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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Groups - 2nd Wednesday
DTSTART:20260909T073000Z
DTEND:20260909T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T060022Z
UID:10005376-1788921000-1788967800@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Groups \nAll are welcome to join our two cent
 ering prayer groups which meet on alternating Wednesdays. Both incorporate
  a short reading and time for silent prayer or meditation. \n\n1st and 3rd
  Wednesdays\n\n7:00-8:00 pm\nRetreat & Guest House Room 10\nIncludes a sho
 rt walking meditation in between periods of seated meditation\nFor more in
 formation contact Barb Abbott\, 608-284-7424\n\n\n2nd and 4th Wednesdays 
 \n\n2:30-3:30 pm\nMonastery Oratory –\nTwo\, 20-minute periods of seated
  meditation with a 5-minute break\nFor more information contact Carole Kre
 tschman\, 608-577-3243\n\n\n\nWe feel the presence of the Holy One even m
 ore strongly than when we center by ourselves. … Our prayer has less o
 utward distractions for that hour than if we center at home. … Having t
 he group supports us in our prayer life.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T060022Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/centering-prayer-groups-2nd-wedn
 esday/2026-09-09/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Summer Plant ID Walks
DTSTART:20260917T150000Z
DTEND:20260917T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T221412Z
UID:10005430-1789639200-1789646400@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Want to practice your plant ID skills this summer? Friends
  of Wisdom Prairie volunteers Julie Melton and Sylvia Marek are offering a
  series of guided hikes focused on identifying native prairie flowers. Yo
 u can expect a leisurely walk with many stops. These tours will be offered
  monthly on the third Thursday of the month from 10:00 am-12:00 pm June th
 rough September. \nUpcoming walks – Thursdays\, monthly\, 10:00 am-12:00
  pm\n\nJune 18\nJuly 16\nAugust 20\nSeptember 17\n\nRegister\nEmail Emma a
 t ekloes@holywisdommonastery.org to save your spot for one (or many) of th
 ese walks. Registration via email is required as we are capping our walks
  at 20 participants.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221412Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/summer-plant-id-walks/2026-09-17
 /
X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Wisdom Monastery
X-SOURCE-URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/visit/special-events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:I Choose Peace: Sound Healing & Guided Meditation
DTSTART:20260919T150000Z
DTEND:20260919T164500Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T221412Z
UID:10005433-1789812000-1789818300@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:You are welcome to explore a transformative journey through st
 illness with I Choose Peace: Sound Healing & Guided Meditation. This uniqu
 ely enchanting heart-centered experience invites you to explore the depths
  of world peace and love through the calming resonance of sound bowl heali
 ng\, serene\, guided meditations and space for reflective journaling. It
 ’s more than just meditation\; it’s a pathway to self-love and a deepe
 r connection with your inner infinite peace and Mother Earth. \nWhether yo
 u’re a seasoned meditator or completely new to the practice\, this offer
 ing provides a safe and accessible pathway to exploring mindfulness and me
 ditation while experiencing sound bowls and frequencies in alignment with 
 love\, peace and global healing. We welcome all peace seekers ages 18 and 
 above who desire to be in community with like-minded souls dedicated to ma
 king the world a better place. \nDuring our time we will:\n\nPractice stil
 lness and self awareness through mindfulness play.\nReconnect with Mother 
 Earth and our ancestors through peace and love.\nAllow our bodies and mind
 s to rest and reorient to our own personal spaces of peace and love throug
 h experiencing crystal sound bowl healing and layers of healing frequencie
 s.\nIlluminate the infinite peace and love in each of us individually that
  connects us collectively though spiritually guided meditations.\nPractice
  self reflection and allow space to explore and journal what surfaces as y
 ou choose peace.\n\nPlease bring the following items to make the most of y
 our meditation:\n\nComfortable clothing: breathable\, flexible garments fo
 r various temperatures. Light layers are suggested.\nBlanket\, pillow\, yo
 ga mat: create a comfortable space to rest by having your own items to sup
 port your body needs.\nJournal: any journal or notebook (and writing utens
 il) will do to capture your reflections.\nWater bottle/personal beverage: 
 hydrate!\nPersonal care items: natural toiletries\, sunscreen and insect r
 epellent (if meditation will be outside)\nYou may choose your position of 
 comfort during the meditation. Chairs are available for use if needed. Ple
 ase bring any additional personal items you may require to comfortably sit
  or lay down for two hours.\nOpen mind and heart ready and willing to expl
 ore within how we can choose love and peace in our own lives.\n\nSchedule\
 n\n10:00-10:30 am – Welcome and call in to reconnect with self and ances
 tors\n10:30-11:30 pm – Sound bowl lifted guided meditation\n11:30-11:45 
 am – Self-reflection\, reenergize and peace out\n\nInstructor – Takeyl
 a Benton\n \nMystic on a mission\, Takeyla\, Mystic Key\, has spent her li
 fetime unlocking her own divine potential – and now she’s here to help
  you do the same. With a wealth of spiritually directed studies and person
 al experiences\, Mystic Key infuses her wisdom and passion for storytellin
 g\, holistic healing and spirit-centered self-mastery and divine love into
  her all areas of her sacred soul work. As a trusted guide\, she offers Go
 ddess and Ancestor guided spiritual consultations\, reiki energy and sound
  healing sessions\, empowering yoga and meditation coaching\, illuminating
  podcasts and workshops and wherever spirt guides her to grow. Mystic Key 
 empowers those who feel lost and locked into unproductive cycles to seek t
 he keys to get out by going within. \n  \nDates/Times\nYou are welcome to
  come to one session or more. Each session has its own registration form w
 hich will open about three months before the session. \nAutumn Equinox | S
 aturday\, Sep. 19\, 2026 | 10:00 – 11:45 am\nWinter Solstice | Saturday\
 , Dec. 19\, 2026 | 10:00 – 11:45 am \nCost\n$37/person/session \n$56/per
 son/session with optional lunch at Holy Wisdom Monastery \nRegister \nThe
  registration deadline for the Sep. 19\, 2026 program is Sep. 12\, 2026\, 
 or when the registration reaches 35 people. There is no refund for cancell
 ations\, but registrations are transferable. Registration for later sessio
 ns will open closer to the event date.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221412Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/i-choose-peace-26-sep/
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X-SOURCE-URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/visit/special-events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:iRest Yoga Nidra: Guided Meditation Through the Layers of Awarenes
 s
DTSTART:20260920T210000Z
DTEND:20260920T221500Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T221412Z
UID:10005434-1789920000-1789924500@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation that allows one to embrace t
 he fullness of life by moving through the various embodied layers of aware
 ness. It creates a sense of deep peace\, relaxation and nourishes resilien
 ce to deal with the stressors of everyday life. The practice has been foun
 d to regulate one’s nervous system to facilitate improved sleep and enha
 nce overall wellbeing. \nSchedule\n\nIntroduction & Intentions\nGuided Yog
 a Nidra Meditation\nSharing of Experiences & Silence\n\nThis experience is
  open for people age 16 years and older. \nLeader\n \nIris Mickey is a Cer
 tified iRest Yoga Nidra Teacher and a Certified Yoga Therapist. She has sp
 ent her whole adult life working in various fields in the Healing Arts. Ir
 is is grateful for the depth of knowledge that her many teachers have shar
 ed with her and brings those teachings to everyday life through yoga\, qig
 ong\, yoga nidra\, voice as a yoga practice and individual and group sound
  immersion experiences. \nCost\n$37/person \n$56/person (with optional lun
 ch) \nRegistration\nThe registration deadline for this event is Sep. 19\, 
 2026. There is no refund for cancellations.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221412Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/irest-yoga-nidra-guided-meditati
 on-through-the-layers-of-awareness/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Contemplative Cooking Class: Summer (Rescheduled)
DTSTART:20260927T200000Z
DTEND:20260927T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000024Z
UID:10005518-1790521200-1790532000@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:education,food
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a beginner friendly cooking class that teaches how
  to cook with seasonal ingredients\, while slowing down and being present 
 to what we are creating. We will have fun learning from Chef Felipe and wo
 rking together to create a delicious summer meal. \nThe cooking class is m
 ostly demonstrational\, with a few hands-on opportunities for those that p
 resent themselves as more interested in a hands-on opportunity. The contem
 plative cooking classes are mindful\, technique-focused cooking classes\, 
 celebrating peak-season ingredients. \nSkills this class will teach: \n\nP
 alate development (learn how to taste food and understand how to food tast
 e)\nSeasonal cooking skills (different cooking skills and why are they app
 ropriate for different seasons)\nEthics in working in a kitchen\nBeing min
 dful and present while doing a task\nContemplating the gift of all creatio
 n while cooking.\nLearning about ingredients and building intimacy with it
 .\n\nMenu: \n\nCrisp Waldorf salad tossed with fresh apples and candied pe
 cans\nRoasted chicken with a sweet and tangy maple-mustard glaze\nLate-har
 vest ratatouille\nBaked basmati butter rice\n\nCost & Registration \n$65/p
 erson. Please register by Sep. 16\, 2026. Limited to 16 people. \nThere ar
 e no refunds for cancellations\, however registrations are transferable t
 o another attendee by the person who purchased the program. \n\n\nProgram 
 Leader – Chef Felipe Saint-Martin\n \nFelipe Saint-Martin is the esteeme
 d Culinary Director and Chef de Cuisine at Holy Wisdom Monastery in Middle
 ton\, Wisconsin\, where he infuses Benedictine hospitality with innovative
 \, sustainable cuisine. Originally from Brazil\, Felipe’s culinary journ
 ey began in the vibrant kitchens of Rio de Janeiro before he immigrated to
  the United States\, embracing new challenges with resourcefulness and per
 severance. His career spans renowned establishments\, including Claude Tro
 isgros  Brasserie and Laguioli Lab in Brazil\, and in New York City\, whe
 re he refined his craft at acclaimed restaurants such as Gramercy Tavern a
 nd Eataly Market. In these fast-paced\, Michelin-starred kitchens\, Felipe
  mastered the art of blending bold flavors with refined techniques\, worki
 ng with top-tier chefs to create unforgettable dining experiences. Now at 
 Holy Wisdom Monastery\, Felipe crafts meals that celebrate the earth’s b
 ounty\, drawing from the monastery’s 130-acre restored prairie and garde
 ns to create dishes that nourish body and spirit. \n  \nWhat others are s
 aying about Chef Felipe’s cooking classes:\n“What a treasure to get in
  the kitchen up close with Chef Felipe! I was touched by the great skill a
 nd authentic heart that he brought to every element of the meal – someth
 ing that comes through every time I dine at Holy Wisdom\, and something th
 at I hope to practice at home\, too.” \n“Felipe is a talented and enga
 ging teacher and chef! Great combination of experience\, culinary knowledg
 e and energy!” \n“We had a great time cooking with Chef Felipe. The me
 al turned out delicious and was even better because it was made by a commu
 nity of kind people working to create something together!”
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000024Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/contemplative-cooking-class-summ
 er-rescheduled/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261125
DTSTAMP:20260829T221412Z
UID:10005450-1790640000-1795564799@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness can be a powerful tool to identify your physical\,
  mental and emotional habits and needs. Becoming more familiar with your o
 wn mind and its patterns can help you relate more directly to whatever is 
 happening in your life – including difficulty and pain – and discover 
 greater balance and ease. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) was cr
 eated in 1979 and has been widely taught and scientifically studied around
  the world\; research has shown positive improvements in physical and psyc
 hological symptoms. \nGood news: you don’t need to “clear your mind.
 ” You don’t need special equipment. This class will focus on practice\
 ; there will time for instruction\, reflection\, and dialogue – but at i
 ts heart mindfulness is experiential. A variety of practices will be intro
 duced\, including sitting\, walking\, and gently moving\, and participants
  will be invited to practice at home between classes (with guided instruct
 ions included.) Some of the themes include patience\, trust\, letting-be\,
  and stress reactivity and response. \nNo experience is necessary\, this c
 lass welcomes beginners (and skeptics)\, as well as anyone with experience
  with mindfulness or contemplative practice. Come as you are – even thou
 ghts\, emotions and problems can be avenues for discovering more wisdom an
 d compassion. \nSchedule – All times 6:00-8:30 pm\, all locations RGH 11
 3 unless otherwise noted\nThe orientation session will be online\, and all
  other sessions and Day of Mindfulness take place in-person at Holy Wisdom
  Monastery. \n\nTuesday\, Sep. 29th – Virtual Orientation Session (over 
 Zoom) – 6:00-7:30 pm\nTuesday\, Oct. 6th – Session 1\nTuesday\, Oct. 1
 3th – Session 2\nTuesday\, Oct. 20th – Session 3\nTuesday\, Oct. 27th 
 – Session 4\nTuesday\, Nov. 3rd – Session 5\nTuesday\, Nov. 10th – S
 ession 6\nSaturday\, Nov. 14th – Day of Mindfulness – 9:00 am-3:00 pm 
 (lunch included)\nTuesday\, Nov. 17th – Session 7\nTuesday\, Nov. 24th 
 – Session 8\n\nOptional meals: Dinner at the monastery is available at 5
 :15 pm each Tuesday for an additional $23. We offer buffet-style meals pr
 epared by our chef from fresh\, healthy\, locally grown ingredients. With 
 48 hours notice\, please contact retreats@holywisdommonastery.org to rese
 rve a meal. \nInstructor – Dan Tyler\n \n\nDan Tyler is a qualified teac
 her of MBSR through UCSD’s Center for Integrative Health\, and is a 200-
 hour Registered Yoga Teacher. For nearly two decades\, he has practiced an
 d studied yoga and meditation\, including periods of silent retreat. \n  
 \n\n\n  \n  \n  \nCost\n$410/person – includes all sessions and lunch
  on Sat.\, Nov. 14 \nRegister\nThe registration deadline for this series i
 s October 4\, 2026. Class size is limited to 16 and a waitlist will open w
 hen the limit is reached. \nCancellation policy – if you register but mu
 st cancel your registration\, you can receive a 75% refund up until Septem
 ber 28th. After that\, a 50% refund is available until the retreat starts.
  \n \n  \n  \n  \nWhat others have said about Mindfulness-Based Stress 
 Reduction with Dan Tyler:\n“I would recommend this course to everyone. W
 ho doesn’t deal with stress on a daily basis and who wouldn’t benefit 
 from learning strategies to help make life more peaceful. Each person has 
 a personal story and life experiences that are challenging to deal with th
 roughout their life. Knowing and practicing the strategies associated with
  mindfulness training can help manage everything from the smallest stresso
 rs to the great ones that shake one’s foundation.”
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221412Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/mbsr-26/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Be Still Art Exhibit Reception
DTSTART:20261002T230000Z
DTEND:20261003T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000024Z
UID:10005452-1790964000-1790971200@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of artist David Mngodo’s e
 xhibit\, 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 painting
 s 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 n
 egative 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 refreshm
 ents are available and the artist is available for conversation\n6:30 pm 
 – David Mngodo will talk about his art and participants are welcome to a
 sk questions\n8:00 pm – Receptions ends.\n\nThe exhibit is on display in
  the Monastery Gathering Area from September 22 – November 18\, 2026. Ga
 llery hours are Tuesday – Friday\, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (excluding holida
 ys) and Sunday 10:00 – 11:00 am. \nAbout the Artist – David Mngodo \n
 Artist David Mngodo was born in Tanzania and moved to the U.S. in 1999. Al
 though he is largely self-taught\, David graduated from the School of Desi
 gn 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\, Wisconsin\
 , and is earning his master’s degree in ministry through 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 pla
 n accordingly.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000024Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/be-still-reception/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Wisdom Monastery
X-SOURCE-URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/visit/special-events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Shinrin-Yoku: Walks for the Weary
DTSTART:20261003T150000Z
DTEND:20261003T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T221412Z
UID:10005451-1791021600-1791027000@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing walk on the prairie at Holy Wisdom Mona
 stery.\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. Invitation
 s planned by your guide are easy and subject to each person’s comfort le
 vel. Sharing and tea will be part of the experience. \nParticipants will n
 eed to dress appropriately for weather conditions and be able to walk a mi
 le and a half on trails that are sometimes uneven and include gentle slope
 s. 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 explori
 ng the woods and Mississippi River on her family farm in Northern Minnesot
 a. 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 explo
 re 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 gett
 ing 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 vis
 iting 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 cl
 ose when full. There is no refund if you need to cancel your registration.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221412Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/shinrin-yoku-walks-for-the-weary
 -oct-3-26/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Wisdom Monastery
X-SOURCE-URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/visit/special-events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall Fallowing: A Seasonal Retreat
DTSTART:20261016T180000Z
DTEND:20261017T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T221412Z
UID:10005439-1792155600-1792252800@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:arts,food,outdoors,wellness
DESCRIPTION:A changing landscape palette…the final harvests from the gar
 den…the departure of migratory creatures…these seasonal milestones are
  reminders to notice and integrate past growth\, honoring it for its role 
 in nurturing future growth. This fall retreat invites you to pause and mar
 k transitions – on the prairie and in your own life and heart. It will 
 hold space for attention to both. \nConversations about the season\, walks
  on the prairie\, naps\, art\, movement\, journaling\, great meals and wel
 coming accommodations will all be a part of what you can expect when you a
 rrive. A renewed connection to nature and to yourself\, along with joy in 
 the plentitude and abundance of the season are what you can expect to take
  with you when you leave. \nSeasonal Retreats\nEach season this year\, we 
 will offer a different seasonal retreat. They will open spaces where each 
 different season can offer its unique wisdom to us in the changing seasons
  of our lives. Each retreat is a two-day\, one-night experience at Holy Wi
 sdom with cozy accommodations\, delicious meals\, spacious time periods fo
 r solitude\, reading and rest and contemplative conversations with other r
 etreatants. There will also be a variety of opportunities to explore the p
 rairies and the season and discover their gifts for you.  \nFall Fallowin
 g Date/Times\nFri.\, Oct. 16\, 1:00 pm – Sat.\, Oct. 17\, 4:00 pm\, 2026
  \nCost\n$295/person ($260/person early bird registration until September 
 9th\, 2026) \nThe cost of the retreat includes program\, meals (Friday din
 ner\, Saturday breakfast and lunch) and overnight room. \nRegister\nThe re
