Poetry reading and Q&A with Indian poet Srijato
2024-05-24 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Srijato, the renowned poet and literary figure from Kolkata is coming here for an in-person program on Friday May 24 at Common Street Spiritual Center, Natick, MA.
Our favorite local Bangla ensemble band “Philomela” will open the evening with some select hits.
We look forward to the pleasure of your company in making this evening memorable!

Intro to Qi Gong
2024-05-25 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-06-01 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.

Bollywood Dance Workout
2024-05-25 11:45 - 12:45 (America/New_York) | Fellowship Hall @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Whoever said no pain no gain, obviously has never worked out to Bollywood music. Join me for BollyX – Bollywood Dance Workout. Let’s dance and workout together to remain healthy, physically and mentally while having lots of fun!
Get ready to groove to the beats of the vibrant Bollywood tunes while burning 400 – 800 calories. No prior dance experience is required; I will guide you through the steps, show modifications and ensure a fun-filled session. So, grab your friends or make new friends at the class, put on your dancing shoes, and get ready to unleash your inner Bollywood star!
Register here: https://www.bollywoodstepbystep.com/booking-calendar/in-person-in-natick-center-1?referral=service_list_widget

Open Circle Gathering
2024-05-26 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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

Grief and Loss Support Group
2024-05-26 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
An open group that provides a space for all community members to connect with others who have experienced personal loss.
Community members are welcome to share their experiences, gain insight into their own grief and offer and find mutual support.
The group will be facilitated by Elda Zeko, one of our community members.

Essentially Earth - A Musical Song Bath Journey
2024-05-26 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Earth is our mother. We must take care of her. ??
Join Jason A. Karol (with some special guest appearances) on a musical journey around Mama Gaia. Relax and let the sounds and sights carry you away on an inner vision quest, shared with community.
We will open the experience with an intention setting circle, going around and sharing our appreciation for the planet we live on, and our hopes for how we can continue to respectfully coexist with Earth from a place of reverence and gratitude as we enter an unprecedented age of technology and human expansion. There is so much already in the animals, plants, rocks, seas, and air for us to be present to and revel in each day. Earth provides, and I wish to help foster love and kindness for her in return. ??
After the open circle, settle in for a trip around the globe! On the projector screen, there will be videos of different locations on the planet. To go with each location, there will be live music and sound healing. This will range from guitar based folk music to Native American style flute, shamanic drumming with chanting/singing, and much more. Along with the music that comes through me, the sounds of nature will wash over you too! There will be the sounds of Earth’s music… birds chirping, waves rushing, leaves rustling. The hope is to create sounds that vibe with the different locations as the music and video combined takes participants on a journey far and wide. ??
-Doors open at 6:00
-Intention and sharing circle will start at 6:30
-Sound journey will conclude at 8:30
-Stick around after for snacks and time for community building
There is a suggested donation of $25-35 for this event, but if funds are a barrier to entry for you, don’t let that stop you from enjoying this releasing, healing, and uplifting community event… just donate whatever you can. Every contribution will help us to keep putting on these events, as we would like for this event to keep happening on a regular basis! Cash, PayPal, and Venmo all accepted.
Bring anything you might want that will help you to feel present and grounded… a yoga mat/blanket/pillow, water, snacks. The center will have some yoga mats, meditation cushions, and blankets available for borrowing as well.
May we meet and join together in celebration of our home. Nature nurtures and never neglects our essential elements for Earthly existence.
Mitákuye Oyás’iŋ,
Jason A. Karol ??✨?

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-05-27 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-05-29 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

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-05-27 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-05-29 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-05-31 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.
Suggested donation $10. Meets every Mon, Wed, and Fri morning at 7:30am.
More info at www.energymatters2u.com

Coffee With a Purpose
2024-05-27 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
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
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Meditation Mondays
2024-05-27 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

Tuesday morning devotions
2024-05-28 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Join us on ZOOM with your prayers, writings, songs, inspiration from any and all religious traditions, sacred scriptures, humor, and love. We “go around the circle” for those who wish to share, or just come along to enjoy the inspiration
Join Zoom Meeting
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Adult Ballet
2024-05-29 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-05-31 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)

John Hardin’s Electric Didgeridoo Experience & Workshop
2024-05-29 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
John Hardin takes the ancient aboriginal instrument called “didgeridoo” to new places via digital technology. His music transports the listener with ethereal, otherworldly soundscapes, organic rhythms and primal dance grooves.

Beginner Ballet
2024-05-29 19:00 - 20:15 (America/New_York)

A Course in Miracles
2024-05-29 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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Modern/Jazz Dance Class
2024-05-30 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)

Mohanji Meditations
2024-05-30 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.

Roots Rock Reggae
2024-05-30 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
On Thursday, May 30th, Strictly Yard Entertainment presents an evening of sweet Reggae music courtesy of DJs Jah Rich, Brave Prince, and Secret Guerrilla, who will spin the best in Jamaican music from old to new!
The Common Street Spiritual Center is the place to be, and this venue (located in downtown Natick) continues to stand out as the hub for spiritual entrepreneurship and live events in the MetroWest.
Boston based Reggae artist NyJah will also grace the stage at Common Street, performing his recent single, “Live Some Life” and many more. The last time NyJah performed at the center, his lively performance had the crowd literally jumping with energy!
The needle drops at 7 pm, there is plenty of parking, and the cost of admissions to this family friendly event is free.
See you all on Thursday, May 30th for a pre Memorial Day weekend party with conscious Reggae music, vendors, and art!
Vendors please contact ian@commonstreet.org.

Transformation Circle
2024-05-31 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
A deep journey to source of all life through sound, breath and movement by sharing contemplative community circle. Retune your body with crystal bowls, planetary gong, chimes, handpan, native american flutes and more.
Join us for an immersion into collective presence in 3 hours container night. With multiple modalities celebrating aliveness together, we will connect through interactive sharing circle, prayers, contemplative stories, breathwork, sound healing, movements and more!
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 into light.
MAY 31 | Friday – @ 7pm – 10pm
What to bring: Yoga Mat / Blanket / Eye Cover / Pillow / Water
Main Entrance, Sanctuary
