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SUMMARY:Art Workshop at Dia Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Please join us once again at Dia Beacon to explore the works of a contemporary artist and create our own inspired artwork in response. \n \nThis event is open to people living with dementia and their care partners\, families and friends! All ages welcome.\n \nNo artistic talent or experience necessary.   All are welcome.\n \nThis event is free but registration is required as seats are limited.\n \nPlease let us know how many people are in your party.\n \nRefreshments\, coffee/tea will be served!\n \nHappy Winter ❄️ and we look forward to seeing you soon! \nDia Beacon\n3 Beekman St.\nBeacon\, NY\n \nCall or text Dr. Michelle Olson with any questions! \n(845) 464-3256\n 
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/art-workshop-at-dia-beacon/
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SUMMARY:Art Exploration at Dia Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Please join us once again at Dia Beacon to explore the works of a contemporary artist and create our own inspire artwork in response. \n \nThis event is open to people living with dementia and their care partners\, families and friends! All ages welcome.\n \nNo artistic talent or experience necessary.   All are welcome.\n \nThis event is free but registration is required as seats are limited.\n \nPlease let us know how many people are in your party.\n \nRefreshments\, coffee/tea will be served!\n \nHappy Fall and we look forward to seeing you soon! Dia Beacon\n3 Beekman St.\nBeacon\, NY\n \nCall or text Dr. Michelle Olson with any questions! \n(845) 464-3256\n 
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/art-exploration-at-dia-beacon/
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SUMMARY:Music\, Art and Picnic Lunch in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:This community event is FREE and we welcome a tax-deductible donation in any amount as you are able \nCLICK HERE TO DONATE
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/music-art-and-picnic-lunch-in-the-garden/
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SUMMARY:Art Exploration & Art Making at Dia Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Registration closed. Email molson@evergreenminds.org to get on cancellation list\n \nJoin us Sat. April 19 for another fun & engaging art event at Dia Beacon\nThis is event is FREE and is for people who are living with dementia and their care partners. ALL AGES are welcome and encouraged to join!\n \nWe are thrilled to explore the works of Gerard Richter this month and then create our own creative expressions in response!\n \nEvent is 10:30-noon and will conclude with coffee/tea and light refreshments!\n \nRegistration is free but registration is required.  No talent or art experience necessary!\n \nHave questions? Call Michelle (845) 464-3256\n \nWe look forward to welcoming you for this special event!
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/art-exploration-art-making-at-dia-beacon-3/
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SUMMARY:Art Exploration & Art Making at Dia Beacon
DESCRIPTION: \nJoin us Sat. Jan 25th for another fun & engaging art event at Dia Beacon!\n \nEvent has reached capacity no longer accepting registrations\n \nThis is event is FREE and is for people who are living with dementia and their care partners. ALL AGES are welcome and encouraged to join!\n \nWe are thrilled to explore the works of Andy Warhol this month and then create our own creative expressions in response!\n \nEvent is 10:30-noon and will conclude with coffee/tea and light refreshments!\n \nRegistration is free but registration is required.  No talent or art experience necessary!\n \nSign up here or email Michelle at molson@evergreenminds.org\nHave questions? Call Michelle (845) 464-3256\n \nWe look forward to welcoming you for this special event!
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/art-exploration-art-making-at-dia-beacon-2/
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SUMMARY:Art Exploration & Art Making at Dia Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Join us Sat. Sept 7th for another fun & engaging art event at Dia Beacon!\n \nThis is event is FREE and is for people who are living with dementia and their care partners. ALL AGES are welcome and encouraged to join!\n \nWe are thrilled to explore the works of Andy Warhol this month and then create our own creative expressions in response!\n \nEvent is 10:30-noon and will conclude with coffee/tea and light refreshments!\n \nRegistration is free but registration is required.  No talent or art experience necessary!\n \nSign up here or email Michelle at molson@evergreenminds.org\nHave questions? Call Michelle (845) 464-3256\n \nWe look forward to welcoming you for this special event!
