The Women of Princeton ERG strives to hold a variety of events that will appeal to our diverse membership. Our activities include:
- Knot-Stress-Away textile craft gatherings, weekly
- Book Club every other month, 12:00–1:00 p.m. (usually virtual)
- Volunteer activities, with examples including building picnic tables with Habitat for Humanity and preparing food pantry items with Arm In Arm
If you have suggestions for a future event, want to suggest a location for one of the above recurring events, or request an event be added to the calendar, please email us at womenerg@princeton.edu or submit the Event Suggestion form.
Upcoming Events
All WERG programs and membership are open to all staff, encouraging greater understanding and partnership amongst colleagues in the workforce.
Knot-Stress-Away
Wednesdays | January 21 | February 4 & 18 (12:00 – 1:00 p.m.)
Thursdays | January 15 & 29 | February 12 & 26 (12:30 – 1:30 p.m.)
701 Carnegie – 231A Great Wall of China
RSVP to Susan Leggett
The WERG Social & Wellness Committee is offering a Knot-Stress-Away get-together on alternating Wednesdays and Thursdays. Bring your current textile craft projects, get tips and tricks, or come prepared to learn a new skill and to meet other members of WERG.For more information or an Outlook invite, contact Susan Leggett.
Sponsored by WERG Social & Wellness
Women’s Meditation
Mondays | February 9, March 16. April 13, May 11 & June 8
12:00–1:00 p.m.
Dodge Hall, Room 104
A meditation for students, staff and faculty, facilitated by Theresa S. Thames (Office of Religious Life) and Jessica Cichalski (University Health Services). A healthy lunch will be provided. Open to all people and all gender expressions.
For more information, contact Jessica Cichalski
Sponsored by the Office of Religious Life
Volunteers Needed for Tabby’s Place: A Cat Sanctuary
Ongoing
1100 US Highway 202, Ringoes, NJ
908-237-5300
Tabby’s Place rescues cats in need, providing lifelong care for those who aren’t adopted. Help care for 150+ cats through activities like:
- Feeding and cleaning
- Socializing and giving tours
- Therapy visits and stroller walks
- Administrative tasks, gardening and more
Learn more at https://www.tabbysplace.org/volunteering.
For more information, contact Jae Hoff at jlh@tabbysplace.org or Karina Jewitt at kj@tabbysplace.org
PSP & WERG Book Club: Kim Ho-Yeon’s “The Second Chance Convenience Store”
Friday | February 27 (12:00-1:00 p.m.)
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Zoom
Register here
Join us as we read “The Second Chance Convenience Store” by Kim Ho-Yeon. This event is open to all staff regardless of identity.
For more information contact Jayme Wagner or Marie Antonetti
Sponsored by WERG
Professional Development: Linkedln Learning
On your own schedule
Looking for curated collections of content? Busy but still interested in expanding your knowledge? Check out these LinkedIn Learning collections curated by our Princeton colleagues.
- Agile Essentials (approximately 25 minutes of content): This collection includes some short videos to help you understand the fundamentals of Agile.
- Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace (approximately 15 minutes of content): Discover how AI can enhance productivity, improve decision-making, and drive innovation across various industries. Whether you are a manager, technology professional, or business leader, these courses will equip you to leverage AI for practical, real-world solutions.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Rachel Tomcsik.