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  • POWER HOUR – LET’S GET STUFF DONE

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    •  October 14, 2025
       11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    POWER HOUR – LET’S GET THE VITAL DOCUMENTS DONE

     Join Anne Wieboldt for a powerful hour by Zoom to get our vital documents in order. [Or anything else you want to accomplish].What and How tips will be shared for first 5 to 10 minutes and then we individually get to work for 45 to 50 minutes getting important documents organized for self & loved ones”. Last 5 minutes will be for celebrating the morning’s accomplishments.

    This is a terrific opportunity by Zoom with wise tips and support. At the end of 5 weeks, cheering will be heard saving you many dollars in potential attorney fees!

           Tuesdays: October 14, 21, 28, November 4 and 11, 11 am to noon CT.  $100/$90.  Zoom.

  • Let’s Write!

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    •  September 16, 2025 - December 2, 2025
       3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Let’s Write!

    Start with a warm-up activity offered by facilitator Kim Grahl, followed by a writing prompt, with time to write for 30 to 40 minutes. Afterward, share individual writings (if you choose) with specific encouraging Amherst writers rules for feedback. Confidentiality held within the group.  Beginners are always welcome!

    6 Tuesdays: September 16, 30, October 14, 28, November 11, December 2, 3 pm to 5 pm.   $240/$230      

  • Short Story Readers

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    •  October 17, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    Short Story Circle

    Join our group of short story readers as we read from The Pushcart Book of Short Stories – The best short stories from the Pushcart Prize edited by Bill Henderson, ISBN 978-1-888889-28-4, 2008.  New participants are always very welcome.    Story list send upon request.  dguy@womens-exchange.org

    5 Fridays:October  17, November 7, 21, December 5 and 19, 10 am to 11:30 am. $100  

  • Get Your Vital Documents in Order

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    •  September 4, 2025 - September 5, 2025
       3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join Anne Wieboldt, Certified Elder Planning Specialist and CFP, to learn the essentials to putting personal finances in simple good order, no matter your age, that allows us and our POAs to manage paperwork over our longer lifespans.
    Participants will be inspired to simplify their personal finances so that your paperwork is clear and straightforward for those who come after us. Joyful Outcome: Participants can avoid money stress as they age into longer lifespans.   Hybrid offering allows for Zoom participation or attending in-person.

                     3 Thursdays: September 4, October 9, November 6, 3:30 pm to 5 pm. $120/$110

     

  • The Gift of Years: Book Discussion

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    •  September 26, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:15 am

    The Gift of Years: Book Discussion

    Judy Bowman invites you to attend facilitated sessions during which we will discuss one chapter from Joan Chittister’s book each gathering.  For this gathering, September 26, please read to discuss the chapter entitled “Future”. All are welcome to join in this on-going discussion of the book, “Gift of Years”.

    6 Fridays: September 26, October 10, 24, 31, November 14, December 12, 10 am to 11:15 am.  $90/$80

  • Circle of One

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    •  September 10, 2025
       11:00 am - 12:30 pm

    Circle of One

    As our world appears increasingly divided and chaotic, are you feeling the need for supportive spiritual community? You are invited to join Therese Evans and other like-minded women in a Circle of One. This discussion group offers an opportunity to open your heart and connect with the Divine Presence within.

    5 Wednesdays: September 10, 24, October 8, 22, November 5, 11 am to 12:30 pm.  $150/$140

  • BOTANIC GARDEN MEDITATION WALK

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    •  September 4, 2025
       8:45 am - 10:00 am

    BOTANIC GARDEN MEDITATION WALK

    Join us for a morning meditative walk with Pam Coster at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe. Keeping silence, we will stop at five designated spots to ponder Mary Oliver’s poetry.

    WE will walk even in misty rain yet, pouring rain will bring a refund. If interested, we can choose to gather afterward for a reflective coffee.

    NOTE: If not a member of the Garden, please let me know so I can possibly pair you up with a member who has a plus 1.    Members reach out to let me know if you can meet someone to bring in to the Garden as only CBG members can enter before 10 am. dguy@womens-exchange.org

    Thursday, September 4, 8:45 am to 10 am.  $30 Walk only.

  • Open House

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    •  September 7, 2025
       2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

     Open House

    Sunday,  September 7, 2025

    2:00 – 4:00 pm

    Community House, Winnetka, Room 102

    Join Us to Celebrate

    Women’s Exchange 43rd Anniversary

    Questions: dguy@womens-exchange.org

  • Trivia Night Returns!

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    •  October 23, 2025
       5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

    trivia night returns!

    WithTrivia Hosts: Connie Garner, Candace Tesler & Vicky Young

    JOIN IN to play, nosh and win!

    Thursday, October 23, 2025 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm

    Location to Play: Women’s Exchange @ Hadley, Winnetka

    A Fundraiser with Laughter, Food and Prizes!

    $75  each player.    SAVE: Table of 4   $275

  • MY MINI MEMOIRS WRITING CLASS

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    •  January 29, 2026
       10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    MY MINI MEMOIRS WRITING CLASS          

    Join us this Winter as we launch another memoir writing group. Master-trained Memoir Writing Facilitator Sarah Squires-Doyle will provide writing exercises and prompts to generate stories from different ages and stages of life.

    If you like accountability, camaraderie and sharing your stories, this group is for you! No  experience necessary.   Meets for 2 hours.

        5 Thursdays: January 29, February 12 & 26, March 12 & 26,  10 am to 12 pm. $200/$190

  • Become a WE+ Member!

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    •  July 25, 2025 - July 30, 2025
       8:00 am - 5:00 pm

          2025-2026  Membership

     

    LEARN+ Special discounts & early registration to classes

    CONNECT+ Member events

     CELEBRATE+ Guest passes & WE+ thank you gift

                                                                    $145   [Honored through July 2026]

  • Circle of One Continuation Class

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    •  July 9, 2025
       11:00 am - 12:30 pm

    As our world appears divided and chaotic, are you feeling the need for supportive spiritual community? You are invited to join Therese Evans and other like-minded women in a Circle of One. This discussion/ meditation healing adventure offers an opportunity to open your heart and connect with the Divine Presence within.

     Wednesday, July 9,  11 am – 12:30 pm.  $40

  • Lunch and Learn with Chef and Author, Gale Gand

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    •  June 25, 2025
       11:30 am - 1:30 pm

    Join us for a lunch & learn at Frank & Betsy’s Restaurant when  Gale Gand, chef and author will be with us just returning from her pastry trip to Austria and Hungary.  As many know, Gale is a wonderful, warm and yummy speaker.  Register by Salad Choice.

    Her many books include: Butter Sugar Flour Eggs, Just a Bite, Lunch, Brunch, Short & Sweet, Chocolate and Vanilla and more.

