College for a Day and Potluck Supper (Denver)
2014-01-13 | Unnamed Venue, Denver, CO, United States
Two events, one day! Come to one or come to both. On Jauary 13, 2013, our own geology professor, Al Werner, will be one of three professors speaking at the College For A Day event held from 9:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Temple Emanuel in Denver. Winner of the 2013 Faculty Award for Teaching and known for his passionate lectures, Al Werner’s topic is “Climate Change: Myth or Reality?” Later that evening, chat with professor Al Werner and mingle with fellow alumnae at a potluck supper.
Volunteers are needed to help with the potluck supper. Please email Janet Hayes at jmhacm@gmail.com if you would like to help.

Third Wednesday Dinner (Pittsford, NY)
2014-01-15 18:30 (America/New_York) | Richardson’s Canal House, 1474 Marsh Road, Pitssford, NY, 14534, United States
To greet the new year, the January 2014 third Wednesday dinner will be held at Richardson’s Canal House, 1474 Marsh Road, Pittsford, NY 14534 (585-248-5000). On the National Register of Historic Buildings, the restaurant (built in 1818) is the oldest original inn on the Erie Canal and is located just off Route ninety-six in Bushnell’s Basin. The restaurant’s (as opposed to the bistro’s) dinner menu features classic European-American dishes. There is a full bar although neither a wine list nor dessert menu is posted on the website.
If you can come, please RSVP to gvmhc@yahoo.com or alreber@rochester.rr.com by Tuesday, January 14, 2014. Guests are welcome but please also indicate if you plan to bring one (or more). Dinners are usually scheduled at 6:30 p.m. and final details of the dinner will be confirmed after reservations are made.

Whatcom Museum Tour & Lunch (Bellingham)
2014-01-18 | Whatcom Museum, 121 Prospect Street, Bellingham, WA, 98225, United States
A tour of the Whatcom Museum and lunch, hosted by Nola Lynch ’72 for the MHC club of the Puget Sound.

Westcoast Black Theater Troupe (Sarasota, FL)
2014-01-18 11:30 | Palm Aire Country Club, 2600 N Palm Aire Dr, Pompano Beach, FL, 33069, United States
Following a discussion with Executive Director of the Arts & Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County, Jim Shirley, the Westcoast Black Theater Troupe will entertain us with a performance. This event is sponsored in collaboration with the Ivy League Club of Sarasota.

Buzz Pop Energize: Networking with Sister Alumnae
2014-01-21 18:30 - 20:30 | The Science House, 122 E. 38th St, New York, NY, 10016, United States
First annual pop event “Buzz Pop Energize: Networking with Sister Alumnae” exclusively for Seven Sister entrepreneurs and business owners! We are limiting this event to forty-five people, so be sure to register ASAP! Guests will be broken up into three groups of fifteen and guided throughout this unusual brownstone to enjoy networking, business tips, and confidence building exercises. Complimentary wine, snacks, and other light eats will be served.

Book Club (Chicago)
2014-01-22 17:30 | Rosebud Theater District, 70 W. Madison Street, Chicago, IL, United States
The January book club selection is Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg. The discussion will be held during happy hour on Wednesday, January 22, 2014 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Rosebud Theater District, 70 W. Madison St., Chicago. Please RSVP to Jen Cobb at jencobb17@gmail.com if you plan on attending. Looking forward to a spirited discussion!

Happy Hour (Portland, OR)
2014-01-23 17:30 - 19:30 | O’Connor’s, 7850 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, OR, 97219, United States
The MHC club of Portland will inaugurate 2014 with a long-awaited happy hour at O’Connor’s restaurant in Multnomah Village on Thursday, January 23, from 5:30—7:30 p.m. The address is 7850 SW Capitol Hwy, 97219.

South Sound Welcome Coffee (Olympia)
2014-01-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Dancing Goats Espresso Bar, 111 Market St NE, Olympia, WA, 98501, United States
Join the MHC club of the Puget Sound for welcome coffee at Dancing Goats Espresso Bar.

Seattle Area Welcome Coffee
2014-01-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Storyville Coffee, 94 Pike Street, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Join the MHC club of Puget Sound for welcome coffee at Storyville Coffee.

Annual Meeting (Chicago)
2014-01-26 11:00 | Artpolis Bakery & Cafe, 306 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, United States
If you’ve ever thought of volunteering or getting more involved with the MHC club of Chicago, you don’t want to miss this event. The club will be discussing events for the year and electing board members. Share your ideas with the board by emailing mhcchicagoclub@gmail.com or commenting on the Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/492220157565469/.

