🦓 Hudson Valley Young & Positive Social [20s 30s 40s]- HYPS

Join us for a non-denominational shamanic circle, drum jam and picnic! People of all beliefs and creeds are welcome and encouraged to join. This week's theme will be GRATITUDE.

Host Jem will be facilitating a guided gratitude meditation with live hand drumming, Afterwards we will have open circle where those who feel moved can play hand drums, dance, chant, or otherwise emote in a way that feels right. The meditation will have a celebratory lighthearted vibe and be 10-15 minutes long, followed by time for optional sharing and discussion and then an informal picnic. The meditation is intended to be beginner-friendly and suitable for all levels of spiritual practitioners.

Please bring:

• a mat/blanket to lay on for the meditation
• something to eat at the picnic
• something to share with others at the picnic
• a drum if you have one (other acoustic instruments also welcome)
• encouraged to wear comfortable clothing

Meeting Time & Place

• Weather permitting we will meet at the lower parking by the soccer field. At Bowdoin Park, continue driving down past the playground and across the small bridge to the sports fields. Check comments the day of for clarification.

Event Rules & Disclaimers

• Please kindly doate $1 - 2 to cover meetup group fees if you are financially able to do so. Cash or venmo @CemMANISALI , CashApp $CemMANISALI.
• Please kindly read our group mission and values.
• Please note this guided meditation is only intended for emotionally stable adults and is not intended to treat or identify any mental health conditions.
• Please note this is safe space and all participants are encouraged to try only what feels comfortable for them and sit out anything that doesn't resonate.
• Please note this is a container based on the core principle of RESPECT for all beings. Participants must show each other, facilitator(s), and the container respect at all times. Those that do not show respect will be kindly asked to leave.
• Disclaimer from Host Jem: "I do not identify or claim to be a shaman or meditation expert. The intention of this event is to promote goodwill, community, gratitude, and celebration of Earth."

OUR MISSION:

This is a new group focused on positive vibes for young adults who want to have good conversations over tea & coffee and are looking for alternative vibes instead of bars/drinking, social media/apps, etc. Our meetups are substance-free, but members are not required to be substance-free outside of the meeting. Our group is targeted towards adults in their 20s 30s 40s, but all are welcome.

We are an informal village-like community of young positive minded people whose mission is to create a vibrant community of in the Hudson Valley who get together for wholesome activities and conversations.

OUR VALUES
• RESPECT & ACCEPTANCE — We welcome all who respect our values, regardless of religion, race, gender identity, socioeconomics, age, or neurology.

• RESPONSIBILITY — Each member takes responsibility for themselves as an adult.

• BOUNDARIES — We respect each other's personal boundaries and feel free to set boundaries.

• AUTONOMY — Every member is an independent adult who participates freely in this group. There are no dues, fees, or requirements for membership other than to respect the container as outlined in writing.

• NO SENSITIVE TOPICS — Please no discussion of sensitive societal matters including religion, race, gender identity, politics. Members are free to discuss whatever they like amongst themselves outside of the meetups

• DATING/SINGLES — We encourage your to wear RED to signify you are open to wholesome romantic connection.

• NON-COMMERCIAL — All events are free and donation-based for those who are financially able to contribute

• DRUG, TOBACCO, & ALCOHOL-FREE — No consumption of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco at meetups. Members are free to consume substances outside of meetups at their own discretion. Smokers asked to step outside if they need to.

Tired of awkward and lonely socializing in the year 2025 and ready to find a group of wholesome adults to call your friends? Come see what the HYP is all about!

Please join us for a soft beverage and warm conversation! This week the theme will be "What is a location, real or fiction, that you really like and why?" Members are also encouraged to bring and share ideas with admins for future events and excursions.

• Meet us in the back room of Bank Sq by the PAC-MAN game
• Weather permitting we may meet outside. Check comments the day of for clarification
• $1 - 2 suggested donation to cover meetup group fees. Cash or venmo @CemMANISALI , CashApp $CemMANISALI

Event Rules:

• Please support local businesses and purchase a beverage at the front desk
• Please give us at least 24 hours notice if your RSVP changes so we can make space for others
• Please read our group mission and values

OUR MISSION:
This is a new group focused on positive vibes for young adults who want to have good conversations over tea & coffee and are looking for alternative vibes instead of bars/drinking, social media/apps, etc. Our meetups are substance-free, but members are not required to be substance-free outside of the meeting. Our group is targeted towards adults in their 20s 30s 40s, but all are welcome.

OUR VALUES
• RESPECT & ACCEPTANCE — We welcome all who respect our values, regardless of religion, race, gender identity, socioeconomics, age, or neurology.
• BOUNDARIES — We respect each other's personal boundaries and feel free to set boundaries.
• AUTONOMY — Every member is an independent adult who participates freely in this group. There are no dues, fees, or requirements for membership other than to respect the container as outlined in writing.
• NON-DIVISIVE DISCUSSION OF SENSITIVE TOPICS — Members are asked to show grace on sensitive topics including religion, race, gender identity, politics. Discussion is permitted, but members are encouraged to be non-divisive and respectful.
• NON-COMMERCIAL — All events are free and donation-based for those who are financially able to contribute
• DRUG, TOBACCO, & ALCOHOL-FREE — No consumption of drugs, alcohol, or tobacco at meetups. Members are free to consume substances outside of meetups at their own discretion. Smokers asked to step outside if they need to.