a Delicious, Chakra-Themed, OK Beltane Summer Fundraiser
August 16, 2026, at Everth Sanctum
Gathering Together at the Sanctum
The Chakra-cuterie fundraiser “…was such an incredible time with some really great friends,” beamed Everth Sanctum owner Jess McCarty,. The Sanctum is a curated metaphysical shop at 21st and Sheridan in Tulsa. “I was so happy to be able to host a fundraiser for one of my favorite retreats.” Oklahoma Beltane Festival & Retreat is made possible by the hard work of its board of directors and department heads. Fundraisers like this one help fund their yearly gatherings.
“an incredible time with
Jess mccarty, everth sanctum
really great friends”
Plating the Rainbow: Food Magic with Mendi
OK Beltane festival director, Mendi Kellner facilitated this fundraiser. Naturally, her food-magic skills were on full display in a spread both delicious on the tongue and pleasing to the eye. A rainbow of foods covered the Sanctum’s back counter. For example, there were red tomatoes, and sliced oranges shining next to golden cheeses, yellow peppers, and broccoli. Blueberries, grapes, crackers, creamy dips and coconut were plated in a stunning rainbow.
Mendi encouraged guests to select from each color group; and pointed out the information cards at each platter. Specifically, the cards explained the associations between the foods, and their corresponding chakras.
Tending the Energy – Layered Medicine
Guests happily partook of the abundance, as Mendi introduced each course. With every bite and sip, we explored the connections between the colorful foods and tea blends and their support for corresponding chakras. “Self-care isn’t just about feeling good in your own skin,” Mendi explained. “It’s about tending your inner flame so you ca n actually bring light and presence to the village circle.
When you weave hands-on Reiki with the earth magic of healthy food, custom herbal teas, and intentional energy, you aren’t just pampering yourself. You’re layering up the medicine to truly heal from the inside out. A community grows deeper and stronger when the folks around the fire are balanced, clear-headed, and nourished enough to bring real spirit to the gathering.”
“It’s about tending your inner flame
mendi kellner, director of ok beltane
so you can actually bring light and presence
to the village circle.”
Herbal Allies: Intentional Tea Pairings with Tauna
OK Beltane assistant director, Tauna Mann, served a supporting tea blend for each course. From her, we learned that a bright chamomile base can lend confidence to the solar plexus chakra. A butterfly pea flower base eases truth for the throat chakra, while a fragrant lavender base helps unlock intuition for the third-eye chakra. The full seven tea blends are now available in bags and refrigerated bottles at the Sanctum. Proceeds from their sale will also support the Oklahoma Beltane organization.
When I asked about her inspiration, Tauna smiled, “My journey with chakra work showed me how vital energy stewardship really is. When seeking energetic allies, turning to teas was instinctual after years of personal blending. I wanted something that bridged practical herbal magic with simple ritual—blends that can do deep energetic work while still being a joy to brew. I am excited to bring these small-batch blends to OK Beltane and share their chakra support.
“When seeking energetic allies,
tauna mann, ok beltane asst. director
turning to teas was instinctual…”
Nourishing Connections: the Power of Community
Because the food and drinks combined to make a meal that was an entire restorative experience, we left with more balanced bodies through mindful consumption, and community ties. “What really stood out to me was the connection that happened between everyone,” said Jess. “We started with the chakra system, but the conversations naturally went so much deeper and touched on so many different things. There was something really beautiful about being able to sit together in such an intimate setting, share food, stories, ideas, and just genuinely connect.”
“There was something really beautiful
jess mCcarty, everth sanctum
about being able to… share food, stories, ideas,
and just genuinely connect.
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Toria is the assistant department head of the OK Beltane Publishing Department, and the manager of one of Tulsa City-County Library’s branches. She is an animal lover, and a fan of glitter!