Calendar

what's happening?

a calendar of events of interest to women and girls

Check out these local events of interest to women and girls.
If you'd like to add a future happening to our calendar page, please email us with the details of your event.

Please note that this listing includes events occurring from October 2003 through September 2004.

July 2004

January 2004

6
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women
To participate in any GROW program one must come to orientation, held the first Tuesday of every month.
6-7:30pm
25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 in the YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
Call 616-458-3404 to register. For more information visit
www.growbusiness.org

6
Maternity care transitions in northern rural Honduras: A preliminary ethnographic inquiry
Sponsored by the U of M Institute for Research on Women and Gender.
Understanding a more complex relationship between local traditional resources and the emerging medical system is a key aspect of integrating the choices of modern technology with traditional methods to maximize positive birthing outcomes while respecting cultural perspectives and birthing practices.
4pm
1136 Lane Hall, room 2239, University of Michigan, AnnArbor
Free and open to the public
For more information call 764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

8
Gilda's Club Volunteer Training
Gilda's club is a free support community of women, men and children with cancer and those who love them.
12-1pm
At the club houseI
For more information call 616-453-8300, visit Gilda's club website at www.gildasclubgr.org or email [email protected]

12
Bright Ideas Module,Time Management and Organization
Part of GROW Program, orientation required on Jan. 6
6-9pm
Location: 25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 (YWCA)
Class fee based on a sliding scale/10 dollar deposit required. For more infomation visit
www.growbusiness.org

13
Divorce Information Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Open to those currently going through or contemplating divorce. Facilitated by a female attorney.
6-7:30pm
For more information and workshop fees and registration,
call the Women's Resource Center at 616-458-5443 or visit their webpage at www.grwrc.org

13
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council, History in the Making
Co-sponsored by the Gerald R. Ford Museum and the Grand Rapids Historical Society.
Board Meeting, Cabinet Room
Historical commission by Barbara McGregor will be a short presentation about women in history or historical events in the West Michigan area.
7:30pm
Location: Gerald R. Ford Museum 303 Pearl St NW Grand Rapids, MI
FREE
For more information visit www.ggrwhc.org
or call 616-234-3603

14
Start Smart 1, Life as an Entrepreneur
Part of GROW Program, orientation required on Jan.6
6-9pm
Location: 25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 (YWCA)
Class fee based on a sliding scale/10 dollar deposit required.
Call 616-458-3404 or for more information visit
www.growbusiness.org

14
"State Feminism?" Gender and Socialist State Formation in Maoist China
Sponsored by the U of M Institute for Research on Women and Gender
Professor Wang Zheng will discuss her recent publication Some of Us: Chinese Women Growing Up in the Mao Era. She is the co-director of the first women's studies graduate program in China.
1:30pm
Location: 1136 Lane Hall, room 2239 University of Michigan, AnnArbor
Free and open to the Public
For more information call 764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

14
Grand Rapids Workshops for Women "Hurry Up and Relax"
Life Spring Enrichment seminars. Susan McFarland, trainer and liscensed professional counselor will conduct this seminar, with two more to follow on March 2nd and 4th.
80 dollars
Location: Life Enrichment Seminars 4861 Spring Ridge NE, Ada, MI 49301
For more information call Susan at 974-9050 or visit susanmcfarland.com

20
Non-Traditional Occupations Orientation
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Learn about occupations that are non-traditional to women.
Ask questions and receive information about exploring a non-traditional career.
6-8pm
For more information, or for workshop fees and registration call
the Women's Resource Center at 1-616-458-5443
or visit their website at www.grwrc.org

20
Your Interview Image Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Learn how to make that first impression at a job interview. Workshop offers fashion and grooming tips for interviews. Attendees will receive a free makeover.
10am-12pm
For more information, or for workshop fees and registration call
the Women's Resource Center at 1-616-458-5443
or visit their website at www.grwrc.org

20
Bright Ideas Module, Ask a Lawyer
Part of GROW Program, orientation required on Jan. 6
6-9pm
Location: 25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 (YWCA)
Class fee based on a sliding scale/10 dollar deposit required.
Call 616-458-3404 or for more information visit
www.growbusiness.org

20
"Homosexuality After Facism"
Sponsored by Uof M Lesbian, Gay, Queer, Research Initiative part of the Institute for Research on Women and Gender
Dagmar Herzog will offer new perspectives on Nazi homophobia and its legacies for the postwar era.
4pm
Location: 1136 Lane Hall room 2239 at the University of Michigan, AnnArbor
Free and open to the public
For more information call 764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

21
Bright Ideas Module,Economic Literacy, class 22
Part of GROW Program, orientation required on Jan. 6
6-9pm
Location: 25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 (YWCA)
Class fee based on a sliding scale/10 dollar deposit required
Call 616-458-3404 or for more information visit
www.growbusiness.org

21
Enhancing Your Job Search Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Explore how to effectively assess and discuss your skills,
network your way into a job, interview with confidence and much more.
1:30-4:30pm
For more information, or for workshop fees and registration call
the Women's Resource Center at 1-616-458-5443
or visit their website at www.grwrc.org

23
Life to Art, Art to Life: Crafting Poems from Personal Experience
Workshop for women who are new writers of poetry as well as more experienced poets.
Led by Laura Apol
175 dollars (50 deposit, 125 balance due)
For more information visit www.leaven.org or email [email protected] or call 959-855-2606 or 989-855-2277

25-29
A 4-Day Retreat for Women Writers
For women who desire a place of quiet and beauty in which to write with abandon. Each woman will have a private room. You will be in charge of how you spend your days.
175 dollars (50 deposit, 125 balance due)
For more information visit www.leaven.org or email [email protected] or call 959-855-2606 or 989-855-2277

26
Gilda's Club Volunteer Training
Gilda's club is a free support community of women, men and children with cancer and those who love them.
5-6 pm
At the club houseI
For more information call 616-453-8300, visit Gilda's club website at www.gildasclubgr.org

27
Divorce and Finance Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Learn strategies and tools to prepare for the financial impact of divorce and steps to re-establish financial security. Facilitated by a financial advisor.
6-7:30pm
For more information, or for workshop fees and registration call
the Women's Resource Center at 1-616-458-5443
or visit their website at www.grwrc.org

29
Start Smart 2, Can this Business Make Money?
Part of GROW Program, orientation required on Nov.4.
6-9pm
Location: 25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 (YWCA)
Class fee based on a sliding scale/10 dollar deposit required.
Call 616-458-3404 or for more information visit
www.growbusiness.org

31
Filmmaker Michael Moore speaks
Sponsored by Fountain Street Church
6pm
24 Fountain St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
FREE and open to the public
For more information call Fountain Street Church at 616-459-8386

February 2004

2
ACCESS Poverty Simulation
6:30pm Alger Park Church
To register for a session or for more information call ACCESS at 616-774-2175

3
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women
To participate in any GROW program one must come to orientation, held the first Tuesday of every month.
6-7:30pm
25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 in the YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
Call 616-458-3404 to register.
www.growbusiness.org

3
"Doulas as an emerging paraprofession: Results from a national survey"
Sponsored by the Institute for Research on Women and Gender at the University of Michigan
Speaker, Paula Lantz, Health Managment and Policy
4pm
Location: Lane Hall Room 2239, 204 S. State Street, AnnArbor, MI 48109-1290
FREE and open to the public
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

4
National Organization for Women
Monthly Meeting
7-9pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Drive SE
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

5
Social Issues and Film
Sponsored by the School of Communications at Grand Valley State University.
Come and hear guest speaker Rory Kennedy, award winning documentary film-maker known for taking on social issues including AIDS, mental illness and women's issues.
7pm
FREE and open to the public
Loosemore Auditorium of Grand Valley State University's Pew Campus DeVos Center, 401 W.Fulton
For more information call the Art Gallery at 616-331-2564 or the School of communications at 616-331-3668 for any further inquiries contact [email protected]

7
Grand Rapids Women's Chorus and Giwayen Mata "Echoes of Africa"
A concert of the GRWC in conjunction with Giwayen Mata an award winning, dynamic, soul stirring, all-sistah dance, percussion and vocal ensemble from Atlanta, Georgia.
8pm
St. Cecilia's Royce Auditorium
15 dollar tickets can be obtained before the event at Spirit Dreams on Lake Drive, or 20 dollars at the door.
For more information visit www.grwc.org or email [email protected]

9
Alternative Healing Fair
Sponsored by the Jane Hibbard Idema Women's Center
Presentations include massage therapy, Reiki, medical massage, shiatsu, and diet and nutrition information.
12-3pm
Moose Cafe, Cook Carriage House at Aquinas College
FREE and open to the public
For more information email the Women's Center at [email protected]or visit www.aquinas.edu/womenscenter/

10
Sexual and Physical Victimization of Female Sex Workers: An Empirical Investigation
Sponsored by the Institute for Research on Women and Gender at the University of Michigan
Speaker, Hans Anand Pant
12 Noon
Location: Lane Hall Room 2239, 204 S. State Street, AnnArbor, MI 48109-1290
FREE and open to the public
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

12-14
The Vagina Monologues
GVSU Women's Center and the Nokomis Foundation present Eve Ensler's play The Vagina Monologues
8pm
Location: Wealthy Street Theatre
8 dollars for students 16 dollars for everyone else, all proceeds go to area women's shelters.
For more information email [email protected] or call 616-331-2748

12
Bright Ideas Module, Financing your Business
Part of GROW Program, orientation required on Feb. 3
6-9pm
Location: 25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 (YWCA)
Class fee based on a sliding scale/10 dollar deposit required.
Call 616-458-3404 or for more information visit
www.growbusiness.org

12
"About Face: Sex and Voice in Sunset Boulevard"
Sponsored by the University of Michigan's Queer Research Initaitive
Speaker; Professor and author Paul Morrison from Brandeis University.
4pm
FREE and open to the public
204 S. State Street 1136 Lane Hall, Room 2239, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1290
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

16
Career Night for Women
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Find out how to break into higher-paying, non-traditional careers for women..
6:30-8:30pm
At Kentwood Public Library
For more information call
the Women's Resource Center at 1-616-458-5443
or visit their website at www.grwrc.org

17
Divorce Information Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Open to those currently going through or contemplating divorce. Facilitated by a female attorney.
6-7:30pm
For more information and workshop fees and registration,
call the Women's Resource Center at 616-458-5443 or visit their webpage at www.grwrc.org

17
Bright Ideas Module, Store Front Issues
Part of GROW Program, orientation required on Feb. 3
6-9pm
Location: 25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 (YWCA)
Class fee based on a sliding scale/10 dollar deposit required.
Call 616-458-3404 or for more information visit
www.growbusiness.org

18
Media and Power, Impacting Women's Lives
Sponsored by GVSU's Women's Center, Counseling Center, WIVC, and others
Ann J. Simonton founder of Media Watch and former sports illustrated model will discuss media images and their effects on women and men.
9pm
Location: Allendale Campus of Grand Valley State University, Kirkof Center, Pere Marquette Room.
FREE and open to the public
For more information call JoAnn or Kristie at 616-331-2748 or visit www.gvsu.edu/women_cen/

21
George McGovern
Sponsored by Fountain Street Church
7:30pm
Location: 24 Fountain St. NE, Grand Rapids,MI 49503
Tickets are $14 in advance, $16 at the door.
There are sponsorships available for students to attend the lecture and a reception for McGovern.
For tickets call 913-2218
For more information call Fountain Street Church at 616-459-8386

20-22
Doing our own Work: A seminar for Anti-Racist White Women
This is a three weekend seminar for white women who seek to deepen their commitment to confronting and challenging white racism where they live and work.
Lead by Melanie Morrison, Eleanor Morrison and Ann Flescher
145 dollars (75 deposit, 400balance due)
For more information visit www.leaven.org or email [email protected] or call 959-855-2606 or 989-855-2277

23
Bright Ideas Module, Minding Your Own Business (MYOB), class 27
Part of GROW Program, orientation required on Feb. 3
6-9pm
Location: 25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 (YWCA)
Class fee based on a sliding scale/10 dollar deposit required.
Call 616-458-3404 or for more information visit
www.growbusiness.org

25
Enhancing Your Job Search Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Explore how to effectively assess and discuss your skills,
network your way into a job, interview with confidence and much more.
1:30-4:30pm
For more information, or for workshop fees and registration call
the Women's Resource Center at 1-616-458-5443
or visit their website at www.grwrc.org

28
A Gathering of Gardeners: Classes in Organic Gardening, first class
This three-Saturday class series will meet from 10-4 on the last Saturday of February, March and April. Each session will include a presentation followed by hands-on application of techniques. Presented by April Allison and guest speakers.
175 dollars (50 deposti, 125 balance due)
For more information visit www.leaven.org or email [email protected] or call 959-855-2606 or 989-855-2277

March 2004

2
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women
To participate in any GROW program one must come to orientation, held the first Tuesday of every month.
6-7:30pm
25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 in the YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
Call 616-458-3404 to register.
www.growbusiness.org

2
"Understanding cardiovascular risk: Moving beyond the gender lens"
Sponsored by the Institute for Research on Women and Gender at the University of Michigan
Speaker, Catherine Kim, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology
4pm
Location: Lane Hall Room 2239, 204 S. State Street, AnnArbor, MI 48109-1290
FREE and open to the public
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

3
National Organization for Women
Monthly Meeting
7-9pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Drive SE
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

3
Women's City Club-Women Artists
First session in a series of lectures by Professor Sara Albert discussing Mary Cassatt, Georgia O'Keefe and other lesser known female artists.
1:30pm
Location: Women's City Club, 254 E. Fulton, GR, MI
$50 dollars for five lectures, REGISTER IN ADVANCE by calling 616-459-3321

3
ACCESS Poverty Simulation
6:30pm Covenant Christian Reformed Church
To register for a session or for more information call ACCESS at 616-774-2175

4
Calling all Crones
Sponsored by Schuler Books and Music on 28th Street
An evening of book reviews about what it means to be a crone.
5-6pm
FREE
For more information call Schuler Books at 616-942-2561

4
"'Be a Gay We Can Be Proud of': Gay Politics and Prison Sexual Culture, 1970-85"
Sponsored by the Universityof Michigan Queer Research Initiative
Speaker; Regina Kunzel from Williams College
4pm
FREE and open to the public
204 S. State Street 1136 Lane Hall, Room 2239, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1290
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

7
West Michigan Academy of Music for Girls Presents:
Shamrocks and Thyme: an Irish Garden with special guest "The Conklin Ceili Band"
3pm
$4 in advance, $5 at the door. Children five and under are free.
Location: First United Methodist Church, 227 E. Fulton Street, Grand Rapids, MI
For more information call 616-361-6111

8
International Women's Day
Sponsored by YWCA and GR Institute for Information Democracy
6:30-9pm
Discuss world and local politics, view films, register to vote, get info on local women's movements and networks, hear speakers discuss legislative issues.
Location: YWCA Sheldon Blvd. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

9
The Global Feminisms Project
Sponsored by the Institute for Research on Women and Gender at the University of Michigan
Speakers; Jayati Lal, Abigail Stewart
12 noon
Location: Lane Hall Room 2239, 204 S. State Street, AnnArbor, MI 48109-1290
FREE and open to the public
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

9
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Board Meeting
Mary Seeger will present History-Mysteries, she will discuss historical mystery novels written by women about women detectives.
Location: VanderVeen Center for the book, 3rd floor, Grand Rapids Public Library
For more information call 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

10
"The Long and the Short of Holocaust Poetry"
Sponsored by Grand Valley State University
Speaker Susan Gubar, founding scholar of Women's Studies
7:30pm
Location: Loosemore Auditorium, Pew Campus at GVSU, Grand Rapids
FREE and open to the public
For more information visit www.gvsu.edu/women_cen

10
Diversity Lecture Series IX: Christina Garcia, "Beyond the Hyphen: Identitiy in the Age of Multi-culturalism"
Sponsored by Grand Rapids Community College
Speaker Susan Gubar, founding scholar of Women's Studies
7pm
Location: Applied technology Center
FREE and open to the public
To reserve tickets call the GRCC Diversity Learning Center at 234-3390

10
Women's City Club-Women Artists
Second session in a series of lectures by Professor Sara Albert discussing Mary Cassatt, Georgia O'Keefe and other lesser known female artists.
1:30pm
Location: Women's City Club, 254 E. Fulton, GR, MI
$50 dollars for five lectures, REGISTER IN ADVANCE by calling 616-459-3321

10
Women's Center Tea Party
Sponsored by the Grand Valley State University Women's Center and Gender Studies.
This event continues the tradition of a tea part with discussion of literature, politics and reform. This year Karen Libman, professor of theatre will perform a piece drawn from her recent portrayal of Virginia Woolf's " A Room of One's Own."
4pm
FREE
Location: Pere Marquette Room, Kirkhof Center, GVSU, Allendale
To register to participate contact the Women's Center at 616- 331-2748 or email them at [email protected] or vist them at www.gvsu.edu/women_cen/

10
AAUW Chapter Meeting
Sponsored by the Grand Valley State University Women's Center and local chapter of the American Association of University Women
Attend a meeting to find out how you can get involved with AAUW initiatives such as promoting diversity and education and advocating for equality for women and girls.
6pm
FREE
Location: GVSU Women's Center, Room 161 Kirkhof, GVSU, Allendale
For more information call331-2748 or visit www.gvsu.edu/women_cen

11
A Walk with Gwen Frostic
Speaker Jennifer Morrison will discuss how artist Gwen Frostic grew from a handicapped child from whom little was expected into a woman of many accomplishments.
7:30pm
Location: Gerald R. Ford Museum
FREE and open to the public, reception will follow

11
Creating New Images, Women Make a Difference, 2004 Art Exhibition
Some of the artists featured are Eunicz Bolt, Kathleen Kalinowski, and Suelan Yu, among many others.
6-8pm
Location: Eberhard Center, Grand Valley State University, 301 W. Fulton, Grand Rapids, MI
$35 per person, $60 per two guests, $20 is tax deductible.
Please RSVP by March 4 to Girl Scouts of Michigan Trails 616-784-3341 or 800-442-1401
For more information email [email protected] or visit www.gsmt.org

