Our Branch has a number of interest groups and committees available to members. If you would like to join a group, let us know! Groups are listed alphabetically.
Book Group: Monday Evening Book Group
This group meets Second Monday of each month September-June, 6:00 in member’s homes. We discuss the book selection each month with the help of a leader. Our book list is available at Horizon Books and at Brilliant Books in Traverse City. Mention our group for a 10% discount. Contact: Bonnie.
Book Group: Night Readers Book Group
Night Readers meets on the third Tuesday of each month from September to June at 6:30 pm. We meet at members’ homes or at a local restaurant. Contact: Judy and Janette.
Book Group: Verna Mae Daytime Book Group
Verna Mae meets 11:00–noon, last Wednesday of each month from August to November, January to June. Meeting are at the Traverse Area District Library (TADL) on Woodmere, Thirlby Room. The Verna May Daytime Book Group chooses books from the TADL Book Club Kit collection. Contact: Joyce.
Bridge Group
The Bridge group plays the second and fourth Thursday of each month year-round at the Traverse City Country Club. Arrive to order lunch by 11:30 am. Play bridge until 3 pm. Free parking at the Traverse City Country Club. Reservations with the chair are necessary. Contact: Shirley.
Living Well with Cancer
Living Well meets the last Monday of the Month in the home of a group member. We share our experiences and tips to help and support each other. It’s not about cancer; it’s also about making friends. Join us to talk together. Contact: Sandy S-G.
Lunchin’ Around
Schedule listed in monthly newsletter. If you’d enjoy getting to know our members while enjoying an interesting restaurant around town, then Lunchin’ Around is to you. Contact the chair to join. Deadline to RSVP for lunch is 2 days prior to the meeting. To get the discussion started, we start with a Question of the Month. We choose the next restaurants at the previous ones, so bring suggestions of your favorite. Contact: Pat.
Needles Up
This group for crafters of all kinds meets from 1 to 3 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month. Designed primarily for those who knit and crochet, the group welcomes all needleworkers for a time of sharing, learning, and working together. Knitting lessons are available for those interested in learning this art. Contact: Mary Lou.
Poetry Group
First Friday, year round, meeting 1 p.m. at Cordia Senior Living. Bring your poetry and/or enjoy work by selected poets. Snacks provided. Contact: Shirley.
Public Policy Group
Meet what day of month, meeting time, and location. Short description. Coming soon: Public Policy page! Contact: Vickie.
STEM Group
Meets the second Wednesday of the month in Study Room D, TADL, Woodmere branch. Our goal is to advance STEM opportunities for women and girls. Contact: Laura.
Non-profit status
AAUW-Traverse City Area Branch, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) Public Charity Organization. Contributions may be tax deductible.