Post Election Retreat: A Day of Restoration, Hope, and Healing.
Saturday 11/9
10:00 AM - 4:00PM at The Spiritual Life Center
76 Sherman St in the West end of Hartford
This election season has been like no other. No matter where
you stand on the political spectrum, the atmosphere of discord and divisiveness has burned out many of us. And yet, Hope and Joy still emerge – they simply cannot be contained!
Join us on November 9 for a Post Election Retreat to help refresh your spirit with affirming, hopeful, nurturing energy. Full day or half day options available.
Morning Session (10:00 am - 12:15):
- Gathering and Welcome
- Caring Circle
- Circle of Grief
- Music of Hope
Lunch Gathering (12:15 - 1:00 Bring a brown bag lunch. Snack and beverages will be provided.)
Afternoon Session
- Gathering and Welcome
- 2 Options:
- Listening to the Wild (outside)
- Contemplative Music/Storytelling/Sitting in Stillness ( art supplies available for creative expression)
- Regather
- Drumming Circle
- Closing
Walk the Labyrinth as You Wish
The labyrinth will be available to walk whenever you wish.
The “Post Election Retreat” is presented in collaboration with and supported by a generous contribution from HIU’s Center for Transformative Spirituality.
Cost: Full day $40 or Half day $25

Session Facilitators:
Nancy Benben
Carol Fournier
Lisa Irish
David Sutherland
Dr. Lisa Dahill
Steve Ferreira
Resa Ferreira