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Arven
& Kimberley |
| Summer
Connections Playshop |
Northcote |
Learn to be more
human open & real through having fun in connection games and
practices. Come and share in the gloriousness of our capacity
to connect with others. Singles, couples, whomever. Not a dating
event, but a social event. Bookings essential. For more information
see the webpage.
 6.45pm - 9.45pm.
Northcote Town Hall. $40 ($30 conc). connections555@gmail.com
www.yourpeacewithin.com.au/Conscious-Relating.html
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Tincan
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| Tincan
- A celebration of Hidden Treasures
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Melbourne |
This corner of the
world is full of hidden and intriguing places to explore. I
would like to invite you to join the Tincan celebration of all
the wonderful Hidden Treasures out there: Date: Friday 3 Feb,
2012 Meeting point: Riverland Bar (www.riverlandbar.com) for
drinks from 6pm. Instruction: At 7.15pm we walk across to Flinders
street station to catch a train to a secret dinner venue. RSVP:
Limited seats (20 places). Ella.
6pm - 10.30pm.
Riverland Bar for drinks + Secret venue for dinner Please RSVP
by sending an email to ella@tincan.net.au before Thursday 2
Feb 6pm. Free. ella@tincan.net.au
www.tincan.net.au
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- mar30
Jo
Parkinson |
| Creative
Arts & Meditation Classes |
Warranwood
or Caulfield South |
8 week term. Enjoy
and explore visual arts in a variety of mediums including painting,
drawing, collage and sculpture. This class will give participants
the opportunity to awaken their own creativity and self-confidence
in a nurturing and supportive environment. Jo begins each class
with a short meditation to connect to your heart before you
create your own unique work of art. No experience necessary,
just a willingness to enjoy yourself!
1.00pm - 3.00pm.
The Michael Centre, 37a Wellington Park, Warranwood. $288. Also
available in Caulfield South - see website. Tel.
0411 104 600. jo.parkinson@healingart.com.au
www.healingart.com.au
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sat4
Dance
of Life Studio |
| Chanting,feast
and film night |
Fitzroy |
"Something Unknown
is Doing we Don't Know what.." A fascinating spiritual journey
into the science behind psychic experiences Find out what scientists
have to say in this amazing award-winning documentary feature!
6.15 kirtan, 7.30pm feast,
8.30pm film - 10.30pm approx. dance of Life Studio,
Upper level, 250 George Street, Fitzroy. suggested donation
$15 for feast & film. Tel.
0438 832 000. info@danceoflife.com
yogadanceoflife.com
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oases
Graduate School, Borderlands and Habitat Uniting Church
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| Oases
Breakfast Talks, Prof. Joseph Camilleri talking about
China: Australia’s Challenge |
Hawthorn |
Come and have breakfast
with us and listen to Joseph Camilleri who is Professor of International
Relations at La Trobe University. He has written and lectured
extensively on international relations, governance and globalisation,
human rights, North-South relations, international organisations,
the United Nations, and the Asia-Pacific region.
9:00 am - 11:30 am.
Augustine Centre, 2 Minona Street, Hawthorn, Melway ref: 45,
E11. $25 full $15 concession . Tel.
09 9819 3502 . info@oases.edu.au
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sun5
Sally
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| Vegan
Victory Bike Ride |
Melbourne |
A fun charity bike
ride around Melbourne to various Vegan restaurants, followed
by a musical celebration at CERES, East Brunswick $50 ticket
inc. food from 4 restaurants, guest speakers, beer, show bag
and entry to musical celebration CERES or Entry to CERES musical
celebration by gold coin donation- 4pm
11am - 7,30pm.
Starting at Lentil as Anything, Abbotsford. $50. Tel.
0422 645 609. promotions.veganvictorybikeride@gmail.com
www.veganvictorybikeride.org
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- sun12
Dr
Alexandra Bloch -Atefi & Eva Fischer (BHSc Nutritional
Medicine) |
| MindBodyDetox
for a healthier YOU! |
Sunshine
Coast, QLD |
Do you want to feel
healthy & energized? Break the cycle of emotional eating? Create
a better eating plan for 2012? In our upcoming workshop you
will: -Get to know easy to learn tools that you can use for
the rest of your life -Sample & learn about foods that can reduce
cravings -Meet like minded people
5 Feb
2012 - 12 Feb 2012. Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Early
Bird Special $349 after $399. Tel.
0409 07 9735. alexandra@cmbb.com.au
www.cmbb.com.au
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mon6
Jenni
Mears |
| Powerful
and Feminine women’s event |
Carnegie |
When a women embodies
her feminine essence she becomes attractive, radiant and sensual.
Join us in exploring how to: Develop a physical and energetic
presence that attracts the attention you want - both personally
and professionally Feel more comfortable with your sensuality
and femininity . Look and feel more radiant when you walk into
a room. Learn to follow your higher guidance rather than “pushing”
to make things happen.
7.00pm - 9.30pm.
Heart Radiance House 1118 Dandenong Road. $20 or FREE if you
bring a cherished girlfriend. . Tel.
0439 876 765. wholebrainhealing@gmail.com
www.wholebrainhealing.com.au
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Guru
Dudu |
| Happy
Yoga - Monday Morning Workouts |
Fitzroy |
Guru Dudu is back
this summer with weekly Monday morning workouts of love &
laughter. Get your week off to an hilarious and heart-opening
start. Come and play as he opens your laughter meridians with
his unique concoction of Yoga, Disco and theatre games. A fun,
playful way to shake off the cobwebs and put a smile on your
dial. Hang after class for a shared breakfast too. No yoga experience
required!
7.30-8.30am.
Dance of Life Yoga Studio, 250 George St, Fitzroy. $10.
Tel 0422 406 809.
laugh@happyoga.com.au
www.happyoga.com.au
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tue7
- mar27
Jared
Osborne (Evolving Man) |
| Vitality
and Potency - QiGong for Men |
Carlton |
The Foundational
course of Golden Warrior QiGong, this 8 week course will take
you on a deep journey into your masculine body where you can
overcome sex and performance issues, cultivate vitality & presence,
awaken fully-orgasmic lovemaking and create empowering intimate
relationships. Bookings essential, see the website.
6:30pm - 8:45pm.
Transfromational Therapy Studio, 237a Rathdown St Carlton. $190/$150.
Tel. 0430 172 660.
jared@evolvingman.com.au
www.goldenwarrior.com.au
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- mar20
sarah
miller |
| Creative
movement & dance |
Murrumbeena |
Reconnect to the
wisdom and power of your body. Join us for a seven week journey
into dance and movement– in a joyful and heartfelt space. Beautiful
music, visualisations, the breath, hands on work and free movement
will aid the unfolding of your dance. No prior dance experience
is required only a willingness to move and be moved.
7.30 pm - 9.30 pm (am
classes also available). hall at rear of church, 117
Murrumbeena Road, Murrumbeena. f:$160 c:$140. Tel.
0435 140 148. embodiments@tpg.com.au
embodimentsdance.com.au
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tue7
- tue27
Your
Peace Within Yoga |
| Beginners
Yoga Course |
Northcote |
Satyananda Yoga is
a gentle style which aims to activate vital life force and nourishing
the whole being. Each class includes Yoga Nidra, a guided relaxation
practice promoting deep, profound rest and healing, essential
for reducing stress and enhancing wellbeing. This is an 8 week
course.
7.30pm - 8.45pm.
Northcote Town Hall. $120 or $104 concession. Tel.
0432057374. kimberleybroberts@hotmail.com
www.yourpeacewithin.com.au
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wed8
- sun12
Heather
Price |
| Shamanic
Path & Practice Training |
Healesville
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IVET Level One -
Integrative Vibrational Energy Therapy, with Heather Price,
teaches the first level of Shamanic Path and Practice and Healing
Within the Sacred Circle. Discover and learn basic - powerful
yet gentle - shamanic tools that will transform your life and
give you the 'edge' as a practitioners.
5pm - 5pm. Maitripa
Centre Healesville. Enquire. Tel.
07 38610377 mobile 0409179494. info@heatherprice.net
www.shamanicpathandpractice.com/shamanic-training.html
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thu9
- mar29
Jo
Parkinson |
| Art
& Meditation for Children 6-12 years |
Vermont
South |
8 week term. Enjoy
and explore visual arts in a variety of mediums including painting,
drawing, collage and sculpture. A fun class for children aged
6 – 12 years; the techniques will develop skills, enhance creativity
and build self-esteem. Each class will begin with a short meditation
to encourage relaxation after a busy day at school.
4.00pm - 5.00pm.
Vermont South Community House, Karobran Drive, Vermont South.
$144.00. Tel.
0411 104 600. jo.parkinson@healingart.com.au
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Capoeria Inspired Sound Circle
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Abbotsford
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Combining the sacred ecstacy of a sound
circle with the raw expression of Dance.
Come play and be held by your brothers and
sisters as we raise the energy and nurture
each other in expressing new aspects of
ourselves.
7pm - 9pm. Rosina Auditorium, Abbotsford Convent. Donation. Tel. 0431989095. taniabeermann@gmail.com
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sun12
Ermanno
Bergami |
| Emotional
Courage Therapy Weekend Retreat Summer 2012 |
Great Ocean Road |
“I am responsible
for my situation” Whatever we are doing in our human struggle
to grow & change, it is we who are responsible.To feel and to
share our contradictions with honesty & compassion & to take
responsibility for where we are at in life, is at the heart
of EMOTIONAL COURAGE Therapy.
 6.30 pm Friday - 4.30pm
Sunday. Northcote
Uniting Church Hall at 251 High Street, Northcote. $120
(or $200 for two). Tel
9489 4707. mariannebe@gmail.com
www.emotionalcouragetherapy.com
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sun12
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| Melbourne
Indigenous Arts Festival |
City |
The inaugural Melbourne
Indigenous Arts Festival demonstrates the breadth of Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Island contemporary and traditional artistic
expression. There’s something for everyone, with three
days of dance, cabaret, visual art, theatre, comedy, films and
live music.
See website for program details.
www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
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sun12
Liat
Lev-Sokal |
| Love
To Dance - Ecstatic Dance |
Abbotsford |
You are warmly invited
to join me on the dance floor - Come Celebrate, Surrender,Dance,Fall
in love,fall apart, let go & reconnect on the dance floor...An
opportunity to dance freely to soulful,global tunes in a Heart-opening,
Sacred Space.. to drop the mind & dive deepinto our authentic
Movement Meditation practice...
10:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Rosina Auditorium, Abbotsford Convent. $20.00. Tel.
0408-148-654. liat@divinedance.com.au
www.divinedance.com.au
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- sun19
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| Meditation
& Yoga Retreat |
Healesville
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A festival of body,
mind and community, offering vipassana meditation, yoga and
in depth teachings from the Buddhist tradition, a wide range
of interesting workshops, inquiry dialogues, bushwalks, Feldenkrais,
individual sessions with teachers and delicious vegetarian meals
in a beautiful bush setting.
late afternoon Thursday
- Mid afternoon Sunday. Matripa Contemplative Centre,
Healesville Victoria. $325 full $280 concession. Tel.
0431512166. DharmaGatheringVIC@gmail.com
www.thedharmapath.com.au
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River
Jade Satya |
| Dancing
Ground |
Gembrook
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Dancing Ground is
a weekend of dance, workshops, feasting and celebration. It
will be a space to pick up some extra dance technique, express
yourself through movement, and connect with community. Dancing
Ground is drug and alcohol free, family friendly, and is run
as a not for profit event.
4pm - 11am. Gilwell
Park, Gembrook, Melbourne. $160 early bird ✧ $190 after
11th January ✧ Kids: 5 & under free, 6-16 half price.
info@dancingground.org
www.dancingground.org/
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- sun19 |
| Sustainable
Living Festival - The Big Weekend |
City |
The Sustainable
Living Festival brings together individuals, communities, organisations
and businesses who share a vision for a sustainable world. The
Festival showcases and celebrates the many aspects and benefits
of sustainable living. The full festival runs from Feb 11 -26.
See website for program details.
www.festival.slf.org.au
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The
Parlour |
| Chai
& Chanting |
Preston |
Chai & Chanting is
a call and response chanting group that incorporates Kirtan
from various traditions. Come for the Chanting and stay for
some Chai and sweets, $2. 7-9pm Saturday, 18th of February @The
Parlour, 340 Plenty Road, Preston
7pm - 9pm. The
Parlour, 340 Plenty Road, Preston. $2. Tel.
0404615071. jhealy@csu.edu.au
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Transitions
Film Festival |
| Transitions
Film Festival |
Statewide
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The Transitions Film
Festival is 9 days of visionary film screenings dedicated to
showcasing ground-breaking documentaries about our global culture
in transition towards a sustainable future. On Saturday the
18th of Feb at 5:00pm we will be hosting a free screening of
Carbon Nation followed by a free screening of 'Home'. These
screenings will take place on the Big Screen at Federation Square
as part of the Sustainable Living Festival. See website for
details.
Various venues
across Melbourne
www.transitionsfilmfestival.com
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sun19
Jenni
Mears & Jo Parkinson |
| The
Art of Sacred Geometry - Workshop |
Carnegie |
Are you ready to
open your heart? Is it time to heal ancient memories, ancient
lives … uncovering the divine one who is you? The sacred mystery
school activations and healing art will reconnect you to your
higher self and higher purpose, release the blocks to empowerment
and allow your higher gifts to be accessed. Jenni will be sharing
healing activations and meditations to bring you to a place
of harmony and balance.
10.00am - 5.00pm.
Heart Radiance Healing Centre, 1118 Dandenong Road, Carnegie.
$150. Tel.
0439 876 765. jo.parkinson@healingart.com.au
www.healingart.com.au
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- mar27
Aria
Mindfulness Training |
| Mindfulness
& Meditation Training |
City |
Are you weighed down
with worries or stress? Looking for a fresh perspective? Just
seeking more moments of ease? Are you interested in making a
commitment to bring mindfulness into your life? This 6-week
course offers training, through meditation, mindful movement,
daily mindfulness practices and exploring through journaling
and discussion.
6 pm - 8 pm.
Lonsdale Street. . Tel.
0405 067 827. info@ariamindfulnesstraining.com
www.ariamindfulnesstraining.com
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- sun26
Openhearted
Transformation, Life Is & GEGAC |
| Self-healing,
Spirit & Community A weekend workshop into healing, narrative,
story and mystery |
Warburton |
Weekend Workshop
with Lewis Mehl-Madrona, native American healer, doctor and
psychologist who creates and shares sacred, magical and richly
informative spaces offering unique fulfilling and lasting experiences,
impacting on both professional and personal worlds. Includes
lunches both days and accommodation is available if required.
7.30pm - 5pm.
Upper Yarra Arts Centre. $135. Tel
0407 650026. parrien@hotmail.com
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- sun26
Focusing
Australia |
| Wholebody
Focusing Workshop |
Abbotsford
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Wholebody Focusing
uses the precision of bodily awareness to tap into the evolving
capacity for consciousness of the modern Human being. International
teacher Karen WhalenPHD is a clinical therapist specializing
in Complex Trauma
10.AM - 4.30PM.
Abbotsford Convent . $550 / $450 concession. Tel.
0418141870. focusingaustralia@gmail.com
www.focusingaustralia.com
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Igor
Vasilevitsky |
| NLP
Tools for Therapy |
Caulfield
South |
Neuro Linguistic
Programming integrates various forms of psychotherapy into a
powerful approach to growth and healing. During the course of
this experiential workshop, the participants will learn and
engage in a range of effective NLP techniques which will expand
the therapuetic toolbox as well as being used for personal growth.
10am - 5pm. 34
Pyne Street, Caulfield South. $200. Tel.
0403139200. Igor@HolisticLifeCounselling.com.au
www.HolisticLifeCounselling.com.au
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- apr28
Alanna
Moore |
| The
Spirit of Things |
Kyneton |
3 Week Course: 25
Feb. Spirit of the Earth Earth energy and deva dowsing techniques.
Eco-attunement to the heart of landscape. 31 March Spirit of
the Waters The esoteric nature of water, dowse its qualities,
feel its healing potential 28 April Spirit of the Trees Ancient
tree lore, dowse, connect to plant spirits
10am - 1pm. Lakshmi's
Circle, 43B High Street, Kyneton 3444. $180. Tel.
03 5422 6315. fengsue@mmnet.com.au
www.lakshmiscircle.com.au
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Evolving
Man |
| Foundations
OF Personal Power (for men) |
Inner
Melbourne |
Presence, authenticity
and embodiment practices. Refresh your sense of yourself at
deep levels. Expect to learn more fully how to: - Make an impact
on the world - Relate to others from a place of authenticity
& power - Uncover your personal strengths - Get out of your
head and learn to live in the now - Bring more passion into
your personal connections See webpage for full information
10am - 6.30pm.
Inner Melbourne (t.b.c.). Earlybird (by Feb 15): $130/$100.
Full $160/$125 (Previous Evolving/Essential Man participants:
concession). Tel.
. male@evolvingman.com.au
www.www.evolvingman.com.au/essential-man
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sun26
Amanda
Scott |
| Creation
Circle Art Therapy - Finding your voice through Creativity
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Melbourne |
Finding your voice
is not always about language or speaking. Creation Circle is
a Creative Art Therapy exploration group for all ages. This
intimate setting is a great chance to practice finding your
authentic expression. Discover new skills, techniques & connections
for your life. Be real. Be seen. Bookings essential, limited
places available.
1:00pm - 4:00pm.
Melbourne. $50/$45 conc.. Tel.
0400816049. arttherapy@live.com
www.amandascottarttherapy.com
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Daylesford
Neighbourhood Centre |
| The
Spirit of Things |
Daylesford |
3 session course
with theory and field trips: 1. Spirit of the Earth - Earth
energy and deva dowsing, nature attunement. 2. 18th March -
Spirit of the Waters - Esoteric dimensions of water, visit to
mineral springs. 3. 1st April - Spirit of the Trees - Ancient
tree lore, dowsing tree energies at Botanical Gardens.
2pm - 5pm. Daylesford
Neighbourhood Centre. $180. Tel.
5348 3569.
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