postponed
Sunday
April 28th
4:00PM
postponed
Book Discussion with
Author Mary LaHaj
This event has been postponed. Check back for a new date soon.
Join us for a fascinating book discussion of the new book "Bird on a Wire" with author Mary LaHaj.
"Bird on a Wire" is a captivating story that delves into the journey of self-discovery, faith and identity. The family epic begins in Lebanon at the turn of the 20th century and incorporates the unique perspectives of three generations on how one becomes an “American.” As each generation attempts to integrate their culture into the majority culture we become privy to their dreams and decisions about how much to assimilate and how much to preserve as a matter of self-identity.
Mary is descended from Lebanese Muslim immigrants who arrived in the US in the early 1900s. She combines her own rather colorful personal story with her family’s saga, which includes establishing the first mosque in New England (1964).
We are excited to welcome Mary who will be reading from and discussing her book, followed by a Q&A. Light refreshments will be served.
This event will be held in Edwards Hall.
Space is limited. We would appreciate RSVPs so that we can plan appropriately. To RSVP, please click here.
Books can be purchased on Amazon.com. For photos and original music, visit www.birdonawirebook.com
Sunday
May 5th
3:00pm
Hopeful Connections
Join Open Spirit intern Ryan Conston on May 5th at Open Spirit for an afternoon of meaningful conversations. He will share his latest project, the "Hopeful Connections" card game, which explores hope, purpose, and the things that matter.
Registration is encouraged, so we can plan well. To register: click here
See you then, and tell your friends!
This event will be held in Edwards Hall.
Monday
May 20th
2:00-3:30pm
Spirituality & Poetry; Grounded in Awe
Monthly Poetry writing Workshop
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!
This class will be held from 2:00-3:30pm in-person at Open Spirit in our Edwards Hall.
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 visit https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=T9PVD6ESG9M6J
Email info@openspriritcenter.org with any questions.
Wednesdays
10:00am
in-person qi gong/Tai chi
with Kathleen sakovitz
We are now offering in-person Qi Gong/Tai Chi classes. Join Kathleen Sakovitz on Wednesday mornings for Qi Gong/Tai Chi at Open Spirit.
All are welcome. Suitable for beginners.
Classes are held in Sue Dickerman Hall located next to Edwards Church.
Suggested donation: $10-$15.
To donate with a credit card via PayPal click here.
If you can't make it to our in-person class, Kathleen offers Qi Gong/Tai Chi via Zoom at 8:45am on Tuesdays and Thursdays. She is looking to teach Tuesday class as a hybrid class. If you are interested in attending in-person, please email Kathleen.
To join one of those sessions via Zoom, click here.
On Display
Expectations
by Artist Megan Kwan
We're thrilled to present "Expectations," a new art show featuring the creations of local artist, Megan Kwan.
Megan, played a pivotal role in designing the stunning heart sculpture on the Open Spirit campus, is now a fine arts student at Boston University.
Expectations will be on display in Edwards Hall through March.