So many of us experience a profound sense of wellbeing when visiting a garden. In fact, connecting visitors to nature in this and many other ways is central to Wave Hill’s mission as a public garden and cultural center. This fall, Wave Hill is offering free yoga and meditation programs so you can breathe deep—welcome the new season with 108 sun salutations on September 15, and clear your mind of Black Friday shopping frenzy on November 23.
Both programs are free with admission to the grounds.
What:
Free fall wellness programs at Wave Hill
Where:
West 249th Street and Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471
When:
Sat, Sept 15, 10AM-Noon—Autumnal Equinox Sun Salutation
Fri, Nov 23, 11AM-Noon—Black Friday Meditation
Details:
Autumnal Equinox Sun Salutation, Sat, Sept 15, 10AM-12PM
Celebrate the beautiful sun that sustains us and guides our seasons, with Sara Hart from iHart Lens. This energizing, outdoor class consists of 108 salutes—a sacred number and symbolic tradition. Bring your own yoga mat and water bottle and please be on time. Meets indoors in case of rain.
Black Friday Meditation, Fri, Nov 23, 11AM-12PM
Avoid “Black Friday” busyness! Join us for a community meditation focused on gratitude and clearing your mind of holiday clutter. Get inspired by the outdoors and the peace and tranquility that nature evokes, and learn how to work loving kindness into each day. Led by Neem Dewji of Yoga for Bliss. Please bring a meditation cushion and be on time; latecomers will not be admitted.
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A 28-acre public garden and cultural center overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades, Wave Hill’s mission is to celebrate the artistry and legacy of its gardens and landscapes, to preserve its magnificent views, and to explore human connections to the natural world through programs in horticulture, education and the arts.
HOURS: Open all year, Tuesday–Sunday and many major holidays: 9AM–5:30PM; Nov 1–Mar 14, closes 4:30PM.
ADMISSION TO THE GROUNDS: $8 adults, $4 students and senior 65+, $2 children 6-18. Free Tuesdays and Saturdays until noon. Free to members, children under 6.
DIRECTIONS: Getting here is easy! Located only 30 minutes from midtown Manhattan, Wave Hill’s free shuttle van transports you to and from our front gate and Metro-North’s Riverdale station, the W. 242 Street stop on the #1 subway line, and to and from our free offsite parking lot. Limited onsite parking is available for $8 per vehicle. Complete directions and shuttle van schedule atwavehill.org.