Equinox Wall Street Event (NYC)
2014-01-26 15:00 - 18:00 | MA
Did you make a New Year’s resolution to eat right and exercise? Do you want a little expert guidance and support to get you started or stay on track? Or maybe you just want a free day at the gym?
Then come to EquinFitness experts—Joe Tirado, Cheikh Magassouba, and Spa Advisor Cindy Vallejo (read bios on our website)—for a talk and demonstration on how to:

Eat for good nutrition and keeping fit
Find the best exercises for your age (in your twenties, thirties, forties, and beyond). Demonstrations will be provided so that you can use them on your own.
Manage your exercise recovery and learn stretching techniques.

There will be time for questions; to workout in the facility; and enjoy access to the steam room, sauna, and jacuzzi. A free week pass will be provided to use for future visits. You can register here on our website.

Book Club (Phoenix)
2014-01-28 19:00 | Unnamed Venue, Phoenix, AZ, United States
The next meeting of the Mount Holyoke Club of Central & Northern Arizona book group will be on Tuesday, January 28, 2014, in Phoenix. The book selected for the meeting is Year of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks. Please join the club for good discussion and dessert starting at 7 p.m. Members of the book group who have not finished reading the book are still encouraged to attend, as this is intended to be an enjoyable social gathering for all alums in the area. If you would like additional information, please contact Liz Roe, the club’s book group coordinator, at 480-363-8203 or by email at elizabethroe1@gmail.com.
Also, please let Liz Roe know if you plan to attend or if you have any questions.

Young Alums Tasty Burger Event (Boston)
2014-01-28 19:30 | Tasty Burger, 40 John F. Kennedy Street, Boston, MA, United States
Now that the holidays have winded down and your schedule has opened up, it’s time to catch up with your fellow alums! Join the MHC club of Boston for a young alum event at Tasty Burger (downstairs) in Harvard Square. Bring your friends and enjoy a beer and fries downstairs at 7:30 p.m. on January 28.

Discussion with William Cohan (Sarasota, FL)
2014-02-01 11:30 | Marina Jack, 2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota, FL, 34236, United States
Join us to gain insights from former investment banker, William Cohan, whose talk is entitled “Five Years After Lehman Brothers’ Collapse: Is the U.S. Better Off?” We will be joining members of the Smith club for this event.

Book Club (Houston)
2014-02-04 19:00 | Unnamed Venue, Houston, TX, United States
The MHC club of Houston book club will be discussing The Cuckoo’s Calling by Robert Galbraith (Robert Galbraith is another pen name for J.K. Rowling and this is her second new book). Please call Nicole Shanklin at 713-446-3926 if you have any questions.

Book Club Kickoff (Pioneer Valley)
2014-02-06 16:30 | Five Colleges Women’s Resource Center, 83 College Street, South Hadley, MA, United States
Join the MHC club of the Pioneer Valley for a book club kickoff meeting. The first read will be A Stitch in the Air by Lori Marie Carlson. There will be a bonus public colloquium with Five Colleges Women’s Resource Center Associate Lara Matta. For questions, call 413-665-1837.

Career Development Event (Wayland, MA)
2014-02-06 18:00 | Unnamed Venue, Wayland, MA, United States
The MHC club of the Western Suburbs invites you to listen to the professional stories of MHC alumnae and exchange ideas for career development. The club will feature stories from exceptional women in real estate, branding, digital marketing, human resources, non-profit, technology, and more. Whether you’re starting or reinventing a new career, you will be sure to walk away with interesting insights and new connections. RSVP by Monday, February 3 to Kristina Peduto at 978-502-0058 orkristina.peduto@gmail.com

Mary Lyon Brunch (Portland, OR)
2014-02-08 09:30 | Mother’s Bistro, 212 SW Stark Street, Portland, OR, 97204, United States
Please join the MHC club of Portland for brunch at Mother’s Bistro to celebrate Mary Lyon’s birthday. They will be circulating an Evite requesting RSVPs in the next couple of days. They ask that you RSVP at your earliest convenience so they can update their reservation accordingly.

Thirteenth Annual Winter Dinner (Cincinnati)
2014-02-09 18:00 | Unnamed Venue, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Please join the MHC club of Cincinnati at the home of Mary Pat Lienhart ’81 for our thirteenth annual winter dinner. This event is a wonderful opportunity to get together with alumnae, spouses, and friends, and is always enjoyed by all. RSVPs are necessary to ensure enough food and places for everyone. Please email Amber Kershaw or call 513-886-4054.

