Regular Events & Activities for 2023

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Mondays

Hatha Yoga for Wellbeing

Dinali Devasagayam
A gentle style of yoga including postures, breathing and relaxation techniques to stretch, strengthen and energise the body and calm the mind. Suitable for all. Please bring yoga mat & blanket. Weekly.

Monday starts 6/2

10.00am-11.15am

Cost: $15 Members $12

All Welcome

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Tuesdays

Sophia Singers

Margaret May
Explore the beauty of women’s spirit through song. Build skills, confidence and community in an enjoyable and positive environment. Newcomers welcome! Weekly during school terms.
Click here to know more about Sophia Singers

Tuesdays, starts 14/2

4.00pm-6.00pm

Cost: $12 Members 10

Women

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Mindfulness Practice

Barb Hancock
A monthly group to practice Mindfulness Meditation in the beautiful space of Sophia. Each session comprising of a guided meditation focusing on the breath; time to explore the natural beauty of the garden and a guided Body Scan practice. No experience necessary.

Tuesdays on 7/2, 7/3, 4/4, 2/5, 6/6, 4/7, 1/8, 5/9, 3/10, 7/11, 5/12

9.30am - 11.00am

Cost: $10 Members $8

All Welcome

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Feminist Theologies Re-Visited

Maureen O'Connell & Sophia Vogt

An invitation to first gather for morning tea. Please bring a book/article on Feminist Theologies to share, discuss, listen. Stimulating conversation is always had! New participants welcome too!

Tuesday 14/2, 11/4, 13/6, 8/8, 10/10

10.45am - 12.30pm


Cost: : $5 Members $3

Women

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Women Writing

Jenny Wightman
Do you like to write? You don’t have to be a published author or a formidable wordsmith to join this group of women who meet to explore their experience of life through writing. Anyone with an interest in writing is most welcome! 3rd Tuesdays:

Tues 21/2, 21/3, 18/4, 16/5, 20/6, 18/7, 15/8, 19/9, 17/10, 21/11

10.30am - 12.30pm

Cost: $5 Members $3

Women

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Connect Play Create

Trish Fairley
Fun, creative and playful, using the improvisational tools of InterPlay, we move our bodies, tell stories, use our voices and create stillness. It’s a great way to connect with others, live more lightly and experience grace.

Tues 21/2, 21/3, 18/4, 16/5, 20/6, 18/7, 15/8, 19/9, 17/10, 21/11
1.30pm - 3.30pm
Cost: $15 Members $12

Women

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Nurturing Friendships, Sharing Stories

Maureen O'Connell, Elaine MacFarlane & Sophia Vogt
These gatherings welcome those with a disability or disadvantage. Come, connect, make new friends and share stories over a light lunch. Carers and friends welcome too!

Tuesday 28/3, 23/5, 25/7, 26/9, 28/11

1.00pm - 3.00pm

Cost: No Cost

All Welcome

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Friends of the Peace and Sophia Gardens

Jenny Wightman, Nel Morrison
We invite you to join our enthusiastic group of volunteers for a Working Bee on the second Tuesday of the month to help maintain the beautiful gardens. Delicious morning tea provided. No garden experience necessary

Starts Tuesday 7/2

9.30am-12.00pm



All Welcome

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Wednesdays

English Classes for Refugee and Migrant Women

These classes provide English tuition and practical life skills for refugee women and others not able to access alternative classes. Supportive environment with child-minding provided. Weekly during school terms.

Wednesday Starts 8/2

10.00am-12.30pm | No cost

Women

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Grief's Journey

Marian
A monthly support group for younger adults who have lost their spouse/partner. The group aims to provide support following the untimely death of a partner in a nurturing environment of shared experiences, empathy & understanding.

Wednesday 1/2, 1/3, 5/4, 3/5, 7/6, 5/7, 2/8, 6/9, 4/10, 1/11, 6/12

7.00pm-9.00pm

Cost: Cost: $5 Members $3

All Welcome
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Circle Dancing for Health & Wellbeing

Marisa Ala Dea
Meaningful, joyful & uplifting, Circle Dance combines easy to learn dance steps with music from around the world. Previous dance experience not required & all women welcome, from beginners to beyond! Weekly during school terms.

Wednesdays starts 1/2

1.30pm - 3.00pm

Cost: Cost: $15 Members $12

Women

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Silent Meditation

Annette Jarrett
Do you often long for silence, quiet rest & a time to be still? Come to our weekly silent meditation, during school terms.

Wednesday starts 1/2

3.30pm-4.00pm

Cost: Gold coins

All Welcome

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The Enneagram

Penny Cahalan
Join Penny on a journey to explore your inner emotional landscape. This year we will be looking in greater depth at how type influences our way of being.

Wednesday 8/3, 12/4, 10/5, 14/6, 12/7, 9/8, 13/9, 11/10, 8/11

4.30pm-7.00pm

Cost per session $15 Members $12

All Welcome

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Thursdays

Hatha Yoga for Wellbeing

Dinali Devasagayam
A gentle style of yoga including postures, breathing and relaxation techniques to stretch, strengthen and energise the body and calm the mind. Suitable for all. Please bring yoga mat & blanket. Weekly.

Thursdays starts on 2/2.
5.45pm - 7.00pm
Cost: $15 Members $12
All Welcome
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Fridays

Serendipity Sessions

Marisa Ala Dea

Fridays 3/2, 10/3, 7/4, 19/5, 23/6, 21/7, 18/8, 15/9, 13/10, 17/11

2.00pm-4.30pm (except Fri 7/4 & 23/6 at 5.00pm-7.30pm)

Cost: $12 Members $10

Women

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Saturdays

Women's Poetry Circle

Judith Haines
This is a supportive group of women poets who meet to share their poetry, develop writing skills, experiment with style and enjoy a creative group process.The format includes writing workshops and guest readers. If you are interested in exploring poetry & poetry writing, please join us. No prior knowledge of poetry or writing experience is necessary.

Saturday 11/2, 8/4, 10/6, 12/8, 14/10, 9/12

2.00pm-4.00pm

Cost: $5 Members $3

Women

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Sundays

Sunday Cirlce Dancing

Lyn Porter
Come breathe in the peace & serenity at Sophia as we dance to uplifting music from around the world with easy to learn steps such as walking, swaying, step touch, grapevines etc. All dances carefully taught with focus on enjoying the dancing and moving meditation experience. Open, friendly, - visitors welcome to try us out!

Sunday 5/2, 5/3, 2/4, 7/5, 4/6, 2/7, 6/8, 10/9, 8/10, 5/11, 3/12,

3.00pm - 5.00pm

Cost $18 Members $15

All Welcome

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Buddhist Meditation

Celia Karpfen
We are a non-denominational group who meet for qigong, dharma talks, sitting and walking meditation and discussion. Our practice is influenced by mindfulness and commitment to a spiritual journey. Participants are encouraged to see themselves as their own spiritual authority.

Sunday 8/1, 12/2, 12/3, 9/4, 14/5, 11/6, 9/7, 13/8, 10/9, 8/10,12/11, 10/12

9.00am - 11.30am

Cost: $6 Members $4

All Welcome

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Contact Us

For more information contact us

225 Cross Road,
Cumberland Park,
Adelaide 5041
South Australia

(08) 8373 3781; Mob 0439 594 363

Office hours:

Tuesday to Friday, 10 am - 4 pm.