APRIL ACTIVITIES
PRO SE DIVORCE SEMINARS
Monday, April 12, 6-9 p.m., in Durango at 1474 Main Ave., Ste. 200
Tuesday, April 27, 6-8 p.m., in Cortez at 925 S. Broadway
If you are filing for your own divorce and need assistance filling out the papers, come to a free Pro Se Divorce Seminar cosponsored by WRC, CO Legal Services, the SW CO Bar Association, SW CO Volunteer Legal Aid, and RENEW. Divorce paper packets are available for $10 at WRC. Seminars are held monthly. For information about the Durango seminar, call 247-0266; for the Cortez seminar, call 565-4886.
BUSINESS WOMEN’S NEWORK
Tuesday, April 13, 5:30-7 p.m., at First National Bank of Durango, 259 W. 9th St.
WRC Corporate Member First National Bank of Durango (please link to http://www.fnbdurango.com/) will host Business Women’s Network. Meet Angie Beach, Marketing, Product and Client Relationship Manager, and learn about First National Bank’s Financial Service offerings including an online banking demo. Meet other women in our community in a comfortable networking forum. Free for WRC members, $5 for non-members. Includes refreshments. For more information, call Stephanie, 247-1242.
WOMEN’S READING CIRCLE
Wednesday, April 14, 5:30 p.m., at the Rochester Hotel, 726 E. 2nd Ave.
The Women’s Reading Circle will discuss “Daughter of the Forest” (Book 1 of “Seven Waters Trilogy”) by Juliet Marillier. The Reading Circle meets monthly and members receive discounts on the books of the month at Maria’s Bookshop (please link to http://www.mariasbookshop.com/NASApp/store/IndexJsp). Anyone interested in discussing the book is invited. There is no fee. For more information, contact Mary Jane Ward, , or Jo Fusco at 259-9442. Please link to “View all books for 2004.”
CHICK FLICK NIGHT: ‘MONA LISA SMILE’
Monday, April 19, 5 p.m. at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College Drive
It’s “girls night out” every third Monday at the Abbey Theater (128 E. College Drive) (please link to http://abbeytheatre.com/). Bring a friend -- or make new ones -- as you enjoy those memorable “chick flicks” everyone loves. A social hour with free pizza from Pizza Hut and reduced drink prices begins at 5 p.m. followed by the movie at 6 p.m. Tickets only $8. A portion of the proceeds benefits WRC. Fun door prizes! The movie for Monday, April 19, is “Mona Lisa Smile,” (please link to: http://www.blockbuster.com/bb/movie/details/0,7286,VID-V+++283264,00.html?) featuring Julia Roberts, Kirsten Dunst, and Julia Stiles
‘MONEY MATTERS’ WORKSHOP SERIES: BUDGETING BASICS
Tuesday, April 20, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Durango Recreation Center; register by April 19
WRC is launching a new, free workshop series made possible by the LPEA Round-up Foundation and the Bank of the San Juans (please link to http://www.banksanjuans.com/index.html). The first workshop covers personal budgeting. Call 247-1242 to register by April 19.
‘MONEY MATTERS’ WORKSHOP SERIES: SAVING FOR THE FUTURE
Tuesday, April 27, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Durango Recreation Center; register by April 26
The second segment of this workshop series teaches participants how to ‘pay’ yourself first to help better manage your money and strengthen your financial future. Call 247-1242 to register by April 26.
‘FEED YOUR BRAIN’: PLAN YOUR VACATION USING THE INTERNET
Wednesday, April 28, 12-1 p.m., at WRC; register by April 27
Traveling or vacationing in your future? You can find many resources online, from driving directions to vacation planning. Librarian Beth Filar Williams will demonstrate the best Web sites and give you a list of Web links to help you on your journey. “Feed Your Brain” features topics of interest to women in an informal setting hosted by local speakers. The series is held the fourth Wednesday of each month. Free for WRC members, $5 for non-members. Call 247-1242 to register by April 27.
MAY ACTIVITIES
‘MONEY MATTERS’ WORKSHOP SERIES: UNDERSTANDING CREDIT
Tuesday, May 4, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Durango Recreation Center; register by May 3
The final segment of this financial series will cover general information on credit reports, how to repair credit and why a strong credit history is in your best interests. Call 247-1242 to register by May 3.
EXTRAORDINARY WOMAN LUNCHEON AND FASHION SHOW
Wednesday, May 5, 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m., at the Peaks Ballroom, Durango Recreation Center
Please link to description on “Events and Fundraisers” page.
GIRLS TO WOMEN, WOMEN TO GIRLS CONFERENCE
Monday, May 10, at Bayfield Elementary
Please link to description on “Youth Programs” page.
PRO SE DIVORCE SEMINARS
Monday, May 10, 6-9 p.m., in Durango at 1474 Main Ave., Ste. 200
Tuesday, May 25, 6-8 p.m., in Cortez at 925 S. Broadway
If you are filing for your own divorce and need assistance filling out the papers, come to a free Pro Se Divorce Seminar cosponsored by WRC, CO Legal Services, the SW CO Bar Association, SW CO Volunteer Legal Aid, and RENEW. Divorce paper packets are available for $10 at WRC. Seminars are held monthly. For information about the Durango seminar, call 247-0266; for the Cortez seminar, call 565-4886.
BUSINESS WOMEN’S NEWORK
Tuesday, May 11, 5:30-7 p.m., at the Durango Herald, 1275 Main Ave.
The Durango Herald (please link to http://www.durangoherald.com/) will host Business Women’s Network in May. Join H. R. Director and WRC Board Member Nancy McDonald to learn more about the Durango Herald and meet other women in our community. Free for WRC members, $5 for non-members. Includes refreshments. For more information, call Stephanie, 247-1242.
WOMEN’S READING CIRCLE
Wednesday, May 12, 5:30 p.m., at the Rochester Hotel, 726 E. 2nd Ave.
The Women’s Reading Circle will discuss “Red Willow’s Quest,” by Heidi Skarie. The Reading Circle meets monthly and members receive discounts on the books of the month at Maria’s Bookshop (please link). Anyone interested in discussing the book is invited. There is no fee. For more information, contact Mary Jane Ward, , or Jo Fusco at 259-9442. View all books for 2004.
CHICK FLICK NIGHT
Monday, May 17, 5 p.m. at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College Drive
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BOOKSIGNING AT MARIA’S BOOKSHOP
Tuesday, May 25, 6-7 p.m. at Maria’s Bookshop, 960 Main
Please link to description on “Events and Fundraisers” page.
‘FEED YOUR BRAIN’: SEXUAL POLITICS IN THE WORKPLACE
Wednesday, May 26, 12-1 p.m., at WRC; register by May 25
Find out what sexual harassment is and what to do if it creeps into your workplace during “Feed Your Brain” led by Lynne Sholler, President of Employers' Advantage. “Feed Your Brain” features topics of interest to women in an informal setting hosted by local speakers. The series is held the fourth Wednesday of each month. Free for WRC members, $5 for non-members. Register by May 25.
WRC will be closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 31.
CORPORATE MEMBER PAGE CHANGES:
· Move “Bank of the San Juans” under “Gold”
· Alphabetize the “Gold” members
· Remove “Morgan Stanley” under “Bronze”
· Add “River Mist Learning Community” under “Bronze”