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Aerial Relaxation Pods - Sound Journey Gong Bath Meditation in Hammocks
**London's first multi-sensory aerial relaxation experience with live ambient music, gongs, aromatherapy and aerial hammocks. An Oasis of Calm in our Busy Lives.**
# Aerial Relaxation Pods - Sound Journey Gong Bath Meditation in Hammocks
### **ABOUT AERIAL RELAXATION PODS™**
London's first **multi-sensory aerial relaxation experience with a short guided meditation, live ambient music: gongs, crystal bowls, vocals, other live instruments and nurturing electronica, aromatherapy eye pillows and scents, sky-blue silky aerial hammocks** to soothe your stresses away and lift your spirit!
**A very unique, next level sound journey experience!**
*"An oasis of calm in our busy lives."*
Londoners stressed out by their busy lives can now turn to Aerial Relaxation Pods™ to transform their tension to calm, and restore the body’s natural healing wisdom.
***(please confirm all dates / times / venue via eventbrite. Not all dates are correct on meetup!)***
**PLEASE NOTE:** Please book via eventbrite. There are very limited spaces, and no sales on the door. an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket!
**For more information and bookings:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aerial-relaxation-pods-sound-journey-gong-bath-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-84883457707?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aerial-relaxation-pods-sound-journey-gong-bath-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-84883457707?aff=oddtdtcreator)
*“Our pods are here to help Londoners relax. As a former teacher myself, I am fully aware of just how busy and stressed a lot of people are. And most of us just don't find the time to unwind. Our **Aerial Relaxation Pods** are going to help you alleviate stress, providing time & space to allow your body to deeply rest, harmonising your nervous system. You’ll feel rejuvenated and refreshed after one session.” -* Seth Newman, co-founder of Aerial Relaxation Pods**™**.
LONDON HUMANIST CHOIR REHEARSAL
New members welcome. We are a 4 part choir with a life-affirming, humanist focus.
We're a friendly bunch, and the singers in your section will help you get started and feel welcome. New members will be able to borrow printed music.
We do perform both formally and informally, and our varied repertoire supports this.
For regular attendees, please print out your music, which is available in the [members section of our site](https://london.humanistchoir.org/groups/library/buddydrive/). If you need access, contact Laurence. ([members@london.humanistchoir.org](mailto:members@london.humanistchoir.org)).
For more information see the [Join Us](https://london.humanistchoir.org/join/) page , or listen to the choir on our [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@LondonHumanistChoir).
We always allow potential members to try us out for a couple of weeks. We do not hold auditions. By all means message with any queries.
**Term Dates (6 a year) SPRING/SUMMER 2026**
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* THIS TERM - Tuesday 14 April until 19 May
* TERM AFTER THAT - 2 June to EARLY JULY
Current repertoire:
Yesterday (Beatles)
Gold (from Once)
Think About Things
Obladi Oblada (Beatles)
Too Sweet
When the Earth Stands Still
more to come
Tuesday club night session - Advanced players only
Hi all
(Please note the session price is now £12)
We are a small, competitive but friendly badminton club who are playing at Swiss cottage leisure centre in London on Tuesdays. We are opening up a few spots each week for advanced players only to attend our members club night session with a view hopefully to joining the club permanently. Any known members of other clubs that have no intention of joining the club who sign up will not be allowed to attend. We play on 4 courts at Swiss cottage leisure centre from 8-10pm. We play with feather shuttles and charge £12 per session. Please transfer your guest fee to our club account prior to attending and send an email to us at info@crescentbadminton.co.uk and pay it to the details below:
The Crescent Badminton Club
Sort Code: 40-05-33
Account Number: 11372297
We normally go to the pub after each session for a well-deserved beer!
For any more information please contact info@crescentbadminton.co.uk or visit our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CrescentBadmintonClub
Please note that we do not accept any responsibility for personal injury, stolen or damaged property or any other damage occurred in our club sessions.
Late Cancellations Penalty:
Cancel after 30 hours before the event, ie 2pm on Monday. £6 fee will be added on the next visit.
No Show Fees:
Full fee £12 will be added to the profile on the next visit.
