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Inner Safety in an Uncertain World
**Inner Safety in an Uncertain World**
Thursdays, 7:15pm - 8:30pm
In a world that often feels uncertain and overwhelming, we naturally look for something to rely upon — yet so often our sources of security let us down. In this two-week series, we will explore the Kadampa Buddhist practice of refuge, a powerful method for discovering a stable, inner source of protection and peace.
Rather than turning outward, Buddha taught that real refuge is found within our own mind through developing wisdom, compassion, and inner strength. Through practical teachings and guided meditations, you will learn how to rely upon the Three Jewels — Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha — to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. This course is suitable for beginners and experienced meditators alike.
**Class Titles:**
June 11: What Is True Refuge? Finding Safety Within
June 18: Living in Refuge: Bringing Protection into Daily Life
**REGISTRATION**
Standard: $12 \| Financial Hardship: $6 \| Free for [Members](https://meditation-dc.org/membership/)
[Pre-Register Here](https://meditation-dc.org/thursday-evenings/)
Each class is available by drop in. Everyone is welcome to attend, no previous experience is required.
**LOCATION**
Kadampa Meditation Center DC
1200 Canal St\. SW \| Washington\, DC 20024
**Metro Stop:** Waterfront or Navy Yard
Secrets to Meditation: An Introduction to the Happiness Program
Discover the power of your breath to manage your mind and experience instant peace & calm.
Join a 60-minute free Workshop and get a glimpse of the Sudarshan KriyaTM-
The breathing technique that is revolutionizing the lives of millions.
What you’ll discover at ‘Beyond Breath’
✔ A taste of the Sudarshan KriyaTM, a breathing technique taught in the Happiness Program
✔ An instant energy booster that awakens & relaxes your mind - Take it home and practice daily!
✔ The peace & calm of a unique guided meditation
✔ Secret keys to manage your mind
✔ The power of surrounding yourself with positive, like-minded people.
You can use your breath to master your thoughts and emotions - the key to managing the quality of your day.
The Happiness Program
At the end of this workshop you may enroll into the Happiness Program (3 days, 3 hours each day) to learn the Sudarshan KriyaTM, a science-backed, rhythmic breathing technique through which you can:
Tap into a reservoir of energy and use it as you please!
Relieve deep-rooted stresses and anxieties
Uplevel your productivity
Overcome emotional blocks, move on from past events and shed limiting beliefs
Heal your body & gain power over your mind
Experience the true state of meditation
Learn more about the Happiness Program & the Sudarshan KriyaTM in our introductory workshop 'Secrets to Meditation'.
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Meditation Class: Unwind the Mind
Thursdays at 6:30pm
Take 30 minutes at the end of your day to unwind and connect to your potential for inner peace. Suitable for everyone, these meditation classes offer guided meditations and practical advice for improving the quality of our mental peace.
**Registration**
Each class is available by drop in. **Standard:** $5 **\| [Member Pricing:](https://meditation-dc.org/membership/) Free**
[Register Here](https://meditation-dc.org/thursday-night-rest-and-reflect/) Everyone is welcome to attend, no previous experience is required.
**LOCATION**
Kadampa Meditation Center DC
1200 Canal St\. SW \| Washington\, DC 20024
**Metro Stop:** Waterfront or Navy Yard
BEGINNING Tai Chi Starts May 3 and Thursday May 5
For the first half hour of class, beginners will learn 5 organ & spirit enlivening qigong exercises.
After a brief meditative walk, beginners will learn the first of six section of Lao (old) Yang tai chi chuan as taught by Teacher Lu Hung Bin.
Remember to wear comfortable loose-fitting clothing & flat comfortable shoes.
For more information, call 301-466-5894 or email: info@dancinginsilence.com
The Way of Words, Weaving and Crafting
Interested in meeting new people, discussing and/or learning some of the old lore? Do you have a craft project you are working on? Perhaps a spiritual craft, a coloring book, or a new favorite sweater??? If so, this is for you!
We have been discussing the Maria Kvilhaug books of late. Feel free to bring your own ideas.
Come join us for a few hours for crafts and discussion. Topics are not predetermined; however we have been discussing Seiðr (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sei%C3%B0r), writing alliterative verse, knitting, carving, painting, and fashioning ritual tools. You can come and meet people and share knowledge of your own craft!
We plan on meeting the second Wednesday of every month. This is a very laid back event where you can meet or talk with between 4 - 8 other like-minded souls.
