Understanding Anger When women do not acknowledge or express anger, it may surface in unhealthy ways. This series offers opportunities for women to develop effective skills to deal with anger in themselves and others. 7 weekly sessions of 2 hours each. Presented by Brooke Goergen & Lucille Butts. Time: Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Dates: June 24, July, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5 Place: St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 311 Ontario St., Buffalo, NY Registration By: June 17, 2010 Bold & Balanced: Assertiveness for Women Women often have trouble asking for what they want in a way that respects their individual rights as well as the rights of others. This workshop series provides the basic tools needed to confront uncomfortable feelings and engage in healthier interactions. 6 weekly sessions of 90 minutes each. Presented by Lucille Butts. Time: Wednesdays from 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Dates: June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4 Place: St. James United Church of Christ, 76 Main St., Hamburg, NY Registration By: June 23, 2010 Women & Self-Esteem Family, peer, and media messages significantly impact women’s levels of confidence, self-respect, and general feelings of self-worth. Maintaining a high level of self-esteem is based on the empowering realization that we are able to question and make choices about the shape of our lives. In this series, women will explore ways to honor their own priorities. 6 weekly sessions of 90 minutes each. Presented by Brooke Goergen. Time: Mondays from 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Dates: June 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, August 2 Place: Preventionfocus, Inc., 69 Linwood Ave., Buffalo, NY Registration By: June 9, 2010 Healthy Relationships This series aids women in clarifying and asserting personal standards in their relationships and helps them to make positive life choices. Participants will also practice healthy and productive communication. 7 weekly sessions of 2 hours each. Presented by Brooke Goergen & Lucille Butts. Time: Tuesdays from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Dates: June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10 Place: Preventionfocus, Inc., 69 Linwood Ave., Buffalo, NY Registration By: June 22, 2010 For fees and other information, contact Cheryl Stevens at 884-3256, ext. 219 or castevens@pfocus.org. Workshops fill up quickly so call early to avoid disappointment! | 
