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Wellness Workshops at Domino Park ~ Taoist Philosophy + Movement
Sunday, July 23rd, 2023 at 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free
Engage your mind – a series exploring whole-body wellness
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Wednesday, July 5 at 6:30pm
Sunset Drawing Club: Mindful Drawing
Ages: adults
Join us at golden hour in the park, overlooking the river, to practice drawing from observation. Multimedia artists Jaqueline Cedar of Good Naked Gallery and Kayla Rymer will lead participants through a series of mindful drawing exercises which open our vision to see with fresh eyes, while picking up some practical drawing skills along the way. Pencil & paper provided; BYO markers, watercolors, charcoal, etc. if you’d like you expand your range of materials. All levels welcome!
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July 7 at 6:00pm
Conscious Sleep Meditation AKA Yoga Nidra
Ages: adults, teens
Led by Jessica Crow of CNTRD Wellness, this class will demonstrate the power of traditional Yoga Nidra (‘Conscious Sleep’) to help reset the nervous system, reduce stress and anxiety, promote physical healing and rejuvenation, and encourage better sleep and focus. This guided deep relaxation meditation technique is accessible to everyone. Please bring a mat, blanket, or large towel, and anything else to make you feel comfortable lying down for approximately 45-50 minutes.
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Tuesday, July 18th at 6:30pm
Sunset Drawing Club: Mindful Drawing
Ages: adults
Join us at golden hour in the park, overlooking the river, to practice drawing from observation. Multimedia artists Jaqueline Cedar of Good Naked Gallery and Kayla Rymer will lead participants through a series of mindful drawing exercises which open our vision to see with fresh eyes, while picking up some practical drawing skills along the way. Pencil & paper provided; BYO markers, watercolors, charcoal, etc. if you’d like you expand your range of materials. All levels welcome!
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Sunday, July 23rd at 5:00pm
Taoist Philosophy + Movement
Ages: adults, older teens
Martial artist & practitioner of Taoist philosophy and meditation arts, Daryll Aiken-Afam will lead a class focused on Taoist philosophy. In addition to reviewing Taoist philosophy, elements of Taoist movement meditation practices will be incorporated for a holistic end to the week.
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Thursday, August 10th at 6:00pm
Sage Bundling
Ages: adults, young adults
Sage bundling is when dried sage leaves are tied with string or twine to make a bundle before being burned. Smudging involves burning dried sage leaves as part of a purification ritual, commonly used by indigenous cultures in North and South America for spiritual & medicinal purposes. Participants will:
- Explore the history & cultural significance of burning sage
- Discover its disinfectant & health benefits, including antibacterial & antifungal properties, respiratory support, and mood enhancement
- Learn how to bundle sage for burning & incorporate it into personal wellness routines
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Tuesday, August 15th at 6:30pm
Sunset Drawing Club: Mindful Drawing
Ages: adults
Join us at golden hour in the park, overlooking the river, to practice drawing from observation. Multimedia artists Jaqueline Cedar of Good Naked Gallery and Kayla Rymer will lead participants through a series of mindful drawing exercises which open our vision to see with fresh eyes, while picking up some practical drawing skills along the way. Pencil & paper provided; BYO markers, watercolors, charcoal, etc. if you’d like you expand your range of materials. All levels welcome!
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Wednesday, August 30th 6:30pm – 7:45pm
Presence at Play: Improv & Mindfulness
Ages: adults
Led by Shea Riester, this class fuses the practice of presence with the play of improvisational comedy. We’ll practice a brief mindfulness meditation, getting into our bodies and grounding in the here and now, before embarking on a wild ride of improvisational games, movement, and acted-out stories, weaved together with the art of being present. Together we cultivate connection, presence, and playfulness that we’ll learn to take with us into our day-to-day lives. No acting experience required – all levels welcome.
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Thursday, September 7th 6:30pm – 8:00pm
The Psychedelic Humanities
Ages: adults
Professor Doc Kelley, accompanied by multi-instrumentalist Chris Dingman, will discuss the value of psychedelic research and application within the realm of the humanities, which by its very nature is meant to question ethics, meaning, and value. This will be part-lecture, part-concert, and all-around uplifting.
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