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Während dieses viertägigen Retreats tauchen wir tief in die Praxis der Achtsamkeit ein und geben uns selbst den Raum, im Stillwerden zu erfahren, was wirklich wesentlich ist. Im Herzen der Stille entsteht ein Ort innerer Sammlung, wo Klarheit, Mitgefühl und Gelassenheit wachsen können. Ein Raum, um mit dem was ist, in Kontakt zu kommen und Schritt für Schritt mit sich selbst Freundschaft zu schliessen. Durch stille und geführte Meditationen, achtsame Körperübungen, sanftes Yoga und Impulse aus dem MBSR-Programm entsteht ein geschützter Rahmen, in dem Du Deine innere Präsenz stärken, Stress abbauen und mehr Bewusstheit entwickeln und Dich neu mit Ruhe, Vertrauen und Lebendigkeit verbinden kannst. Zeit für Dyaden, achtsames Gehen in der Natur, inspirierende Impulse/Vorträge und wohltuende, pflanzliche Mahlzeiten tragen dazu bei, dass Achtsamkeit nicht nur als Praxis, sondern als Haltung erfahrbar wird. Das Retreat findet im Schweigen statt, ausser bei geleitetem Austausch oder geführten Dyaden. Während dem Mittagessen am Donnerstag ist das Sprechen noch gestattet und auch wieder beim letzten Mittagessen am Sonntag. Etwas Achtsamkeits- und Meditationserfahrung sind erwünscht. Dieses Retreat ist für Dich, wenn Du... ...Deine Achtsamkeit vertiefen und lernen möchtest, mit dem was ist, in liebevollem Kontakt zu bleiben ...den Wunsch hast, mit Dir selbst Freundschaft zu schliessen und mehr Gelassenheit und Klarheit in Dein Leben einzuladen ...Dich nach innerer Stille sehnst, um Abstand von kreisenden Gedanken zu gewinnen und Deine Präsenz zu stärken ...Dir eine Auszeit in der Natur gönnen möchtest – in einem heimeligen Retreat-Hotel, veganem Essen und achtsamer Gemeinschaft Programm, Inhalte \- Geführte und stille Achtsamkeitsmeditationen: Sitzmeditation\, Bergmeditation\, Metta\-Meditation\, 3\-Schritte\-Atemraum \- Körperorientierte Achtsamkeitsübungen: Bodyscan\, achtsames Yoga\, Gehmeditation \- Impulse aus dem MBSR\-Programm: alltagsnahe Anregungen für einen achtsamen Umgang mit Gedanken\, Gefühlen und Stress \- Dyaden und achtsamer Austausch: Räume für vertiefende Selbsterfahrung und gemeinsames Lernen in der Stille \- Zeiten in der Natur: achtsames Gehen\, Schweigen und die Umgebung bewusst wahrnehmen Alle Infos zum Retreat: https://rebekkathommen.ch/achtsamkeitsretreat/ Preis Retreat: CHF 666 Hotelkosten pro Person pro Nacht inkl. vegane Vollpension: \- Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC Etage: CHF 180 \- Kleines Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC Etage: CHF 175 \- Kleines Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC im Zimmer: CHF 219 \- Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC im Zimmer: CHF 229 \- Doppelzimmer\* Dusche/WC Etage: CHF 160 \- Doppelzimmer\* Dusche/WC im Zimmer: CHF 198 \* Du kannst gerne mit einer/einem Teilnehmenden/Teilnehmerin des gleichen Geschlechts ein Doppelzimmer mit getrennten Betten teilen. Dazu kommt eine CHF 69 Anreisepauschale (weil das Retreat schon DO Vormittag beginnt) plus CHF 2.10 Kurtaxe pro Nacht. Bitte reserviere Dein Zimmer nach der Anmeldung direkt beim Hotel Idyll (info@idyll-gais.ch). Du kannst Dich über den Anmeldebutton bereits unverbindlich dafür registrieren und ich informiere mich, sobald diese Durchführungen offiziell buchbar sind. Alternativ kannst Du auch an einem meiner anderen Retreats, dem "Selbstliebe-Retreat" (https://rebekkathommen.ch/selbstliebe) oder dem "Innere-Freiheit-Retreat" (https://rebekkathommen.ch/innerefreiheit/) teilnehmen. Falls wir uns noch nicht kennen, melde Dich gerne vorab telefonisch unter +41764360067. So können wir offene Fragen klären und prüfen, ob es passt. Anmeldung und Bezahlung: Nach Deiner Anmeldung stelle ich Dir die Zahlungsangaben zu - die Retreat-Gebühr ist innerhalb von 2 Tagen nach Anmeldung zu begleichen (die Buchung fürs Hotel nimmst Du separat vor).

