More Calm, Less Stress: An Experiential Evening with Author Megy Karydes

Tue May 05 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:30 pm UTC-05:00

Fabrik Chicago | Chicago

Read & Run Tours
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More Calm, Less Stress: An Experiential Evening with Author Megy Karydes
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Join author Megy Karydes and Chicago community leaders for an evening of workshops inspired by her book, 50 Ways to More Calm, Less Stress.
About this Event

This Mental Health Awareness Month, spend an evening discovering simple, science-backed ways to feel calmer in everyday life.

Join Megy Karydes, author of , for an intimate evening exploring practical techniques to reduce anxiety and support your mental health.

Inspired by her time in nature, Megy realized there are far more ways to quiet a racing mind than yoga and meditation—and many can be easily woven into our daily routines.

At this interactive event, you’ll meet Megy and experience several of the science-backed practices featured in her book through hands-on workshops, including:

  • Floral therapy with Vanessa Flowers of Flowers Girls Meet
  • Bookbinding with Regin Igloria of North Branch Projects
  • Walking + nature therapy with Anthony Scott of Chicago Gents Who Stroll and nature educator Bonnie Tawse

Ease into the warmer months with restorative activities and stress-relieving ideas you may have never considered.

Your ticket includes:

  • Three workshops
  • A take-home mini-bouquet
  • A pamphlet-style book
  • Light dinner
  • Professional photos
  • A copy of 50 Ways to More Calm, Less Stress provided by our bookstore partner, Madison Street Books
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Fabrik Chicago, 440 North Wells Street, Chicago, United States

Tickets

USD 55.20

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