SHAKE! Dates:
FEB 11
FEB 25
MARCH 11
MARCH 25
APRIL 8
APRIL 22

SHAKE!
2nd & 4th Wednesdays
6:30-8pm
February- April, 2026
facilitated by Alexia Buono or Amanda Franz
$10-30 suggested donation- no one turned away for lack of funds

Shaking is a durational practice that helps relieve our bodily selves from staying stuck in patterns that no longer serve us. It is one of many modalities of body-centered responses that Resmaa Menakem cites, including “collective humming, rocking, rhythmic clapping, drumming, singing, grounding touch, wailing circles, and call and response.”

For a Group Shake, the invitation is to come together to shake our bodies in an array of tonalites and scales, from the constant shaking of our cells to sweat-inducing vigorous movement. There is a playlist of music and sounds that is played at a loud volume..The space is queer and trans affirming, facilitated by Alexia Buono or Amanda Franz. 

Accessibility Notes:

• There is an air filter in the space. 
  
• We are not requiring that you mask or test for COVID prior to attending the shake, and do support those who want to and will mask at the event.  Windows may be opened as needed/possible. ​
• Bring water to hydrate.

Flow of the shake:
Facilitator will hold a brief opening circle where they will name lineage, give a brief explanation of the practice of Shaking,  share what to expect, followed by 60 min playlist of uninterrupted music and shaking, and end with a brief closing practice.  

**Copy co-written by Alexia Buono and Amanda Franz