“Communication for Connection”—November 20, 6:30-9pm, in the church dining room
Speaker: Wendy Miller, Mediator and conflict coach

Long-time EBWA member Wendy Miller will speak to us about Non-Violent Communication, the brainchild of Marshall B. Rosenberg. According to Wendy, “Rosenberg was curious about what fuels conflict and how it might be addressed differently.  The approach he developed is quite simple in format and yet has been shown to be incredibly effective in resolving the most complicated conflicts interpersonally and in war-torn countries.  It requires observation without judgment, an understanding of our own feelings and needs, and an intention to be authentic and compassionate.” — All who identify as women are invited to come to EBWA (the Evening Branch of the Women’s Alliance) to learn how to speak so that you are heard and how to listen so that others may have that same experience.

We will serve coffee, tea, and dessert before the program.  We urge you to arrive by 6:30 pm for time to socialize before the program begins at 7 pm. Following the presentation, there will be time for questions. Networking (when each person may share something of interest with the group) will begin around 8:15, and the meeting will end no later than 9 pm.

While reservations are not required, in order to have some idea of how many people to expect, it would be helpful if you would email Gabrielle Reals at ellegr3@gmail.com  by Tuesday, November 18, to let her know you are coming.  (If you forget to do this, we urge you to come anyway!)  As a reminder, in order for us to be able to pay our speakers an honorarium, we need your help.  Please consider subscribing by bringing a $30 check made out to EBWA to the upcoming meeting (or contact Carol Furman at cfurm13@gmail.com to learn where to send
your check).  Those who have subscribed may attend the in-person meetings for free.  All others will be asked to contribute $5 toward our costs, at the door.

To see the full calendar of EBWA programs for 2025-2026, click here. (Note that the January & February EBWA Programs will be online only.)

Looking ahead: On December 4th we will join with the Daytime Alliance, 11:45-2:00 pm for their Holiday Stocking Stuffer event and luncheon, with a speaker from the Regional Food Bank. Bring small items for children ages 3-12, such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, children’s winter hats and mittens, small stuffed animals, toys books, stickers, and art/craft supplies to the Nov. 20 EBWA meeting, or drop them off at the church after checking in with Lillian at info@uuschenectady.org to be sure she will be there to open the door.