Special Interest Groups are a hallmark of the AAUW experience, and a unique opportunity for members to learn, share, and grow. These member-driven, member-facilitated groups meet regularly to gain insight into their topics, expand their horizons, and their friendships. Guests are welcome to participate in SIGs for up to 3 sessions. After 3 sessions, they are expected to join AAUW.

1^st Thursday Book Group

Book Group meetings are normally held on the first Thursday of each month (September thru May) at 1:30 PM. An additional meeting is held in June to finalize selection of books for the next year.  For the 2024-2025 fiscal year, the October and January meetings will be held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 2 PM after the monthly Hendersonville program meeting.  Be sure to double-check the scheduled dates below.

The meeting location is at the Church of Christ Annex at 1975 Haywood Road (across from Pi-Squared Pizza).

Encourage other AAUW Hendersonville members and guests to participate.  Participants do not need to join the discussions every month.  Contact Mary Ann Bents (mabents@verizon.net), 667-967-0147

 

Bridge – First Friday

Join for Bridge and snacks. This SIG is welcoming players and subs.  We are saving a place for you.

For more information and to sign up to play, Contact Cecille Masters-Webb (treetop3136@gmail.com) or (828) 693-4081.

Explorers of the Arts

Long a source of enjoyment for members, this group explores the art scene throughout the area by visiting different artist’s studios for talks and demonstrations, and guided tours of various art galleries, museums and special exhibitions.  For more information on upcoming plans, contact Cathleen Yordi (clordi@aol.com). New participants are welcome.

The month and a brief description of the seven visits planned for the 2024-25 year are listed below so you can mark your calendars. (We try to schedule the trips the second Thursday of the month).  Reminders and more information about each trip/outing will be sent by email closer to the time of each trip/outing  (NOTE: This schedule may be changed due to the hurricane Helene impacts.  Watch the branch newsletter for updates.)

• • Oct.  17         Cheryl Keefer studio visit –  Modern Impressionism
  • Nov.  21        Blue Spiral Gallery – Tour of Fine Art
  • Dec.              Vacation
  • Jan.   TBD     Johnson Farms – Weaving tour
  • Feb.  TBD     Flat Rock Gallery  – Tour
  • March 20     Asheville  Art Museum – Tour led by Jay Calloway
  • April 17        Dale Lorens – Studio visit Mixed media
  • May  TBD     Amanda McLennon – Studio visit Marine and wildlife painting

Public Policy

This group focuses on Public Policy and AAUW community programs like Work Smart, Start Smart, and STEMEd.  With so many of our rights being threatened at this time, this group will help us advocate for our mission and our vision of equity for all.  Dates, times and meeting places vary.   For more information, contact Debbie Cope (dcope127@outlook.com).

Community Outreach

We reach out to the community as part of our mission.  Some of our community partners are Project Dignity, the Felicia Reeves Home for Female Veterans, and the League of Women Voters.  We welcome opportunities to serve our community.

• • Project Dignity Volunteering:  4th Thursday at 9-10:30 am.   Note: Dates and times may vary.  Contact Princess Ferguson (fletcherprincess8@gmail.com) for confirmations.

Second Tuesday Mah Jongg SIG

A group of us are hosted by Cecile Masters-Webb at Carolina Village for International Mah Jongg.  Princess Ferguson is guiding the group in learning the International Game which doesn’t require a card. We welcome anyone who would like to learn or relearn this enjoyable game.  Inquire via the Contact Us webpage  on this website.

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New SIGs can be formed by three AAUW Members. Do you have a passion you would like to share?

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