
Meditative Morning
Birdsong and wind through the Arboretum’s gardens and trails as staff refrain from leaf blowers and mowers for a peaceful two-hour morning pause. Held first Tuesday monthly from 8 to 10 a.m.; half price parking available.
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Low key morning silence amid gardens and woodland trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused from 8–10 a.m. on the first Tuesday monthly so visitors can savor birdsong and enjoy half price parking.

Low key morning silence amid gardens and woodland trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused from 8–10 a.m. on the first Tuesday monthly so visitors can savor birdsong and enjoy half price parking.
Low key morning silence amid gardens and woodland trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused from 8–10 a.m. on the first Tuesday monthly so visitors can savor birdsong and enjoy half price parking.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.
Gentle guided nature immersion among Blue Ridge pines, using sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and silent pauses to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in an unhurried outdoor setting.

Silent guided sitting alternates with slow walking meditation and brief posture instruction, creating a calm, focused mindfulness practice for all levels and beginners. Free in-person session emphasizing breath awareness and present-moment attention.

Silent guided sitting alternates with slow walking meditation and brief posture instruction, creating a calm, focused mindfulness practice for all levels and beginners. Free in-person session emphasizing breath awareness and present-moment attention.
Silent guided sitting alternates with slow walking meditation and brief posture instruction, creating a calm, focused mindfulness practice for all levels and beginners. Free in-person session emphasizing breath awareness and present-moment attention.

Gentle silent sits and a short guided reflection invite slow, no pressure stillness, followed by optional sharing or restful community time; bring a cushion or mat for an inclusive, beginner friendly meditation circle.

Gentle silent sits and a short guided reflection invite slow, no pressure stillness, followed by optional sharing or restful community time; bring a cushion or mat for an inclusive, beginner friendly meditation circle.
Gentle silent sits and a short guided reflection invite slow, no pressure stillness, followed by optional sharing or restful community time; bring a cushion or mat for an inclusive, beginner friendly meditation circle.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking grounded in ancient Buddhist practice, with two sit periods and a short walking meditation followed by a brief sharing circle; sessions welcome beginners and accept dana donations.

Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking grounded in ancient Buddhist practice, with two sit periods and a short walking meditation followed by a brief sharing circle; sessions welcome beginners and accept dana donations.
Alternating silent sitting and mindful walking grounded in ancient Buddhist practice, with two sit periods and a short walking meditation followed by a brief sharing circle; sessions welcome beginners and accept dana donations.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.
Gentle guided sensory walks through towering pines and mossy understories at the NC Arboretum, focusing on mindful breathing, ambient forest sounds, and nature immersion to reduce stress and deepen awareness.

Daily silent sits at Urban Dharma provide a welcoming, shoe free practice area with cushions and seating options for new and experienced meditators; arrive or leave anytime, dana based donations appreciated.

Daily silent sits at Urban Dharma provide a welcoming, shoe free practice area with cushions and seating options for new and experienced meditators; arrive or leave anytime, dana based donations appreciated.
Daily silent sits at Urban Dharma provide a welcoming, shoe free practice area with cushions and seating options for new and experienced meditators; arrive or leave anytime, dana based donations appreciated.