Yoga and Dance Fitness start next week

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Do you have fitness goals for 2025? Lifelong Community Learning has you covered with Dance Fitness and multiple yoga classes starting next week. Plus, there are group sports and other options available in February and beyond. Click the link below for all the info. For information and to register, visit: Community Learning Exercise & Wellness Classes

Lifelong Learning Institute - Franklin Public Schools | 218 Oak Street Room 137 | Franklin, MA 02038 US

Yoga Nidra One-Night Session - Nov 18

Monday, Nov. 18th, 6 pm

"Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self." — The Bhagavad Gita.  Join this one-night Yoga Nidra session to meditate and center yourself. For information and to register, visit: Community Learning Exercise & Wellness Classes

Lifelong Learning Institute - Franklin Public Schools | 218 Oak Street Room 137 | Franklin, MA 02038 US

Relax and unwind...

Yoga Nidra and Sound Bath Mediation

Find your Zen with these two meditative experiences from Lifelong Community Learning. For information and to register, visit: Community Learning Exercise & Wellness Classes

Lifelong Learning Institute - Franklin Public Schools | 218 Oak Street Room 137 | Franklin, MA 02038 US

SAFE to Host Free Narcan Trainings, Yoga, and Concert in September

SAFE Coalition, based out of Franklin, will offer free Narcan training, trauma-informed yoga classes, and a concert with local band The Elastic 5 this September.

SAFE Coalition

On Tuesday, Oct. 1, SAFE will host free Narcan training at the public libraries in Norfolk (9 a.m. to 10 a.m.), Medway (10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.), and Wrentham (11:30 a.m. to noon). Attendees will learn how to recognize overdose, practice administering Narcan, and develop confidence in responding to an overdose. 

“Hosting community Narcan trainings increases access to Narcan and decreases stigma related to the disease of addiction,” says  Jennifer Levine, CEO and co-founder of SAFE. “Here in Norfolk County, we still see the impact of opioids within our communities and to know we have over 5000 doses of Narcan in the hands of our citizens is incredibly powerful.”

Trainings are supported by Norfolk, Medway, and Wrentham Opioid Abatement Funds. People can also contact SAFE to request one-on-one or group Narcan training.

Starting Sept. 7, SAFE will offer trauma-informed yoga sessions led by Michelle Palladini. Palladini, Norfolk deputy chief of police and founder of the L.E.A.P. program, is active in providing knowledge and training to the community, focusing especially on trauma, empowerment, and wellness. 

trauma-informed yoga sessions

“Physical and emotional wellness is the cornerstone of healing,” says Palladini. “I’ve found mindfulness to be incredibly helpful and enjoy sharing the practice with others. We all have something to heal from, and this is one path along the journey.”

Trauma-informed yoga focuses on mindfulness and body awareness. This practice is more sensitive to trauma triggers and teaches participants how to recognize trauma-associated spikes in one’s nervous system. 

These free sessions will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Saturdays through November and take place at the SAFE office. Registration is required: tinyurl.com/safeyogareg 

On Sept. 21, local band The Elastic 5 will perform at the SAFE office as part of the SAFE After Dark series. Based out of Boston, the Elastic 5 plays tributes to 20th century music, from the British Invasion to 80s/90s alternative, Rock & Roll to Power Pop.  The evening will begin with Open Mic from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. followed by The Elastic 5’s performance from 8:15 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

SAFE After Dark is a "Sober Coffeehouse" where artists, comedians, and musicians of all levels of age and experience are welcome to share the open mic 

“There are very few places that artists in recovery can perform that offer a safe, sober, and supportive environment,” says James Derick, director of Family Recovery and co-founder of SAFE. “We recognized this and wanted to provide an alternative.”

“Anyone is encouraged to perform,” says Derick. “Musicians, poets, comedians, spoken word—all are welcome.”

Anyone interested in performing can reserve their spot by sending an email to Derick at jderick@safecoalitionma.org

SAFE is in the Moseley Mill building at 31 Hayward Street, Suite 2C, in Franklin. Contact SAFE at info@safecoalitionma.org or 508-488-8105 for more information on these events or to request Narcan training at a different date.  

With support groups, educational courses, events, training, support services and more, SAFE provides a whole-person, whole-family, whole-community approach to addiction, prevention, and recovery. To learn more about SAFE’s offerings or volunteer, visit the SAFE website -> https://www.safecoalitionma.org/

Sarah & Ariel reveals what's happening at the Senior Center this August 2024 (audio)

FM #1255 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1255 in the series. 

This session shares my conversation with Sarah Amaral, Director, and Ariel Doggett, Programming & Volunteer Coordinator with the Franklin Senior Center. We had our discussion at the Franklin Senior Center on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.

 

We talk about 

• Guided Meditation

• Intro to line dancing. Come learn the basics before joining our line dancing class at 11. 

• Neuroscience of Mental Health

• Hip Hop Chair Dance Class

• Laughter Yoga

• Pizza and Movie Night: If

• Eat Around the World: Iceland

• Memory Cafe 

• Monthly Party: Fish Fry with Barbershop Quartet

And many other aspects of the very busy and fun place that the Senior Center is for the whole community, not just seniors!

The show notes include links to the Senior Center page ,the calendar of events and to subscribe to the once  a month newsletter 

The recording runs about 30 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1255-franklin-ma-senior-center-august-2024-highlights-07-31-24/

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Franklin Senior Center page ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc 

August newsletter -> https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif10036/f/uploads/august_newsletter.pdf 

Subscribe to the newsletter -> by calling 508-520-4945

August 2024 Calendar of Events ->  https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/month/2024-08 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial. 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors

• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news 

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

Sarah & Ariel reveals what's happening at the Senior Center this August 2024 (audio)

Yoga on the beach: begins Sunday, June 30 at Beaver Pond

Free Yoga class on the beach

 

Franklin Recreation offers a Free Yoga class on the beach at Beaver Pond Sunday mornings beginning June 30, 2024.

Shared from -> https://www.facebook.com/share/p/ZjFKs15kF7V7vB2z/ 

Lifelong Learning has a variety of Yoga classes for Spring

Lifelong Learning posted on Mon, Mar 25, 2024:

From beginner to more advanced, you'll find a Spring yoga class that's right for you from Community Learning. 

Register at https://t.co/RgCxWb8agp.

#fpslifelong #fpslifelongcommunity https://t.co/E1gP4Jr59x

Shared from -> https://twitter.com/FPSLearning/status/1772344627376312798

Lifelong Learning has a variety of Yoga classes for Spring

New! Yoga Nidra Workshop offered by Lifelong Community Learning

Try this relaxing meditation class...

Try this wonderful new yoga workshop from Lifelong Community Learning! Monday, March 18th, 6-7 pm. For information and to register, visit: Exercise & Wellness Classes

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Warrior Within Yoga Project Pilot Program Starts Dec 7, 2023 at the Franklin Senior Center

Franklin Warrior Yoga

A new Veteran yoga program with Warrior Within Yoga Project is coming to Franklin, MA starting December 7th and meeting Thursdays 6-7 PM at the Franklin Senior Center.

Warrior Within Yoga Project is a local nonprofit that specializes in accessible, evidence-based and trauma-informed yoga for military and first responder populations.

The class is free to all veterans, service members, first responders and their families/caretakers. The sessions are beginner friendly, taught at a slower pace and focus on improving mobility and decreasing stress.  

Two talented yoga instructors will be leading sessions including US Army veteran Christopher Boehm along with Cathy Kilcoyne.

The class has rolling enrollment so drop in at any time. You are welcome to any or all sessions. 

We encourage registering online in advance at   www.warriorwithinyoga.org/schedule or by emailing WWYP's Program Coordinator Victoria Rojasss   victoriar@warriorwithinyoga.org

Shared from -> https://www.franklinma.gov/veterans-services/news/warrior-within-yoga-project-pilot-program-starts-07-dec-2023-franklin-senior

SAFE Coalition: Self-Care Saturdays scheduled through Nov 18, 2023

JOIN US for Self-Care Saturdays!   Greetings!   The holiday season can be difficult for those that have a family member suffering from substance use disorder, mental health concerns, or have an empty chair at the table. Imagine having four weeks devoted to your own Self-Care before the start of the holiday season?   Beginning Saturday October 28th, from 9:00 am - 10:30am, SAFE's Family Support Center will host Self-Care Saturdays.  Each Saturday will provide an opportunity to experience a new modality for healing while experiencing the power of group fellowship.    All are welcome!    Please RSVP to info@safecoalitionma.org There is no cost for this event (donations are voluntary and will be gladly accepted).   For more information, please email Jim Derick   jderick@safecoalitionma.org or call 508-488-8105   Warmly,  Jim Derick Director, Family Support\ Cofounder  SAFE Coalition

Register for Summer Yoga with Lifelong Learning

Connect your mind and body...

5-Week Summer Vinyasa Flow Yoga Class Connect your breath, mind, and body through the soothing movements of Vinyasa Flow Yoga! For details and to register: http://bit.ly/3H71kNJ

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