Events at Sophia
Sophia offers a range of regular and special events.
Explore the categories and events below.
Sound and movement
Weekend Circle Dancing with Lyn
Come breathe in the peace and 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! [374]
Sound and movement
Winter Solstice
The ancients knew that the winter solstice was the longest night of the year & that the sun was beginning its long journey back towards earth. It was a time of rejoicing knowing that soon the warm days of Spring would return & the dormant earth would come back to life. Come join our community celebration with dances of Light, Hope & Peace. Please wear white or light coloured clothing to symbolically banish fear, ignorance & darkness. No Circle Dancing experience required. All dances carefully taught [499]
Sound and movement
Circle Dancing with Marisa
Experience the gentle joy of mindful movement to music that engages the heart and uplifts the spirit. Carefully choreographed, easy to learn, suitable for beginners and beyond![263]
Sound and movement
Connect Play Create
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. [221]
Sound and movement
Living Playfully
Let’s lighten up, get out of our heads and have more fun and laughter in our lives. Using the InterPlay forms of movement, storytelling, voice and stillness, we will explore how we can live more playfully in a very serious world. BYO lunch. [467]
Sound and Movement
Hula Hooping for Joy
Come along and learn the basics of hula hooping. We will practice together and hoop to our favourite songs. Designed for fun and enjoyment, hula hooping is beneficial for body, mind and spirit! You will need to purchase a hula hoop equal to the size of your waist plus about 10-15cm, weighing about 1.2kg and not more than 1.4kg. Hoops can be purchased online at eBay or Amazon.[532]
Sound and movement
Sophia Singers
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. [337] Starts 11/2/25
Meditation and Mindfulness
Sunday Buddhist Meditation
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.[253]
Meditation and Mindfulness
Mindfulness Practice
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. [423]
Meditation and Mindfulness
Silent Meditation
Meditation in a group can support and enhance our journey with silence. In this open group we nurture our inner practice with silence. All traditions of silent meditation are welcome. [298]
Writing and Poetry
Haiku for the Seasons Workshops
An afternoon of writing & playing with haiku & other short form poetry. Bring your pen & pencil, your favourite haiku to share and a friend! Afternoon tea included. All women welcome. [515]
Writing and Poetry
Saturday Women’s Poetry Circle
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 and poetry writing, please join us. No prior knowledge of poetry or writing experience is necessary. Women welcome. [007]
Writing and poetry
Women Writing
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 welcome! [002]
Discussion and Exploration
Feminist Theologies Re-visited
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 guests welcome too! [218]
Discussion and Exploration
Honouring the seasons
As each season ends and welcomes the new season you are invited to come, reflect on and renew a commitment to your own healing, empowerment and the gifts each season bestows on us to share with the world. Bring a journal and something related to autumn. BYO lunch. [507]
Discussion and Exploration
Mary Magdalene’s Monthly Circle
The Gospel of Mary Magdalene – the only gospel written in a woman’s name. A monthly story circle discovering Mary Magdalene’s teachings and how they are needed and relevant to ur times. All women are welcome.
Discussion and Exploration
The Personal is Political: Playing our part for a better future
Join us for a series of discussions about political matters such as inequity, housing, health, education, energy, the environment and more! Politics matters because political decisions shape our lives We will learn together and then take some action to play our part in creating a better future. RSVP to 50mehtak55@gmail.com [531]
Discussion and Exploration
Death
To be human is to be conscious of one’s inevitable death.
But concepts and emotions about it have varied widely from pre-biblical times until now. Lets look at the stories we have obsessively told ourselves about it.
Discussion and Exploration
Nurturing Friendships, Sharing Stories
These gatherings are focussed on those with a disability/disadvantage. Come, connect, make new friends
and share stories over light lunch. Carers and friends welcome too! [383]
Discussion and Exploration
Serendipity Sessions
Monthly gatherings exploring a variety of activities to engage & enrich our creative selves. [504]
Discussion and Exploration
The Enneagram
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. [015]
Discussion and Exploration
Powerful YOU – the wonderful power within
The power of the heart, guiding participants from their thinning rational mind into their powerful heart – the power of the emotional guidance system – the power of the subconscious mind and belief system and the ultimate power of joy! [529]
English as a Second Language
English as a Second Language
These classes provide English tuition and practical life skills for refugee women and others not able to access alternative classes.
Other Activities
Friends of the Peace and Sophia Gardens
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. [520]
Other Activities
Open Garden in Nature Festival 2025
The Dominican Peace and Sophia Gardens have been selected to be part of the SA Open Garden Scheme again. All are welcome to explore the tranquil, beautiful gardens and labyrinth. Morning and Afternoon Teas will be available to purchase.
Other Activities
Sophia Library
The Sophia Library is a specialist public library of books and other resources with a feminist focus, for loan and reference. The catalogue can be accessed via this link.
Other Activities
Book Launch by Lindsay Childs
Adapting to Hearing Loss, Tinnitus and Noise
Hearing issues are common yet little is heard about the confusion of this invisible disability, its link to noise sensitivity, vertigo, dementia, & withdrawal. Finding awe in birdsongs one way of enriching life. Maybe there is a need for sharing? Afternoon tea included. [524]
Other Activities
Afternoon Tea in the Library
Our guest writer this year is Adelaide writer Dinali Virasinghe who explores themes of purpose, identity, diversity and love in her reflective and honest poetry and prose. Dinali’s experience of moving to Australia at a young age, her travels as an adult and work as an environmentalist have shaped her ideas about belonging and how to live well in a world falling apart.
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Other Activities
End of Year Celebration
It is our tradition to gather in December to celebrate our time together during the year. Come and celebrate with us!
Bring Food & Drink to share (FINGER FOOD ONLY PLEASE) [043]
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