Chris Connolly, RN, BSN, owner of "Living My Dream Yoga," will lead a 6-week series of outdoor meditation class. Classes will take place from 3pm to 4pm over six consecutive Fridays -- September 10, September 17, September 24, October 1, October 8, and October 15 -- on the library's back lawn. This class is designed for both those who are new to meditation and regular practitioners. Participants will practice a different type of meditation at each class -- (1) Metta (loving kindness) Meditation, (2) Sound Meditation; (3) Walking Meditation; (4) Autogenic Relaxation Meditation; (5) iRest Yoga Nidra; and (6) Mudra (hand gestures) Meditation. Classes will begin with 15-20 minutes of centering and breathing practice, leading into some gentle stretching/yoga to prepare the body and mind for meditation. After the meditation, there will an integration process to allow participants to return to their daily life. Connolly, a retired 43-year registered nurse, is a certified 500-hour Kripalu Yoga Teacher, Level 1 iRest Yoga Nidra Teacher, and Reiki II Practitioner. Learn more about Connolly HERE.

If you'd like to register, please do so on the September 10 calendar listing HERE. Registrants are expected to commit to the remainder of the classes in the series. While chairs will be available, registrants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, beach towel, blanket or cushion to sit/lay on. Sponsored by the Tewksbury Police Department and The Front-Line Initiative, as part of its "wellness" initiative during National Substance Abuse Prevention Month.