Time, Breath, and Cognition

Time, Breath, and Cognition on June 24, 2016 in Berkeley, CA : Free Introductory Presentation: Thursday, June 16, 7-9 pm
The Tantrāloka: The “Light on the Tantras” was written by Abhinavagupta in the 11th century and is considered to be the seminal exposition in Tantric Shaivism. Abhinavagupta described it as a manual for liberation.
The intent of this new program is to contribute to the revival of the teachings of the Tantrāloka in their deepest essence and explore the heart of its timeless written and oral wisdom. Students will learn long-forgotten, powerful meditation techniques, participate in pujas (rituals), and experience a unique program structured as regular immersions complemented by online sessions and lessons.
Time, Breath, and Cognition is the first in a series of Tantric Sādhana intensives based on original translations of the Tantrāloka to be presented by Boris Marjanovic, Ph.D, and Swami Khecaranatha..
Boris Marjanovic, Ph.D., has spent the last twenty-five years studying and teaching Indian philosophy and Sanskrit. His work is not only rooted in scholarly studies but also in attaining refined experiential knowledge through the practice of various meditative techniques. He has resided in Varanasi for over 12 years.
Swami Khecaranatha is an authentic adept of Trika Shaivism in the śaktipāta lineage of Nityananda & Rudrananda. With a mastery etched from more than forty years of inner practice and selfless service, he is a highly regarded teacher of Tantric sādhana.
To enroll or download the full 2-page flyer, go to: https://trikashala.com/calendar/2-kundalini-sadhana-pathway-to-liberation-1 Flyer has more details, including topics and daily schedule.
Retreat fee: $295, $250 if paid by May 24 (includes lunch & dinner on Sat and lunch on Sun)
Please phone 510-529-4173 if you have any further questions.
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Tantraloka Intensive, Boris Marjanovic & Swami KhecaranathaWHEN:Friday June 24th - Sunday June 26th WHERE:TrikaShala
830 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, ...read more

Tantrāloka Program

Tantrāloka Program on June 24, 2016 in Berkeley, CA : Tantric Sādhana: The Heart of the Tantrāloka Program
First Workshop: Time, Breath, and Cognition
June 24-26, 2016 Fri: 7-9:30 pm Sat & Sun: 9 am-6 pm
Second Workshop: The Essence of Saktipata: The Descent of Grace
Thurs - Sunday June 30-July 3, 2016
The Tantrāloka: The “Light on the Tantras” was written by Abhinavagupta in the 11th century and is considered to be the seminal exposition in Tantric Shaivism. Abhinavagupta described it as a manual for liberation. The intent of this new program is to contribute to the revival of the teachings of the Tantrāloka in their deepest essence and explore the heart of its timeless written and oral wisdom. Students will learn long-forgotten, powerful meditation techniques, participate in pujas (rituals), and experience a unique program structured as regular immersions complemented by online sessions and lessons.
Oral Transmission: Bringing the Light of the Tantras back into the world. In India, the written word is always considered to be subordinate to the spoken one. Abhinavagupta himself declared, “How much can be written in a book?” It is hoped that these upcoming publications, in combination with the immersion program and online lessons, will create a detailed, extensive, and in-depth oral transmission that will contribute substantially to the revival of these teachings. The traditions that Abhinavagupta unified in his exposition of the teachings of Anuttara Trika were always transmitted in these two parallel ways, written and oral. The text is so long and complex that even the immediate meaning is not always clear, let alone its hidden implicit meaning. Yet it is this implicit meaning that is the focus of the oral transmission—the meaning we can only understand by applying the teachings in our own practice.
Meditation Techniques and Rituals: Applying the teachings in everyday life. ...read more

Art of Feminine Presence

Art of Feminine Presence on June 5, 2016 in San Jose, CA : Come nurture your heart, awaken the senses, and relax into the natural pleasure of your body. You are invited to experience a wonderful workshop desig ned to express your feminine magic through the power of women's circle, embodied movement, and self-love enhancing practices. In this intimate setting, Marcela will guide you in ways that will help you feel sexy, enlivened, and nourished. Each workshop is unique, restorative, and based on a selection of the 22 fundamental practices of the Art of Feminine Presence.
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Love Your Essence WorkshopWHEN:Sunday June 5th 11:00 AM - 6:00 PMWHERE:Innate Sense
1275 Lincoln Ave. Suite 4C
San Jose, CA 95125COST:$97FacebookEvent Website

Come nurture your heart, awaken the senses, and relax into the natural pleasure of your body. You are invited to experience a wonderful workshop designed to express your feminine magic through the power of women's circle, embodied movement, and self-love enhancing practices. In this intimate setting, Marcela will guide you in ways that will help you feel sexy, enlivened, and nourished. Each workshop is unique, restorative, and based on a selection of the 22 fundamental practices of the Art of Feminine Presence.

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Art of Feminine Presence

Art of Feminine Presence on May 1, 2016 in Alameda, CA : Come nurture your heart, awaken the senses, and relax into the natural pleasure of your body. You are invited to experience a wonderful workshop desig ned to express your feminine magic through the power of women's circle, embodied movement, and self-love enhancing practices. In this intimate setting, Marcela will guide you in ways that will help you feel sexy, enlivened, and nourished. Each workshop is unique, restorative, and based on a selection of the 22 fundamental practices of the Art of Feminine Presence
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Love Your Essence WorkshopWHEN:Sunday May 1st 11:00 AM - 6:00 PMWHERE:Mind Body Movement Center
1136 Ballena Blvd, Suite D
Alameda, CA 94501COST:$97FacebookEvent Website

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Women’s Visionary Congress

Women's Visionary Congress on June 17, 2016 in Petaluma, CA : The gathering will include presentations from visionary researchers, healers, activists and artists who examine heighten states of awareness and modes of healing that link us to female wisdom keepers and traditional users of plant medicines throughout history. Stay tuned to our website and social media network for information on the theme and speakers for this year's Congress. We are planning a truly marvelous gathering for our 10th anniversary!
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A gathering of visionary researchers, artists, and activistsWHEN:Friday June 17th - Sunday June 19th WHERE:EarthRise Retreat Center at the Institute of Noetic Sciences
626 2nd St
Petaluma, CA 94952COST:$60-$625FacebookEvent Website

The gathering will include presentations from visionary researchers, healers, activists and artists who examine heighten states of awareness and modes of healing that link us to female wisdom keepers and traditional users of plant medicines throughout history. Stay tuned to our website and social media network for information on the theme and speakers for this year's Congress. We are planning a truly marvelous gathering for our 10th anniversary!

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Don Miguel Ruiz Toltec Life &Death

Don Miguel Ruiz Toltec Life &Death on July 1, 2016 in Folsom, CA : This inspirational presentation is a unique opportunity to hear, in vivid detail, the ancient Toltec wisdom that has been handed down through the Ruiz family for over 1,000 years. Universally beloved for his book The Four Agreements, don Miguel Ruiz reveals to us his latest work The Toltec Art of Life and Death. In this profound and mystical tale of spiritual discovery, don Miguel Ruiz divulges the near-fatal heart attack that left him in a nine-week-long coma and the inward journey he experienced while suspended between this world and the next. His sons, don Miguel Ruiz Jr. and don Jose Ruiz, will take us deeper into the ancient Toltec masteries through their transformational books The 5th Agreement and The 5 Levels of Attachment. This is an opportunity you don't want to miss! Don Miguel Ruiz travels on a very limited schedule and your chance to connect with one of the most powerful teachers of our day may not come again!
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Don Miguel Ruiz & Sons - Toltec Art of Life & DeathWHEN:Friday July 1st 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWHERE:Harris Center
10 College Parkway
Folsom, CA 95630COST:$55-$120; Premium $175YouTubeBuy Tickets NowEvent Website

This inspirational presentation is a unique opportunity to hear, in vivid detail, the ancient Toltec wisdom that has been handed down through the Ruiz family for over 1,000 years. Universally beloved for his book The Four Agreements, don Miguel Ruiz reveals to us his latest work The Toltec Art of Life and Death. In this profound and mystical tale of spiritual discovery, don Miguel Ruiz divulges the near-fatal heart attack that left him in a nine-week-long coma and the inward journey he experienced ...read more

Marin Open Studios 2016

Marin Open Studios 2016 on April 23, 2016 in Greenbrae, CA : Marin Open Studios 2016 – 23rd Annual “Its all the BUZZ!”
MOS Exhibition Gallery: April 23 – May 15.
, Greenbrae, CA 94904
Open Tuesday – Sunday f rom 11am–6pm. (Closed Mondays)
The best way to plan your Open Studios tour is to preview works by each participating artist at the MOS Exhibition Gallery in the Bon Air Center, Greenbrae. At the Gallery you can speak with a knowledgeable gallerist about the art and pick up your tour guide.
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23rd Annual “Its all the BUZZ!”WHEN:Saturday April 23rd - Sunday May 15th WHERE:MOS Exhibition Gallery
Bon Air Center #302
Greenbrae, CA 94904COST:FreeFacebookYouTubeEvent Website

Marin Open Studios 2016 – 23rd Annual “Its all the BUZZ!”
MOS Exhibition Gallery: April 23 – May 15.
, Greenbrae, CA 94904
Open Tuesday – Sunday from 11am–6pm. (Closed Mondays)

The best way to plan your Open Studios tour is to preview works by each participating artist at the MOS Exhibition Gallery in the Bon Air Center, Greenbrae. At the Gallery you can speak with a knowledgeable gallerist about the art and pick up your tour guide.

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MOS Exhibition Gallery: April 23 – May 15.
, Greenbrae, CA 94904
Open Tuesday – Sunday f rom 11am–6pm. (Closed Mondays)
The best way to plan your Open Studios tour is to preview works by each participating artist at the MOS Exhibition Gallery in the Bon Air Center, Greenbrae. At the Gallery you can speak with a knowledgeable gallerist about ...read more

Women’s Healing Conference

Women's Healing Conference on May 7, 2016 in Los Altos, CA : Connect with an amazing community of women healers, educators, farmers, ceremonialists, scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, artists, musicians and d ancers, to share, learn, explore, expand, and rejuvenate. Celebrate what it is to be a woman!
Together we awaken our innate wisdom and inspire each other to heal and blossom in safe and nurturing ways. We will gather for spiritual and physical rejuvenation, learning, sharing and community building.
Included in the cost of ticket is the following:
-Choice of 12 Transformative Workshops.
-Healing Connections, Wisdom, Inspiration.
-All-Organic Delicious & Nourishing Food and Teas provided all day.
-Pampering Oasis, Rest Areas and possibility of receiving free 15-min healing sessions.
-Miles of pristine nature preserve to explore on contemplative walks.
Our intention is to enjoy and expand our community of talented resources, educate and empower each other and delight in our shared gifts. We hope to inspire and stir your interest to continue raising the quality of your health to the next level through a variety of alternative practices.
FOR MORE INFO on teachers, schedule, workshops, etc...
PLEASE VISIT www.womensHealingConference.com
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1 Day Women's Retreat - Connect and HealWHEN:Saturday May 7th 8:30 AM - 7:00 PMWHERE:Hidden Villa Farm
26870 Moody Rd,
Los Altos, CA 94022COST:FacebookYouTubeBuy Tickets NowEvent Website

Connect with an amazing community of women healers, educators, farmers, ceremonialists, scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, artists, musicians and dancers, to share, learn, explore, expand, and rejuvenate. Celebrate what it is to be a woman!

Together we awaken our innate wisdom and inspire each other to heal and blossom in safe and nurturing ways. We will gather for spiritual and physical rejuvenation, learning, sharing and community building.

Included in the cost of ticket is the following:
-Choice of 12 Transformative Workshops.
-Healing Connections, Wisdom, Inspiration.
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The Velocity of Autumn

The Velocity of Autumn on June 1, 2016 in Mountain View, CA : TheatreWorks Silicon Valley closes its 2015/2016 season with the explosive new dramatic comedy, The Velocity of Autumn. This engaging play by Eric Cob le centers on an elderly artist in a volatile showdown with her family over where she'll spend her remaining years, as she barricades herself in her brownstone with enough homemade Molotov cocktails to blow the entire block sky-high. In a wry, spirited quest to “not go gently” into a retirement home, Alexandra battles both the fears of her family and the ravages of time, negotiating the terms of her future with a long-estranged son who has battles of his own. The Velocity of Autumn was declared “Wickedly funny and wonderfully touching” by Broadway World and “A tale that could resonate with a broad range of audiences as it touches on a sobering dilemma faced by families every day” by Variety. This production will be directed by Giovanna Sardelli.
Shows:
Previews: 8:00 PM
Tuesdays: 7:30 PM
Wednesdays: 2:00PM, 7:30PM
Thursdays and Fridays: 8:00 PM
Saturdays: 2:00 PM, 8:00 PM
Sundays: 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM
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A TheatreWorks Silicon Valley Regional PremiereWHEN:Wednesday June 1st - Tuesday April 26th WHERE:Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
Mountain View, CA 94041COST:$19-$80Buy Tickets NowEvent Website

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley closes its 2015/2016 season with the explosive new dramatic comedy, The Velocity of Autumn. This engaging play by Eric Coble centers on an elderly artist in a volatile showdown with her family over where she'll spend her remaining years, as she barricades herself in her brownstone with enough homemade Molotov cocktails to blow the entire block sky-high. In a wry, spirited quest to “not go gently” into a retirement home, Alexandra battles both the fears of her family ...read more

Love Thy Nature Opens in LA!

Love Thy Nature Opens in LA! on May 6, 2016 in Santa Monica, CA : LOVE THY NATURE will have its LA theatrical run at the newly renovated Laemmle Monica Film Center - as part of a 55+ cities screenings campaign & natu re-connecting movement!
We're creating full blown screening events featuring Q&As with filmmakers and influencers, poetry, nature sounds, music, and gifts. We hope you can make it! And by all means, share the LOVE by inviting family and friends!
SHOWTIMES
12:20pm, 2:40pm, 5:00pm, 7:20pm & 9:40pm
THE TRAILER:
www.lovethynature.com
THE FILM:
An award-winning film narrated by Liam Neeson, Love Thy Nature shows how deeply we've lost touch with nature and takes viewers on a cinematic journey through the beauty and intimacy of our vital relationship with the natural world. Love Thy Nature shows that a renewed connection with nature is key not only to our well being, but also to solving our environmental and climate crises.
****** SPECIAL EVENTS ******
(following each film screening):
~ PREMIERE:
Fri, May 6th at 7:20pm - Special participation with Andy Lipkis (founder of TreePeople) & Atossa Soltani (Amazon Watch) + Q&A with filmmakers + closing transformative exercise with director Sylvie Rokab.
~ CRY OF THE WILD
Sat, May 7th at 5:00pm
The audience will engage in a brief Q&A with the film director, and experience the transporting electric violin played by Dorian Cheah, who will perform original music inspired by the timeless beauty of the natural world and its diverse cultures.
~ EARTH'S MUSIC
Sat, May 7th at 7:20pm
Michael Perricone (sound mixer for Love Thy Nature) and Jahna Perricone immerses us in the sounds of Tibetan singing bowls, transporting voice (Jahna's), in the flow of nature's wilderness sounds (from the movie sound track). Director Sylvie Rokab will moderate with a brief Q&A and a transformative closing exercise.
~ HOMAGE TO OUR MOTHER (Mother's Day):
Sun, ...read more