Gatherings
Gatherings
I host gatherings. Most of the time they are reserved for women and gender-expansive folk, but sometimes our men are invited. Most of the time they are at my home (near Pulaski & Foster in Chicago’s Far North Side), but sometimes they’re virtual.
What they are
Gatherings are informal circles where we do things like share food, knit, and/or hang out around the fire pit. Unlike structured talking circles, gatherings emphasize social engagement.
Who they’re For
Gatherings are for humans who:
Hold the gender identity required for the gathering they wish to join
May identify as feminists, witches, anti-capitalists, heathens, mystics, non-conformists, or any number of things
Yearn for more depth and deeper connection
Gatherings may be:
Knitting circles where we explore navigating the challenges of late stage capitalism
A book club where we discuss witchy reads, folklore, etc.
Fire circles involving drums, guitars, and reflections on existential matters
Daytime potlucks and swaps
Etc.
How to JOin
View the Events Calendar. Consider requesting what you want if you don’t see it offered!
What People Say
Some love (about circles):
The community of women I found through this circle has helped me feel witnessed and safely held. I have felt my self-esteem grow after each circle. I feel more ME than ever. Kristi is not only a wonderful facilitator, she is a delightful, beautiful and totally badass human.
-Madi R.
Kristi is just herself, and that allows authenticity to permeate the circles she holds. What power and beauty that can come from creating space to BE, to share, to connect! Having space like that, shared with others, allowed real learning and growth for me personally. I am so grateful!
-Julie B.
Gathering with sisters is masterfully facilitated by Kristi. The sacredness of the circle is held with each sister being able to share from her own experience and what is important to her in the present. It’s wonderful to be in a space that is non-judgmental, accepting, and also has boundaries so that everyone feels welcome.
-Goddess Sherry
The sister circles bring me life, grounding, and community. I am able to be my true authentic self and feel seen by my sisters. I always look forward to the circles and never feel like they’re just one more thing on my list that I have to do.
-Olivia
My intuition led me to sign up for a Sacred Sister Circle online with Kristi. It sounded like it would be supportive and so I signed up without a lot of thought. Two weeks later I found myself in some fresh grief and confusion the day before the circle. I couldn’t help but think about how likely the universe had my back when I had signed up two weeks earlier. I went to the circle and felt incredibly supported by Kristi’s gifted facilitation, I was grounded by the slow intentional unfolding of the circle and I left the circle with more connection to my own wisdom, and was really encouraged by the other women in the circle. Attending this circle is my new favorite form of self-care!
-Anna Marie
Kristi, you are truly gifted in what your heart moves you to do. I feel so grateful and fortunate to be in your tribe. 🧡🙏🏻 and loved meeting the women you bring into the fold. I know you will continue to bring together amazing women and their lives would be richly blessed for having met you.
I have experienced something magical and ethereal during the cacao ceremony…where it felt the time stood still and I was completely at one with my sisters and the universe, but when I came out of it, I was met with peace and tranquillity. Love to you and to all the ladies who were there. Blessings.
-Emma Jung-Beeman (RIP, dear sister)
My Qualifications
I’m a (recovering) protestor who’s played guitar around a campfire many a time back in the day…though I can’t carry a tune to save my life. That’s enough, right?!