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WEDNESDAY: “Sober; Of Sound Mind. Going Beyond The Program & Finding Real Healing with Plant Medicine” w/ Beverly Hur
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| The District House is a weekly gathering and core benefit of District216. Guests are welcome to arrive for part or all of the evening to meet community members, connect with visiting speakers, and engage in thoughtful conversations across psychedelics, wellness, creativity, and conscious culture.
Topic: “Sober; Of Sound Mind. Going Beyond The Program & Finding Real Healing with Plant Medicine”
Description: After 16 years in recovery, Beverly Hur did everything “right” as committed, consistent, accountable. And still, something felt stuck: emotional flare-ups, difficulty truly connecting, and an old reflex to withdraw when she was hurt. Meditation and breathwork helped, but she kept sensing there was something deeper asking to be met.
That search led Beverly through somatic healing and into plant medicine work where long-held trauma finally released and she began to feel truly clear, steady, and “of sound mind.” The painful twist was that this healing also separated her from the recovery identity and friendships she’d built for years. She lost a network… and found a deeper kind of community. In this talk, Beverly shares what she learned, what it cost, and what “sobriety” means to her now: integrity, presence, connection, and real joy.
When: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 5pm to 9pm (Speaker at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase $25 tickets to The District House evenings.
Note: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided. |
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SPEAKER BIO
Speaker: Beverly Hur, Chek Practitioner
Beverly Hur is a CHEK Practitioner, wellness educator, and guide-in-training devoted to helping people heal at the intersection of body, mind, and spirit. Her path has been anything but linear: she began with a degree in Anthropology, moved into sales, and later returned to school to earn a geology degree—eventually landing a role with Halliburton. After years of working toward a coveted position on the geosteering team, the disruption of Covid, layoffs, and the eventual shutdown of the U.S. team became a clear turning point—one that confirmed what she already felt in her heart: it was time to follow a deeper calling.
For over 30 years, Beverly has been a devoted student of nutrition and fitness, long before she ever imagined it could become her life’s work. When she discovered the CHEK Institute, everything clicked. Her professional training soon opened an even deeper chapter of healing: through her CHEK journey, she was introduced to plant medicine work. Her first ceremony was intense, unexpected, and ultimately life-changing—opening the door to healing childhood trauma and reconnecting her to Spirit.
Today, Beverly supports clients in addressing physical, mental, and emotional challenges with a grounded, holistic approach that gently weaves in connection to Source, Spirit, and the Divine. Her practice has continued to expand alongside her own healing, including an apprenticeship to facilitate ceremonies. Beverly has also stepped into teaching—building an online platform and leading workshops in Santa Barbara and beyond on health and wellness tools, the Divine Feminine, and the power of embracing elderhood within community. She brings lived experience, compassion, and reverence to every room she enters, offering an invitation to meet life with greater freedom, purpose, and gratitude. |
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RECAP – “Two Doses of TRIPS, One Unforgettable Night at District House with Shane Mauss”
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| After the screening, Shane and director Michael Strauss took the stage for a Q&A, and the audience did not hold back. Shane has spent years interviewing scientists on his podcast Here We Are, turning psychedelic experience into comedy for Comedy Central’s Tales From The Trip, and documenting the whole strange journey in Psychonautics: A Comic’s Exploration of Psychedelics. He came to District House ready to talk, and the crowd came ready to ask.
The questions went places. Someone wanted to know what happens when two people touch big toes and smoke DMT together. Shane took it seriously. Then he didn’t. Then he kind of did again. That’s the thing about Shane: the comedy and the curiosity are genuinely the same thing in him, and watching that play out live is its own kind of trip. |
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FRIDAY – “BELTANE: IGNITE THE FIRE – A Tantric Embodiment Ceremony” with Dr. Willow Brown
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| Interactive Workshop: “BELTANE: IGNITE THE FIRE – A Tantric Embodiment Ceremony” with Dr. Willow Brown
When: Friday, May 1st, 2026 from 6:30pm to 10:00pm (Workshop at 7:00pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Description: Beltane. The ancient Celtic festival of fire, fertility, and life force.
On this charged night, we gather for a guided Tantric Embodiment Workshop — a structured series of group and partnered embodiment exercises and learning designed to awaken presence, deepen connection, and rekindle your aliveness.
Through group and rotating partner exercises, you’ll explore polarity, nervous system awareness, and the art of creating real intimacy — with yourself and others. We will also deepen our learning about pleasure, trust, vulnerability and desire in a safe and nurturing container.
What to Expect:
- Guided partnered embodiment practices (partners rotate)
- Education on arousal, polarity, and nervous system regulation
- A consent-centered, fully facilitated container
- An evening that leaves you clear, grounded, and magnetically alive
No prior experience needed. Singles and couples welcome.
Your guide, Dr. Willow Brown, is a Tantric embodiment expert and doctor of oriental medicine — bridging ancient wisdom with modern nervous system science.
This is an intimate container by design. Spots are limited.
Guests Welcome to pre-purchase $55 tickets to this event. Day of Tickets are $75.
Note: We will NOT be filming this event. Refreshments provided. |
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NEXT MARQUEE EVENT: Addiction & Psychedelics
SAT., May 9, 2026
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? District216 Presents: Addiction & Psychedelics
? A Marquee Evening of Healing, Exploration, and Connection ?
?? Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 5–10PM | LoDo Studios, Santa Barbara, CA
? A ONE-OF-A-KIND NIGHT AWAITS ?
Join us for an unforgettable experience at District216’s next Marquee Event—an exclusive gathering at the crossroads of Addiction and Psychedelic Exploration.
?? Explore, Expand, and Elevate — whether you’re a seasoned psychonaut, a wellness seeker, or simply curious, this evening is designed to inspire, educate, and ignite your journey.
?? All experience levels welcome — from curious first-timers to seasoned psychonauts.
?? Sober community welcome — we welcome those who abstain. And this is an alcohol-free event.
?? Dress Code — come vibrantly, come festive! We love bold colors, playful ‘fits, and expressive style. ? Evenings can get cool, so bring a cozy layer for the outdoor music vibes.
?? Space is limited — purchase tickets today and step into the future of connection and healing!
?? ALL-INCLUSIVE TICKETS ??
? Expect an Immersive Journey Featuring: ?
- ? Fireside Chats & ? Discussion Panels with visionary leaders
- ? Live Music and ?? Visual Performances
- ? Interactive Workshops and ???? Experiential Activations
- ?? Rooftop Terpene Lounge & ? Curated Vendor Marketplace
- ? Dinner by TBD & ? Functional Elixirs
? FIRESIDE CHAT: “Sobriety Redefined”
- Kate Wysocki — Yoga Teacher, Wellness Curator & Sacred Space Holder
- Joshua Milne — Sobriety Coach, Writer & Somatic Bodyworker
? FIRESIDE CHAT: “The Dark Side of Ketamine”
- Jaz — Plant Medicine Facilitator
- Christian Rasmussen — CEO & Owner, Amentara
?? DISCUSSION PANEL: “Addiction & Psychedelics”
- Danielle Nova — Founder, Lumeria & Executive Director, San Francisco Psychedelic Society
- Simeon Schnapper — Managing Partner, JLS Fund
- Steven Grant, Ph.D. — Director of Research, Heffter Research Institute
- Trevor Millar — Chief Operating Officer & Co-Founder, Ambio Life Sciences
- Kat Walsh — Founder, Trip On This (Moderator)
? LIVE MUSIC (8:00PM):
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SUN., MAY 17 – Psychedelics Singles Mixer (L.A.)
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| Call in your cosmic match!
Join LA’s six premier psychedelic communities – The Los Angeles Medicinal Psychedelics Society (LAMPS), Hummingbird Church, Temple of Eden, District216, Phoenix Temple, and Divine Gift Earth Medicine – for a playful, heart-centered evening designed for psychedelic souls ready to spark and connect! Just imagine the potential magic when we all gather from near and from far!
This isn’t going to be your typical singles event. We’re intentionally curating an energetically balanced experience with 70 straight men and 70 straight women, creating a vibrant container where everyone has a real opportunity to meet.
Through thoughtfully designed, fun, low-pressure connection experiences, every man will meet every woman over the course of the evening. No awkward guesswork. No missed connections. Just meaningful micro-conversations and playful prompts that make it easy to drop in.
And yes – there will be plenty of open mingling time to revisit sparks, deepen conversations, and follow the chemistry wherever it wants to go. We will gather your confidential match interests at the end and will follow up by email if the sparks are mutual!
EXPECT:
? A conscious, psychedelic-aligned crowd
? Connection games that feel natural and energizing
? Light facilitation to keep things flowing
? Music, movement, and magnetic vibes
? A safe, respectful, high-integrity space
Whether you’re seeking partnership, inspiration, or simply a magical night surrounded by aligned souls, this is your invitation to flirt with the universe!
Come open. Come curious. Come ready to connect.
DATE: Sunday, May 17, 2026
TIME: 4:00 – 8:00pm
WHAT: 70 Women + 70 Men
COST: $55
LOCATION:
Thymele Arts – Joyce Hall
5481 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90029
???? To Our Queer Community Members:
We see you, and we have not forgotten you! A specially-curated Queer Psychedelic Singles Mixer is coming in June for Pride Month! ? Stay Tuned!
? These events will not include use of any illegal substances. ? |
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| April at District216 is packed. Seven events spanning roundtables, workshops, film screenings, and off-site adventures, all centered on healing, consciousness, and community. From Zach Leary to Shane Mauss: Trips to a Peace Sticks workshop at Kids World, there’s something for every kind of explorer this month. Come find your people. ? |
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? District216 Online is Live on Circle App! ? ?? ?
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? Latest Interviews from
The District House
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? Past Discussion Panels from Marquee Events
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District216 Memberships Explained
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| District216 is a membership driven psychedelic social club founded in Santa Barbara, CA for thinkers, creators & trailblazers. Our mission is to cultivate lively communities of psychedelics pioneers that exchange ideas, explore health innovations, author new policies, and grow the ecosystem into a thriving industry. Our longterm vision is to advance the full legalization and normalization of healthy psychedelics use in our daily lives, worldwide. |
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