!!! Luv and Excerpts from The Catalyst for Fun Newsletter: Connecting Austin
with with conscious, fun and activist resources.  **To subscribe or unsubcribe,
and to access many community resource/connection resource files, go to:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catalystforfun/
                              XX Love yous! Amanda Winters  :)



1) Effective Public Speaking Using Nuero-Linguistic Programming
     Techniques with Pammyla Brooks
2) Wisdom at Work Friday, 3/27 Luncheon features "Cultivating
     Positive Politics in Organizations with Michelann Quimby

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*The Thought that Counts Quote:

The Journey by David Whyte

Above the mountains
the geese turn into
the light again

Painting their
black silhouettes
on an open sky.

Sometimes everything
has to be
inscribed across
the heavens

so you can find
the one line
already written
inside you.

Sometimes it takes
a great sky
to find that

small, bright
and indescribable
wedge of freedom
in your own heart.

Sometimes with
the bones of the black
sticks left when the fire
has gone out

someone has written
something new
in the ashes of your life.

You are not leaving
you are arriving.

~ David Whyte ~ from his book, (House of Belonging)  http://www.davidwhyte.com/

**quote drawn from Panhala email list: To view a web archive of Panhala
postings: www.panhala.net/Archive/Index.html

To subscribe to Panhala, send a blank email to
Panhala-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
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**Amazing and rare John Lennon interview on war/politics, etc ==very relevant to
our time and animated wonderfully!

http://www.milkandcookies.com/link/106188/detail/
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0) Effective Public Speaking Using Nuero-Linguistic Programming Techniques

Public Speaking is the number one fear reported by people, according to the Book
of Lists. More people fear Public Speaking than fear death!

Join us as we discuss several ways to use NLP tools and techniques to overcome
this fear and to increase self-confidence for Public Speaking and other
anxiety-producing situations.

Participants will walk away with the following benefits:

~ An understanding of your preferred learning style (V, A, K) and how it
contributes to your presentation style.

~ Practical tips to both plan and deliver your next presentation.

~ Suggestions for preparing for potential pitfalls.

~ A Power Anchor located on the body that can be accessed at any time to feel
Powerful as needed.

No prior experience in NLP is required. Those with NLP experience may choose to
think about your own ways of incorporating NLP techniques in your presentations
so that we may generate a dynamic discussion.

When: Tuesday, March 24, 2009
               7:00 pm

Where: Unity Center, 9603 Dessau Road, Austin, Texas

About the the instructor: Pammyla Brooks, has a BA in Psychology and an MS in
Clinical and Health Psychology. She is a Certified Toastmaster (CTM) and is
certified in NLP. She has delivered Effective Public Speaking at the University
of Texas, among numerous other classes she has taught to adults for over a
decade. Her book, Choose Power: Tools and Techniques for Home and Work presents
NLP and other Power Techniques at very basic levels and will be published by O
Books in March, 2009.

Pammyla Brooks, MS
www.Pammyla.com
Author of the book, Choose Power: Tools and Techniques for Home and Work

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1)Wisdom at Work Friday, March 27th Luncheon   Date: Friday, March 27, 2009

We invite you to join us for our Friday, March 27th luncheon. Our speaker will
be "Michelann Quimby on the topic of "Cultivating Positive Politics in
Organizations". Ms. Quimby is president of DiaMind Consulting. She is an
organizational development coach and consultant, specializing in helping
companies define compelling vision and values that motivate and engage
employees. Michelann is an experienced speaker and published writer on topics
relating to organizational values, ethics, and interpersonal dynamics. Most
recently, she co- published an article featured in the Winter 2009 edition of OD
Practitioner, and has an article in the most recent issue of The Systems
Thinker.

**THIS MONTH'S PRESENTATION:

What comes to mind when you consider organizational politics? Do you think of
backstabbing, gossip, and self-interest, or do you think of alliance building,
interdependence, and trust? At its core, political power is the ability to
influence behavior through understanding the forces that motivate people to act.
The possibility of this power being misused is obvious even without the
cautionary tales of corporate fraud and corruption that have plagued the news
over past decades. So how do we cultivate moral political power? In this session
we'll discuss ways to recognize the three types of political power, and how to
cultivate ethical, values-based influence at work.

**Luncheon Details**

Time: Registration & Networking start at 11:30 a.m.
Luncheon and Presentation: Noon - 1:15 p.m.

Cost: Lunch and program is $20 (check or cash only) at the door; make check out
to WAW. (Pay $1 extra, please, for pie)

Location: Marie Callender's Restaurant 9503 Research Blvd # 400, Austin, TX
78759, Tel: (512) 349-7151

*Directions: From Hwy 183/Research Blvd, Turn right onto North CAPITAL OF TEXAS
HWY. Next, turn RIGHT onto STONELAKE BLVD at the traffic light. Look for Marie
Callender's Restaurant is on the right at the corner of RESEARCH BLVD / US-183
and Stonelake Blvd. It is in a stand-alone building in the Gateway Shopping
Center Parking Lot.

Registration: Click to Reserve a seat...
http://www.wisdomatworkaustin.org/Registration.htm

**To reserve a seat for our Friday, March 27th Wisdom at Work luncheon please
send an email with your name and zip code to : rsvptemp@...
See the Wisdom at Work website for more info!
email: wawevite@...
web: http://www.wisdomatworkaustin.org

* Wisdom At Work is dedicated to the spiritual well being and personal
fulfillment of individuals and to the vitality of their organizations. We
accomplish this by creating a sense of belonging, modeling authenticity, and
holding the space that allows for transformation and co-creation.

Just a reminder that Nini Guerard, is offering Theta Healing DNA Basic and
Advanced classes (6 days for both), starting this coming Friday, March 27th in
Taylor (North Austin).  For information, go to www.nirvanaalternatives.com or
contact Kathleen Fors 512-506-9059, or kathleen.fors@....

Please join us in Austin's Northwest Hills on the first Sunday of the month from
April to December 2009. Our first meeting is Sunday, April 5, 2009, from 5:00 to
7:00 p.m. We'll be exploring the chakras, their influence in our lives, and
related themes. Bring a pillow, blanket, journal, water, and a friend. Donation:
$13 (512) 343-7679 heartsonginfo@...

Register by Tuesday for Morning Mist's Fibromyalgia and Chronic Dis-ease Retreat

This your last chance to take advantage of Morning Mist Retreats presentation of

Fibromyalgia—A Spiritual Journey,
which takes place on Saturday, March 28, 2009, 8:30 am–4 pm at Avenue Five, 8620
Burnet Rd, #300, Austin

The day will be a buffet of ways to treat and release the pain of this baffling
condition, including an afternoon spa time when you can select several body
treatments or classes: massage, Reiki, Touch for Health, Feldenkrais, Tai
Chi--even a facial.

Enjoy a day of indulging self-care.
Experience a variety of healing methods.
Learn techniques to help yourself.

REGISTER NOW – Space is limited. Deadline
$85 fee includes lunch. ($25 non-refundable deposit)

Contact Latasha at 512-716-9065 or
robinsonlatasha@...

This retreat is facilitated by trained Touch for Health, Reiki, massage, and
other practitioners who have overcome this and other debilitating conditions.

Morning Mist Retreats is a Texas nonprofit organization dedicated to providing
retreats that are spiritual, experiential, culturally diverse, and affordable.
Our goal is to provide transformative, fulfilling experiences. See
www.morningmistretreats.org. For more information, contact Karen Beard,
Director, (512) 255-0075, karenlynnk2000 yahoo.com, OR join our Yahoo group
mailing list at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/morning_mist_retreats.

~~ OneBigCircle becomes One Big Network!!! ~~

Hi everyone,

Well most of you now have heard of or visited OneBigCircle.org .

Well we have decided to take OBC to the next level, this we hope will benifit
everyone....

If you have your own website, group, service OR your searching somthing
poticular then we hope you will like our plan...

OBC is currently a fash growing online community of like minded lite workers...
like this group and other sites and groups accross the internet..
but we are a sharing website community and we want to help other websites and
groups to grow....
we would like to think that people who visit OBC are there to learn and share,
and IF OBC does not have what they are looking for that we can help direct them
/ recomend other websites / groups to find what it is there looking for....

OK I hear you say, whats this gotta do with me, well IF your a website owner OR
a group owner we are offering you FREE advertising / networking at OBC.....

how is that?? well we are going to be setting up banner rotators on every page
of our OBC network, also each member has there own profile page and will has the
membership status of website owner / group owner etc....  this shows all of our
members AND visitors who you are, about your website or group, AND your banners
displayed on rotatation... thus if your website / group is what the member /
visitor is looking for..... yu get the idea....

We also have forums, groups, music, video, blogs, chat, etc etc of which ALL
members who join OBC have full access to... FREE

we also have plans for our own Blogtalkradio station and newsletter, again all
site and group owners will be promoted in them, on rotation free of charge....

Im sure there is more but I cant think of them all right now......

Bottom line is, theres no catch, its all free and we are working towards
creating OneBigCircle / Network that provides links to everything you might want
to read about / join etc.........

Thanks for reading and I really hope everyone joins in on this and we can all
help eachother.....

Love and light

Jaff

www.onebigcircle.org

Dear Ones.
The Trecena of Cauac, the Rainstorm, presents a glorious opportunity to
understand energies being felt at this time.
Mark "Thunderbird" Henry and I have spoke many times of a new energy wave
coming in - seen as a Tsunami Wave of great force and strength. The energies
of the Cauac Trecena (March 11-23) reflects a time of:
"Taking the Power of the People forward into the Rainbow Tribe.  We are all
one in the eyes of the Universe."
So what does that mean?  Cauac (pronounced cow awk) energy represents
"Activating for Ascension" and in attunement with "Purifying the Body
Temple." This means these thirteen days are preparing us for another
frequency shift - a dramatic one. Balancing Cauac energies brings a release
from materialism and the fear of losing everything; transformation as we
release the "trauma drama" of daily storms in our life. We realize this wave
of new energies as cleansing.   Washing over us, it leaves a beautifully
clean surface for us to rewrite and recreate our energetic and physical Body
Temple. These thirteen days are a wondrous time to experience a cleansing on
many levels.
This time reminds me of my childhood South.  Growing up close to the Gulf of
Mexico, we spent summer days at the beach.  And every so often, a wave would
catch me unaware, crashing over me, tossing me around in the surf.
Sputtering for air, I would look around blinking rapidly to see where I had
landed and reorient myself.  It took a few moments to do so, but I would
quickly catch my breath, regain my balance and my vision would clear.  Wow,
what an exhilarating ride!!!  And then there were the times I knew the wave
was coming and I would jump in with glee at the opportunity to "ride the
wave."
Such is this tsunami of energy coming our way. Releasing the fear of what is
to happen, knowing the Universe stands as a Life Guard to throw us a life
line when we look for it, allows you to enjoy this exhilarating time! Our
energetic bodies will rebalance and then be reflected in our physical self.
After these days Eb "the Road" sets in motion the healing process after the
storm.  March 24th to April 5th signals a time for:
"Healing energies to flow strongly through the Universal Oneness.  We begin
to understand that Release of our fears creates Abundance for all."
As many of you know, these Trecena cycles are but one layer of the Maya
Calendars. The larger "Heaven" cycles take place every 360 days. We are
currently in a time of new light (knowledge) which then moves into a period
of introspection (wisdom).  Be aware the intensity with which you feel these
movements is increasing as the filters disappear - we move closer to
complete Oneness and Enlightenment. Exciting times indeed!!!!
Because of these dramatic shifts, I have been guided to share the wisdom in
as many venues as possible. I am travelling extensively this year in an
effort to "Spread the Word." Below is a listing of current events and
locations. These are increasing each day.  My website has additional
details.
My gratitude for sharing this with those you feel may have an interest in
understanding these changing times.
Love and Abundance, my brothers and sisters, as we realize the true depth to
the greeting
"In Lak'ech" (I am another you).
Karen
Karen Rollins
www.karen-rollins.com
337.794.0062

Upcoming Events
Gift of Light Expo - Columbus, Ohio                     Readings, Maya
Products and Lectures
  "Maya Calendar Prophecies" and "Living the Life You Dream Of - Co-Creating
Your Reality" March 14-15
Steps to Tranquility - Mansfield, Ohio                     Readings, Maya
Products and Lectures
"Introduction to the Maya Calendars" and "Spiritual Communication - includes
Gallery Readings" March 27-30
Self Health and Awareness Center - Vienna, WV      Readings, Maya Products
and Lecture
"Introduction to the Maya Calendars" April 4
Avonmora - Vermilion, Ohio                                 Readings, Maya
Products and Workshop
"Maya Calendar Prophecies" and "Living the Life You Dream Of - Co-Creating
Your Reality" April 18-19
Steps to Tranquility - Mansfield, Ohio                     Readings, Maya
Products and Lectures
"Deeper Understandings to the Maya Calendars" and "Living the Life You Dream
Of - Co-Creating Your Reality" April 24-27
Midnight Moon - Sandusky,Ohio                             Readings, Maya
Products and Workshop
"Living the Life You Dream Of - Co-Creating Your Reality" May 9-10

MUM Holistic Expo - Allentown, PA                      Readings, Maya
Products and possible Lecture
	 May 16-17
Blooming Rose Expo - Gilbertsville, PA                  Readings, Maya
Products and Lectures
	 June 27-28
Sand Sea and Spirit - Orange Beach, AL Sept. 19-26
Universal Light Expo - Columbus, Ohio                Readings, Maya
Products, Workshop and Lecture October 11-12

Office Available in Alternative Health Clinic

We currently have one office available in our well- established clinic (12
years) located in West Lake Hills.  The clinic has a wide range of skilled
healthcare practitioners:

* Chiropractor
* Osteopathic physician, specializing in general medicine and ayurveda
* Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine
* 2 Psychotherapists
* Colon hydro-therapist

We are looking for a healthcare professional to complement our various
disciplines.  The room has historically been rented by massage therapists.  The
office is 9' X 10'. Rent is $325/month, which includes all bills.  No deposit is
required.

Location is on Bee Cave Rd at Westlake Dr in West Lake Hills.
Contact Niki Doering at 512-809-0310.

•         7 or 8 channeled messages
•         a bit about gratitude
•         a mention of wants and needs
•         information about an upcoming program or two
•         the difference between a "channel" and a "medium"
•         and some other goodies!

Negative Pressure Cupping Massage for Facial Drainage and Lifting

This technique is also useful for aestheticians and the general public. You need
not be a therapist to use this process.

This class will teach the basics for eliminating buildup of wastes and fluids in
the face and neck, stimulating circulation and lymphatic flow to give a more
youthful appearance and a "lifted" look.

Class will include an introduction to lymphatics of the head and face,
discussion of skin and common problems of facial skin, introduction to the
equipment, safety and contraindications and practice with the techniques.

Equipment supplied for the class and available for purchase.

This is a great technique to add to a practice or to practice on yourself and
family.

March 21, 2009
Noon - 6pm

6 NCBTMB & Texas CE's

$109 until 3/6
$129 thereafter
Pay online here - http://www.resource-connection.net/classes/facial_cupping.htm
or call 512-448-2266

Advance registration required.
Credit cards accepted.

Held at Advanced Holistic Healing Arts
321 W. Ben White, Ste. 203
Austin, TX 78704
Map & directions - http://www.resource-connection.net/facilities.htm#map

TAUGHT BY: Michelle Burns, BSN, BS Alt Med, LMT, MTI
of Advanced Holistic Healing Arts

Michelle Burns, BSN, BS Alt Med, LMT, MTI, is a NCBTMB & State of Texas approved
CE provider with over 15 years of experience as a massage therapist and massage
therapy instructor for a wide variety of subjects. She has also taught classes
for the public at several resort spas and continuing education classes in touch
and aromatherapy for nurses. Her experience includes supervising massage therapy
instructors and teaching them the skills they need for the classroom. She also
teaches advanced technique classes in a variety of specialties.

Michelle Burns is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic
Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB)as a continuing education Approved Provider.

Learn more about Michelle and Advanced Holistic Healing Arts:
www.holistichealingarts.net

Both beginning and intermediate Mayan-Aztec sacred geometry classes will be
taught in Austin's Northwest Hills. Please contact 512-343-7679 or
heartsonginfo@... to register for classes and to get directions. Please
register soon, as class space is limited.

BEGINNING LIGHT LANGUAGE
Join us as we explore Mayan-Aztec sacred geometry. Combine three-dimensional
geometric shapes and colored light to energetically heal yourself, impact your
environment, and change your life. Includes book and instructions.

9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2009
$21 deposit due no later than Wednesday, March 18, 2009

INTERMEDIATE LIGHT LANGUAGE
Join us as we continue our exploration of Mayan-Aztec sacred geometry. Learn how
to write three-dimensional prayers to energetically heal yourself, others, and
the community. Rewrite your life script to create love, cash, life purpose, and
more. Receive powerful healing prayers for over 200 dis-eases. Includes manuals
and supplies. NOTE: Beginning class is required in order to take intermediate
class.

2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2009
AND
9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, March 22, 2009
$83 deposit due no later than Wednesday, March 18, 2009

NOTE: Cancellations can be made if class materials have not yet been ordered.
For late cancellations, deposits can be applied to a future class or private
instruction.

**luv and only the personal growth excerpts from Catalyst for Fun
Newsletter==sign up if you want the political, community and social events as
well..see the latest at:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catalystforfun/
x Amanda Winters, LCSW  ;0

1) Community Events
2) Yoga Yoga's Upcoming Workshops  see www.yogayoga.com for more info
3) Events from the Jung Society of Austin www.jungsociety.com
4) Full Moon Yoga in Austin, Texas with Charles MacInerney
5) Jump-Start Your Year with The Foundation Seminar!  by Kathlyn Hendricks…she 
and her husband, Gaye are the internationally beloved  authors of Conscious Love
and Lasting Love==2 of my favorite books on relationships=highly
recommended==amanda
6) Austin Shambhala Meditation Center monthly roundup
8) March Programs at Seton Cove
9) Intl. Womens' Day Celebrations, Sat, 2/7 and Sunday, 2/8
13) Blossoming Together  A Body Choir Dance Retreat www.bodychoir.org
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**The Thought that Counts Quote:

**For Presence - John O'Donohue

Awaken to the mystery of being here
and enter the quiet immensity of your own presence.

Have joy and peace in the temple of your senses.

Receive encouragement when new frontiers beckon.

Respond to the call of your gift and the courage to
follow its path.

Let the flame of anger free you of all falsity.

May warmth of heart keep your presence aflame.

May anxiety never linger about you.

May your outer dignity mirror an inner dignity of
soul.

Take time to celebrate the quiet miracles that seek
no attention.

Be consoled in the secret symmetry of your soul.

May you experience each day as a sacred gift woven
around the heart of wonder.

~ John O'Donohue ~ from  To  Bless the Space Between Us

**quote drawn from Panhala email list: To view a web archive of Panhala
postings: www.panhala.net/Archive/Index.html

To subscribe to Panhala, send a blank email to Panhala-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
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2) Community Events:

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Movement breath and sound workshop with Vicki Wolf,
Sunday, March 8

Move, Breathe, Make a Joyful Noise

When:  1:30 pm - 4:30 pm, March 8, 2009
Where:  Casa de Luz, 1701 Toomey Rd., Austin, TX
To Register:  Send e-mail to vicki@... or call 512-386-5344
	 $20-35 donation suggested - more or less is acceptable
	 Class limited to 15 people - register now to reserve your space.

