PAUSE
2023-10-26 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-11-02 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-11-09 17:00 - 17:30, 2023-11-16 17:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
PAUSE is a deliberate space for you and others to hold what is your life experience. Come once or to all of them. Come for 10 minutes or the full 30. Come as you are and, in stillness and silence, we will pause together.

Work of Love: Common Threads Workshop
2023-10-29 10:30 - 12:00
We are excited to welcome Amy Adams, artist and facilitator, for this dynamic workshop experience.
MOO is an acronym that describes a methodology for human connection. The acronym is explained in the session.
This experience is a journey into a pathway that assists how we engage in complex conversations and scenarios. This pathway of conversation is a key component to addressing circumstances and scenarios, both unexpected and intentional.
Attendees will then help create the start for the symbolic Common Threads driven installation, that will be revealed in the coming weeks.
Participants will exit the journey with a usable platform that will serve as an effective foundation for understanding, atonement, healing and community building.
FREE and open to the public.

SoulCollage® for Personal Growth and Development
2023-10-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
SoulCollage® is a fun collage art form using your imagination, creativity and intuition. It is an amazing process for accessing the many sides of your personality. You will create a series of collaged cards using found images from magazines or photos from which you will then journal and share your insights. SoulCollage® has proven to be a valuable tool for spiritual and personal growth! It’s FUN and no artistic experience is necessary! Collaging helps cultivate peace and relaxation of body, mind, and spirit. It provides an opportunity to improve your health, relationships and overall sense of wellbeing. SoulCollage® is a powerful tool that can help one achieve optimal growth and development by:
• Developing new and creative solutions to life’s difficulties.
• Fostering respect, empathy, and acceptance for self and others.
• Learning to experience and express emotions in a healthy manner.
• Providing insight in how to prevent or solve inner conflicts and emotional struggles.
• Improving self-worth and confidence in one’s abilities.
To register, Contact Nadine Lucas at nadineelucas@gmail.com

Being Present Together: A Peace Vigil for the Wars in our World
2023-10-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Welcome to a time to be held in community. A time and space to be still, reflect, feel, and express.
We do not need to be alone with all the suffering and chaos happening in our world: in Israel, Palestine, Ukraine and other places of violence and injustice.
In this safe, nonjudgmental space, we will honor the complexity of what we are feeling, get in touch with our humanity, and meet the moment with truth and kindness.
FREE and open to ALL

Meditation Mondays
2023-10-30 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-06 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Meditation Room @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Whether you’re curious to begin or years into a practice, start the week off right with Meditation Mondays. Try out breathwork, chanting, sound baths and other techniques in a collaborative and supportive setting.

Meditators of all levels are welcome to drop in 7-8PM on Monday nights! Come every week or as often as works in your schedule. FREE. No registration required.

For more information, please email weronika.zawora@gmail.com

Book Discussion: Decolonizing Wealth
2023-11-01 12:00 - 12:40, 2023-11-08 12:00 - 12:40, 2023-11-15 12:00 - 12:40 | Online
CSSC member and Outreach Coordinator for Family Promise Metrowest Paula Brown will facilitate a series of discussions related to Decolonizing Wealth by Edgar Villaneuva, a renowned activist, author, and philanthropy expert who offers a crucial perspective on wealth and philanthropy. As a member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, Villanueva advises a diverse range of organizations on social impact strategies, working with philanthropic entities, Fortune 500 corporations, and entertainment enterprises. His work empowers communities, giving them control over their own narratives and representations while striving for increased visibility across all sectors of society. In “Decolonizing Wealth,” he examines the role of colonialism in philanthropy, the wealth gap, and the prevailing power dynamics in modern philanthropic structures.

Conscious Kundalini Yoga
2023-11-02 09:15 - 10:15, 2023-11-09 09:15 - 10:15, 2023-11-16 09:15 - 10:15 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Join Nelya for a Kundalini-inspired community class to restore spirit, mind, and body. We start by tuning in with breath work and mantra, followed by a warm up and Kriya (set of Kundalini exercises). We’ll end with a relaxing meditation. Each class focuses on a unique theme, from self love and immune support to connecting with your intuition. This class is an invitation to slow down and look inward to connect with a deeper consciousness. All levels welcome, no experience needed.

Members – $11
Non-members – $15
To register, Venmo @Nelya-Binder (#6560) or email nelya@rootedsanctuary.com
To learn more about Nelya’s yoga, healing, and community work, check out www.rootedsanctuary.com.

