Rhythm of the Wheel: Imbolc Gathering

We gather to celebrate Imbolc, the festival of returning light and quiet beginnings. Rooted in Celtic tradition, Imbolc is associated with Brigid, goddess of hearth and home, poetry and inspiration, healing, and sacred waters. It is a gentle turning of the Wheel, a moment of warmth held within winter, when the promise of renewal is first felt.

Imbolc falls midway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, when the days begin to noticeably lengthen and the sun slowly regains its strength. Though the land may still appear dormant, life is stirring beneath the surface. Astrologically, this time often aligns with Aquarius season, inviting fresh perspective, vision, and the spark of new ideas beginning to take shape.

Traditionally, this was a time to light candles, tend hearth fires, and bless homes and thresholds. Brigid was believed to walk the land, offering protection and inspiration as winter loosened its hold. Imbolc invites us to tend our own inner flame — to listen for what is ready to be born, and to gently nurture creativity, healing, and hope as we step toward spring.

During our Imbolc gathering, we will:

• Sit in a Imbolc sacred women's circle to share, sing, reflect, and renew
• Enjoy seasonal, Imbolc-inspired appetizers & herbal tea in community
• Create an adorable needle felted Imbolc lamb using local wool fiber

This gathering is designed to be welcoming, grounded, and accessible — no prior experience with seasonal celebrations is required. Come as you are, and bring your curiosity, presence, and heart.

No prior crafting experience is necessary. All materials will be provided. You will receive a beginners needle felting kit that includes a felting pad and needles that you will be yours to take home with you for future projects.

Appetizers will be gluten-free and there will be dairy-free options as well. Herbal tea will be seasonal, organic, and caffeine-free. Our venue, Tumalo Fiber, is a block away from the The Bite food trucks in downtown Tumalo that many of us will go over to after the event to eat dinner together. This is after we finish crafting and close circle around 7:30 pm and totally optional. This is not a part of the event or included in the event price.

Advance registration is required. Space is limited to keep the gathering intimate.

We look forward to welcoming you into our circle as we celebrate Imbolc together!

— Rhythm of the Wheel

(lovingly tended by Courtney Kinder)

Any questions: email us at [email protected]

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Tumalo Fiber, 19861 8th Street, Bend, United States

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