Hopewell Theater has launched “The Art of Living Well” series featuring inspiring films, speakers and interactive discussions exploring ways of cultivating serenity, meaning and a deeper connection to one’s self and the world.
“This series will give audiences a chance to delve deep into discovering what it means to fully embrace life and cultivate a sense of serenity from a variety of perspectives,” Hopewell Theater executive director Sara Scully said. “From mindfulness to engaged citizenship to medicine, the series explores many avenues for awakening to the best in the human spirit.”The series kicks off with the film Walk With Me preceded by a guided mediation led by Abigail Boehm of Yoga Birthright on Friday, April 20 and Sunday, April 22. In addition, a discussion will follow the 5:45 p.m. screening on April 22.Walk With Me celebrates the life and work of beloved activist Zen monk, Thich Nhat Hanh. It is an insightful rumination on the pursuit of happiness, living in the present and our attachment to material things — a welcome remedy to the stresses of city life and a world in turmoil.Based in Lambertville, Abigail Boehm has accumulated knowledge and wisdom from her broad, long practice of yoga. Her trainings present the intuitive healing traditions of Eastern cultures and midwifery across cultures and time with the insights of Western empirical knowledge.Future programs in the Art of Living Well Series are as follows. Post-film speakers for select titles are to be announced:
Thursday, May 10 — In Pursuit of SilenceThursday, May 24 — The Doctor From IndiaThursday, June 7 — Lives Well LivedWednesday, June 27 — Change Your Questions, Change Your Life, Dr. Marilee Adams speaks on thoughtful citizenship. This event will also celebrate Judy Detrano, organizer of Wednesdays for Women at Hamilton’s Grill Room, a weekly program highlighting the work of women entrepreneurs, artists and activists.Thursday, July 5 — NoviateThursday, July 19 — The Last Dalai LamaThursday, August 2 — Ram Daas: Fierce GraceThursday, August 16 — The Yogis of Tibet
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Guided mediation led by Abigail Boehm along with the film “Walk With Me”, kicks off Hopewell Theater’s “Living Well” series on April 20.,
