Friday, April 1, 2005

Friday, April 1, 2005
Solstice Instutute Events, April 2005
View from the front door of Solstice during a spring snowstorm!

Here is a listing of what is happening at the Solstice Institute during April, 2005, with a glimpse of May and June. Call Jonathan at (303)818-9532 for further information on any of these events.


Coming up THIS WEEKEND:
A Multi-Sensory Feast - The Aries-April Fools Party, Saturday, April 2, 8 pm to 1 am, official launch for the new CO nonprofit Expressive Arts Center for Healing and Growth offering affordable counseling through expressive arts therapy. Along with rockin' music, video and light show by BJ the DJ from Creative Head Space, the party will include opportunities to write Haiku-kus with the assistance of Chyrstos Minot, be foolishly and loving adorned by Mary Link and involved in some lightly dramatic exploration of a foolish and/or Aries-ish aspect of yourself with Ira Liss. There will also be finger food, a tribal cake walk, a chance to see Aries serving others and some late night karaoke. Foolish attire entice. $10-5, sliding scale (fool's honor). the event is being sponsored as a fundraiser by THE EXPRESSIVE ARTS CENTER for Healing and Growth. The Center offers affordable counseling through expressive arts therapies and is celebrating the recent receipt of its 501c3 tax status.
Call Glenda O'Rourke, director, for more info. 303 443 9446

Conscious Creation through Expressive Arts, Starts April 8 and continues on Fridays in April and May (except 4/1 and 4/29), 7- 8:30, in the Skylight room. This is a 7 week introduction to awareness processes distilled from Expressive Arts Therapy. Beginning with an exploration of play as the foundation of creative process, each week will explore a different art - movement, music, visual arts, literary arts and drama. In the final session we will weave all of these together within a co-created group intention. The series is free to those who commit to all seven sessions, otherwise $10 each. The final session is open only to those who have attended most of the preceding sessions. Call Glenda O'Rourke, facilitator, for more information. 303 443 9446


Mukara Meredith continues with the MATRIXWORKS training, teaching participants how to work with groups as living systems. First session in March starts Thursday, March 31 from 6:00-9:00 pm and continues from 12-6 on April 1, 2 and 3. For more information, email Mukara at: Mukara@aol.com

Hakomi Method of Experimental Psychology: April 6-10. Facilitating the emergence of therapeutic presence; training individuals in a body-centered, somatic psychotherapy. Did you know? Hakomi is a Hopi Indian word that means, "Where do you stand in relation to the many realms"? The Hakomi Institute was founded by Ron Kurtz and other trainers in 1981. The studios here at 302 Pearl St. have hosted the Hakomi Institute for many years. If you would like information about the Hakomi Institute or their schedule, please contact Laurie Adato at HakomiTR@aol.com.

Founder of Voice Power Express...Owning Your Voice Inside and Out
Join Danae Shanti and her Guides for a two hour intensive and fun circle of "channeled" guidance, insights and light energy. Participate in practical steps for awakening your own inner guidance connections. Discover loving ways to heal old patterns and to embrace your part in creating the life you want. Includes "short" on the spot readings in a question-and-answer format for audience participation.
When: Thursday, April 7th Time: 7:30-9:30
Location: Solstice Institute, 302 Pearl, Boulder
Cost: $20
Reservations Please: 720-422-6772

David Rosdeitcher (The Zip Code Man) Will be hosting a workshop on communicating from a pre-verbal state of mind - "The Land of Shapes" on April 14th in the Big Room, from 7:00-10:00. Cost: $10. Call David at (303) 527-0563 for more information.

The Thursday evening Womens' group takes place in the big room Thursday April 7 and 21, from 7:30-9:00.

TURN STRESS INTO BLISS. Take a Yoga class with Wendy Stern at the Solstice Institute! 5:00-8:30 in the Big room. Local expert Wendy Stern will lead participants step-by-step through a process that will help them turn stress into bliss. The program uses both Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy and the practice of Mindfulness to help participants identify the sources of the stress underlying their condition. Along with guided yoga and meditation experiences, participants also engage in group discussion and personal self-observation along with structured homework exercises. Based on the work of yoga therapy pioneer Michael Lee. To register or for more information, call Wendy Stern at (303) 885-7239.

Qi Gong for the Spring
Jan Vanderlinden presents a special springtime session of Qi Gong at the Solstice Institute. The goal of Jan's springtime classes are to learn Tien Kan exercises. Tien Kan means Heavenly Stem. This set of exercises mobilizes the entire length of the spine to help you be more flexible and relieve shoulder and back pain. It also affects the spinal nerves which enervate the internal organs, and provides a gentle massage to those organs. It[base ']s a great overall health practice. You will also learn Serving Teacups and Ba gua circle walking exercises. These are wonderful exercises which focus on generating a dynamic spiraling motion through the shoulders and arms, and hips and legs.
6 classes (1 session) $100, or register before April 7 for $85
At the Solstice Institute, 3rd and Pearl, in the skylight room.
Thursdays April 14 - May 12, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
and monday May 16, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
for information call: Blue Heron Health 303-442-4973

TruthSayers.com, gathering monthly to help activists become better communicators, will be in the skylight room Monday night April 4 from 7:00-8:30. Their focus is on collaborative justice, nonviolence and sustainable activism. Their current SpeakUp group in Boulder is made up primarily of animal advocates, although others from other nonviolence movements are invited to join in or get on their waiting list for upcoming groups. Contact truthsayers@email.com or visit www.TruthSayers.com for more information.

Jane Smolens continues her Music Together classes, Saturdays, April 2, 16, 23, 30 and May 7, 14, 21 and 28, in the skylight room until noon. Please call Jane at 303-413-1120 or see her website at http://www.mountainsongmusic.com for more info.

Janet Jacobs teaches Yoga at the Solstice Institute Mondays from 1:00 - 2:30, although it sometimes stretches to 3:00. You can contact Janet at jljac@comcast.net.

As usual, Barefoot Boogie takes the stage Tuesday evenings and Dance Home on Friday evenings. Here is the April Dance Home/Barefoot Boogie dj/Host schedule:

April 01 (F) DJ : Luke
April 05 (T) DJ : Mark Host: Erica
April 08 (F) DJ : Steven
April 12 (T) DJ : Parmita Host: Earl
April 15 (F) DJ : Michael
April 19 (T) DJ : Kendra Host: Makaan
April 22 (F) DJ : Avi?? Luke??? Arlyn???
April 26 (T) DJ : Arlyn Host: Mark
April 29 (F) DJ : Avinash ??? Luke ??
May 5 (T) DJ : Mark
May 24, 27, 31 Arlyn

TaKeTiNa and Awareness:
Finding Freedom Through Rhythm, Movement and Awareness
Fri, Apr 29 7 - 9pm (Introduction to workshop and foundation exercises for workshop)
Sat, Apr 30, 10am [^] 5:30pm
Sun, May 1, 10am [^] 5:30pm
Cost: $220
Discounted price of $165, if payment is received by end of Fri, Mar 18
Discounted price of $190, if payment is received by end of Wed, Apr 20
Friday only attendance, $15 advance, $20 at door.
Location: Solstice Institute. 302 Pearl Street, Boulder, CO (Corner of 3rd and Pearl, enter on 3rd) Contact: Robert Power for more information 720-560-2263
Robert@powerhealinginstitute.com
Payment: Check or money order made out to PowerHealingInstitute
Send to: Robert Power, 1705 14th Street #132, Boulder, CO 80302
In this workshop you will experience the power of TaKeTiNa, a group rhythmic process which will deepen your experience of rhythm, open you to new possibilities of expression, increase your coordination, and more. Work in the expanded awareness that Taketina induces, with simple movement, sound (toning) and meditation exercises. Expand your awareness of yourself. Leave with exercises that you can practice in your daily life (movement, sound and meditation). Experience another step towards more freedom to manage your energy, take risks, express yourself and feel better in your body.
More information about Taketina is available at www.taketina.com,
More information about this workshop and the leaders is available at http://www.powerhealinginstitute.com/wks-taketina.htm




And further, into May...

Know Your Intuition
Know Yourself
Intuition - Your Inner Language
The Solstice Institute - Pearl St. Boulder, CO
Wed May 18 6:30 to 8:30
Wed May 25 6:30 to 8:30
Jennifer Crews M.A. will guide you to meet and get to know YOUR inner language. Learn to do readings on yourself and others using cards ( angel, tarot, inspirational). Learn why any deck of cards can be a powerful tool to tap into your inner language. In knowing your intuition you will truly learn to know yourself. Various card decks will be provided for use during the workshop. You are welcome to bring your favorite deck of cards, however it is not required. One free intuitive reading with Jennifer Crews will be given away on May 25.
Jennifer Crews M.A.
Intuitive Teachings, LLC
303 870-9779
http://www.intuitiveteachings.com

Make a Short Film - a one day intensive class, taught by Michael Conti.
In just one day, students will create a short film using in-camera editing, practicing learning by doing. This intensive workshop will take you from script to screen, using the same tools that big-time Hollywood directors have used for decades. Director Michael Conti will provide a screenplay drafted with the idea of finishing it into a shooting script in class. From there you will devise a shot list, a storyboard, and a shooting schedule based upon in-camera editing. A digital video camera will be provided for the class, and Michael will demonstrate how it works, highlighting in-camera editing and other techniques for both hand-held and fluid-head tripod shots. After a break[~]it[base ']s lights, camera, action, and production starts! A professional lighting kit will be available, and you will learn the fundamentals of utilizing both natural and artificial light. Everyone will get to try out several roles, including directing, acting, lighting, and shooting. Then, invite friends and family to view the completed short film that same evening.
Instructor: Michael Conti
Michael Conti launched his successful Hollywood career over a span of 11 years. He embraced the emerging new technologies, such as digital video and computer-based non-linear editing software. In the span of one year, Conti directed over fifteen short films. His work is known internationally and has been shown locally at the Red Reel, Independent Filmmakers Showcase, and Group101 Films. Michael Conti is the executive producer of The Shoot Out 24 Hour Filmmaking Festival Boulder. For more on Michael, please visit www.crazywisdomfilms.com.
BDA Member Cost: $100.00
Non Member Cost: $115.00
5/21/2005 | 8 PM - 5 PM
Registration is required for this offering. http://www.boulderdigitalarts.com/training/details.asp?offering=60

WAKE UP TO YOUR CREATIVITY!
A Creativity Workshop presented by WIDE AWAKE COACHING
Join Life Coach Gwendolyn J. in a workshop designed to help you wake up to your own innate creativity in life! Using a combination of art and writing, we work to cultivate your authentic expression by helping you overcome blocks that keep you from expressing yourself creatively. Working through these blocks will enable you to dip into the wellspring of inspiration which is yours by birthright! In this workshop, you will see how making art is a lot like making life! Dates: May 24-31, June 7 and 14, 6:30-8:30, skylight room. Contact: Gwen Thelen http://www.wideawakecoaching.com/
303.818.0532
Gwenthelen@msn.com
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