Time: 3:00 PMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Time: 10:30 AMLocation: Boston, MA / Boston University

Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Cambridge, MA

This in-person class covers hands-on care of the newborn and very young infant.We’ll practice feeding, diapering, holding, dressing, and getting our “pretend” model babies to sleep.You’ll learn about normal newborn behavior and discuss different ways to handle crying and sleep.We’ll also talk about going out and finding support and community.You’ll leave with multiple handouts that you can refer to in the future.Cost covers 2 people (mom and support person).Registration is required on our wellness class website. If you do not already have an account on this website, you'll need to create one. This is a fee-based class and open to the entire MIT community.

Time: 10:00 AMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Cambridge, MA

This 2-hour class covers many important aspects of breastfeeding such as:how does breastfeeding workadvantagesgetting off to a good start (what to do in the early hours and days with breastfeeding)early days at home (support and trouble shooting)typical newborn and infant feeding patternssupplies and equipment (pumps, soothing supplies, nursing bras)positioning baby at breast (latch and positions)avoiding latch issuespumping and returning to work or schoolwhere to get help and more!You will leave with contact information for on-going support, pumping and storing, and other handouts.Cost covers 2 people (mom and support person)."Breastmilk contains a type of antibody called secretory immunoglobulin A (IgA) that provides passive immunity to the breastfed infant. This is especially helpful in the first few months of the baby’s life, when the baby’s immune system is still immature and not yet able to mount a response to common viruses." - Dr. Rosemarie Gordon, Pediatrician in MIT Health's Primary Care.Registration is required on our wellness class website. If you do not already have an account on this website, you'll need to create one. This is a fee-based class and open to the entire MIT community.

Time: 2:00 PMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Welcome the Year of the Snake with hands-on crafts, face painting, treats and hot drinks, and entertainment!Presented in collaboration with our friends in MIT's Graduate Tower at Site 4.

Ten minutes for your mind@2:50 every day at 2:50 pm in multiple time zones:Europa@2:50, EET, Athens, Helsinki (UTC+2) (7:50 am EST) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88298032734Atlantica@2:50, EST, New York, Toronto (UTC-4) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85349851047Pacifica@2:50, PST, Los Angeles, Vancouver (UTC=7) (5:50 pm EST) https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85743543699Almost everything works better again if you unplug it for a bit, including your mind. Stop by and unplug. Get the benefits of mindfulness without the fuss.@2:50 meets at the same time every single day for ten minutes of quiet together.No pre-requisite, no registration needed.Visit the website to view all @2:50 time zones each day.at250.org or at250.mit.edu

Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Time: 3:00 PMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Time: 1:00 PMLocation: South Hadley, MA

Mi-Eun Kim Faculty Piano Recital Saturday February 8, 2025 3 PM Tull Concert Hall Edward and Joyce Linde Music Building 201 Amherst St. Free AdmissionJoin us for an afternoon of timeless masterpieces and captivating compositions, presented by Mi-Eun Kim, MIT Piano Faculty. The program features the works of Haydn, Bach, and Liszt, along with a selection of evocative 20th-century pieces. The program includes Haydn’s Sonata in E-flat Major, Bach’s English Suite No. 3, and Liszt’s Rhapsodie espagnole. In a nod to the MIT climate project, Ravel’s Oiseaux triste, Messiaen’s Prélude No. 2, and Takemitsu’s Rain Tree Sketch II explore humanity's role as both listeners and creators, offering a profound reflection on our connection to nature through music.ProgramHaydn: Sonata in E-flat Major Hob. XVI:49 JS Bach: English Suite No. 3 in G Minor BWV 808 Ravel: Oiseaux tristes from Miroirs Messiaen: Prélude No. 2 Tōru Takemitsu: Rain Tree Sketch II Liszt: Rhapsodie espagnole S.254Paid parking will be available in the Building W18 garage, located at 201 Amherst Street, for a flat rate of $11. There is also street parking in the area on Memorial Drive and Vassar Street.

Time: 6:00 PMLocation: Dallas, PA / Misericordia

Time: 9:00 AMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Time: 4:00 PMLocation: Lancaster, PA

Time: 6:00 PMLocation: Dallas, PA / Misericordia

Join us for an evening of soul-stirring melodies and rhythmic chants that promise to caress your heart and elevate your mind. Kirtan, the ancient art of musical meditation, isn't just an event—it's an immersive experience that transcends time and space, connecting us to our innermost selves and serving as the gateway to sublime tranquility. In the yoga tradition, sound is a powerful tool for inner transformation.Guided by skilled musicians, our live music sessions integrate mantra, rhythm, and beautiful instruments, creating a harmonious blend that resonates with the heart. Picture this: several talented musicians leading the singing, accompanied by a symphony of instruments. As a united group, we respond in unison, creating a beautifully simple yet robust method to transport your consciousness. This musical meditation ignites a profound sense of inner peace and harmony, allowing you to connect deeper with your inner self.Highlights of the evening include:Live devotional mantra musicImmersive guided meditationsCall and response chantingVariety of MIT students & musicians leadingDimmed lightingFriendly atmosphereDinner and mingling afterwardsBring a friend and meet new friendsWhether you're new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner, inviting you on a musical soulful journey and to top it off, a delicious dinner will be served in the ending.

Sankranti, also known as Makara Sankranti, is a Hindu festival celebrated in various parts of India to mark the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makara). Falling typically on January 14th or 15th, the festival symbolizes the end of winter solstice and the beginning of longer days. Sankranti is characterized by colorful kites filling the sky, traditional feasts, and the exchange of sesame seeds and jaggery, signifying warmth and prosperity. Regions across India observe diverse customs during Sankranti, making it a vibrant and culturally significant festival.This event will have crafts, games, traditional kite making, and will be followed by a vegetarian dinner. The event will include discussions of Sankranti and its many forms of celebration in different regions of India.

Time: 1:00 PMLocation: Cambridge, MA

Time: 1:00 PMLocation: Cambridge, MA