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SUMMARY:Beginners' Night
DESCRIPTION:Brief instruction in seated meditation (zazen) and our zendo forms and etiquette\, followed by a single 25-minute round and a discussion period. There is no set cost\, but a donation of your choosing is much appreciated. This event is in person only. All are welcome. Space is limited to 20 participants. Please register via the form below. If you register and later find you are unable to attend\, please do unregister to open up a spot for someone else.
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/beginners-night-27/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261014T200000
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SUMMARY:MBSR 6-week class with Peggy Sheehan
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based course developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn over 40 years ago at UMass Medical School. It is highly effective at helping manage stress\, pain and illness\, as well as finding more joy\, ease and insight into one’s life\, and has been shown to provide myriad physical and psychological benefits. This 6-week series is a secular mindfulness course available for anyone interested in learning widely applicable mindfulness and meditation skills. Registration is limited to 20 participants. \nPeggy Sheehan\, M.D.\, brings many years of experience of teaching MBSR programs at Kaiser Permanente\, along with being a Zen teacher and one of the ZCD’s spiritual directors. Peggy offers a wonderful balance of decades of meditation practice\, clinical experience and gentle humor. \nThe cost of this series is $200 for ZCD members\, and $275 for non-members. The series includes six classes and one retreat day. \nClass 1: Wednesday\, October 14\, 6:00 -8:00 pm \nClass 2: Wednesday\, October 21\, 6:00 -8:00 pm \nClass 3: Wednesday\, October 28\, 6:00 -8:00 pm \nClass 4: Wednesday\, November 4\, 6:00 -8:00 pm \nClass 5: Wednesday\, November 11\, 6:00 -8:00 pm \nRetreat Day\, Saturday\, November 14\, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm \nClass 6: Wednesday\, November 18\, 6:00 -8:00 pm
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/mbsr-6-week-class-with-peggy-sheehan-4/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
CATEGORIES:MBSR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261014T200000
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CREATED:20260810T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193056Z
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SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced\, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath\, to stretch muscles\, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual’s needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of flexibility\, balance and strength. It is ideal for beginners\, older adults\, those recovering from injury or trauma or as a complement to sitting mediation. \nKey Benefits: reduces stress\, calms the nervous system\, improves flexibility\, enhances range of motion\, improves sleep\, builds awareness and sense of agency. \nGentle Yoga classes are held on a drop-in basis on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Join us for one class or come every week. Donations of $10 to Zen Center of Denver are appreciated and may be made with cash\, PayPal or Venmo. Please bring a yoga mat. \nCarol Loiselle has formally engaged in mindfulness studies for more than 30 years. First at Naropa University in Boulder\, CO and then Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge\, MA where she received certification as an Ayurveda Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Health Counselor. She is an active member at Zen Center of Denver and has completed the MBSR program. In 2024 she retired from healthcare as a dual board certified Nurse Practitioner. Carol is an active volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens\, and shares her heart with her Schnauzer named Blue\, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons. \n 
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/gentle-yoga/2026-10-14/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260624T182900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T182912Z
UID:10003552-1792605600-1792612800@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:MBSR Week 2
DESCRIPTION:This is week 2 of the Fall 2026 MBSR-6 week class. Please go here to register for the series.
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/mbsr-week-2-3/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
CATEGORIES:MBSR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260810T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193056Z
UID:10003733-1792609200-1792612800@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced\, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath\, to stretch muscles\, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual’s needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of flexibility\, balance and strength. It is ideal for beginners\, older adults\, those recovering from injury or trauma or as a complement to sitting mediation. \nKey Benefits: reduces stress\, calms the nervous system\, improves flexibility\, enhances range of motion\, improves sleep\, builds awareness and sense of agency. \nGentle Yoga classes are held on a drop-in basis on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Join us for one class or come every week. Donations of $10 to Zen Center of Denver are appreciated and may be made with cash\, PayPal or Venmo. Please bring a yoga mat. \nCarol Loiselle has formally engaged in mindfulness studies for more than 30 years. First at Naropa University in Boulder\, CO and then Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge\, MA where she received certification as an Ayurveda Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Health Counselor. She is an active member at Zen Center of Denver and has completed the MBSR program. In 2024 she retired from healthcare as a dual board certified Nurse Practitioner. Carol is an active volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens\, and shares her heart with her Schnauzer named Blue\, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons. \n 
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/gentle-yoga/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260624T183047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T183047Z
UID:10003553-1793210400-1793217600@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:MBSR Week 3
DESCRIPTION:This is week 3 of the Fall 2026 MBSR-6 week class. Please go here to register for the series.
