Moonroot Mediation
blyssful ALCHEMY is excited to welcome Moonroot Meditation led by Dani Lily
Together, we invite you for a Sunday morning tea and meditation class. Featuring the world’s only natural pink tea by Unitea, we will take some time in ritual and reverence to honour one of our most precious resources, water.
Guests can expect a series of guided meditations intended to bring you a greater sense of presence, groundedness, and connection to your inner world. Together, we will practice awareness and self-care through mindfulness-based exercises and breathwork.
No meditation experience necessary.
Upon arrival, guests will be served a cup of Unitea (CBD optional)
Tickets: $15
$1 from every ticket sale in May will be donated to the Canadian Mental Health Association.
This event takes place on the unceded, ancestral, and occupied, traditional lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil-Watuth), Stó:lō, Shíshálh (Sechelt) and Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nations of the Coast Salish peoples.
About Moonroot:
Moonroot Meditation is a mindfulness-based cannabis education project. The vision for this project is to foster connection and knowledge-sharing through accessible, inclusive, and light-hearted community gatherings & workshops where cannabis is not only discussed, but also celebrated. Moonroot Meditation was created out of a dream to bring the therapeutic benefits of intentional cannabis consumption and mindfulness meditation together in supportive and open-minded environments that welcome all people and facilitate curiosity and growth among the community.
About Instructor Dani Lily:
Dani is a meditation & mindfulness teacher, cannabis educator, writer, womxn of colour, Flower & Freedom Ambassador and creator of Moonroot Meditation. She has been active in the Cannabis Community for over 7 years, and has played many roles from president of UBC’s Hempology 101 club, to educator, to work in cannabis retail, to activism and advocacy. She trained from 2017-2018 in teaching mindfulness meditation under the guidance of Hiroko Demichelis of Vancouver Brain Lab, Moment Meditation, and The Lab of Meditation, as well as with Carolyn Budgell of One Yoga Vancouver. Dani’s work is grounded in an intersectional feminist perspective, and values the roles of culture, history, and diversity in cannabis & meditation. She believes that cannabis and meditation both empower individuals to take back control of their healthcare & wellbeing, and that community plays a powerful role in co-creating understanding through knowledge-sharing and lifetime learning.
Cannabis Vapes 101
Wanna learn more about cannabis vapes? Curious about the different hardware options out there and the ingredients used? Did you know that vape pens have become the top selling concentrate product in legal states like Colorado and California? Wanna find out why?
Come out and get some answers!
Join us for an info session and learn the basics with local Extract & Vape Specialist, Jen Chamberland.
Check out and compare different vape hardware samples and gain valuable consumer knowledge to better inform future purchases and learn more about this new and emerging consumption method.
Manage your Pain with Restorative Yoga & Cannabis Education
with JavaYoga &Cannacentric
Our fascia in an extremely strong, connected web of tissue which threads through our entire bodies, surrounding muscle, organs, nerves, bones and even cells. When one spot gets traumatized , the effects of this ripple throughout our whole bodies!
The fascial web’s natural fluid state is disrupted, causing tightness, hardening and PAIN. With just a few simple myofascial self-release (MFSR) techniques, we can smooth out traumatized areas, returning this crucial tissue to its normal supple, balanced state.
This three hour workshop will begin with an introduction to Cannabis and pain management that will give individuals the tools to begin or continue their cannabis journey with more knowledge and specificity on dosing, effects and interactions for relief of chronic pain conditions. You will then learn ways to manipulate your own fascia using three simple, easily-accessible, everyday tools - a tennis ball, a wooden dowel, and a squash ball.
Once the fascia is warmed up, we will practice a few simple, fully-supported Restorative Yoga poses to quiet the nervous system and prepare us for deep rest to incorporate the changes into the body. A delicious half hour Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep, the deepest, most healing rest you will ever experience!) will follow.
Each participant will emerge blissful, with a handout so that you can repeat the exercises and Yoga practice at home, as well as essential oil samples. There will be an option to purchase the simple tools, or you can make your own!
Tropical Infusions with Mocha Catering
On June 15th blyssful ALCEMY is excitded to collaborate with Mocha Catering, to offer you a Tropical Island Infusions Workshop from 4pm-6pm - making tropical infused sauces:
Together we will make:
- infused jerk sauce marinade (vegan)
- infused honey jerk salad dressing & dipping sauce
- infused mango chutney
The workshop will be 2hrs with a cost of $45
Attendees will receive recipes for each of the 3 sauces and a 125ml sample of each sauce
Attendees will be taught how to infuse oil (olive) using various ways and methods including the oven and slow cooker
We will also mention that there are products on the market that can help make the process more convenient
We welcome you to make these sauces that you can take home, just in time for BBQ season!
An Introduction to CBD: A Guide to Responsible Consumption
Bethany Rae of Flower and Freedom
In this Flower & Freedom conversation, Bethany Rae explains how CBD supports her active lifestyle. Her mission is to provide new consumers with information about CBD and cannabis products to create awareness around responsible cannabis consumption. By removing stereotypes and simplifying the science Bethany makes understanding CBD a lot less intimidating.
Topics Discussed
How CBD works in the body
Ten different types of CBD consumption
Safe storage and personal responsibility
How to talk to your doctor about CBD
Legal access and changing regulations
CBD for fitness - pre, post and during
Live Stream
This presentation will be live streamed into the Flower & Freedom community facebook group. The Flower & Freedom community facebook group is a private 19+ only group where the focus is on discussing responsible cannabis consumption within a healthy lifestyle. Please request to join the Flower & Freedom community facebook group here.
About Bethany Rae
Bethany Rae is the founder of Flower & Freedom. She is a cannabis education advocate and international speaker. She inspires honest, experience-based conversations to guide awareness around healthy cannabis consumption. Follow Bethany Rae on Instagram here.
About Flower & Freedom
Flower & Freedom is a community of health and fitness enthusiasts exploring cannabis for wellness. Each Flower & Freedom ambassador explains how cannabis fits into their active lifestyle, creating relevant and contemporary education. Learn more at www.flowerandfreedom.com
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Yes, you must be 19+ to attend this event.
Does the event start right at 7:00 pm?
The doors open for the event at 7:00 pm. We anticipate starting the presentation between 7:15 and 7:30 pm.
Who is this event suited for?
This event is designed for individuals with little or no experience with CBD. If you are a experienced cannabis or CBD consumer you are encouraged to attend and bring with you someone brand new to CBD or cannabis. Even if you don't believe you will ever consume cannabis this event is useful to help you understand and guide the choices of your loved ones considering cannabis.
Is there cannabis consumption at this event?
No, there is no cannabis consumption facilitated or supplied at this educational event.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
There is a parking lot across from Blyssful Alchemy and street parking. The studio is also walking distance from the skytrain station at Main and Terminal.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please email info@flowerandfreedom.com with any questions.
What's the refund policy?
Refunds available up to 1 day before the event, April 15th. After this time no refunds are offered.
Why should I attend this event?
Almost 100 years of cannabis prohibition has meant that the knowledge about the therapeutic properties of cannabis has been kept back from the general public. In order to see cannabis healthily integrated into our society, we each have a role to play in understanding what cannabis is and what are its various uses rather than allowing misinformation and misconceptions to thrive.
Thank you for considering this Flower & Freedom event.
Flower & Freedom Educational Partners Include:
Tilray Canada
Stashlogix
Liberty Clothing
blyssful Alchemy
The Her(b)Life
Conscious Sensual Awareness- Exploring the 5 Senses
Lori McCracken
In this Conscious Sensual Awareness Workshop we will be Exploring the 5 Elements (Fire, Earth, Space, Air and Water) and the 5 Senses (Sight, Taste, Sound, Smell and Touch).
Laurie McCracken, Authentic Tantra®* Practitioner will offer ways to awaken your senses and heal your blocks to bliss!
We'll use simple exercises and engaging conversation to have a non-sexual yet fun experience of all 5 senses. Open to men and women, all genders, singles and/or partners.
*The Authentic Tantra® modality is unique in the world of Western Tantra because these methods are rooted in the Tibetan Five Element Tantric Teachings.
Lori Mccracken
As a former nun, oncology nurse, holistic health coach and energy medicine practitioner, I never imagined I would become a Certified Authentic Tantra® Practitioner and Sexologist! However, it’s a perfect fit!! I am passionate about raising pleasure consciousness in the world; about supporting the healing and transformation needed to re-unite our sexuality with our spirituality. I know personally the emotional, physical and mental trauma this “disconnect” can create in one’s life. I have also experienced firsthand the profound healing and transformation Authentic Tantra® offers. Working with individuals, couples and groups, I weave the Emotion Code and Body Code (an energy medicine modality) into my Authentic Tantra® coaching sessions, enhancing and personalizing this already profound work even more. Website: https://lauriemccracken.com/ Email: laurie@lauriemccracken.com
To register please visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/conscious-sensual-awareness-at-blyssful-alchemy-tickets-59916265162
Friday June 14th- 6:30pm-9:30pm
Educational Infused BBQ Dining Experience With Faded Mocha
Presented by Mocha Catering &
blyssful ALCHEMY
On Friday June 14th, we are offering an infused dining experience for 16 people at blyssful ALCHEMY. Please email us at blyssfulalchemy@gmail.com to request an invite!
~Menu~
Chicken Meal
Appies
Mini infused beef patties (made with halal ground beef)
Infused mango chutney
Main
Jerk chicken
Rice & peas
Mashed sweet potato made with coconut milk and infused coconut oil
Spinach salad with infused mandarin dressing
Dessert by Kat's Consumables
- still work in progress but will incorporate mango chutney and fried plantains.
Vegan Meal
Mini infused veggie patties
Infused mango chutney
Jerk cauliflower
Rice & peas
Mashed sweet potato made with coconut milk and infused coconut oil
Spinach salad with infused mandarin dressing
Dessert by Kat's Consumables
- still work in progress but will incorporate mango chutney and fried plantains.
The ticket prices are:
-$65 - dinner only
-$105 - dinner and the Tropical Infusions workshop on the 15t
Saturday June 15th- 4pm-6pm
Tropical Infusions with Mocha Catering
On June 15th blyssful ALCEMY is excitded to collaborate with Mocha Catering, to offer you a Tropical Island Infusions Workshop from 4pm-6pm - making tropical infused sauces:
Together we will make:
- infused jerk sauce marinade (vegan)
- infused honey jerk salad dressing & dipping sauce
- infused mango chutney
The workshop will be 2hrs with a cost of $45
Attendees will receive recipes for each of the 3 sauces and a 125ml sample of each sauce
Attendees will be taught how to infuse oil (olive) using various ways and methods including the oven and slow cooker
We will also mention that there are products on the market that can help make the process more convenient
We welcome you to make these sauces that you can take home, just in time for BBQ season!