Gainesville Area Women's Network upcoming events

Out & About - May Meditation Walk (Saturday, May 02, 2026)

Sat, 02 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Out & About - May Meditation Walk

Take a gentle pause this May.

Please join GAWN on Saturday May 2nd for a guided meditation walk at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens lead by Caitlyn Adams, GAWN board member and owner of Heart Mind Healing. This meditation walk is specially designed to honor the many emotions that can surround Mother’s Day. Whether this day brings joy, grief, longing, or something in between, this space is for you. Together, we’ll move slowly, reflect quietly, and create room for whatever arises, without expectation or pressure.

All are welcome. Come as you are.

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that are appropriate for the day's weather, as we will be outside in the gardens for this event. Consider bringing a water bottle and your favorite notebook. You are welcome to stay and enjoy the gardens after the event. Admission is good for the day.

Please plan to arrive 5 to 10 minutes before 10am, so we can enter as a group promptly at 10am. Everyone will pay their own entrance fee directly to Kanapaha Botanical Gardens ($13). There is ample free parking at the gardens. We will meet outside of the entrance to the gardens. Board Members Kelsy and Elizabeth will be facilitating this event.

This is not one to miss!

This event is for members and guests. Please register in advance so we know how many people to plan for.

We hope to see you there!

Book Club Social - May - I Heard There Was A Secret Chord (Sunday, May 17, 2026)

Sun, 17 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Our next monthly book club meets on Sunday, May 17th, at 4pm!

Note: This month's meeting is on the 3rd Sunday, to avoid conflicts with Mother's Day.

We will be reading I Heard There Was A Secret Chord by Daniel Levitin. One of our members will be hosting and we will be emailing the address a few days before the event (to avoid having her address public on the internet!). If you have any questions ahead of time, please email Denise at dweber1026@gmail.com

There is no cost for this member's only event. You can find the book at the Library, Thriftbooks, or order it new. You're welcome to bring a snack to share. To become a member, click here. We'd love to have you join us!

May Monthly Meeting - Silent Auction to Benefit DHP (Wednesday, May 20, 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Please join us on Wednesday, May 20th from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM at the Sweetwater Branch Inn for our monthly meeting.

Silent Auction to Benefit the Displaced Homemaker Program (DHP) at Santa Fe College

Enjoy lunch and networking while supporting DHP! Numerous items will be up for bidding and can be taken home immediately. Only cash and checks will be accepted for items, as we cannot accept credit cards, so please be prepared.

Curious to see what's been donated?

We will be accepting auction items from our member and community businesses until May 8th. If you would like to donate one, or if you know a business who could benefit from branding themselves at our luncheon, please note the following:

What to donate: Items should have a $40 minimum value and be ready to be on display (if you want to donate a lower-value item, it will be paired with another item)
Deadline to donate: Friday, May 8

Drop off locations:

Florida Credit Union, 2831 NW 43rd St. (Jane)

Greater FL Insurance, 4908 NW 34th Blvd (Taylor)

Event contact: info@gawn.org

We look forward to seeing you at the Auction.

PLEASE NOTE: Credit cards are not accepted at the door. Pay here on the website in advance to take advantage of credit card payment options.

Take advantage of special member pricing - join here if you haven't already!

Meeting Registration and Cancellation Policy: To be eligible for a meeting refund, cancellations must be submitted online or emailed to the Registrar by 11:59pm on the Thursday the week before the meeting.

Book Club Social - June - Confessions of a Pagan Nun (Sunday, June 14, 2026)

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Our next monthly book club meets on Sunday, June 14th, at 4pm!

This month, we will be reading Confessions of a Pagan Nun by Kate Horsley. One of our members will be hosting and we will be emailing the address a few days before the event (to avoid having her address public on the internet!). If you have any questions ahead of time, please email Denise at dweber1026@gmail.com

June Monthly Meeting - The Leadership Compass (Wednesday, June 17, 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Please join us on Wednesday, June 17th from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM at the Sweetwater Branch Inn for our monthly meeting.

The Leadership Compass: Navigating with Confidence and Connection

Communication shapes our relationships with clients, colleagues, and collaborators. Yet many of our communication patterns operate on autopilot, especially when we are under pressure. In this interactive session, Stacey introduces the Leadership Compass, a practical framework rooted in emotional intelligence and insights from the Enneagram. Participants will explore how Interaction Styles influence how we pursue what we want and how Conflict Styles shape our responses when things don’t go our way.

Through discussion and reflection, attendees will gain greater awareness of their own communication tendencies and learn how to recognize and respond more effectively to different styles in others. Participants will walk away with practical tools to:

• Strengthen self-awareness and emotional intelligence

• Communicate with greater clarity and intention

• Build trust and stronger professional relationships

• Navigate differences with curiosity, compassion, and confidence

Whether leading a team, growing a business, or expanding a professional network, the Leadership Compass provides a simple and memorable way to navigate conversations and relationships with greater intention.

Stacey B. Wynn is Vice President of Talent Solutions at Right Management, where she helps individuals and teams grow with purpose, clarity, and confidence. With more than 25 years of experience in business operations, leadership, and executive coaching, Stacey brings practical insight and tools that strengthen communication, emotional intelligence, and trust—essential skills in today’s rapidly changing workplace.

She specializes in leadership development and team effectiveness using frameworks such as the iEQ9 Enneagram to deepen self-awareness, strengthen relationships, and improve team dynamics. Stacey is known for her grounded, practical approach and her ability to translate insight into real-world leadership behaviors that support collaboration, accountability, and connection.

Based in Gainesville, Florida, Stacey enjoys spending time with her daughter beekeeping, and exploring the outdoors.

We look forward to seeing you at the meeting.

PLEASE NOTE: Credit cards are not accepted at the door. Pay here on the website in advance to take advantage of credit card payment options.

Take advantage of special member pricing - join here if you haven't already!