JUNE 3

SHAMANIC JOURNEYING. Beginning with an introduction to shamanism and the shamanic world view, shamanic practitioner and educator, Jeannette McCullough, will show the class how journey work can be applied in contemporary life for problem solving, well-being and healing, for yourself, on behalf of others and in the service of the planet. 6:00-8:30pm. Cost: $30.00 (pre-registration and payment required). Contact: Little Mysteries, 1663 Barrington Street, 423 1313 www.littlemysteries.com

JUNE 6 (also June 20)
THE ART & SCIENCE of Living Cuisine – June 6: Dehydrating – June 20: Intro to Living Cuisine – check www.cuisineforlife.ca for details, Contact  Georgia.barnwell@gmail.com BSc, MHA, DHN, NNCP, Living/Raw Food Educator, Consultant, Chef to register – 902-449-9820

JUNE 6-7

CFQ HEALING QIGONG Level 2 Light Meditation Workshop. 11am-6pm. Halifax YMCA. This is a Level 2 certificate class. Class taught by Dana Marcon phone 429-5214 or email dana@danamarcon.com  web: www.danamarcon.com

JUNE 7

REIKI ONE. Explore Reiki, its history, how to sense energy and give a Reiki treatment.  Certificate and manual provided  Please call Danuta Snyder 422-4653 or snyder@eastlink.ca

LAW OF ATTRACTION Seminar. Michael Losier expert and bestselling author of " Law of Attraction” and Oprah & Friends XM Radio talk show host will be at the World Trade & Convention Centre @ 1:00 pm. Tickets at ticketatlantic.com & Superstore ticket outlets or 451-1221   www.LawofAttractionBook.com

JUNE 7 & 10

TAOIST TAI CHI is offering New Beginner Courses in Taoist Tai Chi® Taijiquan at the Atlantic Regional Centre at 2029 North Park St. in Halifax on Sundays 10:00am – 12 noon commencing June 7th and on Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:00pm commencing June 10th.  To register call 422-8142 or e-mail: halifax@taoist.org.  Ongoing Health Recovery Classes: Saturday and Tuesday afternoons at 2:00pm at the Regional Centre.  Health Recovery classes are suitable for people recovering from almost any physical challenge and the building is wheelchair accessible.

JUNE 9

MEETING ANGELS & FAIRIES with Kelliena. 6:00-8:30pm.Messages from our angelic and fairy guides are all around us - learn to perceive their energies and guidance. Cost: $30.00 (pre-registration and payment required. space is limited). Contact: Little Mysteries, 1663 Barrington Street, 423 1313 www.littlemysteries.com

JUNE 12-13

CFQ HEALING QIGONG Level 1 weekend workshop Friday,  6-10pm and Saturday, 8am-4pm. Halifax YMCA. This is a level 1 certificate. Class taught by Dana Marcon email dana@danamarcon.com or  Phone 429-5214 web www.danamarcon.com

JUNE 13

NoRush FARM EQUINE Encounters – Open House, Horse Play & Wellness Showcase. For details www.norushfarm.com Tel. 902-624-0315 (Mahone Bay area).

CANCER PREVENTION CHALLENGE -  raise $ for an effective end to this epidemic. All ages. 5 km run, walk or roll @ Dingle Park Halifax 1 - 4 p.m. Barefoot Ecstatic Dance @ 1531 Grafton St. 7:30-9:30  Contact Savayda for details: 454-8481 www.preventcancernow.ca

JUNE 13 (also September 26)

ENHANCING RELATIONSHIP QUALITY with the Enneagram.  Enneagram Specialist Ken Penrose, B.A., is offering a one-day workshop on the nine Enneagram personality styles and their underlying motivations.  Learn how to relate to others more effectively.  Especially for couples.  Cost $99.00 for individuals, $169.00 for couples.  Ken Penrose 902-431-2721, ktp@eastlink.ca, or register at kenpenroseandassociates.ca

