Dae Wood, Wednesday, July 9, 5:30-7pm, Tickets Sliding Scale: $20-30

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While the Sun, Moon, and Ascendant represent three facets of our human personality, there are other components of astrology that reveal the spiritual side to our journey through life. In Dae’s work with Evolutionary Astrology, essential focus points of any astrological chart are the North and South Nodes of the Moon. Join Dae to explore how the South Node reveals our soul’s past life patterns and the North Node indicates our soul’s present and future direction into greater alignment, balance, and peace. We will look at both what the Nodes mean for the evolutionary journey in the natal chart and how we can relate to their transits in a given moment in time. We’ll end with a meditation on how we can harmoniously attune to the Nodes’ current transit of the Pisces-Virgo axis (as ruling Neptune spends 2025 with Saturn in Aries).

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Dae Wood (they/them) has practiced Evolutionary Astrology for 14 years. Their sessions incorporate this soul-centered modality of astrology with guidance from the Lenormand and Tarot and the healing support of intuitive, Reiki-based energy work. Presently living in the Boulder area of Colorado, Dae offers their work internationally with remote sessions and classes. For six years, New Renaissance was Dae’s professional and spiritual home, where they held a weekly astrology column in the New Ren newsletter. Dae-Wood.com

Thursday, July 10th, 6:00–7:30 PM, $37.50

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With some, awakening is triggered by a life challenge – like emotional pain, illness, or financial stress. For others, it unfolds quietly over time. What once mattered may no longer feel important. For some, this shift brings confusion – even fear – as values, goals, and beliefs begin to change.

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“Awakening is a shift in consciousness....” – Eckhart Tolle

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It can feel disorienting, but it’s a sign that a deeper part of you is waking up, seeking a life that’s more true, meaningful, and connected.

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This event will introduce you to Tao Calligraphy, an experience that can calm subconscious emotions while enabling greater connection to your higher self, or soul. It’s a powerful tool created by world-renowned healer and NY Times Best-Selling Author Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha.

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Blending Spiritual and Scientific Approaches
Psychology and hypnosis acknowledge the enormous influence of the subconscious mind while recognizing the limitations in accessing its deeper layers.

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Subconscious Reprogramming
Studies in modern psychology suggest that 90% of our thoughts, behaviors, and decisions are driven by subconscious beliefs and mindsets, or blocked by negative emotions.

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The Power of Infused Art for Personal Growth
Clinical studies by doctors with hundreds of participants have shown that Tao Calligraphy can be a powerful tool for transformation.

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Terry will lead participants to discover their own way of merging with the Tao Calligraphy Field, offering an individualized experience that resonates with your unique being.

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Amplifying Results
With the nine different Tao Calligraphies in the book you’ll receive, you’ll have multiple options to deepen connection to Source after this event.

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About Terry McGill
Terry McGill has led events at New Renaissance since 2009. He is certified and empowered to activate the higher-dimension Tao Calligraphy eField.

Sydän Aguacielos and Anastasia Darkwater

Friday, July 11, 6:30-7:45PM, Tickets Sliding Scale: $20-$35

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Join Sydan Aguacielos and Anastasia Darkwater of Sound & Shadow Collective for a Reiki-infused, heart chakra-focused Immersive Sound Ritual.

Our sound rituals are a unique and interactive experience. We open with shamanic drumming and breathwork, before exploring our voices in collective OM’ing and vocal toning with a drone instrument called a shrutibox, we'll then ease you into an introspective crystal bowl meditation with the option for 1 on 1 energy healing. In closing, we guide you back with the shrutibox and om’ing, and finish with light somatic movement to balance and re-energize the body.

Gift yourself this hour to open your heart and absorb the healing frequencies.

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Singing and humming is optional but encouraged. You don't have to be a great or even good singer to participate.This is not a performance. The voice heals the body by stimulating the vagus nerve, inducing relaxation and calm. Allowing yourself the freedom to hum or sing along increases your internal vibration and makes you an active participant in your healing journey.

Please bring your own nest and dress for warmth and comfort. Feel free to bring anything that may enhance this relaxation and connection experience like stuffies, crystals, cards, journals, etc.

