FEBRUARY EVENTS

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Sunday, February 1
Living Beyond Limiting Patterns
1-5pm • $68 in advance, $85 day of event

You know about internal circuit breakers. Maybe you were doing great with your program of exercise/meditation/weight loss/caring for your needs/etc. And then maybe you forgot about it, or even changed your mind. Energy patterns like that keep you in "safe" limits. Live beyond those limits - now! Scout Bartlett developed the Excelleration Treatments, used by many practitioners. Spend a day with the inventor and walk away with less burden and restriction. It will be an Excelleration Experience!
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Monday, February 2
Möbius Knitting Circle
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

The Möbius strip is a twisted circular form with only one edge and side; geometrically indefinable, it is a metaphor for change and rejuvenation. Ingeniously designed, the form emerges from the center outwards, creating a circular scarf with a metaphysical twist. Join Martha Dahlen and learn how to knit this popular creation. Please contact marcalart@yahoo.com for a list of required materials. New and experienced Möbius knitters welcome.
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Tuesday, February 3
The Spiritual Path Revealed
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

How do we live a spiritual life in contemporary America? Is belief in God helpful in meeting our personal and family needs? Join Steven Manus, a long-time student of the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, as he offers a pathway to reconcile our spiritual longing with the demands of a worldly life. "God," Yogananda said, "is our nearest and dearest friend." Learn simple, proven ways to find lasting happiness and bring joy to others.
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-- CANCELLED -- Wednesday, February 4
Was It God’s Plan to Have a Global Recession?
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Today we are facing harder times than most of us have ever seen. Millions of innocent people are paying a bitter price for the greedy and reckless practices of others. Why? Where’s the justice in that? Is this what God wants? In truth there are reasons and explanations for our current set of crises that are deeply important on many levels. Join spiritual counselor Asha Praver for insights into the mysteries of collective karma, the challenges of right living, and more.
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Thursday, February 5
The Flow of Time and Money
Free but call to reserve a place

To create wealth and fulfillment in our lives, we need to understand how time and money work - and learn to make them work for us. The Flow of Time and Money reveals how to use these energies wisely, to provide for our needs and enjoy life, and to make our greatest contribution to the world. Join author, artist and successful entrepreneur Lloyd Watts for the debut of this powerful new book. www.lloydwatts.com See workshop Feb 8
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Friday, February 6
Fabien Maman: Sound Healing for the 21st Century
7:30 pm • Free, but call to reserve a place

Fabien Maman, a founding father of sound therapy, will present an overview of his work to harmonize our subtle energy fields, chakras and physical bodies. Each technique aligns with the classical traditions of music theory, mathematics, Chinese medicine, astrology and esoteric philosophy. Maman will demonstrate his famous “acupuncture" technique using tuning forks and colored lights, and he’ll also show some amazing slides of the impact of sound on human cells. www.tama-do.com See workshop Feb 7
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Saturday February 7
Kototama: The Ancient Science of Pure Sound
1-5pm • $35 in advance, $45 day of event

With faery/shaman Terres Unsoeld, Fabien Maman reintroduces Kototama - the ancient science of pure sound, traced back to Druidic time and transmitted secretly within the Japanese culture for 2000 years. A renowned musician/composer and acupuncturist, Maman will present sound protocols to harmonize the organs, chakras and subtle energy fields. You’ll also experience a Seasonal Harmonizing Concert®. www.tama-do.com See talk Feb 6
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Saturday, February 7
Kisses From God
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

The Divine lets us know She/He is present in many sweet, profound ways. These events are transforming when we are open and integrate them into our daily lives. East-West psychotherapist Dr. Surya Sati has enjoyed a Divine Romance with God since childhood, and spent 10 years as an Eastern spiritual monastic. Tonight, she shares her unusual experiences of the Divine and encourages the audience to share theirs, discussing how they may inform and uplift our lives. See Classifieds ad.
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Sunday, February 8
Workshop: How to Create a Full and Prosperous Life
1pm-4pm • 39 in advance, $45 day of

Gain hands-on experience in how to create wealth and increase your productivity from someone who knows how it’s done. Join entrepreneur Lloyd Watts, author of The Flow of Time and Money, for this powerful, fun and inspiring workshop to assess your present relationship to these energies, set new and realistic goals, and map out your plan to activate powerful new principles in a safe and encouraging environment. www.lloydwatts.com See talk Feb 5
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SPECIAL ADDED EVENT
Sunday, Feb 8
Return to the Sacred
5pm * Free but call to reserve a place
Have you followed popular prescriptions for enlightenment and found yourself unsatisfied? Acclaimed spiritual teacher Jonathan Ellerby, PhD, author of Return to the Sacred: Ancient Pathways to Spiritual Awakening, will simplify spirituality and help you discover the spiritual practice which will manifest balance, peace and awakening in your life. Dr. Ellerby has spent over twenty years exploring healing and consciousness, studying with spiritual teachers from more than 40 traditions. He is the Spiritual Program Director for Hay House’s Canyon Ranch.
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Monday, February 9
Journey with Me
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Discover the transforming power of the shamanic journey with Patricia White Buffalo. Learn its origins and teachings and the science behind the work. Then journey with her to meet your power animal for guidance and healing as you listen to the sound of the hoop drum from Patricia’s new CD, Journey with Me. Patricia has been in private practice for 15 years. She leads soul retrieval workshops, and was formerly on the faculty of the Barbara Brennan School of Healing.
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Tuesday, February 10
Personality Mapping
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Personality mapping for individuals or couples is a hands-on psychological process that can evoke a transformative emotional response. This is not a lecture; you will literally illustrate the layers of your physical and psycho-emotional self, and illuminate the intra- and inter-personal maps which correlate to neural pathways in your brain. Chandrama Anderson, MFT, studied at JFK and has been teaching since 1997. Please be prompt; the doors will close to create a sacred space. www.personalitymap.com See ad in classifieds
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Wednesday, February 11
Awakening in the Age of Technology
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

William Patrick Patterson, the renowned author of seven books including Spiritual Survival in a Radically Changing World Time, will explore the meaning and challenge of the great Gurdjieff’s mystical teaching of the Fourth Way of awakening in the age of technology. Mr. Patterson is an international authority on Gurdjieff and a student of John Pentland, whom Gurdjieff chose to bring his teachings to America. Mr. Patterson has practiced the principles of the Fourth Way for 40 years.
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Thursday, February 12
Find “The One" - It Can Be Done
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Even spiritually developed people can unconsciously act in opposition to their intention of attracting true love. Johnny Fernandez and his wife Dr. Lara Fernandez, DC will show you how to address these mistakes now, magnetizing your soulmate to you. Find out how they did it for themselves. Johnny is a certified trainer who has created material for the State of California Marriage and Family Therapists curriculum. It works! www.lifelaunchtraining.com. See workshop Feb 14
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Friday, February 13
Living Light Cinema:
Eden at the End of the World
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

At the bottom of South America, where the Atlantic and Pacific collide, is one of the last great Edens on Earth: the wilds of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. Join us for a stunning cinematic experience of this subantarctic region, home to Magellanic penguins, elephant seals, right whales, guanacos and other fascinating species, now facing their greatest challenge: the misguided impact of man. Filmed by National Geographic and featuring on-site interviews with some of the world’s most committed conservationists.
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Saturday, February 14
4 Strategies to Speed Up Your Soulmate Connection
1-4pm • $39 in advance, $45 day of event

If you’re done with “just dating" and want to manifest a soulmate relationship, you’re probably wondering how! Johnny and Lara Fernandez, DC asked that question ten years ago and discovered a strategic yet soulful approach that rapidly magnetized them to each other. In gratitude, they gave up their successful chiropractic office to devote their lives to helping others speed up the search for their own soulmate. www.lifelaunchtraining.com See talk Feb 12
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Saturday, February 14
Special White Light Kirtan
8pm • $15 in advance, $20 day of event

White Light is a fabulous kirtan band of eight accomplished musicians. Recently they’ve performed in San Francisco, Sacramento, Portland and Seattle, including on stage with Krishna Das. And they’re all Living Wisdom High School students! White Light is proud to debut their new CD album, Thunder of Om, a blend of Eastern and Western influences. Come for an evening of beautiful music, a memorable performance and a deeply devotional experience. www.livingwisdom.org/whitelight
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Sunday, February 15
Couples’ Ultimate Foot and Hand Massage
1-4pm • $39 in advance, $45 day of event; fee includes instructional CD

Stay in Valentine’s flow and learn to spoil each other with seated techniques that are both therapeutic and pampering! Great for computer users, runners, dancers, hikers, or sufferers from arthritis, carpal tunnel, plantar fasciitis and pain/stiffness. Techniques include reflexology and acupressure. Bring a towel and thin socks. Jason Chan has 12 years of bodywork and teaching experience. Pre-register with a partner; fee is per person. www.jasonchanproductions.com
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Monday, February 16
The Light behind Consciousness
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Author John Wheeler brings a fresh perspective to the non-duality dialogue. His new book, The Light behind Consciousness, contains essays, dialogues and correspondence on essential themes based on the teachings of Nisargadatta Maharaj: self-knowledge and the resolution of seeking, suffering and doubt. A highly regarded teacher himself, John is also the author of four previous spiritual books, all of which offer timeless wisdom in clear, simple language.
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Tuesday, February 17
Transforming Your Inner Critic into Your Best Friend
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Does your inner critic resemble a bone-crushing Ogre? Maybe this Ogre is actually a wish-granting Genie in disguise! Learn the transformational language that will change your life and the lives of those you love, calling forth your very own Genie. Attendees will receive his informative pamphlet The 10 Communication Mistakes You Don’t Want To Make and a free intuitive session. Val Logan, DD, CCH, has been a metaphysician and intuitive for 36 years. www.FulfillingRelationships.com
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Wednesday, February 18
Consciously Coping with Stress
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Stress in any area in our lives can lead us into illness or expansive wellness. There is always a choice between the two, but most of us follow well-worn, familiar paths, feeling unwell in times of unrest. Join East West favorite Dr. Shanti Rubenstone, a Stanford-trained physician who practices “transformational medicine," as she offers ways to turn stresses into stepping stones instead of stumbling blocks. Find out how to reach levels of health and renewal beyond what you might think possible.
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Thursday, February 19
Sacred Spaces: the Land You Live On
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Indigenous traditions encourage living in intimate relationship with the land, yet this can be challenging to maintain. Join us for earth-healing stories and learn skills for connecting to the land here in the South Bay. Daniel Foor has degrees in religious studies and psychology, and he leads ceremonial circles. Ginny Anderson is a Ph.D psychologist, ceremonialist, and author of Circling the Bay: A Pilgrimage to Wild and Sacred Places. www.ancestralmedicine.org. www.circlingsanfranciscobay.com. See workshop Feb 22
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Friday, February 20
SARK’s Juicy Pens, Thirsty Paper
7:30pm • $12 in advance, $15 day of event • Limit: 115 people

Does a writer live within you, but she or he just can’t seem to break out? Is a lack of confidence holding you back? Do you need new ways to work past your blocks and feel re-inspired? Playful, delightful, effective help is here. Nothing can start the ink flowing and keep it going like Juicy Pens, Thirsty Paper, the latest work of wisdom, inspiration and art from the one and only SARK, a transformative teacher for over 25 years, and the author of 15 best-selling books to support creative and empowered living. Let the fun begin! www.planetsark.com See workshop Feb 21
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Saturday, February 21
Gifting the World with Your Words and Stories
… and Creating the Time and Energy to Actually DO It
11am-6pm • $96 in advance, $106 day of event

Limit: 60 participants
This fun, interactive workshop is for anyone who wants creative words and stories to happily tumble from thought onto page! Let SARK teach you innovative games and exercises to accelerate your creative process. Everyone receives individual support; processes and materials for post-workshop practice; creative joy; inspiration; and a healthy helping of humor and music! Required reading: Juicy Pens, Thirsty Paper. Suggested reading: Inspiration Sandwich, SARK’s Journal and Play!Book. www.planetSARK.com. See talk Feb 20
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Saturday, February 21
Global Drum Circle
7:30pm • $15 in advance, $20 day of event

The drum circle is an ancient method of rhythmic spiritual expression, meditation and healing. Expert leader Dave DiLullo, renowned for over 15 years for his skills in directing these hands-on, fun-for-all events, will guide us in drumming as a means to achieve deeper states of awareness. No experience is necessary, and drums will be provided. You can also bring your own drum or other percussion instrument. Or just come and enjoy the healing vibrations! www.GlobalDrumCircles.com
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Sunday, February 22
Sacred Spaces: Creating Your Altar
1-4pm • $20 in advance, $25 day of event

Across diverse spiritual traditions, altars serve as powerful focal points for relating with Spirit, and a personal altar can provide its own healing vibration and special grace. Through interactive teaching and direct visioning, learn to create and utilize an altar that is suited to their relationship with the Divine. Daniel Foor will be your instructor and guide. For more about him, visit www.ancestralmedicine.org and see the summary for Feb 19 above.
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Monday, February 23
Freedom from Anxiety through Homeopathy
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Homeopathy views disease as an imbalance of the whole being and aims to heal the energetic core. It can also effectively eliminate specific symptoms that prevent an individual from engaging in everyday activities or creative pursuits. Ildiko Ran is a certified homeopath and author of Sensations: The Healing Power of Homeopathy. Ildiko will share her expertise in determining which core change will restore optimal health for individuals experiencing anxiety.
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Tuesday, February 24
Promoviendo la Educación Holistica
Promoting Holistic Education (Presentation in Spanish)
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Mi nombre es Leticia Elicea, MH, Directora y profesora de Hipnoterapia. Quiero informarte a ti comunidad hispana que conozcas otra manera de aprender y sanar tus emociones, tu cuerpo y tu mente Teniendo una educación holistica con garantia de calidad, que te ayudara a prevenir la depresión, y otras enfermedades psicosomaticas que nos impiden ser felices. Conoce las terapias disponibles. Acompañanos con tus preguntas y todos aprendemos. Tendremos una meditación guiada. www.holisticvocationalcenter.com
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Wednesday, February 25
Healing with the Christ Consciousness
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

We are one, intimately interrelated. The Earth is our Mother, offering us a rainbow bridge to Heaven, and the Cosmic Christ is within us. Come and experience these wonders today. In raising our thoughts and vibrations, we will access the power to heal ourselves and the world. Learn from Sister Joan Prohaska some of the healing codes that unlock the power to co-create Heaven on Earth. Your light will shine more brightly!
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Thursday, February 26
Healing and Transformation through Self-Guided Imagery
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Within your heart is a treasure of wisdom and gifts that surprises even the most thoughtful mind. Since 1989, Leslie Davenport, interfaith minister and licensed psychotherapist, has taught hundreds how to attune themselves to the sage voice of the heart. Whether you are seeking guidance for a current crisis, reflecting on a life transition, or deepening gratitude in simple day-to-day moments, this approach provides wise and practical tools for daily living. www.LeslieDavenport.com
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Friday, Feb. 27
Flow: Living a More Joyful Life
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Does it feel like you are fighting with the universe? Is it hard to find your direction in these apparently chaotic and difficult times? The world is going through major shifts and changes. This can be a very stressful time or a time of deep personal transformation. Join Dave Hurwit, popular healer and hypnotherapist at East West, to learn ways to not only cope, but flourish in these changing times by aligning with the natural flow.
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Saturday, Feb. 28
Flow Workshop: Living a More Joyful Life
10:30-4:30pm • $59 in advance, $69 day of event

Are you fighting with the universe? Who do you expect will win? We are experiencing a time of major change that will force us to re-evaluate our old patterns and beliefs. Join popular East West healer and hypnotherapist, Dave Hurwit for this deeply transformative workshop. Discover through guided meditations and experiential exercises how to connect with a deep wisdom within you that can guide you with greater ease and joy through these changing times and help you to align with life’s natural flow. See talk Feb 27 and Readers page
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Saturday, February 28
Small Pleasures: Finding Grace in a Chaotic World
7:30pm • Free but call to reserve a place

Join Justine Willis Toms, author and co-founder of New Dimensions Radio, as she describes the five insights that hold us steady as we cross the chaotic stream of our lives. She will share how to stay active without driving yourself crazy, why we need to celebrate fiercely, how to listen to wisdom beyond the human cacophony which dominates our world, how to find friends of the heart who support us in our fullness, and more. www.newdimensions.org See workshop Mar 1
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