"Mutter's Day" May 10, 2008 12:00 PM Location: The College of Physicians of Philadelphia, 19 S. 22nd Street, Philadelphia Website: http://phillyhealthinfo.org/index.php/general/mutters_day_event Event Description: Join us for a special ”Mütter’s Day“ luncheon in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Mother’s Day. Mothers, daughters, grandmothers and those who love them are invited to visit the Mütter Museum, break bread, and listen to engaging presentations by Marie Savard, MD and Esther Chung, MD, MPH. Dr. Savard is a nationally recognized speaker and spokesperson on women’s health, wellness, and patient empowerment. Dr. Chung is a Physician Advocate for the Maternity Care Coalition and Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Jefferson Medical College. Free with Mütter Museum admission. A Reading by Florence Falk Friday, May 16, 2008 7 PM Location: Head House Books, 619 S. 2nd Street Contact Phone: (215) 923-9525 Contact E-mail: sales@HeadHouseBooks.com Event Description: Author and therapist Florence Falk will be reading from her new book ON MY OWN: THE ART OF BEING A WOMAN ALONE. Her book addresses the fear, doubt, confusion and helplessness women alone experience--as well as the importance of solitude in one's daily life. CELEBRATING WOMEN WRITERS Sunday May 18 Location: Robin’s Bookstore (108 S. 13th Street, between Chestnut and Sansom in Center City) Price: FREE!!! Contact Phone: (215) 735-9600 Contact E-mail: www.robinsbookstore.com Event Description: The Leeway Foundation and Robin’s Bookstore announce the 2008 installment of Women’s Ink featuring three writers: Judith Trustone, Sylvia Coleman, and Trapeta Mayson, all of whom are previous recipients of Leeway’s grantmaking programs. Women’s Leadership Luncheon Thursday, May 22nd Location: Union Leage Philadelphia Contact Phone: 610-687-6391 Contact E-mail: info@womensrc.com Website: www.womensresourcecenter.net/ Event Description: SAVE THE DATE! The mission of the Women’s Resource Center is to support women, strengthen families and build communities through information and referrals, counseling, legal and educational services. Purpose, Passion and Pathways Leadership Luncheon Thursday May 22nd 2008 11:30 am – 2:00 pm Location: Union League of Philadelphia, 140 S Broad Street, Philadelphia Contact Name: Neen James Contact Phone: 1-215-230-0835 Contact E-mail: neen@neenjames.com Website: www.womensresourcecenter.net/ Event Description: Join other like minded, successful business women as we honor 4 distinguished local women leaders who have made a difference not only in their professional lives but also in the lives of their community. Last year WRC honored our own Melissa Weiler Gerber from Women’s Way. Enjoy networking, auctions, delicious luncheon and a presentation at this annual fundraising luncheon. Neen James, international productivity expert and author will emcee this event and Shannon Cassidy, Professional Coach and trainer will present on ‘Finding Your Purpose, Passion and Pathways’. Lutheran Settlement House’s 4th Annual Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration Awards Thursday, May 22, 2008 Location: Hyatt Regency Philadelphia Hotel Contact Name: Suzette Belz Contact Phone: 215-426-8610 x 208 Contact E-mail: sbelz@lutheransettlement.org Website: www.lutheransettlement.org Event Description: The awards to be presented by Lutheran Settlement House at the Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration ceremony, will recognize nine Philadelphia-area women who have overcome obstacles and made outstanding contributions in one of Lutheran Settlement House’s four fields of service. 2008 Award Recipients: Jane Addams Award: Lisa Nutter (The Mayor is expected to attend the event) Spirit Award: Donna Cooper, Secretary of Planning & Policy, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Inspiration Award: Det. Rosemary Di Laqua, Philadelphia Police Department Courage Award: Henrietta Hadley, Director of New Choices/New Options, Community College of Philadelphia Purple Ribbon Award: Kathleen Sheeder Bonano, English Teacher, Cheltenham High School Outstanding Returning Adult Student Award: Celinette Olmo Excellence in Adult Literacy: Diane Inverso, Director of Education, Mayor’s Commission on Literacy Dignity Award: Darlene Marshall-Lee, Social Worker and Corporate Director of Social Services, St. Joseph’s Hospital Impact Award: Jeannine L. Lopez, V.P of Operations, Project H.O.M.E NBC’s The Biggest Loser Star, Nicole Michalik's Spin Into Action Fundraiser Saturday, May 31 8 a.m. - noon Location: Loft Apartments Parking Lot at 444 N. 4th St., Philadelphia in the Northern Liberties section of the city Contact Name: Corey Muller Contact Phone: 484-362-2683 Contact E-mail: cmuller@viziongroup.net Event Description: Nicole Michalik of Philadelphia, star of NBC’s The Biggest Loser and Q102 radio personality, will join hundreds of casual and serious spinners on May 31 in an effort to raise over $10,000 for heart disease prevention. Nicole Michalik’s Spin into Action fundraising event is set for Saturday May 31 from 8 a.m. - noon at the Loft Apartments Parking Lot at 444 N. 4th St., Philadelphia in the Northern Liberties section of the city. Michalik and The Sister to Sister Foundation are soliciting businesses, exercise enthusiasts, cycling clubs, health club spinners and concerned Philadelphia-area residents of all stripes to log a minimum of 20 minutes on exercise bikes for the cause. Participants are asked to donate or acquire pledges for at least $2 per minute pedaled on May 31st, when the Sister to Sister Foundation will supply exercise bikes at the outdoor venue between Willow and Spring Garden Streets. Pre-registration and information is available at www.firstgtiving.com/sistertosister. The rain date is the next day, Sunday, June 1. “I spent many hours spinning last year and ended up with 15 minutes of fame,” offered Michalik, who finished sixth in the hit NBC show this past fall. “I also lost over 100 pounds and this Spin-a-Thon gives me a chance to stay on track, inspire others and raise money for heart disease prevention. Let’s burn some calories, baby!” A graduate of Drexel, Michalik resides in center city and works as an on-air personality for Q102 radio and as a motivational speaker. She will serve as the Head Trainer for the Spin-a-Thon on May 31. The Sister to Sister Foundation, a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization, is dedicated to educating women about heart disease and encouraging them to change their behavior to prevent or minimize their cardiac risk factors. Sister to Sister accomplishes this by providing free cardiac screenings to women nationwide, conducting and publishing research on women and cardiac health, and providing women with the tools to make constructive changes for improved cardiac health. Social Change Leaders Program 2007 Winter/Spring 2008 Location: Philadelphia Contact Name: Danielle Gross-Eskin, Greater Philadelphia Cares Contact Phone: 215-564-4544 Contact E-mail: danielle@gpcares.com Website: www.gpcares.com Event Description: The Social Change Leaders program provides emerging leaders in the Greater Philadelphia region an in-depth leadership course which extends quality training, experiential learning opportunities, resources and a network of support which bolsters their community-based social change efforts. The Social Change Leaders program is a catalyst for social entrepreneurs, building leadership for positive social change. Participants will: Sharpen advocacy skills to become more effective agents of change. Acquire marketing, public speaking and management skills. Learn how to engage political decision makers. Get help in seeking financial support for projects. Network with others who share a similar passion and commitment. Gain recognition which enhances the success of projects. Each topic group (hunger, health, environment, strengthening families, and education) will design a volunteer project that can be integrated into the Greater Philadelphia Cares monthly calendar of volunteer opportunities. By the end of the program, the project should be ready to be implemented at a local non-profit. Each project should be designed to have a lasting and meaningful impact related to the specific topic. Participants can create a project or research work being done elsewhere and make it applicable to the Philadelphia area. What About the Children? Thursday June 5, 2008 6pm to 9pm Location: Benjamin Franklin House, 9th and Chestnut Streets Contact Name: Cheron K. Griffin Contact E-mail: info@ckgministries.org Website: www.ckgministries.org Event Description: Come and Meet the Author and Many of the Co-authors of “What About the Children? Listening to their Heart’s Cry.” A Perfect Fit: Fashioning Futures For Women June 11, 2008 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Location: World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Price: $60 ($75 at the door) Contact Name: Carrie Hanson Veurink Contact Phone: (215) 568-6693 Contact E-mail: carrie@careerwardrobe.org Website: apf.eventbrite.com Event Description: The Career Wardrobe gives women hope and a new start in life by assisting them with career skills training, networking, image consultation, and professional clothing to increase their self-confidence and empower them to succeed. Join us for A Perfect Fit, a cocktail reception and silent auction featuring prominent Philadelphia media personalities and women who are Career Wardrobe success