Solstice Sanctuary: Nurturing Heart and Hearth
An Imbolc Celebration of Love, Light, and Renewal

Join us for a magical Imbolc gathering on Sunday, January 26th from 6-8 PM at Crabtree Farms, where we honor the quiet stirrings of spring and the ancient traditions of renewal, love, and fertility. This evening offers a sacred space for those seeking connection to nature, community, and the light within as we stand on the cusp of winter’s end.

Imbolc, meaning “in the belly of the mother,” marks the midway point (a “cross-quarter”) between the Winter Solstice and the Spring Equinox—a time to celebrate the first signs of life stirring beneath the frost and to honor the goddess Brigid, keeper of the hearth and flame.

Who Should Join:
This gathering welcomes all who wish to nurture the warmth of their hearts and homes—women, men, and all who respect the sacred balance of masculine and feminine energies. Whether you’re seeking deeper self-love, connection with others, or the joy of seasonal ritual, this event is for you.

This event is for adults and mature teens. Please leave children at home or consider a group babysitter!

Feel free to dress in festive, seasonal attire—soft whites, greens, and golds to honor Imbolc’s themes of light and rebirth.

As twilight settles, we’ll gather in community to celebrate Imbolc with a series of sacred and joyful activities designed to honor the season’s spirit.

✨ Opening Ritual: Together, we will Call the Corners and create a sacred space, lighting candles to honor Brigid and welcome the return of the light.
✨ Storytelling and Folklore: Learn about Imbolc’s traditions, from the mythos of Brigid to the folklore of Lupercalia and the poetic paradox of love and fertility amidst winter’s quiet.
✨ Community Feast: Share in a simple meal celebrating Imbolc’s milk traditions—featuring dairy and seasonal offerings that nourish body and spirit.
✨ St. Brigid’s Cross Crafting: Craft your own traditional St. Brigid’s Cross for home protection and blessings throughout the year.
✨ Love Sachet Spell: Create a spell sachet designed to attract love in its many forms—whether it be new partnerships, deeper self-love, or rekindled passion.

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Kiki the Pagan performing a ceremonial ritual at Home Sweet Home in NYC, circa 2016

About Your Facilitator, Kiki:
Christiana “Kiki” Key is a homesteader, ancestral wellness guide, and practicing pagan devoted to honoring the rhythms of the earth and fostering seasonal connection. From the bustling cityscapes of New York to sacred gatherings across Europe, Kiki brings a rich depth of experience to her ceremonies, helping participants reconnect with the wisdom of the land and the magic within.

Her expertise in sustainable living, herbalism, and pagan rituals creates a welcoming space for transformation, reflection, and joy. Through her gatherings, Kiki empowers others to embrace their roots and celebrate the cycles of the natural world.

Follow her journey on Instagram: @kikitheepagan

Important Notes:

• Location: Crabtree Farms’ Evelyn Center
• Contact: For more information or questions, please contact Christiana Key at 423-493-9155 or via email at ckey@crabtreefarms.org
• Class Cancellations: Sometimes, we don’t make the ticket minimum, therefore, we have to reschedule the class or cancel. Please check your email and spam folder 48 hours before scheduled class to see if there has been a change.
• Refund Policy: Refunds can be requested up to 7 days before the start of a workshop. The cancellation fee will be 10% of the ticket amount. To request a refund, please email the Workshop Coordinator Christiana Key: ckey@crabtreefarms.org. If you find that you can’t attend the workshop, but it is too late to request a refund, you are welcome to gift the workshop to someone else.

Let us come together to nurture our hearts, tend our inner flames, and honor the sacred balance of light and dark.

We can’t wait to celebrate Imbolc with you!