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Mahjong Group
Mahjong Group
December 1, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
San Jose Woman's Club, 75 South 11th Street, San Jose, CA, United States
The Mahjong Group meets on the first and third Mondays of the month at the Clubhouse from 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the Club's Tea Room. On months with a fifth Monday, the group holds a bonus meeting.
If you have never tried this game of skill, strategy, and luck, or you are an experienced player, you are welcome to join in the fun!
Meetings are free and open to all, but a RSVP is required to reserve your spot: mahjong@sjwomansclub.org Want to find out more? Email Mahjong Group Chairs Liz Edlund and Robyn Ginsburg Braverman., mahjong@sjwomansclub.org.
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Qi Gong Group
Qi Gong Group
December 2, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
San José Woman's Club, 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
SJWC's newest group, Qi Gong (pronounced: chee-gung) offers a gentle form of exercise designed to help you release tension and stress from the body while cultivating vitality, balance and inner peace. The group is led by Chair Michelle Henninger, who is a certified Holden Qi Gong Teacher.
Practicing Qi Gong will help you achieve greater mental, emotional, and physical health and well-being. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this program caters to all levels, using postures, flowing movements, breath, sound, imagery and focused intention.
Please RSVP so we know how to set up the room. We look forward to enjoying this new activity with you!
Contact: Chair Michelle Henninger at qigong@sjwomansclub.org to learn more and RSVP.
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Bessie Book Discussi…
Bessie Book Discussion Group Meeting
December 2, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
San Jose Woman's Club, 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
San Jose Woman's Club Besse Book Discussion Group meets via Zoom on the first Tuesday of most months, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. You do not need to read the book to attend. In August we meet on the first Wednesday in person for a summer potluck. In December, we meet on the first Tuesday in person for a holiday get-together. Be sure to bring a snack to share or cookies to swap.
RSVP to Chair Lucille Boone at besse@sjwomansclub.org for the Zoom link.
Meetings are free and open to all.
Book discussion calendar 2025/2026:
Sep 2nd The Hungry Season: a journey of war, love, and survival by Lisa M. Hamilton (NF)
Oct 7th The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride (F)
Nov 4 The Mystery Writer by Sulari Gentil (F)
Dec 2: In person holiday get together
Jan 6th The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier (F)
Feb 3rd Silicon Valley Reads Selection
Mar 3 Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Apr 7 James by Percival Everett (F)
May 5 Heart Lamp by Banu Mushtaq (F)
Jun 2 The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters (F)
F=Fiction, NF= Nonfiction
The Besse Group was formed in 1997 for those who are interested in discussing books, attending cultural events and enjoying stimulating conversations. It was named in honor of Clubmember and major SJWC donor Besse Slonaker, who passed away that year.
For more information, contact Chair Lucille Boone at besse@sjwomansclub.org.
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Sewing Group: Stocki…
Sewing Group: Stockings for Farmworker Caravan (Note Special Date)
December 3, 2025 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
San José Woman's Club, 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
SJWC's Sewing Group, chaired by veteran sewers Sandy Swirsky and Jackie Daemon, meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at the Clubhouse from 10 am to 2 pm. If you have an easy to move sewing machine, bring it with you.
This month, we are meeting on a different date because we are making Christmas stockings to donate to Farmworker Caravan's holiday drive.
In September, October, and November, we created the stockings. This month we will be stuffing them with goodies!
If you can (not required), please bring:
Stocking Stuffers: One-size-fits-all gloves, lip balm, toothbrushes, chocolate or cocoa packets, popcorn, bubbles. (See Full List)
Please bring your lunch and beverage. If enough people want, we can make coffee.
Snacks to share are always welcome.
Please RSVP so we know how to set up the room. We look forward to enjoying this new activity with you! https://SJWC_Santa_1203.eventbrite.com
Contact: Chairs Sandy Swirsky and Jackie Daemon at sewing@sjwomansclub.org to learn more and RSVP.
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Modern Latina's…
Modern Latina's 20th Anniversary: Embracing Our Roots on the Runway
December 4, 2025
San Jose Woman's Club, 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Join Modern Latina as they celebrate 20 years with a fashion show, "Embracing Our Roots on the Runway," benefiting ALAS, uniting 150+ influential Latina leaders for a night of fashion, culture, and celebration.
Immerse yourself in an evening of style, culture, and community, as we unite over 150+ Latino influencers, professionals, and community leaders to honor our shared heritage.
Tickets and details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/modern-latinas-20th-anniversary-embracing-our-roots-on-the-runway-tickets-1964546695049
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Ugly Sweater Contest…
Ugly Sweater Contest and Cookie Exchange
December 7, 2025 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
San José Woman's Club, 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Break out your ugly sweater at SJWC's Ugly Sweater and Cookie Exchange party on December 7th from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. There's something for everyone -- including a selection of festive non-alcoholic drinks for those who don't care to indulge and vegan noshes.
The Ugly Sweater Contest: Wear your ugliest holiday sweater for a chance to win a fabulous prize. Judging at 4:30 pm.
The Cookie Exchange: Bring two dozen cookies and a container to take home your selections. Prize for the top entry!
When: Sunday, December 7th, 3:00 - 5:00pm
Location: San Jose Woman's Club 75 South 11th Street San Jose, CA 95112
Contact: Call 408-294-6919 or email events@sjwomansclub.org for more information.
Parking: Free parking is available on most streets around the Club all day Sunday, except the 00 block of S. 12th St. Garage Parking is available at the SJSU Garage around the corner (entrance on San Fernando between S. 10th and S. 9th Streets).
Get your tickets now at: https://sjwcuglysweater.eventbrite.com
$10.00 General | $5.00 SJWC Members
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All Club Holiday Pot…
All Club Holiday Potluck and Boutique
December 8, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
San José Woman's Club, 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
All Clubmembers and friends of SJWC are invited to the All Club Holiday Potluck and Boutique hosted by the Antiques, Art and Culture Group. Reserve your spot at https://holiday_potluck.eventbrite.com
This is one of our most popular events and a great opportunity to meet new members and renew acquaintances with old friends.
Turkey and Ham will be provided. Please bring a side dish to share. If you prefer to join the decorating and clean up crews, please contact Antiques Co-Chair Sandy Swirsky at antiques@sjwomansclub.org or call her at 408-227 9284.
Bring your pocketbook! Our fabulous Holiday Boutique returns. Find lots of holiday treasures, including Sandy's famous English Toffee, packaged in tins and ready to gift or enjoy for yourself.
We welcome items for our Boutique, which benefits the SJWC Scholarship Fund. If you prefer to deliver them before the party, please contact Sandy at antiques@sjwomansclub.org.
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Qi Gong Group
Qi Gong Group
December 9, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
SJWC's newest group, Qi Gong (pronounced: chee-gung) offers a gentle form of exercise designed to help you release tension and stress from the body while cultivating vitality, balance and inner peace. The group is led by Chair Michelle Henninger, who is a certified Holden Qi Gong Teacher.
Practicing Qi Gong will help you achieve greater mental, emotional, and physical health and well-being. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this program caters to all levels, using postures, flowing movements, breath, sound, imagery and focused intention.
Please RSVP so we know how to set up the room. We look forward to enjoying this new activity with you!
Contact: Chair Michelle Henninger at qigong@sjwomansclub.org to learn more and RSVP.
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Step Up for Women an…
Step Up for Women and Girls New Group Meeting
December 10, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
San Jose Woman's Club, 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Join San Jose Woman’s Club newest group, Step Up for Women and Girls (SWAG), with a focus of supporting women and girls in our community through group volunteering, partying with purpose, and building friendships through service, chaired by Charity Burton and Eileen Hunter.
Meetings are on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm at the Clubhouse.
- In person and Zoom will be available. If you can’t attend in person, email SWAG for the zoom link.
- Please bring a food item to share
- For questions or to RSVP, send email to SWAG@sjwomansclub.org
This month, we are planning a special holiday event for December, in collaboration with Lifted Spirits, a program that serves vulnerable women in the community.
Get more info or RSVP at swagsjwomansclub.org. Group leaders Charity Burton and Eileen Hunter look forward to meeting you all!
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SJWC Hosts A Christm…
SJWC Hosts A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience
December 11, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Experience A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience hosted at the San Jose Woman's Club. An immersive reimagining of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, complete with a dark Victorian twist and four holiday-themed cocktails paired with key scenes. Don’t miss this timeless classic!
Dates and show times:
December 11 - 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm
December 12 - 6:00 pm, 8:00 pm, and 10:00 pm
December 13 - 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, and 8:00 pm
Purchase tickets here.
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SJWC Hosts A Christm…
SJWC Hosts A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience
December 12, 2025 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Experience A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience hosted at the San Jose Woman's Club. An immersive reimagining of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, complete with a dark Victorian twist and four holiday-themed cocktails paired with key scenes. Don’t miss this timeless classic!
