Valentine’s Day is tomorrow!
Long before greeting cards and chocolates, this holiday was connected to an ancient seasonal festival honoring love and fertility called Lupercalia. The name likely comes from the mythical founders of Rome who were raised by a wolf mother. (Lupus = wolf in Latin) There are many wild traditions that come along with this festival, and if you’re looking for more information, you’ve been warned, but here’s one of my favorite shorter Youtube video that explains it well. However you observe it, be it romantically with your partner, as Galentine’s Day with your bestie, or streaking drunkenly through the streets (yes they did that), may tomorrow nourish your relationships, your creativity, and your own well-being.
Last call for our raffle!
Today is the final day to submit a short video testimonial about your experience at the studio or with massage therapy to be entered to win a $50 gift certificate for The Gentle Place to be used for a class, workshop or massage.
Text your video: 508-788-7300 OR:
Email: donna@thegentleplace.com
Google reviews (always appreciated)
Thank you to everyone who has already shared or reviewed, your words truly mean the world.
Saturday: Candlelight Gentle Yoga (4:00pm)
Tomorrow, Saturday, Mary Ellen Brooks leads her Candlelight Gentle Yoga class. A practice designed to slow the nervous system, release tension, and settle into rest. A beautiful way to soften into the weekend. It’s a regular class drop in ($25), class card punch ($21-22), or included in membership, please pre-register!
Monday: Infant Massage Workshop (11:30am)
You’re invited: Art Show Reception in Natick
Tuesday’s New Moon marks the Lunar New Year, welcoming the Year of the Horse, a symbol of vitality, movement, freedom, and forward momentum. It’s a wonderful moment to reflect on where your energy wants to go in the months ahead. More on that in next week’s newsletter.