11
"A Feminism of One's Own"
1pm
Location: Grand River Room, Kirkhof Center, GVSU, Allendale
FREE and open to the public
For more information visit www.gvsu.edu/women_cen

11
Reformed Community and Their Civic Contributions
Co-sponsored by the Gerald R. Ford Museum and the Grand Rapids Historical Society.
Pujita Sieplinga granddaughter of author and activist Lillian Grissen will pay tribute to her female elders from the Christian Reformed tradition. Largely overlooked and under acknowledged, these women have engaged the world by founding important social institutions and running for political office.
7:30pm
Location: Gerald R. Ford Museum, 303 Pearl NW, Grand Rapids, MI
FREE
For more information visit www.ggrwhc.org
or call 616-234-3603

11
Eating Issues and Body Image: Practical Ways to Help Your Daughter, Sister, Friend
Sponsored by the Center for education of Women at the University of Michigan
12-1:30pm
Panelists include Stacey Pearson, Psychologist and Sherri Szuch,Psychotherapist,among others.
FREE
Feel free to bring a lunch.
Location: Wolverine Room, Michigan Union, 530 South State St., Ann Arbor, MI
For more information call the Center for the Education of Women at 734-998-7080 or visit www.umich.edu/~cew/

13
On Not Knowing Spanish: Speculations on Race, Sexuality, and 'Community' in the Transnational City
Sponsored by the Universityof Michigan Queer Research Initiative
Speaker; Phillip Brian Harper, New York University
4pm
FREE and open to the public
204 S. State Street 1136 Lane Hall, Room 2239, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1290
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

13
Workshop: What Does it Mean to Be a Crone?
10am-12noon
$10
Fountain Street Church
For more information contact Janet Crump 616-682-8324 or Bunny Voss at 616-331-6631

13
Religion in the Lives of African American Women
Co-Sponsored by the Center for education of Women at the University of Michigan, UM Women of Color in the Academy Project, and the UM Women of Color Task Force.
12-1:30pm
Presenter: Linda Chatters, Assoc. Prof., UM School of Public Health and UM School of Social Work.
Dr. Chatters will discuss the findings from her book Religion in the Lives of African Americans: Social, Psychological and Health Perspectives.
FREE
Location: Center for the Education of Women (CEW), 330 East Liberty Street., Ann Arbor, MI
For more information call the Center for the Education of Women at 734-998-7080 or visit www.umich.edu/~cew/

17
Women's City Club-Women Artists
Third session in a series of lectures by Professor Sara Albert discussing Mary Cassatt, Georgia O'Keefe and other lesser known female artists.
1:30pm
Location: Women's City Club, 254 E. Fulton, GR, MI
$50 dollars for five lectures, REGISTER IN ADVANCE by calling 616-459-3321

18
Rebecca Walker, National Speaker
Sponsored by Grand Valley State University
Leader in the third wave feminis movement, author and activist.
Time: 7pm
Location: Grand River Room, Kirkhof Center, GVSU,Allendale
FREE and open to the public
For more information visit www.gvsu.edu/women_cen

18
Boy Gets Girl
Opening night of the play Boy Gets Girl which deals with issues surrounding stalking. Other nights showing are March, 19,20,25,26, and 27. There will be a special talk back after the March 19th performance. Tickets are available for the dress rehearsal on March 17 for $7.
All performances are 8pm
Location: Spectrum Theatre 160 Fountain NE, Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $20, on Thursdays buy two tickets, get one half price.
Reduced Student Rush tickets if available are $7 at the door.
Regular tickets may be reserved by calling 616-234-3946

20
Women's Retreat with Tess Marshall
Sponsored by the GVSU Women's Center and other campus organizations.
This women's retreat will be based on Tess' book Flying by the Seat of My Soul. Participants will receive a workbook, lunch and lots of practical knowledge about being outrageously happy.
10am-2pm
Kirkhoff Center Room 204, Grand Valley State University, Allendale
RSVP to 331-2748 or email [email protected] by March 15 to participate. For further information contact the GVSU women's center at 331-2748 or visit them on the web at www.gvsu.edu/women_cen/

23
GRCC Sixth Annual Salute to Women Reception and Awards
Sponsored by Grand Rapids Community College
Laurie Faber Foster, Jean Reed Bahle and Dr. Shirley West and Crystal Knoll will all be honored.
1-3pm
FREE and open to the public
Applied Technology Center, GRCC Grand Rapids

24
Women's City Club-Women Artists
Third session in a series of lectures by Professor Sara Albert discussing Mary Cassatt, Georgia O'Keefe and other lesser known female artists.
1:30pm
Location: Women's City Club, 254 E. Fulton, GR, MI
$50 dollars for five lectures, REGISTER IN ADVANCE by calling 616-459-3321

25
Women Pioneers Panel
Sponsored by Grand Valley State University
Presenters are faculty members from the history department
12pm
Location: 104 Kirkhof Center, GVSU, Allendale Campus
FREE and open to the public
For more information visit www.gvsu.edu/women_cen

25
Advocacy Training for Women's Issues
Sponsored by the Grand Rapids chapter of NOW and Grand Valley State University'sWomen's Center
Learn about the legislative process and how to make a difference with Jean Doss.
7-8:30pm
FREE and open to the public, pleaser RSVP by calling 313-2748 or emailing [email protected] no later than March 24 at 5pm.
Location: 215/216 Kirkhoff Center, GVSU, Allendale Campus
For more information visit, www.gvsu.edu/women_cen or ,www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

30
Employer Recognition Awards; Success of Women in the Workplace.
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Keynote speaker Bobbie Gaunt, retired president and CEO of Ford of Canada, and corporate Vice President Ford Motor Co.
Conference 8-11:30am
Awards Luncheon 11:45-1:30pm
$45 dollars to attend the conference
$99 to attend the conference and luncheon
For more information call Charlotte at WRC at 616-458-5443 ext. 14 or visit www.grwrc.org

30
ACCESS Poverty Simulation
9:30am Grace EpiscopalChurch
To register for a session or for more information call ACCESS at 616-774-2175

31
Women's City Club-Women Artists
Second session in a series of lectures by Professor Sara Albert discussing Mary Cassatt, Georgia O'Keefe and other lesser known female artists.
1:30pm
Location: Women's City Club, 254 E. Fulton, GR, MI
$50 dollars for five lectures, REGISTER IN ADVANCE by calling 616-459-3321

April 2004

Girls in the Wild: a Rites of Passage summer program for girls
Register for this summer overnight camp just for girls 11-13 years old focusing on girl power, with activities like hiking, dancing, art projects, body facts, rope courses, and camping.
Location: Adventure Centre at Pretty Lake, Mattawan, MI
Starlight Camp: June 11-13, 2004 $175
Moonlight Camp: July 11-16 $425
Some Scholarships are available, May 1st is the last day to register.
Contact Dawn Wood at 269-375-1664 for more information and an application.

1
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

1
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Citizen King a documentary about the lesser known last five years of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life.
2:30pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

1
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Home of the Brave a documentary about Viola Liuzzo the only white woman murdered during the Civil Rights movement.
7pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

1
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Thirst a documentary about multinational corporations seizing control of water supplies around the world and the grass roots opposition to those actions.
9pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

2
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents A Place of our Own a documentary about Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard that has historically and politically become a haven for affluent black families.
11:30am
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

2
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Farmingville a documentary about a small community in Long Island and their community's struggle when thousands of undocumented migrant workers appear on their "idyllic" shores.
1pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

2
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Tobacco Money Feeds my Family a documentary depicting the lives of several local tobacco farmers in North Carolina.
7pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

3
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Thirst a documentary about multinational corporations seizing control of water supplies around the world and the grass roots opposition to those actions.
3pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

3
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Citizen King a documentary about the lesser known last five years of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life.
7pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

3
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Home of the Brave a documentary about Viola Liuzzo the only white woman murdered during the Civil Rights movement.
9:30pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

4
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Tobacco Money Feeds my Family a documentary depicting the lives of several local tobacco farmers in North Carolina.
11am
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

4
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Home of the Brave a documentary about Viola Liuzzo the only white woman murdered during the Civil Rights movement.
1pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

4
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents Farmingville a documentary about a small community in Long Island and their community's struggle when thousands of undocumented migrant workers appear on their "idyllic" shores.
7pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

4
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
Wealthy theatre presents A Place of our Own a documentary about Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard that has historically and politically become a haven for affluent black families.
9pm
Location: Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthry St. SE Grand Rapids, MI
Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students, proceeds go to Wealthy Theatre Scholarship programs. For tickets call 616-222-4000 or 1-800-585-3737or visit startickets.net
For more information visit www.wealthytheatre.org

5
True Story
Aquinas College Women's Center presents Allison Williams performing in her one-woman show which highlights extraordinary true stories told by real women.
3pm
Location: Aquinas College Performing Arts Center, 1607 Robinson Rd. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506
FREE and open to the public
For more information call 632-2821 or visit www.aquinas.edu/womenscenter/rwc.htm

6
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women
To participate in any GROW program one must come to orientation, held the first Tuesday of every month.
6-7:30pm
25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 in the YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
Call 616-458-3404 to register.
www.growbusiness.org

6
"Gender and PTSD: Understanding the effects during the childbearing years"
Sponsored by the Institute for Research on Women and Gender at the University of Michigan
Speaker, Juliet Rogers, Program director UMHS Nat'l Center of Excellence in Women's Health
4pm
Location: Lane Hall Room 2239, 204 S. State Street, AnnArbor, MI 48109-1290
FREE and open to the public
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

7
National Organization for Women
Monthly Meeting
7-9pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Drive SE
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

8
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

8
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council,Carolyn Bartlett Crane on Peace and Patriotism: Women and War in the Progressive Era.
Co-sponsored by the Gerald R. Ford Museum and the Grand Rapids Historical Society.
Linda Rynbrandt will examine the struggle between peace and patriotism faced by women reformers in the Progressive Era through comparison between the actions and attitudes of Jane Addams and Michigan reformer, Caroline Bartlett Crane.
Location: Gerald R. Ford Museum, 303 Pearl NW, Grand Rapids, MI
7:30pm
FREE
For more information visit www.ggrwhc.org
or call 616-234-3603

13
Divorce Information Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Open to those currently going through or contemplating divorce. Facilitated by a female attorney.
6-7:30pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

13
Women and Depression
Sponsored by the Institute for Research on Women and Gender at the University of Michigan
Speaker, Susan Nolen-Hoeksma, IRWG, Psychology, Psychiatry
12 noon
Location: Lane Hall Room 2239, 204 S. State Street, AnnArbor, MI 48109-1290
FREE and open to the public
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

13
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Board Meeting
Norma Brink will present Current Status of Theatre in Grand Rapids, she will profile the theatre scene in Grand Rapids, discussing the 'legitimate' theatres and their productions.
Location: VanderVeen Center for the book, 3rd floor, Grand Rapids Public Library
Free and open to the public
For more information call 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

14
Planned Parenthood Poster Party
Meet local participants who are going to Washington for the March for Women's Lives April 25, and help make posters about the march.
7pm
Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Dr. SE (across from Gibson's)
Snacks and poster making materials will be provided, feel free to bring markers.
To find out more call 774-7005 and ask for Alice.

15
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

18
Grand Rapids First Community Croning Ceremony
2-4pm
Location: Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain, Grand Rapids, MI
For more information contact either: Janet Crump 616-682-8324, Pam Daugavietis 616-942-1135, Johanna Sizich 616-475-5771, Mary Thompson 616-459-8386 x 227, or Bunny Voss 616-331-6631

20
Non-Traditional Occupations Orientation
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Learn about occupations that are non-traditional to women. Ask questions and receive information about exploring a non-traditional career.
6-8pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

22
National Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day
For more information, visit www.takeourdaughterstowork.org

22
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

25
March for Freedom of Choice, Save Women's Lives
Co-sponsored by the Feminist Majority, NARAL pro-choice America, National Organization of Women, and Planned Parenthood Federation of America.
Busses leaving Grand Rapids March 23 and 24.
Bus Fare 55 dollars through December 1, 2003
Bus Fare 65 dollars after December 1, 2003
Assemble 10am on the National Mall, Washington D.C.
Step off 12 Noon
Rally 1pm
For more information visit www.miplannedparenthood.org and
www.marchforchoice.org or call 202-349-3838

27
Divorce and Finance Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Learn strategies and tools to prepare for the financial impact of divorce and steps to re-establish financial security.
6-7:30pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

28
Enhancing Your Job Search Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Explore how to effectively assess and discuss your skills, network your way into a job, and interview with confidence.
9:30am-12:30pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

28
Women of Achievement and Courage Awards Dinner
Sponsored by The Michigan Women's Foundation
At the Pinnacle Center
For more information visit the Michigan Women's Foundation at www.miwf.org

29
"Girls and Bullying" by Dr. Marcia McEvoy
Sponsored by Grand Rapids Community College
6-8pm
FREE and open to the public
Location: Applied Technology Center Auditorium, GRCC, Grand Rapids
For more information call 616-234-3600

29
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

May 2004

4
"Participation of women in clinical research: The women's health registry model and other gender-based strategies"
Sponsored by the Institute for Research on Women and Gender at the University of Michigan
Speaker, Juliet Rogers, Program Director UMHS Nat'l Center of Excellence in Women's Health, Co-Director, UM Women's Health Registry
4pm
Location: Lane Hall Room 2239, 204 S. State Street, AnnArbor, MI 48109-1290
FREE and open to the public
For more information call 734-764-9537 or visit www.umich.edu/~irwg/

5
National Organization for Women
Monthly Meeting
7-9pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Drive SE
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

5
Women of Achievement and Courage Awards Dinner
Sponsored by The Michigan Women's Foundation
At the Ritz-Carlton, Dearborn MI
For more information visit the Michigan Women's Foundation at www.miwf.org

6
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

11
Divorce Information Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Open to those currently going through or contemplating divorce. Facilitated by a female attorney.
6-7:30pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

11
Annual Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Campaign
President Mary Seeger will share reflections on the activities of the council over the past year and discuss plans for the coming year.
4pm
FREE and open to the public
VanderVeen Center for the Book, 3rd floor, Grand Rapids Public Library
For more information call 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

11
Suffrage Centennial '99 Re-enactment
GRTV, Cable Channel 25
4pm

11
Annual Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Campaign
President Mary Seeger will share reflections on the activities of the council over the past year and discuss plans for the coming year.
4pm
FREE and open to the public
VanderVeen Center for the Book, 3rd floor, Grand Rapids Public Library

11
Women's Resource Center Spring Seminar Series
Session 1:Negotiating Skills, presenter Rita Amel
Learn more about professional development topics that are in demand for today's career growth. Targeted to entry level and mid-management women.
7:30-11:30 am Continental Breakfast and Networking Opportunities
$65 per session or $175 for all three sessions
Location: New Horizons Computer Learning Center 5315 28th St. Court Grand Rapids
For more information contact Dana Kingrey at 616-458-5443 ext. 11 or e-mail [email protected]

12-13
A Future for Women Retreat
Sponsored by Journey and WITNESS and The Network to Empower Women
Led by Marchiene, this retreat is meant to empower women by connecting them to resources in the church and the community.
9am-4pm
$80, $50 for seminary students
Western Theological Seminary, 101 E. 13th street, Holland, MI 49423
For more information or to register call, fax or e-mail Judy Boss. Phone: 616-392-8555, Fax 616-392-7717, email: [email protected]

13
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

14-15
Michigan NOW Conference
Sponsored by National Organization for Women
Save the date, more information to come.
Location: Holiday Inn West in Kalamazoo, MI.
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

16
West Michigan Academy of Music for Girls presents:
"Roses and New World Lilies: Gardens of the Americas"
7pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Dr. SE
For more information call 616-361-6111 or email [email protected]

16
West Michigan Academy of Music for Girls presents:
"Concert for a Spring Afternoon"
3pm
Location: St. Isidore Church, 628 Diamond NE
For more information call 616-361-6111 or email [email protected]

18
West Michigan Academy of Music for Girls presents:
Spring Event
5-7pm
Location: Cascade Hills Country Club
For more information call 616-361-6111 or email [email protected]

18
Women's Resource Center Spring Seminar Series
Session 2:Networking in the Workplace,Presenter: Rob Pocock, Assoc. VP, Marketing and Communications, Priority Health
Learn more about professional development topics that are in demand for today's career growth. Targeted to entry level and mid-management women.
7:30-11:30 am Continental Breakfast and Networking Opportunities
$65 per session or $175 for all three sessions
Location: New Horizons Computer Learning Center 5315 28th St. Court Grand Rapids
For more information contact Dana Kingrey at 616-458-5443 ext. 11 or e-mail [email protected]

18
Women and Heart Disease: How Stress Impacts Your Heart and How You Can Impact Stress!
Sponsored by Spectrum Health: Healthier Communities
Presenter: Spectrum Health Women's Heart Advantage Co-director Dr. Prerana Manohar, Cardiologist.
7-9pm
FREE
Location: Blodgett Campus-Spectrum Health 1840 Wealthy Street SE, Grand Rapids
Call 616-391-5000 to register.

