BREATHWORK with Samvedam Bettina Randles, Dipl Psych, LMHC
Saturday, February 13, 2-4
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

Free! SACRED ECSTASY: A Dancing Kirtan with DJ Mantra Ji
Saturday, February 13, 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 http://www.djmantraji.com

FINDING YOUR FACE: Exploring The Face, Tongue & Mouth
with Josh Schreiber
Sunday, February 14, 10:30-1
When was the last time you pouted? Puckered your lips? Stuck your tongue out as far as it would go? How well do you feel your face expresses who you are and how you really feel? In our adulthood many of us find our faces becoming a sort of mask, reflecting the stress of our lives and the habits formed by our notions of ourselves and the face we present to the world. In this workshop we will do a 'natural face lift' of Awareness Through Movement® lessons and re-discover the softness, changeability and expressiveness of our faces. See the effect that balancing the muscles of your face, jaw, tongue & mouth has on breathing, your mood, and your life! (And, it's the perfect preparation for your valentine's day date...) $28 or class card x 2

THE ILLUMINED HEART: Iyengar Yoga with Annie Hoffman
Sunday, February 14, 2-4pm
When we are full of ourselves, we diminish our capacity to listen deeply, to receive self and other. When we are full of emptiness (the meaning of AUM) we become more radiant with divine light. Come to move, to partner and to dialogue with the intention to cultivate joy, friendliness and equanimity. Annie will guide an asana sequence to open the heart and frame questions and dialogues to nourish the soul. $28 or class card x 2

CHANGE YOUR INNER TALK, CHANGE YOUR LIFE
with Robert & Christine Gerzon
Sunday, February 14, 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

FOCUSING On Difficult Life Issues with Susan Lennox
Monday, February 15, 7:45-9:45 PM
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 class will review the basic elements of the Focusing process with special emphasis on how to work on difficult life issues with emotional safety. This class will include instruction plus an opportunity to practice the Focusing process.
Susan Lennox, PhD is a Certified Focusing Trainer and Certifying Coordinator for the Focusing Institute. She has been teaching Focusing for almost a decade. For more information about this class or Focusing, please contact her at slennox1@juno.com or 781-721-6698. $25 or class card + $10

THE 9 ENNEAGRAM TYPES with Herb Pearce
Enhance Your Relationships And Spiritual Growth
Friday, February 19, 7:30-10pm: Basic Enneagram
Saturday, February 20, 2-6pm: In-depth Exploration
The Enneagram, a system of 9 personality styles, is an amazingly accurate information system to explain ego differences and perspectives. It's an even better tool for recognizing your unique spiritual path in this lifetime, and discovering how to have the most rewarding relationships possible. Learn about your type, come to a clearer understanding of the others, value differences with respect and awareness, and develop compassion for all. You'll also get the best tips ever on relationship enhancement and personal growth. Friday, $35; Saturday, $50; Combined, $75
Herb Pearce, MEd has taught over 1500 Enneagram workshops and trainings, and is a psychotherapist specializing working with families and couples, a team building trainer in organization, a public speaker, personal coach and workshop leader in Arlington, MA. Having counseled hundreds of couples, Herb has devoted over 17 years to exploring the Enneagram, particularly the relationship dynamics between the 9 types, and thousands of his Enneagram students have improved their relationships through this system. Herb is the author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Power of the Enneagram. Find out more at herbpearce.com

BONES FOR LIFE: An Introduction with Deborah Lotus
Saturday, February 20, 2-5pm
The production of new bone tissue does not stop when we are grown! Life-long bone building continues as we feed our bones with the proper components: calcium-rich nutrition, proportional weight-bearing activity, optimal alignment, consistent pressure through the skeletal system, and pulsating movements which create a vibratory frequency known to stimulate the growth of new bone tissue. This introductory workshop invites you to taste some of the most enlivening movements chosen from the 90 processes comprising Bones for Life® I, II, & III. The BFL 60-hour program for strong bones, good posture and biological optimism was researched and developed by Ruthy Alon. Based on Feldenkrais movement principles, BFL incorporates traditional wisdom and recent scientific research for a natural approach to bone building and has garnered the interest of the National Osteoporosis Foundation and NASA for future research. There will be peer-led discussion about nutritional supplements, weights, the use of a personal 'bones' wrap' , vibrating platforms, and more. Online resources as well as handouts will be provided
$38 or class card x 2 + $8
Deborah Lotus is one of the first designated BFL Pioneer Trainers in the US. For more information, please contact her at DeborahElizabeth.Lotus@gmail.com, or call 617-661-1585. For more information on the BFL Program, please visit www.bonesforlife.com

KIRTAN with Shubalananda & Ashley plus special guests
Saturday, February 20, 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

CHANGES FOCUSING GROUP
with Joan Klagsbrun, PhD, Susan Lennox, PhD, & others
Sunday, February 21, 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

MARTIAL IMPROVISATION Movement Lab with Mike Klinger
Monday, February 22, 7:45pm

THE YOGA OF ENERGY FLOW with Daniel Orlansky
Friday-Sunday, February 26-28 ~ view details

YOGA FOR THE EMOTIONAL BODY with Bo Forbes
Healing Anxiety, Insomnia, and Depression
Friday-Sunday, February 26-28
In this workshop we will take an in-depth look at the limbic system, or emotional body, and its role in our yoga practice. We will explore the phenomena of chronic hyper-arousal (i.e. anxiety and insomnia) and hypo-arousal (depression and seasonal affective disorder). The nervous system and its influence on emotion and mood will figure prominently. Students will explore the cognitive, behavioral, emotional, and energetic correlates of anxiety, depression, and emotional challenges that involve both anxiety and depression. We will experiment with yogic methods such as asana, action within asana, pranayama, and restorative yoga, that are designed to create new neural pathways to balance and well-being. Study will be split into two separate days, each of which will be devoted to anxiety or depression. Open to all levels. Students who wish to register and are taking medications for anxiety or depression should email Bo for permission to attend the class. Details & registration at elementalyoga.com

DANCE SATURDAY! with Wyoma and Barbara
Saturday, February 27, 7:30-10:30pm
Join us for our monthly dance celebration at the Center! Have a blast, dance 'til you drop, and dance any way you please - freestyle, trance, African, partnered - it's your thing, do what you wanna do. Finest dj'd music - soul, rock, jazz, jungle. Come dance and play together with friends. $10 at door
There is a bit of insanity in dancing that does everybody a
great deal of good. ~ Edwin Denby

Free Class! ELEMENTAL VINYASA YOGA with Bo Forbes & trainees
Sunday, February 28, 2:30-4pm ~ Join Bo Forbes and her teacher trainees for an invigorating vinyasa yoga class. You’ll get plenty of loving care and attention if you like. Admission is first come, first served. Please note: class starts promptly at 2:30 - latecomers cannot be admitted

SOUND HEALING CIRCLE with Brad Brockmann & Comma Williams
Sunday, February 28, 7-9pm ~ doors open at 6:45, closed 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

MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION
A Psychoeducational Skills Training Workshop
Led by Christopher Germer, PhD
Wednesdays, March 3-April 21, 7:30-10pm
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

FOCUSING & AUTHENTIC MOVEMENT
Moving The Body Toward Wholeness
with Roberta H. Whitney
Saturday, March 6, 2-5pm
The body knows is a foundational principle of both Authentic Movement and Focusing. Come explore how these two modalities, both rooted in psychology, can be used in tandem to support you in accessing wisdom that you can use in daily life to understand, work with, creatively develop/resolve or heal life issues. The workshop will guide participants through basic concepts of mover/focuser and witness/companion and sample each modality before trying out a new 'dance' integrating one with the other. No previous knowledge or physical capabilities are prerequisites. Come as you are. Please bring a journal and wear comfortable clothes for moving. $35 or class card x 2 + $5 ~ $125 for all 4 workshops: Feb 6, Mar 6, Apr 3, Jun 19
ROBERTA WHITNEY, MA completed two-year training in Authentic Movement with Daphne Lowell and Alton Wasson in 2006. She continues occasional studies with them and Joan Webb. Roberta has been studying Focusing since 2003 and recently completed certification as a Focusing Trainer. Formerly a teacher and librarian, Roberta has transitioned in the past decade to work that engenders healing, well-being and growth in individuals. In addition to Focusing and Authentic Movement, Roberta is a certified yoga teacher, Enneagram coach, and energy healer