    Wednesday, June 25, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.  $40.  Register By Salad Choice

    Choose ONE at Registration

    Bestie’s FAVORITE SALAD     
    Great Lakes lettuce and Romaine lettuce tossed with grilled lemon chicken, sliced tomato wedges, julienne red peppers, English cucumbers, artichoke hearts, chopped pecans and crumbled Feta cheese, with our Balsamic Vinaigrette on the side. Coffee or Tea, and Dessert

    TALK OF THE TOWN 
    One scoop of each of our best: tuna salad, chicken salad olivieh and artichoke salad.  Coffee or Tea, and Dessert

  • Build Your Own Container Herb Garden

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    •  June 5, 2025 - June 18, 2025
       2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Join in to build and plant your own Container Herb Garden when Heidi Sibert, landscape Architect from James Martin Associates brings everything needed for a fun potting experience. Get ready to dig in!  Limit 12.   Supplies included

    Thursday, June 5, 2 pm to 3:30 pm. $40

  • The 18-part form, Ancient Chinese exercises

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    •  May 7, 2025
       1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

    This 4-part series with Sue Baugh, will teach, with tremendous skill,  the flowing movements that can gently improve your balance, strength, and flexibility; increase bone and joint health; and encourage deeper breathing. Also, help reduce anxiety, promote deep relaxation, and nurture the mind.  The 18-part form can be adapted to individual needs—beginners are welcome!   Wear comfortable clothing.

    5 Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28 and June 4,  1:30 pm to 2:30 pm.  $100/$90

  • Journal Writing for Clarity and Renewal

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    •  April 7, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    Jumpstart the spring season with a terrific journaling experience. This workshop led by certified journaling instructor Michelle Wirth Fellman, MA, LPC. will include journaling prompts to help you set intentions and work through potential obstacles to find clarity and renewal. No writing experience needed!

                                                           Monday, April 7, 10 am to 11:30 am.  $35/$32

  • Wolves Continuation – May 1st

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    •  May 1, 2025
       1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    The Wolves  group will  continue working together to explore the multi-faceted, woman’s archetypal journey.  Pre-requisite class attendance Winter 2025

                                                                                  1 Thursday, May 1, 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. $40

  • My Mini Memoirs – Introductory Workshop

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    •  May 22, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    My Mini Memoirs – Introductory Workshop: Father Figures

    Join us with instructor Sarah Squires-Doyle for an engaging 90-minute workshop to honor the dads or father figures in our lives. Participants will be guided to craft a mini memoir through short writing exercises and prompts. Writing a personal story can be a great gift to yourself or someone you love for Father’s Day. No experience necessary.

    Thursday:  May 22, 10 am to 11:30 am. $35/$31.00

  • My Mini Memoirs – Introductory Workshop

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    •  May 1, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    My Mini Memoirs – Introductory Workshop: Mother Figures 

    Whether you are a mom, have a mom, play a mom or lost a mom, writing a personal story can be a great gift to yourself or someone you love for Mother’s Day.  Join us with instructor, Sarah Squires-Doyle for an engaging 90-minute workshop. Participants will be guided to craft a mini memoir through short writing exercises and prompts. No experience necessary.

    Thursday, May 1, 10 am to 11:30 am. $35/$31.00

  • What Should I Eat?

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    •  April 17, 2025
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Do you ask yourself these questions?

    • Am I eating the right foods to nourish my body, support my health, and provide energy?
    • Am I eating too much or too little?
    • Is a vegan/carnivore/keto/gluten-free diet for me?
    • How much protein do I need?
    • Is it ok to eat carbohydrates?
    • What types of fat should I eat and how much?
    • How much water should I drink?
    • A food diary feels like a full-time job. Is there an easier way?
    • Do I need a multivitamin, probiotics, or vitamin D?
    • How do I know which supplements to buy?
    • Can supplements interact with my medications?

    Join Deb Sobel, Doctor of Clinical Nutrition for an interactive session on April 17th at 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 pm that will help answer these questions and more!     $35 all registrations

  • Spring Benefit

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    •  May 10, 2025
       11:30 am - 2:00 pm

    Yes, I would love to support Women’s Exchange Spring Benefit.

    Lunch includes a delicious 3 entrée buffet with vegetarian, gluten-friendly, and dairy-free options. 

                                       RSVP by May 1

    Cost is $150 per ticket

    I will join you in spirit with a donation to Women’s Exchange $ _________.  https://www.womens-exchange.org/donate/

    We look forward to celebrating with you!

  • Forest Bathing Experience

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    • Forest Bathing
       June 12, 2025
       10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Join in to experience the healing power of nature – how it calms, energizes us, holds us through hard times, and rejuvenates our souls. Gayle Byck invites you for guided sensory meditation, self-reflection and sharing, with a closing tea ceremony. We will meet at the Skokie Lagoons, Forest Way Road & Tower, Winnetka. Details with Registration. No bathing suits for this event. 

           Thursday, June 12, 10 am to noon. Woods @ Skokie Lagoons, Winnetka.   $45/$40

  • BEing and DOing: Supportive Coaching Group

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    •  May 9, 2025
       12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

    Now Let’s Implement: Supportive Coaching Group: BEing and Doing by Zoom

    To deepen your transformation, with Coach Sharon Wilson,  from the April 25th workshop…This experience extends into a supportive four-week joyful challenge. Each week receive a simply energy-based challenge. At the end of each week, join in for a 45 minute coaching call to discuss what you learned and to support each other. This is a great opportunity for a fun, actionable, and transformative experience.  Pre-requisite is workshop, April 25th.

    4 Fridays: May  9, 16 and 23, 30, Noon to 12:45 pm CT. Zoom.     $80/$72

  • BEing and DOing: Managing Your Energy Before it Manages You

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    •  April 25, 2025
       12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

    In a world that celebrates constant hustle, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. We often push forward feeling drained. But what if the keys to fulfillment, clarity and balance isn’t doing more-but rather shifting how we manage our energy?  Join Sharon Wilson, facilitator and coach for this dynamic workshop by Zoom.

                                                    Friday, April 25, Noon to 1:30 pm CT by Zoom.. $45/$40 includes guidebook.

  • Spring Reset with Ramaa

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    •  April 11, 2025
       2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

    Enter spring with a new mindset. Learn simple mindfulness techniques, breath work, and stress reduction strategies with Ramaa Krishnan from Full Bloomed Lotus Center for Self-Awareness. Guided meditation included.                                
                                                IMPORTANT:    TBD April Date due to travel conflictHybrid.   $40/$36

     

  • Let’s Talk Bone Health

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    •  April 3, 2025 - April 5, 2025
       2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Join in when Dr. Kristi Tough Desapri, MD, from Bone & Body Women’s Health, joins us to talk all things about bone health. An important topic for all women at all ages!

      Thursday, April 3, 2 pm to 3 pm, No Charge

  • Gentle Movement Exercise Class

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    •  May 2, 2025
       9:00 am - 9:45 am

    Let’s move, but gently!! Join us with Fran Freeman, certified instructor for a class where we will work on range of motion, strength, balance and most of all, flexibility!  Bring a yoga mat, a blanket, or towel, and let’s get started!

                                                                            6 Fridays: May 2 to June 6, 9 am to 9:45 am,  $65/$58

  • Organize and Enhance Your Spring Wardrobe…Step Into A Fresher You

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    •  April 16, 2025
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Join us for a two-part series with Women’s Exchange beloved fashion consultant, Suzanne Newman, to achieve your optimal springtime look in this fun, hands on class to define your style and edit your wardrobe.  You will learn the basics of de-cluttering, organizing, and enhancing your wardrobe. During Our second gathering… Bring your questions and individual fashion challenges, (bring an outfit or piece or two) for hands-on advice within the group participants.

                                                                 2 Wednesdays: April 16 and 23, 1 to 2:30 pm. $65/$60

  • Circle of One

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    •  April 9, 2025
       11:00 am - 12:30 pm

    As our world appears divided and chaotic, are you feeling the need for supportive spiritual community? You are invited to join Therese Evans and other like-minded women in a Circle of One. This discussion/ meditation healing adventure offers an opportunity to open your heart and connect with the Divine Presence within.

    3 Wednesdays: April 9, May 14, and June 11, 11 am – 12:30 pm.  $95/$85

  • “The Let Them Theory”

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    •  June 3, 2025
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Join Harriet Porter, LCSW for her summer 6-week book discussion when “The Let Them Theory” by author, Mel Robbins will be discussed by ZOOM.

    Ideally, learn how to:

    • Stop wasting energy on things you can’t control
    • Stop comparing yourself to other people
    • Break free from fear and self-doubt
    • Release the grip of people’s expectations
    • Build the best friendships of your life
    • Create the love you deserve
    • Pursue what truly matters to you with confidence
    • Build resilience against everyday stressors and distractions
    • Define your own path to success, joy, and fulfillment. . . and so much more.

    6 Tuesdays: June 3 to July 8, 1 pm to 2:30 pm.  $180/$162.     Zoom.

  • “The Genius of Empathy”

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    •  September 16, 2025
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Join the book discussion with Harriet Porter, LCSW,  discussing “The Genius of Empathy:Practical Skills to heal your sensitive self, your relationships and the world” by Judith Orloff.     Dr. Orloff shares a practical action driven guide to help you access your unique sensitivities; soothe and regulate your nervous system, connect your mind and heart; and embody your authentic, fierce, and compassionate self.
                                        
                     10 Tuesdays beginning September 16 , 1 pm to 2:30 pm.    $300/$290
  • Short Story Reading May to July

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    •  July 11, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    Join our group of short story readers as we read from The Pushcart Book of Short Stories – The best short stories from the Pushcart Prize edited by Bill Henderson, ISBN 978-1-888889-28-4, 2008.  New participants are always very welcomed.

    July 11                       “As Kingfishers Catch Fire”                        Colum McCann

    July 18                       “The Bill Collector’s Vacation”                   Patricia Hampl

     2 Fridays: May 16 to July 18, 10 am to 11:30 am. $40

  • Hearing And Cognitive Health

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    •  March 14, 2025
       1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

    Join us by Zoom to learn about preserving your hearing and the importance for cognitive health with Dr. Lori Halvorson and Dr. Ann Benny from Lake Forest Hearing.

    This workshop will be Zoom only and recorded for registered participants. Link will be sent Friday morning.

                                                                                             Friday, March 14 @ 1:30 pm CT to 2:30 pm. $20

  • Let’s Write the Amherst Way

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    •  April 8, 2025
       3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Let’s Write the Amherst Way!

    Start with a warm-up activity offered by facilitator Kim Grahl, followed by a writing prompt, with time to write for 30 to 40 minutes. Afterward, share individual writings (if you choose) with specific encouraging rules for feedback. Confidentiality within the group.  Beginners are always welcome!

    4 Tuesdays: April 8, 22, May 6 and 20,  3 pm to 5 pm.  $160/$145

  • Your Own Valentine Reflection

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    •  February 14, 2025
       4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Many people at the end of their lives feel the need to make five essential statements. Catherine Durkin Robinson will offer this online ZOOM writing workshop with and death doula presentation to provide information about how Valentine’s Day helps us make some of those statements now, before the end of life.   Upon completion of this program, the participant will be able to:

    • Identify religious, secular, and cultural Valentine’s Day rituals.
    • Understand the different ways that different cultures celebrate Valentine’s Day.
    • Learn about the five essential statements.
    • Recognize the mental health benefits of making some of those statements before we get to the end of life.
    • Practice the art of writing letters or stories expressing love, making amends, offering forgiveness, and expressing gratitude.

    Friday, February 14, 4 – 5:30 pm CT, Zoom. $35/$32

  • Wolves Continuation Class

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    •  January 23, 2025
       1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    The Wolves  group will  continue working together to explore the multi-faceted, woman’s archetypal journey.  Pre-requisite class attendance Fall 2024

                  7 Thursdays: January 23, February 6, 20, March 6, 20 and April 10, 24, 1:30 – 3:30 pm. $280/$252

  • Master Your Apple Watch

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    •  January 30, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

     Master Your Apple Watch

    Join in with facilitator, Michael Gershbein, to learn everything that you never knew about your Apple Watch, from customization to health tracking and notifications to extending your phone’s functionality to your wrist.

     Thursday, January 30, 10 to 11:30 am. $35/$30.

  • Discover Soul Collage. Discover Yourself

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    •  February 27, 2025
       12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    Discover Soul Collage®. Discover Yourself.

    This introduction to Soul Collage(R)is a visual journaling process that involves creating a deck of collaged cards to help discover their inner wisdom and express themselves utilizing intuition and unique creativity. No prior experience required. All supplies provided. Come prepared to have fun with Annie, Unger, Soul Collage Facilitator.

    Thursday, February 27, 12:30 – 3:30 pm. $75/$68

  • Wisdom of the Body

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    •  February 12, 2025
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Wisdom of the Body

    Join us as Sue Baugh goes into how the body’s wisdom can help us create peace within and around us. Each class will cover the basics of the body’s amazing structure, the energy of the organ systems, and how to transform negative emotions into positive using 5 healing sounds. Come experience the love and peace your body carries within it.

    4 Wednesdays February 12, 26 and March 12 and April 2,  1 – 2:30 pm.   $135/$125

  • Let’s Talk Interior Home Design

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    •  April 30, 2025
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Unlock Your Dream Space – An Afternoon with Julie Dunfee of Julie Dunfee Designs

    Ever feel stuck with a room that just isn’t coming together? Whether it’s that awkward layout or picking the right colors, we’ve all been there. Here’s your chance to get the expert guidance you need, all while having fun and connecting with others who are in the same boat.  Join us for Let’s Talk Design, an exclusive afternoon with Julie Dunfee, the creative behind Julie Dunfee Designs. This interactive and relaxed session is designed to inspire you, answer your burning design questions, and help you overcome the roadblocks that stand between you and your dream home.

    What to Expect:

    • Tailored Design Advice: Submit a photo of your space ahead of time, and Julie will provide personalized insights on how to turn your design challenges into opportunities. Whether it’s a layout issue, color conundrum, or furniture arrangement, she’s got the answers. (Send your photo to: deb@womens-exchange.org)
    • Collaborative Problem-Solving: Join a lively group discussion where Julie will guide you through real-world design dilemmas. Share your challenges, swap tips, and leave with fresh ideas to make your space shine.
    • Pro Insider Tips: With years of experience, Julie will share her go-to design tricks, hacks, and tips to help you elevate your space on any budget.
    • Creative Inspiration: Get inspired by others’ design journeys and learn how to apply creative solutions to your own home. You’ll leave with a notebook full of ideas and a newfound confidence to tackle any room.

    This isn’t just a talk—it’s an interactive, hands-on design experience that will leave you feeling empowered and excited to transform your space.

                                       Space is limited—reserve your spot by April 20!

    ·       Personalized Insights: Prior to the event, submit a photo of a room or space in your home that poses design to deb@womens-exchange.org

    April 30, 1 – 2:30 pm. $35/$32

  • What’s Next? Changes and Needs To Aging Well

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    •  February 6, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:15 am

    What’s Next?

    We will work through Joy Loverde’s book, “Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old”.  This book discussion will help embrace and better understand the changes and needs that come to aging well. Deb Guy, Women’s Exchange Director will facilitate. You will bring insights to discuss from chapters read. For first class, read Introduction through Chapter 2. This is a discussion class; we will learn from one another.   

                       6 Thursdays: February 6, 20, March 6, 20, April 3 and 17, 10 – 11:15 am. $90/$80 

                                          Power Hour on Tuesday morning  is a great companion workshop.

  • POWER HOUR – LET’S GET THE VITAL DOCUMENTS DONE

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    •  January 21, 2025
       11:00 am - 12:00 pm

    POWER HOUR – LET’S GET THE VITAL DOCUMENTS DONE

     Join Dale Davison ,Anne and Nancy Wieboldt and for a powerful hour by Zoom to get our vital documents in order. What and How tips will be shared for first 5 to 10 minutes and then we individually get to work for 45 to 50 minutes getting important documents organized for self & loved ones”. Last 5 minutes will be for celebrating the morning’s accomplishments.

    This is a terrific opportunity with wise tips and support. At the end of 5 weeks, cheering will be heard saving you many dollars in potential attorney fees!

                    5 Tuesdays: January  21, 28 and February 4, 11, and 18, 11 am to noon CT.  $100/$90

  • What You Need to Know About Identity Theft

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    •  January 24, 2025
       4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the US with over 16 million victims of identity theft costing citizens $16.8 billion. Join us for a live & interactive Zoom discussion with Andre Lingham Founder/President of the Center for Justice and Education to explore this important topic.

                                                                                         Friday, January 24, 4 -5:30 pm.CT    Zoom.  $20

  • Project Linus Stitching Circle

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    •  February 2, 2026 - July 6, 2026
       12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    Project Linus Stitching Circle

    Join in to help hospitalized children. All you need is the ability to stitch two squares of cloth together by hand. Sewn strips of colorful cloth are later turned into finished quilts that are donated to Project Linus. Meets monthly except August.

    First Monday of the month, Drop in between, Noon to 2 pm. No charge.  

  • Healing the Human Body Field

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    •  January 22, 2025
       12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

    What if we are more than just a physical body? Ancient traditions and modern energy medicine suggest we are made of a subtle energy field that holds information about our physical, mental, and emotional health. Balancing this energy can help restore the body to its natural state of balance. As Energy Psychologist Donna Eden says, “Matter follows energy. When your energies are vibrant, so is your body.”

    Discover Energy4Life, a bioenergetic scanning technology that detects imbalances in the human energy field to support healing.

    Whitney Liptay, an Energy Healer (Core Star School graduate) and certified Energy4Life practitioner, has over 21 years of experience in Energy Healing, Spiritual Coaching, and Intuitive Readings in Winnetka. A cancer survivor at 22, she has dedicated her life to empowering others to heal themselves and find hope in their health journey.

                                                                                             Friday, January 31, 4 pm – 5:30 pm, $35/$30

  • Make your own chunky blanket!

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    •  January 18, 2025
       1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Design your own a soft, chunky blanket that you can make! No knitting involved.
     This first session, with Mair Hill, will get you started (blankets take 5-6 hours to make), you’ll finish it at home and then we’ll arrange a one hour follow-up drop-in session to complete the last row.
    Trust me on this, choose ONE color and 8 skeins, learn the basics and you will be able to finish. If you want to get fancy with your next blanket, I’ll share tips.

    Supplies:  8 skeins of ONE COLOR Yarn Bee Eternal Bliss yarn. (Yarn is 30% off right now at Hobby Lobby @ 5.99 a skein) Scissors and a lighter are helpful but we’ll have them there.   Women’s Exchange does have two sets of 8 skeins for sale: an ivory set and a soft-pink set.  Cost for a kit is $48 to make one blanket. Must pay by check for this or use Zell.  Send an email to: deb@womens-exchange.org if you would like to purchase one.   

     

                            Drop-In Saturday, January 18 between 1 pm and 4 pm to get started.  It’s easy. It’s fun.  $25

     

  • Lit Circle

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    •  June 2, 2025
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Book lovers, join our reading group to explore a variety of fiction and non-fiction, including classics, mysteries, historical fiction and family drama.  We meet every six weeks on Mondays, 1-2:30 pm to discuss thought-provoking and entertaining books.  Reading in this order:  “Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow”, “Kingmaker: Pamela Harriman’s Astonishing Life of Power, Seduction and Intrigue,  “James”.

                                         Mondays:   June 2, July 14, 1 pm to 2:30 pm. $30/$27

  • The Life Of Betty White

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    •  January 15, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    Step into the vibrant world of Betty Marion White Ludden, brought to life by our captivating historical presenter. She  will transport the audience through time, sharing White’s cherished tales of her Illinois upbringing and the journey that led to her fame and numerous accomplishments.

    Afterward, if you can… join us for lunch @Honey Comb restaurant to order and individually pay for your lunch.

    No charge Thank you to the Legacy Grant from the Winnetka Woman’s Club

     Wednesday, January 15, 10 am to 11:30am.   Lunch extra

  • Short Story Reading

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    •  March 14, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    Short Story

    Join our group of short story readers as we read from The Pushcart Book of Short Stories – The best short stories from the Pushcart Prize edited by Bill Henderson, ISBN 978-1-888889-28-4, 2008.  New participants are always very welcome.  Hybrid

             4 Fridays:   March 14, 28 and April 11, 25, 10 am to 11:30 am  Hybrid  $60/$55

    March 14           Four Stories                                  Lydia Davis

    March 28           My Best Soldier                            Ha Jin

    April 11              Marie                                              Edward P. Jones

    April 25              The Life of the Body                    Tobias Wolff

  • My Mini Memoirs Writing Class

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    •  January 16, 2025
       10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    My Mini Memoirs Writing Class

    Join us this winter with  Master-trained Memoir Writing Facilitator Sarah Squires-Doyle who will provide writing exercises and prompts to spark memories from different ages and stages of life. Writing your life story can be daunting. But writing a collection of mini memoirs (short personal essays) can be self-reflective, life-affirming, and fun! No writing experience necessary.

                            4 Thursdays: January 16, February 13, March 13, and April 10,      10 am – Noon. $120/$110

  • Amherst Writers

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    •  February 18, 2025
       3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Let’s Write the Amherst Way!

    Start with a warm-up activity offered by facilitator Kim Grahl, followed by a writing prompt, with time to write for 30 to 40 minutes. Afterward, share individual writings (if you choose) with specific encouraging rules for feedback. Confidentiality within the group.  Beginners are always welcome!

                                      3 Tuesdays: February 18, March 4 & 18, 3 pm to 5 pm.  $120/$110

  • “Virtual Natives”, discussion with co-author

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    •  January 16, 2025
       2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    The eclipse of Digital Natives and the dawn of virtual culture—how Gen A & Z are radically redefining the future of work, play, economics, and social life.

    We’re living through what is arguably one of the most exciting, confusing, and powerful social moments in the history of humanity, the shift from the Digital Age to the Virtual Age. This shift is being driven by technology, and the people who are leading it are the ones who know it best: the Virtual Natives. Co-author, Leslie Shannon, will introduce you by Zoom to the Virtual Native cohort and mindset, decipher their socio-cultural and economic experiences, and unpack their expectations of companies looking to engage, market, or employ them To understand the future, read Virtual Natives.   

                                           Leslie is also known for  being  a five-time undefeated winner on Jeopardy!

                                                                Thursday, January 16, 2 pm to 3 pm CT, by Zoom, $30/$25

     

  • All About Coffee:Knowns and Unknowns

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    •  January 9, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    Join us for a special program to learn of the various origins and users of a variety of coffees…Plus a tasting of four different coffees that are certain to surprise you! Dr. Brian Moskalik will present an overview of coffee and address some of common misconceptions. Brewing methods and basic extraction theory will be demonstrated.

                                                     Rescheduling for a new date. Stay tuned.

  • WISDOM OF THE BODY–AN INTRODUCTION

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    •  December 7, 2024
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    WISDOM OF THE BODY–AN INTRODUCTION    
    Join us as Sue Baugh goes deeper into how the body’s wisdom can help us create peace within and around us.  This workshop will cover the basics of the body’s amazing structure, the energy of the organ systems, and how to transform negative emotions into positive using your marvelous physical body. You’ll take away exercises and handouts you can use at home. Come experience the love and peace your physical being holds within it. 
    Saturday, December 7, 1 to 2:30 pm. $40
  • Gift of Years – Book Discussion

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    •  January 10, 2025
       10:00 am - 11:15 am

    The Gift of Years: Book Discussion

    Judy Bowman invites you to attend facilitated sessions during which we will discuss one chapter from Joan Chittister’s book each gathering.  For the January 10th session, please read the chapter entitled “Sadness”

                               7 Fridays:  January 10, 24, February 7, 21, March 7, 21 and April 4th,  $105/$95

  • Circle of One

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    •  January 8, 2025
       11:00 am - 12:30 pm

    Circle of One

    As our world appears increasingly divided and chaotic, are you feeling the need for supportive spiritual community? You are invited to join Therese Evans and other like-minded women in a Circle of One. This discussion/ meditation healing adventure offers an opportunity to open your heart and connect with the Divine Presence within.

                              5 Wednesdays: January 8 & 22, February 5 & 19, March 5,   11 am – 12:30 pm.  $150/$140

  • Trivia Night

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    •  November 14, 2024 - November 15, 2024
       5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

     

    Join us for a fun evening of Trivia!!

    Food, Fun and Great Questions!

    November 14th at 5:30 pm ending at 8:30 pm @ Women’s Exchange.            

    $50

                     

                                                                                                           Register to attend today!

  • Holiday Luncheon

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    •  December 4, 2024
       11:30 am - 2:00 pm

     

    Women’s Exchange  Holiday Luncheon will be hosted at Skokie Country Club in Glencoe,    Wednesday, December 4, 2024

    Women’s Exchange will welcome guests at 11: 30 am until 2 pm for a three-course luncheon with the presentation underwritten by The Winnetka Woman’s Club legacy grant.   “Behind the Scenes at Marshall Field’s Holiday Traditions”  by Amy Meadows,  Windowsmatter. com

        Lunch: Cup of Soup, Spinach and Gruyere Quiche served with Mixed Greens and Fresh Fruit/Dessert/Coffee & Tea.

                     This event has filled to capacity.  

                         Please write Deb to be added to the waitlist.

              deb@womens-exchange.org

        $60

  • “How to know a person….”

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    •  January 14, 2025
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Book:   “How to know a person:  The art of seeing others deeply and being deeply seen” by David Brooks
    As David Brooks says “there is one skill that lies at the heart of any healthy person, family, school, community organization or society:  the ability to see someone else deeply and make them feel seen-to accurately know another person, to let them feel valued, heard, and understood”.  Join us for this important 10-  week discussion with Harriet Porter, LCSW
                                                                  10 Tuesdays: January 14, 2025-March 18, 2025  1-2:30pm.  $300/$270
  • “For Her Own Good: Two Centuries of the Experts’Advice to Women”

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    •  January 9, 2025
       3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
      For Her Own Good: Two Centuries of the Experts’ Advice to Women
                by Barbara Ehrenreich and Deirdre English (2nd ed. 2005)
                Facilitated by Marge Graham via ZOOM
    For Her Own Good “gives us a perspective on female history, the history of  American medicine and psychology, and the history of childhood, unlike any we have had.”  – Adrienne Rich
    “Since the early nineteenth century, professionals have been invoking scientific expertise to prescribe what women should do for their own good.  Among the experts’ diagnoses and remedies, menstruation was an illness requiring seclusion; pregnancy, a disabling condition; and higher education, a threat to the longterm health of the uterus.”
    Join us this winter/spring for a 9-session seminar in which we’ll read and discuss this powerful and highly regarded contribution to Women’s History, which the Boston Globe said “uses rationality informed by moral insight to meet the ‘experts’ head-on.”
       9 Thursdays: Jan. 9 & 23, Feb. 6 & 20, Mar. 6 & 20 (Apr. 3 no class), Apr. 17, and May 1 & 15. 
    3 pm CT to 4:30 pm      Zoom                    $270/$250
  • Wine and Chocolate Tasting Special Event

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    •  October 11, 2024
       4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Wine and chocolate have more in common than you might think. While we know wine and chocolate can excite the senses, there is also a science that makes them pair well together. Wine and chocolate both contain flavanols and tannins that can complement each other when thoughtfully paired together to create amazing combinations! In this seminar, we will be sampling a variety of wines and different chocolates for you to identify your favorite pairings and gain an understanding of why they work together. Join us to learn more about the science and the experience. You will also gather creative and unique ideas for holiday gift giving and entertaining.The seminar will be led by sommelier Sharen de Boer-Oosterveld of Vin and Leslie Finn, former chocolate manager for Marshall Fields.

    Thursday, October 10, 4 pm to 5:30 pm. $45.       

  • How Autumn Teaches Us To Let Go

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    •  August 28, 2024 - September 23, 2024
       3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Getting good at something takes practice. Learn how , with Catherine Durkin Robinson,  end-of-life doula and educator, we practice letting go in small ways every Autumn to prepare for the big letting go at the end of our lives. Discover rituals to do from September through November that affirm life, impermanence, and sustained happiness. This includes Yom Kippur, Rosh Hashanah, Day of the Dead, Thanksgiving, and more.

    Wednesday, August 28, 3 to 4 pm, in-person @ Women’s Exchange. No Charge

  • Improv For Life

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    •  October 4, 2024
       4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Improv for Life

    Are you ready for some “serious play”? Join the fun in this introductory improv workshop with Mary Trieschmann, MS Ed. and Lisa Cormier, M.D.. You will be given a “taste” of the principles embedded in improvisational theater to improve communication and boost creativity while experiencing joy.  Limit 12.

    Friday, October 4, 4 pm to 5:30 pm. All registrations even members, $45

  • Wolves Continuation Group

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    •  October 10, 2024
       1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    The Women Who Run with the Wolves group will continue to work together and explore the multi-faceted, woman’s archetypal journey.  Pre-requisite class attendance Spring 2024.

    5 Thursdays: Oct. 10 & 24, Nov. 7 & 21, Dec. 5 & 19, 1:30 – 3:30 pm. $200/$180

  • Reversing Alzheimer’s 

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    •  November 15, 2024 - November 16, 2024
       4:00 pm - 5:30 am

    Reversing Alzheimer’s 

    Drawing on the Alzheimer’s research and protocol from Dale E. Bredesen, M.D., “The End of Alzheimer’s Program:  The first protocol to Enhance Cognition and Reverse Decline at any Age” and Dr. Heather Sandison “Reversing Alzheimer’s:  The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health” join Harriet Porter, LCSW, who will discuss what these two authors have learned, documented and implemented.

    Friday, November 15, 4 – 5:30 pm. $25/$20

  • Find Your Fashion Happiness

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    •  November 8, 2024
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Find Your Fashion Happiness

    Join us at Von Maur’s in the Glen, when Women’s Exchange hosts their own image and wardrobe consultant, Suzanne Newman.  This gathering will offer tips, and ideas with an opportunity to ask your own questions to style your best self for the holidays.        Limit 12

                                                Friday, November 8, 1 pm to 2:30 pm. Von Maur, Glenview. $25

  • Conversation with An End-of-Life Doula

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    •  October 30, 2024
       1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    Conversation with An End-of-Life Doula

    This program with Catherine Durkin Robinson, Anitya Doula Services, will provide information about possible critical decisions at endoflife. This session also includes an “Ask a Doula” Q&A at the end when Catherine will answer your questions.

         Wednesday, October 30, 1 –  2 pm CT. Zoom. $20

  • “Nope It Can’t Be Done”

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    •  October 25, 2024
       4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    A Life Antidote to “Nope it Can’t Be Done”

    Discover four conditions that either inhibit or foster productive creative problem solving for self or even within a family. Dr. Sondra Simpson, a creative educator and collaborative consultant, has a passion for helping people and communities build upon their strengths to flourish and transform into futures beyond what they imagined. “Why nots” and “Cannots” are changed to “How can we?”

    Friday, October 25, 4 5:30 pm. $25/$20

  • Civil Peace in 2024

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    •  October 26, 2024
       10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    CIVIL PEACE in 2024

    In all the uproar of current politics and culture wars, only one question really matters: Who benefits from us being so divided? Join guest presenter, Sue Baugh, as we explore finding our way from civil war to civil peace. We’ll look at how we can reclaim our natural hearts and minds. The future of our world depends on this.

    Saturday, October 26th, 10 am – noon $40/$36      

  • Ins And Outs Of Writing A Comprehensive Trust Document

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    •  October 24, 2024
       10:00 am - 11:00 am

    Ins And Outs Of Writing A Comprehensive Trust Document

    Join us for a unique opportunity with Jennifer L. Czerwinski, Senior Vice President & and outstanding Trust Officer from Wintrust Wealth Management. This very informative time together will be an update for some and a beginning for others. Join us at Women’s Exchange or by Zoom.  Link sent morning of event.

    Thursday, October 24, 10 – 11 am. Hybrid $20

  • Right Sizing Living Options

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    •  October 22, 2024
       10:00 am - 11:00 am

    Right Sizing Living Options

    Lisa Joy Rosing, Joy of Downsizing, Ronda Parmacek, Senior Living Specialists Chicago and Lisa Schulkin @Properties Christie’s International Real Estate will discuss what is needed when addressing a senior move for either health, safety or socialization. This presentation is for those wanting to learn about hidden tasks and issues that may arise as you ‘right-size’ your next home or senior community. 

    Tuesday, October 22, 10 11 am.  $20

  • The Power of Intuition

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    •  November 11, 2024
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    The POWER of Intuition: Discover and Develop Your Intuitive Genius

    Life takes on an ease and flow, once you discover and trust your personal and unique intuitive guidance system. This three-part class with Intuitive Consultant, Nancy Creely, is an experiential journey to help you learn to recognize your intuitive signals and to trust their messages. We are all hard-wired with this free resource, which guides you step-by-step on your authentic path to living your heart’s desires. Each class includes enjoyable group exercises to strengthen your Intuitive Muscle.

    3 Mondays: November 11, 18, and 25, 10 am11:30 am.  $100/$90

  • Exploring our Dreams

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    •  September 19, 2024
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    Exploring Our Dreams

    You are invited to begin exploring with Lisa Klare the symbols, messages, and mysteries of the dream world in this two-part introductory workshop. Often described as “the mirrors of the soul,” dreams offer glimpses into the deepest recesses of our consciousness. They may bring awareness to areas of unfinished business, unhealed wounds, or even hidden emotions and dangers that have not yet surfaced.  Conversely, they also highlight the many ways we are unable to see ourselves as the shining points of light and possibility that we are.  This workshop will offer an opportunity to continue monthly if an interested group emerges.

     

    2 Thursdays: September 19 and 26, 10 – 11:30 am.  $70/$63

  • What’s Next?

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    •  October 24, 2024
       2:00 pm - 3:15 pm

    What’s Next?

    Join in to actively work through with engaging conversations, Joy Loverde’s book, “Who Will Take Care of Me When I’m Old?” This working book discussion promises to be uplifting as we read and discuss up to three chapters each week.  Deb Guy, Women’s Exchange Director will facilitate. Here you will find support to get finances and final wishes in order.     

    7 Wednesdays: Oct 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 2 – 3:15 pm, $120/$110

  • Let’s Write the Amherst Way!

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    •  October 15, 2024
       3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Let’s Write the Amherst Way!

    Start with a warm-up activity offered by facilitator Kim Grahl, followed by a writing prompt, with time to write for 30 to 40 minutes. Afterward, share individual writings (if you choose) with specific encouraging rules for feedback. Confidentiality within the group.  Beginners are always welcome! 

    6 Tuesdays: Oct. 1, 15, 29, Nov. 12, Dec. 3 and 17, 3 5 pm.  $240/$215

  • Your Vital Documents

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    •  October 23, 2024
       4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Your Vital Documents: What to include and how to share

    Powers of Attorney, care providers and financial advisors will function better if you provide them with accurate information and a clear aging plan. Record keeping can be challenging because of the volume of insurance, financial and legal documents that must be included. Privacy issues and ever-changing security protocols make things harder still. Come get inspired with Anne Wieboldt, CFP to create your vital documents archive as the foundation of your aging plan. You will establish a paper and/or electronic ‘binder’ of vital documents.

     Wednesdays:  Oct. 23 and Nov. 20, 4 pm to 5:30 pm. $65

  • Slang in Conversations

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    •  September 27, 2024
       4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Slang in Conversations: Considering misunderstandings and  Opportunities

     

    In this interactive session, Sarah Strom Kays, Ph.D, will talk about slang and how we use it and other language adaptations. It is a challenge keeping up with the most current slang terms and sometimes, because of the generational nature of slang, we continue to use the words which are familiar. However, it isn’t necessary to know the latest terms to understand the potential of slang in conversations. Although this talk won’t teach you all of the contemporary slang, it will offer opportunities for participants to talk about and with slang, jargon, and other argots. And, maybe, you’ll walk away with a new slang term or two.

     Friday, September 27, 4–5:30 pm. $25/$20    

  • Inner Work is Also Outer Work

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    •  September 20, 2024
       4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Inner Work is Also Outer Work

    Ramaa Krishnan talks about the importance of inner work, particularly when approached as a means to serve the world. Speaking from a study of universal spiritual teachings, combined with her own experiences, and reading from her upcoming book, Ramaa will bridge the gaps in our perception that creates walls between people and a notion that self-care is selfish. Her prescription of a daily dose of self-inquiry, self-forgiveness and self-compassion is one that will create ripples of change that begin from us and extend into all our relationships, far and near. Join us for this important discussion as we each look at the world and wonder how to make a difference.

    Friday, September 20, 4 5:30 pm. $25/$20.      In-person and Zoom (Link sent by noon day of event)

  • Astro Analysis of Candidates for President and VP

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    •  September 13, 2024
       4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

    Enjoy Learning the Astrological Charts of President and VP Candidates

    In 2016 and 2020, Sue Baugh joined us to present the presidential candidates by looking at their strengths and challenges as expressed in their astrological charts. Sue will do the same for the 2024 candidates. This objective, cosmic view offers an impersonal way to evaluate the candidates for President and Vice President in the upcoming 2024 election. This is not a discussion about who will do better rather, what strengths and weaknesses each candidate Astrologically brings to the table.

     Friday, September 13,  4 – 5:30 pm. $25/$20.     In-person.

  • Forest Bathing Experience

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    • Forest Bathing
       September 12, 2024
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Join in to experience the healing power of nature – how it calms, energizes us, holds us through hard times, and rejuvenates our souls. Gayle Byck invites you for guided sensory meditation, self-reflection and sharing, with a closing tea ceremony.

           Thursday, September 12, 1 pm – 2:30 pm. Glenview Woods, Glenview. $40/$36

  • Power Hour

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    •  September 16, 2024
       12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    •  September 23, 2024
       12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    •  September 30, 2024
       12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Power Hour

    Better together! Have some boring or too big tasks that you’d like to avoid yet, complete? – Join Dale Davison, ADHD/EF Board Certified Coach for our body-doubling group – effective accountability tool – from To Do to Done!   Join in on Mondays at noon.

    Monday, September 30,  Noon – 1 pm CT, Zoom.  $10/$8  each Monday

     

  • The Gift of Years: Book Discussion

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    •  October 18, 2024
       10:00 am - 11:15 am

    The Gift of Years: Book Discussion

    Judy Bowman invites you to attend facilitated sessions during which we will discuss one chapter from Joan Chittister’s book each gathering.  For the September 20 session, please read the chapter entitled “Religion.”

     Fridays:  Oct. 18, Nov. 1, 15 and Dec. 13, 10 – 11:15 am. $90/$80

  • Table Read: Inherit the Wind

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    •  September 18, 2024
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

     

    Table Read: Inherit the Wind

    Class participants will be cast members in reading Inherit the Wind, currently on stage at Goodman Theatre September 14 – October 13. Martha Hudak, 24-year member of the Jeff Awards Committee, will lead the play reading, and scripts will be provided for each participant. Roles are assigned to volunteer participants at the beginning of each class and switched after each scene or act, so everyone gets a chance to play a role. Discussion of the play and characters are included in this two-part workshop. Register before noon on  September 11th.

    2 Wednesdays: September 18 and 25, 1- 3 pm.  $50/$45

  • Exploring Grief Through Creativity

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    •  November 19, 2024
       10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Exploring Grief Through Creativity

    Join us for a unique  and special opportunity to learn about grief and  creative ways to express it. This  workshop  will be co-facilitated by Mignon Dupepe and Sarah Squires-Doyle, both professionally trained in using expressive arts to process grief and loss.

    A short educational component will cover the complexities of grief, the stages, common reactions, grieving styles and more. The remainder of the time will be spent exploring different types of creative expression through engaging art processes and prompted writing activities.

    Tuesday, November 19, 10 am to Noon. $40/$36

  • Lit Circle

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    •  October 28, 2024
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Join our Lit Circle for a stimulating discussion of books, including historical fiction, classics, and mysteries.  We meet every six weeks on Mondays to explore thought-provoking and entertaining novels.  WE will discuss:

    October 28 –  “Sister Carrie” by Theodore Dreiser, and 

    December 9 – “Magpie Murders” by Anthony Horowitz.

                                                                                                    2 Mondays –   $30/$25 – Attend both

  • Short Story Circle

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    •  September 27, 2024
       10:00 am - 11:30 am

    Short Story Circle

    Join our group of short story readers as we continue to read from The Pushcart Book of Short Stories – The best short stories from the Pushcart Prize edited by Bill Henderson, ISBN 978-1-888889-28-4, 2008.  New participants are always very welcome.  In-person.

    8 Fridays beginning Sept. 13 ending Dec. 20, 10 – 11:30 am.  $120/$108

           SHORT STORY SCHEDULE – Sent upon request: deb@womens-exchange.org

  • Circle of One

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    •  September 11, 2024
       11:00 am - 12:30 pm

    Circle of One

    As our world appears increasingly divided and chaotic, are you feeling the need for supportive spiritual community? You are invited to join Therese Evans and other like-minded women in a Circle of One. This discussion/ meditation healing adventure offers an opportunity to open your heart and connect with the Divine Presence within.

    6 Wednesdays: Sept. 11, 25, Oct. 9, 23, Nov. 6 and Dec. 11, 11 am – 12:30 pm.  $180/$162

  • My Mini Memoirs Monthly Writing Group

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    •  September 12, 2024
       10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    My Mini Memoirs Writing Class

    Join us this fall as we launch this new monthly writing group. Master-trained Memoir Writing Facilitator Sarah Squires-Doyle will provide writing exercises and prompts to spark memories from different ages and stages of life. Writing your life story can be daunting. But writing a collection of mini memoirs (short personal essays) can be self-reflective, life-affirming, and fun! No writing experience necessary.

    4 Thursdays: Sept. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14, Dec. 12, 10 am – Noon. $120/$108

  • “I Never Thought of it That Way”

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    •  September 24, 2024
       1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

     

    I Never Thought of it That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times by Monica Guzman

    This 10-week class with Harriet Porter, LCSW, is not about politics or political candidates.  It is about practicing curiosity. Author Monica Guzman is a journalist and shows how to put this natural sense of wonder to work for us immediately, finding the answers by talking with people (rather than about them) and asking the questions you want, across the divides you’re ready to challenge – curiously.

    10 Tuesdays: September 10-November 12, 1-2:30pm.  $300/$270

  • Women’s Walking Group

    No Fees


    •  January 2, 2026 - December 28, 2026
       8:15 am - 9:15 am Every Monday and Friday, weather permitting

    Join in Monday and Friday mornings, 8:15 am to 9:15 am, when the Women’s Exchange group gathers for a brisk walk in Glenview.  Contact deb@womens-exchange.org  for location details. No charge to participate.

  • Let’s Play Snoop!

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    •  July 17, 2024
       4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Sip, Flip, Munch and Snoop –Join us for a fun afternoon of flipping and snooping!

    Laughter is guaranteed as all players flip their cards to win! Bring a small item in a bag to give-away. (this is where the “snoop” comes in! )
    Cards will be prepared at each table with a set of dice. Card players will take turns flipping their cards to correspond with their “roll”. The first one to flip all their cards first, wins that round. A grand snoop will be announced at the end of  playing. Players rotate tables at the end of each round.  It’s VERY easy and fun!   Lots of Laughter!  Remember, bring a small item to give away in a bag.
    Wednesday, July 17, 4 to 6 pm. $30/$25         RSVP by July 15
  • Circle of One – Summer Continuation

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    •  June 26, 2024
       11:00 am - 12:30 pm

    As our world appears increasingly divided and chaotic, are you feeling the need for supportive spiritual community? You are invited to join Therese Evans and other like-minded women in a Circle of One. This discussion/ meditation healing adventure offers an opportunity to open your heart and connect with the Divine Presence within.   Pre-requisite: Attendance in Fall or Spring Section

                  2 Wednesdays: June 26 and/or  July 17,   11 am to 12:30 pm,  Both: $60/$54   Or  $30 for one class

  • Winnetka’s Architectural Diversity Walking Tour

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    •  June 26, 2024
       1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

    Winnetka’s Architectural Diversity Walking Tour 

    Women’s Exchange will offer this private  1-hour walking tour, with the Winnetka Historical Society to explore the village’s impressive array of architectural styles. The tour will start at  on Ash (address sent with registration)  focusing on the east side of the village with stops at twelve houses representing particular architectural styles. At less than 1 mile, this is our shortest walking tour and is a great option for participants interested in a little less walking and a bit more learning!

                                                                   Wednesday, June 26, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm.  $30/$25

  • Journaling to Tap into Your Inner Summer Fun

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    •  July 8, 2024
       1:00 pm - 2:15 pm

    What better time than summer to reflect, explore creativity, and enjoy life! Certified expressive writing facilitator Michelle Wirth Fellman will help us tap into our inner summer fun by offering journaling prompts for self-reflection, creative expression, and personal growth. No writing experience is needed!  Just bring a journal or notebook, pens and/or pencils (colored pens and pencils  are invited), and a desire to write and connect. 

    “This workshop in June truly framed  new thoughts for my summer”     Diane 

      Monday, July 8, from 1,  to 2:15 p.m.      $30/$25

  • Join Us For Lunch

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    •  June 10, 2024
       11:30 am - 12:30 pm

    Join us for lunch, at the Kenilworth Assembly Hall in Kenilworth!  Welcoming space indoors and out. Donate $5 to reserve a spot for indoor or outdoor dining.

    Guests will order and pay for their own lunch once you arrive.                                                     RSVP by June 6th to attend.

    Monday, June 10, 11:30 am, We have had to change the location to Momsy’s in Winnetka, $5 holds a reservation for you to join the conversation.        Details with registration.

  • Music-Thanatology with Margaret Pasquesi

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    •  May 30, 2024
       1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    Join us when Margaret Pasquesi, a Music-thanatologist from Glenview visits Women’s Exchange (and by Zoom) to share  how her prescriptive music, is a type of palliative care that provides physical, emotional and spiritual comfort for: People battling a serious or terminal illness. People for whom life support has just been removed. Margaret will join us in person bringing her Harp to  educate us how music can be medicine.

    Thursday, May 30, 1 to 2 pm with Q & A to follow. Hybrid $35/$30.    Rescheduled for Fall 2024