BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Women for Healthy Rural Living - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Women for Healthy Rural Living X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://whrl.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Women for Healthy Rural Living REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T190000 DTSTAMP:20260614T132430 CREATED:20260610T193102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T003554Z UID:10000158-1782842400-1782846000@whrl.org SUMMARY:Menopause Support Group DESCRIPTION:You are not alone! If you are feeling frustrated or uncertain about the changes your body is undergoing\, join the circle to feel supported and understood. Facilitated by Nicole French\, a Registered Nurse and Menopause Coaching Specialist\, this group gathers monthly to share in the experience of menopause. Join this Menoposse to hear from others\, share your own story (optional)\, learn techniques for self-management\, gather resources to become your own best advocate in navigating healthcare\, and connect with others to build your support system outside the group. Open to all community members who will experience menopause at some point in their lives; we welcome folks from their 20s and up. Whether you want to listen\, speak\, or simply connect\, you are welcome to the circle. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Menopause Support Group\n \n Menopause Support Group\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Would you like to join WHRL's email list?We publish a monthly e-newsletter so you can receive updates regarding our programming\, events\, and more.\n \n \n Absolutely\, sign me up!\n \n \n \n I'm already on the list!\n \n \n \n No thanks.\n How did you hear about this event?\n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Word of mouth\n \n \n \n Newspaper\n \n \n \n Facebook\n \n \n \n Instagram\n \n \n \n Poster\n \n \n \n Other\n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Photo ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/menopause-support-group/ LOCATION:Women for Healthy Rural Living CATEGORIES:Health Topics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/menopause-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T132430 CREATED:20260603T202514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T003452Z UID:10000030-1782550800-1782558000@whrl.org SUMMARY:Bear's Den Garden Tour DESCRIPTION:Geri Valentine and Donna Kausen are self-reliant homestead gardeners who have been growing vegetables organically for seasonal eating and Winter storage for over 40 years. Geri and Donna demonstrate the virtues of mindfulness and Earth-care in how they tend the soil. There is no petroleum\, plastic\, or packaging in this garden. All work is done by hand with a spade and a fork; they use only locally gathered soil amendments such as leaves\, seaweed\, and manure\, and they save their own seeds when practical. Come and be inspired by this unique off-grid homestead and gardens\, and the women who created them. \nOpen to families and well-supervised children of all ages. This program is free\, but pre-registration is required. Registration opens May 1st.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026-June: IEM - Bear's Den Garden Tour\n \n Bear's Den Garden TourThis session is full. Please join the waitlist below.Waitlist(Required)\n \n I wish to be signed up for the Waitlist\n Your InformationName(Required)Space is limited - register ONLY one person at a time. \n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Mailing Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Do you require English/Spanish translation for this workshop?(Required)\n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Yes\, I require translation services.\n Translation Services(Required)You indicated that you require English/Spanish translation. We will do our utmost to try to provide translation given translator availability. \n \n Yes\, I confirm that I need translation services!\n Is there anything else we should know? Any accommodations that will make this day work for you?Would you like to join WHRL's email list?(Required)Select one:Absolutely\, sign me up!I'm already on the list!No thank you!How did you hear about this workshop?(Required)Select one:EmailWord of MouthNewspaperFacebookInstagramPosterWHRL WebsiteRadio AdCommunity CalendarPhoto ReleaseI hereby give permission for images and/or videos of myself taken during this program to be used by Women for Healthy Rural Living in any and all of its publications\, including web-based publications\, without payment or other consideration.\n\nI understand and agree that all photos will become the property of WHRL and will not be returned. WHRL can edit\, alter\, copy\, exhibit\, publish\, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition\, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally\, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo.\n\nI hereby hold harmless\, release\, and forever discharge WHRL from all claims\, demands\, and causes of action which I\, my heirs\, representatives\, executors\, administrators\, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I agree URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/bears-den-garden-tour/ LOCATION:Bears Den\, Addison\, Maine CATEGORIES:IEM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/bearsden-002.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T100000 DTSTAMP:20260614T132430 CREATED:20260604T173544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T173639Z UID:10000157-1781514000-1781517600@whrl.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention–Summer Session Begins DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, June 15 – August 3Time: 9-10 amMaximum registrants: 8 \nJoin our community partner\, Healthy Acadia\, for a tai chi series designed to empower people to improve their health and well-being through slow\, smooth\, continuous mind-body exercises. This program is recognized by the CDC as a high-tier\, evidence-based program for improving balance\, strength\, flexibility\, and confidence. While especially effective for arthritis\, this program is appropriate for anyone who wants to improve their health and wellness. Tai Chi practice can help: \n\nAlleviate Pain\nReduce stress\nIncrease strength\, flexibility\, and balance\nImprove cognitive function and coordination\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lisa Schaefer\, course instructor\, is a retired Pharmacist who lives in Jonesboro with her family.  She enjoys practicing tai chi\, yoga\, knitting\, quilting\, and exploring Downeast Maine. Lisa appreciates how the practice of Tai Chi improves balance\, mindfulness\, and self-confidence.  She is committed to life-long learning and to improving health through mindful movement. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pre-registration is required. Once your registration is complete\, you will receive the confirmation via the email address you provided. While all classes are free\, donations are suggested. Contact Nina Zeldin at (207) 664-1630 for more information. \n \n Register Now URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/tai-chi-for-arthritis-and-fall-prevention-summer-session-begins/ LOCATION:WHRL Thankful Room\, 87 Main Street\, Milbridge\, Maine\, 04658\, United States CATEGORIES:Tai Chi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/tai-chi-arthritis.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T140000 DTSTAMP:20260614T132430 CREATED:20260603T203046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T203049Z UID:10000032-1781344800-1781359200@whrl.org SUMMARY:Long Pond Paddle DESCRIPTION:This mellow paddling outing\, departing from the Black Woods Road just west of Cherryfield\, offers the opportunity to develop canoeing skills and observe the unique insects and plants that call this spring-fed pond home in late spring. This is a flatwater paddling experience where we can choose how far we want to paddle and tack on an optional short walk from a beach to another pond if we choose. In OWL outings\, frequent stops are built into the program to discuss elements of the natural world that we learn about on the way. The pace is always determined by the needs and desires of the group\, with a primary goal of going slow to enhance our connection with nature and each other. \nCanoes\, paddles\, and life jackets available to the first 6 people who need them; otherwise\, BYO boat! In addition to canoes and kayaks\, we welcome paddleboards on this outing\, though note that they tend to go much slower than canoes and kayaks. Helpers are available to assist with unloading/loading your gear at the boat launch; you will not have to unload by yourself. \nOWL Outings are led by Registered Maine Guides at Maine Outdoor School who all hold a minimum of a Wilderness First Aid certification. To learn more about MOS’s guides\, visit https://www.maineoutdoorschool.org/staff. \nSpace is limited\, and registration is required. Registration opens on May 18. \n \n Click here to Register URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/long-pond-paddle/ CATEGORIES:OWL Outing Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/canoe.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000 DTSTAMP:20260614T132430 CREATED:20260603T204704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T205109Z UID:10000037-1781341200-1781348400@whrl.org SUMMARY:Saturday Craft and Chat DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing Saturday morning craft group\, open to everyone and all skill levels! Whether you’re into knitting\, crocheting\, needlework\, or paper crafts\, bring your craft and come along to enjoy some creative time. It’s a fun\, casual space to learn\, share ideas\, and make new friends. We meet on the second Saturday of each month from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Hope to see you there! \nReach out to Kelly if you have questions! URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/saturday-craft-and-chat/2026-06-13/ LOCATION:Women for Healthy Rural Living CATEGORIES:Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/craft-chat-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260703 DTSTAMP:20260614T132430 CREATED:20260603T204423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T003141Z UID:10000036-1775001600-1783036799@whrl.org SUMMARY:2nd Annual Bloom for Butterflies Milkweed Sale DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce our 2nd Annual Bloom for Butterflies Milkweed Plant Fundraiser Sale. This initiative aims to promote the planting of milkweed\, a vital host plant for monarch butterflies\, and to raise funds to support the maintenance of the Ed Flanagan Pollinator Garden at Milbridge Commons Wellness Park. \nMilkweed is essential to monarch survival\, whose populations have declined dramatically in recent years. By planting milkweed\, we not only provide a safe habitat for these beautiful butterflies but also support the overall health of our local ecosystems. \nThe Bloom for Butterflies Milkweed Plant Fundraiser Sale features swamp milkweed\, a plant that forms 3-5 foot tall clumps\, and doesn’t spread aggressively like other milkweed species. It’s a perennial that thrives in wet environments but can also grow in regular gardens. \nOur 3-quart pots will contain two Milkweed seedlings ready for planting. \nSupplies are limited (and we sold out last year)! Order now for pickup beginning June 18. Plants are a $12 donation. \nJoin us in making a difference for our environment! Together\, we can create a brighter future for monarch butterflies and our local ecosystems. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Bloom for Butterflies: Milkweed Plant Fundraiser\n \n Swamp Milkweed Plant Quantity\n \n \n Price:\n $12.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone Number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Mailing Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Total\n \n Credit Card\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n Card Details\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Milkweed is the only plant on which Monarch butterflies will lay their eggs\, and it is the only food their caterpillars eat.  URL:https://whrl.org/schedule/bloom-for-butterflies-milkweed/ LOCATION:Women for Healthy Rural Living CATEGORIES:Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://whrl.org/wp-content/uploads/blooms-for-butterflies.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR