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Deep Conversations at Bethesda Library -- Are you Empty, Quiet, Still?
*Thank you to our friends at the online Monday Night Confrontation Group https://tatfoundation.org/find-a-spiritual-meeting/ for the topic idea.*
From Lao Tzu:
"The inner emptiness is the door to God.”
“Become totally empty; Quiet the restlessness of the mind; Only then will you witness everything unfolding from emptiness”
“Be still. Stillness reveals the secrets of eternity.”
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“Be still, and know that I am God..." – Psalm 46:10
“Within you, there is a stillness and sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.”
– *Siddhartha,* Hermann Hesse
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From Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj:
"A quiet mind is all you need. All else will happen rightly, once your mind is quiet.”
“To know what you are, you must first investigate and know what you are not.”
“Discover all that you are not -- body, feelings, thoughts, time, space, this or that -- nothing, concrete or abstract, which you perceive can be you. The very act of perceiving shows that you are not what you perceive.”
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"Do you discover what you lack, or why such a feeling of dissatisfaction exists in the first place, by tasting new experiences? By learning new things? By “growth” practices that purportedly increase the size and scope of you? By expanding your consciousness? (Richard Rose once quipped that God himself would have to move out of the way to accommodate you and make room for your vast expansion.)" \~ Nevins, Shawn. *Subtraction: The Simple Math of Enlightenment* (p. 11).
**Questions:**
* Emptiness, quietness, stillness: Are these the same or different?
* Why do you think these terms are used so frequently in inspirational and philosophical teachings?
* Might these concepts be useful in finding what you are looking for? How?
* What can you do to promote emptiness, quietness or stillness?
* Have you been acquiring or downsizing?
***“I am struck with how rare it is to find a few good friends on the path. It is easy to find people who simply want to sit and be entertained by teachers, or who want to sit and entertain by playing the role of teacher. In other words, the quest for affirmation often outweighs the quest for truth.***
***Yet you may have one or two good friends, and definitely have one or two waiting to be discovered. Find them; be thankful.”***
***— Shawn Nevins***
'What will make me happy in life?' ... 'Am I my thoughts?' ... 'What is Enlightenment?' ... We meet every week to ask questions like these in the pursuit of Self-Knowledge and Truth.
We are interested in topics like: Zen, stoicism, spirituality, psychology, mindfulness, Nisargadatta, non-violent communication, Socrates, existential philosophy, Alan Watts, taoism, Eckhart Tolle, meditation, Ramana Maharshi, etc. But we are not affiliated with any dogma, philosophy, or religion.
Our goal each meeting is to serve as mirrors for one another using question-based inquiry in a safe environment. In a session, every participant takes turns discussing the week's question or topic, and the group asks reflective questions without any agenda besides trying to understand the person's beliefs.
A few other guiding principles of our group:
* No one is obligated to share
* Be honest with yourself and others
* Do not try to convince others to believe or think as you do
* Keep the focus on the person being questioned
We meet at the [Bethesda Library](https://maps.app.goo.gl/GWMozF8zpY1m1PY26) every Monday. The library is a 5 minute walk from the Bethesda Metro on the Red Line, approx 25 minute Metro ride from Metro Center and Gallery Place stations. The library has a a parking lot with metered parking for $1/hour.
\*\*\* WE WILL BE IN MEETING ROOM 3 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED ----- THE MEETING ROOM IS IN THE BACK OF THE LIBRARY \*\*\*
Please contact us with any questions!
Zen Meditation Circle Mondays
Please join us. We are a welcoming group who have been meeting for two years. About 6-10 of us gather together weekly on Mondays for silent meditation, walking meditation, ending with shared reflections, tea and poetry. No RSVP needed; just show up!
We start and end on time. Enter the front door and look for a sign. Someone will greet you. No experience necessary.
Schedule:
**4:30** a brief instruction or reading about meditation and silence
**4:35-4:45** silent meditation (10 minutes)
walking meditation
**4:55 -5:15** silent meditation (20 minutes)
**5:15-5:30** poetry, tea, reflections, departing
***This is a good place to rest and refresh on the way home from work and before dinner.*** Free. Try it.
Journey to the Subtle Mind
Sometimes life seems ordinary and we struggle to find meaning and purpose. Buddhist meditation provides a creative inner approach to transcending this ordinariness. Mahamudra tantra is Buddha's ultimate intention - a gateway to unparalleled peace and clarity. From this perspective, our life becomes an extraordinary inner journey.
**REGISTRATION**
Standard: $12 \| Financial Hardship: $6 \| Free for [Members](https://meditation-dc.org/membership/)
[Pre-Register Here](https://meditation-dc.org/monday-evening-meditation/)
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
Monday Meditation Circle
**Join us for quiet and simple Zen meditation practice, grounded in community.** Suitable for beginners. An authorized Zen teacher offers teaching and instruction. We sit in chairs for 10 and 20 minutes of silence and breath practice, and do 5 minutes of walking meditation. We end with 15 minutes of conversation, poetry, tea and snacks before heading home. All are welcome. No experience necessary.
