[Communes and Co-ops are not only to be found
in the East - and we all live in a 'Community' -
intentional or otherwise! Here is a sample from
Virginia, US... Bill]
[Via Communist Internet... http://www.egroups.com/group/Communist-Internet ]
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----- Original Message -----
From: Steve Habib Rose <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Saturday, June 30, 2001 3:31 PM
Subject: [INTENTIONALCOMMUNITIES] Communities Conference at Twin Oaks (fwd)
Date: Fri, 29 Jun 2001 22:02:27
From: McCune / Conf Staff <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Communities Conference at Twin Oaks
11092
Hello STEVE HABIB ROSE
from the Twin Oaks Communities Conference organizers
We're writing you about this because you're someone who's been in
contact with Twin Oaks and the Federation of Egalitarian
Communities in the past, and we think you might be interested in
this gathering about community living later this summer.
The following is a description of our event, with registration
information at the bottom. Regular text is below, fancy version
is at
http://www.twinoaks.org/cmty/cconf/
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TWIN OAKS COMMUNITIES CONFERENCE
* A weekend of workshops, networking and fun *
Twin Oaks Community, Virginia
Aug 31 - Sept 2 2001 Labor Day Weekend
Have you been looking for more community in your life?
Considering intentional community as a home? Wondering what an
intentional community is?
Here's a chance to find out about all this and more from people
who have been exploring the path of community for many years.
Whether you are a seasoned communitarian or a newcomer, you will
find helpful and exciting opportunities at the gathering!
Please join us on Labor Day weekend in the Virginia countryside,
at 34-year old Twin Oaks Community, one of the best known
intentional communities in the country. We expect over 25
communities and approximately 200 participants from all over
North America.
***WORKSHOPS INCLUDE: Group Decision-Making Process, Appropriate
Technology/Sustainability, Intentional Relationships, Community
Economics, and more!
***SCHEDULE***
FRIDAY AUG 31 Afternoon: Registration opens, tours of Twin Oaks.
Evening: Opening Activities and Introductions Circle.
SATURDAY SEPT 1 Morning Circle, Meet-the-Communities, (community
presentations and info tables), Workshops. Evening: Dessert
Party, Benefit Auction for the Fellowship for Intentional
Community, Talent Show and Dance (more tours of Twin Oaks during
the day)
SUNDAY SEPT 2 Open Space: participants create your own
workshops, joining together around shared passions. Afternoon:
Closing Circle. Evening: Barbecue dinner and tour of Acorn
Community (nearby)
***INFORMATION***
If you live in community, please bring brochures and displays to
share during Meet-the-Communities and in our info center.
ACCOMODATONS. Free camping onsite, motels offsite.
On site, there will be camping only. Please bring your own tent,
groundcloth, rain tarp, sleeping pad and sleeping bag.
For those who prefer indoor accommodations, there are 3 choices
within a 20 minute drive. Space is limited.
The Rebel Motel 540-967-1585 $40-60
Whistle Stop Bed & Breakfast 540-967-2911 $60-75
Ginger Hill Bed & Breakfast 540-967-3260 $75-90
FOOD. Food will be provided cooperatively by us and by you. We
will provide basic food and breakfasts. Participants contribute
by bringing a main dish, snack and fruit (enough of each to share
with ten people). A freezer and oven are on site. Questions?---
ask us!
COOPERATIVE CHILDCARE. Parents please plan to sign up for one or
two 2-hour shifts. We will provide a childcare space and
coordinator.
WORKSHIFTS. We invite everyone to join in creating this community
event by doing a two-hour workshift.
BENEFIT AUCTION. As one of the conference events, we will be
holding a fast-paced, high-energy benefit auction for the
Fellowship for Intentional Community, publisher of the new
Communities Directory. Proceeds will help the FIC continue to
bring the exciting news of community to a world hungry for it.
You can help in two ways: 1) bring items to donate to the
auction-- products, crafts, services that can be delivered
locally, a weekend stay for two at your luxurious home... use
your imagination! 2) bring your wallet--there will be bargains
galore, and every dollar spent will be used to make community
that much more accessible to those seeking it.
***FOR INFORMATION OR REGISTRATION***
Communities Conference, 138 Twin Oaks Road, Louisa, VA 23093
[EMAIL PROTECTED] 540-894-5126 fax 540-894-4112
<http://www.twinoaks.org/cmty/cconf>
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*** REGISTRATION FORM ***
Please fill in your information after the colons.
Name:
Address:
City, State, Zip:
Day/ Eve Phone:
Fax / Email:
Community (if applicable):
I am unable to attend, but please keep me on your mailing list:
FEES. Registration fee: $75 (Fee covers meals, camping, and
workshops.) How many adults?:
(To be accessible to people from varying economic backgrounds, we
offer a sliding scale from $50 - $150, asking those can pay more
to please consider doing so, to help provide accessibiity for
those who need to pay less)
Send a check payable to Communities Conference and mail to
Communities Conference 138 Twin Oaks Rd, Louisa, Va, 23093.
Ride Sharing. We will try to match riders until Aug 15.
Can you offer a ride?: Do you need a ride?:
Kids names and ages:
Once we receive your registration, we will send you directions
and confirmation.
We look forward to seeing you at the conference!
Valerie and Mary-Margret
Twin Oaks Communities Conference
138 Twin Oaks Rd, Louisa VA 23093
540-894-5126 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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