Unique Combined Process Retreat
**UNIQUE COMBINED PROCESS RETREAT**
**March \| April \| May \| June \| Sept \| Oct \| Nov 2026**
Dear Constellation Explorer,
We’re delighted to invite you to a unique 3-day retreat that brings together two powerful healing modalities: **Systemic & Family Constellations** and **Ceremonial Plant-Spirit Work**. This immersive experience is designed to support deep emotional healing, release of trauma, and reconnection with your inner wisdom.
Whether you are seeking **personal growth**, **support of your spiritual awakening journey** or **facing emotional challenges**, even if they are life-long, participants in the Combined Process are **reporting major shifts and breakthroughs** in many aspects of life.
✨ **What Awaits You:**
• **Healing Fusion** – Masterfully facilitated constellation sessions alongside traditional plant-spirit ceremony
• **Trauma Release** – Space to address long-held emotional imprints, PTSD, depression, and complex trauma
• **Small Group Setting** – Intimate circle of max 8 participants held by 4 experienced facilitators
• **Sacred Integration** – Deeply guided work and personal support throughout the process
• **Nature Immersion** – Held in beautiful, sun-drenched natural locations across Europe
This retreat is not just a healing space — it’s an invitation to **transform your life** by reconnecting with what’s real, raw, and ready to be released.
🌀 **Who is it for?**
• Those committed to their inner work
• Seekers ready to open to new levels of self-awareness and growth
• Professionals looking to deepen their own process in a safe, sacred setting
📩 **Enrollment is by application only**, to ensure the retreat is aligned with your needs. Attending is subject to a personal interview via Zoom.
**Retreat Price is €895** (£777) including all **3-day sessions, ceremony, medicine and 3 meals a day** \- not including flights or accommodation\. £200 enrolment deposit is required to reserve your place\, the remaining fee will be paid onsite in Euros\.
👉 To request full retreat details and apply, email us at: **nature@earth.is**
Are you ready to take the next step on your healing path?
We would be honoured to hold space for you.
Great Pub Conversations @ Liverpool St
Join us for a drink at **Hamilton Hall Wetherspoon,** Liverpool Street Station. 4pm onwards, but all welcome to come anytime after work. Cheers 😃
Nonfiction Bookclub: The Cheese and the Worms by Carlo Ginzburg
**New members of all ages always welcome!**
The Cheese and the Worms is an incisive study of popular culture in the sixteenth century as seen through the eyes of one man, the miller known as Menocchio, who was accused of heresy during the Inquisition and sentenced to death. Carlo Ginzburg uses the trial records to illustrate the religious and social conflicts of the society Menocchio lived in. For a common miller, Menocchio was surprisingly literate. In his trial testimony he made references to more than a dozen books, including the Bible, Boccaccio's Decameron, Mandeville's Travels, and a "mysterious" book that may have been the Koran. And what he read he recast in terms familiar to him, as in his own version of the creation: "All was chaos, that is earth, air, water, and fire were mixed together; and of that bulk a mass formed-just as cheese is made out of milk-and worms appeared in it, and these were the angels." Ginzburg's influential book has been widely regarded as an early example of the analytic, case-oriented approach known as microhistory. In a thoughtful new preface, Ginzburg offers his own corollary to Menocchio's story as he considers the discrepancy between the intentions of the writer and what gets written. The Italian miller's story and Ginzburg's work continue to resonate with modern readers because they focus on how oral and written culture are inextricably linked. Menocchio's 500-year-old challenge to authority remains evocative and vital today.
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Italian for beginners (free)
**This event is perfect for beginners looking to learn Italian in a casual and supportive environment. Join us to practice conversation skills, vocabulary, and pronunciation while connecting with others who share a love for the Italian language and culture.**
**Whether you are planning a trip to Italy or simply want to expand your language skills, this Meetup is the perfect place to immerse yourself in all things Italian.**
**Let's learn together and have fun while doing it!**
## 🕒 Agenda of the Event
**1\. Benvenuti & Icebreaker**
* **The Warm-up:** Grab a drink, settle in, and meet your fellow learners.
