What we’re about
About Us:
Welcome to the Older & Wiser Women's Book Club! This group is dedicated to the exploration of conscious aging, spiritual development, and women's experiences of menopause. We believe in the power of self-empowerment, as well as the importance of forming new friendships and support circles within our community.
Join us for lively book discussions, self-reflection, and socializing in Brooklyn. Whether you are navigating single life after 50, seeking to connect with other women over 60, or simply looking for a space to share and grow, this group is for you. Join us for an enriching and inspiring journey of self-discovery and connection.
How Books Are Selected:
Books for the coming year were chosen by me to support my own journey. I seek others who would also like to read and discuss these books as a starting place for women's fellowship. After this inaugural year, I anticipate group members will become involved in our ongoing book selection.
I am looking for women who would like to read many if not most of the books proposed. While it is understood that members may not be able to join every month, one goal is to gather a group of women who will learn and grow together through regular attendance at the monthly discussions. In this way we can form deeper connections with each other and we can synthesize our learning from multiple texts.
When & Where We Meet:
We will usually meet on the 2nd Monday of each month. Most typically, we will meet in North Brooklyn or Brownstone Brooklyn at smaller establishments that the organizer would like to support.
Tentative 2024-2025 Book List:
NOVEMBER
Hidden Blessings: Midlife Crisis as a Spiritual Awakening by Jett Psaris
DECEMBER
A Full Moon: Menopause as an Alchemical Adventure of Transformation by Robin Celkupa
JANUARY
The Spirituality of Age: a Seeker’s Guide to Growing Older by Robert L. Weber & Carol Orsborn
FEBRUARY
The Inner Work of Age: Shifting from Role to Soul by Connie Zweig
MARCH
Seven Transforming Gifts of Menopause: an Unexpected Spiritual Journey by Cheryl Bridges Johns
APRIL
Living an Examined Life: Wisdom for the Second Half of the Journey by James Hollis
MAY
The Grace in Aging: Awaken as You Grow Older by Kathleen Dowling Singh
JUNE
On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity, and Getting Old by Parker J. Palmer
JULY
The Crone: Woman of Age, Wisdom, and Power by Barbara G. Walker
AUGUST
Still Here by Ram Dass
SEPTEMBER
The Gift of Years: Growing Older Gracefully by Joan Chittister
OCTOBER
Witch Wisdom for Magical Aging: Finding Your Power through the Changing Seasons by Cait Johnson
NOVEMBER
The Alchemy of Menopause: The Journey of Stepping Into Our Power and Becoming Who We Truly Are by Cathy Skipper
DECEMBER
The Force of Character: and the Lasting Life by James Hillman
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Book Discussion -- A Full Moon: Menopause as an Alchemical AdventurepinkFROG café, Brooklyn , NY$3.00
This month we are hosting an empowering and enlightening discussion on A Full Moon: Menopause as an Alchemical Adventure of Transformation
by Robin Celkupa.Join us at the Older & Wiser Women's Book Club to connect with like-minded women in Brooklyn who seek a conscious experience of aging and spiritual development in a shared space of support and camaraderie.
Tentative location:
PinkFROG Cafe
221 North 9th Street
Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY 11211
(Everyone attending should support the venue with a purchase.) - Book Discussion -- The Spirituality of Age: a Seeker’s Guide to Growing OlderpinkFROG café, Brooklyn , NY$3.00
This month we are hosting an empowering and enlightening discussion on The Spirituality of Age: a Seeker’s Guide to Growing Older by Robert L. Weber & Carol Orsborn.
Join us at the Older & Wiser Women's Book Club to connect with like-minded women in Brooklyn who seek a conscious experience of aging and spiritual development in a shared space of support and camaraderie.
Tentative location:
PinkFROG Cafe
221 North 9th Street
Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY 11211
(Everyone attending should support the venue with a purchase.)
