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Honor the Summer Solstice with an introductory tarot class that welcomes complete newcomers as well as those looking to strengthen their connection to the cards. Build confidence reading in a way that feels fun, grounded, and a little magical while exploring the core structure of tarot, the role of numerology and symbolism, and how to trust intuition for personal interpretation. The class also delves into mysticism, archetypes, and energetic connection, then ties it all together with practical guidance for beginning to read for yourself and for others. A tarot deck is included so you can start your practice right away. Ideal for beginners and anyone drawn to the mystical.
Earth Yoga StudioSYSTEMA Martial Arts: Free Trial Class for Beginners
Explore a complimentary beginner-focused introduction to Systema at Triangle Aikido. This free trial class presents a holistic approach that weaves together elements of martial arts, yoga, massage, and meditation into practical skills for everyday life. The training emphasizes moving freely with solid structure and minimal tension, helping participants cultivate natural self-protection while building strength, flexibility, and composure under pressure. Instruction progresses at a comfortable pace for each person. Sessions often open with breathing, movement, and conditioning drills rooted in Russian martial arts to reduce tension and develop resilient bodies. Practice then moves into rolling, safe falling, groundwork, and themed movement exercises. Every class is unique, and improvement is measured through quality of movement, efficiency, and understanding over time. NC Systema is an official school of Systema Vasiliev, and instructors are certified annually by Systema Headquarters in Toronto.
Triangle Aikido, 4603 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC, United States, North Carolina 27705Retro Epics Film Series
Retro Epics Film Series brings big-screen spectacles to Cinema One at The Carolina Theatre of Durham, with admission priced at $12 per person. This screening spotlights George P. Cosmatos’ Tombstone (R, 1993, 130 min), a Western following lawman Wyatt Earp and his ally Doc Holliday as they take on a band of outlaws, culminating in the famed O.K. Corral gunfight. Expect taut face-offs, blazing shootouts, and standout turns from Kurt Russell, Val Kilmer, Sam Elliott, Bill Paxton, Jason Priestley, Michael Biehn, and Charlton Heston.
The Carolina Theatre of DurhamRhythm and Roots: Shekere + Afro-Cuban Dance
A hands-on Rhythm and Roots workshop brings traditional percussion and dance together, presented by the Living Arts Collective in collaboration with Africa Unplugged and the AfroCuban Conservatory. The program features a shekere class with Atiba Rorie and an Afro-Cuban dance session led by Vladimir Espinosa and Vilmedis Cobas Silot with live drumming. Participants may choose either class or take both. No prior experience is needed, and the dance workshop welcomes movers of all ages. Atiba Rorie is the founder of the international multi-genre band Africa Unplugged and has performed extensively, including appearances at Dance Africa in New York, TEDx Greensboro, the National Black Arts Festival, Black Dance USA, and two presidential inauguration celebrations. Vladimir Espinosa is a musician, actor, and choreographer from Havana who has worked with Teatro Caribeno and Teatro Orile in Cuba, Compania National De Danza and Rojo Oscuro in Ecuador, and has served as a teacher and musician accompanist for the American Dance Festival since 2005. Vilmedis Cobas Silot is a dancer, award-winning choreographer, and educator, with credits that include principal roles at the National Dance Company of Ecuador, performances with the Ecuadorian Chamber Ballet, and work with Subject to Change, Retazo Theater Dance Company, and Theatre of Caribbean Dance Company in Cuba. Pricing is $20 for one workshop or $30 for both.
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