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/art-exploration-art-making-at-dia-beacon/
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SUMMARY:Evergreen Minds at Dia Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Evergreen Minds is THRILLED to once again be partnering with Dia Beacon! \nThis Special Event is for People Living with Dementia AND something relaxing for their Care Partners! \nJoin us on 10:30-noon at Dia Beacon\n3 Beekman St.\nBeacon\, NY \nFor an engaging\, creative and restorative morning! \nCaregivers will be able to just BE and reconnect with the natural world & themselves while their care partner with dementia enjoys a professionally guided art exploration and art making program with the amazing Dia Educators and Our very own inspiring Education Director\, Jodie Berman! \nRegistration is FREE and refreshments will be provided. But you Must Register in Advance! Click link or email or call Michelle at \nmolson@evergreenminds.org – (845) 464- 3256
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/evergreen-minds-at-dia-beacon/
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SUMMARY:Comedy Night FUNdraiser
DESCRIPTION:Elks Lodge Poughkeepsie\nSaturday\, Oct 28th 8-10 \nCome Early! Doors Open at 6:30\nDrinks are available for Purchase! \nRaffles\n\n \nThis event is no longer accepting ONLINE ticket sales.  However\, there are seats available for the show. We cannot guarantee the $12 early dinner special will be available at this point. \n \nPlease pay by CASH OR CHECK at the door. $36 pp.\n \nThere WILL be a cash bar and Raffles to check out before the show!  The Doors open at 6:30 and the show is 8-10 pm (please arrive prior to the start of show).\n\n\n \nPlease share this event with your friends and come laugh for a good cause! 🫶
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/comedy/
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Plant Teachings & Pendant Making
DESCRIPTION:Welcome! We are so glad you can join us! \nThis Event will be held on the Ecological Preserve at Vassar College \nSat. September 16th 2-4 pm  \n(Please arrive early as we want to limit distractions) \nWe are honored to be guided by ethnoecologist Justin Wexler of Wild Hudson Valley\, who has studied Hudson Valley’s indigenous culture\, languages\, and history for over twenty years. Justin will share the traditional uses of some native plants. \nEvergreen Minds’ founder\, Michelle Olson will then guide you in an earthen clay pendant-making project incorporating these native flora! \nWe will celebrate our time together by sharing a cup of tea infused with native plants. \nThis program is free for people who are living with dementia and their care partners. Aligning with our mission to bring diverse people together through community to help eradicate stigmas\, we welcome all to join. \nWe invite you to please share this event with your networks so that we can help reach more people who may benefit from these meaningful programs. \nWe welcome your tax-deductible donation in any amount that feels right for you. We strive to make our community programs free and accessible and 100% of  your gift is used to make this happen. \nPlease Click Here to donate
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/indigenous-plant-teachings/
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SUMMARY:Music in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Fri\, August 18th 1-2:30 pm\nJoin us for Music in the Garden!\nThe wonderful\, Music therapist\, Christina Tadin will guide us in some joyful music in our lovely Garden at Vassar’s Ecological Preserve!  We will also be serving some of our freshly grown garden fare.\n \nThis event is geared toward people who are living with dementia and their care partners. As our mission is to bring people of All ages and cognitive abilities together–We welcome all to join!\n \nThe event is Free but Advanced Registration is Required.\nEmail Michelle at molson@evergreenminds.org or call (845) 464-3256\n \n**We gratefully ask for Donations to help keep these programs free and accessible for all!
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/music-in-the-garden/
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SUMMARY:Art Event at Dia Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Join Evergreen Minds for another inspiring morning at Dia Beacon!  \n \nAttendees will explore the earth-based artworks of NYC artist\, Michelle Stuart and then create our own art in response. \n \nThis event is FREE but seats are limited and registration in advance is required.  This event is geared for people who are living with dementia and their care partners. As our mission is to connect people together in community\, we welcome all. \n \nPlease consider making a tax-deductible donation in any amount that feels right to help keep these programs free and accessible in our community\, thank you!\n \nClick Here to Donate\n \n \n \n 
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/art-event-at-dia-beacon/
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SUMMARY:Art & Picnic in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:Tues\, July 11th 2 pm\nJoin us for Art & Picnic in the Garden!\nWe will be soaking up the beauty of our Garden at Vassar’s Ecological Preserve\, Creating some nature-based art\, and enjoying summertime refreshments!\n \nThis event is geared toward people who are living with dementia and their care partners. As our mission is to bring people of All ages and cognitive abilities together–We welcome all to join!\n \nThe event is Free but Advanced Registration is Required.\nEmail Michelle at molson@evergreenminds.org or call (845) 464-3256\n \n**We gratefully ask for Donations to help keep these programs free and accessible for all!
