Events 2026
in the Goodenough Community
What makes community meaningful and fun?
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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.
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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.
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We welcome your interest and your participation, and hope that you will join us at any – or many! – of this year’s events.
​​​​February
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Community Orientation Session | Tuesday, February 3rd, 6 - 8pm 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. No need to register. Everyone is welcome!
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Sahale Care Weekend | February 6, 7, 8 at Sahale
NEW! Formerly Nature Systems Weekend. As part of the Path Forward, we recognize that Sahale has deferred maintenance and deep cleaning that needs to be attended to. Here's a great way to contribute - plan to come to the 2026 Sahale Care Weekends and help get Sahale in shape for new residents and our upcoming 2026 summer event season. Pruning and weeding will still be on the agenda for hardy souls that want to work outside, as will indoor efforts like painting, repairing, and deep cleaning. We also welcome folks who can work inside to help prepare meals for our crews.
For more information, contact Laura Sweany at alwaysgrowingdesign@gmail.com.
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​​​​March
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​​​​​​​​Men's Program Gathering | March 6, 7 at the house of Tom George, Edmonds
There is a list of articles, talks and other information from the Internet about men, manhood and the impact of men in the world (and their relationships). Please choose one and come prepared to tell us about what about it is important to you, and why you want us to know about it. For information, contact Norm Peck at 509-607-1124 or shkwavrydr@aol.com.
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​​​​​​​​The Women's Program | Saturday, March 7, 10-1pm via Zoom
is a long-established and ever-growing way for women to enjoy each other’s company, learn about themselves as women, and welcome the experience of the Divine Feminine. The Women's Program meets from 10 AM to 1 PM on Saturdays. All female-identified people are welcome. For information, contact Laura Sweany at alwaysgrowingdesign@gmail.com.
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Sahale Care Weekend | March 13, 14, 15 at Sahale
NEW! Formerly Nature Systems Weekend. As part of the Path Forward, we recognize that Sahale has deferred maintenance and deep cleaning that needs to be attended to. Here's a great way to contribute - plan to come to the 2026 Sahale Care Weekends and help get Sahale in shape for new residents and our upcoming 2026 summer event season. Pruning and weeding will still be on the agenda for hardy souls that want to work outside, as will indoor efforts like painting, repairing, and deep cleaning. We also welcome folks who can work inside to help prepare meals for our crews.
For more information, contact Laura Sweany at alwaysgrowingdesign@gmail.com.
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​​​​​​​​Spring Community Getaway | March 27, 28, 29 at Sahale
Twice yearly, our community membership and other interested folks assemble at Sahale to reconnect in person, update ourselves on current events within the community, and generally enjoy the sweet camaraderie of being together! This time we will be focusing on our progress on the 2026 Path Forward, updates on the land conservancy, the Sahale Residency program, and other interesting stuff. Everyone interested is welcome to attend!
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​​​​April
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Sahale Care Weekend | April 17, 18, 19 at Sahale
NEW! Formerly Nature Systems Weekend. As part of the Path Forward, we recognize that Sahale has deferred maintenance and deep cleaning that needs to be attended to. Here's a great way to contribute - plan to come to the 2026 Sahale Care Weekends and help get Sahale in shape for new residents and our upcoming 2026 summer event season. Pruning and weeding will still be on the agenda for hardy souls that want to work outside, as will indoor efforts like painting, repairing, and deep cleaning. We also welcome folks who can work inside to help prepare meals for our crews.
For more information, contact Laura Sweany at alwaysgrowingdesign@gmail.com.
​​​​May
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Women's Weekend | May 1-3 at Sahale
For over 40 years the Goodenough Women's Culture has offered this yearly get-away weekend of camaraderie, connection, and cultivation of the female heart, mind, and spirit. All female-identified people are welcome. For information, contact Laura Sweany at alwaysgrowingdesign@gmail.com.
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Tent UP Weekend | May 23-25, Memorial Weekend, at Sahale
​Don't miss it! One of our most popular events of the year! Join us for 3 days of fun and work as we erect the Big White Tent - this is the start of our summer community events season. We'll need all hands on deck for the final cleanup and polish of Sahale; we want to be ready for the summer ahead.
​​​​June
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Summer Gathering 2026 | June 9-14 at Sahale
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What's In Our Way? Forging Pathways to Regenerative Community
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Passionate about regenerative community, but frustrated by overwhelming obstacles to creating it in today's troubled world? Join us as we create a space that is both safe and conducive to growth, where we'll grapple with challenges to staying resourced, creative and connected as individuals and as builders of healthy organizations and communities.
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