eco arts crafting class
"Woodland Bloom Keeper"
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 6:30 pm
Glenwild garden center
104 Glenwild Ave., Bloomingdale, NJ


Join this sweet community of nature enthusiasts for our monthly crafting class sure to warm the heart and bring a smile to your face!
 
For February's nature-inspired workshop, you’ll create a charming tabletop flower holder using clear glass test tubes set into a solid wooden base, gently wrapped with lichen-covered sticks gathered from the forest floor.  Designed to hold a few thoughtfully chosen stems, this piece celebrates the beauty of less — a single bloom, a sprig of green, a moment of pause.

This rustic vase brings a quiet, earthy presence to your table, windowsill or altar space, inviting you to notice the small changes of the season as winter slowly gives way to spring.  No floral experience needed — just a love of natural textures, simple beauty and creating something meaningful with your hands.

All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with a finished piece that feels like it belongs in the woods… but lives beautifully in your home. 🌿✨

PLUS Class participants will enjoy a 10% discount on nearly all of the plants and treasure Glenwild Garden Center offers!  🌿✨


🕒 Length: 90 Minutes
💲 Cost: 
$20
Must be 16 years or older to participate.
The Story Circle Book Club
"Theo of Golden" 
by Allen Levi

Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 7:00 pm
West Milford, New jersey OR via Zoom

The Story Circle is a relaxed, heart-centered book club created for people who love meaningful stories, thoughtful conversation, and genuine connection.  This is not about analysis or homework — it’s about slowing down, sharing perspectives and letting stories gently open conversations.

Our first book is "Theo of Golden " by Allen Levi, a tender novel about a man who loves nature and people and quietly changes lives by returning pencil portraits to their rightful owners.  Through simple acts of generosity, stories are shared, connections are formed, and kindness ripples outward.

This gathering reflects the heart of Come Play Outside — honoring wonder, noticing what’s often overlooked, and creating space for connection in a warm, welcoming setting.

What to expect:
• A cozy, low-pressure discussion
• Meaningful conversation (share as much or as little as you like)
• A mix of in-person and virtual participants
• A welcoming circle of curious, thoughtful humans

Bring your book, a favorite drink, and an open heart.

📚 Find the book on my Favorites Page:   https://comeplayoutside.fun.page/favorites

Cost:  FREE

Location or Zoom Link will be provided upon registration
 





Forest Bathing Walk +
Sacred Cacao Ceremony

Saturday, March 14, 2026, 9:30 am
West Milford, New jersey
Step into the quiet magic of winter with this Forest Bathing & Sacred Cacao experience — a gentle blend of nature, stillness, and heart-centered connection.

We’ll begin with a slow, guided forest bathing walk through the emerging Spring woods. This is not a hike or fitness walk, but an invitation to soften, awaken your senses, and let the calming presence of nature settle your nervous system.

After our time among the trees, we’ll gather outside in warmth for a sacred cacao ceremony.  With an air of seasonal change, you’ll enjoy a mug of gently spiced ceremonial cacao as we pause, reflect, and connect in a cozy forest circle.

This experience is designed to feel grounding, welcoming and deeply nourishing — perfect for anyone craving a meaningful pause and a softer way to move through a weekend morning.

• Duration: approximately 2 hours
• Location: Lower West Milford, NJ (exact location disclosed upon registration)
• Attire: warm, weather-appropriate layers and sturdy winter footwear with good traction for potentially snowy or icy woodland paths
• Cost: $25 


No experience is needed—just come as you are.

 








Spring Swap Class
~ Refresh, Reconnect & Rediscover ~
Wednesday, March 18, 7:00 pm

West Milford, NJ

Our much-loved essential oil exchange is returning just in time for a spring refresh!

Do you have unopened duplicates or Young Living oils you’re not using — or aren’t quite sure how to use?  Or maybe you’re just beginning your oil journey and would love to explore without the overwhelm.  OR you've been curious about oils and were looking for a way to get started.  This Spring Swap is for YOU.!!

We’ll explore each of the oils brought to the swap and discover clever, surprising, and practical ways to use essential oils in everyday life. Then comes the best part — the swap!   Everyone will go home with as many oils as they've brought ... and if you're new, there will be more than enough to oils on hand to start your new collection!

Swap Guidelines:
• Bring up to 4 unopened Young Living essential oils to trade
• Come ready to learn, laugh, and discover new favorites

Let’s spring-clean our oil stash and bloom into new possibilities—together.


🕒 Length:  90 minutes
💲 Cost:  FREE but space is limited; registration holds space
📍 Location: Lower West Milford, NJ (specific location shared upon registration)




SAVE THE DATE!!
Fall Weekend Camp
for Women
October 23-25, 2026
Highland Lake, New York

Like Girl Scout camp for grown ups!
 
Mark your calendars for our next weekend retreat designed to refill your cup, refresh your spirit, and reconnect you with your truest self. Nestled on 1,200 acres of golden woods of Highland Lake, this magical getaway invites you to slow down, laugh deeply, create freely, and remember who you are beneath the busy.

Your Camp weekend includes: 
✨ Two nights' cozy accommodations (single, double, and triple occupancy with private bathrooms and entrances)
✨ Delicious meals and heartwarming snacks
✨ Premium goodie bag surprises
✨ Special guest experiences
✨ Nature adventures, creative arts & crafts, and playful moments that stay with you long after you leave

Bring a friend, or come solo and leave with a heart full of new connections.  Either way, you’ll return home lighter, brighter, and beautifully recharged.

Details to follow soon!




“When the spirit of nature touches us, our hearts turn into a butterfly!” — Mehmet Murat Ildan

GIVE THE GIFT OF NATURAL WELLNESS TODAY
Forest Bathing Group Walk
Gift Certificate
Looking for a unique gift for that nature enthusiast?  Give a Forest Bathing Group Walk gift certificate!  Allow your loved ones to join me on a date of their choice for an easygoing, peaceful walk in the woods with our only intention being to relax and connect with nature.  
 
As their guide, I will invite them to participate in a series of sensory experiences designed to help them be present and tap into the world around them, releasing stress and deepening their relationship with the more-than-human world.

This forest bathing experience is typically around 2 hours long and we will walk less than a mile.  Our goal is not a big workout, but rather a chance to unplug and restore.

mASSAGE THERAPY
GIFT CERTIFICATE


The gift of massage therapy is a rejuvenating experience that not only promotes physical relaxation but also provides a holistic sense of well-being, easing tension from both the body and mind. It's a thoughtful and therapeutic gesture that allows individuals to unwind, alleviate stress, and reconnect with their bodies, ultimately fostering a profound sense of relaxation and balance in their daily lives.
 
Whether they prefer a light or deep touch, I bring nearly 25 years of professional experience to the table as a massage therapist, each massage is individuallized to meet my client's needs in a relaxed, peaceful setting in my private studio in West Milford, New Jersey.
Gift certificates available for either 60 or 90 minute sessions.





ALSO AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE EVENTS