
The Friday Drum Circle
Hand-drummed communal rhythms fill Pritchard Park on Friday evenings, inviting drop-in participation for all skill levels in an informal outdoor percussion circle that emphasizes rhythm, social connection, and communal music-making.
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Communal drum circle in a downtown park, with hand drums, shakers, and improvised grooves under the evening sky; open to all ages and skill levels for spontaneous rhythm, social connection, and outdoor music-making.

Communal drum circle in a downtown park, with hand drums, shakers, and improvised grooves under the evening sky; open to all ages and skill levels for spontaneous rhythm, social connection, and outdoor music-making.
Communal drum circle in a downtown park, with hand drums, shakers, and improvised grooves under the evening sky; open to all ages and skill levels for spontaneous rhythm, social connection, and outdoor music-making.
Communal, participatory drum circle at Pritchard Park with hand drums and percussion rhythms under the evening sky; community members and visitors gather for open, improvisational grooves and rhythmic socializing in a public park.
Communal, participatory drum circle at Pritchard Park with hand drums and percussion rhythms under the evening sky; community members and visitors gather for open, improvisational grooves and rhythmic socializing in a public park.
Communal, participatory drum circle at Pritchard Park with hand drums and percussion rhythms under the evening sky; community members and visitors gather for open, improvisational grooves and rhythmic socializing in a public park.
Twilight drum pulses and improvised percussion create a trance-like, participatory drum circle where locals and visitors dance, play hand drums, and experience communal synchronicity every Friday night in an open public park.
Twilight drum pulses and improvised percussion create a trance-like, participatory drum circle where locals and visitors dance, play hand drums, and experience communal synchronicity every Friday night in an open public park.
Twilight drum pulses and improvised percussion create a trance-like, participatory drum circle where locals and visitors dance, play hand drums, and experience communal synchronicity every Friday night in an open public park.

Heart-centered kirtan—devotional call-and-response chanting—accompanied by harmonium, drums, and guitar, creates an uplifting, meditative song circle. Open, inclusive communal vibe welcomes singers and listeners of all experience levels.

Heart-centered kirtan—devotional call-and-response chanting—accompanied by harmonium, drums, and guitar, creates an uplifting, meditative song circle. Open, inclusive communal vibe welcomes singers and listeners of all experience levels.
Heart-centered kirtan—devotional call-and-response chanting—accompanied by harmonium, drums, and guitar, creates an uplifting, meditative song circle. Open, inclusive communal vibe welcomes singers and listeners of all experience levels.

Heart centered kirtan featuring communal call-and-response devotional chants, welcoming singers of all experience levels to gather in The Well's cozy circle for shared connection and spiritual uplift.

Heart centered kirtan featuring communal call-and-response devotional chants, welcoming singers of all experience levels to gather in The Well's cozy circle for shared connection and spiritual uplift.
Heart centered kirtan featuring communal call-and-response devotional chants, welcoming singers of all experience levels to gather in The Well's cozy circle for shared connection and spiritual uplift.

Weekly Monday contra with a 7 p.m. beginner lesson and caller led dancing to a live band at 7:30 p.m., creating an upbeat, social atmosphere where newcomers and seasoned dancers mingle.

Weekly Monday contra with a 7 p.m. beginner lesson and caller led dancing to a live band at 7:30 p.m., creating an upbeat, social atmosphere where newcomers and seasoned dancers mingle.
Weekly Monday contra with a 7 p.m. beginner lesson and caller led dancing to a live band at 7:30 p.m., creating an upbeat, social atmosphere where newcomers and seasoned dancers mingle.
Heart-centered kirtan and song circle of devotional mantra chant in call-and-response format, inviting communal singing to quiet the mind, uplift the spirit, and foster unity in a warm community gathering space.
Heart-centered kirtan and song circle of devotional mantra chant in call-and-response format, inviting communal singing to quiet the mind, uplift the spirit, and foster unity in a warm community gathering space.
Heart-centered kirtan and song circle of devotional mantra chant in call-and-response format, inviting communal singing to quiet the mind, uplift the spirit, and foster unity in a warm community gathering space.

Communal Sunday evening music jams in a lively brewery taproom led by rotating special guests, welcoming acoustic and electric players of all skill levels for loose, drop-in song rounds and audience-friendly singalongs.

Communal Sunday evening music jams in a lively brewery taproom led by rotating special guests, welcoming acoustic and electric players of all skill levels for loose, drop-in song rounds and audience-friendly singalongs.
Communal Sunday evening music jams in a lively brewery taproom led by rotating special guests, welcoming acoustic and electric players of all skill levels for loose, drop-in song rounds and audience-friendly singalongs.

Tight house band groove opens into a loose, improvisational open jam where local players trade solos and backbeats; relaxed barroom energy invites drop-in musicians and curious listeners of all skill levels.

Tight house band groove opens into a loose, improvisational open jam where local players trade solos and backbeats; relaxed barroom energy invites drop-in musicians and curious listeners of all skill levels.
Tight house band groove opens into a loose, improvisational open jam where local players trade solos and backbeats; relaxed barroom energy invites drop-in musicians and curious listeners of all skill levels.

Low-lit pub circle of old-time mountain and folk music with fiddles, banjo, and guitar; pickers and singers trade tunes in a casual, drop-in jam, welcoming listeners and players alike.

Low-lit pub circle of old-time mountain and folk music with fiddles, banjo, and guitar; pickers and singers trade tunes in a casual, drop-in jam, welcoming listeners and players alike.
Low-lit pub circle of old-time mountain and folk music with fiddles, banjo, and guitar; pickers and singers trade tunes in a casual, drop-in jam, welcoming listeners and players alike.

Low-lit taproom circle of acoustic guitars, fiddles, harmonies, and shared lyrics over pints of beer, where singers and pickers swap Americana standards and originals in a monthly participatory song circle.

Low-lit taproom circle of acoustic guitars, fiddles, harmonies, and shared lyrics over pints of beer, where singers and pickers swap Americana standards and originals in a monthly participatory song circle.
Low-lit taproom circle of acoustic guitars, fiddles, harmonies, and shared lyrics over pints of beer, where singers and pickers swap Americana standards and originals in a monthly participatory song circle.

Accessible mixed cardio and conditioning session combining bodyweight strengthening, guided stretching, and low-impact aerobics for all fitness levels. Weekly drop-in classes held Friday afternoons at the community center.

Accessible mixed cardio and conditioning session combining bodyweight strengthening, guided stretching, and low-impact aerobics for all fitness levels. Weekly drop-in classes held Friday afternoons at the community center.
Accessible mixed cardio and conditioning session combining bodyweight strengthening, guided stretching, and low-impact aerobics for all fitness levels. Weekly drop-in classes held Friday afternoons at the community center.

Intimate taproom open mic with signups at 6:30 PM and performances starting at 7:30 PM, featuring acoustic sets, spoken word, and small band slots in a welcoming community vibe.

Intimate taproom open mic with signups at 6:30 PM and performances starting at 7:30 PM, featuring acoustic sets, spoken word, and small band slots in a welcoming community vibe.
Intimate taproom open mic with signups at 6:30 PM and performances starting at 7:30 PM, featuring acoustic sets, spoken word, and small band slots in a welcoming community vibe.

Participatory circle of fiddles, banjo, and acoustic guitar playing traditional Appalachian old-time tunes in a cozy brewery taproom; players of all levels welcome and listeners enjoy relaxed, communal folk music.

Participatory circle of fiddles, banjo, and acoustic guitar playing traditional Appalachian old-time tunes in a cozy brewery taproom; players of all levels welcome and listeners enjoy relaxed, communal folk music.
Participatory circle of fiddles, banjo, and acoustic guitar playing traditional Appalachian old-time tunes in a cozy brewery taproom; players of all levels welcome and listeners enjoy relaxed, communal folk music.

Communal Sunday night jazz jam centered on improvisational standards and spontaneous solos; musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring instruments and trade choruses in a relaxed bar setting for listeners.

Communal Sunday night jazz jam centered on improvisational standards and spontaneous solos; musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring instruments and trade choruses in a relaxed bar setting for listeners.
Communal Sunday night jazz jam centered on improvisational standards and spontaneous solos; musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring instruments and trade choruses in a relaxed bar setting for listeners.

Trauma-informed, judgment-free virtual listening circle for communal healing and reflective connection; facilitated sharing helps participants reset, process emotions, and build supportive bonds through attentive listening and guided prompts.

Trauma-informed, judgment-free virtual listening circle for communal healing and reflective connection; facilitated sharing helps participants reset, process emotions, and build supportive bonds through attentive listening and guided prompts.
Trauma-informed, judgment-free virtual listening circle for communal healing and reflective connection; facilitated sharing helps participants reset, process emotions, and build supportive bonds through attentive listening and guided prompts.

High energy electric jam beginning around 5pm where local players plug in to trade solos and build improvisational blues rock grooves; walk up musicians of all skill levels are welcome to sit in and collaborate.

High energy electric jam beginning around 5pm where local players plug in to trade solos and build improvisational blues rock grooves; walk up musicians of all skill levels are welcome to sit in and collaborate.
High energy electric jam beginning around 5pm where local players plug in to trade solos and build improvisational blues rock grooves; walk up musicians of all skill levels are welcome to sit in and collaborate.

Gentle silent sits and a short guided reflection invite slow, no pressure stillness, followed by optional sharing or restful community time; bring a cushion or mat for an inclusive, beginner friendly meditation circle.

Gentle silent sits and a short guided reflection invite slow, no pressure stillness, followed by optional sharing or restful community time; bring a cushion or mat for an inclusive, beginner friendly meditation circle.
Gentle silent sits and a short guided reflection invite slow, no pressure stillness, followed by optional sharing or restful community time; bring a cushion or mat for an inclusive, beginner friendly meditation circle.

Warm, playful expressive arts sessions blending movement, dance, vocal play, and improvisational acting into a heart opening spiritual practice. All levels experiment, sing, move, and connect in a judgment free community circle.

Warm, playful expressive arts sessions blending movement, dance, vocal play, and improvisational acting into a heart opening spiritual practice. All levels experiment, sing, move, and connect in a judgment free community circle.
Warm, playful expressive arts sessions blending movement, dance, vocal play, and improvisational acting into a heart opening spiritual practice. All levels experiment, sing, move, and connect in a judgment free community circle.

Guided silent sitting interspersed with slow walking meditation, focusing on breath and body awareness in a calm community space; all levels welcome, no experience necessary, free drop in (in person only).

Guided silent sitting interspersed with slow walking meditation, focusing on breath and body awareness in a calm community space; all levels welcome, no experience necessary, free drop in (in person only).
Guided silent sitting interspersed with slow walking meditation, focusing on breath and body awareness in a calm community space; all levels welcome, no experience necessary, free drop in (in person only).