January 2025

Dear Friends, 

Welcome to 2026!

Let us take a moment to reflect on the power of intention. A new year doesn’t require us to become someone new—it simply invites us to choose how we want to show up for ourselves and for one another.

At the Community Well, the year ahead is less about grand resolutions and more about meaningful presence. We are setting intentions to listen deeply, to remain curious, and to continue building a space where people feel seen, supported, and connected. In a world that often feels hurried and divided, I believe that small, consistent acts can create lasting impact.

This year, our intention is to strengthen community wellness in all its forms—physical, emotional, creative, and civic. That means expanding opportunities to gather, learn, move, and reflect together. It also means staying grounded in our values, adapting with intention, and honoring the diverse needs of those we serve.

As we move into the months ahead, I invite you to join us in the many offerings, including fitness, sing-a-longs, gatherings over food and art, and opportunities to connect with new friends and neighbors. 

With optimism for the year ahead,

Rachel Brenna

Executive Director

New Year, New Fitness Classes

Mark your calendars for some exciting new classes in 2026

We are always adding more classes so be sure to check the website for the most up to date schedule!

Also in January...

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Intro to Acting

Wednesdays, Jan 7-Feb 11

6:00pm

$140

Designed for adults of all experience levels—no stage ambitions required. Through creative exercises, improvisation, and monologues, participants build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and boost presence in front of a group.

What Feeds Us

Saturdays, Jan 10 - 31

3:00 - 4:30pm

$25 per session



Join us for a four week series exploring "What Feeds Us.” Each week, different facilitators will share how their souls are nourished through the writing, music, poetry, and rituals that they love.

Setting Boundaries

January 15

6:30pm

Free

During this workshop, we will discuss some ways to set, maintain, and communicate about them. We will have a chance to take a look at why it can be so hard to set boundaries.

Quilt Show

Saturday, January 24

Blessing of Quilts

Sunday, January 25 
Workshop

Saturdays,

January 31-February 28

10:00am-12:00pm

Come learn the basic skills of quilting in a five-week class. In the end you will have a lap quilt to keep you warm in the midst of winter.

Swifty Singalong

January 24

12:00 - 2:00pm

Community Well Fundraiser
$20 donation



Calling all fans of Taylor Swift. Get ready to sing your heart out at our Swifty Singalong Party!

Tickets now available!

Film Club for kids

The Community Well is gathering interest in a filmmaking workshop for middle school and high school aged students. This two-weekend workshop will cover writing, directing and producing a short film using their smart phone. Click on the image above to let us know of your interest.

Yes! you may sign up for a program or event using check or cash.

Simply drop off your payment to the church office/ TCW’s mailbox during business hours. For more information, please email: info@communitywellnj.org

Looking to share the gift of wellness and community? Why not share a Community Well Gift Card? Click the image above!