New post on the blog today about Mindfulness from one of our favorite guest instructors, Nora Yolles Young. Nora will lead a four week series for us on mindfulness and stress starting THIS Sunday, December 13. Nora is a hypnotherapist and an energy healer and she will lead us in guided meditation & discussion aimed at exploring our relationship to stress and shifting the way we understand and manage it. The series meets Sundays from 5-6pm on Zoom and is $50. If this resonates with you please sign up here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=764290&stype=-104&sView=day&sLoc=0&sTrn=100000067&date=12/13/20

Relaxing and rejuvenating practice for calming the mind and body with poses held for long periods of time with the support of props such as straps, blocks, pillows, blankets, or towels. Breathing and mindfulness techniques are offered. Thursdays in January beginning 1/7 from 12:00-1:00 pm on Zoom.

A Group inspired by the Adopt a High School Senior movement across the country. During these hard times, we need to find a positive outlet. Let's not lose sight of the young adults that have had so much taken from them due to COVID-19. Come together to make our High School Seniors feel important. We can become their extended family. Post your Seniors so that we can help give the Class of 2021 a big boost! Members of this Group: pick a Senior, pick two, pick three, reach out to them in any way possible to celebrate with them in their accomplishments. Send a letter, cards, food, a cake, gift basket, whatever you are inspired to do. Let's celebrate them the only way can can right now. All Chatham County School Seniors are encouraged to participate! See Less

Join us on Zoom to hear Pittsboro Town Manager Chris Kennedy discuss the improvements to the traffic circle in downtown Pittsboro.

Relaxing and rejuvenating practice for calming the mind and body with poses held for long periods of time with the support of props such as straps, blocks, pillows, blankets, or towels. Breathing and mindfulness techniques are offered. Thursdays in January beginning 1/7 from 12:00-1:00 pm on Zoom.

To commemorate the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we are excited to share a multi-offering zoom class on Monday, January 18, 2021. 100% of proceeds will go to SABA - more information below. The class includes a guided Loving Kindness meditation (Lexie), Dharma talk (Cierra) and a gentle flow yoga practice (Chelsea). In an effort to center the great legacy of Dr. King, we'll be holding space for community during this class and offering donations to the new Chatham County school, School of Arts for Boys Academy (SABA), which endeavors to empower and build underrepresented minority boys to be strong, creative academic scholars, critical thinkers and community leaders through a culturally responsive arts-based education. More information can be found here: https://www.sabacademy.org/ Meet us on the mat on the morning of Martin Luther King day for a great opportunity to practice gratitude, mindfulness and community-building.

LIVE Zoom Clearance Sale for New Horizons West, Wednesday, January 27th

Wellness seminar on Zoom from Duke Center for Living. Starting next Monday, February 1st the Physical Therapists from next door will be presenting a wellness series on balance and posture. See the outline below: 2/1: When the Foot Hits the Ground - A Discussion on Ankle and Foot Strength and Mobility with David Parker, PT. 2/8: 3 Tips to Practice to Increase Stability, Safety and Confidence with David Parker, PT. 2/15: 3 Tips to Lessen Stress on the Spine, Neck and Back with Connie Arnold, PT. 2/22: Using your Diaphragm to Improve Your Posture with Stephanie Pompeo, PT. Zoom info: Zoom using the meeting ID 870 1228 7235!

Registration opens February 3, 2021. Campers will experience the incredible world of the sanctuary. They will visit the animals daily, learn about the essential role carnivores play in their natural habitats, find out what it takes to be a wildcat veterinarian, practice wildlife biology skills, and help some of the tigers express their creativity through painting! Each week of camp is limited to 12 campers. Please note, all campers will be required to wear masks during camp and social distancing will be observed to keep everyone safe. See the link below for times, costs, and after-care options.

February exercise orientation classes. Duke Center for Living is scheduling small group (3 people) exercise orientation classes this month: Our February Small Group Orientation schedule is out! What is it? An introduction to the exercise equipment and a chance to learn the exercise recommendations from the American College of Sports Medicine. What to bring? Your questions and possibly a notebook. How much does it cost? It's free! Space is limited to 3 members, registration required through the Online Member Portal or Member Services.

Black Yogi Collective discussion groups (times shown in the image are incorrect; the discussion is 5-6 pm.) This is a free class for black yogis by black yogis. The first class in our Black History Month series, Black Yogi Collective provides a safe space to practice & share for Black/BIPOC yogis. Yoga teachers Chelsea Gardner and Cierra McEachern will lead a discussion followed by a beginner-friendly asana practice. Please register at the link below & you'll receive the Zoom info/link in your confirmation email.

A Group inspired by the Adopt a High School Senior movement across the country. During these hard times, we need to find a positive outlet. Let's not lose sight of the young adults that have had so much taken from them due to COVID-19. Come together to make our High School Seniors feel important. We can become their extended family. Post your Seniors so that we can help give the Class of 2021 a big boost! Members of this Group: pick a Senior, pick two, pick three, reach out to them in any way possible to celebrate with them in their accomplishments. Send a letter, cards, food, a cake, gift basket, whatever you are inspired to do. Let's celebrate them the only way can can right now. All Chatham County School Seniors are encouraged to participate! See Less

Debbie Andleton and McKenzie Allgood-Chatham Park -February 10th 9 am Speaking and answering your questions about Chatham Park

All, if you want to come to a Zoom Sale tonight at 5 pm - I’ll be showing clearance items from New Horizons Downtown. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84716456720

Tune into Facebook for the last of the end-of-season sale at New Horizons Downtown!

Please join us in Yoga Garden Pittsboro's virtual studio for our Black History Month: Asana & Conversation series. No previous yoga experience is necessary: all are most welcome to attend. Classes are donation based and a portion of proceeds will flow to CORE, Chatham Organizing for Racial Equity. Visit yogagardenpbo.com to register. Monday, February 15, 5:30-6:30 pm: Melanated on the Mat The first half of this class will be a conversation centering on allyship n the mat. Yoga teachers Chelsea Gardner and Cierra McEachern will lead a discussion around creating more inclusive and welcoming yoga spaces. We'll practice a gently flowing asana and meditation together with Lexie Wolf following the discussion. Friday, February 19, 6-7 pm: Cool, Calm & Collected Join us to experience yogic practices that can help create a calm and present space in our hearts and minds. We'll briefly discuss the benefits & basics, then practice intention setting & affirmations, breathwork, asana practice (the physical postures of yoga) and meditation. Cierra, Chelsea, and Lexie lead. We'll enjoy a peaceful and meditative Friday evening and leave with self-care techniques for our daily lives. Sunday, February 28, 7-8:15 pm: Relax, Relate & Release This is a restorative yoga class themed around healing and unity to wrap up our Black History Month series. We'll begin with a short talk about the conversations we've had and some takeaways from this series. We'll finish by going deeply inward for a peaceful restorative practice. Have pillows & blankets ready. Restorative yoga involves placing the body in very comfortable, supportive postures that will allow for gentle relaxation and releasing of tension in the body.  Cierra and Chelsea lead the discussion, Jessica Palmer-Gwaltney leads our restorative yoga practice.

Please join us in Yoga Garden Pittsboro's virtual studio for our Black History Month: Asana & Conversation series. No previous yoga experience is necessary: all are most welcome to attend. Classes are donation based and a portion of proceeds will flow to CORE, Chatham Organizing for Racial Equity. Visit yogagardenpbo.com to register. Friday, February 19, 6-7 pm: Cool, Calm & Collected Join us to experience yogic practices that can help create a calm and present space in our hearts and minds. We'll briefly discuss the benefits & basics, then practice intention setting & affirmations, breathwork, asana practice (the physical postures of yoga) and meditation. Cierra, Chelsea, and Lexie lead. We'll enjoy a peaceful and meditative Friday evening and leave with self-care techniques for our daily lives. Sunday, February 28, 7-8:15 pm: Relax, Relate & Release This is a restorative yoga class themed around healing and unity to wrap up our Black History Month series. We'll begin with a short talk about the conversations we've had and some takeaways from this series. We'll finish by going deeply inward for a peaceful restorative practice. Have pillows & blankets ready. Restorative yoga involves placing the body in very comfortable, supportive postures that will allow for gentle relaxation and releasing of tension in the body.  Cierra and Chelsea lead the discussion, Jessica Palmer-Gwaltney leads our restorative yoga practice.