* **Intro in Italian:** I will provide a simple "cheat sheet" so everyone can introduce themselves in Italian right away, even if it's your very first time!
**2\. Speed Greeting "Mini\-Talks"**
* **Asking & Answering:** We will learn some essential questions (Where are you from? Why are you learning Italian? How are you?...).
* **Rotation:** We’ll practice these in pairs, to build your confidence and help you learn everyone's names.
**3\. Interactive Learning & Games**
* **The "Survival Kit" Challenge:** We’ll play games focused on "Useful Sentences" for travelers—how to order a coffee like a pro, ask for directions, or say "I don't understand!"
* **Pronunciation Focus:** While we play, I’ll share some reading and pronunciation rules.
**4\. Music & Culture**
* **Italian Vibes:** We’ll listen to a short snippet of a famous Italian song and try to spot some of the words we learned.
* **Q&A:** A relaxed moment to ask any questions about Italian culture, travel tips, or tricky grammar.
**5\. Wrap\-up & Socializing**
* Virtual high-fives and info about our next themed meetup!
Francesca Pittau is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
[https://us04web.zoom.us/j/74179075681?pwd=03FukYS4np48XhFwIYudX1vjipiaZq.1](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us04web.zoom.us/j/74179075681?pwd%3D03FukYS4np48XhFwIYudX1vjipiaZq.1&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw10jrZPIq4_JtNu9UhiYwP-)
Meeting ID: 741 7907 5681
Passcode: 0S3xsb
URBAN RETREAT: Transformational Wellness - Ecstatic Dance London
Join us for these monthly transformational rite-of-passage urban retreats from Winter Solstice 2025 to Summer Solstice 2026.
**One Day/3-Month Bundle/Full 6-Month Pass**
**One Saturday a Month 11:45am-9:45pm**
Step into a day of movement, breath, cacao ceremony, nervous system reset, and ritual.
**Book a single day, a season, or walk the full path.**
**Please note:** Meetup has incorrect dates. Please confirm the correct date via Eventbrite. Thank you!
**More information & booking:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1977608427041?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1977608427041?aff=oddtdtcreator)
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**URBAN RETREATS** – Join us for our Epic Transformational Day Retreats
You’ll build emotional resilience, deepen body awareness, strengthen boundaries, unlock creativity, and reconnect with your natural vitality.
Each of our all day gatherings offers tools to release stress, regulate your nervous system, expand your relational confidence, and reconnect with joy through movement, breath and ritual.
Participants often describe feeling clearer, softer, more alive, and more connected to themselves and community.
**How can you join?**
• One Day Pass – book the exact date(s) you want
• 3-Month Bundle – choose any 3 dates (consecutive or non-consecutive)
• Full 6-Month Pass – attend the entire journey
All events are alcohol-free, drug-free, phone-free and open to all levels.
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**DATES**
**All events run approx 11:45am–10pm**
• Sat 20 December 2025 — Winter Solstice Gathering
• Sat 24 January 2026 — The Ritual
• Sat 21 February 2026 — The Big Love Experience
• Sat 21 March 2026 — TRYBE®
• Sat 25 April 2026 — Rebellious Spirit
• Sat 23 May 2026 — The Ritual (Return)
• Sat 20 June 2026 — Summer Solstice Gathering
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**WHAT HAPPENS EACH MONTH**
**Each gathering follows a 3-part structure:**
**1\. Morning Workshop \(11:45am–2:30pm\)**
Depending on the month:
Creative Flow Dojo® / Tantric Trance Dance / Bioenergetic Alchemy / TRYBE® Trance Dance / Rebellious Spirit Movement / etc.
Sessions include: guided creativity, shamanic trance dance, bioenergetics, emotional release, embodiment, movement meditation.
**2\. Afternoon Workshop \(3:30pm–5:45pm\)**
A mix of Conscious Connections practices, Ritual Breathwork, Bioenergetic Breathwork, inner-work processes or relational embodied practices.
**3\. Evening Ecstatic Dance \+ Cacao \(7pm–9:45pm\)**
A no-talking, phone-free ecstatic dance with cacao ceremony. Featuring different genre events.
Always includes: cacao ceremony + optional fruit social.
