I Said What I Said, I Wrote What I Meant. This workshop offers an introduction to poetry and spoken word as a tool and outlet to support emotional well-being. It also offers a chance to deepen emotional intelligence and awareness through the act of writing. This program is funded by The Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts.

Meeting at Bangs Community Center Glass Room
Cost: Free
Instructor: Elisha DeJesus

Mental Health 101. A comprehensive workshop that focuses on psychoeducation and therapeutic techniques to promote healthy mental and emotional well-being among youth. This workshop will use elements from evidence-based practices such as Narrative therapy, CBT, Bibliotherapy, Mindfulness, DBT, etc. It will also emphasize the importance of lived experience, social justice, and its impact on mental health.

Cost: Free
Instructor: Whitney Dodds, Wellness for the Culture

To sign up for either FREE class and for more information, please visit our Amherst Recreation Registration Page

Becky Demling