Common Street Spiritual Center

Intro to Tai Chi
2023-06-10 09:15 - 10:15, 2023-06-17 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

The Art Of Meaning Making - Finding Hidden Value In The Story Of Your Life
2023-06-10 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
After 31 years of exploring the world of personal growth, I can confidently say that there is one skill I’ve acquired that has served me more than anything else.
It’s the skill that has allowed me to:
– Untangle the confusing events and themes of my childhood
– Find lightness and freedom in places where I was deeply stuck
– Develop a kind of emotional & cognitive agility I never knew was possible
– Help others become free in ways that were surprising to us both
That skill is the art of meaning making.
What is that exactly? It’s the ability to see multiple “truths” inside the same situation. It’s the ability to create meaning around a particular event or memory in a way that moves you forward in your life rather than keeping you stuck.
TO ME, THIS IS ONE OF THE GOLDEN KEYS OF PERSONAL GROWTH
Meanings come in all forms. You can have meanings around things like:
– The story of why you are the way you are
– Why you’ve been stuck for so long
– Emotionally charged memories that serve as reference points for how you make decisions and live your life
– The meaning you invest your attention into can keep you in a kind of mental prison (unable to break free, get unstuck, move on, etc.).
Or…
Meaning can gently and elegantly open a pathway forward for you. One that has been there all along, but was invisible to you because the meaning you were previously stuck inside of actually prevented you from seeing it.
What I love about meaning making is that it’s a skill you can learn. The better you get at it, the more you can look forward to these important benefits opening up for you:
First, you become more agile in your ability to navigate life skillfully and gracefully. You feel more capable and able to take on anything that matters to you.
Second, you become antifragile. When something comes along that would diminish most people, the skillful use of meaning making can make you stronger, more resilient, and transform the adversity you’re facing into a source of strength and love (for you and others).
AND YOU CAN DO THIS WITHOUT THE CIRCUMSTANCES (OR THE PEOPLE INVOLVED) NEEDING TO CHANGE
How would you like to learn, explore, and experiment with this almost magical ability… using your own life’s stories as your playground?
If this sounds intriguing to you, then I invite you to come explore with us inside our experimental container. This is a container where we leave behind “I’m right” and “I know the truth”.
Instead we explore questions that open up possibility and create space inside your mind and especially in your heart.
If you resonate with what you see here, then you are welcome to join us. We’ll explore the art of deliberate meaning making together, and then share what we discovered with each other so we can all grow in surprising, new ways.
HOW TO JOIN US
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 2:00pm and go until 4:00pm (with a break in the middle). Please plan on arriving by 1:45pm so you have time to settle in and meet the other members. I’m one of the few teachers who starts on time, so please be sure to arrive early.
How much? There’s no cost to attend this event. I want to bring everyone together so we can explore meaning as a community. Just bring a willingness to share and participate with us.
I’m looking forward to seeing you there.
Warmly,
Jason

A River Flows Through Me: A Thematic Presentation Through Dance
2023-06-10 15:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
The river, the vein of our earth, enriches the land! By flowing through hills, villages, and cities, the river supports the lives of plants, birds, fishes, and humans.
We get mesmerized by its beauty. A fisherman depends on it for livelihood, while the poet and artist get inspired by its beauty and create!
The river gives refuge to the sick, old, tired, socially unacceptable and retired, by its soothing sound of rippling, flowing water.
But as we use and enjoy the river, we remain somewhat numb to the ways we abuse it. So who will give refuge to the river?
Free and open to the public.

Natick Drum Circle
2023-06-10 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
Come join in a free-flowing community drum circle with experienced and new drummers. All are welcome. Bring your own drum(s) or borrow one that others bring and place in the center of the circle.
$5 suggested donation

Open Circle Gathering
2023-06-11 10:30 - 11:45, 2023-06-18 10:30 - 11:45 (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

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.

Ayahuasca and Plant Medicine (Potluck Gathering)
2023-06-11 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Fellowship Hall @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States

Red Carpet Reveries (Inter-generational Chorus Concert)
2023-06-11 16:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York)
Enjoy a free concert of Hollywood favorites! The ongoing collaboration between Golden Tones chorus and the Natick High School choral program continues, with our first public event since Jan 2020. Sing along to iconic numbers from the silver screen, with songs beloved by all generations!

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2023-06-12 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-06-14 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-06-19 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
2023-06-12 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-06-14 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-06-16 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-06-19 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
2023-06-12 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.
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Kevin Baldwin’s Natick Public School Saxophone Studio Recital
2023-06-12 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
A concert by the Kennedy and Wilson private saxophone students in Kevin Baldwin’s saxophone studio. Students from both middle schools will be performing as soloists or in small groups, many for the first time. The music will range from movie theme songs, like Pirates of the Caribbean and Pink Panther, to works from the classical tradition by J.S. Bach, Ludwig von Beethoven, and others. The hard-working students are thrilled to share their passion for their instrument and show how hard they have worked over the year.

Community Yoga Class FREE
2023-06-12 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
YOGA COMMUNITY CLASS with Dr. Jen Kurz
This is a free offering but donations to Common Street are welcome.
Please register by email to doctorjenkurz@gmail.com
YOGA: (yoga citta vrtti nirodah): Translates, from Sanskrit, as “the cessation of the fluctuations of mind.” Patanjali, a great yogi sage, defines it in his “Yoga Sutras” as the ability to direct the mind exclusively toward an object and sustain that direction, without distractions.
For many westerners and Americans, yoga practice involves particular asanas, or mat exercises and stretches, which build strength, flexibility, and balance. It may also be a way to find stillness in the mind in the effort to reach a state of focused attention and self-awareness — through guided sound, breath, and posture. This class will be geared towards those who are looking for a moderate to fast paced flow, as well as a deeper understanding of the mind body connection.
Dr. Jen Kurz is a pain management physiatrist (www.doctorkurz.com for further information).
Dr. Kurz witnesses the limits of conventional care in the treatment of conditions as complex and difficult as chronic pain, addiction, and related mood disorders. If we lose our ability to move due to chronic pain, we know the central and peripheral nervous systems are involved. Neurons that fire together, wire together. Can we redirect our minds and rewire neurons towards health and wellbeing?
Yoga is a powerful healing and preventative practice for chronic, painful physical conditions – including chronic spine and joint pain, muscle pain, weakness, tightness, and postural imbalances. Yoga may enable you to awaken to root mental causes, conditions, and obstacles that may be overcome with practice. Previous experience with yoga is recommended for this class.

A Course in Miracles
2023-06-14 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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Event Leadership Circle - For Class, Workshop, & Event Leaders - Let's Support Each Other To Succeed
2023-06-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Are you a workshop or event leader at The Common Street Spiritual Center?
Join our mastermind group and connect with like-minded leaders. This is a great place to share ideas, best practices, and support each other in creating meaningful and impactful experiences for our community.
Through group discussions, brainstorming sessions, and guest speakers, you’ll have the opportunity to improve your leadership skills, expand your network, and gain fresh perspectives on how to create engaging and transformative events.
There’s no cost to come. All that’s required is that you fit one of these two categories:
#1 – You are already leading events at CSSC (of any kind).
#2 – You have a desire to lead events at CSSC in the near future, and you’d like some support in doing so.
Looking forward to seeing you there.
Jason

Tea, Pray, Knit
2023-06-15 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.

Intro to Qi Gong
2023-06-17 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.

Rite of the Womb (Women's Gathering)
2023-06-17 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
When women get together to honor their Womb and to celebrate the life cycles miracles happens.

The Rite of the Womb is a shamanic initiation to clean the fear and pain from our wombs so we can give birth to a new type of human and to start a new type of community.

Cacao to access our heart chakra and to get deep inside our emotions.

Rapeh to bring us a strong connection with Mother Earth.

If you wanna join please Text Milla to save your spot (857)505-8627.

Energy Exchange Scale: $26-$44

Bring a healthy snack to share

Every third Saturday

Show & Share
2023-06-18 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Held in a community circle format, this event is free of charge (donations accepted) and will provide space for folks to gather face-to-face. It will be a place where people can connect in a vibe of safety, spiritual communion, openness, honesty, and non-judgement to share whatever they wish. My hope is for this to be something of a compassionate and open-hearted ‘show and tell’ for adults, a place where the inner child can have space to play freely, experience emotional release, and heal through the joy of supportive human connection!
If you want to share feelings: fears, joys, and get into deep places that are often difficult in surface-level conversations, you are welcome. If you choose to share stories, poems, songs, life experiences, you are welcome. Want to share creative emotional expression, dance, photo albums, or something else that is important to you? YOU ARE WELCOME!
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-At the open and close of each meeting I will facilitate a short sound healing and guided meditation. Also, if a few people bring instruments, we could do a peaceful jam session at the end of the event… I’m always up for those!
-While I don’t wish to make any topics explicitly off limits, we will practice compassionate and respectful communication. There will be a ‘talking stick’ of some sort, so the only ground rules will be: don’t interrupt while someone is sharing, don’t respond directly to a share without asking permission first, and please do not use derogatory/demeaning language or point aggressive communication/anger at anyone.
-There is no commitment required. Come to one circle or come on a regular basis. This is not a closed or ‘regular members only’ event.
-I will bring a limited amount of snacks.
Anyone who wants to bring food and/or non-alcoholic beverages to share, you welcome to do so.
-This group will meet in the Meditation Room on the 3rd floor.
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I hope to build a supportive and connected community around this gathering, which will be held on a recurring basis (regular recurring time open to group discussion and potentially subject to change).
If you have any questions, please reach out to Jason at MetalionMusicOfficial@gmail.com.
*Please note that the end time of the gathering will be organic and will flow with being in the moment on that day. 5:00pm is a loose target. Anyone who wants to come but needs to come after 3:00pm or leave before 5:00pm can feel free to do so knowing that it will be received with acceptance and grace.*
Peace & Respect,
Jason Karol

Sveta Ben Folk Concert
2023-06-18 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)

Early Morning Prayer
2023-06-19 07:00 - 08:00 (America/New_York)
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
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