Dates and show times:
December 11 - 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm
December 12 - 6:00 pm, 8:00 pm, and 10:00 pm
December 13 - 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, and 8:00 pm
Purchase tickets here.
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SJWC Hosts A Christm…
SJWC Hosts A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience
December 13, 2025 4:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Experience A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience hosted at the San Jose Woman's Club. An immersive reimagining of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, complete with a dark Victorian twist and four holiday-themed cocktails paired with key scenes. Don’t miss this timeless classic!
Dates and show times:
December 11 - 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm
December 12 - 6:00 pm, 8:00 pm, and 10:00 pm
December 13 - 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, and 8:00 pm
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Mahjong Group
Mahjong Group
December 15, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
San Jose Woman's Club, 75 South 11th Street, San Jose, CA, United States
The Mahjong Group meets on the first and third Mondays of the month at the Clubhouse from 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the Club's Tea Room. On months with a fifth Monday, the group holds a bonus meeting.
If you have never tried this game of skill, strategy, and luck, or you are an experienced player, you are welcome to join in the fun!
Meetings are free and open to all, but a RSVP is required to reserve your spot: mahjong@sjwomansclub.org Want to find out more? Email Mahjong Group Chairs Liz Edlund and Robyn Ginsburg Braverman., mahjong@sjwomansclub.org.
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Mind, Body and Soil …
Mind, Body and Soil Gardening Group
December 16, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location varies
The Mind, Body & Soil Group meets monthly, generally on the third Tuesday of the month at the Clubhouse, a member's garden or a public garden, usually from 2-3:30 pm.
Avid gardeners all, we clear our minds and find inspiration working in the garden; we work on keeping our bodies fit and strong, and in the soil we find the immense satisfaction that gardening can bring. We promote sustainability, planting native species, protecting pollinators, and safe and healthy practices. We produce beauty, peace, conviviality, good things to eat and bouquets galore! We share garden know-how, learning from each other and from garden masters. We visit other people’s gardens and gardens of note near and far. We share cuttings and seeds and, most importantly, we share, nourish and grow friendship. We welcome you to come grow with us!
To learn more or RSVP and get details, contact Chair Mary Lou Mason at garden@sjwomansclub.org
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Artist's Collec…
Artist's Collective Group Meeting - Holiday Playing Card Exchange
December 17, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
San Jose Woman's Club, 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
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Holiday Playing Card Exchange! Decorate a playing card and exchange it for another at the Artist's Collective Group's Holiday Party. Don't have time to make a card? There are always a few extras, so you might still score a one-of-a-kind design.
The Artist's Collective Group brings together interested artists—anyone wanting to share work, inspiration, and ideas—as a group of creatives to build a platform of motivation, community and support. Anyone interested in participating is welcome.
Group meetings are held at the Clubhouse, from 6:30 to 8:00, on the Third Wednesday of each month.
Contact: Chair Lisa Wangsness at collective@sjwomansclub.org to learn more and RSVP.
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Walking Society: Dow…
Walking Society: Downtown San Jose
December 19, 2025 9:00 am - 11:00 am
San Jose Woman's Club, 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112, USA
Join us for an invigorating walk through DTSJ!
Lisa will be leading this walk. Meet at the SJWC promptly at 9am. Walk is a 4 mile flat loop through Downtown, with an optional coffee stop. Highlights: SJSU, St James & Ryland Parks, Guadalupe River Trail, Little Italy, San Pedro Square, Caesar Chavez Plaza, Paseo de San Antonio. For last minute questions contact Lisa at (408) 393-6292. RAIN CANCELS.
Additional Info: Everyone welcome, SJWC membership not required. We encourage you to bring water and a hat to all walks.
If this is your first walk with the Walking Society, please send a message to WalkingSociety@SJWomansclub.org with "Join Walkers List" in the subject line. Once Lisa receives your message, she will send you additional important info about our walks.
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Mahjong Group: Bonus…
Mahjong Group: Bonus Meeting
December 29, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
San Jose Woman's Club, 75 South 11th Street, San Jose, CA, United States
The Mahjong Group meets on the first and third Mondays of the month at the Clubhouse from 1:00-3:00 p.m. in the Club's Tea Room. On months with a fifth Monday, the group holds a bonus meeting.
If you have never tried this game of skill, strategy, and luck, or you are an experienced player, you are welcome to join in the fun!
Meetings are free and open to all, but a RSVP is required to reserve your spot: mahjong@sjwomansclub.org Want to find out more? Email Mahjong Group Chairs Liz Edlund and Diana Wirt , mahjong@sjwomansclub.org.
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