Events & Speaking Engagements
Gentle Fridays: Plant Spirit Support for Changing Times
Gentle Fridays is a weekly, live gathering devoted to nervous system care, plant connection, and steady presence during changing times, hosted by clinical herbalist Ashley Marie Elenbaas, M.Sc., RH(AHG).
Each session begins with a brief check-in to sense the needs of the group, followed by a short reading or passage relevant to the moment. I’ll share simple practices and plant medicines that support stress, depletion, and emotional overwhelm, and draw one or two plant spirit cards to explore their teachings as symbolic guidance rather than prediction.
There is much to be learned by listening to one another. During our time together, I’ll also listen to you and invite the sharing of resources and practices that are helping regulate your nervous system. These reflections become part of a growing, collective well of support—we are stronger when we think and care together.
There will be space for questions about herbs and general support, offered in a gentle, conversational way. This is not a political discussion or a place for debate, but rather, a calm, supportive space to settle, listen, and be held by the plants and by shared wisdom.
Come as you are. You’re welcome to listen quietly, participate in the chat, or simply rest in the hour.
To participate live, ask questions, or be on camera, please join us on Zoom (link below).
Gentle Fridays: Plant Spirit Support for Changing Times
January 30 — 6–7 pm ET
5 pm CT / 3 pm PT / 11 pm UK
February 6 — 12–1 pm ET
11 am CT / 9 am PT / 5 pm UK
February 13 — 12–1 pm ET
11 am CT / 9 am PT / 5 pm UK
FREE Live Gathering
FREE In-Person Events
Spring Equinox Meditation Gathering
Join Ashley and Adam for an enchanting evening of ritual and reflection as we celebrate the Spring Equinox. Our gathering will take place at the Grapevine Collective in Minneapolis.
The evening will begin with gentle stretching and movement (no yoga clothing or mat required)! Following this, we’ll enter a period of quiet reflection, allowing everyone to contemplate the transition to Summer, setting meaningful intentions in the joyful and uplifting Solstice atmosphere.
After our reflective time, we’ll open the floor for sharing and connection, accompanied by light snacks and tea.
WHEN: Friday, March 6, 6:00 – 8:30 pm
WHERE: The Grapevine Collective at the New City Center, Minneapolis
ADDRESS: 3104 16th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407
COST: Free!
ONGOING: SOLSTICE & EQUINOX CIRCLES
Equinox & Solstice Gatherings
Join Ashley and Adam for quarterly community gatherings in Minneapolis. These will include body centering, sitting in silence, and astrology and plant offerings.
WHEN: Spring & Fall Equinoxes and Winter and Summer Solstices
WHERE: The Grapevine Collective at the New City Center, Minneapolis
ADDRESS: 3104 16th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55407
COST: Free!