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/art-picnic-in-the-garden/
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing with the Alzheimer's Association!
DESCRIPTION:Evergreen Minds is Partnering with the Alzheimer’s Association for a special offering: Forest Bathing in May! \nFriday\, May 19th 10:15-noon  \non the Ecological & Nature Preserve at Vassar College. \nParticipants living with dementia and /or with their Care Partners are invited to join us for a relaxing & restorative Forest Bathing Experience.   \nShinrin-Yoku (forest bathing) translates into\, ‘taking in the atmosphere of the forest’ is a wellness practice led by Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Gerontologist\, Dr. Michelle Olson.  You will be invited to tune into your senses and reconnect with the natural world in a no-pressure\, relaxing and meaningful way. You cannot do this wrong! The forest is our partner and I wonder what gifts await you? \nAt the end of our forest walk\, we will enjoy some refreshments together!  \nPlease note: \nThis is NOT a hike but will involve a very slow walk covering about 1/4 mile. \n\nChairs will be provided. \nRollators can be used on the uneven terrain.\nYou will receive a confirmation email with more details about location and logistics of where to meet\, what to wear etc. \nEmail: Michelle with questions: molson@evergreenminds.org or call (845) 464-3256\n\nThis event is FREE!  Spaces are limited\, so please call or Email the Alzheimer’s Association to reserve your spot Today! \n1-800-272-3900 \nTara DeLuca tedeluc@alz.org \nEileen Hendriksen eihendriksen@alz.org \nWe are so happy you will be joining us and connecting with one another and the land in meaningful ways!
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/forest-bathing-alzheimers-assoc/
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SUMMARY:EARTH DAY Event at Dia Beacon!
DESCRIPTION:Evergreen Minds is honored to partner with Dia Beacon for a special EARTH DAY event in Beacon\, NY!\n \n\nThe Event Takes Place on:\nApril 22nd\, 10:30 to Noon\n\n\n \n\nThis event will be led by a Dia Artist Educator along with Evergreen Minds’ Executive Director and Art Therapist\, Dr. Michelle Olson. Participants living with dementia and their care partners will be invited to explore and discuss these works by an artist that utilizes recycled materials in an inspiring and colorful way. \n\n\nWe will also create our very own art inspired by these works and then enjoy Refreshments compliments of Dia Beacon!\n \nThis event is FREE but registration is required. (Online or by emailing Michelle–email below). \nSpaces are limited and we look forward to you joining us!\n \n*There will be some walking through gallery spaces for this event\, but chairs will be available. \n*Please let us know in advance if you/your partner will require an accomodation such as a wheelchair.\n \nLocated in a former Nabisco box-printing factory\, Dia Beacon presents Dia’s collection of art from the 1960s to the present as well as special exhibitions and public programs.\n \nFor questions or more information call Michelle at (845) 464-3256 or Email: molson@evergreenminds.org
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/earth-day-dia-beacon/
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Evergreen Minds is offering a gentle\, connection with nature called Shinrin-Yoku or “Forest Bathing”.\n\nForest Bathing 🌱 is a very slow\, gentle stroll in nature that is led by a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide to help people relax\, restore and reconnect with their natural state of BE-ing.\nThis is not a hike or an educational walk. This experience is for you to help get out of your busy\, anxious mind and into your body. You will be invited to grow your sense of wonder\, curiosity and your own relationship with the human and more-than-human beings around us!\nWe invite people who are living with dementia and their care partners to join us as a way to honor the land\, one another\, ourselves and this change of season.\n\nWhat gifts await you…in the forest? \nThe event will be located in Fishkill. Once registered\, attendees will be given exact location and instructions. \nWe welcome a donation to help ensure these programs are available and accessible to our community 🌱  \nClick here to Donate\n 
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/forest-bathing/
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SUMMARY:Growing in the Garden
DESCRIPTION:If you or your care partner are living with Dementia\, Please join us for Music & Nature-based Art in the Garden with Evergreen Minds’ volunteer and music therapist\, Christina Tadin & Founder and Art Therapist\, Michelle Olson! \n \nClick Here to Register in Advance 
