Pages II Poses: Posing with Parables

"Every story I create, creates me. I write to create myself. Every story I write adds to me a little, changes me a little, forces me to reexamine an attitude or belief, causes me to research and learn, helps me to understand people and grow." - Octavia Butler

For this iteration of Pages II Poses, we will lean on some of the lessons and the last words of Octavia Butler, our matriarch of Black speculative fiction. Known to not mince her words, we will engage with many topics and interviews, including her final conversation with a young podcaster, which happened mere weeks before her untimely transition.

Pages II Poses isn’t your typical book club or yoga class. It’s an embodied book club experience where the bending and folding of pages inspire poses and guide us toward reflection, healing, and self-discovery. This is a unique and transformative opportunity that blends the power of movement and literature to build community and connection.

Things to look forward to:

🌟 Guided Movement Practices: Bring the themes to life in your body.

🌟 Engaging Discussion: Participate in thought-provoking conversations that strengthen

our connection to ourselves and the text.

🌟 Purposeful Practice: Walk away with offerings and insights to weave into your daily life.

Octavia gave us predictions that became our present. Join us as we create portals toward different pathways for our future.

What to Bring:

• Comfortable clothing suitable for movement
• A yoga mat (a limited number of mats will be available)
• Water bottle
• Chairs will be provided for those who prefer to practice seated
• An open mind and heart!

This session welcomes folx 18+ of all physical abilities. No prior experience in yoga. To ensure a meaningful and intimate experience, space is limited, and a select number of tickets will be available. So secure your ticket quickly.

Doors open at 11:30 am. We will start at 12 Sharp!

Light refreshments will be provided.

About your Facilitators:

tasha is an artist, Pleasure Activist, and Intimacy Doula. Jazy is a Yoga Educator and Street Photographer. Both have over 10 years of experience and call The Boogie Down Bronx home.