An Introduction to "Forest Bathing" for Elders (Central)
Curious about “forest bathing” (spoiler alert: no water required) and how to experience it indoors?
Then join us for a calming and restorative indoor introduction to the practice of Forest Bathing, specially designed for people 55 and over.
Come once or join every workshop in this 6-part series to explore the concept of "Shinrin-yoku" (“forest bathing”) which is the practice of being mindful and contemplative within nature, using all your senses.
Stefanie Haug, LICSW (she/her) guides people on journeys of self-awareness and relationship with nature as a local psychotherapist, certified Mindful Outdoor Guide (Kripalu), and coach. Her career has spanned the nonprofit and corporate world with a focus on the wellbeing of humans and the more-than-human world.
Add Color to Our Youth Centers
Paint the youth buildings in Cambridge with colors and patterns. Students and families from each youth center would participate in deciding the colors/design for each building and help with the painting to increase community involvement.
Apply to DHSP Preschool Programs
The Department of Human Service Programs has seven high-quality preschools located throughout Cambridge. All DHSP preschools are full-time programs, operating 5 days a week and 12 months each year.
Read to a Dog - for Adults! (O'Neill)
Come spend time with a cuddly friend! Trained therapy dogs provide warm and nonjudgmental reading companions, this time for adults. Registration for each 10-minute time slot is required and begins on Tuesday, April 1 by calling or visiting the O’Neill Branch Library at 617-349-4023.
Learn to Bike Road Readiness Workshop
Road Readiness is a free workshop for adults who already know how to ride a bike but want more practice building skills and confidence. Participants will learn skills such as shifting gears, adjusting seats, hand signaling, and safe riding techniques. Bicycles and helmets will be provided.
Learn to Bike Road Readiness Workshop
Road Readiness is a free workshop for adults who already know how to ride a bike but want more practice building skills and confidence. Participants will learn skills such as shifting gears, adjusting seats, hand signaling, and safe riding techniques. Bicycles and helmets will be provided.
Learn to Bike Road Readiness Workshop
Road Readiness is a free workshop for adults who already know how to ride a bike but want more practice building skills and confidence. Participants will learn skills such as shifting gears, adjusting seats, hand signaling, and safe riding techniques. Bicycles and helmets will be provided.
Learn to Bike Road Readiness Workshop
Road Readiness is a free workshop for adults who already know how to ride a bike but want more practice building skills and confidence. Participants will learn skills such as shifting gears, adjusting seats, hand signaling, and safe riding techniques. Bicycles and helmets will be provided.