Events
Every year we host events for our members, grantees and donors.
Please see a list of our upcoming events below.
2025-2026 Events
Annual Reception
2025
Wednesday, June 18
5:30 - 7:30 pm
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Our annual meeting is always a highlight—especially this past June as we celebrated our 20th year. The festive evening is a time for members to gather together, share stories, and bring those interested in learning more about our Circle. During a brief business meeting, we elect officers for the coming year and hear directly from our grantees about the programs we help make possible. The energy and inspiration of women supporting women through philanthropy and shared purpose set the tone for the year ahead.
The 2024 reception was held Wednesday, June 18, at Pond Hill Farm in Harbor Springs, MI.
All members receive an invitation in the mail. If you are not yet a member and would like to attend the 2026 Annual Reception, please contact us at info@hestiacircle.org
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Annual Reception
2025
Wednesday, June 18
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Our annual meeting is always a highlight—especially this past June as we celebrated our 20th year. The festive evening is a time for members to gather together, share stories, and bring those interested in learning more about our Circle. During a brief business meeting, we elected officers for the coming year and heard directly from our grantees about the programs we help make possible. The energy and inspiration of women supporting women through philanthropy and shared purpose always sets the tone for the year ahead.
The 2025 reception was held Wednesday, June 18, at Pond Hill Farm in Harbor Springs, MI.
All members receive an invitation in the mail to this annual event. If you are not yet a member and would like to attend the 2026 Annual Reception, please contact us by email.
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Learning Series: How our Community is Supporting Women and Girls through Cuts in Services and Funding
2025
Wednesday, Nov. 5
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan
How our Community is Supporting Women and Girls through Cuts in Services and Funding is presented by DJ Jones, Executive Director of the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation, and Sara Ward, President of the Charlevoix Community Foundation. Community Foundations have the pulse of the communities they serve. There will be a Q and A session following the presentation.
For those attending in person, there will also be an opportunity to tour the new Women’s Resource Center at 2225 Summit Park Dr., Petoskey. Wine and light appetizers will be served.
RSVP and/or request the Zoom sign in by email.
The Learning Series schedule is subject to change. Updates can be found on Hestia’s Facebook page.
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Learning Series: Emmet County Plan
2025
Wednesday, Nov. 19
Held via Zoom
The Learning Series on the Emmet County Plan is presented by Planning and Zoning Director Tammy Doernenburg, who will cover questions such as:
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What are the issues identified by citizens?
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How are they being addressed in the planning process?
Request the Zoom sign in by email.
The Learning Series schedule is subject to change. Updates can be found on Hestia’s Facebook page.
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Learning Series: Health Department of NW Michigan
2025
Wednesday, Dec. 10
Held via Zoom
The Learning Series on the Health Department of NW Michigan is presented by Director of Family Health Melissa Hahn, who will cover questions such as:
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What are the health challenges of our community?
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What impact have state and federal budgets had on our citizens?
Request the Zoom sign in by email.
The Learning Series schedule is subject to change. Updates can be found on Hestia’s Facebook page.
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Learning Series: TBA
2026
Wednesday, Jan. 14
TBA
Stay tuned for the announcement of our January 2026 Learning Series event.
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Learning Series: The Manna Food Project
2026
Wednesday, Feb. 4
Held via Zoom
The Learning Series on the Manna Food Project is presented by Carrie Klingelsmith, Executive Director who will cover questions such as:
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What impact have state and federal budget cuts had the provision of food?
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How are the food banks addressing the issues?
Request the Zoom sign in by email.
The Learning Series schedule is subject to change. Updates can be found on Hestia’s Facebook page.
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Learning Series: TBA
2026
Wednesday, March 4
TBA
Stay tuned for the announcement of our March 2026 Learning Series event.
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Learning Series: Sex Trafficking
2026
Wednesday, April 1
Held via Zoom
Women's Resource Center of Northern Michigan will address the issue of sex trafficking, covering questions such as:
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What is the extent of this problem locally?
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How has our community organized to address sex trafficking?
Request the Zoom sign in by email.
The Learning Series schedule is subject to change. Updates can be found on Hestia’s Facebook page.
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Annual Reception
2026
June
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Our Annual Meeting is the highlight of the Hestia year—a joyful gathering that blends celebration, purpose, and connection. Members come together to enjoy one another’s company and are encouraged to bring a friend who may be interested in learning more about our Circle.
During a brief business session, we elect officers for the coming year and hear updates from our grantees, who share the inspiring work made possible through Hestia’s support. The energy of women coming together to uplift women and girls is truly powerful!
Date to be announced. All members receive an invitation in the mail to this annual event. If you are not yet a member and would like to attend the 2026 Annual Reception, please contact us by email.
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