Our next book club pick: Dance of the Jakaranda by Peter Kimani 1963. Kenya is on the verge of independence from British colonial rule. In the Great Rift Valley, Kenyans of all backgrounds come together in the previously white-only establishment of the Jakaranda Hotel. The resident musician is Rajan Salim, who charms visitors with songs...
Turn pages of your book in companionable silence at this quiet garden reading party. This is a great way to absorb yourself in that book you've been meaning to get to, meet your book club deadline, or allocate some dedicated time to reading. Turn off your phone and tune in to your pages in the...
Join Sei-Kashe M'pfunya and Gacie Njoroge for a hands-on workshop where fabric decoration meets watercolor! Experience the beauty of flower pounding/impressions—a unique artistic technique that transfers the natural pigments of flowers and leaves onto fabric or paper, creating stunning, one-of-a-kind prints. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, come explore the magic of...
Learn the basics of meditative sashiko style stitching, with using stencils, removeable markers and deliciously thick thread. Sashiko (literally “little stabs”) is a form of decorative reinforcement stitching (or functional embroidery) from Japan. Traditional sashiko was used to reinforce points of wear, or to repair worn places or tears with patches. Today this running stitch...
Join us as we celebrate the craftsmanship of Kenyan wool artistry! Discover the journey of our Rift Valley Wool from “Sheep to Scarf” as we walk you through the traditional techniques of natural fiber processing. Enjoy live demonstrations of washing, carding, and preparing raw fleece, followed by an engaging spinning demo showcasing the delicate art...
Fads, Fictions & Facts for Your Forties. And Before. And Beyond! Join Dr Kate Campbell, Specialist in Reproductive and Sexual Health, and Dr Silvia Okamgba, Family Physician, for an intimate myth-busting conversation about hormones, perimenopause, and thriving through your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond. Whether you’re noticing shifts, supporting someone who is, or simply curious, this...
Macrame is a great craft to learn if you want to get creative but don’t have a lot of space or time to work. There are so many things you can make with basic knowledge of macrame: plant holders, bracelets, earrings, keychains, wall hangings, and more! Explore the art of knots in this beginner class, open to...
Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of plant based healing with this day long retreat. Step into the peace and tranquility of the Sensory Garden at Gathoni Farm in Tigoni and learn about the craft of making essential oils. The program: Begin the morning with a farm safari, where you'll walk through the tea plantation,...
Are you an established or aspiring writer? Have you thought you’d like to start writing “one day”? That day is here! Once a month, we will host a welcoming space to allow you to get into the writer’s zone in the company of other supportive, resourceful people. The casual session will include creative warm ups,...
Achieve great cross-stitch results from start to finish! Beth will show you cross-stitch basics that will help you avoid mistakes, achieve beautiful results and enjoy this meditative pastime. During class, you’ll learn how to cross-stitch a bookmark. You will be guided step by step through beginner techniques for basic cross-stitch, working across rows, separating thread...
Join Nancy for a multi-style yoga practice. She has practiced yoga for 10 years and taught for 3 years. As a certified multi-style yoga teacher, her yoga styles include Hatha, Iyengar, Ashtanga, Yin, Pranayama, meditation and Thai yoga massage. Each session is tailor made to suit all levels of experience. Nancy's aim is to help...
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