Discovery Circles
Great Dames Discovery Circles are small, supportive circles of inspiring and aspiring women. They are focused on bringing out the “inner Great Dame” in all women by sharing expertise, experience and laughter.
Hosted on the first Wednesday of each month, in the comfort and intimacy of a private setting, Great Dames Discovery Circles are patterned after the great Salons of the 19th century where people gathered to learn and grow through engaging speakers and conversations. Beverages and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Each circle will be facilitated by a Guest Expert. Additionally, we will feature a local Nonprofit Organization that is involved in the topic area.
A unique aspect of our circles is the stress on cross-generational perspectives. At no additional cost, we invite you to bring a daughter, niece, or younger colleague.
To learn about past Discovery Circles, please click here.
D I S C O V E R Y O U R C R E A T I V E S E L F
The Artist’s Way
September 8 | October 13 | November 10 | December 8
four sessions held on the second Thursday of each month
5:30 to 7:00 pm
The Bellefonte Cafe, 804 Brandywine Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19809
Guest Artist: Ann Hayden
Co-Facilitators: Pannill Taylor & Sharon Hake
Featured Nonprofit: PeaceWork, Ltd
The Artist’s Way series will take you on a journey of discovery to help you realize your creative dreams. theartistsway.com
PeaceWork, Ltd provides abused, neglected, and homeless children with the tools to create art within a safe and nurturing environment. peaceworkltd.org
Donations: The Artist’s Way Series is being sponsored by Great Dames, and we welcome your donations to the Great Dames Fund in support of PeaceWork, Ltd., who will receive 100% of the net proceeds.
$200 will provide van rental services to take art programs to children in homeless shelters
$100 will buy gas for volunteers to take supplies to the homeless shelter for 6 months
$50 will pay for paper and paint for 20 children
‘ D I N I N G F O R W O M E N ‘
D I S C O V E R Y C I R C L E S E R I E S
We are launching the Great Dames Chapter of Dining for Women as part of our Fall 2011 Discovery Circle series. Every month, we will come together to learn more about an important cause focused on empowering women in developing countries globally. Causes include programs that help women develop financial literacy or gain access to health care and other critically-needed tools and resources.
We’ll also work together on ways to discover our own power and purpose. Most importantly, we’ll connect and share ideas about what matters most to us.
Launch Meeting: Sunday, September 18, 2011
5:30 to 7:00 pm in Kennett Square, PA
(Monthly meetings to follow in the So Chester Cty/Delaware area)
Sound interesting? If so, please contact us to learn more about how to participate and/or to support these important causes.
J O I N O U R D I S C O V E R Y C I R C L E
F A C I L I T A T O R C O M M U N I T Y !
Here is an opportunity to share your story and expertise with our Great Dames Community.
We are currently looking for facilitators and topics for our Fall 2011 & Spring 2012 calendars.
Programs should be interactive and discussion-based.
All topics will be considered, but especially those that promote the growth of women.
Click here to get acquainted with some our past Discovery Circle agendas.
Our Goals:
- To provide women with opportunities for practical and relevant education on topics of interest
- To share subject matter expertise with the Great Dames community and give facilitators the opportunity to increase their exposure
- To facilitate the professional and personal development and growth of women leaders
- To provide high quality educational presentations and engage attendees through thoughtful discussion
- To promote greater awareness of the missions of relevant nonprofit organizations and make a donation to featured nonprofits
Download the RFP!
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