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Offerings at Serlingpa Meditation Center October

TUESDAYS | OCTOBER 18 - NOVEMBER 15 | 7 - 8:30pm Understanding that we have a choice in how we internally respond to life’s challenges encourages and empowers us to train our mind to deal with difficulties in a healthy way—that helps us learn and grow from our experiences. Through the practice of meditation, we can look at challenging circumstances in our life, re-adjust our perspective on the situation, and practice cultivating an attitude that allows our mind to stay balanced and solution-oriented. SATURDAY | OCTOBER 22 | 10am - 1:30pm Due to a misunderstanding of the true nature of things, we perceive ourselves in a state of painful isolation from others and our world. We see our limitations as real and we feel stuck.  But our limitations are not real. In this retreat, we will explore Buddha’s teachings on emptiness: the true nature of reality. Emptiness means that things do not exist in a fixed way outside the mind, but that they exist as mere appearances to mind. Understanding this will naturally free our mind from a sense of limitation and insecurity, and fill us with a sense of joy and immense possibility. TUESDAYS | 5:45 - 6:15PM Unwind your mind with this 30 minute meditation class after work. By attending this class, you will develop the skills of meditation, leave behind your internal busyness and stress, enjoy an inner experience of relaxation, and leave for home refreshed. Please check our calendar to find out when this class is being hosted. 1st & 3rd Sunday of the Month | 9:30 - 10:30am Through meditation, teachings, story-telling, arts & crafts, and other fun activities, this special class is designed to help children & parents share a meaningful and fun family experience, while developing integral minds of happiness such as kindness, patience & generosity. These classes are designed for children ages 5 to 11. We ask that an adult accompany children. SUNDAYS | 11AM - 12:30PM | ONGOING  Meditations for World Peace is dedicated to the study, meditation and practice of Lamrim – stages of the path to enlightenment – a special set of instructions that includes all the essential teachings of Buddha, structured in a comprehensive way that is easy to understand and put into practice.

Rock Against the TPP Concert Oct 7

The tour stops in Boston on Friday, October 7th with an all-star lineup including Mirah, Debo Band, Foundation Movement, and more! Click here to get your free ticket.

The TPP is a legally-binding deal between 12 governments, including the U.S., that was negotiated in total secrecy with hundreds of corporate lobbyists helping draft the text. If ratified, it would be the largest backroom deal of its kind in history, and it poses a grave threat to good paying jobs, the environment, internet freedom, food safety, and our basic democratic process. Rock Against the TPP is a series of large-scale concerts, protests, and teach-ins designed to spark an uprising to stop the TPP and expose the grave threat that it poses to our most basic rights. Through a series of large-scale educational concert events, protests, and teach-ins, we’re reaching huge numbers of people who have never heard of the TPP before, and igniting a mass movement to stop it in its tracks. 

Rock Against the TPP Concert
Friday, October 7th
6pm - 10pm @ Spontaneous Celebrations
45 Danforth St, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130
All ages. FREE!
RSVP required, click here.
Invite all your friends on Facebook here.

Featuring: Indie pop legend Mirah, Ethiopian dance party Debo Band, Boston hip hop icons Foundation Movement, Evan Greer, Taina Asili y La Banda Rebelde, Bell’s Roar, Tigerman WOAH, and more. Plus lots of information and ways to get involved in the fight to stop the TPP.

Don't let corporate lobbyists make this decision - come out to Rock Against the TPP and help us make sure that this deal never sees the light of day. Click here for your free ticket to Rock Against the TPP on October 7!

The Wave Oct 9

THE WAVE BOSTON : HW&W EDITION The Wave Boston returns this Sunday, October 9th! We have teamed up with the west coast music label + collective Huh What and Where (HW&W). If you're not familiar with HW&W, their roster consists of artists such as Kaytranada, Ta-Ku, Pomo, Stwo, and more! We're happy to announce that HW&W artists Gravez + Tek.lun will be making their Wave Boston debut. The homie Mann Paqq will be welcoming everyone to The Wave with eclectic vibes to get things warmed up. After that, we're going to let Tek.lun and Gravez finish off the night with two sets of originals, remixes, and your favorite records! This is a special one so dont sleep. Get your tickets early! See you Sunday! LINE-UP Mann Paqq Tek.lun  Gravez ADMISSION Online Presale: $15 Door: $20 USE PROMO CODE: FAMBAM to receive 25% off on an online presale ticket purchase   21+ | Proper ID Required | Doors Open at 4:30pm! Early Arrival is Recommended!

GoFive Street Art Oct14

Witness art in action at the unveiling of an urban art piece entitled “GeO (GoFive) Street Art” that honors the creativity and passion of our diverse neighborhood.Created by the GN Crew of Boston, an artistic graffiti group founded in 1995 by local Artists Rezume and Dayz, their contemporary art will decorate La Galería at our Villa Victoria Center for the Arts (VVCA).  Comprised of 13 members, the GN Crew boasts a reputation for local, diverse artists who characterize themselves through their exciting styles, creative color palettes, and innovative ideas for transforming a myriad of spaces.  These talented Graffers (graffiti artists) are helping to redefine what is art while being a voice for our community along the way.

DATE AND TIME

Fri, October 14, 2016

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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LOCATION

Villa Victoria Center for the Arts

85 West Newton Street

Boston, MA 02118

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Language into Beat Oct 7

Henry Cole is Translating “Language into a Beat” This Friday, we are excited to host this world renowned percussionist who is transforming the music scene: Henry Cole, a Puerto Rican native, leads Villa Locura with his wide musical range, grace, and sheer power behind the drum kit. Cole bridges the traditional with the contemporary, combining various musical influences - Puerto Rican folklore, funk and R&B, jazz and Afro-Caribbean rhythms - to create his own, unique genre. We sat down with Cole to talk about the creative process behind this explosive fusion, you can read it here. This is a performance you won't want to miss. Last chance to purchase your ticketsbefore they're all gone!

Drinks & Board Games

Photo by Ji Y – Knight Moves

Would You Like To Play A Game?

The Local Yelp - Boston

We get it — you love Pokémon. Social gaming is rad and all, but let's not forget the originals: Trivial Pursuit, Sorry, Monopoly, Cards Against Humanity... Find these and more at the featured bistros, bars, and brewhouses that pack a little boxed-up entertainment!

Knight Moves 56 reviews Cafes Coolidge Corner, 1402 Beacon St, Brookline, MA Samuel K. wrote: “A cafe... for board games! You pay a one-time fee for the day and you can play all day (or night, on the weekends)! They have an impressive collection of board games — many different kinds and genres of games for your enjoyment.”

Aeronaut Brewing Company 112 reviews Breweries, Bars, Tours 14 Tyler St, Somerville, MA Tonya S. wrote: “One of my favorite brewery spots to bring a fun group. There are good beers, a Pac-Man arcade game, Donkey Kong on the PlayStation, and a variety of board games... the beer selections were delicious!”

Internal Matter 30 reviews Wine Bars, Cafes, American (New) South Boston, 35 Channel Center St, Boston, MA Brendan B. wrote: “Food is amazing and vibe is great. It's themed like an artist's studio and mellow music... Board games and books to borrow while you hang out! Not your typical Boston restaurant. If it's empty, don't worry! Worth it!”

Highball Lounge 171 reviews Cocktail Bars Downtown, 90 Tremont St, Boston, MA Colleen E. wrote: “Love visiting this bar since they have a wide range of board games to play while you eat and drink. The atmosphere is really fun on Fridays since they bring in a DJ. You can also get a rubber ducky in your cocktail.”

Brass Union 102 reviews Cocktail Bars, American (Traditional) 70 Union Square, Somerville, MA Kelsey G. wrote: “Hip cocktails and lengthy beer list — the variety of games including two large shuffle boards makes this place a fun joint for a Saturday night. The DJ is also really good!”