We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible experience for all participants in our programs. Please contact us if you need any assistance with registrations, class payments or donations. If you have any access requirements or need accommodations to fully participate in an event, workshop, or class, please let us know by contacting us at info@openspiritcenter.org or calling us at 508-877-2050. We will work together with you to best meet your needs. 

2026 Winter into Spring Mini-Sessions

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Sarah's teaching style is appropriate for all-levels with a focus on increased balance, strength, mobility and mind-body connection with a bit of creative movement added to the mix.

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Classes are held in-person in Edwards Hall.

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Mini-Session #1 - 6 classes - $120

Jan 14th, 21st, 28th

Feb 4th, 11th, 18th

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Mini-Session #2 - 4 classes - $80

March 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

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Please pay for one session at a time. Life changes quickly. If you are unable to commit to all classes within a session, you may pay a prorated rate of $25 per class.

Drop in classes are $30 — space is not guaranteed, but we’ll do our best to make room.

You may pay via VENMO (@sarah-hofshire) or personal check. Drop-ins may also pay in cash.

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Open Spirit has everything you need for a comfortable yoga class, but you’re welcome to bring your own mat and props as well. We hope you’ll try a class! 

Contact Sarah to sign up or with any questions:   sazah16@gmail.com

Spirituality and Poetry; Grounded in Awe led by Lisa Breger

What stirs in us when we reach for a poem, whether sitting down to write or read the work of a favorite poet? Why do poems stay with us and continue to inform our lives?

In this workshop, we’ll approach poetry as a vehicle for living more fully in the present and deepening our humanity. Each month we’ll focus on an element of craft in the context of a particular theme to generate new work.

This class is for anyone interested in poetry as a spiritual practice and no previous writing experience is required to enjoy the pleasures of creative expression. Come join us and be inspired!

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This workshop will be held on Zoom.

No previous poetry writing experience required.

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RSVP required. Link will be sent prior to the workshop to email address provided. To RSVP, please click here. 

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Suggested donation of $20. Donations may be made in-person by cash or check or mailed to Open Spirit at 39 Edwards Street, Framingham, MA 01701.  If you prefer to donate via credit card, please click here.  

The Attention Revolution: Unlocking the Power of the Focused Mind

by B. Alan Wallace, PhD

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In this time when we are bombarded by input and information, do you find yourself struggling to focus? If so, you are not alone! Together, we can claim our capacity to focus our minds and our lives in a more satisfying way.

Join Open Spirit in reading The Attention Revolution, by B. Alan Wallace, PhD. Wallace brings insights from Tibetan Buddhism and neuroscience research in this readable book, which includes practice suggestions with each chapter.

Open Spirit has purchased a couple copies, so reach out if you'd like to borrow one. It is also available through Framingham Public Library's interlibrary loan. Email dara@openspiritcenter.org about borrowing the book.

We will gather for a soup supper and book discussion on Tuesday, February 17 from 5-6:30pm in Sue Dickerman Hall. 

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Please sign-up to join us for the supper and book discussion by clicking here. 

In March and April, Tibetan Buddhist chaplain and meditation teacher Tsering Ngodup Yodsampa will lead an in-depth exploration of the techniques in this book. More information about the program will be forthcoming.

Save the date!

On February 23,we will gather with friends and neighbors from different backgrounds and hear reflections on the joys of fasting and fast-breaking. We will break the fast together at sunset, pray together and share a meal.

More details and registration coming soon. All are invited to join!