Our Story

Join us for Sharing Our Stories on February 15 at 1 PM as we welcome Trayonna Barnes, mental health therapist, author, and survivor. Trayonna will share her powerful “why,” talk about the books she’s written, and courageously speak about surviving childhood abuse. Her story reflects resilience, healing, and the strength it takes to turn pain into purpose. This conversation will be streamed live on our Facebook and YouTube channels, so you can join us from wherever you are. Come listen. Come learn. Come reflect with us in a space centered on empathy, honesty, and growth.

We gathered for Parts 1 & 2… and now the conversation continues. Join us for a special showing of Balance: The Documentary – Parts 3 & 4 on February 21 from 9:00–11:00 AM at the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library (Community Room). This next installment invites us deeper — into reflection, awareness, and honest conversation. After the screening, we will hold space for open chat, processing, and shared dialogue for those who would like to stay and connect. Because sometimes the most important part isn’t just what we watch… it’s what we unpack together. We will have treats and you can bring your fav lawn chair or blanket. 50 seats available. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982288182315?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us on February 24th from 6–8 PM at Faith Ministries for our Live Show Experience titled: What Lies in the Silence? Should history be shared- the good, the bad, and the uncomfortable?

History shapes how we see the world, how we understand one another, and how we move forward. But what happens when parts of it are left untold? In this thoughtful and reflective conversation, we’ll explore why history matters, what we risk when we silence it, and what responsibility we carry in the stories we choose to share. This is not a debate — it’s an invitation. To listen. To reflect. To consider the history we are living and writing right now. Come ready for meaningful dialogue, honest perspectives, and space to think deeply together.

Join us on March 9th from 6:30–7:30 PM for Sister Circle Chat: The Rebirth at Live Oak Coffeehouse (Eastside). This exclusive gathering is intentionally limited to 20 women to preserve the intimacy of the space. Sister Circle Chat is a community offering designed to support women’s emotional and mental well-being through facilitated dialogue and collective reflection. It is a space created with women in mind — where life experiences can be processed, isolation reduced, and connection strengthened through shared storytelling and support. “The Rebirth” invites us into conversation about the second half of life — the becoming, the shifting, the reimagining of purpose and heart. What is unfolding in you right now? What are you ready to release? What are you ready to step into? Seats are limited and will fill quickly. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982587090357?aff=oddtdtcreator Come sip. Come share. Come sit in circle.

Join us on April 13 from 6:30–7:30 PM for the official Embrace Beyond Launch Party at Live Oak Coffeehouse (Eastside). This intimate celebration is limited to 20 reservations and will include treats, drinks, live music, educational materials, and special giveaways. Embrace Beyond honors and supports girls as they step into new stages of growth — and this launch party is your chance to learn more, celebrate the vision, and be part of something meaningful from the very beginning. Seats are limited and will fill quickly. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982587420344?aff=oddtdtcreator

May 12th is Share a Meal Day. On our birthday, the only gift we ask for is simple: share a meal. With a neighbor. A friend. Someone new. Your family. Your coworkers. Anyone. We’re inviting the entire community to participate — because something powerful happens when we gather around a table. Conversations soften. Understanding grows. Connection deepens. On May 12th, let’s collectively choose to sit, eat, listen, and build community one meal at a time. Mark your calendars now! Everyone invited to participate! We can't wait!