stories modeling outfits donated to The Wardrobe Family Support Line- Pandora's Box Conference Wednesday, June 11 and Thursday, June 12, 2008 Location: Widener University, Chester, PA Contact Phone: 610-499-1209 Contact E-mail: jmnolan@widener.edu Website: www.familysupportline.org Event Description: 5th Annual, Child Sexual Abuse Treatment: Opening Pandora’s Box Wednesday, June 11 and Thursday, June 12, 2008, Widener University, Chester PA Register today for Early Bird Rates Keynote Speaker: Sue Kleiner-Grew, MSS, LCSW Caring for Yourself as You Care for Others (June 12th) Sue brings over 20 years experience in the treatment of anxiety disorders, bereavement counseling and relaxation training. Learn how to maintain your own mental health while modeling excellent self care behaviors during your work. Visit Sue's web site: www.relaxationcreation.com Featuring full day plenary session by Dusty Miller, EdD (June 11th) Working with Co-Occurring Trauma, Addictions and Self-Sabotage Dusty Miller, EdD, is a clinical psychologist, writer, trainer, and internationally-recognized expert in the areas of trauma, addiction, and self-sabotage including relationship self-sabotage such as distancing. This presentation helps participants understand and work with the co-occurrence of trauma and self sabotaging behavior, including addictions, compulsions, and negative self-image. Visit Dusty's web site: www.dustymiller.org See our brochure for other great workshops! 12 Continuing Education Credits Available Philadelphia, PA Full Circle Doula/Birth Companion Training June 19-22nd, 2008. Contact Name: Kamaria Wilson Contact Phone: 503-460-9324 Event Description: JOIN THE FULL CIRCLE DOULA/ BIRTH COMPANION TRAINING WITH THE INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR TRADITIONAL CHILDBEARING (ICTC) ICTC IS RENOWNED FOR ITS EXCEPTIONAL, INTERACTIVE, CULTURALY COMPETENT AND EMPOWERING TRAINING. LEARN THE SIGNS OF PREGNANCY, LABOR MANAGEMNT, INFANT MORTALITY PREVENTION, BREASTFEEEDING SUPPORT, THEATRE OF THE OPPRESSED Friday - Sunday, June 27 - 29, 2008 Location: Adrienne, 2030 Sansom St. Philadelphia PA Contact E-mail: gasandelectricarts@mac.com Website: www.gasandelectricarts.org/ Event Description: An interactive theatre workshop introducing techniques for community building, Image Theatre and Forum Theatre, created by renowned Brazilian theatre director and activist Augusto Boal. Workshop facilitator Lisa Jo Epstein--who trained at the Parisian Center for the Theatre of the Oppressed-- has almost 20 years experience teaching and directing theatre as well as leading Theatre of the Oppressed workshops in many different communities. Women Build at Habitat for Humanity of Chester County September 2008 Location: Coatesville, PA 19320 Price: Donations accepted Contact Name: Leigh Ann Bishop Contact E-mail: leighann@hfhcc.org Website: www.hfhcc.org Event Description: Women Build is a Habitat for Humanity International program that encourages women and girls to have fun and make a difference by building homes and communities. Thousands of houses have been built by women crews around the world - more than 1,000 have taken place since Women Build's official creation in 1998. Each year hundreds more homes are added as affiliates, donors and sponsors discover the impact of women volunteers and their resources. Many volunteers come to Women Build with no construction skills. These same volunteers leave the project with a new confidence thanks to the training and hands-on construction experience, lasting friendships and the knowledge that they helped give the gift of a better life to a homeowner. We welcome and invite a variety of participation. Whether yout skills are geared toward event planning, engineering, architecture, fundraising, or you just have a desire to help; there is a place for you at Women Build. We also need your financial donations. Habitat for Humanity of Chester County is a non-profit organization that relies on the goodwill of others to continue important projects such as Women Build. Habitat for Humanity houses are not handouts, but rather hand-ups. Partnering families work hard to meet the "sweat equilty" requirement, by building their homes side by side with Habitat volunteers. Habitat also partners with these families by holding an interest free mortgage, thus making their dream of homeownership a reality. The mission of Habitat for Humanity of Chester County is to provide basic, well-built, affordable, owner-occupied homes with God's people in need - in a way that builds hope, dignity and independence, develops partnerships, encourages community, involves Christians and others of good will, and cooperates with other organizations of similar purpose so that God's love is shared and celebrated.