Photo Credit: Bonnie Cole
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A weekly snapshot of what's happening at Christmount
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Welcome to Mountain Time!
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Time seems to be a little bit different when you're at Christmount. The stressful tick-tock of the clock is replaced by the dancing shadows of the trees; days are not measured in hours, but in experiences; and no matter the time of year, beauty is always in season.
This. Is. Mountain Time.
"Mountain Time" is also a weekly snapshot of what is happening here at Christmount. We send snippets of info, pictures, and blurbs about events. It's fun, informative, and keeps you connected. Take a deep breath and e
njoy!
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House Keeping Van Found
We bought a zoo! Ok - so we didn't buy a zoo and Matt Damon didn't show up with a new van ... but we did purchase a "new" van for our Housekeeping Department.
Using the funds from the designated Vehicle Fund (plus about $600 extra), we found a good deal on a good vehicle. But Dolly & Maggie cannot drive it for at least another week or two. I told them that they'd have to use up the gas in the old van first.
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Van For Sale!
Anyone? Anyone? Bueller...
Have we got a deal for you! Come on down to the best used-car lot this side of the Pecos! We're wheelin' & dealin' for you! Make us an offer!
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Architect Found
Ok - so the architect wasn't lost, don't worry. I just meant that we found an architect who was actually willing to work with us.
Arca (which means "ark" in pig-latin) is helping us communicate our new Master Plan for Christmount. It's really amazing to watch them work - as we are talking about the future of Christmount, they're turning our words into pictures and drawings and sketches! (Oh my...)
Arca has been very intentional about really listening to our ideas and dreams for the future. They came and listened to the Christmount Staff and wanted to be sure to include as many people as possible in the discussion. And then they came back a week later and listened to the entire Board and Council, soaking up their insights and diving into their dreams.
And they'd like to hear from
YOU
! Very soon, we will add a link to the webpage taking you to a Survey that you can use to share your thoughts, feelings, ideas, and feedback that will be used to shape the future of this amazing and sacred place.
These are exciting times to be a part of Christmount! We are rocking and rolling. Hope you can make plans to come visit sometime soon!
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Alan McGuinn, lead architect with ARCA Design, captivates us with what's possible; and challenges us to articulate our team dreams.
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Council members put some ideas on paper! Here, they are working on a possible layout for a new lodge to replace Davis Hall. Some really creative ideas!
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PS
- as nice as they are, ARCA said they can't work for free. If you'd like to help feed a starving architect, you can make your check payable to "Christmount" and mark "ARCA" in the memo section. You can also donate online.
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If You're Not Here, Raise Your Hand...
We've had a little trouble lately with folks not receiving Mountain Time each week. So, if you're not reading this right now, then head over to the website and click on the "Mountain Time Archives" link.
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Sponsors Needed!
Camp Lakey Gap and Camp Sunshine are looking for businesses, companies, or individuals who would be willing to help financially support these amazing programs. These programs are not inexpensive as we hire trained, professional staff to help work with the participants, maintaining a very low camper-to-counselor ratio.
As an official sponsor, your support will allow more participants to attend Lakey Gap Autism Programs and Camp Sunshine summer programs. Request an official Sponsor brochure, describing all the opportunities to help in this way!
You
will be helping
a lot
of families by supporting camp through this opportunity.
Contact us to request a brochure, telling more about the Sponsorship Program.
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Help! I Need Somebody!
The Beatles are busy, so you'll have to do.
We've got LOTS of projects and a LONG list to take care of before all the camps & groups hit this summer (which actually starts in May this year). And we need HELP getting it all done.
We're installing AC Window Units in Davis Hall, a Sound System in Aldridge, a new Serving Line in the Camper Dining Hall, a Pickleball Court on the Blacktop, new Adapted Playground equipment at the Playground, flowers & plants for the Grounds, and (
if we have time
) a champagne fountain for our VIP Guests.
Sign up to come be a part of these amazing projects and more during our
Adult Work Week
(May 5-10) and / or our
Family Work Weekend
(May 10-12)! We have about 129 projects we're hoping to accomplish this year - something for everyone - all ages welcome!
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Summer Staff & Vols Needed
Christmount is looking for Summer Staff and Summer Volunteers! All kinds of positions and opportunities await you here at Christmount. Let us know if you're looking for a few hours or as many as you can get; if you need a place to stay or if you're bringing your own RV; if you love washing dishes or just love singing in the rain. We've got something just right for you.
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Suite Caroline (bah-bah-bahm...)
We are getting very close to opening our 2nd Suite in the Guest House! And it's going to be ah-mazing! This Suite will feature King beds, sleeper sofas, tvs, microwaves, and gold-plated toilets. Well, the toilets are on back-order, so we'll see...
Two more Suites are available for Naming Opportunities. Contact Christmount to "call dibs" on yours!
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Who-Who-Who's at Christmount?
Want to know who's coming to Christmount this week?
Owl
tell you...
- Jobs For the Future
- Paws & Effect
- Georgia Men's Retreat
- Mafair UMC Ladies Retreat
- Mercy Community Church
- Kiwanis Meeting & Meal (Rob is guest-speaking)
Christm
o
nt
... All We're Missing Is
U
!
Click here
to check the website for upcoming events
and to book YOUR event soon!
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Christmount Programs - Register Today!
Check out some of the great events coming soon to a Christmount near you!
There are some exciting offerings coming up in the next month or two (or three or four...) - hurry and sign up today!
Yoga Retreat, Work Week, College Chaplain's Summit, Music Workshop, SOIL Conference, Theology on Tap, Chautauqua Comes to Christmount...
The mountains are calling!
("Yoo hoo! Where arrrrrre you?")
Scholarships available for all Christmount programs & events.
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PS - it's not free. But your gifts set our spirits free.
Gifts can be made securely online by clicking the "Donate" button below
or by mailing a check to Christmount
222 Fern Way / Black Mountain, NC 28711
Christmount also accepts gifts of stock,
donations via wire transfer, and bequests.
Christmount is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, tax ID #56-0731505
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