Discussion Groups

Reading Groups

Reading Groups focus on reading magazines, books, online articles from local websites and newspapers such as the Ann Arbor Observer. They are divided into low-intermediate, high-intermediate, and advanced reading material. Some groups may include children.

Reading Groups

Reading Groups focus on reading magazines, books, online articles from local websites and newspapers such as the Ann Arbor Observer. They are divided into low-intermediate, high-intermediate, and advanced reading material. Some groups may include children.

Discussion Groups meet once or twice a month to discuss topics or films. Meetings give women from around the world a chance to learn about each other and each other’s cultures. Discussions take place in the language of the group (English, French, German, and Spanish).

Reading Groups

Reading Groups focus on reading magazines, books, online articles from local websites and newspapers such as the Ann Arbor Observer. They are divided into low-intermediate, high-intermediate, and advanced reading material. Some groups may include children.

Reading Groups

Reading Groups focus on reading magazines, books, online articles from local websites and newspapers such as the Ann Arbor Observer. They are divided into low-intermediate, high-intermediate, and advanced reading material. Some groups may include children.

1. Topic Group (Advanced English)
First & Third Wednesday, 1 pm - 3 pm

We discuss topics suggested by our members. Everyone takes a turn speaking. It is very informal and fun.

Full. Waitlist only. Priority to NEW IN members, with consideration to maximize the diversity of perspectives.

2. What's Happening - Current Events Group (Advanced English)
Second & Fourth Monday, 1 pm – 2:15 pm

This is a small group that meets at Pittsfield Library to discuss current events happening in the world around us - both local and farther afield.

Accepting new participants

3. Film Group One (Advanced English)
First & Third Thursday, 7:30 pm – 10 pm

Our diverse group of women enjoy watching international movies that have been recommended by members. Each alternate meeting we discuss a topic relevant to the movie we have just watched. Our long traditions include several special events, such as an Annual Picnic, Oscar Contest, and White Elephant Sale. All dependent on current health guidelines.

Cannot accept new participants at this time

4. Film Group Two (Advanced English)
First & Third Friday, 12:30 pm – 4 pm

We watch a wide variety of films from around the world, all in English or with English subtitles. We avoid graphic violence, though some films may include war-related themes. Films start at 1:00 pm, followed by a lively discussion that usually lasts until 4:00 pm. We meet in members’ homes, and volunteers sign up to bring light refreshments.

Accepting new participants

5. French Group
First & Third Tuesday, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Le groupe français accueille les nouveaux membres. Nous nous réunissons deux fois par mois pendant l’année scolaire, le premier et le troisième mardi soir. Une réunion est par Zoom, l’autre chez un membre. Les sujets de conversation sont variés.

Accepting new participants

6. German Group
First & Third Monday, 1 pm - 3 pm; Meets via Zoom

This group welcomes native and nonnative speakers to share their thoughts about topics of general interest and German and American culture. Members support each other to stay connected to their home country and to adjust and feel at home abroad. Everyone has a great opportunity to improve their knowledge of the German language.

Accepting new participants

7. Spanish Group
Second Tuesday, 7:30-9pm

This is a social and friendly group. While we speak about a lot of themes, it is very organic and depends on each of us. The level of Spanish is pretty high as many of the members are from a Spanish speaking countries, and the other few have each lived in a Spanish speaking country for a while. Most of us prefer to meet at night because we work during the day.
The meetings take place at people’s home; the host usually offers some “pica pica” type of food, and sometimes people chose to bring a little something. It is not a formal group, but a happy one!
Cannot accept new partipants at this time.

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Reading Groups

Reading Groups focus on reading magazines, books, online articles from local websites and newspapers such as the Ann Arbor Observer. They are divided into low-intermediate, high-intermediate, and advanced reading material. Some groups may include children.

Reading Groups

Reading Groups focus on reading magazines, books, online articles from local websites and newspapers such as the Ann Arbor Observer. They are divided into low-intermediate, high-intermediate, and advanced reading material. Some groups may include children.