Common Street Spiritual Center

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-01-24 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-01-29 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.
Classes are $10. Meets every Mon and Wed morning at 7:30am.
More info at www.energymatters2u.com

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-01-24 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-01-26 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-01-29 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

Adult Ballet
2024-01-24 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-01-26 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MA

Beginner Ballet
2024-01-24 19:00 - 20:15 (America/New_York) | MA

A Course in Miracles
2024-01-24 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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Men's Wisdom Council
2024-01-25 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.
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Tea, Pray, Knit
2024-01-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Meeting Room of CSSC
Afternoon tea and refreshments accompanied by interfaith devotions and handwork, such as knitting, embroidery, needlepoint, coloring. Join us for spiritual and material refreshment!

Conscious Kundalini Yoga
2024-01-25 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
2024-01-25 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | MA

Full Moon Gathering
2024-01-25 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Join Jean of Sound Mind and Body as we gather to acknowledge the first Full Moon of 2024. We meet in the Moon Room at the Common Street Spiritual Center, on January 25th at 6:30pm

Come with an intention for the new year along a yoga mat, blankets and pillows as you will be resting for most of the event. Bring a favorite mug as we will conclude our evening with tea to honor our time together as we offer up our intentions to the universe.

I look forward to sharing my love for Sound with you.

Pre-registration is required: https://soundmindandbody.us/events/

Mohanji Meditations
2024-01-25 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.

Energy Balancing
2024-01-26 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
A combination of practices will be introduced to improve the balance of energy for body, mind and spirit. The approaches include breathing exercises, spontaneous movement, recognizing and balancing pulses in the body, sound healing, and meditations.

Intro to Qi Gong
2024-01-27 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.

LifeResults Core Info Session -- Online
2024-01-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Ready to break free from old patterns and see what’s actually possible for your your life? The LifeResults Core seminar may be just what you need.
Join us for this free 1-hour information session to learn more about the seminar, scheduled for March 1-3, 2024.

This is your opportunity to:
* Get the inside scoop on what this seminar is about and why we’re bringing it to the spiritual center
* Hear real-life experiences from a panel of past graduates and ask them all of your questions
* Determine whether attending the LifeResults Core seminar is right for you

Register in advance at https://us02web.zoom.us/…/tZYude2rqzooGtBDedQuKe04T…
You will receive the link to join upon registration.

Bollywood Dance Workout
2024-01-27 13:15 - 14:15 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 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

Bollywood Dance for Kids
2024-01-27 14:30 - 15:30 (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

Dance to Overcome Cancer
2024-01-27 19:30 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Join DJ Prince for an evening of music and dancing, light refreshments, and raising awareness about cancer.
Music from the 70s, 80s, and today.
Suggested donation $10

Open Circle Gathering
2024-01-28 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

Ayurvedic Guidance for Dryness, Sleep, Gas, Bloating and Immunity
2024-01-28 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | MA
“Ayurvedic Guidance for Dryness, Sleep, Gas, Bloating and Immunity”
From an Ayurvedic perspective on these conditions, we will explore:
-The root causes of dryness, gas, bloating, and irregular stools
– Potential complications and associated health issues arising from these conditions within the body
-Ayurvedic strategies encompassing food choices, meal combinations, lifestyle adjustments, and holistic practices to alleviate these conditions
-Discover how to adapt to seasonal, climatic, and age-related changes by implementing tailored practices to mitigate these symptoms effectively.

Thursday January 18th from 6:30 to 8 pm.
Sunday January 28th from 11 am to 1 pm.

This is a free event.
To register, email nina.fine@myselfclub.com
The first 3 registered participants will get complimentary 20-minute consultations via Zoom any day between January 19th and February 29th.
Message from AyD. Nina Fine: “It’s finally time. I’m thrilled and prepared to share the wealth of Ayurvedic knowledge I’ve gathered over the past seven years. This journey is a significant part of my spiritual path. My life’s purpose revolves around assisting individuals in achieving greater health, inner and outer beauty, and spiritual wellness through the guiding principles of Ayurveda.

Seven Sacred Talking Circles: Indigenous Wisdom from Within
2024-01-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
In honor of one of the primary principles of a Talking Circle, to be able to look into each persons’ eyes, we are holding space for 20 people at the most. You are welcome to sign up for as many, or as few, as you are called to and your schedule allows. It’s okay to over or under register and come back to the form and add or subtract a registration. If a Circle is filled you will be put on a wait list and be notified of that status, and you will be notified when a space opens. You should also expect an email a week or so ahead of time to confirm your registration. This will help ensure people on the wait list can get a spot that may have become available.

Register here: https://forms.gle/WK2jpJjKGkWNVAKf9

Sun, Jan 28 – Truth
Sun, Feb 11 – Humility
Sun, Feb 25 – Respect
Sun, Mar 10 – Love
Sun, Mar 24 – Courage
Sun, Apr 7 – Honesty
Sun, Apr 21 – Wisdom

The Seven topics are Seven Sacred Indigenous topics. How the Circle moves and what comes forth individually and collectively will be a result of who shows up on any given date. Each Circle will hold its own magic and connection to what is already embedded in you. Come and explore life through an Indigenous lens. You may be pleasantly surprised by what you find out about life and how you are called to walk in it!

Once the Seven Circles are complete, we intend to host a collective integration on Zoom where all participants can come on to share how things are moving, or have moved, since they participated in one or more of the gatherings. It promises to be a beautiful experience!

Wuniish – A gift and blessing to all from Medicine Story

Meal Prep Class and Plant Based Dinner
2024-01-28 16:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | kitchen, 15 Common Street, Natick, MA
Learn how to whip up delicious and nutritious plant-based meals in our hands-on cooking class, perfect for meal prep enthusiasts!
Plant Based Meal Prep Cooking Class
Join us for an exciting and hands-on cooking experience at our Plant Based Meal Prep Cooking Class ! Learn how to create delicious and nutritious plant-based meals that are not only good for your health but also for the environment. Our expert chefs will guide you through the process of preparing easy and flavorful plant-based dishes that you can incorporate into your daily routine.
During this interactive class, you’ll discover the benefits of a plant-based diet and gain valuable tips on meal planning and prepping. From chopping veggies to sautéing, you’ll get hands-on experience in creating a variety of plant-based dishes. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just curious about incorporating more plant-based options into your diet, this class is perfect for you!
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to expand your culinary skills and learn how to create delicious plant-based meals. Reserve your spot now for our Plant Based Meal Prep Cooking Class !

Fundraiser for Civilians of Gaza
2024-01-28 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Please join us in our mission to fund-raise for a community facing hunger, displacement, and war.
There will be live music, local artists selling works to benefit the fundraiser, and fresh baked goods available to purchase. $10 suggested donation at the door.
The money made from this event will go towards supporting the innocent civilians of Gaza.
There is no room in this event for hate, so if you have nothing positive to add we kindly ask you not to attend.
If you are interested in being one of the vendors for this event, please reach out and we will find you a spot! Please remember that if you are a vendor at this event that the money made is to support the fundraiser. Thank you and I hope to see many of you there.
Interested in vending? A musician or musical group wanting to perform? Please email Seb at Email Seb at sebpressler@gmail.com.
All are welcome to donate baked goods for the bake sale table (please include ingredient list if home made).

If you cannot make it, please donate online here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/common-street-spiritual-center/gaza-relief-fundraiser
This is not a political statement. This is a community-based effort to relieve suffering brought upon by atrocities committed by governments and the collateral damage inflicted upon innocent civilians. Please bring your positive energy and intent of well-being and support. This is an initiative brought about by love, peace, and concern for our fellow beings.
