Testimonials & Stories

“I walk around, say ‘Hi’ to people, take care of my chickens. I like having lots of new people in the house. I like the cooking in the mornings. It’s nice living here.”

— Mishka

“Lindsay has found a wonderful home filled with friends, work and meaning. She loves her house (both all the people and Paws the cat!). Lindsay prides herself being a weaver, as family and friends are always at the ready to buy the marvelous creations that come off her loom. She has found confidence and joy.”

—Slade Lindsay’s dad

“I like doing tours and meeting people from around the world, and also being a board member and a vegetable gardener. We are a shared lifestyle community and work with people’s abilities. You will learn so much and get very healthy walking around the community. Everyone is so welcoming and likes to talk to you.”

— Emily

“I like the social life, festivals, and parties. I like to share my life with other people and a family. I like cooking and teamwork. Camphill Village is my home, and I hope for the future of Camphill.”

— Ernesto

“When my parents were deciding about me moving to Camphill, I told them not to be sad, because I have lots of friends here. I could really be happy and that’s why I chose to live in Camphill Village.”

— Suzanne

“Life in Camphilll means that you meet someone and work with them—with trust and willingness in order to be helpful. A new life begins within yourself.”

— Lulu

“I like being part of the farm, and I like going to Russet and Aspen (houses). I like living in a comfortable house with nice people. I love spending time with the cows and I really like to spend time with Bill and Brandon in the Village.”

 

—Willem

“I like weeding, I like sorting the seeds, I like living with my friends. I like taking care of the baby. I like it here so much.”

 

— Finot

“I like talking with young volunteers in different languages. I am learning real gardening skills. Lavender and rosemary are two of my favorite herbs, and I’m learning how to grow and care for them.”

 

—Bill

“Elisabeth has found in Camphill something few people achieve in life—community, meaningful work and the support of a host of friends who truly love her. Her infectious laugh and artistic spirit in turn brighten the entire Village. Elisabeth is Camphill.”

 

—Louis brother of Elisabeth

“Camphill has provided Ellen with the enriched social life that she has always craved. We are so grateful for Camphill and its dedicated co-workers. It is a unique, caring and beautiful place!”

—Marsha Ellen’s mom
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🌚 We thank our Finance Office for throwing our community a *stellar* ice cream social during the eclipse yesterday. We all gathered at the top of Brookledge Garden with our special glasses, noticed the shifts in our environment, reminisced about previous eclipse experiences, and alerted each other when clouds moved away from the main spectacle. Many thanks to Crescent Creamery in Pittsfields, MA for so generously donating our delicious ice cream!🌚 ... See MoreSee Less

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🌚 We thank our Finance Office for throwing our community a *stellar* ice cream social during the eclipse yesterday. We all gathered at the top of Brookledge Garden with our special glasses, noticed the shifts in our environment, reminisced about previous eclipse experiences, and alerted each other when clouds moved away from the main spectacle. Many thanks to Crescent Creamery in Pittsfields, MA for so generously donating our delicious ice cream!🌚Image attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment

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I heard you paired the eclipse with ice cream! What a combo. 😉

A very special event topped off with ice cream. What could be better.❤️

Looks like everyone enjoyed it!

Yesterday's afternoon Palm Sunday activities began with an informative and thought-provoking talk by Rev. Peter Skaller from the Christian Community. He encouraged us to ask, "Am I my brother's keeper?" We followed our gathering with a sunny walk to places in Camphill Village that are planned for future construction, where we sang and recited blessings upon the land. ... See MoreSee Less

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Yesterdays afternoon Palm Sunday activities began with an informative and thought-provoking talk by Rev. Peter Skaller from the Christian Community. He encouraged us to ask, Am I my brothers keeper? We followed our gathering with a sunny walk to places in Camphill Village that are planned for future construction, where we sang and recited blessings upon the land.Image attachmentImage attachment+6Image attachment

The vegetable garden crew was harvesting fresh spinach in their greenhouse on this beautiful, sunny afternoon! The spinach will be packaged for our community members to use in our households. Ernesto says he especially likes spinach in smoothies 🌱 ... See MoreSee Less

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The vegetable garden crew was harvesting fresh spinach in their greenhouse on this beautiful, sunny afternoon! The spinach will be packaged for our community members to use in our households. Ernesto says he especially likes spinach in smoothies 🌱

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Great work on progress 👏.

Great day to be doing some gardening!

Hello Ernesto! Great photo!

Hi Ernesto ! Good to see you enjoying work in the sunshine

That's a great picture.... Emily is that you?

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