Girlfriends’ Getaway Weekend

Sample events from March 2018

FRIDAY

“Ladies’ Night” Dance Party

Grab a drink at the cash bar and dance the night away at our “Ladies Night” themed DJ dance party with Dave Leonard.

SATURDAY

Zumba® Dance “Party”

Let the “party” get started and dance your way into a better body! Feel good and have fun with one of our certified Zumba® instructors. No previous experience necessary, just a desire to move to the music! Please wear athletic clothing and sneakers.

Makeup Demonstration with La Bella Donna

Join Kesha Smigh from La Bella Donna, for-a-hands on tutorial using their all natural mineral makeup products.  You will leave the demonstration full of knowledge and with great feeling skin!

Cocktail Demonstration and Tasting

Join a member of Mohonk’s Beverage department as they share their tips and tricks to making a series of delicious cocktails.

*Note: Pre-registration is required with a $30 per person program fee for admittance to the tasting. Space is limited. Participants must be age 21 or over to attend.

Live Music: Big Blue Band

The band has been exciting crowds for the past two decades with music that gets you on your feet! Directed by saxophonist Jason Clinton, with vocalist Kate Weston, this 17 piece big band performs popular dance music from the 40’s to the present. Join us for a memorable evening of fun!

SUNDAY

Forest Bathing: Mindfulness In Nature

The term “forest bathing” or “shinrin-yoku” has been used in Japanese writings and research to describe the sense of well-being that comes from being outdoors immersed in nature. Come on a Mindfulness in Nature walk with Nina Smiley Ph.D., as she guides you through wooded trails, alongside timeless cliffs and our crystal-clear lake. Embrace your senses with this unique walk before you enjoy brunch!

MEET OUR PROGRAM LEADERS

JTD Productions

JTD Productions is a boutique DJ and events company owned and operated by Dave Leonard. “Our DJs love music and want you to have the best party of your life; we know how integral our role is to make that happen. Our style is unobtrusive yet present and we control the flow with the music and not the mic. We honor your unique tastes; we’re hip without being esoteric and accessible without being cheesy.”

Kesha Smith

Kesha is a dedicated industry leader committed to the health and preservation of your naturally beautiful skin. With 20 years of experience, she has discovered her life long passion and dedication to anti aging and the enhancement of beauty. A licensed Aesthetician, certified makeup artist, trainer and lash technician, Kesha has lead an exciting career.As a Studio Artist with Smashbox cosmetics and Celebrity Artist with Fashion Fair cosmetics, Kesha has taught master classes, led trend shows and worked side by side with National artists on set, during fashion shows and print work.Her love of Aesthetics has afforded her the opportunity to grace spa clients with her gentle touch and educate them through her extensive knowledge of skincare.

Nina Smiley, Ph.D.

Nina Smiley, Ph.D. graduated from Vassar College and earned a doctoral degree in psychology from Princeton University. She is co-author of The Three Minute Meditator, Mindfulness in Nature, and the CD Mini-Meditations That Will Enhance Your Life. Nina taught psychology at the University of Maryland and worked at the American Psychological Association. She has studied mindfulness with Jack Kornfield (founder of Spirit Rock Meditation Center), Sharon Salzberg (co-founder of Insight Meditation Society), Joseph Goldstein, and others. Nina’s work has been featured in The New York Times, Prevention, Real Simple, Shape, and Marie Claire. She delights in sharing insights about mindfulness meditation and well-being.