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Modern Christmas celebrations place all emphasis on the birth of Jesus & Santa Claus; but what about the pre-Christian celebrations of yuletide? Who quietly shaped, crafted, baked, tended and transformed the Christmas table, crafts and hearth space? In this workshop, we will explore the forgotten female figures and wandering spirits of Christmas time and their ties to domestic labor, magic, and self empowerment; with a special emphasis on Sankta Lucia. We will also learn how to bake her ceremonial buns in the Swedish fashion, and discuss other charms of the hearth space to carry us through the darkest nights of the year.

*note that there is a supported and a supporter payment option, this workshop is FREE but if you would like to donate so that we can continue to offer programming, there are options to.

ABOUT RACHAEL:

Rachael Gonzalez is an artist, bodyworker, trolldom apprentice and folkways educator based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As a practicing witch and artist, she has a unique perspective on folk practices as both spiritual tool and creative outlet which serves to support our wellbeing. Rachael is passionate about skill sharing and crafting in circles and learning how old ways can inform our health and healing today.