Events
LEARN. FEEL. SENSE.
An integrative exploration of mindfulness practices, holistic equine nutrition, compassionate communication, horse-human connection, and theTwinergy™ Method of Healing. Through guided learning, embodied mindfulness, and live demonstrations with horses, participants will explore how nourishment extends beyond food to include environment, nervous system regulation, presence, and relationship. Event takes place at Mondiwell and Mango Bay Equestrian Center
Horse Stories Writing Workshop
Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse (and learn more about it) by writing stories about free-spiritedness, transformation and passionate purpose. Whether you focus on an experience with horses or ways to get through the wild ride that is life, we'll saddle up for an authentic storytelling experience. Led by Mondiwell founder Lara Wilson, MA, past curator of the Concord Festival of Authors and master fiction writing instructor.
Morning Library Meditation
Try a 30-minute morning meditation practice through the Concord Free Public Library, and start your day with a moment of ease. Discover mindful tools that center the body, settle the mind, and open the door to wellbeing. Guided by Lara Wilson of Mondiwell.
The Concord Free Public Library's programs are free to the public thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library and the Concord Free Public Library Corporation.
Morning Library Meditation
Try a 30-minute morning meditation practice through the Concord Free Public Library, and start your day with a moment of ease. Discover mindful tools that center the body, settle the mind, and open the door to wellbeing. Guided by Lara Wilson of Mondiwell.
The Concord Free Public Library's programs are free to the public thanks to the generous support of the Friends of the Concord Free Public Library and the Concord Free Public Library Corporation.
NOURISH & CONNECT MEDITATION at Debra’s Natural Gourmet
As spring arrives, join Lara at Debra’s Natural Gourmet in West Concord, MA for mindful meditation practices that help enhance our ability to destress, connect and nourish ourselves. Try a variety of practices that re-regulate the nervous system, and share conversation about the path of mindful living. FREE with limited space - call Debra’s to register 978.371.7573 ext 2
Monday Mindfulness
Join Lara to discuss a selection of mindful books she has shared for years with the Library Morning Meditation group. Bring your favorite mindfulness title, and try a simple meditative practice. All are welcome to this conversation about the benefits of mindful reading. FREE and for ALL! REGISTER through THE CFPL
Horse Stories Book Group
EVENT WILL BE RESCHEDULED DUE TO RECENT BLIZZARD. Join our NEW seasonal online book group hosted by Mondiwell founder, Lara Wilson, literary fiction writer, teacher and former curator of the Concord Festival of Authors. Share insights about the art of storytelling, history, world building and character motivation. Discover how reading and discussing books benefits our wellbeing!
HORSE STORIES: Conversations about Whole Horse Care & Connection
The YEAR OF THE FIRE HORSE begins FEBRUARY 17! What does that mean, and how will you move forward with purpose? Join Equine Experiential Experts for a community conversation about the evolving field of integrative equine care and training that honors the horse. Learn evidence-based ways to connect deeply with horses and yourSELF, and how these practices benefit your overall wellBEing as well as horse and human relationships. REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 1pm on 2/17/26
Write, Read, Refresh: Accessing the Deeper Story
February has deep meaning for Mondiwell’s founder, Lara, as it is her birth month as well as when years ago she lost her mother, and five days later her mentor, master of the short story, Andre Dubus. To honor the evolving nature of life and storytelling, in February 2026 Lara will offer masterful writing workshops that help us access our deeper stories.
Morning Library Meditation
MEDITATE with Mondiwell online through the Concord Free Public Library on Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. FREE AND FOR ALL! Register to get your Zoom Link from the library HERE
Meditate to Connect for Humans and Horses
Join Mondiwell at Mango Bay Equestrian for Meditate to Connect! We’ll begin in MBE’s cozy indoor space to try meditation practices that regulate the nervous system, then will head outside to discover how horses respond to this state of ease in ways that deepen a sense of well-being.
