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Paris Cat 🐈⬛ Jazz club
***When you book your tickets 🎫 so in the description under Hannah Burt’s table - !!!!
Nadira and Friends Present: Songs of Nat King Cole
6:30 pm, Saturday 6th of June 2026
Performance room: Basement
PLS NOTE: DOORS OPEN AT 6PM FOR A 6.30PM SHOWTIME
(SHOW DURATION IS: 6.30PM-8.10PM)
Come along and join Nadira and Friends through an 'Unforgettable' evening of "Songs of Nat King Cole".
Ticket are $40
🌿Dreamy WARBURTON: Day trip: Hike, Farmers market, Picnic, Meditation, RedWood
* 🌏 **MELBOURNE → WARBURTON**🏙️
* 📅 **SUN 7 JUN, DAY TRIP** *☀️*
* ✨**Nature, movement, and a touch of magic**.✨
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**✨**🌿 **Escape to Dreamy Warburton — A Day to Breathe, Walk & Feel**
Leave the city behind and step into a day where everything slows down.
We begin with a gentle journey out of Melbourne, easing into nature with a relaxed coffee stop before arriving in the heart of Warburton.
From here, the day unfolds naturally — a beautiful 10 km walk through forest trails, open views, and quiet moments along the way. No rush, just rhythm. We pause, we breathe, we take it all in.
Midday brings local flavours at the farmers market, followed by a relaxed picnic with a fresh fruit platter — simple, nourishing, shared together.
In the afternoon, we step into the magical Redwoods Forest — a place to slow down even more. A short guided meditation invites you to ground, breathe deeply, and reconnect.
We continue with a peaceful river walk, a scenic countryside drive, and a final stop to taste the region’s fresh local produce — a sweet finish to a full and balanced day.
As the sun begins to soften, we return to Melbourne — lighter, calmer, and with a heart full of good moments.
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### ✨ **All included. No stress. Just show up and enjoy.**
Comfortable transport, guided experience, snacks, picnic, and good company — everything is taken care of.
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**🎒 All-Inclusive for $99**
✅ Round-trip **transport** in a comfortable **MERCEDES minivan** 🚐
✅ Guided **9 km hike** + all gears 🥾
✅ **Fruit platter** 🍉
✅ Unlimited **snacks, soft drinks, coffee & tea** ☕
✅ **Meditation** \- with great company
✅ Visit **stunning scenic lookouts** 🌄🦘
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#### 🕒 Itinerary:
🌅 07:30 — Meet at **St Paul’s Cathedral,** Flinders Street
☕ 08:00 — Stop for a break
🍉 09:00 — Arriving in town - **tea/coffee/drinks** and snacks (included!)
🥾 09:15 — Begin **10 km easy hike** *(\~140 m elevation)*
📩 12:30 — **Farmers Market** visit
🍽️ 13:30 — Picnic & **fruit platter** (included! +snacks/drinks)
🌟 14:00 — Visit the stunning **RedWood Forest**
✨ 14:30 — **Meditation** – ground & breathe
🌄 15:00 — Riverwalk
🚐 15:30 — **Scenic drive**
🌸 16:00 — Taste the Region: **Country Fruit Shed stop**
🏙️ 18:30 — Return to **Melbourne** with a heart full of memories
📍 Drop-off: Hammer Hall, Melbourne
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**💰 How to Book?**
Secure your spot with a **$99 transfer**
**Please note:** An RSVP alone does not secure your spot — only a transfer confirms your place on the trip. Thanks for understanding!
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🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!**
S*pots are only confirmed once payment is received !!!*
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**🎒 What to Bring?**
✔️ **Comfortable hiking shoes (or able to supply, let me know size)**
**✔️ Wind/water-resistant jacket**🧥
✔️ **Long pants & long sleeves** 🌿
✔️ **Hat/beanie** 🧢
✔️ **A positive mindset & big smile!** 😊
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📢 **Questions?** Feel free to **DM me anytime!** 📩
✨ **Let’s make this an adventure to remember**
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❗️**Please Note:**
**Payments are only credited or refunded if the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer.**
In all other circumstances, payments are **non-refundable and non-transferable**.
❗️Thank you for understanding and supporting the planning involved in creating these experiences! 🌿
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**LIABILITY WAIVER**
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.
## **COVID-19 Safety Measures**
* The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event.
* Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat.
* If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending.
* Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!
Sunday Morning Chill Run
How about we kick off the best day with a jog and coffee together?
Trust me, you won't want to miss out!
🏃♂️Training menu🏃♂️
Every Sunday 8:00~
Fed Square Assembly
【https://maps.app.goo.gl/zmPQ6U533pUDcNSA9?g_st=ic】
If you have luggage, please consider using the lockers at the station.
💥40~60 min Jog+Walk
Pace: Easy pace, suitable for beginners. If you got tired, let's walk together.
【schedule】
8:00 Gathering
8:10 Start
9:00 End of training
Challengers we are waiting for you 😊
Come & Try Dragon Boating - FREE One Month Trial
Melbourne Flames Dragon Boat Club is your gateway to the exhilarating sport of dragon boating.
As one of Australia’s fastest growing water sports, dragon boating is truly unique as men and women of all ages can train and compete together in one crew. We welcome new members regardless of gender or fitness level (minimum age is 12 years).
Come along and try dragon boating with one of Australia's top teams for FREE! Simply sign up for a Dragon Pass (1 month free trial) via the link below and follow the instructions sent to your email. You will need to download TeamApp and RSVP there to confirm your spot.
[Registration - Melbourne Flames](https://members.melbourneflames.com.au/registration/)
We recommend you attend a welcome Sunday session for your first training. After you've learnt the ropes, you can join any of our Tuesday and Thursday on-water sessions.
**What to bring to a training session**
* Water bottle
* Weather appropriate clothes that you don't mind getting wet i.e. hat and thongs in summer, thermals and shoes in winter
* Towel and a change of dry clothes
* Any friends you think would be interested, get them to register for DragonPass and TeamApp as well!
* A sense of adventure and a positive attitude!
All equipment, including a lifejacket and paddle, are provided.
If you have any questions, please message the page!
Live Music Long weekend
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🎤 KARAOKE NIGHT AT BOHO 🎤
Ready to grab the mic and sing your heart out?
Join us this Saturday, 6th June from 7pm till late for a fun-filled night of karaoke, great food, cocktails, wine, laughter, and good company around the fire.
Whether you're a seasoned performer or a shower singer, everyone is welcome! Bring your friends, choose your favourite songs, and enjoy a relaxed, no-judgement atmosphere.
🔥 Open Fire
🍷 Fully Licensed Bar
🍕 Food Available
🎶 Great Vibes
🎤 All Voices Welcome
📍 Boho Lounge & Boutique
171 Jasper Road, Bentleigh
A hidden gem where community comes together.
RSVP and join the fun!
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Spiritual Healing – How Does It Happen?
✨\*\*Spiritual Healing – How Does It Happen?\*\*✨
"The Power of Spirit Works in Amazing Ways"
You are more than your daily routine—you are an eternal, creative being.
Join us for an ECK Light and Sound Service to explore your innate ability to know divine truth. This session is a blend of shared wisdom and quiet contemplation, featuring the HU Chant to help shift your frequency.
It’s an hour dedicated to having your own personal experience with the Light and Sound of God. No labels, no judgment—just a chance to explore the spiritual principles that move through our lives.
You are invited to stay for refreshments and fellowship after the service.
Sponsored by ECKANKAR The Path of Spiritual Freedom
more info - [www.eckankar-essa.org.au](http://www.eckankar-essa.org.au/)
Philosophy Roundtable: David Hume
Please join us this Sunday to discuss David Hume. Hume (1711-1776) was a highly influential Scottish philosopher known especially for his philosophical empiricism and skepticism.
We will meet at the Captain Melville at 2pm for a 2:15pm start sharp.
**Please note the new $5 mandatory donation entry fee** (cash or transfer on day) to help with MeetUp subscription costs, venue costs, etc.
There is no pre-requisite preparation necessary, nor a philosophical background, all that is required is a curious mind. These discussions are both a Socrates Cafe style discussion and lively metaphysical dojo, in the spirit of learning and friendly debate, so please feel free to challenge assumptions and be prepared to have your own assumptions challenged.
This event is also posted to the Socrates Cafe group.
Topic questions will be forthcoming.
Hope to see you there!
The Power of the Subconscious Mind
**How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!**
EVERY SUNDAY AT 11AM
Join us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way.
You'll gain insights into:
* The true definition of the subconscious
* How it generates unwanted emotions
* Its real purpose and function
* What determines the pressure it exerts on you
But this isn't just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It's interactive and engaging - you can ask questions at any time.
FREE ADMISSION
Reserve your spot today. Seats are limited, so don't wait too long to sign up.
The Power of the Subconscious Mind Seminar
**How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!**
EVERY SUNDAY AT 11AM
Join us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way.
You'll gain insights into:
* The true definition of the subconscious
* How it generates unwanted emotions
* Its real purpose and function
* What determines the pressure it exerts on you
But this isn't just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It's interactive and engaging - you can ask questions at any time.
FREE ADMISSION
Reserve your spot today. Seats are limited, so don't wait too long to sign up.
Mangala Sutta Lecture Series
Join us for the Mangala Sutta
Lecture Series -a journey into
wisdom, blessings, and practical
teachings for everyday life.
Guided by Shifu Shengchi, this
8-week series explores the
timeless teachings of the Mangal
Sutta, offering insight into how to
cultivate true happiness, harmony
and well-being.
Starting: April 12,2026 (Every
Sunday)
Location: 10 Boroda Court St. Albans VIC
Weekly Schedule:
10:30 - 11:00 Baduanjin Qigong
(Eight Brocades)
11:00-12:00 Nianfo Meditatio
12:00-13:00 Vegetarian Lunch
13:00-14:00 Mangala Sutta
Dharma Talk
Whether you are new to
Buddhist teachings or looking
to deepen your practice, allare
welcome.
Coffee + Convo = Connection
Let’s catch up over coffee and food and play with the Art of Conversation cards!
For those new to the Art of Conversation cards, they serve as an invitation to more in depth and meaningful conversation. Often going deeper than small talk, but how deep you want to go is up to you. An example of some questions you’ll find on the cards includes:
⭐️ Who is a person from your past that taught you something you still use today?
⭐️ What is a belief you held five years ago that you disagree with now?
⭐️ You can go to the past or the future, which one would you choose and why?
I like to keep the group small (about six people) to allow for genuine connection to emerge.
See you there!
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Free weekly course to start your spiritual journey with Kundalini Meditation
**Welcome to our Free weekly course to start your spiritual journey with Kundalini Meditation!**
Join us at the **Gum Spring Library (Meeting Room A/B/C)** for an enlightening experience. This in-person event will introduce you to the ancient practice of Kundalini Meditation, guiding you towards self-discovery and inner peace.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your spiritual practice, this course is designed for all levels. Come and explore the transformative power of Kundalini Meditation with us!
FAQs
**What is the cost for the events?**
All Sahaja Yoga meditation events, classes, and workshops are offered free of cost and are open to all. Just as one cannot pay nature to sprout a seed, in the same way, Sahaja Yoga is a living process that cannot be paid for.
**What should I wear?**
We do not have a dress code, but recommend any decent, comfortable wear or smart casual wear.
**What do you typically do at a workshop or event?**
Our events are varied and diverse ranging from music and meditation to cultural and spiritual exhibitions and other creative explorations. We offer meditation at all our events. Depending on the event, our workshop focuses on a particular topic and then we provide guided meditation and offer simple techniques to maintain balance. These techniques may include the use of elements such as water and light that make the meditative experience very enjoyable. We also have time for questions and individual queries and teach how to meditate at home at each workshop..
**Do I need to bring anything?**
No, you’re fine. Just walk in and enjoy the event!
**I haven’t RSVP’d, can I still come for the event?**
Yes, you can, although we recommend you Register to make sure we have seats for you.
**I’ve attended a workshop. What next?**
To take full advantage of your experience with meditation, the next step would be to attend any of our regular meetings as we offer ongoing classes. Consider that when a plant is given water, it grows strong and healthy. In the same way, meditation cleanses and harmonizes one’s being, so attending a weekly collective meditation is the best way to bring lasting peace and well-being. We still encourage you to attend our diverse events that may appeal to you. There is always something interesting going on, so keep stopping by or checking our website.
**What is Sahaja Yoga?**
Sahaja Yoga is a meditation breakthrough founded by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi in 1970 and is based on ancient principles for the modern world. It begins with the awareness of one’s individual energy called, ‘kundalini.’ Once the kundalini is awakened within, the process of meditation becomes effortless and spontaneous, and this leads to complete peace and balance in life. With balance comes lasting joy and well-being of mind, body, emotions and spirit.
**Where can I attend a Sahaja Yoga event or class?**
You can check this website for upcoming events. Our free classes are offered nationwide and internationally. For classes in the D.C. Metro Area (Maryland, Virginia and D.C.), please visit [local ](http://%5Bhttp//www.dcsahajayoga.org/weekly-classes.html%5D(http://www.dcsahajayoga.org/weekly-classes.html) "\[http://www.dcsahajayoga.org/weekly-classes.html\](http://www.dcsahajayoga.org/weekly-classes.html)")[classes](http://%5Bhttps//www.dcsahajayoga.org/%5D(https://www.dcsahajayoga.org/) "\[https://www.dcsahajayoga.org/\](https://www.dcsahajayoga.org/)")
If you’re looking for classes out of state or abroad, you may visit [sahajayoga.org](http://sahajayoga.org/)
Still have questions feel free to contact us at 623-734-5952
Soulfull Spirit Saturday @ Light Works!
## Details
Soulfull Spirit Saturdays @ Light Works Spiritual Wellness Center!!
If you're looking for a place to go to hang out with light workers, spiritualists, teachers, seekers, readers, and pursuers of high [vibes....look](http://vibes....look) no further! The residents of Light Works Spiritual Wellness Center invite you to come join us for an afternoon on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Share conversation, meet new friends, enjoy some food, or simply come by and soak up the good vibes. Free to attend!
If you're interested in a reading or healing session, there will variety of practitioners (mediums, card readers, astrologists, animal communicators, energy healers, massage therapists, and more!) each month, offering their services at discounted rates. Simply stop by and sign up for a session or contact your practitioner directly to book ahead.
Our resident practitioners will be available, offering the following:
**Juli Richardson**
Juli is a certified psychic medium, Reiki master teacher, animal communicator, & founder of Light Works ([www.lightworks.biz](http://www.lightworks.biz)). For this event, she will be hanging out and enjoying the day with everyone!
**Tina Neuhaus**
Tina is a tarot reader and the owner of Destination Tarot ([fb.com/destinationtarot](http://fb.com/destinationtarot)). She found tarot to be instrumental in her own personal past trauma healing journey and transformative in aligning with her higher purpose. She's been reading professionally for roughly 10 years. Tina takes a therapeutic approach to readings, working with the shadow aspects of the self. She finds this to be essential for growth and empowerment, creating deeper self-awareness to engage with life from a place of strength. For this event, she will be offering 30 minute Midline Healing Sessions for $45. To pre-book: 719-930-9673 or [tinaneuhaus@gmail.com](http://tinaneuhaus@gmail.com)
**Dr Kirsten Wagner**
Kirsten is a clinical psychiatrist, tarot reader, and owner of **Circle of Life, MD**. In Kirsten's 30 years of practicing psychiatry, she discovered her love of tarot and that there are many roads that lead to healing. She offers a variety of services, both traditional and spiritual - individual and group psychotherapy, tarot & runes readings, and oracle/angel cards. For this event, she will be offering tarot readings for $30. To pre-book: 978-239-4945.
**\*\*\*Other residents may be added closer to the date of the event - check back later to see who will be attending this month and offering their services!\*\*\***
We're also excited to have the following guest practitioners joining us this month!!
**Amber Noelle**
Amber is an intuitive channel, a master certified hypnotherapist and a certified Reiki practitioner. Her spiritual journey was activated during during her teen years while living in Athens, Greece through a series of out of body experiences. These experiences set her on a quest to gain a deeper understanding of who she is, of what consciousness is and, ultimately, how to harness the infinite knowledge available to us all. Since that time, she has continued through many years of mentorship and self-study and is passionate about helping others navigate their own awakening. It is her intent to be in service to those who quest for self knowledge and to help those who long to get in touch with their own joy -- so they may live that joy to the fullest ([www.ambernoelle.com](http://www.ambernoelle.com)). For this event, she will be offering 20 minute Intuitive Tarot readings for $60. To pre-book: 703-470-9915 or [ambernoelle@gmail.com](http://ambernoelle@gmail.com)
**Kevin G**
Kevin is a certified psychic medium, Reiki practitioner, and just an overall good guy! His awareness of his psychic abilities began years ago with a sudden, unexpected, and OVERWHELMING sense of unconditional love for all beings. This experience came out of nowhere and had him feeling euphoric....which led him to embrace spirituality. Since then, he has become a seeker of understanding the love of Spirit and how to communicate with them for himself and for others. For this event, he will be offering 45 minute life path and mediumship readings for $50. To pre-book: 240-435-9514 or [[kevingpsychic@gmail.com](mailto:kevingpsychic@gmail.com)]
**Cheryl Giannelli**
Cheryl is a Crystal Intuitive\, Spirit Messenger\, Energy Healer\, and owner of Peace & Laughter\|The Soul's Journey \([https://www.peaceandlaughter.com](https://www.peaceandlaughter.com/)), who uses her Spiritual gifts to help others - to provide clarity, insight, and help them find balance in their lives. For over 10 years, Cheryl has supported her clients by supplying products at her Peace & Laughter Holistic Boutique as well as by offering intuitive guidance and spiritual insight. She offers a variety of services including readings, energy healing, and guided support. For this event, she will be offering 30 min Energetic Alliance Team readings and 30 min Chakra Connection readings for $44. For more information, or to pre-book: 571-229-0216 or [cheryl@peaceandlaughter.com](cheryl@peaceandlaughter.com)
**\*\*\*Guest practitioners will be added closer to the date of the event - check back later to see who will be attending and offering their services!\*\*\***
Come as you are or bring a friend! Hope to see you there!
Sahaja Yoga Meditation - In person workshops
This is introductory meditation for people who wants to learn basics of meditation. It's a free event held every week and everyone is welcome to join.
Weekend meditation - Every Sunday
This is an in-person event hosted by Sahaja Yoga meditation. We offer free meditation sessions and everyone is welcome to join and experience the peace within!
What's On Your Spiritual Bucket List
**What's on Your Spiritual Bucket List**
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So many of us have a bucket list of things we hope to do or achieve before we “kick the bucket”! But do we also need to consider creating a *spiritual* bucket list – not just a list of things we want to *do*, but of things we want to *be*? And do we wait to one day just become these things, or are these things we can – and should we – be working on right now, day by day?
What makes a bucket list meaningful is that it be a reflection of what you value and desire – a tool to help push ourselves to grow and develop and fulfill our highest aspirations. Things like skydiving, traveling, running a marathon, and buying a house are common to-do’s helping us achieve our material aspirations. But what about considering our ultimate to-do’s to fulfill our spiritual purpose? What if we aspired to grow spiritually, to be kinder and more virtuous people, to help others in need? Do we need to wait for some future time to do these things, or can we actually draw closer every day to achieving these goals through our daily choices and spiritual habits? What would it look like to live a life designed around reaching these spiritual goals and reaching our true, spiritual purpose? How can we support each other in checking off our spiritual bucket lists?
Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the deeper truths that unite us – as we discuss the spiritual perspective offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on fulfilling our spiritual purpose. Please join us for a lively discussion as we explore how we can each live a life of spiritual growth and fulfillment and create communities that support each and every one of us.
“*Material progress insures the happiness of the human world. Spiritual progress insures the happiness and eternal continuance of the soul.*” – Bahá’í Teachings
\*\*\* This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.
Weekend meditation - Every Saturday
This is an in-person event hosted by Sahaja Yoga meditation. We offer free meditation sessions and everyone is welcome to join and experience the peace within!
MEDITATION RETREAT: No Self, No Problem - Exploring Anatta
***\*Both In-Person & Private Live-Streaming***
**The word anatta** – which means no permanently abiding self – is at the very heart and core of Buddhist meditation practice, yet it is one of its most misunderstood concepts.
**When we explore anatta** through our meditation practice, it doesn’t mean we’re trying to get rid of who we are; it means we’re becoming more and more willing to see through the small, false, often negative ideas or beliefs of what we call “self.”
**In actuality,** we are so much bigger than who or what we think we are. In fact, we are not only vast, but constantly fluid and changing: new in each moment, and dying in each moment … much like waves on the ocean.
**During this silent meditation retreat,** we’ll be exploring anatta through various teachings, along with meditations designed to help us loosen our tenacious grip on the ego and sense of “self,” so that we can experience more freedom, peace, and ease in our lives.
**The format will include** both guided and silent meditation, a dharma talk, and walking meditation both inside and on the lovely, spacious church grounds. Lunch will be in silence, and participants are asked to bring their own.
**We’ll be gathering for our retreat on Saturday from 10 a.m. – 5:00 p.m** in the beautiful St. Francis Episcopal Church in Great Falls, VA. The peaceful interior is filled with large bright windows overlooking the great lawn and a canopy of trees. The expansive grounds include a special labyrinth, and many natural places to sit and walk.
**The format will include both guided and silent meditation**, a dharma talk, and walking meditation both inside and on the lovely, spacious church grounds. Lunch will be in silence, and participants are asked to bring their own.
**THE TEACHER:** Shell Fischer, founder and guiding teacher of Mindful Shenandoah (**[www.mindfulvalley.com](http://www.mindfulvalley.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExVFptRkN5cmpUVW9NWnlUaQEe04iYiwuuRDHGb8miRSO1_bG8Pdo-W2qefvsF41ER-Wr-PKZ7WKNnD_q03mg_aem_Hqz8SeHgbqFCh-0cegrr6Q)**) offers more than 30 years of extensive mindfulness training, study, and teaching. She is a Buddhist teacher, trained in the Tibetan Vajrayana tradition at Naropa University – the nation’s leading contemplative university – and in the Theravadan Vipassana (Insight) tradition by Dr. Tara Brach – one of the world’s foremost Insight teachers. She is a graduate of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction teacher-training program led by Jon Kabat-Zinn, founder of MBSR and the Stress Clinic at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center. Prior to teaching, Shell wrote about mindfulness and yoga for national magazines.
**While offering the teachings of Insight Meditation**, Shell places great emphasis on the metta (loving-kindness) practices. Her hope is to guide you in nurturing even more kindness and compassion for yourself, others, and for all the situations you find yourself in throughout your life, through the heart-teachings and practices of mindfulness meditation.
**Shell warmly welcomes the inclusion and participation** of people of diverse identities, including those of all races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities, classes, religions, abilities, and ages … with the aspiration that all feel welcome, safe, and respected as we practice together in community.
**When:** Sat., June 13, 2026, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (also available online)
**Where:** St. Francis Episcopal Church, 9220 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA 22066
**Fee:** $85 in-person/$40 online
**[LEARN MORE HERE](https://www.mindfulvalley.com/retreats/june-13-2026-meditation-retreat-no-self-no-problem-exploring-anatta/)**
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[Chloe](https://www.meetup.com/members/6537118)
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