🌞 Summer Solstice Celebration at Riverside Park
June 21, 2025 | 10:00am – 1:00pm(ish)
Riverside Park – Grand Rapids, MI
 
Celebrate the summer solstice the way it was meant to be — with sunshine, community, connection, and little joyful treats! This special gathering is all about honoring the longest day of the year by slowing down, tuning in, and enjoying the beauty of the season together.
 
We’ll begin with a 30-minute, beginner-friendly yoga session led by the amazing Nicole Hensch. Her grounding and accessible style will help you ease into your body, no matter your level of experience (or flexibility!). After yoga, we’ll take a casual walk — just under 3 miles — along the flat, paved trails of Riverside Park. You’re welcome to adjust the walk or yoga to your own pace and comfort, or simply join us afterward for the workshop portion.
 
Once we’ve moved and breathed a bit, we’ll transition into the Talking to Trees workshop — a gentle, soulful practice where you’ll learn how to connect with the trees around you in your own unique way. We’ll touch on the science and spirit of it all, then I’ll guide you through a simple practice, followed by quiet journaling and tree time.
 
To wrap up our celebration, we’ll enjoy a light gluten-free picnic with sparkling water, good company, and a DIY flower bouquet bar where you can make something beautiful to take home. All materials will be provided — just bring your own water bottle, yoga mat, and journal.
 
This is a laid-back, heart-centered event open to all levels and all people — whether you’re a seasoned yogi, a curious nature lover, or just someone looking for a peaceful way to welcome the new season.
 
☀️ Quick Details:
    •    Flat, paved trail — just under 3 miles
    •    Beginner-friendly yoga session (optional)
    •    “Talking to Trees” workshop + solo journaling time
    •    Gluten-free picnic + flower bouquet bar
    •    All supplies provided (except yoga mat, water, and journal)
    •    You’ll get an email one week prior with all final details
 
🌧 Weather Plan:
If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we’ll reschedule. If you can’t make the new date, you’ll get a full refund. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable.
 
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About Nicole:
Nicole Hensch (she/her), E-RYT, is born and raised in Grand Rapids with a few years living in Chicago and abroad. Nicole received her Yoga teacher training at Seva Yoga and has been teaching Yoga in the Grand Rapids area for 10 years. Specializing in slow flow and restorative styles with a soft spot for teaching beginners and making Yoga accessible, she is dedicated to helping students of all levels find stress relief and optimal health through Yoga. When she is not teaching or practicing Yoga herself, Nicole loves to read, paddleboard and walk her 2 dogs.