In The Company of Women
August 15 - August 21, 2021
Hybrid Women's Conference
August 15 - August 21, 2021
Hybrid Women's Conference
Description
Workshops
Conference Leadership
Pricing
Description
Are you someone’s daughter? Are you a Sister, Auntie, Mom or even Granny? Do you long for that sense of self you once had (perhaps when you were twelve?) when you giggled with girlfriends; when you only had to be YOU? Come and be that authentic self again, … In the Company of Women.
Learn something new, re-discover joy, or safely share your grief, embraced in a friendly community of belonging; appreciated for who you are deep down, not the many roles we tend to take on as women; as nurturers, as lovers. However, you identify your sexual orientation (Gay, Bi, Lesbian, or Straight…), no matter whom you love, you are welcome here, …In the Company of Women.
You can look forward to activities such as: drumming, dancing, nature walks, yoga, sharing our stories/building connections to our deeper selves and others, leisure time, “gathering solar rays,” enjoy guest speakers and concerts; music, singing, writing workshops, and the time honored summer camp tradition of arts & crafts! Come explore and/or just BE … In the Company of Women!
The ocean waves, the intimate talks, the smiles and laughter; Ahhhh! Big Sigh. You deserve this! Magic has been known to happen during “Women’s Week.” We can truly express ourselves; and reclaim that Vital Spirit of Empowerment. Oh yes; as one participant said, “it’s like Soul Camp for the Feminine Heart!” Come relax, refresh and renew, … In the Company of Women.
Note: We believe that no woman should be excluded due to lack of funds, so we have set up partial scholarships. There is also the possibility of a shortened stay or commuting for a day or more. In other words, a “no excuses” policy… because you’re worth it! Please apply for scholarships by 7/1/21, here.
Learn something new, re-discover joy, or safely share your grief, embraced in a friendly community of belonging; appreciated for who you are deep down, not the many roles we tend to take on as women; as nurturers, as lovers. However, you identify your sexual orientation (Gay, Bi, Lesbian, or Straight…), no matter whom you love, you are welcome here, …In the Company of Women.
You can look forward to activities such as: drumming, dancing, nature walks, yoga, sharing our stories/building connections to our deeper selves and others, leisure time, “gathering solar rays,” enjoy guest speakers and concerts; music, singing, writing workshops, and the time honored summer camp tradition of arts & crafts! Come explore and/or just BE … In the Company of Women!
The ocean waves, the intimate talks, the smiles and laughter; Ahhhh! Big Sigh. You deserve this! Magic has been known to happen during “Women’s Week.” We can truly express ourselves; and reclaim that Vital Spirit of Empowerment. Oh yes; as one participant said, “it’s like Soul Camp for the Feminine Heart!” Come relax, refresh and renew, … In the Company of Women.
Note: We believe that no woman should be excluded due to lack of funds, so we have set up partial scholarships. There is also the possibility of a shortened stay or commuting for a day or more. In other words, a “no excuses” policy… because you’re worth it! Please apply for scholarships by 7/1/21, here.
Workshops
On top of the regular Ferry Beach activities - Talent Shows, Ice Cream Socials, Chapel Services, Social Hours, etc - We have a wide variety of fun workshops & activities planned for this year!
Morning Programs
Sharing Our Stories, 2 sessions
Each session will be devoted to hearing a participant In The Company of Woman, share her/their story of transformation in the women’s circle. A supportive, sacred, safe space will be created and maintained with the guidance of a moderator. The listeners will have the opportunity to respond in smaller circles afterward. The group will then rejoin their hearts in peace, healing and gratitude in closing.
Shamanic Journey--Jody Breton will lead our group in a shamanic journey session. Jody Breton—Jody Breton brings to her Shamanic Healing & Teaching practice three decades of study of ancient healing and spiritual pathways. In the earliest years of her practice Jody began her journey into Shamanism when she met and studied with her first teacher and mentor in 1995. To this day she continues to participate in the ceremonies and lifeways of her teachings.
