May 2021 Newsletter! News and Updates from the TTN Philadelphia Chapter

May 2021

Philadelphia Chapter Newsletter

A NOTE FROM OUR CHAIR

Greetings!

For many of us, Spring feels like a new beginning. Buds and flowers are bursting, and today I was even able to go out without a jacket! I hope you have all had an opportunity to be vaccinated: that’s also making me feel like a new beginning.

WE NEED YOU TO WRITE AN ARTICLE OR SUBMIT A PHOTO!

We are looking for members who are interested in writing an article(s) for the newsletter. For example, what do you love about a SIG you belong to? What special interest or talent would you like to share? Anything goes! We also need photographs of events, screen shots of TTN Zoom meetings or of the local area. Please submit to ttnphiladelphia@gmail.com

NEW SEASON, NEW SIGs

There are lots of open SIGs, ready to welcome new members! SIG participation is a great way to welcome the new season!

AGING SOLO

A NEW TTN COMMUNITY

Whether by choice or circumstance, many women are aging “solo”. A new TTN member gave us the idea to look at ways we might provide a unique, and supportive connection for our members who are looking to the future … solo.

SIGNING PEOPLE UP TO VOTE

AND HELPING WITH A MEAL

There are so many easy-peasy ways to make a difference in our community that we call home. All without sacrifice to our well earned and immensely enjoyable things we do in this city of ours. Join us as we help register voters and help to cook a meal for a family in need.

LOOKING FOR...

Due to Nancy Goldschmidt stepping up to take the Chair of Membership (see the Chapter Chair letter) we are looking for someone to take the role of Secretary.

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PROGRAMS FOR THIS SPRING

Feeling more energized and resilient? Remembering things better? Figuring out “what’s next”? Taking actions to support our community? Exploring anti-racism issues and how to have difficult conversations? Read what the Programs Committee has offered and will be offering this Spring!

JON BON JOVI, STEPHEN COLBERT AND SISTER MARY SCULLION!

On October 6, 2020, Stephen Colbert’s guest on The Late Show was the rock musician, Jon Bon Jovi. When Bon Jovi was asked about his JBJ Soul Foundation for

the homeless, he immediately praised his mentor, Sister Mary Scullion, co-founder of Project HOME

"TOPICS THAT MATTER" IN CHANGING TIMES

Our Mont Co/Philly peer group has been together for about 5 years. We are a mix of original and newer members, who have grown comfortable over time in discussing a variety of personal topics. We learned about each other’s hopes and dreams and attitudes about risk taking and beauty at our ages.

REMINDER! PEER GROUP ORIENTATIONS ARE IN MAY!

Transition peer groups are informal, shared leadership groups composed of 8-12 TTN members who meet on a monthly basis to engage in informal discussions. Click here for the May 5th orientation. Click here for the May 19th orientation. To learn more about Peer Groups click HERE

ANTI RACISM CIRCLES

Are you interested in joining one of our Philadelphia Chapter “Anti-Racism Circles” (ARCs)? The ARCs meet monthly to keep us focused and increase our understanding of race and racism, equity, and justice.

VIRTUAL WOMEN IN TRANSITION WORKSHOP

Women in Transition is TTN's Signature Program. It has recently been converted to a virtual workshop offered nationally. If you're wondering what's next for you, or what your post-COVID world looks like, consider taking it! Two workshops are being offered: May 11-May 13, and June 21-23. Interested? For more info contact Dale Davis or Jean Palmer