WOVEN at SKYRISE – Basket Making + Brunch at – West Torrington, CT

Don’t miss this upcoming event in West Torrington, CT Happening on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at . Doors open at 11:00 AM.

Baskets, roots, trees, meditations, memories, dreams- all WOVEN. All vital. All speaking to connectivity, shared experiences, generativity.

Join us on Saturday October 19th, amid peak Fall beauty in the Hudson Valley, for a very special Autumn afternoon at @skyrisefarm in Millerton, NY, co-created by @formandlight, @underwater_weaving and @laurelandashfarm! 

Our time will begin with an opening land honoring and grounding ritual led by Sarah Rigano of FORM + LIGHT to welcome guests.

We will then gather in the Black Barn yard, with firepits lit and tables festively set, as Erin Pollard of Underwater Weaving Studio introduces guests to the art of weaving, teaching us how to make a Panier de Crudités, French-inspired rustic basket, a stunning creation both functional and décor ready for Fall gatherings and Holiday happenings. A meditative experience in itself, the class invites participants to go at their own pace, with assistance from Erin and her team as needed. No prior experience is necessary!

We will further connect around table for a celebratory pond-side brunch featuring a seasonal, plant-forward menu highlighting the delicious provisions of Ashley Ruprecht’s Laurel and Ash Farm, including their Audubon New York Certified Bird-Friendly maple syrup, artisanal vinegars and a special, first taste of their Heirloom Grain Pancake Mix launching this holiday season! This menu, thoughtfully prepared by the talent that is Chef Alyse Dufour (Botanica, Gjelina) to deeply nourish and inspire! 

Throughout the day, Sarah, Erin and Ashley will share with participants their personal experiences of how honoring ancestral practices in the present can be a salve for disconnected times. How coming back to the land, to craft, to making mindfully, can gift profound benefits for self and community, leading to greater presence, well-being and creativity!

Join us for what promises to be a very special gathering! 

Tickets are limited. The $250/PP price covers the cost of tools, materials, take-home instructions, refreshments, brunch and good vibes! 

We look forward to welcoming you to the farm.
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ABOUT UNDER WATER WEAVING
Underwater Weaving is a basket atelier, creative weaving studio, and community. We make hand woven, one-of-a-kind contemporary baskets for the trade, retail and private commission. Through group weaving gatherings we endeavor to revive the craft of basketry, encourage creative freedom, and offer access to mediation through connecting the hands, heart and mind with natural materials.

Founder Erin Pollard observed the craft of basketry as a child, watching her mother weave and teach in Maine. After almost two decades working in fashion in New York, and long after her mother retired, Erin began weaving her own path. Through sharing her woven art, it became clear that many others were seeking an antidote to modern day ennui; a way to reclaim their hands. Soon, Erin and her mother began designing and creating together and Underwater Weaving Studio was born. 

IG: @underwater_weaving

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ABOUT SKYRISE FARM
SkyRise Farm is located amid the storied Hudson Valley, on close to 50 bucolic acres, along the Northeast corner of Dutchess County, in Millerton, NY.

Held by the rise of the Berkshires and Taconic Mountains to the East, with unparalleled views of Stissing Mountain and the Catskills visible to the West, the property is a mix of varied ecosystems and terrain, all meticulously cared for and part of ongoing regenerative efforts based in sustainable principles and rewilding initiatives under the stewardship of Vibrational Designer Sarah Rigano of FORM + LIGHT.

Inspired by the seasons and a deep connection to, and appreciation of, the subtle healing frequencies of the natural world, the intention of the Farm is to create conversations steeped in community and creativity, openings for greater physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being, through immersive experiences inspired by Earth-based wisdom traditions that honor the Divine interconnection of all things- celestial and terrestrial, seen and unseen. 

IG: @skyrisefarm

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ABOUT LAUREL + ASH FARM
Laurel + Ash Farm is a small, family-run farm that crafts limited batches of 100% pure New York, wood-fired, Grade A maple syrup, a line of artisanal vinegars, and heirloom grain pancake mix. Deeply connected to their land and the forest, the farm operates with a commitment to sustainability and tradition. Certified Bird-Friendly by Audubon New York, Laurel & Ash Farm ensures that their practices protect the natural habitat of local wildlife while producing products slowly and with care, from forest and field.

IG: @laurelandashfarm
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ABOUT CHEF ALYSE DUFOUR
Alyse is a seasoned chef who has spent her career in kitchens across New York and Los Angeles. Her style of cooking is built on a simple technical approach with reverence to the ingredients and a philosophy that emphasizes locality, wellness, and a sense of place. 

Alyse is deeply committed to the wholeness of the community she cooks and lives in, and her culinary practice reflects a holistic perspective that embraces the land, the diners, and the people she works beside. Her dedication extends beyond the plate, fostering a connection between food, people, and environment. 

Throughout her career, Alyse has had the privilege of working under and alongside some of the industry’s most talented chefs, continuously honing her skills and expanding her perspective. Most recently she has returned home to the Northwest Corner of CT to raise her family and reconnect to the place she grew up.

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We look forward to welcoming you into the circle! Please note:
* This offering is inclusive to individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, orientations, inclinations and abilities, age 15 and above.  
* The program will take place rain or shine, the totality of the offering moved into the Haymow Studio in case of inclement weather.  
* This is an intimate, pre-ticketed group journey to allow for absolute connection and presence amongst hosts and guests. 
* Given the meditative nature of this offering, we ask that all four-legged friends remain home in consideration of other guests. We are happy to accommodate assistance animals, but kindly request that prior notice of their presence is communicated to Sarah upon registration at srigano@gmail.com so we can welcome them accordingly.
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LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We deeply honor and pay tribute to the lineage of SkyRise Farm, the land and the Ancestors and Elders who came before, acknowledging that we are situated on the unceded and ancestral homelands of the Muh-he-con-ne-ok, the Peoples of the Waters that Are Never Still, the Mahican Nation, the first stewards of these fertile grounds and the surrounding Shekomeko Valley.
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GETTING TO SKYRISE FARM
SkyRise Farm is located within the heart of the Hudson Valley, in Millerton, NY. Situated in the Northeast corner of Dutchess County, the property is 90 miles north of Manhattan, via a two hour drive along the scenic Taconic State Parkway, or easily accessible by train from Grand Central via Metro North Railroad to Wassaic, (followed by a 15 minute taxi ride to the farm), or Penn Station via Amtrak to the Rhinecliff Station, (followed by a 40 minute taxi ride to the farm). Taxi’s must be booked in advance with local vendors as there is no Uber, Lyft or other ride share services available. 
Options for out of state guests include Stewart International Airport, an hour away, as well as Albany International Airport and Bradley International Airport, both an hour and a half away- all of which offer domestic and international service. 
*The exact farm address will be provided at check out.
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PARKING
Parking is marked and available outside the Black Barn for guests.
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LOCAL ACCOMODATIONS
Troutbeck, Amenia, NY | https://www.troutbeck.com/ | (15 minute drive to the farm.)
The Millerton Inn, Millerton, NY | http://themillertoninn.com/ | (10 minute drive to the farm.) 
Interlaken Inn, Lakeville, CT | https://www.interlakeninn.com/ | (15 minute drive to the farm.)
The White Hart, Salisbury, CT | http://www.whitehartinn.com/ | (20 minute drive to the farm.)
* Limited on farm accomodations are available. Please reach out to Sarah directly to inquire srigano@gmail.com
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WEATHER
Please note that this experience will happen “rain or shine” with no refunds.
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CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
Tickets are non-refundable. They are transferrable to another guest with 24 hour notice communicated via email to srigano@gmail.com, including new guest name, email and phone number. We will not issue refunds for bad weather due to our rain or shine policy, nor due to any forces of nature, i.e., hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, nor’easters, blizzards, snow storms, etc.
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DRESS
Early Fall weather here in the Hudson Valley can be unpredicable. As this is primarily an outdoor event, we encourage dressing for the afternoon comfortably and in layers so you can add or subtract as needed. There will be abundant fire pits and heaters to supplement. A station with natural bug spray, tick spray and sunscreen will be provided for guest use. 
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FOOD PREFERENCES, ALLERGIES, MEDICAL NECESSITIES:
We ask that any allergies or dietary restrictions are brought to our attention in advance and that if you are one who requires snacks/sustenance/medications to maintain normal routine or for medical necessity, that you please bring what you need to ensure balance.  
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TECHNOLOGY
We encourage all of our guests at SkyRise Farm to tap out so they can truly tap into self, the resonance of the land that surrounds and the fullness of the experience unfolding. The service on the farm is limited, but Wi-Fi calling is available. Network information will be posted for those who need it.  
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COMMUNITY AGREEMENT
We hold the energy created by our coming together as sacred and thus value and celebrate every Being called to SkyRise Farm regardless of race, color, religion, sexual identity, or an individual’s chosen beliefs or economic reality. All are welcome, as we appreciate the singular journey each walks and their wisdom carried, while deeply acknowledging the interconnectivity that exists amid everything, Humans and Natural World, the Seen and the Unseen.
As such, we stand as proponents for conversations and experiences steeped in equality, balance, reciprocity, mutual respect, deep listening, clear communication, creativity, compassion and care. Experiences anchored in a sincere intention that the highest good unfold for the elevation of All, the Earth and every Being.
SkyRise Farm strives to be a safe, inclusive space. As such we do not tolerate abusive or discriminatory language. Physical aggression, assault or threatening behavior. Sexual harassment in any form. Any person behaving in this manner will be asked to leave the premises immediately.  
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COVID CONSCIOUSNESS
With COVID cases on the rise, we respectfully request that if you are feeling unwell, that you please stay home to maintain the well-being of other guests. 

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