Jody enjoys sharing her knowledge of the shamanic life-way in small workshop settings and in one on one mentorship programs of her design teaching relevant, everyday uses and practical applications of an ancient, multi-cultural spiritual practice which supports the enrichment of all aspects of our lives.
Grief Chair Yoga: Releasing and Replenishing--Sherry Lundquist
In 2014 I suffered the biggest loss of my life when my beloved husband Eric died unexpectedly. After more than a year of trying to figure out how to live again, I began to rediscover my movement practices of yoga and dance. These physical practices helped me to release and let go of some of the trauma I was holding in my body. Grief lives in the body and the body remembers and holds on to it.
This past year, I was fortunate to do online work with grief expert David Kessler and grief yoga therapist Paul Denniston. After several courses and workshops I was certified as a Grief Movement Facilitator. The practice of grief yoga can be done seated in a chair or standing on a mat. It requires no yoga experience and you will not be asked to do a handstand or bend like a pretzel. You will be invited to slow, gentle movement combined with breath work and sound to warm the body, open the heart and move through the grief, trauma and pain we all have experienced. This is a wonderful opportunity to empower ourselves to move through pain and release what no longer serves us. Whether you are an experienced yogi or someone who never does yoga, this is a healing practice for all. Please join us for this accessible nurturing and healing practice.
Sherry Lundquist has been a long time participant in Womens Week at Ferry Beach. This may be her 17th year! Formerly a resident of Andover, MA, she now lives in Asheville, NC where she spends wonderful amounts of time babysitting for her 2 year old grandson, dancing, practicing yoga, listening to live music and hiking the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Afternoon activities
Book Discussion—Sharon Smith-Raska will lead a book club style conversation.
Creative Arts—Many gifted artists will lead artmaking and crafts such as: tin ornaments, fleece blankets (for donation), knitting for beginners, origami peace cranes, personal mandalas, Ferry Beach Crone cards, and folded paper storage boxes.
Daily Circles- from 4-5 pm. small groups meet for continued sharing.
Evenings
will feature several different entertainment opportunities including the annual Trivia Night emceed by Judy and the Ferry Beach Talent No Talent Night. There will also be ample free time for beach walks, soaking up rays, exploring the nearby state park, napping or whatever you wish.
Sharing Our Stories, 2 sessions
Each session will be devoted to hearing a participant In The Company of Woman, share her/their story of transformation in the women’s circle. A supportive, sacred, safe space will be created and maintained with the guidance of a moderator. The listeners will have the opportunity to respond in smaller circles afterward. The group will then rejoin their hearts in peace, healing and gratitude in closing.
Shamanic Journey--Jody Breton will lead our group in a shamanic journey session. Jody Breton—Jody Breton brings to her Shamanic Healing & Teaching practice three decades of study of ancient healing and spiritual pathways. In the earliest years of her practice Jody began her journey into Shamanism when she met and studied with her first teacher and mentor in 1995. To this day she continues to participate in the ceremonies and lifeways of her teachings.
Jody enjoys sharing her knowledge of the shamanic life-way in small workshop settings and in one on one mentorship programs of her design teaching relevant, everyday uses and practical applications of an ancient, multi-cultural spiritual practice which supports the enrichment of all aspects of our lives.
Grief Chair Yoga: Releasing and Replenishing--Sherry Lundquist
In 2014 I suffered the biggest loss of my life when my beloved husband Eric died unexpectedly. After more than a year of trying to figure out how to live again, I began to rediscover my movement practices of yoga and dance. These physical practices helped me to release and let go of some of the trauma I was holding in my body. Grief lives in the body and the body remembers and holds on to it.
This past year, I was fortunate to do online work with grief expert David Kessler and grief yoga therapist Paul Denniston. After several courses and workshops I was certified as a Grief Movement Facilitator. The practice of grief yoga can be done seated in a chair or standing on a mat. It requires no yoga experience and you will not be asked to do a handstand or bend like a pretzel. You will be invited to slow, gentle movement combined with breath work and sound to warm the body, open the heart and move through the grief, trauma and pain we all have experienced. This is a wonderful opportunity to empower ourselves to move through pain and release what no longer serves us. Whether you are an experienced yogi or someone who never does yoga, this is a healing practice for all. Please join us for this accessible nurturing and healing practice.
