50 Years On Our Way!
[Past] Events: March 6th - 14th
The oldest continually operating community women’s center in the U.S., the Cambridge Women’s Center (CWC), celebrated it’s 50th anniversary in March 2021. We commemorated this milestone with 10 days of virtual events, honoring the 10-day building takeover by feminist activists in 1971, which led to the Center’s founding. The Cambridge and Greater Boston communities were invited to partake in this FREE series of events!
In addition to the 50th celebrations—exciting news came with the complete renovation of the CWC’s four-story Victorian house, which was purchased in 1971, thanks to a generous gift from an anonymous donor. With the future of our building secured, CWC used our 50th anniversary as an opportunity to raise funds to ensure that the main features that empowering our community of women—our drop-in center, helpline support, groups and workshops—remain vibrant for years to come.
Lastly, after more than 2 years, we returned to our permanent space in September 2023, marking a significant milestone in our journey. This return to our original location symbolizes not just a physical homecoming, but also a reaffirmation of our commitment to those we serve. We are absolutely thrilled to be back and continue serving our community with renewed vigor and dedication.
We hope you will consider making a donation today to ensure another 50 years of empowering women and sustaining our vital programs.
We March On! A 50K "Step" Challenge for Every Body
ALL MONTH LONG
Kickoff 3/6 at 10AM
A month-long 50,000 "step" challenge! Join the CWC as we step into the next 50 years by retracing the steps of our founders!
Left On Pearl:
Our Radical Origins
PANEL: MARCH 7 | 7-8PM
50 years since the historic activist event that led to the founding of the Cambridge Women’s Center, we invite you to join the Cambridge Women’s Center, The 888 Women’s History Project, and the Cambridge Women’s Commission for a virtual screening of ‘LEFT ON PEARL’ – a film about the origin story of the Center – and a panel discussion on its legacy. Panelists include: Susan Jacoby, Rev. Irene Monroe, Susie Rivo, and Rochelle Ruthchild.
Cambridge Feminist History Tour
MARCH 8 | 10AM
This International Women’s Day, join a virtual feminist walking tour of Central Square hosted by the Cambridge Commission on the Status Of Women. Read along with Mapping Feminist Cambridge: Central Square during the tour to learn about feminist activists and organizations of the 1970's-1990's. Sign up to receive a link when the video launches.
Community Organizing Panel: Past and Present
MARCH 10 | 6-7:30pm
The Cambridge Women’s Center has a long history of community organizing - from its founding through protest, to a community organizer staff position beginning in 1998, to a depth of relationships with other community organizations and activists. Join us for a discussion moderated by Eva Martin-Blythe, with panelists including Lynn Murray, Caroline Hunter, Cathy Hoffman, and Natanja Craig-Oquendo.
women’s History Trivia w/ lamplighter brewing
MARCH 11 | 7:30-9:30pm
Gather a team for a virtual feminist trivia event hosted by Lamplighter Brewing Company in Cambridge! Local friends can pick-up a beer pairing to enjoy during trivia—two 375ml bottles of a beer brewed with CWC, a Grisette with ginger called Left on Pearl. This first ticket also includes a $5 donation to the CWC.
This event is sponsored by Roxie Newell Mace—Thank you!
sos: sharing our stories w/ Saafyr
MARCH 13 | 12-1PM
SOS: Radical Self-Love Letters facilitated by Saafyr
A FREE BIPOC-led workshop for BIPOC survivors of sexual violence. In partnership with the Survivor Theatre Project. Email martha@cambridgewomenscenter.org if you’re interested in attending by March 10th.
Healing through
Trauma-Informed Yoga/Meditation
MARCH 13 | 10:00-11:15AM
Combining breath with movement to destress, strengthen, and soothe the body and mind. Includes guided full-body muscle relaxation meditation. Sequence is built on the science behind yoga and meditation’s therapeutic physiological effects.
Ren Koa is an internationally-certified yoga instructor who has taught in both studios and therapeutic settings around the world, including Hawaii, Spain, India, Rome, and New York. She is passionate about yoga and meditation’s ability to boost self-esteem, soothe the nervous system, and help create a sense of embodied safety.
CWC at 50: From Foremothers Forward
MARCH 14 | 7PM
Join us in honoring Judy Norris, a leading foremother and CWC’s current Board President, as we celebrate the radical legacy of the Cambridge Women’s Center.
Photo: Judy Norris, a CWC Foremother, and member of the Tooth & Nail Collective
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Thanks to our supporters and sponsors so far!
Estelle Disch
Lisa J. Drapkin & Debbie Lewis
Ruth Erickson
Paul Goularte
Susan K. Jacoby
Roxie Newell Mace
Rochelle Ruthchild
Cheryl Weber
Cambridge Commission on the Status of Women
Cambridge Community Foundation
East Boston Savings Bank
Cummings Foundation
Boston Women’s Fund
Door Store
Cambridge Naturals
Curio Spice Co.
Lamplighter Brewing Co.
ZS Associates