Morning Library Meditation
MEDITATE with Mondiwell online through the Concord Free Public Library on Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. FREE AND FOR ALL! Register to get your Zoom Link from the library HERE
FRIENDS OF THE FOREST Women’s Book Group
Mondiwell is thrilled to collaborate with Friends of the Forest through the organization’s Mystic Brews & Literary Views Book Group for Women. Mondiwell founder and literary arts collaborator, Lara Wilson, will lead a reader-centered conversation about Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt ONLINE Monday, Jan. 26 at 7:00-8:30 pm
Morning Library Meditation
MEDITATE with Mondiwell online through the Concord Free Public Library on Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. FREE AND FOR ALL! Register to get your Zoom Link from the library HERE
Morning Library Meditation
MEDITATE with Mondiwell online through the Concord Free Public Library! Lara Wilson guides simple practices that incorporate mindful readings from a variety of books. BE part of our virtual sangha, or BEloved community, now in our 7th year of group practice!
Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. FREE AND FOR ALL
Register to get your Zoom Link from the library HERE
Morning Library Meditation
MEDITATE with Mondiwell online through the Concord Free Public Library! Lara Wilson guides simple practices that incorporate mindful readings from a variety of books. BE part of our virtual sangha, or BEloved community, now in our 7th year of group practice!
Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. FREE AND FOR ALL
Register to get your Zoom Link from the library HERE
Meditate to Connect for Humans and Horses
Join Mondiwell at Mango Bay Equestrian for Meditate to Connect! We’ll begin in MBE’s quiet indoor space to try simple meditation practices that settle the nervous system and enhance relaxation. Discover how the body and mind naturally reclaim a state of balance through compassionate attention, gentle movement and relative stillness. Then, we’ll head outside to explore from the fence line how horses respond to this state of ease in ways that deepen a sense of well-being.
Sunday, January 4 at 1:00 – 2:30pm
Sunday, February 8 at 1:00 – 2:30pm
Led by Equine Energy practitioner, Lara Wilson, MA, GMCS, TSMa, RYT-200, Reiki Master
REGISTER HERE through Mango Bay Equestrian
HOLIDAY GIFT
NEED A LAST-MINUTE HOLIDAY GIFT? Reserve time for your own wellBEing, treat a friend or invite a group to Mondiwell’s serene BEtreat space in the new year. Choose from:
guided meditation
gentle restorative yoga
energy healing
mindful movement
nature immersion / forest bathing
writing in the flow state
Release stress, feel your mind settle, and leave feeling replenished and ready to start a new year of wellness! For more info or to curate your experience, contact Mondiwell founder Lara Wilson, MA, GCMS, RYT200, TSMa and Reiki Master by calling 978-219-2962 or email info@mondiwell.com
Morning Library Meditation
FREE Meditation through the Concord Free Public Library now in our 6th year! Join our online sangha, or BEloved community, as we meditate with compassion and intention. Mondiwell founder, Lara Wilson, guides simple practices that incorporate mindful readings from a variety of books. Takes place online Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. Get your Registration Link from the library HERE
Morning Library Meditation
FREE Meditation through the Concord Free Public Library now in our 6th year! Join our online sangha, or BEloved community, as we meditate with compassion and intention. Mondiwell founder, Lara Wilson, guides simple practices that incorporate mindful readings from a variety of books. Takes place online Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. Get your Registration Link from the library HERE
Meditate to Connect for Humans and Horses
Join us for a NEW practice at Mango Bay Equestrian, Meditate to Connect. We’ll begin in MEB’s quiet indoor space to try simple meditation practices that settle the nervous system and enhance relaxation. Discover how the body and mind naturally reclaim a state of balance through compassionate attention, gentle movement and relative stillness. Then, we’ll head outside to explore from the fence line how horses respond to this state of ease in ways that deepen a sense of well-being.
Sunday, November 2 at 1:00 – 2:30pm
Sunday, December 7 at 1:00 – 2:30pm
Led by Equine Energy practitioner, Lara Wilson, MA, GMCS, TSMa, RYT-200, Reiki Master and Mondiwell founder
REGISTER HERE through Mango Bay Equestrian
Morning Library Meditation
FREE Meditation through the Concord Free Public Library now in our 6th year! Join our online sangha, or BEloved community, as we meditate with compassion and intention. Mondiwell founder, Lara Wilson, guides simple practices that incorporate mindful readings from a variety of books. Takes place online Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. Get your Registration Link from the library HERE
Morning Library Meditation
FREE Meditation through the Concord Free Public Library now in our 6th year! Join our online sangha, or BEloved community, as we meditate with compassion and intention. Mondiwell founder, Lara Wilson, guides simple practices that incorporate mindful readings from a variety of books. Takes place online Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. Get your Registration Link from the library HERE
Nature of Philosophy Walks
Walk, learn and spark wellBEing! Join us to inspire your mind, move your body, and deepen your connection to nature. Your mindful guide, Jacob Milendorf, will share insights from a variety of philosophers on the nature of being human, and offer a simple meditative practice. Walks take place at Fairyland Pond in the Hapgood-Wright Forest, along the beautiful paths Thoreau and Emerson ambled on their way to Walden Pond. Ample parking in the lot across from the Concord-Carlisle High School entrance at 500 Walden Street, Concord, MA.
Saturday, October 11, 18, 25; November 1, 8, 15
Suggested Donation: $20 per Walk or $100 for all 6
REGISTER TODAY to walk in the woods for wellBEing!
Morning Library Meditation
FREE Meditation through the Concord Free Public Library now in our 6th year! Join our online sangha, or BEloved community, as we meditate with compassion and intention. Mondiwell founder, Lara Wilson, guides simple practices that incorporate mindful readings from a variety of books. Takes place online Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. Get your Registration Link from the library HERE
RESCUED HEARTS documentary film screening
Mondiwell presents
A Screening of the First Hour of
RESCUED HEARTS
An award-winning documentary about the miracles, mystery and science of healing with horses.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12
6:30 - 9:30 pm
First-hour film screening followed by a conversation with local compassionate equine practitioners who help humans and horses Be Well.
Meet at Mondiwell in Concord, MA for refreshments before screening the early-release first hour of RESCUED HEARTS, followed by conversation with:
Kerry Bosman, Compassionate Equine Trainer and Owner of Mango Bay Equestrian in Bedford, MA, who believes that “Horseback riding should prioritize soundness in the horse and balance in the rider.”
Kate Ford, offering psychotherapy with horses at Moonlight Ranch in Tyngsboro, MA that “incorporates a compassion-centered approach build on a foundation of well-being, consent and safety.”
Jessica O’Neill, Holistic Nutritionist and Healer at Orchard Brook Farm in Charlemont, MA, whose practices reveal how “Healing work with humans and horses helps to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, bring back balance and provide an environment in which the body can heal itself.”
$44 per person. Details and directions to Mondiwell’s retreat space provided after registration.
Proceeds support the Wellness with Horses program at Mango Bay Equestrian and the Star Fire Sponsorship for senior horse transformation at Orchard Brook Farm
Please note: Rescued Hearts explores mature themes and may be best suited best for adults or teens.
Can’t make it to the screening, but want to help horses thrive? Please consider donating any amount to support the causes above HERE
Coffee with Horses at MBE
Enjoy some coffee or tea along with quiet reflection in the company of amazing herd members at Mango Bay Equestrian in Bedford, MA. Meditation with horses is a unique experience because they offer us their gift of coherence. Take some time for yourself to rejuvenate and connect with nature. One participant said, “I feel like I just went to the spa for an hour, I’m so relaxed.”
For anyone age 18 years or older. No horse experience required. Takes place seated in an indoor arena.
Nature of Philosophy Walks
Walk, learn and spark wellBEing! Join us to inspire your mind, move your body, and deepen your connection to nature. Your mindful guide, Jacob Milendorf, will share insights from a variety of philosophers on the nature of being human, and offer a simple meditative practice. Walks take place at Fairyland Pond in the Hapgood-Wright Forest, along the beautiful paths Thoreau and Emerson ambled on their way to Walden Pond. Ample parking in the lot across from the Concord-Carlisle High School entrance at 500 Walden Street, Concord, MA.
Saturday, October 11, 18, 25; November 1, 8, 15
Suggested Donation: $20 per Walk or $100 for all 6
REGISTER TODAY to walk in the woods for wellBEing!
Morning Library Meditation
FREE Meditation through the Concord Free Public Library now in our 6th year! Join our online sangha, or BEloved community, as we meditate with compassion and intention. Mondiwell founder, Lara Wilson, guides simple practices that incorporate mindful readings from a variety of books. Takes place online Thursday mornings at 8:30 - 9:00am. Get your Registration Link from the library HERE