Community Women's Circle: Open format Weaving Wisdom

Join us for this drop in community gathering of the Weaving Wisdom circle in the True Nature Kiva. This is an open circle for anyone to drop into and get a taste of what an intergenerational gathering of women can offer.

This circle draws inspiration from our 9 month container Weaving Wisdom - a committed group gathering monthly for three seasons together - and it will share similar themes and format. The circle brings together maidens, mothers, queens, and crones - not simply to share wisdom, but to discover it in relationship.

If you have questions about this gathering or would like more details you are welcome to reach out to Sarah or Laura directly with questions:

art@sarahuhl.com

lkirk619@gmail.com

PRICING:

We believe in equitable exchange of energy—honoring the design, time, planning, and intention of our facilitators, as well as the magnificent set and setting of the Kiva that fully holds this experience.

At the same time, we never want financial constraints to prevent anyone from joining. Your presence is the greatest gift, and all are welcome. Contributions help nurture this circle and support future offerings, keeping programs like this thriving for years to come.

If the listed ticket price is a challenge, please reach out to megan@connectionisthemedicine.com for alternate pricing options and scholarship.

MEET YOUR HOSTS:

LAURA KIRK & SARAH UHL

Laura Kirk is a facilitator, mentor, and community builder who creates spaces where people can ask meaningful questions, discover their own wisdom, and navigate change with courage and clarity. Throughout her career, she has focused on empowering people to be the best versions of themselves, charting their own path. Laura draws on her experience as DHM Design’s first woman President and Managing Partner, and Co-Founder of DHM’s Carbondale office where she was committed to nurturing personal growth. Laura was the lead landscape architect for the True Nature Peace Garden and is a trained labyrinth facilitator using the labyrinth as a tool to awaken our voices, as a place for exploration of challenging issues and questions. Laura has lived in Carbondale since 1998 with her husband and two grown sons.

Sarah Uhl is a self taught artist from Redstone, Colorado. She uses art as a tool to connect us with one another, ourselves, and Nature. Known for her whimsical watercolor landscape paintings, Sarah has also applied her artistic talents to work as a commercial illustrator, custom map maker, live painter, muralist, and environmental activist.  Since becoming a Mother of three wild little boys, Sarah has shifted her artistic focus to leading creativity and wellness retreats. Sarah is passionate about unearthing our innate wisdom, creative empowerment, and communion with Nature. She is the author of Into the Beautywild, a planner designed to sync your life with Nature’s cycles.

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This programming is brought to you through the Connection is the Medicine Foundation, a non-profit foundation dedicated to co-creating a world where individuals and communities thrive from a sense of inspiration, connection, and self-discovery.

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Where Your Gift Makes a Difference

Because of continued generosity of our donors, our programs and participants are thriving!

If you are interested in donating to support more programming like this, please visit our website: https://connectionisthemedicine.com/donate

or contact Valery Moore Kelly

Development Director

valery@connectionisthemedicine.com

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At True Nature and Connection is the Medicine Foundation, we strive to create intentional, nourishing spaces and experiences for community connection and personal growth. To support a respectful and easeful experience for all, please view our Etiquette and Refund Policies, also listed below.

If you have any questions, you may contact Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming at megan@connectionisthemedicine.com

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Event Cancellation & Refund Policy

True Nature and Connection is the Medicine Foundation reserve the right to cancel any program or event at any time. In the event of a cancellation by TN or the Foundation, participants will receive a full refund.

Please note that certain programs may have unique cancellation policies—refer to individual program descriptions for specific details.

Unless otherwise noted in the program description:

• Refunds are available (minus processing fees) up to 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time.
• Tickets are transferable to another guest at any time with prior approval from the Event Manager.
• No refunds or credits will be granted for: Cancellations made day-of or after the event has started, No-shows, Early departures, Dissatisfaction with event content or presentation

For online or virtual programs, please refer to the specific event page for cancellation and refund details.

For all refund or transfer requests, contact Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming at: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com

Participant Agreement: Etiquette, Disclaimer, and Community Guidelines

To support the integrity of the experience for all participants, we ask that you please observe the following guidelines:

• Arrival Time: Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to check in and settle. Events begin promptly at the scheduled start time.
• Late Attendance: Doors will close at the stated start time to honor the sacred nature of the container and minimize disruptions, and late arrivals will not be admitted
• Substance Use: We ask that all guests arrive free of the influence of drugs or alcohol to maintain a clear, safe, and respectful space.

What to Bring & Community Care: You’re welcome to bring personal comfort items that may be relevant to the event, such as an eye mask, a small pillow, an extra blanket, yoga mat and/or journal.

As these are shared community experiences, we kindly ask that you:

• Be mindful of personal hygiene and health
• Respect personal space and boundaries
• Refrain from using scented products that may affect others

Thank you for co-creating a respectful and enriching experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you into our sacred space.

Community Conduct and Shared Space Guidelines: Connection is the Medicine Foundation programs are designed to foster meaningful connection, reflection, and personal growth within a supportive communal environment. We ask all participants to honor a shared social norm of respect, presence, and care for one another’s experience.

If at any time a participant is experiencing an unusual, heightened, or disruptive reaction or response that impacts the collective space, the Foundation and/or Facilitator reserves the right to intervene and, if necessary, ask the individual to step away from the gathering. This is not intended as a judgment, but as a means of protecting the integrity of the shared experience, ensuring that all participants continue their journey without undue disruption.

We invite all participants to practice self-awareness, personal responsibility, and compassion to help us maintain a safe, welcoming, and nourishing environment for all.

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If you have questions or concerns regarding Event Etiquette and Policies, you may reach out to Megan Miller, Director of Education and Programming: megan@connectionisthemedicine.com