19
Enhancing Your Job Search Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Explore how to effectively assess and discuss your skills, network your way into a job, and interview with confidence.
9:30am-12:30pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

20
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

23
West Michigan Academy of Music for Girls presents:
"Music in the Museum" KinderChoir and Crescendo Choir Awards concert
Location: Grand Rapids Children's Museum, 11 Sheldon NE
For more information call 616-361-6111 or email [email protected]

25
Divorce and Finance Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Learn strategies and tools to prepare for the financial impact of divorce and steps to re-establish financial security.
6-7:30pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

25
Women's Resource Center Spring Seminar Series
Session 3 (last session): Reading and Understanding Financial Statements, presenters: Diane Friar, CPA/ABV, VP Echelbarger, Himebaugh, Tamm and Co.,PC and Carolyn Purins, VP, United Bank of America
Learn more about professional development topics that are in demand for today's career growth. Targeted to entry level and mid-management women.
7:30-11:30 am Continental Breakfast and Networking Opportunities
$65 per session or $175 for all three sessions
Location: New Horizons Computer Learning Center 5315 28th St. Court Grand Rapids
For more information contact Dana Kingrey at 616-458-5443 ext. 11 or e-mail [email protected]

27
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

June 2004

Spectrum Health Spring/Summer Classes
To register for classes such as Breast feeding, Breast Cancer 101, Women's Heart Advantage and others call 616-391-5000. Many classes are free or of low cost. More information is available at www.spectrum-health.org

Breast Cancer Risk Assessments
Women, 35 years of age and older may receive a breast cancer risk assessment.
FREE
Laboratory-Sheldon Center
75 Sheldon Blvd. Suite 104, Grand Rapids
Ongoing, Contact Grand Rapids Clinical Oncology at 616-391-1230

1
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women
To participate in any GROW program one must come to orientation, held the first Tuesday of every month.
6-7:30pm
25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 in the YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
Call 616-458-3404 to register.
www.growbusiness.org

1
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

2
National Organization for Women
Monthly Meeting
7-9pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Drive SE
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

8
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

8
Divorce Information Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Open to those currently going through or contemplating divorce. Facilitated by a female attorney.
6-7:30pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

15
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

22
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

22
Divorce and Finance Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Learn strategies and tools to prepare for the financial impact of divorce and steps to re-establish financial security.
6-7:30pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

22
Workshop on Women's Preaching
Sponsored by Journey and WITNESS
Led by Cynthia Holder Rich
Women preachers and women who would like to be preachers, are invited for a day of strengthening skills and discovering gifts in preaching.
9am-4pm
$45
Western Theological Seminary, 101 E. 13th street, Holland, MI 49423
Register by phone, fax or e-mail. Phone: 616-392-8555, Fax 616-392-7717, email: [email protected]

23
Enhancing Your Job Search Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center
Explore how to effectively assess and discuss your skills, network your way into a job, and interview with confidence.
1:30pm-4:30pm
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front Ave. NW, Suite 180 Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Call 616-458-5443 for workshop fees and to register. For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

29
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

July 2004

August 2004

24
Women's Equality Day Celebration
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center and Grand Valley State University.
Commemorating the 84th Anniversary of the 19th Ammendment giving women the right to vote.The evening will include and African Dance performance and feature Jean Enright as the key note speaker.
4 -7pm
Location: GVSU's Devos Center, Charles A. Loosemore Auditorium
Tickets are $15
To reserve tickets or for more information call 616-485-5443
or email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

25
Enhancing Your Job Search Work-shop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center. Explore how to effectively access and discuss your skills, network your way into a job, interview with confidence and much more.
1:30-4:30pm
Location: 678 Front Ave. NW Suite 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For workshop fees and to register call 616-485-5443
For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

26
Women's Equality Day Dinner: Celebrating the 19th Amendment to the U.S.Constitution.
Sponsored by Muskegon-Ottawa NOW
Debbie Stabenow will be speaking and the evening will also include musical entertainment.
5:30pm happy hour, dinner at 7pm
Location: Holiday Inn Muskegon Harbor, 939 Third St., Muskegon,MI
Grand Rapids NOW is sponsing a table at the event and has eight tickets for sale. If you are interested in attending, email [email protected] or order tickets by sending a check to Muskegon-Ottawa NOW P. O. Box 4182, Muskegon Heights, MI 49444.

28
Sixth Annual Forum Foundation River Cruise on the Detroit River
Sponsored by the Forum Foundation. The cruise is to raise scholarship money for gay,lesbian, bisexual and transgendered students. The evening will include a DJ, hors d'oeuvres, cash bar and raffle.
8-10pm
$40 dollars, 26 of which are tax deductible
To order tickets send a check to Forum Foundation, P.O. Box 3073, Centerline, MI 48015
For more information call John Di Donato at 586-573-9932

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Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

September 2004

Breast Cancer Risk Assessments
Women, 35 years of age and older may receive a breast cancer risk assessment.
FREE
Laboratory-Sheldon Center
75 Sheldon Blvd. Suite 104, Grand Rapids
Ongoing, Contact Grand Rapids Clinical Oncology at 616-391-1230

1
National Organization for Women
Monthly Meeting
7-9pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Drive SE
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

7
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women
To participate in any GROW program one must come to orientation, held the first Tuesday of every month.
6-7:30pm
25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 in the YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
Call 616-458-3404 to register.
www.growbusiness.org

8
Michigan Women's Commission Public Hearing on "Issues Impacting Women"
The hearing will provide and opportunity to present verbal and written testimony, depending on the number of participants, on the issues of concern to Michigan Women. Domestic violence and women in business are some of the topics that will be addressed at the hearing. If you are presenting written testimony, please bring at least one copy to share.
3pm-7pm
Location: Grand Valley State University Eberhard Center, 301 W. Fulton St. Grand Rapids, MI 49504
FREE
For more information about the hearing call 616-331-5000
If you would like to schedule a specific time to testify please call Judy Karandjeff at 517-241-2396 or
email her at [email protected]
For more information about the Women's Commission visit www.michigan.gov/mdcr

7
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

14
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Board Meeting
4pm
FREE and open to the public
The Michigan Room in the Gerald R. Ford Museum.
For more information call 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

14
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

14
Divoroce Information Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center.
Open to those currently going through or contemplating a divorce. Facilitated by a female attorney.
6-7:30pm
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

18
Workshop: What Does it Mean to Be a Crone?
Sponsored by the Great Lakes Center for Sages.
Join other women exploring the possibilities for the last third of their life-the time when we reap the wisdom from long years of experience, when we recognize our passion and our gifts that we can share with others.
9:30am-12:30pm
Location: Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain Street, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
$20 dollars, some scholarships available.
Registration due by September 15
For more information call Janet Crump at 616-682-8324 or Bunny Voss at 616-866-4018

21
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

23
Wayne State University College of Nursing Fourth Annual LifeLine Awards Dinner
The event honors Vernice Davis Anthony, President and CEO of the Greater Detroit Area Health Council and Michele L. Baker Executive Director of the Howard Baker Foundation
For reservations or sponsorship information contact the College of Nursing at 313-577-6967, or email
[email protected]

24
Women@Worship
Sponsored by WITNESS, inspiring women of Faith to Learn and Lead, Transforming Church and Society, with Beveryl Van Kampen and singer/songwriter, Sara Luneack.
7-9pm
Holland 1st Reformed Church, 630 State Street,Holland MI.
FREE
For more information contact Karen at 616-395-7876 or [email protected]
For more information about WITNESS visit their website at www.WITNESSchange.org

28
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

29
Enhancing Your Job Search Work-shop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center. Explore how to effectively access and discuss your skills, network your way into a job, interview with confidence and much more.
1:30-4:30pm
Location: 678 Front Ave. NW Suite 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For workshop fees and to register call 616-485-5443
For more information email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

October 2004

4-8
YWCA Health Fitness Center Grand Re-Opening.
Personal tours available. Free personal training and chair massages on Oct. 6 (9am-3pm)
Monday-Thursday. 6am-9pm
Friday 6-7pm
Saturday 7am-3pm
Sunday 10am-3pm
Location: 25 Sheldon Blvd.SE, downtown Grand Rapids.
For more information visit www.gr-ywca.org or call 616-459-7062 x 537

5
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women
To participate in any GROW program one must come to orientation, held the first Tuesday of every month.
6-7:30pm
25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 in the YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
Call 616-458-3404 to register.
www.growbusiness.org

5
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

6
National Organization for Women
Monthly Meeting
7-9pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Drive SE
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

12-15
Silent Witness Project
Sponsored by the Center for Women in Transition
12 artistic silhouettes, each with the name and story of a West Michigan individual killed by an act of domestic violence will be available for viewing.
Location: GVSU Allendale Campus.
For more information call 494-1752or visit www.aplaceforwomen.org or email [email protected]

15
Domestic Violence: Overlooked and Under-Treated; training for treatment providers
Sponsored by the Center for Women in Transition
The training is open to all treatment providers, including health care professionals, and will focus on key issues for victims and batterers of domestic violence. Presenters are Charlie Donaldson LLP, LPC,CAC, I. who will talk about risk and key issues affecting this population and Kim Blaker MSW, CSW will discuss issues relevant to families experiencing domestic violence.
$20
12-2pm
Location: Holland Program Center 411 Butternut Drive, Holland, MI 49424
To register call Selena at 494-1749or visit www.aplaceforwomen.org or email [email protected]

12
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

12
Divoroce Information Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center.
Open to those currently going through or contemplating a divorce. Facilitated by a female attorney.
6-7:30pm
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

13
Low Wage Jobs: A Women's Issue
Sponsored by the Jane Hibbard Idema Women's Studies Center-Women Make a Difference Luncheon Lecture.
Lecture by Beth Shulman, author of The Betrayal of Work
Location: Wege Center Ballroom at Aquinas College
11:30 am registration.
Luncheon Presentation, 12-1:30 pm, $100
7 pm Wege Center Ballroom "Where the Jobs Are: Can They Sustain Famlies?"
FREE and open to the public
For more information call 616-632-2821 or visit www.aquinas.edu/womenscenter/

15
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Board Meeting
4pm
FREE and open to the public
The Michigan Room in the Gerald R. Ford Museum.
For more information call 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

