$35.00 (Pre register; $40.00 the day of).  Mercy By the Sea, 167 Neck Rd, Madison, CT06443 www.mercybythesea.org 

Knitting is the new yoga, so why not combine them for a truly relaxing experience? Our first workshop in January was a success, we thought we would continue them locally at the Mercy Center, a beautiful retreat center right on the shoreline (The Mercy Center is closed in December, so this class held in Middletown).  In each 4 hour session, Sybil will lead the class in an all levels practice, Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep), and supported poses.   This practice will focus on postures and movements that encourage proper alignment for sustained knitting sessions, with special attention to the neck, shoulders and wrists.  We will also cultivate an attitude of calm and relaxed attention with breathing and meditation.  Sybil will also offer ways to weave the spirit of Yoga into your knitting projects. For the December workshop, Cynthia Barraford will be offering Chair Massage for an 

Dayna is the owner of Madison Wool, a yarn and fiber shop in Madison, CT.  She will lead the class in your choice of projects suitable for total beginner to intermediate knitters. Each session could have a theme, a technique, or simply be a fun knitting circle.  We look forward to your input!  

Light refreshments will be provided.