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SUMMARY:Learn How To Meditate
DESCRIPTION:EVERY THURSDAY 12:30–1:00PM- Online via ZOOM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWould you like to learn how to meditate? Join the Hammer Museum each Thursday for Mindful Awareness Meditation Online. Mindfulness Meditation is the moment-by-moment process of actively and openly observing one’s physical\, mental\, and emotional experiences. Mindfulness has scientific support as a means to reduce stress\, improve attention\, boost the immune system\, reduce emotional reactivity\, and promote a general sense of health and well-being. These half hour weekly sessions are open to all who are interested in learning how to live more presently in life. No special clothing is required\, and participants are welcome to join for five minutes or enjoy the entire 30 minutes.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese free weekly drop-in sessions usually take place in the Hammer’s Billy Wilder Theater but are now offered live online via Zoom. \nMindful Awareness Meditation is provided by UCLA & The Hammer Museum\n  \nff \n\nSessions are led by Diana Winston and other instructors from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Visit www.marc.ucla.edu to learn more about the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. \nWinston has been practicing mindfulness meditation for more than 20 years\, and when she began it was fairly unknown in this country. But today secular mindfulness meditation is taught to executives\, war veterans and schoolchildren; it is used in prisons and hospitals\, and is written about in women’s magazines. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nATTENDING THIS PROGRAM?\nLearn How to Meditate live: RSVP to receive an email reminder on the day of the Mindful Awareness Meditation program with the link to tune in. The link to join will also be posted here 2 hours before the program starts. This program will not be recorded. \nHelp with Zoom: This program will be held on the Zoom platform. Visit zoom.us/test to join a test meeting\, then follow the instructions to test your video and audio. If you have never used Zoom before\, you will be prompted to download the Zoom app or join from your browser. Zoom works best on the Chrome browser.\nHaving trouble? Contact our visitor experience team at 310-443-7000. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP for Mindful Awareness\nJOIN ZOOM NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShe starts by asking people to notice their breathing as they work toward “paying attention to present moment experiences with openness\, curiosity and a willingness to be with what is.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCan’t do this online class? Try the UCLA Mindfulness FREE APP and learn how to meditate anytime.\nWith this easy-to-use app\, you can practice mindfulness meditation anywhere\, anytime with the guidance of the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Scientific research shows mindfulness can help manage stress-related physical conditions\, reduce anxiety and depression\, cultivate positive emotions\, and help improve overall physical health and well-being. \n \n\n\n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://hammer.ucla.edu\n\n\nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/how-to-meditate/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, CA
CATEGORIES:Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Health and Fitness,Museums,Online/ Virtual
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SUMMARY:From the Ground Up - Ongoing Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:ONGOING EXHIBIT – Santa Monica History Museum\nStep into the story of Vernon Brunson\, a man who etched his name not just on Santa Monica’s buildings\, but on the very fabric of its community. The Santa Monica History Museum\, a treasure chest of the city’s past\, invites you to “From the Ground Up: The Life of Vernon Brunson\,” an exhibit that celebrates this extraordinary individual from February 3rd to December 31st\, 2024. \n \nBeyond Bricks and Mortar\nBrunson’s architectural feats\, like the accessible ramp at City Hall\, stand tall\, but his story soars far beyond blueprints. This exhibit isn’t just about buildings; it’s about a man who defied barriers in aviation\, championed civil rights\, and embodied the true spirit of community. \nA Renaissance Man Takes Flight\nPrepare to be amazed by Brunson’s diverse talents. From electromechanical design at Hughes Aircraft to poetry\, plays\, and even newspaper columns\, he was a true renaissance man. “From the Ground Up” brings you face-to-face with his work\, revealing the depth of his creativity and passion. \nHistory with a Spark\nThe Santa Monica History Museum isn’t just about displaying artifacts; it’s about sparking conversations and understanding. “From the Ground Up” delves into the context of Brunson’s life\, placing him within the wider fight for racial justice and showcasing the influence of Black architects like Paul Revere Williams. \nAn Exhibit for All\nThis exhibit is a tapestry woven from Brunson’s achievements and personal touchstones. You’ll encounter not just the architect\, but the father\, the artist\, and the unwavering advocate for equality. Whether you’re a history buff\, an architecture enthusiast\, or simply someone who admires a life well-lived\, “From the Ground Up” has something for you. \nMark your calendars! February 3rd kicks off this captivating journey. Head to the Santa Monica History Museum and be inspired by the story of a man who built bridges\, both literal and metaphorical\, and whose legacy continues to shape the vibrant heart of Santa Monica. \nAdmissions\n\nGeneral – $5.00\nSeniors & Students – $5.00\nChildren under 12 – Free\nMuseum members – Free\nVeterans & Active-duty military – Free \n\nHours\nMonday – Wednesday: Closed\nThursday: 3:00pm – 8:00pm\nFriday – Sunday: 11:00am – 5:00pm \nMuseum Holiday Hours\nWe are closed in observance of the following holidays: New Year’s Day\, President’s Day\, Easter\, Memorial Day\, July 4th\, Labor Day\, Thanksgiving\, and the day after\, Christmas \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nsantamonicahistory.org/exhibitions\n \n  \nFind more
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/from-the-ground-up-ongoing-exhibit/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:Santa Monica History Museum\, 1350 7th Street\, Santa Monica\, CA\, 90401\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Santa Monica,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Teens,Museums
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