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/mbsr-week-3-3/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
CATEGORIES:MBSR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193056Z
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SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced\, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath\, to stretch muscles\, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual’s needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of flexibility\, balance and strength. It is ideal for beginners\, older adults\, those recovering from injury or trauma or as a complement to sitting mediation. \nKey Benefits: reduces stress\, calms the nervous system\, improves flexibility\, enhances range of motion\, improves sleep\, builds awareness and sense of agency. \nGentle Yoga classes are held on a drop-in basis on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Join us for one class or come every week. Donations of $10 to Zen Center of Denver are appreciated and may be made with cash\, PayPal or Venmo. Please bring a yoga mat. \nCarol Loiselle has formally engaged in mindfulness studies for more than 30 years. First at Naropa University in Boulder\, CO and then Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge\, MA where she received certification as an Ayurveda Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Health Counselor. She is an active member at Zen Center of Denver and has completed the MBSR program. In 2024 she retired from healthcare as a dual board certified Nurse Practitioner. Carol is an active volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens\, and shares her heart with her Schnauzer named Blue\, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons. \n 
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/gentle-yoga/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260312T154657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T175827Z
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SUMMARY:River Watch Sample & Test
DESCRIPTION:The ZCD River Watch team will collect water samples at Harvard Gulch park then return to ZCD to test the samples. No experience necessary! Anyone is welcome to join us for the day. You will learn proper water-sampling protocols and how to test for pH\, dissolved oxygen\, alkalinity and hardness. \nRiver Watch of Colorado is a statewide volunteer water quality-monitoring program operated in partnership between River Science and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW). River Watch’s volunteer citizen scientists are trained to monitor water quality and other indicators of watershed health and provide high-quality data to educate communities and inform decision-makers about the condition of Colorado’s waters.
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/river-watch-sample-test/2026-11-01/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260624T183211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T183211Z
UID:10003554-1793815200-1793822400@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:MBSR Week 4
DESCRIPTION:This is week 4 of the Fall 2026 MBSR-6 week class. Please go here to register for the series.
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/mbsr-week-4-3/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
CATEGORIES:MBSR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260810T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193056Z
UID:10003735-1793818800-1793822400@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced\, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath\, to stretch muscles\, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual’s needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of flexibility\, balance and strength. It is ideal for beginners\, older adults\, those recovering from injury or trauma or as a complement to sitting mediation. \nKey Benefits: reduces stress\, calms the nervous system\, improves flexibility\, enhances range of motion\, improves sleep\, builds awareness and sense of agency. \nGentle Yoga classes are held on a drop-in basis on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Join us for one class or come every week. Donations of $10 to Zen Center of Denver are appreciated and may be made with cash\, PayPal or Venmo. Please bring a yoga mat. \nCarol Loiselle has formally engaged in mindfulness studies for more than 30 years. First at Naropa University in Boulder\, CO and then Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge\, MA where she received certification as an Ayurveda Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Health Counselor. She is an active member at Zen Center of Denver and has completed the MBSR program. In 2024 she retired from healthcare as a dual board certified Nurse Practitioner. Carol is an active volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens\, and shares her heart with her Schnauzer named Blue\, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons. \n 
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/gentle-yoga/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261105T185000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261105T204000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260824T164149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T164149Z
UID:10003810-1793904600-1793911200@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:Beginners' Night
DESCRIPTION:Brief instruction in seated meditation (zazen) and our zendo forms and etiquette\, followed by a single 25-minute round and a discussion period. There is no set cost\, but a donation of your choosing is much appreciated. This event is in person only. All are welcome. Space is limited to 20 participants. Please register via the form below. If you register and later find you are unable to attend\, please do unregister to open up a spot for someone else.
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/beginners-night-28/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Daily zazen
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260624T183334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T183334Z
UID:10003555-1794420000-1794427200@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:MBSR Week 5
DESCRIPTION:This is week 5 of the Fall 2026 MBSR-6 week class. Please go here to register for the series.
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/mbsr-week-5-3/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
CATEGORIES:MBSR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260810T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193056Z
UID:10003736-1794423600-1794427200@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced\, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath\, to stretch muscles\, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual’s needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of flexibility\, balance and strength. It is ideal for beginners\, older adults\, those recovering from injury or trauma or as a complement to sitting mediation. \nKey Benefits: reduces stress\, calms the nervous system\, improves flexibility\, enhances range of motion\, improves sleep\, builds awareness and sense of agency. \nGentle Yoga classes are held on a drop-in basis on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Join us for one class or come every week. Donations of $10 to Zen Center of Denver are appreciated and may be made with cash\, PayPal or Venmo. Please bring a yoga mat. \nCarol Loiselle has formally engaged in mindfulness studies for more than 30 years. First at Naropa University in Boulder\, CO and then Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge\, MA where she received certification as an Ayurveda Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Health Counselor. She is an active member at Zen Center of Denver and has completed the MBSR program. In 2024 she retired from healthcare as a dual board certified Nurse Practitioner. Carol is an active volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens\, and shares her heart with her Schnauzer named Blue\, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons. \n 
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/gentle-yoga/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260624T183451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T183451Z
UID:10003556-1795024800-1795032000@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:MBSR Week 6
DESCRIPTION:This is week 6 of the Fall 2026 MBSR-6 week class. Please go here to register for the series.
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/mbsr-week-6-3/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
CATEGORIES:MBSR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260810T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193056Z
UID:10003737-1795028400-1795032000@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced\, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath\, to stretch muscles\, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual’s needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of flexibility\, balance and strength. It is ideal for beginners\, older adults\, those recovering from injury or trauma or as a complement to sitting mediation. \nKey Benefits: reduces stress\, calms the nervous system\, improves flexibility\, enhances range of motion\, improves sleep\, builds awareness and sense of agency. \nGentle Yoga classes are held on a drop-in basis on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Join us for one class or come every week. Donations of $10 to Zen Center of Denver are appreciated and may be made with cash\, PayPal or Venmo. Please bring a yoga mat. \nCarol Loiselle has formally engaged in mindfulness studies for more than 30 years. First at Naropa University in Boulder\, CO and then Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge\, MA where she received certification as an Ayurveda Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Health Counselor. She is an active member at Zen Center of Denver and has completed the MBSR program. In 2024 she retired from healthcare as a dual board certified Nurse Practitioner. Carol is an active volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens\, and shares her heart with her Schnauzer named Blue\, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons. \n 
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/gentle-yoga/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260810T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193056Z
UID:10003738-1795633200-1795636800@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced\, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath\, to stretch muscles\, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual’s needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of flexibility\, balance and strength. It is ideal for beginners\, older adults\, those recovering from injury or trauma or as a complement to sitting mediation. \nKey Benefits: reduces stress\, calms the nervous system\, improves flexibility\, enhances range of motion\, improves sleep\, builds awareness and sense of agency. \nGentle Yoga classes are held on a drop-in basis on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Join us for one class or come every week. Donations of $10 to Zen Center of Denver are appreciated and may be made with cash\, PayPal or Venmo. Please bring a yoga mat. \nCarol Loiselle has formally engaged in mindfulness studies for more than 30 years. First at Naropa University in Boulder\, CO and then Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge\, MA where she received certification as an Ayurveda Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Health Counselor. She is an active member at Zen Center of Denver and has completed the MBSR program. In 2024 she retired from healthcare as a dual board certified Nurse Practitioner. Carol is an active volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens\, and shares her heart with her Schnauzer named Blue\, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons. \n 
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/gentle-yoga/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260810T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193056Z
UID:10003739-1796238000-1796241600@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced\, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath\, to stretch muscles\, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual’s needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of flexibility\, balance and strength. It is ideal for beginners\, older adults\, those recovering from injury or trauma or as a complement to sitting mediation. \nKey Benefits: reduces stress\, calms the nervous system\, improves flexibility\, enhances range of motion\, improves sleep\, builds awareness and sense of agency. \nGentle Yoga classes are held on a drop-in basis on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Join us for one class or come every week. Donations of $10 to Zen Center of Denver are appreciated and may be made with cash\, PayPal or Venmo. Please bring a yoga mat. \nCarol Loiselle has formally engaged in mindfulness studies for more than 30 years. First at Naropa University in Boulder\, CO and then Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge\, MA where she received certification as an Ayurveda Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Health Counselor. She is an active member at Zen Center of Denver and has completed the MBSR program. In 2024 she retired from healthcare as a dual board certified Nurse Practitioner. Carol is an active volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens\, and shares her heart with her Schnauzer named Blue\, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons. \n 
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/gentle-yoga/2026-12-02/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260824T180029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T180029Z
UID:10003822-1796378400-1796385600@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:River Watch
DESCRIPTION:The ZCD River Watch team will collect water samples at Harvard Gulch park then return to ZCD to test the samples. No experience necessary! Anyone is welcome to join us for the day. You will learn proper water-sampling protocols and how to test for pH\, dissolved oxygen\, alkalinity and hardness. \nRiver Watch of Colorado is a statewide volunteer water quality-monitoring program operated in partnership between River Science and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW). River Watch’s volunteer citizen scientists are trained to monitor water quality and other indicators of watershed health and provide high-quality data to educate communities and inform decision-makers about the condition of Colorado’s waters.
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/river-watch/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260926T133045
CREATED:20260810T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T193056Z
UID:10003740-1797447600-1797451200@zencenterofdenver.org
SUMMARY:Gentle Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Yoga is a slow-paced\, low-intensity practice that integrates fluid movements with breath\, to stretch muscles\, mobilize joints and calm the mind. Posture cues are invitational and offer incremental options to support each individual’s needs and sense of agency. The practice supports students in all seasons and experiences of life and across all levels of flexibility\, balance and strength. It is ideal for beginners\, older adults\, those recovering from injury or trauma or as a complement to sitting mediation. \nKey Benefits: reduces stress\, calms the nervous system\, improves flexibility\, enhances range of motion\, improves sleep\, builds awareness and sense of agency. \nGentle Yoga classes are held on a drop-in basis on Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:00pm. Members and nonmembers are welcome. Join us for one class or come every week. Donations of $10 to Zen Center of Denver are appreciated and may be made with cash\, PayPal or Venmo. Please bring a yoga mat. \nCarol Loiselle has formally engaged in mindfulness studies for more than 30 years. First at Naropa University in Boulder\, CO and then Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Stockbridge\, MA where she received certification as an Ayurveda Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Health Counselor. She is an active member at Zen Center of Denver and has completed the MBSR program. In 2024 she retired from healthcare as a dual board certified Nurse Practitioner. Carol is an active volunteer at Denver Botanic Gardens\, and shares her heart with her Schnauzer named Blue\, 2 adult children and 2 grandsons. \n 
URL:https://zencenterofdenver.org/event/gentle-yoga/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:Community Room\, 1856 S. Columbine Street\, Denver\, CO\, 80210\, United States
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