BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Employee Wellness - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Employee Wellness X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Employee Wellness REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T133000 DTSTAMP:20261029T151505Z CREATED:20261029T151248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T151505Z UID:978-1793881800-1793885400@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Managing Holiday Stress - Higher Ed EAP DESCRIPTION:The holiday season is often portrayed as a joyful\, festive time filled with celebration\, connection\, and rest. In reality\, it can also be one of the most stressful periods of the year. This session creates a space to pause\, reflect\, and learn strategies that can be applied immediately to reduce stress. Participants will be encouraged to think realistically about what they can control\, what they can influence\, and what they may need to let go of during this busy season.\n\nRegister for session: https://medmutual.zoom.us/webinar/regzister/WN_Rz-yKb3DTTOYDQy6NLNXxA URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/managing-holiday-stress/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Higher Ed EAP,Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T123018Z CREATED:20260828T123018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T123018Z UID:899-1793801700-1793803500@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T122934Z CREATED:20260828T122934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122934Z UID:897-1793196900-1793198700@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T122834Z CREATED:20260828T122834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122834Z UID:893-1792592100-1792593900@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T140000 DTSTAMP:20260921T140316Z CREATED:20260921T115446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T140316Z UID:921-1792238400-1792245600@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:MCC Curling DESCRIPTION:Employee Wellness is pleased to facilitate a two-hour curling session which includes instruction\, practice time\, and an instructor-assisted curling match.\n\nOctober 17th (12pm-2pm)  \nArrive by 11:40am\n\nWho is eligible to participate?  Full-time employees; spouses or significant others may participate.  Please arrive 20 minutes early to be fitted with rubberized grippers for your footwear and to view a short introductory video on the sport. Cost: There is no cost to employees and their guest. Funding for this event is made possible by an employee wellness grant through Excellus. What to Wear: Clothing: The air in our Ice House is just above freezing on the curling ice\, so you should dress warmly. Wicking fabrics and removable layers are recommended:\n\n Wind breaker or synthetic outer layer with warm inner layers\n Flexible athletic pants (like yoga pants\, or hiking/golf pants)\n Thin gloves with grip and a hat\n\nJeans are discouraged as non-flexible materials will restrict your movement and get cold. Footwear: Wear clean\, flat athletic sneakers. Please carry in your clean shoes to help keep the ice free of debris. Release Forms: All participants are required to sign a release form. Please fill out the waiver form (https://app.waiverelectronic.com/render/event/NAS2jxw2) prior to the event.  Forms not filled out in advance may delay your start time. Participants may bring fans to observe in the heated viewing room – registration for fans is not required. Registration is only needed for the employee curling and a guest.\n\nRochester Curling Club\n71 Deep Rock Road\nRochester\, NY 14624 United States URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mcc-curling/ LOCATION:Rochester Curling Club\, 71 Deep Rock Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14624\, United States CATEGORIES:Fitness,Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T122736Z CREATED:20260819T125516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122736Z UID:818-1791987300-1791989100@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mcc-mindfulness-meditation-7/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T122717Z CREATED:20260819T125424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122717Z UID:816-1791382500-1791384300@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mcc-mindfulness-meditation-6/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T122646Z CREATED:20260819T124450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122646Z UID:813-1790777700-1790779500@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mcc-mindfulness-meditation-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T122629Z CREATED:20260819T124317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122629Z UID:811-1790172900-1790174700@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mcc-mindfulness-meditation-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T122609Z CREATED:20260819T124217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122609Z UID:809-1789568100-1789569900@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mcc-mindfulness-meditation-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T122546Z CREATED:20260819T123927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122546Z UID:806-1788963300-1788965100@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mcc-mindfulness-meditation-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T144500 DTSTAMP:20260828T122528Z CREATED:20260819T123826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T122528Z UID:804-1788358500-1788360300@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions\n\n Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom.\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\n Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\n Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823\n Passcode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mcc-mindfulness-meditation/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T130000 DTSTAMP:20251215T140510Z CREATED:20251215T140510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T140510Z UID:394-1780488000-1780491600@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Employee Wellness Meeting DESCRIPTION:Employee Wellness meetings are open to all. The following is the general agenda:\n\n Review events/sessions of what was recently done and how it did.