7 events found.
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Morning Hatha Yoga
Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center 120 Boyson Rd, Hiawatha
Free Will Donation
Week of Events
Becoming the Elder Tree: Purpose in Second Half of Life Retreat
Learn to be like elder trees in the forest that nurture, support and pass wisdom to others for the wellbeing of the communityFriday, Aug. 14, 6:30 p.m.–Sunday, Aug. 16, 1 p.m. U.S. Central TimeJoin a weekend retreat that invites you to envision a second half of life that calls forth your truest self and unique […]
Active Hope for Troubling Times Retreat
Use The Work That Reconnects process to find hope in troubled times, either personal or globalFriday, Aug. 21, 6:30 p.m.–Sunday, Aug. 23, 3 p.m. U.S. Central TimeWhether you’re troubled about the state of the world or are struggling with personal challenges, you’ll find a safe and sacred place in this retreat to honor your feelings […]
Sunday, August 16, 2026
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August 16, 2026 -Morning Hatha Yoga
Morning Hatha Yoga
Start your day with gentle movement and deep breathing in nature when you join us Sundays for Morning Hatha Yoga on the land Start your Sunday with calm and clarity at Morning Hatha Yoga with Breathing Room Yoga. This gentle, grounding class welcomes all levels and focuses on breath, mobility, and mindful movement. Sundays at […]
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Monday, August 17, 2026
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August 17, 2026 -Metta Yoga – Gentle
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August 17, 2026 -Metta Yoga – Chair
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August 17, 2026 -Going Inward with Sounds & Vibrations
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August 17, 2026 -Meditation at Prairiewoods (MAP)
Metta Yoga – Gentle
Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every […]
Metta Yoga – Chair
Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every […]
Going Inward with Sounds & Vibrations
Bask in the resonant sound of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls first & third Mondays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. U.S. Central Time Experience sound, stillness, playfulness and relaxation through the enigmatic vibrations of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls. During this in-person hour at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha), Kathy Broghammer will lead us to connect with […]
$15
Meditation at Prairiewoods (MAP)
Come together in silence to meditate in community Mondays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. U.S. Central Time Join a weekly gathering of new and long-time meditators who share the simple goal of sitting together. This is not a class on mindfulness but an open time to sit and meditate in silence together. We check in with one another, and share […]
$5
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
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August 18, 2026 -The Gathering Place: Interfaith Conversations
The Gathering Place: Interfaith Conversations
Come together in community to make room for understanding and connections At Prairiewoods, we honor all traditions and believe there is deep wisdom to be discovered when we gather across lines of faith, spirituality, and lived experience. In a world that often emphasizes difference and division, we seek to create spaces of welcome, curiosity, and […]
Free
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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August 19, 2026 -Soul Care for Adults: Creative Arts Grief Support Group
Soul Care for Adults: Creative Arts Grief Support Group
Explore your grief with others through creative expression in this grief group for adults third Wednesday, 5:30–7 p.m. U.S. Central Time Take time to connect with others in grief and engage the creative spark. Jamie Siela, LISW, and Jackie Koster, BSW, from UnityPoint Hospice facilitate this monthly grief group open to any adults grieving loss through death. On […]
Free
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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August 20, 2026 -Metta Yoga – Gentle
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August 20, 2026 -Metta Yoga – Chair
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August 20, 2026 -Go Deeper Thursdays (Zoom)
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August 20, 2026 -Prairie Table: Peak Summer Dinner
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August 20, 2026 -Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton (Zoom)
Metta Yoga – Gentle
Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every […]
Metta Yoga – Chair
Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every […]
Go Deeper Thursdays (Zoom)
Connect at a deep level with an hour of online spiritual conversation Thursdays, 4–5 p.m. U.S. Central Time Go Deeper Thursdays is an ongoing personal exploration and deepening in community. This online group began during the pandemic as an opportunity to be in community while physically isolated. Over the years, we have seen many faces […]
Free Will Donation
Prairie Table: Peak Summer Dinner
Gather around the table for a seasonal dinner experience celebrating the flavors of peak summer. Prairie Table is Prairiewoods’ seasonal dinner experience celebrating local ingredients, community, and hospitality rooted in the rhythms of the land. This Peak Summer Dinner features a seasonal menu inspired by the abundance of Iowa gardens and regional farms during the […]
$75
Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton (Zoom)
Delve into the truths of human existence using the writings of Thomas Merton first & third Thursdays, 7–8:30 p.m. U.S. Central Time Join the Merton Group as we slowly explore New Seeds of Contemplation, one of Thomas Merton’s best-loved books. As one of the great spiritual leaders of our time, Merton invites readers to join him as he […]
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Friday, August 21, 2026
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Saturday, August 22, 2026
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August 22, 2026 -Family Nature Therapy
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August 22, 2026 -Sweat Lodge (Inipi) Ceremony
Family Nature Therapy
Families will be encouraged to participate in outdoor practices as they explore the land at Prairiewoods! Our Family Nature Therapy program invites parents and kids to unplug from daily stressors and mindfully reconnect with nature. Inspired by research showing time in nature reduces stress and improves mood, this walk nurtures connection with nature and each […]
$15
Sweat Lodge (Inipi) Ceremony
Participate in a sacred ceremony focused on prayer, purification, recognition and healing Saturday, Aug. 22, 4–7 p.m. (setup begins at 2, ceremony starts at 4) U.S. Central Time The Sweat Lodge Ceremony pre-dates recorded history and was practiced in some form by every culture in the world. These sweats were held for reasons ranging from relaxation and […]
$10