{"title":"PRIVATE GROUP CEREMONIES","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"saaristo-summer-solstice-celebration-✨-wednesday-june-18th-2025","title":"Saaristo Summer Solstice Celebration ✨ Wednesday June 18th, 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy a heart-opening evening of Community connection, dance, sacred songs, drumming \u0026amp; dinner - fuelled by the magic of Mayan ceremonial cacao sourced exclusively from indigenous-owned businesses in Guatemala. 🤎✨🕯️✨🕺🤎💃✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"YfgspD VuHhQk Fld3l4 Q0GE08\" data-hook=\"time-and-location\"\u003eTime \u0026amp; Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sVLH7h\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qJ0QtF W8KyHZ vvjb38\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-hook=\"event-full-date\" class=\"ALQLki tN7ge3\"\u003eWednesday  June 17th, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-hook=\"event-full-date\" class=\"ALQLki tN7ge3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime: 18:00 - 22:00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-hook=\"event-full-location\" class=\"hsKRY2\"\u003eLillandet, Nagu, Pikku-Nauvo, Pargas, Finland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"about-section\" class=\"sOgwYW\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"YfgspD VuHhQk Fld3l4 Q0GE08\" data-hook=\"about\"\u003eAbout the event\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"YUc15\" dir=\"ltr\" data-id=\"content-viewer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-DD8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hKIgZ\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"yU1AD eBpBo XxGZC ozAti\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-fyuff5451\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us for a magical \u0026amp; heart-opening evening celebrating the Summer Solstice, the longest \u0026amp; brightest day of the year. You can expect to be nourished by the medicines of community, dance, sacred songs, shamanic drumming, Mayan ceremonial cacao\u0026amp;delicious plant-based dinner prepared by a professional chef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe event will take place outdoors, around a fire - if the weather permits. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf it's impossible to be outside or have a fire burning, we will gather indoors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to expect: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpening Circle to forge Community Connections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA warm brew of Mayan Ceremonial Cacao from Guatemala\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrounding Rituals, Meditations \u0026amp; Earth Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuided Embodiment Practices \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusical Co-Creation with Sacred Songs \u0026amp; Space to Dance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolstice Storytelling \u0026amp; Wisdom from both Mayan \u0026amp; Nordic Cultures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunity Drumming \u0026amp; Drum Journey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosing Circle to Share Reflections (or just to listen if you prefer not to share)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate Night Plant-Based Dinner - prepared by a professional chef\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaciliated by The Rakas Kakaw Family \u0026amp; Jooga Jenny:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🤎 The Cacao Rituals, Embodiment Practices \u0026amp; Closing Circle will be lead by Rakas Kakaw Founder, Nicole Flora Cramer. Nicole is a trained \u0026amp; experienced Cacao Guide, Sacred Facilitator of healing circles, and Teacher of Dance, Gymnastics \u0026amp; Yoga with over fifteen years experience teaching movement. Nicole has studied with Mayan elders from K'iche, Kaqchikel \u0026amp; Tzʼutujil lineages to deepen her understanding of cacao \u0026amp; Mayan culture. She works in ongoing partnership with The Mayan Wisdom Project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🤎 For the music \u0026amp; dancing portion of the evening, you can expect to hear an assortment of global sacred songs selected by Nicole's Beloved, Lauri Ovaska - aka DJ Laku. Lauri is a professional chef and amateur DJ with a deep love for food and a lifelong passion for music. Lauri will also prepare the delicious plant-based meal that we offer you as a gift at the end of our evening together. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🤎 The Drumming, Drum Journey \u0026amp; Storytelling will be guided by Holstic Healer, Massage Therapist, Yoga Teacher \u0026amp; Moon Circle Faciliator Jenny Präktig. Jenny is a physiotherapist with training in Shiatsu, Ayurveda, and Yoga and over ten years experience supporting clients with nutritional health \u0026amp; exercise fitness. The treatments shes offers are all related to natural teachings \u0026amp; she connects to support from the spirit world \u0026amp; power animals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to bring?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA water bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA candle or lantern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour favorite mug for cacao.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA drum and\/or other musical instruments. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn open heart \u0026amp; desire to connect in CommUnity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSomething to sit on, in case we are able to be outside around the fire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacred items \u0026amp; biodegradable earth offerings for the communal Solstice altar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfortable clothes to dance in \u0026amp; maybe even get a bit sweaty; plus layers to stay warm \u0026amp; dry outside. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is ceremonial cacao?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCacao \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a gentle plant medicine native to Central + South America. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheobroma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e means \"food of the gods\" in Latin, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecacao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an Olmec term meaning \"bitter\" and \"water.\" This sacred \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheart-opening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e plant, which has been a central component in ancient Mayan culture for thousands of years, is now hailed in the Western World as a \"superfood\" packed with numerous nutrients that boost mood, ease stress + help fight disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the Mayan perspective, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eceremonial cacao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is not simply a food; it is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSACRED MEDICINE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e intended to be consumed with conscious intention. In theory, cacao comes from the fruit of the same type of tree as all the other chocolate you’ve ever consumed. A few factors differentiate genuine ceremonial cacao from other cocoa products, however; including the history, production process \u0026amp; supply chain. The cacao we will drink in our circle comes from a Mayan-owned collective in Guatemala. The cacao beans are grown organically \u0026amp; regeneratively by indigenous farmers. Then the beans are turned into blocks of ceremonial cacao in a few steps. Almost the entire production process from planting to packaging of cacao “tortillas” is done by hand, following a centuries-old sacred process that has been handed down generation to generation within indigenous Mayan families.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsuming ceremonial cacao helps us return to the spiritual essence at the core of our human experience. The intention of drinking cacao together, in a sacred circle, as part of our solstice celebration - is to allow us to deepen our connection with the earth and with our sacred selves. Beginning our community gathering in this way will enable us to more easily drop into our bodies, helping us to experience our sacred evening together as healing medicine for our bodies, for our minds, and for our souls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🤎 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose who are sensitive to ceremonial cacao may choose to drink cacao tea instead. If you're allergic to cacao, we can also make a different heart-opening warm drink for you. Please be in touch if you would like to join us in circle, for ecstatic dance \u0026amp; for the drum journey, but would prefer to drink caco tea or another heart-opening herbal alternative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho’s Invited?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEveryone native to Planet Earth is warmly welcome in our inclusive community cacao gatherings, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexuality, etc. If you are new to ceremonial cacao that’s not a problem. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring these gatherings, nothing is forced or required other than showing up with an open heart. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe follow strict safe space guidelines \u0026amp; ask that participants refrain from drug \u0026amp; alcohol use on the day of our circle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiered Pricing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNormal 50€ \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-f2199a85-7fff-565d-646c-e8e90b7aeac1\"\u003e🤎 \u003c\/b\u003e Reduced 40€ \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-f2199a85-7fff-565d-646c-e8e90b7aeac1\"\u003e🤎\u003c\/b\u003e Supporting 60€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring times of growing wealth inequality, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etiered pricing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e intends to make healing spaces more inclusive by making participation more financially accessible for all. Those who are able to pay the supporting rate help enable those with lower income to participate. If the cost is the only reason keeping you from saying yes, email us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/mailto:info@rakaskakaw.com\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1744009687283000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2_PnRik_s-lDsErheM1Yl_\" href=\"http:\/\/mailto:info@rakaskakaw.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e info@rakaskakaw.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to describe your situation  - additional discounts, exchanges, payment plans, or student\/BIPOC scholarships can always be arranged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace is limited to maximize intimacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe need a minimum of 8 registered participants to hold this experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e There is free space to sleep outside - in your own tent - overnight on the property where we will gather, in case those who are coming from far away would like to join \u0026amp; not have to rush home afterwards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Book your seat in our Solstice Celebration today by purchasing your ticket here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"m_8896389322888732118gmail-docs-internal-guid-22d20ce3-7fff-f0b8-d7b9-c12e6fa29c6c\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #888888;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"yU1AD eBpBo XxGZC ozAti\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-8l77x81747\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"yU1AD eBpBo XxGZC ozAti\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-tmsw794832\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"yakoZ\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1JI-UaJnf0MYFM-YsnD9QAwaOmXkIwzHoaLklrP7eXvw\/edit?usp=sharing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"p0voE XhQT4\" data-hook=\"WebLink\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Click this link to read more about ceremonial cacao \u0026amp; how to prepare for our cacao circle)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yU1AD eBpBo XxGZC ozAti\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-yu6ho94908\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Event","offers":[{"title":"Regular Rate","offer_id":51066630832465,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Reduced Rate","offer_id":51066660192593,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Supporting Rate","offer_id":51066664616273,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/6636\/1681\/files\/WhatsAppImage2025-04-08at16.21.48_7.jpg?v=1744291980"},{"product_id":"21-3-2026-rakas-sisters-circle-spring-equinox-mini-retreat","title":"21.3.2026 🤎 Rakas Sisters Circle, Spring Equinox Mini Retreat","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe warmly welcome you to join us for a day of being together in sisterhood. Activities include ceremonial cacao circle, gentle movement, lunch, vision-board creation \u0026amp; relaxing sound journey. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDETAILS \u0026amp; SWEDISH\/FINNISH BELOW:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome dear sisters for a special Mini-Retreat during Women's Month to celebrate the Spring Equinox!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhereas patriarchal messaging tells us a new year begins in January; we prefer to listen to the ancient wisdom of nature’s seasons. As the creative sparks of new life arrive, Spring feels like the perfect time to gather again - beginning the work of identifying \u0026amp; manifesting dreams for the year to come by creating vision boards. The theme of our spring retreat: INSPIRATION. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis experience is open to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eanyone \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewho identifies as a sister. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e{Scroll down for a short text with information in Swedish \u0026amp; in Finnish.}\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: Saturday March 21st, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime: Arrive after 10:30 am ~ we will begin promptly at 11:00 \u0026amp; do our best to wrap up around 18:00 ~ there is spaciousness to linger together a bit longer after we finish our closing circle 💞\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: At a private home in Lillandet, Nagu ~ surrounded by forest \u0026amp; just a short walk to the sea ~ exact address will be sent to participants directly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Basic Vision ~\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🤎 Opening Circle with Ceremonial Cacao \u0026amp; Fire Ceremony to Welcome Spring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🍲 Nourishing Plant-Based Lunch with Local \u0026amp; Organic Ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🧘🏻♀️Gentle Movement to Deepen Inner Connection \u0026amp; Clarify Visions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌸 Creation of Vision Boards to Map Out Your Biggest Dreams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💫 Closing Circle with Relaxing Sound Journey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e~ 🌀Schedule is subject to change, so that we can all go with the feminine energetic flow. 🌀~\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacred Exchange - includes Guatemalan Cacao, Lunch, Snacks, Herbal Tea Bar, Guided Activities \u0026amp; All the Supplies to Create Your Big Dream Vision Boards:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Bird Discount - before 8.3 🤎 Regular Rate 80€ ~ Support a Sister 90€ ~ Reduced Rate 70€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter Late Than Never - after 8.3 🤎 Regular Rate 88€ ~ Support a Sister 99€ ~ Reduced Rate 77€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe need a minimum of 5 participants in order to hold this event.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease register soon, as space is rather limited in order to keep our connections intimate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rakaskakaw.myshopify.com\/products\/21-3-2026-rakas-sisters-circle-spring-equinox-mini-retreat\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/rakaskakaw.myshopify.com\/products\/21-3-2026-rakas-sisters-circle-spring-equinox-mini-retreat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Journey to Nagu \/ Nauvo:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe warmly welcome you to our little slice of forest island paradise \u0026amp; are happy to assist you in finding your way here. If you are traveling from nearby Turku or Pargas, we can help coordinate ride shares.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that if you are traveling by car via Turku or Pargas, you must take a ferry to get to Nagu. You can find the Parainen \/ Nauvo ferry timetable here:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.finferries.fi\/en\/ferry-traffic\/ferries-and-schedules\/parainen-nauvo.html\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e https:\/\/www.finferries.fi\/en\/ferry-traffic\/ferries-and-schedules\/parainen-nauvo.html\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe home where we will gather for our Mini-Retreat is only a 10 minute walk from the nearest bus stop in Hangslax. The local bus timetables can be found here:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tlo.fi\/reitit-ja-aikataulut\/saaristobussi\/The\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e https:\/\/tlo.fi\/reitit-ja-aikataulut\/saaristobussi\/.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bus arrives to Hangslax about ten minutes before the scheduled arrival in Nagu Center.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor those traveling from outside the archipelago, if you'd like to spend the night or the whole weekend in Nagu, cozy Oak Tree B\u0026amp;B is only 5 minutes walk down the road from the retreat house - and they are offering \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25% discount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on overnight stays to participants in our Women's Day Mini Retreat! Visit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/naguoaktree.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e naguoaktree.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u0026amp; mention that you're a friend of Nicole, participating in a Rakas Kakaw event when you contact Eliisa to book your stay \u0026lt;3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe can also help you find great deals for nearby Avanto \/ Vinterbåd \/ Winterbathing in the Baltic Sea as well as other wonderful activities with local guides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith questions or for support in finding your way to us \u0026amp; organizing your weekend, please email Nicole at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003einfo@rakaskakaw.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u0026lt;3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the facilitators:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRakas Kakaw Founder, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNicole Flora Cramer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a trained \u0026amp; experienced Cacao Guide; Yoga Teacher \u0026amp; Sacred Facilitator of Women's Circles. A former coach of dance \u0026amp; gymnastics, Nicole finds more balance these days in teaching yoga \u0026amp; guiding freestyle dance activations. In devotion to her path as a spaceholder for women's connection \u0026amp; empowerment, Nicole completed a 5-month advanced training with the Global Sisterhood in 2022. She has also studied \u0026amp; continues to work in reciprocity with Mayan elders from K'iche, Kaqchikel \u0026amp; Tzʼutujil lineages to deepen her understanding of ceremonial cacao \u0026amp; Mayan culture. To learn more about Nicole \u0026amp; her work visit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rakaskakaw.com\/about-1-1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e https:\/\/www.rakaskakaw.com\/about-1-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJenny Präktig is a bodyworker, healer, yoga teacher and workshopfacilitator. She has studied pysiotherapy, shiatsu, ayurveda, yoga and nordic shamanism and at the moment she studies emotional zoneteraphy. Jenny wants to help her customers to heal from the inside out and to get a deeper connection with their body, emotions and energies. In her facilitaton work shamanism and connection with the elements and natural forces is a big focus and to give the participant a good exprerience. To learn more about Jenny \u0026amp; her work - or to book a session - visit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/terapihornet.fi\/om-oss\/jenny-praktig\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e https:\/\/terapihornet.fi\/om-oss\/jenny-praktig\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnna Strandö is a massage therapist, yoga teacher, musician, and artist - in other words, a small business owner with many different passions. Her work in the health and healing field always includes themes of deep self-connection, finding balance between mind, body, and soul, and honoring our own inner process while lovingly meeting ourselves where we currently are. Through her treatments and her yoga courses she helps people reconnect with themselves and their bodies, and to both safely face discomfort, and unlock hidden potential. Anna is especially dedicated to creating safe spaces for her clients to feel all feelings and find the courage to dive into their own genuine inner worlds, whatever they may hold. She also loves to play around with expressive and intuitive painting, and is building a career in music as a singer and event producer here in our archipelago, creating original and creative concert projects together with her husband Adrian. More info about Anna and her work philosophy here:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/terapihornet.fi\/om-oss\/anna-saarela\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e https:\/\/terapihornet.fi\/om-oss\/anna-saarela\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🇸🇪\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKort sammandrag på svenska:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKom och fira vårdagjämningen med oss och dela en dag som systrar. Till dagens aktiviteter hör cirkel med ceremoniell kakao, mjuk rörelse, lunch, vision board-pyssel samt en avslappnande ljudresa. Dagens program leds av Anna Strandö, Jenny Präktig och Nicole Flora Cramer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvenemanget är öppet för alla som identifierar sig som en syster. 🌈\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDatum: 21.3.2025, kl 11-18.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlats: Hangslax i Nagu i ett privat hem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeligt utbyte: innehåller ceremoniell kakao, lunch, snacks, material till vision board-skapandet samt ledda aktiviteter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Bird-rabatt: före 8.3 Bas 80€ ~ Stöd en syster 90€ ~ Nedsatt 70€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetter Late Than Never: efter 8.3 Bas 88€ ~ Stöd en syster 99€ ~ Nedsatt 77€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDu kan anmäla dig och köpa din biljett här -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rakaskakaw.com\/...\/rakas-sister-circle-womens\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e https:\/\/rakaskakaw.myshopify.com\/products\/21-3-2026-rakas-sisters-circle-spring-equinox-mini-retreat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOm du har frågor om eventet och saker som rör det, tag kontakt med Nicole på \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@rakaskakaw.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003einfo@rakaskakaw.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🇫🇮\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLyhyt yhteenveto suomeksi:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTule mukaan juhlistamaan kevätpäiväntasausta sisarina. Päivän ohjelmaan kuuluu piiri seremoniakaakaon kanssa, pehmeää liikettä, lounaan, vision board-askertelua sekä rentouttavan äänimatkan. Tämän päivän ohjaavat Anna Strandö, Jenny Präktig ja Nicole Flora Cramer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTapahtuma on tarkoitettu kaikille, jotka identifioivat itsensä siskoiksi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePäivämäärä: 8.3.2025, klo 11-17.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSijainti: Hangslax Nauvossa omakotitalossa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePyhä vaihto: sisältää seremoniakaakaon, lounaan, välipalaa, tarvikkeet vision board-askartelua varten sekä ohjattuja aktiviteetteja:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Bird-alennus - ennen 8.3 Normaali 80€ ~ Sisaren tuki 90€ ~ Alennettu 70€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParempi myöhään kuin ei koskaan - 8.3 jälkeen Normaali hinta 88€ ~ Sisaren tuki 99€ ~ Alennettu 77€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVoit rekisteröityä ja ostaa lippusi täältä -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rakaskakaw.com\/...\/rakas-sister-circle-womens\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e https:\/\/rakaskakaw.myshopify.com\/products\/21-3-2026-rakas-sisters-circle-spring-equinox-mini-retreat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-e08c7738-7fff-e48b-8946-8c3d589d57c7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJos sinulla on kysyttävää tapahtumasta ja siihen liittyvistä asioista, ota yhteyttä Nicoleen osoitteessa \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:info@rakaskakaw.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003einfo@rakaskakaw.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rakas Kakaw","offers":[{"title":"Early Bird Regular","offer_id":53118227087697,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Early Bird Support","offer_id":53118239736145,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Early Bird Reduced","offer_id":53118239768913,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Regular","offer_id":53118198612305,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Reduced","offer_id":53024865059153,"sku":null,"price":77.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Support","offer_id":53024865091921,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/6636\/1681\/files\/Community_Cacao_Circles_1.png?v=1771774062"},{"product_id":"saaristo-summer-solstice-celebration-✨-wednesday-june-17th-2026","title":"Saaristo Summer Solstice Celebration ✨ Wednesday June 17th, 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy a heart-opening evening of Community connection, dance, sacred songs, drumming \u0026amp; dinner - fuelled by the magic of Mayan ceremonial cacao sourced exclusively from indigenous-owned businesses in Guatemala. 🤎✨🕯️✨🕺🤎💃✨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"YfgspD VuHhQk Fld3l4 Q0GE08\" data-hook=\"time-and-location\"\u003eTime \u0026amp; Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sVLH7h\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qJ0QtF W8KyHZ vvjb38\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-hook=\"event-full-date\" class=\"ALQLki tN7ge3\"\u003eWednesday  June 17th, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-hook=\"event-full-date\" class=\"ALQLki tN7ge3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime: 18:00 - 22:00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-hook=\"event-full-location\" class=\"hsKRY2\"\u003eLillandet, Nagu, Pikku-Nauvo, Pargas, Finland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"about-section\" class=\"sOgwYW\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"YfgspD VuHhQk Fld3l4 Q0GE08\" data-hook=\"about\"\u003eAbout the event\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"YUc15\" dir=\"ltr\" data-id=\"content-viewer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-DD8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hKIgZ\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"yU1AD eBpBo XxGZC ozAti\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-fyuff5451\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us for a magical \u0026amp; heart-opening evening celebrating the Summer Solstice, the longest \u0026amp; brightest day of the year. You can expect to be nourished by the medicines of community, dance, sacred songs, shamanic drumming, Mayan ceremonial cacao\u0026amp;delicious plant-based dinner prepared by a professional chef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe event will take place outdoors, around a fire - if the weather permits. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf it's impossible to be outside or have a fire burning, we will gather indoors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to expect: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpening Circle to forge Community Connections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA warm brew of Mayan Ceremonial Cacao from Guatemala\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrounding Rituals, Meditations \u0026amp; Earth Wisdom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuided Embodiment Practices \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusical Co-Creation with Sacred Songs \u0026amp; Space to Dance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolstice Storytelling \u0026amp; Wisdom from both Mayan \u0026amp; Nordic Cultures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunity Drumming \u0026amp; Drum Journey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosing Circle to Share Reflections (or just to listen if you prefer not to share)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate Night Plant-Based Dinner - prepared by a professional chef\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaciliated by The Rakas Kakaw Family \u0026amp; Jooga Jenny:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🤎 The Cacao Rituals, Embodiment Practices \u0026amp; Closing Circle will be lead by Rakas Kakaw Founder, Nicole Flora Cramer. Nicole is a trained \u0026amp; experienced Cacao Guide, Sacred Facilitator of healing circles, and Teacher of Dance, Gymnastics \u0026amp; Yoga with over fifteen years experience teaching movement. Nicole has studied with Mayan elders from K'iche, Kaqchikel \u0026amp; Tzʼutujil lineages to deepen her understanding of cacao \u0026amp; Mayan culture. She works in ongoing partnership with The Mayan Wisdom Project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🤎 For the music \u0026amp; dancing portion of the evening, you can expect to hear an assortment of global sacred songs selected by Nicole's Beloved, Lauri Ovaska - aka DJ Laku. Lauri is a professional chef and amateur DJ with a deep love for food and a lifelong passion for music. Lauri will also prepare the delicious plant-based meal that we offer you as a gift at the end of our evening together. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🤎 The Drumming, Drum Journey \u0026amp; Storytelling will be guided by Holstic Healer, Massage Therapist, Yoga Teacher \u0026amp; Moon Circle Faciliator Jenny Präktig. Jenny is a physiotherapist with training in Shiatsu, Ayurveda, and Yoga and over ten years experience supporting clients with nutritional health \u0026amp; exercise fitness. The treatments shes offers are all related to natural teachings \u0026amp; she connects to support from the spirit world \u0026amp; power animals. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to bring?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA water bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA candle or lantern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour favorite mug for cacao.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA drum and\/or other musical instruments. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn open heart \u0026amp; desire to connect in CommUnity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSomething to sit on, in case we are able to be outside around the fire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacred items \u0026amp; biodegradable earth offerings for the communal Solstice altar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfortable clothes to dance in \u0026amp; maybe even get a bit sweaty; plus layers to stay warm \u0026amp; dry outside. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is ceremonial cacao?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCacao \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a gentle plant medicine native to Central + South America. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheobroma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e means \"food of the gods\" in Latin, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecacao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an Olmec term meaning \"bitter\" and \"water.\" This sacred \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheart-opening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e plant, which has been a central component in ancient Mayan culture for thousands of years, is now hailed in the Western World as a \"superfood\" packed with numerous nutrients that boost mood, ease stress + help fight disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom the Mayan perspective, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eceremonial cacao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is not simply a food; it is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSACRED MEDICINE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e intended to be consumed with conscious intention. In theory, cacao comes from the fruit of the same type of tree as all the other chocolate you’ve ever consumed. A few factors differentiate genuine ceremonial cacao from other cocoa products, however; including the history, production process \u0026amp; supply chain. The cacao we will drink in our circle comes from a Mayan-owned collective in Guatemala. The cacao beans are grown organically \u0026amp; regeneratively by indigenous farmers. Then the beans are turned into blocks of ceremonial cacao in a few steps. Almost the entire production process from planting to packaging of cacao “tortillas” is done by hand, following a centuries-old sacred process that has been handed down generation to generation within indigenous Mayan families.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsuming ceremonial cacao helps us return to the spiritual essence at the core of our human experience. The intention of drinking cacao together, in a sacred circle, as part of our solstice celebration - is to allow us to deepen our connection with the earth and with our sacred selves. Beginning our community gathering in this way will enable us to more easily drop into our bodies, helping us to experience our sacred evening together as healing medicine for our bodies, for our minds, and for our souls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e🤎 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose who are sensitive to ceremonial cacao may choose to drink cacao tea instead. If you're allergic to cacao, we can also make a different heart-opening warm drink for you. Please be in touch if you would like to join us in circle, for ecstatic dance \u0026amp; for the drum journey, but would prefer to drink caco tea or another heart-opening herbal alternative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho’s Invited?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEveryone native to Planet Earth is warmly welcome in our inclusive community cacao gatherings, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexuality, etc. If you are new to ceremonial cacao that’s not a problem. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring these gatherings, nothing is forced or required other than showing up with an open heart. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe follow strict safe space guidelines \u0026amp; ask that participants refrain from drug \u0026amp; alcohol use on the day of our circle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e7c53d1-7fff-0ffc-acd5-065f7701dcfc\"\u003e✨\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiered Pricing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNormal 50€ \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-f2199a85-7fff-565d-646c-e8e90b7aeac1\"\u003e🤎 \u003c\/b\u003e Reduced 40€ \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-f2199a85-7fff-565d-646c-e8e90b7aeac1\"\u003e🤎\u003c\/b\u003e Supporting 60€\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring times of growing wealth inequality, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etiered pricing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e intends to make healing spaces more inclusive by making participation more financially accessible for all. Those who are able to pay the supporting rate help enable those with lower income to participate. If the cost is the only reason keeping you from saying yes, email us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/mailto:info@rakaskakaw.com\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1744009687283000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2_PnRik_s-lDsErheM1Yl_\" href=\"http:\/\/mailto:info@rakaskakaw.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e info@rakaskakaw.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to describe your situation  - additional discounts, exchanges, payment plans, or student\/BIPOC scholarships can always be arranged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpace is limited to maximize intimacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe need a minimum of 8 registered participants to hold this experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e There is free space to sleep outside - in your own tent - overnight on the property where we will gather, in case those who are coming from far away would like to join \u0026amp; not have to rush home afterwards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Book your seat in our Solstice Celebration today by purchasing your ticket here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail_default\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"m_8896389322888732118gmail-docs-internal-guid-22d20ce3-7fff-f0b8-d7b9-c12e6fa29c6c\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #888888;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"yU1AD eBpBo XxGZC ozAti\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-8l77x81747\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"yU1AD eBpBo XxGZC ozAti\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-tmsw794832\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"yakoZ\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1JI-UaJnf0MYFM-YsnD9QAwaOmXkIwzHoaLklrP7eXvw\/edit?usp=sharing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"p0voE XhQT4\" data-hook=\"WebLink\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Click this link to read more about ceremonial cacao \u0026amp; how to prepare for our cacao circle)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yU1AD eBpBo XxGZC ozAti\" dir=\"auto\" id=\"viewer-yu6ho94908\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Event","offers":[{"title":"Regular Rate","offer_id":53775581118801,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Reduced Rate","offer_id":53775581151569,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Supporting Rate","offer_id":53775581184337,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/6636\/1681\/files\/Summer_Solstice_2026.png?v=1778751304"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0872\/6636\/1681\/collections\/D5DD280C-AEA5-4A5E-96B4-269EB322EBB2.jpg?v=1778767620","url":"https:\/\/rakaskakaw.myshopify.com\/collections\/community-events-with-cacao-copy.oembed","provider":"Rakas Kakaw ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}