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We seek inspiration around the theme EcoSpirituality.Following a Japanese Viewing Party outdoors at the home of Sandy Taylor in the beautiful Azalea Garden, Larry Menkes will present his edited versions of two films, End of Suburbia, and Natural Capitalism by the legendary Amory Lovins. We'll discuss possible approaches to mitigating climate change, energy insufficiency and personal and community financial stability.Please bring a healthy, delicious, nutritious pot-luck to share and a cushion…See More

Sorry - we've received a great response to this event, and now we have to close it to new participants due to limited space. Thank you everyone for your enthusiasm for this event. Stay tuned for info on the next salon.Theme: Inquiry into the transmission of love and the experience of sensual pleasure in heartfully prepared food.Dan Shoemaker and Susan Growe will host a mindful dinner party — an idea that emerged from sharing experiences of nourishment and artful cooking from Dan’s grandmother…See More

IONA's music is a unique, acoustic weave of the traditional music of Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany (France), the Isle of Man, Asturies and Galicia (Spain), as well as their transplants in America. Blending songs, dance tunes, and aires into a rich and stunning tapestry, their style is outstanding in an arena where these traditions are seldom intertwined. Iona's high energy music and dance features tight harmonies, Scottish fiddling, traditional stringed instruments, melodic bass…See More

With a yoga studio and meditation center on every corner, it's sometimes challenging to understand what you should take and what can help your unique situation.Through a combination of explanation and experiential exercises, you will find for yourself what style of yoga and meditation you connect with and how easy you can flow when you find the right fit.This course is for everyone, including those who have never tried a yoga or meditation class. Bring your questions and your goals and join us…See More

Burning with a distinct & intoxicating life force, COCOSOL, is a beautiful French Canadian African, International Songstress, multi-instrumentalist and most of all a dedicated Yogini. Her compositions are spirited, world funk symphonies, woven with catchy guitar licks, sultry voices, fiery rhythms and longing melodies with a message, a personal call for Love! Political and soulful her trance like performances are timeless and intimate.She lets prana move her through the waves of sounds.In…See More

Learn a valuable process for relieving stress quickly and gaining calm focus for the day ahead! Feel free to bring your lunch!PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. To register, please e-mail us with your name and phone number (in case class is cancelled). js@theempowermentcentre.comSee More

Join us for our first-Sunday Sacred Space Gathering featuring inspirational speakers, guest musicians and the Common Ground Choir. October's theme is Harvest. Come early for the 3pm meditation.