Facilitated by: Stella Stardust
* This is a Community Renter workshop & is not a Pieter Program. Please reach out to the facilitator if you have any questions.
When: Saturday August 29, 2026 - 7:30PM to 11:00PM
Cost: $50-75, sliding scale
Description:
Practice being yourself in connection—with other humans, in the moment. Think: a gym for connection.
For people who are self-aware—but want to actually live it in connection. Craving real human connection - without pressure, performance, or expectation?
Misfits in Touch is a guided relational practice space, where you don’t just talk about connection…you experience it with other humans, in the moment.
You might resonate with this space if you’re:
• burned out on dating culture
• feeling lonely—even if partnered or surrounded by friends
• craving safe, nourishing touch that doesn’t have to escalate
• curious about noticing and communicating boundaries as they arise
If that sounds familiar, you’re in the right place.
What this is
This 3.5-hour guided experience is designed as a gentle, low-stakes entry point into connection as a practice.
Through a series of simple, structured interactions, you’ll be guided step by step—so you don’t have to figure out how to connect on your own.
We move gradually, creating space to settle, explore, and connect without feeling rushed.
What You’ll Experience
Along the way, you’ll practice:
• noticing what feels like a “yes,” “no,” or “maybe” in your body
• expressing boundaries clearly and respectfully
• listening and responding to others as it unfolds
• staying connected to yourself while being with others
You might find yourself pausing before saying yes… and realizing you actually have a choice. Or noticing the moment your body softens when something feels right.
Each part of the experience is intentionally designed to help you move from initial awkwardness into a more natural, attuned way of relating.
This isn’t about performing or getting it right—it’s about noticing what’s true for you, moment by moment.
What Makes This Different
Many spaces bring people together and hope connection happens.
Here, connection is gently guided and intentionally structured.
You won’t be left to navigate it alone…we move into connection together, step by step.
That might look like laughing through an awkward moment with someone new…or choosing to step back and realizing that your “no” is still connection.
🎟 Registration Policy
Spots are limited and held with care for each participant. Because of this, tickets are non-refundable and can’t be applied to future events.
If you’re feeling unwell, please stay home--or if something unexpected comes up and you’re able to let us know in advance, we’re happy to offer a credit or refund. This helps keep the space safe and supported for everyone.
For missed events without prior notice, we’re not able to offer transfers or credits. You’re always welcome to gift your spot to a friend if you can’t make it.
What to expect/what to bring:
The Flow of the evening
Misfits in Touch is inspired by the structure of cuddle-style containers, and evolves this into a guided relational practice space, with:
• guided connection exercises
• clear consent agreements
• demonstrations to support understanding
• a cozy, padded space to explore optional, platonic touch
The second half of the evening opens into a more spacious, free-form connection time.
You can follow what feels natural, at your own pace.
You might find yourself curled up in a quiet corner, sharing stillness with someone…or simply sitting nearby, taking in the room and feeling part of something without needing to do anything at all.
Everything is optional.
Your “no” is always welcome and respected.
Connection doesn’t have to lead anywhere to be meaningful.
👚 What to Wear
Wear comfortable clothes that allow for movement—like cotton t-shirts, pajamas, leggings, sweatpants. Shorts to mid-thigh and a tank top is a minimum amount of clothing required for the event. You can change when you arrive
Shoes will be left by the door when you enter
🧸 What to Bring
Bring a water bottle
Bring socks if you’d like your feet to stay cozy (shoes will be off)
Bring a pillow or blanket if you'd like to be extra cozy
Guidelines:
-Please arrive sober so that you can give consent
-Personal hygiene is important--be squeaky clean and minty fresh (it makes closeness easier for everyone)
-No perfumes, cologne, essential oils, or scented products
-No cigarette smoke prior to arriving
-Please stay at home if you're feeling sick, unwell, 'off' or think you’ve been exposed to COVID, RSV, FLU. A 100% refund or future credit will be given.
Facilitator Bio:
Stella Stardust (she/they) creates relational practice spaces that help people feel more connected to themselves and more honest in connection with others.
With over 20 years of experience in yoga, meditation, and somatic practices, along with training in conflict resolution as a certified mediator, Stella brings a grounded, intuitive approach to guiding connection. She’s been hosting connection-based spaces since 2019.
Her work lives at the intersection of somatics, spirituality, and social change.
Accessibility note:
The space is located on the 2nd floor with one flight of stairs directly up from the entrance.
Elevator access is available; please reach out to the facilitator prior to the event if you will need to use it. The elevator is spacious enough for any mobility device and the 2nd floor space is free of any steps or mobility barriers. There are no automated doors in the building.
There are two all-gender restrooms with three private stalls and a urinal. Each restroom has one stall accessible for mobility device users.
Parking:
Paid parking is available directly behind our building at 2412 Workman Street. There is an additional city lot south of Broadway on Workman Street. There is also ample metered parking in the neighborhood.