Refresh and renew your yoga practice
Yoga Garden 184 East Street, Pittsboro , NC, United StatesRefresh and renew your yoga practice in 2021 with this creative & inspiring program suitable for all levels. It starts with a livestream kickoff class January 10. You’ll receive a manual and simple instructions for short daily yoga, meditation & breathing practices to get you back on track. A Facebook group offers daily inspiration, and five weekly full length livestream classes on Monday evenings round out this offering. Sliding scale starts at just $50 - an incredible value. Visit our website for more info & registration. See the website for details.
Adopt a Chatham County HS Senior
Chatham Business Services Pittsboro, NCA 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
PBA Member Meeting Jan21
Zoom MeetingJoin us on Zoom to hear Pittsboro Town Manager Chris Kennedy discuss the improvements to the traffic circle in downtown Pittsboro.
Restorative Yoga on Thursdays in January
Zoom MeetingRelaxing 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.
MLK Day Community Yoga Class
Yoga Garden 184 East Street, Pittsboro , NC, United StatesTo 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.
“At Your Side” Applications Open
Main Street America and Brother International are working together to support small businesses and amplify the importance these enterprises play in communities across the country. The collaboration will shine a light on inspiring entrepreneurs and provide critical resources and marketing support to small businesses in need. As part of this initiative, we’ve teamed up to launch the “At Your Side” Small Business Grant Program to provide a total of $75,000 to Main Street small businesses in need. The program will support brick-and-mortar small businesses in designated Main Street districts as they work to adapt to COVID-19 and prepare for the next phases of reopening across the country, while also helping to revitalize and strengthen older and historic commercial corridors. Grants of $5,000 to $10,000 will be awarded on a competitive basis. Applications will open at 12pm EST/ 11am CST on Thursday, January 21 and continue to be accepted through Thursday, January 28 at 7:59pm EST/ 6:59pm CST. See Program Terms and Conditions here.
New Horizons West Zoom Clearance Sale!
Zoom MeetingLIVE Zoom Clearance Sale for New Horizons West, Wednesday, January 27th
Wellness Seminars on Zoom
Zoom MeetingWellness 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!
Carolina Tiger Summer Camp Registration
Carolina Tiger Rescue 1940 Hanks Chapel Road, Pittsboro, NCRegistration 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.
Small Group Exercise Orientation
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 and Asanas
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.
Adopt a Chatham County HS Senior
Chatham Business Services Pittsboro, NCA 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
PBA Member Meeting Feb 2021
Zoom MeetingDebbie Andleton and McKenzie Allgood-Chatham Park -February 10th 9 am Speaking and answering your questions about Chatham Park
New Horizon Live Sale on Zoom
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
New Horizons West Live sale on Facebook
Chatham Outfitters 674 West Street, Pittsboro, NCTune into Facebook for the last of the end-of-season sale at New Horizons West!
New Horizons Downtown Live sale on Facebook
New Horizons Downtown 52 Hillsboro St, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesTune into Facebook for the last of the end-of-season sale at New Horizons Downtown!
Melanated on the Mat
Zoom MeetingPlease 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.
Cool, Calm, and Collected Yoga Discussion
Zoom MeetingPlease 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.
Small Group Exercise Orientation
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.
Facebook Ads for Small Businesses – Online
In this training offered through CCCC, social media strategist Melanie Diehl will take you through the basics of advertising on Facebook and learn how to go beyond organic methods of promotion. Attendees will learn the basics of setting up campaigns, how various tools work and how to get started with your marketing. Other topics include: how to target, how to reach your desired audience and important tips to enhance the performance of your advertising. Preregistration via the link below is required. PRE-REQUISITES: Facebook business page *required prior to workshop Facebook Ads Manager *required, but can be completed during the workshop