upcoming events

JON YOUNG WORKSHOP IN WHITEFISH

Ravenwood, a nonprofit dedicated to connecting people with nature, community and self,  is hosting a weekend workshop with renowned naturalist, tracker, master storyteller, and author, Jon Young, beginning Friday October 1, 2010, at Walking Bear Resort in Whitefish, MT. Jon is the founder of Seattle's Wilderness Awareness School (WAS) and co-author of Coyotes Guide to Connecting with Nature, a guide for kids of all ages and their mentors. Ravenwood is a WAS affiliate school and utilizes the unique 8 Shields mentoring design model created by Jon and his Wildereness Awareness School associates. 

In this workshop, Jon will take us around the world with stories of people sewing deep nature connections into the fabric of regenerative cultures that produce universal peacemaking principles, a graceful and practical sustainability, and examples of how we can work together in our communities to create positive, meaningful learning experiences for our children and each other.  Together we can lay a foundation for healthy development and mentor the next generations into a future where people are knowledgeable of their own gifts and talents, naturally engaged in learning and their community, and walk in reverence for the earth and its greater communities.

Details: 

Location: Walking Bear Resort -- Whitefish, MT
Friday, Oct. 1 5pm-9pm with check-in, potluck meal, and evening lecture
Saturday, Oct. 2; 9am -9pm
Sunday, Oct. 3; 9am-4pm
Lodging: On your own
Meals: On your own, evening potlucks on site
Fee: $150 -$250 sliding scale, $75 deposit to secure registration


To Register: 

E-mail Sherry  (sherry@ravenwoodolc.org) the following information:
Name:
Workshop Title: Jon Young: Nature and Community ~ Restoring Our Connections
Mailing Address:
Phone Numbers:

and mail your $75 non-refundable deposit to:

Ravenwood
POB 2346
Kalispell, MT
59903

After your deposit is received an e-mail confirmation will be sent to you along with an orientation packet and forms to be completed and returned to finalize your registration.

Art of Building Photo Show!

Featuring 30 artistic photographs of the three Habitat homes currently under construction in Missoula this year, the exhibit blends the art of photography, the craftsmanship of building, and the spirit of volunteers.  Mark Gorseth, photographer and organizer, says  “Photos offer an emotional connection with people.  The exhibit is a collection of images of real Missoula people who are community minded, willing to help families in need.” Sponsored by A&E Architects, The Dark Room, and Yellowstone Photo.

Join us at A&E Architects, 222 N. Higgins, between 5:30—8:00 p.m. for this Friday Art Walk Event!

First Friday at the Downtown Dance Collective

September 2010: Mara Panich’s “Spatial Recognition” and Tap Solo by Jennifer Meyer-Vaughan

This collection of acrylic paintings is a study of the interaction of bodies and the space with which they interact. The relationship between bodies and environment is symbiotic we push and pull and are, in turn, pushed and pulled. These paintings explore the boundaries of this relationship.

Spontaneous Construction @ Home ReSource!
When:  September 18, 2010 from 10:00-7:00
Where:  Home ReSource's new location on the corner of Russell & Wyoming Streets
What:  Spontaneous Construction is a festival of creative re-invention featuring a building/art contest & street party.  Contestants have 6 hours and free reign of the whole Home ReSource lot to construct inventions of their wildest dreams, with the promise of a lot of fun and the possibility of winning great prizes.  And, as Missoulians do best, it is all done against the backdrop of local food, beer, & music and fun, family friendly activities all day long. 

Also featuring the Grande Opening of BLACKCOFFEE ROASTING CO.
Come down between 10:00-12:00 to try free samples of their delicious blends!

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

How do you find out more?
Check out our website, homeresource.org/sponcon 2010 or call 541-8300 for more

Habitat Week is here again! Below are two highlighted events. For more information please contact the Habitat for Humanity office at 549-8210.

Curious to see what a Habitat home under construction looks like? Want to experience for yourself how effective our SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels) are? Have a yen to meet some of the wonderful volunteers who build these homes from the ground up? Join us at our construction site in Windsor Park on Thurs., Sept. 16th from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. for a self-guided tour of a Habitat home!

(Drive North on Reserve St. and turn West on Expressway. Go one mile and look for Majestic. Turn right on Majestic and drive north to Deveraux Place. Turn Right on Deveraux place and look for the Habitat for Humanity of Missoula Trailer at the end of the road.)

Historian Allan Mathews will transport you back to the early 1900's with his informative and entertaining narrative about Missoula's Northside Historic District. Widely regarded as a consummate storyteller, Mathews will highlight the history of several industrial buildings and private residences in the Northside and the housing challenges that people faced in Missoula. Meet at the Montana Antique Mall, 331 Railroad St. W, at 10:30 a.m., Sat., Sept. 18th, for this hour long tour.

Championship Training will be offering a Women's Self Defense Class this Saturday from 10am-noon.  We still have a few spots left, so hurry and sign up!  The class features an intro into the basic techniques and theories.  The class will take place at our new location in the old Courthouse Gym building at 3821 Stephens.  For more info and to register, visit www.championshiptrainingmt.com.