Yin-Tastic Lunch: Savoring Midday Delights
Experience the ultimate relaxation with our 60-minute Yin & Restorative Yoga fusion class. This session combines the deep, meditative stretches of Yin Yoga with the soothing, supportive postures of Restorative Yoga.
During this class, you'll explore longer-held poses designed to release tension from deep within the muscles and connective tissues, promoting flexibility and calm. The Restorative elements enhance relaxation by incorporating props to fully support your body in gentle, nurturing positions, allowing for complete surrender and rejuvenation.
This practice is ideal for anyone seeking profound relaxation, stress relief, and a sense of inner peace. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to these styles, join us for an hour of blissful tranquility and restoration.
**The session is offered InStudio only. Sign up at www.piesfitnessyoga.com required at least two hours before class begins.**
The address is 1322 Prince St Alexandria, VA 22314.
Our entrance is located on the side of the building, parallel to West St. **Street parking is available and additional parking is located at Shiloh Baptist church, spaces 36,37,38,39.** The church is located across the street from the studio, on the corner of Duke St. and West St.
Fireside Healing Circle & Meditations
✨ **An Evening of Reflection, Renewal and Awakening** ✨
Join us for a transformative evening of healing, connection, and self-discovery. Gathered in sacred space around the glow of the fire, we will journey together through meditations designed to ground, restore, and awaken the spirit to purpose and loving service.
🌿 **What to Expect**
* Gentle, guided meditations (two new practices each gathering)
* Heartfelt sharing in a safe, supportive circle
* Space for authentic expression, deep listening, and mutual growth
* Meaningful spiritual insights and uplifting discussion
This is a gathering for anyone seeking peace, clarity, or community. All are welcome—simply bring an open mind and a respectful heart.
🔥 **When & Where**
* We typically meet twice each month on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays. Come as often—or as little—as your spirit calls.
* Weather permitting, we gather outdoors in the tipi or by the large fire circle. If needed, we will move indoors.
*
💫 **For First-Time Visitors**
* No prior experience is needed.
* Please arrive **15 minutes early** to settle in.
* You are welcome to walk the grounds or explore our crystal shop before the circle begins.
📍 **Directions**
* Address: **15406 Riding Stable Rd.** (property is at the end of a ½ mile driveway into the woods).
* You will cross a small stream—drive slowly (under 10 MPH) to keep dust down.
* Please be mindful of our neighbors and do not stop to interact with horses along the way.
*
💖 **Energy Exchange**
To help keep this gathering accessible, we invite an offering of **$15–$25**. If you feel called to contribute in another way, please reach out in advance.
With love and gratitude, we welcome you into this circle of renewal.
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Friday Curanderismo Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath For Ancestral Healing
# Cacao comes from a tree that has been used by Mexican, Central and South American indigenous cultures for spirituality and healing purposes. The main characteristic of this sacred medicine is opening the heart. During this ceremony we will practice the sacred ritual of drinking ceremonial grade cacao in its purest form to open our hearts to invite ancestral healing. Ceremony will be followed by a soothing and relaxing sound healing for you to bathe in the sounds of vibrational instruments. Everyone is welcome to join this ceremony.
In this Curanderismo Cacao Ceremony with Sacred Cacao we will respectfully honor the spirit of Cacao in the traditional ways from the Yucatan Peninsula. Ceremony will be lead by Jenny Perez a Curandera and Shamanic Healer who has worked together with her teacher and elders to facilitate Cacao Ceremonies in the most respectful way , honoring the spirit of Cacao and Los Abuelos de la tradicion (The Elders of the curanderismo tradition and guardians of the sacred cacao).\*\*\*No photography, video recording, or recording of any kind is permited during the ceremony without prior written and aproved authorization. No part of this ceremony or its entirety may be replicated or claimed as your own without legal writen concent from Jenny, Curanderas Heart, and her legal team. Failure to comply will result in legal action by Curanderas Heart legal team. Be respecful of this tradition and all the elders involved in making it possible to preserve this tradition and its sacred ways\*\*\*.
Start hydrating yourself a day before the Ceremony
\*\*IMPORTANT NOTE:\*\* It is possible to experience some side effects such as nausea, sweating, headache, and nervousness with overconsumption of cacao. Please consult with your doctor before consuming ceremonial Cacao. This ceremony is not for people who are pregnant and/or have a heart condition or if taking SSRIs medications.
What you may experience during this ceremony:
Heart Opening and Heart Expansion
Connection with your heart and emotions
Transformation
Chakra Balancing
Deep healing of emotional wounds, grief, and traumas
Ability to connect to your higher self, and ancestors.
Improve emotional balance.
Increased feelings of joy, happiness, and inner peace
Ability to create self-love and improve relationships.
What to bring:
Your own water bottle
Comfortable clothes to lay down
An Eye Mask or bandanda if you have one
Your own yoga mat or use one at the studio
Your own blanket or use one at the studio
Optional:A small offering for the altar such as a piece of fruit or flower
About Jenny Perez Curandera: Jenny is a full time Curandera and Shamanic Healer. Her core values are to LIVE IN HARMONY with great spirit, the elements, nature, animals and people. DO NO HARM TO OTHER PEOPLE, PLANTS OR ANIMALS. In the traditional Curanderismo that Jenny practices the foundation is LOVE AND RESPECT to the spirit world, towards animals,plants, people,free will and the elders who guard the curanderismo tradition (Los Abulitos de la tradicion).
Private bookings are available for ancestral healings,energy clearing , energy balancing and tarot readings. If you would like to book a private energy session or tarot reading before/after ceremony send an email to [healing@curanderasheart.com](mailto:healing@curanderasheart.com) or text (703)531-7046 ( Visit our site for more information on our upcoming ancestral healing ceremonies, trauma release ceremonies, cacao ceremonies, full moon ceremonies, women circles, breathwork sessions and energy clearing ceremonies to bring balance to mind, body and spirit) Stay connected via IG @curanderasheart
Curanderas Heart is located in the Westover Village in Arlington VA . 5852 Washington Blvd unit 5 Arlington VA at a walkable neighborhood with food options and street parking. Space is limited allowing all of our events to have an intimate vibe. Due to limited space pre registration and arriving on time is very important.
DATE: Fridays
TIME: 7:30pm-9:30pm Doors will open 30 minutes early ARRIVE ON TIME TO SET UP YOUR SPOT. DON'T KNOCK ON THE DOOR OR DISTURB THE SESSION. ONCE THE DOOR IS CLOSED IT MEANS SESSION IS ALREADY IN PROCESS AND IT WILL NOT OPEN UNTIL THE SESSION IS OVER.
Energy Exchange: $88
Address: 5852 Washington Blvd unit5 Arlington VA 22205
Info: WWW.CURANDERASHEART.COM
[healing@curanderasheart.com](mailto:healing@curanderasheart.com)
703\. 531\.7046 call or text
What you may experience during this session: Improve emotional balance, Increased feelings of joy, happiness, and inner peace. Ability to create self-love and improve relationships
\*\*\*\*Cancellation Policy: Due to the extensive time and effort that it takes to prepare the sacred Cacao there are no refunds for missed or cancelled reservations.\*\*\*\*
Sunday Curanderismo Cacao Ceremony & Sound Bath For Ancestral Healing
Cacao comes from a tree that has been used by Mexican, Central and South American indigenous cultures for spirituality and healing purposes. The main characteristic of this sacred medicine is opening the heart. During this ceremony we will practice the sacred ritual of drinking ceremonial grade cacao in its purest form to open our hearts to invite ancestral healing. Ceremony will be followed by a soothing and relaxing sound healing for you to bathe in the sounds of vibrational instruments. Everyone is welcome to join this ceremony.
In this Curanderismo Cacao Ceremony with Sacred Cacao we will respectfully honor the spirit of Cacao in the traditional ways from the Yucatan Peninsula. Ceremony will be lead by Jenny Perez a Curandera and Shamanic Healer who has worked together with her teacher and elders to facilitate Cacao Ceremonies in the most respectful way , honoring the spirit of Cacao and Los Abuelos de la tradicion (The Elders of the curanderismo tradition and guardians of the sacred cacao).\*\*\*No photography, video recording, or recording of any kind is permited during the ceremony without prior written and aproved authorization. No part of this ceremony or its entirety may be replicated or claimed as your own without legal writen concent from Jenny, Curanderas Heart, and her legal team. Failure to comply will result in legal action by Curanderas Heart legal team. Be respecful of this tradition and all the elders involved in making it possible to preserve this tradition and its sacred ways\*\*\*.
Start hydrating yourself a day before the Ceremony
\*\*IMPORTANT NOTE:\*\* It is possible to experience some side effects such as nausea, sweating, headache, and nervousness with overconsumption of cacao. Please consult with your doctor before consuming ceremonial Cacao. This ceremony is not for people who are pregnant and/or have a heart condition or if taking SSRIs medications.
What you may experience during this ceremony:
Heart Opening and Heart Expansion
Connection with your heart and emotions
Transformation
Chakra Balancing
Deep healing of emotional wounds, grief, and traumas
Ability to connect to your higher self, and ancestors.
Improve emotional balance.
Increased feelings of joy, happiness, and inner peace
Ability to create self-love and improve relationships.
What to bring:
Your own water bottle
Comfortable clothes to lay down
An Eye Mask or bandanda if you have one
Your own yoga mat or use one at the studio
Your own blanket or use one at the studio
Optional:A small offering for the altar such as a piece of fruit or flower
About Jenny Perez Curandera: Jenny is a full time Curandera and Shamanic Healer. Her core values are to LIVE IN HARMONY with great spirit, the elements, nature, animals and people. DO NO HARM TO OTHER PEOPLE, PLANTS OR ANIMALS. In the traditional Curanderismo that Jenny practices the foundation is LOVE AND RESPECT to the spirit world, towards animals,plants, people,free will and the elders who guard the curanderismo tradition (Los Abulitos de la tradicion).
Private bookings are available for ancestral healings,energy clearing , energy balancing and tarot readings. If you would like to book a private energy session or tarot reading before/after ceremony send an email to [healing@curanderasheart.com](mailto:healing@curanderasheart.com) or text (703)531-7046 ( Visit our site for more information on our upcoming ancestral healing ceremonies, trauma release ceremonies, cacao ceremonies, full moon ceremonies, women circles, breathwork sessions and energy clearing ceremonies to bring balance to mind, body and spirit) Stay connected via IG @curanderasheart
Curanderas Heart is located in the Westover Village in Arlington VA . 5852 Washington Blvd unit 5 Arlington VA at a walkable neighborhood with food options and street parking. Space is limited allowing all of our events to have an intimate vibe. Due to limited space pre registration and arriving on time is very important.
DATE: SUNDAY
TIME: 1pm-3pm Doors will open 30 minutes early ARRIVE ON TIME TO SET UP YOUR SPOT. DON'T KNOCK ON THE DOOR OR DISTURB THE SESSION. ONCE THE DOOR IS CLOSED IT MEANS SESSION IS ALREADY IN PROCESS AND IT WILL NOT OPEN UNTIL THE SESSION IS OVER.
Energy Exchange: $88
Address: 5852 Washington Blvd unit5 Arlington VA 22205
Info: WWW.CURANDERASHEART.COM
[healing@curanderasheart.com](mailto:healing@curanderasheart.com)
703\. 531\.7046 call or text
What you may experience during this session: Improve emotional balance, Increased feelings of joy, happiness, and inner peace. Ability to create self-love and improve relationships
\*\*\*\*Cancellation Policy: Due to the extensive time and effort that it takes to prepare the sacred Cacao there are no refunds for missed or cancelled reservations.\*\*\*\*
快乐之学--《广论》研讨
踏入《广论》研讨班,对许多人来说是开启生命转变的契机。或许您也会好奇:在繁忙的工作与生活之余,投入时间研读佛教经典,究竟能为人生带来哪些实质的成长与收获?
《广论》研讨班秉持着日常老和尚以心灵提升、圆满生命的目标,提供大众身、心、灵健康的学习环境与循序渐进的佛法课程。学员通过听师父的录音带和研讨交流,对佛法建立整体认识,全面的理解,同时学习如何将佛法智慧运用于生活中,打造幸福人生。
**《菩提道次第广论》简介**
佛法大全,给与您心灵滋养,人生方向
次第井然,引领您脚踏实地,步步向上
心智科学,帮助您认识自己,了解他人
幸福教育,教会您正确取舍,离苦得乐
生命教育,陪伴您创造希望,走向美好
Curanderismo Womb Healing Ceremony with Cacao
**What generational trauma are you storing in your uterus? Do you find yourself repeating the same story of your mother's or grandmother's life? If the answer is yes, then this ceremony may help you break generational trauma passed down to you by previous generations.**
**The Womb holds ancestral memories from past generations, and it can store trauma and imbalances affecting your everyday life. A balanced womb promotes regular menstruation cycles, fertility and emotional healing. During this ceremony we will drink sacred cacao and connect with our sacred uterus. Womb healing ceremonies are exclusive for women only , for all other ceremonies please check our schedule.**
**What you may experience during this session:**
-Activation of your womb promoting deep healing of emotional wounds, grief and traumas stored in your womb
-Ancestral Healing and connection to your ancestors
-Connect with your feminine energy and intuition
-Ability to create self-love and improve relationships
**What to bring:**
-Your own water bottle
-A Yoga mat (or use one at the studio)
-A blanket ( or use one at the studio)
-Eye mask (if you have one)
-Comfortable clothes to breathe and lay down
\- \(optional\) Small offering for the altar like a small piece of fruit or flower\.
**About Jenny Perez Curandera:** Jenny is a full time Curandera and Shamanic Healer. Her core values are to LIVE IN HARMONY with great spirit, the elements, nature, animals and people. DO NO HARM TO OTHER PEOPLE, PLANTS OR ANIMALS. In the traditional Curanderismo that Jenny practices the foundation is LOVE AND RESPECT to the spirit world, towards animals,plants, people,free will and the elders who guard the curanderismo tradition (Los Abulitos de la tradicion).
Curanderas Heart is located in the Westover Village in Arlington VA . 5852 Washington Blvd unit 5 Arlington VA at a walkable neighborhood with plenty of food options and street parking. Space is limited allowing all of our events to have an intimate vibe. Due to limited space pre registration and arriving on time is very important.
\*\*IMPORTANT NOTE:\*\* It is possible to experience some side effects such as nausea, sweating, headache, and nervousness with overconsumption of cacao. Please consult with your doctor before consuming ceremonial Cacao. This ceremony is not for people who are pregnant and/or have a heart condition or if taking SSRIs medications.
\*\*No photography, video recording, or recording of any kind is permited during the ceremony without prior written and aproved authorization from Jenny Perez, Curanderas Heart, and her legal team. Failure to comply will result in legal action by Curanderas Heart legal team.
**DATE: SATURDAYS**
**TIME: 1:30pm-3:30pm Doors will open 30 minutes early ARRIVE ON TIME TO SET UP YOUR SPOT. PLEASE DON'T KNOCK ON THE DOOR OR DISTURB THE SESSION. ONCE THE DOOR IS LOCK IT MEANS SESSION IS ALREADY IN PROCESS AND IT WILL NOT OPEN UNTIL THE SESSION IS OVER.**
**Energy Exchange: $88**
**Address: 5852 Washington Blvd unit5 Arlington VA 22205**
**Info: WWW.CURANDERASHEART.COM**
\*\*[healing@curanderasheart.com**](http://healing@curanderasheart.com**/ "http://healing@curanderasheart.com**/")
**703\. 531\.7046 call or text**
For more information, contact Jenny at:
Website: [www.curanderasheart.com](http://www.curanderasheart.com/ "http://www.curanderasheart.com/") Email: [healing@curanderasheart.com](mailto:healing@curanderasheart.com)
Phone:703-531-7046 (call or text)
**\*\*\*\*Cancellation Policy: There are no refunds for missed, canceled reservations or if you arrive after session has already started\*\*\*\***
Zen Film and Potluck
We are having our annual Zen potluck and film showing instead of meditation tonight. We are watching [Thich Nhat Hanh's Walk with Me ](https://plumvillage.org/walk-with-me)following eating. We are inviting other sanghas and communities to attend.
We have a potluck sign-up. Our film starts at 6:30 and all are invited.
For more information and to sign up for the potluck, go [HERE](https://www.joyfulmindzendo.org/calendar/https/wwwjoyfulmindzendo-bh9w9)
Questions? [Registration@joyfulmindzendo.org](registration@joyfulmindzendo.org)
**[Who we are](registration@joyfulmindzendo.org)**
[Joyful Mind Zen Community ](https://www.joyfulmindzendo.org/)offers Zen practice, teaching, sitting, and walking meditation on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays in our Rockville Zendo.
If you have questions or are attending for the first time, feel free to reach out.
Experience the HU — The Sound of Soul
* **Would you like to look deeper into the source of life?**
* **Do you want to find your own answers to everyday questions?**
* **Singing HU can bring you Love, Happiness, and Stability**
**You’re warmly invited to join us at our**
**Friday HU Chant at 7:00 pm**
**You will be welcome to chant out loud or simply listen, whatever is right for you. The chant lasts about 20 minutes, followed by brief contemplative time and conversation with others of like heart.**
**Attend In-Person at:**
**The Maryland Eckankar Center**
**1738 Elton Rd., Suite 104**
**Silver Spring, MD 20903**
**(Doors open at 6:30 pm)**
**Check out our local events at [EckankarMaryland.org](http://eckankarmaryland.org)**
**For more information:**
**Call or text: (301) 439-2120**
**MEC@eckankarmaryland.org**
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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Discover Inner Engineering in Columbus
Discover Inner Engineering in Columbus!
Saturday June 13th
Choose a location & Time:
Holiday Inn Express : 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rangoli -The Indian Mall: 7:00 PM -8:00 PM
[RSVP](https://innerengineering.sadhguru.org/columbus?fbclid=IwdGRzaASVdldjbGNrBJV2TmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHmTH5dVmwyksT8x39dKxCZZPJm96hYF7q4m6CmzfjsgJ14o3X4jux71er_mq_aem_W51vRnuLMzlDtxYJWPuqKg&sfnsn=wa)
THE BEAST/ La Bête (2023)
In the year 2044, in the age of AI, a woman named Gabrielle (Seydoux) tries to purify her DNA by purging the inherited memories of her past lives. She (re)lives her life in 1910 Paris and 2014 Los Angeles, and as the procedure goes on, the lines between her worlds become blurred. These three timelines have a lot of connective tissue holding them together; certain symbols and motifs appear repeatedly, not to mention Mackay’s Louis, a figure whom Gabrielle seems drawn to in each lifetime.
*The Beast / La Bête* can be streamed for free on Kanopy or the Criterion Channel. It's also available for rent on Amazon Prime, AppleTV and YouTube.
Fundamentals: by do Jung Ishu/ the art of fighting
We are a real world Martial arts group. \
Called DO JUNG ISHU (the art of fighting) \
Based off of Jeet kune do we just continued where Bruce Lee left off. \
We have been around a while. \
Every week we get together and work technical skills and full contact spar. \
Almost all of the instructors have been in everything from street fights to the ring and some still compete in cage fighting. \
If you want to take your skills up, improve your confidence, gain self defense skills, get in better shape, test yourself or just want to kill some time and possibly get hit a bit come on down. \
We will be located at 3923 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214 Outside in the grass between the playground and horseshoe area. our instructors are normally in a black and red art of fighting shirt \ if you can not find us call or text me at 6143570295
Saturday 1:30pm Wednesday 5:45pm
From Age 16 and up. attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian with them. \
Wear workout clothes. \
Bring a MOUTHPIECE! \
WE HAVE GLOVES. \
$10 per class
$5 per class if you are wearing a club shirt
Club shirts are $25
Hope to see you soon. \
let me know if you have any questions :)
Stalker
Based on the novel Roadside Picnic, it is NO picnic, but rather one of the masterpieces of world cinema. Andrei Tarkovsky's 1979 Soviet sci-fi classic, recounts the expedition of a writer and professor led by a mysterious guide called "The Stalker." to a futuristic wasteland called "The Zone." Dripping with existential dread, it continually presents strange occurrences that will have us debating the meaning of what we've just viewed right through the ending.
*Stalker* (1979) can be streamed for free on HBOMax, the Criterion Channel or Kanopy. It's also available for rent on Amazon Prime and AppleTV. The Columbus Library has two copies on disc.
Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Main Library, Meeting Room 2B
What does it mean to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world?
In this gathering, we'll continue our series on the Sermon on the Mount from a mystical perspective. Together we’ll explore Matthew 5:13–16, looking not only to the passage as moral instruction, but also to the deeper transformation of consciousness that Jesus invites. Together we'll reflect on how spiritual awakening changes the way we see ourselves, others, and the world around us.
Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection.
All backgrounds are welcome.
Free Introduction to Inner Engineering in Columbus
Discover Inner Engineering in Columbus!
Saturday June 13th
Choose a location & Time:
Holiday Inn Express : 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rangoli -The Indian Mall: 7:00 PM -8:00 PM
[RSVP](https://innerengineering.sadhguru.org/columbus?fbclid=IwdGRzaASVdldjbGNrBJV2TmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHmTH5dVmwyksT8x39dKxCZZPJm96hYF7q4m6CmzfjsgJ14o3X4jux71er_mq_aem_W51vRnuLMzlDtxYJWPuqKg&sfnsn=wa)




