Special Event! QIGONG with Master Huang
Friday, March 5, 7-9pm ~ Details TBA Shortly

Dharma Film Series presents HOW TO COOK YOUR LIFE
Saturday, March 6, 7pm
A delectable blend of chanting, baking and wisdom, How To Cook Your Life documents the cooking classes of Edward Espe Brown, Zen master and head chef of the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center. Brown was a student of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi, who famously taught when you wash the rice, wash the rice...when you cut the carrots, cut the carrots. Ed's teachings veer between food preparation and self-realization as he drolly counters the perils of fast-paced modern life with a calm and often hilariously creative approach to both dining and living. A warm, witty ratatouille from the acclaimed director of Enlightenment Guaranteed and Cherry Blossoms, this film is plenty filling, with ample food for thought.
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

BREATHWORK with Samvedam Bettina Randles, Dipl Psych, LMHC
Sunday, March 7, 11-1
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

MASSAGE FOR COUPLES with Sandra Daitch
Sunday, March 7, 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

BUDDHIST PSYCHOLOGY LECTURE SERIES
Conversations At The Edge
Monday, March 8, 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 8-month series
Tonight: Becoming Safely Embodied: Meditation Practices in Working with Trauma and Dissociation with Deirdre Fay, LICSW
For most clients with a trauma history, especially those grappling with dissociation, living inside their own skin is challenging. The Becoming Safely Embodied program, which was developed by tonight’s presenter, provides a series of step-by-step skills that support clients to be in the here and now, develop mindfulness and concentration skills, and apply the principles of a spiritual practice to their healing journey. Participants will be able to: 1) describe some of the difficulties trauma survivors have being fully present in their bodies, and 2) learn some mindfulness-related skills that support trauma survivors’ recovery

TGIF DRUM JAM: An Open Monthly Circle led by Comma Williams
Friday, March 12, 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

WRITE IT LIKE IT IS: An Introduction with Deborah Sosin
Saturday, March 13, 2-5pm
Powerful transformation is possible through writing about our life experiences - joys, sorrows, obsessions, fears. Writing without censoring or judging 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-expression. No formal writing training necessary. Bring pens and a notebook, or a laptop if you prefer. Suggested donation $15 or class card

Free! SACRED ECSTASY: A Dancing Kirtan with DJ Mantra Ji
Saturday, March 13, 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

UNCOVERING THE NATURAL BREATH with Josh Schreiber
Sunday, March 14, 10:30-1
What is the best way to breathe? More in the belly, or more in the chest? Some techniques teach the expansion of the abdomen as you breathe in, others as you breathe out. Which is better? As with everything in the wonderful world of the Feldenkrais Method®, if the answer isn't "the pelvis", it must be "it depends on what you're doing." In this workshop we will explore the options available to us, learn to breath more fully, and discover the effect of these changes on our posture, comfort, actions, and outlook on life. $28 or class card x 2

CHANGES FOCUSING GROUP
with Joan Klagsbrun, PhD, Susan Lennox, PhD, & others
Sunday, March 14, 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

WRITE IT LIKE IT IS: Four Monday Evenings with Deborah Sosin
4 Mondays: March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 7:45-9:45pm
Powerful transformation is possible through writing about our life experiences - joys, sorrows, obsessions, fears. Writing without censoring or judging 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-expression. No formal writing training necessary. Bring pens and a notebook, or a laptop if you prefer. Series: $60 or class card x 4

THE YOGA OF ENERGY FLOW with Daniel Orlansky
Friday-Sunday, March 19-21 ~ view details

SEQUENCING: The Architecture Of A Yoga Class with Bo Forbes
Friday-Sunday, March 19-21
Want to have a stronger home practice? Need to know how to work with special issues in your practice? Interested in learning how to open up certain parts of the body? Want to sequence effortlessly into?more challenging poses? Whether you want to jump-start your personal practice, aspire to teach, or already teach and want to deepen your knowledge of how to sequence in your classes, this workshop is for you. In this weekend intensive we will explore the architecture of a yoga class in both basic and more complex forms. We will delve into the art of sequencing a practice in preparation for certain postures and classes of postures, such as arm balances or hip openers. We will investigate the use of themes in class, with respect to actions within postures, or effects of postures. We will also look at sequencing to target and heal physical issues such as scoliosis, injuries, and asymmetries, as well as sequences to impact the nervous system and emotional body. We will also learn how to tune into and refine the energy of a class. Appropriate for teachers, bodyworkers, aspiring teachers, teachers in training, and serious students of yoga. Details & registration at elementalyoga.com

KIRTAN with Shubalananda & Ashley plus special guests
Saturday, March 20, 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

BEFORE & AFTER: Stories of Life Changing Moments
An Evening with True Story Theater
Friday, March 26, 8pm
What moments have helped define our lives and who we are?  What choices have we made in the face of the unexpected?  What have been the most significant challenges and gifts in our lives--and 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

BONES FOR LIFE: An Introduction with Deborah Lotus
Saturday, March 27, 2-5pm
The production of new bone tissue does not stop when we are grown! Life-long bone building continues as we feed our bones with the proper components: calcium-rich nutrition, proportional weight-bearing activity, optimal alignment, consistent pressure through the skeletal system, and pulsating movements which create a vibratory frequency known to stimulate the growth of new bone tissue. This introductory workshop invites you to taste some of the most enlivening movements chosen from the 90 processes comprising Bones for Life® I, II, & III. The BFL 60-hour program for strong bones, good posture and biological optimism was researched and developed by Ruthy Alon. Based on Feldenkrais movement principles, BFL incorporates traditional wisdom and recent scientific research for a natural approach to bone building and has garnered the interest of the National Osteoporosis Foundation and NASA for future research. There will be peer-led discussion about nutritional supplements, weights, the use of a personal 'bones' wrap' , vibrating platforms, and more. Online resources as well as handouts will be provided
$38 or class card x 2 + $8
Deborah Lotus is one of the first designated BFL Pioneer Trainers in the US. For more information, please contact her at DeborahElizabeth.Lotus@gmail.com, or call 617-661-1585. For more information on the BFL Program, please visit www.bonesforlife.com

DANCE SATURDAY! with Wyoma and Barbara
Saturday, March 27, 7:30-10:30pm
Join us for our monthly dance celebration at the Center! Have a blast, dance 'til you drop, and dance any way you please - freestyle, trance, African, partnered - it's your thing, do what you wanna do. Finest dj'd music - soul, rock, jazz, jungle. Come dance and play together with friends. $10 at door
There is a bit of insanity in dancing that does everybody a
great deal of good. ~ Edwin Denby

YOGA PLAY WITH CHILDREN
A Creative Workshop For Parents, Caregivers & Teachers
with Tara Rachel Jones
Sunday, March 28, 1:30-4:30pm
Come and explore creative ways to introduce the many aspects of yoga including: service, reverence, singing, postures and meditation into the lives of children between the ages of 4-7, 7-11 and 11-14. We will discuss the developmental needs of each age group and how to bring the teachings of yoga into daily living with children. Experiential practice and lesson planning will support practical application. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and be prepared to have fun! $35 or class card x 2 + $5
Tara Rachel Jones has been a pioneer of children's yoga in the Boston area. She has worked professionally with children since 1989. She has developed her own approach to children's yoga which is a simple yet unique synthesis of education, developmental movement and yogic teachings. Tara Rachel has been teaching yoga to young people from the ages nursery through high school since 1997. She obtained a BA in Early Childhood Education from Simmons College in 1991, and became a certified Montessori teacher in 1992. Tara Rachel was introduced to Waldorf Education in 1997 while implementing her first children's yoga program at a Waldorf-inspired school. She completed the two- year Foundations Study Course in Waldorf Education in 2005 and now holds an MEd in Waldorf Education from Antioch. For more information, please visit floweryoga.com and thewisdomgarden.com

SOUND HEALING CIRCLE with Brad Brockmann & Comma Williams
Sunday, March 28, 7-9pm ~ doors open at 6:45, closed 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