Common Street Spiritual Center

Chanting and Meditation Group
2026-02-03 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-02-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
This chanting and meditation group is designed to tap into our inner freedom. We will have two 15 minute sessions of chanting and two 30 minute sessions of meditation. Through the actions of chanting and meditation, the aim is to free all the thoughts and emotions stuck within our minds and bodies. And over time, the goal is to free ourselves from our unconscious programming we have built over our lifetimes and deepen our connection with Spirit.

The event is free and open to the community. Donations are welcome but not required and can be sent via Venmo to @Emmanuel-Weinman or by cash.

For any questions or comments, please contact Emmanuel Krishna by email: emanwman@gmail.com or phone: 978-578-9707

Gentle Jaguar Path Yoga
2026-02-04 07:30 - 08:30, 2026-02-06 07:30 - 08:30, 2026-02-09 07:30 - 08:30, 2026-02-11 07:30 - 08:30, 2026-02-13 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.
Suggested donation $10. Meets every Mon, Wed, and Fri morning at 7:30am.
More info at www.energymatters2u.com

Adult Ballet
2026-02-04 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-06 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-11 09:30 - 11:00

Beginner Ballet
2026-02-04 19:00 - 20:15, 2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:15

A Course in Miracles (Virtual)
2026-02-04 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-02-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Online
A Course in Miracles was channeled by Jesus in the 60’s to a Columbia University medical school faculty member, perhaps to help us remember the message he came to teach when he walked on this earth.
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.
We meet by ZOOM, every Wednesday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
ZOOM LINK: https://commonstreet.zoom.us/j/96121486527?pwd=[REDACTED]

Modern/Jazz Dance Class
2026-02-05 09:30 - 11:00, 2026-02-12 09:30 - 11:00

Mohanji Meditations
2026-02-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Meeting Room of CSSC
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.

Bollywood Dance Workout
2026-02-07 11:45 - 12:45 | 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.thebollywooddance.com/booking-calendar/bollyx-in-natick?referral=service_list_widget

Tantra Speed Dating
2026-02-07 17:30 - 20:30 | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Join the revolution in speed dating with a 94% connection rate in over 50+ cities! Meet singles and ignite connections through engaging, chemistry-building games.
We’ll guide you through up to 20 facilitated dates, eliminating the awkward small talk and sparking genuine connections!
For more information or to watch videos of the event, visit: https://www.tantrany.com/tantra-speed-date/?region=nat&aff=6NATcssc

Sufi Zikr and Whirling
2026-02-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Join us for a magical experience of Mevlevi Sufi dancing and singing in celebration of Divine Presence. For over forty years, the Mevlevi Order of America has offered gatherings with music, poetry and dervish whirling and chanting. We will lead a Zikr practice in the tradition of Rumi.

The Mevlevi tradition hearkens back to Sufi master Rumi (1207-1273), who has become the best-selling poet in America. Rumi’s poetry is filled with a longing for God the Friend and the Beloved. His realization expressed the Source of all religions and spiritual paths, the Way of Love, that unites those of many cultures and traditions.

‘Zikhr’, a Sufi chanting practice, means ‘Remembrance of God’. It awakens us from the state of forgetfulness, forgetting why one has come to Earth. It is a channel opener which helps with attaining true knowledge.

The musicians will share devotional music played on traditional instruments. Everyone attending a Zikr is a participant; as the gathering unfolds, all are tuned, by the music and language of the Heart, to the baraka (blessing)-filled atmosphere of love.

“When a human being performs zikr, their spirit—their heart starts to open. Their intelligence becomes more refined and more expansive. Their bodies become healthier. A beautiful condition comes about—similar to the one that is brought about by good music. The whole being opens up like a flower, and the divine secret—the things you couldn’t understand or know about before—begin to be revealed to you.”
Suleyman Hayati Dede, founder of the Mevlevi Order of America

Suggested donation: $20+ (cash or Venmo at the door)
Advance registration:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sufi-zikr-and-whirling-tickets-1979468882714?aff=oddtdtcreator

About Mevlevi Order of America:
http://hayatidede.org/aboutmoa

Intro to Qi Gong
2026-02-08 08:00 - 09:00 | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Intro to Qi Gong
How to cultivate balance in body and mind and improve your life energy (Qi)
Time: Sundays 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 Fellowship Hall downstairs. Enter through the school street door and come downstairs 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.

Open Circle Gathering
2026-02-08 10:30 - 12:00
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!

The Turning Practice of The Whirling Dervishes
2026-02-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Moon Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
All are welcome. No experience necessary. From the tradition of the great love poet Rumi, these classes provide instruction in the whirling practice which polishes the heart, clears the mind, and trains the body to participate in wordless prayer.
The format of the classes will usually include warm-up exercises, then turning instruction, Zikr, and/or other aspects of Mevlevi Sufi tradition such as teachings from Rumi.
First class by donation. There is a fee for ongoing classes, however, a tight budget should not prevent participation.
Contact vnkpayton@gmail.com for more information, or if in doubt about cancellation due to weather.

Natick Dance Showcase
2026-02-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
A juried showcase that features talented amateur, semi-pro and professional dancers from across the New England region. The event is open to the public and welcomes all ages to attend (this is a family-friendly show). Dance styles can range from traditional cabaret-style belly dance to modern theatrical styles of dance. The show typically includes 16 performances that can be solo artists, duets, or troupes. The music is exotic, the costumes are dazzling and the dancers are mesmerizing as they create poetry in motion before your eyes.
$10 per audience member, kids 12 and under are free
Hosted by Dave Curry
3-4 times yearly, typically on a Sunday, 6:30pm to 8:30pm (setup starts at 5pm)

Mindful Monday - Virtual
2026-02-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Meeting
Join us for an 8 week meditative journey of renewal featuring gentle breath-work and the healing resonance of Tibetan singing bowls.
There are two ways to join:

Virtual (Zoom): 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Registration form: https://forms.gle/SbztvKW4texrewKeA

In-Person: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Common Street Spiritual Center, Studio

Registration form: https://forms.gle/gda5WN73Zuu9eUzy9

Whether you’re a seasoned meditator or just starting out, all are welcome.
email whitefeatherhealing44@gmail.com for more information or to receive the Zoom link.

Mindful Monday - In-person
2026-02-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Studio @ Common Street, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Join us for an 8 week meditative journey of renewal featuring gentle breath-work and the healing resonance of Tibetan singing bowls.
There are two ways to join:

In-Person: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Common Street Spiritual Center, Studio

Registration form: https://forms.gle/gda5WN73Zuu9eUzy9

Virtual (Zoom): 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Registration form: https://forms.gle/SbztvKW4texrewKeA

Whether you’re a seasoned meditator or just starting out, all are welcome.
email whitefeatherhealing44@gmail.com for more information or to receive the Zoom link.

Yoga in the Sanctuary
2026-02-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Sanctuary at Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Join Dr. Jennifer Kurz every Monday night from 7-8 pm for Yoga in the Sanctuary. This medium paced vinyasa flow will strengthen and energize as well as promote flexibility and balance. We will also experience inner peace by the closing meditation called Shivasana. Please bring a mat and water bottle, and this community class meets in the beautiful sanctuary of the Common Street Spiritual Center in Natick, MA. The cost per class is $15 or a food pantry donation (the pantry is located outside the center). See you on Monday night for Yoga in the Sanctuary!
Yoga is a practice that unites the mind and body. In fact, yoga means “to yoke” or unite. It is an ancient healing practice that is both physical and spiritual, incorporating postures, breath, and meditation. Yoga heals! From numerous forms of trauma, anxiety, and physical stiffness, yoga provides relief and builds a strong physical and spiritual core.
What: Yoga Class: medium paced vinyasa flow
Where: Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, MA
When: 7-8 pm on Monday nights (no class on federal holidays)
Cost: $15 or food pantry donation (located at center)
Venmo: Jennifer-Kurz-2
Email: Doctorjenkurz@gmail.com
Instagram: @yogadoc_

Tuesday morning devotions
2026-02-10 09:00 - 10:00
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
To receive the event link, please contact Fran Pollitt at francespollitt@gmail.com

Amparo Session
2026-02-11 19:00 - 21:30 | Choir Room @ Common Street Spiritual Center, 13 Common Street, Natick, 01760, United States
Welcome to the Amparo Session, a voluntary initiative designed to offer emotional support, energy cleansing, and spiritual guidance. Our goal is to help you find balance, clarity, and well-being in a warm and supportive environment.
Sessions take place every 15 days, on Wednesdays, starting at 7 PM (19:00), at 13 Common St, Natick, MA (Common Street Spiritual Center).
This event is completely free.
Please remember to register in order to participate. Access the registration link to join the WhatsApp group and receive the Google Form to participate.
Unfortunately, due to the limited number of people working, we also have a limit on how many participants we can attend. For this reason, it is very important that everyone registers in advance.
Please arrive on time to join the opening prayer and energy cleansing, which are essential parts of the experience.

Death Café - A space for open, respectful conversations about death
2026-02-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Meeting Room of CSSC
What is a Death Café?

A Death Café is a facilitated gathering where people come together to talk openly about death, dying, and mortality.
The goal is to increase awareness of death in order to help people make the most of their lives.

There is no set agenda. Conversation is participant-led and guided by curiosity, listening, and mutual respect.

What a Death Café Is
•A welcoming, confidential space for conversation
•A place to share thoughts, questions, stories, and reflections about death
•Open to anyone, regardless of beliefs or background
•Based on respect, listening, and equality among participants
•A non-commercial space – no products, services, or businesses will be promoted

What a Death Café Is Not
•Not grief counseling or group therapy
•Not a support group
•Not a place for medical, legal, or financial advice
•Not affiliated with any religion, ideology, or belief system
•Not about persuading others how to think or feel
•Not a venue for promotion of any business or service

A Brief History
Death Café originated in 2004 with Swiss sociologist Bernard Crettaz, who created informal gatherings called Cafés Mortels.
In 2011, Jon Underwood brought the concept to the UK, where it became known as Death Café.
Since then, Death Cafés have spread worldwide as a grassroots movement, held in homes, libraries, cafés, community centers, and online.

What to Expect
•Open conversation
•A respectful, non-judgmental atmosphere
•Tea and cookies will be served

This is purely a conversational space, with no intention to sell, persuade, or lead participants to any particular conclusion.

https://www.truthdig.com/articles/preparing-to-meet-your-maker-plus-cake-the-life-of-a-death-cafe/