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**THE THEMES MONTH BY MONTH**
DEC — Winter Solstice: Envision 2026 + Ritual Breath + MEDICINA
JAN — The Ritual: Tantric Trance Dance + Ritual Breath + SHAMANIC BASS TEMPLE
FEB — The Big Love Experience: Bioenergetic Alchemy + Breath of Love + MY ECSTATIC ODYSSEY
MAR — TRYBE®: Shamanic Trance Dance + Rage Ritual™ + PRANA MYSTIC
APR — Rebellious Spirit: Embodiment + Bioenergetics & Breathwork + RIGHT HERE RIGHT NOW
MAY — The Ritual (Return): Tantric Trance Dance + Ritual Breath + SHAMANIC BASS TEMPLE
JUN — Summer Solstice: Trance Dance + Breathwork + MEDICINA
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**TICKET OPTIONS**
**FULL DAY PASS** (Standard Single Day)
• Full Day – £60
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**3-MONTH SEASON BUNDLE**
Choose any 3 months across the cycle.
Attend the full days on those dates.
• 3 x Bundle Price: £150 (Save £30)
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**FULL 6-MONTH PASS — THE SOLSTICE PATH**
Your complete transformational arc from darkness to height of summer.
Includes:
• All 7 full-day gatherings: £245 (Save £105)
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**WHO THESE EVENTS ARE FOR**
• Anyone craving deeper embodiment, clarity and community
• Ecstatic dancers, creatives, seekers, and stressed Londoners
• People wanting structure, ritual and soulful modern practice
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Voodoo Returns *NEW VENUE*
VOODOO IS BACK!! 🎊🥳 with a trial run at a new venue located near London Bridge: RAE'S (formally known as Omeara)
Ticket link:
https://www.universe.com/events/voodoo-london-new-beginnings-trial-run-new-venue-2026-tickets-2MTN57?fbclid=IwT01FWAQ3D39leHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR6dhojnB4Owmu497RRagVkcWhv_C2SbF2-p9xjpAXxuuyCi9GXNUjBXznglIw_aem_55nY2oZENlBAFfOrKx0tNA
The plan is to meet at The Rose & Crown nearby the venue at 8pm then head to Voodoo around 10pm so first timers and old timers are more than welcome to join 🍻 will drop my number on the day if you need to contact me
***DISCLAIMER*
Whilst we aim to be rock & roll and metal as f🤬, we have a ZERO tolerance policy on harassment. Let's keep the aggression to the mosh pit. Please keep an eye on how much you've had to drink and be respectful to other members. Any problems, come and see me 🖤
Can't wait to see you all 🤘🏾
Darren
Mystic of the Month
An experimental session exploring a different mystic from Eastern and Western spirituality, and spiritual practices inspired by their lives. This month, we will go on a spiritual journey, discovering the philosophy, poetry and music by Mirabai and St Teresa of Avila.
Heartspaces at Essex Hall is a vibrant and welcoming Unitarian hub in central London, open to spiritual seekers, existing Unitarians and curious newcomers. The Heartspaces programme is a series of weekly spiritual gatherings led by Unitarian ministers and volunteers across London. From regular pagan ceremonies to the spirituality events every Thursday evening, Heartspaces encourages people to gather, share and discover together. Whether you are a seasoned Unitarian, a spiritual searcher or simply curious, find your space to grow.
Rock & Metal Line Dancing @ The Big Red
The Imperial Palace of Big Red is hosting another evening of Heavy Metal Hoedown on Thursday the 23rd April 2026.
The event is free to attend and no dancing experience is needed. You can also choose to just join us and watch. Dancing is not mandatory. :)
Start time is at 8pm, but we'll be there from 7pm for drinks and chat. :)
This is a mixed event, guests welcome!
If you would like to join the Whatsapp group, please message an organiser.
