Common Street Spiritual Center

Flavors Of India - Potluck Dinner Party
2023-12-10 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Fellowship Hall @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
We are a group of Indian cuisine enthusiasts, passionate about the rich and diverse flavors of India. We’re excited to announce the “Taste of India” potluck – an evening dedicated to sharing and celebrating our favorite Indian dishes with each other.
This event is a perfect opportunity for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned chef or a curious foodie, to explore the wonders of Indian cuisine.
We encourage you to dive into the world of Indian cooking. You can easily just find a recipe online, and bring your favorite Indian dish to share with the community.
The variety of spices, herbs, and flavors in Indian cuisine is vast, and we can’t wait to see (and taste!) what everyone brings to the table.
If you’re not sure where to start, we think the best person to start learning from is Nisha’s “Rainbow Plant Life” channel on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@RainbowPlantLife
You can also just Google “Indian potluck recipes” and find a ton of stuff online.
? VEGETARIAN & VEGAN FRIENDLY
While we have a preference for vegetarian or vegan dishes, in the spirit of inclusivity and diverse tastes, non-vegetarian dishes are also welcome. This way, there’s something for everyone!
RSVP & DISH SELECTION – LET’S BALANCE THE FEAST!
To ensure we have a well-balanced spread of delicious Indian dishes, we kindly ask you to RSVP using our SignUpGenius link. This will not only confirm your attendance but also allow you to specify the dish you plan to bring.
By sharing what everyone is preparing, we can enjoy a diverse range of Indian cuisine, from appetizers to desserts, and everything in between!
? HERE’S HOW TO RSVP AND LET US KNOW WHAT YOU’RE BRINGING:
Visit the SignUpGenius link:
1: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A9AC28A4FECE9-46267761-flavors
2: Choose what kind of dish you want to bring (entrees, appetizers, desserts, or beverages).
3: Indicate the Indian dish you’ll be bringing. Feel free to get creative!
(Please also be sure to put in your RSVP here on Facebook so we can easily track who is coming.)
Your participation in this process is greatly appreciated as it helps us coordinate a more enjoyable and diverse culinary experience for everyone. We also need your RSVP so we can get an accurate head count so we know how many we’re feeding.
We can’t wait to see the array of flavors and dishes that everyone brings. Let’s make this a memorable evening filled with fabulous food and fantastic company!
Warmly,
Jason and Amanda (your hosts)
P.S. – Please invite some friends to join us by sharing this event with them.

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2023-12-11 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-12-13 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-12-15 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-12-18 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-12-20 07:30 - 08:30 (America/New_York) | MA
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.
Suggested donation $10. Meets every Mon, Wed, and Fri morning at 7:30am.
More info at www.energymatters2u.com

Coffee With a Purpose
2023-12-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-12-18 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Fresh coffee. Tea. Conversations about changing the world.
We welcome you to make this a part of your week! We gather every Monday morning and build momentum as we spark dialogue and stoke enthusiasm for the world we can create together. Each week features a special guest presenter on a theme of interest to the group.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://commonstreet.zoom.us/j/95580955741?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 955 8095 5741
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Meditation Mondays
2023-12-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Adult Ballet
2023-12-13 09:30 - 11:00, 2023-12-15 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MA

Modern Jazz Movement for Beginners
2023-12-13 19:00 - 20:15 (America/New_York) | MA

A Course in Miracles
2023-12-13 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.

https://commonstreet.zoom.us/j/91709436048?pwd=[REDACTED]
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Men's Wisdom Council
2023-12-14 07:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | MA
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 the “studio” space. Enter through school street door.
Details

Conscious Kundalini Yoga
2023-12-14 09:15 - 10:15 (America/New_York) | 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.

Modern/Jazz Dance Class
2023-12-14 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MA

Tea, Pray, Knit
2023-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Meeting Room of CSSC
Join Diana, Fran and Donese 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, exchange prayers, engage in thoughtful conversations and seek ways to contribute to those in need.
Drop in when you can. Children welcome with parent or caregiver
Email Donese @ donese.sylvester@gmail.com to RSVP or answer questions

Mohanji Meditations
2023-12-14 19:00 - 20:15 (America/New_York) | Choir Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
The Mohanji Meditation is a powerful heart-opening guided meditation that offers release from binding patterns through love and gratitude.
All are welcome. No prior experience necessary.

Wall of Grass Concert for Mini-Pantry/Toy Drive
2023-12-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Wall of Grass is an amazing group of over 15 highly skilled rock, jazz, and folk musicians who are coming together for an evening of music to benefit our mini pantry and collect toys for children this holiday season.
They also bring the whole audience together to sing and feel connected and be inspired by the power of music.
“We are so happy to be returning to the Common Street Spiritual Center for a show to benefit the Common Good Mini~ food pantry….and this year requesting toys as well!”

Wall of Grass
*Featuring:
Bruce Bears
Catharine David
Joe Donnelly
Jim Gambino
Kylie Harris
Peter Hoffman
Stu Kimball
Kelly Knapp
Paul Kochanski
Sandy Martin
Chris Pahud
Denis Semprebon
Glenn Shambroom
Jamie Walker
David Weden
Laurie Young

**Suggested donation: $20 worth of non-perishable food items and/or hygiene products for the Common Good mini-food pantry and/or a child-safe toy. Cash donations also accepted.

This is gonna be great … so looking forward to this!

Transformation Circle with Soundhealing and Breathwork
2023-12-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Join us for an immersion into collective presence in 2 hours container Friday night. With multiple modalities celebrating aliveness together, we will weave interactive sharing circle, breathwork, sound healing and connection with one another. We’ll practice together how to surrender anything that has been held in your heart. We’ll gently hold them together in a circle and transmute to light through vibration and breath.

Friday December 15th – @ 7pm – 9pm
What to bring: Yoga Mat / Blanket /Pillow/Water
2nd Floor, Moon Room

Suggested Donation
$20+ cash or venmo
Venmo: @tov-demirel

Intro to Qi Gong
2023-12-16 08:00 - 09:00 (America/New_York) | MA
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.

Bollywood Dance for Kids
2023-12-16 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Kids between the age of 4-8 learn and perform Bollywood dance.
Gift your kid a piece of a fun culture. See your kids shine with all the confidence when they perform, your eyes will tear up and your heart will fill with pride. Dancing (especially Bollywood) and performing is one of the best ways to build confident personality and presence, saying this based on my personal experience. Let them start early so they don’t have those could’ve should’ve moments, and they learn to venture into the world with 100% of their ability. And did I mention the health and happiness benefits?
Yup! All this just by dancing on some of the awesomest Bollywood music for 10 Saturdays.
Register here: https://www.bollywoodstepbystep.com/booking-calendar/kids-learn-perform-bollywood?referral=service_list_widget

Rite of the Womb (Women's Gathering)
2023-12-16 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Hello Goddess 🙂
One more Rite of The Womb for our count, and this month is the Winter Solstice Celebration.
Remembering this is a Women’s circle where together we create a safe space for accessing our heart chakra and ritualize our life as we go through the seasons, the moon cycles, and our life’s phases.
What’s happening this month:
* Cacao Ceremony
* Foot Soaking
* Rite of the Womb
* Secret Santa
* Potluck – Seasonal food
What to bring with you:

Bottle of water
Small Towel
Some gifts to play on Secret Santa – Suggested $10 – Crystals, sage, incense, candle.
Seasonal food to share
Link for tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-solstice-celebration-rite-of-the-womb-tickets-774025329597?aff=oddtdtcreator
For any questions:
Contact@milladalbem.com
(857)505-8627 _ Milla

Open Circle Gathering
2023-12-17 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | MA
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

How We Healed / How We Heal
2023-12-17 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
How We Healed / How We Heal, A Gathering Facilitated by Paul W. Gerzon
Life can be wonderful. Our human capacity for love, enjoyment, and wisdom is endless; and the love a person can feel for other human beings, for nature, and for life itself, is beautiful. Experiencing all this is less likely to happen, however, if we have not healed emotional wounds; if we have not learned that “the mind is a great servant but a terrible master”; and if we don’t know how to love ourselves, including our bodies.
Today’s gathering is about being more whole.
In part one, we will talk about what healing is: what do we mean by that word? Then those who are moved to will have the time and space to share about what healing they have experienced, and by what methods, circumstances, and / or experiences.
In part two, we will generate a list of what seems to be necessary for healing. We will do that as a collective mind by noticing our own experiences, from our in-the-moment thinking, and from what we’ve learned from videos, from books, from peers, and / or from professionals who have been helpful.
Please come if you wish to explore this subject!
Such gatherings can accelerate our individual learning and growing, as well as provide “people medicine” for everyone present.

Personal note:
I am grateful for the healing I have experienced. In my case, growing up, my head energy was loved and supported. My thoughts were welcome. In contrast, my heart energy was not supported, and emotions of any were not welcomed and certainly were not mirrored. No one in my family or at school taught me any emotional awareness.
My life is enormously different now that much childhood wounding is healed. An important shift for me was when I could see my parents as glasses half full, instead of half empty. Through certain healing contexts and experiences, I came to see them as being perfect (if you’ll excuse that overworked word) exactly as they were!
I stopped judging them. That led to stopping judging myself, and that led to not judging anybody. I live a lighter and happier life now.
(By the way, not judging anybody does not mean “making no distinctions” or “not seeing differences”!)

Preparing For Renewal - A Cacao Ceremony To Create Space For What's Next
2023-12-17 18:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
As we approach the end of 2023, it’s the perfect time for reflection and preparation for the new year.
We invite you to our special Cacao Ceremony themed “Preparing For Renewal,” an intentional gathering designed to facilitate a mindful transition into the upcoming year.
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:
– Reflect and Release Workshop: Begin with a workshop to review the year 2023, identifying key themes and experiences. Learn effective strategies for conscious closure and letting go of what no longer serves you.
– Ceremonial Cacao Experience: Engage in a heart-opening Cacao Ceremony, enhanced by the unique, creamy blend of our ceremonial-grade Cacao from Prophecy Chocolate, enriched with oat milk, spices, vanilla, and maple syrup.
– Themed Meditations: Participate in guided meditations, focusing on processing the past year and setting intentions for renewal, all amplified by the nurturing energy of Cacao.
EVENT DETAILS & LOGISTICS
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.
What time? – We start promptly at 6:30 PM and go until 9:00 PM (with a break in the middle). Please plan on arriving by 6:15pm so you have time to park, and then settle in and meet the others.
I’m looking forward to seeing you there.
Warmly,
Jason

Early Morning Prayer
2023-12-18 07:00 - 08:00 (America/New_York) | MA
Start your week off in alignment. Early morning prayer and scripture readings in the Christian tradition led by Common Street member Deborah Younger-Mitchell. Currently, the group is studying Psalms for Black Lives. All are welcome to come find inspiration, support, and fellowship. This prayer and study group is free and open to the public. 1st and 3rd Mondays
https://commonstreet.zoom.us/j/92839180266

Yoga in the Sanctuary
2023-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 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.
www.doctorjenkurz.com
www.finerprogram.org

Satsang with Hailey
2023-12-19 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Learn the formal meditation practice of Zazen as we dive into the world of metaphysics and higher consciousness. We meet every other Tuesday. Beginners to intermediate practitioners welcome.
