FALL INTO YOGA: Early Fall Intensive with Annie Hoffman
Tuesday-Friday, September 7-10, 7-9am
Get a jump start on taking your yoga to the next level. This 4-morning series will offer 8 hours of carefully sequenced, detailed asana practice that will set a solid foundation for your fall practice. All families of asana will be covered
$120, $35 drop-in ~ open to students of all levels

Open House ~ All Welcome!
THE YOGA OF ENERGY FLOW Yoga Teacher Training
Wednesday, September 8, 7:30pm - free!
Join us for an informal Q & A about the upcoming 200/500 hour Yoga Alliance-approved yoga teacher training programs starting in September at the Arlington Center. Meet teachers and graduates, join us for some yoga, and enjoy the refreshments to follow. The 200 hour program begins at the Center on September 17th, the 500 hour program on September 24th. The core study in the 200-hour Teacher Training is vinyasa flow yoga in which breath, movement and asana are combined with correct alignment and sequence into a transformational practice. Students will leave this training fully prepared to teach vinyasa style yoga classes and will have a comprehensive understanding of yoga asana, pranayama, anatomy of yoga, hands-on assists, shiatsu/thai bodywork, yogic philosophy, and meditation techniques. The Yoga of Energy Flow 500-hour Teacher Training will bring all the aspects of yoga to more profound places of experience, understanding, and application for teachers and interested students alike. We will focus particularly on Yoga as Therapy, basing our studies around yoga as a healing art. The Yoga Of Energy Flow program is directed by Daniel Orlansky with Liz Owen, and features guest faculty including Douglas Keller, Carrie Tyler, and Chip Hartranft. For more details, please click on the links above - you can also email Daniel or call him at 866-702-6197

TGIF DRUM JAM: An Open Monthly Circle led by Comma Williams
Friday, September 10, 7:30-9:30pm
Release the tensions of the week; Relax into the joy of rhythm; Refresh your energy for the weekend! Join us in a circle of unlimited rhythm possibilities, letting the magic of the drum guide you to self-expression. This circle, which meets on the 2nd Friday of the month, will be primarily improvisational, with some facilitated experiences to help us connect as community and unleash our collective creativity. Bring a drum or rhythm instrument if you have one - some extra drums/percussion will be provided. All are welcome - no experience necessary - come prepared to have fun! $10 or class card at the door - no makeups

THE ARTIST'S WAY: An Introduction with Kim Childs
Saturday, September 11, 2:30-4pm
If you feel there are dreams and creative projects you'd like to pursue or revisit, join Kim Childs for an introduction to The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron. Kim will use exercises from this popular book to inspire and guide you to a life that reflects your passions, authentic tastes, and individual expression. Please wear comfortable clothing, and bring a journal or notebook. Note: this workshop is not an art class, but it will make your life more colorful. $18 or class card ~ no makeups ~ all are welcome

FACING FEAR: An Evening with True Story Theater
Saturday, September 11, 7:30pm
How do we come to terms with fear? All of us have some, whether personal (e.g., health issues, financial worries, fear of flying in airplanes) or wider world (e.g., climate change, the economy, political, terrorism). How have others learned to master their fears or at least cope with them? Come learn from others experience and be entertained by theatrical interpretations on this juicy issue. True Story Theater, an Arlington-based improvisational theater company, invites you to share what's on your mind and in your heart. This troupe of skilled listeners will honor each personal experience told by audience volunteers through the power of improvisational drama, music, and movement. The stories shared will be magically brought to life. Bring a friend, share a special story, or just come to watch and enjoy! $15 or class card at door ~ $10 for students/elders/low income ~ all are welcome

TESHUVAH & TRANSFORMATION: An Embodied Approach To The Jewish High Holidays with Josh Schreiber
Sunday, September 12, 10:30-1
Q: What does the Feldenkrais Method have in common with the ritual confession of sin?
A: An understanding that on the one hand, our past actions hold a great deal of power over our future experiences, while on the other, we ourselves have a great deal of power over our habits—provided we are aware of them.
Much of the point of the High Holidays is to make a change in ourselves, as we seek to leave the old year behind with all its 'sins' and free ourselves to move forward with a clearer image of our best selves. We call this change teshuvah, which, loosely translated, means ‘return’—traditionally referring to return to the ethical behavior and God, but also to living in spiritual harmony with God and the world in which we live.  Somewhat like the High Holidays, the Feldenkrais Method is concerned with changing habits. On the surface it might seem to be about habits of physical movement, but Moshe Feldenkrais recognized that there is less separation between the habits of the body and the habits of the mind than we might think. This workshop will take a look at some of the core themes of the High Holiday liturgy through the concrete experience of Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement® explorations. No prior experience of Judaism or the Feldenkrais Method is required. $28 or class card x 2
Josh Schreiber Shalem is a lay cantor and certified Feldenkrais® practitioner.  He will be leading Kol Nidrei services this year at Havurat Shalom in Somerville

CHANGES FOCUSING GROUP
with Joan Klagsbrun, Susan Lennox, & others
Sunday, September 12, 2-4pm
Focusing is a mind/body/spirit process developed by Eugene Gendlin to access the body’s innate wisdom and cultivate compassion towards oneself and others. Focusing is useful for decision-making, clarifying life issues, moving past blocks, enhancing creativity, deepening spirituality, and knowing oneself more deeply in each moment. This monthly drop-in group provides an opportunity for both those new to Focusing, as well as experienced Focusers, to practice within a supportive community. Newcomers will have an opportunity to be taught the Focusing process. Learn more about Focusing and our local Focusing events at NewEnglandFocusing.com. $8 at the door

MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION
A Psychoeducational Skills Training Workshop
Led by Christopher Germer, PhD
8 Wednesdays, September 15 - November 10, 7:30-9:30pm
No meeting on October 20
How would you feel if somebody told you that you were "average"—average looking, average intelligence, average talent? Most probably it would hurt your feelings and affect your self-esteem. In our culture, we're taught we need to be exceptional and we're hard on ourselves when we're not: "You're so stupid!" "What a loser!" "No one will love you." Sound familiar? We all do that to some extent. But what would happen if you were kind to yourself—at least as kind as you are to others—when you notice the ways you're less-than-perfect?
And how do you respond to life's problems—work pressure, illness, rejection, overdue bills? In difficult situations, it's easy for us to become overwhelmed with strong emotions such as fear, anger, sadness, or shame. Then we amplify our stress by telling ourselves: "This is not supposed to be happening to me!" But what if you took a different approach, accepting that "this is happening" while reminding yourself that all people have their struggles? What if you took a moment to soothe and comfort yourself when life becomes difficult, rather than troubling yourself further. In other words, what if you learned the art of mindful self-compassion?
Self-compassion is a skill that can be learned by anyone. It involves generating kindness and respect toward ourselves as imperfect humans, and learning to be present with the inevitable struggles of life with greater ease. This workshop will provide simple tools for responding in a kind, compassionate way whenever we suffer, fail, or feel inadequate. We all want to avoid pain, but letting it in—and responding compassionately to our own imperfections without judgment or self-blame—are essential steps toward living happier, more fulfilling lives.
This program is being developed by Kristin Neff, PhD, a pioneering researcher in the field of self-compassion (www.Self-Compassion.org), and Christopher Germer, PhD, a clinical psychologist who specializes in the integration of mindfulness and psychotherapy (www.MindfulSelfCompassion.org). It consists of eight weekly 2 hour sessions in a classroom/discussion group format, plus a 6-hour mindful self-compassion retreat on April 24.
The workshop is based on the therapeutic principles and practices described in Chris Germer's book, The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion, and Kristin Neff's soon-to-be-released Self-Compassion: How to Let Go of Self-Esteem and Find True Happiness.
You'll learn: how to stop being so hard on yourself •how to handle disturbing emotions with greater ease •how to motivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism •how to transform your relationships, both old and new •mindfulness and self-compassion exercises for everyday life •the theory and research behind mindful self-compassion •how to become your own best teacher.
All participants are expected to attend in the entire course and to practice mindful self-compassion at least 30 minutes per day for the duration of the program. Since this is a pilot project, the fee is substantially reduced to $200. In exchange, participants will be asked to complete a few outcome measures at the beginning and the end of the program, and to provide written feedback after each session. The workshop is open to anyone over 18. For details & registration, please contact Chris Germer via email or call 781-641-2744

