Come as you are. Bring a dish. Leave feeling nourished.

Join us for a heart-centered series of seasonal community potluck brunches that celebrate the cycles of nature, the wisdom of women, and the beauty of connection. Inspired by ancient traditions and modern sisterhood, these gatherings offer a space to slow down, honor the moment, and reconnect — with the earth, with each other, and with yourself.

Whether you arrive solo or with a friend, you’ll be welcomed into a warm community of like-minded women.

What These Gatherings Are

These brunches are not formal women’s circles or spiritual workshops. There’s no pressure to share, perform, or participate in anything structured.

They are simply safe, welcoming spaces for women to come together — to take a break, enjoy nourishing food, meet new friends, and mark the changing seasons in a gentle, intentional way.

Come to relax, connect, and feel held in community. That’s more than enough.

How It Works

Potluck Style: Bring a vegetarian or vegan dish to share
When registering, you’ll be prompted to choose a dish category: appetizer, main course, or dessert. If a category fills up, we’ll ask you to select a different option so we can keep a balanced variety of dishes. No need to prepare enough food for a crowd of 20+ — with each woman bringing something, there’s always more than enough to share. (Of course, if you love to cook and want to go big, we welcome that too!)
Please include a list of ingredients (for allergy awareness) with your dish at the gathering and bring your own serving utensils!
Appetizers and main course dishes should be vegetarian or vegan, and we kindly ask that you include a list of ingredients for those with food allergies or sensitivities
A fully equipped kitchen is available on-site
Plates, cups, utensils, tea, and water will be provided — just bring your beautiful self and your dish to share
These are non-alcoholic events
Each gathering includes a seasonal blessing before brunch
You are warmly invited to bring a small item for our communal altar that reflects the season or the celebration’s theme (optional, but welcome)
Address: Rogers Lake Clubhouse, 75 Rogers Lake Trail, Old Lyme, CT 06371 (PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON THE GRASS - there is additional parking behind the building) Please be considerate of surrounding neighbors.

Bringing Your Daughter

We warmly welcome girls ages 12 and up who would enjoy and benefit from the space. These gatherings are gentle, reflective, and rooted in meaningful connection — so we kindly ask that younger children not attend, in order to preserve the calm, nourishing atmosphere.

There is no charge for daughters — Simply bring a dish to share, or if your daughter prefers, she can contribute a small item to add to the table.

Each young woman must be accompanied by an adult. This is a beautiful way to share the magic of seasonal gatherings across generations.

Want to Bring a Little Extra Magic or Fun?

These gatherings are spacious and relaxed — and if you feel called to bring something that brings you joy or invites gentle connection, please do. A few ideas:

Tarot or oracle cards for casual readings and soulful conversation
Knitting, crocheting, or handwork to work on while you chat and sip tea
Journals for reflection or intention-setting
Simple outdoor games like horseshoes or anything playful
Seasonal craft supplies (flower crowns, nature mandalas, leaf rubbings — simple, optional fun)

There’s no pressure to do anything but show up — but if you’d like to contribute to the atmosphere in a small way, we welcome it.

Nothing is required — this is an open-hearted invitation to co-create if it brings you joy. Feel free to reach out if you’d like to coordinate ahead of time!

July 20 – Witch's Day

This midsummer gathering celebrates the feminine in all her forms—the wise woman, the healer, the wild soul, the intuitive guide. It’s a powerful, lighthearted reclaiming of the word witch in its purest meaning: a woman deeply attuned to herself, to nature, and to the unseen realms.

Together, we’ll explore our inner magic through the everyday rituals of laughter, rest, storytelling, and shared ceremonies. It’s a soul-enriching day designed to help you step gently and joyfully into your power, all within a supportive community.

Suggested altar item: Something that speaks to your magic — a favorite herb, a handmade charm, a symbol of your intuition or personal ritual.

Optional dress theme: Flowy, fun, mystical — think sparkle, moonlight, or floral witchy vibes.

Want to Help?

P.S. If you’d like to volunteer to help prepare the space, tend the altar, or support the flow — for one brunch or many — just let us know when you RSVP. Many hands make light, meaningful work.

Contact the host of Forest Sisters Community Brunch - Witch's Day