Solstice Circle:
Ritual and Writing for Yule
Saturday, December 19, 2026
3-5pm
Presented in partnership with PorchLight Literary Arts Center
1019 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
As the longest night of the year approaches, we gather to celebrate one of the most sacred and meaningful turning points of the seasons: the Winter Solstice.
Yule also reminds us of the importance of friendship, and community.
In a season that can sometimes feel busy or isolating, we invite you to pause, share in the warmth of connection, and celebrate with neighbors and kindred spirits.
Nestled in a charming winter woodland at Porchlight Literary Center, we’ll gather for an evening of creative writing, guided ritual, Yule folklore, and a little winter magic.
What to Expect:
Receive seasonal prompts and practices to explore prior to the gathering.
Explore the symbols and rituals of Yule as we honor nature’s enduring cycles of life, death, and renewal.
Experience the magic of ancient Yule traditions through storytelling and folklore.
Learn gentle ways to attune to yourself with the cycles of nature.
Collaborate in the creation of a Yule altar
Join in reflective and thoughtful writing prompts
Your Circle Keeper
Natalie Benway-Correll
Psychotherapist/Founder The Well Lived Life
Natalie Benway-Correll, LISW (she/her) is a clinical mind/body psychotherapist and founder of The Well Lived Life.
With 20 years of experience, Natalie’s work centers collective care and creating spaces of belonging.
She brings a trauma-informed approach to therapy, mindfulness, somatic embodiment practices and group work. Natalie is also a mentor, educator, and equine-guided practitioner who blends nature-based practices with a deep commitment to justice, healing, and liberation.
