What we’re about
This workshop and social event offers participants opportunities to learn about and practice communication, consent, and platonic touch. Attendees will practice identifying and asking for what they want, saying no to what they don’t want and yes to what they do want, and exploring platonic touch in a safe and inclusive environment. Our welcoming space makes this an ideal place to get nourished in a variety of ways. If you....
• are looking to connect with an inspiring community
• need a safe place to relax and rejuvenate
• desire physical contact with other people in a non-sexual way
• want to stretch out of your comfort zone
• often find yourself in the role of caretaker, but need a turn to be taken care of
• long to experience the benefits of nurturing and healing touch
....then our platonic touch workshop may be just what you have been looking for.
More details about this event:
WHAT TO EXPECT: The welcome circle/workshop portion of the event introduces participants to the rules of conduct/consent and offers guided exercises to practice these rules. Afterwards, there will be approximately three hours available for practicing touch, eating snacks, or just hanging out. Our event ends with a brief closing circle.
PUNCTUALITY: Allow for traffic and parking in order to be on time. Doors open at 10:30 and close PROMPTLY at 11:00. In order to provide a safe and respectful environment for all participants, there will be no admittance after 11:00.
PARKING: There is limited street parking on San Diego Avenue, as well as surrounding streets like Santa Christina Court, Del Norte Avenue, East Hemlock Avenue, and East Ferndale Avenue. You may also park across the street at Columbia Park, near the tennis courts.
CLOTHING: Wear pajamas or comfortable lounge wear. Shoes are not allowed in the carpeted space where we will be gathering.
FOOD & BEVERAGE: You are invited and encouraged to bring snacks or non-alcoholic beverages to share with the group in the kitchen area.
PERSONAL HYGIENE: Avoid perfumes or any other strongly scented products, as some people may be sensitive to these. Make sure you have showered or bathed recently.
HEALTH: Stay at home if you have a potentially contagious illness. We’ll see you at the next one!
ALLERGIES: We have an indoor/outdoor cat that wanders through our space from time to time, and a dog that will not be present, but her fur might be. If you have any sensitivities or allergies to cats or dogs, please bring appropriate medication or take care of yourself by not attending this event.
TICKETS: You must reserve your spot by purchasing a ticket through Eventbrite. Once you have purchased your ticket through Eventbrite, you will receive a confirmation email.
To learn more about our Platonic Touch workshop & Practice events (also known as Cuddle Parties), click here: http://www.cuddleparty.com/
ABOUT ME: I am a Certified Cuddle Party Facilitator. I also have nearly fifteen years experience working in early childhood and parent education (translation: big emotions don't scare me, so I can hold the space for you when yours come up :). My experiences supporting children and their caregivers helps me bring empathy, compassion, clarity, creativity and strong leadership into my role as a Cuddle Party Facilitator. I love creating space for people to connect, nurture, play, and heal.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please message me through Eventbrite.
All good things, Autumn Vandiver
Upcoming events (3)
See all- HAYWARD Platonic Touch Workshop: March 30th EditionHayward, Hayward, CA
This workshop and social event offers participants opportunities to learn about and practice communication skills, explore consent, and discover the power of platonic touch. Attendees will practice identifying and asking for what they want, saying no to what they don’t want and yes to what they do want, and experimenting with platonic touch in a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. If you...
- have been suffering from skin hunger and lack of touch in your life
- desire physical contact with other people in a non-sexual way
- long for nurturing and healing touch
- need a safe place to relax and rejuvenate
- are looking to connect with an inspiring and welcoming community
- want to stretch out of your comfort zone
- often find yourself in the role of caretaker, but need a turn to be taken care of
- have no idea how to answer the question "what kind of touch do you like?"
- feel overwhelmed by both a desire for connection and a desire to run away from connection
....then our Platonic Touch Workshop & Practice may be just what you have been looking for!
More details about this event:WHAT TO EXPECT: WHAT TO EXPECT: Participants will be required to bring their own rapid antigen Covid test to be taken upon arrival, or show a photo of a rapid antigen test taken the day of the event. Once they have received a negative result or have shown a photo of that day's negative result to the assistant, they will be escorted into the workshop space. The welcome circle and workshop will introduce participants to one another and offer guided exercises and support to practice communication skills. Afterwards, there will be approximately two hours available for practicing touch, eating snacks, or just hanging out. Our event ends a few minutes before 6:00pm with a brief closing circle.
PUNCTUALITY: Allow time for losing your keys and getting caught in traffic and looking for parking in order to be on time. Doors open at 1:00pm and close PROMPTLY at 1:30pm. In order to provide a safe and respectful environment for all participants, there will be no admittance after 1:30pm.
PARKING: There is ample parking in within 2 blocks of the home. It is a 15 minute bus ride plus a 15 minute walk from either Bay Fair BART or Hayward BART. Allow extra time to find parking!
ACCESSIBILITY: No pets live in the home. There is one flight of stairs to climb to attend the event. All gender restroom.
CLOTHING: Wear pajamas or comfortable lounge wear. Shoes are not allowed in the carpeted space where we will be gathering.
FOOD & BEVERAGE: Please bring a snack, a potluck dish, or non-alcoholic beverages to share with the group in the kitchen area.
PERSONAL HYGIENE: Avoid perfumes or any other strongly scented products, as some people may be sensitive to these. Make sure you have showered or bathed recently.
TICKETS: You must reserve your spot by purchasing a ticket through Eventbrite: https://HaywardPlatonicTouch033024.eventbrite.com
Once you have purchased your ticket, you will receive a confirmation email with exact location details. Your email address will also be added to the Platonic Touch email list, so you can receive emails about upcoming events, as well as links to register. You can unsubscribe to this list at any time.
FINANCIAL AID: If you are facing financial hardship, I invite you to use the promo code SUPPORT to get a 50% discount on your ticket. There are a limited number of these discounted tickets available, so please only apply it if you need the discount in order to attend.
Join us on Bloom to connect and chat before the event! https://bl.ooo/m/hayward-platonic-touch-workshop-march-30th-editio
ABOUT ME: I am a Certified Cuddle Party Facilitator. I also have more than ten years experience working in the field of early childhood and parent education which help me bring empathy, compassion, clarity, creativity and strong leadership into my role as a Cuddle Party Facilitator. I love creating safe spaces for people to connect to themselves and each other.
To learn more about Cuddle Parties, click here: http://www.cuddleparty.com/ (I choose to call my events Platonic Touch Workshops & Practice because I have found that the term "cuddle party" can be intimidating to individuals new to the world of platonic touch. It's important to me that my events appeal to a broad spectrum of people and feel safe for everyone. If you are feeling intimidated about attending, please know that one of the foundational rules of our events is that you never have to touch anyone you don't want to, ever. In fact, not touching or cuddling is always an available and viable option. Aside from practicing touch, there is also space for chatting, writing, coloring, reading, napping, and eating snacks!)
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please message me through Eventbrite.All good things,
Autumn Vandiver - SANTA CLARA Platonic Touch Workshop: April 7th EditionSanta Clara, Santa Clara, CA
This workshop and social event offers participants opportunities to learn about and practice communication skills, explore consent, and discover the power of platonic touch. Attendees will practice identifying and asking for what they want, saying no to what they don’t want and yes to what they do want, and experimenting with platonic touch in a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. If you...
- have been suffering from skin hunger and lack of touch in your life
- desire physical contact with other people in a non-sexual way
- long for nurturing and healing touch
- need a safe place to relax and rejuvenate
- are looking to connect with an inspiring and welcoming community
- want to stretch out of your comfort zone
- often find yourself in the role of caretaker, but need a turn to be taken care of
- have no idea how to answer the question "what kind of touch do you like?"
- feel overwhelmed by both a desire for connection and a desire to run away from connection
....then our Platonic Touch Workshop & Practice may be just what you have been looking for!
More details about this event:WHAT TO EXPECT: WHAT TO EXPECT: Participants will be required to bring their own rapid antigen Covid test to be taken upon arrival, or show a photo of a rapid antigen test taken the day of the event. Once they have received a negative result or have shown a photo of that day's negative result to the assistant, they will be escorted into the workshop space. The welcome circle and workshop will introduce participants to one another and offer guided exercises and support to practice communication skills. Afterwards, there will be approximately two hours available for practicing touch, eating snacks, or just hanging out. Our event ends a few minutes before 6:00pm with a brief closing circle.
PUNCTUALITY: Allow time for losing your keys and getting caught in traffic and looking for parking in order to be on time. Doors open at 1:00pm and close PROMPTLY at 1:30pm. In order to provide a safe and respectful environment for all participants, there will be no admittance after 1:30pm.
PARKING: There is plenty of street parking within 2-3 blocks of the home. Allow extra time to find parking!
ACCESSIBILITY: No pets live in the home. There is one flight of stairs to climb to attend the event, and another flight of stairs to reach the all gender restroom.
CLOTHING: Wear pajamas or comfortable lounge wear. Shoes are not allowed in the carpeted space where we will be gathering.
FOOD & BEVERAGE: Please bring a snack, a potluck dish, or non-alcoholic beverages to share with the group in the kitchen area.
PERSONAL HYGIENE: Avoid perfumes or any other strongly scented products, as some people may be sensitive to these. Make sure you have showered or bathed recently.
TICKETS: You must reserve your spot by purchasing a ticket through Eventbrite: https://SantaClaraPlatonicTouch040724.eventbrite.com
Once you have purchased your ticket, you will receive a confirmation email with exact location details. Your email address will also be added to the Platonic Touch email list, so you can receive emails about upcoming events, as well as links to register. You can unsubscribe to this list at any time.
FINANCIAL AID: If you are facing financial hardship, I invite you to use the promo code SUPPORT to get a 50% discount on your ticket.
Join us on Bloom to connect and chat before the event! https://bl.ooo/m/santa-clara-platonic-touch-workshop-april-7th-edi
ABOUT ME: I am a Certified Cuddle Party Facilitator. I also have more than ten years experience working in the field of early childhood and parent education which help me bring empathy, compassion, clarity, creativity and strong leadership into my role as a Cuddle Party Facilitator. I love creating safe spaces for people to connect to themselves and each other.
To learn more about Cuddle Parties, click here: http://www.cuddleparty.com/ (I choose to call my events Platonic Touch Workshops & Practice because I have found that the term "cuddle party" can be intimidating to individuals new to the world of platonic touch. It's important to me that my events appeal to a broad spectrum of people and feel safe for everyone. If you are feeling intimidated about attending, please know that one of the foundational rules of our events is that you never have to touch anyone you don't want to, ever. In fact, not touching or cuddling is always an available and viable option. Aside from practicing touch, there is also space for chatting, writing, coloring, reading, napping, and eating snacks!)
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please message me through Eventbrite.All good things,
Autumn Vandiver - HAYWARD Platonic Touch Workshop: April 28th EditionHayward, Hayward, CA
This workshop and social event offers participants opportunities to learn about and practice communication skills, explore consent, and discover the power of platonic touch. Attendees will practice identifying and asking for what they want, saying no to what they don’t want and yes to what they do want, and experimenting with platonic touch in a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. If you...
- have been suffering from skin hunger and lack of touch in your life
- desire physical contact with other people in a non-sexual way
- long for nurturing and healing touch
- need a safe place to relax and rejuvenate
- are looking to connect with an inspiring and welcoming community
- want to stretch out of your comfort zone
- often find yourself in the role of caretaker, but need a turn to be taken care of
- have no idea how to answer the question "what kind of touch do you like?"
- feel overwhelmed by both a desire for connection and a desire to run away from connection
....then our Platonic Touch Workshop & Practice may be just what you have been looking for!
More details about this event:WHAT TO EXPECT: WHAT TO EXPECT: Participants will be required to bring their own rapid antigen Covid test to be taken upon arrival, or show a photo of a rapid antigen test taken the day of the event. Once they have received a negative result or have shown a photo of that day's negative result to the assistant, they will be escorted into the workshop space. The welcome circle and workshop will introduce participants to one another and offer guided exercises and support to practice communication skills. Afterwards, there will be approximately two hours available for practicing touch, eating snacks, or just hanging out. Our event ends a few minutes before 6:00pm with a brief closing circle.
PUNCTUALITY: Allow time for losing your keys and getting caught in traffic and looking for parking in order to be on time. Doors open at 1:00pm and close PROMPTLY at 1:30pm. In order to provide a safe and respectful environment for all participants, there will be no admittance after 1:30pm.
PARKING: There is ample parking in within 2 blocks of the home. It is a 15 minute bus ride plus a 15 minute walk from either Bay Fair BART or Hayward BART. Allow extra time to find parking!
ACCESSIBILITY: No pets live in the home. There is one flight of stairs to climb to attend the event. All gender restroom.
CLOTHING: Wear pajamas or comfortable lounge wear. Shoes are not allowed in the carpeted space where we will be gathering.
FOOD & BEVERAGE: Please bring a snack, a potluck dish, or non-alcoholic beverages to share with the group in the kitchen area.
PERSONAL HYGIENE: Avoid perfumes or any other strongly scented products, as some people may be sensitive to these. Make sure you have showered or bathed recently.
TICKETS: You must reserve your spot by purchasing a ticket through Eventbrite: https://HaywardPlatonicTouch042824.eventbrite.com
Once you have purchased your ticket, you will receive a confirmation email with exact location details. Your email address will also be added to the Platonic Touch email list, so you can receive emails about upcoming events, as well as links to register. You can unsubscribe to this list at any time.
FINANCIAL AID: If you are facing financial hardship, I invite you to use the promo code SUPPORT to get a 50% discount on your ticket. There are a limited number of these discounted tickets available, so please only apply it if you need the discount in order to attend.
Join us on Bloom to connect and chat before the event!
ABOUT ME: I am a Certified Cuddle Party Facilitator. I also have more than ten years experience working in the field of early childhood and parent education which help me bring empathy, compassion, clarity, creativity and strong leadership into my role as a Cuddle Party Facilitator. I love creating safe spaces for people to connect to themselves and each other.
To learn more about Cuddle Parties, click here: http://www.cuddleparty.com/ (I choose to call my events Platonic Touch Workshops & Practice because I have found that the term "cuddle party" can be intimidating to individuals new to the world of platonic touch. It's important to me that my events appeal to a broad spectrum of people and feel safe for everyone. If you are feeling intimidated about attending, please know that one of the foundational rules of our events is that you never have to touch anyone you don't want to, ever. In fact, not touching or cuddling is always an available and viable option. Aside from practicing touch, there is also space for chatting, writing, coloring, reading, napping, and eating snacks!)
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please message me through Eventbrite.All good things,
Autumn Vandiver