Lunch with Lynn Pasquerella '80 (Nashville)
2014-02-11 12:00 - 13:30 | Amerigo Restaurant, 1920 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN, United States
The Alumnae Association cordially invites you to lunch with President Lynn Pasquerella ’80. Please RSVP by Monday, February 3, by completing a very brief response form, which you can access by clicking here. For questions, please email Maya D’Costa (mdcosta@mtholyoke.edu) at the Alumnae Association or call her at 413-538-2066.

Valentine's Day Milk and Cookies (Boston)
2014-02-11 19:00 | Mass Ave Tavern, 94 Mass Ave, Boston, MA, United States
Wasn’t it the worst feeling when you realized real life doesn’t provide M&Cs? Well, the MHC club of Boston is bringing it back for one night! Come join us at Mass Ave Tavern for some Milk and Cookies, real-life style. We will provide the heart-shaped cookies, you buy the big kid drinks. See you there!

Cincy Ivy Young Alumni Happy Hour (Cincinnati)
2014-02-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Cincinnati, near Fountain Square
Please save the date! The Cincy Ivy Young Alumni Club is holding its next Ivy League and Seven Sisters Young Alumni Happy Hour on Friday, February 14, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in downtown Cincinnati (location to be announced shortly). This is an excellent way to meet other Ivy young professionals in Cincinnati from a variety of companies, organizations, neighborhoods, etc. Enjoy an evening of food and drink with fellow young alumni. There is no admission cost for the happy hour, and a variety of hors d’oeuvres will be provided by the Cincy Ivy Young Alumni Club. There will be a cash bar with great drink specials!
As invitations and RSVPs are being handled online, if you are interested in joining the distribution list and receiving an invitation to this event and future young alumni events, please sign up here. Subscribers will soon receive an Evite with full details about the happy hour. Please respond as soon as possible, as this greatly helps in planning for space and food. If you know any other Cincinnati-area Ivy League and Seven Sisters young alumni who would be interested in attending, please encourage them to sign up online as well. There are no dues and all local Ivy League and Seven Sisters young alumni are automatically members.
If you have any questions, please contact Cincy Ivy Young Alumni Club President, Sid D’Souza, at sid@cincyivy.org.

Leah Glasser Discussion (Los Altos Hills, CA)
2014-02-15 14:00 | Unnamed Venue, Los Altos Hills, CA, United States
Join the MHC club of northern California for a discussion led by Leah Blatt Glasser, entitled “Haunted Lovers, Haunted Houses, Haunted Lives.”
Mary E. Wilkins Freeman attended Mount Holyoke in 1837 and changed her writing style from realism to gothic in order to subvert the ideology of female domesticity. Within the framework of the gothic tale, frustrated lovers, childless women, married women, widows, and spinsters alike could be visited by uncanny ghosts whose appearances exposed the discrepancy between idealized expectations and the realities of women’s lives. Her use of ghosts and haunted houses became the tool for exposing the anxieties, even fears, evoked by traditional expectations.
Leah Blatt Glasser teaches American literature and creative writing in the English department at Mount Holyoke College. Glasser received her PhD from Brown University in 1982. Please email Anne Raphael (anne@raphaelconsulting.com) for address and directions.

Happy Hour (Providence)
2014-02-15 16:30 - 19:00 | Blaze Restaurant, 776 Hope Street, Providence, RI, 02906, United States
The MHC club of Rhode Island invites you to an alum happy hour at Blaze Restaurant. The cost is $20 at the door, which includes appetizers and one drink ticket. Come socialize, meet alumnae, network, and make new friends! Please RSVP by February 7, 2014.

An Afternoon of Art & Socializing (Milwaukee)
2014-02-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Jewish Museum Milwaukee, 1360 North Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, United States
Join the MHC club of Milwaukee for an afternoon of art and socializing at the Jewish Museum of Milwaukee. There will be lunch, a docent-led tour of permanent exhibit, and a talk about the Warhol special exhibit (Andy Warhol: Ten Portraits of Jews of the Twentieth Century).
City Market catered box lunch options (descriptions available on City Market website):
Vegetable stack: $9.50
Baked basil chicken: $10.75
Market salad: $7.50
Lunch includes fruit salad and homemade cookie (beverages provided by club)
Please RSVP by February 7 to:

Christine Schlagenhauf ’85,
Milwaukee Club President
Email: cmschlag@wi.rr.com
Phone: 262-853-8531

Zip Code Brunches (DC)
2014-02-23 | MA
On February 23, DMV alumnae will be hosting potluck brunches for others in their zip code and surrounding area. If you are interested in being a hostess, please send an email to janet.rabin@gmail.com indicating where you live, how many people you can host, and what the mass transit and parking options are near your home. Once the hostesses are lined up, an email will be sent out with specific times and an interactive map, so you can sign up to attend the brunch nearest you. Thank you and hope to see you on February 23!

