Dec 21 Saturday
Everyone loves kites! Humboldt Kiters is all about flying, creating, promoting the art and science of kiting.
Dec 23 Monday
The South Coast Folk Society invites all dancers, and would-be dancers, to our free fitness class every Monday morning at 9:00AM in North Bend. Women and men, young and old, are all encouraged to join the fun as we learn a variety of invigorating beginner-friendly dances from the United States and around the world. Singles, couples, and drop-ins are all welcome. No prior experience or partner needed.
We meet every Monday for this popular social gathering. Each class is special, so please come when you can. Skilled instructors will guide you every step of the way. The dances are easy to learn and appropriate for all ages. It鈥檚 a great opportunity to enjoy beautiful music and joyful movement in a friendly social environment.
We meet at the North Bend Senior Center for this free weekly class. The center is located at 1470 Airport Lane in North Bend and open to all ages. Casual clothes are recommended, and comfortable dancing shoes. The class features dances from America, Europe, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Dance styles include circle dances, line dances, partner dances and sets. All are basic beginner level dances, fun to do and easy to learn. For more information about the classes, call Paul Poresky at 541-404-8267.
Dec 25 Wednesday
We have a wide assortment of food available. Bags with staple items are pre-filled, but we will gladly add any special requests if they are available. When you visit, there is always a simple lunch. On the last Wednesday of every month, we serve a pretty darned good hot meal with salad and a huge table filled with pies and desserts. We call it a community lunch. All are welcomed.
Dec 26 Thursday
Thursdays 6:00 - 7:30 pmIn-person and via Zoom
Calm Abiding Meditation
This meditation is common to many traditions of Buddhism. In this practice, we rest our attention on a simple meditative support, such as the breath. Instead of following thoughts and emotions as we usually do, we release them and maintain our connection to the support.
鈥淔rom this practice, we can experience a stable and calm mind. We learn to maintain and return to a sense of stillness, no matter what our outer circumstances. The mind is relaxed, alert and aware. The results of this practice are serenity, freedom in the face of circumstances, and ultimately Buddhahood.鈥
From Meditation for Beginners, by Bokar Rinpoche.
To attend Calm Abiding Meditation via Zoom, email the office at OFFICE@KSCASHLAND.ORG to join the mailing list.
Dec 28 Saturday
Experience the joy of congenial social dancing to great live music at a public dance in North Bend Saturday the 28th of December. All dancers are welcome at the Bay Area Contra Dance starting at 6:00pm. This special event is sponsored by the South Coast Folk Society and will be held in the Community Room of the North Bend Senior Center. Join us for a light-hearted community gathering appropriate for teens and adults. There will be live music all evening, plus dance instruction and calling. This event is free, and open to everyone from age 12 up. New dancers are always welcome. No prior experience or partner is required at this alcohol and fragrance free event.
Contra Dancing is joyful and easy to learn, like an old-time barn dance. It鈥檚 a delightful way to dance and socialize to invigorating music. Come swing your partner and do-si-do to the foot-stomping music of the Outstanding Open Band. Instructors Lorie Bunyard and Paul Poresky will provide a new dancer lesson at 6:00pm, and expert dance calling all evening. Wear casual clothes and comfortable dance shoes. Please join us on the dance floor, or relax and enjoy fine music.
Many thanks to the North Bend Senior Activity Center for hosting the monthly Bay Area Contra Dances. The tables will be cleared to make room for dancers and musicians in this spacious facility. The center is open to all ages and is located at 1470 Airport Lane in North Band. Save the date. Doors open at 5:45, lesson at 6, dancing 6:30. There will be refreshments available all evening. Contact Paul at 541-404-8267 for more information, or visit southcoastfolksociety.com.
Dec 30 Monday
Jan 01 Wednesday
Jan 06 Monday
Jan 07 Tuesday
A fun, interactive, and eye-opening workshop that dives into the real reasons behind your long-term health issues and symptoms. Free admission. More at rvml.org
Jan 08 Wednesday