# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Bright Nature Spark: Celebrating Summer 2026 with Áine's Alchemy - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Summer Solstice 2026 celebrate - inspired by Áine's rich mythical, sensory-creative and dazzling nature constellation in the Irish landscapeAbout this Event"Radiance is the light that shines from within when you embrace your true essence." — The Merrymaker SistersContinuing from the Spring Strength and Success of our Beautiful Brigid gathering....we are delighted to offer a continued bridge- this time, with inspiration and celebration of the agency of Áine and her yield of Irish wisdom, as Summer.......The workshop sequence will be attuned with a blend of harmonious traditions that support navigation through Summer, in the Irish Landscape.Opening Ritual & Grounding:Warm Welcome Circle: Introduction to Áine’s nature myths and ecological symbols (e.g. gorse, meadowsweet, sun, fire), with sun-infused herbal radiant drinks.Guided Light Balm Meditation: A sensory forest bathing and breathing to connect the inner fire of Self with the ripeness of the land.Nature Crafting & Creative Expression:Blazing Botanical Art: Creating flower crowns or wild art arrangements using materials like meadowsweet or primroses {or whatever summer golden flowers are available, and support the growth of a sustainable self-care carbon cup and green care footrprint}Illuminating Light creations: Crafting symbolic "torches" or decorating sun-themed candles or wreaths for abundance ritualsRay Reflections : Using journalling prompts to explore themes of personal sovereignty and future intentions.Closing Ceremony:Traditional Sun energy giftings: A group ritual involving offerings of milk, honey, flowers, or shared "sun-symbol" cakes.Inner fire Intention Setting: Lighting a symbolic fire to manifest abundance for the coming harvest season.Take aways from the Nature Alchemy of Áine WorkshopIn addition to inner activation and attunment of summer senses, there will be a rich range of hand made crafting takeaways, that focus on blending traditional Irish ancestral skills with modern creative expression to both anchor and soar seasonal and personal intentions.We look forward to welcoming you in the summer glow of the serene Festina Lente Victorian Walled Gardens!"Be radiant. Then, radiate." - Hiro Boga https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/06f7e2a0-6968-11f1-ba52-bfd8536ace95-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bray/the-bright-nature-spark-celebrating-summer-2026-with-Áines-alchemy/100001982525137053 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, health-wellness, summer-solstice, meditation - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Festina Lente Enterprises CLG - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 43.04, max: 43.04, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Bray - **state**: WW - **country**: Ireland - **location**: Festina Lente Enterprises CLG - **lat**: 53.2103235 - **long**: -6.1205885 - **full address**: Festina Lente Enterprises CLG, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray, Ireland ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Bright Nature Spark: Celebrating Summer 2026 with Áine's Alchemy - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b5585650f29f320bd42e267aab80fa68d8d586122ed066320f9c36ce43f90f48-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf3f4f2-gmir.jpg?v=1771348352 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Bright Nature Spark: Celebrating Summer 2026 with Aine's Alchemy being held? - **A:** The Bright Nature Spark: Celebrating Summer 2026 with Aine's Alchemy takes place on Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Festina Lente Enterprises CLG, Old Connaught Avenue, Bray, Ireland. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Bright Nature Spark: Celebrating Summer 2026 with Aine's Alchemy? - **A:** The Bright Nature Spark: Celebrating Summer 2026 with Aine's Alchemy is organized by Festina Lente. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Bright Nature Spark: Celebrating Summer 2026 with Aine's Alchemy is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bray, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Service users have the opportunity to access a range of integrated developmental and leisure opportunities.Our campus is situated in the grounds of what was once Old Connaught House, formerly the residence of the Plunket family.Read more on the History of Old Connaught House & Gardens and Festina Lente Foundation.Festina Lente (Latin) means Hasten Slowly and is the Plunket family motto. We adopted this as the name of our organisation in 1995 because it conveys our culture perfectly.  Festina Lente was founded in 1988 by Mary Rachel Brophy; her aim was through social and economic inclusion, to support those most at risk.  The result of all of the Festina Lente’s hard work is the wonderful garden and state of the art Equestrian Centre which are available to the public to enjoy whenever they want." } ] } ] ```