Mary Lyon Brunch (Chicago)
2014-02-23 10:30 | TBA
The MHC club of Chicago will host two annual Mary Lyon brunches on Sunday, February 23.
CITY EDITION: Welcome to Waffle-thon! Last year, we had pancakes. This year we’ll try out our waffle iron. (Any master wafflers, please raise your hand, as Elizabeth will only provide the batter and the iron and let you all do your thing. She is not a Master Waffler. Also if you have an extra iron, that would probably cut down on wait time for waffles.) We’ll have some gluten free quiche, too, for those of you who want protein. We will provide: syrups, tea, coffee, and milk.
Please bring: Yourselves! Juice, beverages of your choice (we’ll make one big pot of non-decaf), food, especially your favorite waffle toppings, and the stories of your winter. If you would like bacon or sausage with your waffle, please bring your own and Elizabeth will provide cooking tools. Babies and kids are welcome. The dog Bob will be at his grandmother’s house.
RSVP: Space is limited, so please RSVP to Tamar Westphal ’12 to reserve your spot and to receive the address: westp20t@mtholyoke.edu
SUBURB EDITION: Join your fellow alumnae for a morning of food, conversation, and fun!
Please bring the following based on your last name:
A-M: Savory (quiche, eggs, breakfast meats, etc.)
N-Z: Sweet (fruit, muffins, etc.)
RSVP: Please RSVP to Holly at hollyhirst@sbcglobal.net or 708-203-6437 (no voicemail – text or by phone only) by
10:30 am CITY EDITION: Welcome to Waffle-thon! Last year, we had pancakes. This year we’ll try out our waffle iron. (Any master wafflers, please raise your hand, as Elizabeth will only provide the batter and the iron and let you all do your thing. She is not a Master Waffler. Also if you have an extra iron, that would probably cut down on wait time for waffles.) We’ll have some gluten free quiche, too, for those of you who want protein. We will provide: syrups, tea, coffee, and milk.
Please bring: Yourselves! Juice, beverages of your choice (we’ll make one big pot of non-decaf), food, especially your favorite waffle toppings, and the stories of your winter. If you would like bacon or sausage with your waffle, please bring your own and Elizabeth will provide cooking tools. Babies and kids are welcome. The dog Bob will be at his grandmother’s house.
RSVP: Space is limited, so please RSVP to Tamar Westphal ’12 to reserve your spot and to receive the address: westp20t@mtholyoke.edu
10:30 am SUBURB EDITION: Join your fellow alumnae for a morning of food, conversation, and fun!
Please bring the following based on your last name:
A-M: Savory (quiche, eggs, breakfast meats, etc)
N-Z: Sweet (fruit, muffins, etc)
RSVP: Please RSVP to Holly at hollyhirst@sbcglobal.net or 708-203-6437 (no voicemail – text or by phone only) by Saturday, February 22

Book Club (Portland, OR)
2014-02-23 13:30 | MA
Join us on February 23 to discuss Hilary Mantel’s A Change of Climate. For those who want more time to visit, please arrive at 1:30 p.m., but we will not be starting the book discussion until 2:00 p.m. We will meet at the home of Joanne Kahn.

Book Club (Westchester)
2014-02-23 17:00 | Sam’s Restaurant, 50 Gedney Way, White Plains, NY, 10605, United States
The MHC club of Westchester book club’s next meeting will be held on Sunday, February 23 at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will again be held at the private dining room at Sam’s Restaurant (50 Gedney Way) in White Plains. The next reading is Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami (author of the internationally acclaimed Wind-Up Bird Chronicle). A poignant story of one college student’s romantic coming-of-age, Norwegian Wood takes us to that distant place of a young man’s first hopeless and heroic love.
There is no cost to join the group, but dinner and drinks are available for order. The group generally meets the last Sunday of every month. Please email Sunny Suh ’91 at sunny@e-suh.com if you are interested in joining this time.

Seattle City Librarian, Marcellus Turner
2014-02-28 18:30 - 20:00 | TBD, Seattle, WA, United States
The MHC club of Pugent sounds invites you to please bring school supplies for their partner school, Mary Lyon Elementary (Tacoma).
