2007-08 Interest Groups

What are Interest Groups?
Organized and led by volunteer members, these groups meet around a specific topic or interest on a regular basis (weekly or monthly) during the academic year. Group size may range from 5 to 30 participants.

Please check off the groups you would like to join on the Membership Form.

How to participate?

1. First meeting is free, participation thereafter requires membership in Harvard Neighbors.

2. Check off the group that interests you on the membership form/registration form so you will receive notices.

3. Contact us via email neighbors@harvard.edu to register.

4. Some groups have a materials fee in addition to the membership fee (materials fees are payble to the leader).

5. Most groups meet at Harvard Neighbors, 17 Quincy St., Harvard Yard, Cambridge. Some groups meet elsewhere. For current meeting times and location, check calendar.

For further information call (617) 495-4313.

Groups for 2007-08 are arranged alphabetical:

Adventures in Art
Season opener! You are cordially invited to join us on a tour of this very special exhibition. Since space is limited, please reserve promptly.
LONG COOL WHITE: PHOTOGRAPHS BY MOYRA DAVEY Join us on a guided tour marking the first survey of Davey’s work, and her first major exhibition in a museum on Wednesday, March 19, Fogg Art Museum 2:30 p.m., 32 Quincy St., Cambridge, Speaker tba. Group assembles 15 minutes before tour in Fogg Courtyard. Reserve via email to neighbors@harvard.edu

Afternoon Bridge
Contract bridge for intermediate social players. Bring your lunch and join a table! Alternating Tuesdays, 12-3 p.m.

Art, Creativity and Meaning
Whether you choose work that is visual, written or involves dance or music, enjoy a unique approach to exploring your creative self. You will enjoy the journey and be surprised at what you find. The group offers freedom from judgment and criticism. Art experience is not necessary. Fee for materials. Every Thursday, 9:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.

A Community of International Women
Women from all over the world and the U.S. meet weekly to talk about the pleasures and problems of living overseas, visit interesting sites in the greater Boston area, and learn about American customs, as well as those of the countries represented by our members. Contact Mary Tinkham mtinkham@gmail.com, Mary Pope atican@verizon.net, or Zarrin Foster zarrin_foster@harvard.edu for a schedule, or click here for the schedule.

Creative Needleworks
Bring your own work or start something new. Every Tuesday, 10 a.m. -12 p.m.

Evening Book Club
Newcomers welcome to join lively discussions!Click here for complete reading list.

French Book Club
Discussion in French of classic and contemporary readings. At our first meeting, we will discuss La porte etroite by Andre Gide. Meets first Tuesday each month, 5:30-7 p.m. Contact Isabelle Livet isabelle.livet@gmail.com for complete list of readings and sale of books.

French Conversation
Do you want to practice your French? This group is for intermediate to native speakers. We will discuss various topics using articles or movies, and sample French food. Meets alternate Thursdays, 2-3 p.m. Françoise Gauthier fgko@hotmail.com

German Book Club
Discussion in German of classic and contemporary books. Meets 4th Tuesday, 5:30-7 p.m. Click here for complete reading list.

Infant & Toddler Playgroup
Parents with infants and toddlers (0-3 years) meet to share friendship, experiences and activities. Expectant parents are also welcome. Meets every Monday, 10-11:30 a.m.

Italian Conversation
Speakers of Italian with some proficiency as well as native speakers enjoy sociability and practice through conversation. We discuss readings ranging from Dante to contemporary authors. Meets 3rd Wednesday, 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Japanese Conversation-Gogo no Sawakai
This group is for all who speak Japanese fluently to discuss different topics. Meets on alternate Wednesdays, 2-4 p.m.

Japanese Culture: Small Items
Using traditional Japanese paper and art materials we’ll make small useful items to reflect the seasons of nature and life. Some projects may require attending two or three consecutive meetings. Space and materials are limited, registration required. Fee for materials. 2nd Monday each month, 12-2pm.

Knitting for Everyone
Anyone with an interest in knitting/crocheting is welcome to join this group. We share techniques, patterns and ideas. Participants are asked to donate small project to a charity. Meets every Tuesday, 12-1 p.m.

Lunchtime Book Group
We read fiction and non-fiction, recent publications and classics, all available in paperback. Meets on 4th Monday, 12-2 p.m. Bring bag lunch. Click here for complete reading list.

Quilting Bee
Beginners are most welcome to learn the art, techniques and history of American quilting. Most work will be hand sewing. Fabrics, books, patterns and sewing machines available. Materials fee. There will be occasional field trips.Meets every Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. -12 p.m. FILLED!

Telling Lives: Memoir Writing
Try your hand at writing about yourself and your family. FILLED!

Short Story Work Group in Spanish
Would you like to practice Spanish by reading Latin American authors? Do you write short stories or would like to learn? Meets monthly 12- 1 p.m. We will discuss the book Nuevo Tiempo Mexicano por Carlos Fuentes! Bring a copy of your own short stories if you have some or your ideas! Contact Maria-Fernanda González MariaFernanda@exatec.itesm.mx.

MIT Women’s Chorale
Explore your musical side! The chorale’s repertoire covers a wide range of styles, including both secular and sacred. Harvard women welcome! Meets every Thursday, 7:45 p.m.