Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica

Basic Embroidery
2026-09-24 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Learn how to embroider your own tea towels…

All materials provided; no experience necessary. Every Thursday!

Presented by: Sister Oanh Pham, OSB

S. Oanh recently retired from nursing and is now volunteering at Keeler Women’s Center in the afternoons. She has been making embroidered kitchen towels for the Monastery Goods store for many years.

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Club de Lectura en Español
2026-09-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
¡Disponible presencial o por WhatsApp! El libro de este mes será El Sutil Arte de Que Te Importe Un Carajo: Un enfoque distruptivo para vivir una buena vida escrito por Mark Manson.

El libro lo puede conseguir en cantidad limitada en Keeler Women’s Center, también disponible en audiolibro gratis.

Sobre el libro: En esta guia de autoayuda se define toda una generacion, el bloguero superestrella Mark Manson nos demuestra que la clave para ser personas mas seguras y felices es manejar de mejor forma la adversidad y dejar de pretender ser ‘positivos’ todo el tiempo.

Presentado por: Brenda Mortell, ObSB

Brenda es consejera domiciliaria certificada, facilitadora de atención de traumatismos, educadora de proyectos para padres, educadora de aprendizaje de adultos y formadora de facilitadoras para conversaciones comunitarias. Como persona certificada en aplicaciones informáticas, enseña tecnología a personas mayores en nuestro centro. También es una de nuestras directoras espirituales bilingües, certificada por el programa Souljourners.

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Exploring Magnifica Humanitas
2026-09-23 14:00 - 15:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Magnifica Humanitas (Magnificent Humanity) is Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical. In it, the Holy Father brings the light of the Church’s rich social tradition to face the challenges of today. All people of good will are invited to join Pope Leo in discerning together the profound impacts of technological advancement and how to always place human dignity at the center of any new technology.

Presented by S. Bridget Dickason, OSB

Sister Bridget is the director of the Keeler Women’s Center. She offers a wide variety of classes at Keeler. She is a certified Spiritual Director and has a Master’s in Theology.

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Building Healthy Relationships Educational Support Group
2026-09-23 14:00 - 15:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
This group will help you to get to know parts of you that lead to disconnection from others and cause isolation that prevents you from communicating openly with clarity. This group follows the Internal Family Systems Workbook designed to connect in deeper ways. Workbook included!

Presented by Donna Constantineau, LCPC

Former KWC counselor, Donna rejoins our family of volunteers to offer classes that focus on mindfulness and spirituality practices.

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Painting for Memory Agility
2026-09-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Painting and other arts can tap into physical and intellectual memories that can help with Alzheimer’s prevention. It can also help Parkinson’s and stroke patients express tangled emotions when verbal abilities are eroding, or who can’t hold a trembling hand still enough to pen out a sentence, are able to paint fluid brush strokes across a canvas.

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Archwell Health in Kansas City.

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Contemplative Outreach Presenter Formation for Centering Prayer
2026-09-22 17:00 - 2026-09-25 13:00 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
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Fr. Thomas Keating, founder of Contemplative Outreach

Registration for this formation program is full, but please feel free to proceed with your application to be added to the waitlist. Feel free to contact Rob Carr robcarr924@gmail.com with questions about the application.

The vision of Contemplative Outreach, founded by Thomas Keating, states “we embrace the process of transformation in Christ, both in ourselves and in others, through the practice of Centering Prayer.” Helping to bring this transformative prayer practice to others is richly rewarding. Please join us for this retreat that offers a first step of formation training that will enable you to become a commissioned presenter of centering prayer workshops in your local area. As a commissioned presenter, you will have the opportunity to introduce the practice of Centering Prayer to others who are encountering it for the first time, as well as help guide those already experienced in this contemplative exercise go more deeply.

This retreat and training will be facilitated by experienced workshop presenters and centering prayer retreat leaders of Contemplative Outreach. Certain prerequisites are expected for participants in this event. They include a thorough exposure to the writings and teachings of Thomas Keating, 2-3 years minimum of personal centering prayer practice, and a recommendation from a current commissioned presenter of centering prayer. Other prerequisites are listed on the application form which can be accessed using the “Apply Now” link above. Please feel free to contact Rob Carr robcarr924@gmail.com if you have any questions about the application or the retreat itself.

Registration for this formation program is full.

Upon acceptance of your application, you can expect to receive a registration link and invoice for the retreat at Sophia Spirituality Center.

Surviving Domestic Violence Support Group
2026-09-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Education and support group for victims of domestic violence. Facilitated by a professional staff member of Friends of Yates. Discretion required.

Available via zoom or in-person!

2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month

If you need assistance with domestic violence issues, please call 913-321-0951 or the Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-735-2966. For the hearing impaired call 1-800-380-3323. Para ayuda en español llame al 1-800-520-7309.

Presented in partnership with Friend of Yates/Joyce Williams Center

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Grupo De Apoyo Para Víctimas de Asalto/Acoso Sexual
2026-09-22 11:30 - 13:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
El abuso sexual afecta no solo la salud física, también la salud emocional. Es tiempo de sanar y este grupo de soporte de MOCSA le puede ayudar. Este grupo está abierto a cualquier mujer que necesite ayuda emocional para sanar después del abuso.

En asociación con MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault).

Presentado por: Michelle Rodriguez

Bilingual Advocacy and Outreach Specialist con MOCSA. Para más información o apuntarse al grupo, llame a Michelle a 816-541-2318.

Si necesita ayuda inmediata puede llamar a la línea de apoyo: 816-531-0233 or 913-642-0233 o visite a mocsa.org

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Grupo de Apoyo Las Mujeres
2026-09-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Los temas de este grupo varían para cubrir las necesidades de la mujer latina en las diferentes etapas de la vida. En este día tendremos una manualidad de brazaletes de amistad donde harán su propio brazalete y se hablará sobre qué es una amistad.

Presentado por: Brenda Mortell, ObSB

Brenda es consejera domiciliaria certificada, facilitadora de atención de traumatismos, educadora de proyectos para padres, educadora de aprendizaje de adultos y formadora de facilitadoras para conversaciones comunitarias. Como persona certificada en aplicaciones informáticas, enseña tecnología a personas mayores en nuestro centro. También es una de nuestras directoras espirituales bilingües, certificada por el programa Souljourners.

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Knitting and Crocheting Group
2026-09-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Learn to knit or crochet. Work on a project or chat with friends.

All materials provided, no experience necessary. Every Monday!

Presented by: E.J. Gardner

E.J. is a KWC volunteer receptionist and knitting teacher and has been for years.

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Grupo de Apoyo Para El Duelo
2026-09-17 17:00 - 18:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Camino De Esperanza

Un grupo de apoyo para hombres y mujeres que tuvieron una perdida significativa. El duelo es un proceso difícil y doloroso que no tiene que sufrir solo. Comparta con otros mientras aprende las herramientas necesarias para manejar esta etapa difícil.

No se permiten niños para respetar la seriedad del tema.

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Consultas Con El Programa La Luz
2026-09-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Podemos ayudarle con lo siguiente:

Revisar estatus, desarrollar pasos o iniciar el proceso para la residencia permanente.

Dar información acerca de la ciudadanía.

Explique sus derechos.

TERCER JUEVES DEL MES

Privado y confidencial —- Las citas pueden ser en persona, por teléfono o virtuales. Por favor, especifique su preferencia cuando haga su cita.

Citas con Greg Bole

Abogado

Greg es un abogado de experimentado y respetado que trabaja para el programa La Luz a través de Catholic Charities of NKC. Como socio de KWC desde hace mucho tiempo, Greg ofrece su experiencia y asesoramiento a las personas de la comunidad sin costo alguno.

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Basic Embroidery
2026-09-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Learn how to embroider your own tea towels…

All materials provided; no experience necessary. Every Thursday!

Presented by: Sister Oanh Pham, OSB

S. Oanh recently retired from nursing and is now volunteering at Keeler Women’s Center in the afternoons. She has been making embroidered kitchen towels for the Monastery Goods store for many years.

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Grupo de Apoyo Para el Cancer
2026-09-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
¿Está viviendo con o más allá de un diagnóstico de cáncer o una enfermedad crónica? Este es el grupo de apoyo adecuado para usted.

Presentado por la Dr. Silvia Byer, LMSW-T

La Dra. Byer se incorpora a KWC como Directora de Servicios de Consejería. Cuenta con más de 25 años de experiencia como profesora y conferenciante en inglés y lenguas modernas. Domina el inglés, el español, el italiano y el francés. Además, es autora y coeditora de obras publicadas. Recientemente, obtuvo su título de LMSW (Maestría en Trabajo Social) en la Escuela de Trabajo Social de la Universidad de Kansas.

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Nonviolent Communication: Enhancing Your Toolkit for Navigating the Election Year and Beyond
2026-09-17 10:30 - 12:30 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
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In this time of polarization, do you desire to communicate more effectively with loved ones, neighbors and colleagues? No matter how much we care and try, sometimes it can be quite a challenge!

Nonviolent Communication is a time-honored model of relating that includes compassion, empathy, respect and understanding of human needs. It supports effective conflict resolution and helps create opportunities for deepening connection with others.

This session will explore the basics of Nonviolent Communication and offer spiritual practices to support us as we endeavor to expand our orientation and “toolkit” for relating in our homes, holiday dinner tables, workplaces and beyond.

Please register by September 15th.

After receiving your registration, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now!

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Kristina Frank

Kristina Frank is a 2023 graduate of Souljourners and serves as Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach Kansas City. She is a Certified Enneagram Teacher, working regularly with individuals and groups. Kristina is a mother of six, has a growing number of grandchildren, and has served in various ministries and leadership roles in her Catholic parish and in other spiritual arenas.

Coffee and Silence–A Prayerful Day Away
2026-09-17 09:30 - 15:30 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
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Step away from the busyness of daily life and enter into a day of quiet rest and renewal. You are invited to find a cozy corner and settle into a comfortable chair, take a peaceful walk around our beautiful grounds, or spend time in the chapel or library. Let the gentle rhythm of the day create space for prayer, reflection, and simply being. Daily Eucharist is celebrated at 11:15 a.m. in St. Lucy’s Chapel and guests are welcome to join the sisters. Let us know as you arrive if you wish to do this.Warm coffee and tea will be available throughout your time with us. You are welcome to bring your own lunch or visit a nearby restaurant. Refrigerator space is available if needed.

*An optional guided centering prayer practice will be offered at 10:00 a.m.

Please register no less than 2 days prior.

After we receive your registration, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us.

The Sacred Life of Friends (a 4-week series)
2026-09-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
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In gratitude for their own 50 years of friendship, Debbie and Mary Kay have created this series to celebrate the priceless gift God gives us in our friends. Together, let’s explore friendships from Scripture, the lives of the saints, and history, while also sharing inspiring relationships from our own lives. Sign up for this course with friends, or join us to make new ones! This series will include a combination of input, faith sharing, creative processing, and prayer.

Please register by September 14.

After receiving your registration, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now!

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Mary Kay Whitacre

Mary Kay has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 45 years. She received a Master’s degree in Religious Education in 1982 and her Doctor of Ministry in 2017 from Seattle University. After she graduated from the Souljourners Spiritual Direction Formation Program in 2005, she joined the Souljourners staff. Currently, Mary Kay is a part of the Souljourners leadership team. She provides spiritual direction and supervision, and leads a variety of retreats for Sophia Center.

Debbie Carmody

Debbie is retired after 28 years in pastoral ministry at Good Shepherd Parish in Shawnee, Kansas. She has a Master’s degree in Religious Education from Loyola—New Orleans.

Monthly Book Club
2026-09-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Our Monthly Book Club reads and discusses books by female authors of different genres related to women’s history, issues, and stories. This group is currently holding virtual meetings only. We have a limited number of copies of each book. Please ask if you need to request one. Please call 913.689.9375 for more information.

Our upcoming books are:

July 22nd – The Butterfly Collector by Tea Cooper

August 19th – Crow Mary by Kathleen Grissom

September 16th – The Hungry Road by Marita Conlon-McKenna

Led by Therese Bysel

Therese is a Keeler Women’s Center volunteer in her personal time, leading our Monthly Book Club. She also serves as representative for our partnership with OakStar Bank in Shawnee Mission, KS.

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Pencil Drawing 101
2026-09-16 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Have you always wanted to learn how to draw?

Come and learn basic techniques to start drawing in pencil or improve your skills.

Get inspired and let your pencils flow!

Presented by Regina “Pepper” Reed

Pepper joined our volunteer family in 2024. She volunteers to teach basic drawing classes with a focus on pencil drawing. As an artist, Pepper is always interested in arts/crafts and loves to share her talent with others.

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Through a Green Lens: Cinema and Creation
2026-09-15 19:00 - 2026-09-16 15:30 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
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Through story, image, and shared reflection, this retreat invites you into a contemplative way of engaging film that deepens awareness of our connection with creation. We will gather for three screenings—Billy & Molly, Spirited Away, and The Biggest Little Farm—each offering a distinct window into what it means to live lovingly and responsibly within our shared home: a story of unexpected companionship and mutual healing between a man and a wild otter in the Shetland Islands; an animated mythic world that explores the consequences of unchecked consumption and the recovery of wonder and identity; and a family’s journey of ecological restoration through patient, responsive collaboration with the land.

Please register by September 8th.

After receiving your registration, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now!

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Sr. Elizabeth Carrillo

Sr. Elizabeth has an M.A. degree in Religion and the Environment from the University of the South School of Theology in Sewanee, Tennessee. She is a board and staff member of the Center for Deep Green Faith, which provides offerings that blend eco-theology with eco-spirituality grounded in the Christian tradition. She is an alumna of the Center’s Contemplation and Care for Creation Certificate Program and provides workshops and retreats at Sophia Center and elsewhere.

Spiritual Direction Peer Supervision (3rd Tuesdays)
2026-09-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
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In these monthly peer supervision groups, spiritual directors will have the opportunity to find support, gain wisdom from others’ lived experiences, and be part of a community where they can sharpen their skills. We ask that you commit to one group, where you can build bonds of trust and support, for the year.

Please choose one of the following:

Group 1: Second Mondays (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Jan. 11, Feb. 8, Mar. 8, Apr. 12

Group 2: First Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 3, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Jan 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 4, Apr. 1

Group 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Jan 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 16, Apr. 20

Please register at least 3 days prior to the first session.

After receiving your registration, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now!

*Read about our cancellation and refund policy.

Mary Kay Whitacre

Mary Kay has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 45 years. She received a Master’s degree in Religious Education in 1982 and her Doctor of Ministry in 2017 from Seattle University. After she graduated from the Souljourners Spiritual Direction Formation Program in 2005, she joined the Souljourners staff. Currently, Mary Kay is a part of the Souljourners leadership team. She provides spiritual direction and supervision, and leads a variety of retreats for Sophia Center.

Women Embracing Aging Support Group
2026-09-15 14:00 - 15:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
A support group for women who want to explore aging together! Share your experience, wisdom and the unexplored changes aging is bringing to your life.

3rd Tuesday of every month.

Presented by Jackie Tigges, LSCSW

Jackie is a volunteer professional counselor at Keeler Women’s Center. She has served as presenter of numerous mental health topics. She provides free counseling services on Mondays and Tuesdays at our center.

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Grupo De Apoyo Para Víctimas de Asalto/Acoso Sexual
2026-09-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
El abuso sexual afecta no solo la salud física, también la salud emocional. Es tiempo de sanar y este grupo de soporte de MOCSA le puede ayudar. Este grupo está abierto a cualquier mujer que necesite ayuda emocional para sanar después del abuso.

En asociación con MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault).

Presentado por: Michelle Rodriguez

Bilingual Advocacy and Outreach Specialist con MOCSA. Para más información o apuntarse al grupo, llame a Michelle a 816-541-2318.

Si necesita ayuda inmediata puede llamar a la línea de apoyo: 816-531-0233 or 913-642-0233 o visite a mocsa.org

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Grupo de Apoyo Las Mujeres
2026-09-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Los temas de este grupo varían para cubrir las necesidades de la mujer latina en las diferentes etapas de la vida. En este día tendremos una manualidad de brazaletes de amistad donde harán su propio brazalete y se hablará sobre qué es una amistad.

Presentado por: Brenda Mortell, ObSB

Brenda es consejera domiciliaria certificada, facilitadora de atención de traumatismos, educadora de proyectos para padres, educadora de aprendizaje de adultos y formadora de facilitadoras para conversaciones comunitarias. Como persona certificada en aplicaciones informáticas, enseña tecnología a personas mayores en nuestro centro. También es una de nuestras directoras espirituales bilingües, certificada por el programa Souljourners.

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Knitting and Crocheting Group
2026-09-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Learn to knit or crochet. Work on a project or chat with friends.

All materials provided, no experience necessary. Every Monday!

Presented by: E.J. Gardner

E.J. is a KWC volunteer receptionist and knitting teacher and has been for years.

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Spiritual Direction Peer Supervision (2nd Mondays)
2026-09-14 11:30 - 13:00 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002

Counted Cross Stitch Creations
2026-09-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Come and learn how to make your own cross stitch creations from a variety of patterns and colors available to you.

All Materials provided for free! You may take your project home to finish.

Presented by Mary Wheeler

Mary has been a volunteer with Keeler Women’s Center since our return from the pandemic. She is a member of our Monthly Book Club and current inquirer of Mount St. Scholastica’s Oblate Program.

Grupo de Apoyo Para Las Madres
2026-09-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Aprenda estrategias e información completa en diferentes contextos para navegar las situaciones que surgen con los hijos/as que sufren de adicciones.

Presentado por Silvia Byer, LMSW, PhD

La Dra. Byer se incorpora a KWC como Directora de Servicios de Consejería. Cuenta con más de 25 años de experiencia como profesora y conferenciante en inglés y lenguas modernas. Domina el inglés, el español, el italiano y el francés. Además, es autora y coeditora de obras publicadas. Recientemente, obtuvo su título de LMSW (Maestría en Trabajo Social) en la Escuela de Trabajo Social de la Universidad de Kansas.

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Cricut Crafts
2026-09-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Join us for an afternoon of fun decorating your own gifts and creations. Every month is a different craft. All materials provided!

Presented by Tonya Love

Tonya is a volunteer with KWC who loves to craft. She brings her cricut machine and materials to help people personalize and create their own crafty creations!

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Understanding Medicare
2026-09-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Get the most out of your Medicare benefits!

Come and receive unbiased information and personal assistance from a licensed professional. Get all your questions answered about Medicare, help signing up for services, or adjust your current coverage plan.

By Appointment Only! Appointments are available in person, virtually, or via phone.

Presented by Susana Marcos

Susana is a bilingual professional volunteer at Keeler Women’s Center. She is always willing to inform, educate, and advise senior and disabled citizens about their options regarding health coverage.

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