Hey crew! Welcome back to Thrivency’s weekly newsletter 👋🏽
Mid-year check in: how are you actually doing? If the answer is "running on empty," then this event lineup is for you. This week’s newsletter contains a little bit of everything, from rooftop Pilates to lakeside sound baths, so you can show up for yourself this summer.
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🔎 In this issue:
📍 Charlotte, NC Events
The Wellness Hour (July 11) - Experience a trusted space where women can learn about PMS and PMDD from Dr. Long and build relationships with other local wellness vendors
Community Wellness Reset (July 11) - Join a community of women coming together for a morning of wellness, encouragement, and meaningful connection
Mid-Year Wellness Check (July 23) - Check in with Ladies Lifestyle Network on how you’re progressing toward your 2026 wellness goals and how you can find an accountability partner to get it done
YogaFit in the Park (July 24) - Celebrate one year of YogaFit with a free, outdoor vinyasa flow set to hip hop, house, and bounce
Minority Mental Health Awareness Fair & Meditation Walk (July 25) - Pour into your wellbeing with a peaceful meditation walk, paired with access to mental health orgs and resources dedicated to our community
Create your Vision Board (Aug 1) - Bring your own supplies and leave with a clear, visual roadmap for exactly where you're headed next
Black Men’s Wellness Day (Aug 22) - Register for a wellness festival designed to connect Black men with critical health information through free screenings, a kids zone, and live entertainment
📍 Atlanta, GA Events
Mats & Matcha (July 18) - Flow through a mat Pilates session, then stay for a handcrafted iced matcha, energy bites, and a post-class mingle
Plants & Pilates (July 19) - Spend a Sunday afternoon in a plant-filled oasis for an all-levels Pilates class
Midweek Reset for Professional Black Women (July 22) - Stop waiting for the weekend to recover with a 90-minute guided nature walk and grounding exercises
Love Conquers All Tour By Somalia (July 23) - Bring your blanket to The Gathering Spot for a guided sound bath followed by an intimate live performance from award-winning singer-songwriter Somalia
WHOLE. WELL. & WORTHY. (Aug 15) - Designed for women who have been putting their health last, this free experience brings together top local wellness practitioners
Summer Stretch (July 18 and Aug 15) - Awaken with the sun at Cascade Springs Nature Preserve for a free, accessible outdoor yoga series
📍 Raleigh/Durham, NC Events
SCULPT + SOUND: SUMMER PILATES PARTY (July 19) - Vibe out to a live DJ set while flowing through a classical mat Pilates session at Nuestro Barrio Liberation Center
Soft Life With Standards A Wellness & Connection Experience (July 23) - Experience meaningful guided conversations and a special guest speaker focused on self-worth
Meet Me On The Brick (July 30) - Show up to a high-energy brick class that blends cardio, creativity, and movement
Pilates ME Please (Aug 5) - Reserve your spot for a three-hour women's wellness morning blending mat Pilates, light lunch, vendors, and meaningful connection
Healthy Heritage Lifestyle Sisters' Day of Wellness (Aug 29) - Gather for a morning of sisterhood, health education, and good energy
📍 DMV Events
Soma Wellness Club X Higher Ground: Sunday Funday - A Wellness Reset (July 12) - Bring your mat and towel to this Sunday wellness reset at Higher Ground in DC
GROUNDED: A Men's Wellness Experience (July 19) - Designed for Black men who are ready to set it all down, this half-day gathering leads with rest as resistance
SANKOFA: Guided Meditation, Play, Meditative Movement and Relaxation (July 19) - Experience a nervous system reset with poetry writing, somatic dance with live musical accompaniment, and a closing sound bath
DMV Healers Gather & Grow — A Collective Wellness Mixer (July 22) - Whether you're a therapist, sound healer, or community worker, this free mixer is your invitation to connect with fellow wellness professionals
Urban Yoga Wellness and Education (UYWE) Wellness by Design HHH (July 25) - Kick off your Saturday with an energizing yoga flow, with proceeds helping Urban Yoga Wellness and Education open their very first brick-and-mortar space
Mobility & Movement Workshop, Reservoir Recharge Wellness Weekend Series (Aug 23) - Wake up your body with this free, expert-led mobility session overlooking Reservoir Park
📍 New York City Events
Rest Fest 2026 (July 12) - Enjoy a family-friendly wellness festival centered on restoration and collective care
BGFC x HELD Community Picnic (July 18) - Bring a blanket, a snack, and yourself to Herbert Von King Park for a free summer afternoon of effortless community
NYC Rooftop Sculpt & Sound Bath Midtown (July 18) - Elevate with a 60-minute breathwork-infused sculpt session followed by a guided sound meditation
Fertility & Prenatal Wellness Yoga (Aug 6) - This intimate evening pairs expert speaker sessions with a gentle guided yoga practice and closes with tea and open conversation
PAUSE. PADDLE. PEACE…A Wellness on the Water Experience (Every Saturday) - Trade your mat for a kayak on the Hoboken Waterfront for this half-day retreat from Free Flowing Wellness
On SATURDAY: SATURDAY SPRINT SESSIONS (Every Saturday) - Lace up and hit the McCarren Park track for a free, open-level sprint session
📍 Los Angeles Events
The Ritmo Collective (July 12) - this session blends the fluidity of yoga with the strength and precision of Pilates for a full-body, grounding experience.
Sound Healing Meditation (July 17) - Wind down your week with an hour of soothing sound vibrations and guided meditation designed to help you de-stress
Wellness Social (July 18) - Pull up for an afternoon of dynamic panel conversations, wellness activations, and a curated vendor marketplace
Beach Wellness Summit: The Vegan Taste Experience (Aug 9) - Trade the city noise for ocean breeze and a full day of plant-based cuisine and wellness experiences