Common Street Spiritual Center

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
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
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

Community Gathering
2023-05-07 17:00 - 20:00
Join us to contemplate life together!

A gathering to connect with yourself & raise your vibe!

The Heartfelt Hangout: A Vegan Potluck Dinner Party with a Twist
2023-05-07 17:00 - 20:00
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

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2023-05-08 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-05-10 07:30 - 08:30
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

Coffee With a Purpose
2023-05-08 09:00 - 11:00
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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Community Yoga Class FREE
2023-05-08 19:00 - 20:00
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.
