• Tuesday, August 12

    1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
    $15 donation suggested; no one turned away

    Jerry Millhon and Host Elin Stebbins Waldal

    On a Roll: A Story of Change, Courage, and the Road Still Rising

    Join us for a live conversation with Jerry Millhon—father, life partner, friend, educator, and founder of Thriving Communities—as he reflects on the life-changing impact of a devastating bike accident. Together, they’ll reflect on vulnerability, healing, perseverance, and the daily, courageous work of believing in what’s still possible.

  • Friday, September 5

    1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    $25 suggested donation, no one turned away

    Shodo Harada Roshi and Host Michael Lerner

    The Way of the Buddha

    Join us for a unique and precious experience of the Buddhist truth, the Buddhist way, and the Buddhist community with Shodo Harada Roshi–a long-time friend of the Commonweal community.

  • Sunday, September 21

    2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
    $25 suggested donation, no one turned away

    Christine Tulis

    Opening the Gate of the Heart: An Afternoon of Celtic Harp

    Join us for a special concert of original sacred music to free your imagination and open your heart to the celestial sounds of the Celtic harp. Christine Tulis will share songs inspired by the poetry of Rumi, other mystical saints, and her personal inner experiences. 

  • Wednesday, October 15

    1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
    $25 suggested donation, no one turned away

    Susan Page Tillett

    The Labyrinth Within: A Metaphor for Our Life’s Journey

    In the sacred geometry of the Commonweal Labyrinth—designed and built by alumni of our Commonweal Cancer Help Program—discover how the simple act of placing one foot before the other becomes a meditation on patience, trust, and letting go.

  • Sunday, November 2

    1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
    A Fundraiser for TNS: Suggested Donation $30 and up

    Francis Weller and Host Jaune Evans

    Medicine for the Long Dark: Reading, Conversation, Ritual

    Join us as we explore the medicine we need for the Long Dark, the medicine we bring to the Long Dark, and surprisingly, the medicine we find in the Long Dark. The event will include a reading from Francis, a conversation between Francis and Jaune, and a participatory grief ritual for the community.