Work Weeks

HOLDEN VILLAGE

Work Weeks

Join us for a week of work and community, transitioning our remote community from one season to the next! Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned participant, Holden welcomes you to lend your time and talents for summer preparation.

 

All arrivals will be on Monday, Saturday is a day of rest and programming for volunteers, and all departures on Sunday with no exceptions. Space is limited, so please apply early. Choose to join us for one week or both and become a vital part of village operations.

 


 

Work Area Placements

We are not able to name your placements in advance or guarantee is specific placement. Pack your grubby work clothes, sturdy shoes, work gloves, and any favorite tool if you have a specialty. Thank you for being flexible.

 

Housing

Work weekers should plan to room with other people in one of our historic lodges.

 

Parking

Parking is available free of charge to all Work Week volunteers. The Fields Point Coordinator will have a list of names and will print you a parking pass at the concession stand when you arrive at Fields Point. You no longer need to specifically request a parking permit, and parking permits are not mailed out ahead of time.

Health

All volunteers must have an up to date tetanus vaccination to come to Holden!

Technology Use

Work Weekers will not have wifi access. There is a computer available for public use in the library with the Internet. However, we ask that all members of the community keep in mind Holden’s remote location and commitment to renewal and enjoy this unique opportunity to unplug and unwind.

Fall 2024 Work Week Dates

Week 1

October 14th-October 19th

Week 2

October 21st- October 26th

Apply For Work Week​

Fill out the form below. If you have any questions please email staffing@holdenvillage.org.

Complete and email to medic@holdenvillage.org:

Alumni Weekend

September 27th-30th, 2024

Awaken your Holden Spirit!

Holden Village warmly invites all staff alumni and their families to join us for the inaugural Alumni Weekend. Together, alumni will engage in a service project, participate in programming, and share in Sacred Space, all while revisiting a place of deep growth and significance. Throughout the weekend, you’ll have the opportunity to customize and co-create your experience with fellow alumni. Whether you served here in the 1980s or in 2024, Holden Village remains a place to return to and cherish. We can’t wait to welcome you back!

Questions? Email staffing@holdenvillage.org, and we would be glad to connect with you!

 


 

Schedule

Friday:

Arrival
Lunch
Freetime
Dinner
Sacred Space: Prayer Around the Cross

Saturday:

Service Project
Lunch
Freetime/Craft
Dinner
Sacred Space: Vespers ‘86
Trivia

Sunday:

Service Project
Lunch
Freetime
Dinner
Sacred Space: Eucharist
Open Mic

Monday:

Breakfast
Departure

Registration is now open! $120 registration fee per person. Ages 3 and under are free.

Registration fee includes all meals (Friday lunch-Monday breakfast), lodging for three nights, and programming.

How to Register

1. Complete the registration form

2. Complete and email to medic@holdenvillage.org:

Education

Holden Village is a community where your questions are valued and encouraged. Most programs led by visiting teaching faculty occur during the summer months. However, Holden also invites faculty to teach sessions for special events and retreats throughout the rest of the year.
Check out a list of the 2024 Summer Faculty.