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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-03-09-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T000000
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SUMMARY:New Moon
DESCRIPTION:New Moon: NEW BEGINNINGS\nIt’s time for a clean slate\, start to gather your thoughts and plans. \nThe March 2026 New Moon occurs on March 19\, carrying the quiet energy of a lunar reset. This one is especially supportive for clarity\, releasing mental clutter\, and setting focused intentions for the next lunar cycle. Here’s a short\, specific ritual you can share or practice yourself. \nClear the Path Ritual:\nYou’ll need: \n\n\nA white or silver candle \n\n\nBronzite\, Smoky Quartz\, or Clear Quartz \n\n\nA small piece of paper \n\n\nA fireproof bowl \n\n\n1. Light the Candle\nTake three slow breaths and say quietly: \n“In the quiet of the new moon\, I clear what clouds my path and welcome focused intention.” \n2. Release the Noise\nOn the paper\, write one habit\, worry\, or distraction you are ready to release. \nFold the paper and hold it for a moment while imagining the weight of it leaving your body. \n3. Transform\nBurn the paper in the bowl and watch the smoke rise. As it does\, say: “What no longer serves me dissolves. Space opens for clarity.” \n4. Set One Clear Intention\nHold your crystal and speak one simple intention for the coming lunar cycle. \nExample: “Over the next moon cycle\, I commit to actions that support my calm and clear mind.” \n5. Close\nBlow out the candle and keep the crystal somewhere visible for the next 28 days as a reminder of your intention. \n\n✨ The new moon reminds us that even the smallest spark of intention can light the path ahead.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/new-moon-3-19-2026/
CATEGORIES:New Moons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T130000
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SUMMARY:Ostara / Spring Equinox
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 22nd\n1 to 5pm\nThe Spring Equinox — Ostara — is a time of balance\, renewal\, and fertile new beginnings. Together we’ll gather in community to honor nature’s harmony\, celebrate growth and gratitude\, and welcome the blossoming of new dreams and possibilities. \n  \nMembers: check your email and find the details on our Discord Channel.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/ostara-spring-equinox/
LOCATION:The Gathering Grove\, 4714 S. Ridgeway Rd\, Ringwood\, IL\, 60072\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sabbats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T235900
DTSTAMP:20260430T121347
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SUMMARY:Full Moon
DESCRIPTION:Full Moon: HARVEST ENDEAVORS\nA time to harvest the wishes and intentions of past moons. \nThe Full Moon on April 2 2026 falls in Virgo. This moon highlights healing\, purification\, daily habits\, and restoring order to your body\, mind\, and spiritual practice. \n🌕 Virgo Full Moon Ritual — Clearing & Realignment:\nVirgo is the sacred organizer of the zodiac — the healer who asks us to clear what is cluttered so energy can flow again. \nWhat You’ll Need\n\n\nGreen or white candle \n\n\nMoss Agate\, Fluorite\, or Clear Quartz \n\n\nA small bowl of salt or earth \n\n\nPaper and pen \n\n\nOptional: a cleansing herb (sage\, rosemary\, or thyme) \n\n\n\n1. Prepare Your Space\nVirgo energy loves intention through small acts of order. \nBefore beginning\, take a few minutes to: \n\n\nclear your altar \n\n\nwipe the surface \n\n\nplace your candle and crystal neatly \n\n\nLight the candle and say: \n“Under this Virgo moon\, I welcome clarity and healing. May what is out of alignment be gently restored.” \n2. Identify What Needs Clearing\nOn your paper\, write three things that feel cluttered or draining in your life.Virgo themes might include: \n\n\nhabits or routines \n\n\noverthinking or worry \n\n\nphysical or emotional stress \n\n\nunfinished tasks \n\n\nself-criticism \n\n\nCircle the one that most affects your peace of mind. \n3. Ground the Release\nHold the paper over the bowl of salt or earth and say: \n“I release the need to carry this burden. May it return to the earth and be transformed.” \nPlace the paper beneath the bowl (or safely burn it if that is part of your practice). \n4. Call in Healing Order\nHold your crystal in both hands and take three slow breaths. \nSay: “With this Virgo moon I restore balance to my body\, clarity to my mind\, and devotion to what truly matters.” \nPlace the crystal somewhere you will see it tomorrow as a reminder of the shift you are making. \n5. Seal the Ritual\nTouch the salt or earth and then your heart. \nSay: “I move forward lighter\, clearer\, and in right alignment.” \nLet the candle burn for a few more minutes before extinguishing. \n\n✨ Optional Virgo Moon Practice:  The next morning\, choose one small practical action that supports the intention you set — Virgo magic works best through simple\, consistent steps.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/new-moon-04-02-2026/
CATEGORIES:Full Moons
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SUMMARY:Highway Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove regularly demonstrates its commitment to environmental stewardship. \nLast year we officially adopted a highway to help maintain and care for our planet. \nOur first planned clean up day for 2026 will be on April 4th\, with the 11th as a weather backup. \nAll supplies are provided\, just bring your willingness to help our planet.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/highway-clean-up-04-04-2026/
CATEGORIES:Highway Clean Up
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SUMMARY:We're All Mad Here Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 12\, 2026 at Noon\nIt’s our 2nd Annual Tea Party!\nPlease wear a fancy hat or fascinator.\nWe’ve stepped it up this year! \nAfter we have our luncheon tea we will break out the hot glue guns and add flowers to decorate your very own straw sun hat. We have hats and all the supplies. This is a free community event.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/were-all-mad-here-tea-party/
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-04-13-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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SUMMARY:Beltane
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 3rd\n1 to 5pm\nJoin us in celebrating Beltane — the ancient festival of fire\, fertility\, and blossoming life. As the Wheel turns toward summer\, we honor the Earth’s abundance\, the union of sun and soil\, and the vibrant energy of growth and renewal. Together we’ll gather in gratitude to welcome the season of light\, love\, and creative awakening — a joyful time to celebrate life in full bloom. \nMembers: check your email and find the details on our Discord Channel.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/beltane-05-03-2026/
LOCATION:The Gathering Grove\, 4714 S. Ridgeway Rd\, Ringwood\, IL\, 60072\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sabbats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T190000
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-05-11-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260608T200000
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-06-0-2026/
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CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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SUMMARY:Lammas / Midsummer
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 20th\n1 to 5pm\nJoin us to celebrate the height of summer as we honor the power of the sun and the abundance of the Earth. The Summer Solstice and Lammas invite us to pause in gratitude — to bask in the light\, acknowledge the first harvests\, and celebrate the fullness of life. Together we’ll gather in community to honor this vibrant turning of the Wheel\, giving thanks for all that has come to fruition and welcoming the blessings yet to unfold. \nMembers: check your email and find the details on our Discord Channel.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/lammas-midsummer-06-20-2026/
LOCATION:The Gathering Grove\, 4714 S. Ridgeway Rd\, Ringwood\, IL\, 60072\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sabbats
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-07-13-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T121347
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-08-10-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T200000
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-09-14-2026/
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CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-10-12-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T200000
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-11-09-2026/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261214T190000
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Gathering Grove\nMonthly Board Meeting\n7 pm on Zoom\nBoard Members will be sent link prior to meeting. \nBoard meetings held on 2nd Mondays at 7pm.
URL:https://thegatheringgrove.org/event/board-meeting-12-14-2026/
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