Ocean ~ Front ~ Porch with Marianne
In-person Gathering
Saturday, May 2, 5:55 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Most events are held online with live sessions taking place over Zoom. We have, however, begun offering some in-person events as well. Online or in-person is noted in each event description.
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In-person Gathering
Saturday, May 2, 5:55 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, May 9, 5:45 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
8-month Online Program
April - December
Being Outdoors: Sensing the Sacred is an online, experiential program designed to cultivate a deep relationship of reverence & reciprocity with all Outdoors. Over the course of 8 months, participants engage community, meditation, relational practices, & learning as pathways for self-discovery & Interbeing consciousness.
Online Experience
Monday, May 11, 9 - 11 am Pacific
Warm Data Labs and People Need People are a series of conversations where individuals share their stories and experiences during a facilitated experience.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, May 16, 5:50 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, May 23, 5:35 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, May 30, 5:40 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, June 6, 5:35 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Gathering
Sunday, June 7, 4:00 - 5:30 PM Pacific
Climate Cafe and Adaptation Gym is a unique combination of engaging mindful communication, authentic relationship, and somatic/energetic practice in service of supporting ourselves and each other as we are in this time of transformation … together.
Online Experience
Monday, June 8, 9 - 11 am Pacific
Warm Data Labs and People Need People are a series of conversations where individuals share their stories and experiences during a facilitated experience.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, June 13, 5:35 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, June 20, 5:35 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, June 27, 5:40 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Experience
Monday, August 10, 9 - 11 am Pacific
Warm Data Labs and People Need People are a series of conversations where individuals share their stories and experiences during a facilitated experience.
Online Experience
Monday, September 14, 9 - 11 am Pacific
Warm Data Labs and People Need People are a series of conversations where individuals share their stories and experiences during a facilitated experience.
Online Experience
Monday, October 12, 9 - 11 am Pacific
Warm Data Labs and People Need People are a series of conversations where individuals share their stories and experiences during a facilitated experience.
Online Experience
Monday, November 9, 9 - 11 am Pacific
Warm Data Labs and People Need People are a series of conversations where individuals share their stories and experiences during a facilitated experience.
Online Experience
Monday, December 14, 9 - 11 am Pacific
Warm Data Labs and People Need People are a series of conversations where individuals share their stories and experiences during a facilitated experience.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, April 25, 6:05 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, April 22, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, April 18, 6:15 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, April 15, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
Online Experience
Monday, April 13, 9 - 11 am Pacific
Warm Data Labs and People Need People are a series of conversations where individuals share their stories and experiences during a facilitated experience.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, April 11, 6:25 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, April 8, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
Online Gathering
Sunday, April 5, 4:00 - 5:30 PM Pacific
Climate Cafe and Adaptation Gym is a unique combination of engaging mindful communication, authentic relationship, and somatic/energetic practice in service of supporting ourselves and each other as we are in this time of transformation … together.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, April 4, 6:35 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, April 1, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, March 28, 6:45 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, March 25, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, March 21, 6:55 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, March 18, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, March 14, 7:05 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, March 11, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
Online Course
Every other Tuesday, Mar. 10 - May 19, 5:30 - 7:00 pm Pacific
Finding Your Way Through is an experiential journey of practices that cultivate healing, compassion, clarity, and growth. The key is in strengthening and deepening capacity to be present with complexity, discomfort, and impermanence.
Online Practice Group
Second Monday of each month,
March 9, 2026, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Pacific
Eye of the Hurricane Practice Group is a space for folks who have completed Eye of the Hurricane 1 and/or 2. Here, participants continue practicing, connecting, and inspiring each other … in community.
Online Experience
Monday, March 9, 9 - 11 am Pacific
Warm Data Labs and People Need People are a series of conversations where individuals share their stories and experiences during a facilitated experience.
In-person Gathering
Saturday, March 7, 6:10 AM Pacific
A front porch is a space to be in conversation, to sit in silence, to be free of lists and agendas, to be off-the-clock, and/or to simply let yourself be.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, March 4, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, February 11, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
Online Practice Group
Second Monday of each month,
February 9, 2026, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Pacific
Eye of the Hurricane Practice Group is a space for folks who have completed Eye of the Hurricane 1 and/or 2. Here, participants continue practicing, connecting, and inspiring each other … in community.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, February 4, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
We will pause for a half-hour to contemplate the illuminating wisdom of geologian and cultural historian Thomas Berry. As we pause and enter into communion with Thomas we will deepen into the understanding of what he called the Ecozoic Age – when the human and natural world go together into the future in a mutually enhancing relationship.
Online Gathering
Sunday, February 1, 4:00 - 5:30 PM Pacific
Climate Cafe and Adaptation Gym is a unique combination of engaging mindful communication, authentic relationship, and somatic/energetic practice in service of supporting ourselves and each other as we are in this time of transformation … together.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, January 28, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
Join us to re-member the power of practicing in a group, establishing a weekly rhythm of cultivating a sense of community and belonging as we engage, together, through sharing practices of meditation, exploration, and deep listening to ourselves and each other.
In-Person Community Event
Saturday, January 24, 1:00 - 3:00 PM Pacific
Now, more than ever before, we need to sense ourselves as community, coming together to support, assist, and inspire each other as we, along with every living being on Earth, face and meet the change, uncertainty, loss, and growth of being alive.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, January 21, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
Join us to re-member the power of practicing in a group, establishing a weekly rhythm of cultivating a sense of community and belonging as we engage, together, through sharing practices of meditation, exploration, and deep listening to ourselves and each other.
Online Gathering
Wednesday, January 14, 9 - 9:30 AM Pacific
Join us to re-member the power of practicing in a group, establishing a weekly rhythm of cultivating a sense of community and belonging as we engage, together, through sharing practices of meditation, exploration, and deep listening to ourselves and each other.
Online Practice Group
Second Monday of each month,
January 12, 2026, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Pacific
Eye of the Hurricane Practice Group is a space for folks who have completed Eye of the Hurricane 1 and/or 2. Here, participants continue practicing, connecting, and inspiring each other … in community.