Special Event!
BURNING DESIRE: Dharma, God & The Path of Recovery
An evening program with Kevin Griffin
Thursday, September 16, 8-10pm
A Burning Desire is a gift for those who struggle with the Twelve Step program's focus on the need to surrender to a Higher Power. Taking a radical departure from traditional views of God, Western or Eastern, author Kevin Griffin neither accepts Christian beliefs in a Supreme Being nor Buddhist non-theism, but rather forges a refreshing, sensible, and accessible Middle Way. Griffin shows how the Dharma, the teachings of the Buddha, can be understood as a Higher Power. Suggested donation $10 or class card
Kevin Griffin is a Buddhist author, teacher, and innovator in the field of addiction treatment. The insight and intimacy of his teaching have made him a leader in the mindful recovery movement

THE YOGA OF ENERGY FLOW with Daniel Orlansky
Friday-Sunday, September 17-19 ~ view details

BREATHWORK with Samvedam Bettina Randles, Dipl Psych, LMHC
Saturday, September 18, 2-4pm
Use the transformative power of the breath to still the mind, clear the emotions, and deeply relax your body. This will  help you create a more conscious connection to your spirit! Join us for an introductory class. $35 or class card x 2 + $5
Samvedam Randles is a psychologist and nationally certified body worker with 25 years of experience teaching breath work. To learn more go to www.innerartsinstitute.com

KIRTAN with Shubalananda & Ashley plus special guests
Saturday, September 18, 7pm
The singing of kirtan goes back thousands of years in India. Created by ancient rishis from the seed mantras of the Vedas, the sounds are designed to resonate with your chakras to help move the energy up your spine. The rishis set phrases like Om Namah Shivaya or Sita Ram to simple melodies and sang them. As powerful as it is, kirtan is effortless and incredibly enjoyable! We’ll sing the kirtan, call and response style, over and over, with more and more bhava (spiritual emotion or soul - think Ray Charles) until the singers enter higher planes of consciousness. The wonderful thing about kirtan is that it is fun. Other forms of spiritual practice, or sadhana, can be strenuous, but kirtan just flows from everyone’s connection to music. Even those who feel they do not have a good voice discover themselves singing on pitch, in time. Singing these Sanskrit seed mantras is an excellent way to discover your true voice. Shubalananda (Larry Kopp) has been leading kirtan for many years, having studied with Neem Karoli Baba, Sathya Sai Baba, Karunamayi and currently Shree Maa. His guitar and harmonium playing and his voice of experience gives his kirtan a power and a bhava that is shared with all who join him. Come and experience this easy, happy, and deep form of Sadhana, and find out more at www.shubalananda.com. Free/donation

THE YOGA OF ENERGY FLOW 500Hr with Daniel Orlansky
Friday-Sunday, September 24-26 ~ view details

BODIES OF CHANGE: Women In The Wisdom Years
with Carol Densmore, CNM, MEd & Annie Hoffman
Saturday, September 25, 2-6pm
This afternoon is an invitation to share your experience of aging and menopause to begin to create a new paradigm of health, vitality, and power for this stage of life. We live in the midst of a culture that glorifies youth and is often blind to the rich treasures available from elders, particularly older women. The changes women experience are reduced to a pathological constellation of symptoms. These symptoms, however, are not simply signs of degeneration. They are our body's messengers requesting our attention. They alert us to find new ways to care for ourselves, to let go of what we no longer need, and embrace new, more grounded ways of being in the world. This workshop will honor your journey, fan your creative fires and cool your flashes. You will find tools to nourish your changing body and listen to your inner sage. Sharing experience in a supportive group of women generates new strength and respect for our collective wisdom. We will: Practice yoga sequences to sooth stress and maintain strength ~ Drink herbal teas to nourish vitality and support balance in our bodies and our lives ~ Engage creative energy in a hands-on project to envision a new path ~ Use guiding questions to journal and share reflections. Whether your journey is just beginning or you are well on your way, this workshop will support you in making new meaning in the midst of life changes, offer tools to provide nourishment and strength, and create a circle of women to walk with you. $45 or class card x 3

