BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//New Orleans Museum of Art - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nomastaging.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for New Orleans Museum of Art REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20170312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20171105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240526T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240526T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20240216T235337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T145235Z UID:84400-1716717600-1716724800@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Social Emotional Learning Workshop (Ages 6 and Up) DESCRIPTION:Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is an educational framework to help foster social skills that develop and maintain healthy relationships with self and others. The SEL curriculum focuses on recognizing and managing emotions\, setting positive goals\, demonstrating caring and concern for self and others\, and maintaining positive relationships. SEL at NOMA helps to connect these skills with the artists and artworks in the museum’s permanent collection or featured in special exhibitions. Designed for children ages 6 and up\, NOMA’s SEL workshop includes an art-making activity\, close looking at an object in the collection\, storytime\, and a movement-based activity. SEL workshops are led and produced in partnership with NOMA’s Teen Art Council (TAC)\, a cohort of creative high school students and youth leaders who serve as ambassadors for the museum.  \nPre-registration encouraged. Free with museum admission. \nRegister Now \n\nSEL WORKSHOP: Setting Boundaries and the Fang People’s Standing Reliquary Guardian Figures | Sunday\, May 26\, 10 AM–12PM | Mental Health Awareness Month\nJoin us for a Social Emotional Learning (SEL) workshop dedicated to setting boundaries for ourselves and respecting the boundaries of others. Including age-appropriate object lessons for the Fang people’s Standing Reliquary Guardian Figures\, art-making activities\, storytime\, and a Tai Chi movement session with Terry Rappold. Tai Chi includes a series of gentle movements that create harmony between the mind and body. \n\nAbout NOMA’s Teen Art Council\nThe Teen Art Council (TAC) is a cohort of creative high school students and youth leaders who serve as ambassadors for the museum. TAC members meet on a weekly basis throughout the school year to plan programming for teen and youth audiences\, meet with museum staff\, take part in creative experiences with artworks and artists\, and more! URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/sel-workshop-052624/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Kids & Families,Wellness,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/NOMA-FamilyDay_0191.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240323T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20240311T181702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T174404Z UID:84859-1711188000-1711193400@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Wellness Through Mindfulness DESCRIPTION:This spring\, NOMA presents an eight-part mindfulness course with Dr. Jayashree Rao.  \nThis series of classes will develop skills to help individuals: \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with distressing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now\n\nThis eight-week course is held on Saturdays in NOMA’s Woldenberg Boardroom. Through guided meditation and brief exercises\, participants will learn to develop mindfulness that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. \nAlthough there is no specific promised outcome\, participants typically report feeling more focused and more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research suggests significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, depression\, high blood pressure\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \n $80 for Eight Classes | $60 for NOMA Members   \nThis course is open to everyone\, but registration is required as space is limited. Your registration fee covers all eight sessions\, and it is highly encouraged to attend every session for a full learning experience. \nRegister Now \n\nSchedule\nMarch 23rd | What is Mindfulness? \nMarch 30 | Scientific Evidence — Due to the Crescent City Classic\, classes will be held 12–1:30 pm. \nApril 6th | No Class \nApril 13th | Managing Thoughts \nApril 20th: | Understanding and Dealing with Stress \nApril 27th | Difficult Emotions and Chronic Pain \nMay 4th | Communication \nMay 11th | Compassion \nMay 18th | Resilience / Burnout \n\nAbout the Instructor:\nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter.  \nLearn More URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/wellness-through-mindfulness/2024-03-23/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Sculpture-Garden-Oak-Grove.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20240209T234627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T225154Z UID:84332-1709978400-1709985600@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Social Emotional Learning Workshop (Ages 6 and Up) DESCRIPTION:Social emotional learning (SEL) is an educational framework to help foster social skills that develop and maintain healthy relationships with self and others. The SEL curriculum focuses on recognizing and managing emotions\, setting positive goals\, demonstrating caring and concern for self and others\, and maintaining positive relationships. This program helps to connect these skills with the artists and artworks in the museum’s permanent collection or who are featured in special exhibitions. Designed for children ages 6 and up\, the workshop includes an art-making activity\, close looking at an object in the collection\, storytime\, and a movement-based activity. SEL workshops are led and produced in partnership with NOMA’s Teen Art Council (TAC)\, a cohort of creative high school students and youth leaders who serve as ambassadors for the museum.  \nFree with museum admission. Advanced registration is encouraged.  \nRegister Now \n\nSchedule\nSEL WORKSHOP: Self-esteem\, Empowerment\, and Margaret T.G. Burroughs’s Self-Portrait | Saturday\, March 9\, 10 AM–12PM \nJoin us for a social-emotional learning workshop dedicated to building self-esteem and positive thinking. Including age-appropriate object lessons for Margaret T.G. Burrough’s Self-Portrait\, art-making activities\, storytime\, and a healing movement session with Shanda Domango Brown. Domango Brown will be teaching movement and meditation for empowering our youth to cultivate compassion and self-worth from within.    \n\nAbout Our Partners\nDomango Training’s mission is to fully empower and equip their clients with the tools to heal themselves physically and spiritually through ancestral connection\, movement\, and meditation. Domango Training envisions a community where healing is a lifestyle for individuals through physical\, spiritual\, and wellness practices. Influenced by dance\, fitness\, somatic and embodiment practices\, Shanda Domango Brown has developed a new integrative approach to healing and processing emotions and self-expression\, called “healing movement.” URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/sel-workshop-030924/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Kids & Families,Wellness,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Screenshot-2024-01-22-at-6.22.49-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240225T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20240206T230120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T215940Z UID:84313-1708862400-1708866000@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Move Ya Brass in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden: New Orleans\, New Year Yoga Sculpt Class DESCRIPTION:Join Move Ya Brass in NOMA’s Besthoff Sculpture Garden! Ash Wednesday marks the end of Carnival season and a feeling of the new year here in New Orleans. To start off this new year\, we are offering a yoga sculpt class centering themes of renewal\, rest\, and mindfulness.  \nThis class\, led by instructor Arielle Hunter\, is a beginner-friendly\, dynamic\, and physically challenging workout that combines traditional yoga poses with strength training exercises. In this class\, participants enhance muscle tone and overall strength while still incorporating yoga’s mindfulness and flexibility aspects. \nIt offers a well-rounded fitness experience with a focus on building core stability\, balance\, and cardiovascular endurance. Participants can expect a supportive environment\, guidance on proper form\, and modifications to suit their fitness level\, making it a great choice for those looking to boost both their physical and mental well-being through a structured and invigorating practice.  \nPlease bring your own mat and towel\, as the class will be held on the grass.  \nEnter the Besthoff Sculpture Garden on Enrique Alferez Drive\, go right\, and follow the path past the pavilion to access the North Lawn. \nClass will be canceled if temperatures are below 50ºF or inclement weather occurs within two hours before the program. Registrants will be notified if the class is canceled due to inclement weather. \nAdvance registration is sold out. There will be limited spots available in person at the event on a first come first serve basis. Check-in at the NOMA Sculpture Garden’s North Lawn at the start of the class at 12 pm for available spots. \nSold Out \nSign up for NOMA’s newsletter to be notified about future Move Ya Brass and Wellness programming at NOMA. \n\nAbout Move Ya Brass \nMove Ya Brass Krewe is a fun and funky fitness program from New Orleans started by local jazz vocalist Robin Barnes. Offering free fitness classes around the city\, you come to Move Ya Brass fitness classes as a stranger\, but leave as family. The MYB mission is to promote a happy\, positive\, and healthy lifestyle\, and to encourage celebrating our daily lives by taking you off the sidelines and into a New Orleans second line! \nAbout the Instructor \nMove Ya Brass instructor Arielle Hunter is a Louisiana native and seasoned fitness coach. She will guide you through a sculpting flow practice to enhance strength and balance. Her background in community fitness\, Crossfit\, and group classes has prepared her to offer options for different fitness levels. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/move-ya-brass-feb-2024/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Move-Ya-Brass.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231021T100000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20231013T172423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T191349Z UID:82725-1697878800-1697882400@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Move Ya Brass Presents Bounce Ya Brass Live in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden DESCRIPTION:Move Ya Brass presents a special free Bounce Ya Brass Live dance cardio class with the Young Pinstripe Brass Band in NOMA’s Besthoff Sculpture Garden. \nTeaching signature New Orleans bounce moves in an aerobics format\, this class is open to all levels and ages. No dance experience is needed for the best cardio workout of your life! \nFree and open to the public. Capacity is limited\, and advance registration is recommended. \nSign Up Now \nPlease note that this wellness class is being filmed for a national PBS program. \nWear athletic clothes or your favorite Move Ya Brass apparel. On the day of the class\, please enter the Besthoff Sculpture Garden on Henry Thomas Drive in New Orleans City Park. There will be signs directing you to the North Lawn. \n\nAbout Move Ya Brass\nTaking People Off the Sidelines and into the Second Line\nMove Ya Brass is a fun\, funky New Orleans fitness community and lifestyle group that promotes creating a healthy community of people from all walks of life. Participants come to Move Ya Brass’s fitness classes as strangers\, but leave as family. Move Ya Brass promotes happy\, positive\, and healthy group workouts to help everyone become the best version of themselves. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/bouce-ya-brass/ LOCATION:Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden\, 1 Collins Diboll Circle\, New Orleans \, LA\, 70124 CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/34150259-F27A-43D9-9949-ABA8BD5F5808.png GEO:29.986748;-90.0932186 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden 1 Collins Diboll Circle New Orleans LA 70124;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Collins Diboll Circle:geo:-90.0932186,29.986748 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230618T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230618T103000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20230616T200003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T200440Z UID:81050-1687084200-1687084200@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Freedom at the Mat DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Juneteenth at the New Orleans Museum of Art Sculpture Garden by expressing your freedom in community with others in a 60-minute joy of freedom movement & mindfulness experience presented by Freedom At The Mat. \nFreedom At The Mat has designed a class to be a Freedom Vinyasa Flow class\, mostly seated\, with meditation\, community sharing\, and intention setting. The class is open to people of all ages\, fitness levels\, ethnicities & beliefs. The following prompts will be used “Which freedom(s) did you most desire? What did you feel when you experienced freedom? How do you honor that freedom daily.” \nAll participants receive access to the class playlist\, an affirmation card\, and entry into a drawing for one Freedom Kit that includes one luxe\, 5mm art yoga mat\, one guided journal + 1 aromatherapy candle. \nREGISTER NOW \nThis program is free to attend. The class is limited to 30 participants\, and advance registration is encouraged.  URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/freedom-at-the-mat/ LOCATION:Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden\, 1 Collins Diboll Circle\, New Orleans \, LA\, 70124 CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/OliviaYoga2.jpg GEO:29.986748;-90.0932186 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden 1 Collins Diboll Circle New Orleans LA 70124;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Collins Diboll Circle:geo:-90.0932186,29.986748 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230121T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230121T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20230109T181705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T173645Z UID:78663-1674293400-1674306000@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness at NOMA DESCRIPTION:From January 21 through February 11\, NOMA presents a four-session mindfulness course with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. \nMindfulness training teaches skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life.\nDeal with distressing events with grace and composure.\nBe present and alive in the here and now.\n\nAbout Mindfulness at NOMA\nThis four-part mindfulness course will be held on Saturdays\, 9:30 am–1:00 pm\, in NOMA’s Woldenberg Boardroom on the museum’s second floor. Participants sign up for the entire series\, and attendance is capped at 30 people.  \nParticipants will learn to develop mindfulness through guided meditation and brief exercises that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more “in tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, high blood pressure\, depression\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \n $80 General Admission | $50 NOMA members | $70 Seniors (65+) | $65 University Students \nRegister Now \nAbout the Instructor\nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-winter-2023/2023-01-21/ LOCATION:New Orleans Museum of Art\, 1 Collins Diboll Circle\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119 CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/NOMA-fall-2022-banners.jpg GEO:29.9864897;-90.0938943 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=New Orleans Museum of Art 1 Collins Diboll Circle New Orleans LA 70119;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Collins Diboll Circle:geo:-90.0938943,29.9864897 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230107T090000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20221230T195912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T164004Z UID:78542-1673078400-1673082000@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden Every Saturday DESCRIPTION:NOMA presents yoga classes in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden on Saturday mornings. \nPlease meet at the main entrance to the sculpture garden located on Dueling Oaks Drive. Registrants must bring their own yoga mats. \nClasses are $10 | $5 for NOMA members \nREGISTER NOW \nRegistration will remain open until 3 pm the evening prior to class. Currently\, these classes are outside only\, and will be cancelled for severe weather. Registrants will be notified of cancellation via email by 5 pm the evening prior to each class. For more information\, call 504.658.4128 or email education@noma.org. \n  URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/yoga-in-the-besthoff-sculpture-garden/2023-01-07/ LOCATION:Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden\, 1 Collins Diboll Circle\, New Orleans \, LA\, 70124 CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Yoga.jpg GEO:29.986748;-90.0932186 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden 1 Collins Diboll Circle New Orleans LA 70124;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Collins Diboll Circle:geo:-90.0932186,29.986748 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220606T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220606T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20220601T180816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T185854Z UID:76321-1654538400-1654542000@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi in the Sculpture Garden DESCRIPTION:NOMA\, in collaboration with the East Jefferson General Hospital Wellness Center\, presents tai chi classes on Monday evenings. \nJoin instructor Terry Rappold as he leads participants through relaxing tai chi exercises in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Please meet at the main entrance to the sculpture garden located on Dueling Oaks Drive. \nClasses are $5 | FREE for NOMA and EJGH Wellness Center members \nRegister Now \n\nFor more information\, call 504.658.4128 or email education@noma.org. \nRegistration will remain open until 3 pm the evening prior to class. Currently\, these classes are outside only\, and will be cancelled for severe weather. Registrants will be notified of cancellation via email by 5pm the evening prior to each class. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/tai-chi-sculpture-garden/2022-06-06/ LOCATION:Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden\, 1 Collins Diboll Circle\, New Orleans \, LA\, 70124 CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Ugo-Rondinone-Sculpture-Garden.jpg GEO:29.986748;-90.0932186 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden 1 Collins Diboll Circle New Orleans LA 70124;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Collins Diboll Circle:geo:-90.0932186,29.986748 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220108T100000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20211217T170257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T215122Z UID:73839-1641632400-1641636000@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi in the Sculpture Garden DESCRIPTION:NOMA\, in collaboration with the East Jefferson Wellness Center\, presents tai chi classes on Saturday monrning. \nJoin East Jefferson Wellness Center instructor Terry Rappold\, as he leads participants through relaxing tai chi exercises in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Please meet at the main entrance to the Sculpture Garden located on Dueling Oaks Drive. \nClasses are $5 | FREE for NOMA members and East Jefferson Wellness Center members. \nRegister Now \nFor more information\, call 504.658.4128 or email education@noma.org. \nRegistration will remain open until 3 pm the evening prior to class. Currently\, these classes are outside only\, and will be cancelled for severe weather. Registrants will be notified of cancellation via email by 5pm the evening prior to each class. \nRegistration is limited to 60 people. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/tai-chi-in-the-sculpture-garden/2022-01-08/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Ugo-Rondinone-Sculpture-Garden.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210712T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210712T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20210707T211703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211220T151212Z UID:71385-1626112800-1626116400@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi at NOMA DESCRIPTION:NOMA\, in collaboration with the East Jefferson Wellness Center\, presents Tai Chi classes on Monday evenings. \nJoin East Jefferson Wellness Center instructor Terry Rappold\, as he leads participants through relaxing Tai Chi exercises in NOMA’s Great Hall. \nClasses are $5 | FREE for NOMA members and East Jefferson Wellness Center members. \nRegister Now \nOnline registration will remain open until 3 pm the day of the program\, and attendance is limited to 40 participants. \nFor more information\, call 504.658.4128 or email education@noma.org. \nNote: Due to COVID-19\, Monday evening Tai Chi classes will be hosted outside in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden amphitheater. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/tai-chi-at-noma/2021-07-12/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Tai_Chi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210530T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210530T103000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20210518T175911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T211532Z UID:70572-1622370600-1622370600@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:NOMA Reset: Mindfulness DESCRIPTION:Join NOMA for a new series of virtual workshops that focuses on mindfulness\, creativity\, comfort and reflection. NOMA Reset programs provide a much-needed infusion of relaxation and wellness by engaging our collective and individual wellbeing. \nThe NOMA Reset: Mindfulness program will feature Dr. Jayashree Rao who will present how the concepts and practices of Buddhism arrived in the United States\, and how it was presented – initially to patients with chronic pain and then to hospitals all across the United States and the western world – in a completely secular context. She will clarify what is and what is not ‘Mindfulness’; share how to incorporate the practices into daily life; and discuss the observed effects on how we live our lives and manage our stress and illnesses. The session will conclude with a short meditation. \nRegister Now \nThis program is presented along with the exhibition Buddha and Shiva\, Lotus and Dragon: Masterworks from the Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller 3rd Collection at Asia Society on view through May 31\, 2021. \n  \n  \nAbout Dr. Rao\nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. Dr. Rao is a founding member of the Indian Arts Circle of New Orleans. \n  \nQuestions?\nContact us at education@noma.org or (504) 658-4100 \n  \n\n                                                \nEducation and outreach initiatives at NOMA are supported in part by the Zemurray Foundation; the Lois and Lloyd Hawkins Jr. Foundation; The Helis Foundation; The Gayle and Tom Benson Foundation; The City of New Orleans; IBERIABANK; The Wagner Foundation; Janice Parmelee and Bill Hammack; the Diversifying Art Museum Leadership Initiative\, funded by the Walton Family Foundation and the Ford Foundation; Sara and David Kelso; Patrick F. Taylor Foundation;  Dr. Scott S. Cowen; The RosaMary Foundation; The Azby Fund; the Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Office of Cultural Development\, Department of Culture\, Recreation & Tourism\, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts\, a Federal agency; The Collins C. Diboll Private Foundation; Burkenroad Foundation; Marian Dreux Van Horn Education Endowment; The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation;  Ruby K. Worner Trust through the PNC Charitable Trusts Grant Review Committee; The Harry T. Howard III Foundation; New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation\, Inc.; Harvey and Marie Orth; The Bruce J. Heim Foundation; and Mrs. Bennett A. Molter\, Jr. This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/noma-reset-mindfulness/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Screen-Shot-2020-10-09-at-8.58.22-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20210316T204639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T160322Z UID:69005-1616608800-1616612400@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:NOMA Reset: Enso Painting Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join NOMA for a new series of virtual workshops that focuses on mindfulness\, creativity\, comfort and reflection. NOMA Reset programs provide a much-needed infusion of relaxation and wellness by engaging our collective and individual wellbeing.\n \nIn Zen\, ensō is a circle that is hand-drawn in one or two uninhibited brushstrokes to express a moment when the mind is free to let the body create. The ensō symbolizes absolute enlightenment\, strength\, elegance\, the universe\, and mu (the void). It is characterized by a minimalism born of Japanese aesthetics.\n \nThis workshop will be led by Rose Bratcher who is an ensō painter and a monk at the New Orleans Zen Temple. Participation in the virtual program is free for everyone\, and participants will need to provide their own supplies.\n\n  \nREGISTER HERE \n\n \nSuggested Materials\n\n\nSumi Brush \nSumi Ink \nSumi Paper \n\n\nThe above links show offerings by Blick Art Materials. Order the suggested materials online or stop by your local art supply store. Material substitutions can be made as needed!\n\n  \nThe NOMA Shop offers Buddha Boards as an alternative option.