Greetings!
Summer in the Village! Wildflowers, creek jumps, early morning hikes, deer sightings, and bustling programming. Holden’s most energetic season has firmly taken hold in this valley, and we’re overjoyed to welcome our first cohort of guest Villagers in just a few days.
Starting next week, this newsletter will transition into a virtual programming space to share Village happenings with the world. We’ll profile the amazing work of our staff and teaching faculty, and share our learnings so you can journey along with us.
Listen to podcasts, watch videos, and read reflections from our incredible team of Villagers. We will also offer take-home activities so you can participate in Holden from home. Share these offerings with your friends and communities by forwarding this message and encouraging them to sign up for this e-newsletter here!
We’re grateful to be learning and growing alongside such amazing people, and we're grateful that you can journey along with us.
Faithfully,
Stacy Kitahata, Mark Bach, and Kathie Caemmerer-Bach
Holden Village Executive Directors
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Still looking for a safe family getaway this summer?
Come to Holden! All eligible guests, staff, and faculty are fully vaccinated for COVID-19, and kids get a rapid test upon arrival.
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The Village has been weathering a historic heat wave, but we've been staying cool with these tasty treats from the kitchen! |
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- Make iced tea out of local herbs! We've been using the lemon balm and mint from our gardens for refreshing midday breaks.
- Blend orange juice, water, ice, coconut milk, orange zest, vanilla, and sugar to taste for a cooling Orange Slushy!
- Experiment with local fruits - like rhubarb! - for homemade popsicles.
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Our Porch Project is making great progress! The porch of Lodge 4 has transformed before our very eyes thanks to our dedicated crew of workers.
Listen to the podcast featuring John Lauber, Harrison Goodall, and Chris Gustafson discussing historic preservation.
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"We have a treasure. The buildings here are fragile and susceptible to damage and deterioration. It is our privilege to be able care for them and be able to pass them on to next generations." ~ John Lauber |
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Save the Date: Holden Auction! |
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Last year, our first Online Jubilee Auction was so successful – we are excited to host a second one this October 6-10! All proceeds will support Holden Village and its programs. Mark your calendar now, and prepare to bid on some amazing items and experiences you won’t find anywhere else including:
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Vacation homes/timeshares for a week or long weekend
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Art – pottery, watercolor, acrylic, woodcarving, weaving
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Handcrafted items that symbolize or reflect Holden Village
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Local business baskets
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Tickets to sporting events, performances, theaters, concerts
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Experiences:
- Hosted dinners
- Date night packages
- Family oriented outdoor adventures: snowshoeing, skiing, golf
- Wine, beer, cider, whiskey tastings and tours
- Coffee & Conversation with past teaching faculty or board member
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If you are interested in donating an item/experience, please contact: laura.development@holdenvillage.org or 509-903-8756. |
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Be a Fields Point Volunteer! |
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Have you always wanted to explore the Lake Chelan area, but never had time on your way to and from the Village? Would like to park your camper next to Lake Chelan’s clear, sparkling waters at Fields Point Landing?
If so, apply to become Field Point Hosts!
In exchange for free camping, you would assist the Head of Facilities & Operations at Fields Point. Your job responsibilities would include:
- Running concessions 4 days a week, 7:30am – 1:30pm, greeting visitors, selling parking passes and other sundry items
- Cleaning bathrooms, plaza & display area and collecting trash;
- Monitoring day-use activity on Saturdays & Sundays
- Locking the Fields Point gate at 9:00 PM.
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Besides free camping, you would have three days off each week to explore this stunning area! Adventures await!
The host campsite at Fields Point accommodates a 26 to 28 foot travel trailer and has water and power hook-ups, with WiFi available in the concessions office.
Minimum two week commitment, from July through Labor Day
Please contact staffing@holdenvillage.org if interested!
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All individuals pictured have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Reference herein to any specific commercial products or services does not necessarily constitute or imply its
endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by Holden Village.
PHOTOS: Hannah Lauber, Annika Berntsen, Callie Mabry, Jo
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