AFRICAN HEALING DANCE with Wyoma featuring Live Music!
Partial proceeds to benefit Sini Sanuman to end FGM
Saturday, September 25, 7:30-10:30pm
Until the lion has his own historian, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter—Ghanian proverb
Join Wyoma for an evening of African Dance and guided movement meditation! With free dance, song, story-telling and truth-telling we'll cultivate awareness of the mind body spirit connection and explore the human and divine forces of nature with an open heart. Come together with others to celebrate the gift of your being on this journey home to the true self. Ashe! (Yoruba: Amen, Blessed be!)
$15 or class card at door
Wyoma is a master teacher and dance performance artist of traditional African, Caribbean, and Brazilian dance. She is the creator of the bestselling DVD African Healing Dance, used as a teaching tool by schools and libraries in the U.S. and internationally. The Zimbabwean proverb If you can walk you can dance - if you can talk you can sing! exemplifies her unique teaching style and dedication to the development of the whole person

SOUND HEALING CIRCLE with Brad Brockmann & Comma Williams
Sunday, September 26, 7-9pm ~ doors open 6:45, close 7:20
Join us on the last Sunday of the month to explore the transformative healing powers of sound. You will both co-create and receive sound healing, and learn how to improvise music with a healing intention. Bring your favorite instruments or just yourself, your voice and your love. Prior musical or healing experience is welcome but not required. We look forward to seeing you! Suggested donation $5-15

MASSAGE FOR COUPLES with Sandra Daitch
Saturday, October 2, 2-5pm
Come with a friend or your significant other and learn a massage routine for the back, neck, and shoulders. The workshop will include guided relaxation and awareness exercises, lecture, discussion, self massage, demonstration, and supervised practice with your partner. Special attention will be given to selfcare in both giving and receiving roles. $85 per pair ~ please bring 2 sheets & 2 pillows

INNER HEART YOGA JOURNEY for Women with Lynn Roberson
An Inner Journey of Self Love, Inner Wisdom, Healing Power, and Energy Renewal
Saturday, October 2, 2-4:30pm
Come renew, nourish and fill the deep wells of your woman spirit. This inner journey and yoga program will offer gentle and deep practices to help open your heart's compassion, uplift your spirit, empower the flow of core life energy, tap into your woman wisdom consciousness, and touch into the peace and beauty of one's inner sanctuary. Together we will create a circle of compassion and loving kindness, invite our deep feminine power within, and enter our personal inner temples of body, mind, heart and spirit. Through gentle yoga postures, breath practices, compassionate self-awareness, meditation, guided journeys, chant, and relaxation, we will open doors to the power of our inner presence. This workshop is open to women of all levels of yoga exploration, physical health, and ability. Please bring a journal and pen, a scarf or shawl, a rattle, and wear comfortable clothing to move in easily. $28 or class card x 2
Lynn Roberson, LMHC, RYT is a certified yoga teacher, Reiki master, and mental health counselor who integrates traditional and wholistic modalities to support people's life journeys. She has also dedicated over 20 years supporting women's growth, transformation, healing and empowerment. Her upcoming website is pathstowellbeing.com

Dharma Film Series presents UNMISTAKEN CHILD
Saturday, October 2, 7pm
In the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, when an incarnate lama dies, a search ensues for a reincarnation - his replacement. This is an ancient tradition that has been employed many times to identify innumerable, subsequently gifted teachers, including the current Dalai Lama. The quality of the teaching of many such reincarnated lamas cannot be disputed, but is it the identification of these lamas or is it the training that they inevitably receive that makes them great? Or is it both? In this extraordinary non-fiction film, a 26-year-old student (Tenzin Zopa) of the recently deceased Lama Konchog undertakes a 4-year search for his teacher's reincarnation in the beautiful countryside of Nepal. Can we believe this process? Can we believe the result? Does it ultimately matter what we believe if an accomplished teacher results? Like a psychological thriller, Unmistaken Child explores these questions as the tension mounts toward an unforgettable conclusion. Presented with the Institute For Meditation & Psychotherapy
$10 at the door, with free refreshments and post-film discussion, $35/3 CEUs for mental health professionals

CHANGE YOUR INNER TALK, CHANGE YOUR LIFE
with Robert & Christine Gerzon
Sunday, October 3, 2-5pm
We're talking to ourselves every waking moment. How we talk to ourselves creates our experience of the world. Our Inner Talk affects our mood, work performance, self-esteem, health, energy and relationships. In this exciting, potentially life-changing workshop you'll discover how you can use Creative Inner Talk to radically improve the world you live in. Through dramatic live demonstrations, experiential exercises, powerful yet easy-to-learn techniques, and guided meditations, you'll learn how to eliminate the toxic talk that turns you into "your own worst enemy." You'll also learn how to use Creative Inner Talk to increase self-confidence and effectiveness, and how to cultivate a deeper level of spiritual dialogue that helps you connect with the wisdom of your higher self. Participants will receive informative handouts including a copy of the Miracle Method, a 5-step process for turning any problem into an opportunity for personal and spiritual growth. Bring notebook and pen. $38 or class card x 2 + $8
Robert Gerzon, MA, author of the groundbreaking book, Finding Serenity in the Age of Anxiety, draws upon a diverse background in holistic medicine, psychology, philosophy and spirituality. He is a Boston-area psychotherapist and life coach, and a popular speaker who has been interviewed on radio and TV programs including Oprah. Gerzon developed the "Mastering Anxiety" program for Harvard Community Health Plan which helped thousands of people learn to transform anxiety into personal growth. His work has been praised by Deepak Chopra, Larry Dossey and Bernie Siegel
Christine Gerzon is an educator, nationally-recognized workshop leader, life coach and relationship coach. An expert in parenting, school and family issues, she has been interviewed on CNN. More at www.gerzon.com

BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY LECTURE SERIES
Conversations At The Edge
Monday, October 4, 7:45pm
A continuing education seminar for therapists, presented by the Institute For Meditation & Psychotherapy, this monthly lecture series will focus on current themes and issues within the dialogue between Buddhism and psychotherapy. Two continuing education credits (2 CEs) will be offered each evening to psychologists, social workers, licensed mental health counselors, and nurses. $25 at the door, $150 for series
TONIGHT: Connecting in the Moment: Mindfulness-Based Approaches in Couples Therapy with Judi Zoldan, LICSW
Bringing mindfulness into couples work can be a challenge. When a couple is in distress, incompatibilities within the dyad and vulnerabilities within each partner can be easily activated - and ignited. But with practice, couples can learn to free themselves from the grip of intense rage and fear and refrain from self-defeating behaviors. Mindfulness-based approaches allow the body and brain to calm down, creating openings for couples to understand each other better, understand the strong emotions that drive their behavior, and as a result move from impasse to acceptance. Participants will be able to: 1) describe how mindfulness can help couples manage their emotions more effectively, and 2) utilize this approach to help couples create a shift in the way they relate to one another

TGIF DRUM JAM: An Open Monthly Circle led by Comma Williams
Friday, October 8, 7:30-9:30pm
Release the tensions of the week; Relax into the joy of rhythm; Refresh your energy for the weekend! Join us in a circle of unlimited rhythm possibilities, letting the magic of the drum guide you to self-expression. This circle, which meets on the 2nd Friday of the month, will be primarily improvisational, with some facilitated experiences to help us connect as community and unleash our collective creativity. Bring a drum or rhythm instrument if you have one - some extra drums/percussion will be provided. All are welcome - no experience necessary - come prepared to have fun! $10 or class card at the door - no makeups

LEADING THE EXAMINED LIFE: Focusing as a Tool for Self-Inquiry
with Grady McGonagill
Saturday, October 9, 2-5pm, N & S
Plato tells us that Socrates said that "the unexamined life is not worth living." This workshop highlights the practice of Focusing for self-inquiry, based on the work of Eugene Gendlin, another philosopher, later turned psychologist. The underlying premise is that knowing, learning, and behavior change involve more than just conscious intention. They involve an intuitive "felt sense" of what is true now and what needs to happen. The ability to employ this way of knowing can be cultivated and has the potential to be transformative. In this three-hour workshop you will have an opportunity to learn about or deepen your understanding of the practice of Focusing. You will use it to conduct an inquiry into what you know--but don't yet know you know--about something of importance to you. $35 or class card x 2 + $5 ~ $90 for all 3 workshops: Oct 9, Jan 29, Mar 5 ~ more details at NewEnglandFocusing.com

DANCING KIRTAN with DJ Mantra Ji
Saturday, October 9, 8-10pm
Come experience the cutting edge of yoga where the ecstasy of dancing & kirtan come together. A kirtan is call-and-response singing of Sanskrit chants - a dancing kirtan lets you go within or join a guided but freeform path to moving and connecting with others. It’s dancing your bliss! The music is incredible - specially selected from Sanskrit chant to world bliss grooves, and woven into a seamless dance by DJ Mantra Ji. Donations gratefully accepted. Find out more at www.djmantraji.com

NO PAIN, MORE GAIN: Moving From Discomfort To Pleasure With The Feldenkrais Method with Josh Schreiber
Sunday, October 10, 10:30-1
Who among us moves with complete ease and comfort? Ironically, our response to pain or discomfort - whether physical or emotional - is usually to hold our breath, tighten our muscles, and pull away from our foundation of support, thereby making the problem worse. What's more, attempting to deal with the problem often increases this response, and for some of us this can turn into a vicious circle. And so we learn to live in a compromised way, trying as best we can to ignore both our pains and our response to it. The Feldenkrais Method of Somatic Education offers a way out. By means of gentle, exploratory movements, practiced with an attitude of patience and compassion, you will discover how to reverse the feedback loop and develop an ever-widening repertoire of easy and pleasurable movements. $28 or class card x 2

WRITE IT LIKE IT IS: An Introduction with Deborah Sosin
Sunday, October 10, 2-4:30pm
If you've ever wanted to write freely, without judging, editing, or censoring, now is your chance. Writing about our life experiences - joys, sorrows, obsessions, fears - deepens our self-awareness and fuels creative energy. In a safe, fun atmosphere, we'll use specific prompts to write about our lives. Anyone can do it, even if you're not a professional writer. Write It Like It Is is not a therapy group, though it may be therapeutic. It is not a writing class, though you may learn about shaping words on a page. Experience the exhilaration of tapping in to your authentic voice. Sharing is optional but encouraged. Leave with new tools for self-discovery and self-expression. No formal writing training necessary. Bring pens and a notebook, or a laptop if you prefer. $28 or class card x 2
Deborah Sosin, LICSW, has 28 years' experience as a writer and clinical social worker. The Write It Like It Is series blends her two greatest passions and areas of expertise: psychology and writing. Her essays have appeared in the Boston Globe, Boston Globe Magazine, the Journal News, and on Salon.com. She has published and lectured on the developmental functions of diary writing. Debbie is a staff clinician at Sameem Associates in Newton, specializing in addictions. She has a private clinical practice and offers consultations to writers and writing groups. For details, visit deborahsosin.com

THE YOGA OF ENERGY FLOW with Daniel Orlansky
Friday-Sunday, October 15-17 ~ view details

