Upcoming Events at Objects of Magic Farm and Retreat

Objects of Magic Farm and Retreat is excited to announce its last summer retreat in Myakka on August 2. The farm will reopen on October 1, and a normal schedule will resume. A Full Moon Mini retreat will also take place at The Southgate community center on August 1, from 6:30–8:30 pm. Early registration is advised for these retreats, as spots are limited and fill quickly. Southgate Mini retreats will continue through the summer.

In addition, the Objects of Magic store on Bispham Road has been moved to the farm and retreat in Myakka, and is now exclusively available for retreat and private healing customers. The candle collection can be purchased at Pixie Dust on Main Street in Sarasota or through the Objects of Magic website year-round.

The farm is also currently being prepared for planting healing vegetables infused with Reiki energy. A CSA subscription box will be offered to retreat members first, then to others interested in subscribing. The farm will offer Myakka-raised and grown beef, eggs, mushrooms, vegetables and flowers as well.

All classes will restart in October, so please check the website for more information. If you are passionate about permaculture or vegetable gardens and want to volunteer to help us grow our first season in October, please contact Objects of Magic via email.

For more information, call 818-793-7834 or visit Objects of Magic.com. To volunteer at the firm, email [email protected]. For general inquiries, email [email protected].

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