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Cultivating Stillness and Nurturing the Soul in 2025

The Center at Mariandale, in Ossining, has released its 2025 retreat and workshop lineup, inviting visitors to their peaceful setting along the Hudson River where new programs have been designed to inspire reflection, connection and personal growth amidst the center’s scenic grounds.

Kicking off the new year, the Spirituality of Body and Mind Retreat will run from 5 p.m., January 3 through 1:30 p.m., January 5, 2025. Facilitated by Tim Shannon, the retreat invites participants to reflect on the theme Stillness in Crazy Times through activities like yoga, group discussions, a sound bath and meditation. The $295 fee includes a private room, meals and workshops.

Following this, the Burrowing Deep: A Silent Directed Retreat will take place from 5 p.m., January 23, 2025,  through 1 p.m., January 26, 2025. Led by Judy Schiavo, Carol Mackey and Gaynell Cronin, this retreat offers a time for quiet prayer, spiritual direction and inner reflection. The cost is $385, all-inclusive.

The Center at Mariandale is a sponsored ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Hope. Additional 2025 retreats and programs will cover topics like spirituality, contemplative practices, social and environmental justice, interfaith dialogue, the arts and holistic wellness. The center also welcomes nonprofit groups and organizations for day or overnight workshops, retreats and conferences. A full calendar is available online.

Location: 299 N. Highland Ave., Ossining. For more information or to register, call 914-941-4455, email [email protected] or visit Mariandale.org.



Mariandale Retreat Center - 299 North Highland Avenue, Ossining, NY

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