Island Arts

Shamanic Journeying
2026-07-10 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Green TARA Space, 3275 US Rte 2, North Hero, VT, 05474, United States
Shamanic Journeying
Introduction to Shamanic Journeying
Date/Time: Friday, July 10, 2026; 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: GreenTARA Space; 3275 US-2, North Hero, VT
Cost: By Donation
RSVP: bhopvt@gmail.com or 802-922-8905
A Path to the Sacred: An Invitation to Shamanic Journeying
This is an invitation to the part of you that is curious about the mystery and magic just beneath the surface of everyday life. Whether this is your first time exploring the spirit worlds or you are a seasoned traveler, you are welcome here. We invite you to explore Shamanic Journeying—a way to connect with dimensions of reality that exist alongside our own.
What is Shamanic Journeying?
For those new to this, think of it as a form of “active dreaming.” By following the steady, rhythmic beat of a drum or rattle, we enter a natural trance state of awareness. This helps us shift our focus away from the noise of daily life so we can listen to the wisdom of the spirit realm. It is a simple, ancient practice used by people all over the world to find deeper meaning and connection.
The Gift of a Spirit Guide
In our time together, you will learn the basics of journeying and then have the opportunity to meet a compassionate helping spirit.
Meeting a spirit guide is about finding a wise and loving ally. This relationship offers a sense of partnership that reminds you that you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. This connection helps your perspective widen and your heart soften, giving you a greater sense of purpose. As you get to know your guides, you begin to remember your own true nature, allowing your “heartlight” to shine a little more brightly in your daily life.
If there is interest, we look forward to growing this community through continued gatherings.
Beth Hopwood is a shamanic healing practitioner who facilitates workshops and individual sessions designed to connect seekers with spirit guides, allies, and ancestral wisdom. Her journey to this work followed a successful corporate career in New York City and Northern California, where she held key roles at companies including Apple and Clorox. This background provides a uniquely grounded foundation for her spiritual practice, blending leadership with an ancient healing tradition.
A deeply trained facilitator, Beth completed a three-year Practitioner Training and a two-year Spiritual Facilitator program “Ennobling of the Heart’, led by Julie Kramer. Her lineage of study includes work with Sandra Ingerman and Betsy Bergstrom who specializes in compassionate depossession. Through her workshops, Beth guides others in meeting the allies and wisdom-keepers of the spirit realm to foster healing and growth.

Yin Yoga for All
2026-07-13 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-20 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-27 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-10 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-24 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-31 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Yin Yoga for All (Beginner, Aging, Active, and Athletic) with Bob Muncil
Island Arts Barn
June 22- Aug 31 (No class July 6 and Aug 3)
Monday mornings 9-10
Cost: $10 (cash, check, venmo at the door)
Yin Yoga is a contemplative practice that targets the connective tissues of the body such as tendons, ligaments, and the deep fascia network. This practice consists of going into a pose, finding stillness, and then connecting to the breath while holding the pose for 3-4 minutes. Most poses are seated poses similar to stretching poses. This is a great practice for people with an active mind as well as an active body. If you are new to yoga this is a wonderful place to start.
Bob is a certified Yin Yoga and meditation instructor. No experience necessary. No registration required. Just drop in. A limited number of mats will be available for use.

Kundalini Yoga with Kim Muncil
2026-07-15 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-22 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-29 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-08-12 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-08-19 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-08-26 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-09-02 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Kundalini Yoga with Kim Muncil
Island Arts Barn
June 24, 2026 – Sept 2, 2026 (No class July 8 and Aug 5)
Wednesday mornings 9:00-10:30
Cost: $15 (cash, check, venmo at the door)

Kundalini Yoga is an ancient practice that includes movement, breathwork, meditation, and chanting. Each class has a theme and so each class is very different. Classes are designed yoga sets (kriyas) that work on specific physical, emotional, and mental aspects of the body. It is a beautiful practice that will raise your energy and touch your heart. Kim’s classes include live music and end with a gong relaxation. Kim is a 500 hr Kundalini and meditation instructor as well as a certified breath coach. No experience is necessary. No registration required. Just drop in. A limited number of yoga mats are available to use.

Tai Chi
2026-07-16 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-30 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-13 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-20 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-27 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-03 16:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Tai ChiDate and Time: Every Thursday from May 28 – September 3, 2026, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Instructor: Rob Rousseau
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 U.S. Rte. 2, N. Hero
Tickets: Free, Donations to Island Arts appreciated
Prior to attending class, please call Rob Rousseau to register or for more information at 802-373-0947.
Join us in Tai Chi for health and relaxation. New students are always welcome.Tai Chi is, literally, the connecting of individual energy to the universe energy through a series of movements. Moving simply and letting go of our own blocks allows Chi, or energy, to flow.
QiGong is a method of movement from which Tai Chi and a plethora of other movements have evolved.
Classes held outside weather permitting; otherwise, class will move inside the barn.
Classes are also held every Monday and Wednesday at 4:00 pm, and every Tuesday and Friday at 9:00 am at the Congregational Church of South Hero, 24 South St. in South Hero, VT
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A Shared Talk
2026-08-13 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
A Shared Talk
Due to an unforeseen circumstances
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2 North Hero VT
Date and Time: August 13, 2026 6-7:30 PM
Free (Donations to Island Arts gratefully accepted)
Join two friends, Bob Muncil and Tim Carney, as they share their heartfelt stories of addiction, recovery, and their paths toward spiritual and personal transformation. Through honesty, humility, and lived experience, they reflect on the struggles and the practices that helped them move forward from addiction and all that goes with it, to greater awareness, compassion, purpose and joy.
Together, they will speak about the power of connection, the role of spirituality in recovery, and the daily choices that support a life of balance and growth. Their message is one of hope, resilience, and the possibility of change. Whether you struggle with addiction or not, this shared talk will inspire you. All are welcome.

Gong Sound Immersion
2026-09-16 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Gong Sound ImmersionDate/Time: September 17, 2026 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero.
Cost: $10.00
Join Kim and Bob Muncil for one last offering this season as we say goodbye to summer. This offering is not a yoga class. It is a relaxation experience with the intention of letting go. Participants will be guided with gentle movement and breath to begin. Then they will lie down on their yoga mat and relax to the vibrations of the gong. The experience will end with two chants to live music. You can bring a blanket and pillow for your comfort; there will be some available to use. No yoga or gong experience necessary.

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