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JAN 12
Shamanic Drumming & Dreaming Circle: Saturday, 7-10pm. Experience conscious dreaming journeywork for insight/healing from your Totem Nature Spirit guardians. Vancouver Multi-Cultural Centre, 1254 W. 7th. By donation. Earthsong Healing Circles. 604.418.9636. www.shamanichealing.info

JAN 12-13
Sidney Health Fair: 100 practitioners, including wellness specialist Dr. Carolyn DeMarco on healthy living, osteoporosis. Naturopath Karen Paquette discusses “...Unleashing Sexier, Healthier You.” 250-655-0515, www.siwc.org/healthfair

JAN 13
“Transformation of Man” Series: Tape 1 of 7 with J. Krishnamurti-philosopher, Dr. Bohm-physicist, Dr. Shainberg-psychiatrist. 4pm, open dialogue 5:30-7:30. MacMillan Planetarium lounge. Donation.
Jeb 604.734.7774.

JAN 18-20
Foot Reflexology Introduction commences certificate weekend course. Intro: $10, Course $325. Pacific Institute of Reflexology, (604) 875-8818,
www.pacificreflexology.com

JAN 18, 22, 23, 25-27
Reginald A. Ray, Ph.D free public lectures & workshop: in the tradition of the great siddha Chogyam Trungpa, Rinpoche. Info & registration
www.dharmaocean.org

JAN 22
Planetary Peace Meditation: Join us for this powerful meditation held on the full moon, at 7:30pm* (*PH clinic open 6-7pm) 2950 Laurel St, Vancouver. www.pranichealing.ca/vancouver

JAN 22
Introductory session by The Brotherhood of Humanity. A simple, honest, and true worldwide activity. Tuesday 7:30pm. Burnaby Metrotown, Bob Prittie Library Meeting Room, 6100 Willingdon Ave. Info: (604) 298-2231, (604) 430-1882, (604) 986-5042.

JAN 27
Environmentalist and activist Tzeporah Berman’s talk & Q&A: Who Will Repair It? 7:30pm, $12, Norman Rothstein Theatre, Jewish Community Centre, 950 W. 41st Ave., 604-257-5199
www.jewishmuseum.ca

FEB 1-3
Vancouver Society of Storytelling 2008 Storyfeast: Tickets at www.ticketstonight.ca, 604-231-7535. See lineup at www.vancouverstorytelling.org

FEB 1-3
Advanced Reflexology Professional Skills Courses: Course $325. Pacific Institute of Reflexology, (604) 875-8818, www.pacificreflexology.com

FEB 9-10
Women’s Mid-Life Transitions Workshop, Vancouver. Mid-life review to help identify what you want in life NOW, Centre for Peace, $350, Register www.wearechrysalisworks.com or 604-733-0560.

MAR 2-8, SEP 28-OCT 4
Boundless Heart and Limitless Mind with Marianne Samann-Wyss: Shamanic journeying, energy healing, exploration & balance. On 44 acres on Lake Cowichan. Info & registration 250-382-3582, msw@islandnet.com

APR 25-27
Electromagnetic Fields workshop – Identify and solve electromagnetic field problems; bioeffects, symptoms. Certificate. For professionals and laypersons. Outline: www.essentia.ca / (888) 639-7730. Attractive early registration discounts.

APR 25-27
Authentic Hawaiian Lomilomi Massage communicates deep within the core of self. Module I: Apr. 25, evening & Sat/San 10am-5pm. $395. Intro: March 26, $10, www.lomi4life.com, 604-431-7474.

SATURDAYS

Holistic Healing Fair: Third Saturday of every month. AWAKENING HEART-15177 Russell Ave-White Rock. 10-4pm, Free. 604-535-6603,
www.emergingpathway.ca

SUNDAYS

The Centre for Spiritual Living uniting the world in love. Inspired by the teachings of Deepak Chopra and Louise Hay. You’ll love our Sunday services, 11 AM. Children welcome. 1495 W. 8th Ave.,Vancouver, 604-321-1225, www.cslvancouver.com

International Spiritualist Alliance: #201-317 Columbia Street, New West, 604-521-6336. Sunday services, 11am. Rev. Joyce Tarvin, 604-433-6663, www.isacanada.ca. See Resource Directory ad.

SOS (Science of Spirituality) Eco Centre: Enjoy free silent meditation, spiritual discourse & lunch. 10am Meditation, 11am Discourse. 604-277-1247, 11011 Shell Road @ Steveston Hwy (between #5 & #4 Road) Richmond. All Welcome. www.sos.org

Unity of Vancouver: Empowering people to create prosperity, health and loving relationships through the
practical application of spiritual principles. Sunday Services 11AM, 5840 Oak St., Vancouver (604) 266-6281.

Experience the Light! Purify and revitalize your mind, body and spirit providing deep relaxation and renewed energy from within. Free, 5228 Joyce St., 1-4pm, 778-384-5333, canada@worlddivinelight.org www.worlddivinelight.org

MONDAYS

Free, anonymous, telephone support line offering guided meditations for people suffering from chronic pain. Non-religious. Counselors have community crisis line training. Mondays 7-11pm,
604-936-5683.

TUESDAYS

Reflexology Student Clinic sessions, only $18. Evenings only. By appointment. Pacific Institute of Reflexology. 604-875-8818,
www.pacificreflexology.com

Prize-winning Scottish choir seeks new members: Non-Gaelic speakers welcome. No audition required. Scottish & Gaelic traditional songs. Practice 7:45pm, Scottish Cultural Centre, 70th & Hudson. Info: Sandra 604-724-6911.

New Address: Free Geek Monthly Meeting, second Tues. of every month, 6:30-8:30pm, NEW HOME: 1820 Pandora St. Join in developing a non-profit dedicated to computer recycling, education & free software. www.freegeekvancouver.org

WEDNESDAYS

Speaking Circles: Learn to speak naturally in front of groups, transforming anxiety into the excitement of creative expression through relational presence. 7:30-9:30pm, Dave 604-488-9203.

Hawaiian Medicine Circle: 7 pm. Hawaiian guided meditation, Sharing the Aloha, tea and snacks afterwards with like-minded people. $10 donation. At Hale Ola, a place of Healing, 1215 Madison Ave., Burnaby. 604-431-7474. Call Kumu Kaimana.

Children of War fundraiser: Chai Gallery at East is East hosts a fundraiser for Children of War, featuring local musicians & traditional dancers. Every Wed. evening, 7:30pm – 1:30am, 3243 W. Broadway. $25/door or call 778-837-1862, www.thechildrenofwar.org.

New Address: LINUX Clinic & Windowsless Wednesdays: Every Wed. 7-9:30pm, Free Geek, NEW HOME: 1820 Pandora. www.freegeekvancouver.org Meetings resume Jan. 7.

FRIDAYS

“Destiny Dialogues” Free Talks (7-9 pm). First Friday of each month, experiential evening that explores the inter-connections between destiny and: suffering, relationships, vocations, joy, teachers, character, nature, family, dreams. Call Michael 604-317-1613 to RSVP.
Give Peace a Chant! Kirtan - Yoga of Sound: Call and response style chanting in a friendly community setting. No experience necessary. 7:30pm, 2111 W.16th Ave. @ Arbutus www.givepeaceachant.org

ONGOING

Free Meditation Workshop: Experience Kundalini awakening through Sahaja Yoga, as taught by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi & enjoy your Powers at our Weekly classes, always free and open to all. 604-597-8440,
www.sahajayoga.org.

Anxiety? Depression? FREE Mental Wellness Self-Help Support Group in Kitsilano area. Held Saturdays bi-weekly, 10:30am-12:30pm. Limited Seating. Call 604-630-6865.

Holistic Medicine in Africa: Organized Medicine Foundation (OMF) helps people in rural Africa using naturopathy/homeopathy/acupuncture. Can you help? Donations welcome. www.organizedmedicine.org or ameet@organizedmedicine.org

Do you have an eating disorder and need support? Support group run by eating disorder survivor and nurse. edgroup_char@hotmail.com Groups held in Langley.

Scent-free Spaces: If you have health reactions to scents or fragrances, please go to the website www.scentsitive.ca. It is about creating scent-free spaces in Vancouver.

 
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