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June 2025
Ruscombe
Community
News
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"Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience."
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
| | Summer Solstice: Light, Balance and Intention | | |
As the wheel of the year turns, we arrive at a powerful threshold: the Summer Solstice, occurring on June 20th. This celestial event marks the longest day and shortest night of the year—a radiant celebration of sunlight, abundance, and life in full bloom.
The solstice is more than just a seasonal marker; it’s a spiritual invitation to align with the rhythms of nature, reflect on inner light, and set intentional paths forward. At this peak of brightness, we’re reminded that, as Victor Hugo wrote, “Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise.” ...
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Your Gift Creates
Ripples of Healing
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When you give to Ruscombe, you're not just making a donation—you're helping change lives. Take Judy, a long-time client whose journey began with a chronic cough. What she found at Ruscombe went far deeper than symptom relief. With the support of compassionate practitioners, she uncovered and began to heal lifelong emotional pain, helped her son manage anxiety, and discovered a deeper sense of well-being she never thought possible.
“The healing that happens is way more powerful, and deep and long-lasting,” Judy says. “Because it meets you where you are, and honors the process—not just the problem.”
Stories like Judy’s happen every day at Ruscombe, thanks to people like you. Your support ensures that this kind of holistic, respectful care remains accessible to others seeking hope, healing, and a place to begin again.
Make a difference. Donate today—and help someone else find their path to healing.
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Welcome Practitioner
Diana Harden
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Diana Harden is the owner/psychotherapist of Harden Mental Health Services. Her speciality areas include: trauma, couples, neurodivergence, and sex therapy (sexual health and wellness). She works with adult clients and is currently accepting new clients. Diana has 5 years experience in private practice and community mental health experience. Prior to that, she was a high school counselor in public education for over a decade. She is very excited to be utilizing the library space in Hill House and becoming part of the Ruscombe community! In her free time she enjoys travel, cooking, and kayaking - and overall being active.
Learn more about Diana here.
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Michelle Petties teaches Weight Wisdom – Discounted for Practitioners!
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Motivational speaker, TEDx presenter, and award-winning author Michelle Petties is coming to Ruscombe with a powerful new 4-week interactive series:
The Brand New Truth About Losing Weight and Keeping it Off for Good. Michelle, author of Leaving Large: The Stories of a Food Addict, has lost and gained over 700 pounds — until she uncovered the secret hiding in her own story. Now she’s sharing what really works.
Starting Thursday, July 31 @ 6 PM and continuing every Thursday for four weeks, Michelle will dive into the emotional side of eating — tackling stress, emotional overeating, yo-yo dieting, cravings, and more.
Evening includes light refreshments of healthy superfoods provided by J&J Café, currently in residence at the Ruscombe Co-op Café followed by tours of the Ruscombe Mansion.
Health practitioners are invited to attend for a discounted price! Attend just one or bundle price for all four. Register today!
| | Handpan Hangout and Sound Meditation | | Join Bess Hutt & Sarah Paz Hyde for the JULY Handpan Hangout at Ruscombe | | |
What's a Handpan Hangout?
It's an event for handpan enthusiasts, players, musicians and anyone curious about making music! Whether you’re a brand new handpan player, an intermediate musician, or simply curious, you’re invited to a splendid and relaxing afternoon full of handpans, music and sweet vibes. Bringing your own instrument is strongly encouraged, but if you don't have one don't worry! Many instruments will be available the day of the event including frame drums, shakers, djembes, acoustic instruments and of course a few extra handpans!
And Join Us for our Sound Meditation!
Immerse yourself in the relaxing sounds of metal and crystal singing bowls and more for an hour-long immersive sound meditation, createing an opportunity for participants to reach the theta brain wave state.
Sunday, July 13th
5:30-8:00 PM
Get more details and register below!
| | Thermography for Preventative Health | | |
With thermography, early intervention becomes possible, giving you and your doctor vital information to help prevent serious conditions like cancer, arthritis, stroke, and heart disease before they take hold. Whether you're interested in breast screening, investigating pain, or getting a full-body assessment, thermography offers a valuable baseline for future evaluations.
Longevity Thermography is offering screenings at Ruscombe
Wednesday July 30th, from 10am - 1pm
For more information and to schedule your appointment visit
longevitythermography.com
| | Join a Thriving Community of Healers at the Historic Ruscombe Mansion | |
Looking for your next healing space? Conveniently located near I-83 with free parking, Ruscombe offers private office rentals that include website listing, community networking events, mail and phone support, and discounts on public room rentals for workshops or classes. Tenants enjoy access to a meditative goldfish pond, labyrinth, medicinal gardens, weekly vegetarian lunches, and the deeply nurturing energy of a decades-long healing sanctuary with onsite property management. We also offer virtual mailbox services for added flexibility. Nestled on an acre of serene greenery our mansion offers a uniquely restorative environment where both clients and practitioners feel the healing begin the moment they arrive.
Come be part of our vibrant, mission-driven community! Schedule a tour online and mention the promo code “newsletter” for 15% off your first month’s rent!
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Know a Skilled Handy-person?
Send us your referrals for a chance to win a free lunch!
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We're looking for a trustworthy, skilled handy-person to take on upcoming projects here at Ruscombe and we are looking for your referrals! As a thank you for your referral, you’ll be entered to win a free lunch at the Ruscombe Café!
It's a simple way to help a friend while treating yourself to a delicious meal.
Don't miss out—recommend
someone great today!
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UPCOMING EVENTS @Ruscombe
Click the photos to learn more!
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Wednesdays
J&J Café Serving Lunch
Join our community feast!
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Most Wednesdays the Ruscombe Coop Café is open to serve you maximum-nutrition, seasonal cuisine from pescatarian to vegetarian to vegan to no-cook foods — a rainbow of delicious nutritious foods!
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June 13th
Strawberry Moon Circle
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Full Moon Circles Every Month
Suggested donation $10-20. Walk-ins welcome. June is the Strawberry Moon, ripe for the picking of our soul purpose, enlivening us with Gemini and Capricorn energy, as well as the Goddess Shekinah of divine love, compassion, and healing. We may also celebrate Niman Kachina of the Hopi with a craft!
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June 25th
Stillwaters Mindfulness-Based Meditation Class
Once a month usually 4th Wed; sometimes 3rd/5th
7:00-8:30 PM
Join Mira Tessman for mindful meditation where we practice the art and science of an ancient practice for living with the challenges of these modern times. Next dates: July 16, Aug. 27.
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June 22
Community Crystals and Reiki Circle
2:00–4:00 PM
Join us for an afternoon of relaxation and positive energy. Expect to drop into a deeply relaxing space with soft music, sound instruments, calming scents, gentle healing touch, and crystals — lots and lots of crystals.
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Peace & Wellness Fest
October 4, 2025, 11-5 FREE ADMISSION
Vendors, Sponsors and Volunteers Lining Up
Featuring over 50 vendors, live music, wellness talks, and sustainable living exhibits. Sample the healing services provided at Ruscombe while learning about self-care, healthy delicious food and fun demos.
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