Intro to Qi Gong
2024-06-15 08:00 - 09:00, 2024-06-22 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
2024-06-15 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

Bhumika Arts Annual Recital
2024-06-15 13:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Annual Bharatanatyam recital of the students and teachers of Bhumika Arts.

Rite of the Womb - Summer Solstice Celebration
2024-06-15 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Rite of the Womb has been happening at Common Street Spiritual Center every 3rd Saturday of the month for 19 months.
And it is the second Summer Solstice we will celebrate as a women’s mind-liked community.

I invite all the women from the New England Area to get together and celebrate one of the most powerful energies of the year, the summer solstice because the North hemisphere receives a lot of sun energy.

We will be gathering in a circle to consecrate Cacao, making shamanic offerings in honor for summer energies, talking about the Maiden archetype, and talking about Sacred Sexuality.

Sexual energy is the creative energy that brings life to Earth. Join us to discover new perspectives on this subject and to bring your opinion to add on our group.
All women are welcome
Age 16+

Remember to bring with you snacks for sharing during our circle and a red object for our altar.
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/921247123947?aff=oddtdtcreator
for any question please reach outcontact@milladalbem.com

Open Circle Gathering
2024-06-16 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

Real Expressions Show
2024-06-16 13:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
The Real Expressions, plays their first hometown show in Natick! An excellent way to tribute Dad on Father’s Day.

Come kick back and listen to some classic rock songs along with some originals.

Special guest Poet Mountain opens the show @ 1:30pm. Band plays starting at 2pm.

Doors open at 1PM.

Check out our FB page (formerly The Regular Expressions) with clips from recent shows.

Free with suggested donation. All proceeds go to benefit the CSSC (Venmo: @commonstreet)

Understanding Blame and Shame & How to Work Through Them
2024-06-16 15:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Title: Understanding Blame and Shame and how to Work Through Them.
Presenter: Glenn C. Koenig
Description: An afternoon workshop running under 2 hours, consisting of a
talk with slides and exercises for participants, with a time for questions &
answers at the conclusion.
Date & Time: Sunday, June 16th, 3:00 PM
Location: Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA
01760, in the Moon Room.
Cost: Free
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-blame-and-shame-and-how-to-work-through-them-tickets-920560109067
Recommended for: Anyone of any background
Invitation: Why do we often blame each other or ourselves? Where does
shame come from and why is it so often difficult to overcome? In this
workshop we will look at the origin of these feelings from a new perspective
as we seek to understand the role they play in our lives. This workshop
includes a presentation along with some simple exercises in which you are
welcome to participate. So bring your curiosity, your sense of humor, and
let’s explore together.

Early Morning Prayer
2024-06-17 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
https://commonstreet.zoom.us/j/92839180266

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2024-06-17 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-06-19 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
2024-06-17 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-06-19 07:30 - 08:30, 2024-06-21 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
2024-06-17 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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Open Book Bible Study
2024-06-17 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Join us for a non-dogmatic, open-minded, and spiritual approach to reading the Bible. People of all faiths and spiritual paths are welcome. Facilitated by Spiritual Center director Rev. Dr. Ian Mevorach.
https://commonstreet.zoom.us/j/98792067496

Meditation Mondays
2024-06-17 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

Yoga in the Sanctuary
2024-06-17 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Yoga in the Sanctuary with Dr. Jen Kurz: This moderate level vinyasa class can improve strength, balance, and well-being through yoga postures, breath, and sound.
The class meets in the sanctuary and is a beautiful way to attend to your physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Donations are welcome and all proceeds support our Common Purse fund, so it is also a charitable form of yoga!
Suggested donation $10-15, cash or venmo @commonstreet
Meets every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month.
www.doctorjenkurz.com
www.finerprogram.org

Yoga in the Sanctuary
2024-06-17 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Yoga in the Sanctuary with Dr. Jen Kurz: This moderate level vinyasa class can improve strength, balance, and well-being through yoga postures, breath, and sound.
The class meets in the sanctuary and is a beautiful way to attend to your physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Donations are welcome and all proceeds support our Common Purse fund, so it is also a charitable form of yoga!
Suggested donation $10-15, cash or venmo @commonstreet
Spring 2024 Schedule (Mondays from 7-8pm)
Jan 8, 22
Feb 5, 26
Mar 4, 18
Apr 1, 15, 29
May 6, 13
June 3, 17
www.doctorjenkurz.com
www.finerprogram.org

Tuesday morning devotions
2024-06-18 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
2024-06-19 09:30 - 11:00, 2024-06-21 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)

Reading Frederick Douglass
2024-06-19 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
You know Frederick Douglass, but are you familiar with his 1852 speech, “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” Join us to hear this powerful speech read aloud by members of our own community. Historian and Natick resident Brenna Greer will offer an introduction to the speech and facilitate dialogue afterwards. Coffee and snacks will be served.
This event will take place on Juneteenth (Wednesday, June 19) at the Common Street Spiritual Center. The reading will be filmed by local cable station, Natick Pegasus.
Head over to the common to celebrate Juneteenth with all of Natick @ 1pm. More information here.
This event is free and open to the public, co-hosted by the Natick Historical Society and Natick for Black Lives Matter. Please bring your own chair or blanket.
Please note that the reader list is full! If you would like to be on a waitlist, please sign up here. Readers under 18 are encouraged to print and sign, along with a parent/guardian, this release form from Natick Pegasus.
Funding from Mass Humanities has been provided through the Massachusetts Cultural Council.

Beginner Ballet
2024-06-19 19:00 - 20:15 (America/New_York)

A Course in Miracles
2024-06-19 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
2024-06-20 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York)

Call of Love Yoga
2024-06-20 18:00 - 19:15 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Call of Love Yoga
Hear channeled sources of Love and align with Oneness
Thursdays, June 6th – June 27th
Common Street Spiritual Center, Natick, MA
6 – 7:15 pm
Donations welcome. Cash or Venmo: @Judith-Thapa
Experience heart centered meditation, breathwork, gentle to moderate yoga poses, guided deep relaxation and sources of love channeled into healing frequencies
Judy O’Leary Thapa is a channel, energy healer, yoga teacher and yoga therapist. She has certifications in Sivananda yoga, Prenatal yoga, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy (Pryt.com) and with the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT.org). Judy has over twenty years of experience teaching students of all ages.
Varunayoga.com / 617-417-4386 for yoga therapy and energy healing sessions.
Testimonials:
With Judy’s loving guidance, I had a profound experience of my body being filled with light. It was a heart opening and healing experience that has been an anchor through healing from injury and loss.”
~ Nia (Movement instructor)
“ Judy is a fantastic yoga instructor! I love how Judy guides you through every movement during your stretching to make sure you’re in the right position for your body. And then, she separates you from whatever was on your mind by getting you to focus on the here and now. “
~ Yoga participant at Project Comeback’s programming for veterans and rescued horses

Mohanji Meditations
2024-06-20 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.

Joyful Juicy Life workshop
2024-06-21 19:00 - 20:15 (America/New_York) | Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
An evening of playful interactive exercises for building a more joyful juicy life. We will share treasured memories, practice presence, gratitude, somatics, laughter & more!
(Dress comfortably for mild movement)
