Common Street Spiritual Center

A Course in Miracles
2023-05-03 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | France
A Course in Miracles: each week we begin our exploration by reading the short introduction which includes these words “the course does not aim at teaching the meaning of love for that is beyond what can be taught. It does aim however at removing the blocks to the awareness of Love’s presence which is your natural inheritance.”
Has any other subject been written or sung about more often than love? Isn’t it the organizing principle of all religions? So popular and prominent in our daily discourse, yet so elusive. And don’t we yearn for an alternative to fear, guilt and hatred, suspicion and divisiveness?

Whether a beginner, a student of many years, or an on-again/off again inquirer, you are invited to join us in seeking to learn how to love and enjoy being in love. It’s not a solo performance. Only together, is love manifest.

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Tea, Pray, Knit
2023-05-04 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Join Diana, Fran and Donese every other Thursday in the Meeting Room from 2-4 pm. Bring along any handcraft you’d like to work on as we take time to enjoy one another’s company, engage in thoughtful conversations and develop new relationships. We can share thoughts about matters that affect us all such as:

children’s education,
safe neighborhoods, and
food insecurity.

We can exchange prayers and positive thoughts and seek ways to contribute to those in need.
You are welcome to drop in when you can. Children are also welcome with a parent or caregiver.
Our next Thursday gatherings are May 4th and 18th and June 1st, 15th, and 29th.
Please email Donese @ donese.sylvester@gmail.com to RSVP or ask questions.

Men's Wisdom Council
2023-05-04 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
What does it mean to be a “Man”?
Most men find that there is no clear answer to that question. It’s never been easy being a man. We take on the roles that society assigns us, without being given clear instructions. Role models that are offered up to us don’t speak to our deeper concerns, or rarely reply from the depths that our spirits require.
Councils have long been used by many traditions and cultures as a way to come together and gain a greater understanding of the world. The Men’s Wisdom Council continues this sacred tradition of sharing and deep listening.
Our circle we will strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where we can take turns telling our stories, sharing our concerns, and learning from each other—as we explore how we, as men, walk through the stages of our lives.
Please contact Michael Corthell (michaelacorthell@gmail.com) for any questions that you may have.
Meets upstairs in meditation room. Enter through school street door.

Cacao & SoulDance Journey
2023-05-05 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for a special Eclipse/Full Moon Celebration on Friday, May 5th at 7 PM at Common Street Spiritual Center

“..As above, so below…”

The upcoming penumbral Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio will occur on May 5, 2023. This eclipse is going to be very potent with cosmic planetary energies and have lasting effects for the next 18 years.

All eclipses unveil the hidden in us. Let us prepare for the upcoming Eclipse by raising our awareness, creating conscious connection, dancing with our open hearts to elevate the consciousness collectively, to call harmony into our lives.

The program of the evening includes:
Opening circle with a Sacred Cacao Ceremony. Followed by stretching and breathing exercises. We will then elevate our body, mind, and spirit together in a Soul Dance.

And finish with a relaxing with a Live Sound Healing Bath (with Harp) to fully integrate the dance and uplift to the divine universal grace.
Doors will open at 6:45 PM. Please be on time for the opening circle at 7PM.

Bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and blanket for relaxation. Wear comfortable preferably light or colorful clothes (no black please).
Ticket Link: https://souldance.ticketleap.com/souldance/
Early Bird price – $55 Door price – $75
For CSSC Members:
Early Bird price- $45 Door price – $65

A discounted -“Pay what you can” option is available for a limited number of participants with lack of funds. Please connect with us to use this option.
Please confirm your attendance and register by May 1st. The door price is still valid, but we will appreciate if you reserve your spot a bit in advance.

Thank you.

Intro to Qi Gong
2023-05-06 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York)
Intro to Qi Gong
How to cultivate balance in body and mind and improve your life energy (Qi)
Time: Saturdays from 8am – 9am

Qi Gong is a centuries-old system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation used for the purposes of health, spirituality, and martial-arts training. These practices help cultivate concentration, peace of mind, strengthen and tone your body all at once.
All are welcome. No prior experience required.
Suggested donation: $5-10
Meets in the Moon Room on the 3rd floor. Enter through the school street door and come upstairs to find us.
About the Instructor:
Wei Li grew up in Mainland, China. She earned her Ph.D. in Biology at Tufts University in 2005. Since 2010, she has been studying Qi Gong and Tai Chi with Master Ming Wu and Master Shi Zhao. She finished her Fengyang Qi Gong Associate Instructor training in 2020 and has been teaching Qi Gong since at Wu Healing Center and Morse Institute Library.

