Imbolc Embodiment

Tickets must be purchased in advance to secure your spot in class. Please register and pay at the link below ASAP:

https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=37285931&appointmentType=87683070

Let’s gather and celebrate on the eve of Imbolc, an ancient Celtic and Gaelic holy-day, and invoke the protection of Brigid, the Celtic goddess of inspiration, as we honor the sacred land that surrounds us as it begins to stir from winter’s slumber. Also known as St Brigid’s Day, Imbolc marks the beginning of spring and was traditionally celebrated at the start of February, halfway between the winter solstice and spring equinox.

On this magical evening, we’ll experience the origins of this festival through ritual, song, dance/embodiment, merriment, and good food. Held safely within a community container, we’ll deeply connect to one another and nature in an uplifting and celebratory way. This event will be potluck so that everyone can leave well-fed and nourished. All humans welcome, ages 12+.

Itinerary:
6:00-6:20pm Arrive & settle in
6:20-7:00pm Opening circle & ritual
7:00-8:00pm Brigid embodiment movement, and/or dance
8:00-9:00pm Connect, snack, & merry making
(for those that are not inclined to dance, you’ll have the option to practice embodiment though gentle movement, breath, and presence as you bear witness to those dancing about the room)

What to Wear: Adorn yourself in clothing and accessories that help you to embody the feeling of spring awakening or Brighid herself. Colors associated with her are green, white, red, blue, gold or yellow. The studio is a shoe-free space so you may want socks or slippers to keep your feet warm.

What to Bring:
1. A potluck dish or snack to share (water, tea, and decaf coffee provided)
2. A back jack or floor cushion (if you need more than a folded blanket to be comfortably seated on the floor; blankets will be provided and chairs are available to those that need them)
3. An offering to Brigid that will be placed on our community altar (all personal items will be returned to the owner unless its a biodegradable offering that can safely be released into the river)

When: Saturday 1/31 from 6-9pm

Location & Parking:

The Way Home Studio is located at 8435 SE Stark St. Portland, OR.
There's plenty of street parking around the neighborhood as well as the "bus lane" directly in front of the building on the North side of Stark St. Look for the brick building on the North side of Stark street under the 'Progressive' sign.

Suggested Donation: $30-$60
You can purchase your ticket at the link below. If you need to make an in person payment, please contact Ida directly.
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=37285931&appointmentType=87683070

About Your Host: Ida is an American born Scandinavian Folk Medicine Practitioner. Her medicine is rooted in nature based connection, animism, ancestor veneration, Nordic paganism, and European folk traditions. To learn more about how you can work with Ida, visit[ [www.IdaCavewoman.com](http://www.idacavewoman.com/)](http://www.idacavewoman.com/).