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SUMMARY:Be Still Art Exhibit Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of artist David Mngodo’s exhibit\, Be Still\, at Holy Wisdom Monastery on Friday\, October 2\, 2026 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Mngodo is a self-taught artist whose abstract paintings in acrylics invite the observer to see things we encounter every day in a brand-new way. When painting animals and birds\, his use of color and negative space tell a story and evoke deep feelings for the subject. Light refreshments will be served at the reception and David will talk about his art at 6:30 pm. \nSchedule\n\n6:00 pm – Reception opens. Light refreshments are available and the artist is available for conversation\n6:30 pm – David Mngodo will talk about his art and participants are welcome to ask questions\n8:00 pm – Receptions ends.\n\nThe exhibit is on display in the Monastery Gathering Area from September 22\, 2026 – November 18\, 2026. Gallery hours are Tuesday – Friday\, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (excluding holidays) and Sunday 10:00 – 11:00 am. \nAbout the Artist – David Mngodo \nArtist David Mngodo was born in Tanzania and moved to the U.S. in 1999. Although he is largely self-taught\, David graduated from the School of Design and Technology through Collins College in Tempe\, Arizona\, and an art Instructional school in Minnesota. In addition to being an artist\, David is a senior pastor for East Wind Ministries based in DeForest\, and is earning his Masters degree in ministry in N2N University in Harlingen\, Texas. \nRegistration\nThis event is free to attend. We ask that interested participants please register by October 2nd so we may plan accordingly. \n \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/be-still-reception/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibits,Community of Communities
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SUMMARY:Shinrin-Yoku: Walks for the Weary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing walk on the prairie at Holy Wisdom Monastery.\nIt will be a slow-paced quiet walk guided by Valerie Vervoort\, a certified Shinrin-yoku guide. The intent of this 90-minute walk is renewal through using our senses of sight\, hearing\, touch and taste. Invitations planned by your guide are easy and subject to each person’s comfort level. Sharing and tea will be part of the experience. \nParticipants will need to dress appropriately for weather conditions and be able to walk a mile and a half on trails that are sometimes uneven and include gentle slopes. Walking sticks are encouraged. Walk starts and ends at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. \nProceeds from these walks go to support programs at Holy Wisdom Monastery. \n2026 Dates/Times\n\nOct. 3 – 10:00-11:30 am\n\nLeader – Valerie Vervoort\nValerie Vervoort grew up exploring the woods and Mississippi River on her family farm in Northern Minnesota. She earned a master’s degree in education and taught in daycares for many years where she was known for gardening and encouraging kids to explore the outdoors. After retirement she volunteered as the ‘Garden Grandma’ at Fox Prairie Elementary School’s gardens. In 2020\, she became an Oblate at Holy Wisdom Monastery\, volunteered for prairie workdays and as a trail monitor. In 2024 her interest in the land as a healer lead to getting certified as a Forest Therapy Guide in May of that year. She has since lead Forest Therapy walks for Oblates\, Sunday Assembly members and a visiting college choir. \n  \nCost\n$37/person (no lunch) \n$56/person (with lunch\, Sep. 25 registration deadline) \nRegister\nPlease register by Oct. 2\, 2026. This offering is limited to 15 people and registration will close when full. There is no refund if you need to cancel your registration.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/shinrin-yoku-walks-for-the-weary-oct-3-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Spirituality Programs,Wellness
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