BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sangha Education Center - ECPv6.17.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Sangha Education Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sanghacenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sangha Education Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T150000 DTSTAMP:20260719T091734Z CREATED:20260128T070432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260719T091734Z UID:10000886-1784466000-1784473200@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Meditative Nature Exploration - Cancelled DESCRIPTION:Join Certified Nature Therapy Guide\, Stephanie Gaglione for monthly Forest Bathing sessions that open with meditation and close with a nature tea ceremony. Experience “A Place of Wonder” within yourself\, with others and the natural world. Several sensory “nature invitations” are provided while we walk the grounds around Historic Malcolm House and take the trail to our Meadow Farm. Open to all ages and abilities… adults\, teens/young adults\, and parents with younger children alike! Community groups are welcome\, too! \n\n\n\nThemes change\, but some highlights for engaging with Nature have included “connecting with trees”\, “making nature’s music”\, “collecting nature scents”\, and much more. We gather in a community circle for reflection. Regular participation in Forest Bathing can reduce stress\, improve memory and focus\, bolster immune system response\, lead to better sleep\, and an overall sense of well-being. Come reap the benefits by participating in this community event! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Nature & Wellness Connections program\, please register using the free “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Nature & Wellness Connections” and free “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. \n\n\n\nContact us for family and group rates! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $25.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Nature & Wellness Connections\n \n $75.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/forest-bathing-meditative-nature-exploration-13/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Nature & Wellness Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Families_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260713T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T031517Z CREATED:20260602T010504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T031517Z UID:10000894-1783940400-1784300400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Summer at the Sangha 2026 - Week 2 DESCRIPTION:Photo by Esther de la Fuente on Instagram\n\n\n\nWeek 2 Sessions\n\n\n\nMONDAY JULY 13THAM – Cold Porcelain Claywork Making with Ester de la Fuente\, Artist & Yoga Instructor \n\n\n\nWe welcome one of our more recent community partners\, Esther de la Fuente of IndigoAzul29\, who creates jewelry and pottery inspired by nature to help cultivate our artistic abilities through cold porcelain claywork making\, design\, and painting over three sessions. Cold porcelain is a versatile\, air-dry modeling clay made primarily from cornstarch\, glue\, and oil. Its durable and smooth finish is perfect for sculpting and jewelry making! Once fully dry\, it hardens to resemble traditional porcelain but is lightweight and shatter-resistant. Esther will guide us in cold porcelain making by mixing and cooking the different materials\, followed by product design making! PM – Cold Porcelain Claywork Design with Ester de la Fuente\, Artist & Yoga Instructor \n\n\n\nDuring our afternoon session\, we will select items with textures from outdoors in nature and from samples brought in by Esther to create our own unique pendants\, ring dishes\, or keychain holder designs. The cold porcelain claywork making process requires instruction on handling the clay after it’s cooked and cooled and ways in which to create various patterns. Strings and chains will be provided and added to the clay based on each design choice. Once fully dry\, we will paint and decorate our creations during our third session on 7/27. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWEDNESDAY JULY 15TH \n\n\n\nAM – Marine Life Education & Touch Tank with The WaterFront Center of Oyster Bay  \n\n\n\nWe are excited to have The WaterFront Center of Oyster Bay with us once again for a marine life education session that includes a touch tank filled with various invertebrate that inhabit the local waters of Oyster Bay and the Long Island Sound. Participants will handle and identify different species and explore their characteristics\, learning about locomotion\, feeding behavior\, and habitats. In addition\, come to understand how we can protect our waters and marine life. Species usually consist of clams\, oysters\, hermit crabs\, spider crabs\, sea stars\, horseshoe crabs\, and more. These interesting creatures are interdependent in our ecosystem(s)\, and we can take part in further discovery through an outing to The WaterFront Center and Friends of the Bay during the Fall or Spring seasons.PM – Expressing Yourself Through Mixed Media Collage with Gae Polisner\, Attorney\, Writer\, and Artist \n\n\n\nGae Polisner is an attorney and author of seven award-winning novels for young readers. Gae’s most recent endeavor\, developed during the COVID-19 Pandemic\, is a unique form of collaging which she refers to as “Lyric Collage” that has also won her several awards\, including from the prestigious Art League of Long Island. She will be sharing her talent and creativity with us today. This class is intended for every level of artist. Through the combining of pre-existing images\, including those in nature with oil crayon\, found poetry\, and more\, participants will be inspired to create a vibrant and distinctive work of personal expression. Covering basic concepts of color\, contrast\, and technique\, all of those involved will create works that bring their worldview or current mood to the canvas\, whatever form that canvas takes. Examples of Gae’s art will be brought in for viewing so that how this unique art form takes shape becomes clear\, serving as a base for participants’ vision. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFRIDAY JULY 17THAM – Modge Podge Art Enchantments with Christine Keller\, Educator and Rob Gaudio\, Mentor \n\n\n\nThe magic of Modge Podge alone has a way of enhancing art with either a matte or glossy finish that helps designs come to life. But we will be creating “art enchantments” by using Modge Podge and various craft supplies to mystically elevate the scenes of our Mixed Media Collages completed with Gae Polisner. A sparkle here\, a 3D flower there\, a charm or drop of color on a black and white piece\, creates the ambience that enables the piece to feel enchanted! These finishing touches on our collages will demonstrate how to take art to a different level. Gae will provide insight and examples from her work\, and we will determine how to incorporate these ideas into our own art. \n\n\n\nPM – Remember Liss: A New American Founding Figure with Claire Bellerjeau\, Historian & Author  \n\n\n\nJoin historian and author Claire Bellerjeau for this impactful community class as she shares her discovery of a new American founding figure named Elizabeth\, or Liss\, for whom her book Remember Liss is dedicated. Liss was enslaved by the Townsend family of Oyster Bay and Jericho\, New York – including by James Townsend\, who once lived in part of Malcolm House. The most famous member of the Townsend family was Robert Townsend\, aka “Culper\, Jr.”\, George Washington’s lead spy in Manhattan during the Revolutionary War\, as retold in Espionage and Enslavement in the Revolution. Liss’s escape from Oyster Bay with the British during the Revolutionary War\, re-enslavement in Manhattan and later Charleston\, and her complex struggle for freedom give new insight into the country’s founding era through the eyes of an enslaved Black woman seeking liberty in a country fighting for its own. Participants will learn about techniques used by the spies\, including invisible ink\, the Culper Code\, and other methods of secret communication.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer at the Sangha 2026\n\n\n\nSee all the Summer at the Sangha events > \n\n\n\nDuring this 4-week general public program\, teens and young adults with a range of abilities (in middle\, high school\, college\, and the workplace) are introduced to a sampling of hands-on\, heart-centered inclusive community classes with nature & wellness themes including history\, culture\, science\, and creative arts. There is a morning and an afternoon class each day. Games and team-building take place during lunch in between sessions. Guided by our skilled teachers\, farmers\, peer-mentors and community partners\, participants come together for outdoor educational experiences\, enjoy camaraderie\, and minimize anxiety. Wonderful opportunities to learn what diversity in nature has to teach through the exploration and discovery of plants\, animals\, land and water in our Long Island “learnscape”\, connecting us as kin. Something for everyone! BYO lunch (water & snack available). AC indoors. \n\n\n\nDownload the Summer At The Sangha 2026 flyer > \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nRegister for Summer at the Sangha with our flexible 3-day bundle\, by the week\, or for the whole summer\, which includes all four weeks. Contact us for custom packages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Summer At The Sangha 2026 – Week 2\n \n $450.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Summer at the Sangha 2026 3-Day Bundle\n \n $450.00\n \n Select options\n \n \n \n \n Summer at the Sangha 2026 Full Program\n \n $1\,800.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n\n\nLocation URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/summer-at-the-sangha-2026-week-2/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Summer at the Sangha ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/indigoazil.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T140000 DTSTAMP:20260704T203256Z CREATED:20260704T194335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T203256Z UID:10000905-1783771200-1783778400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Meadow Farm Volunteer Day DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us for our Meadow Farm Volunteer Days\, two dates this Summer (July 11th from 12-2 pm and July 25th from 4-6 pm). We will meet up at Historic Malcolm House and take a nature trail walk through the Jericho Preserve to our Meadow Farm space. \n\n\n\nVolunteers will partake in weeding garden beds\, planting flowers and herbs\, and beautifying our special “Place of Wonder” for all community members to enjoy. Projects are guided by our farmers and educators. There is something for everyone! \n\n\n\nCome by this season to spend time with us\, walk the grounds\, and benefit from its peaceful presence. We look forward to seeing you at Sangha! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Nature & Wellness Connections program\, please register using the free “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Nature & Wellness Connections” and free “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. \n\n\n\nContact us for family and group rates! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Nature & Wellness Connections\n \n $75.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/meadow-farm-volunteer-day-july/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Nature & Wellness Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/meadow-farm_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T011059Z CREATED:20260602T010327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T011059Z UID:10000893-1783335600-1783695600@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Summer at the Sangha 2026 - Week 1 DESCRIPTION:Photo by Mario La Pergola on Unsplash\n\n\n\nWeek 1 Sessions\n\n\n\nMONDAY JULY 6THAM – Long Island History In Your Own Backyard – LI Quakers with Thereze Madison\, History EducatorSangha Education Center will kick off our summer season with one of four Long Island History In Your Own Backyard inclusive community classes\, Long Island Quakers of the Jericho Preserve. Thereze Madison\, Public School Educator and History Enthusiast\, will guide this educational experience. Through family ties\, friendships\, and a shared mission\, Quakers\, free African Americans\, and enslaved people collaborated to free those held in slavery in New York State before 1827 and many from the South throughout the 19th century. Today\, we will embark on an educational presentation\, interactive activity\, and historic walking tour of the Quaker Meeting House and cemetery across the street from our center at Historic Malcolm House.  \n\n\n\nPM – Nerf Teams\, Tag\, and Target Lessons with Brian Autar\, Mentor \n\n\n\nWe are excited to facilitate a request from program participants to offer a second class session of Nerf Teams\, Tag\, and Target Lessons. Based on the creation of previously built barriers and target boards\, we will break into teams and build visual-motor skills through target practice with soft Nerf darts. Participants will also embark on a team-building opportunity through tag strategy options developed and guided by Brian Autar and others. Combining education and skill-building\, young people will learn while enjoying this guided outdoor adventure on the premises of Historic Malcolm House. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWEDNESDAY JULY 8TH \n\n\n\nAM – Medicine Wheel Garden Signs & Ceremony with Christine Keller\, Educator\, and Malcolm Hall\, Carpenter \n\n\n\nWe are excited to explore ancient Medicine Wheel teachings in certain Native American cultures and relate their application to the world today to bring balance and harmony to our lives. We will embark on hands-on activities in the Medicine Wheel Garden at our Meadow Farm\, including the installation of kiosk signs and the specific placement of colored rocks that have symbolic meaning. Participants will take part in reading the messages the wheel has to teach\, and form the circle with mosaic tile stepping stones they made last year. Lastly\, all will partake in a dedication ceremony\, applying what we have learned about the history of the Medicine Wheel\, leaving the Meadow set up as our own sacred space to honor our ancestors and inspire future generations. \n\n\n\nPM – More Woodworking Wonders with Malcolm Hall\, Carpenter \n\n\n\nWe are happy\, as always\, to have our community partner and carpenter friend\, Malcolm Hall\, back with us to create more woodworking wonders! Malcolm will guide us in making uniquely lettered inspirational signs. We will select and sand wood pieces and choose from a grab bag of wisdom sayings or determine our own to be painted onto the appropriate-sized wood piece. We will be instructed in the art of decorative lettering and apply what we learn on our signs (one to take home and another for the Meadow Farm). Lastly\, we will leave them to dry and seal them at a later date. This hands-on learning experience combines philosophy and art\, building critical thinking skills while enjoying time with peers.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFRIDAY JULY 10THAM – Humorous Animal Homes & Habitats with Steeve Sproul\, STEM Educator \n\n\n\nHave you ever wondered who builds palaces on cliffs or who lurks in the deepest point on Earth? Learn about some of the weirdest and wildest animal homes. Explore extreme conditions and the extraordinary animal friends who can live in them. During this class\, STEM Educator Steeve Sproul will explore a range of humorous animal homes and habitats that will impress and surprise us. Animals of the globe are an important part of our ecosystem. We will take a look at the places where they flourish and the results of their successes.   \n\n\n\nPM – Sound Story Song Musical Storytelling with Lisa Mischke\, Vocalist & Musician  \n\n\n\nDuring our afternoon session\, we welcome back Lisa Mischke\, musician and vocalist\, for a unique musical storytelling class. Lisa will offer an interesting array of musical activities connecting humans to the natural world\, providing an educational framework that incorporates the power of sound as we learn about and actively engage with instruments from various world cultures. Instruments include a harp\, whose origins evolved across diverse cultures over time; the Indian harmonium\, originating in West Bengal; and several other special instruments\, one for each participant. The culminating story will be an education in itself\, providing a deeper understanding of the power of sound in community collaboration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummer at the Sangha 2026\n\n\n\nSee all the Summer at the Sangha events > \n\n\n\nDuring this 4-week general public program\, teens and young adults with a range of abilities (in middle\, high school\, college\, and the workplace) are introduced to a sampling of hands-on\, heart-centered inclusive community classes with nature & wellness themes including history\, culture\, science\, and creative arts. There is a morning and an afternoon class each day. Games and team-building take place during lunch in between sessions. Guided by our skilled teachers\, farmers\, peer-mentors and community partners\, participants come together for outdoor educational experiences\, enjoy camaraderie\, and minimize anxiety. Wonderful opportunities to learn what diversity in nature has to teach through the exploration and discovery of plants\, animals\, land and water in our Long Island “learnscape”\, connecting us as kin. Something for everyone! BYO lunch (water & snack available). AC indoors. \n\n\n\nDownload the Summer At The Sangha 2026 flyer > \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nRegister for Summer at the Sangha with our flexible 3-day bundle\, by the week\, or for the whole summer\, which includes all four weeks. Contact us for custom packages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Summer At The Sangha 2026 – Week 1\n \n $450.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Summer at the Sangha 2026 3-Day Bundle\n \n $450.00\n \n Select options\n \n \n \n \n Summer at the Sangha 2026 Full Program\n \n $1\,800.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n\n\nLocation URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/summer-at-the-sangha-2026-week-1/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Summer at the Sangha ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2mario-la-pergola-uxV3wDMyccM-unsplash.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T000017Z CREATED:20260128T070753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000017Z UID:10000889-1782655200-1782662400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clint Bustrillos on Unsplash\n\n\n\nOur program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley\, Irvin\, and Carlos. And instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. Please be sure to register in advance to help us with planning. \n\n\n\nThese imaginative role-play storytelling adventures take on different formats and themes. The game incorporates character development\, 3D character creation via the Hero Forge app\, and character painting. Game play where young people collaborate with one another helps to build communication and assertiveness skills\, boosts self-confidence\, while increasing planning ability\, problem-solving\, and perspective-taking. All are welcome to participate in individual inclusive community classes! A membership option is also available. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nFor this special Dungeons & Dragons event\, members should also purchase the additional D&D add-on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/dungeons-dragons-34/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/dungeons_dragons_game_clint-bustrillos-Q4Honp3Pyqs-unsplash_1000x1000.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T150000 DTSTAMP:20260625T193039Z CREATED:20260128T070721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T193039Z UID:10000888-1782565200-1782572400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Our Relationship with Food - Cancelled DESCRIPTION:Photo by Spencer Davis on Unsplash\n\n\n\nUnfortunately\, we have to cancel this class\, but we may offer something similar during the Spring 2027 season. \n\n\n\nWe are excited to have Debra Spector\, MS\, RDN\, CDN\, who is a Registered and Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist\, with us at Sangha Education Center this season for an inclusive community class open to the general public for all to learn from and enjoy.  \n\n\n\nDebra will utilize her expertise to teach participants about “Our Relationship with Food\,” which impacts all of us differently. Young people and other community members attending can learn how to eat in a way that is helpful and healthy. We will participate in a guided discussion where we come to understand typical vs. disordered eating and how an eating disorder doesn’t “have a look” a certain way. In addition\, we can come to realize that foods aren’t necessarily “good” or “bad”. I am sure that everyone will be happy to see that there is a way to make “all foods fit” and that we can develop our relationship with food. \n\n\n\nFollowing Debra’s workshop\, we will embark on a surprise food sampling to expand our exposure to food with something for everyone (including gluten-free options). We look forward to Q&A and sharing thoughts about what we’ve learned while appreciating food together. \n\n\n\nMore about our guest speaker… Debra Spector has a private practice on Long Island\, NY (est. 1990) where she specializes in eating disorders and other clinical disease states. An important element of her practice is the philosophy of the anti-diet movement and body size acceptance. She is thrilled that her award-winning book: “The Things I’ve Seen People Do With and Without Food” has helped people gain a better understanding of the internal struggles that many who have eating disorders face and she continues to look forward to assisting our local community. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nThis event includes an additional $20 speaker fee at checkout. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/our-relationship-with-food/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/1000spencer-davis-vJsj-hgOEG0-unsplash.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T153000 DTSTAMP:20260617T015846Z CREATED:20260616T190507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T015846Z UID:10000898-1781960400-1781969400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center DESCRIPTION:Our Project Stewardship teens and young adults will enjoy an outing to the Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center\, where participants can explore the relationships between human beings\, energy systems\, and environmental stewardship. Located on the West End of Long Island’s iconic Jones Beach State Park\, the Center offers permanent and rotating exhibits\, public programs\, and educational resources to help visitors understand and appreciate the coastal environment. Through interactive games\, videos\, illustrations\, and stories\, the Center’s interior and exterior galleries trace the connection between energy systems and ecosystems. The Center’s exhibits have won international awards for design and accessibility. They will also have a touch tank of local marine life during our visit. Join us for this fun\, educational\, local nature and science experience. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Standard Registation\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/jones-beach-energy-nature-center-2/ LOCATION:Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center\, 150 Bay Parkway\, Wantagh\, New York\, 11793\, United States CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/ScoutProgramHeaderImages2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T180000 DTSTAMP:20260427T053509Z CREATED:20260128T070359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T053509Z UID:10000885-1781366400-1781373600@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Meadow Farm Volunteer Day DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us for our Meadow Farm Volunteer Days\, two dates this Spring (May 9th and June 13th from 4-6pm). Meet up at Historic Malcolm House and take a nature trail walk through the Jericho Preserve to our farm space. \n\n\n\nWe will paint and seal rocks\, clean up and weed garden beds\, plant and beautify our special “Place of Wonder” for all community members to enjoy. Projects are guided by our farmers and educators. There is something for everyone! \n\n\n\nCome by this season to spend time with us\, walk the grounds\, and benefit from its peaceful presence. We look forward to seeing you at Sangha! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Nature & Wellness Connections program\, please register using the free “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Nature & Wellness Connections” and free “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. \n\n\n\nContact us for family and group rates! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Nature & Wellness Connections\n \n $75.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/meadow-farm-volunteer-day-4/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Nature & Wellness Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/meadow-farm_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T000059Z CREATED:20260128T070257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000059Z UID:10000884-1781359200-1781366400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clint Bustrillos on Unsplash\n\n\n\nOur program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley\, Irvin\, and Carlos. And instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. Please be sure to register in advance to help us with planning. \n\n\n\nThese imaginative role-play storytelling adventures take on different formats and themes. The game incorporates character development\, 3D character creation via the Hero Forge app\, and character painting. Game play where young people collaborate with one another helps to build communication and assertiveness skills\, boosts self-confidence\, while increasing planning ability\, problem-solving\, and perspective-taking. All are welcome to participate in individual inclusive community classes! A membership option is also available. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nFor this special Dungeons & Dragons event\, members should also purchase the additional D&D add-on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/dungeons-dragons-33/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/dungeons_dragons_game_clint-bustrillos-Q4Honp3Pyqs-unsplash_1000x1000.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T160000 DTSTAMP:20260607T024056Z CREATED:20260128T070216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T024056Z UID:10000883-1780840800-1780848000@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Lego Collaborative - Cancelled for Today DESCRIPTION:Photo by Vlad Hilitanu on Unsplash\n\n\n\nDuring our monthly Lego Collaborative guided by Lego Master\, Brian\, teens & young adults work in teams and small groups with various Lego sets and classic Lego bricks for education and creative expression related to our program themes of Nature\, History & the Arts. Lego building and games are structured ways in which to build skills in an inclusive community setting. Lego outings are scheduled once per season\, to extend the learning! \n\n\n\nTake part in rotating roles for shared skill-building such as engineers– guiding instruction\, suppliers– locating brick parts\, and builders– assembling the model according to directions. Collaborative Lego construction has been recognized to… build problem-solving skills\, improve confidence\, enable joint attention\, strengthen motor planning skills\, and reduce anxiety. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/lego-collaborative-5/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/lego_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T180000 DTSTAMP:20260525T235543Z CREATED:20260128T065611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T235543Z UID:10000879-1780243200-1780250400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Meadow Farm Volunteer Day DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us for our Meadow Farm Volunteer Days\, two dates this Spring (May 31st and June 13th from 4-6 pm). Meet up at Historic Malcolm House and take a nature trail walk through the Jericho Preserve to our farm space. \n\n\n\nWe will paint and seal rocks\, clean up and weed garden beds\, plant and beautify our special “Place of Wonder” for all community members to enjoy. Projects are guided by our farmers\, educators\, and interns. There is something for everyone! \n\n\n\nCome by this season to spend time with us\, walk the grounds\, and benefit from its peaceful presence. We look forward to seeing you at Sangha! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Nature & Wellness Connections program\, please register using the free “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Nature & Wellness Connections” and free “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. \n\n\n\nContact us for family and group rates! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Nature & Wellness Connections\n \n $75.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/meadow-farm-volunteer-day-3/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Nature & Wellness Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/meadow-farm_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T000136Z CREATED:20260128T070049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000136Z UID:10000882-1780236000-1780243200@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clint Bustrillos on Unsplash\n\n\n\nOur program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley\, Irvin\, and Carlos. And instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. Please be sure to register in advance to help us with planning. \n\n\n\nThese imaginative role-play storytelling adventures take on different formats and themes. The game incorporates character development\, 3D character creation via the Hero Forge app\, and character painting. Game play where young people collaborate with one another helps to build communication and assertiveness skills\, boosts self-confidence\, while increasing planning ability\, problem-solving\, and perspective-taking. All are welcome to participate in individual inclusive community classes! A membership option is also available. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nFor this special Dungeons & Dragons event\, members should also purchase the additional D&D add-on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/dungeons-dragons-32/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/dungeons_dragons_game_clint-bustrillos-Q4Honp3Pyqs-unsplash_1000x1000.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T163000 DTSTAMP:20260514T193540Z CREATED:20260128T065754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T193540Z UID:10000880-1778940000-1778949000@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Lego Collaborative Special Outing DESCRIPTION:Photo credit: Old Westbury Gardens\n\n\n\nWe are excited to offer our Lego Collaborative guided by Lego-Master Brian every month\, based on the interest of our program participants for education and creative expression related to our program themes of Nature\, History & the Arts in an inclusive community setting. Lego outings are scheduled once per season to extend the learning! \n\n\n\nThis month\, we are happy to take an outing to Old Westbury Gardens for their outdoor Nature Connects Exhibit made with Legos. These larger-than-life Lego builds will inspire and amaze! We will view 17 Lego sculptures built from more than 300\,000 Lego bricks\, blending art\, science\, and nature. We look forward to participants enjoying time with peers and interns while we embark on this wonderful learning opportunity. \n\n\n\nWe will meet up and conclude at the main mansion entrance. If time permits\, following the Lego sculpture and garden tour\, we may visit the main museum\, gift shop\, and/or cafe (if cafe\, bring funds for snack).UPDATES: When entering Old Westbury Gardens from either 60 Post Road or 71 Old Westbury Road\, let the person at the ticket booth know you are there for an education tour. Please bring a $12 admission fee (discounted for our group) and provide it to me when you arrive (or you can pay Sangha via PayPal). I will be writing a check on the day of to Old Westbury Gardens. \n\n\n\nSee other Lego Collaborative dates for our regular sessions at Sangha. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/lego-collaborative-4/ LOCATION:Old Westbury Gardens\, 60 Post Rd\, Old Westbury\, NY\, 11568\, United States CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/NC_LOGO_horizontalsquare.png ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T000225Z CREATED:20260128T065516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000225Z UID:10000877-1778335200-1778342400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clint Bustrillos on Unsplash\n\n\n\nOur program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley\, Irvin\, and Carlos. And instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. Please be sure to register in advance to help us with planning. \n\n\n\nThese imaginative role-play storytelling adventures take on different formats and themes. The game incorporates character development\, 3D character creation via the Hero Forge app\, and character painting. Game play where young people collaborate with one another helps to build communication and assertiveness skills\, boosts self-confidence\, while increasing planning ability\, problem-solving\, and perspective-taking. All are welcome to participate in individual inclusive community classes! A membership option is also available. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nFor this special Dungeons & Dragons event\, members should also purchase the additional D&D add-on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/dungeons-dragons-31/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/dungeons_dragons_game_clint-bustrillos-Q4Honp3Pyqs-unsplash_1000x1000.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260416T030237Z CREATED:20260128T065836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T030237Z UID:10000881-1777813200-1777820400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Meditative Nature Exploration DESCRIPTION:Join Certified Nature Therapy Guide\, Stephanie Gaglione for monthly Forest Bathing sessions that open with meditation and close with a nature tea ceremony. Experience “A Place of Wonder” within yourself\, with others and the natural world. Several sensory “nature invitations” are provided while we walk the grounds around Historic Malcolm House and take the trail to our Meadow Farm. Open to all ages and abilities… adults\, teens/young adults\, and parents with younger children alike! Community groups are welcome\, too! \n\n\n\nThemes change\, but some highlights for engaging with Nature have included “connecting with trees”\, “making nature’s music”\, “collecting nature scents”\, and much more. We gather in a community circle for reflection. Regular participation in Forest Bathing can reduce stress\, improve memory and focus\, bolster immune system response\, lead to better sleep\, and an overall sense of well-being. Come reap the benefits by participating in this community event! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Nature & Wellness Connections program\, please register using the free “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Nature & Wellness Connections” and free “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. \n\n\n\nContact us for family and group rates! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $25.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Nature & Wellness Connections\n \n $75.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/forest-bathing-meditative-nature-exploration-12/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Nature & Wellness Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Families_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000 DTSTAMP:20260427T052323Z CREATED:20260128T062028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T052323Z UID:10000876-1777726800-1777734000@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Frida Kahlo - Art & Spanish Workshop DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clay Banks on Unsplash\n\n\n\nWe are happy to offer an inclusive community class for teens and young adults as part of our Project Stewardship program\, based on the amazing life and work of artist Frida Kahlo! Join Jeanette Morales-Rodriguez\, SUNY Old Westbury MALS candidate and Spanish teacher\, who will offer a unique educational opportunity to celebrate the artist and activist Frida Kahlo. Participants will be introduced to Frida’s life and art and be inspired by her philosophical life lessons taught to us in English and Spanish. Enjoy creating your own artwork\, including a self-portrait based on Frida’s artistic creations. \n\n\n\nAbout Frida Kahlo (1907-1954): Frida was a renowned Mexican painter famous for her vibrant\, deeply personal\, and often surreal self-portraits exploring themes of identity\, pain\, postcolonialism\, and gender\, using Mexican folk art styles to represent her turbulent life\, chronic physical suffering from polio and a severe bus accident\, and her tumultuous marriage to muralist Diego Rivera. She became a feminist icon and cultural symbol after her death\, celebrated for her unflinching portrayal of her inner world and resilience in the face of adversity. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/frida-kahlo-art-and-spanish-workshop/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/1000tim-mossholder-4A2VNEVA67E-unsplash.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T164555Z CREATED:20260128T061825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T164555Z UID:10000875-1777489200-1777496400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Collaborative & Proactive Solutions Skill-Building Together DESCRIPTION:Parents\, professionals\, and all community members\, organizations and schools are welcome to participate in our Community Support Group to learn more about the Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) approach developed by Dr. Ross W. Greene to assist adults in working with young people (and with one another) to solve problems and build skills\, minimizing challenging behavior or situations.This season Dr. Lisa LoPinto who will guide attendees in how to address concerns and problem situations using “Plan B.” Feel free review the ASUP beforehand to think about certain skills that we can all benefit from developing or apply it to your particular situation. \n\n\n\nDr. LoPinto is a clinical psychologist in private practice who also offers CPS family skills training.  She is a certified CPS provider/trainer who consults with\, trains and offers school district supervisions in the CPS approach. Christine Keller is an educator\, Sangha founder\, and executive director who has advanced training in the CPS approach. She established the Community Support Group in 2008 and utilizes CPS in her work with young people at Sangha Education Center. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual event via Zoom \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $20.00\n \n Add to cart URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/collaborative-proactive-solutions-skill-building-together/ CATEGORIES:Community Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/community_support_group_stock_photo_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org LOCATION:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/collaborative-proactive-solutions-skill-building-together/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T000305Z CREATED:20260128T061711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000305Z UID:10000873-1777212000-1777219200@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clint Bustrillos on Unsplash\n\n\n\nOur program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley\, Irvin\, and Carlos. And instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. Please be sure to register in advance to help us with planning. \n\n\n\nThese imaginative role-play storytelling adventures take on different formats and themes. The game incorporates character development\, 3D character creation via the Hero Forge app\, and character painting. Game play where young people collaborate with one another helps to build communication and assertiveness skills\, boosts self-confidence\, while increasing planning ability\, problem-solving\, and perspective-taking. All are welcome to participate in individual inclusive community classes! A membership option is also available. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nFor this special Dungeons & Dragons event\, members should also purchase the additional D&D add-on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/dungeons-dragons-30/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/dungeons_dragons_game_clint-bustrillos-Q4Honp3Pyqs-unsplash_1000x1000.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T074449Z CREATED:20260128T061559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T074449Z UID:10000871-1776607200-1776614400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Lego Collaborative DESCRIPTION:Photo by Vlad Hilitanu on Unsplash\n\n\n\nDuring our monthly Lego Collaborative guided by Lego Master\, Brian\, teens & young adults work in teams and small groups with various Lego sets and classic Lego bricks for education and creative expression related to our program themes of Nature\, History & the Arts. Lego building and games are structured ways in which to build skills in an inclusive community setting. Lego outings are scheduled once per season\, to extend the learning! \n\n\n\nTake part in rotating roles for shared skill-building such as engineers– guiding instruction\, suppliers– locating brick parts\, and builders– assembling the model according to directions. Collaborative Lego construction has been recognized to… build problem-solving skills\, improve confidence\, enable joint attention\, strengthen motor planning skills\, and reduce anxiety. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/lego-collaborative-3/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/lego_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044419Z CREATED:20260128T061522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T044419Z UID:10000870-1776517200-1776526200@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Memoir Moments: Two-Session Creative Writing Workshop – Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clay Banks on Unsplash\n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturdays\, April 11thand April 18thwith Herstory! \n\n\n\nIs there a story from an important moment in your life waiting to be told?Do you feel your story could help or educate others?Simple moments can be powerful! \n\n\n\nJoin Herstory Writers Network for a two-part writing workshop designed especially for the Sangha community. Together\, we’ll help you shape a meaningful moment from your life into writing powerful enough to reach the people and communities around you. Through guided memoir-writing exercises and a supportive story-sharing circle\, you’ll begin transforming your experiences into short memoirs you can proudly share with others. \n\n\n\nMore About This WorkshopIn the first session\, workshop facilitators and participants will work together to explore and choose the parts of your life story you’d like to craft into a memoir. You’ll begin shaping your story out loud in a supportive story circle\, trying out different possible beginnings and structures. Between sessions\, you’ll start writing the ideas you developed during the circle.  \n\n\n\nIn the second session\, you’ll share your draft to receive feedback from facilitators and fellow participants and will have dedicated writing time to continue developing your piece. Throughout both sessions\, we will focus on techniques that help you create stories that touch the hearts of others and craft engaging scenes from the moments that matter most to you. By the end of the workshop\, you’ll have created a short memoir with the potential to spark change in the world. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to all who wish to join us. No prior writing experience is needed! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nThis event includes an additional $20 writer fee at checkout. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/memoir-moments-two-session-creative-writing-workshop-part-2/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/1000clay-banks-pNEmlb1CMZM-unsplash.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T150000 DTSTAMP:20260128T061350Z CREATED:20260128T061349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T061350Z UID:10000869-1775998800-1776006000@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Meditative Nature Exploration DESCRIPTION:Join Certified Nature Therapy Guide\, Stephanie Gaglione for monthly Forest Bathing sessions that open with meditation and close with a nature tea ceremony. Experience “A Place of Wonder” within yourself\, with others and the natural world. Several sensory “nature invitations” are provided while we walk the grounds around Historic Malcolm House and take the trail to our Meadow Farm. Open to all ages and abilities… adults\, teens/young adults\, and parents with younger children alike! Community groups are welcome\, too! \n\n\n\nThemes change\, but some highlights for engaging with Nature have included “connecting with trees”\, “making nature’s music”\, “collecting nature scents”\, and much more. We gather in a community circle for reflection. Regular participation in Forest Bathing can reduce stress\, improve memory and focus\, bolster immune system response\, lead to better sleep\, and an overall sense of well-being. Come reap the benefits by participating in this community event! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Nature & Wellness Connections program\, please register using the free “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Nature & Wellness Connections” and free “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. \n\n\n\nContact us for family and group rates! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $25.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Nature & Wellness Connections\n \n $75.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/forest-bathing-meditative-nature-exploration-11/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Nature & Wellness Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/Families_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T144954Z CREATED:20260128T061241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T144954Z UID:10000868-1775912400-1775921400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Memoir Moments: Two-Session Creative Writing Workshop – Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clay Banks on Unsplash\n\n\n\nJoin us on Saturdays\, April 11thand April 18thwith Herstory! \n\n\n\nIs there a story from an important moment in your life waiting to be told?Do you feel your story could help or educate others?Simple moments can be powerful! \n\n\n\nJoin Herstory Writers Network for a two-part writing workshop designed especially for the Sangha community. Together\, we’ll help you shape a meaningful moment from your life into writing powerful enough to reach the people and communities around you. Through guided memoir-writing exercises and a supportive story-sharing circle\, you’ll begin transforming your experiences into short memoirs you can proudly share with others. \n\n\n\nMore About This WorkshopIn the first session\, workshop facilitators and participants will work together to explore and choose the parts of your life story you’d like to craft into a memoir. You’ll begin shaping your story out loud in a supportive story circle\, trying out different possible beginnings and structures. Between sessions\, you’ll start writing the ideas you developed during the circle.  \n\n\n\nIn the second session\, you’ll share your draft to receive feedback from facilitators and fellow participants and will have dedicated writing time to continue developing your piece. Throughout both sessions\, we will focus on techniques that help you create stories that touch the hearts of others and craft engaging scenes from the moments that matter most to you. By the end of the workshop\, you’ll have created a short memoir with the potential to spark change in the world. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to all who wish to join us. No prior writing experience is needed! \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nThis event includes an additional $20 writer fee at checkout. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/memoir-moments-two-session-creative-writing-workshop-part-1/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/1000clay-banks-pNEmlb1CMZM-unsplash.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T000408Z CREATED:20260128T061155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000408Z UID:10000867-1775311200-1775318400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clint Bustrillos on Unsplash\n\n\n\nOur program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley\, Irvin\, and Carlos. And instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. Please be sure to register in advance to help us with planning. \n\n\n\nThese imaginative role-play storytelling adventures take on different formats and themes. The game incorporates character development\, 3D character creation via the Hero Forge app\, and character painting. Game play where young people collaborate with one another helps to build communication and assertiveness skills\, boosts self-confidence\, while increasing planning ability\, problem-solving\, and perspective-taking. All are welcome to participate in individual inclusive community classes! A membership option is also available. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nFor this special Dungeons & Dragons event\, members should also purchase the additional D&D add-on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/dungeons-dragons-29/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/dungeons_dragons_game_clint-bustrillos-Q4Honp3Pyqs-unsplash_1000x1000.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T210000 DTSTAMP:20260325T163934Z CREATED:20260128T060912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T163934Z UID:10000865-1775070000-1775077200@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Positive Psychology for Heart & Mind – Part 2 - POSTPONED DESCRIPTION:Photo by Katrina Wright on Unsplash\n\n\n\nIn this two-part workshop\, participants will have an opportunity to discuss their experiences\, areas of concern\, and triumphs in managing their personal lives or professional roles over the past few years. This dialogue exchange and interactive presentation will be guided by educator/adjunct professor Christine Keller\, M.A.\, M.S.Ed.\, who will apply concepts in Positive Psychology and the goals and values that enable individuals\, organizations\, schools\, and overall communities to thrive and address burnout and other vicarious trauma. \n\n\n\nPositive Psychology is “a branch of psychology focused on character strengths and behaviors that allow individuals to build a life of meaning and purpose—to move beyond surviving to flourishing” (Martin Seligman\, Author of Learned Optimism\, considered to be the father of the field of Positive Psychology). The purpose\, basic framework\, and methods used in Positive Psychology will be explored\, including an understanding of Learned Optimism vs. Learned Helplessness\, yielding positive outcomes despite circumstances. Concepts in Positive Psychology have also been influenced by eastern philosophy related to Sukkha (happiness) and Dukkha (suffering)\, which will be expanded upon to provide clarity in enabling peace of mind for self and others. \n\n\n\nA take-home exercise will be provided to reflect\, connect\, reduce stress\, and build resilience between sessions. And also to expand compassion and develop insight. Experiences will be discussed during the second session. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual Event via Zoom. Link will be provided closer to event date. \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $20.00\n \n Add to cart URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/positive-psychology-for-heart-mind-part-2/ CATEGORIES:Community Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/1000katrina-wright-yMg_SMqfoRU-unsplash.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org LOCATION:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/positive-psychology-for-heart-mind-part-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T080217Z CREATED:20260128T061051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T080217Z UID:10000866-1774706400-1774713600@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Lego Collaborative DESCRIPTION:Photo by Vlad Hilitanu on Unsplash\n\n\n\nDuring our monthly Lego Collaborative guided by Lego Master\, Brian\, teens & young adults work in teams and small groups with various Lego sets and classic Lego bricks for education and creative expression related to our program themes of Nature\, History & the Arts. Lego building and games are structured ways in which to build skills in an inclusive community setting. Lego outings are scheduled once per season\, to extend the learning! \n\n\n\nTake part in rotating roles for shared skill-building such as engineers– guiding instruction\, suppliers– locating brick parts\, and builders– assembling the model according to directions. Collaborative Lego construction has been recognized to… build problem-solving skills\, improve confidence\, enable joint attention\, strengthen motor planning skills\, and reduce anxiety. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/lego-collaborative-2/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/lego_square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T210000 DTSTAMP:20260325T163735Z CREATED:20260128T060419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T163735Z UID:10000862-1774465200-1774472400@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Positive Psychology for Heart & Mind – Part 1 - POSTPONED DESCRIPTION:Photo by Katrina Wright on Unsplash\n\n\n\nIn this two-part workshop\, participants will have an opportunity to discuss their experiences\, areas of concern\, and triumphs in managing their personal lives or professional roles over the past few years. This dialogue exchange and interactive presentation will be guided by educator/adjunct professor Christine Keller\, M.A.\, M.S.Ed.\, who will apply concepts in Positive Psychology and the goals and values that enable individuals\, organizations\, schools\, and overall communities to thrive and address burnout and other vicarious trauma. \n\n\n\nPositive Psychology is “a branch of psychology focused on character strengths and behaviors that allow individuals to build a life of meaning and purpose—to move beyond surviving to flourishing” (Martin Seligman\, Author of Learned Optimism\, considered to be the father of the field of Positive Psychology). The purpose\, basic framework\, and methods used in Positive Psychology will be explored\, including an understanding of Learned Optimism vs. Learned Helplessness\, yielding positive outcomes despite circumstances. Concepts in Positive Psychology have also been influenced by eastern philosophy related to Sukkha (happiness) and Dukkha (suffering)\, which will be expanded upon to provide clarity in enabling peace of mind for self and others. \n\n\n\nA take-home exercise will be provided to reflect\, connect\, reduce stress\, and build resilience between sessions. And also to expand compassion and develop insight. Experiences will be discussed during the second session. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nVirtual Event via Zoom. Link will be provided closer to event date. \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $20.00\n \n Add to cart URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/positive-psychology-for-heart-mind-part-1/ CATEGORIES:Community Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/1000katrina-wright-yMg_SMqfoRU-unsplash.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org LOCATION:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/positive-psychology-for-heart-mind-part-1/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T150000 DTSTAMP:20260302T100054Z CREATED:20260128T060642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T100054Z UID:10000863-1774098000-1774105200@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Interpersonal Awareness & Skill Building DESCRIPTION:Photo by Vitaly Gariev on Unsplash\n\n\n\nTeens and young adults are welcome to join us as Sangha staff\, Stephanie Gaglione and Janice Nairne\, guide young people during an important\, interactive workshop as they transition into adulthood. Self and social awareness\, as well as perspective-taking\, are skills many young people can benefit from building. \n\n\n\nThe idea of “independent self-awareness” is the skill of noticing what you feel\, need\, value\, and choose\, before anyone else enters the picture. And\, “collaborative and interpersonal awareness” builds on that skill by adding other people into the equation. Healthy collaboration depends on multiple people showing up with self-knowledge.  \n\n\n\nThese relational skills are imbued in almost everything we do and yet a lot of people lack the skills needed for “conscious & consensual relating”. Conscious & consensual relating comes from listening to others’ boundaries\, adjusting your behavior respectfully\, navigating differences without judgment or expectation\, and co-creating agreements that include and respect all parties involved. Most of the time this stuff is happening behind the scenes\, unspoken and barely acknowledged and understood by each party. But direct teaching of these skills can be helpful. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will break down the foundations of interpersonal relationships so we can show up with more awareness\, understanding\, and empowerment. In this interactive workshop\, we will clarify all of the above through examples\, supportive worksheets related to boundaries and consent\, interactive exercises including guided Dowell work for physical awareness\, active listening for reciprocal assertive and receptive roles\, and partnering to practice shared agreements. These important and fun activities will help to train the brain in ways that can be applied to real-life scenarios. \n\n\n\nPlease join us for this important event\, where we can come together in support of one another and enhance our social understanding in personal\, educational\, and professional settings and relationships. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/interpersonal-awareness-skill-building/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/1000vitaly-gariev-TB5HpfJf7mA-unsplash.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T000547Z CREATED:20260128T060753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000547Z UID:10000864-1773496800-1773504000@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons – 3D Character Painting & Game Play DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clint Bustrillos on Unsplash\n\n\n\nOur program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley\, Irvin\, and Carlos. And instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. Please be sure to register in advance to help us with planning. \n\n\n\nThese imaginative role-play storytelling adventures take on different formats and themes. The game incorporates character development\, 3D character creation via the Hero Forge app\, and character painting. Game play where young people collaborate with one another helps to build communication and assertiveness skills\, boosts self-confidence\, while increasing planning ability\, problem-solving\, and perspective-taking. All are welcome to participate in individual inclusive community classes! A membership option is also available. \n\n\n\nDuring this session\, we will paint the 3D digital characters that we created in the last session through the Hero Forge app. Then proceed to D&D game play. For anyone unable to attend our last session\, you can create your 3D allies or minions\, pets\, and mounts while others are painting. And can paint yours during the following session. Please bring your $8 Hero Forge processing fee. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nFor this special Dungeons & Dragons event\, members should also purchase the additional D&D add-on. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/dungeons-dragons-3d-character-painting-game-play/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/dungeons_dragons_game_clint-bustrillos-Q4Honp3Pyqs-unsplash_1000x1000.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T000755Z CREATED:20260128T060341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T000755Z UID:10000861-1772978400-1772985600@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons – Digital 3D Character Creation DESCRIPTION:Photo by Clint Bustrillos on Unsplash\n\n\n\nOur program participants have truly enjoyed playing Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) twice per month. We now offer two to three simultaneous groups per day guided by our Dungeon Masters (DMs) Riley\, Irvin\, and Carlos. And instruction is provided to new players. We work to accommodate the number of teens and young adults interested in joining us. Please be sure to register in advance to help us with planning. \n\n\n\nThese imaginative role-play storytelling adventures take on different formats and themes. The game incorporates character development\, 3D character creation via the Hero Forge app\, and character painting. Game play where young people collaborate with one another helps to build communication and assertiveness skills\, boosts self-confidence\, while increasing planning ability\, problem-solving\, and perspective-taking. All are welcome to participate in individual inclusive community classes! A membership option is also available. \n\n\n\nWe are excited to embark on another Hero Forge digital character creation session… this time designing allies or minions\, pets\, and mounts related to current characters. Participants will carefully and creatively consider their role in the game. DM Riley will then print these new creations on his 3D printer\, and we will paint them at our next session. We may also have time for game play on these two dates. \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\nIf you are already a member of our Project Stewardship program\, please register using the “Member” registration below. If you would like to become a member\, please add both the “Project Stewardship Program” and “Member” registration to your cart. If you would simply like to join us for a single session\, please purchase the “Standard” registration below. You can then add additional sessions to your cart. \n\n\n\nFor this special Dungeons & Dragons event\, members should also purchase the additional D&D add-on. \n\n\n\nThis event includes an additional $8 Hero Forge Digital Character Fee at checkout. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Standard Registration\n \n $60.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Project Stewardship Program\n \n $600.00 – $1\,200.00Price range: $600.00 through $1\,200.00\n \n Select options URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/dungeons-dragons-digital-3d-character-creation/ LOCATION:Sangha Education Center\, 5 Old Jericho Turnpike\, Jericho\, NY\, 11753 CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/dungeons_dragons_game_clint-bustrillos-Q4Honp3Pyqs-unsplash_1000x1000.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org GEO:40.7957771;-73.5378852 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sangha Education Center 5 Old Jericho Turnpike Jericho NY 11753;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5 Old Jericho Turnpike:geo:-73.5378852,40.7957771 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T150000 DTSTAMP:20260302T060253Z CREATED:20260128T060304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T060253Z UID:10000860-1772888400-1772895600@sanghacenter.org SUMMARY:Sangha Nature-Art Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:Photo by Cemrecan Yurtman on Unsplash\n\n\n\nWe are excited to announce that the Bellmore Memorial Library has offered us the opportunity to hold a Sangha Nature-Art Exhibit during the full month of March 2026\, demonstrating nature and culture with a heart-centered focus.  \n\n\n\nYoung people who participate at Sangha Education Center will be hosting this Opening Reception to introduce the artwork they have created during our Summer at the Sangha\, Project Stewardship\, and Civic Mentoring programs. A presentation about neurodiversity and a bit about Sangha will be presented by one of our participants. Paintings and drawings will be framed for viewing around the community room from March through April. Additional three-dimensional art will be on display at the Opening Reception. \n\n\n\nWe invite the Long Island community to join us\, meet some of the artists\, learn about others through their biographies\, and support our teens and young adults. You will be inspired by the talent our young people possess! Their understanding of the world has led to many creative projects through our primary program pillars of Nature\, History\, and the Arts\, where their strengths are naturally cultivated while anxiety is minimized. Enjoy community camaraderie and refreshments. \n\n\n\nOur 501c3 non-profit organization has created “A Place of Wonder” that we would like to share with the Long Island community. Our “whole-learner” philosophy is a model that everyone can follow\, leading to positive outcomes for all involved. \n\n\n\nThis event is free for the community and will be a skill-building experience for our teens and young adults. \n\n\n\nPlease consider donating to help support our young people and the programs offered at Sangha! \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Member Registration\n \n $0.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n \n \n \n Donation Registration\n \n $20.00\n \n Add to cart\n \n\n\nLocation URL:https://sanghacenter.org/workshop/sangha-nature-art-opening-reception/ LOCATION:Bellmore Memorial Library\, 2288 Bedford Avenue\, Bellmore\, NY\, 11710\, United States CATEGORIES:Project Stewardship ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sanghacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/1000cemrecan-yurtman-2hdMebwTBus-unsplash-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Keller":MAILTO:christine@sanghacenter.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR