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The Art of Meditation

Is stress limiting your joy? What would life be like if you were happier, healthier, and more effective? Meditation has been scientifically proven to lower blood pressure, increase energy, and reduce insomnia and depression. It can also have a profound effect on your sense of purpose and contentment in our turbulent world.

Explore the various styles of meditation with an expert with over 40 years experience. Everyone can learn these simple meditations. You will be given a different technique each week which you can then use on your own. All are welcome, from first-timers to advanced students. 

Tuesdays, April 8 – 29
5:30 – 6:30 pm

Instructor:  Stephen Jacobs
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Introduction to Ikebana: The Art of Floral Arrangement

In this introduction to Ikebana class, students will embark on a journry of traditional flower arranging, delving into the profound beauty and cultural significance of Japanese floral art. Ikebana is more than just arranging flowers – it is a mindful practice that harmonizes nature, balance, and form. Students will work with the instructor to learn the fundamental principles of Ikebana, exploring the different styles and schools that have evolved over centuries. No prior floral design experience is necessry; this class is open to students of all levels. All supplies will be provided. 

*Note: Truus Ten Kate Sharp has 40+ years of experience practicing Ikebana.

Thursdays, January 9 – 30
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Instructor: Truus Ten Kate Sharp
Age:
Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supplies List: 

  • Garden Sheers or Large Kitchen Scissors

The Art of Meditation

Is stress limiting your joy? What would life be like if you were happier, healthier, and more effective? Meditation has been scientifically proven to lower blood pressure, increase energy, and reduce insomnia and depression. It can also have a profound effect on your sense of purpose and contentment in our turbulent world.

Explore the various styles of meditation with an expert with over 40 years experience. Everyone can learn these simple meditations. You will be given a different technique each week which you can then use on your own. All are welcome, from first-timers to advanced students. 

Thursdays, October 24 – November 14
5:30 – 6:30 pm

Instructor:  Stephen Jacobs
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Introduction to Ikebana: The Art of Japanese Floral Arrangement

In this introduction to Ikebana class, students will embark on a journry of traditional flower arranging, delving into the profound beauty and cultural significance of Japanese floral art. Ikebana is more than just arranging flowers – it is a mindful practice that harmonizes nature, balance, and form. Students will work with the instructor to learn the fundamental principles of Ikebana, exploring the different styles and schools that have evolved over centuries. No prior floral design experience is necessry; this class is open to students of all levels. All supplies will be provided. 

*Note: Truus Ten Kate Sharp has 40+ years of experience practicing Ikebana.

Tuesday – Thursday, July 16 – 18
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Instructor: Truus Ten Kate Sharp
Age: Adult (15+) | All Levels

Supplies: 

  • Garden Sheers or Large Kitchen Scissors

The Art of Mindful Writing

Writing can be an important part of mindfulness practice, whether we are talking about meditation, personal development, experiential learning, or exploring the world around us. Mindfulness – paying attention, being aware – can enrich writing for aspiring writers, students, and more practiced authors. In this class, students will have an opportunity to try out a variety of writing tools and experiences to see what resonates. Students will also leave this class with several starts in their journals, several ideas to help move writing forward, and several ways to be as mindful as possible as one writes, which will help writing be more rewarding and rich. All supplies will be provided along with a journal for each student.

Tuesday – Thursday, June 18 – 20
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Dr. William J. Macauley, Jr.
Age: Adult (15+) | All Levels 

Introduction to Ikebana: The Art of Floral Arrangement

In this introduction to Ikebana class, students will embark on a journry of traditional flower arranging, delving into the profound beauty and cultural significance of Japanese floral art. Ikebana is more than just arranging flowers – it is a mindful practice that harmonizes nature, balance, and form. Students will work with the instructor to learn the fundamental principles of Ikebana, exploring the different styles and schools that have evolved over centuries. No prior floral design experience is necessry; this class is open to students of all levels. All supplies will be provided. 

*Note: Truus Ten Kate Sharp has 40+ years of experience practicing Ikebana.

Tuesdays, May 14 – June 4
5:30 – 7:30 pm

Instructor: Truus Ten Kate Sharp
Age:
Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supplies List: 

  • Garden Sheers or Large Kitchen Scissors

The Art of Meditation

Is stress limiting your joy? What would life be like if you were happier, healthier, and more effective? Meditation has been scientifically proven to lower blood pressure, increase energy, and reduce insomnia and depression. It can also have a profound effect on your sense of purpose and contentment in our turbulent world.

Explore the various styles of meditation with an expert with over 40 years experience. Everyone can learn these simple meditations. You will be given a different technique each week which you can then use on your own. All are welcome, from first-timers to advanced students. 

Mondays, April 22 – May 13
5:30 – 6:30 pm

Instructor:  Stephen Jacobs
Age: Adult (16+) | All Levels

Introduction to Ikebana: The Art of Floral Arrangement

In this introduction to Ikebana class, students will embark on a journry of traditional flower arranging, delving into the profound beauty and cultural significance of Japanese floral art. Ikebana is more than just arranging flowers – it is a mindful practice that harmonizes nature, balance, and form. Students will work with the instructor to learn the fundamental principles of Ikebana, exploring the different styles and schools that have evolved over centuries. No prior floral design experience is necessry; this class is open to students of all levels. All supplies will be provided. 

*Note: Truus Ten Kate Sharp has 40+ years of experience practicing Ikebana.

Wednesdays, April 3 – 24
10 am – noon

Instructor: Truus Ten Kate Sharp
Age:
Adult (16+) | All Levels

Supplies List: 

  • Garden Sheers or Large Kitchen Scissors

The Art of Mindful Writing

Writing can be an important part of mindfulness practice, whether we are talking about meditation, personal development, experiential learning, or exploring the world around us. Mindfulness – paying attention, being aware – can enrich writing for aspiring writers, students, and more practiced authors. In this class, students will have an opportunity to try out a variety of writing tools and experiences to see what resonates. Students will also leave this class with several starts in their journals, several ideas to help move writing forward, and several ways to be as mindful as possible as one writes, which will help writing be more rewarding and rich. All supplies will be provided along with a journal for each student.

Tuesdays, May 14 – June 4
1 – 4 pm

Instructor: Dr. William J. Macauley, Jr.
Age: Adult (15+) | All Levels 

The Art of Mindful Writing

Writing can be an important part of mindfulness practice, whether we are talking about meditation, personal development, experiential learning, or exploring the world around us. Mindfulness – paying attention, being aware – can enrich writing for aspiring writers, students, and more practiced authors. In this class, students will have an opportunity to try out a variety of writing tools and experiences to see what resonates. Students will also leave this class with several starts in their journals, several ideas to help move writing forward, and several ways to be as mindful as possible as one writes, which will help writing be more rewarding and rich. All supplies will be provided along with a journal for each student.

Tuesdays, April 9 – 30
5:30 – 8:30 pm

Instructor: Dr. William J. Macauley, Jr.
Age: Adult (15+) | All Levels