19
The GROW Show
Sponsored by Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women and Credit Union One.
Special guest: Judge Sara Smolenkski.
6-9pm
Location: Wealthy Street Theatre
$50
For tickets or more information call GROW at 616-458-3404, or visit www.growbusiness.org

19
Fifth Annual Girls' Dream Fair
Sponsored by the Center for Women in Transition.
Holland area eight grade girls learn about the opportunities available to them. Keynote speakers are Miranda from WoodTV 8 and Beatriz Mancilla district rep. for Congressman Pete Hoekstra.
For tickets or more information call Selena at 494-1749 or visit www.aplaceforwomen.org or email [email protected]

19
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

19
Non-Traditional Occupations Orientation
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center. Learn about occupations that are non-traditional to women. Ask questions and receive information about exploring a non-traditional career.
6-8pm
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

20
Domestic Violence Awareness Day, A Time to Remember-Candlelight Vigil
Noon, YWCA
FREE, public welcome
Location: 25 Sheldon Blvd.SE, downtown Grand Rapids.
For more information visit www.gr-ywca.org or call 616-451-2744 or email [email protected]

24
Women@Worship
Sponsored by WITNESS, inspiring women of Faith to Learn and Lead, Transforming Church and Society.
7-9pm
Grand Rapids, MI
FREE
For more information contact Karen at 616-395-7876 or [email protected]
For more information about WITNESS visit their website at www.WITNESSchange.org

26
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

28
Michigan Women's Hall of Fame Induction Dinner
Sponsored by the Michigan Women's Studies Association
5pm Silent Auction, Dinner at 6, Program at 7.
Location: Detroit Sheraton in Novi, 21111 Haggerty Road.
$100
For more information contact the West Michigan Women's Studies Council at 616-234-3603 or visit them at www.ggrwhc.org

28
"Yes Virginia, There is a Glass Ceiling!"
Sponsored by the Jane Hibbard Idema Women's Center at Aquinas College
12:30pm, Wege Center Loutit Room
For more information call 616-459-8281 or visit www.aquinas.edu/womenscenter/

29-30
Great Lakes History Conference
Sponsored by the History Dept. of Grand Valley State University and the Grand Rapids Historical Commission.
Friday Oct. 29, 11am "Gender and Higher Education in Michigan"
Saturday Oct. 30, 1:45pm "Crediting Women for the Built Environment"
Saturday Oct. 30, 3:30pm "The Private Lives and Public Faces of Ninteenth-Century Grand Rapids Women"
Location: GVSU's Eberhard Center in Downtown Grand Rapids
Registrations Fees: GVSU Students, Faculty, and Staff FREE
General Public $20 (includes, breakfast, lunch and reception on Saturday)
For a complete program go to www.gvsu.edu/history or call Ms. Shelby Hughes at 616-331-3298
For more information call the Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council at 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

November 2004

1
Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Monday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

2
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women
To participate in any GROW program one must come to orientation, held the first Tuesday of every month.
6-7:30pm
25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 in the YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
Call 616-458-3404 to register.
www.growbusiness.org

2
In Our Best Interest
Tuesdays, confidential support group fore women in abusive relationships. Groups are facilitated by Allegan County Community Mental Health and Center for Women in Transition.
4-5:30pm
For more information call Amy Embury at Allegan County CMH 269-686-8692 ext. 230 or Shelley Battaglia at the Center for Women in Transition 269-673-2299 ext. 1732

2
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

3
National Organization for Women
Monthly Meeting
7-9pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Drive SE
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

3
Domestic Violence Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Wednesday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

4
YWCA Tribute! Awards Celebration w/ Title Sponsor Fifth Third Bank
A tribute to women leaders in the Grand Rapids Community.
12-1:30pm
Location: Amway Grand Plaza Hotel
For reservations call 616-459-7062 x532
For more information visit www.gr-ywca.org or email [email protected]

4
Pulitzer Prize Winning Playwright Wendy Wasserstein
Sponsored by the West Michigan Women's Studies Council and the Nokomis Foundation
Ms. Wasserstein will present "A Life in Theatre" She is best know for her plays The Heidi Chronicles and The Sisters Rosenweig
Doors open at 6:45
Presentation starts at 7:30pm
Location: St. Cecilias Music Society, 24 Ransom Ave, SE Grand Rapids, MI 49503
FREE and open to the public. Book signing and reception will follow.
For more information call St. Cecilias at 616-459-2224
Fore more information on Wendy Wasserstein visit www.roycecarlton.com

4
Recovering from Domestic Violence
Every Thursday sponsored by The Center for Women in Transition.
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Find support and information as you move your life away from an aubsive relationship.
For more information contact Ruth at 616-494-1759

8
Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Monday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

9
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

9
Divoroce Information Workshop
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center.
Open to those currently going through or contemplating a divorce. Facilitated by a female attorney.
6-7:30pm
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

9
In Our Best Interest
Tuesdays, confidential support group fore women in abusive relationships. Groups are facilitated by Allegan County Community Mental Health and Center for Women in Transition.
4-5:30pm
For more information call Amy Embury at Allegan County CMH 269-686-8692 ext. 230 or Shelley Battaglia at the Center for Women in Transition 269-673-2299 ext. 1732

9
Un Grupo de Apoyo Para Las Mujeres
En espanol
5:30 pm la comida
6-8pm La sesion
Guarderia Todos es gratis.
Fourth Reformed Church, 238 West 15th Street, Holland
Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Celia al 616-494-1748
Preguntas? Llame a Becky 616-396-7566 o a Clara 616-396-2301, o a Celia 616-494-1748

9
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Board Meeting
The Michigan Room, Gerald R. Ford Museum
4pm
For more information call 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

10
Domestic Violence Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Wednesday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

11
Recovering from Domestic Violence
Every Thursday sponsored by The Center for Women in Transition.
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Find support and information as you move your life away from an aubsive relationship.
For more information contact Ruth at 616-494-1759

11
Grupo de Apoyo "Joyas"
En espanol
Prevencion/Educacion temas variados relacionados a la mujer y su familia.
Horario: Jueves de 6-7:30pm
Lugar: CWIT, 411 Butternut Drive, Holland
Gratis Cuidado de ninos disponible.
Debe llamar antes de asistir. Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Sarah al 616-494-1727 o Celia al 616-494-1748. Numero do personas limitada.

13
You Go Girl, Go!
5k girls run as part of the "Girls on Track" and "Girls on the Run"
Location: Grand Haven
Contact Haley Waterman at 616-494-1730 for more information or email her at [email protected]

14
Community Croning Ceremony
Sponsored by the Grand Rapids Center for Sages.
All Women and Girls age 10 and up are invited to attend this event to celebrate the lives of older women in our community.
2-4pm
Location: Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
FREE
For more information call Bunny Voss at 616-866-4018 or Mary Thompson at 616-459-8386 x227

15
Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Monday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

16
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

16
In Our Best Interest
Tuesdays, confidential support group for women in abusive relationships. Groups are facilitated by Allegan County Community Mental Health and Center for Women in Transition.
4-5:30pm
For more information call Amy Embury at Allegan County CMH 269-686-8692 ext. 230 or Shelley Battaglia at the Center for Women in Transition 269-673-2299 ext. 1732

16
Resume Service
Tuesday afternoons
1-4pm and 5:30-7pm
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

16
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Board Meeting
4pm
FREE and open to the public
The Michigan Room in the Gerald R. Ford Museum.
For more information call 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

16
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Sponsored by the Center for Women in Transition
Various activities that raise awareness of the world wide problem of violence against women will take place at the Holland Program Center.
4-8pm.
Location: Holland Program Center 411 Butternut Drive, Holland, MI 49424
For more information call 494-1752or visit www.aplaceforwomen.org or email [email protected]

16
Un Grupo de Apoyo Para Las Mujeres
En espanol
5:30 pm la comida
6-8pm La sesion
Guarderia Todos es gratis.
Fourth Reformed Church, 238 West 15th Street, Holland
Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Celia al 616-494-1748
Preguntas? Llame a Becky 616-396-7566 o a Clara 616-396-2301, o a Celia 616-494-1748

17
Domestic Violence Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Wednesday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

17
Resume Service
Wednesday Mornings
9am-noon
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

18
More than a Few Good Men: Strategies for Inspiring Men and Boys to be Allies in Gender Violence Prevention"
Sponsored by the Grand Valley Women's Center
Jackson Katz, Ed.M is one of America's leading anti-sexist male activists. He is widely recognized for his groundbreaking work in the field of gender violence prevention and education with men and boys.
9pm
FREE
Cook DeWitt Center, Allendale Campus
For more information call the GVSU Women's Center at 616-331-2748 or visit them at www.gvsu.edu/women_cen
Jackson Katz will also be conducting a workshop on November 19th
9am-12pm in the Grand River Room in the Kirkhoff building.(men only)
$30 for Workshop
$40 for Workshop and lunch

18-19
The Clothes Line Project
T-shirts created by survivors of assault, rape, and incest are available for viewing.
Location: Grand Valley State University, PEW campus-downtown Grand Rapids, Kirkhof Center in Allendale and Holland.
For more information on the Clothesline project or to make a shirt to be included contact Valerie at the Center for Women in Transition at 616-494-1747 or email [email protected]. Find out more information about the clothesline project at www.aplaceforwomen.org

18
Recovering from Domestic Violence
Every Thursday sponsored by The Center for Women in Transition.
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Find support and information as you move your life away from an aubsive relationship.
For more information contact Ruth at 616-494-1759

18
Grupo de Apoyo "Joyas"
En espanol
Prevencion/Educacion temas variados relacionados a la mujer y su familia.
Horario: Jueves de 6-7:30pm
Lugar: CWIT, 411 Butternut Drive, Holland
Gratis Cuidado de ninos disponible.
Debe llamar antes de asistir. Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Sarah al 616-494-1727 o Celia al 616-494-1748. Numero do personas limitada.

