The world is in truth a holy place: Providence Associates spring retreat
Understanding Earth as a sacred and holy place is critical to our call to preserve and care for all Creation. Sister Paul Bernadette Bounk, CSJ, will present possibilities for spiritual engagement through reflection, table talk and ritual. This yearly retreat brings together Providence Associates and Sisters of Providence for deepening reflection and community time. Sister Paul Bernadette brings to the retreat her years of experience in eco-justice and her ministry as a spiritual guide.
Sundays at the Woods: Walk in the Woods
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, INNOTE: Due to the new restricted guidelines offered from the CDC, Walk in the Woods is canceled. Put on your hiking shoes or boots and bring the whole family on this 1.5 mile, guided tour of the nature trail and cosmic walk at the Woods. Learn from Stu Haney who helps manage the magnificent woods of…
Herbalicious: Mastering culinary herbs
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, INNOTE: Due to the new restricted guidelines offered from the CDC, Herbalicious: Mastering culinary herbs class is canceled. Do you want to use more herbs in your everyday cooking but aren’t sure what herbs go best with what foods? This class is for you. Learn about the most used culinary herbs, how to pair herbs with…
You Can Pickle That!
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, INDue to COVID-19 we will be offering this class at a later date and possibly with a virtual component. Pickling is an easy, fun and healthful way to preserve summer’s garden bounty. And, pickled veggies taste so GOOD! Learn basic brines and methods for preservation from a woman who has successfully picked just about any…
Fall Floral Lunch and Learn
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN(Postponed) Enjoy an afternoon of farm to table goodness; lunch, tour, and flower arrangement.
Virtual Alpaca Encounter!
VirtualVisit the famous alpaca herd at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods and get up close and personal with this amazing animal from the comfort of your own home!
Bird Watching at the Woods
Providence Hall Large Conference Room 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, INPOSTPONED UNTIL SPRING 2022 This workshop is for the birds! Nearby Terre Haute was recently welcomed by Indiana Audubon as the 15th member on its list of Bird Towns. Experience a different way of identifying and looking at our avian friends, with an emphasis on having fun and sharing with others. Remember to wear comfortable…
Baking Sourdough Bread
Learn basics, tips and tricks for creating and maintaining starters and more!
Alpaca Encounter!
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, INMeet our alpacas!
Earth Day Festival
Various locations at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods 1 Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, INThere's something for everyone at the White Violet Center for Eco-Justice Earth Day Festival. From nature shows and earth-related craft activities for kids, to spinning, weaving and felting demonstrations and visits with the alpacas that provide the fiber. There will be exhibits, organic garden and horse barn tours and much, much more. From 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 22, 2023 at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana.