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UPCOMING EVENTS
 

If you prefer to not register online, you can visit the bookshop or call 503-224-4929 and register over the phone with a credit/debit card. 

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Free Zoom Event! Experience the Divine Light Transmission with Jagadeesh Paramahangsa

Every Tuesday from 6-7PM Pacific Time on Zoom
Every Saturday from 9-10AM Pacific Time on Zoom
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Divine Light Transmissions offers FREE sacred healing and emotional cleansing, empowering individuals and communities despite the worldwide hypocrisy and confusion.​
 
Come for yourself. Stay for the world. Leave with more light than you came with.
 
These gatherings are rooted in the belief that personal healing and global harmony are deeply connected.
When we tend to the heart, clear our minds, soften our judgments, and reconnect with something greater, we create space for something beautiful to unfold.
 
Part divine meditation, part global prayer, part sacred intention, this hour-long online Transmission experience brings together individuals across nations, faiths, and time zones.  Not to preach. But to heal. To realign with what is good and beneficial for all.  To remember what it means to be human and virtuous.
 
Each gathering includes:

  • A short guided meditation to help you center and breathe

  • A shared prayer drawn from universal truths across many traditions

  • A sacred energy transmission that meets you exactly where you are and lifts you gently higher

 
No dogma. No pressure. Just presence.
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For over 56 years, Jagadeesh Paramahangsa has helped thousands of seekers experience direct divine connection through a unique gift: the ability to transmit Divine Light directly to your soul. No theory. No complex practices. Just pure, transformative, sacred spiritual energy.  To learn more about Jagadeesh, visit divine-love-bliss.com

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In Person Event! Permission to Pause: A Soundbath Session

Moira Ryan, Friday, January 16, 5:30-6:30PM, Sliding Scale $15-$25

Join Rumore Forte Soundbaths for a deeply relaxing summer soundbath experience designed to quiet the mind and release physical tension. Drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, this session will transport you to peaceful forest clearings and serene mountain lakes through the healing power of sound.

Moira, trained at LA’s acclaimed Soundbath Center, creates a sanctuary of sound using a handcrafted 36” German gong, crystal singing bowls, Koshi chimes, and a coast drum. Simply lie back comfortably as waves of therapeutic sound wash over you, guiding you into a restorative state between wakefulness and sleep.

Participants often experience a quieter mind, deep physical relaxation, enhanced clarity, and improved sleep following the session. No prior experience necessary — just come as you are and let the sounds of summer guide you to a place of natural calm and restoration.

Perfect for anyone seeking stress relief, creative inspiration, or simply a peaceful hour away from daily demands. All equipment is provided; just bring yourself, comfy clothes, and an open mind.

Rumore Forte Soundbaths is Moira Ryan, LPC, a certified sound healing practitioner trained at LA's acclaimed Soundbath Center. Combining vibrational medicine with trauma-informed care, Moira creates transformative sonic experiences that facilitate release and renewal. Her intuitive approach guides participants to profound states of relaxation and awareness.

https://moiraryan.com/soundbath

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In Person Event! The Restorative Nature of Winter

Rose Allen, Saturday, January 17, 11:30–1:00 PM, $25

In this new year, let us prioritize our health and well-being. The post-holiday season allows us to more fully embrace quiet, darkness, and the benefits of restoration. During this time of deep Yin, our focus will be on strengthening the Water Element and the Kidneys, which suffer most from the stresses of our lives. We will support them through simple moving Qigong (chee kung) forms, as we invite the internal energy to flow more smoothly and powerfully to avoid illness and build vitality. The Yin is the quality of our potential held in reserve. It provides balance to the Yang for creating strength and longevity, creating power from the inside out. The body unlearns inefficient tension of years and discovers a more natural, easy strength. This powerful self-care practice serves to ground ourselves and offers steadiness in an unstable world. Due to its gentle nature, Qigong is ideal for recovery from injury or illness. All levels welcome; chairs provided.

With over 20 years of study and practice, Rose is a Certified Instructor of Qigong. Generous with her time and knowledge, Rose has been providing students with clear instructions of this energy cultivation practice for over a dozen years. A grounded presence and vitality come across in her easy teaching manner. She offers a vast repertoire based on her study with various masters, along with her own fascination with this healing art. Inspired by what Qigong has done for her own health and well-being, Rose's passion is to share it with others. Feel free to contact her with any questions or concerns at rose@buildingqi.com

More information at: www.BuildingQi.com

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In Person Event! Metaphysical Wellness Fair

Saturday, February 14, 1-5PM, Free to Attend!
 
This Metaphysical Fair is an event to empower, inspire, uplift and create community with each other. It occurs once a month on the second Saturday of the month. Each time several healing practitioners will be present and offer their services for a small fee. The opening circle allows for a brief meditation and introductions, the closing circle for a moment of gratitude and appreciation. Time in-between is unstructured and great for connections and individual readings. Most people come by word of mouth, but new people are always welcome! If you are interested in being a practitioner or vendor please contact Gabi Schoening at gabi@doortothelight.com. 
 
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In Person Workshop! Basic Tarot 101 with Santosh

Santosh LaMarche, Saturday, January 17, 2:30-4:30PM, $25

Dive into the world of the tarot with this experiential workshop perfect for all levels of enthusiasts. Explore the Major and Minor Arcanas, understand the significance of suits and court cards, and demystify the tarot deck in a straightforward manner. After we go through the cards, we will have an opportunity to do mini-readings for each other to help us put some of our knowledge into practice. Join us for this down-to-earth exploration of these timeless cards.

Santosh LaMarche has been reading the Tarot for years at East West Bookshop in Mountain View, CA and locally at New Renaissance. He also teaches classes to groups and individuals on the Tarot, meditation and stress reduction.

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Postponed! Inner Child, Inner Compass: Mapping Your 2026

Releasing old patterns so you can step into a clear and aligned new year.

Event Postponed! Stay tuned for new date!

If you are craving clarity, emotional honesty, and a stronger sense of direction for the year ahead, this workshop offers a grounded space to reconnect with yourself. You will explore the Inner Child and the Inner Compass, two internal guides that reveal what has been asking for your attention and what is ready to grow in 2026.
The experience includes grounding practices, a gentle guided visualization, reflective journaling, and a restorative sound bath with crystal singing bowls. During the sound healing, Cameron Will offer group Reiki to support relaxation, emotional release, and a deeper connection to your inner wisdom.  You will leave with clarity, direction, and an affirmation to carry into the new year. This workshop is open to anyone seeking awareness and alignment as they step into 2026.

Please bring a water bottle, yoga mat, and journal.  We have yoga mats available to use if you don't own one or forget.

Cameron Heath is a Spiritual Life Coach, Reiki practitioner, and trained breathwork facilitator. A recent best selling author, she is dedicated to empowering women and girls through inner child healing, attachment style work, and the rebuilding of self love.  She is looking forward to facilitating retreat weekends in the near future.

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In Store Event! Fairy Hair with Jess

Sunday, January 18, 1-4PM
 
Join us for a magical experience with Jess as she brings a touch of sparkle to your hair! Jess will be at the bookshop's metaphysical fair to weave her enchanting fairy hair sparkle strands into your locks. These delicate strands are tied to individual hair strands, creating a beautiful, sparkling effect that lasts for weeks.
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No Appointment needed, just pop in!

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In Person Event! All You Need To Know about Reiki for People and Animals

Kelly Lynn Glab, Friday, January 23, 5-6:30PM, $25

Reiki is a Japanese healing system in which Universal life force energy is directed and offered to the recipient, through the practitioner’s hands, in order to heal, clear, replenish, balance, center, and ground one’s energy system and align one’s chakras.

Explore Reiki and its applications for both humans and animals with Reiki Master Teacher Kelly Lynn Glab. Discover how Reiki can bring healing energy to one’s energetic being on the physical, mental, emotional, and Spiritual levels, removing energetic blocks, and healing imbalances at their core and can even transcend the dimensions of time and space.
Kelly will share the basics of in person, distance, and animal Reiki in order to lay the groundwork of a foundation whether one is seeking healing for themselves or their animals or wishing to learn to practice Reiki themselves.

Please bring photos of animals and/or humans needing Reiki healing.
 
Kelly is a Reiki Master Teacher who graduated from the only Certified Reiki Training Program in WA State, studying under Eileen Dey.

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Zoom Event! 2026 Cosmic Blueprint: Astrological Predictions and Pathways to Empowerment

Jane de Forest, Friday, January 23, 6:30-8PM, $35
or Bring a Friend (2 tickets): $60 ($30 per ticket, save $10 total)


Join us for an insightful virtual presentation on the astrological outlook for 2026 with Jane de Forest!

This transformative year features significant planetary shifts, including Neptune and Saturn entering Aries, fostering bold new beginnings and structured personal growth; Uranus advancing into Gemini, sparking innovations in communication and technology; and a fresh eclipse series along the Leo-Aquarius axis, emphasizing themes of individuality, creativity, and community.

Explore detailed predictions tailored to each zodiac sign, highlighting opportunities for empowerment, relationships, evolution, finances and warnings for specific time windows … amid these dynamic cosmic influences.

Secure your spot for this enlightening session and gain valuable guidance to navigate the year ahead with clarity and intention. 

Special Offer for Event Participants:
As a participant in the 2026 Astrological Predictions presentation, you are eligible for an exclusive discounted personal 2026 forecast reading at $195 (regular price: $220). This limited-time offer provides a savings of $25 and is available only to attendees of the event. Secure your personalized session to gain deeper, individualized insights into the year ahead. Details on booking will be provided during the presentation.

Known for her humor, integrity, and sensitivity, Jane leaves clients feeling inspired, supported, and seen. Beyond her private practice, she has volunteered extensively with children, animals, and community groups, weaving her artistry and compassion into everything she does. Jane’s pro bono & community volunteer work includes: facilitating communication for children with special needs; animal communication for a big cats (tigers & lions) sanctuary; and she is past Director of Portland IANDS. Jane has donated time teaching her children’s art, creativity & shamanic journey curriculums in schools for over a decade.

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In-Person Event! Being Authentic

Terry McGill, Saturday, January 24, 3:30-5PM, $35 

Being Authentic is not about becoming someone new — it’s about allowing what is already in us to emerge further. Lao Tzu wrote that authenticity is the natural state of internal harmony. Dr. & Master Zhi Gang Sha writes that love flows naturally when the heart and soul are aligned. Terry will guide us to form a unified state with gentle practices supported by Tao Calligraphy. Within this Field, the desire for coherence initiates a natural shift into greater authenticity.

“When you let go of who you think you’re supposed to be, you become who you are.” — Brené Brown


About Terry McGill

Terry McGill is a certified Tao Calligraphy Light Wall Practitioner. He offers consultations, channeling guidance for your life issues and home blessings. Terry will offer special Valentines Day Akashic Record readings on February 14th at the New Renaissance bookstore.
You can call now to reserve your appointment: 503-224-4929.

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In Person Event! Temples of Sound: Interactive Sound Immersion

Presented by Sydän Aguacielos and Guest Player from Temples of Sound

Sunday, January 25, 11:30-12:45PM, Tickets Sliding Scale: $20-$35
 
Join Sydan Aguacielos and a guest player from Temples of Sound, a welcoming community devoted to connecting inwardly and harmonizing outwardly to make lasting positive change in the world. Discover the temple that is both your body and the shared space we enter together. Within this living temple of vibration, 14 crystal singing bowls, 2 shruti boxes, 2 shamanic drums, and voice weave resonant fields where the drone is the tone—an ever-present foundation for deep rest, inner attunement, and awakening presence. You are invited to listen deeply, rest fully, and if you feel called, join in toning, oming, or gentle vocal exploration. Naps are encouraged.
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Bring a drone instrument of your own such as a shruti box, tambura, didgeridoo, harmonium, flute, or even a simple humming voice to add to the field if you wish. Vocal participation is always an invitation, never an expectation; the space is equally held for quiet receiving. Unlike a traditional sound bath, this is an interactive journey into meditation, harmony, silence, and the power of collective resonance.
Perfect for curious souls seeking connection, clarity, and a moment of sonic transformation.
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Tone on. Tune in. Sound is medicine.
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Mantra
We fully receive and reciprocate
the abundance required
to match the energy,
to be free and whole—
in our safety,
our sexuality,
our emotions,
our centeredness,
our intuition,
our spirits,
our desires,
and our community.
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In Person Event! Conscious Living, Conscious Dying

Nancy Linnon, Saturday, January 25, 3:30-5PM, Sliding Scale $10-$20

When we embrace the shared elements of living—loss, grief, and death—we become more present to the beauty and exquisiteness of our lives. Far from being “morbid” or “depressing,” the stories we discover bring us closer to ourselves and each other.

Brief writing exercises will invite us to go inward first, reflect on our relationship with death and dying, and then share with others if we choose.

This circle is for anyone who…

…has experienced loss

…wants to age with grace and courage

…is any age and wants to feel more solid with Self and others

…wants to strengthen their capacity to be present with others’ dying

…is curious about the mysterious and the unknown

…is interested in the growing cultural conversation about death and dying.

No prior writing experience is required—only curiosity about how increased consciousness around death and dying can help us live more consciously.

Nancy Linnon has been teaching writing and facilitating groups for almost thirty years. She holds a master’s from Brown University and an MFA from Antioch. She is a certified end-of-life doula—a person who provides emotional, spiritual, and practical support to individuals and their loved ones during the dying process.

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In Person Event!  Melodic Waves: A Sound & Massage Journey

Emily and Charlie, Friday, January 30, 5:30-7PM
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Sound Bath + 10 Minute Chair Massage: Sliding Scale $35-$45
Sound Bath Only: Sliding Scale $20 - $35
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Surrender to a deeply soothing experience where sound and touch blend in perfect harmony. Join Emily and Charlie for an evening designed to quiet the mind, release tension, and renew the body.
Experience intentional soundscapes using crystal singing bowls and other acoustic instruments in C major, concert tuning. C major is pure, spiritual, free of burden, full of imagination; the key of innocence. The vibrations and the melodies woven throughout are designed to guide listeners on an inner journey. One that restores inner peace, engages the imagination, and invites relaxation, calm, and deep rest that feels like a waking dream. (You may even nap!)
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While participants unwind, Emily offers a limited number of mini-massage upgrades, adding the grounding comfort of expert therapeutic touch to the experience. The evening concludes with a peaceful 15-minute closing where guests may enjoy tea or water, share reflections, or continue resting quietly in the space.
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Charlie Sebastian Short is a certified quantum sound healing practitioner, composer, and professional musician with decades of experience exploring how melody, vibration, and intention create inner harmony. charliesoundpractice.com
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Emily Ford-Lemos, LMT specializes in deep tissue and neuromuscular therapy, offering intuitive, restorative touch that supports relaxation, balance, and overall well-being.  kinectmassage.com

Please note, all participants receiving a massage will need to sign a waiver upon arrival.  
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In Person Workshop! Reclaim Your Wholeness

Madrone Kalil, Sunday, February 1, 1:30-6:30PM, Tickets Sliding Scale: $75–$95

Step into the New Year with purpose and intention. Join certified Warrior Goddess facilitator Madrone Kalil for an inspirational, experiential workshop focused on living from your essence rather than fear.

Reclaim Your Wholeness is an interactive experience designed to reconnect you with your integrity, vitality, and inner wisdom, helping you step more fully into the life you are creating.

In this workshop, you will gain a tangible pathway to recommit to yourself and your purpose, release judgment and scarcity-based thinking, and reconnect with your joyful, creative essence.

Join a circle of Warrior Goddesses for a powerful workshop dedicated to reclaiming wholeness and igniting your inner fire.

This workshop is for women-identified folks.

Madrone Kalil, Ph.D. is a published author, end-of-life doula, grief coach, and founder of Taproot Journeys and Bridge of Fire Consulting. She has contributed chapters to The Life-Changing Power of Self-Love and Communicating in the Anthropocene and facilitates workshops and ceremonies supporting transformation and life transitions.

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In Person Event! Permission to Pause: A Soundbath Session

Moira Ryan, Friday, February 6, 5:30-6:30PM, Sliding Scale $15-$25

Join Rumore Forte Soundbaths for a deeply relaxing summer soundbath experience designed to quiet the mind and release physical tension. Drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, this session will transport you to peaceful forest clearings and serene mountain lakes through the healing power of sound.

Moira, trained at LA’s acclaimed Soundbath Center, creates a sanctuary of sound using a handcrafted 36” German gong, crystal singing bowls, Koshi chimes, and a coast drum. Simply lie back comfortably as waves of therapeutic sound wash over you, guiding you into a restorative state between wakefulness and sleep.

Participants often experience a quieter mind, deep physical relaxation, enhanced clarity, and improved sleep following the session. No prior experience necessary — just come as you are and let the sounds of summer guide you to a place of natural calm and restoration.

Perfect for anyone seeking stress relief, creative inspiration, or simply a peaceful hour away from daily demands. All equipment is provided; just bring yourself, comfy clothes, and an open mind.

Rumore Forte Soundbaths is Moira Ryan, LPC, a certified sound healing practitioner trained at LA's acclaimed Soundbath Center. Combining vibrational medicine with trauma-informed care, Moira creates transformative sonic experiences that facilitate release and renewal. Her intuitive approach guides participants to profound states of relaxation and awareness.

https://moiraryan.com/soundbath

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Reiki Chakra Meditation & Affirmations Class

Kelly Lynn Glab, Friday, February 20, 5-6:30PM, $25

Join Reiki master Kelly Lynn for a class about the Chakras, the energy centers that illuminate the many levels of our being. Learn about the characteristics of each Chakra, including associated physical organs, and emotional, mental, and spiritual components. Explore techniques to keep each Chakra in balance, such as music, aromatherapy, crystals, and colors. Kelly will lead the group in Reiki Chakra meditations to attune and energize these vital energy centers. All are welcome, and no prior knowledge or experience of Reiki or the Chakras is needed to participate. 

Kelly Lynn Glab is a Reiki Master who graduated from the only Certified Reiki Training Program in WA State, studying under Eileen Dey.

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In Person Event! Your Soul's Personality Test: Soul Age & Archetype Workshop

Jillian Harrington, Saturday, February 21, 2:30-5PM, Sliding Scale: $25-$45

 

Are you curious about who you are at a soul level—and why certain patterns keep showing up in your life? In this interactive 2.5-hour workshop, you’ll explore two powerful lenses for understanding yourself: your soul age (from infant soul to old soul) and your soul archetype (such as Nurturer, Artist, Leader, Sage, Guide, and others). Through guided exercises, self-assessments, and conversation, you’ll actively uncover your unique soul “personality” and how it influences your relationships, work, challenges, and growth. This is not a lecture—you’ll be discovering your blueprint from the inside out. You'll leave with a clearer sense of your soul's story, why you are the way you are, and how your soul age and archetype influence your life today—plus a workbook to deepen your understanding long after the workshop ends.

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Jillian Harrington is a spiritual educator and energy practitioner with over 30 years exploring reincarnation and soul development. She blends her background in HR strategy, psychology, and life coaching with intuitive insight to create practical, grounded frameworks for navigating karmic patterns, life lessons, and personal growth.  

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In Person Event! Permission to Pause: A Soundbath Session

Moira Ryan, Friday, March 6, 5:30-6:30PM, Sliding Scale $15-$25

Join Rumore Forte Soundbaths for a deeply relaxing summer soundbath experience designed to quiet the mind and release physical tension. Drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, this session will transport you to peaceful forest clearings and serene mountain lakes through the healing power of sound.

Moira, trained at LA’s acclaimed Soundbath Center, creates a sanctuary of sound using a handcrafted 36” German gong, crystal singing bowls, Koshi chimes, and a coast drum. Simply lie back comfortably as waves of therapeutic sound wash over you, guiding you into a restorative state between wakefulness and sleep.

Participants often experience a quieter mind, deep physical relaxation, enhanced clarity, and improved sleep following the session. No prior experience necessary — just come as you are and let the sounds of summer guide you to a place of natural calm and restoration.

Perfect for anyone seeking stress relief, creative inspiration, or simply a peaceful hour away from daily demands. All equipment is provided; just bring yourself, comfy clothes, and an open mind.

Rumore Forte Soundbaths is Moira Ryan, LPC, a certified sound healing practitioner trained at LA's acclaimed Soundbath Center. Combining vibrational medicine with trauma-informed care, Moira creates transformative sonic experiences that facilitate release and renewal. Her intuitive approach guides participants to profound states of relaxation and awareness.

https://moiraryan.com/soundbath

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In Person Event! Reiki Medicine Wheel and Abundance Meditation

Kelly Lynn Glab, Friday, March 27, 5-6:30pm, $25

Explore the creation of Love and Abundance in our lives with a Reiki Medicine Wheel Circle and Abundance Meditation. We will remove all blocks to love’s presence thus revealing our natural inheritance as Spirit and our true state of peace, wholeness, and perfection. All are welcome! 

Kelly Lynn Glab is a Reiki Master who graduated from the only Certified Reiki Training Program in WA State, studying under Eileen Dey.

 

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CONTACT & HOURS

(503)224-4929

1338 NW 23rd AVE

PORTLAND OR 97210

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