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Board of Directors

Spirit of Bohemia Mining Days is led by a volunteer Board of Directors — community members who help guide the mission, support long-term planning, and keep a Cottage Grove tradition strong.
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Board Members
Introducing the Board of Directors leading Spirit of Bohemia Mining Days.

Linda Oxley

President

Jeremy Ferguson

Vice President

Brandi Presley

Secretary

Kathleen Lippens

Treasurer

Matthew Hewlett

Executive Director

Amber Henline

Board Member

Bradly Shepherd

Board Member

Cathy Simmons

Board Member

Dave Light

Board Member

David DeRienzo

Board Member

Dylan Mann

Board Member

Nicholas Johnson

Board Member

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✨ Executive Director ✨

Matthew Hewlett

Matthew Hewlett

I got my start at Bohemia Mining Days in 2019 with the Jail Cell Photobooth and helped with the Art Show we hosted that year. Each year since, the Jail Cell Photobooth has been a favorite among the citizens of Cottage Grove. In 2024, I stepped up to lead the Spirit of BMD celebration to ensure the event continued. Now, I am the Executive Director of Spirit of Bohemia Mining Days, a nonprofit dedicated to celebrating Cottage Grove's history, fostering community engagement, and inspiring future leaders through the annual festival and year-round initiatives.