Our Impact
In collaboration with our amazing partners, the Tengu Center has hosted numerous impactful events and workshops, promoting community engagement, personal growth, and positive change across diverse ages, backgrounds, and locations. Check out our event highlights below, and meet our incredible partners here!
Cat Yoga!
In Partnership with Good Karma Studio and Whiskers Animal Shelter
The Tengu Center hosted its first Cat Yoga fundraiser in partnership with Good Karma Studio. The event supported the growth of the nonprofit, with half of the proceeds donated to Whiskers, a no-kill cat rescue. This event emphasized community support and enlightenment, focusing on mental and emotional wellness. Attendees enjoyed body movement, meaningful conversation, and time with the furry friends, creating an uplifting experience while supporting a greater cause.
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Check the event photos here!
Crockpot Conversations
In Partnership with the Honest Weight Food Co-op
While demonstrating how to make chili three ways, our founding board member, led a workshop on defining self-care and best practices to maintain it in a hectic world.
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Goat Yoga
In Partnership with June Farms and the Hot Yoga Spot
This Spring event at June Farms brought together yogis and animal lovers for a fun-filled Goat Yoga session led by the Hot Yoga Spot. Participants, whether experienced or new to yoga, enjoyed laughter, community-building, and playful moments with the goats.
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Take a look at the event photos here!
Expressive Arts Workshop for Veterans
In Partnership with CREATE Community Studios, Arts4Vets, and the Veterans Miracle Center
Near and dear to our hearts, this event centered on our Veteran community. Our partners at Stewart's Shops sponsored 10 military veterans to take an expressive arts workshop led by a licensed creative arts therapist at CREATE Community Studios. The session provided a space to connect, relax, and engage through painting - mental wellness at its best. The Tengu Center also provided a donation of essential items were also for our friends at the Veterans Miracle Center.
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Check out our event photos here!
Grocery Store Tour!
With Hannaford's 2020 Dietitian of the Year, Fran Weiss
A huge thank you to Hannaford Supermarkets and their wonderful dietitian Fran Weiss for an unforgettable Grocery Store Tour in Albany! 🛒🌟 Fran provided invaluable guidance on reading food labels, introduced Hannaford’s Guiding Stars nutrition rating system, and shared practical tips for healthier choices. Attendees enjoyed fun treats like mini mandarin orange pumpkins and apple pie hummus, along with thoughtful gift bags that made the event extra special! Don’t forget—Fran is available at the Colonie Hannaford in her Nutrition Nook, offering 1:1 support to help you on your wellness journey. We’re so grateful for Hannaford’s partnership and Fran’s dedication as we continue bringing empowering events to our community!
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Check out our event photos here!