📆 Saturday, August 8, 2026 🕧 4- 6:30pm 📍 Smoke Crest Animal Farm Rescue and Sanctuary- 830 Springhill Rd Barre, Ma 💲40/ person- proceeds support the care and feed of the animals 💫 Join Smoke Crest Farm, Kelly Knower Coaching, and Lion's Gate for a Rhythm Circle. Surrounded by the gentle presence of rescued animals, this experience invites you to ground in rhythm, nature, and community. 🌾 What to Expect • Guided grounding meditation • Introduction to simple, intuitive drumming rhythms • Group drumming journey to promote relaxation and release • Quiet reflection and integration time • Optional connection with sanctuary animals No experience necessary—just bring an open heart.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 8.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Barre, MA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
