Wellesley Mothers Forum upcoming events

Spring Social: The Tennis Ball (May 09, 2026)

Sat, 09 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

GAME, SET, CHEERS!

Bring your A-game but leave your rackets at home! The only thing we'll be serving are center court cocktails, canapes and conversation.

The Tennis Ball will be held on the Sunset Terrace at Wellesley Country Club, and members are encouraged to bring a spouse, partner, or friend! Come dressed in your tennis best and ready to rally (around the bar and buffet). We can't wait to celebrate the end of our WMF year with you!

Attire: Serve looks and aces at our tennis-themed cocktail party! Sporty chic and your favorite tennis-inspired outfits are encouraged! Classic spring dresses & attire are welcome, too!

Registration is $50 per person and will cover all food, drinks, and fun. There will be no refunds for this event.

Meg Swift & Amy McClelland, Forum Events Directors

Wonderful World of Wellesley Veteran's Parade (May 17, 2026)

Sun, 17 May 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Come join the Wellesley Mother's Forum float in the annual Wonderful World of Wellesley Parade! WMF will be driving a float in the parade, and welcome all WMF volunteers and children to ride with us, walk along with our float, pull wagons, push strollers, and join the fun!

You are free to join at the starting line and walk/ride the entire way, or join along the way as we pass through town. The route is a 2 mile walk up Washington and Central Street (not a loop).

Meet up details will be provided to registrants before the event!

Parade starts promptly at 1:00 so if you want to start from the beginning or ride in the float please arrive at 12:45.

Strollers/wagons/walkers all welcome! Wear red (or white) if you can!

Uncorking Success: An Evening of Women, Vision & Entrepreneurship (May 21, 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the power of women entrepreneurs and the businesses they build. This night will bring together a community of women and mothers to connect, learn, and be inspired.

Over drinks and dinner at Wellesley Country Club, hear firsthand from four dynamic founders who have built thriving, innovative companies while navigating the realities of family, leadership, and life. Through candid conversation, they’ll share the stories behind their success—what it took to start, the challenges they faced, and the lessons they learned along the way.

Whether you’re growing your own business, dreaming of launching something new, or simply looking for inspiration from women who are leading the way, this evening will offer valuable insights and meaningful connection.

Our guest panelists include visionary founders from industries ranging from wine and home furnishings to gourmet food and fine jewelry:

Marian Leitner-Waldman, Founder of Archer Roose Wines
Erin Banta, Co-Founder of Pepper Home
Andrea Cherkerzian, Founder & CEO of P.S. I Love You
Ceren Bayulgen, Founder of White Dahlia Collection

Come celebrate the stories, courage, and creativity of women building remarkable brands—and leave inspired to take the next step in your own journey

Dabney Baum and Maya Tal, Programs Co-Directors

Ambitious Mother: From Surviving to Thriving in Your Career AND at Home (June 05, 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Motherhood may change your ambition. As Dr. Anne Welsh shares, you may discover that you are more ambitious than ever before, or ambitious in new and different ways. In her new book Ambitious Mother (to be released in August), Welsh gives you permission to have the career and life you truly want.

Whether you're navigating the pressures of a demanding career, in the middle of a career pause, or wondering what comes next, this conversation is for you. Anne knows these experiences personally, as a mom of four kids who spent time working both fully inside and fully outside of the home. She brings clinical expertise and lived experience to the question of what ambition really looks like across the different seasons of motherhood.

Join us for a fireside chat as we explore:

Why being a working mom feels so hard — and what we can do to change this
How to find your own version of ambition that fits your values, whatever stage you're in
The Three Ps: perfectionism, people-pleasing, and pretending — and how to shed these weights without lowering your standards

Dr. Anne Welsh is a clinical psychologist, executive coach, and speaker who helps high-achieving women and working parents navigate leadership, ambition, and the realities of modern work and life. A certified executive coach (PCC) with advanced training in perinatal mental health (PMH-C), she partners with organizations including AstraZeneca, Gilead Sciences, major law firms, and others to deliver engaging talks and workshops on leadership development, burnout prevention, and managing competing demands. Dr. Welsh is also a recognized expert in supporting working parents, designing programs that improve retention and engagement through key transitions like parental leave and return to work.

Dabney Baum and Maya Tal, Programs Co-Directors

Mahjong Summer Kickoff: Crak, Bam, Win! (June 24, 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

SAVE THE DATE!

Let's kick off summer with a bang!

Join us on June 24th at 7:00 pm for an evening of mahjong! We'll begin with 30 minutes of social time, followed by 90 minutes of tournament-style play.

Our favorite mahjong guru, Danielle Senzer, will guide the evening with plenty of prizes up for grabs! We'll birdie bam cheers with drinks and light bites.

Please note that this event is for players who already know their way around the tiles—we can't wait to see you there!

Registration fee is $25.
Please note that WMF is unable to offer refunds for this event.

Jackie Brennan, Lucy Huntington-Bailey, Amy McClelland, Meg Swift & Kristen Thomas