UPCOMING EVENTS:
Transform Your Relationship To Money in 2026
3/12/26
Financial Workshop Series with Lauren Hollander
If you feel afraid, disconnected, avoidant, or inconsistent with money, join us!
Change is possible, with the right support.
In this 3-part series, we tackle:
Past history and personal narratives that inform your feelings about money and wealth;
Assessing your current relationship with money and your motivation to change it; and
Skills-building and goal setting in a way that might actually work!
Lauren Hollander
Lauren Hollander, LICSW, JD, is a psychotherapist, former attorney, and certified Financial Social Worker with specialized training and experience in couples therapy, group facilitation, individual motivation, and relational skill-building. She works with individuals and couples, as well as financial planners who want better tools to support clients struggling to implement recommended actions.
For more information about Lauren and Secure Bonds Counseling click here
Workshop 1 - Money-Relationship Assessment January 15, 2026 6-8pm $30
In the first workshop, I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space in which to assess your current relationship to money. Through exercises and discussion we will explore that relationship; learn about habits that reflect a strong money-relationship; and learn about the process of goal setting and change.
Workshop 2 - Vocabulary & Skills February 12, 2026 6-8pm $30
In the second workshop, we will gently delve into money stories and identities, introduce basic financial vocabulary and concepts, and deepen the identification of your personal money-relationship goals.
Workshop 3 - Securing Your Blossoming Money-Relationship March 12, 2026 6-8pm $30
Our third workshop is focused on Motivation, Obstacles, and Future Planning. We will help you develop a greater sense of your personal sources of motivation (and resistance) around your change goals, and support you as you strengthen your blossoming relationship to money.
All women-identified folks welcome to join us - BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ welcome
No prior financial knowledge needed!
Space is limited. Please register in advance ~ $30 per workshop
Upcoming Workshop #3 date: 3/12
You do not need to attend all dates
March 15, 2026 3pm - 5pm
March 15, 2026 3pm - 5pm
The (M) Factor 2: Before the Pause Film Screening Party
Join us for the (M) Factor 2 Film Screening Party - it's going to be a blockbuster!
The (M) Factor 2: Before the Pause (Perimenopause) FILM LENGTH: 56:46 minutes
Join us for the prequel to The (M) Factor film that catapulted the conversation around menopause to a new level of visibility! This is an opportunity to gather and share our own perimenopause perspectives in a discussion after the film, led by a panel of menopause specialists.
BEFORE THE PAUSE reveals the hidden reality of perimenopause through the voices of women whose lives are disrupted and dismissed. A teacher is told her symptoms are “all in her head” even as she struggles at home and in the classroom. A firefighter navigates heavy periods with no women’s bathroom in sight. Doctors themselves admit they lack the knowledge to adequately help the patients sitting in front of them. By centering these stories alongside leading experts, the film exposes a systemic blind spot and makes a powerful case for why early awareness can transform women’s health, careers, and sense of self. Produced by Women in the Room Productions and Take Flight Productions.
Screening Party Timeline:
3:00 – Welcome Reception (drinks and light snacks provided.)
3:15 – Introduction & Screening of the M Factor 2 film (approx 56 minutes)
4:15 – Discussion with Q& A led by Menopause Society Certified Providers Vanessa Ross, Carly Detterman, Anastasia Hallisey, and Jane Epstein.
This event is free. When you join us for the film, you will have the option to make a donation to support Midwifery Exchange in Ghana, a New England-based organization that collaborates with Ghanaian midwives to bring life-saving supplies and education to health centers in rural Ghana.
Meet our Q&A Panel
Vanessa Ross, CNM, MSCP, CLC
Vanessa is a Certified Nurse Midwife, Menopause Society Certified Provider and Trauma-Informed Certified Coach with over 25 years of experience in women's health. She is co-founder of Menopause & Sexual Wellness Care of Western Mass. She is a member of the Baystate Midwifery & Women's Health group, faculty member of the Baystate Midwifery Education Program & UMass-Chan Medical School, and an invited speaker on menopause care in local, regional, and national settings.
Carly Detterman, CNM, MSCP
Carly is a Certified Nurse Midwife & Menopause Society Certified Provider with over 20 years of experience in women's health. She is co-founder of Menopause & Sexual Wellness Care of Western Mass. She is a member of the Baystate Midwifery & Women's Health group, faculty member of the Baystate Midwifery Education Program & UMass-Chan Medical School, and a board member of Midwifery Exchange in Ghana.
Anastasia Hallisey, CNM, MSCP
Anastasia is a Certified Nurse Midwife for over 20 years and a Menopause Society Certified Provider in Hartford, CT. She also is the Director of Midwifery Exchange in Ghana which supports continuing education for midwives in rural Ghana.
Jane Epstein, CNP, MSCP, CSC
Jane is a Certified Nurse Practitioner and Menopause Society Certified Provider with over 25 years of experience. She is also an American Association of Sexuality Educators Certified Sexuality Counselor. She lives and practices in Albuquerque, NM.
Past Events:
Come and join us in this relaxed, free-form space to draw, paint, read, write, play music, or simply sit and be. There’s no agenda and no expectation to create something “good.” Just an invitation to come together, create in community, and experience the healing that can happen when we make space for expression and presence.
We’ll have non-alcoholic beverages from Dry Humor, warm company, and a suggested $10 donation to help support the space (everyone is welcome) for ages13+.
You can bring your own materials or share ours
If your nervous system is craving ease and your creativity has been whispering, I hope you’ll join us.
Life moves in chapters, but transitions rarely come with clear instructions.
Join Jess Pare, life alignment coach, for an intimate, playful, and powerful evening of exploring how to navigate the liminal space of life transitions—those foggy, uncertain, and tender moments—with truth, clarity, and aligned action.
Through storytelling, connection, and experiential activities, you’ll leave feeling more self-aware, empowered, and deeply seen. This space is for you if you're between chapters—considering a change, sitting in uncertainty, or ready to step into something more true.
You’ll walk away with:
A deeper understanding of your own inner compass
Tools to listen to and honor your truth (even when it’s scary)
Confidence in your next aligned step
New connections with wise and wonderful women
- Please invite any women you know who might be interested in this event.
$10 suggested donation
WOMEN’S GATHERING 4/17/25 6:30-8:30 at my studio
Life Long Intimacy
Come listen, learn, and share your own intimate journeys with sisters and Mary Campbell, Intimacy and Relationship Coach, Ordained Interspiritual Minister, and Counselor.
Now well past menopause, Mary will inspire you to live the fullest expression of yourself as she shares her ever-evolving story from traditional beginnings, through years of marriage and parenting, to a kundalini awakening in a sweat lodge and a Native Vision Quest that changed the course of her life at 45.
What intimate evolution still awaits you, no matter your age? Engage your curiosity to question the old assumptions that may be stifling your life force. Through conversation you’ll uncover what’s ready to drop away to allow you to enjoy the chaos that will lead you home.
If you are looking for more information about Mary:
Suggested Donations of $10/person
WOMEN’S GATHERING 3/20/25 6:30-8:30 at my studio
WILD EMBODIED WRITING
Experience Wild Embodied Writing with the guidance of Leah Kent. This writing practice integrates gentle embodiment invitations with intuitive, free-flowing writing that allows you to nourish the creative soul within you that is ready to speak up and be seen.
Bring a journal if you have one you love; Leah will have paper and pen on hand as well.
Leah Kent is a book coach and creator of the Wild Embodied Writing method. In addition to supporting women writers, she is the author of Awakening the Visionary Voice and Harvesting Wild Light and founder of Wild Moon Press.
https://leahkent.substack.com/
Suggested donation of $10/person
Monthly Women’s Gathering
I have created a group on Facebook called
Western Mass Women's Connective
Our next gathering is:
1/9/25 from 6:30 - 8:30pm at my studio.
We are so excited that Kristin Rotas has volunteered to guide the group through an activity that will help us all remember how strong we are, and how stable we can be, during times of uncertainty.
Kristin has asked that everyone bring an item to the next gathering that ignites a feeling of stability or strength within you. It can be a small object, or a picture of a bigger object that you are not able to travel with. This object will go home with you, so you will not be leaving it behind. You will be asked to share what the object is and why you choose to bring in this particular object. You do not need to share if you do not want to, but everyone will be given the opportunity if it feels good to do so. We will put these objects in the center of the circle and let their strength, wisdom, and power surround us.
Together, we will then create individual homemade pieces that will remind us of our inner strength, stability and community support. We will make these objects from supplies that I will bring in. If anyone has fun yarn or string that they would like to share please bring that in with you.
We will be using sticks or twigs that are about 1 and a half feet long and the thickness of a straw or finger. The stick can be bigger or smaller if you wish. I will bring in several to choose from.
As usual, please share with anyone you think might be interested.
Screening Party Timeline:
6:00 – Welcome Reception (drinks and snacks provided.)
6:30 – Introduction & Screening of the M Factor film (approx 56 minutes)
7:30 – Discussion with Q& A led by Menopause Society Certified Providers Vanessa Ross and Carly Detterman
2.1 million* American women will enter menopause this year.
The (M) Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause film explores the hidden impact of menopause on women's lives.
This feature-length documentary film, centers on the lived experiences of women across the U.S. Cameras follow women into their doctors’ offices, at work, and in their homes to expose the challenges they face—including racial biases, gender-ignorant care, inequitable structures and systems, and barriers due to the lack of basic midlife healthcare research. The women featured here open up about their experiences and share their stories of enduring debilitating symptoms while being ignored, ridiculed and/or shamed—and left untreated.
With input from emboldened physicians, healthcare advocates and leaders in the menopause movement, the film focuses on what is being done to address this public health crisis and offers solutions that can be replicated in medical communities and workplaces across the country. More on The (M) Factor website
Vanessa Ross and Carly Detterman are Certified Nurse Midwives and Menopause Certified Providers who have cared for hundreds of women in perimenopause and menopause in their practice at Baystate Medical Center. They are passionate about educating the public and offering individualized care throughout the menopause transition. Vanessa also offers health and life coaching for midlife women at vanessarosscoaching.com.
This event is free. When you join us for the film, you will have the option to make a donation to support Midwifery Exchange in Ghana, a New England-based organization that collaborates with Ghanaian midwives to bring life-saving supplies and education to health centers in Wa, Ghana.
Cut Loose - Vision Boarding
Sunday, October 6
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Danielle Tait Photography Studio
$45 per person - includes all materials and light refreshments
See your future come into focus at Cut Loose: Vision Board Collage Workshop!
This is your chance to visualize your dreams and manifest your goals through the art of collage. It’s the perfect fall Sunday activity to enjoy with friends, as you relax, connect, and set your sights on the future—all in a cozy, welcoming environment.
Focus on Fun: Connect with friends in a relaxed setting, perfect for gaining clarity and discovering your true vision.
Craft Your Future: Use a variety of materials to create a vision board that reflects your dreams and aspirations, helping you to chart your path ahead.
Join us for an inspiring afternoon where you and your friends can unwind, get creative, and bring your future into view!
Shadows and Roots
STUDIO CONCERT
Saturday 4/27/24 at the studio
Soulful vocals and sultry bass. Familiar, danceable 80-90's covers. And, as always, layered sonic goodness to add to the mix.
Doors will open at 6:30, and the show starts at 7 pm.
BYOB.
Suggested Donation of $20
STUDIO CONCERT WITH BILLY ELI
After what seems forever, since “before COVID”, I’m hosting a concert at the studio! Billy Eli reached out to me a few months ago to create images for his upcoming album. During the process of our initial consultation and then during the session I knew I just HAD TO ask him to share his music with us. So here we are!
Come join us on Friday, 22nd March at the studio!
Doors will open at 6:30, and the show starts at 7 pm. BYOB. Suggested Donation of $20.
You don’t know Billy?
Crashing through life in search of love and connection, finding both joy and sorrow, Billy Eli writes about absence loss, and change in a surprisingly uplifting way. His poignant blend of optimism, vulnerability, and melancholy finds a ray of light in even the direst of situations.
He is a storyteller whose songs are rich with detail, and yet you will find yourself remembering episodes of your own life as you listen. Eli is an accomplished performer, compelling storyteller, and perpetual student of life. His driving goal in his own life, as he says in the song “Here’s to You,” is to “leave here living well,” no matter what life throws his way.
Living Upward with Courage, Compassion, and Grace
We have the capacity not only to cope but to thrive in difficult times. Come and explore
together how we can courageously venture inward, open our hearts, and wrap our
wounded selves in forgiveness and compassion. In this act of love, we will find the
power and dignity to meet life with greater grace and gratitude for the wonder and
fullness of it all.
Build your dreams
You know that overwhelming and scary feeling of starting something new? Are you unsure of what next steps to take?Are you lacking the time, space and support needed for the uncomfortable reality of growing?
At b.p coaching and Danielle Tait Photography, we understand.
That’s why we created this 4-week workshop to give you the clarity to move forward. We will create a caring space for you to explore what is holding you back, create tangible action steps while building a supportive community of peers. Imagine starting 2020 with the confidence and courage to make this your most successful year.
In this workshop, you will learn:
How to strategically use your intuition to make business decisions.
How to identify and shift beliefs that are holding you back.
How to play, visualize, and dream the biggest dreams.
How to take action feeling clear and confident, instead of unsure and overwhelmed.
Includes:
4 action-packed workshops focused on dreaming, scheming, and implementation with tools and exercises you can use again and again.
1 portrait session to create a beautiful and authentic headshot (includes 2 digital images to be used on your website, social media, flyers, etc.)
WHERE: Danielle Tait Photography, 116 Pleasant St #230, Easthampton, MA 01027
All-Inclusive Yoga & Wellness Retreat in beautiful Woodstock, NY!
Join us for 2 nights/3 days of invigorating mind-body flows, healthy eats & incredible Fall surroundings.
The Vogel-Bronner Duo
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Trevor Healy
Friday, March 22.
Doors at 7pm, show 8-10pm
$10-20 sliding scale
pay at the door
As Kelly Vogel describes: "You may, or may not, know that I did a little singing in my west coast life (singer-songwriter/folk-pop), and I'm bringing it east with even a wee bit more soul. I'll be accompanied on bass by the talented Joe Bronner, and we'll be playing some blues, bluegrass, and a few other covers, and a few originals, too. We're gonna get saucy for ya, folks"
Parents! Caregivers!
Do you have a kid who is between the ages of 10 and 16 who might be curious about sex? Are you unsure of how to bring up the topic or what to say?Worried that your own baggage might get in the way?
Hosted by Danielle Tait Photography Studio
Suite 230
Eastworks Building
Easthampton
$10 per seat or whatever you can afford
Please RSVP to Brooke: 413-259-4232
Brooke is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a sex educator, and a parent of two teenagers. Her themes for this event are: “Embrace the Awkward” and “Get Some Support.”
