Common Street Spiritual Center

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2023-04-26 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-05-01 07:30 - 08:30, 2023-05-03 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

A Course in Miracles
2023-04-26 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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Mohanji Meditation
2023-04-27 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Meditation Room @ Common Street, 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.

Red Tent Ceremony
2023-04-28 19:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York)
Calling women who desire deeper connections!
Are you craving an environment where you can show up in your rawness, be witnessed, and be heard by other women in a sacred way? Are you hungry for more than light and fluffy meditations and aching for rebirth and renewal?
Welcome to the mysteries of the Red Tent. A space where maidens, mothers, queens, and crones meet and share our stories, our pain, our sorrows, our joys, and our celebrations. Take a deep dive into the realm of the Divine Feminine, and be held and cradled in sisterhood.
What happens at a Red Tent Ceremony?
❤ We open ceremony with agreements about how we hold space for each other, without rescuing or taking away from someone’s process.
❤ We share what is in our hearts, souls, and bodies, and we embody our truest authentic form
❤ We discuss the astrology and the moon phases, seasons, and how these energies and cycles affect our lives.
❤ We honor where we are at in our cycles and rejoice in the wonderfulness of our brilliant bodies!
❤ We take a guided journey into our heart spaces to connect with what is alive for you and what you’re desiring to release or welcome into your life.
If this ignites a spark of interest in you and sets your soul ablaze, please join us Friday, April 28th at 7pm!
This event is open to those who identify as women, wherever you are in your cycle. Energy exchange: $22-44 sliding scale. Pay what you can.
Please send your offering to Colleen at https://venmo.com/u/C-puz and include your email address and “Red Tent” in the memo.
Reach out to Colleen at redtentnatick@protonmail.com to make other arrangements or if you have sensitivities to sound, smells, lighting, etc.
Things to bring
❤blankets and creature comforts
❤a journal and pen to take notes and write intentions
❤a snack to share if you feel called
❤a mug or cup for tea
❤wear clothes that make you feel beautiful in celebration of YOU.
Meet your Hosts
Colleen Puzas holds a Bachelors in Environmental Science, double minor in Natural Resources Conservation and Plant & Soil Sciences, and is a 1st generation graduate of the UMASS iCons Program. She is a teacher and supporter of internal and external system biomes, wetland science, women’s sacred spaces, herbalist practices, and alternative healing modalities, such as song, sound, and creative self-expression. She is currently enrolled in Align Your Story as a writer/poet and is a Liaison of the POWER Environmental Division’s Employee Engagement Committee. She studies the earth-based traditions of the Work that Reconnects, fire tending, and revitalization of the Spiral Dance goddess wisdom. She also follows the heart-centered language of the Universe and participates in ForestDance. From my heart to yours, I welcome you.
Stephanie Lynn Brown is a licensed and trauma informed massage therapist, craniosacral therapist, certified practitioner of Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® with over 16 years experience in hands-on healing and bodywork. She has a bachelor’;s degree in psychology and background in mental health specializing in behavior modification, and has been training in ceremonial arts for close to a decade. Stephanie is a Tantric Priestess and has studied divine embodiment and sacred sexuality, and is passionate about encouraging folks with mental illness, disabilities, and history of trauma to live their best lives and advocate for themselves in a variety of ways. She is an avid herbalist, animal communicator, and life-long student and seeker of Truth. She is a proponent for safe and ethical use of psychedelics and entheogens for healing trauma and working through energetic blockages.

Intro to Qi Gong
2023-04-29 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.

Tai Chi & Qigong in the Park
2023-04-29 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | John J. Lane Park, 185 Speen Street, Natick,, MA, 01760, United States
World Tai Chi and Qi Gong Day Celebration
This Earth Day, join us in celebrating with free qigong and tai chi in the park! It is also World Tai Chi & Qigong Day.
Class will involve a half hour of each. All around the world at 10 a.m., people will be practicing!
While tai chi was developed as a martial art, qigong was developed for health & well-being. Today, both are commonly used for this purpose.
They work with the body’s natural energy (qi) to promote health and our connection with nature. Take care of yourself to better take care of the earth!

The 5 Rhythms® of Movement: Riding the Waves
2023-04-29 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
The 5 Rhythms® of Movement: Riding the Waves
“If you want to still the mind, move the body!” ( G. Roth)
The 5 Rhythms® of Movement: Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness create a “Wave” of energy that we each enter into in our own way. Each Rhythm has a gateway and each rhythm has its own map to dance into.
As we follow and trust our movement and body we return to the love of who we are as we connect with and become inspired by our own wealth of body wholeness.
Sliding Scale $30-$50
Common Street members: $20
Reserve your spot in advance via Venmo @Margaux-Skalecki
Or pay by cash or check on day of
For more info email Margaux at Mmedicinedancer@yahoo.com
All levels are welcome! We are all movers and dancers. We are all communicators.
Bring extra layers of clothing and your curious heart. Wear soft soled shoes, or dance in socks, or bare feet.
Bring journal, water and if you like an object to place on the dance altar. And of course your curiosity and your willingness to explore.

True Story Theater - Emotional Improv Drop In Class
2023-04-29 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.

Eco-Spirituality Workshop
2023-04-29 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Meditation Room @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
An opportunity to (1) ground in gratitude for Life on Earth, (2) feel deeply into the suffering we experience personally and on behalf of other people and beings in the web of life, (3) get a fresh vision for our world and our purposes, (4) cultivate motivation and energy for action.
Co-facilitated by Dr. Laura Hake and Rev. Dr. Ian Mevorach
FREE and Open to the Public
Part of Earth Day All Around Natick
Sign up here! https://forms.gle/B9X1jPNiSUfZSTGf8

Early Morning Prayer
2023-05-01 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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Coffee With a Purpose
2023-05-01 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
2023-05-01 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 every first and third Monday of the month. FREE. No registration required.

For more information, please email weronika.zawora@gmail.com

Council Meeting
2023-05-01 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
The Common Street Council meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 7pm.
If you have questions, or would like to discuss something with the council, please email us at council@commonstreet.org
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