Employee Wellness Meeting
2026-01-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Building 3, Room 115
Employee Wellness meetings are open to all. The following is the general agenda:

Review events/sessions of what was recently done and how it did.

Updates from people that ran events this past month.

Review what is being organized in the upcoming months.

Perhaps an opportunity to solicit for volunteers?
Review if there are any programming issues.
Review long-range programming and ideas.
Allow for suggestions and/or requests for programming at the meetings.

MCC Knit & Purl Society
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-28 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Building 11, Room 105
Looking to learn a new skill or sharpen your knitting techniques? Join the MCC Knit & Purl Society for a relaxed, welcoming knitting class designed for beginners and experienced knitters alike. Whether you’re picking up needles for the first time or hoping to improve your skills, this group offers a chance to learn, create, and enjoy some midweek camaraderie.

All supplies are provided, thanks to a grant from Excellus and sponsorship by Employee Wellness. All you need to bring is your energy and curiosity!

Date: Wednesdays
Time: 12:00 to 1:00 PM
Location: Room 11-105

RSVP/Interest: Email Betsy Ripton

Mindfulness Meditation Sessions
2026-01-14 14:15 - 14:45, 2026-01-21 14:15 - 14:45, 2026-01-28 14:15 - 14:45, 2026-02-04 14:15 - 14:45, 2026-02-11 14:15 - 14:45, 2026-02-18 14:15 - 14:45, 2026-02-25 14:15 - 14:45 | Zoom
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: [REDACTED]

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!

Tribune Trailblazers Snowman Hunt Challenge
2026-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Building 3: Atrium
Bundle up and take a break for some winter wellness fun with the Tribune Trailblazers Snowman Hunt Challenge! This event is a great way to get moving, connect with coworkers, and enjoy a little friendly competition.
The Snowman Hunt will take place on Thursday, January 15th at 12:00 pm. Be sure to sign in at the Atrium on the first floor of Building 3 before heading out on your adventure.

Employee Pickleball
2026-01-16 12:15 - 13:45, 2026-01-30 12:15 - 13:45, 2026-02-13 12:15 - 13:45, 2026-02-27 12:15 - 13:45 | Gymnasium, Building 10
MCC Employee Wellness jumps into another session of Pickleball! No matter your knowledge or ability you are welcome to play. Join in for a single game or a full session. We ask those that may know the rules of play to share their knowledge and experience with those who may be new to the sport.

Time: 12:15pm to 1:45pm
Where: Gymnasium, Building 10
What: Open Pickleball

Pickleball equipment is available for use. Feel free to bring your spouse. A waiver will need to be completed upon arrival if one hasn’t already been filled out. Please consider warming up before play, wearing athletic clothing and footwear, as well as bringing a water bottle to hydrate.

Craft Club: Hand-knit Snowman
2026-01-27 17:15 - 19:00 | Career Services Library 3-108
Join us for a cozy and creative workshop where you’ll learn to make this adorable hand-knit plush snowman. Gina Hueber, VAPA Secretary,​will be guiding participants every step of the way. ​

Tuesday, January 27 at 5:15 pm in the Career Services Library (3-108) ​​

Perfect for seasonal décor or as a heartfelt handmade gift. A soft, chunky-knit snowman complete with a stylish scarf and hat, just like the one in the photo!​

What’s Included:​

All materials (yarn, stuffing, buttons, hat, scarf yarn)​
Glue
Step-by-step guidance​

This is a​ beginner-friendly project! No knitting needles required – just your hands and creativity.​

Register by Tuesday, January 20 for the Hand-knit Snowman​

Participation in this Craft Club workshop has a cost of $7. Due to the nature of the activity and the materials involved, space is limited, and materials are purchased based on RSVPs received. Cash payments only will be collected at the event. Light refreshments will be provided. ​

If the date does not appear in the calendar when reserving, the event is at capacity. To be put on the waitlist, email Diane Wilson (dwilson19@monroecc.edu). Visit the Craft Club website to see all events.

Minimizing Taxes While Securing Your Finances
2026-02-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Campus: High Falls A/B
This presentation explores how different income sources and financial accounts are taxed and what strategies can help minimize tax exposure. We’ll help you understand how the tax code works and explain practical planning techniques to manage taxes more effectively. You will gain a clearer understanding of how tax rules apply to common financial situations and learn actionable approaches to keep more of what you earn and plan confidently for the future.

Walking with the Tribune Trailblazers
2026-02-03 12:00 - 12:30 | Building 3: Atrium
Welcome to the Spring semester! The Tribune Trailblazers are starting Tribune Treks, our weekly walks for the semester. Part of our mission is to create opportunities for connection, collaboration, and mutual support, while encouraging a healthy, balanced lifestyle for all participants. In this theme, we invite the campus community to step away from your work areas for a half hour and walk with us.

Walks are planned for a half hour, and anyone is welcome to keep walking beyond that. These are Tuesdays at noon. The meeting place is the Atrium (first floor) in Building 3. From there we will start that day’s walk. Walk routes will vary depending on leader, group interest, and weather as we get into warmer months.

Treks start on Tuesday, February 3rd at 12:00 pm. Bulding 3 Atrium (1st floor).

Souper Bowl
2026-02-06 11:30 - 13:30 | Brighton Room
Employee Wellness is pleased to facilitate a Super Bowl themed employee luncheon event to benefit the Dwight Food Pantry. Employees are encouraged to wear their favorite team colors or jerseys.

Who is eligible to participate? College employees
When: Friday, February 6, 2026
Where: Brighton Room
Time: 11:30am to 1:30pm

Cost: Employees are asked to bring a minimum of one can of soup or a box of crackers for the Dwight Food Pantry. (Soup cans with pop tops are preferred as they do not require a can opener.) Funding for this event is made possible by an employee wellness grant through Excellus.

RSVP for the Souper Bowl

MCC Family Ice Skating Event
2026-02-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Bill Gray’s Iceplex
MCC Employee Wellness’ annual MCC Employee and Family Ice Skating Event. Tim Horton’s Iceplex at 2700 Brighton Henrietta Townline Road (Behind the MCC Brighton Campus)

Saturday, February 7, 2026

Register for the Family Ice Skating
Ice Skating from 4:00pm to 5:15pm
Gathering Room Open 4:00pm to 7:00pm

Food will be ready at 4pm so feel free to join us in the meeting room before or after you skate to lessen the congestion in the meeting room

Free ice skating, free skate rental (if needed), free skater assistant devices for children and free food! (Pizza among other snacks)

This event is for MCC, MCC Foundation, and MCC Association employees and family members

Volunteers Needed!!!
If you are interested in helping out at the event, assistance is needed at the Registration Table, Meeting room and at the Rink. Please contact Tom Winslow (twinslow@monroecc.edu) with your interest.

We hope you will join the MCC Employee Wellness for an evening of family fun!

Tribune Trailblazers Campus Tour
2026-02-10 12:00 - 13:00 | LeRoy V. Good Library: Second Floor
New and learning where things are on the Brighton Campus? Wanting a refresher while connecting with colleagues? Join the Tribune Trailblazer’s, as we take a stroll pointing out different departments and areas of the college as we go.

Register for the Campus Tour walk

Craft Club: Heart-Shaped Pendant
2026-02-12 17:15 - 19:15 | Career Services Library 3-108
Join us for a fun, easy jewelry-making workshop just in time for Valentine’s Day!

Discover how to craft a personalized necklace with a beautiful heart-shaped pendant. This hands-on session is perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind necklace to commemorate a special person or theme that’s meaningful to you.

Participants can use their own photo or select from themed images provided. Photos should be no larger than 1 inch.

Materials Provided:

Heart-shaped pendant frame
Glass dome
Silver-tone ball chain
Themed images
Adhesives

Participation in this Craft Club workshop has a cost of $7. Due to the nature of the activity and the materials involved, space is limited, and materials are purchased based on RSVPs received. Cash payments only will be collected at the event. Light refreshments will be provided.

Register for the Heart Pendant Necklace craft by Thursday, February 5, 2026. In your RSVP, indicate whether you’ll bring your own photo or use a themed image.

Weekly Walking with the Tribune Trailblazers
2026-02-17 12:00 - 12:30, 2026-02-24 12:00 - 12:30 | Building 3: Atrium
Welcome to the Spring semester! The Tribune Trailblazers are starting Tribune Treks, our weekly walks for the semester. Part of our mission is to create opportunities for connection, collaboration, and mutual support, while encouraging a healthy, balanced lifestyle for all participants. In this theme, we invite the campus community to step away from your work areas for a half hour and walk with us.

Walks are planned for a half hour, and anyone is welcome to keep walking beyond that. These are Tuesdays at noon. The meeting place is the Atrium (first floor) in Building 3. From there we will start that day’s walk. Walk routes will vary depending on leader, group interest, and weather as we get into warmer months.
