Name: Drum Circle in the Park
Start: 2025-05-09T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Granada Park

Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars as we celebrate the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower with music, storytelling, and community connection.

**📅 Date & Time:** Saturday, April 26, 2025

* Campsite opens at 3:00 PM
* Campfire and music begin at 6:30 PM
* Park entry gate closes at 8:00 PM (re-entry code available for those arriving before 8:00 PM)
* Reserved under Gary Burwasser or The Medicine Way

**📍 Location:** Minks Group Campsite
McDowell Mountain Regional Park
16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr, Fort McDowell, AZ 85264
\*Look for a mushroom flag or other signage about 5 miles down the main road from the park entrance gate on the right side.
[Park Information](https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/mcdowell-mountain-regional-park/)

**🌌 Event Highlights:**

* **Lyrid Meteor Shower Viewing:** Experience the Lyrids, active from April 16–25, peaking on April 22. Expect up to 20 meteors per hour under ideal conditions.
* **Live Music & Open Jam:** Bring your instruments—drums, guitars, ukuleles, harmonicas, or any unique instruments—and share your musical talents around the campfire.
* **Storytelling & Sharing:** An open space to share your stories, life experiences, and connect with others in a supportive environment.
* **Camping Option:** Stay overnight or just join us for the evening. The campsite accommodates RVs (no hookups), tents, and vehicles. Facilities are available on-site.

**🎟️ Fees:**

* Park entry per vehicle:
* Overnight: $15
* Evening only: $8
* Contributions toward the campsite reservation are appreciated and will be based on the number of attendees.

**🧳 What to Bring:**

* Firewood
* Musical instruments
* A food item to share (optional)
* Chairs and blankets for sky viewing
* Warm layers (desert nights can be chilly)
* Flashlight or lantern
* A great attitude and openness to connect
* Camping gear, food, and water if staying overnight

**♻️ Carpooling Encouraged:** Save on entrance fees and reduce environmental impact by carpooling with fellow attendees.
**📞 Contact:** Gary Burwasser
Phone: 602-919-6037

Let's come together to witness the beauty of the cosmos, share in music and stories, and appreciate the wonders of our universe.

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**🚫 Disclaimer & Liability Release:**
This is a private, community-organized event intended for individuals to connect through music, storytelling, and nature. The organizers do not promote, endorse, or permit the use or possession of illegal substances. All participants are expected to comply with local, state, and federal laws.

By attending, you acknowledge that your participation is voluntary and at your own risk. The organizers are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage to person or property. You agree to hold harmless and indemnify the organizers from any claims arising from your participation.

Arizona Psychedelic Society

Andrea Twitchell

Gary Burwasser

Jonathon

Larisa

Lydia Ciummo

Shannon McNamee

Karla Meinen 

Ryan Cordova

Cara

Shireen

Anya

jesse

Jasim Sukhera

Linda Lawrence

Dennis

Janette Freeman

Wesley Dodson

Lyrids Meteor Shower Celebration: Music under the Stars

McDowell Mountain Regional Park Trailhead Staging Area

🌟**Weekly Psychedelic Society Talk 2025** 🌈

Join us on **Monday, April 28th at 7pm at Meraki Kava Bar** to hear from Gary "Andy" Bowen about his experiences with Ketamine.

Like a lot of people, Andy grew up in an abusive home and experienced quite a bit of trauma in his early life which led to decades of depression, PTSD, and alcohol addiction. After decades of therapy, countless AA meetings, antidepressants, and multiple suicide attempts, he heard about Ketamine and decided to give it a try. Through the VA, he began receiving infusions at a Ketamine clinic. It was life-changing but he says the results only lasted 2-3 weeks at a time.

When the VA stopped approving Ketamine, he began dosing at home with a unique approach to using the medicine. Fourteen months ago, between Christmas and New Year he had what he describes as a spontaneous spiritual awakening. Over the next few months, he lost 80 pounds, and got off all medications for diabetes, high blood pressure, and ulcers.

Today, Andy is a self-described nomad and lives full-time in his RV. He works with other nomads on healing, personal growth, and helping others with their own spiritual awakenings. He does energy work, sound healing, and uses Ketamine as a catalyst for those ready to explore ego disillusionment and non-dual awareness. When asked about how his life is going these days, he usually responds: "I love my life, I walk in gratitude every day. And I can’t believe I get to live like this."

Arizona Psychedelic Society: ([https://www.meetup.com/arizona-psychedelic-society/](https://www.meetup.com/arizona-psychedelic-society/?fbclid=IwAR2MYZEOzPADOLLzDYfT7gfxeJduWVdNNxrU9hTGM06I5vBygn9slc9kXoM))
Arizona Psychedelic Society FB group: (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555951857796)
Arizona Psychedelic Website: (https://arizonapsychedelicsociety.com/)

Samantha

Adam Staples

Troy Madsen

Hector Perez

Rebecca

James Carr

Shannon 

Monday Night Psychedelic Talk Series: Andy Bowen

Meraki AZ Kava Bar

### **The Body as a Sacred Vessel – Bridging Physical and Spiritual Wellness**

Join us for our next sacred talking circle as we explore **the body as a sacred vessel**—a bridge between the physical and spiritual, carrying the wisdom of our experiences, emotions, and ancestral lineage. In both Indigenous traditions and modern healing practices, the body is honored as a living expression of spirit, deserving of deep care, respect, and reverence.

Together, we will reflect on:

* How our bodies store memories, emotions, and trauma—and how awareness helps us release and heal.
* The connection between movement, breath, and ceremony in cultivating physical and energetic well-being.
* Practices for deepening our relationship with the body, from plant medicine integration to grounding rituals and mindful nourishment.
* Shifting from viewing the body as something to be "fixed" or judged, to honoring it as a sacred guide on our journey.

This circle is a space to share, listen, and hold ourselves and each other in deep compassion. As we explore the wisdom of the body, we reclaim it as a vessel of healing, strength, and connection to the Divine.

Come with an open heart, ready to reflect, release, and embrace the sacredness of your being.

\*Donation based event.

Brian Blees

Joseph Martinka

Keith M

Michael

brian.sherry.blees

Breanna M

Audry

Talking Circle: The Body as a Sacred Vessel

Pyle Adult Recreation Center

Please join for an exploration into the intersections of time, space, and sound!

We will be exploring some of the known potential benefits of playing percussion, such as communal processing of communication and healing, building interpersonal connections, relieving stress and allowing personal expression, and opening journeys into trance like states and shifting brain waves. Hopefully you will find your own unique benefits too!

If this will be your first time drumming, you may want to consider bringing a pair of gloves to protect your hands, and leaving watches, bracelets, or rings at home to protect the drums.

Open to any experience level (including no experience!) If you can count to four, you are welcome to join. Some hand drums and various shakers and rattles will be available if you don't have your own. If you do, please bring!

Feel free to bring a blanket or a chair if you have one. Hope to see you there!

Tina Maino

anigrismore

Luther " Lu " Martinez

John Butler

David

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