JUNE NEWSLETTER
Dear N.E.S.T. Family,
As we move into June, I want to begin by expressing my deepest gratitude for all the magic we have shared together this season. It feels almost beyond words—perhaps even beyond worlds—the beauty, connection, healing, and transformation that have unfolded here at the N.E.S.T.
I have been flying high on the abundance of blessings that have graced this sacred space, especially over these past few weeks, as our community continues to show up for themselves and for one another with such courage, authenticity, and love.
May flowed abundantly, bringing a rich tapestry of gatherings, teachings, ceremonies, and heartfelt reunions. It was a month filled with meaningful moments and reminders of the power of coming together in community.
As we spread our wings into June, the energy continues to build, and another beautiful month of offerings, connection, and possibility awaits.
One of the visions gradually taking root at the N.E.S.T. has been the creation of traditions that strengthen our bonds and weave a shared story.
In May, Andrea Calderón and her
Rock Star team brought the power of song and medicine to our community with the 3rd annual concert sponsored by the Hudson Valley Psychedelic Society and the Forest Haven.
We then continued the tradition honoring our ancestors during a deeply immersive Memorial Weekend retreat.
Thank you to those who flew to our N.E.S.T. to share and support!
We carried on holding space for our 4th Talking Stick Men’s retreat.
(#5 is on the calendar!)
It’s been a true gift to witness men transforming over the years with the medicine of emotional release and authentic communication.
I have the role of house mom and cook, nourishing these sensitive souls (along with our dear Jeffrey who’s homemeade fig bars are always a huge hit!).
The educational series “Growing at the N.E.S.T.” launched in May and continues through June guided by Phil Farber, our Cannabis guru.
Our community is finding their way to deeper connection learning how to start plants, care for them, and eventually reap the rewards of our labor come harvest time.
It's not too late! There's still one more session for you to join us!
Before the busy season fully arrived, there was also an opportunity for a brief family reconnection.
I was able to fly away and leave my N.E.S.T. in good hands to visit with my mother and daughter in Florida for a quick family reconnection just before the busy season kicked off.
Blessings to all the Mothers!💐
With great joy, June brings a new offering to our community. Shabbaton!
A special weekend retreat honoring Shabbat, Day of Rest, (who doesn’t need that!) and the Jewish roots that are part of the N.E.S.T.'s story.
This retreat and all our N.E.S.T events are open to all, welcoming every tradition and belief.
Nature is our medicine.
As the birds sing in the early summer sky, we invite you to pause, to slow down, and to be present in this beautiful forest with community.
The focus of the weekend will be on Tikkun HaNefesh:
Repairing your Soul through Process & Practice
Our beloved Tipi is now an integral part of the N.E.S.T., and continues to reveal its magic. Since the day it was raised, it has held prayers, songs, ceremonies, and deeply moving moments of connection. Its form continues to evolve, adapting to larger gatherings and changing weather, while serving as a living sanctuary for our community.
Come, fly in, land, ground and spend time at the N.E.S.T. for your very own personal retreat, gathering, reunion, offering.
There are many ways to connect and be a part of this beautiful growing community.
We look forward to sharing this journey with you.
💆🏽♀️Introducing our new offerings & services pricelist🛁
With so much love, Stefanie.
