Life across the Heartland

Happenings

Gather, serve, and learn from one another. Find a next step in the life of the region.

A large group gathered in front of a painted tree at a community conference — Building Vibrant Communities conference, Minnesota, 2022 · Photo: Nancy Wong

Upcoming gatherings

Schools, conversations, and regional gatherings offer space to study, form friendships, and reflect on experience.

No upcoming gatherings are listed here at present. Ask the Council about current opportunities.

Opportunities for service

Begin with a conversation about your interests and the needs of your community. The training institute offers a path of preparation and ongoing learning.

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Youth and service

Explore a path of learning and service alongside others in your community.

Explore service

Stories from our region

Experiences of community life can help others learn: what people tried, what they discovered, and the questions they are exploring.

Have an experience to contribute? Offer a story for the website.

Explore regional stories