An Intro to Smudge Materials and Their History

KCC Riverfront Campus 100 College Drive, Kankakee, Illinois, United States

Smudging is traditionally a ceremony for purifying or cleansing the soul of negative thoughts of a person or place. Smudging involves the burning of sacred herbs, such as white sage, or resins, and is a ceremony practiced by some Indigenous people of America. In this class, you'll learn about the history and continued use of […]

$20

Second Saturday Trunk Show

Danville Location: 408 N. Vermillion, Danville, Illinois, United States

Live in central Illinois?  Now is your opportunity to see Dawn's drums, rattles, and other goods in person. There will be other vendors as well, including Jeanne Gunn with crystal skulls.  Don't miss it!  The trunk show is at 408 N. Vermillion in Danville.

Opening to Animal Communication: The Basic Course

Danville Location: 408 N. Vermillion, Danville, Illinois, United States

Interested in learning animal communication?  Join Dawn for the basic course and get started!  The morning is spent exploring how you already communicate with animals, identifying your strongest sense(s) and practice in sending and receiving information.  The afternoon is a progressive series of exercises designed to expand your ability to communicate with animals.  The class […]

Meditate with Your Pet

Theme: Meditation for the loss of a beloved pet or person Join Dawn for a 15-20 minute guided meditation every month on the second Wednesday at 7:30 pm central time.  Free in Zoom.  Same link every month.  No pet necessary - but all animals are welcome to join. Please register in Eventbrite. Registration ensures you […]

Leather Earrings

KCC Riverfront Campus 100 College Drive, Kankakee, Illinois, United States

Leather and faux leather are lightweights, easy to cut to shape and come in an amazing number of colors, textures and patterns. Create four pairs of earrings to keep or to gift using leather, faux leather, leather lace and embellishments. Projects include neutral and specialty finishes.    Register on the KCC Continuing Education & Career Services […]

Animal Communication Sessions

Tucker’s Doggie Delights 2011 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox

Dawn is offering 25 minute in person sessions at Tucker's Doggie Delights in New Lenox.  Sessions will be indoors, on the hour and on the half hour from 10 A.M. through 2 P.M.  You will be asked to mask if the state mask mandate is still in effect.  Please call Tucker's at 815-463-8002 to schedule […]

$40

Meditate with Your Pet

Theme: Gratitude Join Dawn for a 15-20 minute guided meditation every month on the second Wednesday at 7:30 pm central time.  Free in Zoom.  Same link every month.  No pet necessary – but all animals are welcome to join. Please register in Eventbrite. Registration ensures you always have access to the Zoom link and helps […]

Relaxing Rhythms Drum Circles

Arts Center of Kankakee County - Northfield Square Mall 1600 N. State Road 50, Bradley, Illinois, United States

This drum circle is about relaxing with easy rhythms. You do NOT need a drum, there will be hand drums available to use during the session if you do not have your own drum. As you drum and relax, Dawn also teaches about various types of hand drums, the cultural origins of the rhythms and […]

$15

Relaxing Rhythms Drum Circles

Arts Center of Kankakee County - Northfield Square Mall 1600 N. State Road 50, Bradley, Illinois, United States

This drum circle is about relaxing with easy rhythms. You do NOT need a drum, there will be hand drums available to use during the session if you do not have your own drum. As you drum and relax, Dawn also teaches about various types of hand drums, the cultural origins of the rhythms and […]

$15

Animal Communication Sessions

Tucker’s Doggie Delights 2011 Calistoga Dr., New Lenox

Dawn is offering 25 minute in person sessions at Tucker's Doggie Delights in New Lenox.  Sessions will be indoors, on the hour and on the half hour from 10 A.M. through 2 P.M.  You will be asked to mask if the state mask mandate is still in effect.  Please call Tucker's at 815-463-8002 to schedule […]

$40

Aromatherapy Accessories

KCC Riverfront Campus 100 College Drive, Kankakee, Illinois, United States

Create a fashionable aromatherapy bracelet, key fob, vent clips for your car and office, and a holiday ornament. Lava stone and wood beads hold your favorite essential oils when you finish.  Kit will make up to an 11" bracelet. Register on the KCC Continuing Education & Career Services website.

Meditate with Your Pet

Join Dawn for a 15-20 minute guided meditation every month on the second Wednesday at 7:30 pm central time.  Free in Zoom.  Same link every month.  No pet necessary – but all animals are welcome to join. Join Zoom Meeting Dial by your location        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)      […]

Meditate with Your Pet – Becoming an Animal Meditation

Join Dawn for a 15-20 minute guided meditation every month on the second Wednesday at 7:30 pm central time.  Free in Zoom.  Same link every month.  No pet necessary – but all animals are welcome to join. Register to reserve your space on Eventbrite. Zoom Link for the night of the meditation. Dial by your […]

Rawhide Rattle Class, Highland IN

Butterflies and Light, A Center for Transformative Growth 3145 45th St., Suite A, Highland, Indiana

This is a two session event, Monday, January 24th and Monday, January 31st. Sew a circular or oval rattle the first week and decorate it the second week.  All materials supplied.  For more information and registration details visit the Facebook event page.

$70

Friends of the Frankfort Library Art Market

Frankfort Public Library District 21119 S Pfeiffer Rd, Frankfort, Illinois

Dawn and her husband Bob will have drums and a variety of leather goods and some jewelry.  Other artisans will have a variety of goods.  Small but well curated event to support the library.  More information on the Friends of the Frankfort Library Facebook page.

Something New! Rhythm of the Month!

Can't get to drum circle or just like to drum?  Join me monthly for my new "Rhythm of the Month"  program in Zoom.  You don't even need a drum - your desktop or body will work just fine.  Each month we'll drum one rhythm, starting slow and simple to embrace the beat, then embellishing as […]

Free

Meditate with Your Pet

Join Dawn for a 15-20 minute guided meditation every month on the second Wednesday at 7:30 pm central time.  Free in Zoom.  Same link every month.  No pet necessary – but all animals are welcome to join. Register to reserve your space on Eventbrite. Zoom Link for the night of the meditation. Dial by your […]

Relaxing Rhythms Drum Circles, Bradley, IL – Afternoon Session

Arts Center of Kankakee County - Northfield Square Mall 1600 N. State Road 50, Bradley, Illinois, United States

This drum circle is about relaxing with easy rhythms. You do NOT need a drum, there will be hand drums available to use during the session if you do not have your own drum. As you drum and relax, Dawn also teaches about various types of hand drums, the cultural origins of the rhythms and […]

$15

Relaxing Rhythms Drum Circle, Bradley, IL – Evening Session

Arts Center of Kankakee County - Northfield Square Mall 1600 N. State Road 50, Bradley, Illinois, United States

This drum circle is about relaxing with easy rhythms. You do NOT need a drum, there will be hand drums available to use during the session if you do not have your own drum. As you drum and relax, Dawn also teaches about various types of hand drums, the cultural origins of the rhythms and […]

$15

Creating Bath Salts

KCC Riverfront Campus 100 College Drive, Kankakee, Illinois, United States

Bath salts are used to decrease inflammation, hydrate the skin, sooth achy muscles, and so much more. Making your own scented bath salts is easy! Bath salts are a wonderful way to combine therapeutic benefits to your bath water. Create your own quart of bath salt mix and customize it with your own scent and […]

BFF Bracelets

Arts Center of Kankakee County - Northfield Square Mall 1600 N. State Road 50, Bradley, Illinois, United States

Whether you're celebrating Galantine's Day, Valentine's Day or just a special friendship, we can help you create a very special bracelet for your BFF - or yourself. Begin by choosing a strand of Dakota gemstones, leather cord, spacers in gold, silver or brass, a charm to dangle and a natural, whimsical or elegant button for […]

$27

Relaxing Rhythms Drum Circles, Evergreen Park – Afternoon Session

Evergreen Park at the Community Center 3450 W. 97th St., Evergreen Park, Illinois, United States

This drum circle is about relaxing with easy rhythms. You do NOT need a drum, there will be hand drums available to use during the session if you do not have your own drum. As you drum and relax, Dawn also teaches about various types of hand drums, the cultural origins of the rhythms and […]

$15

Relaxing Rhythms Drum Circles, Evergreen Park, IL – Evening Session

Evergreen Park at the Community Center 3450 W. 97th St., Evergreen Park, Illinois, United States

This drum circle is about relaxing with easy rhythms. You do NOT need a drum, there will be hand drums available to use during the session if you do not have your own drum. As you drum and relax, Dawn also teaches about various types of hand drums, the cultural origins of the rhythms and […]

$15

Using the Pendulum

KCC Riverfront Campus 100 College Drive, Kankakee, Illinois, United States

Pendulum and dowsing is a very ancient art used in cultures to find the water, mines and treasures. Explore the history and basic skills of working with pendulums and dowsing. Bring your own pendulum to class if you have one. Class note: pendulums will be available to purchase or borrow from the instructor during class. […]

Body Scrubs and Toners

KCC Riverfront Campus 100 College Drive, Kankakee, Illinois, United States

Look no further for a fun evening with your friends! Create your own skin care products in this Friday night workshop. You'll handcraft several products to prep your face and body for sunnier days. All while delivering a mix of healthy ingredients. Register on the KCC Continuing Education & Career Services website.