+ upcoming events +
Community Cacao Circle // JUNE // Solstice Edition
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a special SOLSTICE EDITION of our monthly cacao circle, to experience the power of this potent medicine. Each gathering is a sacred opportunity to connect, heal, and remember.
I am a devoted mama bear, space holder, + song carrier — leading deeply heartfelt, spirit-led circles rooted in reverence and authentic connection. For this Solstice celebration, our circle takes on a special glow as we will be joined by guest facilitator Lara Woolfson — a visionary artist, intuitive guide, and ceremonial spaceholder — whose presence brings added depth and radiance. Together, we will co-create a richly woven experience of sound, prayer, and heart-opening communion as we honor the turning of the light.
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Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
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Led by Sunni + Lara
Sunni — herbalist, earth mama, + song carrier
Lara — sound healer, ritual facilitator, + intuitive guide
Energetic Exchange // $45
LOCATION // Harmony House at theGROVE
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
follow @the_soul_shines + @nouveau_lara on Instagram
Meet Your Facilitators //
Erica ‘Sunni’ Sunshine //
At her core, Sunni is a mama bear, devoted to the art of balancing softness with strength. She tends to spaces that feel both tender and deeply held — a reflection of her commitment to family, community, and the sacred web that connects us all.
Sunni strives to move with this balance in everything she does, especially through her relationship with cacao and sound. These living medicines are central to her being — guiding her heart-work, opening pathways for connection, healing, and deep remembrance.
Lara Woolfson //
Lara Woolfson is a South African-born artist, sound healer, and ritual facilitator with an MFA from Lesley University. Rooted in Shamanic arts, Reiki, and polarity work, she weaves ancient traditions with intuitive sound to create sacred spaces for healing and transformation.
Through ceremony, community, and the medicine of voice, Lara invites others to realign with their true selves and remember the wisdom within. She believes healing happens together — in shared spaces of reflection, connection, and deep listening.
Community Cacao Circle // JULY
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a cozy monthly gathering to experience the power of this potent medicine.
Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
LOCATION // Harmony House @ theGROVE, 19 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
+++ Please arrive by 515p if you can, so we can begin at 530p
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $35
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Community Cacao Circle // AUGUST
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a cozy monthly gathering to experience the power of this potent medicine.
Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
LOCATION // Harmony House @ theGROVE, 19 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
+++ Please arrive by 515p if you can, so we can begin at 530p
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $35
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Community Cacao Circle // MAY
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a cozy monthly gathering to experience the power of this potent medicine.
Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
LOCATION // Harmony House @ theGROVE, 19 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $35
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Community Cacao Circle // APRIL
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a cozy monthly gathering to experience the power of this potent medicine.
Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
LOCATION // Harmony House @ theGROVE, 19 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $35
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Community Cacao Circle // MARCH
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a cozy monthly gathering to experience the power of this potent medicine.
Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
LOCATION // Harmony House @ theGROVE, 19 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $35
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Community Cacao Circle // FEBRUARY
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a cozy monthly gathering to experience the power of this potent medicine.
Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
LOCATION // Harmony House @ theGROVE, 19 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $35
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Community Cacao Circle // JANUARY
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a cozy monthly gathering to experience the power of this potent medicine.
Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
LOCATION // Harmony House @ theGROVE, 19 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $25 - $35 sliding scale donation
REGISTER by purchasing ticket below
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Community Cacao Circle // DECEMBER
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a cozy monthly gathering to experience the power of this potent medicine.
Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
LOCATION // theGROVE, 19 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $25 - $35 sliding scale donation
REGISTER via Venmo @thegrovect
PLEASE make sure to note DEC CACAO when registering.
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Restorative Sound Journey
I warmly invite you to drop into a beautiful, quiet space with both yourself and welcoming community, at a time when we can often find ourselves caught up in the busyness of tending to others. Just a couple of days after the Winter Solstice + right before the celebration of Christmas, let’s take this opportunity to connect with our deepest feelings of gratitude + love.
Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing, as we will be gently moving our bodies before settling in to restorative yoga postures with the thoughtful aid of various props, ensuring that we can be as comfortable as possible while we relax and enjoy the experience of journeying through a variety of soothing soundscapes.
LOCATION // theGROVE, 19 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
This is an intimate gathering // VERY LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $35
REGISTER via Venmo @thegrovect
PLEASE make sure to note DEC RESTORATIVE SOUND JOURNEY when registering.
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Restorative Sound Journey
I warmly invite you to drop into a beautiful, quiet space with both yourself and welcoming community, at a time when we can often find ourselves caught up in the busyness of tending to others. Just a couple of days before the meaningful celebration of Thanksgiving, let’s take this opportunity to connect with our deepest feelings of gratitude and appreciation.
Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing, as we will be gently moving our bodies before settling in to restorative yoga postures with the thoughtful aid of various props, ensuring that we can be as comfortable as possible while we relax and enjoy the experience of journeying through a variety of soothing soundscapes.
LOCATION // theGROVE, 17 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
This is an intimate gathering // VERY LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $35
REGISTER via Venmo @thegrovect
PLEASE make sure to note NOV RESTORATIVE SOUND JOURNEY when registering.
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Community Cacao Circle
:: a monthly gathering ::
Please join us for a cozy monthly gathering to experience the power of this potent medicine.
Pure ceremonial cacao has the ability to open the heart, relieve stress, promote emotional release, stimulate creativity, elevate energy levels without the crash, enhance feelings of bliss + connection, and align us with our personal vision + life mission.
Come circle up with community during this monthly offering, set intentions, enjoy a cup of potent ceremonial cacao, share what is on your heart, and close with a sumptuous sound journey where various instrumentation is woven together with the medicine of cacao to induce a state of pure relaxation and bliss.
LOCATION // theGROVE, 17 Cedar Lake Road, Chester CT
LIMITED SPACE, please register in advance!
Energetic Exchange // $25 - $35 sliding scale donation
REGISTER via Venmo @thegrovect
PLEASE make sure to note NOV CACAO when registering.
follow @the_soul_shines on Instagram
Rise + Restore Workshop
We RISE up in 30 minutes of flow movement led by Bonnie Ludovico. A series of sun salutations and a chance to stretch and move the energy in our bodies in preparation for restorative poses.
We ReSTORE in a 60 minute restorative yoga sound journey led by Sunni. We will assist in positioning props to maximize release in each pose while you are serenaded by a myriad of live musical instruments.
Prenatal Mini Retreat
Embrace your pregnancy journey with other mamas while enjoying practices to nurture your wellbeing.
Mini Retreat Includes ::
+ Restorative Yoga with Sound Bath
+ Breathwork & Movement Techniques
+ Functional Nutrition Insights from a Certified Nutrition Specialist for Prenatal, Birthing Ease, & 4th Trimester Wellbeing
+ Mama/Baby Connection & Self Prioritization Rituals
+ Nutritious Bites & Elixirs will be served
+ Take Aways & Gifts