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/growing-in-the-garden/
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SUMMARY:Evergreen Minds Presents an Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Our Age-Diverse & Dementia-Inclusive Community Garden! \n\n\nFriday\, April 22nd 11am – 4 pm \nProject Growing Together Community Garden is located on the grounds of the ecological preserve at Vassar College. \n11 am – 11:45 – Musical Meditation in the Garden – Eric Fraser \nEric Fraser is a licensed music therapist and a multi-instrumentalist\, educator\, composer\, and songwriter. Eric’s orientation to Indian classical music serves as inspiration for melody\, and a creative tool for improvisation on original styles that incorporate voice\, guitar\, keyboard\, electronics and looping. Join Eric in the garden with his Bansuri (a bamboo flute from India) for a relaxing and grounding musical meditation in and with nature! www.ericfraser.com \n12-12:45 – Wild Hudson Valley – Justin Wexler & Anna Plattner \nThose That Sustain Us: The Role of Plants in Hudson Valley Native Life: \nLocal indigenous communities once relied on the great diversity of plants that call the Hudson Valley home. Join ethnoecologist\, teacher and farmer\, Justin Wexler of Wild Hudson Valley to explore some of the important plants for food\, tools\, fiber\, medicine and dyes\, and their role in Lenape culture both centuries ago and today. www.wildhudsonvalley.com  \n12:50-1:45 –Creating Mushroom Sculptures for the Garden! —Serena Domingues: \nSerena is a multi-media creator exploring conceptual ideas about human nature and how we impact the natural world and ourselves. She will be hosting a sculpture workshop; teaching the importance of mushrooms and how to make one out of clay! Each participant will be able to keep a mushroom and give one to the garden. Her website is www.serenasnature.com to learn more about her work and classes. Suggested donation $10-$20 pp–Pay what you can for this activity! \n\n\n\n\n1:50 – 2:10 – The Practice and Science of Home Composting—Joyce deVries Tomaselli: Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County  \nJoyce deVries Tomaselli is Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess County’s (CCEDC) Community Horticulture Resource Educator and a Master Gardener.  \nJoin us as Joyce shares how to effectively compost organic materials and successfully use them in gardening. Learn how organic matter improves key aspects of soil and enables plants to take up the nutrients they need. Join us to learn all about it! http://ccedutchess.org/ \n 2:30-3:15 – Move with the FLOW of NATURE: Qigong in the Garden—Kele Baker \nRelax\, restore and revitalize in this comfortable qigong (“chee-gong”) session. Through a series of easy\, fun meditative movements\, learn how to embody the resilience of a tree\, the joy of the sun\, the groundedness of earth\, the courage of the mountain\, and graceful flow of water. These therapeutic movement and breathing practices are easy to do and adaptable to all abilities. You are welcome to stand or sit for the session. Teacher Kele Baker is a senior trainer for Holden Qigong\, Healer Within Qigong and Tai Chi Easy. Locally\, Kele teaches qigong courses for Vassar College LLI and Marist College CLS. She also teaches online group classes and one-to-one coaching sessions. www.kelebaker.com \n3:30-4 – Closing Celebration & Music in the Garden with Dementia Care Champion\, Dr. Al Power\, MD \nWe are honored to have the world-renowned G. Allen Power join us as we officially open our community garden! Dr. Power will be playing his guitar for a fun\, musical ribbon-cutting in the Garden! \nDr. Power is a board-certified internist\, geriatrician\, and clinical associate professor of medicine at the University of Rochester. He is also a Certified Eden Alternative® Educator\, a member of the Eden Alternative board of directors and an international educator on transformation models of care for older adults\, particularly those living with changing cognitive abilities. \n\n\n\n\nIn addition\, Dr. Power is also a trained musician and songwriter with three recordings\, including Life Worth Living: A Celebration of Elders and Those Who Care for Them.  His songs have been recorded by several artists and performed on three continents. Peter\, Paul and Mary performed his song of elder autonomy\, “If You Don’t Mind”\, and Walter Cronkite used his song\, “I’ll Love You Forever” in a 1995 Discovery Channel profile of American families. \nYou can learn more about Dr. Power’s contributions to dementia care and his books\, Dementia Beyond Drugs: Changing the Culture of Care and Dementia Beyond Disease: Enhancing Well-Being at http://www.alpower.net/alpower_bio.htm \nOther FUN Happenings Throughout the Day: \n\nThe fabulous Vassar Band\, Fowlmouth Adds to the Earth Day Festivities https://www.instagram.com/fowlmouth.band/\nOur Intern\, Lixuanyi (Joy) Pan will be preparing an authentic Chinese Dish!\nNature Mandala Making: Everyone is Welcome to add to Our community Mandala!\nPix with Chix! Join Bea the Mayor—The World’s Most Beloved Chicken (ok\, well…maybe just in the Hudson Valley)…and her person\, Evergreen Minds Board Member\, Karen Finnegan visit and you can have your photo taken with The Mayor!\nOur hard-working Vassar Interns and community Volunteers will be here to greet you and help throughout the Event!\n\nEvergreen Minds\, Inc is a 501 (C)(3) organization here in the Hudson Valley.
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/evergreen-minds-presents-an-earth-day-celebration/
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SUMMARY:Giving Thanks\, Forest/Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Reese Park Town Nature Preserve in Wappingers Falls \n\n\nSkip the stress and rush of holiday shopping and left-overs and decompress with a warm & welcoming forest/nature therapy experience. This reconnection with nature will help slow you down\, alleviate stress and provide an opportunity to deepen your relationship with the More-Than-Human world\, and learn how our interconnection with nature can promote health\, gratitude & joy! \nPlease note: This is NOT a hiking class or ecology class. There will not be any strenuous walking. However\, this particular walk takes place in a forest with uneven earth with one small incline.  This offering is about noticing and paying close attention\, tuning into our senses\, nurturing our relationship with the natural world and with ourselves. Feel free to bring a portable/folding chair or seat cushion that is comfortable to sit on. \nWe are ALL Nature and Everyone of All Abilities is Welcome! \nWhat to bring: \n*Water (there will be mulled cider / snacks offered at end) \n*Dress in warm layers! \n*Shoes with rugged/non-slip soles such as hiking shoes or boots. \n*Folding chair or a soft mat to sit on (optional) \n\n\n\n \n\nStep 1: Make a tax-deductible donation in any amount that feels right to you. Please Include Email.  \nTo donate click the button below or scan the QR code using your phone: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep 2: Once Donation is Made\, The location details will be emailed to you. Email Michelle for more info: molson@evergreenminds.org
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/giving-thanks-forest-nature-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211010T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211010T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T140536
CREATED:20211003T145333Z
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UID:2262-1633870800-1633876200@evergreenminds.org
SUMMARY:In-Person Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Vassar College farm & Ecological Preserve \n\n\nJoin us for a warm & welcoming face to face forest therapy experience to help slow you down in this hectic fast-paced world. This reconnection with nature helps alleviate stress and provides an opportunity to deepen your relationship with the More-Than-Human world\, be more attuned to your senses and learn how our interconnection with nature can promote health\, gratitude & joy!  \nPlease note: This is NOT a hiking class or ecology class. There will not be any strenuous walking. This course is about noticing and paying close attention\, tuning into our senses\, nurturing our relationship with the natural world and with ourselves. Feel free to bring a folding chair or something comfortable to sit on. \nWe are ALL Nature and Everyone of All Abilities is Welcome!  \nWhat to bring: \n*Water (there will be tea offered at end) \n*Dress for the weather. Layers are recommended—be comfortable!  \n*Folding chair or a soft mat to sit on \n\n\n\n\n*Leave your cell-phones off as this should be an immersion in and with nature and time to recharge YOU  \nStep 1: Make a tax-deductible donation in any amount that feels right to you. Please Include Email.  \nTo donate click the button below or scan the QR code using your phone: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep 2: Once Donation is Made\, The location details will be emailed to you. Email Michelle for more info: molson@evergreenminds.org  \n 
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/in-person-forest-therapy-walk/
LOCATION:Zoom\, https://zoom.us/j/93595833737
CATEGORIES:Forest Therapy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211005T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211005T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T140536
CREATED:20211003T144415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T155244Z
