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Women's Center Calendar
Special Events, Series and Programs
(Events are listed by dates and include any events, programs and series for which the women's center is solely responsible or for which we are a major sponsor or collaborator.) Please scroll down for the regular groups and meetings list.
May 2008
MARGARET CUNINGGIM WOMEN’S CENTER CELEBRATES OUR GRADUATING STUDENTS
At the women’s center, we could not accomplish all that we do with out the efforts of our student groups and student workers. Several of the students with whom we work are graduating, and we want one last chance to celebrate them and the work that they do. Immediately after commencement, we invite the graduating students of L.I.F.E. Project, Peer Educators, MPAS and Vanderbilt Feminists (and their families) to join us for a reception to reflect, talk and celebrate.
Date: May 8th; 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: The Gallery at the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center; Vanderbilt University
For more information contact stacy.nunnally@vanderbilt.edu
TN DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S PAC (TDWPac) 4th ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION
On Wednesday, May 7th, the Tennessee Democratic Women's PAC (TDWPac) will host its 4th Annual Silent Auction to raise money for Tennessee women candidates seeking local and state offices. The auction will feature dozens of items including handmade jewelry, estate jewelry, works of art, art posters, books, personal services, certificates for overnight stays in a beautiful local bed and breakfast as well as a bed and breakfast in Only, TN. You will also have an opportunity to bid on dinner with your favorite legislator. Musicians will perform; heavy hors d'oeuvres, wine and other beverages will be served. Admission is FREE!!!! TDWPac was formed because of community concerns about the low numbers of Tennessee women holding elective office and serving on boards and commissions. We believe that when Tennessee excludes 'half the brain power' we don't effectively solve the problems of Tennessee families. Our goal is to encourage women to run and help them win! To date, TDWPac has raised over $20,000 to give to women Democratic candidates. This is notable in part because we are currently the only political action committee in Tennessee that gives money exclusively to Democratic women. We have supported woman candidates in counties and communities all over the state, from Johnson City to Clarksville to Memphis. You can help in many ways: by making a cash donation and becoming a sponsor of the event. Or, you can make a donation
of an item or a service. Finally, you can help spread the word or come and help us with the many hours of work required to make the event a success.
DATE: May 7th; 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Patricia Hart Building, 174 Rains Avenue, Nashville 37203 (adjacent to the Tennessee State
Fairgrounds).
COST OF EVENT: FREE
FOR MORE INFORMATION or to get involved: please contact Alma.Sanford@VolunteersforChange.com and tell us how you will help.
YOUNG DEMOCRATS OF AMERICAL SPING NATIONAL CONFERENCE
YDA officially announced that the Spring National Conference, held in partnership with the Tennessee Young Democrats and hosted by the Davidson County Young Democrats, will be in Nashville, TN! The conference will be located at the Hilton Downtown Nashville. Join us as we kickoff YDA's first-ever truly National Youth Coordinated Campaign to turnout young voters, take back the White House, and swing elections up and down the ballot. More detailed information will be announced soon including registration and the conference schedule. So mark your calendar and plan to be in Nashville the weekend of May 30th! See you in Nashville.
DATE: May 30 to June 1
LOCATION: Hilton Hotel Downtown (121 4th Avenue S., Nashville, TN)
FOR MORE INFORMATION: http://www.yda.org/ or http://www.tnyd.org or http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=22078989768
TN WOMEN’S THEATER PROJECT (TWTP) PRESENTS WOMEN’S WORK
Tennessee Women's Theater Project presents its second annual "Women's Work: A Showcase and Celebration" of works by women. This includes theater, poetry, dance, film, and visual arts…11 different performances, at an unbeatable bargain price - come to every show! Performances begin Friday, May 9th. Performances will run on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays evenings in May starting at 7:30 pm, with Sunday matinees at 2:30 pm on May 11, 18 and 25. The final performance will be on Sunday May 25.
DATES: Begins Friday, May 9th; Performances will run on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays evenings in May starting at 7:30 pm, with Sunday matinees at 2:30 pm on May 11, 18 and 25. The final performance will be on Sunday May 25.
LOCATION: Looby Theatre located at 2301 Metro Center Blvd., Nashville, TN
FOR MORE INFORMATION: call 615.681.7220 or visit www.twtp.org
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Regular Groups and Meetings
Book Group
Meets the second Monday of each month; 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
What/Who: The book group is open to new members at all times and is for anyone who loves to read. You can find a list books being read on our website (www.vanderbilt.edu/womenscenter). For more information, contact Jane Du Bose at jdubose@bellsouth.net or Carmen Gherman at cggherman@yahoo.com.
Creative Life Planning Group
Meets every Tuesday; 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
What/Who: A group for all dedicated to living life intentionally and creatively. Free and open to everyone and is usually attended by women between 40 and 90 years of age.
Where: The Gallery at the Women's Center. For more information, call 322-4843.
Making Connections
Meets every Thursday, from 5:30 to 6:50p.m.
Who/What: Free and open to anyone with an interest in these issues. A discussion group to learn about making closer connections with others, your body, and most importantly, yourself. Topics may include body image, intimate relationships, self confidence, managing anxiety and stress and many others. The group is facilitated by Dr. Fishel and is completely confidential.
Where: The Women's Center, For more information, contact pamela.ingram@vanderbilt.edu or 615-343-3561.
Vandy Moms
Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month; 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
What/Who: Open to all mothers of any age, partnered or single. This is a fun support network that provides advocacy for moms in the Vanderbilt and larger communities. It also provides programming to inform, empower and enrich.
Join us on March 13 for a discussion on Women’s History Month. We ask each member who attends to bring something—a book, poem, picture, anything—about a women who has inspired you!
Where: The Women's Center; For more information, contact misa.culley@vanderbilt.edu
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