KIRTAN with Shubalananda & Ashley plus special guests
Saturday, October 16, 7pm
The singing of kirtan goes back thousands of years in India. Created by ancient rishis from the seed mantras of the Vedas, the sounds are designed to resonate with your chakras to help move the energy up your spine. The rishis set phrases like Om Namah Shivaya or Sita Ram to simple melodies and sang them. As powerful as it is, kirtan is effortless and incredibly enjoyable! We’ll sing the kirtan, call and response style, over and over, with more and more bhava (spiritual emotion or soul - think Ray Charles) until the singers enter higher planes of consciousness. The wonderful thing about kirtan is that it is fun. Other forms of spiritual practice, or sadhana, can be strenuous, but kirtan just flows from everyone’s connection to music. Even those who feel they do not have a good voice discover themselves singing on pitch, in time. Singing these Sanskrit seed mantras is an excellent way to discover your true voice. Shubalananda (Larry Kopp) has been leading kirtan for many years, having studied with Neem Karoli Baba, Sathya Sai Baba, Karunamayi and currently Shree Maa. His guitar and harmonium playing and his voice of experience gives his kirtan a power and a bhava that is shared with all who join him. Come and experience this easy, happy, and deep form of Sadhana, and find out more at www.shubalananda.com. Free/donation

THE YOGA OF TRANQUILITY & INSIGHT
A Day Of Vipassana Meditation with Chip Hartranft
Sunday, October 17, 10:30-7 at Dover Yoga
This daylong exploration of vipassana, the awakening of liberative insight, will be grounded in the very meditations practiced by the Buddha and Patañjali. Although both teaching and an opportunity for dialogue will be offered, the day will unfold mostly in the spacious environment of Noble Silence. We'll nourish the growing inner peace and clarity as we balance stillness with mindfulness in action, including yin yoga, walking, and eating. Please bring your own lunch, yoga mat, blanket, and a meditation cushion or bench if you have one. Details & registration at www.doveryoga.com
Chip Hartranft, PT bridges the traditions of yoga and buddhism. He is the founding director of The Arlington Center, dedicated to the integration of yoga and dharma practice, and has taught a blend of yoga movement & insight meditation in the Boston area since 1978. Chip leads a weeklong retreat, The Yoga Of Awakening, every February at Pura Vida in Costa Rica. He is the author of The Yoga- Sutra of Patañjali: a new translation with commentary (Shambhala) and the forthcoming How The Buddha Taught Meditation. Chip teaches yoga & dharma at teacher trainings and retreats across the country

THE YOGA OF ENERGY FLOW 500hr with Daniel Orlansky
Friday-Sunday, October 22-24 ~ view details

TBD
An Evening with True Story Theater
Saturday, October 23, 7:30pm
What...why? True Story Theater, an Arlington-based improvisational theater company, wants to hear what's on your mind and in your heart. This troupe of skilled listeners will honor each story through the power of improvisatory drama, music, and movement. The stories you share will magically be brought to life as we explore this important common theme.  Come celebrate our community, bring a friend, share a special story, or just watch, listen and enjoy! $15 or class card at door ~ $10 for students/elders/low income ~ all are welcome

MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION Retreat
with Christopher Germer, PhD
Saturday, October 30, Noon-5pm ~ Details TBA

XTRIBE: Sacred Waves of Rhythm and World Dance Party
with Julie Corey, Janet Farnsworth & Laney Goodman
Saturday, October 30, 7-10:30pm
Want to find your tribe? Seeking a deeper connection? Want to experience community? Experience XTribe: Xquisite Drumming. Xstatic Dance. Xuberant Life. Xotic Global Grooves. The program:
7-8:30 Ceremonial Drum Circle For Healing The Waters
with Julie Corey of The Village Drum, and
Sacred Dancy Journey with Janet Farnsworth
8:30-10:30 World Dance Party with DJ Laney Goodman's mix of Tribal Trance, Global Grooves, and an Eclectic Dance Mix. Let's all take our power back and step up...we can and will make a difference! You're invited to bring drums and rhythm instruments of all kinds. For more information, call DJ Laney at 617-852-7401 or visit xtribeworldparty.com. This is a drug, alcohol and smoke free event. $15 or class card ~ all welcome!

SOUND HEALING CIRCLE with Brad Brockmann & Comma Williams
Sunday, October 31, 7-9pm ~ doors open 6:45, close 7:20
Join us on the last Sunday of the month to explore the transformative healing powers of sound. You will both co-create and receive sound healing, and learn how to improvise music with a healing intention. Bring your favorite instruments or just yourself, your voice and your love. Prior musical or healing experience is welcome but not required. We look forward to seeing you! Suggested donation $5-15