Events 2026
in the Goodenough Community
What makes community meaningful and fun?
The richness of life in community comes in many ways – getting together informally over a meal...celebrating a significant birthday with long-time and newfound friends...working together in a creative endeavor...collaborating in a work party...thinking deeply with others about what it means to be fully alive and connected with ourselves, each other, and the land...and more.
In the Goodenough Community, we recognize such ways to connect as expressions of living life fully and in communities of all kinds. Throughout the year we offer programs and events that help you participate in your own development, learn about relating well with other people, and discover your potential to have a good time in life and with others.
We welcome your interest and your participation, and hope that you will join us at any – or many! – of this year’s events.
July
Community Orientation Session | Monday, July 27th, 6 - 7:30pm via Zoom
These orientations are an opportunity for new people and old friends to learn more about how the community works, how they can plug in, and to connect with each other. Attending one is a prerequisite for any member level. Everyone is welcome!
August
Svaha Spirit Lodge | August 13-16 at Sahale
A Goodenough Partner Event! Raven is our totem for this year, representing the importance of community and the value each dancer contributes to our sacred circle. Whether you are a long-time dancer or joining us for the first time, you are welcome. Our time together will include space for personal contemplation, connection with the land and ancestors, and the simple joy of each other's company. We aim to support anyone called to attend. Invitation HERE.
Grieving Man | August 20-23 at Sahale
A Goodenough Partner Event! Grieving Man is a friendship-led, land-based, relational and musical healing space. It is a ritual container that welcomes in the multi-faceted expressions of grief, joy, anger, desire, fear, longing (etc.) — emotions that are so often suppressed and stuck in our bodies — to be honored, expressed and, ultimately, transformed in the sacred witness of other men. For more information and registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/grieving-man-summer-retreat
September
Women's Culture | September 12 via Zoom
The women’s cultural program encourages and supports self-development; helps us, as female-identified people of all ages, reach a greater connection with our inner source of feminine strength; celebrates who we are as women; and improves our relationships with our partners, family members, friends, and self. During our time together from 10a - 1p, we will practice our skills of listening and drawing each other out in small circles and in a large group, and develop our capacity for sharing, connecting, meditation, support, and letting ourselves be known.
Tent Down Weekend| September 25-27 at Sahale
The last big fling of the summer! Join us at Sahale for the traditional take down of the big white event tent, and begin putting Sahale to rest for the upcoming quiet seasons. While the tent down is a physical event that works best with a large group of strong folks to lighten the load, we also welcome folks for lighter-duty work like weeding and cooking for the crew! Indoor lodging and camping is available for all who attend, and the Swamp and hot tub will be available - no matter how you want to unwind, we've got you covered! Register soon to make sure we can plan to have you here.
October
Sahale Care Weekend| October 23-25, at Sahale
Our fall care weekend is part of getting Sahale ready for the quiet rest of fall and winter. Weeding, mulching, cleaning, painting, and maintenance will be our chores, and we will build our relationships as we work shoulder-to-shoulder to keep Sahale functioning well. Register early to attend - the fall chill and the beautiful colors of the season are not to be missed!
November
Community Membership Fall Retreat| November 6-8, at Sahale
The twice-yearly meeting for the Goodenough Community membership is always a rich and fulfilling way to check in with each other, review the last 6 months of activity and plan for the upcoming year. We will sing, celebrate, vision, review, assess, and plan for our future, and we can't do it without each of our members in attendance!
Women's Culture | November 21, 10a-1p via Zoom
The women’s cultural program encourages and supports self-development; helps us, as female-identified people of all ages, reach a greater connection with our inner source of feminine strength; celebrates who we are as women; and improves our relationships with our partners, family members, friends, and self. During our time together from 10a - 1p, we will practice our skills of listening and drawing each other out in small circles and in a large group, and develop our capacity for sharing, connecting, meditation, support, and letting ourselves be known.