BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Down By Riverside - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://downbyriverside.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Down By Riverside REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250727T192844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T193855Z UID:10000430-1776591000-1776596400@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:3rd Sunday Sound Bath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik-3/2026-04-19/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20260312T210346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T142736Z UID:10001391-1773999000-1774004400@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Friday Morning Sound Baths with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?\nA soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\,  sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above deep droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:\nPlease bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. People often bring blankets and pillows as well. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram Flow\nThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/friday-morning-sound-baths-with-hendrik/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/EDIT-silouetted-gong-picture-by-John-Flaherty.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250727T192844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T193855Z UID:10000429-1773567000-1773572400@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:3rd Sunday Sound Bath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik-3/2026-03-15/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250727T192844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T193855Z UID:10000428-1771147800-1771153200@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:3rd Sunday Sound Bath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik-3/2026-02-15/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20260107T191600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T155558Z UID:10000427-1769279400-1769288400@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:GONG & VOICE: Hendrik Gideonse and Jonathan Gramling DESCRIPTION:Down By Riverside presents a special sound bath concert blending traditional meditative music with African American vocal performance. Led by Hendrik Gideonse and Jonathan Gramling\, this concert is designed to elicit a meditative response in a spirit-healing musical ritual. \nIf you would like to lie down\, please bring yoga mats and/or blankets. There is limited space on carpeting and also chairs available. Tickets are limited due to space. \n6:30 PM – 7:00 PM\nDoors open. \nParticipants can get in the space and find a space to lie down or sit. This is a good time to become accustomed to the space and relax before the sound bath. \n\n7:00 PM – 7:15 PM\nOpening and Introduction \nIntroductions\, discussion and breath work before the music starts \n\n7:15 PM – 8:30 PM\nMusic \nMusic starts and continues until 8:30. Most participants with be lying down and listening with their eyes clothed. Some participants will sit and watch. \n\n\n\nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/gong-voice-hendrik-gideonse-and-jonathan-gramling/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Gong-and-Voice-1x1-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250517T164326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T171402Z UID:10000178-1768748400-1768753800@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Soundbath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik-2/2026-01-18/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251221T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250517T164326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T171402Z UID:10000177-1766329200-1766334600@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Soundbath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik-2/2025-12-21/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250517T164326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T171402Z UID:10000176-1763287200-1763292600@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Soundbath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik-2/2025-11-16/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250517T164326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T171402Z UID:10000175-1760886000-1760891400@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Soundbath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik-2/2025-10-19/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250414T203129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T212512Z UID:10000108-1753023600-1753029000@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Soundbath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik/2025-07-20/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250615T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250414T203129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T212512Z UID:10000107-1749999600-1750005000@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Soundbath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik/2025-06-15/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250517T164326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T171402Z UID:10000106-1747562400-1747567800@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Soundbath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik-2/2025-05-18/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250420T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250414T203129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T212512Z UID:10000105-1745161200-1745166600@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Soundbath with Hendrik DESCRIPTION:What’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above droning fundamental tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. \nWhat to Expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. Several people have also brought blankets and pillows. You will get the option to sit in a cushioned chair if desired. \nProgram FlowThere will be an introductory discussion where participants can check in with the group. Lately this has included discussions about stressors\, anxiety and depression. We will do some breathwork to relax a bit before the actual music. The soundbath will last about 60 minutes. After the bath\, we will also have time to discuss the experience\, check in with our community\, and plan how to support each other. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-with-hendrik/2025-04-20/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250207T155034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T155317Z UID:10000012-1739718000-1739725200@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Sound Bath & Meditation DESCRIPTION:Tickets & Donations\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The event is a Pay-What-You-Can event\, which means the tickets are free\, but we ask each person to donate to help pay for the event if they can. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hosted by Hendrik of Down By Riverside and Kathleen Willis of Dawa Entheogenic Services\nThese days many of us are feeling depressed\, anxious\, or isolated. The primary mission of Down By Riverside is to foster feelings of connectedness and community with music. The program will focus on staying present in the moment and creating time and space to relax. Hendrik will focus on the sounds of the sound bath\, while Kathleen Willis will focus on meditation and the spiritual practice of the event. \nWhat’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program.. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above the droning tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. The actual sound bath will last about 40 minutes. \nWhat to expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. You will also get the option to sit in a chair if desired or preferred. \nThere will be an introductory meditation before the sound bath. The actual sound bath will last about 40 minutes.  \nKathleen is a professional Interfaith Chaplain\, Certified Psychedelic -assisted spiritual care provider\, and author with Wisdom Publications. She is authorized to teach and share transmissions from the Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhist tradition by Khempo Migmar of the Sakya Institute for Tibetan Studies. \nShe will co-facilitate the sound bath lead by Hendrik. She will start with a short Tong Lin (giving&receiving) meditation practice. and at the conclusion of the sonic experience lead a short expressive-arts integration she has created combining the Kapala Practice of Lama Tsultrim Allione and prompted writing exercises which will allow participants the opportunity to set intentions before as well as reflect on their experience after the sound bath to add further layers to the somatic healing. \nKathleen Willis is the Founder of the retreat center DAWAFields: the Sanctuary for Artistic\, Spiritual\, & Psychedelic-Integrative Somatic Healing Practices (www.dawafields.com) in Corinth VT. She also has a private practice office at ACM in Medford MA (www.DawaEntheo.com) DAWA Entheogenic Services combining Expressive-arts\, Psychedelic Assisted Integration consultation\, and Somatic Practices. \nHendrik Gideonse is the founder of Down By Riverside\, a non-profit focused on creating community with music\, potlucks and individual connections. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/sound-bath-meditation/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250126T163000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20250109T202330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T184550Z UID:10000006-1737903600-1737909000@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:Soundbath & Meditation DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Hendrik of Down By Riverside and Kathleen Willis of Dawa Entheogenic Services\nThese days many of us are feeling depressed\, anxious\, or isolated. The primary mission of Down By Riverside is to foster feelings of connectedness and community with music. The program will focus on staying present in the moment and creating time and space to relax. Hendrik will focus on the sounds of the sound bath\, while Kathleen Willis will focus on meditation and the spiritual practice of the event. \nWhat’s a Soundbath?A soundbath is a performance of sound or music which is intended to relax\, to spiritually heal\, and to create a meditative state. Hendrik will play gong and singing bowls for this program.. Often the sounds are long\, deep sustained tones and harmonic resonances that happen higher above the droning tones. The sound serves as a focal point for meditation. Instead of trying to focus on nothing or on the breath\, the participant concentrates on the sound as it changes and develops. The actual sound bath will last about 30-35 minutes. \nWhat to expect:Please bring a yoga mat or meditation cushion with you. You will also get the option to sit in a chair if desired or preferred. \nThere will be an introductory meditation before the sound bath. The actual sound bath will last about 30-35 minutes. An expressive arts integration will follow the sound bath. \nKathleen is a professional Interfaith Chaplain\, Certified Psychedelic -assisted spiritual care provider\, and author with Wisdom Publications. She is authorized to teach and share transmissions from the Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhist tradition by Khempo Migmar of the Sakya Institute for Tibetan Studies. \nShe will co-facilitate the sound bath lead by Hendrik. She will start with a short Tong Lin (giving&receiving) meditation practice and at the conclusion of the sonic experience lead a short expressive-arts integration she has created combining the Kapala Practice of Lama Tsultrim Allione and prompted writing exercises which will allow participants the opportunity to set intentions before as well as reflect on their experience after the sound bath to add further layers to the somatic healing. \nKathleen Willis is the Founder of the retreat center DAWAFields: the Sanctuary for Artistic\, Spiritual\, & Psychedelic-Integrative Somatic Healing Practices (www.dawafields.com) in Corinth VT. She also has a private practice office at ACM in Medford MA (www.DawaEntheo.com) DAWA Entheogenic Services combining Expressive-arts\, Psychedelic Assisted Integration consultation\, and Somatic Practices. \nHendrik Gideonse is the founder of Down By Riverside\, a non-profit focused on creating community with music\, potlucks and individual connections. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets & Donations\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/soundbath-meditation/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Music,Sound Bath ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downbyriverside.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/bowl-and-gong-at-85.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241221T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T140432 CREATED:20241216T225046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T210838Z UID:10000003-1734802200-1734814800@downbyriverside.org SUMMARY:The Longest Night: a Potluck Solstice with Music DESCRIPTION:The Longest Night: Potluck Solstice with Music\nwith Hosts Brad Faucher & Hendrik GideonseDec 21\, 2024 Doors 5:30 Show 6-9 PMDown By Riverside @Arts Collaborative Medford162 Mystic Avene\, Medford\, 02155 \n\nThis Saturday night (December 21\, 2024) is the Winter Solstice and I am hosting a potluck event for Down By Riverside\, Inc. with Brad Faucher that night\, to celebrate the longest night\, which is when the days start getting longer again. We’re at Arts Collaborative Medford where there’s quite a bit of free parking. \n\n \n\nThe “Longest Night” seems very symbolic for what we have coming up in the next four years. \n\n\nDoors are at 5:30 and at 6:00ish I will start the evening by leading a meditation while playing my 32″ unlathed gong. This is a very special instrument that is quite an experience. The idea is to concentrate on the sound. Most people find it very relaxing and enjoyable. \n\n\nBrad Faucher will join me and we’ll improvise together and then play through a bunch of old classic blues and soul music. Then we’ll invite musicians to join us\, so bring your axe if you would like to join. \n\n\nWe will have non-alcoholic drinks for sale. This is a potluck event and we’re asking for people to pay what they can to defray costs. If you’re broke\, please come anyway. \n\nHendrik Gideonse\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n [givebutter-widget id="L4yNbg"]\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare this:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n Bluesky\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email URL:https://downbyriverside.org/event/the-longest-night/ LOCATION:Venue: Arts Collaborative Medford\, 162 Mystic Avenue\, Medford\, MA\, 02155\, United States CATEGORIES:Blues,Live Music,Potluck,Soul,Sound Bath ORGANIZER;CN="Down By Riverside%2C Inc":MAILTO:info@downbyriverside.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR