About this Event
Jolabokaflod, loosely translated as “Christmas book flood,” is an Icelandic tradition that originated in 1944: the year Iceland gained its independence from Denmark. In the aftermath of World War II, Iceland, as well as most European nations, experienced supply shortages, and consequently, found it necessary to ration commodities. There was one exception - paper, and thus started an Icelandic tradition of exchanging books and chocolate on Christmas Eve. (Did someone say heaven?) ✨
The Shakti Support Council thought it would be fun to have a similar tradition at Shakti in the Mountains, and therefore, invite the community to participate in our own version of Jolabokaflod. In addition to books and chocolate, there will be a crafting station where folks are invited to make their own bookmarks, room spray, and bath salts. Shakti also will provide homemade bread and soup.
Each participant is asked to bring a wrapped book (gently used or new) affixed with a label that describes the genre but does not give the title. Wrapped books will be exchanged with an opportunity to trade if you pick up a book title that you have already read. Participants, who are able, are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food donation for the Little Free Pantry too.
Registration covers the cost of the food as well as craft supplies. Please email us if you have any food allergies.
✨ Event Details
Sunday, December 20 • 3 to 5 pm
Limited to 30 people
$15
Additional Details:
Registration required. Registration closes 24 hours prior to the event.
The registration fee is non-refundable unless the event is canceled by the facilitator.
Parking Information
Shakti in the Mountains Website
✨ Facilitated by The Shakti Support Council
Event venue & nearby stays
Shakti in the Mountains, 409 East Unaka Avenue, Johnson City, United States
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