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Past Presidents’ Reports

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  • 2017-2018 President’s Report (Paula B)

 

Next Meeting

Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 - In-person/hybrid meeting, 10am
Oberon Waters, “Weaving and Fibre Arts with the Visually Impaired“

Oberon Waters is the lead fibre arts instructor in the therapeutic arts centre at Friedman Place, a supportive nonprofit living facility for the visually impaired. Friedman Place supports individuals who are interested in weaving by providing access to a therapeutic weaving program. Students range from brand new weavers to people who have been weaving for upwards of 10-15 years. On occasion, this program also provides ‘offshoot’ classes like spinning, basketry, and more. While not the kind of art therapy program that facilitates actively unpacking past trauma to address mental health issues, the Friedman Place residents are supported in a meditative form of art therapy that is incredibly important. The weaving program gives a sense of accomplishment to residents by providing them an opportunity to have autonomy over what objects they make. For some residents who have become blind later in life, weaving can also provide an activity that promotes catharsis and help someone work through the emotional process of acclimating to being blind.

Guild members will receive a Zoom link for the Membership Meeting and Show & Tell via e-mail. Non-members, please complete our Visitor Registration Form to participate at least 48 hours prior to meeting start.

Meeting Location

Congregation Etz Chaim
1710 S. Highland Ave
Lombard, IL 60148

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