A Workshop with Vicki Wolf at Casa de Luz
Movement, breath, and sound can facilitate letting go into quiet, relaxed body
and empty, calm mind so that the inner voice of inspiration and oneness can be
heard. We will enjoy practices from ancient wisdom teachings that include
movement, breath, deep relaxation, sound (chanting & zikr), guided imagery and
meditation.
Vicki Wolf has been a student of yoga and meditation for more than 15 years and
a teacher for eight years, Vicki is certified to teach Yoga of the Heart, the
yoga-based stress management program developed by Nischala Joy Devi for Dr. Dean
Ornish's "Program for Reversing Heart Disease." Vicki also brings to this
workshop the transformational love and joy of Sufi poetry and practices, as well
as uplifting experiences with chanting and singing.
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  FREE INTRODUCTORY ASCENSION CLASS
  March 5th

WHAT: New Life, New Love
Create a Life of Love, Happiness & Self Confidence

The class is designed as a series of 12 classes, so you can become fully
grounded and strong in your own being. This class will save you years of effort,
and you will feel love for yourself in a new and profound way.

You will also learn how to:

Create a life of balance!
Plug into the New Energy!
Respect yourself to the very core of your being!
Create a loving body and a loving home!
Create loving relationships!
Make your life and adventure!


WHEN: Thursday, March 5, 2009
7:00-9:00 p.m.

WHERE: Harmony and Balance Studio
3321 Hancock Dr.
Austin, TX 78731

REGISTER: Anne Kanno, anne@...
512-293-7732, www.angeltreeconsulting.com
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3) Yoga Yoga's Upcoming Workshops  see www.yogayoga.com for more info

Yoga teachers from around the world are coming to Austin and offering programs
at Yoga Yoga in many different yoga traditions, so there's something for
everyone.

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Gurucharan Singh Khalsa, Ph.D.

March 20-22 at Yoga Yoga Westgate
Gurucharan is a widely recognized expert and pioneer in the application of
Kundalini Yoga and meditation for individual excellence. In this weekend of
special events, you will use yogic tools to tap into your creativity, develop
your self-awareness and cultivate your powers of self-healing. Choose from
classes on expanding your aura, enhancing your emotional well-being, deepening
your meditation and more!

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Yoga Trance Dance™ with Sanieh
March 27 at Yoga Yoga 360

Join us for an exploration of the eternal flow of natural movement through yoga.
Beginning with the experience of energy initiating postures, yoga trance dance
flows into an exploration of free-form, breath driven movement to liberate one's
creative life-force and cultivate embodied freedom. This is a very rigorous, hot
practice - be prepared to sweat!
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Guru Dev Singh

March 17 at Yoga Yoga 360

The health and well-being of the body begins with our state of mind. In this
Kundalini Yoga meditation class suitable for everyone, Guru Dev will lead
participants through practices to help create a meditative state that is
conducive to self-healing. You will learn several practical meditative
techniques to allow the body to experience its healing powers and bring a sense
of balance and neutrality to the mind.
Click here for more info.
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The Sound of the Gong with Mehtab
April 3-6 at Yoga Yoga Westgate

On Friday night, experience the unique sounds of an array of gongs played in
concert by expert Kundalini Yoga teachers. We will explore to the sounds and
transformational effects of the different gongs, followed by a yoga set and a
45-minute journey into the sounds of several gongs playing. Saturday and Sunday
will offer gong yoga training - learn how to use yoga and the cosmic sound of
the gong to transform yourself and others!
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Yoga & Vedic Tradition Series
with Craig Williams
April 7 - May 12 Women's Rejuvenation and Cleansing Retreat
with Sapphire and Mary
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April 16-19
Nischala Joy Devi
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April 24-26  Align with the Divine
with Christina Sell
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May 8-10
Caribbean Yoga Vacation
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May 30 - June 6 - Maya Tulum, Mexico
Yoga Yoga has reserved the beach cabanas of one of the most prestigious yoga
destinations in the world, a combination of a seaside vacation, world-class spa
treatments, exquisite fresh cuisine, nature excursions and of course: yoga,
yoga, yoga! Register by April 1 for special discounts. Plus, round-trip tickets
are currently available for under $500.
Click here for more info.
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4) Events from the Jung Society of Austin www.jungsociety.com

***LECTURES

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What's Fundamental about Fundamentalism?

Wynette Barton, PhD.
WHEN: Friday, March 6, 7:30-9:30 PM
WHERE: First Unitarian Church, 4700 Grover Ave, 78756 (452-6168), Room 15
COST: $12 members; $15 non-members
**CEU's (2) available upon request**

The word "fundamental," whether applied to religion, politics or education,
supposedly refers to a concept's foundation, to something basic and
indisputable. But wait a minute! Who decides what is basic and indisputable?
Powerful, lasting concepts often have sides that are hard to pin down neatly and
difficult to speak concisely. This evening we will discuss how condensed
versions (though comfortable in their simplicity) can be bamboozling
distractions from the "truths of the gods" contained in the abstract ideals of
some of our collective beliefs.

Wynette Barton, PhD is a Jungian Analyst practicing in Austin. Her longtime
interest in social and political phenomena often leads her into explorations of
the machinations of collective activity. She has a Masters degree in Psychology,
a doctorate in Theology, and is a Diplomate of the C.G. Jung Institute of
Zurich. She lives in Kyle with her husband Bob, a few too many goats, a dog, a
donkey and a number of uninvited coyotes!
The Burden of Religion
Josh Bertetta, PhD.

WHEN: Friday, April 3, 7:30-9:30 PM
WHERE: First Unitarian Church, 4700 Grover Ave, 78756 (452-6168), Room 15

COST: $12 members; $15 non-members

Depth Psychology has long wrestled with the issue of religion. Jung referred to
Christianity as the "great burden" we must all bear. In this lecture, Dr.
Bertetta will present how Carl Jung, James Hillman and Wolfgang Giergerich have
grappled with the "burden" of religion. In this discussion, we will come to
understand how each theorist defines religion and its relationship to
psychology.

Joshua Bertetta, PhD. is a Visiting Professor of Religious Studies at St.
Edward's University and is a graduate of Pacifica Graduate Institute.

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The Transformative Power of Magical Space
Priscilla Murr, PhD., LPC
WHEN: Friday, May 15, 7:30-9:30PM
WHERE: First Unitarian Church, 4700 Grovver Ave, Room 15
Cost: $12 members; $15 non-members
**CEU's (2) available upon request**

A small cave on the Pedernales River is the location of thousand year-old
paintings. This space was most certainly sacred to the artist and the community
she/he created it for. The cave with the paintings provided a place apart from
the daily life where psychic transformations, initiations and contact with the
transcendent could occur. Priscilla took a group from the Jung Society to visit
the cave several years ago. As a result, the Jung Society financed the carbon
dating of the site, proving the site to be older than 750 years. Not only is the
site interesting because there is so little rock art in Central Texas, but also
because the Jung Society has been so involved with the recent archaeology of the
site.

Priscilla Murr, PhD., LPC has been in private practice in Austin for nearly 25
years. She came to Austin from Zurich where she studied at the Jung Institute,
the University of Zurich and analyzed with one of Jung's closest students. A
graduate from the Jung Institute with a degree in the ethnology of religion, Dr.
Murr is a long time student of rock art: seeing in it a clear expression of
humanity's experience with the unconscious and the transcendental world.



****CLASSES / GROUPS / WORKSHOPS

**
The Individuation Process
Karen Vandiver, LPC, LMFT
WHEN: Saturdays, March 21, 28, April 4 and 11 (4 sessions), 2:00-3:30 PM
WHERE: Directions to class location given when you enroll by calling
254-541-6165
Cost: $48 members; $54 non-members
**CEU's (6) available upon request**

In the class we will explore the different stages of the individuation process
along with how it is affected by psychological types, the conscious awareness of
the individual and the relationship to the unconscious. We will also discuss the
therapeutic relationship in terms of healing in the life of the individual.
Because Jung used Psychological Types as a blueprint for wholeness, this will be
discussed in depth and referenced throughout using excerpts from the book by
Marie-Louise Von Franz on Jung's Typology along with her book
<i>Psychotherapy</i>. The goal is for each participant to come away with a
strong sense of the therapeutic relationship and how that translates into real
life. All materials, including reading materials, will be provided at each class
for all participants.

Karen Vandiver, LPC, LMFT is a psychotherapist in private practice in Austin,
Texas.  She is a two-time past president and board member of the Jung Society of
Austin and has been a class presenter for 15 years.  She has lectured abroad as
well as locally on the Fundamentals of Jungian Psychology.

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Messages from the Other Side: A Workshop on Dreams
Priscilla Murr, PhD., LPC
WHEN: Tuesdays, April 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19 (skip May 26) and June 2,
7:30-9:30PM
WHERE: Directions to class location given when you enroll by calling
512-482-0074. Limit: 6 people
Cost: $58 members; $72 non-members
**CEU's (12) available upon request**

I like to think of a dream as a thread plucked up by the needle of consciousness
out of the fabric of our lives. Each dream reflects all the depth and complexity
of our existence. Jung said that each dream is the best statement for the
information which the unconscious is trying to communicate to the conscious
mind. But, we all want to interpret them, to get closer to the loving heart of
the Self. This workshop will be an opportunity for you to explore your dreams
and the dreams of each other in a safe, protected space.

Priscilla Murr, PhD., LPC, is a Jungian Analyst who trained at the Jung
Institute in Zurich. She has worked on her dreams since 1968, worked on them in
analysis and on her own, and has worked with other people's dreams since 1980.
She has a great deal of respect for the unconscious and knows how a dream can
change a life.
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6) Full Moon Yoga in Austin, Texas with Charles MacInerney
Please note new location at
Ridge Oak Drive Scenic Overlook
4400 Ridge Oak Dr., Austin, 78731

*see www.yogateacher.com for more info on this and many yoga retreats with
Charles

Free Yoga and Meditation ClassesCharles MacInerney leads a free, outdoor Full
Moon Yoga and Meditation Class at a scenic overlook each month. We do some
gentle Hatha Yoga, a 20 minute meditation, watch the sun set and the full moon
rise, and then visit with one another and enjoy the scenery. This tradition is
now in its 14'th year!

These classes are free and are open to anyone, regardless of age or experience.
Children and even well behaved pets are welcome.

If you would like to be added to our e-mail list, click here, and we will be
happy to remind you each month of upcoming Full Moon hatha yoga classes at
Chappell Hill scenic overlook. Just , and put full moon yoga in the subject
field.

Classes are scheduled to meet on the following dates, and meet regardless of
weather for those adventurous enough to show up.

free outdoor yoga classes in Austin, TexasThe dates below are for the Spring of
2009. This class does not meet during winter months, but if you sign up (above)
I will notify you when we resume meeting

**Full Moon Yoga  Schedule for 2009:

     • Wednesday, March 11, 6:45 pm
     • Friday, April 10, 7:00 pm
     • Saturday, May 9, 7:30 pm (Substitute Teacher - Charles will be leading a
retreat)
     • Sunday, June 7, 7:45 pm
     • Monday, July 6, 7:45 pm
     • Thursday, August 6, 7:45 pm
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7)  Jump-Start Your Year with The Foundation Seminar!

   *Kathlyn Hendricks and her husband, Gaye are the authors of Conscious Love and
Lasting Love==2 of my favorite books on relationships=highly
recommended==amanda!

Join us for The Austin Foundation Seminar facilitated by mega-transformational
leader, Kathlyn Hendricks of The Hendricks Institute April 24-26, 2009 here in
Austin.

During this three-day seminar you will learn to end blame and criticism; open to
more love, more fun, more joy; trust in yourself and your body wisdom; have lots
of fun while learning and installing new programs for creating your life by
conscious design!

Enroll by 3-25-09 and receive the early bird discount of $495! After that time,
your investment will be $595. Enroll by calling Nancy at 1-800-688-0772 ext. 1.

In my opinion, the Hendricks "work" is THE most user-friendly, practical AND
expansive around. Katie's pairing of profound whole-being shifting with deep
play makes her Foundation Seminar wonderfully unique and ultra-transforming. It
is the best experience I've ever given myself and I am very happy to give this
to myself again and to share it with you!!

With Excitement, Karen Thompson, see www.ktphd.com for more info

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8) Austin Shambhala Meditation Center monthly roundup
of upcoming programs and events for the month of March 2009
Conversations about Buddhism
Wednesday evening ~ with various teachers
• Wednesday evenings ~ 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
• Meditation instruction offered at 6:30 p.m.
Please join us for our popular weekly ongoing discussion about all things
Buddhist, which always begins with a brief period of meditation. The subject
matter and forum is designed to be highly accessible for everyone.
Free and open to everyone, this class is a discussion group led by a
teacher/facilitator. A class might focus on a particular topic or read a book
over several classes. All are welcome to join in at any time during the course
of the program. These discussions are structured so that you do not have to have
read the book or prepared in advance.
On the first Wednesday of each month we discuss meditation itself.
For more information please contact Louise Hasty at lhasty@..., or Bobby
Hudgins at hudgemonster@...
Free and open to the public.
f***To see the many other terrific events of this group, see  the Web version of
their monthly http://www.ymlp42.com/pubarchive.php?austinshambhala
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10) March Programs at Seton Cove

You may register for these and others Seton Cove Spirituality Center programs
on-line at www.setoncove.net  or call 451-0272.

March Programs:

Clay Meditation
Renee Beckham
March 5 (Th), 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
$35 (Includes supplies.  Pre-registration required.)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/clay_meditation

Conversation Café
Leilani Rose and Ginny Agnew, Facilitators
March 7, (Sa) 10 am to 12 noon
$5 per session (Pre-registration requested, but not required.)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/weekend/conversation_cafe

Evening with the Mystics:  John O'Donohue
  a class on his work with Hannah O'Donoghue, CCVI, RN, MS
Mar. 10 (Tu), 6:30 – 8:00 pm
$20 (Pre-registration required)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/evening_with_the_mystics_john_odonohue


The Challenge of Being Biblical
Rev. Dr. Gareth Lloyd Jones
March 11 (W), 13 (F), 16 (M), 12 Noon – 1:15 pm
$75 (Includes lunch.  Pre-registration required.)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/the_challenge_of_being_biblical

Lunch with the Author:  Radical Gratitude by Andrew Bienkowski and Mary Akers
Andrew Bienkowski and Mary Akers
March 25 (W), 12 noon – 1 pm
$20 (Includes lunch.  Pre-registration required.)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/lunch_with_the_author_radical_gratitud\
e

Mindful Photography: Sacred Viewing of Ordinary Objects
Scott Quinn, MA, MDiv
March 23, 30 Apr. 6 (M), 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
$75 (Pre-registration required)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/classes/mindful_photography

Restoring Balance Luncheon
12 noon – 1 pm
$15/$12 members (Reserve a box lunch by registering by 12 noon the Monday prior
to each luncheon.)
$5 (Bring a brown bag lunch.  Beverages and cookies provided.)
http://www.setoncove.net/programs/luncheon/tuesday_restoring_balance_luncheon

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11) Intl. Womens' Day Celebrations, Sat, 2/7 and Sunday, 2/8

International Women's Day (IWD) is the global day connecting all women around
the world and inspiring them to achieve their full potential. IWD celebrates the
collective power of women past, present and future.
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a) Event at Ruta Maya  3601 S Congress Cost:
$5 at the door
Time and Place
Date: Saturday, March 7, 2009
Time: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Ruta Maya
Contact Info Sherry Scott Phone: 5124482266
**Event Description:
Bring the Family!
• Live Music
• Juggling Demos & Lessons
• Community Art Project
• Henna Tattoos

Entertainment by:
Sara Hickman
Catharsis & the Roto-Rockers
Texas Juggling Society

Enjoy food and beverages from Ruta Maya. Bring a picture of a special woman in
your life to add to the community art project.

Brought to you by the Anam Cara Foundation 501(c)(3)

If you are part of an organization offering resources to women, there will be a
resource area for you to share your information. Please contact
info@... for arrangements.

Visit: www.anamcara-foundation.org  for information and a downloadable flyer.
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b) Celebrate International Women's Day
When:  Sunday 3/8, 12pm-5pm
Where: Ten Thousand Villages  www.villagesofaustin.org
1317 South Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78704 (512) 440-0440
Event Description:  Explore the World of Women's Handicrafts
Enjoy samples of fair trade chocolate and coffee while learning about women
artisans around the world.
*Speaker Series:
Monday - Friday 3/9-3/13, 1-1:30pm
Each afternoon will feature a different speaker with a focus on empowering women
globally and locally.
  Awards Reception
Friday 3/13, 6-8pm
Join us in honoring outstanding Austin women nominated by you!* Announcements
and presentations will begin at 7pm.  Bring your friends and family to enjoy
live music, wine and refreshments!
  * you can nominate the women you think deserve recognition by filling out a
nomination form at our store between now and March 8.
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Benefit Shopping Nights that benefit local charities:
Monday - Thursday 3/9-3/12, 5-9pm
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15) Blossoming Together  A Body Choir Dance Retreat


April 9th-12th, 2009 Easter Weekend


What better way to spend Easter weekend then with your dance community?

Your registration includes:

Three dances Friday night and Sunday morning Body Choirs and our Saturday Night
Ball

New ideas for your dance at many Playshops on our theme topic.

Live music at our late night Libido Lounge music jams.

Bring your kid(s) to our new Neato! Lounge-- (Saturday morning and afternoon)
for supervised fun.

Swim, walk, meditate, gaze at stars, walk in a stone labyrinth, and more at our
142-acre Hill Country ranch.

Enjoy creative, wholesome meals from our wonderful food team.

Camp out or sleep in beds in our new heated cabins or bunk house.

Just spend time with your tribe... or have time to yourself.

BEFORE MARCH 22, 2009

April 10, 11, 12--FRIDAY/SATURDAY/SUNDAY

CAMPING $95/INDOORS $135 (Includes everything)

(plus 2 hours of Community Service)

April 9th—THURSDAY EVENING ADD ON

CAMPING JUST $35/ INDOORS JUST $45

(plus 1 extra hour community service)


PRICES INCREASE ON 3/23/08.

Go to www.bodychoir.org

E-mail-- info@...

Hi Everyone,

I just wanted you to know that a very powerful Theta Healing Teacher, Nini
Guerard, is coming to North Austin (Taylor) this month to teach the Basic and
Advanced DNA Theta Healing classes and Manifesting Abundance.

The dates are:  Basic: March 27, 28 & 29.  Advanced: March 30, 31 & April 1. 
Manifesting Abundance (must have completed Basic and Advanced) is April 4 & 5.

For complete information, please go to www.nirvanaalternatives.com, then select
"seminars" and then scroll down to "Theta Healing"; then select "Texas".  The
classes are held in Taylor, just north of Austin.

You may call me, Kathleen Fors 512-506-9059 for more information or call Nini's
office in California 707-321-8562.

Austin Breathwork

Austin Breathwork's goal is to build a community of like-minded human
beings who want to actively explore healing through a variety of
breathing practices in a safe, nurturing environment. We are spiritual
beings who want to experience and express our human selves.

These meetings are active - you participate with your body, mind, and
soul. Your body is encouraged to move, your mind to question, your
soul to connect.

Generative Breathwork
Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 9:00AM to 1:00PM

Generative Breathwork is based largely on the Holotropic Breathwork
model of Stanislav and Christina Grof and the Integrative Breathwork
model of Jacquie Small. In Generative Breathwork, our goal is to
resolve old psycho-spiritual wounds and suffering, connect deeply with
the Self and others, and create new possibilities and new life.

Generative Breathwork is a highly experiential and comprehensive
therapeutic form of exploration, discovery, and resolution which often
leads to profound, life-changing transformation. By moving safely into
non-ordinary states of consciousness through deep, connected breathing
and supported by strong, evocative music, one can awaken innate
wisdom, activate inner healing, and connect deeply to spirit.
Breathwork is a modern day approach to ancient and universal healing
practices.

Each session is unique, guided by the "inner radar" of your own
psyche, bringing to consciousness that which is most urgent to
examine, process, and release. Your experience may lead you into a
simple life review, perinatal...

Price: $65.00

Center for Bodymind Dynamics
1825 Fortview Ave Ste 112-H
Austin, TX 78704

See the full event details at
http://www.meetup.com/Austin-Breathwork/calendar/9811641/.

Check out what members are saying about Austin Breathwork:

"The energy work that Ed provides in this meetup will bring changes
that you could never imagine were possible. The magic of it is, you
find what you were looking for but didn't know you lost... parts and
pieces of your soul. That is the bottom line, in my opinion. If you
are wanting to re-integrate (To make into a whole by bringing all
parts together; unify)...This work will do it!" - JK

"I cannot say what others should do, but I can say that I think any
seeker of deeper understanding of self will greatly benefit from
joining this Meetup Group." - LA

"Ed is offering some very unique workshops, and I'm trying to work my
way through them all. Each one I have attended has added to my
strength and well-being. If you haven't tried any of these; do
yourself a favor and do it." - TA

"Ed is very generous with his time, expertise, and with sharing the
great amount of information he's developed on breathwork." - KR

"A true realignment / tuneup that will keep you smiling and feeling
good." - WA

*Love and only the Personal Growth Excerpts from The Catalyst for Fun
Newsletter: Connecting Austin with conscious, fun and activism
resources.  **To subscribe directly, or to access many community
resource/ networking resource files, see
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catalystforfun
                    x Amanda Winters, LCSW
1) Wisdom at Work Friday, 2/27 Luncheon features
     talk on "Spiritual Economics: Creating Real Wealth"
2) The Awakening Conference:  Thurs,  2/26-3/1  in San Marcos, Texas
    features Marianne Williamson and Don Miguel Ruiz, author of The
    Four Agreements
3) Selected Community Events, including Green Expo and Gardening
       Class
7) Events at www.sacredacre.com: Low-Cost website building class,
     Sunday at 4pm, and Free Clothing Swap 2-3:30
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*The Thought that Counts Quotes:

"Love cannot remain by itself,
   it has no meaning.
Love has to be put into action,
  and that action is service."
         *quote by Mother Teresa of Calcutta
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WE ARE FIELDS BEFORE EACH OTHER

How is it they live for eons in such harmony -
the billions of stars -

when most men can barely go a minute
without declaring war in their mind against someone they know.

There are wars where no one marches with a flag,
though that does not keep casualties
from mounting.

Our hearts irrigate this earth.
We are fields before
each other.

How can we live in harmony?
First we need to
know

we are all madly in love
with the same
God.

    * quote by St. Thomas Aquinas ~(from Love Poems From God: Twelve
Sacred Voices from the East and West by Daniel Ladinsky)

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1) Wisdom at Work Friday, February 27th Luncheon

This month's presentation:  We invite you to join us for our Friday,
February 27th luncheon. Our speaker will be Dr. Stephen P. Magee, on
the topic of "Spiritual Economics: Creating Real Wealth". Dr. Magee
is the James L. Bayless/Enstar Professor of Finance and former
chairman of the Department of Finance at the McCombs School of
Business at University of Texas at Austin. He will draw from his
personal spiritual journey as well his description of "real wealth"
as he teaches it to his MBA students at UT. Dr. Magee is quick to say
that he values his training in Spiritual Psychology at University of
Santa Monica as much as he does his PhD from MIT.

**Luncheon Details**

Date: Friday, February 27, 2009

Time: Registration & Networking start at 11:30 a.m.

Luncheon and Presentation: Noon - 1:15 p.m.

Cost: Lunch and program is $20 (check or cash only) at the door; make
check out to WAW. (Pay $1 extra, please, for pie)

Location: Marie Callender's Restaurant 9503 Research Blvd # 400,
Austin, TX 78759, Tel: (512) 349-7151

Directions: From Hwy 183/Research Blvd, Turn right onto North CAPITAL
OF TEXAS HWY. Next, turn RIGHT onto STONELAKE BLVD at the traffic
light. Look for Marie Callender's Restaurant is on the right at the
corner of RESEARCH BLVD / US-183 and Stonelake Blvd. It is in a stand-
alone building in the Gateway Shopping Center Parking Lot.


Who we are: Wisdom At Work is dedicated to the spiritual well being
and personal fulfillment of individuals and to the vitality of their
organizations. We accomplish this by creating a sense of belonging,
modeling authenticity, and holding the space that allows for
transformation and co-creation. Click here to reserve a seat at our
next luncheon

http://www.wisdomatworkaustin.org/Registration. htm

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2) The Awakening Conference:  Thurs,  2/26-3/1  in San Marcos, Texas
features Marianne Williamson and Don Miguel Ruiz, author of The Four
Agreements

*For more info, see:
http://www.theawakeningconference.com/texasprogram.php

The conference features, among many speakers, 2 of my favorite
authors:

8-10pm, Friday, 2/27 , Cost: $75 or you can buy a full day pass
the NY Times best selling Author of
A RETURN TO LOVE and THE AGE OF MIRACLES: Embracing the New Midlife
(this is a GREAT book!)
During this special evening with Marianne Williamson, one of
the world's most respected spiritual teachers, you'll learn the basic
principles of miracle-mindedness. By becoming what in A COURSE IN
MIRACLES is called a miracle-worker, you transform your life and the
lives of those around you.

By allowing the love of God to channel through your own
consciousness, you break down all barriers to the healing of the
world.

Williamson works with her audience to delve into significant
questions such as:

•What are the blocks to your highest good, and how can you
remove them?
•What is your part in God's plan for the healing of the world?
•Why is forgiveness the key to inner peace, and how can we
apply its power?
How can you yourself become a miracle-worker?

Plus: Marianne will answers questions in an open Q&A session.

Don't let this extraordinary evening pass you by! You'll come away
with renewed faith that will bring strength and direction into your
life.

Marianne Williamson has helped millions reconnect to their
spirituality and find inner peace. She is the author of 10 books,
including the #1 New York Times Best Sellers A Return to Love and
Everyday Grace. Marianne is also a popular television guest on such
shows as Oprah, The Donny Deutsch Show, Larry King Live, Good Morning
America and Charlie Rose. Marianne is the founder of the non-profit
organization Project Angel Food and the co-founder of The Peace
Alliance. Her latest New York Times best seller is titled "The Age of
Miracles: Embracing the New Midlife."
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don Miguel Ruiz
We Can Change the World
Saturday, 2/28 , 3:30-5:00 pm, Cost: $75 or you can buy a day pass
Toltec master and author, author of the New York Times Best
Seller, "The Four Agreements," "The Mastery of Love," and "The Four
Agreements Companion Book," and founder of the Sixth Sun Foundation.
He was born into a family of healers and was raised in rural Mexico.
A near death experience brought his wake-up call.

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3) Selected Community Events from www.austinchronicle.com

Saturday, 2/26/09

23RD STREET ARTIST'S MARKET This Drag stalwart features original
handcrafted work from local artisans. 23rd Street & Guadalupe.
www.austinartistsmarket.com

AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY HERITAGE FESTIVAL Black History Month
comes to a close with a festival of free health screenings, food,
vendors, live music from Big Chief Kevin & the Flaming Arrows, and a
children's area. 1-5pm. Huston-Tillotson University, 900 Chicon, 472-
9599. Free.

RESOURCE & RE-SKILLING FAIR The family-friendly launch of this "local
living center" features workshops on gardening, composting,
preventing childhood obesity, and more. 10am-4pm. El Jardin Alegre,
1801 E. Second, 385-0080. $10-15 donation. www.thrivingplanet.net

GREEN SHOW & HOME PRODUCTS EXPO Been meaning to make your house and
yard more environmentally friendly? The Convention Center will be
busy with workshops, vendors, demos, and more to satisfy your green
cravings. Live music and a kids activity center make the sustainable
and organic browsing even easier. Fri.-Sun., Feb. 27-March 1. Austin
Convention Center, 500 E. Cesar Chavez, 404-4000. $7.50.
www.showtechnology.com

BLACK HISTORY CRAFTS features pot-holder and African-jewelry classes
in addition to a taste of African-American cuisine at 2pm. 11am-4pm.
Windsor Park Library, 5833 Westminster, 928-0333. Free.
www.cityofaustin.org

CAPITAL CONFECTIONERS SUGAR ART SHOW The sweetest taboos will be on
display thanks to some of Austin's finest cake decorators and sugar
artists. Live music, demos, classes, vendors, and raffles help you
work off that sugar high. Get a dollar off admission with a
nonperishable donation for the Capitol Area Food Bank. Sat.-Sun.,
Feb. 28-March 1, 10:30am-5pm. Crockett Events Center, 10601 N. Lamar,
371-3401. $10, weekend pass; children, free. www.thattakesthecake.org

CELEBRATE TEXAS Celebrate Texas' independence at this weekend of
history, culture, and fun for adults and kids alike. Bring a picnic
to eat on the grounds, or just enjoy the writers, artisans, and
performers sharing their love of this great state of ours. Sat.-Sun.,
Feb. 28-March 1, noon-5pm. French Legation Museum, 802 San Marcos,
472-8180. Free. www.frenchlegationmuseum.org

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Sunday, March 1

DANCING TOGETHER (many of these are formerly Body Choir
www.bodychoir.org folks) World music, bare feet, and a delightful
lack of self-awareness bring people together for an all-out dance jam
every week. Sundays, 10am-noon; Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays,
7:45-9:45pm. Austin Yoga School, 1122-C S. Lamar, 916-4499. $7
suggested donation

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7) Events at Sacred Acres Intention Community
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a) Website Creation Workshop with optional vegetarian
potluck/laughing yoga (come at 6:30 to enjoy potluck and laughing
yoga). Cost: $25

Where: Le Jardin D'esprit, 3210 Hancock Drive, Austin, TX

When: Sunday March 1st, 4pm-6pm (vegetarian potluck at 6:30-8:30)

**Course Description: Need a website for your family - services -
group or organization –for fun?

Come learn how to build a website - by doing it in a workshop!
I've been creating websites for my projects, groups, businesses, etc
and would love to share my knowledge with everyone!

At the end of this 2 hour workshop, you will have a website linked to
your domain name, with optional features (see below)- all set to go!

Your website will be easily editable - and all the features will be
free. No monthly fees for services or updates.

The format will be such that I will be creating a website on a large
screen and explain it as I go along - all participants will be
creating their own website, asking questions as they go along.
Individual help will be provided during and after the workshop.

Website options we'll go over:
* Adding Live-Chat feature
* Adding a Calendar
* Adding videos
* Adding a photo slideshow
* Setting up a survey
* Widgets
* Optional (based on interest):
o Creating a list-serve
o Wikispaces
o Quick edits on photos to make them look professional
o blogs
o facebook
o LinkedIn
o Video-conferences
o Live Conference call/meetings
o Electronic Faxing
o making money off of selling books through amazon
o twitter, etc.
**What you will walk away with:

* A working website people can go to that night!
* Knowledge regarding crafting your digital identity
* A PDF with all the instructions/website links we used in the
workshop
* Email support after the workshop
What to bring:
* Your laptop
* Donation of $25 cash or check
* A veggie dish if you're staying
Optional to bring:
* A domain name already purchased through godaddy.com
* Content already written up
* Photoshop on your computer
* A Flickr Account
* A Google Calendar account

*Sample Websites built by Emma, the instructor

www.thesacredacre.com
www.austingreenhomekit.com
www.ourlocalpotlucks.weebly.com
www.whygogreen.weebly.com
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b) Free clothing swap:
We've got 4 big boxes of nice, free clothes and other items and are
thus
hosting a free clothing swap!
Where: Jardin D'esprit - 3210 Hancock Drive.
Come with or without your own free clothing to give away :-)
Hope to see you there! Sunday, March 1st at 2-3:30
************this workshop is part of a new intentional community,
Sacred Acres, which is fantastic! I highly recommend their events!
Amanda

??Who is Sacred Acres:   Our intention is to embody a spiritual
awareness in our daily interactions with each other, the Earth, and
the present system we live in.  We are creating a place for everyone
to express their deepest truth and abundant bliss, whether it be
through art, yoga, dance, singing, playing music, cooking, massage,
healing of all sorts, or any other expression. We create space for
conscious sharing and awareness expanding.

Where: We have 3 locations: (do you care to put the exact addresses?)

-The House of Hearts at 30th and Guadalupe - 603 W 30th street
-A  bigger events space called Le Jardin D'esprit off 51st and Mopac -
  3210 Hancock Drive
-Dubose Natural Farms in Blanco (forming organic CSA), and the yurts
on the yet-to-be-named 63 acres of Land.

Our website is www.thesacredacre.com - please check our calendar at:
http://www.thesacredacre.com/events.html

Our 2 houses in town are available to rent/host community events that
are in alignment with raising health, healing, awareness,
consciousness and creativity! Please bring cushions or chairs ! All
of our events are family-friendly, nonsmoking, and welcoming!

Please walk or bike to events at the House of Hearts, and look
forward to more kundalini yoga classes, raw foods preparation
workshops, energy healing exchanges, permaculture theory and
demonstration events, and more potlucks and music filled evenings!

Please join us!

Our list-serve is at http://groups.google.com/group/thesacredacre

What we offer:

Contact : Email Emma at ejuniper@... to:
--Facilitate a workshop or request an event/workshop
--Discuss adding your home/space as a Sacred Acres Community Space
--Learn about community living options in Austin
--Say hello or offer support!

All of our events are donation-based unless otherwise specified! We
prefer donations in the form of coconuts, cacao nibs, fruits,
veggies, or whatever you're inspired to share.

Cost is $45.00 per person.  Class time is 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will be held in Georgetown.

Contact Tracy to register at 512-869-0509 or e-mail prior to March 9th at tg-rmt@....

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