Sherry Lundquist has been a long time participant in Womens Week at Ferry Beach. This may be her 17th year! Formerly a resident of Andover, MA, she now lives in Asheville, NC where she spends wonderful amounts of time babysitting for her 2 year old grandson, dancing, practicing yoga, listening to live music and hiking the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Afternoon activities
Book Discussion—Sharon Smith-Raska will lead a book club style conversation.
Creative Arts—Many gifted artists will lead artmaking and crafts such as: tin ornaments, fleece blankets (for donation), knitting for beginners, origami peace cranes, personal mandalas, Ferry Beach Crone cards, and folded paper storage boxes.
Daily Circles- from 4-5 pm. small groups meet for continued sharing.
Evenings
will feature several different entertainment opportunities including the annual Trivia Night emceed by Judy and the Ferry Beach Talent No Talent Night. There will also be ample free time for beach walks, soaking up rays, exploring the nearby state park, napping or whatever you wish.
Conference Leadership
Coordinators
Eileen Cummings is a newbie to In the Company of Women, but she is excited to be co-coordinating the 2020 conference. After visiting Ferry Beach for a weekend, she fell in love with FB. Eileen is a crazy knitter. She works as manager of information technology for a small trust firm in Boston, MA to pay for her huge yarn stash. She has been seen knitting everywhere- on charity walks, at the symphony and even in a jury box.
Jane Hucks has been coming to Company of women since 2006. The Company of Women was an essential support after she came out. After retiring from public school teaching in 2014, her new life is ever growing with new friendships, connections, service work and volunteering! Jane has lived in Haverhill, MA since 1993. Various callings include: providing accompaniment for immigrant friends; leading yoga; visiting hospice patients; working with community groups for social justice; helping friends and birding/nature travel.
Carolyn Cronin has attended ICOW every year since 2014 when she was thrilled to sing with Carolyn McDade and the women of ICOW. Each subsequent year has had its own magic including the chance to facilitate the Women Loving Women and Queer Women circles. She looks forward to the magic 2021 will bring. Semi-retired, Carolyn loves puzzles so decided to become a tax preparer. If nothing else it will keep her busy in winter. Since moving to Melrose Massachusetts in 2015, she has been active with many local causes, political campaigns, LGBTQ groups, listening circles and church. She walks often with a trash grabber and is saddened by how quickly her trash bag fills up. She enjoys her large extended family, friends, making new friends, being outdoors, reading, live music, theatre and eating local food.
Pricing
Pricing per Person |
Adult: $384.00 (Includes Conference Fees + Meals) Online Attendance Only: $25.00 (if applicable to your conference) Off-Site Daily Fee: $64.00 Adult / $47.00 Youth (Includes all Meals) On-Site Daily Fee: $19.00 (Staying On Campus and Not Registered for Programming. Does not include Meals) |
Lodging |
Lodging Prices Vary. See our Lodging Page for pricing information. |
Membership |
Membership must be paid to attend any Ferry Beach program and is due annually. Individual Membership: $30.00 Family Membership: $50.00 See our Membership Page to learn more and to purchase or renew a membership. |
Scholarships Available: We believe that no woman should be excluded due to lack of funds, so we have set up partial scholarships. There is also the possibility of a shortened stay or commuting for a day or more. In other words, a “no excuses” policy… because you’re worth it! 2021 scholarship deadline has passed.
Or Call 207-282-4489 x1 to Register by Phone
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Due to our financial situation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Ferry Beach will not be able to provide the traditional amount of support for our conference volunteers. If you are able to, please consider donating to help support a volunteer this summer and ensure your conference runs as smooth as you expect!
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Our mission at Ferry Beach is to awaken hearts to explore, grow and renew the spirit of universal love.
We work by creating programing and events in the areas of Arts & Culture, Education, Spirituality, Sustainability, Personal Growth and Justice & Action.
We work by creating programing and events in the areas of Arts & Culture, Education, Spirituality, Sustainability, Personal Growth and Justice & Action.
