Not All growth happens in the light
gather around the fire
There's something special about gathering around a fire and sharing a meal.
Together with Elena of Well Rooted You, we'll enjoy the simple pleasure of preparing our own fireside grilled panini creations, with seasonal flavors like fig and brie, alongside comforting autumn squash soup.
With warm spiced cider, seasonal treats, and the crackle of the fire, we'll slow down, share conversation, and savor the experience of being together.
No elaborate cooking skills required. Just good food, warm hands, and a little curiosity.
Find your rhythm
As the afternoon unfolds, we'll trade the crackle of the fire for the pulse of the drum.
Join Willow Woods for a playful, guided community drum circle where curiosity matters more than experience and connection matters more than keeping perfect time.
We'll explore rhythm through listening, experimentation, laughter, and shared sound. There will be moments to get loud, moments to settle into stillness, and plenty of room to discover what happens when we stop worrying about getting it right.
No musical background necessary. Instruments will be provided, and participation is always an invitation, never an expectation.
Come as you are. Find your rhythm together.
the beauty of what we cannot see
meet your hosts
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Willow Woods of Willow Woods Collective
Willow is the founder of Willow Woods Collective, a rhythm weaver, animist drumcrafter, and healing arts practitioner who brings people together through rhythm, ritual, creativity, and meaningful connection.
With over 15 years of experience in therapeutic bodywork and a background in Reiki, craniosacral therapy, and supporting people through life's profound transitions, Willow brings a deeply embodied and intuitive approach to community care. Her work weaves together ancient rhythms, hands-on creativity, and playful exploration, creating welcoming spaces where people can reconnect with themselves, one another, and the natural world.
For Beneath the Surface, Willow invites us to find freedom in rhythm, joy in making noise, and moments of stillness between the beats, reminding us that connection doesn't require perfection and that sometimes the most meaningful experiences begin when we simply allow ourselves to play.
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Elena Tedeschi of Well Rooted You
Elena is the founder and executive chef of Well Rooted Kitchen, where food becomes a pathway to creativity, confidence, wellness, and human connection.
With a background in behavioral therapy and a culinary education from the Natural Gourmet Institute, Elena brings a unique blend of nourishment, play, and thoughtful care to the table. Her work spans adaptive cooking classes, culinary wellness, and shared food experiences that invite people of all abilities to discover the joy of cooking.
For Beneath the Surface, Elena brings her warmth and culinary creativity fireside, reminding us that some of the most meaningful connections happen when we slow down, share a meal, and simply enjoy being together.
