Caring for Our Own explores the revival of lost wisdom around death and dying. Once a deeply personal, family-centered practice, deathcare has shifted away from the home—this class invites it back. We’ll discuss family rights, the fundamentals of home funerals, and practical ways to navigate fear and anxiety around end-of-life. Rather than avoiding death, we’ll consider how embracing it can restore a sense of beauty, meaning, and sacredness. We’ll also explore current trends that support more personal and empowering end-of-life experiences.

Drumming is fun, stress reducing, health enhancing, and allows people's energy to unite in rhythm, harmony, and active meditation. Learn some history and health benefits of drumming. This is experiential, interactive, and fun! No experience is necessary as this is "go with the flow" drumming. Some drums and rhythm instruments will be available for sharing, but if you have some, bring them. If the weather is good, we may drum outdoors, so please consider bringing a lawn chair and water bottle. Weather permitting class may be held at the Northrop Garden Pavilion. In the case of inclement weather, we will meet in room 102.

Experience this technique based on new discoveries regarding the connection between your body's subtle energies, your emotions, and your health. It has been reported to be successful in thousands of cases covering a huge range of emotional, health, and performance issues that often works when nothing else will. This is an easy-to-learn, natural healing aid you can use for almost anything, anytime. It is based on the work of founder Gary Craig. Bring a bottle of water.

Join world renown Annette Bruchu for an enlightening educational experience. Learn how a spiritual leader/medium can provide guidance and emotional support during the final stages of life and give comfort after the celebration of life. She will be joined by Brenda Schultz, the Funeral Lady. Brenda will explain how to guide your family through the many steps of pre-planning. Find out how you can be a financial steward to remove questions of surviving family members as to how to cover costs.

Learn how to reduce your chance of falling and how to get up safely if you do. This class includes learning, group discussion, and exercises. You must be able to get yourself off the floor if you choose to get on the floor for exercise during class. You may just observe the floor exercise. For ages 55+.

Healthy breathing is essential for our overall well-being; however, improving ingrained breathing habits can be challenging, as they reflect our current state of Body, Mind, and Spirit. Instead of short-term conscious breathing techniques, we teach you how to naturally transition to lower belly, diaphragmatic breathing, which can positively impact your everyday life. This is an introductory program to the renowned Seokmun Hoheup [suk-moon-ho-who(b)] breathing practice. Bring your mat. Please note: This program is not affiliated with the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Min is independently volunteering his time to share breathing practices with the public as part of his commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Hypnosis can help you overcome your struggles and finally make that change! The experience is very relaxing, and you will be fully aware and conscious at all times. Bring a pillow, blanket, or bean bag for your comfort. Fee includes session and a reinforcement CD. Hypnosis for Weight Loss: Hypnosis can help you control your eating habits. It will help you stop the constant thinking of food, overeating, and snacking. You will learn to desire the right foods, push your plate away when full, and motivate yourself to exercise.Hypnosis for Smoking, Vaping, & Chewing Tobacco Cessation: If tobacco is controlling your life and you are ready to quit, hypnosis can help you stop smoking or chewing tobacco without withdrawal, cravings, or gaining weight.An introduction to hypnosis begins at 6PM. Weight loss hypnosis follows while smokers take a break off school grounds for that last smoke, and then reconvene for the smoking cessation section. Go to www.hypnosisclinic.net to access most commonly asked questions about hypnosis.

Relax and unwind as you are gently guided on a peaceful, restorative journey. Through guided imagery, you’ll experience deep relaxation that can help relieve pain, support healing, and promote overall well-being. This technique uses the power of the mind—engaging images and the senses—to communicate with the body and encourage balance across many systems. Participants may remain seated or are welcome to bring a mat, pillow, and/or blanket for added comfort during the session. Please bring water.

Let's talk about dreams! Learn about the different types of dreams, their symbolism, and application to your life.

It doesn’t matter who you are or what your life is like — meditation is for everybody. It’s not about becoming something new, but becoming newly reacquainted with who you already are. No experience required, and there's nothing to bring but yourself. Session one: What is meditation and why do it? & Observing the breath. Session two: Different types of meditation & Scanning the body. Session three: Establishing an ongoing practice. Session four: Loving-kindness meditation. Each session will include meditation practice. Feel free to being a yoga mat or cushion, if desired.

Circulate and balance the energy, or "Chi" in your body! T'ai Chi Chih is a series of 19 slow, gentle movements and one pose. It is not an exercise program, a martial art, or a religion, but rather a form of moving meditation with benefits for body, mind, and spirit. It is easily learned, requires very little practice space, no special clothing, and can be done by anyone regardless of age or physical condition. While benefits vary with the individual, many people report improved balance and flexibility; improvement in chronic problems such as blood pressure, arthritis, and fibromyalgia; and reduced stress with an overall sense of well-being and joy.

The focus of this class will be on bringing the mind and body together to create a sense of peace, improve self-knowledge, and increase strength, flexibility and balance. You will learn basic yoga practices, including: 25+ poses, instruction on safety, proper alignment for your body, modifications, breath practice, and meditation. The history and philosophy of yoga will also be discussed. Students must be able to get up and down off the floor. This class is designed for anyone who wants to brush up on the basics of yoga as well as beginners. Bring: a yoga mat, a bath towel, hand towel, and wash cloth.

We only have one chance to experience a good death. Yet today, end-of-life is often overmedicalized, as noted in The Lancet’s 2022 report The Value of Death. This program draws on both modern research and the ancient text The Lost Art of Dying to reframe how we think about death and dying. Participants will learn about death literacy—understanding the natural processes of dying, exploring options for end-of-life care, and addressing the emotional and spiritual aspects of loss. Together, we will increase awareness of end-of-life choices, foster open and supportive conversations, and revive forgotten wisdom about how to face death with clarity and compassion. Join us to deepen understanding, ease fears about mortality, and explore the possibilities for transformation at life’s end.

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and addiction have reached epidemic proportions, ravaging individuals, families, and communities everywhere. Addiction affects all of us in one way or another. Whether you are a family member searching for answers or a concerned community member who wants to make a difference, please join us as we examine this baffling disorder. October 7: Learn the Facts – Understanding Addiction and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) The science of substance use and what we now know. Using knowledge to dispel stigma and misconceptions October 14: Hear The Stories – How Does Addiction Affect Our Community Hear from people on the front lines: law enforcement officers, social workers, first responders, outreach workers, health providers and treatment professionals and, most importantly, persons recovering from addiction. October 21: Understand the Impact on Families How can we provide healing and hope to families especially children who are often profoundly affected by this disease? October 28: Be Inspired By Hope - Finding Solutions Effective strategies for prevention, harm reduction, and treatment The many paths to recovery for individuals, families, and communities Please join us for any or all of the sessions to find the resources and inspiration to make a difference.

Enhance your mind body connection while increasing flexibility, strength, and balance through stretching and deep breathing techniques.

Enhance your mind body connection while increasing flexibility, strength, and balance through stretching and deep breathing techniques.

Exercise every part of your body with stretching and toning. Yoga is a complete science of life, originating in India thousands of years ago. With special yoga breathing, your body releases vast energy and leaves you calm and peaceful. You will be ready to more easily manage daily stress. Bring a yoga mat and a blanket.

A high-energy fusion of yoga, strength training, and cardio designed to build lean muscle, boost metabolism, and elevate your practice.

Suffer from aches and pains? Feel down? Blame it on getting older? Discover how you can change the way you feel physically and mentally by learning simple breathing techniques and stretches that will improve your overall well-being. Don't let lack of flexibility keep you from participating. There will be chairs available for those who need them. Yoga builds strength and increases both circulation and oxygenation. Wear comfortable clothes. Wheelchair participants are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat, along with a blanket or towel.

This class gives those who have taken "Yoga for Seniors - Beginners" a chance to continue their journey and benefit from further instruction. It builds upon the previous course. There will be chairs available for those who need them. Yoga builds strength and increases circulation and oxygenation. Please wear comfortable clothes, and wheelchair participants are welcome. Don’t forget to bring a blanket or towel.