Während dieses viertägigen Retreats tauchen wir tief in die Praxis der Achtsamkeit ein und geben uns selbst den Raum, im Stillwerden zu erfahren, was wirklich wesentlich ist. Im Herzen der Stille entsteht ein Ort innerer Sammlung, wo Klarheit, Mitgefühl und Gelassenheit wachsen können. Ein Raum, um mit dem was ist, in Kontakt zu kommen und Schritt für Schritt mit sich selbst Freundschaft zu schliessen. Durch stille und geführte Meditationen, achtsame Körperübungen, sanftes Yoga und Impulse aus dem MBSR-Programm entsteht ein geschützter Rahmen, in dem Du Deine innere Präsenz stärken, Stress abbauen und mehr Bewusstheit entwickeln und Dich neu mit Ruhe, Vertrauen und Lebendigkeit verbinden kannst. Zeit für Dyaden, achtsames Gehen in der Natur, inspirierende Impulse/Vorträge und wohltuende, pflanzliche Mahlzeiten tragen dazu bei, dass Achtsamkeit nicht nur als Praxis, sondern als Haltung erfahrbar wird. Das Retreat findet im Schweigen statt, ausser bei geleitetem Austausch oder geführten Dyaden. Während dem Mittagessen am Donnerstag ist das Sprechen noch gestattet und auch wieder beim letzten Mittagessen am Sonntag. Etwas Achtsamkeits- und Meditationserfahrung sind erwünscht. Dieses Retreat ist für Dich, wenn Du... ...Deine Achtsamkeit vertiefen und lernen möchtest, mit dem was ist, in liebevollem Kontakt zu bleiben ...den Wunsch hast, mit Dir selbst Freundschaft zu schliessen und mehr Gelassenheit und Klarheit in Dein Leben einzuladen ...Dich nach innerer Stille sehnst, um Abstand von kreisenden Gedanken zu gewinnen und Deine Präsenz zu stärken ...Dir eine Auszeit in der Natur gönnen möchtest – in einem heimeligen Retreat-Hotel, veganem Essen und achtsamer Gemeinschaft Programm, Inhalte \- Geführte und stille Achtsamkeitsmeditationen: Sitzmeditation\, Bergmeditation\, Metta\-Meditation\, 3\-Schritte\-Atemraum \- Körperorientierte Achtsamkeitsübungen: Bodyscan\, achtsames Yoga\, Gehmeditation \- Impulse aus dem MBSR\-Programm: alltagsnahe Anregungen für einen achtsamen Umgang mit Gedanken\, Gefühlen und Stress \- Dyaden und achtsamer Austausch: Räume für vertiefende Selbsterfahrung und gemeinsames Lernen in der Stille \- Zeiten in der Natur: achtsames Gehen\, Schweigen und die Umgebung bewusst wahrnehmen Alle Infos zum Retreat: https://rebekkathommen.ch/achtsamkeitsretreat/ Preis Retreat: CHF 666 Hotelkosten pro Person pro Nacht inkl. vegane Vollpension: \- Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC Etage: CHF 180 \- Kleines Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC Etage: CHF 175 \- Kleines Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC im Zimmer: CHF 219 \- Einzelzimmer Dusche/WC im Zimmer: CHF 229 \- Doppelzimmer\* Dusche/WC Etage: CHF 160 \- Doppelzimmer\* Dusche/WC im Zimmer: CHF 198 \* Du kannst gerne mit einer/einem Teilnehmenden/Teilnehmerin des gleichen Geschlechts ein Doppelzimmer mit getrennten Betten teilen. Dazu kommt eine CHF 69 Anreisepauschale (weil das Retreat schon DO Vormittag beginnt) plus CHF 2.10 Kurtaxe pro Nacht. Bitte reserviere Dein Zimmer nach der Anmeldung direkt beim Hotel Idyll (info@idyll-gais.ch). Du kannst Dich über den Anmeldebutton bereits unverbindlich dafür registrieren und ich informiere mich, sobald diese Durchführungen offiziell buchbar sind. Alternativ kannst Du auch an einem meiner anderen Retreats, dem "Selbstliebe-Retreat" (https://rebekkathommen.ch/selbstliebe) oder dem "Innere-Freiheit-Retreat" (https://rebekkathommen.ch/innerefreiheit/) teilnehmen. Falls wir uns noch nicht kennen, melde Dich gerne vorab telefonisch unter +41764360067. So können wir offene Fragen klären und prüfen, ob es passt. Anmeldung und Bezahlung: Nach Deiner Anmeldung stelle ich Dir die Zahlungsangaben zu - die Retreat-Gebühr ist innerhalb von 2 Tagen nach Anmeldung zu begleichen (die Buchung fürs Hotel nimmst Du separat vor).

**Join Anina every Sunday morning for an open level Hatha Yoga class!** This class is our way to #GiveBack to our Community, making yoga accessible to all with a reduced class price. It is an invitation to come together and share our love of yoga to serve others. The funds collected with the Community Classes are donated in equal parts to the Yoga Medicine Seva Foundation and Paréa SG, supporting broader communities through your own practice. Expect a balance of postures, breath and meditation practices, led each week with a specific theme drawn from the yoga philosophy - reflecting on how your practice on the mat can also nourish your daily life. **Class in English // Open Levels** Space is limited to 10 students. **\>\> Registration is mandatory [HERE](https://bubbleyoga.ch/yoga/schedule/).** Donation price is on 'pay what you can' basis, starting at CHF10. Yoga mats & equipment provided at the studio, simply come with comfortable clothes to move. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- The **Yoga Medicine Seva Foundation**'s mission is to fight human trafficking and sexual exploitation by empowering global, impoverished communities through efforts of education and entrepreneurship. You can learn more about the foundation [here](https://yogamedicine.com/india-seva/). **Paréa St. Gallen** supports humanitarian projects for displaced people at Europe’s borders. Every contribution goes directly to projects that provide safety, dignity, and essential resources to those in need. Additionally, Paréa SG organises events and campaigns to raise awareness about refugees' reality, aiming to foster understanding and solidarity within Swiss society.

**Join Anne in the cosy Bubble Yoga studio or online to close your week wrapping yourself in the softness of this Yin practice.** Landing from your day with soft movements and some myofascial release elements, leading to soothing yin and restorative poses. Embracing stillness and simplicity to restore balance and nourishment. Welcome to your Sunday night cocoon. **Class in English // Open to all levels** **Join at the studio or live online via Zoom.** **\>\> Registrations mandatory [HERE](https://bubbleyoga.ch/yoga/schedule/).** Yoga mats & all equipment available at the studio. Simply bring comfy clothes to move. **Pricing options:** '2 for 1' Welcome Pack CHF 35 1 month unlimited Intro Pass CHF85 ZOOM Drop-in class CHF20 STUDIO Drop-in class CHF35 / Abos available. All details available on [http://www.bubbleyoga.ch](http://www.bubbleyoga.ch/) Come as you are & bring your friends! *** Bubble Yoga Kirchgasse 12 9000 St. Gallen *NB: The entrance door is at the BACK of the building, from the pathway facing Magnihalden fountain*

The second edition of BrickTopia is taking place, and we will visit the dreamy city of Sankt Gallen for a stroll at the exhibition. Included are exhibitions by several talented artists, interactive workshops, and selling booths. Our first member will be arriving around 11:00 hs and more will show up later. For catching up with other members once you're at the venue please refer to our dedicated WhatsApp group [this will be **the only way to contact me** or catch up with the group]. You can join our group via the blow link. **Please make sure to include a message with your join request [or comment here] and mention a reason for joining, so that we can approve your request.** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bte5W55cslF9rw4QyCdVlG](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bte5W55cslF9rw4QyCdVlG) This is an event for participants of all ages, so bringing your family, friends and children along is highly encouraged. We will be visiting the noon spot from 11 to 16 - please book your own tickets in advance, or get them on site at the till: https://www.brixpo.ch/bricktopia26/ Prices: adults 13,- CHF / children 6 to 16 years: 5,- CHF / children under 6 years: free

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio TBD Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!

The Unity of Columbus Resource Group for the Homeless is seeking compassionate volunteers who would like to help serve and uplift members of our homeless community. This group is dedicated to sharing kindness, resources, and support with individuals who may be experiencing difficult circumstances. Anyone with a heart for service is welcome to join us as we work together to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Community members are also invited to contribute by bringing helpful items for those in need. Donations of items can be contributed at the meeting and will be distributed to assist members of the homeless community. Please consider joining us and sharing this opportunity with friends, family, or associates who may also wish to help. Learn more about Unity of Columbus at www.unityofcolumbus.org or call (614) 267-4959. Together we can extend compassion, dignity, and support to our community. 💛

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.

Join Voice Over Pros Of Ohio for an exciting morning of networking, and exploring opportunities in the world of voice acting. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for expanding your network, learning how to start a VO business, and for honing your skills. Connect with fellow voice actors and VO experts, that will help you succeed in your voice over business. This event will feature discussions on professional development, entrepreneurship in the voice over industry, with tips for navigating the world of voice acting. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from others, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and take your voice over career to the next level. Join us Saturday, May 30, from 10am - 12pm and learn how to start or grow your voice over business. Let your voice be heard! The $10 fee covers refreshments and door prizes.

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.