THE EMET ROOM
Thought Leaders, Authors & Experiential Workshops for Women
connect, learn and grow
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LIMITED TO 20 WOMEN
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Cost includes:
• a scrumptious brunch (or dinner)
• a chance to connect with other wonderful women
• moderated conversation and Q+A
• signed copy of the author's book (when applicable)
• all in a lovely setting
* cost may change depending on event program
IMPORTANT NOTE
Author events are not "book clubs," but springboards for learning + conversation You'll receive a book as part of the event price, nothing to read in advance.
SPRING 2026
Led by award-winning poet and essayist, Nancy Reddy shows us how to unpack the bad ideas that steal our joy!
Be Less Careful is a creative and collaborative workshop about being a little less scared—and a little more open. Through writing and vision boarding, we’ll make space for change, both big and small. This class is an invitation to loosen the rules, soften our grip on certainty, and let our freak flag fly (as I like to say.)
As Nancy puts it: “You don’t have to wait for the right time or feel fully ready to begin. In fact, starting before you’re ready is often the whole point. So many of us learned to succeed by being careful—by following the rules, getting it ‘right,’ and being a delight. Being less careful means trusting that you already have what you need, letting go of the checklists, and listening more closely to your own voice instead.”
This workshop is part creative playground and part thoughtful conversation. Come curious. Come imperfect. Come ready to begin.
$200 includes: light dinner, moderated conversation, all the vision boarding supplies you need and Nancy's expert guidance and writing prompts. All in a lovely and warm environment | Limited to 20 women | Deadline 4/3/26
Jo Piazza—New York Times bestselling author and host of the podcast Under the Influence—will be joining us for a fascinating and dynamic conversation. As a journalist, podcaster, author and cultural observer, she has spent years paying close attention to how women are portrayed, rewarded, criticized, and so often flattened in public life.
Jo lives inside the media ecosystem she reports on. As an “influencer” herself, she understands the push and pull from the inside—the pressure to be visible but not too visible, ambitious but still agreeable, honest but endlessly likable (I know, it sounds like the monologue from the Barbie movie, but it’s so damn true!!)
Social media has become an incredible connector for women—and also a masterclass in comparison and performance. Much of what we’re consuming isn’t real life at all, but a highlight reel shaped by algorithms that don’t exactly have our best interests at heart (to say the least.)
This salon isn’t about fixing ourselves or rejecting technology. It’s about getting a little clearer, a little wiser, and a lot more intentional about how we engage—what we take in, what we ignore, and what we refuse to internalize. This collaborative conversation will be 🔥. Don't miss it!
PS: This Lunch & Learn includes a visit from Jo's Bookcase—a curated, portable bookshop. Share your favorite genre with Jo, and she'll supply some custom recs! Oh, and 10% of the salon proceeds will go towards Red, Wine + Blue—to support their work on women's reproductive rights. LFG 💪🏼.
$125 includes: an unforgettable afternoon: a delicious, healthy lunch, intimate conversation led by an acclaimed author-journalist-podcaster, and insights that will reshape and clarify how we see the world. All in a space designed for connection and discovery. | Limited to 20 women | Deadline 4/24/26
We'll begin with grounding meditations—by yours truly—that quiet the noise and reconnect you to the natural world, setting the stage for an afternoon of beauty and intention. Then, Jen will share the secrets of eco-friendly floral design so you can bring the outdoors indoors with confidence and care.
The highlight? A hands-on class where Jen guides you step-by-step to create your own stunning spring arrangement. Jen supplies all the flowers, vases and necessary materials—you supply the artistry.
Since this falls on Mother's Day weekend, maybe your gorgeous creation becomes the perfect gift for Mom or that friend who has the nurturing mom-like qualities we all cherish. Or (better idea) bring either of them along and make it an afternoon you'll both enjoy.
Either way, you're leaving with flowers in your hands, calm in your heart, and skills you can take home to keep beautifying your space all year long.
$200 Includes: Nourishing lunch, restorative meditation, inspiring dialogue, expert floral instruction, and all the blooms and materials to create your own beautiful arrangement | Limited to 12 women | This workshop sells-out fast. | Deadline is 4-24, but register soon so you don't miss out!
past EMET room events
Edy Nathan Workshop
The Many Layers of Grief | Transform pain into personal growth.
“Grief shapes how we move through the world, how we love, and how we heal. It transforms us in unimaginable ways. Like your fingerprint, its imprint affects all people differently,” Edy has dedicated decades of work to understanding the complexities of loss—the language around it, and ways to live with it in partnership, rather than fighting its existence.
Betsy Holmberg, PHD
In her book The Unkind Mind, Betsy reveals—with humor and science—the practical ways to stop comparing, turn down the volume on self-doubt, and reconnect with what she calls our “kind mind.” This Salon promises to not just insightful, but a relief! It will also come with useful tools to tame that UNKIND mind.
Ruthie Ackerman
The Mother Code, a deeply resonant guide for anyone reconsidering the narratives they once believed about motherhood, womanhood, and the stories passed down through generations.” I loved this memoir— it had me looking back on my own preconceived notions of motherhood and the reality of my actual lived experience!
Priscilla Gillman
The Critics Daughter: A Memoir
As the Washington Post said, "To every child, every parent is, at some point, a titan — their first god, as Pricilla's famous father was to her. Gillman explores tales of becoming, of breaking free, of learning to “direct” one’s own life."
Robin Finn:
Finding Your Voice on the Page
Finding Your Voice is about showing up, being brave, and letting your words spill onto the page—no inner critic allowed. This workshop was for everyone, whether they've been journaling since high school or never written anything more than a text.
Rabbi Shira Stutman:
In The Jewish Way to a Good Life, Rabbi Shira Stutman invites readers of every faith―and none―to do chesed (good work), foster tzedek (justice), practice shabbat (rest), and ultimately find happiness.
Britt Tevis: Rene Plessner Postdoctoral Fellow in Holocaust and Antisemitism Studies and Lecturer in Law at Columbia University.
How American historical practices contributed to current misunderstandings about anti-semitism. And what can any one of us do to change the tide of intolerance?!
Women Wage Peace
Virtual event a conversation with the Israeli group, Women Wage Peace and their Palestinian partners, Women of the Sun. These are a group of badass moms demanding a seat at the table. Their voices give me hope ... and HOPE is life sustaining.
Beth Romero
Her Beth's manifesto is not just no-nonsense; it's a treasure trove of fresh insights backed by solid academic research. With her guidance, we dove into practical strategies and playful exercises designed to unleash our innate joy.
Karen Moon: Workshop
Designing Your Third Act
Through reflective exercises, discover what truly matters in this new phase of life. Walk away with greater self-compassion, clarity on your truth, and practical tools to shape your future with purpose.
Jennifer Fiss & Sheri Resnik
A SPECIAL WORKSHOP: The Zen of Flower Arranging
A combination of flower arranging and meditation lead to an afternoon of creativity, mindfulness, connection to nature and JOY!
Alex Auder
Don't Call Me Home “Don’t Call Me Home is about madness and love. Alexandra tells the best stories about her extraordinary childhood as she travels the world with her mother Viva. Wit and wisdom wrapped and bound with love.
Nancy Dreyfus
Talk to Me Like Someone You Love
No matter our attachment style, we all crave connection with our partners. Learn how to transform your unproductive communication patterns with this helpful, practical, and sometimes magical tool.
Kelly McMasters
The Leaving Season In The Leaving Season, McMasters chronicles the heady rush of falling in love and carving out a life in the city, the slow dissolution of her relationship in an isolated farmhouse, and the complexities of making a new home for herself and her children as a single parent.
Annie Duke "Quit: The Power of Knowing When to Walk" highlights the importance of quitting for success. It uses examples from athletes and CEOs and provides strategies for determining when to hold on and when to let go.
Tess Wilkinson-Ryan
Fool Proof : How Fear of Playing the Sucker Shapes Our Selves and the Social Order—and What We Can Do About It. The fear of playing the fool is a universal psychological phenomenon and an underappreciated driver of human behavior.
Florence Williams
HEARTBREAK: A scientific and personal journey
"Being heartbroken is one of the hidden landmines of human existence. That's because feeling alone and rejected literally changes our cells. And our immune systems. We sleep terribly. Our digestion changes. Pain feels more painful. Heartbreak can open us humans up to become more empathetic and more open to new experiences. I wanted that. So I studied how to get there and here's what I learned." — Florence Williams
Jane Golden
Founder, Mural Arts Philadelphia
"Before Golden founded Mural Arts, she was an artist by night, an aspiring lawyer by day. As a double-major in political science and fine art, Golden was on track to go to law school." That was over 35 years ago — and Philly's Mural Arts program is now a beacon for similar programs nationwide. And Jane never did go get that law degree, instead she's dedicated her life to helping Philadelphian's turn their lives around through the power of art — and love.
Shannon Watts
Co-produced with
Photography Wide Eyed Studios
"The incredible account how one mother’s cry for change became the driving force behind gun safety progress. Along with stories of perseverance, courage, and compassion, Watts shines a light on the unique power of women."
Lydia Denworth
Friendship: The Evolution, Biology, and Extraordinary Power of Life's Fundamental Bond
"With insight and warmth, Denworth weaves past and present, field biology and neuroscience, to show how our bodies and minds are designed for friendship across life stages, the processes by which healthy social bonds are developed and maintained, and how friendship is changing in the age of social media."
Eileen Brill
Moderated, private event
"Inspired by a woman's letter found hidden in the wall of a Pennsylvania home, more than half a century later, this story is a fictionalized account of who she was and what motivated her. Moving through several decades and events—from the 1918 influenza pandemic to Prohibition to the Great Depression to Vietnam, Brill examines the internal and external factors that influence one woman’s journey ."
Catherine Price
Co-produced with
"True Fun, defined as the magical confluence of playfulness, connection, and flow — will give you the fulfillment we all desperately seek. If you use True Fun as your compass, you will be happier and healthier —and less stressed."
Kim Chestney
Co-produced with
"Radical Intuition reveals an all-new understanding of intuition and how to use it to live an extraordinary life. This practical guide will teach you to go beyond thinking and discover higher awareness with the power of intuition — a revolutionary force at the threshold of a new era of consciousness. "
Jen Spyra
Co-produced with
"In this uproarious, addictive debut, Jen Spyra takes a culture that seems almost beyond parody and holds it up to a funhouse mirror, immersing the reader in a world of prehistoric influencers, woodland creatures plagued by millennial neuroses, and an all-out birthday bash determined to be the most lavish celebration of all time, by any means necessary."
Lizzie Skurnick
Co-produced with Happy Women Dinners
"Words matter. They wound, they inflate, they define, they demean. They have nuance and power. What subtle digs and sneaky implications are conveyed when women are described with words like these? Words are made into weapons, warnings, praise, and blame, bearing an outsized influence on women's lives."
Gun Regulation Workshop
Ceasefire PA + Amy Goldberg, MD
Private event to educate community on gun regulation and related issues, both within our state, city and nation. Speakers included Dr. Amy Goldberg, Surgeon-in-Chief, Temple University Health System — and previous Executive Director, Shira Goodman, of Ceasefire PA.
Hear Our Voice
Panel Discussion on how to get out the vote, and issues that matter
US Congresswomen Lois Frankel (FL) and Grace Meng (NY) joined to support Chrissy Houlahan (current Congresswoman from PA). We educated the audience on
• Why we need more women in politics
• What does it mean to be a citizen
• What does the future of reproductive rights and gun regulation look like
• Why fund democratic candidates (specifically at local and state levels)
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EMET is the Hebrew word for truth, but its deeper meaning is the realization of one's
ultimate potential. I see the promise of human potential all around me, which was the inspiration
behind the women's salons you'll find below. The only way for us to truly open our hearts
and minds is to start learning about each other in ways that encourage open dialog,
curiosity and understanding. We can only start where we are to play a part in creating
a more peaceful world, so I'm starting by bringing women together to learn and share wisdom.