Community Calendar
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Join the Tunxis Foundation as we gather industry leaders and
community stakeholders for our annual Economic Breakfast
& Networking Event. Tickets and sponsorships include: a full
breakfast buffet, networking opportunities, a keynote presentation
followed by an attendee Q&A, and a donation to the Tunxis
Student Scholarship Fund. This year's Keynote Speaker is Kevin Martinez, ESPN Vice President of Corporate Citizenship on. Martinez will speak on "Why Corporate Citizenship Maters".
Tunxis Foundation Economic Breakfast & Networking Event
Yoga for Resilience
A gentle Yoga practice for those with back issues, those with knee replacements or seek improved stability at the hip and shoulder joints. This also benefits those who seek to mindfully slow the nervous system.
Instructor: Kathy Conyers, Yoga Teacher RYT-500, Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Date and time: Wednesdays, 10-11:15am starting on September 4.
Resilience Yoga will help you develop a strong and flexible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in balance. This class features breath centered movements adapted for all levels of participation.
Each class includes movements/postures to strengthen hip and shoulder stability, breathing exercises and use of some props to allow for modifications and adjustments if needed. You will practice movements in a chair, standing, prone, kneeling and supine.
People who would benefit would include the following:
- Desire to strengthen weak muscles & release tight muscles
- Desire to strengthen hip & shoulder stability
- Desire to slow down the breath/movement to release stress & increase ease
Some of the props you will use will be:
- chair
- block
- strap
- blanket
- spinal strip
What participants should bring: Strap, yoga mat and blanket (some are available to borrow)
Event Fee: $80/per 4 week session or $25/drop in
Payment can be cash, check or paypal via artyoga12@gmail.com
RECOMMENDED TO PREPAY TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT or RSVP Kathy to let her know you're coming: artyoga12@gmail.com
Bio:
Kathy Conyers, Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 hour with Yoga Alliance. I have trained at the Integral Yoga Institute, 200 hour, 1989, the American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hour Certificate, 2007 and Functional Synergy, Yoga Therapy Certificate, 2023. I have experience teaching yoga classes for 34 years with specialties in Yoga for Back Care, Yoga for the Elderly and Pre-Natal Yoga. I have taught Yoga at the Integral Yoga Institute, The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center, The Southington Parks and Recreation, and privately.
Yoga for Resilience
Exhibition curated by Laura Engel, Professor, Duquesne University
Pearls figure prominently in pictures of celebrated and imagined figures across the eighteenth century. Adorning royalty, celebrities, servants, and in fashion plates, the mysterious, opaque, and gleaming white accessory aligns with the mutable, seductive, and threatening emergence of new forms of identity. Worn as jewelry, as embellishments to the body and dress, or embedded in the settings of precious objects – pearls accessorize, highlight, colonize, and perform. As one of the most sought-after commodities of the early modern colonial enterprise, a precious jewel tied to bondage and violence, pearls have a baroque and complex history. Drawing from materials in the Lewis Walpole Library this exhibition will explore the “paradox of pearls” by considering how the varied and often contradictory meanings of this jewel appear in period images and the ways in which practices from the past connect us to the powerful presence of pearls today.
Exhibition: "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century"
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, overstimulation, or frustration please join us. You are not alone! This meditation will help you release your emotions. We create a safe space during our sound healing circles to share our feelings, hold space for each other and relax to the soothing sounds by Kelvin Young RSS (Recovery Support Specialist) and Maria Del Carmen MBA.
The meditative sounds promote healing from chronic stress, muscle tension, physical pain, feelings of anxiety, depression, PTSD, sleep issues, addictive behaviors, unprocessed trauma and other stress-related chronic health conditions.
Purchase tickets Here.
Parking: Parking is in the back, at the very last building. Drive around the building in the back and continue until the driveway ends in a circle. Park in that parking lot and use the entrance with the short ramp. Follow signs to the Awakening Room.
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
Cosmic Shamanic Sound Healing – Bradford Tilden
Every other Thursday. Please note there is NO CLASS on July 4
Join Bradford Tilden for a deeply restorative and activating Sound Healing Meditation with his voice, crystals/gemstones and crystal bowls. Relax, recharge and release stress and unwanted energies from your body, mind and field.
*Bradford is an agent of change and these are transformational gatherings.
Bradford W. Tilden has been using his voice consciously as a tool for personal energy management and spiritual growth for over 20 years. Blending his voice with the grounding and centering energy of Quartz crystal bowls, he creates powerful, activating channeled sonic transmissions that carry the meditative listener to places of deep cleansing, releasing, purification, energizing, rejuvenation and awakening
Bradford also features Crystal and Gemstone Healing to reach beyond the cellular to the atomic level for truly deep restoration and healing. Stones are passed out to be used during the meditation with the option to purchase for home use.
What to Bring: Bring a blanket, chair or yoga mat. There are some to borrow.
$20 or $25 (pay what you can). PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-healing-meditation-with-bradford-tilden-tickets-671131621747?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Last-minute Walk-ins accepted with cash at door: $30
Parking: Park all the way in the back, at the very last building (keep driving until you see the last building and the driveway ends in a circle. Park in that lot and use the entrance with a short ramp. Follow the signs to the Awakening Room.
About Bradford: Bradford is an internationally recognized composer, pianist and crystal/sound healer. He has produced five albums of healing music to date, and teaches workshops and certification classes in crystal, sound and Universal White Time Healing, an exclusive new healing modality.
His mission is to return people to the awareness that we are all Divine Beings of Love and Light through inspiration, education and activation.
Cosmic Shamanic Sound Healing – Bradford Tilden
Time to break out the Lucky Dice!
Welcome back for another episode of our Dungeons and Dragons series! We'll be starting a new campaign and new adventures. We encourage our new players to come to the sessions even if you aren't sure if you'd like to be in the campaign yet! As always...
ROLL FOR INITIATIVE!
Dungeons & Dragons: Library Edition
Get cozy, bring your own dinner and watch the classic Studio Ghibli film, The Secret World of Arrietty (2010; Rated G) in this After Hours program! Dessert is on us!
In a secret world hidden beneath the floorboards, little people called Borrowers live quietly among us. But when tenacious and tiny Arrietty is discovered by Shawn, a human boy, their secret and forbidden friendship blossoms into an extraordinary adventure.
Register to save your seat! Open to those 9 and up!
After Hours Film: The Secret World of Arrietty
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Laughter Yoga
Laughter is the best medicine–for all ages!
With Charles Koppel, Certified Laughter Yoga Instructor
Sunday, November 10 from 11-12PM
In the Serenity Room
Join us for a fun opportunity to laugh and nourish the inner child–no skills or prior experience needed!
Laughter Yoga does not require physical poses or strain on the body and is accessible to everyone.
What to expect:
Laughter yoga sessions begin with warm-up exercises that loosen you up, release nervous energy, and encourage a free flow of laughter. The below is a loose overview that can include some or all of the following per class:
- Welcome
- Gentle Warm-Up
- Laughter and Breathing Exercises
- Laughter Meditation
- Grounding Activity
Other benefits of Laughter Yoga:
- Improves mood and brings more laughter & joy to life
- Decreases physical, mental and emotional stress:
- Improves health and vitality:
- Builds connection with others:
- Helps keep a positive attitude in challenging times
What participants should bring: Anything comfortable in which to move. An extra layer that you can easily remove is a good idea, too, because I will have you up and moving for a large chunk of the time. You are welcome to bring a water bottle. Optional: Yoga mat to lie upon for the Laughter Mediation toward the end of the session (some will be provided).
Event Fee: $20 (first class FREE-Try it out!)
Please Register as class size is limited! https://square.link/u/G8XmKfrJ
RSVP deadline: The day of class by 9:00 am
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Serenity Room.
About the instructor:
Charles Koppel became a Reiki Master in 2021 and has been practicing Reiki since 2011. He also leads Laughter Yoga classes for all ages and communities. Charles holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology (MSPsy), and has been an elementary school teacher for 33 years. Charles believes that laughter is the best medicine, and having worked part time as an EMT, Charles has always enjoyed helping others. He finds that his work through Laughter Yoga and Reiki provides healing benefits to both the recipient and the provider! Charles also enjoys providing a highly adaptable and inclusive wellness offering through Laughter Yoga, as it does not require any specific poses or demands on the body. There are no skills required to participate in Laughter Yoga, simply the willingness to approach the experience with a childlike playfulness. According to Kurt Vonnegut, “Laughing is good exercise. It’s like jogging on the inside.”
Laughter Yoga
Therapists Supporting Therapists
A special support group for mental health providers
With Rio Comaduran, LCSW
Meeting in the Serenity Room
What to expect:
Gather together monthly in a supportive environment where we discuss what is on our minds, overcome personal or professional obstacles and support one another. These meetings are a focus of wellness and community building through supporting each other. There is no requirement to attend each session, come whenever you are able.
Outline:
- 60 minutes of communication & sharing resources, community building, organizing around shared interests
- 30 minutes of sound healing/relaxation (optional)
What participants should bring: yoga mat, pillow & blanket. Some are available to use also.
Event Fee: donation based
About Rio:
Rio is also a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to assist those struggling with anxiety and depression and she graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work with a Master’s in Social Work in 2013, specializing in Community Organizing and International Social Work.
Rio is also an intuitive healer who is committed to helping others. As a certified Usui Reiki Master, Sound Healing practitioner, Past Life Regression hypnotherapist, and clinical hypnotherapist, it is Rio’s goal to continue to promote wellness and transformation, through a variety of healing modalities.
Therapists Supporting Therapists
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Relax and Detox - Reiki and Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture Session
By Gina Ferrara
Tuesday, November 12, 2024; 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Welcome detox, inner balance and release utilizing Ear Acupuncture and Reiki Healing Energy. 5 small sterile needles are used on the ear for detoxification, stress reduction, and deep relaxation. This process offers a physical/emotional release and connection to self that helps many to manage life's challenges. We will finish the session with a cup of warming detoxification tea.
What participants should bring: Water, a blanket and anything needed for your comfort. We will use the comfortable chairs/couches from the Hope Room during our seated session.
Event Fee: $35
Registration Link: www.OdonataReiki.com/events/detoxrelaxnov24
RSVP deadline (if applicable) 11/11/24
Bio:
Gina Ferrara is a master of Reiki and sound/vibration, and an Auricular Acupuncture Specialist. She supports others using simple tools toward empowerment and overall wellness.
Through her business, Odonata Reiki Healing Arts, Gina offers courses, workshops and presentations for personal development and inner self-care. As well, Gina provides healing sessions to individuals, couples and groups. She is currently a teacher on the meditation app, Insight Timer.
Relax and Detox - Reiki and Auricular (Ear) Acupuncture Session
Yoga for Resilience
A gentle Yoga practice for those with back issues, those with knee replacements or seek improved stability at the hip and shoulder joints. This also benefits those who seek to mindfully slow the nervous system.
Instructor: Kathy Conyers, Yoga Teacher RYT-500, Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Date and time: Wednesdays, 10-11:15am starting on September 4.
Resilience Yoga will help you develop a strong and flexible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in balance. This class features breath centered movements adapted for all levels of participation.
Each class includes movements/postures to strengthen hip and shoulder stability, breathing exercises and use of some props to allow for modifications and adjustments if needed. You will practice movements in a chair, standing, prone, kneeling and supine.
People who would benefit would include the following:
- Desire to strengthen weak muscles & release tight muscles
- Desire to strengthen hip & shoulder stability
- Desire to slow down the breath/movement to release stress & increase ease
Some of the props you will use will be:
- chair
- block
- strap
- blanket
- spinal strip
What participants should bring: Strap, yoga mat and blanket (some are available to borrow)
Event Fee: $80/per 4 week session or $25/drop in
Payment can be cash, check or paypal via artyoga12@gmail.com
RECOMMENDED TO PREPAY TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT or RSVP Kathy to let her know you're coming: artyoga12@gmail.com
Bio:
Kathy Conyers, Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 hour with Yoga Alliance. I have trained at the Integral Yoga Institute, 200 hour, 1989, the American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hour Certificate, 2007 and Functional Synergy, Yoga Therapy Certificate, 2023. I have experience teaching yoga classes for 34 years with specialties in Yoga for Back Care, Yoga for the Elderly and Pre-Natal Yoga. I have taught Yoga at the Integral Yoga Institute, The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center, The Southington Parks and Recreation, and privately.
Yoga for Resilience
Exhibition curated by Laura Engel, Professor, Duquesne University
Pearls figure prominently in pictures of celebrated and imagined figures across the eighteenth century. Adorning royalty, celebrities, servants, and in fashion plates, the mysterious, opaque, and gleaming white accessory aligns with the mutable, seductive, and threatening emergence of new forms of identity. Worn as jewelry, as embellishments to the body and dress, or embedded in the settings of precious objects – pearls accessorize, highlight, colonize, and perform. As one of the most sought-after commodities of the early modern colonial enterprise, a precious jewel tied to bondage and violence, pearls have a baroque and complex history. Drawing from materials in the Lewis Walpole Library this exhibition will explore the “paradox of pearls” by considering how the varied and often contradictory meanings of this jewel appear in period images and the ways in which practices from the past connect us to the powerful presence of pearls today.
Exhibition: "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century"
Drop in for Homeschool Hangout in the Barney Library Teen Space! Play board games, color, eat some snacks, or chat in this hour long hang out session!
Register for a reminder--open to those ages 12-18.
https://www.farmingtonlibraries.org/event/teen-homeschool-hangout-66093
Teen Homeschool Hangout @ the Barney
Join us for a Trivia Night with brain-tickling questions! We’ll have easy, medium, and hard-level trivia questions for all ages on all different topics. Win a prize or just some bragging rights! Light refreshments are provided.
2nd Annual Trivia Night
Winter Gardeners Book Club
A fun and lively discussion group to discuss Herbal/Earthy related books together
With Jennifer Lima, owner of Bella Vita Alchemy
10/24/24 to 4/24/25 - Second and Fourth Thursdays - 6:30pm to 8pm
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Do you love books? Are you often looking for people to discuss literature with?
This month's book topic: "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Please purchase the book and read one chapter prior to each class (amount of chapters read may vary depending on groups needs).
Why a book club? Book clubs come with hidden bonuses, LOTS of them:
1. You read books you wouldn’t normally pick up.
2. You learn how other readers think, which makes your own reading better.
3. Your knowledge gets a massive boost.
4. You get to socialize and be in the energy of like minds.
5. You get to give yourself permission to take time out to read.
What participants should bring:
Purchase the book and/or audiobook (the author narrates the audio version and is wonderful). Please read chapter one before the first meeting. Bring your thoughts and be ready for conversation. We will choose a second book to read in January.
You can participate in this book club either in person or virtually. Please indicate your preference in the registration. Please note that the first 12 registrants will be able to attend each meeting in person and the rest will need to join virtually. Link has not changed.
Event Fee: $10 per meeting OR $120 for entire series (with $10 discount added)
Payment link: https://buy.stripe.com/bIYcQ22QM6NFf966op
(option to pay per session or for whole series with $10 discount)
RSVP deadline: Two days prior to each class
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Bio:
Jennifer Lima is a certified Health and Wellness Coach and practicing Herbalist. She worked as a Clinical Researcher for almost 30 years before leaving the academic and corporate world to focus completely on what really matters - living an authentic life, connecting to the earth through plants, becoming a steward of nearly forgotten plant- based wellness, and guide for those who wish to be their best selves and thrive in their daily lives. For more information visit my LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferryanlima
Winter Gardeners Book Club
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Lewis Walpole Library-Farmington Libraries Talk at the Lewis Walpole Library, 154 Main Street, Farmington, CT "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century" with exhibition curator Laura Engel, Duquesne University.
From Queen Elizabeth I to Harry Styles the legacy of pearls is a story about self-fashioning. Pearls feature prominently in many pictures of celebrated figures from the past. Worn as jewelry—as embellishments of the body and apparel, or embedded in the settings of precious objects—pearls illuminate ideas about beauty, power, and style. Drawing upon materials in the Lewis Walpole Library, this talk considers how the varied and often contradictory meanings of this jewel were represented in period images and the ways in which practices from the past connect us to the enduring presence of pearls today.
Space is limited and advance registration through the Farmington Libraries site is required. Registration open October 16 - November 16.
Public Talk: "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century"
Reiki Share
With Ada Rios
Reiki is a form of hands-on energy healing. A Reiki share or Reiki circle is a group of Reiki believers who join together to practice Reiki on each other.
Join a group of students in a supervised setting to learn and practice Reiki Healing. In this circle you will get the opportunity to join other student like yourself. If you have ever been interested in energy healing and would like to receive energy from someone else without going through the process of certification then please join us on our monthly Reiki share.
To find out more about the class, ask questions, or register please contact the organizer: Ada Rios
Bridge Healing Arts Center 304 Main St. Farmington, CT 06032 Ste. 406. (860) 751-4114.
Please bring a Donation. Thank you.
Reiki Share
Monthly Spirit Circle-
A supportive and safe space to enhance your psychic abilities or to practice mediumship
With Mindy Schroeder & Lynne Hartwell
3rd Sundays from 12:30-2:00 EXCEPT JUNE-
Join us for an intuitive development circle every third Sunday:
- You’ll have the opportunity to deliver messages to one another with Mindy to help guide you whenever needed.
- Join us on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Let’s explore the depths of your soul and unlock your intuitive gifts together.
- Each month builds upon the previous, however there is always space for people to join us anytime.
Cost: Donation based with suggested donation of $25
REGISTRATION: Please email register to ensure your spot: circle.bound.sister@gmail.com or contact Mindy at 860-707-5211
You can send donations in person or online: https://square.link/u/Q073JB6f?src=sheet
What participants should bring: Comfortable clothing, water and a journal to take notes.
Location & Parking: In the Awakening room. GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Follow the driveway all the way to the very back (long set of buildings) where it ends in a circle. Park there and use the rear entrance at the end of a ramp. Follow signs to the Awakening Room.
Monthly Spirit Circle
Creative Mandala Workshop Series
Enjoy this Seasonal Series exploring the creative art of dotting.
With Sierra Marie Robinson
3rd Sundays each month starting October 20, 1-3pm
A seasonal workshop series focusing on a different subject each month:
October: Pumpkins
November: Leaves/Fall
December: Trees/Holiday theme
Reduce stress & anxiety while enhancing your focus along with strengthening your hand & motor skills.
Great for kids and the kid in all of us!
In this workshop you will:
-Make your own beautiful artwork
-Relax & unwind
-Sip delicious tea while you create
-No artistic ability required
What to bring: a open mind and the desire to create
All materials included
$15
PLEASE RSVP AHEAD OF TIME TO ENSURE YOUR SEAT:
https://paypal.me/smarie444?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US
Bio:
Sierra is a Farmington local who leads meditation workshops in an easygoing & comfortable atmosphere. She has been officially leading meditation classes for 3 years and encourages you to join us in practicing this great gift of calm and peace.
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Tranquility Room.
Creative Mandala Workshop Series
My Amelia, I’ll Make It Home to You tells the remarkable true story of sixteen-year-old Amelia, who bravely takes her ill brother's place and is thrust into servitude in Nazi-controlled Austria. Experience the harrowing realities of life during World War II as she endures over two and a half years away from her home and family. Follow Amelia's extraordinary journey as she meets and marries Mieczyslaw, defying the oppressive laws of the Reich. As she navigates the challenges of pregnancy and uncertainty, she remains steadfast in her belief that her love—a Polish POW held captive at Stalag XVII B—will one day return to her. Join Amelia as she embodies resilience, hope, and unwavering love in the face of adversity
My Amelia, I’ll Make It Home to You Book Presentation
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Yoga for Resilience
A gentle Yoga practice for those with back issues, those with knee replacements or seek improved stability at the hip and shoulder joints. This also benefits those who seek to mindfully slow the nervous system.
Instructor: Kathy Conyers, Yoga Teacher RYT-500, Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Date and time: Wednesdays, 10-11:15am starting on September 4.
Resilience Yoga will help you develop a strong and flexible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in balance. This class features breath centered movements adapted for all levels of participation.
Each class includes movements/postures to strengthen hip and shoulder stability, breathing exercises and use of some props to allow for modifications and adjustments if needed. You will practice movements in a chair, standing, prone, kneeling and supine.
People who would benefit would include the following:
- Desire to strengthen weak muscles & release tight muscles
- Desire to strengthen hip & shoulder stability
- Desire to slow down the breath/movement to release stress & increase ease
Some of the props you will use will be:
- chair
- block
- strap
- blanket
- spinal strip
What participants should bring: Strap, yoga mat and blanket (some are available to borrow)
Event Fee: $80/per 4 week session or $25/drop in
Payment can be cash, check or paypal via artyoga12@gmail.com
RECOMMENDED TO PREPAY TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT or RSVP Kathy to let her know you're coming: artyoga12@gmail.com
Bio:
Kathy Conyers, Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 hour with Yoga Alliance. I have trained at the Integral Yoga Institute, 200 hour, 1989, the American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hour Certificate, 2007 and Functional Synergy, Yoga Therapy Certificate, 2023. I have experience teaching yoga classes for 34 years with specialties in Yoga for Back Care, Yoga for the Elderly and Pre-Natal Yoga. I have taught Yoga at the Integral Yoga Institute, The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center, The Southington Parks and Recreation, and privately.
Yoga for Resilience
Exhibition curated by Laura Engel, Professor, Duquesne University
Pearls figure prominently in pictures of celebrated and imagined figures across the eighteenth century. Adorning royalty, celebrities, servants, and in fashion plates, the mysterious, opaque, and gleaming white accessory aligns with the mutable, seductive, and threatening emergence of new forms of identity. Worn as jewelry, as embellishments to the body and dress, or embedded in the settings of precious objects – pearls accessorize, highlight, colonize, and perform. As one of the most sought-after commodities of the early modern colonial enterprise, a precious jewel tied to bondage and violence, pearls have a baroque and complex history. Drawing from materials in the Lewis Walpole Library this exhibition will explore the “paradox of pearls” by considering how the varied and often contradictory meanings of this jewel appear in period images and the ways in which practices from the past connect us to the powerful presence of pearls today.
Exhibition: "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century"
Do you have the need for speed? Come try out speed puzzling at the Barney Library! Try it solo, in pairs or as a team. We have an assortment of puzzles waiting for you!
Speed Puzzling @ the Barney
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, overstimulation, or frustration please join us. You are not alone! This meditation will help you release your emotions. We create a safe space during our sound healing circles to share our feelings, hold space for each other and relax to the soothing sounds by Kelvin Young RSS (Recovery Support Specialist) and Maria Del Carmen MBA.
The meditative sounds promote healing from chronic stress, muscle tension, physical pain, feelings of anxiety, depression, PTSD, sleep issues, addictive behaviors, unprocessed trauma and other stress-related chronic health conditions.
Purchase tickets Here.
Parking: Parking is in the back, at the very last building. Drive around the building in the back and continue until the driveway ends in a circle. Park in that parking lot and use the entrance with the short ramp. Follow signs to the Awakening Room.
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
Cosmic Shamanic Sound Healing – Bradford Tilden
Every other Thursday. Please note there is NO CLASS on July 4
Join Bradford Tilden for a deeply restorative and activating Sound Healing Meditation with his voice, crystals/gemstones and crystal bowls. Relax, recharge and release stress and unwanted energies from your body, mind and field.
*Bradford is an agent of change and these are transformational gatherings.
Bradford W. Tilden has been using his voice consciously as a tool for personal energy management and spiritual growth for over 20 years. Blending his voice with the grounding and centering energy of Quartz crystal bowls, he creates powerful, activating channeled sonic transmissions that carry the meditative listener to places of deep cleansing, releasing, purification, energizing, rejuvenation and awakening
Bradford also features Crystal and Gemstone Healing to reach beyond the cellular to the atomic level for truly deep restoration and healing. Stones are passed out to be used during the meditation with the option to purchase for home use.
What to Bring: Bring a blanket, chair or yoga mat. There are some to borrow.
$20 or $25 (pay what you can). PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-healing-meditation-with-bradford-tilden-tickets-671131621747?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Last-minute Walk-ins accepted with cash at door: $30
Parking: Park all the way in the back, at the very last building (keep driving until you see the last building and the driveway ends in a circle. Park in that lot and use the entrance with a short ramp. Follow the signs to the Awakening Room.
About Bradford: Bradford is an internationally recognized composer, pianist and crystal/sound healer. He has produced five albums of healing music to date, and teaches workshops and certification classes in crystal, sound and Universal White Time Healing, an exclusive new healing modality.
His mission is to return people to the awareness that we are all Divine Beings of Love and Light through inspiration, education and activation.
Cosmic Shamanic Sound Healing – Bradford Tilden
Home Apothecary Series: Fall Herbal Remedies
(this is a continuation of "Make your own home apothecary" classes)
A monthly class series where you make your own herbal remedies
With Jennifer Lima, Herbalist and owner of Bella Vita Alchemy
Third Thursdays 6:30pm to 8pm
October: Immunity for the Cold and Flu Season - everyone will take home what is needed to make elderberry syrup.
November: Gratitude and Thanksgiving - we will talk about native herbs used by Indigenous people and the herbs that came over with the Pilgrims. We will be making some warming teas that foster peace and well-being.
December: Herbs that traditionally were used during Winter Solstice = making simmer pot jars.
Event Description:
This is a monthly class series with a focus on seasonal herbal remedy preparation and creation. In this class you will learn the techniques to grow and process herbs to make herbal remedies- including when to harvest, how to dry and preserve herbs and how to make different products.
Includes items made in class to take home and workbook instructional pages.
In Person Event Fee: $50 (cost covers all materials needed)
Payment link: https://book.stripe.com/8wMbKT74d6VK8PC7ss
Home Apothecary Series: Fall Herbal Remedies
Virtual Classes-please register here: You will be provided with a printable workbook and a list of ingredients needed for the class, or you can opt to purchase the ingredients for an additional fee plus shipping.
link: https://buy.stripe.com/3cs6qz0FPdk8gi4bIM
Jennifer Lima is a Certified Professional Health Coach and Practicing Herbalist. She worked as a Clinical Researcher for almost 30 years before leaving the academic and corporate world to focus completely on what really matters – living an authentic life, connecting to the earth through plants, becoming a steward of nearly forgotten plant- based wellness, and guide for those who wish to be their best selves and thrive in their daily lives. For more information visit my LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferryanlima
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Cafe.
Home Apothecary Series: Fall Herbal Remedies
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Learn how to cook a colonial Thanksgiving dinner featuring chicken (more common than turkey), Hasty Pudding, and roasted root vegetables.
ABOUT FOODWAYS: HEARTH COOKING COLONIAL THANKSGIVING
Join us for a journey back in time at our Foodways: Hearth Cooking: Colonial Thanksgiving event and experience the flavors of a traditional colonial Thanksgiving feast.
On Saturday, Nov 23, 2024, starting at 12:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time), we will gather in the Whitman Tavern to celebrate Thanksgiving in the most authentic way possible. Prepare to be transported to a world where open-hearth cooking was the norm.
During this in-person event, you will have the chance to learn from Dennis Picard, a longtime historic interpreter who specializes in colonial cooking techniques. He will guide you through preparing classic Thanksgiving dishes using traditional methods and ingredients.
Join us and immerse yourself in a colonial Thanksgiving's sights, sounds, and aromas. This event is perfect for history buffs, food enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to explore the rich culinary heritage of our nation.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving like never before. Reserve your spot now and get ready for a truly unforgettable experience!
Food in colonial times was much different compared to what we eat today. Religious beliefs, traditions, geography, growing season, harvest, and cooking methods all played a role in what was available and how much was eaten, with each region developing its unique dietary habits. "Living history" expert Dennis Picard will share anecdotes about New England colonial life while demonstrating how to start a fire and cook in the hearth or on an open campfire.
Members: $20 Non Members: $25
Foodways: Hearth Cooking Colonial Thanksgiving
Death Café
A lively non judgmental space to meet, have a cup of coffee and talk about impermanence.
(This is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session)
with Marie & Marie
Held every fourth Sunday except in September when we will meet on Sept 29th.
From 10AM-12PM in the Hope Studio
A Death Cafe is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session. It's also a lively non judgmental space to meet, have a cup of coffee and talk about impermanence.
Why are we so afraid to talk about death and dying?
What participants should bring: Bring your own favorite tea/coffee cup and a snack to share.
Event Fee: Free.
LIMITED SEATING, RSVP A MUST! Please email Marie at: risingmywings@gmail.com
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Hope Studio.
Death Café
Class Cancelled on November 3rd
Meditation Mix
Reduce stress while improving sleep, mindfulness & cognitive ability
With Sierra Robinson
Dates: Every other week starting 8/25.
Other dates include 9/8, 9/22, 10/6, 10/20, 11/3 & 11/24
Time: 11-12PM in the Tranquility Room.
Take a moment and allow yourself to let go of schedules, deadlines and the daily grind.
Every other week from Aug 25th to Nov 24 join us for a Guided Pranayama (regulation of the breath through certain techniques and exercises) followed by a gentle meditation.
According to research, pranayama & meditation can help with the following:
- promote relaxation & mindfulness
- reduce stress
- improve sleep
- balance mood
- increase brain clarity & function
What to bring: meditation pillow, yoga mat or anything to be comfortable on the floor. Mats & blankets are available. Chairs are also available upon request.
Cost: $5
Bio:
Sierra is a Farmington local who leads meditation workshops in an easygoing & comfortable atmosphere. She has been officially leading meditation classes for 3 years and encourages you to join us in practicing this great gift of calm and peace.
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Tranquility Room.
Meditation Mix
Mending the Sacred Hoop Monthly Drum Circle-NEW TIME 1-3pm
A Shamanic Drum Circle for all levels
Co-Facilitators: Rev. Bruce (EagleHorse) Fagan & Marie Goodine, LCSW
from Rising Wings Counseling & Wellness Center
Monthly (4th Saturday of the month)
NEW TIME! 1-3pm in the Awakening Room
NO September Circle
Oct remains the same (fourth saturdays from 1-3pm)
Circle is switching dates to every fourth Sunday starting Nov 24 from 1-3PM
Through the rhythm of our sacred drums we will restore the heartbeat of the sacred Mother Earth by invoking the wisdom and medicine of our collective ancestors. We will also connect as a community and within ourselves healing energy.
What to bring: Drum or rattle (some will be provided).
Fee: Free will donations are much appreciated
Please let us know you are coming! RSVP: 203-814-1088 ext 1 (general voicemail) or email: risingmywings@gmail.com
NEW DATE Mending the Sacred Hoop Monthly Drum Circle
Join us at the Barney Library for a special movie showing. Feel free to bring a blanket or pillow to sit on, water to drink, and light snacks to enjoy.
Movie Matinee @ the Barney
The Revolution
For entrepreneurial minded "Boss Lady" women
Hosted by Lori Theriault, Julie Morgan and Ada Rios
Last Monday of each month from 5:30PM-8PM
First visit FREE
The world moves forward when women empower women.
The Revolution is a women's network for entrepreneurs that delivers RESPONSIVE, RESPECTFUL, RESOURCEFUL, and REVOLUTIONARY support, to disrupt existing markets through innovation. The goal is to provide a stronger and more effective women's support group and network that is currently missing and sorely needed.
Why the Revolution?
- For entrepreneurial minded "Boss Lady" women
- Providing non-judgemental emotional support, effective business advice, and vital networking opportunities
- Resource oriented for faster results
- Supportive and community building networks
- All Industry inclusive
- Promotion of all business offerings
- We walk our talk
- Several "field trips" events are offered to promote greater opportunities for networking
Every woman knows that sometimes all that she needs is just a small nudge of encouragement in the form of timely guidance from another woman.
Yet other times call for coordinated, thoughtful efforts for women in need.
Overview:
5:30-6PM: networking, conversation, buffet table
6PM-7PM: Upcoming announcements and Member Presentations
7PM-8PM: Break out meetings, support, connections.
First Visit FREE: See what we're all about
RSVP Strongly Recommended: contact Lori lori@workitcareers.com
For more info:
Website: https://jointherev.biz/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1079122839744530/
The Revolution
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Spiritual Alignment
Align with your Soul’s purpose & direction in a safe & supportive environment
With Ryan Drozd, Reiki Master & Sound Healer
Fourth Tuesdays of each month 7pm-8:30pm
(Starting Sept 24th)
Embarking and staying on a spiritual path can be challenging. If you are experiencing doubt or confusion on how to stay aligned with your soul’s purpose and highest truth, this group is for you! Ryan will share his own spiritual experiences, practices, intuition, and grounding methods to help participants discover what lights them up on a soul level. A sense of wholeness is something that must be experienced; developing spiritually makes it easier to see past the mind’s illusions and allow your inner truth to shine!
What participants should bring: A journal, pen, item(s) that help you ground, an open mind and heart.
Event Fee: $10-$15 suggested donation.
PLEASE RSVP: https://soundslikerad.setmore.com/classes/579c0d73-30d5-404e-a836-207482c724fa
For Questions: radliving13@gmail.com
Bio: Ryan has struggled with depression and undiagnosed chronic pain for many years which led him to do much inner work. During this journey, he learned to identify ego vs soul and to trust his heart’s intuition over thoughts created by the mind. Ryan is a Reiki Master, Sound Healer, RYT-200, and eternal student.
Spiritual Alignment
Yoga for Resilience
A gentle Yoga practice for those with back issues, those with knee replacements or seek improved stability at the hip and shoulder joints. This also benefits those who seek to mindfully slow the nervous system.
Instructor: Kathy Conyers, Yoga Teacher RYT-500, Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Date and time: Wednesdays, 10-11:15am starting on September 4.
Resilience Yoga will help you develop a strong and flexible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in balance. This class features breath centered movements adapted for all levels of participation.
Each class includes movements/postures to strengthen hip and shoulder stability, breathing exercises and use of some props to allow for modifications and adjustments if needed. You will practice movements in a chair, standing, prone, kneeling and supine.
People who would benefit would include the following:
- Desire to strengthen weak muscles & release tight muscles
- Desire to strengthen hip & shoulder stability
- Desire to slow down the breath/movement to release stress & increase ease
Some of the props you will use will be:
- chair
- block
- strap
- blanket
- spinal strip
What participants should bring: Strap, yoga mat and blanket (some are available to borrow)
Event Fee: $80/per 4 week session or $25/drop in
Payment can be cash, check or paypal via artyoga12@gmail.com
RECOMMENDED TO PREPAY TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT or RSVP Kathy to let her know you're coming: artyoga12@gmail.com
Bio:
Kathy Conyers, Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 hour with Yoga Alliance. I have trained at the Integral Yoga Institute, 200 hour, 1989, the American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hour Certificate, 2007 and Functional Synergy, Yoga Therapy Certificate, 2023. I have experience teaching yoga classes for 34 years with specialties in Yoga for Back Care, Yoga for the Elderly and Pre-Natal Yoga. I have taught Yoga at the Integral Yoga Institute, The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center, The Southington Parks and Recreation, and privately.
Yoga for Resilience
Exhibition curated by Laura Engel, Professor, Duquesne University
Pearls figure prominently in pictures of celebrated and imagined figures across the eighteenth century. Adorning royalty, celebrities, servants, and in fashion plates, the mysterious, opaque, and gleaming white accessory aligns with the mutable, seductive, and threatening emergence of new forms of identity. Worn as jewelry, as embellishments to the body and dress, or embedded in the settings of precious objects – pearls accessorize, highlight, colonize, and perform. As one of the most sought-after commodities of the early modern colonial enterprise, a precious jewel tied to bondage and violence, pearls have a baroque and complex history. Drawing from materials in the Lewis Walpole Library this exhibition will explore the “paradox of pearls” by considering how the varied and often contradictory meanings of this jewel appear in period images and the ways in which practices from the past connect us to the powerful presence of pearls today.
Exhibition: "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century"
No Classes November and December. See you next year!
Money Conversation Cafe
With Corrin Burke, Certified Money Coach & Women’s Wealth Advisor
• What we’ll do
Are you ready to transform your relationship with money?!? Corrin will explain a little bit of the history of our brains relative to money and why we do and feel the way we do. Corrin will ask thought provoking questions that you may never have considered before. We will have open discussion and create a safe space to explore the answers to your questions.
• What to bring
Journal, pen, open mind, open heart
Important to know
This is a group that upholds compassion, healing and forgiveness in dealing with our money. It is a safe place to bring awareness to light and bring the unconscious to the conscious in dealing with our money. It is a place for conversation and healthy discussion.
• RSVP ARE REQUIRED! By the Tuesday before the event to corrin@successfulwealthstrategies.com
• