Caloosahatchee Mindfulness
As the weather warms, we begin to turn our thoughts towards summer. Since many of us take to the road during the summer months, we will be offering single-session workshops rather than a course that stretches over several weeks. We are entitling our summer offerings: The Art of Mindfulness. We will be offering a variety of workshops under this theme. We hope that you will find one or many that pique your interest. We will list the names and dates of the workshops below with more details available on our website.

Much Metta,
Maggie
Upcoming Events
5. 13 - Walking Meditation Group - JY Linear Park, 9 - 9:30 am
5.20 - Spiritual Friends: An Introduction - Six Mile Cypress Slough
6.10 - Walking Meditation Group - Six Mile Cypress Slough - 9-9:30 am
6.15 - Mindful Meditation: The Art of Presence - Yoga Bird Studio  - 10 am -12 pm
7.11 - Mindful Movement & Meditation - Lotus Blossom Clinic - 6:15-7:30 pm
7.22 - The Art of Mindful Movement Heart Space Yoga Collective - 1-4 pm
Mindfulness Practice Opportunities
Walking Meditation Group

Walking in nature is a way to bring awareness to the present moment and all the beauty that surrounds you, and can be a form of walking meditation. Thich Nhat Hanh says that the practice of mindful walking is a profound and pleasurable way to deepen our connection with our body and the earth.

In June, we will walk in the beautiful Six Mile Cypress Slough in Fort Myers. We will meet in front of the Interpretive Center. This walk will be led by yoga teacher and Board member, Valarie Olsen. There's always a lovely breeze at the park.

This is a free offering through Caloosahatchee Mindfulness.
Guests are welcome.

This is our last walk until cooler temperatures return in the fall.
Dream Work

“All dreams come in the service of health and wholeness,” said Jeremy Taylor, UU minister and author of several books on dreaming, including “The Wisdom of Your Dreams, Using Dreams to Tap into Your Unconscious and Transform Your Life.”  Debra Leigh, a certified dream work facilitator (Marin Institute for Projective Dream Work) will lead a six-week session of dream work on Saturdays beginning April 15 to May 20th. 10:45 am-12:15 pm in classroom 2 on the UUCFM campus, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft. Myers, FL 33912. 

A $20.00 fee for non-members and a $15.00 fee for members covers materials and donations to UUCFM and Caloosahatchee Mindfulness. A limited number of scholarships are available by contacting the facilitator Debra Leigh: (831) 818-1418 or dreamrookery7@gmail.com. 
Introduction to Spiritual Friends
at Six Mile Cypress Slough,
May 20, 10 am - 1 pm

Participants will take part in mindfulness activities. A discussion will be held to determine people's interest in establishing spiritual friends group (s). 

Spiritual Friends groups commit to meeting regularly with peer-led small groups of people who share an interest in meditation and the Buddhist path—an opportunity to develop deep roots in the practice, together.
Maggie Stevens and Ken Laszczych are the facilitators for this FREE event.

A Parking Fee is required at Six Mile Cypress of $1 an hour or $5 for the day.
Caloosahatchee Rising Tide Sangha's
Midweek Mindfulness
Sangha is the Pali word for community.

You are invited to join us tonight, Wednesday, March 8th for Sangha as we meet on Zoom for meditation and deep sharing. Beginning on March 15, we will gather in person for 8 weeks at Lotus Blossom Clinic. This is a great opportunity to check in with yourself and the sangha during the week. So come relax and calm the mind and body, and practice meditation and deep listening together with us. 

Did you know that Caloosahatchee Rising Tide Sangha is listed in Thich Nhat Hanh's Plum Village Global Sangha Directory?
Join us and see how sangha can support your practice.

You can register on our website, www.caloosahatcheemindfulness.org, and the Zoom link will be sent to you. For more information, you can also email us at caloosahatcheemindfulness16@gmail.com
Mindfulness Book Club

Our small group studies and shares books on mindfulness practices to create a happier and healthier life. For information on joining the group by Zoom and the next book to be discussed, call or text (941) 888-0116 or email caloosahatcheemindfulness16@gmail.com

Our first book for 2023 is: Our first 5 Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living by Frank Ostaseski.
Discussion is focused on understanding how the author’s words and concepts
are relevant to our daily lives.

The book club is free to all Caloosahatchee Mindfulness members or participants can join for the pre-pandemic fee of $20 a month ($5 a week).

For more information about membership see the membership information below.
Friday Time Out

Every Friday morning and evening at 10:00 am and 5 pm, meditation sessions include a 20-minute meditation with initial guidance and then silent sitting. After the meditation, there is a group discussion, a 5-minute silent reflection, and then a thought for the week and check out. These meditations are offered at no cost and no experience is necessary.

For information on joining the group by Zoom, call or text (941) 888-0116,
or email caloosahatcheemindfulness16@gmail.com. You can also register on our website and receive the link directly. www.caloosahatcheemindfulness.org
With Gratitude to our Community Partners
We are so grateful to our Community Partners for their support of mindfulness!
Lotus Blossom Clinic


The Collaboratory
Valarie Olsen Counseling & Wellness


Metta Mindfulness
"Ding" Darling Wildlife Society
Supporting Mindfulness
Become a Caloosahatchee Mindfulness Member!
We invite you to join us in our practice of mindfulness. We welcome you to check out our new and improved website at

You can join us directly from the website,
or contact us via email at CaloosahatcheeMindfulness16@gmail.com and we will be happy to mail you a membership brochure.

We look forward to practicing with you. 🙏🏼
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