Rolling Ridge Annual Meeting

Saturday, November 14, 2009
at the Retreat House

When I am among the trees,
especially the willows and the honey locust,
equally the beech, the oaks and the pines,
they give off such hints of gladness.
I would almost say that they save me,
and daily.
-- Mary Oliver
 
You are invited for a day of celebration, story-telling and reflection about events and happenings "among the trees" at Rolling Ridge during the year past. Come to listen and to share experiences of those in the partner group communities who spent time here; as we gather stories about moments small and significant, large and transformational, or quiet and grace-filled in the sacred spaces provided by the embrace of woodlands and the vessel of community. We hope you will join us for this annual time of renewal, celebration, gratitude and sharing among the larger circle of Rolling Ridge friends.

9:30 - Start the Day with Coffee and Muffins

Be welcomed with coffee, tea, breads, muffins and fruit.

10:00-11:30 - Meet with Rolling Ridge Members and Friends

Reflect on our year together,
listen to news and reports about the year,
elect new board members and officers,
gather up our stories.

We will close our time of story-telling
with Deborah Good reading from Long After I'm Gone,
the memoir she wrote with her Dad, Nelson.

12:00 - Share a Potluck Lunch

Bring your favorite seasonal dish --
enjoy an array of delectable dishes
brought and prepared to nurture body and soul.

(Questions about what to bring can be sent to
Carolyn Brock at ccbrock@matrixmeasurements.com)

1:00-4:00 - Continue To Celebrate and Reflect by Choosing To:

		Plant daffodils around the Retreat House with Jackie and Charlotte (please bring bulbs).
		Reflect, envision and work on the Memorial Garden with Janelle.
		Check in on the progress of Woodhaven, the fifth staff home with Scot and Linda.

4:00-5:00 - Listen to Songs by Jesse Paledofsky

We conclude our day with an hour of song
and more stories with Jesse Paledofsky
who stayed at the River House for three months
and wrote some original songs about Rolling Ridge.

5:00 - Enjoy a Dinner Together

A light meal of scrumptious leftovers
or snacks for the road.

The Retreat House is available for those who would like to come the day before
or stay for the day after the annual meeting. Please RSVP and let us know if you are planning to stay overnight at the Retreat House