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WORKSHOPS FOR SUMMER 2016 CHRYSALIS
Participants may sign up for one workshop per session; there are three sessions. Some workshops have limited number of participants. If there is a cost for materials mentioned, that is to be paid directly to the workshop leader.
SESSION I: FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2:00 – 3:30
Challenge Course
The challenge course is a series of elements (outside, behind the high ropes) that a group of people need to work together to solve - some are physically demanding (passing people through elements like a spider web, balance on a telephone pole and reorganize into different order), to more mentally challenging activities to come up with various solutions to move the group though various elements/challenges. This group activity requires no more of you than a willingness to work with others and learn from the experience. It’s a blast! Max: 14 participants
Leader: Clearwater camp staff
Honoring Choices: Advance Care Planning
Who would speak for you if you couldn't speak for yourself? The best time to develop an Advance Care Plan is now- not when faced with a crisis. There is no easy way to plan for future health care choices. It's a process that involves thinking and talking about complex and sensitive issues. In this session we will look at why everyone over the age of 18 should be completing a Health Care Directive, what that involves, and learn about the important conversations you should be having with your loved ones now. You will leave with all the tools you need to complete your Health Care Directive, including the document itself, as well as hand outs that will help you understand more about the choices you have, and the terms used in Advance Care Planning.Fee, to be paid to instructor: $4.00.
Leader: Rose Umland is a trained Advanced Care Planning Facilitator in Honoring Choices. She works as a Parish Nurse and Lay Minister to Children & Families at St. Barnabas Lutheran Church in Plymouth, MN. She is also a Faith Community Nurse Coordinator with Fairview Health Services in the Twin Cities metro area. She is on the board of the Evangelical Lutheran Parish Nurse Assocation in Region 3 (Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota), and served the past two years as the region Chairperson. Rose earned her BA in Nursing from Gustavus Adolphus College, and has over 34 years experience as a Registered Nurse in a variety of hospital, clinic, and nursing home settings. She lives in Plymouth, MN with her husband Mike. They have four daughters who are all in their twenties. Her home away from home is on a lake in Cross Lake MN.
Edible Landscaping
Edible landscaping uses edible plants in your yard instead of plants that are not. In this workshop we will be learning how to integrate edible plants into your yards, patios, and even your house. You will be able to take home some plants! Cost $5
Leader: Angie Steibinger has been gardening for as long as she can remember. “I have been lucky enough to have vegetable gardens around me for my whole life. And I've learned that it's even more fun to add things you can eat to your front yard.”
SESSION II: FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 4:00 – 5:30
Fabric Bead Bracelets
Fabric Bead Bracelets are easy to make with the provided kits, which will include all supplies andfull instructions on making your own kits if you wish when you go home. The bracelets are stylish, very light, can be made to fit any size wrist. While we make the bracelets we'll have some group discussions on various topics.
Fee for one kit, to be paid to the instructor: $3.00
Max: 30 participants
Leader: Kathy Bevig. Over the last 20 years I've been very involved with quilting, including teaching classes at Cottage Quilts and through Anoka-Hennepin Community Education. I learned how to make fabric beads at the Chicago Quilt Show last spring, andconductedfabric beadworkshopsin two ofmy quilt clubs. Last summer was my first time at Clearwater Chrysalis, but it had a major role in changing my life - something we'll talk about in the workshop: "How has Chrysalis affected your life?"
Belly Dancing Girlfriend Party
Looking for some fun? Learn this ancient art created by women for women when on retreat. You need only show up ready to wiggle and giggle in comfortable clothing and the leader will provide music and coin scarves during your class. Enjoy an EXPERIENCE you and your girlfriends will NEVER forget!
Leader: Kathy Burkett. Kathy's mother talked her into taking a few classes and they both enjoyed the experience. Though mostly self taught and not a professional (by any stretch of the imagination) Kathy has provided lessons for fundraising events and non profit for 15years.
Minnesota's Common Loons
Come see the latest technology that scientists use to track these magnificent birds and observe their travels. Learn about research that continues to provide new knowledge and insights into the biology and behaviors of the Common Loon. Our loon expert will discuss the lives and habitat of these birds that are a recognized feature of Minnesota's landscape--and explain their beautiful calls. He will discuss challenges loons have and explain ways the DNR and its research partners are working together to help increase populations.
Leader: Kevin Woizeschke is a Nongame Wildlife Specialist with the Minnesota DNR
SESSION III: SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 4:00 – 5:30
Taking a Fresh Look at Genesis
Genesis is full of stories that are iconic to biblical literature: Creation, the Ark, the Burning Bush. Yet collectively, the Book of Genesis is a story of how God calls us to be in community with one another, creation, and God. From the Book of Genesis, we get a glimpse into how church is called to be in community. We will engage in these familiar stories from a fresh perspective.
Leader: our keynote, Rev. Theresa Cho
Dreamcatchers
Definition of a dreamcatcher is a homemade object based on a willow hoop and which is woven loosely. Web dream catchers are made to filter / catch bad dreams.Each participant will be making their own dreamcatcher to take home. Cost is $10. Max: 10 participants
Leader: Angie Steibinger is a member of the steering committee. She started making dream catchers in 1995 when she was asked to make one for the Native American leadership group she was in. She has also given massages at Chrysalis before.
The Waiting book discussion
Our book discussion this summer is a good read-- The Waiting by Cathy LaGrow. In 1928, 16 year old Minka and her friend were brutally assaulted while attending a sewing class picnic after church. It resulted in Minka becoming pregnant, giving her baby up for adoption, and a lifetime of longing for her daughter, Betty Jane. It’s a true story of hope, miracles, and a mother who never gave up.
Leader: Lola Baxter has been a Chrysalis Steering Committee member for many years. As a young girl she enjoyed reading the whole series of Nancy Drew mysteries during one summer, and still can’t get enough books to read!! She also likes to cook, entertain, journal, knit and garden, along with many other creative passions!