Returning To Self

Join Second Nature Elements (SNE) for an 8 month community wellness and creativity series designed to support self reflection, expression, and reconnection through nature, art, and mindful practices. Beginning Saturday, August 8, 2026, and continuing every 2nd Saturday of the month, this free series creates space for community members to slow down, explore their creativity, and reconnect with their inner child. Each month, participants will engage in hands-on workshops inspired by plants, art, and sustainable crafting. Through activities such as plant care, creative expression, journaling, storytelling, and nature-based projects, participants will explore themes of joy, imagination, self-care, and personal growth. These workshops are designed to provide a welcoming and culturally affirming environment where people can process, create, and reconnect with parts of themselves that are often neglected in everyday life. This series is open to community members of all ages and experience levels. No artistic or gardening experience is required; just a willingness to explore, create, and connect. Participants will leave each workshop with a handmade creation, new skills, and practices they can continue using to support their own wellness journey. Through Second Nature Elements, this series reflects our commitment to creating spaces where creativity, nature, and community come together to support mental wellness and collective care. Sponsored by 40x40 Reach Artist Grant.