How can mindful wellness practices like meditation inspire a more just and connected community? Join us at the Concord Free Public Library to screen The Dhamma Brothers, a documentary film about the profound impact of a meditation retreat held in a maximum security prison in Alabama (co-created by the late filmmaker, Jenny Phillips of Concord). We'll then learn about experiences guiding meditation for the incarcerated in our local community with Sam Williams, Executive Director of Concord Prison Outreach, in conversation with radio host, Harry Harding, of Leaderfull Life Works. In light of the recent news that the Concord Prison will close this summer, this program invites us to consider essential aspects of humanity, justice, interconnection and ease.

FILM - The Dhamma Brothers followed by mindful community practice

Saturday, Feb. 17 at 3:00 - 4:45pm     CFPL Fowler Branch, West Concord

REGISTER through Fowler for 2/17 HERE

Monday, Feb. 26 at 6:15 - 7:45pm      CFPL Main Branch, Concord

REGISTER through the CFPL for 2/26 HERE

CONVERSATION - Heal for Real: Communities Seeking Justice & Connection

Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 - 7:45pm     CFPL Main Branch - Goodwin Forum

Mindful Community Storytelling with Sam Williams of Concord Prison Outreach and Harry Harding of Leaderfull Life Works. REGISTER through the CFPL for 2/27 HERE

Hosted by Lara Wilson in conjunction with program sponsor, Be Well Be Here, and the Concord Free Public Library

How can mindful wellness practices like meditation inspire a more just and connected community? Join us at the Concord Free Public Library to screen The Dhamma Brothers, a documentary film about the profound impact of a meditation retreat held in a maximum security prison in Alabama (co-created by the late filmmaker, Jenny Phillips of Concord). We'll then learn about experiences guiding meditation for the incarcerated in our local community with Sam Williams, Executive Director of Concord Prison Outreach, in conversation with radio host, Harry Harding, of Leaderfull Life Works. In light of the recent news that the Concord Prison will close this summer, this program invites us to consider essential aspects of humanity, justice, interconnection and ease.

FILM - The Dhamma Brothers followed by mindful community practice

Saturday, Feb. 17 at 3:00 - 4:45pm     CFPL Fowler Branch, West Concord

REGISTER through Fowler for 2/17 HERE

Monday, Feb. 26 at 6:15 - 7:45pm      CFPL Main Branch, Concord
REGISTER through the CFPL for 2/26HERE

CONVERSATION - Heal for Real: Communities Seeking Justice & Connection

Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 6:30 - 7:45pm     CFPL Main Branch - Goodwin Forum

A mindful conversation with Sam Williams of Concord Prison Outreach and Harry Harding of Leaderfull Life Works. REGISTER through the CFPL for 2/27 HERE

Hosted by Lara Wilson in conjunction with program sponsor, Be Well Be Here, and the Concord Free Public Library

LIVE STORYTELLING at the Concord Free Public Library

Doris Kearns Goodwin Forum Wednesday, October 25 at 6:45 - 8 pm

Like listening to in-person live storytelling on platforms like The Moth? Curious about the stories you have not yet heard in our community? Join us in the CFPL Goodwin Forum on Wednesday, October 25 for THE STORIES OF US, a collaborative Inclusive Storytelling project that provides a platform to share and interpret unforgettable personal narratives. Radio Host Harry Harding will introduce presenters with AMAZING stories to share, guide compassionate conversation with the audience and invite us to consider the power of our own stories.

 THE STORIES OF US goes beyond traditional storytelling practices to create a brave communal space to speak candidly, feel heard, listen mindfully and celebrate inclusion through myriad modes of self-expression. Be present for THE STORIES OF US program, and explore ways in which storytelling cultivates empathy, invites awareness and enhances community connection. 

THE STORIES OF US was originated by Be Well Be Here, collaboratively co-created with the CFPL, COAR and Carlisle DEICAC, and funded by a generous grant from Freedom's Way National Heritage Area.

THANKS TO THE STORIES OF US GRANT FUNDERS

LIVE STORYTELLING at the Concord Free Public Library

Doris Kearns Goodwin Forum Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 6:45 - 8 pm

Like listening to in-person live storytelling on platforms like The Moth? Curious about the stories you have not yet heard in our community? Join us in the CFPL Goodwin Forum on Tuesday, September 12 for THE STORIES OF US, a collaborative Inclusive Storytelling project that provides a platform to share and interpret unforgettable personal narratives. Radio Host Harry Harding will introduce presenters with AMAZING stories to share, guide compassionate conversation with the audience and invite us to consider the power of our own stories.

 THE STORIES OF US goes beyond traditional storytelling practices to create a brave communal space to speak candidly, feel heard, listen mindfully and celebrate inclusion through myriad modes of self-expression. Be present for THE STORIES OF US program, and explore ways in which storytelling cultivates empathy, invites awareness and enhances community connection. 

THE STORIES OF US was originated by Be Well Be Here, collaboratively co-created with the CFPL, COAR and Carlisle DEICAC, and funded by a generous grant from Freedom's Way National Heritage Area.

THANKS TO THE STORIES OF US GRANT FUNDERS