

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

Paint & Sip
Your inner child is invited to practice being playful while learning something new! You will be surprised how easy it is to create a simple painting with acrylic on canvas when there is no pressure to be perfect. We promise to break things down and make it simple and fun. Our philosophy is that there are no mistakes, only learnings!

Neuro Tarot Art
Join Dawn Palermo, Neurographica Specialist, as she leads us through an explorative journey of connection with a new tarot card each month. After discussing the symbols and meanings of the card, you will be guided to create a neuro tarot drawing that will help you discover how this card personally relates to you. You may be surprised how the process of using neuro lines can spark personal insight and soul empowerment.
Dawn will be presenting on Zoom and Gigi will be hosting at Shine Bright Chicago to hold space for those who wish to work together in person.

Stitch Studio
Perfect for beginners! Join us each month for a relaxing gathering exploring different kinds of embroidery and stitching. No experience required! Learn something new while playing with colorful threads and different fabrics and papers. You’ll be delighted to discover how easy it is to create a simple and beautiful embroidered piece full of personal meaning.
Each month we’ll explore something new. We’ll show how to do everything in simple and easy steps which are also soothing to your nervous system! Hand-making is a powerful way to come into the present moment. The repetitive stitching is super relaxing. We believe there’s no mistakes, only fun surprises and new things to learn. Have an idea you want to explore? We welcome requests!
You can also arrange a private party with your friends, family, or coworkers.
Facilitated by Hillary Irene Johnson.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!
Tarot Club
✨🃏 Introducing Tarot Club! Looking to learn more about tarot or refresh your memory? Or just looking to have fun with other tarot lovers? You’ve come to the right spot. We will discuss a few cards at a time, practice using our intuition, and use our creativity to remember the cards. We’re all learning here. Beginners to experienced users are welcome! Bring your favorite deck(s) if you wish! We will provide art and writing materials for reflections and insights!
Facilitated by Colleen Watson

Meditative float
Meditative Float: A Celebration of Beltane
A sanctuary for your soul, no water required!
Join us for Virtual Floating Experience for deep relaxation and wellness - a unique and transformative experience. Enjoy the ambience of singing bowls and magical candles as you are transported you into a realm of deep peace.
This float is designed to simulate the sense of weightlessness and profound relaxation that floating provides, while integrating wellness practices like meditation, visualization, and breathwork.
Participants can join from the comfort of their own homes or in person.
After the hour of floating, we invite you to sip some tea and enjoy a simple flower craft to symbolize the beginning of Spring!
Our classes are priced on a siding scale so we can remain as accessible as possible for all. Our baseline price is a minimum to keep us sustainable. However, if you are in a position to give more to help support and build our community, we appreciate your generosity!
Facilitated by Hillary Irene Johnson and Gig Fearon

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

Paint & Sip
Your inner child is invited to practice being playful while learning something new! You will be surprised how easy it is to create a simple painting with acrylic on canvas when there is no pressure to be perfect. We promise to break things down and make it simple and fun. Our philosophy is that there are no mistakes, only learnings!

Neuro Tarot Art
Join Dawn Palermo, Neurographica Specialist, as she leads us through an explorative journey of connection with a new tarot card each month. After discussing the symbols and meanings of the card, you will be guided to create a neuro tarot drawing that will help you discover how this card personally relates to you. You may be surprised how the process of using neuro lines can spark personal insight and soul empowerment.
Dawn will be presenting on Zoom and Gigi will be hosting at Shine Bright Chicago to hold space for those who wish to work together in person.

Stitch Studio
Perfect for beginners! Join us each month for a relaxing gathering exploring different kinds of embroidery and stitching. No experience required! Learn something new while playing with colorful threads and different fabrics and papers. You’ll be delighted to discover how easy it is to create a simple and beautiful embroidered piece full of personal meaning.
Each month we’ll explore something new. We’ll show how to do everything in simple and easy steps which are also soothing to your nervous system! Hand-making is a powerful way to come into the present moment. The repetitive stitching is super relaxing. We believe there’s no mistakes, only fun surprises and new things to learn. Have an idea you want to explore? We welcome requests!
You can also arrange a private party with your friends, family, or coworkers.
Facilitated by Hillary Irene Johnson.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!
Tarot Club
✨🃏 Introducing Tarot Club! Looking to learn more about tarot or refresh your memory? Or just looking to have fun with other tarot lovers? You’ve come to the right spot. We will discuss a few cards at a time, practice using our intuition, and use our creativity to remember the cards. We’re all learning here. Beginners to experienced users are welcome! Bring your favorite deck(s) if you wish! We will provide art and writing materials for reflections and insights!
Facilitated by Colleen Watson

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

Summer Solstice Celebration
Join us at the start of each season to create a quarterly vision board at the Winter Solstice, Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, and Fall Equinox. We will provide guidance to help you tune into the lessons of the season, practice being present with nature, and reflect upon the ways in which the external world translates to our inner selves.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!

Meditative float
Float & Flow: A Deep Relaxation Journey
A sanctuary for your soul, no water required!
90 minutes
A Virtual Floating Experience for deep relaxation and wellness is a unique and transformative experience. The ambience of singing bowls and magical candles transports you into a realm of deep peace.
Designed to simulate the sense of weightlessness and profound relaxation that floating provides, while integrating wellness practices like meditation, visualization, and breathwork.
Participants can join from the comfort of their own homes or in person.
Our classes are priced on a siding scale so we can remain as accessible as possible for all. Our baseline price is a minimum to keep us sustainable. However, if you are in a position to give more to help support and build our community, we appreciate your generosity!
Facilitated by Hillary Irene Johnson

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!

Fall equinox Celebration
Join us at the start of each season to create a quarterly vision board at the Winter Solstice, Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, and Fall Equinox. We will provide guidance to help you tune into the lessons of the season, practice being present with nature, and reflect upon the ways in which the external world translates to our inner selves.

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!

Meditative float
Float & Flow: A Deep Relaxation Journey
A sanctuary for your soul, no water required!
90 minutes
A Virtual Floating Experience for deep relaxation and wellness is a unique and transformative experience. The ambience of singing bowls and magical candles transports you into a realm of deep peace.
Designed to simulate the sense of weightlessness and profound relaxation that floating provides, while integrating wellness practices like meditation, visualization, and breathwork.
Participants can join from the comfort of their own homes or in person.
Our classes are priced on a siding scale so we can remain as accessible as possible for all. Our baseline price is a minimum to keep us sustainable. However, if you are in a position to give more to help support and build our community, we appreciate your generosity!
Facilitated by Hillary Irene Johnson

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!

Winter Solstice Celebration
Join us at the start of each season to create a quarterly vision board at the Winter Solstice, Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, and Fall Equinox. We will provide guidance to help you tune into the lessons of the season, practice being present with nature, and reflect upon the ways in which the external world translates to our inner selves.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!

Paint & Sip: Spring Awakening
Your inner child is invited to practice being playful while learning something new! You will be surprised how easy it is to create a simple painting with acrylic on canvas when there is no pressure to be perfect. We break everything down to make it simple and fun. Our philosophy is that there are no mistakes, only learnings!
March topic: Spring Awakening

Stitch & Sip
Perfect for beginners! Join us each month for a relaxing gathering exploring different kinds of embroidery and stitching. No experience required! Learn something new while playing with colorful threads and different fabrics and papers. You’ll be delighted to discover how easy it is to create a simple and beautiful embroidered piece full of personal meaning.
Each month we’ll explore something new. We’ll show how to do everything in simple and easy steps which are also soothing to your nervous system! Hand-making is a powerful way to come into the present moment. The repetitive stitching is super relaxing. We believe there’s no mistakes, only fun surprises and new things to learn. Have an idea you want to explore? We welcome requests!
You can also arrange a private party with your friends, family, or coworkers.
Facilitated by Hillary Irene Johnson.

Spring Equinox Celebration
Join us at the start of each season to create a quarterly vision board at the Winter Solstice, Spring Equinox, Summer Solstice, and Fall Equinox. We will provide guidance to help you tune into the lessons of the season, practice being present with nature, and reflect upon the ways in which the external world translates to our inner selves.

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!
Tarot Club
✨🃏 Introducing Tarot Club! Looking to learn more about tarot or refresh your memory? Or just looking to have fun with other tarot lovers? You’ve come to the right spot. We will explore a few cards at a time, practice using our intuition, and use our creativity to remember the cards. We’re all learning here. Beginners to advanced readers are welcome! Bring your favorite deck(s) if you wish!

Stitch & Sip
Perfect for beginners! Join us each month for a relaxing gathering exploring different kinds of embroidery and stitching. No experience required! Learn something new while playing with colorful threads and different fabrics and papers. You’ll be delighted to discover how easy it is to create a simple and beautiful embroidered piece full of personal meaning.
Each month we’ll explore something new. We’ll show how to do everything in simple and easy steps which are also soothing to your nervous system! Hand-making is a powerful way to come into the present moment. The repetitive stitching is super relaxing. We believe there’s no mistakes, only fun surprises and new things to learn. Have an idea you want to explore? We welcome requests!
You can also arrange a private party with your friends, family, or coworkers.
Facilitated by Hillary Irene Johnson.

Art club: Love jars
It’s the season of love! Join us to create a magical love jar for yourself or a loved one. You will be provided with a choice of a variety of jars, paints, craft items, and a string of lights. Every time the jar is lit, it serves as a reminder that there is love all around… something we all need to remember! Children age 6 and over who are able to work with a parent are welcome to attend.

Paint & Sip: owls
Your inner child is invited to practice being playful while learning something new! You will be surprised how easy it is to create a simple painting with acrylic on canvas when there is no pressure to be perfect. We break everything down to make it simple and fun. Our philosophy is that there are no mistakes, only learnings! February topic: Owls

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

Meditative float
Float & Flow: A Deep Relaxation Journey
A sanctuary for your soul, no water required!
90 minutes
A Virtual Floating Experience for deep relaxation and wellness is a unique and transformative experience. The ambience of singing bowls and magical candles transports you into a realm of deep peace.
Designed to simulate the sense of weightlessness and profound relaxation that floating provides, while integrating wellness practices like meditation, visualization, and breathwork.
Participants can join from the comfort of their own homes or in person.
Our classes are priced on a siding scale so we can remain as accessible as possible for all. Our baseline price is a minimum to keep us sustainable. However, if you are in a position to give more to help support and build our community, we appreciate your generosity!
Facilitated by Hillary Irene Johnson

New Moon, New You!
Join us at each New Moon to start off the next lunar cycle by learning something new! After a mini mediation designed to help you set a monthly goal, we will guide you through a neurographic art experience to get your brain on board with turning your goals and intentions into reality!

Stitch & Sip
Perfect for beginners! Join us each month for a relaxing gathering exploring different kinds of embroidery and stitching. No experience required! Learn something new while playing with colorful threads and different fabrics and papers. You’ll be delighted to discover how easy it is to create a simple and beautiful embroidered piece full of personal meaning.
Each month we’ll explore something new. We’ll show how to do everything in simple and easy steps which are also soothing to your nervous system! Hand-making is a powerful way to come into the present moment. The repetitive stitching is super relaxing. We believe there’s no mistakes, only fun surprises and new things to learn. Have an idea you want to explore? We welcome requests!
You can also arrange a private party with your friends, family, or coworkers.
Facilitated by Hillary Irene Johnson.

Full Moon Mingle
Join us live in Chicago at each Full Moon for our monthly, meditative, candlelit experience with journaling and therapeutic art. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for an optional ‘Show and Tell’ with Gigi and Hillary.

Winter New Moon Celebration - (Peoria)
Live in Peoria! Join us for our Winter New Moon Celebration and book launch party! We are so excited to present the second edition of our annual workbook, Journaling with the Sun and Moon: Your Cosmic Support System, 2025.
We will start our afternoon with a Wintertime New Moon Sound Bath hy Abby Halliday, Sit back, relax, and ejoy the healing energy as we welcome the first new moon of winter.
Afterwards, Jeanna Fearon will provide inspiration and magical art supplies to create a Winter Vision Board, This is your opportunity to meet 2025 with a fresh start! Create some goals for the next three months and work toward manifesting your dreams! We are here to help you. shine your brightest!
Pre-ordered books will be available for pick up. To guarantee a copy, order here.

Winter Solstice Celebration!
We are very excited to start off our Winter Solstice Celebration with a meditative Winter Float facilitated by Hilary Irene Johnson. This meditative experience will be based on loving-kindness and self-compassion, blending Winter’s themes of renewal with practices that nurture warmth and connection. We invite participants to pause, reflect, and embrace both themselves and the world with unconditional love. Please bring a yoga mat and wear cozy clothes for this experience.
After the float, enjoy holiday treats, warm drinks, and festive music by Amplified Chicago while you make a Winter Vision Board. Set some goals for the next three months, look at your board every day, and start manifesting your dreams!
Copies of our 2025 guided journal, “Journaling with the Sun and Moon: Your Cosmic Support System”, will also be available for pick up. To guarantee a copy, order here.

Full Moon Mingle
Zoom in to our live podcast at every Full Moon, your cosmic reminder to take a little break and check in for some self care! Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for a complimentary ‘Show and Tell’ led by Jeanna Fearon, Art Therapist.
We get things started with a monthly Astrological Moon Chat and mini meditation with Abby from Abby’s Holistic Healing. Next, listen to the special 30 minute Full Moon playlist by Amplified Chicago as you make a mandala and reflect on where you are, what you've accomplished, and where you want to go.
We encourage you to use our guided journal to track your progress throughout the year. Printed versions for 2025 are available on a first-come, first-serve basis until we sell out. You can order here!
Note: if your camera is off, we respect your decision to participate privately.
*Included in Zoom Membership Plan
Moon Mingles are facilitated by Jeanna Fearon, Art Therapist/Hypnotherapist and Brea Fearon, Resident Librarian.
Our classes are priced as “pay as you wish” so that we can remain as accessible as possible for all. If you are in a position to give more to help support our community, we appreciate the love!

Paint & Sip: Foxy Night
Your inner child is invited to practice being playful while learning something new! You will be surprised how easy it is to create a simple painting with acrylic on canvas when there is no pressure to be perfect. We promise to break things down and make it simple and fun. Our philosophy is that there are no mistakes, only learnings!
Our classes are priced on a siding scale so that we can remain as accessible as possible for all. Our baseline price is a minimum to keep us sustainable. However, if you are in a position to give more to help support and build our community, we appreciate your generosity!

Full Moon Mingle
Zoom in to our community mandala making event at every Full Moon. This is your monthly reminder to take a little time out that's just for you! We get things started with a monthly Astrological Moon Chat and mini meditation with Abby Halliday. Next, listen to the special 30 minute full moon playlist by Amplified Chicago as you make a mandala and reflect on where you are, what you've accomplished, and where you want to go. Stay for just the hour program or hang out afterwards for ‘Show and Tell’ led by Jeanna Fearon, Art Therapist. Register Here!
We encourage you to use our guided journal to track your progress throughout the year. Printed versions for 2025 are available for pre-order now. You can also download a PDF version if you prefer.
If you are participating on zoom and your camera is off, we respect your decision to participate privately.

Paint & Sip
Your inner child is invited to practice being playful while learning something new! You will be surprised how easy it is to create a simple painting with acrylic on canvas when there is no pressure to be perfect. We promise to break things down and make it simple and fun. Our philosophy is that there are no mistakes, only learnings! November topic: Autumn Magic!
We will be live in Chicago. If you are joining us on Zoom, supplies needed are canvas, basic acrylic paints, brushes, water, paper towels. If you do not have these supplies on hand, feel free to be creative with what you have available!
Our classes are priced on a siding scale so that we can remain as accessible as possible for all. Our baseline price is a minimum to keep us sustainable. However, if you are in a position to give more to help support and build our community, we appreciate your generosity!





Fall Equinox Celebration
Along with our monthly Full Moon Mingles, our Shine Bright Journaling collective meets yearly at four solar holidays (solstices and equinoxes) to practice presence with the Earth's changing seasons. Come celebrate the beginning of fall and make a vision board to take you through the season!
Choose from our selection of arts and crafts materials to help your dreams come true!

Full Moon Mingle (Peoria Location & On Zoom)
Join our supportive Shine Bright community and make a commitment to self care by checking in with yourself once per month at the Full Moon.
Listen to our monthly moon report and receive therapeutic guidance to help you:
Reflect upon last month’s accomplishments
Release what is no longer serving you
Set your goals and intentions for the next lunar cycle
Our 30 minute private journaling portion of the evening is set to a playlist created by Amplfied Chicago. After the meditative journaling time, anyone who would like to share their art or experience is welcome to do so.
Moon Mingles are facilitated by Jeanna Fearon, Art Therapist/Hypnotherapist; Brea Fearon, Resident Librarian; and Dawn Palermo, Director of Shine Bright St. Pete.

Paint & Sip: Hummingbirds
Your inner child is invited to practice being playful while learning something new! You will be surprised how easy it is to create a simple painting with acrylic on canvas when there is no pressure to be perfect. As Picasso once said “All children are artists. The problem is how to remain one when they grow up!” We promise to break things down and make it simple and fun. Our philosophy is that there are no mistakes, only learnings!
This months topic is Hummingbirds! Join us as we celebrate national hummingbird day by painting these amazingly tiny creatures! All supplies are included and no prior painting experience is necessary.

New Moon New You (On Zoom)
If you want to learn about Neuro Art in a group setting, please join us on Zoom for our New Moon, New You programming. We are drawing a powerful spirit fish, such as a Salmon or Sturgeon. These fish are a beautiful metaphor for embodying strength, determination, and wisdom. These qualities are crucial when facing life's challenges. There are many instances in life where such perseverance and resilience are essential. Reflect on which area of your life demands the qualities of strength, determination, and wisdom. What obstacles are you currently facing, and how can you channel the spirit of the Salmon or Sturgeon to swim through and overcome them.

Wine Bottle Paint & Sip
Dawn from Shine Bright St. Pete will be hosting a wine bottle Paint and Sip. Bring your favorite bottle to paint and watch it “shine bright” when you add string lights to the inside. We will also have plenty of bottles on site if you do not want to bring your own. If you wish to zoom in, you will need some glass paint and any decorative supplies such as ribbons or gems. We can also let you know where to purchase the lights for the inside.