All Programs
The Women’s Initiative offers a variety of programs, groups, and workshops to help support mental health in our communities.
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Q Social Hour
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 7, not meeting June 16
Every other week, we will gather at TWI for queer companionship, connection, and fun. Each session features a different type of “parallel play” to facilitate easy socializing and learn new creative skills. Past sessions have featured adult coloring, game night, art night, and a journaling night. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Laura Haney.
Click here to register.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
5NP Acupuncture: Relax and Restore
2nd and 4th Tuesdays; group session from 4–5pm
Invite relaxation and restoration through group acupuncture treatment. The NADA auricular (ear) acupuncture protocol is a non-invasive treatment that involves the gentle insertion of five needles into specific points in the ear to stimulate the nervous system. This treatment helps to reduce stress, uplift depressive feelings, and relieve anxiety. It can also help with improving sleep and provide a general sense of well-being. Led by Marty Paciocco, NADA Certified Acudetox Specialist.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register.
Queer History Club
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 14
Explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of queer history with Queer History Club, a biweekly program dedicated to delving into significant moments and figures from queer history around the world. Each session will feature a discussion of a different type of media, including podcasts, book chapters, and documentaries, to cater to different learning styles and deepen our collective understanding. Our discussions will span every continent and various time periods, providing a rich, global perspective on queer history. This group welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and levels of knowledge to join in the conversation, reflect on the past, and connect with the broader queer community. Members of the LGBTQ+ community 18 years old and up are invited to attend. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Alethea Burns.
Click here to register.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Q Social Hour
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 7, not meeting June 16
Every other week, we will gather at TWI for queer companionship, connection, and fun. Each session features a different type of “parallel play” to facilitate easy socializing and learn new creative skills. Past sessions have featured adult coloring, game night, art night, and a journaling night. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Laura Haney.
Click here to register.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
5NP Acupuncture: Relax and Restore
2nd and 4th Tuesdays; group session from 4–5pm
Invite relaxation and restoration through group acupuncture treatment. The NADA auricular (ear) acupuncture protocol is a non-invasive treatment that involves the gentle insertion of five needles into specific points in the ear to stimulate the nervous system. This treatment helps to reduce stress, uplift depressive feelings, and relieve anxiety. It can also help with improving sleep and provide a general sense of well-being. Led by Marty Paciocco, NADA Certified Acudetox Specialist.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register.
Queer History Club
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 14
Explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of queer history with Queer History Club, a biweekly program dedicated to delving into significant moments and figures from queer history around the world. Each session will feature a discussion of a different type of media, including podcasts, book chapters, and documentaries, to cater to different learning styles and deepen our collective understanding. Our discussions will span every continent and various time periods, providing a rich, global perspective on queer history. This group welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and levels of knowledge to join in the conversation, reflect on the past, and connect with the broader queer community. Members of the LGBTQ+ community 18 years old and up are invited to attend. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Alethea Burns.
Click here to register.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Art and Emotions
Thursdays, May 28–June 25
Join us for a five-week art therapy group for Latina women as we explore our emotions through craft, creativity, and culture. During this group, we use art as a way of connecting with our inner child. Together, we will cultivate a space of curiosity and emotional support. This group will be facilitated in English. Facilitated by Laura Somel, LCSW, and Karina Monroy, MA Art Therapy, Resident in Counseling.
To register for this group, email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org to complete a screening by Thursday, May 21.
Q Social Hour
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 7, not meeting June 16
Every other week, we will gather at TWI for queer companionship, connection, and fun. Each session features a different type of “parallel play” to facilitate easy socializing and learn new creative skills. Past sessions have featured adult coloring, game night, art night, and a journaling night. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Laura Haney.
Click here to register.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
5NP Acupuncture: Relax and Restore
2nd and 4th Tuesdays; group session from 4–5pm
Invite relaxation and restoration through group acupuncture treatment. The NADA auricular (ear) acupuncture protocol is a non-invasive treatment that involves the gentle insertion of five needles into specific points in the ear to stimulate the nervous system. This treatment helps to reduce stress, uplift depressive feelings, and relieve anxiety. It can also help with improving sleep and provide a general sense of well-being. Led by Marty Paciocco, NADA Certified Acudetox Specialist.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register.
Queer History Club
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 14
Explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of queer history with Queer History Club, a biweekly program dedicated to delving into significant moments and figures from queer history around the world. Each session will feature a discussion of a different type of media, including podcasts, book chapters, and documentaries, to cater to different learning styles and deepen our collective understanding. Our discussions will span every continent and various time periods, providing a rich, global perspective on queer history. This group welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and levels of knowledge to join in the conversation, reflect on the past, and connect with the broader queer community. Members of the LGBTQ+ community 18 years old and up are invited to attend. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Alethea Burns.
Click here to register.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Queer Theory Book Club
Join us for our quarterly Queer Theory Book Club! This session will focus on Borderlands/La Frontera: The New Mestiza by Gloria Anzaldúa. Together, we will explore influential works of queer theory and reflect on how these ideas shape queer identity and community today. Each gathering offers lively discussion in a space that encourages curiosity, learning, and meaningful connection. Plain-language summaries of the text will be shared with registrants ahead of time, and a limited number of books will be available to borrow from the front desk. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose.
Click here to register.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
5NP Acupuncture: Relax and Restore
2nd and 4th Tuesdays; group session from 4–5pm
Invite relaxation and restoration through group acupuncture treatment. The NADA auricular (ear) acupuncture protocol is a non-invasive treatment that involves the gentle insertion of five needles into specific points in the ear to stimulate the nervous system. This treatment helps to reduce stress, uplift depressive feelings, and relieve anxiety. It can also help with improving sleep and provide a general sense of well-being. Led by Marty Paciocco, NADA Certified Acudetox Specialist.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register.
Queer History Club
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 14
Explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of queer history with Queer History Club, a biweekly program dedicated to delving into significant moments and figures from queer history around the world. Each session will feature a discussion of a different type of media, including podcasts, book chapters, and documentaries, to cater to different learning styles and deepen our collective understanding. Our discussions will span every continent and various time periods, providing a rich, global perspective on queer history. This group welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and levels of knowledge to join in the conversation, reflect on the past, and connect with the broader queer community. Members of the LGBTQ+ community 18 years old and up are invited to attend. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Alethea Burns.
Click here to register.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Q Social Hour
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 7, not meeting June 16
Every other week, we will gather at TWI for queer companionship, connection, and fun. Each session features a different type of “parallel play” to facilitate easy socializing and learn new creative skills. Past sessions have featured adult coloring, game night, art night, and a journaling night. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Laura Haney.
Click here to register.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Redescubriéndome: Amor sin Cadenas
Los jueves, 30 de abril–14 de mayo
En línea vía Zoom
¿Conoces el termino Codependencia? ¿Te encuentras en situaciones donde haces y das todo por tus seres queridos y amistades, pero no encuentras el balance para ti? Si una de estas preguntas resuena contigo, acompáñanos a participar con otras mujeres en este grupo sobre las conductas codependientes. En este grupo aprenderemos sobre como identificarlas, como se muestran en nuestras vidas y que estrategias utilizar para manejarlas. Facilitado por Ingrid Ramos, LPC.
Para registrarse para este grupo, se necesita completar una pequeña encuesta antes del 30 de abril. Para más información llame al 434.328.1800 o envíe un mensaje a bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Queer History Club
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 14
Explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of queer history with Queer History Club, a biweekly program dedicated to delving into significant moments and figures from queer history around the world. Each session will feature a discussion of a different type of media, including podcasts, book chapters, and documentaries, to cater to different learning styles and deepen our collective understanding. Our discussions will span every continent and various time periods, providing a rich, global perspective on queer history. This group welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and levels of knowledge to join in the conversation, reflect on the past, and connect with the broader queer community. Members of the LGBTQ+ community 18 years old and up are invited to attend. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Alethea Burns.
Click here to register.
5NP Acupuncture: Relax and Restore
2nd and 4th Tuesdays; group session from 4–5pm
Invite relaxation and restoration through group acupuncture treatment. The NADA auricular (ear) acupuncture protocol is a non-invasive treatment that involves the gentle insertion of five needles into specific points in the ear to stimulate the nervous system. This treatment helps to reduce stress, uplift depressive feelings, and relieve anxiety. It can also help with improving sleep and provide a general sense of well-being. Led by Marty Paciocco, NADA Certified Acudetox Specialist.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register.
Healing in the Garden
Join us in the garden to discover or rediscover the healing power of planting and harvesting. We’ll make connections between gardening, our mental health, and the health of our community. Women who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) 18 and older are invited to attend. Led by Tianna Jordan, MS and Cultivate Charlottesville.
Click here to register.
Writing for Healing
Wednesdays, April 8 and 22
Your story matters. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to join 2024 Challenge Into Change author Samman Akbarzada for a two-part writing workshop series. Samman will share inspirational writing examples to spark creativity, self-expression, and reflection. Following a group discussion, participants will have time for writing, with optional writing prompts available to support the process. Bring your voice, whether through prose, poetry, or another form, and join us in a space that celebrates healing through story. Facilitated by Samman Akbarzada.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Q Social Hour
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 7, not meeting June 16
Every other week, we will gather at TWI for queer companionship, connection, and fun. Each session features a different type of “parallel play” to facilitate easy socializing and learn new creative skills. Past sessions have featured adult coloring, game night, art night, and a journaling night. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Laura Haney.
Click here to register.
Emotional Emancipation Circle TM
Tuesdays, April 21–June 2
Black women are invited to join us in this culturally grounded support group designed by the Community Healing Network™ to help heal and end the trauma caused by the root cause of anti-Black racism: the centuries-old lie of White superiority and Black inferiority. This circle will be a liberatory space to share stories and deepen our understanding of the impact of historical forces on our sense of self-worth, our relationships, and our communities. We will utilize seven keys of ancestral wisdom to unlock healing principles and help us be at our best as individuals and as people. This counseling group is open to Black women residing in Charlottesville and/or Albemarle, Nelson, Greene, Louisa, or Fluvanna counties. Facilitated by Shelly Wood, LCSW, and Grace Wint, MS.
Please email sistercircle@thewomensinitiative.org to complete a screening by April 14.
Sister Circle Yoga and Meditation
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, beginning April 1
Wind down with your sisters every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Sister Circle Yoga invites BIPOC individuals to join in on this gentle, restorative mid-week practice of yoga, meditation and breathwork. First time yoga participants are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes before the class begins. Led by Juanika Howard, LPC.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Queer History Club
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 14
Explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of queer history with Queer History Club, a biweekly program dedicated to delving into significant moments and figures from queer history around the world. Each session will feature a discussion of a different type of media, including podcasts, book chapters, and documentaries, to cater to different learning styles and deepen our collective understanding. Our discussions will span every continent and various time periods, providing a rich, global perspective on queer history. This group welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and levels of knowledge to join in the conversation, reflect on the past, and connect with the broader queer community. Members of the LGBTQ+ community 18 years old and up are invited to attend. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Alethea Burns.
Click here to register.
5NP Acupuncture: Relax and Restore
2nd and 4th Tuesdays; group session from 4–5pm
Invite relaxation and restoration through group acupuncture treatment. The NADA auricular (ear) acupuncture protocol is a non-invasive treatment that involves the gentle insertion of five needles into specific points in the ear to stimulate the nervous system. This treatment helps to reduce stress, uplift depressive feelings, and relieve anxiety. It can also help with improving sleep and provide a general sense of well-being. Led by Marty Paciocco, NADA Certified Acudetox Specialist.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register.
Writing for Healing
Wednesdays, April 8 and 22
Your story matters. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to join 2024 Challenge Into Change author Samman Akbarzada for a two-part writing workshop series. Samman will share inspirational writing examples to spark creativity, self-expression, and reflection. Following a group discussion, participants will have time for writing, with optional writing prompts available to support the process. Bring your voice, whether through prose, poetry, or another form, and join us in a space that celebrates healing through story. Facilitated by Samman Akbarzada.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Q Social Hour
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning April 7, not meeting June 16
Every other week, we will gather at TWI for queer companionship, connection, and fun. Each session features a different type of “parallel play” to facilitate easy socializing and learn new creative skills. Past sessions have featured adult coloring, game night, art night, and a journaling night. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Laura Haney.
Click here to register.
Sister Circle Yoga and Meditation
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, beginning April 1
Wind down with your sisters every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Sister Circle Yoga invites BIPOC individuals to join in on this gentle, restorative mid-week practice of yoga, meditation and breathwork. First time yoga participants are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes before the class begins. Led by Juanika Howard, LPC.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Reawakening With Nature
Thursdays, March 5–26
As we move toward spring, this series offers a nurturing space to reconnect with yourself and the world around you. Together, we’ll take gentle walks, practice somatic awareness, and pause for breathwork and reflection. These afternoons are an invitation to notice, soften, and be supported by the season’s slow reawakening. Come as you are. Led by Kara Castle, LCSW and Sibila Quiroz, MSW.
Click here to register.
Craniosacral Gentle Touch
Wednesdays, 30-minute sessions from 1-4:30 pm
The gentle touch of craniosacral therapy supports the body in re-patterning the nervous system beyond unresolved stress and trauma and re-discovering the body’s natural state of wellness. This therapy uses light touch on the body while clients recline on a massage table, fully clothed. Participants often experience a greater sense of self-connection, clarity, renewal, and peace following a craniosacral session. Women and members of the gender-expansive community are invited to participate. Led by Amina Stevens.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register for a one-on-one session.
Chihamba West African Dance
Tuesdays
Join us for a West African dance class for women and children who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), in partnership with Charlottesville dance troupe Chihamba. In this fun and energetic hour, we will enjoy movement and rhythm, build community, and connect with our African ancestry as we explore the meanings and stories behind each dance. Led by Lillie Williams.
Click here to register.
Queer History Club
Biweekly on Tuesdays, beginning January 13
Explore and celebrate the diverse tapestry of queer history with Queer History Club, a biweekly program dedicated to delving into significant moments and figures from queer history around the world. Each session will feature a discussion of a different type of media, including podcasts, book chapters, and documentaries, to cater to different learning styles and deepen our collective understanding. Our discussions will span every continent and various time periods, providing a rich, global perspective on queer history. This group welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and levels of knowledge to join in the conversation, reflect on the past, and connect with the broader queer community. Members of the LGBTQ+ community 18 years old and up are invited to attend. Led by Hyacinth Bellerose and Alethea Burns.
Click here to register.
5NP Acupuncture: Relax and Restore
2nd and 4th Tuesdays; group session from 4–5pm
Invite relaxation and restoration through group acupuncture treatment. The NADA auricular (ear) acupuncture protocol is a non-invasive treatment that involves the gentle insertion of five needles into specific points in the ear to stimulate the nervous system. This treatment helps to reduce stress, uplift depressive feelings, and relieve anxiety. It can also help with improving sleep and provide a general sense of well-being. Led by Marty Paciocco, NADA Certified Acudetox Specialist.
Contact us at 434.872.0047 to register.
Reawakening With Nature
Thursdays, March 5–26
As we move toward spring, this series offers a nurturing space to reconnect with yourself and the world around you. Together, we’ll take gentle walks, practice somatic awareness, and pause for breathwork and reflection. These afternoons are an invitation to notice, soften, and be supported by the season’s slow reawakening. Come as you are. Led by Kara Castle, LCSW and Sibila Quiroz, MSW.
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Sister Circle Yoga and Meditation
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, beginning February 4
Wind down with your sisters every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Sister Circle Yoga invites BIPOC individuals to join in on this gentle, restorative mid-week practice of yoga, meditation and breathwork. First time yoga participants are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes before the class begins. Led by Juanika Howard, LPC.