The changing seasons bring changing rhythms at Holden Village. New students are settling in at the Holden School. Villagers picked apples at an orchard in the nearby Lake Chelan town of Stehekin that were pressed into tangy cider and will soon be baked into countless creations in the Holden Kitchen.
Earlier this week the Railroad Creek valley had its first dusting of snow amidst the autumn yellows of cottonwood, aspen, and larch trees. Though the snow melted later in the morning, it reminds us that soon the Village will be blanketed in snow – drastically transforming every aspect of Village life.
To prepare, we are grateful to have Work Week volunteers helping to deep clean and winterize unheated spaces, stack firewood, make repairs, and move thousands of pounds of food into storage.
We are also thankful for everyone who supported the Jubilee Auction, contributing over $94,292 to sustain Holden Village through changing seasons for years ahead.
We look ahead with eager anticipation and preparation to welcome people for Thanksgiving, Advent, Christmas, New Year’s, and hosting college students for January Term. We would love to welcome you for reflection, simplicity, quiet stillness, and joyful celebration during these upcoming seasons!
Faithfully,
Stacy Kitahata, Mark Bach, and Kathie Bach
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We are so thankful for the outpouring of generosity from the Holden community during the 2023 Jubilee Auction!
Here are some fun facts from the auction:
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285 auction participants placed at least one bid and/or made a donation
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96 items and experiences bid on
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30 items had something made or donated by a current Holden staff member!
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Auction participants hale from 39 states and provinces
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97 Holden ice cream scoops sold
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Over $1,955 was raised AFTER the auction was closed, because people who were outbid gave a donation instead
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BRRICE is the new name of the Ice/Water Dispenser!
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255 votes cast in the naming contest, raising $1,275.00 for the Village
ALL OF THE FUND-A-NEED INITIATIVES WERE FULLY FUNDED AND RECEIVED THEIR MATCHING GIFTS!
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Indigenous Artist-in-Residence Fund ($10k goal) : $14,925
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Portable Cardiac Monitor ($20k goal): $21,400
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Mattress Fund ($15k goal): $15,495
Thank you for being a part of this virtual event to connect from afar and support Holden Village. The Jubilee Auction will be back next fall!
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Please join hosts Southwestern WA Synod and Trinity Lutheran Church for the launch of "Bless This Night", the newest Vespers service created for Holden Village on Sunday, October 22nd at 6pm at Trinity Lutheran Church. See flyer for more info:
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Listen to the creative team reflect on their process and some of the decisions that they made in translating the Lord's Prayer into contemporary language and setting it to music.
To follow the work or order this service, see www.fireweedliturgies.com
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Tired of making your own turkey dinner?
Wishing someone would cook vegetarian options for Thanksgiving for you while your family eats Turkey? Heard about Holden's Thanksgiving PIE PALOOZA?
Enjoy a cozy Thanksgiving at Holden Village! A feast meal with all of the trimmings is the pinnacle of the celebration. Join in a special Sacred Space service of gratitude and contemplation. Other fun festivities include the Copper Bowl Football game and commercials, Tatonka Trot run, and bonfire. Depending on the amount of snow in the Village, you may be able to sled down Chalet Hill!
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We welcome you to a cozy, joyful, and quieter time in the Village. Enjoy the peace, simplicity, and intentional presence of the Holden winter community. Bring your spirit of adventure, pack your sense of humor, and prepare for snow in all its glorious variations!
Registration for a visit during the early winter season, including the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, is now open!
November 27, 2023: Registration opens for bookings between January 3 to June 8, 2024
January 2, 2024: Registration opens for bookings to between June 9 to August 31, 2024
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Spend a weekend at Holden Village experiencing the annual Women’s Retreat. Through sessions, group conversations, reflections, crafts, and outdoor adventures like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing (weather permitting), this year’s retreat explores the theme of Encountering Eden. This retreat provides opportunities to build new friendships, rejuvenate relationships, reconnect with yourself, and join other women in conversation and recreation.
Holden Village applies an expansive definition of women. Trans women, non-binary folks, and anyone who identifies as a woman in a way that is significant to them are welcome.
Registration for Women’s Retreat will open on November 27th.
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Come work and play in a winter wonderland. Gain experience, build your resume, and share expertise! Help us host Holden's guests as a maverick, kitchen or services assistant! Ready to stay longer than just a few weeks? There are also long term opportunities available.
Short Term Needs (2+ weeks)
- Mavericks
- Kitchen Assistants
- Services Assistants
Long-Term Positions (1+ year)
- Development and Communications Coordinator
- Fire Systems Technician
- Head Cook
- Diesel Mechanic
- IT Associate
Employee Positions (2+ Years)
- Program Lead
- Staffing Lead
- Operations Manager (Open Spring 2024)
With top-notch outdoor recreation on your doorstep, access to arts and educational classes, and the support of amazing fellow community members, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity awaits you!
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Holden Village seeks candidates to serve as teaching faculty and guest musicians!
The program will include visual and performing arts, the sciences, theology, diversity, inclusion and racial justice, global and domestic topics, and more. Guest Musicians assist in leading worship and enlivening the community life through music.
The priority deadline for applications is November 10, 2023.
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Reference herein to any specific commercial products or services does not necessarily constitute or imply its
endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by Holden Village.
PHOTOS: Kate Rose, Aj Williams, Berit Kirkegaard, Hannah Lauber, Julia Hubbard, Anny Joy Berntsen, Callie Mabry
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