JUNE 14

DRUM MAKING – 9am-5pm. Honoring the Gifts of Deer.  Co-create your heart rhythm drum.  Fee of $295.00 includes instruction, materials and meals.  Ceremony, meditation and dream work recommended. Please register two weeks in advance. Facilitators: Carla J. Silver and Michelle Hadall. Phone River Song 902-275-2411  shamanicpathways@hotmail.com

REIKI TWO. Learn symbols for intensifying healing energy, addressing mental and emotional issues and sending Reiki across space/time distances.  Certificate and manual provided.  Please call Danuta Snyder 422-4653 or snyder@eastlink.ca

JUNE 17 & JUNE 24

DYNAMIC PRESENTATION SKILLS. Series 1.Presentation Skills coach Ken Penrose, B.A., is offering a 2-day workshop designed to enhance your skills in delivering persuasive, convincing presentations.  All presentations are video-taped.  Participants get to keep their own DVD.  Cost:  $149.00.  Call Ken Penrose 902-431-2721, email ktp@eastlink.ca, or register at kenpenroseandassociates.ca  Series (2):  October 7 and October 14

JUNE 20

DAY OF THE SACRED. Sacred Fire Ceremony, Chanting, Rangoli-Making, Dance, Meditation - Embrace your spiritual side.  10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Beautiful lunch served.  By donation.www.ShiningBayYogaRetreat.org  852-5240.

JUNE 21

SUMMER SOLSTICE Open House Celebration. 3-5 pm. Join us for a celebratory afternoon, including a tour of the grounds and a question and answer presentation on Buddhism in Nova Scotia. 2280 Balmoral Rd, 902-657-9085  www.dorjedenmaling.org

JUNE 23

THE MAGIC OF STONES and Crystals Part One - The Perfect Set. 6:00-8:30pm.Learn about working with stones and crystals and create a set of nine stones for healing, chakra work, meditation, divination and more. Cost $25.00 (includes stones). Pre-registration and payment required. Contact: Little Mysteries, 1663 Barrington Street, 423 1313 www.littlemysteries.com

JUNE 26-28

MINDFULNESS AND HEALING - ($185) .June 28 - July 4 Healing Retreat $350 (Both $475) Heal body and mind with the potent techniques of meditation. Taught by senior meditators -psychologist Ivan Druin and R.N. Mary Campbell. www.dorjedenmaling.com, info@dorjedenmaling.com 902-657-9085. 

JUNE 28

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE ATLANTIC Workshop. Education for Living...Better Posture, Greater Poise, Improved Health. 3:00-6:00 pm. Cost $70. The Studio, 219 Sambro Creek Road. Call 346-2065 or enquiries@alexandertechniqueatlantic.ca www.AlexanderTechniqueAtlantic.ca

JULY 1-5

WOMEN PADDLING A SONG. Women paddling, singing, good food, touching the earth …. What more needs to be said. No experience necessary. For details: www.tatacentre.ca  or 1-800-218-2220

JULY 3-5

YOGA FOR YOUTH. Yoga and tools for living a joyful life for teenagers in informal, non-competitive atmosphere. $175 incl. all (sliding scale) www.ShiningBayYogaRetreat.org  852-5240.

JULY 7

THE ART & SCIENCE of Living Cuisine Series – Tuesday evenings, July 7, 14, 21 – Saturday July 18 – Live Desserts – check www.cuisineforlife.ca for details, Contact  Georgia.barnwell@gmail.com -  BSc, MHA, DHN, NNCP, Living/Raw Food Educator, Consultant, Chef to register – 902-449-9820

TAOIST TAI CHI is offering a New Beginner Course in Taoist Tai Chi® Taijiquan at the Atlantic Regional Centre at 2029 North Park St. in Halifax on Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:30pm.  To register call 422-8142 or e-mail: halifax@taoist.org  Ongoing Health Recovery Classes: Saturday and Tuesday afternoons at 2:00pm at the Regional Centre.  Health Recovery classes are suitable for people recovering from almost any physical challenge and the building is wheelchair accessible.

JULY 10-12

MEDITATION & MUSIC weekend by-the-sea .Tranquility by the ocean being guided through varied flow of meditation techniques, sitting and active. $285.   852-5240. www.ShiningBayYogaRetreat.org 

JULY 21

AROMATHERAPY LEVEL I Class. Info: visit casaromawellness.com or casaroma@eastlink.ca or 464-2272.

JULY 24-26

INTRODUCTION TO ZEN. Michael Newhall presents a number of zen practice forms: sitting and walking meditation, oryoki (traditional zen eating meditation), soji (work practice), and other Zen forms. $175. www.dorjedenmaling.com, info@dorjedenmaling.com 902-657-9085

JULY 25-26

CERTIFIED COACHES FEDERATION.™ 2 day intensive course for Certified Executive Coach in Halifax.  Info: 866-455-2155 or www.certifiedcoachesfederation.com  See ad on p. 2.

JULY 26

ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE ATLANTIC Workshop. Education for Living...Better Posture, Greater Poise, Improved Health. 3:00-6:00 pm. Cost $70. The Studio, 219 Sambro Creek Road. Call 346-2065 or enquiries@alexandertechniqueatlantic.ca www.AlexanderTechniqueAtlantic.ca

JULY 31-AUGUST 2

YOGA AND KAYAKING. Explore our fascinating coast, recharge with Yoga Instructors: Sean Drohan and Nova Shores $295 all incl.  852-5240. www.ShiningBayYogaRetreat.org

JULY 31-AUGUST 3

15th ANNUAL AVALON EAST PAGAN Gathering.  Join us for a weekend of camping, workshops, rituals, music and fellowship. Rejuvenate your spirit!  For more info visit www.aepg.org.

TATAMAGOUCHE CENTRE’S upcoming Creative Arts programs: Gwen Davie’s Writers and Exile AND Independent Writers Retreat on July 19 – 24; Eliza Schurman and Jude Caborn’s Watercolour Workshop on August 9 – 14; Rose Adam’s Drawing Fundamentals Workshop on July 26 – 31; Sheree Fitch’s Joy of Writing on August 14 -16.  For details: www.tatacentre.ca  or 1-800-218-2220.

AUGUST 5

CELEBRATING INSPIRATION. Fire up your creative engines with Sherri Lee Hunter of "Jest In Time". 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $60 includes beautiful organic lunch.  852-5240. www.ShiningBayYogaRetreat.org 

AUGUST 7 - 9

LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL – A fresh start. Joyful weekend of healing renewal, gentle Yoga, self esteem, sharing. $285. www.ShiningBayYogaRetreat.org  852-5240.

AUGUST 8

THE ART & SCIENCE of Living Cuisine –Dehydrating –check www.cuisineforlife.ca for details, Contact  Georgia.barnwell@gmail.com -  BSc, MHA, DHN, NNCP, Living/Raw Food Educator, Consultant, Chef to register – 902-449-9820

7TH ANNUAL HERB FAIR. Presented by The Herbalist Association of Nova Scotia. 9am-5pm @ Laurie Lacey’s Farm near Bridgewater. Info: www.herbalns.org  or Savayda 454-8481 or wildoats@ns.sympatico.ca  See our ad on p. 9.

AUGUST 9-14

THE TATAMAGOUCHE MODEL of Education, Design and Leadership: Level I. Gain skills, clarify your leadership style and deepen insights into group work. To organize meetings, workshops or design complex projects, this is an opportunity for you.  For details: www.tatacentre.ca  or 1-800-218-2220

AUGUST 10

HYPNOSIS TRAINING: National Guild of Hypnotists Certification.  Fredericton, NB. Accelerated Course Beginning Monday August 10th. Fall Course starts the weekend of Sept 25th and continues the weekend of Oct 16th. $400.00.  Call Ken  431-2721 or Gomburg Brown & Co  506-470-0380.  Travel allowance.  www.concept22.com/hypnosis 

AUGUST 14 - 16

BYRON KATIE WORKSHOP. Learn excellent method for turning around negative thinking habit. Led by Bryan Wagner, St. Louis, MO. $285. www.ShiningBayYogaRetreat.org  852-5240.

