Celebrate the Turning of the Seasons

Join us for a weekend of uplifting activities as we honor the Autumn Equinox—a sacred time of balance and renewal. Together we’ll gather in community for kirtan, qigong, yoga, labyrinth walking, meditation, drumming, dancing with the elements, and more.

This is a free community event (sound healing and Sunday brunch are paid registered events), and all are welcome. Please bring along any food and snacks you’ll need, and/or donate to our shared meals on the schedule. Rooms are available to book for one night, two nights, or the entire weekend, so you can immerse yourself as much as you wish.

We’re excited to welcome visiting teachers, instructors, and friends, and we truly hope you’ll join us in celebrating the beauty of the season together.

Friday, September 19

9:30am - 10:30am - Gentle yoga with Amina

3:00 pm - 4:30PM — Sound healing therapy with Elise Manzo (pre-registration required. Register here)
Hiking the mountain, labyrinth walks & sanctuary visits
Drumming under the chimes
Community collaging

Saturday, September 20

Morning

9:00 – 11:00 am — Garden work with Sarah
11:00 – 12:00 pm — Qigong with Arif
12:00 – 12:30 pm — Herbal tea from the Abode
12:30 – 1:30 pm — Soup & bread lunch

Afternoon

2:00 – 3:00 pm — Labyrinth walk & mindful meditation with Iromee
3:30 – 4:30 pm — Gentle yoga & guided self-Reiki with Amina

Evening

5:30 – 6:30 pm — Indian dinner with Iromee (donations welcome)
6:45 – 7:45 pm — Autumn Equinox Ritual
- Opening circle prayer
- Songs & dances of the elements
- Prayer for the four directions
- Releasing & setting intentions for self, loved ones, and the world
- Closing prayer
7:45 – 9:00 pm — Drumming circle around the fire
10:00 pm — Quiet time begins

Sunday, September 21

9:30am - 10:30am — Healing Circle
11am - 12:00PM — Universal Worship & Community Brunch (by donation)
12:30pm - 1:30PM Sunday Community Brunch (by donation, please register beforehand)
2pm - 4pm - Dances of Universal Peace

We look forward to celebrating the Equinox with you!

Friday, September 19

Saturday, September 20

Sunday, September 21

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