Aerial Relaxation Pods - Sound Journey Gong Bath Meditation in Hammocks
**London's first multi-sensory aerial relaxation experience with live ambient music, gongs, aromatherapy and aerial hammocks. An Oasis of Calm in our Busy Lives.**
# Aerial Relaxation Pods - Sound Journey Gong Bath Meditation in Hammocks
### **ABOUT AERIAL RELAXATION PODS™**
London's first **multi-sensory aerial relaxation experience with a short guided meditation, live ambient music: gongs, crystal bowls, vocals, other live instruments and nurturing electronica, aromatherapy eye pillows and scents, sky-blue silky aerial hammocks** to soothe your stresses away and lift your spirit!
**A very unique, next level sound journey experience!**
*"An oasis of calm in our busy lives."*
Londoners stressed out by their busy lives can now turn to Aerial Relaxation Pods™ to transform their tension to calm, and restore the body’s natural healing wisdom.
***(please confirm all dates / times / venue via eventbrite. Not all dates are correct on meetup!)***
**PLEASE NOTE:** Please book via eventbrite. There are very limited spaces, and no sales on the door. an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket!
**For more information and bookings:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aerial-relaxation-pods-sound-journey-gong-bath-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-84883457707?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/aerial-relaxation-pods-sound-journey-gong-bath-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-84883457707?aff=oddtdtcreator)
*“Our pods are here to help Londoners relax. As a former teacher myself, I am fully aware of just how busy and stressed a lot of people are. And most of us just don't find the time to unwind. Our **Aerial Relaxation Pods** are going to help you alleviate stress, providing time & space to allow your body to deeply rest, harmonising your nervous system. You’ll feel rejuvenated and refreshed after one session.” -* Seth Newman, co-founder of Aerial Relaxation Pods**™**.
Grunge in Islington (Pearl Jam + Smashing Pumpkins tributes)
Guaranteed to be a show full of hits and a rare combination of Pearl Jam and Smashing Pumpkins sets in the same night.
Hailing from Blackpool, Pearl Scam are back with their yearly London show with support from Smashed In Pumpkins who have rarely, if ever, played a London stage.
The doors will open at 7 but we intend to arrange a pre-meet from 6 at a bar nearby TBC. Happy to take suggestions and will confirm it nearer the date.
Also to note, the gig will be at the Islington Academy 2 which is upstairs at Angel Central shopping centre, and NOT the main Academy on the ground floor which people often confuse it with and is not always specified in the bookings.
Tickets via link below.
https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/pearl-scam-london-25-04-2026/event/3E00635EE4848C45
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Profs & Pints Northern Virginia: Doom and Dinosaurs
[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“Doom and Dinosaurs,”** a look at how mass extinctions shaped the dinosaurs and what research on these events tells us about Earth life’s long-term prospects, with Ian Wilenzik, paleontologist and visiting assistant professor of biology at George Washington University.
[Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-dino-doom](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-dino-doom) .]
Pity the poor dinosaurs. They lacked both scientific research to help deal with potential environmental catastrophes and places where they could have a beer and discuss it.
You, on the other hand, have the opportunity to come to Profs and Pints to hear a fascinating talk on the impact of mass extinctions on dinosaur evolution and what research on dinosaurs tells us about biodiversity and Earth’s current biodiversity crisis.
Dr. Ian Wilenzik, who has studied and taught courses on dinosaur evolution, population spread, and extinction, will leave you with a greater appreciation of the resilience of life on earth and how we’re both the product and source of biologically catastrophic events.
Many of us are familiar with how a big meteor impact about 66 million years ago wiped out the Earth’s dinosaur population, leaving us only with their feathered descendants, birds. Less well known is how the Earth actually has undergone five periods of mass extinction that wiped out nearly all life, and how dinosaurs arose from one and endured another—both caused by volcanic activity—before meeting their match in the third.
To ground his discussion, Dr. Wilenzik will talk about how we study mass extinctions by looking for geologic evidence of volcanic activity, meteoric blasts, and other catastrophic activity and of gaps in the fossil record after them.
He’ll also discuss what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur, describing their distinct anatomical features. He’ll talk about how they and other forms of life evolved over long periods of time and were affected by extinction events.
We’ll look at how the meteor-caused mass extinction that wiped out dinosaurs at the end of the Cretaceous paved the way for the rise of mammals and the emergence of primates, and, eventually, us. Looking ahead to future mass extinctions and what might survive them, we’ll talk about how that plant you forget to water might have the last laugh, as well as why crocodiles might be around a while. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. The talk starts 30 minutes later.)
Image: A *Triceratops* mounted skeleton at the Los Angeles Museum of Natural History (Photo by Allie Caulfield / Wikimedia Commons).
Profs & Pints Northern Virginia: The Twister Talk
[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“The Twister Talk,”** on tornadoes and advances in our understanding of them, with Jeffrey Halverson, professor of geography and environmental systems at the University of Maryland Baltimore County and author of *An Introduction to Severe Storms and Hazardous Weather.*
[Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-twister-talk](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/nv-twister-talk) .]
Springtime brings tornado outbreaks and devastation across the United States. The good news for those of us who anxiously eye the skies: Tornado science is rapidly evolving and improving, as are the means by which we detect funnel clouds and warn of their approach.
Get up to speed with what’s known about tornadoes with the help of Dr. Jeffery Halverson, a severe storm expert with the *Washington Post* Capital Weather Gang who previously has given excellent Profs and Pints talks on hurricanes and snowstorms.
He’ll describe how, with the help of research conducted by tornado hunters, meteorologists are using ever more sophisticated computer simulations and datasets to try to “crack the code” when it comes to how and where tornadoes form.
We’ll look at how science teams wielding Portable Doppler Radars on small trucks are learning that tornado wind speeds are much stronger than once presumed. We’ll consider how decades of data are changing how we think about “Tornado Alley,” and we’ll review what’s known about the relationship between tornadoes and climate change.
Professor Halverson will conclude by discussing the technological strides being made in terms of tornado warning and detection, and how tornado scientists are teaming up with social scientists to gain a better understanding of what leaves us vulnerable to natural hazards. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. The talk starts 30 minutes later.)
Image: An F5 tornado over Elie, Manitoba in June 2007 (Photo by Justin Hobson / Wikimedia Commons).
Sonic Meditation Concert w/ Dr. Ivy Shadiah
**Sonic Meditation Concert with Dr. Ivy Shadiah: Experience Meditation as Concert-level Immersion**
Love Potion #1 is a **curated Sonic Meditation Concert** designed as a full-body surround sound bath, an intimate, high-frequency wellness experience merging art, healing, aroma, and sacred sound technology.
Created for those seeking restoration, inspiration, and profound energetic renewal.
Led by **Dr. Ivy SHADIAH — Queen of Vibration**, this transformational concert blends crystal singing bowls, sacred resonance, and vibrational sound design to create a living field of healing sound.You do not simply listen…
You are surrounded.
You are restored.
You are retuned.
Sun., May 3rd, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Held at Brahma Kumaris, 14020 Thunderbolt Pl, Suite 200, 2nd Floor, Chantilly, VA. Free Event – Register at: [https://shorturl.at/QBTJA](https://shorturl.at/QBTJA)
Nature's God: The Heretical Origins of the American Republic, cont'd
This will be our last meeting on *Nature's God: The Heretical Origins of the American Republic*, by Matthew Stewart. For this meeting, please read the last two chapters:
Chapter 7: The Empire of Reason
Chapter 8: The Religion of Freedom
**Where did the ideas come from that became the cornerstone of American democracy?**
America’s founders intended to liberate us not just from one king but from the ghostly tyranny of supernatural religion. Drawing deeply on the study of European philosophy, Matthew Stewart brilliantly tracks the ancient, pagan, and continental ideas from which America’s revolutionaries drew their inspiration. In the writings of Spinoza, Lucretius, and other great philosophers, Stewart recovers the true meanings of “Nature’s God,” “the pursuit of happiness,” and the radical political theory with which the American experiment in self-government began.
[LINK](https://a.co/d/bkTWJNb)
I recommend using an AI tool like ChatGPT to ask these questions:
1. What does Matthew Stewart say about the empire of reason in his book Nature's God?
2. What does Matthew Stewart say about the religion of freedom?
I hope to see you there!
Fred
Dharma Talk & Meditation
Join us at 11:30 a.m. for a meditation class led by Khenpo Karze, followed by a public talk and Q&A.
