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BAY AREA'S PREMIERE HEALTHY LIVING CALENDARPLEASE NOTE: Ongoing Weekly, Monthly, and Quarterly Events are listed after announcements with specific dates. Miss an event?
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MISS AN EVENT? ASK THE CONVENER ABOUT ALTERNATE SCHEDULING. Many events are repeated, and many practitioners also offer private sessions by appointment. Please inquire directly.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30
TIMELESS LOVING: AN INTRO TO SKYDANCING TANTRA Dec 30-Jan 1 with Mark & Dagmar Zila at Harbin Hot Springs. The perfect getaway for couples and singles! Call 877-982-6872 or visit www.ecstaticliving.com (See listing in Sexuality.)
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4
MCKINNON ORIENTATION EVENING: 6:30-8pm. Free and open to the public. Tour the school. Includes demonstration of massage techniques, Q&A with directors, sign up for classes (510) 465-3488 info@mckinnonmassage.com (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 5
ONE-DAY INFORMATION SESSION: The next Psychology Information Session online is today at 4pm PST/7pm EST. Please call 707-765-1836 or visit our website (www.MeridianUniversity.edu) for more information. (See listing in Schools.)
SATURDAY, JANUARY 7
SPARK/START 2012 WITH DANCE AND ART, 12:30 to 3pm, Open our thoughts, move our feet, entice the creative process with dance, masks, and tambourine. Alameda Museum, 2324 Alameda Avenue, Alameda. Details: Natica Angilly, dancingpoetry@aol.com 510-235-0361 (See listing in Dance & in Seminars.)
UNIVERSAL HEALING TAO CHI-KUNG BASICS: Two-day introductory workshop, Oakland. January 7-8. $300. Gilles Marin, www.chineitsang.com (510) 848-9558 or studentaffairs@chineitsang.com Mention "OPEN EXCHANGE" to receive a free gift with registration. (See listing in Bodywork Therapies.)
OVERCOMING INTUITIVE BLOCKS TO ACHIEVE FULL POTENTIAL, $125. Saturday, 10:00AM to 5:00PM, HCH Institute, Lafayette, CA. RSVP by calling HCH 925-283-3941. www.Hypnotherapytraining.com Foldenauer (See listing in Hypnotherapy.)
WOMEN'S VISIONING CIRCLE with Evalena Rose January 7-8. Women of power empowering you! Ritual, goal-setting, practical tools to realize your life purpose, manifest new realities. Sebastopol, 707-824-1117 www.tantraforwomen.com (See listing in Sexuality.)
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 8
YOU HAVE THE POWER TO HEAL YOURSELF: Learn highly effective Soul Healing techniques to help you transform health and other life challenges, 10am-5pm, 415.971.7373, www.MasterShaSoulHealingCenter.com. (See listing in Health & Healing.)
MONDAY, JANUARY 9
FREE Introductory Session for Certificate in Mindfulness and Compassion in Psychotherapy. Learn practical approaches that can be immediately applied to your practice. 1 CEU/CE available. CIIS, www.ciis.edu/publicprograms, 415.575.6175. (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
DO VOICES FOR RADIO, TV & MORE! Find out how in an Introduction to Voice Over Workshop in the East Bay with Susan McCollom and Voice Media. 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (925) 283-6446, www.susansvoicemedia.com (See listing in Media.)
FUNDAMENTALS OF CHI NEI TSANG five-day class Jan. 9-13 (Chi-Kung Basics is pre-requisite), $700. Instructor: Gilles Marin www.chineitsang.com (510) 848-9558 or studentaffairs@chineitsang.com Mention "OPEN EXCHANGE" to receive a free gift with registration. (See listing in Bodywork Therapies.)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 12
9TH ANNUAL YOGA JOURNAL CONFERENCE, San Francisco, January 12-16, 2012. Learn more at www.yjevents.com/sf 5 Days, 40+ master instructors, 100+ yoga classes. OPEN EXCHANGE READERS: Use Promo Code SF13 to save $50 off main conference. (See listing in Yoga.)
RICHARD WOLFF FOR KPFA on "The Problem is Capitalism. The Solution is Democracy at Work" First Congregational Church of Berkeley, 2345 Channing Way (at Dana); 7:30pm. All KPFA events tickets are available 3 weeks before the event: brownpapertickets.com, 800 838-3006, and at our supportive Independent bookstores: Pegasus Books, Mrs. Dalloways, Moe's, Diesel a Bookstore, Walden Pond Books. (See ad on page 16.)
SATURDAY, JANUARY 14
JACK LONDON POETRY PARTY, 1 to 3:30 pm, Jack London's Birthday and Alameda Island Poets invite you to enjoy muses, cake, and open reading. Alameda Museum, 2324 Alameda Ave., Alameda. Details: Richard & Natica Angilly, dancingpoetry@aol.com 510-235-0361 (See listings in Dance & in Seminars.)
FREE NLP INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP- Come discover the difference NLP can make in your life. We'll introduce you to NLP and teach you some of the basics. 10am-1pm. Call for more information. NLP MARIN (415) 499-0639. www.nlpmarin.com (See listing in Schools.)
THE SPIRITUAL HEALING CENTER invites you to our Spiritual Healing Program, Jan 14-15; we are located at 260 East Blithedale Avenue in Mill Valley. Visit our website at www.thespiritualhealingcenter.org or call 415-381-4465 (See listings in Intuitive and Spirit & Soul.)
EXPERIENCE THE HEALING POWER OF THE HARP with Joel Andrews at the Spiritual Healing Center, 260 East Blithedale Avenue in Mill Valley. 8pms; Tickets: $30/$20 Senior; 415 381-4465; thespiritualhealingcenter.org Other dates available, see schedule. (See listing in Spirit & Soul.)
ONE-DAY INTRODUCTION: Held on our Marin campus is designed to introduce prospective students to Meridian's degree programs and approach. 10am-5pm Please call 707-765-1836 or visit our website (www.MeridianUniversity.edu) for more information. (See listing in Schools.)
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 15
SOUL HEALING DAY: Receive powerful Soul Healing Blessings for your condition and learn practices to accelerate your healing journey and help others. 1-6pm, 415.971.7373, www.MasterShaSoulHealingCenter.com. (See listings in Health & Healing.)
DO VOICES FOR RADIO, TV & MORE! Find out how in an Introduction to Voice Over Workshop in San Francisco with Susan McCollom and Voice Media. 2-5pm (925) 283-6446, www.susansvoicemedia.com (See listing in Video, Film, & Sound.)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 19
DIANNE RAVITCH FOR KPFA on "The Death and Life of the Great American School System" The Hillside Club, 2286 Cedar Street, Berkeley. All KPFA events tickets are available 3 weeks before the event: brownpapertickets.com, 800 838-3006, and at our supportive Independent bookstores: Pegasus Books, Mrs. Dalloways, Moe's, Diesel a Bookstore, Walden Pond Books. (See ad on page 16.)
FRIDAY, JANUARY 20
THE WINTER SESSION AT THE WRITING SALON starts on Jan. 20th and runs through late-March. Registration is now open and we will be offering classes in San Francisco and Berkeley. Creative writing classes galore! 415.609.2468; www.writingsalons.com. (See listing in Writing.)
HCH OPEN HOUSE at 7pm; free. Learn more about HCH, an institute for hypnotherapy and psycho-spiritual trainings. www.hypnotherapytraining.com, 925-283-3941 (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
WORLD PREDICTIONS 2012 with James Kelleher at East West Bookstore. $15 in advance. 650-988-9800; www.eastwest.com (See listing in Conferences & Special Events.)
SATURDAY, JANUARY 21
ALL ARTS GALA - Arts of Entertainment 11:30 to 3:30 pm. Dance, painting, poetry, refreshments, artists promenade, four dance companies, amazing masks, symbols and cymbals. Q & A- live artists - All Welcome! Alameda Museum, 2324 Alameda Ave., Alameda. Details: Richard & Natica Angilly, dancingpoetry@aol.com 510-235-0361 (See listings in Dance & in Seminars.)
LEARN TO ACCESS YOUR AKASHIC RECORD, January 21st & 22nd 1-6pm both days in San Rafael. Investment in your Future: $250 Lisa Barnett, 415-492-0260 lisa@akashicKnowing.com (See listing in Intuitive & Psychic Arts.)
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 22
INTRO TO FICTION - Laying the foundation. Five Sundays, Jan. 22-Feb. 19, 2-4:30 p.m. Berkeley. The Writing Salon 415.609.2468; www.writingsalons.com. (See listing in Writing.)
STONES AWARENESS, 1-3 pm, Step into the enchanting world of lapis, malachite, carnelian and more. Angel Light Books & Gifts, 510-985-1600. (See listing in Intuitive Arts.)
MORE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE Meditation & Healing Workshop 2-5pm Unity San Francisco, 2222 Bush St (at Fillmore), SF. First time attendees Free. www.sq-wellness.com (See listing in Health & Healing.)
MONDAY, JANUARY 23
INTRO TO FICTION - Laying the foundation. Five Mondays, Jan. 23-Feb. 20, 7-9:30 p.m. San Francisco. The Writing Salon 415.609.2468; www.writingsalons.com. (See listing in Writing.)
TUESDAY, JANUARY 24
CHI NEI TSANG: Five-day retreat at Stillheart Institute in Woodside, January 24-28. www.chineitsang.com Instructors: Gilles Marin and Kaleo Ching , (510) 848-9558 or studentaffairs@chineitsang.com Mention "OPEN EXCHANGE" to receive a free gift with registration. (See listing in Bodywork Therapies.)
FRIDAY, JANUARY 27
HAI WEEKEND WORKSHOPS: Love Is A Miracle! Discover the ingredients for happy healthy, loving and intimate relationships, whether you're currently in an ongoing relationship or looking for one. Jan 27-29. Visit www.hai.org (See listing in Seminars.)
SATURDAY, JANUARY 28
PLAY THE CARDS OF YOUR LIFE DANCE, 12:30 to 3pm. Performing, Laughing & Playing the cards of our lives. Tarot, calling cards, and the Ancient Royal Tradition. Dance a card, shake a tambourine, tap your foot to ancient rhythms of the Royal Tradition. Alameda Museum, 2324 Alameda Ave., Alameda. Details: Richard & Natica Angilly, dancingpoetry@aol.com 510-235-0361 (See listings in Dance & in Seminars.)
FREE NLP INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP- Come discover the difference NLP can make in your life. We'll introduce you to NLP and teach you some of the basics. 10am-1pm. Call for more information. NLP MARIN (415) 499-0639. www.nlpmarin.com (See listing in Schools.)
SUNDAY, JANUARY 29
CRYSTAL AWARENESS, 1-3 pm. Immerse yourself in the mystical, magical world of crystals. Angel Light Books and Gifts, 510-985-1600. (See listing in Intuitive Arts.)
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1
MCKINNON ORIENTATION EVENING: 6:30-8pm. Free and open to the public. Tour the school. Includes demonstration of massage techniques, Q&A with directors, sign up for classes (510) 465-3488 info@mckinnonmassage.com (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4
CIRCLE OF RADIANCE PUJA with Evalena Rose: 1-10 pm. For Men and Women Experienced in Tantra: Enjoy being sensually nurtured in ecstatic bliss. 707-824-1117. Sebastopol. www.lovejourneytantra.com (See listing in Sexuality.)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10
TIMELESS LOVING (with Mark & Dagmar Zila) Feb 10-12. Call 877-982-6872 or visit www.ecstaticliving.com (See listing in Sexuality.)
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11
Introduction to the Theory and Practice of Mindfulness Meditation for Therapists with Sylvia Boorstein. 13 CEUs/CEs available. CIIS, www.ciis.edu/publicprograms, 415.575.6175. (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
LIVING IN THE LIGHT with Shakti Gawain at East West Bookstore. Free talk. 650-988-9800; www.eastwest.com (See listing in Conferences & Special Events.)
TROPICAL TANTRA IN COSTA RICA: Feb 11-18. Call 877-982-6872 or visit www.ecstaticliving.com (See listing in Sexuality.)
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12
MORE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE Meditation & Healing Workshop 2-5pm Unity San Francisco, 2222 Bush St (at Fillmore), SF. First time attendees Free. www.sq-wellness.com (See listing in Health.)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17
Grieving and Ritual workshop with Sobonfu Somé. Break through cultural barriers of grief to purge the soul of pains. Feb 17-19; CIIS, www.ciis.edu/publicprograms, 415.575.6175. (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18
THE SPIRITUAL HEALING CENTER invites you to our Spiritual Healing Program. Feb 18-19; we are located at 260 East Blithedale Avenue in Mill Valley. Visit our website at www.thespiritualhealingcenter.org or call 415-381-4465 (See listings in Intuitive & Psychic Arts and Spirit & Soul.)
FREE NLP INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP- Come discover the difference NLP can make in your life. We'll introduce you to NLP and teach you some of the basics. 10am-1pm. Call for more information. NLP MARIN (415) 499-0639. www.nlpmarin.com (See listing in Schools.)
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23
MICHIO KAKU FOR KPFA on "Physics of the Future" Hillside Club 2286 Cedar Street, Berkeley; 7:30pm. All KPFA events tickets are available 3 weeks before the event: brownpapertickets.com, 800 838-3006, and at our supportive Independent bookstores: Pegasus Books, Mrs. Dalloways, Moe's, Diesel a Bookstore, Walden Pond Books. (See ad on page 16.)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24
HAI WEEKEND WORKSHOPS: Love Is A Miracle! Discover the ingredients for happy healthy, loving and intimate relationships, whether you're currently in an ongoing relationship or looking for one. Feb. 24-26. Visit www.hai.org (See listing in Seminars.)
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25
THE RUTH BOTCHAN DANCE COMPANY will celebrate its thirtieth anniversary with an evening of dances, two revivals and two premieres, Saturday and Sunday, February 25 and 26 at 8p.m. at Western Sky, 2525 Eighth Street @ Dwight Way, the beautiful studio in West Berkeley where the company makes its home. Tickets: $17 advance through www.brownpapertickets.com, and $20 at the door. For more information www.berkeleymovingarts.com or call 510-848-4878. (See listing in Dance & Movement.)
DEEPENING INTO SACRED LOVE THROUGH TANTRA with Evalena Rose For Gay Men: Saturday, San Francisco. Energy-moving breathwork, erotic communication, open-hearted, sacred interactions. Open to more sexual aliveness, the ecstatic life. 707-824-1117. www.lovejourneytantra.com (See listing in Sexuality.)
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26
DEEPENING INTO SACRED LOVE THROUGH TANTRA with Evalena Rose For Women Only: San Francisco. Energy-moving breathwork, erotic communication, open-hearted, sacred interactions. Open to more sexual aliveness, the ecstatic life. 707-824-1117. www.tantraforwomen.com (See listing in Sexuality.)
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SUNDAY, MARCH 4
iRest YOGA NIDRA ("Yogic Sleep") WORKSHOP- with Loriel Starr @ 4th Street Yoga, Berkeley, CA; (650) 464-6544/(510) 845-YOGA www.4thstreetyoga.com (See listing in Yoga & Meditation.)
MONDAY, MARCH 5
MCKINNON ORIENTATION EVENING: 6:30-8pm. Free and open to the public. Tour the school. Includes demonstration of massage techniques, Q&A with directors, sign up for classes (510) 465-3488 info@mckinnonmassage.com (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
FRIDAY, MARCH 9
MARGOT ANAND's "FROM SEX TO SUPERCONSCIOUSNESS" Mar 9-16. Learn with the world's leading authority on Tantra and best-selling author Margot Anand! Call 877-982-6872 or visit www.ecstaticliving.com (See listing in Sexuality.)
SUNDAY, MARCH 11
DO VOICES FOR RADIO, TV & MORE! Find out how in an Introduction to Voice Over Workshop in the East Bay with Susan McCollom and Voice Media. 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM (925) 283-6446, www.susansvoicemedia.com (See listing in Media.)
SATURDAY, MARCH 17
ENERGETICS OF FOODS HOME COOKING CLASS, where food is medicine. Breakfast, lunch served; recipes, trip to market. Stephanie Wilger, 510-704-0120. www.stephaniewilger.net. (See listing in Health & Healing.)
THE SPIRITUAL HEALING CENTER invites you to our Spiritual Healing Program. Mar 17-18; we are located at 260 East Blithedale Avenue in Mill Valley. Visit our website at www.thespiritualhealingcenter.org or call 415-381-4465 (See listings in Intuitive and Spirit & Soul.)
EXPERIENCE THE HEALING POWER OF THE HARP with Joel Andrews at the Spiritual Healing Center, 260 East Blithedale Avenue in Mill Valley. 8pm; Tickets: $30/$20 Senior 415 381-4465; www.thespiritualhealingcenter.org Other dates available, see schedule. (See listing in Spirit & Soul.)
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SUNDAY, MARCH 18
MORE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE Meditation & Healing Workshop 2-5pm Unity San Francisco, 2222 Bush St (at Fillmore), SF. First time attendees Free. www.sq-wellness.com (See listing in Health & Healing.)
FRIDAY, MARCH 23
TANTRIC MASSAGE: THE ART OF ECSTATIC TOUCH Mar 23-25 with Steve & Lokita Carter at Harbin Hot Springs. Open new doors to your heart and enjoy a weekend of sensuous massage. Call 877-982-6872 or visit www.ecstaticliving.com (See listing in Sexuality.)
FRIDAY, MARCH 30
DIVINE HEALING HANDS TRAINING PROGRAM: Become a Divine Healing Hands Practitioner in a three-day intensive retreat where you receive Divine Healing Hands transmission and learn to apply it. 9am-9pm, 415.971.7373, www.DrSha.com, www.MasterShaSoulHealingCenter.com. (See listing in Health & Healing.)
Grail, Goddesses, Circles, and the Sacred Feminine lecture and workshop with Jean Shinoda Bolen. www.ciis.edu/publicprograms, CIIS, 415.575.6175. (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
HAI WEEKEND WORKSHOPS: Love Is A Miracle! Discover the ingredients for happy healthy, loving and intimate relationships, whether you're currently in an ongoing relationship or looking for one. Mar 30-Apr 1. Visit www.hai.org (See listing in Seminars.)
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MONDAY, APRIL 2
MCKINNON ORIENTATION EVENING: 6:30-8pm. Free and open to the public. Tour the school. Includes demonstration of massage techniques, Q&A with directors, sign up for classes (510) 465-3488 info@mckinnonmassage.com (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
FRIDAY, APRIL 13
RACHEL MADDOW FOR KPFA, MSNBC Commentator, King Middle School, 1781 Rose St., Berkeley; 7:30pm. All KPFA events tickets are available 3 weeks before the event: brownpapertickets.com, 800 838-3006, and at our supportive Independent bookstores: Pegasus Books, Mrs. Dalloways, Moe's, Diesel a Bookstore, Walden Pond Books. (See ad on page 16.)
SATURDAY, APRIL 14
TAROT MAGIC WEEKEND, April 14-15, 10am-6pm. Learn how to use the tarot as a powerful tool to live life creatively, intuitively, and with awareness. $200. Sunrise Center, 645 Tamalpais Dr, Corte Madera. Suzanne Wagner, 707-354-1019, suzanne@suzwagner.com (See listings in Intuitive Arts & in Astrology.)
FRIDAY, APRIL 27
NEW LIVING EXPO—A Weekend of Featured Speakers, Exhibits, Panels, Workshops, Natural Food, Samples, Special Events. Connecting community through Mind, Body & Spirit. April 27-29 at the Concourse Exhibition Center in San Francisco. 415-382-8300; www.NewLivingExpo.com (See listing in Conferences & Special Events.)
SATURDAY, APRIL 28
iRest YOGA NIDRA ("Yogic Sleep") WORKSHOP- with Loriel Starr @ 4th Street Yoga, Berkeley, CA; (650) 464-6544/(510) 845-YOGA www.4thstreetyoga.com (See listing in Yoga & Meditation.)
FUTURE DATES
WATERCOLOR EN PLEIN AIR PAINTING (painting in the fresh air) Aix-en-Provence, South of France. The dates are September 10 - 18, 2012. Julie Cohn, juliecohnproductions@yahoo.com, 510-644-1402 (See listing in Arts & Crafts.)
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ONGOING SUNDAYS
AQUARIAN FOUNDATION(R) Learn from Real Ascended Masters, find Happiness, Sundays 11:00 AM. 415-921-3799 for info and directions. (See listing in Spirit & Soul.)
THE BEAT: Salsa Cubana and Rueda de Casino 6:00pm with Nick Van Eyck. 2560 Ninth Street, Suite #119, Berkeley, 510.843.2328. (See listing in Dance and Movement.)
THE SPIRITUAL HEALING CENTER invites you to our Spiritual Healing Celebration the first Sunday of each month at 11AM. We are located at 260 East Blithedale Avenue in Mill Valley. Visit our website at www.thespiritualhealingcenter.org or call 415-381-4465 (See listings in Intuitive and Spirit & Soul.)
ONGOING MONDAYS
PRONOUNCING AMERICAN ENGLISH, Mondays and Wednesdays, morning and evening, Downtown San Francisco, Eugene O'Reilly, 415-586-2944. (See listing in Speech.)
ADVANCED HYPNOTHERAPY(R) HEALING CIRCLES! Hypnosis and energy therapy in a supportive group. Guided imagery, relaxation, stress elimination. Barbara Allen, MS, CCHT. 510-528-4976. www.advancedhypnotherapy.com (See listing in Hypnotherapy.)
WRITING THROUGH GRIEF: Whether you are grieving a recent death or an earlier loss, writing can help you move through your grief. We will use reading, writing exercises and discussion to explore the feelings that arise and the poetry to be made of them. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Joan A. Monheit, LCSW (lcs 10832) 510-845-1557. (See listing in Writing.)
ONGOING TUESDAYS
THE BEAT: Beginning Tap at 5:30pm with Chi Chi O; Afro Cuban Salsa Rumba at 6:30pm with Erick Barberia 6:30pm; Sexy, strong feminine style from Cuba; Urban Contemporary at 6:30pm with Sarah Elizabeth Bush; Hottest Zumba in the Bay at 7:30pm with Katy Yong; Unlock your hips HERE with Basic Zydeco at 8:30pm with Dana. 2560 Ninth Street, Suite #119, Berkeley, 510.843.2328. (See listing in Dance and Movement.)
HOW TO IMPROVE THE SOUND AND QUALITY OF YOUR VOICE, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 - 9:30 pm, Downtown San Francisco, Eugene O'Reilly, 415-586-2944. (See listing in Speech.)
EXPECT A MIRACLE! The Spiritual Healing Center offers Prayer, Yoga of Christ, and Meditation & Spiritual Healing Clinic from 7-9pm. Align with your divine in present time! Call 415-381-4465! Take action now! www.spiritualhealingcenter.org (See listings in Intuitive and Spirit & Soul.)
HEALING THROUGH WRITING: A Psychotherapy Group For Women. We will engage your creativity to explore important life concerns including relationships, work, diversity, transitions, grief and loss. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Joan A. Monheit, LCSW (lcs 10832) 510-845-1557. (See listing in Writing.)
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ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
AQUARIAN FOUNDATION(R) Spiritual Healing, Positive Affirmations, Spiritual Teachings, Wednesdays 8:00 PM. 415-921-3799 for info and directions. (See listing in Spirit & Soul.)
FREE SOUL HEALING EVENING: Receive powerful Divine Healing Hands blessings and learn powerful practices to heal yourself and others. Everyone welcome, 7-9pm, 415.971.7373, www.MasterShaSoulHealingCenter.com. (See listings in Health & Healing.)
JAZZ WORKOUT at 12:30pm with Roger Dillahunty; Tap for Kids at 4:00pm with Mary Vivian; Adult Ballet Workout Ballet at 5:00pm and 6:00pm; Pilates-based class ALL LEVELS THIS CLASS IS BOMB with Paul Parish; Salsa Cubana Workout at 6:00pm with Yismari Ramos Tellez new music from the island! 2560 Ninth Street, Suite #119, Berkeley, 510.843.2328. (See listing in Dance and Movement.)
ADVENTURES IN CONSCIOUSNESS with Carol Eckels every 2ND and 4TH Wednesday 7:30-8am on Kest 1450 am or at kestradio.com and click on the live streaming button. The Spiritual Healing Center 415 381-4465. (See listings in Intuitive and in Spirit & Soul.)
DANCING POETRY WORKSHOPS - 7 to 9:30. Something to dance about - call Natica at 510-235-0361. www.dancingpoetry.com (See listing in Dance & Movement.)
WOMEN'S PROCESS GROUP - with Ruth Boerger. 7:15-9:15 PM Mill Valley. Call for more information. 415-383-3756, option 3. (See listing in Counseling.)
RELATIONSHIPS WORKSHOPS Wednesdays, 7:30-9pm, $15 in SF, the Marina District. Stop the pain of being with a toxic narcissist. Learn effective ways of communicating your needs. Sue Roberts, MSW, LCSW, (510) 524-2540 (See listings in Singles and in Counseling.)
ONGOING THURSDAYS
THE BEAT: Tai Chi Chuan at 4:30 Beginner II with Andreas; Tai Chi Chuan at 6pm Intermediate with Andreas; Hip Hop for Adults at 7pm with Lindsey and Byron; Zumba at 7pm with Katy Yong; Tango at 8pm; Fundamentals with Dan and Pier; Tango at 9pm; Progressive with Sean and Charity. 2560 Ninth Street, Suite #119, Berkeley, 510.843.2328. (See listing in Dance and Movement.)
RELATIONSHIPS WORKSHOPS Thursdays, 7:30-9pm, $15 in Downtown Berkeley. Stop the pain of being with a toxic narcissist. Learn effective ways of communicating your needs. Sue Roberts, MSW, LCSW, (510) 524-2540 (See listings in Singles and in Counseling.)
HIGHER POWER HEALING ~ 4-week Chakra Healing and Meditation Course at The Spiritual Healing Center in Mill Valley CA from 7-9PM $295 or 1/2 for repeaters. Change your energy and change your life. Call 415-381-4465! www.spiritualhealingcenter.org (See listings in Intuitive & in sSpirit & Soul.)
SELF-HYPNOSIS: Have fun while learning stress reduction techniques and more in this ongoing class. HCH (510) 283-3941. (See listing in Schools.)
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ONGOING FRIDAYS
THE BEAT: Jazz at 7:00pm with Lynne Brilhante; Jazz Class Afro Cuban Folkloric at 7:00pm with Susana A Pedroso. 2560 Ninth Street, Suite #119, Berkeley, 510.843.2328. (See listing in Dance and Movement.)
LIFT YOUR FREQUENCY, Change Your World: Sarah McCroskey, HumanSpirit Radio and Bioenergy Balancing Center; Free Broadcast; 3rd Friday of each month, 2-3pm. www.humanspiritradio.com 510.231.2425 (See listing in Health & Healing.)
ONGOING SATURDAYS
THE BEAT: Funky Lyrical Jazz at 12:30pm with Chauncey Roberts; Adv/intermediate Tap at 9:00, 10:00, and 11:00am with Gregg Geoffery. 2560 Ninth Street, Suite #119, Berkeley, 510.843.2328. (See listing in Dance and Movement.)
ONGOING WEEKLY
MUSIC COMPOSITION: Learning to compose music is enjoyable if the fundamentals are presented in a clear, uncomplicated way. Call Aaron Blumenfeld 510-233-7854. (See listing in Music.)
LIVELY AND DIRECT MEETINGS OF TRUTH AND LOVE. Bring courage. Living / relating awake. No ideology, no tradition. Santa Cruz. www.soulmate.org (See listing in Coaching & Lifework.)
$30 HYPNOTHERAPY - REIKI CLINIC: Have a transforming experience in an individual session with a Certified Hypnotherapist. HCH. (925) 283-3941. (See listing in Hypnotherapy.)
SINGLES GROUPS: 9 week group Thur. 7:30-9 pm; ongoing groups Mon. and Tues. pm's. in San Rafael. Renee Owen, LMFT (#35255). (415) 453-8117. (See listing in Singles & Relationships.)
THE SPIRITUAL HEALING CENTER invites you to our Spiritual Healing Celebration the first Sunday of each month at 11AM. We are located at 260 East Blithedale Avenue in Mill Valley. Visit our website at www.thespiritualhealingcenter.org or call 415-381-4465 (See listings in Intuitive and Spirit & Soul.)
EXPECT A MIRACLE! The Spiritual Healing Center offers Prayer, Yoga of Christ, and Meditation & Spiritual Healing Clinic from 7-9pm. Align with your divine in present time! Call 415-381-4465! Take action now! www.spiritualhealingcenter.org (See listings in Intuitive and Spirit & Soul.)
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ONGOING MONTHLY
MEDITATION AND OTHER SPIRITUAL PRACTICES AT AQUARIAN FOUNDATION(R). Berkeley second Saturday every month 3:00 PM. 415-921-3799 for directions. (See listing in Spirit & Soul.)
BECOME A CERTIFIED HYPNOTHERAPIST: Free Introductory evenings in Corte Madera with Randal Churchill. Call/email for free brochure or download it. Hypnotherapy Training Institute: (800) 256-6448, welcome@hypnotherapy.com, www.hypnotherapy.com (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
ACE Dog Sports: New classes starting every month! Call Sandra Rogers, 415-643-5808 info@acedogsports.com www.acedogsports.com (See listing in Fitness & Sports.)
BREATH CIRCLES: Deepen connection w/body-mind-spirit through breath. Monthly SF/Peninsula/Oakland. www.annettegates.com. 408-761-1679. Annette Gates (See listing in Sexuality.)
FABRIC DESIGN AS A PROFESSION: This is a great opportunity to see if a career in fabric design is right for you. Come and visit our visually inspiring school to discuss career options and creative job possibilities. Call to set up a free consultation. Zeida Rothman (510) 549-3051. www.fabricschool.com (See listing in Jobs & Careers.)
FABRIC DESIGN GALLERY: Call for an invitation to view our exclusive gallery of print designs for fabrics, wallpaper, rugs, dishware and paper products. California School of Professional Fabric Design, (510) 549-3051. www.fabricschool.com (See listing in Jobs & Careers.)
EFT TELECLASS: Join us to "borrow benefit" using EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) from the comfort of your own space in a teleclass setting. "Borrowing Benefits" is a delightful EFT phenomena where by tapping along with other people's issues in a group setting, you will find resolution or shift on your own issue. Topic varies. Christine Metawati (510) 332-1463 www.mettacenter.com. (See listing in Coaching.)
SPIRITUAL AND INTUITIVE GUIDANCE FOR THE AWAKENING SOUL: Introductory evening sessions in (Marin) on pursuing your path of spiritual transformation and becoming a fully awakened human being. For more info: www.silverlightguidance.com, Cristhal Bennett, 415-453-6959 (See listing in Spirit and Soul)
THE SPIRITUAL HEALING CENTER offers Intuitive Development designed for your individual needs. We meet one weekend per month from 10AM-5PM. Visit our website at www.thespiritualhealingcenter.org or call 415-381-4465 (See listings in Intuitive and Spirit & Soul.)
GLIMAKRA WEAVING STUDIO offers weaving lessons in an ongoing workshop. Maj-Britt Mobrand (510) 549-0326. (See listing in Arts & Crafts.)
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ONGOING QUARTERLY
MENDOCINO ART CENTER class catalogs are available. Call for your free copy. 707-937-5818 Ext. 10/800-653-3328. www.MendocinoArtCenter.org (See listing in Arts & Crafts.)
ONGOING
AWAKENING TO PRESENCE- A Meditation and Spiritual Inquiry group. Meets alternate Mondays 7-9 PM Surja Jessup, www.surja.com Click on workshops for information. (See listing in Counseling & Therapy.)
HARMONYUM HEALING TREATMENTS, Jennifer Dinoia, 1-917-450-0733, 1-415-377-0245, jenndinoia@gmail.com Deep relaxation. Cures disease at the Root. Infuse your body with divine love. Helps with insomnia and reduces stress, the cause of all diseases. Harmonyum is hands-on Naam. Naam Yoga, a merger of Kundalini Yoga and Universal Kabbalah, connects you with your heart and brings peace to your being. $150 for 60 minute session. $700 for a series of seven. (See listing in Bodywork Therapies.)
RELATIONSHIP SUCCESS WORKSHOPS & COURSES: Fun, interactive, educational singles workshops & courses with Dr. Wendy Lyon, author & relationship expert - Details (415) 342-1300 (See listing in Singles & Relationships.)
CORE CONNEXION: Dancing Life from Your Core! Wednesdays, 7 -9pm, Unitarian Church, 1924 Cedar Str, Berkeley, Sundays, 10am - noon, Studio 12, 2525 8th Str, Berkeley (See listing in Dance & Movement.)
TAI CHI BERKELEY: Next 12 week series starts the week of Jan. 2 on various days. Taught by Lenzie Williams and assistants. 510-655-0218, www.taichiberkeley.com. (See listing in Martial Arts.)
CENTER FOR HYPNOTHERAPY CERTIFICATION, A School for Your Soul. Marilyn Gordon, CHT. Call for information. Oakland. Telecourses and more also available online. (800) 398-0034, www.hypnotherapycenter.com / www.lifetransformationsecrets.com (See listing in Schools & Certifications.)
DISCOVER YOUR PAST LIVES! Michael Pollack offers guided regressions. Visit your past lives during guided regressions. Call (415) 566-1531 for more information. www.healinghypnosis-sf.com (See listing in Counseling.)
UNIQUE ONLINE PLATFORM for your personalized spiritual content. inspire.TV offers free and premium online videos from your favorite spiritual teachers. (See listing in Seminars & Workshops.)
RELATIONSHIP SUCCESS SERIES FOR SINGLES: Clarify your vision; Uncover and release blocks; Create the love you desire! Dr. Wendy Lyon, www.MyTrueLovePath.com (415) 342-1300. (See listing in Singles & Relationships.)
SHEILA GRANGER'S Virtual Gastric Band(r) Hypnosis -Small group sessions personal attention. Change the way you think about food. For more information: Elizabeth Calabro, www.hypnosislifelearning.com 707-291-9864. (See listing in Hypnotherapy.)
TANTRIC ART OF SELF PLEASURING FOR WOMEN One Day Workshop: offered by Michele Newmark. Come alive to your sexuality & joy of life! 415 775-6145; 707 538-3778/ www.thecenter-sf.org; michelet@sonic.net Call for dates. (See listing in the Women's Pages.)
JAZZ DANCE with Roger Dillahunty for teens and adults a lyrical contemporary organic flow, with progressions and choreography where music and dance comes together at The Beat from 6:30-8:00 pm, 2560 Ninth Street, Suite #119, Berkeley, 510.843.2328. (See listing in Dance and Movement.)
GARDEN SCULPTURE WORKSHOPS are held regularly in the Bay Area. For more info: sculptureparty@yahoo.com Brent Sumner (See listing in Arts & Crafts.)
ONE-DAY INTRODUCTION: The one-day session is designed to introduce prospective students to Meridian's degree programs and approach to Transformative Learning. Please call 707-765-1836 or visit our website (www.MeridianUniversity.edu) for more information. (See listing in Schools.)
DANCING POETRY CLASSES. Expressive and poetic movement with music, words, use of props, and performance technique. Call Natica Angilly's Poetic Dance for times, levels, reservation & other dates, 510-235-0361 or 415-681-0618. (See listing in Dance.)
WRITING THROUGH GRIEF: One Day Workshop. Whether you are grieving a recent death or an earlier loss, writing can help you move through your grief. We will use reading, writing exercises and discussion to explore the feelings that arise and the poetry to be made of them. Joan A. Monheit, LCSW (lcs 10832) 510-845-1557. (See listings in Writing and in Counseling.)
METZNER ALCHEMICAL DIVINATION(R) Training, events and workshops begin regularly. Divination involves structured inquiry into questions of the past for healing and resolving problems and obtaining guidance. (707) 935-7257; www.metzneralchemicaldivination.org. (See listing in Seminars.)
EUGENE O'REILLY, Speech Therapist and Voice Coach - "Change Your Voice -Change Your Life" (415) 586-2944 / (415) 254-2019. nhancesfca@sbcglobal.net (See listing in Speech.)
INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN MYSTICISM AND MEDITATION, Tuesdays at 7:30 pm, Classes are free. Center of Light, East Bay, 2944 76th Ave, Oakland 94605. 510.207.6593. (See Spirit & Soul.)
FREE NLP INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOPS– Come discover the difference NLP can make in your life. We'll introduce you to NLP and teach you some of the basics. Call for more information. NLP MARIN (415) 499-0639. www.nlpmarin.com (See ad on p. 3.)
ENERGETICS OF FOODS COOKING CLASS for Adaptation, Grounding, Blood Sugar and Emotional Balance. Includes Chinese Culinary Herbs, meal. www.stephaniewilger.net 510-704-0120. (See listing in Health & Healing.)
JEWELRY MAKING CLASSES WITH Peter Ostwald start the 2nd week of January. Call for more information 510-835-7717 www.ostwald-workshops.com. (See listing in Arts & Crafts.)
KOI FISH WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP, Splashy Paint, Vivid Color! Julie Cohn's Studio, Berkeley, (510) 644-1402. (See Arts & Crafts.)
HUMAN AWARENESS INSTITUTE SINGLES CONNECTION EVENT–Includes fun exercises to help singles of all ages mingle and connect meaningfully. San Francisco. Questions: singlesevent@hai.org (See listing in Singles.)
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