\n\n\n  \n\n                                                \nEducation and outreach initiatives at NOMA are supported in part by the Zemurray Foundation; the Lois and Lloyd Hawkins Jr. Foundation; The Helis Foundation; The Gayle and Tom Benson Foundation; The City of New Orleans; IBERIABANK; The Wagner Foundation; Janice Parmelee and Bill Hammack; the Diversifying Art Museum Leadership Initiative\, funded by the Walton Family Foundation and the Ford Foundation; Sara and David Kelso; Patrick F. Taylor Foundation;  Dr. Scott S. Cowen; The RosaMary Foundation; The Azby Fund; the Louisiana Division of the Arts\, Office of Cultural Development\, Department of Culture\, Recreation & Tourism\, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts\, a Federal agency; The Collins C. Diboll Private Foundation; Burkenroad Foundation; Marian Dreux Van Horn Education Endowment; The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation;  Ruby K. Worner Trust through the PNC Charitable Trusts Grant Review Committee; The Harry T. Howard III Foundation; New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Foundation\, Inc.; Harvey and Marie Orth; The Bruce J. Heim Foundation; and Mrs. Bennett A. Molter\, Jr. This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/noma-reset-enso-painting-workshop/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness,Workshops & Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Screen-Shot-2020-10-09-at-8.58.22-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210115T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210115T180000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20201022T174839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T163916Z UID:64849-1610733600-1610733600@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:NOMA Reset: Freedom at the Mat DESCRIPTION:Join NOMA for a new series of virtual workshops that focuses on mindfulness\, creativity\, comfort and reflection. NOMA Reset programs provide a much-needed infusion of relaxation and wellness by engaging our collective and individual wellbeing. \n\nThee second NOMA Reset: Freedom At The Mat program will be facilitated by Olivia F. Scott\, creator of Freedom At The Mat\, and will feature the Steve Lands Band. This virtual program and self-care experience will begin promptly at 6 pm on Friday\, January 15\, and lasts for 75 minutes. \n\nThe theme for this event is Nourish Your Dreams. As we honor Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday and the beginning of a new year\, we invite everyone to come with an open mind\, open heart and be ready to receive mindfulness\, meditation\, journaling\, and a bit of yoga asana as we connect with our dreams and identify what we need to manifest our best lives ever. \nPlease have the following items prepared in advance: \n\n\nComputer/Tablet/Smartphone device + internet connection\nTowel\nPillow and yoga mat\nWater bottle\nJournal/notepad plus writing Instrument\n\nThis virtual program will be hosted in a Zoom meeting. A NOMA staff person will also be available during the program to help if you encounter any difficulties. \n\n\nAbout Freedom at the Mat\nFreedom At The Mat is a multi-disciplined wellness class experience integrating mindfulness\, meditation\, yoga asana\, journaling and verbal affirmations. The 75-minute self-care experience was created to be a sacred space for people to connect with their innermost dreams & inner divine while also releasing stress and strengthening their bodies and minds. \nEngagement in Freedom At The Mat helps people become free of issues which may hold them back from living their fullest lives as the most lovely\, self-assured\, beautiful and radiant creatures on the planet. \n\n\n \n \n Freedom at the Mat registration\n \n \n \n First and last name*Phone number*City\, State\, Zip Code*Email address*Would you like to receive NOMA's e-newsletter?\n \n YES\n \n \n NO\n Select date for participation*\n \n January 15\n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nVirtual programs at NOMA are made possible in part by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/noma-reset-freedom-at-the-mat-2/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Screen-Shot-2020-10-09-at-8.58.22-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201226T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201226T090000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20150702T161109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210302T230405Z UID:60225-1608969600-1608973200@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Sculpture Garden (Canceled) DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Garden will not be held on December 26. Please join us in the new year on January 2\, 2021. \nREGISTER NOW \nFor more information\, call 504.658.4128 or email education@noma.org. \nRegistration will remain open until 3 pm the evening prior to class. Currently\, these classes are outside only\, and will be cancelled for inclement weather. Registrants will be notified of cancellation via email by 5pm the evening prior to each class. \nRegistration is limited to 60 people. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/yoga-in-the-sculpture-garden-2020-12-26/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/yoga-garden.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201023T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201023T191500 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20201007T154238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T164313Z UID:64427-1603476000-1603480500@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:NOMA Reset: Freedom at the Mat DESCRIPTION:THIS VIRTUAL EVENT HAS REACHED FULL CAPACITY FOR OCTOBER 23. Please join us for a second session on January 15\, 2021. \nJoin NOMA for a new series of virtual workshops that focuses on mindfulness\, creativity\, comfort and reflection. NOMA Reset programs provide a much-needed infusion of relaxation and wellness by engaging our collective and individual wellbeing. \n\nThe NOMA Reset: Freedom At The Mat experience celebrates the fall exhibition Mending The Sky and is designed to mend our hearts\, be a balm for the soul\, and ease your mind. Join us as together we intentionally and collectively inhale and exhale to ground ourselves\, be mindful of where we’ve been and where we go\, journal\, move and affirm our intentions. This class will be led by Freedom At The Mat creator Olivia F. Scott\, with musical accompaniment by musician Steve Lands. \nAbout Freedom at the Mat\nFreedom At The Mat is a multi-disciplined wellness class experience integrating mindfulness\, meditation\, yoga asana\, journaling and verbal affirmations. The 75-minute self-care experience was created to be a sacred space for people to connect with their innermost dreams & inner divine while also releasing stress and strengthening their bodies and minds. \nEngagement in Freedom At The Mat helps people become free of issues which may hold them back from living their fullest lives as the most lovely\, self-assured\, beautiful and radiant creatures on the planet. \nVirtual programs at NOMA are made possible in part by a major grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/noma-reset-freedom-at-the-mat/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Screen-Shot-2020-10-09-at-8.58.22-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191103T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20190911T024859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T172544Z UID:48903-1572775200-1572800400@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Intensive Course DESCRIPTION:Join a Mindfulness course under the instruction of Dr. Jayashree Rao for two days\, Saturday\, November 2\, and Sunday\, November 3\, from 10 am to 1 pm and 2 to 5 pm. Mindfulness is defined as a method of experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. The course\, which is usually offered over eight weeks\, is condensed to two days for a weekend intensive\, in order to facilitate better attendance and engagement by the participants. \nLunch is not provided. Participants are welcome to bring lunch or enjoy the delicious offerings at Café NOMA. \nAbout the instructor \nDr. Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. \nCall 504-658-4128 or email education@noma.org for more information. \n$60 for NOMA members | $80 for nonmembers | Registration Required \nENROLL NOW URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-intensive-course-3/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191102T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191102T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20190911T024354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T172626Z UID:48898-1572688800-1572714000@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Intensive Course DESCRIPTION:Join a Mindfulness course under the instruction of Dr. Jayashree Rao for two days\, Saturday\, November 2\, and Sunday\, November 3\, from 10 am to 1 pm and 2 to 5 pm. Mindfulness is defined as a method of experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. The course\, which is usually offered over eight weeks\, is condensed to two days for a weekend intensive\, in order to facilitate better attendance and engagement by the participants. \nLunch is not provided. Participants are welcome to bring lunch or enjoy the delicious offerings at Café NOMA. \nAbout the instructor \nDr. Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. \nCall 504-658-4128 or email education@noma.org for more information. \n$60 for NOMA members | $80 for nonmembers | Registration Required \nENROLL NOW URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-intensive-course-2/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20190912T162315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T172706Z UID:49044-1569065400-1569070800@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join a Mindfulness course under the instruction of Dr. Jayashree Rao. Four individual sessions are scheduled for Fall 2019 from 11:30 am to 1 pm on the following Saturdays: September 21\, October 19\, November 23\, and December 14. Mindfulness is defined as a method of experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. This course in intended as a refresher course for past participants of the Mindfulness eight-week sessions. \nAbout the instructor \nDr. Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. \nAll sessions are $10 each. Advance registration is required. \nENROLL NOW URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-workshop/2019-09-21/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T090000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20150702T161109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T175858Z UID:24859-1563004800-1563008400@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Yoga in the Sculpture Garden - CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Due to the threat of severe weather from Tropical Storm Barry\, Yoga in the Garden is cancelled. \nNOMA\, in collaboration with the East Jefferson Wellness Center\, offers wellness classes every Saturday morning and Monday evening. \nOn Monday at 6 p.m.\, East Jefferson Wellness Center instructor Terry Rappold leads relaxing Tai Chi exercises in various art galleries at NOMA. Then at 8 a.m. on Saturday\, join us for yoga surrounded by NOMA’s outstanding permanent collection\, or if weather permitting\, in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden. \nClasses are $5; FREE for NOMA members and East Jefferson Wellness Center members. \nTo register for yoga or tai chi\, call East Jefferson Healthfinder at (504) 456-5000. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/yoga-in-the-sculpture-garden-2019-07-13/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/yoga-garden.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190601T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190601T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20190411T194832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190411T195700Z UID:44517-1559383200-1559408400@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Intensive Course DESCRIPTION:Join a Mindfulness course under the instruction of Dr. Jayshee Rao for two days\, Saturday\, June 1\, and Sunday\, June 2\, from 10 am to 1 pm and 2 to 5 pm. Mindfulness is defined as a method of experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. The course\, which is usually offered over eight weeks\, is condensed to two days for a weekend intensive\, in order to facilitate better attendance and engagement by the participants. \n$60 for NOMA members | $80 for nonmembers | Registration Required\nREGISTER NOW\n  \nThe two-day course will teach skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with disturbing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now\n\nThrough guided meditation and brief exercises\, participants will learn to develop mindfulness that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more focused\, more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, depression\, high blood pressure\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. \nFor more information\, please email education@noma.org. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-intensive-course/2019-06-01/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190316T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20181206T223749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T223749Z UID:41359-1552730400-1552735800@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Class DESCRIPTION:From January 19 through March 16\, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. \nMindfulness training teaches skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with disturbing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now\n\nAbout mindfulness classes at NOMA \nThis eight-part mindfulness series will be held on Saturdays from 10–11:30 a.m. beginning January 19. Classes will take place January 19\, 26\, February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, March 9 and 16. There will be no class on March 2 of Mardi Gras weekend. \n $70 nonmembers | $50 NOMA members \nMaximum class size is 30. Participants sign up for the series not per class. Participants will meet in the second-floor Woldenberg Board Room.  \nENROLL NOW \nParticipants will learn to develop mindfulness through guided meditation and brief exercises that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more alive\, more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, high blood pressure\, depression\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \nAbout the instructor: \nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-class-6/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190309T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190309T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20181206T223641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T223641Z UID:41357-1552125600-1552131000@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Class DESCRIPTION:From January 19 through March 16\, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. \nMindfulness training teaches skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with disturbing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now\n\nAbout mindfulness classes at NOMA \nThis eight-part mindfulness series will be held on Saturdays from 10–11:30 a.m. beginning January 19. Classes will take place January 19\, 26\, February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, March 9 and 16. There will be no class on March 2 of Mardi Gras weekend. \n $70 nonmembers | $50 NOMA members \nMaximum class size is 30. Participants sign up for the series not per class. Participants will meet in the second-floor Woldenberg Board Room.  \nENROLL NOW \nParticipants will learn to develop mindfulness through guided meditation and brief exercises that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more alive\, more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, high blood pressure\, depression\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \nAbout the instructor: \nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-class-5/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190223T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20181206T223514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181206T223514Z UID:41355-1550916000-1550921400@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Class DESCRIPTION:From January 19 through March 16\, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. \nMindfulness training teaches skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with disturbing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now\n\nAbout mindfulness classes at NOMA \nThis eight-part mindfulness series will be held on Saturdays from 10–11:30 a.m. beginning January 19. Classes will take place January 19\, 26\, February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, March 9 and 16. There will be no class on March 2 of Mardi Gras weekend. \n $70 nonmembers | $50 NOMA members \nMaximum class size is 30. Participants sign up for the series not per class. Participants will meet in the second-floor Woldenberg Board Room.  \nENROLL NOW \nParticipants will learn to develop mindfulness through guided meditation and brief exercises that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more alive\, more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, high blood pressure\, depression\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \nAbout the instructor: \nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-class-4/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190216T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190216T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20181206T223347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190216T021710Z UID:41353-1550311200-1550316600@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Class DESCRIPTION:From January 19 through March 16\, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. \nMindfulness training teaches skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with disturbing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now\n\nAbout mindfulness classes at NOMA \nThis eight-part mindfulness series will be held on Saturdays from 10–11:30 a.m. beginning January 19. Classes will take place January 19\, 26\, February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, March 9 and 16. There will be no class on March 2 of Mardi Gras weekend. \n $70 nonmembers | $50 NOMA members \nMaximum class size is 30. Participants sign up for the series not per class. Participants will meet in the second-floor Woldenberg Board Room.  \nENROLL NOW \nParticipants will learn to develop mindfulness through guided meditation and brief exercises that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more alive\, more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, high blood pressure\, depression\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \nAbout the instructor: \nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-class-3/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190209T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20190107T170242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190204T200654Z UID:42044-1549706400-1549711800@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Class DESCRIPTION:From January 19 through March 16\, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. \nMindfulness training teaches skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with disturbing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now\n\nAbout mindfulness classes at NOMA \nThis eight-part mindfulness series will be held on Saturdays from 10–11:30 a.m. beginning January 19. Classes will take place January 19\, 26\, February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, March 9 and 16. There will be no class on March 2 of Mardi Gras weekend. \n $70 nonmembers | $50 NOMA members \nMaximum class size is 30. Participants sign up for the series not per class. Participants will meet in the second-floor Woldenberg Board Room.  \nENROLL NOW \nParticipants will learn to develop mindfulness through guided meditation and brief exercises that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more alive\, more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, high blood pressure\, depression\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \nAbout the instructor: \nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-class-7/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190202T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190202T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20181206T223212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190202T023121Z UID:41350-1549101600-1549107000@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Class DESCRIPTION:From January 19 through March 16\, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. \nMindfulness training teaches skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with disturbing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now\n\nAbout mindfulness classes at NOMA \nThis eight-part mindfulness series will be held on Saturdays from 10–11:30 a.m. beginning January 19. Classes will take place January 19\, 26\, February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, March 9 and 16. There will be no class on March 2 of Mardi Gras weekend. \n $70 nonmembers | $50 NOMA members \nMaximum class size is 30. Participants sign up for the series not per class. Participants will meet in the second-floor Woldenberg Board Room.  \nENROLL NOW \nParticipants will learn to develop mindfulness through guided meditation and brief exercises that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more alive\, more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, high blood pressure\, depression\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \nAbout the instructor: \nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-class-2/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190126T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190126T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20181206T222936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190123T215157Z UID:41346-1548496800-1548502200@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Class DESCRIPTION:From January 19 through March 16\, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. \nMindfulness training teaches skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with disturbing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now\n\nAbout mindfulness classes at NOMA \nThis eight-part mindfulness series will be held on Saturdays from 10–11:30 a.m. beginning January 19. Classes will take place January 19\, 26\, February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, March 9 and 16. There will be no class on March 2 of Mardi Gras weekend. \n $70 nonmembers | $50 NOMA members \nMaximum class size is 30. Participants sign up for the series not per class. Participants will meet in the second-floor Woldenberg Board Room.  \nENROLL NOW \nParticipants will learn to develop mindfulness through guided meditation and brief exercises that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more alive\, more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, high blood pressure\, depression\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \nAbout the instructor: \nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/mindfulness-class/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190119T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20181206T221619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190118T200940Z UID:41338-1547892000-1547897400@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:Mindfulness Class DESCRIPTION:From January 19 through March 16\, NOMA presents a series of eight mindfulness classes with Dr. Jayashree Rao. Mindfulness is defined as experiencing the present moment with open curiosity\, without judgment\, and with a willingness to be with what is. \nMindfulness training teaches skills to help individuals \n\nCope with the stress\, pain\, and challenges of everyday life\nDeal with disturbing events with grace and composure\nBe present and alive in the here and now.\n\nAbout mindfulness classes at NOMA \nThis eight-part mindfulness series will be held on Saturdays from 10–11:30 a.m. beginning January 19. Classes will take place January 19\, 26\, February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, March 9 and 16. There will be no class on March 2 of Mardi Gras weekend. \n $70 nonmembers | $50 NOMA members \nMaximum class size is 30. Participants sign up for the series not per class. Participants will meet in the second-floor Woldenberg Board Room.  \nENROLL NOW \nParticipants will learn to develop mindfulness through guided meditation and brief exercises that will help them experience the present moment during everyday activities. Although no specific outcome is promised\, participants typically report feeling more alive\, more “in-tune” with themselves and others. In addition\, research has shown significant beneficial effects in dealing with stress\, anxiety\, high blood pressure\, depression\, chronic pain\, and diabetes. \nAbout the instructor: \nDr. Jayashree Rao is a retired pediatric endocrinologist\, who spent thirty years teaching\, researching\, and practicing medicine at LSU Health Sciences Center and Children’s Hospital. For the past several years\, Dr. Rao has practiced and led others in practicing mindfulness\, employing techniques learned in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by Dr. Dave Potter. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/41338/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181117T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T170329 CREATED:20181004T214722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T214722Z UID:39729-1542448800-1542456000@nomastaging.org SUMMARY:ZaZen in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden DESCRIPTION:Join Richard Collins\, an abbot in the New Orleans Zen Temple\, for a meditative ZaZen session in the serene setting of the Besthoff Sculpture Garden. The precise meaning and method of zazen varies from school to school in the Buddhist tradition\, but in general it can be regarded as a means of insight into the nature of existence. Cushions will be provided for participants. \nThis program will be offered in conjunction with the exhibition Teaching Beyond Doctrine: Painting and Calligraphy by Zen Masters\, on view in the Arts of Japan Gallery on NOMA’s third floor. URL:https://nomastaging.org/event/zazen-in-the-besthoff-sculpture-garden/ LOCATION:Louisiana CATEGORIES:Wellness ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nomastaging.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/2000px-Enso.svg_.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR