxed way. Info/link: SpanishEnglishExchange71@gmail.com
Straight Marriage, Still Questioning. Monday 4/21 (usually 2nd Mondays), 7-9pm and Tuesday, 4/22, 12-1:30pm. Zoom. A confidential peer-led support group for women in long-term straight relationships struggling with their sexual orientation. Screening required. Info/link: kate.e.flynn@gmail.com
Trauma Support/Discussion Group. Thursdays, 7-9pm. An intimate group where women can share and get support for all forms of trauma, past and present. Topics can change, and can be found along with zoom info on the group’s website at cwctraumagroup.org or email groupcambridge@gmail.com
Women’s 65+ Discussion Group. ZOOM ONLY. Wednesday, 4/23 (4th Weds.), 4-5:30pm. Topic: "Making the change we want to see” and last 10 minutes. “Politics." Info/link: judynstation@yahoo.com
Women’s Coping Group. Tuesdays, 4/1 & 29, 6-7:15PM. A general support group held in a dynamic, open, non-judgmental space for women who are seeking support in their lives. Run by a clinical social worker who specializes in trauma, DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and mindfulness. Info/link: jordanmoorelicsw@gmail.com