 gistration deadline for this retreat is October 9th\, 2026\, or when the r
 etreat fills. \nCancellation policy – if you register but must cancel yo
 ur registration\, you can receive a 75% refund up until October 10th. Afte
 r that\, a 50% refund is available until the retreat starts. \nAfter you r
 egister\, if you would like to request a double room with another retreata
 nt or if you have other questions about accommodations\, please contact us
  at retreats@holywisdommonastery.org.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221412Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/fall-fallowing-26/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Wisdom Monastery
X-SOURCE-URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/visit/special-events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Holy Wisdom Monastery Annual Meeting
DTSTART:20261018T153000Z
DTEND:20261018T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T221412Z
UID:10005516-1792319400-1792324800@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, October 18\, 2026 at 10:30 am for the Holy
  Wisdom Monastery community-wide Annual Meeting. We invite you to attend v
 irtually via Zoom\, or in-person in the monastery dining room. Coffee and 
 pastries will be available for in-person participants. \nWhether you are a
  member of one of our communities or a curious supporter\, we welcome all 
 to join us. You will hear from sisters and coworkers about Holy Wisdom’s
  mission\, financial position\, future priorities and other projects arou
 nd the monastery. \nSchedule \n\n9:00 am – Sunday Assembly (all are welc
 ome)\n10:30 am – Annual Meeting begins\n\nCost & Registration\nThis even
 t is free to attend. You may attend in-person or via Zoom.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T221412Z
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/hwm-annual-meeting-26/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Holy Wisdom Monastery
X-SOURCE-URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/visit/special-events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Wisdom Prairie Fall Tour
DTSTART:20261022T180000Z
DTEND:20261022T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000024Z
UID:10005521-1792674000-1792681200@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:education,outdoors,wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join us Oct. 22 for the annual Wisdom Prairie Fall Tour – on
 e of four free\, guided seasonal prairie tours at Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 
 one of the most peaceful places near Madison\, WI. \nWhether you’re an e
 xperienced nature enthusiast looking to discover a new trail with a beauti
 ful view of Lake Mendota and the Wisconsin State Capitol\, seeking to deep
 en your relationship with this land or wanting to add more grounding\, out
 door activities to your mental wellness routine\, there will be something 
 for you on this unique tour! \nEnvironmental education on each guided natu
 re walk will be tailored to the trails you visit and what you encounter al
 ong the way. \nFrequent tour topics include: \n\nNative prairie plants and
  pollinators\nButterflies\, birds and wildlife habitats\nOak savanna and w
 etland ecology\nWisconsin seasonal changes\nEnvironmental stewardship and 
 local history\nMindfulness and connection with the natural world\n\nWe hop
 e you will join us for this restorative outdoor experience and that our lo
 cal bird watchers and hikers in attendance will find their new favorite sp
 ot at Holy Wisdom Monastery! Slow down\, reconnect with nature and discove
 r one of Middleton’s most beautiful outdoor spaces by signing up today. 
 \nCost\nThere is no cost to participants for this tour. Donations to Care 
 for the Earth are always welcome. \nRegister\nPlease register so we have e
 nough tour guides and can contact you in case we need to cancel due to wea
 ther. \nIf you registered for this event but can no longer attend\, please
  fill out this form to let us know of your cancellation. \n \n  \n  \n 
  \nFAQ: \nAre the Holy Wisdom Monastery trails open to the public?  \nYes
 \; Holy Wisdom Monastery’s trails are open to the public! In addition\, 
 we have many other opportunities to engage with our land including environ
 mental events\, volunteering\, nature brochures\, trail maps\, and more. \
 nWhat do I need to know about accessibility for this event? \nThe tour wil
 l cover 1-1.5 miles on walking trails at a leisurely pace. Various tour le
 ngths will be offered. Elevation and trail conditions may vary depending o
 n recent weather. Must be able to walk one mile on mowed hiking trails. Pl
 ease dress for the weather and consider bringing a walking stick if helpfu
 l. \nDirections \nMeet at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot 
 (take the right fork in the driveway). Tours will take place in small grou
 ps. We will proceed with the tour in the event of light to moderate rain o
 r snow but will cancel for thunderstorms or other severe weather. \nThank 
 you! \nThis tour is hosted for free by knowledgeable tour guides from the 
 Holy Wisdom Monastery staff and our Friends of Wisdom Prairie volunteers.
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LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wisdom-prairie-fall-tour-26/
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SUMMARY:Ink & Insight Mindful Writing Circle
DTSTART:20261101T161500Z
DTEND:20261101T181500Z
DTSTAMP:20260829T221412Z
UID:10005517-1793528100-1793535300@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a quarterly gathering that blends creative writing
  and mindfulness in a supportive\, inclusive space. Whether you identify a
 s a writer or simply enjoy exploring your inner voice\, this group offers 
 you a gentle rhythm of reflective writing (with optional prompts)\, sharin
 g in community\, and contemplative practices like guided meditation and mi
 ndful walking outdoors\, weather permitting. \nCome as you are. No experie
 nce needed — just a willingness to pause\, listen\, and write. You’ll 
 leave with new words\, insights\, and connections. \nSchedule \n\n10:15 am
  – Welcome\, housekeeping\, and settling in\n10:30 am – Guided meditat
 ion\n10:45 am – Writing session #1 with optional small-group sharing\n11
 :00 am – Contemplative walking and writing session #2\n11:30 am – Writ
 ing session #3\n11:45 am – Sharing in big group (optional)\n12:15 pm –
  Close\n\nLeader – Rebecca Jamieson \n \n  \nRebecca Jamieson is the au
 thor of The Body of All Things (Finishing Line Press\, 2017). She is the r
 ecipient of a 2025 Wisconsin Writers Award\, the 2024 Tupelo Press Prose P
 rize\, and is a Pushcart Prize nominee. Her writing has appeared in numero
 us publications\, including Rattle\, The Offing\, Mid-American Review\, an
 d Entropy\, and she’s currently at work on a collection of personal essa
 ys. Rebecca lives on Ho-Chunk land in Madison\, Wisconsin. When she’s no
 t writing\, you can find her hiking\, baking\, or cuddling her two cats. \
 n  \n  \n  \nCost \n$50/person \nRegistration \nLimited to 25 people. P
 lease register by Oct. 29\, 2026.
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 62\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Spirit of Place: An Education of the Heart & Friends of Wisdom
  Prairie Annual Meeting
DTSTART:20261112T230000Z
DTEND:20261113T023000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000006Z
UID:10005520-1794502800-1794515400@holywisdommonastery.org
CATEGORIES:community,education
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an evening celebrating the impact and contr
 ibutions of the Friends of Wisdom Prairie (FWP). We will gather for dinner
 \, look back at some of our favorite moments caring for the prairie in 202
 6\, and learn from John Bates\, whose keynote presentation is titled “Th
 e Spirit of Place: An Education of the Heart.” John teaches that our goa
 l in life should be to fall in love with the entire world and to treat it 
 as holy. We hope you can join us for a night of learning and celebration. 
 \nSchedule\n\n5:00 pm – Drinks and mingling\n6:00 pm – Dinner\n6:45 pm
  – FWP Annual Meeting\n7:00 pm – Presentation\n8:00 pm – Q&A and wra
 p-up\n\nSpeaker – John Bates\n \nJohn Bates is the author of 11 books an
 d a contributor to eight others\, all of which focus on the natural histor
 y of the Upper Midwest’s Northwoods. He’s worked as a naturalist in Wi
 sconsin’s Northwoods for 36 years\, leading an array of trips and giving
  talks all designed to help people further understand the remarkable diver
 sity and beauty of nature\, and our place within it. He has served on the 
 Board of Trustees for the Wisconsin Nature Conservancy\, River Alliance of
  Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Humanities Council\, and he currently serves 
 on the Board of the Northwoods Land Trust and the Wisconsin Conservation H
 all of Fame. John’s work comes down to this: Trying to help people fall 
 more deeply in love with the natural world. \nJohn and his wife\, fiber ar
 tist Mary Burns\, live on the Manitowish River in Iron County\, WI\, where
  they raised two daughters. \n\n\n\nCost\n$42/person \nRegistration\nPleas
 e register by November 4\, 2026. \nThere is no refund for cancellations\, 
 but registrations are transferable.
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LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 535
 62\, United States
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/fwp-annual-meeting-26/
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