The First Thing and the Last, Author Discussion
with Allan Johnson
Tuesday, September 14, 6:00-7:00 pm
New Haven Public Library

This collaborative program with the New Haven Public Library offers a unique opportunity to listen to author, Allan Johnson discuss his new novel about Domestic Violence, The First Thing and the Last. In the words of Erika Tindill, Executive Director, Connecticut Coalition against Domestic Violence: “Allan Johnson has deftly woven the issues of intimate-partner violence, trauma, and healing into a compelling novel that challenges the reader to question their own beliefs and assumptions about family violence." Free.

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The Passion Test…The Effortless Path to Discovering Your Life Purpose
Janice Christopher
Thursday, September 23, 7:00-9:00 pm

Take The Passion Test and discover your top 5 Passions. Learn how integrating these passions into your life will lead you toward discovering your life purpose. At the end of the session, participants will also be clear on how they can use this new discovery to focus their attention on what it is they want to create in their life, as well as "the one secret" to living a passionate life. Materials: Participants should bring a 1/2" 3-ring-binder, and a 5 tab divider set. Fee: $10

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Money Management: A Women's Perspective
Dana Quinn, Financial Advisor
Thursday, September 30, 6:30-8:30 pm

Identifying issues and opportunities: This is an interactive participatory workshop, for women of all ages, providing information and discussions on the fundamentals of money management, retirement planning, college savings strategies, insurance and tax planning. Fee: $10

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What Every Women Needs To Know About Divorce
Robin Klaskin, attorney; Lisa Gresham, financial planner; Laura Kasprow, LCSW
Monday, October 18, 6:30 – 8:30 pm

This workshop is geared toward women who are contemplating divorce or are in the early stages of the process. Topics address the legal, financial and emotional aspects of divorce in a supportive setting. Lots of time for questions and answers. Fee $10.

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Telling Amy’s Story – A Film Documentary
in collaboration with the Shoreline Domestic Violence Task Force
Wednesday, October 27, 2010, 7:00-9:00 pm
Guilford Free Library

In observance of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Telling Amy's Story follows the timeline of a domestic violence homicide that occurred in central Pennsylvania on November 8, 2001. Amy's parents, co-workers, law enforcement officers, and court personnel share their perspectives on what happened to Amy in the weeks, months, and years leading up to her death. While the documentary cannot change the ending to Amy's story, its purpose is to help change the outcomes for the millions of victims, survivors, and loved ones affected by domestic violence every day. This film presents an opportunity to raise awareness about and educate our community about Domestic Violence. For more information about the film, visit: http://telling.psu.edu/ Free.

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Shoreline Women Reinventing Retirement
Facilitator: Jennifer Cruet
Monthly 3rd Thursday, 9:30-10:30 am September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16

Women’s retirement today is different from those of our mothers. Join this group of retired and semi retired women who want to enrich their lives, make new connections, find new outlets for their personal and professional skills, and have fun while contributing to the community. We meet once a month and break into small subgroups based upon interest. No Charge (fees may be collected for charitable or social events). Call to confirm meeting time.

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Divorce/Separation Support Group
with Cynthia L. Sarris, LCSW, LLC
Thursdays, Noon-100 pm

Designed to support and empower women who are separated, in the process of a divorce, or already divorced. Pre-registration preferred. No charge.

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For Men Only
with Jim Abrahams
1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 7:00-9:00pm

A divorced, widowed, separated men’s group to share support, companionship, and discuss men’s issues. No charge.

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Domestic Violence Support Group
This special support group offers a safe, confidential meeting time with a domestic violence therapist. For those affected by domestic violence including physical, emotional, financial, and verbal abuse. No charge. Call for date and time. All calls kept confidential.

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Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Groups
in partnership with Hygeia Foundation
Third Thursday, 7:00-8:00pm

Support Groups are run by parents for parents who have suffered the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or neonatal death. No charge.

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Baby and Toddler Groups
Fun family programs for parent and child every Friday.

