Open Art
Open Art time gives members freedom to explore creative self-expression and experiment in a variety of mediums.
Crochet Group
Whether you are new to fiber arts or already well versed, we supply materials and techniques in a relaxed community setting.
Knitting Group
Whether you are new to fiber arts or already well versed, we supply materials and techniques in a relaxed community setting.
Writer’s Group
The Gathering Place has two writer’s groups that meet weekly on the 3rd Floor – one for technical writing and one for creative writing.
The Card Project
Members create original artwork to be sold as greeting cards at TGP and by local businesses. Seventy-five percent of each card sale goes back to the artist.
Drop-In Center
The Drop-In Center at CHARG is open to anyone 18+ who is living with and being treated for a mental health condition. The center provides a place to socialize, have coffee and snacks, use the Internet and phone, meet with Peer Specialists, and access food and clothing banks. Various social, activity, and support groups are offered throughout the week. Schedule can be found on the main charg.org website.
A Place of Our Own
A Place of Our Own is the Eating Disorder Foundation’s home to support and education programs. In addition to support groups, the center accommodates informal drop-in visits for people seeking support, alone time, or socializing with other people in recovery. The space is surrounded by a garden that is also open to visitors. Drop-in hours can be found on the website.
Yoga for Mood Management
Yoga for Mood Management is a workshop or workshop series for individuals with depression, anxiety, or other mood regulation problems. The class involves both yoga/mindfulness education and time to share personal experiences and discuss the relevance of these practices in daily life. A single 2-hour workshop is $250 per person and a 4-session series is $800 per person.
Yoga for Stress Management
Yoga for Stress Management is a workshop or workshop series for individuals struggling to manage situational and chronic stress. The class involves both yoga and meditation education and time to share personal experiences and discuss the relevance of these practices in daily life. A single 2-hour workshop is $250 per person and a 4-session series is $800 per person.
Yoga for Life Transitions
Yoga for Life Transitions is a workshop or workshop series for individuals going through challenging life situations like divorce, job loss, break-up, addiction recovery, or moving. The class involves both yoga education and time to share personal experiences and discuss the relevance of these practices in daily life. A single 2-hour workshop is $250 per person and a 4-session series is $800 per person.