Ophelia's Place

Be Your Own Fashion Designer

admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 19:16:42 +0000

Ever dreamed of being a designer on Project Runway? Want to learn to make your own fashionable clothes, or alter an existing garment to fit your unique, sassy style? Then attend our Be Your Own Fashion Designer sewing class! This class will be part of a research study project where you can not only learn how to sew but also earn up to $65! Learn how to sew by hand and using a machine, make your own skirt, and alter a piece of clothing to make it especially vogue!

Class Guidelines:

The class is open to girls aged 12-16.

Participants can take one of two 5-week sessions:

For the first session, participants must be available Thursday, May 24 in the afternoon, and on Thursday’s 3-6pm and Saturday’s 12-3pm from June 28^th to July 26^th.

For the second session, participants must be available Thursday, June 28, and August 2 to September 1 Thursday’s 3-6pm and Saturday’s 12-3p.

**Participants will be assigned to either the Thursday class or the Saturday class, but they need to be available for both times.

A parental/guardian consent form as well as a liability waiver must be signed prior to beginning the class. Please find these forms at the bottom of this post.

There is no cost to take the class, and you can earn up to $65!

For details about the class or compensation, please call Ophelia’s Place at 541-284-4333.

Parental Consent Form

Liability Waiver

All Girls All Levels Yoga Class

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 18:54:35 +0000

Come join us at Ophelia’s Place for All Girls All Levels yoga! We will be hosting weekly yoga classes every Friday from 4-5:15pm at Ophelia’s Place, suitable for first time and more experienced yoginis. Bring a yoga mat or bath towel and enjoy the physical and mental benefits of this wonderful practice! $2 suggested donation, scholarships available.

The Body Stores What You Tell It

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:25:04 +0000

Negative self-talk is something so many women engage in everyday, but few realize that it is a form of violence to their mind, body, and spirit. Please check out this inspiring article about loving and accepting oneself no matter what!

Roller Derby Fan Day

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:04:46 +0000

Roller Derby Fan Day, Ages 10-18, Saturday, May 19, 1-3pm, $5. Call 541-284-4333 to register!

Do you love to roller skate? Have you ever thought about joining roller derby? Meet in the lobby of Willamalane Center for Sports & Recreation (250 S. 32nd St., Springfield) for this fun skate with girls from the Emerald City Junior Gems!

How We’re Paying For Putting Ourselves Down (And Why We’ll Pay For You To Say Something Nice!)

admin — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:39:52 +0000

Please check out this great article about stopping the self-degradation and learning to be nice to ourselves!

Ophelia’s Place Inclement Weather Schedule

admin — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 20:14:02 +0000

Please note that in the event of snow or inclement weather, Ophelia’s Place will follow the 4J School Closure Schedule.

Winter Drop-In Hours:

Monday-Thursday, 3-6 PM.

Trauma Recovery and Empowerment Group

admin — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:03:26 +0000

Ophelia’s Place is offering a group (flyer here) for girls ages 12-18 who have experienced trauma and who are open to talking about their lives in a safe environment. This group is on Mondays from 4:30-6pm and begins on April 2nd ending on June 18th. Group will offer a respectful, supportive, informative and sharing space about the effects of trauma, coping strategies, identification of feelings, and opportunity to connect with ourselves and others. The group is facilitated by Master’s level therapists (Kirsten Hughes and Kara Penniman) using a trauma informed approach.

This group is offered on a sliding scale $40-$120. Scholarships are available.

For more information or to register please call Kara at 541-284-4334.

Ophelia’s Place Spring 2012 Calendar

admin — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:28:58 +0000

Spring 2012 calendar

Click the link above to see what exciting events and activities are happening at OP this spring!

La Niña Que Soy

admin — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:41:00 +0000

La Niña Que Soy

Programas de cuatro (4) sesiones en
Español, enfocado en el autoestima
de las niñas en 4to-8vo grados.

Fecha: Marzo 2, 9, 23 y 30, 2012

Lugar: Centro de Servicio en Eugene (oficina de Girl Scouts)

Hora: 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Costo: ¡Gratis! Al menos que pueda pagar $12.00 de membrecía Girl Scouts

Ultimo día para inscripción es: Febrero 28, 2012

Si está interesada/o en que su niña participe en este programa, por favor comuníquese con Martha Morales (coordinadora del programa) al (541) 485-5911 x 6302 para recibir una inscripción para el programa. Reunión informativa sobre Girl Scouts se llevara a cabo para los padres/guardianes el último día del programa, Marzo 30, 2012 de 6:15 – 6:45 p.m.

Girl Scouts ayuda a las niñas a desarrollar el valor, la confianza en sí mismas y los principios para hacer del mundo un lugar mejor.

“Celebrando 100 años de trayectoria Girl Scouts”

Anime Club Ages 13-18

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 19:19:58 +0000

Anime Club Ages 13-18. Meets every other Tuesday starts 1/17-3/13 4-5:30pm $1-3 suggested donation.

Come meet to discuss your favorite anime and manga, practice drawing, get updates about cosplay and conventions and learn more about Japanese culture. Club is co-facilitated with youth and an OP staff/volunteer. Open to all interested girls, please call ahead to schedule an Orientation at OP prior to attending the first group. Call to register 541-284-4335 or email info@opheliasplace.net.