On display in The Meetinghouse Gallery The Saugatuck Cosmology Artwork by Bill Gore September 6 – October 11, 2026 Opening Reception: Sunday, September 6, 2026 from 2-4 pm in the downstairs gallery. The Gallery is open Tuesdays – Sundays 8:00 am – 4:00 pm for viewing. (Closed Mondays). Artist's Statement Over time the intelligence of […]
Fall Poets & Prophets Wisdom Circle First and third Thursdays | 4:30–6:00 p.m. October 1, 2026—January 21, 2027 This fall’s Wisdom Circle will be guided by Mirabai Starr’s Wild Mercy: Living the Fierce and Tender Wisdom of the Women Mystics. Drawing wisdom from women mystics across spiritual traditions, Starr invites people of all genders to rediscover […]
Join us on Friday, 10/2 for live music in Shield's Hall, featuring Spite Store (New Haven Dream Pop), Second Opinion (NHV Weirdo), & Fairlawn Ave (Northeast Emo), an eclectic mix of genres! Doors at 6pm, music at 7pm. $10 at the door.
The monthly acoustic song circle is for anyone who enjoys singing or playing an instrument. Everyone takes a turn and may invite others to sing and play along. The next Acoustic Song Circle will be Sunday, October 4, 2026 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm.
The Meetinghouse | Shields Hall Gallery – 602 Ridgebury Road, Ridgefield, CT Starts October 9, 2026—10:30am (for full schedule see Journey Itinerary) Facilitated by Deborah Rundlett and Anne Elmendorf RSVP Deborah@Meetinghouse.life Do you feel it? An inescapable sense that you can no longer simply carry on as before. A quiet insistence that the wisdom you've […]
Saturday, October 10, 2026 9:00 am - Noon. Meet outside the Gallery Come remove invasive plants from the wetlands! Dress for the weather. If you can, bring gloves, loppers, clippers, shovels, wheelbarrow, or any other tool that will help.
At the heart of it all is a simple but urgent invitation: Be a Kind Human. This is the theme of our new Wisdom After Hours series, beginning Sunday, October 11, at 2:00 p.m. in Shield's Hall. Each month, we will welcome thoughtful leaders from across generations and disciplines to share the wisdom they have gathered along the […]
The Meetinghouse | Shields Hall Gallery – 602 Ridgebury Road, Ridgefield, CT Starts October 9, 2026—10:30am (for full schedule see Journey Itinerary) Facilitated by Deborah Rundlett and Anne Elmendorf RSVP Deborah@Meetinghouse.life Do you feel it? An inescapable sense that you can no longer simply carry on as before. A quiet insistence that the wisdom you've […]
On display in The Meetinghouse Gallery Everything Under the Sun: Cyanotype and Lumen Prints by Fruma Markowitz October 18 - November 22, 2026 Opening Reception: Sunday, October 18, 2026 from 2-4 pm in the downstairs gallery. The Gallery is open Tuesdays – Sundays 8:00 am – 4:00 pm for viewing. (Closed Mondays). Artist’s Statement Everything […]
Forest Bathing at The Meetinghouse Sunday, October 18, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm In this serene two-hour experience, you’ll: Step away from the seasonal rush and soak up the calming atmosphere of the forest. Practice simple mindfulness techniques that lower stress and renew energy. Connect with others while tuning into the sights, sounds, […]
On display in The Meetinghouse Gallery Everything Under the Sun: Cyanotype and Lumen Prints by Fruma Markowitz October 18 - November 22, 2026 Opening Reception: Sunday, October 18, 2026 from 2-4 pm in the downstairs gallery. The Gallery is open Tuesdays – Sundays 8:00 am – 4:00 pm for viewing. (Closed Mondays). Artist’s Statement Everything […]
Monday, October 19, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Join us in Shield's Hall for Mah Jongg Mondays! This special class is led by Sue Laramie and is a beginner-level class with instruction to teach you the game of Mah Jongg. Registration is required and class space is limited to 16, with a minimum of […]
The Meetinghouse | Shields Hall Gallery – 602 Ridgebury Road, Ridgefield, CT Starts October 9, 2026—10:30am (for full schedule see Journey Itinerary) Facilitated by Deborah Rundlett and Anne Elmendorf RSVP Deborah@Meetinghouse.life Do you feel it? An inescapable sense that you can no longer simply carry on as before. A quiet insistence that the wisdom you've […]
Poetry Reading to Benefit Nepal Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 2:00 pm In the Historic Meetinghouse A noisy world. And tragic. Bombs and mobs and politics. And now the Himalayas glowering over Nepal have added to the noise and tragedy. A glacier cracked open in late August sending snow and clogging mud avalanching down […]
Time & Location: October 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM The Meetinghouse, 602 Ridgebury Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877, USA About the event Come away feeling lighter, clearer, and beautifully reconnected. Experience a transformative journey of deep relaxation and healing through the combined practices of a Vibrational Sound Therapy and Reiki. This unique session promotes […]
Monday, October 26, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Join us in Shield's Hall for Mah Jongg Mondays! This special class is led by Sue Laramie and is a beginner-level class with instruction to teach you the game of Mah Jongg. Registration is required and class space is limited to 16, with a minimum of […]
Processing the Waves of Grief - A supportive, no-cost group for 60+ adults Losing a spouse, family member, or friend is painful, and grief often comes in waves. This group offers a compassionate space to sit with others navigating loss. There is no right way to grieve and no timeline for healing. Whether your loss is recent […]
Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Join us in the parking lot of Shield's Hall for a spooky good time! Adults and children are welcome to wear costumes; however, only the pet costumes will be judged. Prizes will be awarded from The Market at The Meetinghouse. This event is free for the […]