Mentor Development
For December, the challenges will center around the theme of Family. To start, talk to your mentee about the people in their family. Who do they live with? Is there any other family nearby that they spend time with or are close with? Do they have other family members who don’t live with them? If you already know these things about your mentee, try learning more about the people in their family – what do they do for work? How old are they? Where did they/do they go to school? This may be a difficult subject for some mentees to talk about. Perhaps you could start by sharing about your family. The goal is to learn about the people they are surrounded by and who have an influence on them. Be sure to talk, listen and learn together!
In December you will be discussing Communication in your coaching meetings. Be sure to check out the articles and videos here.
Activity Ideas
Free Bird and Nature Adventure at Tenney Park
Saturdays: December 7
2:30-4:00pm
Nature-expert guided walks in Tenney Park along Lake Mendota and the Yahara River Parkway bike path through the Madison Isthmus are free, family-friendly and held the first Saturday of each month, from 2:30-4pm. The walk begins at the Tenney Beach parking lot, 1330 Sherman Avenue. No registration is required.
Free Community Carol Sing
Saturday, December 7; 11:00am-12:00pm
Overture Center
Bring your pipes, and your friends and family, to raise a joyful noise with the Overture Concert Organ. Always a fan favorite, the Carol Sing will get everyone in the mood for Christmas. Join Madison Symphony Orchestra Principal Organist Greg Zelek for this wonderful event that is sure to delight audiences of all ages.
MSO Hymn and Carol Sings are free and open to the public. All ages are welcome, and no tickets or reservations are needed. Each event takes place in Overture Hall and lasts 45 minutes to one hour.
Teen/Tween Makers Market
Saturday, December 14; 2:30-4:00pm
Monroe Street Arts Center – 1732 West Lawn Ave, Madison
Come join us for our annual Makers Market featuring young talented artists! It’s the perfect place to kick-start your holiday shopping. With a variety of vendors offering unique and handmade items, you’re sure to find a gift for someone special.
Jazz at Sequoya: Gerri DiMaggio Quartet
Saturday, December 21; 2:00-4:00pm
Sequoya Library – 4340 Tokay Blvd, Madison
Join us for Saturday Jazz! This month, we welcome the Gerri DiMaggio Quartet. With the sound of a night club singer right out of a 1940s film noir, Gerri DiMaggio evokes romantic nostalgia with a modern edge. Her expressive singing, warm earthiness, and emotional insight prove that she is a true believer in the power of storytelling. That is their goal: to inspire joy through music. Jazz at Sequoya features local musicians on the third Saturday of every month.
We love seeing photos of you and your mentee spending time together! Please share them with us via your coach or using the hashtag #intentionalmentoringmadison
Mentor Coaching Group Meeting Dates
We switched to monthly one-on-one coaching meetings. Your coach will reach out to you to schedule your next meeting.
If you have a change in personal information (phone/address/email) please respond to this email or notify your mentor coach ASAP.
If you have questions or need help with a situation and can’t reach your coach, contact:
Katie Mae katiemae@intentionalmentoringmadison.org
Katie katie@intentionalmentoringmadison.org
Franny franny@intentionalmentoringmadison.org
All the best,
Intentional Mentoring