Natick Music Makers
2023-11-03 19:00 - 21:00
What: Natick Music Makers
When: First Fridays, 7-9pm
Where: Common Street Spiritual Center, Upstairs
How much: Cost; 100% of your $10 entry fee goes to the center to support its mission*
Who: You & Us!! ?
Hello! We want to play music with YOU!
If you have a basic musical ability (play an instrument, know your chords), We welcome you to bring your instrument; guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, ukelele, voice, and more – for a night of playing songs together. We’ll finish out the night with a jam.
Point of the event is to have fun and make music together. There is little expectation beyond that.
Format of the event: we’ll play relatively easy songs which are 3-5 chords. We’ll have a list to choose from for this event, and we’ll cast them on a screen / or have on poster-boards, so everyone can see the chords and lyrics. We’ll draw numbers from a hat @ 7pm and that will be the order of those wanting to lead a song. If you just want to play, then just play!
Genres include but not limited to Rock, Pop, Folk, Blues. Typically, we’ll be mostly in 4/4 time to keep things simple. I’ll start off the 1st song to get us warmed up, then we’ll take turns leading a song (optional if you desire to).
Note: we’ll play mostly “clean” in terms of sound, but some basic pedals / effects are permitted such as Wah, Compressor, Reverb, Delay, etc. Ear plugs will be available.
Also Note: respectfulness of everyone’s ability level is expected, kindness is appreciated. This is for fun, and there is no expectation that the songs will sound like the original nor do we really desire for it to.
Keep your alcohol and drugs and pets at home.
We’ll take a break about halfway through to socialize and munch on snacks.
If you have any questions, you can reach me by email: MrDaveStewart@gmail.com
Hope to see you there!

Natick Music Makers

*Free if you’re a member of Common St. Spiritual Center. See this link if interested: https://commonstreet.org/membership/

Honoring and Befriending Nature
2023-11-05 14:30 - 16:30 | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Nature is all around us but how often do you truly notice and appreciate it? Come learn and practice ways to honor plants as both whole species and individuals, and to give back to the trees and plants in your world.

Yoga in the Sanctuary
2023-11-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Yoga in the Sanctuary with Dr. Jen Kurz: This moderate level vinyasa class can improve strength, balance, and well-being through yoga postures, breath, and sound.
The class meets in the sanctuary and is a beautiful way to attend to your physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Donations are welcome and all proceeds support our Common Purse fund, so it is also a charitable form of yoga!
Suggested donation $10-15, cash or venmo @commonstreet
Meets every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month.
wwww.doctorjenkurz.com
www.finerprogram.org

Restoring and Revitalizing Relationships
2023-11-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Ever felt a pang of guilt for losing touch with a loved one or not investing enough in building and maintaining your friendships? This interactive workshop will give you the practical tools and encouragement you need to reinvest in relationships with friends, family, and other people you care about.

Community Herbal Tea Ceremony
2023-11-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Description: The world around us is abundant with plants waiting to share their medicine and gifts with us. Join this open-hearted community in connecting with herbal allies using our senses, emotions, and spirit. We will come together in circle for an opening meditation, herbal education, tea ceremony with music, and sharing. You will learn about plant energetics and medicinal qualities while connecting with the plants on a deeper, spiritual level through the ceremony. Please bring a journal if you wish. Plants are organically grown or locally harvested in a sustainable way.

**Space limited to 13, so please register in advance**

Donation: Members: $20-$35, Non-Members: $30-$45. Energy exchange available for those with financial constraints ~ just reach out to nelya@rootedsanctuary.com.

To register: Please Venmo your donation to @Nelya-Binder to confirm your space. If you have any questions or do not have Venmo, feel free to send an email to nelya@rootedsanctuary.com.

About Nelya: Nelya is a wellbeing coach, herbalist, certified yoga teacher, and energy medicine practitioner. After spending years as a corporate attorney experiencing disconnect between spirit, mind, and body, Nelya followed her purpose to empower people to be their own greatest healers. Nelya’s mission is to guide others towards an awakened and healthful life with energy medicine, herbs, sovereign wellness tools, and meditation. Nelya’s current 1:1 practice focuses primarily on sovereign women’s care, from cycle wellbeing to fertility. To learn more about Nelya and her medicine, visit www.rootedsanctuary.com or follow her on Instagram ~ @rooted.with.nelya.

Joyful Warrior: Self-Care & Wild Wellness Circle
2023-11-11 10:30 - 12:00 | Meeting Room of CSSC
Come in cozy clothes for a rejuvenating self-care session and leave feeling uplifted and supported in your self-care journey.
Popularized self-care seems to be all about buying things and sitting in a bathtub, but this workshop goes into holistic, sustainable, and new approaches to self-care inspired by listening to your specific needs and Wild Wellness practices for wellness and wholeness.
Our circle consists of an opening grounding practice and a brief lecture that flows into open sharing.

Interfaith Book Discussion
2023-11-11 15:00 - 16:30 | Islamic Society of Boston in Wayland, 126 Boston Post Road, Wayland, MA
Join in a groundbreaking discussion about how Christian views of the Prophet Muhammad are evolving to support greater interfaith unity.

Community Connect & Share Dinner
2023-11-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Fellowship Hall @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Come enjoy a simple homecooked meal while building deeper relationships with others in our community. Bring an item that you no longer need but that might bring joy to someone else. We will all share what we have to offer, and see what kinds of connections we can make!

Open Circle Gathering
2023-11-12 10:30 - 12:00
The Open Circle is a weekly gathering of like-minded spiritual seekers who show up to connect authentically, share our truths, and be held in the space of a growth-oriented and loving community.

In the Open Circle, everyone has a chance to contribute as we move around the circle. You’re welcome to bring poems, songs, prayers, and insights to share.

Free and open to the public–yes, you can simply show up!

If you’re new to Open Circle, you’re welcome to register here so you can be in the loop for future gatherings: https://forms.gle/Aa18ZuGfyy4Nv3gq7\n
The Spiritual Center community is holding space for change in the lives of our members and in our world.
*we embrace diverse forms of spiritual practice and artistic expression
*we cultivate a hopeful societal vision built on principles of compassion and justice
*we support the growth of a consciousness of interconnection across human differences and between people and the whole web of life around us
*we build authentic community based on principles like love, respect, kindness, and collaboration

If this resonates, please join us! You’re welcome to become a member simply by filling out the form on this page: www.commonstreet.org/membership

Our current schedule for Open Circle is that we are meeting in person on 1st, 2nd, and 4th Sundays, and virtually or hybrid on 3rd Sundays. 1st Sundays include a potluck brunch and are less formal. However, in 2023 we are experimenting with a hybrid 3rd Sundays, with both in person and virtual options.

Plant-Based Meal Prep Workshop and Dinner
2023-11-12 16:00 - 19:00 | kitchen, 15 Common Street, Natick, MA
Plant-Based Meal Prep workshop and Dinner
Join us for a fun and informative evening at our Plant-Based Meal Prep Workshop and Dinner! Discover the delicious world of plant-based cooking and learn how to create nutritious meals that are good for you and the planet. Plus take home 5 meals to enjoy throughout the week!
During this hands-on workshop, chef Amanda Short will guide you through the process of preparing flavorful plant-based dishes from scratch. Learn essential cooking techniques, explore a variety of ingredients, and gain practical tips for incorporating more plant-based meals into your daily routine.
After the workshop, we’ll sit down together to enjoy the fruits of our labor. Indulge in a delicious dinner where you can savor the flavors of the dishes you helped create while connecting with like-minded individuals who share your passion for healthy and sustainable eating.
Whether you’re a seasoned plant-based eater or just curious about incorporating more plant-based meals into your diet, this workshop is perfect for you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your culinary skills and enjoy a mouthwatering plant-based feast!

Vegan Raw Food Potluck
2023-11-12 18:00 - 22:00 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States

Natick Mushroom Fest ??
2023-11-18 14:00 - 17:00 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Join Bay Staters for Natural Medicine, a grassroots nonprofit, to learn how to grow mushrooms, make art, and meet other people interested in healing!
Beginning at 2pm, we’ll have fun and delicious mushroom snacks and a presentation on how mushrooms created and shaped humanity from the beginning of time. Attendees will then learn how to safely forage for mushrooms, how mushrooms can be grown with kits available for donation to support the nonprofit’s work, and —with the help of professional painter Colomba Klenner — learn to contribute to a community mural. Activities are kid-friendly and people of all ages are welcome!
Invite friends and please bring a donation fitting your budget to support this work. You can RSVP for updates (tinyurl.com/baystatersmeeting) and learn more about the group’s work (BaystatersNM.org)

Traditional Rattle Making Ceremony
2023-11-19 10:00 - 17:00 | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Rattles are the sound of the North in the medicine wheel. Their sound assimilate the rain therefore a good cleanser of dense energies stuck in body, mind or spaces. They are also used for traveling into other realms, journeying to the North where our ancestors, teachers and guides live.
In this workshop you will craft a traditional corn filled Elk-rattle for ceremonial and healing use.
Once sacred space has been opened and everyone has voiced their presence in the circle we will receive the materials for bringing these tools through. The first step is to make the holes and sew them together. We will be filling them with sand to take the desired shape and let them dry while having lunch and embarking on a journey with Nelya Binder. She will will be offering a Conscious Yoga class to connect with Mother Earth and the elements inspired by rattle making. This Kundalini-inspired class will weave breath, sound, and meditative movement to clear stuck energies and deepen your intuition.
You can read more about her offerings here.
The final step of assembling the rattles and exchanging the sand for corn will tie the day together.
Exchange is $150 and includes all materials.
Drumbirthing workshop on Saturday 11/18 here.
Register by paying in full.
Venmo: mialuz33
Please provide your e-mail address and the date for the workshop.

Open Circle Gathering
2023-11-19 10:30 - 12:00
The Open Circle is a weekly gathering of like-minded spiritual seekers who show up to connect authentically, share our truths, and be held in the space of a growth-oriented and loving community.

In the Open Circle, everyone has a chance to contribute as we move around the circle. You’re welcome to bring poems, songs, prayers, and insights to share.

Free and open to the public–yes, you can simply show up!

If you’re new to Open Circle, you’re welcome to register here so you can be in the loop for future gatherings: https://forms.gle/Aa18ZuGfyy4Nv3gq7\n
The Spiritual Center community is holding space for change in the lives of our members and in our world.
*we embrace diverse forms of spiritual practice and artistic expression
*we cultivate a hopeful societal vision built on principles of compassion and justice
*we support the growth of a consciousness of interconnection across human differences and between people and the whole web of life around us
*we build authentic community based on principles like love, respect, kindness, and collaboration

If this resonates, please join us! You’re welcome to become a member simply by filling out the form on this page: www.commonstreet.org/membership