UID:2252-1633438800-1633444200@evergreenminds.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Forest Therapy ‘Walk’
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual forest therapy experience to help slow you down\, alleviate stress and an opportunity to deepen your relationship with the natural world\, be more attuned to your senses and learn how our interconnection in and with nature can promote health\, gratitude & joy!  \nPlease note: This is NOT a hiking class or ecology class. There will not be any strenuous walking. This course is about noticing and paying close attention\, tuning into our senses\, nurturing our relationship with the natural world and with ourselves.  \nWe are ALL Nature and Everyone of All Abilities is Welcome!  \n*You are welcome to join from a local park\, your deck\, your backyard or even indoors by a window or with some house plants! \nWhat to bring: \n*Have a thermos of tea or water\, something comfortable to sit on and anything that makes you feel cozy—sweater\, lap blanket\, etc. \n*Bring a piece of paper (or a journal)\, a sharpie or any art materials you like! (Not to worry…No art experience or talent needed! \n*Be sure you have Zoom access from your fully-charged device. It may be helpful to have a power bank handy. \nStep 1: Make a tax-deductible donation in any amount that feels right to you. Please Include Email.  \nTo donate click the button below or scan the QR code using your phone: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep 2: Once Donation is Made\, The Zoom link & details will be emailed to you. Email Michelle for more info: molson@evergreenminds.org  \n 
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/virtual-forest-therapy-walk/
LOCATION:Zoom\, https://zoom.us/j/93595833737
CATEGORIES:Forest Therapy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210626T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210626T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T140536
CREATED:20210610T143638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210610T144038Z
UID:2239-1624703400-1624707000@evergreenminds.org
SUMMARY:Soundscapes: Connecting to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in sounds of nature with this expressive Arts Workshop. \nIf you or someone you care for our living with dementia please register in advance by emailing Lauren Bell lbell@evergreenminds.org \n \n 
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/soundscapes-connecting-to-nature/
LOCATION:Bower Springs\, Bolton\, MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210619T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T140536
CREATED:20210610T144457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210610T144457Z
UID:2247-1624098600-1624104000@evergreenminds.org
SUMMARY:Natures Art on the Hudson
DESCRIPTION:Evergreen Minds\, Inc. is offering a Free creative & sensory experience for people living with dementia. We are partnering with the fabulous teens from Cornell Cooperative Extension Dutchess No Child Left Inside! **Please email Michelle to Register! molson@evergreenminds.org
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/natures-art-on-the-hudson/
LOCATION:Waryas Park\, Poughkeepsie\, NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210320T143000
DTSTAMP:20260418T140536
CREATED:20210221T224929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T174356Z
UID:2139-1616245200-1616250600@evergreenminds.org
SUMMARY:The Love of HAIKU & Nature-Inspired Art
DESCRIPTION:Haiku is an ancient form of poetry that is fun to create and is usually inspired by a specific moment in nature. \nIn this online event\, you will learn about how to write a soul-inspired Haiku and an accompanying piece of art to go with it. \nFor people who are living with dementia and their care partners…We will explore the beauty of seasons with a sense of wonder\, a little humor & create meaningful works/words of art TOGETHER! \n\nNo art or writing skills or experience needed. This is a No-pressure\, safe\, welcoming group with no right and no wrong way to create. We’re glad you’re here!\nBring ANY art materials you have/prefer\, a pen or sharpie and some scratch paper.\nYou will need Zoom\, a web camera and microphone so that we can all enjoy one another’s company and share this space together!\n\nTo Register: \n\nPlease consider a tax-deductible donation of any amount that feels right to you. Your support helps us to continue to provide these meaningful programs! Click here: Evergreen Minds PayPal or scan the QR code with your smart phone:\n\n \n2. Click REGISTER and the Zoom link to join will be sent right to your email! 
URL:https://evergreenminds.org/event/nature-haiku/
LOCATION:Zoom\, https://zoom.us/j/93595833737
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