Spring Equinox Celebration - A Year In 8 Seasons - TORONTO

Spring Equinox Celebration

This is a time of year when people in the northern hemisphere, while still experiencing the persistent cold of Winter, are noticing the growing light and preparing for the sowing of Spring seeds.

Gather over a seasonal beverage and treat and explore the themes of the season. Draw on Nature’s intelligence and ask for her guidance. Reflect on and share the wisdoms received. Tap into the wisdom of early Spring with a 'Jam Ceremony' infused with embodied practices, inspiring reflection, resonant spoken word, and circle singing! Then, stay for some social time over a warm beverage and simple, seasonal snack.

Join us in taking cues from this season’s balance of night and day, as we practice holding our own balance while transitioning from the wintry season of rest to the season of new starts.

lay all your aches and yearnings

at the feet of this New Sun

give them over

to this bright new Light

where undreamt beloved things

might be found

- Niki André

Part 5 in a series of seasonal gatherings that connect land, people, and tradition.

Space is limited, to avoid disappointment, please register early

Online registrations close on March 16TH!

Upcoming Gatherings - Save the Dates!

Part 6: May Day - May 2nd [LINK to follow]

Part 7: Summer Solstice - June 20 [LINK to follow]

Part 8: August Harvest - Aug 1- venue TBC [LINK to follow]

The Venue:

St. Matthew’s United Church is an inclusive, vibrant community of diverse ages, stages and backgrounds, where faith builds a supportive community for all. We are blessed to be a part of a big story of faithful people seeking to live love in this community, for many, many years. We value the relationships that shape this community, and the people who make us who we are.

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FOSTERING A SAFER SPACE
We encourage both self-care and community care at our gatherings.

This is a Fragrance-Free Event
To help ensure a safe and comfortable space for all, please refrain from wearing scented products.

COVID Protocols
Please sanitize your hands upon entering and before helping yourself to refreshments. Hand sanitizer will be available. While masks are not required, this is a mask-friendly event, and you are welcome to wear one if you prefer. If you are feeling unwell on event day, please protect others by staying home. We will gladly apply your registration fee to an upcoming event.

Sliding scale for registration

If cost is a barrier, AYI8S is offering a limited amount of subsidized registrations for

• low income individuals - $23

• students and individuals on gov benefits (ODSP/OAS/OW) - $18

PLEASE REGISTER EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

St. Matthew's United Church, 729 Saint Clair Avenue West, Toronto, Canada

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