We invite you to a discussion of the Award-winning film, Emilia Perez. Together we unpack this complicated, beautifully crafted story about violence, family, love, gender, equity, diversity, and community. Our mission is to create a safer space to feel open to more honest discussions, witnessing and less judging, a possibility of acceptance, and adopting acts of kindness.

Join us for a candid conversation.

4 Corners Yoga Wellness

Lauren and Doreen are planting seeds of hope, health + wellness + healing from 1:30-2:30pm at UMB Black Lives Matter Day!

Join us for a candid conversation.

Be ready for cold and flu season by taking steps to rev up your immune system. Codman medical providers will share information and discuss nutrition, sleep, movement, vaccination, and other tips and tricks to keep yourself healthy this winter. bit.ly/CodmanSqHC107 flu vaccines will be available for attendees on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Or scan the QR code CODMAN SQUARE HEALTH CENTER, 637 WASHINGTON ST., DORCHESTER, MA 02124 | (617) 822-8271 | CODMAN.ORG REGISTER HERE

Winter Wellness: Stay Healthy This Cold and Flu Season

AGENDA

6 pm – 6:10: Welcome from Union Capital Boston. Shavonne Herrington explains to everyone how the evening will go.

6:10 – 6:20: Dr. Crichlow talks about the importance of staying healthy, and how it is not just one thing, but many things – many that we will address this evening. She will also

break the attendees into four groups by having people count off from 1 to 4. Each group

will have between 12-15 people in it. During the groups, we will have Nursing present to offer flu vaccines.

6:20 pm – 6:40 pm

• Group 1 hears from Dr. Crichlow about the importance of flu vaccines and

immunizations in general

• Group 2 hears from Shania about sleep and stress management

• Group 3 hears about Nutrition from Kathy or Sheri

• Group 4 hears about how yoga can help boost your immune system and they’ll

be led through some seated yoga poses

6:40 – 7:00 pm

• Group 1 hears from Shania about sleep and stress management

• Group 2 hears about Nutrition from Kathy or Sheri

• Group 3 hears about how yoga can help boost your immune system and they’ll

be led through some seated yoga poses

• Group 4 hears from Dr. Crichlow about the importance of flu vaccines and

immunizations in general

7:00 – 7: 20 pm

• Group 1 hears about Nutrition from Kathy or Sheri

• Group 2 hears about how yoga can help boost your immune system and they’ll

be led through some seated yoga poses

• Group 3 hears from Dr. Crichlow about the importance of flu vaccines and

immunizations in general

• Group 4 hears from Shania about sleep and stress management

7:20 – 7:40 pm

• Group 1 hears about how yoga can help boost your immune system and they’ll

be led through some seated yoga poses

• Group 2 hears from Dr. Crichlow about the importance of flu vaccines and

immunizations in general

• Group 3 hears from Shania about sleep and stress management

• Group 4 hears about Nutrition from Kathy or Sheri

Join us for a candid conversation.

4 Corners Yoga Wellness is available to host, Rest Is Resistance, a wellness workshop based on the book, Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto, by Trisha Hersey.

We want to thank our teacher Ayla Gavins for submitting a grant and to Grove Hall Trust for accepting to sponsor the event at the Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse. We create safe spaces where everyBODY is welcome to rest, stretch, restore, grow and heal.

Members  $30 Non-Members $45
Become a Monthly Member!

REGISTER HERE + PAY BELOW

The three-hour in-person workshop is supported by a Grove Hall Trust. 4 Corners Yoga is a recipent of a community grant which supports GHT mission to enhance the quality of life in the Grove Hall neighborhood of Boston.

The Rest Is Resistance Workshop is facilitated is Lisa Leung-Tat, 500RYT. A three-hour workshop meant to bring us together in community using Tricia Hersey's book "Rest is Resistance" as a framework for understanding activism in the form of rest!

Join 4 Corners Yoga Wellness at Franklin Park Golf Course Club House for this love practice as you work towards deprogramming from a violent system and instead forge a path toward reclaiming the divinity of your humanness. 

We'll play, practice, read and rest! This is an opportunity to tap into your inner child, resist the urge to be on your phone and be fully engaged without worrying about time.

Join us for a candid conversation.

Join us for a candid conversation.

What does democracy have to do with social justice? Everything. Join us as we grapple with where we are and what we do in this moment. We breathe, and are mindful that are wellbeing is what’s at stake.

A Documentary Unveiling the Unseen Faces of the January 6th Insurrection

Released in 2024, 'The Sixth' is a gripping documentary that delves into the heart of the January 6th insurrection, offering a fresh perspective on the events that unfolded at the US Capitol and takes an intimate approach, centering on the stories of ordinary individuals who participated in the riot.

The film meticulously weaves together archival footage, interviews with those who were present, and social media posts, painting a chilling portrait of how everyday Americans could be so readily swayed by misinformation and radicalized to storm the Capitol. Unlike past narratives that portrayed rioters as monolithic and driven by a singular ideology, 'The Sixth' reveals a diverse group with various motivations, from a genuine belief in conspiracy theories to a desire for social connection and belonging.

The documentary shines a light on the role of online platforms in spreading misinformation and fostering radicalization. It explores how algorithms and echo chambers amplified extremist narratives, creating a virtual space where individuals could isolate themselves from dissenting voices and become susceptible to dangerous propaganda.

'The Sixth' also delves into the psychological factors that contributed to the insurrection. It explores the impact of economic hardship, social alienation, and political disillusionment on individuals who felt their voices were ignored and their power diminished. The film argues that the riot was not simply a one-off event, but a symptom of a deeper societal malaise.

Through its focus on individual stories, 'The Sixth' avoids simplistic narratives of good vs. evil, instead offering a nuanced and empathetic examination of the human cost of political extremism. It leaves viewers with an unsettling feeling of recognition, reminding them that the threat of political violence is not solely confined to the fringes of society.

Celebrate in community with teachers, students, members friends and family. We could not have done it without you. Health Wellness + Healing is for all of us!

Celebrate in community with teachers, students, members friends and family. We could not have done it without you. Health Wellness + Healing is for all of us!

Celebrate in community with teachers, students, members friends and family. We could not have done it without you. Health Wellness + Healing is for all of us!

“Aging well is for us……” Ayla Gavins, 4CYW Teacher

Join us for a candid conversation. Three books for our next read.

There There by Tommy Orange 

The Other Slavery Andre Resendez

Unequal A Story of America Michael Eric Dyson & March Favreau

Maybe do some research (nothing too deep) and come prepared at the next meeting to discuss, based on each person's version of what they understand the book to be, why we should choose one over the other. 

Then we'll vote

Join 4CYW for a morning of wellness and community on Saturday September 23 at Family Park 217 Norwell Street from 11:30-2:30PM. Reserve your spot by emailing wowcoalitiondorchester@gmail.com

Complimentary Food + Beverages

Yoga with Lisa Leung-Tat

Chair Massage with Imani Massage

Sound Bath with Rosie Docanto