M is for Menopause 2024
"M" is for Menopause 2024
EMPOWERMENT. TRANSFORMATION. RESILIENCE. STRENGTH.
JOIN US FOR OUR WOMEN'S WELLNESS DAY ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2024 at Rocky Mount Mills! Purchase Your Ticket Here
“M” is for Menopause is a group exhibition and wellness experience dedicated to exploring the profound journey of menopause through a rich and diverse collection of artwork by North Carolina artists. Using the universal language of art, the exhibition seeks to educate, inspire, and celebrate the menopausal journey, highlighting it as a time of transformation and strength.
Schedule for the Saturday, October 12, 2024,"M" is for Menopause Women's Wellness Day:
11:00 AM - NOON Check-in. Welcome! Time to check-in and grab a swag bag. Explore the art exhibition, visit the vendors, and grab a quick lunch at a Rocky Mount Mills cafe or restaurant!
NOON- 12:15 PM Welcome & Introductions. Overview of the day’s activities.
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM Real Talk About Menopause! (Part 1) Experienced medical professionals cut through the myths and confusion to offer practical advice and facts to help you understand and navigate this important stage of life. Think of it as a Menopause 101. Session includes a Q&A to allow time for you to ask your burning questions and get honest, expert answers. Presenters: Dr. Crystal Hammons, DO & Guests
1:15 -1:30 PM BREAK Take a break and grab a snack.
1:30 - 2:30 PM Real Talk About Menopause! (Part 2) We're back! Our no-nonsense overview of menopause continues. Learn more tips from the experts to help you navigate menopause with confidence. Session ends with a Q&A, giving you a chance to ask your burning questions and get honest, expert answers. Presenters: Dr. Joanna M. Dauber, DO, MSCP & Guests
2:30 - 2:45 PM BREAK Take a break and grab a snack.
2:45 - 3:15 PM Express Exercise Session Join the team from BoxHause Rocky Mount Boxing & Fitness for a lively and energizing workout that's all about fun! This session combines upbeat music, easy-to-follow moves, and a playful atmosphere to get you moving and smiling. Whether you're a fitness newbie or a seasoned pro, come ready to laugh and enjoy a great time!
2:45 - 3:15 PM Say What?: Vocalizing through Menopause If exercising is not your thing, don't worry! We've got you covered! Join us for an enlightening session that explores the fascinating changes that can occur to the voice during the menopause. This session is designed to provide valuable information and practical techniques to help those on the menopausal journey navigate vocal changes and preserve and enhance vocal strength. Presenter: Barbara A. Outterson. Click here to View Session Handout
3:15 - 3:30 PM BREAK Take a break and grab a snack.
3:30 - 4:00 PM Inspiration. Tap into your creativity in this guided writing workshop!
4:00 - 4:15 PM Mini Masterpieces. Express yourself through intuitive mark making!
4:15 - 5:00 PM Menopause Conversation Circle & Sound Bath. Join us to reflect on the day and your experience with the menopausal journey. We'll end with a sound bath. A sound bath attempts to immerse a person in sound, so they feel enveloped in the calming, relaxing sound. Sound baths usually happen in a group setting, but a person can also do a sound bath alone at home.
By 2025, it’s estimated that 1.1 billion women will be experiencing menopause, or “The Change” as it is frequently called. Menopause is not a disease. Menopause is not a mental health condition. It is a natural part of the aging process when a person has gone 12 months without a menstrual period. In the United States, the average age for menopause is 51. However, it can occur earlier in life. But what is menopause? What causes hot flashes? What does it mean to be perimenopausal or postmenopausal? Too often, these normal life stages are spoken about negatively in hushed tones as if they’re something to be ashamed of or feared. Those with symptoms may be told it’s all in their mind and struggling can become normalized. The “M” is for Menopause exhibition and associated programming will allow us to advance conversations about menopause and help reframe the narrative on the subject.
As a part of this exhibition, we are proud to be supporting The Lighthouse Home. The Lighthouse Home is a 501(c)3 residential facility for women who are in transition and need a place to call home as they work towards the next chapter of their lives. The organization provides a structured and supportive environment for all women who need a fresh start and a new lease on life. Many residents have found their way to The Lighthouse Home while struggling to fight back against violence in their previous homes, substance abuse and life events that left them without shelter. These women come from all walks of life: young and old, college graduates and high school dropouts. The impactful work being done by The Lighthouse Home is marked by profound change, resilience, and the pursuit of a new chapter in life. The menopausal journey has many of these same characteristics. The art showcased here reflects the strength, courage, and transformation that are common threads in both of these experiences.
Join us on October 12, 2024, for our Women's Wellness Day! Whether you're experiencing menopause, supporting someone who is, or simply curious to learn
more, this event is for you! Let’s celebrate and embrace this natural phase of life together! View the Women's Wellness Day Schedule of Events
Featured Artists:
Ashaki Ali
Anthony Barnes
Natasha Dennis
Annelies Gentile
Gwen Hardie
Brenda Harris
Marcia Neal
Barbara Outterson
Corliss R. Owen
Kiki Piper
Rebecca Samuell
Luanda Sharper
Maria Tavarez
Carol Torian
Christopher Woodard