\n\n Updates from people that ran events this past month.\n\n\n Review what is being organized in the upcoming months.\n\n Perhaps an opportunity to solicit for volunteers?\n Review if there are any programming issues.\n Review long-range programming and ideas.\n Allow for suggestions and/or requests for programming at the meetings. URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/employee-wellness-meeting-6/ LOCATION:Building 3\, Room 115 CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T133000 DTSTAMP:20260506T112337Z CREATED:20260429T134052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T112337Z UID:728-1779278400-1779283800@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:You Grow Girl! DESCRIPTION:Aloe there!\n\nThyme to spice up your lunch break…\n\nJoin us for a mint-to-be afternoon where you’ll dig into the art of growing your own herbs\, with a presentation and then a hands on workshop.\n\nWe’ll kick things off with a presentation giving you sage advice on:\n\n How to plant and care for your very own herb garden\n Herb identification\, selection and harvesting tips\n Delicious ways to use your herbs (yes\, there will be snacks)\n\nThen\, stick around (or drop in when you can!) for a planting workshop where you’ll get to plant a herb or two to take home. Plus\, enjoy herb-infused bites\, beverages\, and recipe ideas to keep the flavor growing.\n\n Brighton – Mon May 18th\, Monroe B | 12pm to 1:30pm or\n Downtown – Weds May 20th\, FWD Center 5th Floor |12pm to 1:30 pm\n\nPresenter: Michelle Bartell\, MCC Professor Emeritus\, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist\, Ontario County Master Gardener. Brought to you by Wellness Council and viewers like you. URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/you-grow-girl-4/ LOCATION:TBD CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T133000 DTSTAMP:20260506T112359Z CREATED:20260429T133939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T112359Z UID:725-1779105600-1779111000@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:You Grow Girl! DESCRIPTION:Join us for a mint-to-be afternoon where you’ll dig into the art of growing your own herbs\, with a presentation and then a hands on workshop.\n\nWe’ll kick things off with a presentation giving you sage advice on:\n\n How to plant and care for your very own herb garden\n Herb identification\, selection and harvesting tips\n Delicious ways to use your herbs (yes\, there will be snacks)\n\nThen\, stick around (or drop in when you can!) for a planting workshop where you’ll get to plant a herb or two to take home. Plus\, enjoy herb-infused bites\, beverages\, and recipe ideas to keep the flavor growing.\n\n Brighton – Mon May 18th\, Monroe B | 12pm to 1:30pm or\n Downtown – Weds May 20th\, FWD Center 5th Floor |12pm to 1:30 pm\n\nPresenter: Michelle Bartell\, MCC Professor Emeritus\, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist\, Ontario County Master Gardener. Brought to you by Wellness Council and viewers like you. URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/you-grow-girl-3/ LOCATION:TBD CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T133000 DTSTAMP:20260506T145229Z CREATED:20260408T182914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T145229Z UID:676-1778931000-1778938200@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Animal Meet & Greet at Wild Wings DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16th\n Educational Room (Animal Meet & Greets\, Snacks & Pizza): 11:30 am to 1:30 pm\n 27 Pond Rd\, Honeoye Falls\, NY 14472\n\nGet ready for a wildly fun afternoon of discovery and conservation! Join us for a learning-filled event supporting our winged neighbors and the native small mammals\, reptiles\, and amphibians that share our ecosystem.\n\nThe adventure begins with a guided tour of the Wild Wings Birds of Prey facility\, where you’ll learn about the incredible birds that call the center home. After the tour\, enjoy two hours at the Nature Center with opportunities to meet some animal ambassadors up close.\n\nSnacks and pizza will be provided while you connect with colleagues and learn ways to support local wildlife. While you’re there\, you can also explore the nearby Bird Song Trail and Fairy House Trail\, both located in the same area.\n\nRegistration is full. URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/animal-meet-greet-at-wild-wings/ LOCATION:27 Pond Rd\, Honeoye Falls\, NY 14472 CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T110000 DTSTAMP:20260506T145248Z CREATED:20260408T180432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T145248Z UID:671-1778925600-1778929200@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Guided Tour at Wild Wings! DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16th\n Birds of Prey Facility Guided Tour: 10:00 to 11:00 am\n 27 Pond Rd\, Honeoye Falls\, NY 14472\n\nGet ready for a wildly fun afternoon of discovery and conservation! Join us for a learning-filled event supporting our winged neighbors and the native small mammals\, reptiles\, and amphibians that share our ecosystem.\n\nThe adventure begins with a guided tour of the Wild Wings Birds of Prey facility\, where you’ll learn about the incredible birds that call the center home. After the tour\, enjoy two hours at the Nature Center with opportunities to meet some animal ambassadors up close.\n\nSnacks and pizza will be provided while you connect with colleagues and learn ways to support local wildlife. While you’re there\, you can also explore the nearby Bird Song Trail and Fairy House Trail\, both located in the same area.\n\nRegistration is full. URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/weekend-at-wild-wings/ LOCATION:27 Pond Rd\, Honeoye Falls\, NY 14472 CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T144500 DTSTAMP:20260414T114449Z CREATED:20260414T114449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T114449Z UID:690-1778681700-1778683500@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom Begins January 28th All are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group in Spring 2026 when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees. Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823 Passcode: calm Come late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-sessions-9/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T144500 DTSTAMP:20260414T114404Z CREATED:20260414T114404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T114404Z UID:688-1778076900-1778078700@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom Begins January 28th All are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group in Spring 2026 when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause. We will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees. Join MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 862 3178 5823 Passcode: calm Come late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-sessions-8/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000 DTSTAMP:20251215T140421Z CREATED:20251215T140421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T140421Z UID:392-1778068800-1778072400@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Employee Wellness Meeting DESCRIPTION:Employee Wellness meetings are open to all. The following is the general agenda:\n\n Review events/sessions of what was recently done and how it did.\n\n Updates from people that ran events this past month.\n\n\n Review what is being organized in the upcoming months.\n\n Perhaps an opportunity to solicit for volunteers?\n Review if there are any programming issues.\n Review long-range programming and ideas.\n Allow for suggestions and/or requests for programming at the meetings. URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/employee-wellness-meeting-5/ LOCATION:Building 3\, Room 115 CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T133000 DTSTAMP:20260414T114133Z CREATED:20260414T114133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T114133Z UID:686-1777635000-1777642200@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindful Tools for Modern Life Poster Walk on May 1st DESCRIPTION:Save the Date: Mindful Tools for Modern Life Poster Walk on May 1st\nPlease save the date for the Mindful Tools for Modern Life Poster Walk\, which will be held on Friday\, May 1st from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm in Monroe A/B. This event is sponsored by the Wellness Council.\n\nJoin us for a relaxed\, interactive event where you can walk around exploring posters highlighting different mindfulness strategies to help us reduce stress and live more intentionally. Each poster presents a simple technique for incorporating mindfulness into daily routines. As you move from poster to poster\, you can reflect on the strategies and discuss ideas with others.\n\nLight snacks and refreshments will be available so you can pause\, chat\, and connect.\n\nPlease complete this brief survey to let us know you will be attending and see below for frequently asked questions.\n\nWe hope to see you there!\n\nFAQ’s about Mindful Tools for Modern Life Poster Walk on May 1st from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm in Monroe A/B\n\n Is there a formal program for the two hours?\nNo. Come late\, leave early as your schedule allows. Stay as long as you like.\n What can we expect?\nThis is an informal opportunity to talk about mindfulness strategies with MCC staff\, faculty\, administrators\, and students. Suggestions for your time: sign in\, take a journal\, have some delicious snacks\, walk the gallery of strategies\, try some finger labyrinths\, talk with others\, listen to music\, enjoy!\n Are we going to meditate?\nNot formally. Many of the posters offer mindfulness strategies that may be used during meditation. You may also wish to try out a finger labyrinth\, which can be a meditative experience.\n What’s the purpose of the event? \nTo build community\, to take a break\, to think and talk with others\n Who is putting this event on?\nFacilitated by Renee Dimino and Terry Shamblin and generously sponsored by the Wellness Council URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindful-tools-for-modern-life-poster-walk-on-may-1st/ CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T144500 DTSTAMP:20260108T130255Z CREATED:20260108T130255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T130255Z UID:502-1777472100-1777473900@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom Begins January 28th\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group in Spring 2026 when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause.\n\nWe will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\nJoin MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 862 3178 5823\nPasscode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-sessions-7/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T144500 DTSTAMP:20260108T130211Z CREATED:20260108T130211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T130211Z UID:500-1776867300-1776869100@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom Begins January 28th\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group in Spring 2026 when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause.\n\nWe will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\nJoin MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 862 3178 5823\nPasscode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-sessions-6/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T170000 DTSTAMP:20260225T163851Z CREATED:20260106T190603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T163851Z UID:427-1776520800-1776531600@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:MCC Curling Event DESCRIPTION:Employee Wellness is pleased to facilitate a two-hour curling session which includes instruction\, practice time\, and an instructor-assisted curling match.\n\nWho is eligible to participate?  Full-time employees; spouses or significant others may participate.\nWhen: Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\nWhere: 71 Deep Rock Rd\, Rochester\, NY 14624\nTime: 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Please arrive 20 minutes early to be fitted with rubberized grippers for your footwear and to view a short introductory video on the sport.\nCost: There is no cost to employees and their guest. Funding for this event is made possible by an employee wellness grant through Excellus.\n\nWhat to Wear:\n\nClothing: The air in our Ice House is just above freezing on the curling ice\, so you should dress warmly. Wicking fabrics and removable layers are recommended:\n\n Wind breaker or synthetic outer layer with warm inner layers\n Flexible athletic pants (like yoga pants\, or hiking/golf pants)\n Thin gloves with grip and a hat\n\nJeans are discouraged as non-flexible materials will restrict your movement and get cold.\n\nFootwear: Wear clean\, flat athletic sneakers. Please carry in your clean shoes to help keep the ice free of debris.\n\nRelease Forms: All participants are required to sign a release form. The MCC Employee Wellness team will provide a link to complete the form prior to the event.  Forms not filled out in advance may delay your start time.\n\nReserve your spot for the Curling Event\n\nPlease Note: if bringing a guest\, you must fill out the ‘Reserve your Spot’ twice.  URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mcc-curling-event/ LOCATION:Rochester Curling Club\, 71 Deep Rock Road\, Rochester\, NY\, 14624\, United States CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T144500 DTSTAMP:20260108T130123Z CREATED:20260108T130123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T130123Z UID:498-1776262500-1776264300@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom Begins January 28th\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group in Spring 2026 when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause.\n\nWe will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\nJoin MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 862 3178 5823\nPasscode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-sessions-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T144500 DTSTAMP:20260108T125848Z CREATED:20260108T125848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T125848Z UID:496-1775657700-1775659500@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom Begins January 28th\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group in Spring 2026 when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause.\n\nWe will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\nJoin MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 862 3178 5823\nPasscode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-sessions-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T144500 DTSTAMP:20260108T125806Z CREATED:20260108T125806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T125806Z UID:494-1775052900-1775054700@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom Begins January 28th\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group in Spring 2026 when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause.\n\nWe will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\nJoin MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 862 3178 5823\nPasscode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-sessions-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T130000 DTSTAMP:20251215T140346Z CREATED:20251215T140346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T140346Z UID:390-1775044800-1775048400@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Employee Wellness Meeting DESCRIPTION:Employee Wellness meetings are open to all. The following is the general agenda:\n\n Review events/sessions of what was recently done and how it did.\n\n Updates from people that ran events this past month.\n\n\n Review what is being organized in the upcoming months.\n\n Perhaps an opportunity to solicit for volunteers?\n Review if there are any programming issues.\n Review long-range programming and ideas.\n Allow for suggestions and/or requests for programming at the meetings. URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/employee-wellness-meeting-4/ LOCATION:Building 3\, Room 115 CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T144500 DTSTAMP:20260108T125640Z CREATED:20260108T125640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T125640Z UID:492-1774448100-1774449900@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom Begins January 28th\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group in Spring 2026 when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause.\n\nWe will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\nJoin MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 862 3178 5823\nPasscode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-sessions-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T144500 DTSTAMP:20260108T125549Z CREATED:20260108T125549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T125549Z UID:490-1773843300-1773845100@sites.monroecc.edu SUMMARY:Mindfulness Meditation Sessions DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Mindfulness Meditation Sessions Wednesdays from 2:15pm to 2:45pm on Zoom Begins January 28th\n\nAll are welcome to join the MCC Mindfulness Meditation group in Spring 2026 when their schedules allow.  Whether you’re interested in starting or continuing a meditation practice\, this group supports each other in realizing some of the benefits of meditation\, such as reducing stress\, gaining perspective\, practicing mindfulness\, and embracing the pause.\n\nWe will meet on Zoom every Wednesday that classes are in session from 2:15 to 2:45 pm. This group is free and open to all MCC students\, faculty\, staff\, administrators\, and retirees.\n\nJoin MCC Mindfulness Meditation Group Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 862 3178 5823\nPasscode: calm\n\nCome late or leave early as your schedule allows. Keep your camera on or off. We are a very welcoming and supportive group. For more information\, you can email Renee Dimino (rdimino@monroecc.edu) or Terry Shamblin (tshamblin@monroecc.edu).  We hope to see you there! URL:https://sites.monroecc.edu/mcc-wellness/event/mindfulness-meditation-sessions/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Wellness Council Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR