Events at Sophia
Sophia offers a range of regular and special events.
Explore the categories and events below.
Register for a courseSound and Movement
SUNDAY Circle Dancing with lyn Circle Dancing with Marisa Connect Play Create Hula Hooping for Joy Sophia Singers Click HereMeditation and Mindfulness
Buddhist Meditation Mindfulness Practice Silent Meditation HEART CENTRED MeditationWriting and Poetry
Women’s poetry circle Women Writing Click HereDiscussion and Exploration
Feminist REflections on our world BLESSING CIRCLE Mary Magdalene’s Monthly Circle The personal is political Nurturing friendship sharing stories Serendipity Sessions The EnneagramEnglish as a Second Language
English as a Second LanguageOther Activities
Friends of the peace & sophia gardens Sophia library Click Here
Sound and movement
Sunday Circle Dancing with Lyn
Breathe in the peace & serenity from the surrounding gardens as we dance to uplifting music from around the world. All dances carefully taught. Our enthusiastic facilitators include dances from Worldwide Circle Dancing Network as well as local choreographies. Open & friendly, visitors welcome![374]
Where: Sophia When: Sunday: 14/6/26, 12/7/26, 9/8/26, 13/9/26, 11/10/26, 8/11/26, 13/12/26 2.30-4.30pm Cash $10 Card $15 Contact: 8373 3781 or CircleDanceLyn@gmail.com.au Facilitator: Lyn Porter
Sound and movement
Circle Dancing with Marisa
Experience joyful, gentle movement to music that engages the heart and uplifts the spirit. Easy to learn steps & sequences, flowing rhythms and graceful gestures combine to create an activity suitable for beginners & beyond.[263]
Where: Sophia When: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Wednesdays each month including school holidays, starts 4/2/26 Time: 1.30pm-3.30pm Cost: Members: $15, Non-members: $18 – Women Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Marisa Ala Dea
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]
Where: Sophia When: Tuesday Next: 16/6/26, 21/7/26, 18/8/26, 15/9/26, 20/10/26, 17/11/26 Time: 1.45 pm-3.30pm Cost: Members: $15, Non-members: $18 – Women Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Trish Fairley
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]
Where: Sophia When: Tuesdays during school terms Starts 10/2/26. When: 4.00pm-6.00pm. Cost payable per term: Members: $100, Non-members: $120 – Women Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Margaret May
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]
Where: Sophia When: Every second Sunday of the month Next: 14/6/26, 12/7/26, 9/8/26, 13/9/26, 11/10/26, 8/11/26, 13/12/26, Time: 9.00-11.30am Cost: Members: $6, Non-member $4 -All Welcome Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Celia Karpfen
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]
Where: Sophia When: every first Tuesday of the month Next: 7/7/26, 4/8/26, 1/9/26, 6/10/26, 3/11/26, 1/12/26 Time: 9.30am-11.00am Cost: Members: $10, Non-members: $12 All Welcome Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Barb Hancock
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]
Where: Sophia When: Wednesdays during school terms Starts 4/2/26 Time: 3.30pm-4.00pm. Cost: Gold coins – All Welcome Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Annette Jarrett
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 necessary. [007]
When: Saturday 13/6/26, 8/8/26, 10/10/26, 12/12/26 Time: 2.00pm-4.00pm, Where: Sophia Cost: Members: $5Non-members: $7 – Women Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Judith Haines
MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS
Heart Centred Meditation
Each meditation is complete in itself, centred on cultivating heart-brain coherence, guiding you gently towards balance, peace, clarity and purpose.[533]
Where: Sophia When: 19/6/26, 17/7/26, 21/8/26, 18/9/26, 16/10/26, 13/11/26 (2nd Fri.) Time: 10am-12pm Cost: Members: $10, Non-members: $15 – Women Contact: elizabeth.ellames@ozemail.com.au Facilitator: Elizabeth Ellames
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 Reflections on Our World
Bring your thoughts to share with other women over coffee. Stimulating conversation and discussion is always had! [218]
Where: Sophia When: 23/6/26, 25/8/26, 27/10/25 Time: 11.00am-12.30pm Cost: Members: $5, Non-members: $7 – Women Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Maureen O’Connell & Sophia Vogt
Discussion and Exploration
Blessing Circle
To offer a blessing is an intentional act, an invocation for unconditional & unrestricted good. In this Blessing Circle, with meaningful ritual & mindful expression, we aim to generate beneficial blessing energy for the upliftment & wellbeing of all. 4th Wednesdays of each month, February to November [534]
Where: Sophia When: 4th Wednesdays, starts 25/2/26 Time: 1.00pm-3.00pm Cost: BY DONATION Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Marisa Ala Dea
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 our times. All women are welcome. [530]
Where: Sophia When: Every second Wednesday of the month Next: 10/6/26, 8/7/26, 12/8/26, 9/9/26, 14/10/26, 11/11/26 Time: 7.00pm-9.30pm Cost: Members: $15 Non-members: $25 – Women Contact: 0418 833 304 Facilitator: Susan Rooney-Harding
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. [531]
Where: Sophia When: 4th Tuesday of the month Next: 23/6/26, 28/7/26, 25/8/26, 22/9/26, 27/10/26, 24/11/26 Time: 10.00am – 12.00 pm, Cost: Gold coins – All Welcome Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Kaye Mehta
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. For more details see latest post on main page.
Where: Sophia When: Every third Friday of the month Next: 15/5/26, 19/6/26, 17/7/26, 21/8/26, 18/9/26, 16/10/26, 13/11/26, 11/12/26 Time: 2.00-4.30pm Cost: Members: $12, Non-members $15 – Women Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Marisa Ala Dea
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]
Where: Sophia When: Every second Wednesday of the month Next: 10/6/26, 8/7/26, 12/8/26, 9/9/26, 14/10/26, 11/11/26 Time: 4.30pm-6.00pm Cost: Members: $10, Non-members: $15 – All Welcome Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Penny Cahalan
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.[187]
Where: Sophia When: Wednesdays during school terms Starts 11/2/26 Time: 10.00am-12.30pm. Cost: none Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Various
Other Activities
Friends of the Peace and Sophia Gardens
We invite you to join our enthusiastic group of volunteers for a monthly Working Bee to help maintain the beautiful gardens. Delicious morning tea provided. No garden experience necessary. [520]
Where: Sophia When: Second Tuesday of the month, starts 10/2/26 Time: 9.30am-12.00pm. Cost: none – All Welcome Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Jenny Wightman and Nel Morrison
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. Catalogue enquiries can be made by email to library@sophia.org.au
Where: Sophia When: Accessible during office hours Annual Fee: Non-members: $20/15 or included with Sophia Membership Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: Fiona Johnston
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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Where: Sophia When: Thursday 10/12/26 Time: 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm Cost: $5 – All Welcome Contact: 8373 3781 Facilitator: