Name: Mother's Day Bellydance Tea Party
Start: 2026-05-10T14:00:00-07:00
Location: The Belrose

The Belrose

Celebrate Mother's Day with an enchanting afternoon featuring mesmerizing bellydance performances and a charming tea service. Enjoy a selection of tea, macarons, and pastries in a beautifully decorated setting. Scan the QR code to secure your tickets and RSVP for this unique festive experience.

Local Event: Mother's Day Bellydance Tea Party

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Albert Gregory

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Mother's Day Bellydance Tea Party

Celebrate Mother's Day with an enchanting afternoon featuring mesmerizing bellydance performances and a charming tea service....

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When: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, April 28, 29 and May 5,6, from 10am-1pm. 
Cost: Free of charge
Details: 
The Marin County Senior Peer Counseling Program will offer a two-week four-session training, Tuesdays and Wednesdays on April 28, 29 and May 5,6, from 10am-1pm. Led by Marin County Community Mental Health staff professionals, the training prepares volunteers, 55 and older, to provide supportive counseling to seniors, 60 and older, in Marin County. Volunteers will receive education on the issues of aging, training in basic counseling skills and information on community resources.Trained volunteers then make weekly visits to clients in their homes, supporting them in coping with aspects of aging while providing emotional support and practical resources. Volunteers also attend biweekly supervision groups, facilitated by mental health professionals with expertise in healthy aging.
If interested, please contact Michael Turrigiano, 415-473-4358, <a href="mailto:Micheal.Turrigiano@MarinCounty.gov">Micheal.Turrigiano@MarinCounty.gov</a>

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(There is NO obligation to sign up for lessons!)
Saturday, May 2&nbsp; &nbsp;1:00 pm
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RSVP at www.KarensPiano.com

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Drinks: – Bottomless Mimosas – Fresh Brewed Coffee – Iced Tea

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