Pens & Pages Session II

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Pens & Pages Session II

In session 2, the class will be reading Atlas of the Heart by renowned social researcher, Brené Brown. We will use the book as a jumping-off point to discuss themes such as human emotions and how to manage things like worry and anxiety in our lives. We’ll talk and write about what tools we have to support ourselves during difficult times and how to overcome barriers to success. We will also focus on making meaningful connections and how an awareness of our emotions can nurture and strengthen those connections. Books are provided free of charge from Vermont Humanities Council.


Session II Schedule (8 weeks): April 20 - June 8, Thursdays 1:30 – 4:00 pm


Pens & Pages Session II
Schedule: Thursdays, April 20 - June 8 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm

Thursday, Apr 20, 2023
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Location Mercy Connections

Instructor Melissa Lang + Peter Burns

Pens & Pages Session II
Schedule: Thursdays, April 20 - June 8 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm

Thursday, Apr 27, 2023
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Location Mercy Connections

Instructor Melissa Lang + Peter Burns

Pens & Pages Session II
Schedule: Thursdays, April 20 - June 8 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm

Thursday, May 4, 2023
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Location Mercy Connections

Instructor Melissa Lang + Peter Burns

Pens & Pages Session II
Schedule: Thursdays, April 20 - June 8 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm

Thursday, May 11, 2023
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Location Mercy Connections

Instructor Melissa Lang + Peter Burns

Pens & Pages Session II
Schedule: Thursdays, April 20 - June 8 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm

Thursday, May 18, 2023
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Location Mercy Connections

Instructor Melissa Lang + Peter Burns

Pens & Pages Session II
Schedule: Thursdays, April 20 - June 8 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm

Thursday, May 25, 2023
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Location Mercy Connections

Instructor Melissa Lang + Peter Burns

Pens & Pages Session II
Schedule: Thursdays, April 20 - June 8 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm

Thursday, Jun 1, 2023
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Location Mercy Connections

Instructor Melissa Lang + Peter Burns

Pens & Pages Session II
Schedule: Thursdays, April 20 - June 8 from 1:30 – 4:00 pm

Thursday, Jun 8, 2023
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Location Mercy Connections

Instructor Melissa Lang + Peter Burns