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Sound & Shadow Collective share the belief and understanding that deeply connecting to ourselves and each other from the heart promotes healing that reverberates throughout our communities, creating a better life experience for all. It starts with knowing and loving ourselves through heart-brain coherence. We offer private sessions on a sliding scale.

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Sound & Shadow Collective

https://linktr.ee/soundandshadowcollective

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Heart Brain Coherence

https://alleviant.com/what-is-brain-heart-coherence/

Saturday, July 12, 1-4PM, 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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​Mark Mezadourian, Sunday, July 13, 11:30am-12:30pm, Sliding Scale from $10 to $50

Let's be the ones to turn the tide by prioritizing peace now.

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You are invited to gather in a held space where the focus is empowered unity - power with rather than power over. Our individual well being matters enormously, as our own healing and clarity allows us  to better serve the collective good. Our noble aspiration to align fully with peace requires room. We will create spaciousness through simple and repeatable techniques, and engaging the unconditionally loving support of angels and guides. 

Come gather with like-minded souls as we take action for the highest good for all.

Mark Mezadourian is an intuitive specializing in connecting with angels and guides. Accessing spirituality with heart-centered practicality is the goal of his work. You are invited to visit his YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkMezadourian) to access free recordings for empaths, healing, relaxation and building a relationship with the angels. You can also find recordings of angel experiences on Insight Timer (http://insig.ht/markmezadourian). For information on all events and intuitive readings, please visit www.markmezadourian.com.

Alicia Cielle Heiser, Sunday, July 13, 3:30-5PM, Sliding Scale $20-$30

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Join herbal astrologer Alicia Cielle Heiser to learn about the 8 phases of the Moon and how to work with them in your daily life. Discover what Moon phase you were born under and what that says about your personality, emotional needs and life direction. Understand how to track the phases of the Moon throughout the month and learn when to work on manifesting your goals vs. releasing that which doesn't serve you. And get herbal self-care suggestions to work with the shifting Moon phases to bring more vitality and harmony into your daily life.

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This workshop is good for all astrology levels, from absolute beginners to more advanced practitioners. There will be journal prompts and opportunities for reflection so you can get the most out of the workshop and develop a deeper connection with the celestial sky. Honor the ebbs and flows of energy we all experience throughout the month and in our personal lives by connecting with the power of the Moon and coming back to your cyclical nature.

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DISCLAIMER: My offerings are educational in nature and do not replace the advice of a licensed health care provider. None of my statements have been evaluated by the FDA and I do not diagnose, treat or prescribe. Herbs can sometimes cause adverse reactions and I encourage all students to stop taking herbs immediately if any discomfort arises. I also encourage all students who are pregnant, nursing, have medical conditions or are on medications to discuss any herbs with a licensed medical provider.

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Alicia Cielle Heiser is an herbal astrologer who works with ancient Hellenistic astrology, mythology and herbalism. She offers astrology consultations, teaches workshops and hosts a podcast called Conversations with the Planets to help make astrological and herbal knowledge simple and accessible to apply in our everyday lives.

Dae Wood, Wednesday, July 16, 5:30-7:30pm, Tickets Sliding Scale: $25-35

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The planetary shifts of 2025 represent a major transition in the collective mood and focus. Numerous planets have entered new signs: Jupiter into nurturing Cancer, Saturn and Neptune into self-directed Aries, Pluto into revolutionary Aquarius, the North Node into trusting Pisces, and only days before this event, Uranus into curious Gemini. While there is immense potential for positive change with these changing energies, we may also feel weighed down by the more somber tone of Saturn’s meeting with Neptune. This event will be an experiential exploration of how these planetary transits are taking shape within us. Dae will inform and guide the group in meditations on how we can relate to and invite the highest expressions of these planetary energies into our lives and for the planet.

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Dae Wood (they/them) has practiced Evolutionary Astrology for 14 years. Their sessions incorporate this soul-centered modality of astrology with guidance from the Lenormand and Tarot and the healing support of intuitive, Reiki-based energy work. Presently living in the Boulder area of Colorado, Dae offers their work internationally with remote sessions and classes. For six years, New Renaissance was Dae’s professional and spiritual home, where they held a weekly astrology column in the New Ren newsletter. Dae-Wood.com

Terry McGill and Micaela Lopez, Saturday, July 19,  11:30-3:30PM, $65

Have you had times when you felt the presence of a higher consciousness? Perhaps even sensed that a saint, Ascended Master, or Archangel was communicating with you? What if you could connect with them—ask for guidance or support? Do you want that?

