Workshops at the Village
Fall into Stillness: An Autumn Sound Bath for Rest & Renewal
When: Monday, October 26 | 7:30-8:30 PM
Where: Village-Shaler Yoga Studio
Cost: $30
Fall invites us to slow down, soften, and gently release what we no longer need to carry.
Join Maria Hilton for an immersive sound bath designed to help you settle into the body, quiet the mind, and create space for rest, reflection, and renewal. Through breath, meditation, and the resonant tones of crystal singing bowls, you’ll be guided into a slower, more grounded rhythm.
This seasonal offering is an invitation to step away from the noise of everyday life, reconnect with yourself, and move gently with the natural transition of autumn.
Come as you are, get comfortable, and allow yourself space to rest, receive, and simply be.
✨ Want to make an evening of it? Arrive a little earlier and join Maria for her Kundalini Flow for Self-Connection yoga class from 6:00–7:00 PM. A grounding practice of movement, breathwork, and intentional stillness—the perfect way to ease into your sound bath experience.
Separate registration is required. Click on the registration button to reserve your spot for Kundalini Flow for Self-Connection .
The Grounded Woman: An Equine Wellness Retreat
🌿 This Retreat is Fully Booked!
We're so grateful for the wonderful response to The Grounded Woman. While registration is now closed, we hope to offer more opportunities to slow down, reconnect, and find your grounding. Stay connected for future gatherings!
When: Saturday, November 14 | 2:00–4:00 PM PM
Where: STAT Ligonier Therapeutic Center
222 Horse Power Miracles Ln, Ligonier, PA 15658
Cost: $85 per person
Space is limited to 10 participants.
Presented by STAT Ligonier Therapeutic Center in collaboration with Village Center for Holistic Therapy.
Step away from the noise of everyday life and into an afternoon of stillness, connection, and gentle renewal.
The Grounded Woman is a two-hour wellness retreat inviting women to disconnect from daily demands, reconnect with themselves, and experience the grounding presence of nature and the equines at STAT Ligonier Therapeutic Center.
With no schedules to rush through or expectations to meet, the afternoon will unfold at a gentle pace, allowing you to explore each experience in whatever way feels most comfortable.
Your Afternoon Will Include
Sound bath and guided meditation
Gentle journaling and reflection
Mindful connection with miniature donkeys and ponies
Equine education and engagement
A comforting selection of warm teas
Time to simply breathe, be present, and enjoy the natural surroundings
There is no pressure to perform, accomplish, or keep up. Come as you are, put your phone away for a while, sip something warm, and allow yourself the space to simply be.
Your Retreat Guides
This special afternoon will be facilitated by Katie Ferm, MSW, LSW, an EAGALA-Certified Mental Health Professional and staff member of both STAT Ligonier Therapeutic Center and Village Center for Holistic Therapy, alongside Cat Markosky, owner and CEO of STAT Ligonier Therapeutic Center and an EAGALA-Certified Equine Specialist.
Together, Katie and Cat will create a warm, welcoming environment where connection, curiosity, and personal comfort guide the experience.
Retreat Details
Payment is collected at the conclusion of the retreat by cash, check, or card. Space is intentionally limited to 10 participants to create a peaceful, intimate experience.
Two hours to unplug. To breathe. To reconnect. To feel grounded.
Third Thursdays Community Meditation
When: Thursdays, November 19 &
December 17 | 7:30-8:30 PM
Where: Village-West End
Cost: Donation Based
A beginner-friendly introduction to meditation, relaxation & mindful movement
Curious about meditation, but not quite sure where to begin? Join Dr. Victor Barbetti at for a relaxed, welcoming evening designed for people who are new to meditation—or simply want to deepen their ability to slow down, settle in, and pay attention.
Each Third Thursday combines a brief introduction to meditation and mindfulness with gentle movement, guided relaxation, and a 10-minute meditation practice. No previous experience with yoga or meditation is needed.
Come as you are. Wear comfortable clothes. No flexibility, special equipment, or ability to “clear your mind” required.
This donation-based class is open to beginners, with no prior meditation experience needed. Space is intentionally limited to approximately 10 participants, creating a small and welcoming setting to slow down, settle into your body, and attend more fully to your life.
A Heart-Opening Cacao Ceremony
When: Sunday, December 6 | 4:00-5:30 PM
Where: Village-Shaler Yoga Studio
Cost: Free-to-attend
Join us for a sacred and soulful Cacao Ceremony—an invitation to slow down, soften inward, and reconnect with your heart.
Gently guided by Dr. Barbetti, this experience weaves together intention-setting, meditation, and the ceremonial sipping of pure, plant-based cacao. Together, we’ll create space for grounding, emotional clarity, and deeper connection within.
To complement the evening, Luka Giralico—an intuitive and gifted Tarot reader—will be offering optional mini readings for $25. You’re welcome to sign up with Luka during the ceremony. (You can explore his work on TikTok: @lukathelight777.)
Space is limited, so we encourage you to register in advance using the link above.
Come as you are, and leave feeling nourished, aligned, and gently renewed. 🌿✨