The meditation focus varies from class to class. We are currently learning how to meditate on the Four Immeasurables: loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity.
The class begins with 30 minutes of meditation instruction, followed by 5-10 minutes of meditation practice, and then continues with discussion and Q&A. Each session concludes with a brief Chenrezig practice in which we recite Om Mani Padme Hung (a prayer of compassion), and a dedication prayer that our efforts benefit all beings.
This class offers a strong foundation in meditation, helping cultivate inner peace and compassion amidst busy lives.
All are welcome!
This program is open to anyone with an interest in Buddhism and you can come to all or any part of the program. Families are welcome. There is no fee, but donations are encouraged.
Join us!
Class is offered IN-PERSON in our Prayer Room and ONLINE on [Facebook Live](https://www.facebook.com/KPCBuddhistTemple/) and [YouTube Live](https://www.youtube.com/@KunzangPalyulCholing/streams).
You can also watch online here: https://www.tara.org/kpc-maryland-events-calendar/
About the teacher:
Khenpo Tenzin Karze graduated from Ngagyur Nyingma Institute’s intensive Buddhist graduate course in 2006, and was awarded the degree of Khenpo, equivalent to a PhD in Buddhist Philosophy, in 2011. He has received teachings and empowerments from many great Nyingma masters, and taught extensively in various Palyul temples in Nepal, India, Europe and Taiwan. This is his first time in the USA. We are delighted that Khenpo is now in residence at KPC and will be providing traditional Dharma instruction to help us deepen our practice of wisdom and compassion.
🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Brunch at Amphora in Herndon with Dulles Triangles
What's better than brunch? Brunch with the LGBTQ+ community, of course! Join the Dulles Triangles at 11:00 AM for a dazzling brunch at **[Amphora Diner](http://amphoragroup.com/amphoras-diner-deluxe/)**, located at **1151 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170**. This is your chance to catch up with old pals, make some new ones, and bask in the glory of a Sunday well-brunched!
Amphora’s menu is as diverse as our community, offering everything from omelets and pancakes to divine bakery treats. Seriously, their pastries are more irresistible than a shirtless Ryan Gosling holding a puppy!
**RSVP Required!** Amphora needs a headcount beforehand, and adding seats at the last minute is like trying to squeeze into last year’s pride outfit—tricky! To ensure you get a seat at the brunch extravaganza, RSVP on Meetup or in the Dulles Triangles Facebook group by the day before. Those who RSVP get priority seating, and we promise not to judge if you show up in sequins. Remember to ask for Dulles Triangles when you arrive. Use the links below to RSVP and secure your spot faster than you can say "mimosas."
This event is usually held on the first Sunday of each month, but check for updates because we like to keep things as flexible as our dance moves. Keep an eye on the current schedule so you don't miss out!
PF2 #3-05: Inheritor's Rite [Lv 1-4]
Join us at **Hashtag** in Herndon on Thursday, **April 23rd** at **6pm**. Adventure and roll dice with this week's **Pathfinder** **GM: DJ**.
**The story:**
**#3-05: Inheritor's Rite**
The Pathfinder Society's lodge at the Cathedral of Aroden in the Andoran city of Almas faces a legitimate legal threat from the church of Iomedae, which seeks to lay claim the storied edifice. The PCs must work with the lodge's venture-captain to prepare a legal defense, as they'll need to sway a panel of judges if the Pathfinder Society is to retain ownership of the lodge and maintain its foothold in Almas. But not all is as it seems, and enemies of the Society—and of Andoran—are preparing to make their move when least expected. The Pathfinders' legal claim to the cathedral is not all that they'll need to defend!
Inheritor's Rite is part of the ongoing story of the Year of Shattered Sanctuaries. It is the second scenario in a two-part arc detailing the events befalling a Pathfinder Society lodge in the nation of Andoran. Other arcs explore other locations across the Inner Sea. While the arcs can be played in any order, it is recommended that players experience the scenarios within each individual arc in order.
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**Notes**: Metaplot (Shattered Sanctuaries)
A Pathfinder Society Scenario designed for 1st- through 4th-level characters.
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