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At this workshop, you’ll learn more than the techniques. You’ll receive spiritual transmissions to build the spiritual energy necessary to open the Direct Soul Communication channel. You’ll be guided in this by two experienced teachers who are trained and certified by the Tao Academy.

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You will learn about and experience:

● The power and significance of four major spiritual channels: Soul Language, Direct Soul Communication, Third Eye, and Direct Knowing
● How to open and develop your Soul Language Channel—the powerhouse of all the spiritual channels—and then open your Direct Soul Communication channel
● You’ll be immersed in the unique Tao Calligraphy Healing Field
● Included with registration: the Soul Communication book by the world-renowned healer and NY Times best-selling author, Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha

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Receive the training and support you need to connect with holy beings and receive Divine guidance for your life.

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Included with your registration are two Divine-level spiritual downloads. These powerful Light transmissions help clear negative patterns and subconscious blocks. This is your chance to move into a realm of higher awareness that most never experience — don’t miss it!

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Terry McGill and Micaela Lopez have been certified by the Tao Academy to teach these workshops, as well as other certifications. Terry has held workshops at New Renaissance since 2009. Micaela guides spiritual seekers and offers Doula services in the Eugene–Springfield area.

​Moira Ryan, Saturday, July 19, 5:30-6:30PM, $15

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

Sunday, July 20, 11:30-1PM, Free!
 

Join Elias Patras for an experience of heartfelt connection.  If you’ve been sensing the presence of a loved one, longing for a sign, or simply feel called to sit in sacred space, this gathering is for you.  Elias will begin by sharing how he receives messages. Then, together, the group will open the energy with intention and invite in messages from Spirit, loved ones, angels, and the Universe.  You may hear something your soul has been waiting for. You may feel a release, a sense of peace, or a moment of deep knowing.  There will be messages. There may be tears, laughter, and most importantly, soul connection.  Come with an open heart. Stay present. And trust that whatever shows up, shows up for a reason.  Love is the thread that carries these messages through. It’s what connects us to each other, to Spirit, and to everything beyond what we can see.

Note: While individual messages are not guaranteed, the energy and insights shared often speak to many in the room. Everyone will receive something meant just for them.

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Elias Patras is a best selling Author, an Intuitive Empowerment Coach, Motivational Speaker, Psychic Medium and facilitator for the EmPower You Retreat Series. As the winner of the 2019 Celebrate Your Life Events Speaker’s Program, Elias had the honor of sharing the stage with Denise Linn, Sunny Dawn Johnston, Lisa Willams, Anita Moorjani, Dr. Joe Dispenza, Dr. Bruce Lipton and Matt Kahn at The Celebrate Your Life Sedona retreat, November of 2019.

​Sunday, July 20 from 1-4PM

Join us for a magical experience with Jess as she brings a touch of sparkle to your hair! Every 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month, Jess will be at the bookshop 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!

​Kamelia Jaber, Friday, July 25, 6:30-8:30PM, $50

Join transformational coach Kamelia Jaber for a powerful and empowering workshop designed to help you unlock the magnetic flow of abundance by understanding the true nature of reality.

Through deep teachings, energetic tools, and practices, you’ll learn how to shift your frequency, align with prosperity, and step into your next level of receiving.

Whether you’re calling in more clients, consistent income, or a true financial upgrade, this class will help you open the energetic channels for wealth and flow.

You’ll leave feeling expanded, clear, and magnetic… ready to receive the abundance that’s already yours.

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Kamelia Jaber is a transformational coach, feminine embodiment guide, and creator of Manifest Like a Goddess. She helps women awaken their magnetism, rewire limiting patterns, and attract love, abundance, and soul-aligned success through sacred embodiment, intuitive energy work, and astrology-infused coaching.

Patt Sendejas, CID, Saturday, July 26, 11:30-2:30PM, $44

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In this uplifting class, receive a personalized energy profile and discover how to align your mindset, health, and surroundings for more joy, flow, abundance, and lasting transformation.