AUGUST 17 -22

LIVE, LOVE, LAUGH and Let Go:  Bhakti Yoga Program. Explore the ancient path of love and devotion with Divya Prabha. $595 (sliding scale). www.ShiningBayYogaRetreat.org   852-5240.

AUGUST 20-23

SISTERS OF THE GATES Gathering. See article on p 15.   Remembering & Reclaiming Our Beauty.$350 pp/Gittens Lodge. Register/Info: 475-1500    sistersofthegates@yahoo.com

AUGUST 21-23

RAISING, SUSTAINING, ENGAGED Kids and Families! Join with families in our beautiful natural environment and find sustenance, fun, energy and hope in these challenging times. For more details: www.tatacentre.ca  or 1-800-218-2220

AUGUST 23-27

CHALLENGING RACISM IN Organizations, with Tina Lopes. Explore the impacts of racism on the services, systems and relations within your organization. Develop tools to analyze and address issues that arise in this work. For details: www.tatacentre.ca  or 1-800-218-2220

AUGUST 27-31

7th ANNUAL SOCIAL JUSTICE Youth Camp for ages 14 – 19. For details: www.tatacentre.ca  or 1-800-218-2220

SEPTEMBER

ATLANTIC YOGA TEACHER Training. Halifax & Moncton. www.aytt.ca   823-2746.

SEPTEMBER 3-6

MIND-BODY APPROACHES to Transforming Social and Personal Trauma. A skills-building program to support individual healing and empowerment, while simultaneously building resilience and action for change within communities and social justice movements. For details: www.tatacentre.ca  or 1-800-218-2220

SEPTEMBER 11-13

FR. JOE PEREIRA will be in Chester to instruct his first yoga workshop in eastern Canada. The yoga workshop is by pre-registration.  The evening of Saturday September 12th, 7 to 9 pm he will present on the work of Kripa Foundation; to be held at St Stephen’s Parish Hall, corner of  King & Regent St. Chester – this lecture is open to the public and is by donation. Info: Leigh Milne 902-273-YOGA  or visit www.thesadhanacentre.com

SEPTEMBER 20-23

RETURNING TO OUR ROOTS. Shamanic conference. Oceanstone, Indian Harbour. Details at www.shamanicconference2009.org or 1-866-823-2160   See ad on p. 16.

SEPTEMBER 26-27

CERTIFIED COACHES FEDERATION.™  2 day intensive course for Certified Executive Coach in Halifax.  Info: 866-455-2155 or www.certifiedcoachesfederation.com  See ad on p. 2.

EFT LEVEL 1 Workshop. First Saturday of every month. EFT or psychological acupressure helps balance the energy system and tune into the body's natural healing abilities. Also Free intro sessions Tuesdays. To register call 407-3140 or email: info@eftatlantic.com or visit www.eftatlantic.com

ATTEND NONDUALITY SATSANG - Explore the nature of your existence through self-inquiry, meditation, dialogues, nondual yoga, music, chanting. Write James: nisarga@chebucto.ns.ca. Visit www.nonduality.ca.

DISCOVER THE POWER of Meditation. Open House with Instruction, Meditation, short talk and discussion. Lunch provided. Every Sunday at 11 a.m. 2280 Balmoral Rd, 902-657-9085   www.dorjedenmaling.org

TAI CHI ARTHRITIS - gentle form of Tai Chi developed to help people with arthritis or other chronic muscular problems. Classes in Hfx/Dart.  Details www.taichi4health or Janice Webber 469-3214, A Body in Balance Therapy Centre.

TAI CHI OSTEOPOROSIS – designed to assist those with osteoporosis or concerned about developing this condition.  Classes in Hfx/Dart.  Details www.taichi4health or Janice Webber 469-3214, A Body in Balance Therapy Centre.

WELLNESS LECTURES by Penny Ormsbee – Registered Nutritional Consultant. Held monthly throughout the HRM. Visit www.pennyormsbee.ca for the lecture series schedule or call Penny @ 476-2904.