***Enjoy the peace of mind that meditation can bring when supported by others in this peaceful environment.***
**Who we are**
We meet weekly since 2024. We typically gather with 6-12 of us for seated and walking Zen meditation. Brief meditation instruction offered at the beginning.
Soundbath — My Body Don’t Rest That Way - Sound Healing + Meditation
Do you find yourself showing up in meditation sessions wondering why your mind won’t settle down?Are you trying to figure out why your body seems to become so uncomfortable in meditation sessions? Join Marsha, non-conventional meditator, certified yoga therapist, trauma sensitive yoga facilitator, and energy and sound healing facilitator, as we show up and unpack ways of meditating that uniquely resonate with you. Whether you find comfort in standing, sitting in a chair or on a yoga mat, or lying on the floor, eyes open or closed, you are welcome to show up just as you are, as we seek peace through movement and compassionate sharing experiences, while embodying the physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual benefits of meditation, energy + sound healing, and yoga therapy.
**Please reserve your spot at www.piesfitnessyoga.com**. The session is offered both InStudio and OnLine. The Zoom link for the OnLine session will be emailed 15 minutes before class starts to those who are registered at www.piesfitnessyoga.com. **Sign up for sessions must be made at least 2 hours prior to class.**
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.
Discount is available to seniors, teachers, students, emergency responders, and military. All can save by purchasing class packs.
Class: Developing Your Intuitive/Energy Skills (via Zoom)
Class: Developing Your Intuitive/Energy Skills
Contents: Clearings, empath work, meditation, learning and enhancing energy work skills for working on self and others
For further information, please contact Madhu 301-760-7491, info@stress-reliefcenter.com
Monday Brazilian Rhythms Class w/ Flavia!
Let's go deeper! More than just a fun aerobic exercise, immerse yourself in the cultural roots of Brazilian movements and stir in the contemporary expression of dance
Flavia Nascimento is top trained Brazilian dancer helping others explore the Afro Diaspora of Brazil through movement and music. Join the class to lift your heart rate and elevate your spirit. $20
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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)**
**For more information:**
**Call or text: (301)439-2120**
\*\*[MEC@eckankarmaryland.org**](http://MEC@eckankarmaryland.org%2A%2A/)
**Presented by the DC & Maryland Satsang Societies, Inc. Chartered Affiliates of ECKANKAR.**
**Copyright © 2025 ECKANKAR. The terms ECKANKAR, ECK, EK, MAHANTA, SOUL TRAVEL, and VAIRAGI, among others, are trademarks of ECKANKAR, PO Box 2000, Chanhassen, MN 55317-2000 U.S.A.**
Rhythmic Dance Fitness – Virginia: A Vibrant & Engaging Dance Experience!
Enjoy a vibrant and engaging dance experience that blends global rhythms and diverse styles. This class combines elements of Bollywood, Latin, and other dance forms into a smooth, easy-to-follow flow designed to get you moving and grooving at a comfortable pace. Perfect for all levels, this class focuses on fun, relaxation, and connection with the music while giving you a gentle workout.
Join us for a refreshing and enjoyable dance session! (Please wear socks).
Friday, April 10th from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm.
Held at the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museum – Virginia, 14020 Thunderbolt Place, Suite 200, Chantilly, VA.
**FREE EVENT - Registration Required at [https://shorturl.at/KJoXv](https://shorturl.at/KJoXv)**
*Support the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museum with your tax-deductible*
*contribution.*
**[CONTRIBUTE](https://www.meditationmuseum.org/contribute.html "https://www.meditationmuseum.org/contribute.html")**
Free Guided Meditation - for Beginners
**Sahaja Yoga teaches a unique method of meditation, rooted in ancient spiritual knowledge.**
We follow a format of continuous integration of topics in our classes so that no two classes are same and so we are able to accommodate new meditators along with experienced ones.
**Through Sahaja Yoga, you can achieve a state of meditation known as thoughtless awareness. In this state, you experience and enjoy the present moment without any distractions from the past or future. Your consciousness works in flow with your inner energy ([Kundalini](https://us.sahajayoga.org/the-kundalini/)).**
Some of the things we go over with in our programs are how to awaken your dormant Mother energy called Kundalini.
Meditation with Mantras using power of very basic mantra to bring peace within!
Meditation with music, what are Chakras, how to take affirmations, what is Thoughtless Awareness and how to find the state of your Chakras.
*Meditation sessions led by an experienced fellow meditator.*
**Please join us to awaken the dormant energy within you and re-balance your emotional, physical and mental state of being!**
**Sahaja Yoga was founded in 1970 by Shri Mataji**. She envisioned a world where people would be transformed, and lead more balanced lives. She has worked tirelessly to help people meditate and achieve greater spiritual heights through this meditation.
**Cost**: Free
**Parking**: Paid parking in garages and on street. Garage-40 Cordell-St.Elmo Garage, Saint Elmo Avenue, Bethesda, MD is 2 mins walking distance from meditation center.
**How to reach us?**
We are at **Sahaja Yoga Meditation Center** on **4901 Saint Elmo Avenue**
**Bethesda, MD 20814**, *walking distance from Bethesda Metro Center*
**You can learn more about this meditation** from [us.sahajayoga.org](https://us.sahajayoga.org)
SRF is offering ONLINE MEDITATIONS in today's climate
PLEASE CHECK THE ONLINE MEDITATION CALENDAR FOR DETAILS OF THESE MORE THAN 50 SERVICES A WEEK- https://onlinemeditation.yogananda.org/calendar/
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'.
register: http://aolf.live/introSKY
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
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.\*\*\*\*
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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
Suffs - Curtain at 7:30PM
We'll hold the evening option of *Suffs* at National Theatre on Sunday, June 21 at 7:30PM. I have 1 more Left Balcony ticket (F3) unsold for $69. The exchange period is over, so I need to sell that seat *before* I can add additional group tickets at these rates:
* Side Orchestra: $132
* Center Mid-Mezzanine: $105
* Rear Mezzanine: $78
* Left Balcony: $69
For those who already paid me for a group ticket, I now have the mobile tickets and am starting to email them to folks. If you do not have a Ticketmaster account, you will need to meet me in the lobby before the show so I can pull up your mobile ticket on my phone for the usher.
BEHIND EVERY POWERFUL WOMAN… ARE MORE POWERFUL WOMEN.
Direct from Broadway, comes the acclaimed Tony Award®-winning musical *Suffs* about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Created by Shaina Taub, the first woman to ever independently win Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in the same season, this “thrilling, inspiring and dazzlingly entertaining” (*Variety*) new musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of a struggle for equality that’s far from over. Winner of the Outer Critics’ Circle Award for Best New Musical.
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.
Workhouse to Occoquan & SUFFS Broadway Cast (Rating: D)
You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, [https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf ](https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf)and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike.
**The SUFFS are coming to the Workhouse! Join us for a 5 mile hike and for those who are interested, a special media event to follow with cast members from the Tony Award winning Broadway musical SUFFS. This free Q&A will take place at noon in the Workhouse Quad under the Rizer Pavilion. The actors who portray these historic figures will stand on the very ground where the real suffragists were incarcerated. SUFFS is currently on tour and will be performing at the National Theatre in DC.**
History: The Occoquan Workhouse (later known as Lorton Prison) opened in 1910 as a self-sustaining, open prison with a working farm and railroad. This eventually grew into the 3,000 acre Lorton Prison complex, which expanded to include women's and youth facilities and a Nike missile site. The suffragists who fought for women's voting rights were imprisoned here and force-fed, which was considered the turning point in passing the 19th amendment. We'll pass the Turning Point Suffrage Memorial, located within Occoquan Regional Park. The Prison closed in 2001.
Post-hike rehydration for those interested at the Bunnyman Brewing Cafe, located within the Workhouse Arts Center campus. They offer a full lunch menu as well as beer, usually wine and cider, and other non-alcoholic beverages including coffee.
**DISTANCE**: \~ 4 miles
**ELEVATION GAIN**: \~ 400 feet
**PACE**: \~ 2.5-3 mph
**TRAILS**: Paved, dirt with some roots and short hills
**MEET**: Picnic tables across from the big green barn as you come in the entrance closest to Workhouse Rd. Arrive by 8:45am to check in.
**RESTROOMS**: Bunnyman Brewing Cafe at the start
**PARK FEE**: None
**DOGS**: Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy
**POST-HIKE**: Bunnyman Brewing in the Workhouse Campus
**LEADER**: Kris N. (618) 623-2484
How to get there: From I-95 South, exit 163. At the end of the exit ramp take a right onto Lorton Rd. Follow Lorton Rd for 2.1 miles then turn left on to Workhouse Road. In 0.5 miles turn left at the sign for the Workhouse. Then take the first right and park (one of the North Parking lots). I'll be at the picnic tables across from the big green barn. Please arrive by 8:45 am so we can get everyone checked in and start on time.
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!
Meditation for Beginners Isha Kriya - Free Class
Click here to Register/RSVP:
https://online.innerengineering.com/en/event-details/24199
Isha Kriya is a free guided meditation that takes only 12-18 minutes and can be easily practiced at home, work, or anywhere else. This meditation is designed to promote clarity, health, and joy, and its simplicity and effectiveness make it a truly special experience.
Through regular practice, Isha Kriya can offer the following benefits:
Decreased stress and negative emotions
Enhanced clarity
Heightened focus and energy
Greater sense of peace and joy
Duration: 60 minutes
Open to all aged 12+ (Minors between 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult).
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!





























