Calendar of Events
March 2008
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MAR 8 EMBRACING THE SHAMAN WITHIN. Soul-Based Energy Medicine™ brings about balance between the Soul and the personality. We will explore the true nature of the Shaman, “one who acknowledges him/herself as the source of their experience”. Embracing our unique gifts and abilities allow us to facilitate the Creator’s plan, manifest our mental and emotional experiences in physical form, access the higher dimensional frequencies at will, and begin to embrace the wisdom within. Whispering Song (416) 588-4503 / info@whisperingsong.com
MAR 8 FELDENKRAIS® CLASSES - Join our on-going classes at any time. Monday 12 pm, Tuesday 10 am & 6:15 pm, Saturday 9:45 & 11 am. www.feldenkraiscentre.com (416) 928-3505
MAR 8 & 9 SINGLE NATURE LOVERS Guildwood Inn & Lake walk! Ages 40-65+ Sat. & Ages 20-39+ Sun. Meet 201 Guildwood Pkwy, Moringside/Kingston 12:30 pm. www.astrollinthepark.com / Call (416) 484 -WALK (9255).
MAR 11 SOUNDER SLEEP WORKSHOP. 7:30 - 9 pm. March 11, 18 & 25. Whether you have problems getting to, or staying asleep, this unique program will give you the tools to enjoy a quiet, restful sleep. (416) 928-3505 / www.feldenkraiscentre.com
MAR 12 LETTING GO OF ANGER & GUILT. Release negative, pent-up emotions quickly & safely. Introductory demonstration: 7:30 - 9:30 pm, $12, (416) 469-2033.
MAR 12 BONES FOR LIFE CLASSES - Wednesdays 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. On-going classes. A gentle yet powerful way to strengthen your bones, improve posture and restore balance. www.feldenkraiscentre.com (416) 928-3505
MAR 14 FRIDAY YOGA TEACHERS’ SEMINAR “TEACHING PRANAYAMA” with Monica Voss 12:30 – 3 pm. $40. Call Esther Myers Yoga Studio (416) 944-0838, info@estheryoga.com / www.estheryoga.com
MAR 15 REIKI LEVEL I CERTIFICATION. Learn vibrational healing for yourself and others. Covers Principles of Healing, Centering, harnessing the Life Force, endocrine glands, chakras & more. Illustrated Workbook. Attunements & Certificate. Usui method. Virginia Hart Nelson 14 years experience (416) 960-1690 www.theinnereye.ca / virginia@theinnereye.ca
MAR 15 PLAYING MUSIC ... PAIN FREE. 1 - 6 pm. This Feldenkrais® workshop will help you discover the ease and fluidity essential to pain-free performance. (416) 928-3505 / www.feldenkraiscentre.com
MAR 15 & 16 SINGLE NATURE LOVERS Rosedale Ravine Easter & Holiday Walk! Ages 20-39+ Sat. & Ages 40-65+ Sun. Meet Summerhill subway 12:30 pm. www.astrollinthepark.com / (416) 484-WALK (9255)
MAR 15 - 18 FOUNDATION OF BODYTALK, 4 Day Workshop – Toronto with Senior BodyTalk Instructor Beverly Lutz. This class is for healthcare providers keen to integrate BodyTalk into their practice or to begin a new career in integrative energy medicine. Learning BodyTalk will transform you, your health and your life. Call toll free 1-877-884-1767, info@bodytalkcentral.com / www.bodytalkcentral.com
MAR 16 SNATAM KAUR LIVE IN CONCERT. A heart opening performance combining musical traditions of East and West. Her enchanting voice brings you an experience of peace and devotion, 7 - 9 pm. $30/45 in advance. $35/50 at door. Limited premium seating. Tickets at Eternal Moments Bookstore 3300 Yonge St. (416) 486-9887 or spiritvoyage.com For more info call Tom (416) 929-9369.
MAR 16 - 23 BAHAMAS RETREAT: HEART SONGS REMEMBERED Rhythms of the Earth: A Tribal Perspective. Experience the Rhythms of the Earth and celebrate your intuitive wisdom within. An experiential and instructional Healing Sound Workshop includes: airfare, accommodation, 2 vegetarian meals per day, yoga classes, workshop with Gaisheda Kheawok, beach, and more! Whispering Song (416) 588-4503 / info@whisperingsong.com
MAR 21 SPRING EQUINOX – CELTIC CALENDAR CELEBRATION. The beginning of Spring; a time of renewal and rebirth. The days grow longer and the Earth is coming alive. Reclaim your childhood and connect to the playful energy of the child within. Join us in this opportunity to tune into what you are birthing this year. Call Whispering Song (416) 588-4503, info@whisperingsong.com
MAR 21 SINGLE CLUB / PUB / band Lovers Group Fun - Meeting details: www.astrollinthepark.com - or call (416) 484-9255.
MAR 22 ZEN SHIATSU TRAINING. Come and experience a taste of a Zen Shiatsu class through hands on practice. 4 - 6 pm, $20 (Proceeds to Zen Buddhist Temple). Kokoro Dojo, 358 Dupont St., Toronto. (416) 925-5722 / www.kokorodojo.com / kokorodojo@mac.com
MAR 25 HARA BREATHING. By developing an understanding of breath and how energy manifests and flourishes from the centre of the hara (abdominal region) we not only strengthen our physical bodies but are given an opportunity to work with emotional blockages which may create internal disharmony. Tuesdays: 3 - 4 pm or 6 - 7 pm. 8 weeks $126 (GST included). Kokoro Dojo, 358 Dupont St., Toronto. (416) 925-5722 / www.kokorodojo.com / kokorodojo@mac.com
MAR 26 TAI CHI CHUAN (YANG STYLE). Tai Chi Chuan is a series of postures linked together with flowing, circular movements that keep the body, mind and spirit limber and balanced. Practiced daily and properly, it promotes one's mental tranquility, improves physical fitness, increases blood circulation and is an excellent form of self-defense. Dondrub Wangchuck, Wednesdays 1:30 - 2:30, Level One - Ongoing. 4 weeks/$63 (GST included). Kokoro Dojo, 358 Dupont St., Toronto. (416) 925-5722 / www.kokorodojo.com / kokorodojo@mac.com
MAR 27 TAO YIN. Tao Yin evolved over the centuries into what is now known as Qigong. The excercises lead and guide the qi (vitali lilfe force) in the body and help to bring about an exchange of qi between you and nature. The inner excercises influence the meridians and the outer excercises influence the muscles, tendons, ligaments and limbs. Dondrub Wangchuck, Thursdays 8 - 9 am, ongoing. 4 weeks / $63 (GST included). Kokoro Dojo, 358 Dupont St., Toronto. (416) 925-5722 / www.kokorodojo.com / kokorodojo@mac.com
MAR 27 THREE SERIES WORKSHOPS: MOTHER AND ME. Thursday March 27 "Creating", Thursday April 10 "Communicating", Thursday April 24 "Caring" 7:30 - 9:30 pm. Single workshop @ $20, $45 advanced order, $55 at the door. Marlene George (905) 796-0101 or 1-866-475-5368 www.marlenegeorge.com
MAR 27 - 30 I CAN DO IT! Toronto features 7 amazing authors all in one place! Come for an evening or enjoy a whole weekend with your favourite inspirational authors: Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Marianne Williamson, Sylvia Browne, Carolyn Myss, Gregg Braden, Colette Baron-Reid and Sonia Coquette. Discover your true passion in life and a weekend of spiritual nourishment for your soul. Call 800-654-5126 or visit www.conduit.net for tickets and more information!
MAR 27 - MAY 1 INTRODUCTION TO HOMEOPATHY Six-session course teaches you to treat common ailments for yourself and family members. Call Tamara at (416) 385-1001 or visit http://www.thehealingdimension.com/courses.htm
MAR 28 PSYCHIC FUN MINI MESSAGE $5 ea. (416) 354-2721. http://groups.msn.com/spiritualwisdom
MAR 28 FIRST AID FUNDAMENTALS with Vera Stambolic. 12 - 3:30pm, $60. Call Esther Myers Yoga Studio (416) 944-0838 / info@estheryoga.com / www.estheryoga.com
MAR 28 & 29 INTRODUCTION TO BIO-SPIRITUALITY with Lucy Bowers. See www.biospiritual.org and see how the “felt Sense” of Focusing accesses not only our “story” as it lives in our bodies but also how it connects us to our selves, others and the divine. It is a way to meditate that allows for gentle growth, socially, emotionally, physically in healing and spiritually. It will quench the body’s search for spirit. For details and to register please call (416) 690-4862
MAR 28 - 30 HOMEOPATHIC SEMINAR, TORONTO. Approved BDDTN - for 10 credits. The use of classical Homeopathy with George Vithoulkas' methods in cardiac and pulmonary disorders. For further Information contact Ananda at anandahomeopathics@gmail.com or at Riverdale Homeo-pathic Resources Tel: (416) 778-0085, 1-877-913-3370.
MAR 29 HANDWRITING SECRETS REVEALED. Discover how personality traits appear in handwriting. Learn the basics and change your life with Grapho-therapy in this one day workshop. Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. $100. www.mindofexcellence.com
MAR 29 REIKI II CERTIFICATION. Application of symbols, Long-Distance healing. Strengthen your capacity to harness Reiki. Review principles of healing, endocrine system, chakras & more. Attunements. Workbook. Certificate. Usui method. Virginia Hart Nelson 14 years experience (416) 960-1690 / www.theinnereye.ca / virginia@theinnereye.ca
WOMEN'S SELF DEFENSE. Learn practical and effective applications to redirect and neutralize oncoming attacks. Dondrub Wangchuk. Sundays 5 - 6 pm. 6 weeks/$100 (GST included). Kokoro Dojo, 358 Dupont St., Toronto. (416) 925-5722 / www.kokorodojo.com / kokorodojo@mac.com
MAR 30 KUNDALINI - Right Thinking, Right Action: Psychological Housekeeping East & West. A one day seminar.
APRIL
APR 1 FELDENKRAIS® CLASSES. Join our ongoing classes at anytime. See March 8. www.feldenkraiscentre.com / (416) 928-3505.
APR 5 - 6 RADIONICS DISTANT HEALING COURSE Intensive Weekend Workshops. April 5 - 6 and 26 - 27, 2008. 1) Scientific foundations of Energy Medicine, 2) Distant Global Healing and Diagnosis 3) Biophysical, Quantum and Metaphysical Sciences 4) Training on Radionic instruments. Radionics Research Institute (905) 827-9448 or biophysica@gmail.com / www.radionic.info/radionics_course.html
APR 5 SINGLE MOVIE LOVERS WANTED – SilverCity Eglinton. Meet 2nd Cup - 40 Eglinton. Apr. 5, May 3, June 7, July 5 ... www.astrollinthe park.com or Call for time, (6:15 or 7pm): (416) 484-9255.
APR 5 & 6 LEARNING TO MOVE FORWARD. Learn Skills to identify, release and change our responses to the challenges in life (regardless of the circumstance) to create what we want. Call Marlene George at (905) 796-0101 or 1-866-475-5368 www.marlenegeorge.com
APR 6 HOT STONE MASSAGE CERTIFICATION COURSES, practical hand-on theory, 1 day ($269), 60 page manual, 10 CEU's exceptional value, 10 am - 5 pm at Sutherland-Chan. Visit www.thestonemassage.com / (416) 849-1895.
APR 6 TRAGER INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP. Learn about this gentle approach to releasing stress and increasing the body's ability to move more effortlessly. 10 am - 4 pm. Contact Nadine Feldman at (416) 406-0836. Find out how the Trager Approach can change your work and your life!
APR 6 INTRODUCTION TO THE VINIYOGA APPROACH with Judith McDermid. 10 am – 1 pm. $50. Esther Myers Yoga Studio (416) 944-0838 / info@estheryoga.com / www.estheryoga.com
APR 6 PELVIC POWER FOR CORE STRENGTH. 10 - 4 pm. The pelvis is your power centre for dynamic walking, improved posture and enhanced sexuality. For men and women, call (416) 928-3505, www.feldenkraiscentre.com
APR 7 -14 YOGA RETREAT AT LUNA LODGE, Costa Rica with Monica Voss and Tama Soble. From $2695. Esther Myers Yoga Studio (416) 944-0838 / info@estheryoga.com / www.estheryoga.com
APR 10 - 13 AWAKE NOW invitation to satsang, Katie Davis, author, Awake Joy: The Essence of Enlightenment, Sundance Burke, author, Free Spirit: A Guide to Enlightened Being. Thursday 7 pm satsang, The Rising Sun, Richmond Hill, 10330 Yonge St; Friday’s 7:30 pm satsang, Saturday’s intensive, 10 am - 4 pm, Emmanuel Howard Park Church, 214 Wright Ave., Toronto; Sunday’s intensive, 10 am - 4 pm, The Rising Sun, Rich-mond Hill. Register by April 1, donations discounted $5 or donate at the door. You may attend a single event or purchase a two day intensive pass to save. More information at www.SundanceandKatie.org / registration at www.katiedavis.org. Paul (416) 766-8876 or Bharangi (905) 884-3362.
APR 11 - 13 WE KNOW STRESS, WE FORGET TO PLAY. Time to play and have Fun. Affordable, fun filled, near Toronto Wonderful Women's Week-end RE-Treat. We are going to take exquisite care of you (and your friends). You will be delighted! Details: www.mysthaven.com/index.cfm?Fuseaction=ArticleDisplay&ArticleID=449 Diane (905) 862-3234 / Margaret (647) 896-3488, Tamara (416) 544-9244
APR 11 - 13 A RARE OPPORTUNITY! Crucially timed Level 1 NDT™ Training. Prepares you for a rarely offered Level 2 Certification, in May, with Dr. Kandis Blakely, creator of New Decision Therapy. Website: lynn.sites.toronto.com (416) 469-2033
APR 11 - 13 MOTHER-DAUGHTER RETREAT. Celebrate, explore and nourish your relationship with your mother/daughter. Deepen your bond through shared expressive arts activities in a breathtaking wilderness setting. www.indigotribe.ca
APRIL 12 HERBAL FIELD WORKSHOPS with herbalist Michael Vertolli. Herbal Field Studies is a series of 7 field workshops running monthly on Saturdays from April to October where you will learn how to identify local medicinal herbs throughout their lifecycle, harvest and use them. You will also make several different herbal preparations. Participants may attend as many of the workshops as they wish. Info: (905) 303-8723 ext. 1, www.livingearthschool.ca
APR 12 THE WISDOM OF SOUND – THE SHAMANIC PATH. The Sound of Silence is the still point, the pause between the physical and spiritual worlds. Explore the power of sound and its ability to facilitate the sound of silence, the gateway to the inner knowing of the Soul. Shamanic practices and sound circles will be explored. Call Whispering Song (416) 588-4503 / info@whisperingsong.com
APR 13 SPRING REIKI GATHERING - From the Heart. Come join us for a day of Voice, Rhythm and Spirit work, Speakers, Practitioner sharing and networking, Reiki Circle and a great Market Place. With Transense Healing Arts and Joyful Resistance. Downtown Toronto. Register online at www.transense.ca $95 early bird price or call Stephanie on (416) 916-2980. See the website for photos and comments from the Fall Reiki Gathering and for more information. See you there... Let's raise the energy vibration of Toronto.
APR 13 VOICE, RHYTHM, SPIRIT WORK AND REIKI MOVEMENT at the spring reiki gathering. Come join us for the day and celebrate. Share best practices with other Practitioners, Networking, Reiki Circle, CRA Information and Market Place. Downtown Toronto. Dundas/Jarvis. To register, for more information and photos / comments from the Fall Gathering, please go to wwww.transense.ca or call Stephanie at tel (416) 916-2980.
APR 16 WEEKLY WED. MEDIUMSHIP DEVELOPMENT Call (416) 354-2721. http://groups.msn.com/spiritualwisdom
APR 18 FRIDAY YOGA TEACHERS’ SEMINAR “PRACTICAL ANATOMY” with Tama Soble, 12:30-3 pm, $50. Call Esther Myers Yoga Studio (416) 944-0838 / info@estheryoga.com / www.estheryoga.com
APR 18, 19, 20 TOTAL HEALTH 2008 31st show. Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building. Learn to Slow Down, Live Naturally & Enjoy the Moment. More than 60 outstanding international speakers. Panel Presentations. Filmfest with Helke Ferrie. Gourmet Raw Café. Spa & Yoga Oasis. (416) 924-9800. www.totalhealthshow.com
APR 18 - 20 KUNDALINI YOGA RETREAT: Soul Communication at Tanglefoot Lodge near Lakefield, ON. Cost: $305 Four Directions Yoga Studio: (905) 989-0392 Email: info@fourdirectionsyoga.com
APR 19 - 21 PLANETARY LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE, Wesak Celebra-tions On the Nile, Luxor, Egypt. Invitation to all light workers who would like to play a major part in anchoring the golden age on earth, to please attend this event! URL: www.spiritinluxor.com or send email to: spiritinluxor@gmail.com
APR 19 REIKI LEVEL I CERTIFICATION. For details, see March 15 listing. Virginia Hart Nelson (416) 960-1690 / virginia@theinnereye.ca
APR 19 & 20 ANIMAL HEALERS. Certification courses and healing sessions in Animal & Human Reiki: April 19 (level I), and 20th (Level II). Courses are taught at a beautiful horse farm in Newmarket, and include all materials, manual, and a gift. Limited space! (special visit from Vancouver, BC). Shiri R. Joshua, M.A. www.ShiriJoshua.com Tel. 1-778-319-7387
APR 20 FELDENKRAIS FOR BETTER WALKING. 10 - 4 pm. Explore the activity of walking from different angles. (416) 928-3505 / www.feldenkraiscentre.com
APR 26 REIKI LEVEL II CERTIFICATION. For details, see March 29 listing. Virginia Hart Nelson (416) 960-1690 / virginia@theinnereye.ca
MAY
MAY 2 - 4 BASIC DNA THETA HEALING WORKSHOP with Loretta Mohl: Learn how to do theta healing on yourself and others. More information: www.ThinkThetaHealing.com or to register or for a distant private session contact Loretta (780) 910-5052 / email Loretta@ThinkThetaHealing.com
MAY 9 CPR WITH VERA STAMBOLIC. 12 - 3:30 pm, $60. Esther Myers Yoga Studio (416) 944-0838 / info@estheryoga.com / www.estheryoga.com
MAY 23 - 25 HATHA YOGA AND MEDITATION RETREAT at Tanglefoot – with Paola di Paolo near Lakefield, ON. Our organic style of hatha yoga explores the connection between grounding our selves, breathing, and releasing into the postures with the movement of the breath. This style of yoga prepares us for sitting meditation practice through which we can discover the natural heart of metta, loving kindness. Cost: $305. (905) 989-0392 / email: info@fourdirectionsyoga.com
MAY 24 - 25 ANGELIC REIKI 1 & 2 workshop on May 24 - 25 in Toronto. For more info on system, please see www.angelicreikimagic.com Email: angelicreiki1@gmail.com or Tel: (416) 465-2952.
MAY 24, 25 26 HEART RESONANCE THERAPY - an exciting new healing and spiritual development system awakening the Divine within. Learn how easy it is to live a happy and contented life. We welcome Trevor Gollagher, in Canada for the first time from Australia. Level I day 1, level II day 2, level III day 3. Take 1, 2 or all 3 levels. Free introductory evening talk May 22nd. Downtown Toronto. For more information contact Stephanie at Tel: (416) 916-2980, email stephanie@transense.ca and visit www.heartresonance.com.
JUNE
JUNE 25 REFLEXOLOGY ASSOCIATION OF CANADA CERTIFICATION. Course runs for four days: June 25, 26 and July 23, 24. Diana O'Reilly (15 years experience) (416) 767-6803 / diana.o@sympatico.ca
JUN 28 - JUL 3 CHALICE WELL RETREAT TO ENGLAND. Stay in the sacred and timeless town of Glastonbury in the South West of England. The Isle of Avalon. Rest within the Chalice Well house and gardens. Learn Axiatonal Alignment and sacred geometry and receIve an alignment at Stonehenge on the New Moon. Trips, meditations, English cream tea! For more information please go to www.awakeningtheheart.ca or Tel: (416) 916-2980 / (416) 320-8524 or email Stephanie at stephanie@transense.ca
ONGOING
A COURSE IN MIRACLES Spiritual Awakening. Bob Hannaford Pathways of Light Certified Teacher & Group Facilitator. Learn at your pace, accredited Home Study Program, telephone consultation. (705) 422-1215 / www.innersearchcentre.com / www.pathwaysoflight.org / wearerone@rogers.com
REFLEXOLOGY ASSOCIATION OF CANADA Certification Courses - Diana O'Reilly (15 years experience). (416) 767-6803 / diana.o@sympatico.ca
INNER GUITAR WITH ELANA VINNIK. Amazing as it seems you will play the guitar & sing in 1 day! 9am to 5pm. Video & DVD Available. Please call (416) 488-6388. www.innerguitar.com or www.e-lana.com
REIKI - Treatments, Classes, Support Groups - Toronto; Ajax. Ten years full-time experience specializing in recovery from serious health conditions. Apprentice training and support. All levels. lidia@AponaHealingArts.com or telephone (416) 964-8885.
MACROBIOTICS - health consultations, classes, cooking services. Toronto; Ajax. Ten years full-time experience Level 4 Sr. Macrobiotic Counsellor, specializing in recovery from serious health conditions. Certification available. Email:lidia@AponaHealingArts.com or telephone (416) 964-8885.
REBIRTHING/BREATHWORK. Individuals & groups. www.tamarapenn.com (416) 544-9244.
TONG REN HEALING GUINEA PIG CLASS - Group healing sessions using Tong Ren Therapy - Releasing blockages that cause illness. When Chi flows freely then the body heals. Wednesdays 7 - 8 p.m. Telephone (416) 225-3612 www.tongren.ca for more information.
A COURSE IN MIRACLES CENTRE TORONTO - a practical application, Process oriented weekly support groups are held in downtown Toronto, Aurora & North York. Please call (416) 398-6646.
ASTROLOGY TORONTO presents monthly workshops, on a variety of Astrological topics. Website: www.astrologytoronto.ca or email: astrologytoronto@gmail.com
PSYCHIC DEVELOPMENT CIRCLE. Develop your intuition. Alternating Thursdays, 7 - 9 pm. www.selina khan.com / (416) 424-4653.
WEEKLY MEDITATION GROUP by donation. Every Thursday 7:30 pm. (416) 354-2721. http://groups.msn.com/spiritualwisdom
HEALING CIRCLES meets one morning or one evening a month. Marlene George (905) 796-0101 or 1-866-475-5368. www.marlenegeorge.com
RAW FOODS NATURAL HYGIENE SUPPORT GROUP. Potlucks, discussions, videos. First Tuesday each month, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Please confirm: Dianne (416) 821-4939, raw_foods_natural_hygiene@yahoo.com / http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/rawfoodsnaturalhygiene/