Events + Workshops
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Monthly Menstruality Circle
This month’s gathering will include guided meditation and gentle movement practice to support connection with the rhythms of the menstrual cycle. Together, we’ll also explore the co-creation of a future community offering. Learn about the Menstrual Somatics Method and receive a glimpse into Melany Birdsong’s forthcoming research on transforming menstrual challenges into pathways of healing.
Come as you are, and be part of this living, breathing practice of cyclic connection.
Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Online via Zoom (link provided following registration)
Cost: By donation
Register via link below (scroll down to “Group Events”).
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Monthly Menstruality Circle
Menstruality: the womb continuum from menarche through menopause and beyond.
These monthly circles support our shared experience as a unified community of women and provide a healing space in which to explore the full spectrum of divine femininity.
In February we will explore the relationship between the menstrual cycle and menopause, specifically, how each menstrual cycle prepares you for this potent biopsychosocial/spiritual initiation.
This circle will also feature womb-centric art by local women.
Date: Friday, February 2, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Sacred Groves, Bainbridge Island, Washington
Cost: By donation ($20 donation suggested)
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Shared Stories: Abortion
Break the cycle of silence and shame.
Whether you've experienced abortion, or are considering or preparing for abortion, this is an invitation to share your story, learn from other women, and receive compassionate listening and non-judgmental support in a confidential container.
This circle will also feature womb-centric art by local women.
Date: Thursday, February 1, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Sacred Groves, Bainbridge Island, Washington
Cost: By donation ($15 donation suggested)
Bless Your Bleed
Date: Saturday, November 18th, 2023
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Sacred Groves, Bainbridge Island, Washington
A Learning Circle at Sacred Groves
How you bleed matters. Your menstrual cycle is a reflection of your overall psychospiritual and physical health, and your bleed-time offers many cues to support your healing and evolution.
(By the way, the health of your cycling years also impacts how you will ultimately navigate through menopause, and it is never too early (or too late) to start preparing your body/mind for this potent initiation!)
This learning circle will explore the importance of “blessing your bleed” - a conscious tending of your body/mind throughout the seasons of your menstrual cycle and especially during your bleed (the Inner Winter of your cycle).
During this Circle you will:
- Learn about the five chambers of menstruation (Separation, Surrender, Renewal, Visioning, Clarity and Direction) and how to work with them.
- Learn how to read your menstrual blood for early warning signs of potential imbalances in your body.
- Gain knowledge of specific practices that support a healthful menstrual cycle and an easeful bleed.
- Understand the vaginal microbiome and ways to support your invisible friends.
- Learn about supportive herbal allies and gentle movement practices that alleviate menstrual symptoms.
- Learn supportive rituals for blessing your bleed.
- Learn about how natural, re-useable menstrual products support the health of your vagina and your relationship to your bleed.
- Sip a nourishing womb-tonic and take home the recipe.