Experiences
❋ AFTERGLOW
A modern ceremonial sauna experience inspired by timeless traditions of heat, ritual, and shared transformation.
AFTERGLOW is an intentional evening of heart-opening tea, sauna, conversation, and connection. Created for women seeking meaningful community, restorative practices, and space to slow down, soften, and reconnect.
Hosted in NorthUp's hexagonal communal sauna, the experience is designed to foster presence, connection, and shared exploration.
❋ Heart Opening TeaA thoughtfully prepared tea ritual designed to help you arrive, soften, and connect with intention.
❋ Heat & RestorationExperience the grounding power of sauna traditions in a beautiful communal setting.
❋ Meaningful ConnectionAuthentic conversations, shared reflection, laughter, and the opportunity to simply be yourself.
❋ Thoughtful FacilitationGently guided by Maggie Kirkwood and Jen Veralle, creating a space that feels welcoming, supportive, and intentional.
The Experience
AFTERGLOW | Founding Gathering
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Minneapolis, MN
Limited to 10 Women
$120 per person
01 — Arrive & Connect
Settle into the space, hydrate, and connect with the group.
02 — Intention Setting & Heart-Opening Tea
Gather in circle for intention setting and a thoughtfully prepared tea ritual.
03 — Heat • Movement • Sound
Guided sauna rounds interwoven with light body movement (Qi Gong), meditation, breathwork, immersive sound, and space for reflection.
04 — Connection & Integration
Time for conversation, reflection, and meaningful connection.
05 — Optional Closing Circle
An opportunity to share reflections, insights, and gratitude before heading home.
Your Facilitators
Jen Veralle
Founder of Sauna & Sobriety, Jen is passionate about creating alcohol-free spaces where people can gather, connect, and experience the restorative benefits of sauna. Inspired by her own sobriety journey, she believes meaningful connection, celebration, and wellbeing can flourish in community without alcohol at the center.
Maggie Kirkwood
Founder of North Node™ and Certified Psychedelic Practitioner, Maggie is passionate about creating intentional spaces for reflection, connection, and personal growth. Her work explores the patterns that shape how we live, relate, and navigate change, helping others reconnect with themselves through curiosity, presence, and meaningful conversation.
Together, Jen and Maggie share a deep appreciation for the afterglow that follows meaningful experiences. Whether found through sauna, meditation, nature, conversation, or intentional practice, both have witnessed how moments of presence can linger long after the experience itself has ended.
AFTERGLOW was created to honor that feeling and create space for more of it.
