JANUARY | FEBRUARY | MARCH
| ONGOING | UPCOMING
JANUARY
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1/21-22 The Way of the Shaman (the Basic Workshop), Beltsville, MD area, taught by Philip Dana Robinson, Teaching Associate of Michael Harner and his Foundation for Shamanic Studies (www.shamanism.org) for 25 years. Experiential training introducing the basic methods of shamanism, an ancient spiritual strategy for remarkable personal learning. The focus is on the shamanic journey, the voyage of the shaman into non-ordinary reality (the spirit worlds), aided by drumming. Shamanic divination and shamanic healing techniques will be covered. For information, contact Dana at 410-820-9977 or email danacougar@goeaston.net. Visit: web site at www.shamantracks.com.
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Free: Join The Global Meditation For Prosperity. You Need A GodFather & That is Ganesh! Overcome All Obstacles. Receive The Meditation To Become a Money Magnet. Join Global Prosperity Meditation To Help Entire Planet. 7:45pm, Rivendell Center. Visit: for more information. http://Yoga.GraceLightDC.org.
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1/27-29 Advanced Theta Healing Class. RestonReikiandSelfHealingArts.com, 703-472-3481.
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Intermediate Mediumship Development Workshop. NSAC Certified Medium Konstanza Morning Star offers this special workshop designed to help developing mediums gain greater fluency and accuracy in their mediumship. www.silverspringoflight.com.
Tai Chi Chuan form and silk reeling seminar. Learn the original form of Tai Chi and its exercises. Learn more at www.tccii.com.
Tai Sophia Graduate School Open House, features all academic programs. 9:30am-12:30pm. Please RSVP. www.tai.edu. 410-888-9048 x6647.
1/28-29 Two-day life or executive coach certification program. At no additional cost you also receive: 1 year continuing education program; 2 coaching sessions from a Master Coach; and Membership in the Washington DC regional Certified Coaches Federation coaching network. Visit: www.certifiedcoachesfederation.com; 866-455-2155.
1/28-29 Yoga Drumming Retreat. Experience yoga and drumming as prayer forms as we practice contemplative prayer in the form of devotional chanting, meditation, conscious breathing, yoga postures and group drumming. Shalem Institute, Washington, DC, www.shalem.org.
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Free Chakra Balancing Introductory Talk at the Braided Way Healing Arts School, 6:30pm, Baltimore Centre for Wellness-Ellicott City. Info: www.braidedwayhealingarts.com, 410 203-2226, Ext. 5.
FEBRUARY
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Interfaith Meditation and Ayurvedic Wellness Principle programs begin at Yama Studio, 1190 West Northern Pkwy, Baltimore, MD. Enroll now! 410-464-9000 or yamastudio.com.
2/1-3/28 Continuing Education at Tai Sophia: Core Zero Balancing I with E. Abhau, MA, MST and C. Homan, MS, MAc, Lac; $595/25 CEUs. www.tai.edu. 410-888-9048 x6642.
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Get in touch with your intuition - Aura-Soma® color workshop with focus on Quintessences. 10am-4pm. Cost: $120; Call 240-529-4311. www.BeingOfLight.net.
Mystery of Suffering Quiet Day. A day of prayer to explore the mysterious presence of God hidden in suffering and the transformative power of compassion and grace. Shalem Institute, Washington, DC, www.shalem.org.
Qigong in Daily Life: Your Heart Energy. Learn how the heart is connected to your soul; tap into the power of universal and unconditional love in your heart; practice chanting, meditation, healing techniques, and movements to enhance your heart energy. $20/session. IAS www.ias-online.org.
2/4-5 Diamond Approach Introductory weekend, a spiritual path developed by A.H.Almaas. Sat/Sun 10am–5:30pm in Takoma Park. $150 if paid by January 20, $175 thereafter. Learn how inquiry can bring you closer to your truest self. See our logo listing for more information. Contact Barbara bearwise@verizon.net, 202–746–9473. www.ridhwan.org.
Introduction to Core Transformation workshop at the Maryland CAM Healers
and Enthusiasts Meetup, at Nourishing Journey, 10440 Shaker Drive, Suite 105, Columbia, MD. 9-12 AM To register and attend, join the meetup (it's free)
at http://www.meetup.com/CAMHealing/.
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More Time ~ Less Paper,
9am–1pm. Are you disorganized due to lack of time? Or short on time because you are disorganized? Whatever your answer, in this workshop you will learn how to have more time and less paper! Details at www.clutterfreenow.com.
2/11-12 Redefining Health at Tai Sophia Two-Day Signature Workshop w/ Institute Co-founders. $165. Space is limited! www.tai.edu. 410-888-9048 x6611.
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Intro to Sound Healing. Learn how sound and vibration heal, how to do it, and experience the joy of vibrational healing. RestonReikiandSelfHealingArts.com, 703-472-3481.
2/12-13 Valentine’s Weekend Couple’s Workshop: Experiencing Romance and Intimacy in Your Relationship. These fantastic workshops are conducted by Nana Kwabena and Iya Mari Brown of the Nyama Healing Services. 10am-6pm on Sat.; 9am-1pm on Sun. Call: 202-678-3100, or for more information, visit www.nyamahealingservices.org.
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Nurturing Day for Clergy. A spacious prayer-filled day to nurture the spiritual life of ordained clergy and those involved in spiritual leadership and ministry. Shalem Institute, Washington, DC, www.shalem.org.
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Hypnosis and Reiki, Hypnosis-NLP DC Area Meetup. Go to http://www.meetup.com/Hypnosis-NLP-DC-Area-Meetup/. 7-9 PM You will need to join Meetup.com (it's free), then join this meetup and RSVP "yes".
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2/16-3/29 School of Prayerful Action. Engage the question "What is mine to do?" in a praying community and experience contemplative prayer forms that explore the connection between a prayerful relationship with God and action in the world. Shalem Institute, Washington, DC, www.shalem.org.
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Reel and Meal at the New Deal Café. A monthly documentary/dinner series exploring vital environmental, social justice and animal rights issues. The $13.00 (optional) vegan buffet starts at 6:30pm. Free screening begins at 7pm. Documentary TBA. The New Deal Café is located in historic Greenbelt at 113 Centerway. For more info, contact Cam MacQueen at worldisvegan@aol.com.
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Tai Sophia Graduate School Open House Focus: Health and Wellness Coaching. 6-8pm. www.tai.edu. 410-888-9048 x6647.
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Spiritual Sensing & Psychic Development Workshop. Jump-start or deepen your psychic development. 9:30am-5:30pm. Learn to see auras, practice psychometry, clairvoyance, clairaudience, clairsentience, more. With Certified Medium Konstanza Morning Star. www.silverspringoflight.com.
2/25-26 Manifesting and Abundance Theta Healing Class. Learn how to clear unhealthy beliefs and manifest abundance in your life. RestonReikiandSelfHealingArts.com, 703-472-3481.
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Advanced Spiritual Sensing & Psychic Development Workshop. Learn advanced psychic tools, work with chakras, clear psychic blockages, explore alternate courses of actions and potential outcomes psychically, more. 9:30am-5:30p.m. With Certified Medium Konstanza Morning Star. www.silverspringoflight.com.
MARCH
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Get in touch with Archangel energies - Aura-Soma® color workshop with focus on Archangelois. 10am-4pm. Cost: $120; Call 240-529-4311. www.BeingOfLight.net.
Get Serious ~ Create a clutter-free life. 9am– 1pm. Have you read books, attended workshops, and had help from others, but still feel overwhelmed with clutter or an overly packed schedule? In this interactive workshop you will work independently and in small groups to learn to transform your challenges into action. Details at www.clutterfreenow.com.
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Freedom of Being Kundalini Yoga Workshop.2-5pm, $30. Location TBA. Savitri Khalsa 301-408-1280. www.RainbowSpringsAlchemy.weebly.com.
3/10-11 Two-day life or executive coach certification program. At no additional cost you also receive: 1 year continuing education program; 2 coaching sessions from a Master Coach; and Membership in the Washington DC regional Certified Coaches Federation coaching network. Visit: www.certifiedcoachesfederation.com; 866-455-2155.
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FREE Mini-Classes and more at 10th Anniversary Open House & Health Fair, 1–4pm. Come share with us at Dream Yoga Studio & Wellness Center, 1485 Chain Bridge Rd., Suite 104, McLean, VA 22101. More info at www.DreamYogaStudio.com, or call 703-448-YOGA (9642).
Intro to Reconnective Healing. RestonReikiandSelfHealingArts.com, 703-472-3481.
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3/16-26 Ten-day residential meditation course in the tradition of Sayagyi U Ba Khin at IMC-USA. Westminster, MD. www.internationalmeditationcentre.org/usa/introduction.html.
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Marianne Williamson - Transforming Ourselves, Transforming Our World 9am-5pm UMUC, College Park, MD Lecture and Lunch, $99. www.BeTheChangeEvents.com or call Janice Rozenswog, 443-465-4392.
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Reiki Level 11. Expand your knowledge and command of Reiki; learn how to send distance Reiki, into the future and back through the past. RestonReikiandSelfHealingArts.com, 703-472-3481.
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Workshop with Yoga for Depression, with expert Amy Weintraub: I Am Bliss and So Are You - Be More Than Your Mood With Yoga, 1:30-5:30pm at Willow Street Yoga, Silver Spring. www.willowstreetyoga.com to register.
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3/30-4/1 Basic Theta Healing Certification Class. RestonReikiandSelfHealingArts.com, 703-472-3481.
ONGOING
Free monthly meetings to answer your questions about ayurveda, yoga, and a natural, healthy lifestyle. Our goal is to help you begin your path to a healthier, happier you (or maybe you're already on your way and you just need some guidance!). Either way, we would love to meet you and introduce ourselves, our work, and share our passion with you! Apurva_wellness@yahoo.com
AyurVedic & Hawaiian Massage Therapy: Progressive Study and Practice. First Saturday & Sunday each Month. $100/day, 2-6pm, in Potomac, 301-807-9436, abhiknath33@gmail.com.
DC Reiki Share all levels, every 3rd Thursday of the month, 7:30-9:30pm at the Spa Room at Van Ness and Wisconsin Ave, NW. For more info contact www.sparoommassage.com or 202-241-6095.
Meditation and Chanting to Heal Planet Earth. December 18, January 15, February 19. 4-5:30pm. $10/session IAS www.ias-online.org.
Meditation Course every Friday 6:30-9:30pm. The Holistic Wellness Center. 6504 Old Branch Ave. Temple Hills, MD 20748. Call: 301-0449-8664.
New and Full Moon Services. Open to All! Celebrated the Saturday closest to the lunar New and Full Moon each month. For information: www.4QF.org, 814-784-3080.
Online Study Programs for The Soul and Service Trilogy. Online registration is available for Born to Serve: The Evolution of the Soul Through Service. This study program explores the practice of soul-inspired service so urgently needed in this transformational time. IAS, www.iasonline.org; www.theclarionway.org.
Peter M. File, DO is now accepting patient appointments for Osteopathic Consultation in December and January; and Mary H. File, RN, MA is also accepting appointments for Awareness Counseling and Nutritional Consultations at 1225 Martha Custis Drive, Alexandria VA. Call 703-998-6760. www.drpeterfile.com.
Raja Yoga Meditation Classes, 8:30-10am, Sundays. $25/session for four sessions. 202-686-8202 to register. Washington Institute of Natural Medicine. 5101 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Suite #100, Washington, DC 20016.
Reiki and IET Shares at the Reiki Center of Greater Washington in Rockville, MD. 12/18, 1/21, 2/19, 3/17. Call 301-963-0787 or visit www.reikicenter.info for more info.
Right Use of Will: Independent Study. September 2011 – February 2012 registration. This three-month Independent Study supports you in developing and healing your will. Completion of this independent study qualifies you to enroll in the IAS’ Part Two of the Right Use of Will Training, which will be held in Spring 2012. See website for further detail. $110. IAS www.theclarionway.org.
Sleep Clinic and Restless Imbalance Syndrome sessions held every week except major holidays for individuals suffering from sleep deprivation and lack of concentration. These are nationwide serious health problems. Each session is held for two hours. You will sleep under the conditions we put you in. And you will be guided how to achieve this on your own. Sign up now. Call 540-722-2751. Above & Beyond Holistic Medicine, LLC, Winchester, Virginia. A program affordable for all.
Spiritual walks with chant, reflection, prayer in the Jewish tradition. All faiths welcome. Transitions explored through liturgy—the Standing Prayer, a Creative Weekday Amidah Workshop. Alternate fourth Sundays of the month. Yonina Andrea Foster, Ph.D. 301-353-1814. www.yoninatorahseed.com.
Tai Chi class free every Saturday, 8-9am, at University Park Church of the Brethren, located at 4413 Tuckerman St, University Park, MD. From Dancing in Silence, 301-466-5894, or visit www.dancinginsilence.com.
Watch enlightening daily and nightly discourses by Paramahamsa Nithyananda, a living enlightened master from Bidadi, India. Go to www.Nithyananda.org, link eN-TV. Free subscription.
UPCOMING
4/15-21 Hands On Raw Food Training and Detox in D.C. Learn to use raw food for cleansing and healing! TheRawFoodInstitute.com, 202-643-HEAL.
4/21-22 Two-day life or executive coach certification program. At no additional cost you also receive: 1 year continuing education program; 2 coaching sessions from a Master Coach; and Membership in the Washington DC regional Certified Coaches Federation coaching network. Visit: www.certifiedcoachesfederation.com; 866-455-2155.
4/27 -29 Beltaine. It's about Spring, it's about Family, and our Joyous Journey through the Wheel of the Year. www.4QF.org, 814-784-3080.
5/26-28 Memorial Day Weekend Reiki & Raja Yoga Retreat conducted by Grandmaster Shailesh and the high initiates of the Divine Heart Center. Register at www.divineheartcenter.com or email services@divineheartcenter.com.
6/24-30 Hands On Raw Food Training and Detox in D.C. Learn to use raw food for cleansing and healing! TheRawFoodInstitute.com, 202- 643 – HEAL.
Learn Feng Shui and Asian Astrology to add to your client offerings. The "Energetic Fingerprints" revealed give insight, depth-ful support. Classes forming in Baltimore and Silver Spring; call Hope Karan Gerecht, 410-486-6086, lifeworks@earthlink.net.
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