19
Women@Worship
Sponsored by WITNESS, inspiring women of Faith to Learn and Lead, Transforming Church and Society.
7-9pm
Holland, MI
FREE
For more information contact Karen at 616-395-7876 or [email protected]
For more information about WITNESS visit their website at www.WITNESSchange.org

20
Protect, Shelter, Comfort, Refuge
Sponsored by Safe Haven Ministries
Breakfast, Raffle, Auction and Fundraiser
9:30am-11:30am
Location: Celebration Cinema's Wave Room, 2121 Celebration Drive (Knapp and E.Beltline NE)
$25 for breakfast and one raffle ticket
For more information call 616-452-6664 or visit www.safehavenministries.org

20
You Go Girl, Go!
5k girls run as part of the "Girls on Track" and "Girls on the Run"
Location: Holland
Contact Haley Waterman at 616-494-1730 for more information or email her at [email protected]

22
"Gender, Racial and Political Ideologies in American Thanksgiving"
Sponsored by the Jane Hibbard Idema Women's Center at Aquinas College
Presented by Maria DeRose, Graduate TA Women's Studies at Bowling Green University.
12:30pm, Wege Center Loutit Room
For more information call 616-459-8281 or visit www.aquinas.edu/womenscenter/

22
Last Day to drop off Thanksgiving food donations to The Center for Women in Transition
411 Butternut Drive Holland, MI 49424
Office hours are M-F 9-5, Tuesday 9-8
For more information call Polly at 616-494-1751or visit www.aplaceforwomen.org

22
Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Monday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

23
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

23
In Our Best Interest
Tuesdays, confidential support group for women in abusive relationships. Groups are facilitated by Allegan County Community Mental Health and Center for Women in Transition.
4-5:30pm
For more information call Amy Embury at Allegan County CMH 269-686-8692 ext. 230 or Shelley Battaglia at the Center for Women in Transition 269-673-2299 ext. 1732

23
Un Grupo de Apoyo Para Las Mujeres
En espanol
5:30 pm la comida
6-8pm La sesion
Guarderia Todos es gratis.
Fourth Reformed Church, 238 West 15th Street, Holland
Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Celia al 616-494-1748
Preguntas? Llame a Becky 616-396-7566 o a Clara 616-396-2301, o a Celia 616-494-1748

23
Resume Service
Tuesday afternoons
1-4pm and 5:30-7pm
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

24
Domestic Violence Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Wednesday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

24
Resume Service
Wednesday Mornings
9am-noon
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

25
Recovering from Domestic Violence
Every Thursday sponsored by The Center for Women in Transition.
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Find support and information as you move your life away from an aubsive relationship.
For more information contact Ruth at 616-494-1759

25
Grupo de Apoyo "Joyas"
En espanol
Prevencion/Educacion temas variados relacionados a la mujer y su familia.
Horario: Jueves de 6-7:30pm
Lugar: CWIT, 411 Butternut Drive, Holland
Gratis Cuidado de ninos disponible.
Debe llamar antes de asistir. Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Sarah al 616-494-1727 o Celia al 616-494-1748. Numero do personas limitada.

29
Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Monday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

29
In the Image Silent Auction
Antiques and Collectibles will be auctioned off and all of the proceedes will go to In the Imate.
7-9pm
111 S. Division
$5 admission
Doors open at 6pm, bring a friend.

30
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

30
In Our Best Interest
Tuesdays, confidential support group for women in abusive relationships. Groups are facilitated by Allegan County Community Mental Health and Center for Women in Transition.
4-5:30pm
For more information call Amy Embury at Allegan County CMH 269-686-8692 ext. 230 or Shelley Battaglia at the Center for Women in Transition 269-673-2299 ext. 1732

30
Un Grupo de Apoyo Para Las Mujeres
En espanol
5:30 pm la comida
6-8pm La sesion
Guarderia Todos es gratis.
Fourth Reformed Church, 238 West 15th Street, Holland
Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Celia al 616-494-1748
Preguntas? Llame a Becky 616-396-7566 o a Clara 616-396-2301, o a Celia 616-494-1748

30
Resume Service
Tuesday afternoons
1-4pm
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

December 2004

1
National Organization for Women
Monthly Meeting
7-9pm
Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 1100 Lake Drive SE
For more information visit www.michnow.org or email [email protected]

1
Domestic Violence Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Wednesday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

1
Resume Service
Wednesday Mornings
9am-noon
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

2
Recovering from Domestic Violence
Every Thursday sponsored by The Center for Women in Transition.
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Find support and information as you move your life away from an aubsive relationship.
For more information contact Ruth at 616-494-1759

2
Grupo de Apoyo "Joyas"
En espanol
Prevencion/Educacion temas variados relacionados a la mujer y su familia.
Horario: Jueves de 6-7:30pm
Lugar: CWIT, 411 Butternut Drive, Holland
Gratis Cuidado de ninos disponible.
Debe llamar antes de asistir. Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Sarah al 616-494-1727 o Celia al 616-494-1748. Numero do personas limitada.

3
Sister Santa visits Aquinas
Sponsored by the Jane Hibbard Idema Women's Center at Aquinas College
12:30-1:30pm, Lower Level Wege Center, Pond Lounge.
For more information call 616-459-8281 or visit www.aquinas.edu/womenscenter/

3
Grand Rapids Women's Chorus Winter Concert, Silent Auction and Dessert Reception
Doors open at 7, Concert at 7:30
Freewill offering at the door
Location: Fountain Street Church, 24 Fountain Street Grand Rapids, MI
Concert includes world premier performance of Memorial 1 by Ysaye Barnwell, who has performed with Sweet Honey in the Rock since 1979.
Fore more information about the chorus visit www.grwc.org or contact artistic director Lori Tennenhouse at 459-2655.

3
The Conduct of Life-A Play by Maria Irene Fornes
Sponsored by the Nokomis Foundation and the GVSU Women's Center. In Conjunction with GRIID and the Free Radical Art Gallery. In The Conduct of Life apathy and destruction feed one another like a snake eating its own tail. The characters of the play nourish their own demise as part of the cycle of torture and abuse experienced in their lives and in their nation. Art addressing themes presented in the Conduct of Life will be on display from 6-10pm.
8pm show, doors open at 7:30pm
FREE
Location: Wealthy Street Theatre 1130 Wealthy Street
For further information contact Josh Dunigan at 616-334-6549

4
The Conduct of Life-A Play by Maria Irene Fornes
Sponsored by the Nokomis Foundation and the GVSU Women's Center. In Conjunction with GRIID and the Free Radical Art Gallery. In The Conduct of Life apathy and destruction feed one another like a snake eating its own tail. The characters of the play nourish their own demise as part of the cycle of torture and abuse experienced in their lives and in their nation. Art addressing themes presented in the Conduct of Life will be on display from 10am-6pm.
8pm show, doors open at 7:30pm
FREE
Location: Wealthy Street Theatre 1130 Wealthy Street
For further information contact Josh Dunigan at 616-334-6549

6-10
The "Clothesline Project" at Aquinas College
The Clothesline project is an art installation created by survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault. The t-shirts on the line communicate some of the feelings and struggle of overcoming abuse.
Display in Lower Wege Lobby at Aquinas College
For more information contact the Jane Hibbard Idema Women's Center at 616-632-2979 or at www.aquinas.edu/womenscenter

6
Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Monday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

7
"White Ribbon Campaign" at Aquinas College
Men against violence booth will be accessible in the AB Lobby at Aquinas College. Men wear white ribbons to proclaim their opposition to violence against women.
10am-4pm
For more information contact the Jane Hibbard Idema Women's Center at 616-632-2979 or at www.aquinas.edu/womenscenter

7
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women
To participate in any GROW program one must come to orientation, held the first Tuesday of every month.
6-7:30pm
25 Sheldon SE, Suite 210 in the YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
Call 616-458-3404 to register.
www.growbusiness.org

7
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

7
In Our Best Interest
Tuesdays, confidential support group for women in abusive relationships. Groups are facilitated by Allegan County Community Mental Health and Center for Women in Transition.
4-5:30pm
For more information call Amy Embury at Allegan County CMH 269-686-8692 ext. 230 or Shelley Battaglia at the Center for Women in Transition 269-673-2299 ext. 1732

7
Un Grupo de Apoyo Para Las Mujeres
En espanol
5:30 pm la comida
6-8pm La sesion
Guarderia Todos es gratis.
Fourth Reformed Church, 238 West 15th Street, Holland
Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Celia al 616-494-1748
Preguntas? Llame a Becky 616-396-7566 o a Clara 616-396-2301, o a Celia 616-494-1748

7
Resume Service
Tuesday afternoons
1-4pm and 5:30-7pm
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

8
Domestic Violence Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Wednesday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

8
Resume Service
Wednesday Mornings
9am-noon
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

8
Michigan Women's Commission Meeting and Public Hearing
Michigan residents and organizations will have the opportunity to speak about issues impacting women in the state.
3pm
Location: 110 West Michigan (7th Floor) Lansing, MI 48933
If you plan to testify, please call ahead of time.
For more information go to www.michigan.gov/mdcr or call 517-373-2884

9
Recovering from Domestic Violence
Every Thursday sponsored by The Center for Women in Transition.
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Find support and information as you move your life away from an aubsive relationship.
For more information contact Ruth at 616-494-1759

9
Grupo de Apoyo "Joyas"
En espanol
Prevencion/Educacion temas variados relacionados a la mujer y su familia.
Horario: Jueves de 6-7:30pm
Lugar: CWIT, 411 Butternut Drive, Holland
Gratis Cuidado de ninos disponible.
Debe llamar antes de asistir. Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Sarah al 616-494-1727 o Celia al 616-494-1748. Numero do personas limitada.

10
Women@Worship
Sponsored by WITNESS, inspiring women of Faith to Learn and Lead, Transforming Church and Society.
Feminine, masculine sides of spirituality discussed by Sister Barbara Hansen
7-9pm
First Reformed Church of Holland, 630 State Street
FREE
For more information contact Karen at 616-395-7876 or 616-459-7214 or [email protected]
For more information about WITNESS visit their website at www.WITNESSchange.org

12
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Board Meeting and Holiday Party
4pm
FREE and open to the public
The Michigan Room in the Gerald R. Ford Museum.
For more information call 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

12
West Michigan Academy of Music for Girls-Holiday Extravaganza
Featured guest Vox Angelica
7pm
$8 adults, $5 students, free for five and under
Location: Basilica of ST. Adalbert, 700 Fourth Street NW, Grand Rapids
For more information or to get advance tickets call 361-6111

13
Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Monday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

13
Last Day to drop off Christmans food and donations to The Center for Women in Transition
411 Butternut Drive Holland, MI 49424
Office hours are M-F 9-5, Tuesday 9-8
For more information call Polly at 616-494-1751or visit www.aplaceforwomen.org

14
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

14
In Our Best Interest
Tuesdays, confidential support group for women in abusive relationships. Groups are facilitated by Allegan County Community Mental Health and Center for Women in Transition.
4-5:30pm
For more information call Amy Embury at Allegan County CMH 269-686-8692 ext. 230 or Shelley Battaglia at the Center for Women in Transition 269-673-2299 ext. 1732

14
Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council Board Meeting
The Michigan Room, Gerald R. Ford Museum
4pm, Holiday Party
For more information call 616-234-3603 or visit www.ggrwhc.org

14
Un Grupo de Apoyo Para Las Mujeres
En espanol
5:30 pm la comida
6-8pm La sesion
Guarderia Todos es gratis.
Fourth Reformed Church, 238 West 15th Street, Holland
Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Celia al 616-494-1748
Preguntas? Llame a Becky 616-396-7566 o a Clara 616-396-2301, o a Celia 616-494-1748

14
Resume Service
Tuesday afternoons
1-4pm and 5:30-7pm
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

14
Divorce Information Workshop
A confidential informational session about the legal, financial and domestic issues of divorce. The workshop leader is an attorney prepared to present basic legal information and answer general questions.
6-7:30 p.m.
$20 Fee based on ability to pay
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
To register call 458-5443, for more information visit www.grwrc.org

14
Non-traditional Occupations for Women Orientation
Informational session focused on higher-wage careers that are "non-traditional" for women, such as carpentry and fire fighting. Hear from a woman in a non-traditional occupation and access a wide variety of resource materials.
6-8 p.m.
FREE
Location: Riverview Center 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
To register call 458-5443, for more information visit www.grwrc.org

15
Domestic Violence Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Wednesday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

15
Resume Service
Wednesday Mornings
9am-noon
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

16
Recovering from Domestic Violence
Every Thursday sponsored by The Center for Women in Transition.
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Find support and information as you move your life away from an aubsive relationship.
For more information contact Ruth at 616-494-1759

16
Grupo de Apoyo "Joyas"
En espanol
Prevencion/Educacion temas variados relacionados a la mujer y su familia.
Horario: Jueves de 6-7:30pm
Lugar: CWIT, 411 Butternut Drive, Holland
Gratis Cuidado de ninos disponible.
Debe llamar antes de asistir. Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Sarah al 616-494-1727 o Celia al 616-494-1748. Numero do personas limitada.

20
Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Monday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

21
Un Grupo de Apoyo Para Las Mujeres
En espanol
5:30 pm la comida
6-8pm La sesion
Guarderia Todos es gratis.
Fourth Reformed Church, 238 West 15th Street, Holland
Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Celia al 616-494-1748
Preguntas? Llame a Becky 616-396-7566 o a Clara 616-396-2301, o a Celia 616-494-1748

21
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

21
In Our Best Interest
Tuesdays, confidential support group for women in abusive relationships. Groups are facilitated by Allegan County Community Mental Health and Center for Women in Transition.
4-5:30pm
For more information call Amy Embury at Allegan County CMH 269-686-8692 ext. 230 or Shelley Battaglia at the Center for Women in Transition 269-673-2299 ext. 1732

21
Resume Service
Tuesday afternoons
1-4pm and 5:30-7pm
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

22
Domestic Violence Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Wednesday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

22
Resume Service
Wednesday Mornings
9am-noon
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

23
Grupo de Apoyo "Joyas"
En espanol
Prevencion/Educacion temas variados relacionados a la mujer y su familia.
Horario: Jueves de 6-7:30pm
Lugar: CWIT, 411 Butternut Drive, Holland
Gratis Cuidado de ninos disponible.
Debe llamar antes de asistir. Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Sarah al 616-494-1727 o Celia al 616-494-1748. Numero do personas limitada.

23
Recovering from Domestic Violence
Every Thursday sponsored by The Center for Women in Transition.
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Find support and information as you move your life away from an aubsive relationship.
For more information contact Ruth at 616-494-1759

27
Sexual Assault Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Monday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

28
Job and Career Seeker Support Group
Sponsored by the Women's Resource Center every Tuesday each month.
This group offers participants opportunities for networking and job lead sharing, problem solving and strategizing, as well as career/employment resources.
10-11:30am
Location: Women's Resource Center 678 Front Ave NW, Suite 180
FREE
For registration call 616-458-5443
To find out more about the WRC email [email protected] or visit www.grwrc.org

28
In Our Best Interest
Tuesdays, confidential support group fore women in abusive relationships. Groups are facilitated by Allegan County Community Mental Health and Center for Women in Transition.
4-5:30pm
For more information call Amy Embury at Allegan County CMH 269-686-8692 ext. 230 or Shelley Battaglia at the Center for Women in Transition 269-673-2299 ext. 1732

28
Un Grupo de Apoyo Para Las Mujeres
En espanol
5:30 pm la comida
6-8pm La sesion
Guarderia Todos es gratis.
Fourth Reformed Church, 238 West 15th Street, Holland
Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Celia al 616-494-1748
Preguntas? Llame a Becky 616-396-7566 o a Clara 616-396-2301, o a Celia 616-494-1748

28
Resume Service
Tuesday afternoons
1-4pm and 5:30-7pm
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

29
Domestic Violence Survivor Support Group-YWCA
Meets every Wednesday
5:30-7pm
25 Sheldon SE,4th floor resource room of YWCA, Grand Rapids, MI
Free
For more information call 459-4652 or email [email protected]

29
Resume Service
Wednesday Mornings
9am-noon
Clients of the Women's Resource Center may come in and receive assistance creating or improving their resume. Service is first come, first serve. No appointment necessary. Little or no fee.
Location: 678 Front NW, ste. 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information call 458-5443 or visit www.grwrc.org

30
Recovering from Domestic Violence
Every Thursday sponsored by The Center for Women in Transition.
6:30-7:30pm
FREE
Find support and information as you move your life away from an aubsive relationship.
For more information contact Ruth at 616-494-1759

30
Grupo de Apoyo "Joyas"
En espanol
Prevencion/Educacion temas variados relacionados a la mujer y su familia.
Horario: Jueves de 6-7:30pm
Lugar: CWIT, 411 Butternut Drive, Holland
Gratis Cuidado de ninos disponible.
Debe llamar antes de asistir. Si desea mas informacion por favor comuniquese con Sarah al 616-494-1727 o Celia al 616-494-1748. Numero do personas limitada.

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New Year's Eve: A Retreat for Women
Sponsored by the Leaven Center.
This retreat will be facilitated by Eleanor S. Morrison and Melanie Morrison.
For more information call the Leaven Center at 989-855-2606 or 989-855-2277. You may also visit them on the web at www.leaven.org or send an email to [email protected]

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161 Ottawa NW, Suite 305-C
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
phone 616-451-0267 fax 616-451-9914