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Join author and Compass Feng Shui authority Patt Sendejas for a heart-opening 3-hour workshop. Inspired by her books Letting Go to Create a Magical Life and Feng Shui for Career Women, Patt shares how your thoughts shape your reality—and how empowerment begins within.

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Learn simple mindset tools to manifest abundance, how light supports your body to heal, and how your home’s orientation may influence your success.

Each participant will leave knowing their best sleep direction to attract new love and gain insight into that one puzzling relationship. You’ll also explore ideal furniture placement to deepen connection, sleep more soundly, and discover landscape tips that support wealth and well-being.

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Perfect for heart-centered spiritual seekers ready to create positive change from the inside out.

Patt Sendejas, CID, Compass Feng Shui Leading Authority and author of Feng Shui for Career Women and Letting Go to Create a Magical Life, helps people align their space, body, and mindset for success. She is a Certified Infinite Possibilities Trainer, featured in national media and invited to speak at major events.

Wednesday, July 30, 5:30-7:30PM, $45

Drop into deep rest and expanded awareness through this unique blend of guided Yoga Nidra meditation and immersive sound healing.

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The experience begins with Yoga Nidra—known as “yogic sleep”—a practice that guides you into a deeply relaxed, parasympathetic state while maintaining gentle awareness. As your body softens and your mind drifts into theta brainwaves, you’ll be supported by the healing vibrations of gongs, crystal singing bowls, and other sound instruments.

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This journey is designed to calm the nervous system, support emotional release, and restore a sense of wholeness. The combination of stillness and sound invites your body and mind into a state of coherence—where healing, clarity, and creative insight naturally arise.

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Benefits of this experience may include:

• Deep physical, mental, and emotional relaxatio

• Release of tension, stress, or stuck energy

• Nervous system regulation and inner cal

• Enhanced access to intuition and creative insigh

• Greater connection to self and a sense of inner clarity

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Wear comfortable clothes and bring whatever you need to be relaxed for the sound journey - yoga mat, blanket, pillow, water, eye mask, etc.  No prior experience is needed—simply come as you are, lay back, and receive.  

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Juli Greenwald has been practicing yoga and meditation since 2014. As a Level 2 iRest Yoga Nidra certified teacher, somatic practitioner, and psychedelic facilitator, she creates safe, transformative spaces, guiding individuals through deep relaxation and embodied awareness with grace and ease.

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Jenny Henning is passionate about creating immersive sound experiences that facilitate profound physical, mental, and emotional shifts. Trained by esteemed gong masters, her soundscapes guide self-exploration and deep relaxation. With expertise in sound therapy and trauma-sensitive practices, her sessions foster a sense of peace and calm, with the aim to create a ripple effect of positive change through transformative gong meditations.  

Choose:
Session 1: Thursday, July 31, 5-6:30PM, $30
Session 2: Thursday, July 31, 7-8:30PM, $30
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Join us on a transformative journey of healing and deep relaxation, as we bathe every cell of the body in therapeutic sound and vibration. The Gong acoustically elevates us, creating a deep spontaneous meditative state that restores harmony and vitality to the mind, body and soul, leaving you feeling tuned, refreshed and at the height of physical and emotional wellbeing.
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The 90-minute event includes a brief discussion on the healing attributes of Planet Gongs, a 62- minute Gong Meditation, followed by sweets and community.

The Gong Meditation is best experienced lying down on your back or a similar comfortable position. Wear comfortable clothes and bring whatever you need to be relaxed for the meditation - yoga mat, blanket, pillow, water, eye mask, etc.
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Benefits of Gong Meditation:

Promotes relaxation and stress relief
Restores vibrational balance and mind-body harmony
Stimulates immune system and glandular functioning
Encourages the movement of life force energy
Supports deep spontaneous meditation
Improves creativity and will-power
Advances spiritual exploration and self-realization 

Wayne is a life-long musician who has studied the gong extensively under Gong Master Mehtab Benton. His authentic style of playing, infused with passion and intention, promotes deep relaxation and transformation. Wayne is the Founder-Director of Beneficial Sound, a 501(c)3 public charity committed to bringing wellness to the mind, body and soul through sound and vibration. He has a degree in Psychology, is a Certified Gong Practitioner and Yoga Instructor and is a member of the American Sound Healers Association.

Misty Mansolilli, Sunday, August 3, 3:30-5:30PM, $60 (Includes All Materials)

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This gentle, heart-centered workshop weaves together mindfulness, meditation, and the grounding art of floral arranging. As a certified mindfulness practitioner, floral artist, and meditation guide, I will lead attendees through a brief meditation, followed by a creative floral experience using locally sourced, seasonal botanicals. No prior experience is needed—just an open heart and a love of beauty. Participants will leave with a personalized arrangement and a renewed sense of connection to nature, self, and community.

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Misty Mansolilli is a meditation guide, floral artist, and certified mindfulness practitioner. She is the founder of Forest Buddha Flowers & Botanics. Misty brings experience from her many years of living overseas in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, where she deepened her appreciation for global spiritual traditions. She has a deep love for connecting people to their innate creativity, inner calm, and sense of belonging. A native Oregonian and HR leader at a local nonprofit hospital, she’s passionate about cultivating peace and community.

Misty Mansolilli, Sunday, August 24, 3:30-5:30PM, $60 (Includes All Materials)

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Create your own living sanctuary while exploring inner stillness. This meditative terrarium-building experience blends mindfulness with creative expression, inviting you to design a personal glass garden that reflects both the outer and inner terrain.

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We’ll begin with a brief centering meditation, then move into a hands-on practice of building terrariums using stones, moss, soil, and living plants. Each element becomes a symbol—a grounding ritual of intention and calm.

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This is a beautiful opportunity to create something meaningful and lasting, while reconnecting with nature and your own inner peace. All materials are included, and you’ll take home your completed terrarium.

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Misty Mansolilli is a meditation guide, floral artist, and certified mindfulness practitioner. She is the founder of Forest Buddha Flowers & Botanics. Misty brings experience from her many years of living overseas in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, where she deepened her appreciation for global spiritual traditions. She has a deep love for connecting people to their innate creativity, inner calm, and sense of belonging. A native Oregonian and HR leader at a local nonprofit hospital, she’s passionate about cultivating peace and community.

Friday, August 29, 5:30-7:30PM, $45

Drop into deep rest and expanded awareness through this unique blend of guided Yoga Nidra meditation and immersive sound healing.

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The experience begins with Yoga Nidra—known as “yogic sleep”—a practice that guides you into a deeply relaxed, parasympathetic state while maintaining gentle awareness. As your body softens and your mind drifts into theta brainwaves, you’ll be supported by the healing vibrations of gongs, crystal singing bowls, and other sound instruments.

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This journey is designed to calm the nervous system, support emotional release, and restore a sense of wholeness. The combination of stillness and sound invites your body and mind into a state of coherence—where healing, clarity, and creative insight naturally arise.

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Benefits of this experience may include:

• Deep physical, mental, and emotional relaxatio

• Release of tension, stress, or stuck energy

• Nervous system regulation and inner cal

• Enhanced access to intuition and creative insigh

• Greater connection to self and a sense of inner clarity

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Wear comfortable clothes and bring whatever you need to be relaxed for the sound journey - yoga mat, blanket, pillow, water, eye mask, etc.  No prior experience is needed—simply come as you are, lay back, and receive.

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Juli Greenwald has been practicing yoga and meditation since 2014. As a Level 2 iRest Yoga Nidra certified teacher, somatic practitioner, and psychedelic facilitator, she creates safe, transformative spaces, guiding individuals through deep relaxation and embodied awareness with grace and ease.

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Jenny Henning is passionate about creating immersive sound experiences that facilitate profound physical, mental, and emotional shifts. Trained by esteemed gong masters, her soundscapes guide self-exploration and deep relaxation. With expertise in sound therapy and trauma-sensitive practices, her sessions foster a sense of peace and calm, with the aim to create a ripple effect of positive change through transformative gong meditations.  

Brandon James O'Neil, PhD, Sunday, August 31, 3:30-4:30PM, $25

Swedish scientist and mystic Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-1772) has been called the Buddha of the North; he might also be called the first modern dreamer. Beginning in 1743, Swedenborg earnestly searched his vivid dreams for psychological and spiritual meaning, leading to his initiation into "heavenly secrets" in 1745. This lecture explores Swedenborg's dream diary through Jungian analytical psychology, tracing archetypal structures through what scholars identify as the longest and oldest series of dreams prior to the birth of modern psychology. Drawing from O'Neil's extensive experience in dream work, attendees will also gain useful insight into their own sometimes puzzling dreams, lifting what Swedenborg called the "shining black veil" that separates us from deeper levels of consciousness.

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Brandon James O'Neil, PhD studied at The University of Iowa and is currently pursuing Dream Work Certification through The Haden Institute. He is a member of the C. G. Jung Foundation of New York, and his work has appeared in Psychological Perspectives, Image, and Quadrant: Journal Of The C. G. Jung Foundation.

Jaynie Farnsworth, Saturday, September 6, 11:30-1:30PM, $25
 
For expecting parents, new parents, postpartum caregivers (including grandparents), and birth workers.
The postpartum period can be overwhelming for women, who often serve as the emotional center of the home and, in some cases, the primary breadwinners. This pressure sends unconscious messages of "Get back at it; you can't afford to rest." However, we can’t afford not to rest. Evidence shows that intentional care and rituals honoring the significance of birth can reduce postpartum anxiety and depression.

Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to recovery, emphasizing nourishment for the body/mind and spirit. Key components include a diet of warm, easily digestible foods, prioritizing rest and warmth, and herbal remedies for hormonal balance. Practices like Abhyanga (self-oil massage), yoga, and meditation promote relaxation and stress relief.

Honoring the 40-day postpartum window allows for profound healing and transformation, setting a foundation for longevity. Participants will gain essential tools for a resilient postpartum recovery.

Jaynie Farnsworth, MA is a certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and Kundalini Yoga instructor. Her expertise consists of over 15 years of professional study in Yoga and Ayurveda. Jaynie’s passion for the healing arts brought her to Asia and Latin America. Being a swimmer, she brings an awareness of the body's healing abilities to her work.

Dr. Farima Berenji, Saturday, September 6, 1:30-2:30PM, Sliding Scale $10-$25

Immerse yourself in the world of Iranian Sacred Dance with Dr. Farima Berenji as she shares a presentation drawing from her new book, Companions of the Sun.

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Rooted in one of the world’s oldest civilizations, the traditions of Iranian/Persian sacred dance and music embody the profound wisdom of our ancestors. Observing nature, the stars, and the rhythms of life, they crafted movements expressing love, strength, and spiritual transcendence. These rituals continue to inspire cultures worldwide, preserving a legacy of mysticism and artistic expression. This talk examines how these ancient practices shaped global music, dance, and spirituality—evolving into movements infused with mystical poetry, art, and storytelling.   This special event will feature a dance demonstration, allowing you to experience this sacred art form firsthand.

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Dr. Farima Berenji is a distinguished world-renowned scholar with degrees in anthropology and archaeology, ethnochoreology, and metaphysics specializing in Iranian mysticism and rituals. She is an integrated healing practitioner and an initiated master in the Iranian Sufi and mystic order. An award-winning and internationally acclaimed performing artist and choreographer, Dr. Berenji is a foremost global scholar in Eastern mysticism and ethnochoreology. See also http://farimadance.com/about/biography/ .​

Two Day Weekend Workshop:

Saturday, September 20, 11:30-2:30PM 

Sunday, September 21, 11:30-2:30PM

Workshop Tuition: $180

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Step into the fascinating world of Palmistry in this 6-hour, 2-day immersive workshop with Christy Desko, an experienced Palm Reader with over 20 years of hands-on practice.  In this engaging and insightful workshop, Christy will guide you through a four-part series that combines deep wisdom with practical skills, all while sharing her knowledge with humor, authenticity, and candor. You'll explore the foundational principles of Palmistry as well as more advanced topics such as herbalism in palmistry.  Each student will receive a specially crafted booklet written by Christy, which serves as a valuable resource throughout the workshop and beyond.

Christy Desko is a professional psychic/clairvoyant medium and Ayurveda bodywork practitioner at her business, Cazimi Spa. She has been reading palms professionally since 1999 and owned a fortune-telling tea shop called Mademoiselle Noelle’s Fortune Tea House in 2004. She has taught classes, led workshops, and read at events for 26 years.