Intro to Tai Chi
2023-05-06 09:15 - 10:15 (America/New_York)
Tai Chi Chuan is a series of movements that combines coordinated internal mental concentration and controlled deep breathing with soft, slow and circular external movements that work together to massage and condition the internal organs, increase blood circulation, chi flow and strengthen tendons, ligaments and bones.
Tai Chi has evolved from the Yin/Yang philosophy of the I Ching and serves to strengthen the mind, body and spirit.
Dan Adams has been studying and practicing Tai Chi for 43 years and is currently a student at Gin Soon Tai Chi, 33 Harrison Ave, Boston.
Class time: Saturdays 915 – 1015:AM. Suggested Donation $5.00 – $12.00

True Story Theater - Emotional Improv Drop In Class
2023-05-06 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York)
Are you looking for a unique, enriching, and fun experience that offers more than just a typical acting class?
Welcome to True Story Theater’s drop-in classes, where heartfelt connections, personal growth, and creative expression take center stage!
In these classes, you’ll not only learn the art of listening and sharing, but also explore how to bring other people’s stories to life with authenticity and emotion.
WHY ATTEND A TRUE STORY THEATER CLASS?
Unleash your creativity: Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a complete beginner, these classes offer a safe and supportive environment to hone your skills and express yourself.
Build connections: Playback Theater is all about fostering community through storytelling.
Unlock emotional growth: As you learn to listen deeply and empathize with others, you’ll develop emotional intelligence and enhance your communication skills both on and off the stage.
WHAT DOES IT COST TO ATTEND?
We don’t want finances to get in the way of anyone attending, so we offer a sliding scale of $15-$30 per class.
Ready to embark on a one-of-a-kind journey? Join our drop-in classes at any time, or sign up for the full four-week course. No experience is necessary – all you need is a willingness to learn, share, and connect.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of emotional improvisation at True Story Theater. Sign up today and take the first step towards unlocking your creative potential and connecting with a vibrant community of storytellers.
ABOUT YOUR TEACHER
Jason Michael Jedrusiak is a local teaching artist, actor, director, yoga instructor, and activist who leads classes and workshops for young people, adults, and the young at heart throughout the Greater Boston area.
Since 2010, he has continued to teach in collaboration with youth centers, local public schools, universities, and institutions including The Boston Children’s Museum, the American Repertory Theater, and NUPath.
He facilitates groups to discover more of their creativity through improvisation, drama, playback theater, puppetry, and laughter yoga.
Jason highlights the power of embodied play and interacting with nature for self care, community, group connection, and authentic relating.

Ecstatic Kirtan - Rubaba & Luba
2023-05-06 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
The practice of Kirtan has been found to provide a number of mental health benefits, including improved mood, decreased anxiety, stress, and cortisol levels, as well as decrease insomnia. Hemant combines Bhakti and Gyana yoga paths. During this session he will take us through chants based on seven different ragas, each aligned with a chakra, the energy centers. Each mantra is examined for pronunciation and meaning prior to engaging in chanting (Ohm, Ram, Hare Krishna and more). Finally all participants will be invited to express themselves through dance and end the shared experience with the Loka samasta sukhino bhavantu!

Rubaba is a multi-instrumentalist, classically trained Musician and a vocalist and has played around the globe in a number of festivals. His unique style is very simple yet uplifting to follow. His mantras are in English, vidhi, Sanskrit and Urdu. He has been fusing his love for music and his devotion to finding the deeper spiritual meaning in life for more than 30 years

Luba Saraswati Evans-Zion (Luba) is an evolutionary visionary and internationally known lecturer on spiritual, personal and holistic health issues. Luba says that the inspiration behind her work is her vision of personal growth, liberation, return of divine feminine, sacred union of feminine and masculine, connection to the source and the idea of living the life as a spiritual practice, a life of service

Suggested donations:
$30 (members $20)

If you’re not a member of the center yet, joining is easy at this link: www.commonstreet.org/membership

Open Circle and Community Brunch
2023-05-07 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
On the first Sundays of the month, we combine our Open Circle Gathering with a community potluck brunch.

We gather and connect in a more relaxed, less structured way, yet with threads of meaning and spirituality tying it all together.

You’re welcome, if it would bring you joy, to contribute a food or drink item to share as part of the community brunch. Another option is to bring non-perishable food or toiletry items for our free mini-pantry.

If you’re new to Open Circle, you’re welcome to sign up here so you can be in the loop for future gatherings: https://forms.gle/Aa18ZuGfyy4Nv3gq7

Our community is finding a creative place in the spiritual world, where new forms of spiritual practice, artistic expression, and self-awareness are emerging to support humanity to meet the challenges of our times. We are finding balance within ourselves, making peace across differences, and stepping up to protect the Earth.

We welcome folks of all beliefs and backgrounds to build community with us as we align around a hopeful sense of common purpose. To become a member, please fill out the membership form here: www.commonstreet.org/membership

Effortless Introductions: Master The Art Of Starting Conversations
2023-05-07 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Are you ready to make new connections but struggle with approaching people and starting conversations?
Do you feel nervous or hesitant when entering social situations and meeting new people?
If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, then this workshop may be just what you’ve been looking for.
This is a unique event designed to help you overcome social barriers and confidently initiate conversations at places like:
– Social gatherings (parties, meetups, etc.)
– At work (meeting colleagues, networking events, meetings, etc.)
– Weddings, churches, activities, school, etc.
In this interactive workshop, you’ll not only learn valuable techniques, but also have the opportunity to practice them with other like-minded individuals.
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WHY JOIN THE EFFORTLESS INTRODUCTIONS WORKSHOP?
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• You’ll discover the best places to meet people who are open to socializing (and who will be genuinely interested in connecting with you).
• You’ll learn a rejection-proof method for starting conversations with nearly anyone, and you’ll practice it in a totally safe environment.
• You’ll understand how to create a first impression that radiates warmth and invites people to get to know you better.
• You’ll gain insight into your own communication style and learn how to be more authentic and engaging in conversations.
• You’ll have a lot of fun while building your confidence and honing your social skills!
This is truly one of the most valuable skills you can master. When you know you can confidently meet people at social gatherings, a lot of the fear and anxiety around going to those events melts away.
Does that sound like music to your ears? This is going to be very different from what you typically experience at a meetup event. I’m excited to create this together with you!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Where is it? – The event is held at the Common Street Spiritual Center in Natick, MA which is a beautiful facility for an event like this.
Is there parking? – Absolutely. There’s a small parking lot behind the center, and there’s also a ton of street parking available.
What time? – We start promptly at 2pm and go until 4pm (with a break in the middle). Please plan on arriving by 1:45pm so you have time to settle in and meet the others.
How much & how do I pay? – I wanted to keep this affordable for everyone, so it’s only $20 to attend. You can pay with cash or Venmo at the door.
That is very inexpensive for a facilitated gathering where you are guaranteed to meet great people and actually have meaningful interactions with them. Plus, you’ll walk away with a set of skills you can use for the rest of your life.
How do I register? – Just click the FIND TICKETS button to complete your registration with Eventbrite.
I’m looking forward to seeing you there.
Warmly,
Jason

The Heartfelt Hangout: A Vegan Potluck Dinner Party with a Twist
2023-05-07 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Discover the joy of mindful eating, heartfelt connections, and soul-stirring conversations at The Common Street Spiritual Center’s upcoming event, The Heartfelt Hangout!

Join us for a one-of-a-kind vegan potluck dinner party. We’ll celebrate the power of conscious living, community, and nourishing plant-based food.
This isn’t just another gathering to break bread together. It’s an experience designed to uplift your spirit, spark meaningful connections, and foster a sense of belonging.

What sets The Heartfelt Hangout apart is its unique blend of mindful eating, engaging discussions, and connection games.

WHAT TO BRING:
The best advice we can offer is to make (or buy) food that you’d offer people that you care about. If we do that, then we’ll have lots of great food to choose from.

PLEASE RSVP:
It’s important that we know how many people are actually attending, so please visit this signup genius (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0945a9ac28a4fece9-theheartfelt1) and enter what you’d like to bring so that we don’t all bring the same thing.

Thanks so much. We are looking forward to seeing you at The Heartfelt Hangout.

Amanda & Jason

Community Gathering
2023-05-07 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join us to contemplate life together!

A gathering to connect with yourself & raise your vibe!

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2023-05-08 07:30 - 08:30 (America/New_York)
Jaguar Path yoga incorporates Vinyasa flow postures with a focus on opening the body’s meridians and expanding the Energy Body.
This sixty minute all-levels class provides a gentle and complete physical stretch with space for breath awareness and meditation.
Email leo.j.ryan@gmail to confirm your attendance.
Classes are $10. Meets every Mon and Wed morning at 7:30am.
More info at www.energymatters2u.com