Baby & Me, 11:00-11:45am
For parent with infants from birth to around 1 year (or mobile). Networking, support, baby play, and parenting tips in a casual setting. No charge.

Waddlers, 9:30– 10:15am
For parent with infants 1 year (or mobile) to 20 months. A time for you and your child to meet friends and share music, movement, and stories. $5 ($4 with class card).

Toddlers, 10:15-11:00am
For parents with children 20 months to 3 years. Activities, games, music and movement that foster early childhood development. $5 ($4 with class card)

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Together Time
This supervised visitation program helps families during difficult times of separation, divorce, and family estrangement by providing them with a safe, neutral environment to maintain and renew relationships. During supervised visitations, a monitor is present with the non-custodial parent and children at all times. For more information contact Lori Lodge @203.458.6699.

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Association of Women Business Leaders (AWBL)
With Kari Henley. Dedicated to women who are enthusiastically expanding their businesses, the focus is on community, networking, and exchanging ideas. Donation suggested. AWBL will resume this fall.

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Women Writers Group
with Charlotte Smith
Wednesdays, 7:00 pm-9:00 pm

Meet with other women to share and critique each other's writing. No Charge.

Women Who Walk
with Margaret Fikrig
Tuesdays at 9:00 am beginning on September 7

Join this active group of women who walk the trails through the crisp days of autumn, the snowy days of winter and the green days of Spring. The group is for all ages and stages of life. Call the center to join the email list to get weekly updates. No charge.

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Tai Chi
with Suzanne Hanley
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30am

A non-contact, non-combative way of improving health and energy and reducing stress. Ongoing program. $75 for 6 weeks.

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Vinyasa Yoga
with Ava Tyler

Yoga is fantastic for improving circulation, flexibility, strength, and balance. It is also excellent for stress management and calming.

Yoga-Mondays, noon-1:00pm
Must register prior to class starting. New six-week session begins October 18th.

Yoga-Tuesdays, 6:00-7:30pm
Ongoing enrollment. Fee: $125/10 class card. Drop-in: $15 Adults, $10 Teens.

Yoga-Saturdays, 8:00-9:30am
Ongoing enrollment. Fee: $125/10 class card. Drop-in: $15 Adults, $10 Teens

Yoga Intensive -Thursdays, 12:00-1:30pm
For students with previous yoga experience. Limited to 5 people. New six-week session begins October 7th. Must register prior to class. No drop-ins. Fee: $270

Gentle Yoga—Thursdays, 10:45-11:45am
Gentle Yoga focuses on the development of strength, conditioning, coordination, flexibility, and breath awareness in a relaxed environment. A great class for beginners who would like to experience yoga for the first time. New six-week session begins October 7th. Must register prior to class. Fee: $60

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Women and Weights—There is One Fountain of Youth, Resistance Training
with Terri O’Hara
Tuesday and Thursdays, 10:00-11:00am
 Location: Stewart’s Personal Training Studio

This class will focus on full body movements and resistance training using body weight, dumbbells and kettlebells. It accommodates women with varied fitness levels. This class is actually a "Personal Training session.....in a group" taught by Terry O’Hara, a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and a doubly certified kettlebell instructor. Terry assesses your strength and will help you work out to your potential. Ongoing enrollment. Fee: $125/10 class card. Drop-in: Adults $15 , Teens $10. Start date: September 21st.

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Reality Based Self-Defense for Women
With Master Tony Pinto from the Madison Academy of Martial Arts
Mondays beginning October 18 for 6 weeks 7:30-8:30pm

This self defense course is based on simple principles and instinctive movements, this reality-based course is designed to teach real self defense in the shortest possible time. Learn to defend against common chokes, grabs, and bearhugs, as well as weapons such as guns, knives, and sticks. Just as important, to teach people to function during the stress and shock of a sudden, violent encounter. Tested in the streets, this practical approach to self defense will make you safer and more secure. Please wear loose and comfortable clothing with sneakers as active participation is required. Preregistration is required. Fee: $100

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GirlsCoach/GirlsRun
High School Coaches Informational Meeting
Thursday, November 18, 7:00-8:00 pm

Now beginning its second year, the GirlsCoach/GirlsRun teen peer mentoring program is recruiting girls from Guilford, Branford and Madison, who are high school juniors to be trained as mentors and coaches to 8th grade and 4th grade girls. High School coaches will lead an exciting curriculum that addresses girls’ issues such as body image, nutrition and friendship as well as learn leadership and coaching skills for 8th grade participants beginning in March and for the GirlsRun program with 4th graders beginning in April.

Tween Tribe
with Summer Northup
Mondays, beginning September 20th for 8 weeks, 4:15-5:15pm
For girls in 3rd through 5th grade

Every girl deserves a Tribe of her own--a circle of friends, a place of discovery. At Tween Tribe, girls create unique art projects, play theater games, share their stories and discover how to be strong, confident, connected girls who can successfully navigate the challenges of the tween years. Designed by professional artists and therapists, the Tween Tribe curriculum has been described as “an innovative, creative, effective program giving girls the essential tools of insight and expression that are key for their success as tweens, teens and adults” (Pediatric Psychiatrist Dr. Ann Hess). This is a girl group unlike any other. Join us! No group October 11th. For more information please call the center.

GirlsRUN!
Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am
Bittner Park in Guilford September 25-November 20 Open to 5th grade girls from any town

Join this great group of runners from our GirlsCoach/GirlsRun Peer mentoring program and continue the fun and camaraderie that comes from working together. Trained high school freshmen, who served as GirlsCoach/GirlsRun Asst Coaches will run weekly with 5th grade girls and continue to build friendships and healthy bodies at the same time. Along with running, there will be guest speakers and other surprises. Adult supervision on site at all times. There will be an option for the group to participate in the annual Madison Jaycee’s Turkey Trot Road Race at the end of the program. Fee: $40

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Adams Karate Group
Tuesdays, 3:00-3:45pm
Location: WFLC Carriage House

In partnership with Guilford Youth and Family Services, middle school girls learn karate and other behavioral techniques. Contact Guilford Youth and Family services for more information and registration (203-458-4037).

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Get Outside!
The WFLC’s Get Outside! program encourages families to spend time together outside, experiencing our area’s beautiful natural surroundings, enjoying fresh air and sharing some adventures. Hiking is an activity that everyone can participate in all year long, no matter what age. Always dress appropriately and be sure to bring along some snacks and water. Fall walks are in collaboration with the Rockland Preserve. Please check our website for additional scheduled walks.

Rockland Preserve Celebration of Fall Hike
Wednesday, September 15, 10:00am
Heather Crawford will lead a family hike through the woods and around the pond in celebration of fall. Meet at the Renee’s Way Parking Lot. Raindate: September 22nd.

Rockland Preserve Hike
Sunday, October 17, 1:00 pm
Nick Hasting will lead a geology hike for families. Learn about and see a glacial erratic. Meet at the Renee’s Way trailhead in Madison. Call the WFLC for more information.

"Ways of Seeing"
July 6 - September 6

Featuring the contemplative photography of Rosemary DeLucco-Alpert. In collaboration with the Shoreline Arts Alliance and spearheaded by Jennifer Newton, artist, teacher and former owner of Shoreline Art Gallery this ArtSpace exhibit will coincide with the release of a new book How to Start a Home-Based Photography Business co-authored by the artist. There will be an artist's reception and book signing on Thursday, July 15 from 5:30 - 7:00pm at the Carriage House Gallery. Additional viewings are by appointment. Call 203-458-6699 or 203-453-3890 to schedule a visit.

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WFLC promotes local artisans by showcasing their work in our Carriage Barn. If you are an artist interested in ArtSpace, please contact Linda Westgard at 203-458-6699.

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