BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Benawell - ECPv6.11.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.benawell.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Benawell REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230730T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230730T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230709T234720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230709T234722Z UID:6380-1690714800-1690732800@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Shropshire Wellbeing Day - FREE ENTRY DESCRIPTION:FREE entry to Shropshire Wellbeing Day featuring speakers and workshop leaders from around the UK.\n\n\nJoin some of the UK’s leading speakers and workshops leaders for this one day free Wellbeing Festival in the beautiful St Mary’s Church in Shrewsbury. \nSpeakers include: \n\nDr Aymon Askari : Consultant Rheumatologist\, Nuffield Hospital\, Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic and District Hospital\nDr Lale Tuncer : Partner\, Llanfyllin Medical Group \nSahara Alexandra : Director\, Bridgnorth Yoga Centre\nCaroline Rolling : Director\, Finding Peace Within : EFT Teacher\nMags O’Brien : Director\, Life Transformational Specialist\nKyle Howells : Cold Water Therapy Leader\nRob Chapman : Director\, Make Life Better : Meditation Leader\nJune Meagher : Director\, AAMARHealing : Sound Healing\nDhyan Ji : Director\, Elevate your Mind : Darshan Facilitator\n\nThere will also be around 30 exhibitors. This is a free event but donations welcome to go to the Universal Message of Peace Charity. \nRefreshments will be available and there will be a concert in the evening which is also free and features Emma Linney\, Linda Angelis\, Jon Walklate\, Tom Grierson\, Tom Shanti and Eternal Sea. This s@ \nIf you have any questions\, please do contact june@aamarhealing.co.uk URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/shropshire-wellbeing-day-free-entry/ LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, St Mary's Church\, St Mary's Street\, Shrewsbury\, Stuttgart\, Shropshire\, SY1 1EU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/d22225aabf759bc8e909fa7cdde37436-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230730T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230730T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230727T010503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T185157Z UID:7010-1690741800-1690745400@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Sunday Chill Sound Bath DESCRIPTION:Self care and time for yourself in way of a beautiful relaxing sound healing with The Happy Holistic.\n\n\nIf you are seeking self care and time for yourself in way of relaxation and healing\, join the Happy Holistic for this beautiful monthly chill out sound bath. \nWe will begin with a beautiful guided meditation to open our hearts and relax the body before we experience a relaxing sound journey\, including crystal bowls\, drums\, chimes and singing bowls. \nThis ancient form of sound healing works through sound vibrations which work to restore the body and unblock both physical and emotional energy blocks\, leaving you with an improve energy flow supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/sunday-chill-sound-bath/ LOCATION:Streetly Methodist Church\, 6 Thornhill Road\, Sutton Coldfield\, England\, B74 3EH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/c52bc31abde308222f1f0597896346e9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230731T174500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230731T204500 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230710T000350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T000352Z UID:6441-1690825500-1690836300@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:An Evening of Mindfulness in the Woods (Cannock Chase) DESCRIPTION:an evening of mindfulness\n\n\nEscape the chaos of life with an evening of mindfulness in Cannock Chase\n \nUnwind and de-stress with an active mix of mindfulness\, gentle mindful yoga\, meditation and a mindful light picnic in the woodlands .\n \nThis activity is for anyone wanting to practice mindfulness in an active and unique way.\n \nMindful walking is the best of both worlds\, an easy-to-do exercise\, that’s low on impact yet high on cardiovascular benefits\, and a meditative practice—helping you reduce stress\, become more focused and productive\, feel better\, and improve your overall well-being.\n \nWe shall mindfully walk\, do a mindful yoga\, have some mindful eating and put into practice many fun mindful outdoor activities\n \n \nWe will be meeting in the Birches Valley Forest Car Park\n \nAny problems finding us please contact me on 07455757144. Autumn\n \n \nhttps://howuk.co.uk/ URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/an-evening-of-mindfulness-in-the-woods-cannock-chase/ LOCATION:Birches Valley Forest Centre (Car Park)\, Birches Valley\, Rugeley\, England\, WS15 2UQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/89211f352b95645c525e5f0a950b1692-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230731T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230731T191500 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230731T014810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231224T132909Z UID:7274-1690826400-1690830900@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Breathwork Healing Session • Joy of Breathing • Wolverhampton DESCRIPTION:Ready to feel more vibrantly alive and consciously connected with your inner healer?\n\n\nGet your ticket and receive a bonus!\nPurchase a ticket to our live events and enjoy a 7-day bonus access. Dive into Healing Sessions\, Masterclasses\, Breathing Experiences\, and Live Breathing Classes immediately. Learn more. \n\n\n\nExperience the amazing healing power of your breath with the Joy of Breathing technique. It allows you to quickly and effectively access a deeper connection with your body\, mind\, heart and soul. \nDuring this 75 minute online live session you will be safely and gently guided to explore\, feel and connect to deeper layers of your body\, emotions and consciousness. \nYou will journey into profoundly healing\, deeply relaxing and transformative states of being. \n \n\n\n\n“These sessions are perfect for anyone who wants to experience higher states of well-being\, consciousness and self-healing.”\n\nJoy of Breathing Technique\nFor over 30 years\, Sylvie has been experiencing\, learning\, practicing and teaching a wide scope of breathwork and pranayama techniques. \nShe finally developed her own technique that is both a science and yoga-based practice. \nIt weaves together modern scientific discoveries in breathwork and the ancient yogic wisdom. \n \n\n\n\n“The technique is simple and powerful enough that anyone can practice and get benefits during the first session.”\n\nTestimonials\n“Brilliant! I feel wonderful!” – Aidian \n“Think I have just experienced my first third eye actual awareness.” – Robert \n“That session took me deep into my soul. Very healing on all levels: body\, mind\, spirit\, feelings… everything!” – Bradley \n“I felt like I was levitating at one point. I feel healthier right now. Can’t wait to do this again.” – Nancy \n“My hands were vibrating a lot and then I started hearing noise\, almost that sound when your ears are ringing. Feel great now\, very relaxed!” – Kathy \n“I feel so grateful to have found this. You bring beautiful energy and teach this practice so well. Thank you so very much!” – Tara \n \n\n\n\n“It is my pleasure to guide you toward self-empowerment and self-awakening. You will be guided to experience your truest self\, from the physical to the soul dimension.” \n\nSylvie Horvath\n#breathwork #pranayama #yoga\nBIOGRAPHY \nSylvie is the creator of the Joy of Breathing. She’s been guiding spiritual seekers for over 30 years with the self-transformative teachings of yoga\, pranayama\, breathwork and meditation. \n \nEvent Information\nAgenda\n\nIntroduction & instructions\nDeep breathing session\nHealing meditation\nRelaxation\nSharing & questions and answers\n\nAttending Event\n\nConnect on Zoom 10 minutes prior to class start time and silence cell phones\nWear comfortable clothing\nRefrain from eating 1.5 to 2 hours before practice\nYoga mat and a blanket might help you feel comfortable\n\nSOULDIMENSION.ORG \nCopyright © 2022 • Soul Dimension URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/breathwork-healing-session-joy-of-breathing-wolverhampton/ LOCATION:Soul Dimension\, Online Event on Zoom\, Wolverhampton\, West Midlands\, WV1\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/90f1af34cd1da19bf2bdc641e6eb99ba.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230801T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230801T123000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230710T003231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T003231Z UID:6500-1690884000-1690893000@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:No Limits to Health - Learn to Ride DESCRIPTION:No Limits to Health 2023 Year of Cycling. We offer high quality bike tours of Wolverhampton\, The Black Country & beyond. Register today. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/no-limits-to-health-learn-to-ride-4/ LOCATION:Shiloh House\, Mount Shiloh Church\, Hickman avenue\, Wolverhampton\, England\, WV1 2BS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/923cde2908f9169cfd0a04f48248f9b4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230801T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230801T123000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230731T015235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T140349Z UID:7297-1690884000-1690893000@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:No Limits to Health 2023 Summer of Cycling DESCRIPTION:No Limits to Health 2023 Year of Cycling. We offer high quality bike tours of Wolverhampton\, The Black Country & beyond. Register today.\n\n\nWelcome to our 2023 No Limits to Health Year of Cycling. We have organised a regular cycling activities on Tuesday’s Wednesday’s\, Thursday’s & Saturday mornings. These include: \nLearn to Ride – Tuesday Morning & Thursday Evening \nLed Rides : Wednesday Morning\, Thursday Evening & Saturday Morning \nWe plan local cycling routes that take us on less busy roads\, dedicated cycing lanes and canal towpaths. We provide qualified cycle ride leaders whose aim it is to keep you safe at all times. We stop along the route to engage with nature and also for a coffee/tea break. it’s a great opportunity to meet new friends and particpate in an activity that will increase your physical health and mental wellbeing. \nPlease visit our website for further details. If you need to speak to a member of our team for further assistance call Sam on 07888550992 \n We look forward to seeing you soon URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/no-limits-to-health-2023-summer-of-cycling/ LOCATION:Shiloh House\, Mount Shiloh Church\, Hickman avenue\, Wolverhampton\, England\, WV1 2BS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Exercise/Sport,Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/171a6ebc5130de1103fc84b1f7bc4cce.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230804T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230804T190000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230731T014653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T190133Z UID:7268-1691172000-1691175600@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Meditation and Relaxation Group DESCRIPTION:Regular drop in meditation and relaxation group North Shropshire\n\n\nA weekly drop in group held in picturesque Hinstock Village. Open to all adults; from beginners to experienced meditators. All genders and representations are welcome here because acceptance and inclusion are part of what makes a Happy Human. \n \n \nEvery Friday 6-7pm Jubilee Hall (what three words relieves.desktops.statement)\n \n \nHow the sessions run\n \n \nA warm welcome into a room with twinkly lights and soft music\n \nShort meditation practise or mindset idea for you to takeaway\n \n10-15 minute guided meditation\, designed to bring peace and focus\n \nSimple happiness exercise\n \n20-30 minute guided visualisation\, designed for ultimate relaxation\n \nA floaty goodbye\n \n \nThis is a seated session\, but if you prefer to lie down\, please bring a yoga mat and cushion\n \nBring a drink and blanket or extra layers – we highly encourage being cosy URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/meditation-and-relaxation-group/ LOCATION:TF9 2SZ\, Jubilee Hall\, Chester Road\, next door to Memorial Hall\, Hinstock\, England\, TF9 2SZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/3e453cae59a2fa11be8e72173b59662c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230805T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230806T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230731T014407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T014411Z UID:7251-1691233200-1691344800@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:The MediZen Weekender DESCRIPTION:Exciting news everyone!!!! The MediZen WEEKENDER is back!!!! We will be hosted by the AMAZING Tribe Cafe in Wolverhampton UK.\n\n\nYou will enjoy a variety of wellness and mindfulness practices designed to help you live a more peaceful and wholesome life. There will be taster sessions of meditations\, yoga\, Cacao ceremonies\, holistic therapies and more activities still to be confirmed for you to participate in if you wish. \nWe will have live performances from singers\, poets and dancers too!!! Plus an creativity Corner for children and adults. \n \nOf course there will be lots of stalls selling and promoting their products and services so come prepared to invest in their small businesses!! \n \nThis is a FREE EVENT but any donations would really help so if you can send a donation this will be highly appreciated. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/the-medizen-weekender/ LOCATION:WV8 1XE\, The Haymarket\, Tribe Cafe\, Pendeford\, England\, WV8 1XE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/1390edbbf91332823eab8ec1d3dbfbe7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230806T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230806T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230731T014556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T014600Z UID:7259-1691314200-1691323200@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Forest bathing and meditation in nature DESCRIPTION:Morning Forest Bathing & Meditation at Buzzards Valley\n\n\nWake up your body and mind and reconnect with nature as we take part in a Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku) experience. \nShinrin Yoku is the Japanese practice of engaging in a forest/natural setting through all of our senses by responding to invitations that the forest presents. You will engage with nature in a mindful way\, lead by Faye\, receiving all of the physical and mental benefits that nature has to offer\, relaxing in a natural setting and deepening your connection to nature. \nIt is a deeply relaxing experience that can have a profound effect on people that often say “it was wonderful to just have time to stop\, to relax and to just be”. \nWe will finish with a tea ceremony with hot tea and snack a chance to relax in the company of like minded people. \nFor ages 18+\, all genders are welcome. \nWhy not join us for the afternoon where you will learn willow weaving? See separate listing. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/forest-bathing-and-meditation-in-nature/ LOCATION:Buzzard Valley Vineyard & Shop\, 37 Shirrall Drive\, Tamworth\, England\, B78 3EQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/960fa90c711f4f3b9adc983789bdb471.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230807T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230807T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230727T003308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T142813Z UID:6905-1691431200-1691438400@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Forest Bathing\, Mindfulness and Wellbeing Walk\, Worcester Woods DESCRIPTION:Forest bathing\, mindfulness and wellbeing walks in Worcester Woods Country Park\, aiming to connect you with nature and rewild your senses.\n\n\nA forest bathing session will help you unplug from technology and slow down\, bringing you into the here and now through practicing mindfulness\, de-stressing and relaxing you. As soon as you open your senses\, you begin to connect to the natural world. \nJoin qualified nature therapy guide\, Joss\, for forest bathing sessions set in Worcester Woods Country Park. \nJoss will guide you through a series of invitations that will aim to relax you and deepen your connection and love of nature. No prior experience or nature knowledge needed and don’t worry\, you’re only bathing in the atmosphere of the forest… no water involved! URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/forest-bathing-mindfulness-and-wellbeing-walk-worcester-woods/ LOCATION:Worcester Woods Country Park\, Worcester Woods Country Park\, Worcester\, England\, WR5 2LG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/6c6329c3b5137000d8e67ab5ea78f2e9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230811T154500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230811T164500 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230809T135501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T171535Z UID:8203-1691768700-1691772300@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Wellness Hub - Over 55s Social Meet Up & Dance DESCRIPTION:Wellness Hub\, Social meeting and Dance for over 55s //\nEvery Friday at Harmony House\, 101 Herbert Road\, Small Heath\, B10 0QS @ 3.45 – 4.45\n\n\nFeel good\, express yourself and get moving with chair based Dance\, Yoga and Movement for all! Get moved by the sounds of Reggae\, Jazz and calming beats. Whether you have danced before or not\, come along and give it a go! \nTea\, water and snacks provided. \nPlease wear something comfortable that you can move around in. \nAbout Keneish Dance \nAs a leading Dance Health provider in Birmingham and West Midlands. We believe that everybody should have the right to be in tune with their mind\, body and spirit and through dance we celebrate self expression and unleash the inner self. We welcome you to join a supportive and fun community. \nA recommended minimum donation of: £2.50 per person. \nWe welcome self registrations onto the sessions as well as referrals from Health professionals. Please contact projectmanager@keneishdance.com to complete a health questionnaire before attending the session. \nThis event is offered on a donation basis\, made possible with funding from Birmingham City Council. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/wellness-hub-over-55s-social-meet-up-dance/ LOCATION:B10 0QS\, Herbert Road\, Small Heath\, England\, B10 0QS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/1cef0f3d9efdf25e5ef12252ace57fbd-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230811T191500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230811T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230727T010757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T140350Z UID:7021-1691781300-1691787600@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Sound Bath in the Mongolian Yurt DESCRIPTION:Evening of deeply healing soundbath with the finest Himalayan bowls and gongs in the magical Yurt\n\n\nAbout Event \nJoin us at Little Earth\, Holistic Health & Retreat centre for an intimate (12 people only) evening of Sound Bath with the finest Himalayan bowls and gongs. We will be holding the event in our magical Mongolian Yurt. \nComfortable matresses\, pillows and throws will be provided\, so you can sink in and relax deeper. \nTeas will be provided after your experience. \nBring whatever makes you comfortable\, i.e. eye mask\, warm socks\, water bottle\, extra blanket. \n \nFlow of the evening: \n19:15 – Arrival \n19:30 – Opening: Sound Journey \n20:30 – Closing: Tea & Integration \n21:00 – Departure \n \nAbout Facilitator \nMichael has been a musician for many years and after receiving his first soundbath he knew this would be his future. Michael is fully trained and studied under Aidan McIntyre at Hawkwood College. He uses the finest handcrafted gongs and vintage Himalayan bowls. The gong allows self healing and a state of deep relaxation. \nFollow us on social media: @littleearthcentre URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/sound-bath-in-the-mongolian-yurt-2/ LOCATION:Jewkes Chris\, Danescourt Road\, Wolverhampton\, England\, WV6 9BQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/8da5a30501c2dbb362fda914d05db846.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230812T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230813T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230727T004433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T135418Z UID:6949-1691834400-1691942400@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Stafford Well Being Show - Mind Body & Soul Experience - 12&13 August 2023 DESCRIPTION:2 day Well Being Show – 40+ stands for your Well Being – Readers\, therapies\, retail stands – free talks and presentations – see you there!\n\n\nWelcome to this 2 day Well Being Show – Mind Body & Soul Experience \nMembers Pavilion\, Staffordshire County Showground\, Weston Rd\, Stafford ST18 0BD \nEnjoy a spacious\, light and comfortable venue\, plenty of room for exhibitors and visitors\, dedicated talk rooms\, catering facilities (and of course Visitors can picnic in the grounds)\, spacious and ample free parking close to the Venue. The Venue is easily accessible from all major routes. Stalls are set up in the Main hall on one level – excellent facilities – programme of FREE talks and presentations throughout the weekend and a whole host of interesting stands for Visitors to browse – retail\, therapy\, readers\, authors\, information\, there’s live music\, demonstrations of Tai Chi\, Native American Smudging ceremonies\, Guided meditations\, Drumming workshops\, Sound Therapy demonstrations\, and medium demonstrations too. For our younger visitors there’s an activity table where they can colour\, create\, craft\, cut and stick – all materials provided. Welcome to the Stafford Well Being Show – Mind Body & Soul Experience. \nSaturday – 10am to 5pm \nSunday – 10am to 4pm \nFree parking in the acres of grounds and close to the venue for ease of access. The event is easy to travel to from all directions. Refreshments are available at the event – a selection of hot and cold food\, drinks and snacks. Full Information\, including attendee listing\, and talk programme is available at the Well Being News website www.lizianevents.org \nCome for a day or both days for an enjoyable and informative event. \nAdmission £5 day ticket or £8 weekend ticket (if you purchase a day ticket for Saturday and wish to return\, simply return on Sunday and we’ll upgrade you to a weekend ticket for a further £3) Under 16s FREE \nVenue policy is Registered assistance dogs only permitted in the venue – however you are welcome to bring your dogs and exercise outside in the Showgrounds extensive site. \nParents / Carers are solely responsible for taking care of accompanying children. \n(Talk programme and attendee listing may be subject to change) URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/stafford-well-being-show-mind-body-soul-experience-1213-august-2023/ LOCATION:County Showground\, Members Pavilion\, Stafford\, England\, ST18 0BD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/b58505a65fdaaf28156490fa8d6e2dfb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230814T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230814T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230727T010550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T192814Z UID:7016-1692039600-1692043200@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Sound Bath Stone - The Ishta Centre DESCRIPTION:We welcome you to join us for a deep healing relaxation using ancient sacred instruments.\n\n\nWe welcome you to join us for a deep healing relaxation using ancient sacred instruments. Immerse in the healing vibrations of a beautiful chau wind gong\, quartz crystal singing bowls\, Himalayan sing bowls\, chimes\, ocean drum \,rain stick and native flute. These sacred instruments have been used for thousands of years to promote deep physical and emotional healing. \nAll you have to do is lie comfortably and allow the sound vibrations to flood your physical and energetic body. The experience will allow you to enter a deep meditative dream like state\, when this state is reached our body has the ability to heal its self. \nOur body\, mind\, and spirit hold the energetic imprints of all of our experiences\, so each sound experience and each person will experience different sensations and emotions. \nSound baths can be a very powerful transformational experience as sound impacts every cell of our being. \nPlease wear comfy warm clothing and bring a mat\, pillow and blanket for extra comfort. Exchange £14 plus booking. Limited spaces available\, so please book early.  \nCarly x URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/sound-bath-stone-the-ishta-centre/ LOCATION:The Ishta Centre\, 26 Kings Ave\, Stone\, Staffordshire\, st158hd\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/3cad5fe1d7b141403ac2153f1536b59e.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230819T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230819T133000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230809T135257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T135502Z UID:8197-1692441000-1692451800@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Family Wellness Day with Real Mama Tribe and Mom’s Mindful Hub DESCRIPTION:Join us for Family Wellness Day\, bought to you by Mom’s Mindful Hub and Real Mama Tribe located in the tranquil Hawbush Community Gardens.\n\n\nJoin us for Family Wellness Day\, bought to you by Mom’s Mindful Hub and Real Mama Tribe. Located at the tranquil Hawbush Gardens\, we will be hosting a relaxing\, nature based session for children and adults alike. \nOur session has been structured to be ultimate chilled family day-out\, including a mixture of open-ended\, child-led: crafting\, planting\, imagination and relaxation. Plus\, some group activities including a music circle and a sound bathing session. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/family-wellness-day-with-real-mama-tribe-and-moms-mindful-hub/ LOCATION:Hawbush Community Gardens\, 1 Bull Street\, Brierley Hill\, England\, DY5 3NQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/5c9fa4c6714c5e85ddd6294189fee094.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230820T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230820T163000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230816T110818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T110821Z UID:8654-1692547200-1692549000@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Begin your Tai Chi journey: Traditional Movements for Health / Rejuvenation DESCRIPTION:Learning even basic Tai Chi skills can promote balance\, calmness\, and mental focus. Every Sunday:\n 11am EST/4pm GMT \n\n\n Welcome! We are on our 3rd year of lessons (since November 2020). \nImprove your health 30 minutes every Sunday \n 8am PST (Los Angeles CA) \n11 am EST (Boston\, MA) \n 4 pm GMT \n \nMovement is the key to maintaining mental and physical health. \nThis series does seasonal training to help you develop a wide range of skills which will enhance both your health and your practice. We practices basic Tai Chi / Qigong skills as posting\, walking\, breathing\, stretching\, energy work\, bone tapping and hand movements. \nEven outwardly simple movement when practiced correctly promote organ health\, lower body strength and mental focus. \nEnjoy learning at home through our online lessons. \n\n\n\nUpon registration\, you will receive a link to sign and agree to the following consent form. (THE LINK IS AT THE END OF THE TICKET) \nRelease of Liability \nI consent to voluntarily participate in Quality of Life Now\, LLC’s (individually and collectively\, the “Releasee”) class with knowledge of the danger involved and assume any and all risks of injury\, death\, or property damage. I acknowledge that I am physically fit to participate in Releasee’s class. I\, on behalf of myself\, my heirs\, next of kin\, executors\, administrators\, and assigns\, hereby release and forever discharge Releasee\, their respective employees\, agents\, officers and members\, heirs\, administrators and executors from any and every claim\, demand\, action\, right of action whatsoever\, kind or nature\, either in law or equity\, arising from or by reason of any bodily injury or personal injuries\, known or unknown\, death and/or property damages resulting from\, or to result from any accident which may occur as a result of my participation in martial arts instruction with Releasee\, or any activities in connection with martial arts instruction with Releasee whether by negligence or not. I further release all personnel\, employees\, agents\, officers and members of Releasee\, their heirs\, administrators and executors from any and every claim\, demand\, action\, right of action whatsoever\, kind or nature\, either in law or equity\, arising from first aid treatment or service rendered by any personnel\, employees\, agents\, officers and members of Releasee\, to me\, during participation in martial arts instruction. I consent to the Releasee using their discretion to have me transported to a medical facility\, in the event of an emergency\, wherein I cannot be reached. \nI further state that I have carefully read the above release\, and know the contents of the release and agree to this release of my own free act. \n\n\n\n\nAbout Kurt \nCertified Qigong Teacher \nKurt Klinzing is the main instructor at Quality of Life Now. He is a Certified Medical Qigong and Tai Chi Instructor with Human Harmonies® and a 3rd degree Head Instructor with Body Mind Systems. He began studying Kung-Fu and Bagua when he was 40 years old and has continued practicing for over thirty years. Martial Arts training has been instrumental in his life\, helping him maintain a healthy resilient body and a calmer mind. In the last 8 years Kurt has been studying Qigong and Tai Chi\, changing the rhythm of his practice to match that of his life. He hopes to help empower others to take control of their physical and mental well-being. He is currently teaching at Human Harmonies Chelmsford (MA) and online URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/begin-your-tai-chi-journey-traditional-movements-for-health-rejuvenation/ LOCATION:England CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/eda97f01a89f0f35c59a4cc5a85223f7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230820T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230820T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230809T140445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T140445Z UID:8227-1692556200-1692559800@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Sunday Chill Sound Bath DESCRIPTION:Self care and time for yourself in way of a beautiful relaxing sound healing with The Happy Holistic\n\n\nIf you are seeking self care and time for yourself in way of relaxation and healing\, join the Happy Holistic for this beautiful monthly chill out sound bath. \nWe will begin with a beautiful guided meditation to open our hearts and relax the body before we experience a relaxing sound journey\, including crystal bowls\, drums\, chimes and singing bowls. \nThis ancient form of sound healing works through sound vibrations which work to restore the body and unblock both physical and emotional energy blocks\, leaving you with an improve energy flow supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/sunday-chill-sound-bath-2/ LOCATION:Streetly Methodist Church\, 6 Thornhill Road\, Sutton Coldfield\, England\, B74 3EH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/bf1cd0458ee7c62a67b804141a032a45.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230822T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230822T123000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230710T003231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T003231Z UID:6501-1692698400-1692707400@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:No Limits to Health - Learn to Ride DESCRIPTION:No Limits to Health 2023 Year of Cycling. We offer high quality bike tours of Wolverhampton\, The Black Country & beyond. Register today. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/no-limits-to-health-learn-to-ride-5/ LOCATION:Shiloh House\, Mount Shiloh Church\, Hickman avenue\, Wolverhampton\, England\, WV1 2BS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/923cde2908f9169cfd0a04f48248f9b4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230826T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230826T123000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230731T015101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T165838Z UID:7291-1693044000-1693053000@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Forest Bathing at Clowes Wood\, Solihull DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of slowing down to “Forest Time” in this beautiful ancient woodland\, and discover lasting joy\, creativity and calm\n\n\nForest Bathing (aka Shinrin-Yoku) is a set of mindfulness practices and fun activities designed to calm the nervous system\, awaken the senses\, and bring us into meaningful relationship with the web of life. \nYou’ll be guided through a sequence of gentle activities which invite you to playfully explore each of your senses in turn\, expanding your usual range of perception and slowing you right down to experience existence at the speed of a tree – what I call “Forest Time”. This shifts us into a different brainwave state – so often in this modern world\, we’re locked into the “beta” wave state of constant action and planning and busy busy busy. Forest Bathing gets us into “alpha” state\, associated with calm\, creativity\, intuition and “flow”. It has been scientifically proven to give rise to a range of health benefits such as reduced blood pressure\, reduction in stress hormones\, improved sleep\, increases in anti-cancer proteins and reduced levels of anxiety\, depression\, anger and confusion too. With regular practice\, the wonder\, joy\, curiosity and playfulness that Forest Bathing draws out of us can gradually start to infuse and enrich our everyday lives beyond the forest. \nIt can often be hard to step out of the busyness of 21st Century life and give time to nourishing ourselves and our relationships with our wild relatives. But when we give ourselves permission to slow down in this way\, we receive such profound gifts of healing\, aliveness and belonging that it develops its own momentum and before we know it we can’t imagine our lives without it. I’ve found that doing it in a group allows feelings of connection to develop much faster as we all share our experiences and learn from each other’s unique ways of seeing and being – as well as making it more fun! \nI’m overjoyed to be working in collaboration with Warwickshire Wildlife Trust to offer these sessions at Clowes Wood Nature Reserve\, one of the most beautiful and biodiverse woodlands in the Midlands. 10% of all ticket sales is donated to the Trust to help maintain the Woods for the benefit of wildlife and humans alike. \nPlease note that these sessions are not suitable for children or pets. \nAccessibility information:There is a 15 minute scenic walk over uneven ground from the meeting point to the forest\, and back again at the end. Once inside the forest there will be a little more walking at a slower pace\, but the ground can be uneven\, muddy\, and in places a bit hilly. If you have any concerns about the level of physical activity involved please feel free to contact me on hello@healingearthways.co.uk. \nA note on my sliding scale ticket pricing: I want to make Forest Bathing affordable to as many people as possible while being realistic about my own financial needs. To make this work sustainable I need to charge for it\, but I also want to acknowledge that incomes vary widely and ensure as far as reasonably possible that cost isn’t a barrier to participation. I leave it up to each individual to honestly assess their range of affordability\, no questions asked! To get the most ongoing benefit from Forest Bathing it’s recommended to participate in a long session like this at least once a month so if you enjoy it and want to come regularly\, please feel free to pay what you can feel you can afford each month even if that varies. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/forest-bathing-at-clowes-wood-solihull/ LOCATION:Clowes Wood\, meet at Malthouse Lane Recreation Ground Car Park\, Earlswood\, Solihull\, West Midlands\, B94 5RZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/4ad1b2ad490ac22e2ba65d6660d5fbed.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230826T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230826T143000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230731T014905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T155306Z UID:7285-1693053000-1693060200@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Mindfulness in Moseley DESCRIPTION:Be at peace\n\n\nThis workshop will be exploring how you can bring mindfulness into your life on an every day basis.\n \nEach month we will…\n \nLearn how to: –\n \n Reduce stress and anxiety\n \n Sleep better.\n \n Be happier and more content.\n \n Let go of negative thoughts.\n \n Live life in the present moment.\n \n Plus much\, much more.\n \n \nWe will be meeting in the meeting room of the Shires\, there is a free car park on the venue.\n \nAny problems finding us please contact me on 07455757144. Autumn\n \n \nhttps://howuk.co.uk/ URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/mindfulness-in-moseley/ LOCATION:The Shires\, 218 Wake Green Road\, Moseley\, England\, B13 9PQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/15db936df76a2699637e0896b55351ff.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230901T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230901T190000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230831T174634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T174635Z UID:9135-1693591200-1693594800@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Meditation and Relaxation Group DESCRIPTION:Regular drop in meditation and relaxation group North Shropshire\n\n\nA weekly drop in group held in picturesque Hinstock Village. Open to all adults; from beginners to experienced meditators. All genders and representations are welcome here because acceptance and inclusion are part of what makes a Happy Human. \n \n \nEvery Friday 6-7pm Jubilee Hall (what three words relieves.desktops.statement)\n \n \nHow the sessions run\n \n \nA warm welcome into a room with twinkly lights and soft music\n \nShort meditation practise or mindset idea for you to takeaway\n \n10-15 minute guided meditation\, designed to bring peace and focus\n \nSimple happiness exercise\n \n20-30 minute guided visualisation\, designed for ultimate relaxation\n \nA floaty goodbye\n \n \nThis is a seated session\, but if you prefer to lie down\, please bring a yoga mat and cushion\n \nBring a drink and blanket or extra layers – we highly encourage being cosy URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/meditation-and-relaxation-group-2/ LOCATION:TF9 2SZ\, Jubilee Hall\, Chester Road\, next door to Memorial Hall\, Hinstock\, England\, TF9 2SZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/3e453cae59a2fa11be8e72173b59662c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230905T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230905T143000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230831T165825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T165848Z UID:9075-1693917000-1693924200@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Art & Craft Group - Age Concern DESCRIPTION:Are you over 50 and interested in knitting/sewing? \nIf so why not come along to our art and craft group? You may want to share your skills by helping to make comfort dolls. These are dolls made to help support people with dementia\, alternatively you may wish to bring your own work with you. We are a small friendly group who meet each Tuesday afternoon 12.30pm -2.30pm at The Workspace\, All Saints Road (Satnav WV2 2AW). \n\n\n\nJoin our Art and Craft Group\nCome and join us at our friendly Art and Craft Group (knitting\, sewing etc) giving you the perfect opportunity to share your skills or learn new ones. Along with other activities\, our group makes and gifts comfort dolls to people with dementia\, so you can make a real difference as well as meeting new people. We’d love you to be part of it. \n  URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/art-craft-group/ LOCATION:The Workspace\, All Saints Road\, Wolverhampton\, (WV2 2AW CATEGORIES:Older Peoples' Events,Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Arts-Crafts-Age-Concern.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230907T172000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230907T183000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230831T172937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T025929Z UID:9098-1694107200-1694111400@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Yoga for All DESCRIPTION:Fully inclusive\, safe space\, fun!\n\n\nVIP’s attend this activity for free! To get VIP membership for just £10 a year go to our website https://wolverhamptonlgbt.org/membership-card/\n \nJoin us every Thursday from 5:15 to 6:30pm for Yoga for All\, hosted by Wolverhampton LGBT+\, In person or online! \nThis inclusive and welcoming yoga session offers a space where people of all backgrounds and identities can come together to experience the benefits of yoga in a chilled and relaxed environment. \nWhether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner looking to explore this ancient practice\, our classes are designed to accommodate all levels of experience. \nCome as you are\, and let the calming energy of yoga guide you towards mindfulness\, flexibility\, and inner peace. Take a break from the outside world and connect with your body\, mind\, and fellow participants in this wonderful weekly gathering. We look forward to seeing you there! \nAll equipment provided\, just wear comfy clothes and bring a drink. \n \nWe now have an option for those wishing to attend online! Just choose the “online ticket” when booking and your joining details will be emailed in the confirmation!\n \nOver 18’s only. \n27 School Street\, press the WLGBT+ buzzer. Arrive 5:15pm\, no entry after 5:20pm. Class starts promptly at 5:30pm and ends 6:30pm. \nAny questions about this event or others can be emailed to info@wolverhamptonlgbt.org \nWolverhampton LGBT+ take seriously the safety and comfort of all volunteers and participants. We\, as a charity\, have the right to cancel tickets and deny attendance if it is found that individuals are disruptive to events or upsetting/offending others by way of language or behaviour. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/yoga-for-all-4/ LOCATION:Pride House\, 27 School street\, 27 School St\, Wolverhampton\, West Midlands\, WV1 4LR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/d3bd88738b5f9b140885648cd60079a8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T143000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230815T160614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T161014Z UID:8640-1694251800-1694269800@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Women's Wellbeing Roadshow DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n5 hours\nMobile eTicket\n\n\n\n\nDrop in to Telford & Wrekin Council’s road show dedicated to women and their health and wellbeing! \nYou will be able to access information get advice and give feedback on many different subjects and issues\, from the Health Interventions Team (incl. blood pressure checks) Communities Team\, Energy Advice\, Safer & Stronger Programme\, Skin Care\, Maternity Team\, Women’s Aid\, Police and Enforcement\, Carers Support\, Leisure Services\, Age UK\, St Giles Trust\, Cancer Support Services and others. \nWe will also be offering free light refreshments through the day so pop in\, enjoy some music\, join in a taster session and have a wander around the many stands on show. \n9.30-9.45 – Official opening & welcome to the event \n10.00 – 10.20 Self Defence Taster Class (Join in with this taster session) \n10.20-10.30 Advice stalls only \n10.30 – 10.50 Hadley Line Dancing (taster sessions) \n10.50-11.00 Advice stalls only \n11.00-11.15 Darby Singers \n11.15-11.30 Advice stalls only \n11.30-11.50 Self Defence (Join in with this taster session) \n11.50-12 Advice stalls only \n12-12.15 Darby Singers \n12.15-12.30 Advice stalls only \n12.30-1.10pm Tequila Moon – chilled guitar/vocal acoustic covers duo \n1.10-1.30 Advice stalls only \n1.30-1.50 Chinese Dancers – Culture Kind Chinese Community \n1.50-2.30 Advice stalls only2.30-3pm Close and thank you URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/womens-wellbeing-roadshow/ LOCATION:Meeting Point House Southwater Square Telford TF3 4HS CATEGORIES:Wellbeing,Women's Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Womens-Wellbeing-Roadshow.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230831T174424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T174444Z UID:9120-1694286000-1694289600@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Gong bath\, sound healing and meditation DESCRIPTION:Starting with a relaxing meditation\,lie back and relax to the sounds of the soothing gongs and vibrational bowls.\n\n\nAre you looking for ways to improve your health and wellbeing\, getting rid of those niggling aches and pains? Reduce your stress levels and anxiety\, helping you to sleep better\, elevate your mood and develop a deeper connection to you in more natural and balanced state? 💗 \nEnergy and Sound Therapy is deeply relaxing and profoundly therapeutic for your mind\, body and soul. The vibrational frequencies enter deep within the body and work at a cellular level to restore balance and enhance at greater state of wellbeing. \nwear comfortable clothing\, bring a yoga mat\, pillow and blanket\, cosy socks and whatever you need to feel comfortable. There are mats and blankets available to borrow if you don’t have them. 💗 \n \nNOT SUITABLE FOR THE FIRST TRIMESTER OF PREGNANCY\, AND FOR THOSE WHO HAVE A PACEMAKER. IF YOU WEAR HEARING AIDS\, PLEASE TURN THEM OFF. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/gong-bath-sound-healing-and-meditation/ LOCATION:Bentley Heath community Hall\, Widney Road\, Bentley Heath\, Solihull\, England\, B93 9BQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/21d53f6622611718db0c49cf6c4d2e8c.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230905T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230905T143000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230831T165825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T165848Z UID:9075-1693917000-1693924200@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Art & Craft Group - Age Concern DESCRIPTION:Are you over 50 and interested in knitting/sewing? \nIf so why not come along to our art and craft group? You may want to share your skills by helping to make comfort dolls. These are dolls made to help support people with dementia\, alternatively you may wish to bring your own work with you. We are a small friendly group who meet each Tuesday afternoon 12.30pm -2.30pm at The Workspace\, All Saints Road (Satnav WV2 2AW). \n\n\n\nJoin our Art and Craft Group\nCome and join us at our friendly Art and Craft Group (knitting\, sewing etc) giving you the perfect opportunity to share your skills or learn new ones. Along with other activities\, our group makes and gifts comfort dolls to people with dementia\, so you can make a real difference as well as meeting new people. We’d love you to be part of it. \n  URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/art-craft-group/ LOCATION:The Workspace\, All Saints Road\, Wolverhampton\, (WV2 2AW CATEGORIES:Older Peoples' Events,Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Arts-Crafts-Age-Concern.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230912T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230912T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230809T135029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T160029Z UID:8189-1694545200-1694552400@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:6 Week Meditation Course DESCRIPTION:This 6 week meditation course will offer you a valuable set of tools to work directly with your mind to cultivate awareness and positivity.\n\n\nThis 6 week meditation course will offer you a valuable set of tools to work directly with your mind to cultivate awareness and positive emotional states such as well-wishing and friendliness. The point of Buddhist meditation is to reduce the suffering we experience as a result of what Buddhists call “unskilful” actions – actions based on craving\, anger and ignorance – by training ourselves instead to act “skilfully”: out of awareness\, kindness\, generosity and empathy. \nFor the course we ask for a deposit of £25 at the point when you book to secure your place. We would suggest a total payment of £90 or a concessionary rate of £60 for the whole course for anyone in financial difficulty. However\, we don’t want anyone to feel excluded from taking part if that is too much\, so please feel free to talk to your course leader and to suggest a different amount if you need to. \nPlease contact bookings@shrewsburybuddhistcentre.co.uk for more information URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/6-week-meditation-course/ LOCATION:Shrewsbury Triratna Buddhist Centre\, Queen Street\, Shrewsbury\, England\, SY1 2JU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/aa9d0f607b9e6ab7ec9cf6c79518e045.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230912T191500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230912T211500 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230831T174504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T174607Z UID:9128-1694546100-1694553300@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:TUESDAY EVENINGS: Introduction to Meditation and Buddhism DESCRIPTION:A 6 week course starting on Tuesday 12 September\, covering all the basics of Meditation & Buddhism.\n\n\nJoin this 6 week exploration of Meditation and Buddhism. Each session includes meditation\, input and the chance to explore the ideas with like-minded people. You will have the chance to try some techniques out\, ask any questions\, cover some posture tips and tricks\, and discuss different areas of Buddhism with other participants. \n \nLed by experienced and friendly Buddhist practitioners. \n \nCourse runs for 6 Tuesdays from 12 September until 24 October. On 3 October there will be no class and break for that week as the teaching team are on retreat. Doors open at 7pm\, session runs from 7.15-9.15pm\, with a tea break in the middle for a chance to hang out with other participants in a more informal setting. \n \nNote- There is no charge for this course. All our classes and events are run by donation\, there is no fixed fee. Please watch this video to understand more deeply what that means: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SrwU8VJqPw \nThe suggested donation for this course is £60. The centre relies on generosity of those attending events but please feel free to give what you can. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/tuesday-evenings-introduction-to-meditation-and-buddhism/ LOCATION:Birmingham Buddhist Centre\, 11 Park Road\, Birmingham\, England\, B13 8AB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ec70c88a3f665a117e563e4f550eb047.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230916T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230916T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230719T171238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T171754Z UID:6719-1694862000-1694887200@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Free From Festival (BIRMINGHAM) DESCRIPTION:Free From Festival (BIRMINGHAM) – The UK’s 1st Gluten\, Dairy and Refined Sugar-Free Food Festival\n\n\nWelcome to the Free From Festival (BIRMINGHAM) – The UK’s 1st Gluten\, Dairy and Refined Sugar-Free Food Festival \nCome and join us at the #FreeFromFestival to enjoy a foodie festival experience where you can discover and sample a wide range of delicious products without having to worry about whether you can eat them! 🍰 🌮 😍 \nOur very first Birmingham event is taking place at the The Bond only a short walk from Birmingham New Street and Moor Street train stations and the Town Centre on Saturday\, 16th September\, from 11.00AM until 6.00PM. \nCan’t join us in person? Book a FREE Online LIVE Stream ticket to join us at the event virtually and to shop online. 🛒 \nAll products at our events are gluten and dairy (with refined sugar-free and many other free from options available) and made by UK based Small Artisan producers. 💜 \nIndulge in delicious chocolate\, desserts\, savoury snacks and street food. Gluten-free beer\, organic wine\, and refined sugar-free beverages will also be available for purchase at the venue bar. 🍻 \nJoin the talks and demos by nutritionists & industry professionals to learn some great tips on how to cook healthy\, tasty food without using gluten\, dairy and refined sugar. 👩‍🍳 View event schedule here \nPlease book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment. \nThere will be a limited number of tickets available on the door if capacity allows it. \nTickets include a complimentary soft or alcoholic welcome drink at the door and access to watch all the talks & demos at the Festival. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! 🎉 🤩 \n***Please note: children aged 12 and under do not need a ticket and can enter free of charge. Wheelchair users and people with disabilities can enter with their carer under one ticket entry. Please have your DID card\, Blue Badge or any other documentation confirming your disability ready to show to the staff at the door.*** \nVisit our website for more details: \nwww.freefromfestival.co.uk  \nAt the meantime you can also browse & shop high-quality gluten\, dairy and refined sugar-free products online on our new Free From Marketplace website. \nCan’t join us at the physical event in Birmingham?\nWe’re excited to share that we will be streaming the Birmingham event LIVE online on our Free From Marketplace website. You will be able to shop from our exhibitors online while enjoying the talks & demos from the comfort of your home. If you are interested in joining the event virtually please register for free ‘Online LIVE Stream’ tickets. \nHave a question?\nYou can find a list of FAQs here. If you can’t find the answer to your question please drop us an email to hello@freefromfestival.co.uk \nInterested to exhibit? \nPlease register your interest here. We look forward to receiving your application! \nFollow us on:\n– Facebook.com/FreeFromEvents \n– Twitter: @FreeFromEvents \n– Instagram: FreeFromEvents \n2023 Event Sponsored by:\nDaura Damm – The world’s most award-winning gluten-free beer. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/free-from-festival-birmingham/ LOCATION:The Bond\, 180-182 Fazeley Street\, Birmingham\, England\, B5 5SE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/d91f6743189d8f54e5a251b6f45d77f9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230918T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230918T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220947 CREATED:20230710T000233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T000233Z UID:6427-1695065400-1695069000@www.benawell.com SUMMARY:Mindfulness and Meditation in Wolverhampton DESCRIPTION:An eight-week course exploring how to increase focus and reduce stress through training in Mindful Meditation.\n\n\n7.30pm-8.30pm \nAn eight-week course exploring how to increase focus and reduce stress through training in Mindful Meditation. \nEvery Monday starting on 18th September. Perfect for beginners! \nWeek 1: Mindful Listening \nLearn to listen with relaxed attention and enjoy a practice that naturally brings us into the present moment. This training also helps to improve our relationships with others both at work and home. \nWeek 2: Mindful Body \nWe will learn several Mindful Body pieces of training\, between 5-15 minutes in length helping us to live more in the moment. \nWeek 3: Mindful Breathing \nDiscover a practice that reduces the stress in our mind\, practised by millions of people around the world. \nWeek 4: Mindful Mind \nLearn how to watch the mind quietly and let thoughts pass\, allowing the growth of emotional intelligence and stillness \nWeek 5: Mindful Movement \nExplore how to establish a more dynamic Mindfulness practice\, through the practices of Mindful walking and Mindful standing. \nWeek 6: Mindful Eating \nMindful eating exercises and tips on how we can progress with our training. A tasty session! \nWeek 7: Mindful Sleep \nA good night’s sleep is the key to a healthy body and mind. \nLearn how to fall asleep with a calm mind\, dream peacefully and wake up smiling. \nWeek 8: Mindful Heart \nThe course will conclude with a series of practices that encourage the development of loving-kindness and compassion. \nSecure your seat for the entire course or PAYG. \nPlease note there is also an option to purchase the book to go with the course (£10.99). \nhttps://www.mindspace.org.uk/product/guide-to-the-mindful-way-of-life/ \nIf you wish to read the book prior to the class then please order separately here and we will send it to your home address. \nYour booking includes online resources each week during the course and continuous access at the end of the course. \nA place on the Half-Day Retreat in Birmingham on October 21st \, 2023. URL:https://www.benawell.com/event/mindfulness-and-meditation-in-wolverhampton/ LOCATION:Friends Meeting House\, 930 Bristol Road\, Selly Oak\, England\, B29 6NB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.benawell.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/94996947fdf1a6847c5a04967015681a-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR