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SUMMARY:Springtime Rewilding Meditation with Stefanie Haug
DESCRIPTION:As spring approaches\, come reconnect with your rewilding spirit. Through activities and conversation\, join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as you refresh your senses and reboot your appreciation for the natural world as we prepare for more time outdoors at Mount Auburn Cemetery. \nThis series will occur monthly\, offering a variety of events centered around awareness and nature\, featuring topics such as Forest Bathing\, Sound Meditation\, Nature Mindfulness\, and more. \nThis month will be held inside the Bigelow Chapel glass wing\, while future sessions will be held outdoors. The session will be part conversation and part meditation as ingredients to rewilding. \nCheck-in for this month’s event will be in Bigelow Chapel. \nAccessibility: This program will take place indoors and has the option to be fully seated. The location is easily accessible\, with ramp entry and nearby restrooms. If you have specific accessibility needs or questions\, please contact us in advance so we can help make your visit comfortable. \nEvent capacity: 25 people \nThank you to Mem Tea\, who kindly donated tea bags for this event! \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/nature-and-nourishment-series-with-stefanie-haug/
CATEGORIES:Nature,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Evy in the Garden
DESCRIPTION: A transformative performance on grief\, created by composer\, poet\, and producer\, Carolyn Surrick\, accompanied by actress Laurie O’Brien.\n\n\n\n\nThis spare and stunning new work by Carolyn Surrick is a window into a family’s grief\, a poignant reminder of the unending boundaries of love\, a vehicle for memory\, and a place where words and music meet to make room for the aching heart. \nActress Laurie O’Brien and Surrick’s viola da gamba bring to life the southern Maryland summer days that follow the sudden death of a young man. In the same way that the most beautiful and most terrible things often stand side by side\, so this quiet testament to life\, family\, and sorrow\, examines a road winding from tragedy to grace \nThis performance will be held on Sunday\, March 22 at 3:00pm. Space is limited\, Ticket Required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsors! \n\nW. Kathy Martin\n\nREGISTER HERE>>\n  \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/evy-in-the-garden-2/
CATEGORIES:Art,End of Life Planning,Nature,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T180000
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SUMMARY:Death Café
DESCRIPTION:Following the model developed by Jon Underwood (based on the ideas of Bernard Crettaz)\, a Death Cafe is an opportunity for people to eat cake\, drink tea\, and discuss death. The goal is to “increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.” \nAt Mount Auburn’s Death Cafe\, attendees will have the opportunity to speak in small group settings and have organic and meaningful discussions on mortality. The discussions will begin with open-ended prompts and each group will be facilitated by a Mount Auburn Cemetery staff member. \nSpace is limited and preregistration is required! Tea and Cupcakes will be served. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nPLEASE NOTE: This is not an end-of-life planning event\, bereavement group\, or grief counseling session. We hope that you will come with an open mind\, prepared to discuss the topic of death with strangers in a safe\, respectful environment. \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/death-cafe/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death and Grief Education,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing: A Mindful Nature Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down\, being attentive to nature with all our senses\, and deepening our appreciation for this special slice of our Cambridge neighborhood. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements\, a natural history of the area\, guided breathing and centering awareness\, mindful walking with sensory activities\, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot. \n\n\nWhat to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, small mat or towel to sit on\, water. \n\nCheck-in for the experience will be outside Story Chapel. \n\n\nEvent capacity: 25 people  \nREGISTER HERE >>\n\n\n\n… \n\n\nStefanie Haug\, LICSW (she/her) guides people on journeys of self-awareness and relationship with nature as a local psychotherapist and certified Mindful Outdoor Guide (Kripalu). Her international career has spanned the corporate and nonprofit world with a focus on the wellbeing of humans and the more-than-human world. Stefanie is a lifelong nature lover and can often be found outdoors in all types of locations and weather\, taking it all in with a sense of wonder\, humor and calm. \n\n\n… \n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/forest-bathing-a-mindful-nature-experience-7/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing: A Mindful Nature Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down\, being attentive to nature with all our senses\, and deepening our appreciation for this special slice of our Cambridge neighborhood. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements\, a natural history of the area\, guided breathing and centering awareness\, mindful walking with sensory activities\, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot. \n\n\nWhat to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, small mat or towel to sit on\, water. \n\nCheck-in for the experience will be outside Story Chapel. \n\n\nEvent capacity: 25 people  \nREGISTER HERE >>\n\n\n\n… \n\n\nStefanie Haug\, LICSW (she/her) guides people on journeys of self-awareness and relationship with nature as a local psychotherapist and certified Mindful Outdoor Guide (Kripalu). Her international career has spanned the corporate and nonprofit world with a focus on the wellbeing of humans and the more-than-human world. Stefanie is a lifelong nature lover and can often be found outdoors in all types of locations and weather\, taking it all in with a sense of wonder\, humor and calm. \n\n\n… \n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/forest-bathing-a-mindful-nature-experience-6/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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SUMMARY:Poetry for Grief & Healing
DESCRIPTION:Writing while grieving has been known to boost the immune system and increase mood and well-being. Writing can also help release difficult emotions and is a tool for self-expression. \nJoin poet\, educator\, and artivist AMANDA SHEA in a poetry writing workshop about healing from grief. The workshop will include a meditation\, writing prompts\, and an invitation to share with the group. No previous writing experience is required. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nThe workshop will take place in Bigelow Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people \nArrive before the workshop and speak with current Artist-in-Residence\, Emily Duggan\, to take home a free\, customized\, improvisational poem. No registration required. Emily will be on the lawn in front of Bigelow. \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/poetry-for-grief-healing-2/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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SUMMARY:Sunset Sound Meditations
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor Guided Meditation\, Relaxation and Sound Experience.  \n\n\nSound Healing practitioner Marlene Boyette welcomes all to be held by the earth\, to find refuge\, to rest\, and to be led through a guided meditation intended to bring the mind and the body into unison\, while also engaging the senses. Weaving together the sounds\, vibrations\, and energy of our natural surroundings with a variety of instruments (including deeply resonant crystal and metal singing bowls and chimes)\, participants will be bathed in layered sonic acoustics.  \n\n\nThe experience will close with an opportunity for all to reflect and set intentions for the new season through dialogue and / or journaling.  \n\n\nWhat to bring: a yoga mat\, blanket or towel\, a journal\, and writing utensil. Plastic folding chairs will be available if needed.  \n\n\nCheck-in for the event will be at the top of the ramp entrance into Hazel Dell (off of Central Ave). The meditation will take place in Hazel Dell.   \n\n\nRain location: Story Chapel.  \n\n\nEvent Capacity: 40  \nREGISTER HERE >>\n\n\n … \n\n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.  \n\n\nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. 
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/sunset-sound-meditations-6/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T233000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130121
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T160809Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing: A Mindful Nature Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down\, being attentive to nature with all our senses\, and deepening our appreciation for this special slice of our Cambridge neighborhood. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements\, a natural history of the area\, guided breathing and centering awareness\, mindful walking with sensory activities\, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot. \n\n\nWhat to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, small mat or towel to sit on\, water. \n\nCheck-in for the experience will be outside Story Chapel. \n\n\nEvent capacity: 25 people  \nREGISTER HERE >>\n\n\n\n… \n\n\nStefanie Haug\, LICSW (she/her) guides people on journeys of self-awareness and relationship with nature as a local psychotherapist and certified Mindful Outdoor Guide (Kripalu). Her international career has spanned the corporate and nonprofit world with a focus on the wellbeing of humans and the more-than-human world. Stefanie is a lifelong nature lover and can often be found outdoors in all types of locations and weather\, taking it all in with a sense of wonder\, humor and calm. \n\n\n… \n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/forest-bathing-a-mindful-nature-experience-5/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130121
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SUMMARY:Sunset Sound Meditations
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor Guided Meditation\, Relaxation and Sound Experience.  \n\n\nSound Healing practitioner Marlene Boyette welcomes all to be held by the earth\, to find refuge\, to rest\, and to be led through a guided meditation intended to bring the mind and the body into unison\, while also engaging the senses. Weaving together the sounds\, vibrations\, and energy of our natural surroundings with a variety of instruments (including deeply resonant crystal and metal singing bowls and chimes)\, participants will be bathed in layered sonic acoustics.  \n\n\nThe experience will close with an opportunity for all to reflect and set intentions for the new season through dialogue and / or journaling.  \n\n\nWhat to bring: a yoga mat\, blanket or towel\, a journal\, and writing utensil. Plastic folding chairs will be available if needed.  \n\n\nCheck-in for the event will be at the top of the ramp entrance into Hazel Dell (off of Central Ave). The meditation will take place in Hazel Dell.   \n\n\nRain location: Story Chapel.  \n\n\nEvent Capacity: 40  \nREGISTER HERE >>\n\n\n … \n\n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.  \n\n\nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. 
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/sunset-sound-meditations-5/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130121
CREATED:20250627T161559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T161559Z
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SUMMARY:Deep Listening Ritual
DESCRIPTION:Deep Listening encourages us to drop into presence with ourselves and with others. This practice (described by composer Pauline Oliveros as “listening in every possible way to everything possible to hear”) can become a way of being in a new kind of relation to ourselves and our environments. Through this multi-sensory practice of attunement to sound\, stillness\, breath and movement\, Deep Listening can help foster profound experiences of emotional catharsis and processing. \nIn this Deep Listening experience\, participants will be guided through an hour-long musical meditation led by 25-26 Artist-in-Residence Lia Pikus. In the quiet comfort of Mount Auburn’s Hazel Dell\, Lia will use her cello and loop pedal^ to guide participants through a Deep Listening ritual that will help to foster our relationship with impermanence through attunement to the natural world. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nParticipants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat\, blanket\, pillow\, or anything else you can sit or lay on comfortably. There will also be chairs available. \nCheck-in at the top of Hazel Dell ramp (along Central Ave). \nLocation: Hazel Dell \nCap: 20 people \nRain Date: Thurs\, Aug 3 at 6:00pm \n  \n*Please Note: Lia Pikus is not a certified Deep Listening practitioner. \n^Loop pedals are used to record and “loop” musical sounds or patterns in order to add layers\, textures\, and backing tracks. \n… \nLIA PIKUS is one of Mount Auburn’s 25-26 Artists-in-Residence. She is a cellist\, composer\, and illustrator whose practice centers on art’s ability to cultivate experiences of presence and connection\, both within community and in dialogue with the natural world. By drawing and reflecting on natural processes\, Lia seeks to help audiences make emotional and sensory connections with their environments. As a Thomas J. Watson fellow (2023)\, she researched this connective power on a global scale\, exploring the role of art in fostering community around the world. This research formed the foundation for her current explorations in live looping as a form of mediative ritual. It is also the central focus of her debut EP\, Ritual\, released in 2024. Lia was an Artist-in-Residence at Shenandoah National Park in 2024 and at Mothership NYC in 2023. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Religion\, Ethics\, and Politics at Harvard University. www.liapikus.com \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/deep-listening-ritual/
CATEGORIES:Art,Artist-in-Residence,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130121
CREATED:20250512T200723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T200723Z
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SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Sound Meditation
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor Guided Meditation\, Relaxation and Sound Experience. \nSound Healing practitioner Marlene Boyette welcomes all to be held by the earth\, to find refuge\, to rest\, and to be led through a guided meditation intended to bring the mind and the body into unison\, while also engaging the senses. Weaving together the sounds\, vibrations\, and energy of our natural surroundings with a variety of instruments (including deeply resonant crystal and metal singing bowls and chimes)\, participants will be bathed in layered sonic acoustics. \nThe experience will close with an opportunity for all to reflect and set intentions for the new season through dialogue and / or journaling. \nWhat to bring: a yoga mat\, blanket or towel\, a journal\, and writing utensil. Plastic folding chairs will be available if needed. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck-in for the class will be at the Central Ave entrance to Hazel Dell (i.e. Hazel Dell Path). The meditation class will also take place in Hazel Dell. \nEvent Capacity: 50 \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-sound-meditation-2/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130121
CREATED:20250512T200834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T201612Z
UID:10000415-1750516200-1750521600@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Healing Power of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Just the presence of trees growing around us is known to improve our mental well-being. Trees provide a connection to the natural world\, which we are increasingly devoid of nowadays. Join herbalist and arborist Alex Klein on a walk around the cemetery\, focusing on deepening this nature-connection in tangible and intimate ways. We’ll learn about trees’ kinship with humanity\, how we can work with them as sources of medicine and other useful products\, while still living side-by-side with them as neighbors. Because life is better with trees. \nCheck-in at Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people per walk \nREGISTER HERE>>\n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-healing-power-of-trees/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture,Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130121
CREATED:20250512T200806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T202413Z
UID:10000417-1750514400-1750518000@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Awe Walk
DESCRIPTION:Awe: a sense of wonder and reverence. \nJoin us for a stroll through Mount Auburn as we shift our focus towards all the beautiful things in the landscape. Practicing intentional focus\, detailed observation\, and childlike wonder\, we will take time to appreciate nature in all forms and ask ourselves “What do you notice?”. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck-in at Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people per walk \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-awe-walk/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130121
CREATED:20250512T200751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T200751Z
UID:10000412-1750510800-1750514400@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Nature & Stillness: Yoga for Renewal
DESCRIPTION:Step into the sunlit clearing of Hazel Dell and let the earth beneath you be your guide. In the quiet of Mount Auburn\, you’re invited to slow down\, breathe deeply and rediscover your natural rhythm through restful\, gente sustained yoga postures. \nGuided by Artemis Yoga teacher Liz Gawel\, you’ll explore grounding poses designed to release tension and create a sense of spacious ease. As you hold these shapes\, you’ll tune into the sounds and scents of nature\, surrendering to the calm that rises from the earth. \nThis practice weaves in mindful breathwork and short guided flows\, offering a balance of quiet introspection and subtle transformation. Liz’s welcoming presence and compassionate guidance is suitable for all levels\, encouraging you to move at your own pace and honor what feels sustainable. \nOn this longest day of the year\, you’ll be invited to practice with intention—whether to restore balance\, revive your spirit\, or simply rest in nature’s soothing embrace. Leave feeling grounded\, renewed\, and deeply nourished. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck in at top of Hazel Dell ramp. \nCapacity: 50 people \nWhat to bring: \n\nA yoga mat (or blanket). Consider bringing a larger towel or ground cover blanket to put under your yoga mat as well.\n\n\nComfortable layers for shifting temperatures\n\n\nAn intention or reflection you’d like to hold for yourself\n\n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-nature-stillness-yoga-for-renewal/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130121
CREATED:20250512T200806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T202413Z
UID:10000410-1750505400-1750509000@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Awe Walk
DESCRIPTION:Awe: a sense of wonder and reverence. \nJoin us for a stroll through Mount Auburn as we shift our focus towards all the beautiful things in the landscape. Practicing intentional focus\, detailed observation\, and childlike wonder\, we will take time to appreciate nature in all forms and ask ourselves “What do you notice?”. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck-in at Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people per walk \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-awe-walk/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130121
CREATED:20250512T200834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T201612Z
UID:10000407-1750503600-1750509000@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Healing Power of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Just the presence of trees growing around us is known to improve our mental well-being. Trees provide a connection to the natural world\, which we are increasingly devoid of nowadays. Join herbalist and arborist Alex Klein on a walk around the cemetery\, focusing on deepening this nature-connection in tangible and intimate ways. We’ll learn about trees’ kinship with humanity\, how we can work with them as sources of medicine and other useful products\, while still living side-by-side with them as neighbors. Because life is better with trees. \nCheck-in at Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 25 people per walk \nREGISTER HERE>>\n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-healing-power-of-trees/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Horticulture,Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130122
CREATED:20250512T200845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T200850Z
UID:10000403-1750501800-1750505400@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Midsummer's Spell: A Community Healing Ritual with Herbs
DESCRIPTION:The healing properties of tea have been widely known for centuries. Tea has been known to calm anxiety\, reduce stress\, help with sleep\, improve circulation\, and boost your immune system. Join us for a healing tea ritual that celebrates this moment in time as we come together as a community to set intentions and connect with the wisdom of our herbal allies. \nWe will sip on some plants\, connect with one another\, and ground ourselves in the lush landscape around us. If you feel called\, bring a small offering for the altar to honor the season and our time together. \nThe workshop\, led by Victoria (Vicki) Sargsyan\, includes a coupon and samples from our event partner\, Cambridge Naturals. \nLocation: Hazel Dell \nCapacity: 24 people \nREGISTER HERE>>\n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-midsummers-spell-a-community-healing-ritual-with-herbs/
CATEGORIES:Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130122
CREATED:20250512T200702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T200702Z
UID:10000402-1750500000-1750525200@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Community Nature Mandala
DESCRIPTION:Registration not required. Visit Asa Gray Garden to participate any time between 10:00am-5:00pm. \nJoin artist Elisabeth Gerald as she guides the Mount Auburn community and all Summer SOLSTICE participants in a healing Nature Mandala made from natural objects found at the Cemetery. \nAlso known as Land Art or Environmental Art\, Earth Art is made from organic materials found in nature like stones\, branches\, leaves\, flowers\, feathers\, pinecones\, etc. Creating a Nature Mandala (aka an Earth Art Mandala) is a meditative and often collaborative practice intended to connect you to the environment. \nMandalas\, meaning “circle” in Sanskrit\, are Buddhist devotional images that represent wholeness and are seen as a symbol for infinite connection signifying the transformation from suffering into joy. We hope that creating this Nature Mandala is a unifying and healing experience for all who participate and that it will awaken your imagination and appreciation for the natural world. \nREGISTER HERE>>\n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/summer-solstice-community-nature-mandala/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130122
CREATED:20250508T155457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T160258Z
UID:10000399-1750500000-1750523400@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Summer SOLSTICE: Mindfulness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down\, being attentive to nature with all our senses\, and deepening our appreciation for this special slice of our Watertown and Cambridge neighborhood. The experience will include simple warm-up movements\, a natural history of the area\, guided breathing and centering awareness\, mindful walking with sensory activities\, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot. \nWhat to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, small mat or towel to sit on\, water\, sunscreen. \nCheck-in for the experience will be outside Story Chapel. \nEvent capacity: 25 people \nREGISTER HERE>>\n… \nStefanie Haug\, LICSW (she/her) guides people on journeys of self-awareness and relationship with nature as a local psychotherapist and certified Mindful Outdoor Guide (Kripalu). Her international career has spanned the corporate and nonprofit world with a focus on the wellbeing of humans and the more-than-human world. Stefanie is a lifelong nature lover and can often be found outdoors in all types of locations and weather\, taking it all in with a sense of wonder\, humor and calm. \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. \nMount Auburn is proud to participate in in MCC’s Card to Culture Program. Click here to learn more. \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/mindfulness-walk/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Summer SOLSTICE,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130122
CREATED:20250428T145913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145913Z
UID:10000398-1749376800-1749384000@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Therapeutic Art Workshop: Nature-Based Memorials
DESCRIPTION:Spending time in nature can ground us and provide a sense of connection to something larger than ourselves. Nature-based art can be used to create memorials and tributes\, fostering a sense of connection and remembrance. In this therapeutic art workshop\, participants will be guided in creating personal\, ephemeral\, nature-based art to memorialize and honor things they hold dear to them\, for example a loved one\, pet\, our ancestors\, a special community member\, or even a place. We’ll discuss different forms of grief and how artists have incorporated nature into their art about loss\, collect natural elements from the Cemetery and use them in individual art\, and conclude the workshop by creating a collaborative group mandala. All necessary art materials will be provided and no artistic experience necessary/all skill levels are welcome. \nThis workshop will be facilitated by artist\, board-certified art therapist\, and licensed mental health counselor Dr. Lauren Leone\, who works with art therapy participants in clinical and community-based settings in Massachusetts. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck in at Story Chapel \nCapacity: 15 people \n… \nRefund Policy: \nRefunds and exchanges for events at Mount Auburn Cemetery are available up to 5 business days prior to the event.* Cancellations made after this deadline are not eligible for a refund and the order amount will be donated to support future programs and initiatives. \nIf Mount Auburn Cemetery decides to cancel an event\, all ticket holders will be notified and automatically refunded. \n*This policy excludes special events. Refund policies for special events will be listed directly on their event page. Exchanges are only applicable to events with multiple occurrences.” \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/therapeutic-art-workshop-nature-based-memorials/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death and Grief Education,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T191500
DTSTAMP:20260406T130122
CREATED:20250418T205533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T205533Z
UID:10000397-1747850400-1747854900@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Gardening in a Changing Climate
DESCRIPTION:Every one of us is affected by the changing climate. What do professional and hobby gardeners need to think about when planning and managing our gardens in these conditions? Come hear from Rie Macchiarolo\, Director of Gardens & Landscapes talk about some strategies they are working with at Mount Auburn Cemetery. This event will be a 30-minute presentation inside followed by a 45 minute session outside to look at some of the plantings and methods in the landscape. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nCheck-in outside Story Chapel. \nCapacity: 30 people \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/gardening-in-a-changing-climate/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T233000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130122
CREATED:20250306T203617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T203753Z
UID:10000293-1747476000-1747524600@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing: A Mindful Nature Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down\, being attentive to nature with all our senses\, and deepening our appreciation for this special slice of our Cambridge neighborhood. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements\, a natural history of the area\, guided breathing and centering awareness\, mindful walking with sensory activities\, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot. \n\n\nWhat to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, small mat or towel to sit on\, water. \n\nCheck-in for the experience will be outside Story Chapel. \n\n\nEvent capacity: 25 people  \nREGISTER NOW >>\n\n\n\n… \n\n\nStefanie Haug\, LICSW (she/her) guides people on journeys of self-awareness and relationship with nature as a local psychotherapist and certified Mindful Outdoor Guide (Kripalu). Her international career has spanned the corporate and nonprofit world with a focus on the wellbeing of humans and the more-than-human world. Stefanie is a lifelong nature lover and can often be found outdoors in all types of locations and weather\, taking it all in with a sense of wonder\, humor and calm. \n\n\n… \n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/forest-bathing-a-mindful-nature-experience-4/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130122
CREATED:20250306T203943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T131849Z
UID:10000294-1747420200-1747423800@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Sunset Sound Meditations
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor Guided Meditation\, Relaxation and Sound Experience.  \n\n\nSound Healing practitioner Marlene Boyette welcomes all to be held by the earth\, to find refuge\, to rest\, and to be led through a guided meditation intended to bring the mind and the body into unison\, while also engaging the senses. Weaving together the sounds\, vibrations\, and energy of our natural surroundings with a variety of instruments (including deeply resonant crystal and metal singing bowls and chimes)\, participants will be bathed in layered sonic acoustics.  \n\n\nThe experience will close with an opportunity for all to reflect and set intentions for the new season through dialogue and / or journaling.  \n\n\nWhat to bring: a yoga mat\, blanket or towel\, a journal\, and writing utensil. Plastic folding chairs will be available if needed.  \n\n\nThe meditation will be at Auburn Lake near Larch Ave. \n\n\nRain location: Bigelow Chapel.  \n\n\nEvent Capacity: 40  \nREGISTER NOW >>\n\n\n … \n\n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.  \n\n\nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. 
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/sunset-sound-meditations-4/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130122
CREATED:20250306T202921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T152025Z
UID:10000291-1744999200-1745004600@mountauburn.org
SUMMARY:Death Café
DESCRIPTION:Following the model developed by Jon Underwood (based on the ideas of Bernard Crettaz)\, a Death Cafe is an opportunity for people to eat cake\, drink tea\, and discuss death. The goal is to “increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.” \nAt Mount Auburn’s Death Cafe\, attendees will have the opportunity to speak in small group settings and have organic and meaningful discussions on mortality. The discussions will begin with open-ended prompts and each group will be facilitated by a Mount Auburn Cemetery staff member. \nSpace is limited and preregistration is required! Tea and Cupcakes will be served. \nREGISTER HERE>>\nPLEASE NOTE: This is not an end-of-life planning event\, bereavement group\, or grief counseling session. We hope that you will come with an open mind\, prepared to discuss the topic of death with strangers in a safe\, respectful environment. \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/death-cafe/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Death and Grief Education,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T130122
CREATED:20240312T162146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T103502Z
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SUMMARY:Community Connections Walks: Navigating Loss
DESCRIPTION:Navigating life’s challenges. With Nature. As a community.  \n\n\nJoin guest guide\, Stefanie Haug LICSW\, (she/her) for a series of theme-based Community Connection Walks. Each walk includes nature-based mindfulness practices\, periods of group silence\, and periods of circle sharing to reflect\, listen and share what may arise around the theme of our walk. The philosopher Ram Dass said\, “We are all just walking each other home.” Join us as we reconnect to our experience of ‘home‘ both within ourselves as individuals and with each other as a community. \n\n\nYou are welcome to participate in one walk or in the entire series of walks should you be interested in continuing the experience with other participants. \n\n\n\nTheme: Navigating Loss  \n\n\nMount Auburn Cemetery offers us a serene backdrop to contemplate losses we’ve experienced as part of being a human being. Whether you are experiencing a lost past\, present or future of a relationship (human\, animal) or otherwise– you are welcome to bring and share within a small group. While not intended to replace direct individual support\, this guided series offers a chance to be alongside others with care\, calm and compassion. \n\n\n\nRecommended to bring: comfortable shoes\, water\, something you can easily carry to sit on such as a small mat \n\nCheck-in will be outside Story Chapel. \nEvent Capacity: 15 people \n\nREGISTER NOW >>\n\n… \n\n\nStefanie Haug\, LICSW (she/her) guides people on mindfulness ecotherapy and indigenous circle practices. She is a local psychotherapist and nature therapy guide. Her work is informed by mindfulness\, nature\, multiculturalism\, restorative circle practices and community engagement. \n… \n\n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/community-connections-walks-navigating-loss-2/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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SUMMARY:Forest Bathing: A Mindful Nature Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join guest guide Stefanie Haug (LICSW) as we explore Mount Auburn Cemetery by slowing down\, being attentive to nature with all our senses\, and deepening our appreciation for this special slice of our Cambridge neighborhood. Our Forest Bathing experience will include simple warm-up movements\, a natural history of the area\, guided breathing and centering awareness\, mindful walking with sensory activities\, and finding our nature meditation/sit spot. \n\n\nWhat to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, small mat or towel to sit on\, water. \n\nCheck-in for the experience will be outside Story Chapel. \n\n\nEvent capacity: 25 people  \nREGISTER NOW >>\n\n\n\n… \n\n\nStefanie Haug\, LICSW (she/her) guides people on journeys of self-awareness and relationship with nature as a local psychotherapist and certified Mindful Outdoor Guide (Kripalu). Her international career has spanned the corporate and nonprofit world with a focus on the wellbeing of humans and the more-than-human world. Stefanie is a lifelong nature lover and can often be found outdoors in all types of locations and weather\, taking it all in with a sense of wonder\, humor and calm. \n\n\n\n… \n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/forest-bathing-a-mindful-nature-experience-3/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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SUMMARY:Deep Listening® Workshop
DESCRIPTION:How do we listen? What sounds do we notice/perceive and when? How can we change and grow our sonic focus?   \n Deep Listening® is a practice developed by Pauline Oliveros\, the late pioneering experimental music composer\, which facilitates an awareness of our attention to and relationship with sound. This practice invites us to be aware of our attention\, allowing our senses to be opened\, and enabling us to feel a greater connection to our bodies\, to others\, and to the environment.  \nJoin Deep Listening® Practitioner Nomi Epstein for a workshop consisting of a series of exercises in listening\, sonic meditation\, movement\, and imagination to open our senses to develop new ways of interacting with the world around us.  \n What to bring: comfortable clothing\, walking shoes\, a notebook & writing utensil\, a small mat or blanket to sit on (if desired). Chairs will be provided for anyone who prefers a chair to sitting on the ground.   \nREGISTER HERE >>\nCheck-in for the workshop will be outside Story Chapel (aka the Visitor Center).   \nCapacity: 15 people \nAge requirement: 16+  \n  \nPlease note: there will be changing terrain throughout the walking experience moving from pavement to gravel to grass. There will also be some small hills.   \n…  \nNOMI EPSTEIN is as an experimental music practitioner devoted to a focused listening practice. Her work embraces subtlety\, an uncovering of sounds\, and a gratitude for the daily sounds she finds around her.  \nNomi is also a composer/improvisor/curator. Her music centers around her interest in sonic fragility. Her compositions have been performed throughout the US and Europe by SurPlus\, ICE\, Wet Ink\, Mivos\, Wild Rumpus\, Dedalus\, and Southland. Her third and most recent portrait album featuring Apartment House/Vibrant Matter was released under Another Timbre (February 2024).   \nAn active practitioner and advocate of experimental music\, she is founder/director of a•pe•ri•od•ic\, the critically acclaimed\, experimental ensemble. Her curatorial work includes large scale festivals as in the Chicago area 2012 centennial John Cage Festival\, the Wandelweiser and Ustvolskaya Festivals\, and concerts across the US/abroad. She continues to research\, write\, and lecture on experimental music and serves as Associate Professor of Composition at Berklee.  \n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/deep-listening-workshop/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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SUMMARY:Members Week: Yoga for the Mind\, Body\, and Soul
DESCRIPTION:Yoga for the Mind\, Body\, and Soul with Tracy Affonso \nLed by Artemis yoga teacher Tracy Affonso\, the class will include a moving meditation and a flowing\, physical practice infused with a sense of calming energy. She will mindfully instruct you through sequences while offering you the space to listen to your body and move with intention. All set in the recently-enhanced beauty of Hazel Dell to create a calming and healing experience. \nBECOME A MEMBER >>\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free or discounted access to all our public programs and special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/yoga-for-the-mind-body-soul/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T173000
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SUMMARY:Sunset Sound Meditations
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor Guided Meditation\, Relaxation and Sound Experience.  \n\n\nSound Healing practitioner Marlene Boyette welcomes all to be held by the earth\, to find refuge\, to rest\, and to be led through a guided meditation intended to bring the mind and the body into unison\, while also engaging the senses. Weaving together the sounds\, vibrations\, and energy of our natural surroundings with a variety of instruments (including deeply resonant crystal and metal singing bowls and chimes)\, participants will be bathed in layered sonic acoustics.  \n\n\nThe experience will close with an opportunity for all to reflect and set intentions for the new season through dialogue and / or journaling.  \n\n\nWhat to bring: a yoga mat\, blanket or towel\, a journal\, and writing utensil. Plastic folding chairs will be available if needed.  \n\n\nCheck-in for the event will be at the top of the ramp entrance into Hazel Dell (off of Central Ave). The meditation will take place in Hazel Dell.   \n\n\nRain location: Story Chapel.  \n\n\nEvent Capacity: 40  \nREGISTER NOW >>\n\n\n … \n\n\nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.  \n\n\nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org. 
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/sunset-sound-meditations-3/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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SUMMARY:Morning Writes
DESCRIPTION:Morning Writes at Mount Auburn will help you jumpstart a new creative practice or re-energize your existing routine. Recharge your imagination. Shift your perspective. Nurture your creativity in nature. MORNING WRITES is an informal writing time and a chance to meet up with other creative thinkers. Each session will begin with a few writing prompts to get you started\, followed by 30-40 minutes of writing time. Time permitting\, folks will then be invited to share a portion of their writing with the group. \n\n\nBring paper\, a writing utensil\, a laptop\, and whatever else you need to write. \n\nCheck-in will be outside Story Chapel and then we will walk to the writing location together. \n\n\nEvent Capacity: 35 people \n\nREGISTER NOW >>\n\n\n… \n\n\nMorning Writes is led by Mount Auburn Public Events Producer\, Julie-Anne Whitney. Julie-Anne is a writer and dramaturg and has an MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley University. www.julieannewhitney.com \n\n\n… \nExperience a deeper connection to Mount Auburn Cemetery with free access to all our public programs and discounts on special events by joining the Friends of Mount Auburn. Our robust roster of programs each year is made possible by the generous support of our donors and in part by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or if you have any questions about your membership\, please contact friends@mountauburn.org.
URL:https://mountauburn.org/event/morning-writes-3/
LOCATION:Mount Auburn Cemetery\, 580 Mount Auburn St.\, Cambridge\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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