WCA has something for everyone

By Susan Pittelman, Publicity Director

The Women’s Cultural Alliance, an organization that is unique to Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, is known for creating a vibrant “community of friendship” with 1,670 members last season alone! Most members are familiar with WCA’s popular signature events and programs, including the Welcome Back Luncheon, Speaker Series, Spring Style Show, Chanukah Dance, Passover Seder, Community Volunteer Expo, Artisan Showcase, Mah Jongg and Canasta Days, as well as its Volunteer Appreciation event.

But did you know that WCA also offers hundreds of other activities throughout the year, many of which some members may not even be aware of? In addition to craft and art classes, local art tours and bus trips, coffees, dining out and other social opportunities, the majority of WCA’s offerings come from its interest groups — more than 50 in total!

NextGen on a kayaking adventure

Second Act Singers love to sing!

Interest groups are an integral and significant part of WCA programming. While signature events and programs are advertised in the WCA Weekly Newsletter, interest group activities are not advertised; their activities are shared only with its members. Women must join the group by registering with the group’s liaison. Interest groups reflect the wide-ranging passions of our membership from books, film and theatre to pickleball, bowling and golf; from crafts, food and games to single girlfriends and couples — the list goes on! (You can find a complete list of interest groups on the WCA website.)

And don’t forget our groups for members who live north and south of Naples (WCA North and WCA South), the group for members ages 65 and younger (WCA NextGen), and our summer branches for those snowbirds who

It’s both fun and heartwarming to see WCA members enjoying such a wide variety of experiences as they build connections with one another. As you browse the photos below, ask yourself, “Did I know these activities were happening?” And more importantly, “Which ones do I want to be a part of?”

Because truly, WCA has something for everyone! (And if something is missing, we are always happy to help you start a new interest group!)

Final gathering of the Striking Ladies Bowling group for the 2024-25 Season

WCA North Trivia players

The Year Rounder Kickoff event: (front) Kickoff Chair Ronna Hain, Year Rounder Chair Harriett Kleinman and Dana Lefkowitz, (back) Marcia Filurin, Judy Goodrich and Natalie Lewis

Gail Kedrus proudly shows off the woven card she created in Ellie Wasserman’s Craft Interest Group, while Ann Versano (back) diligently works on her card.

Nancy Armocida, Jill Binder, Geraldine Feldman and Cindy Zive at the Foodies book exchange.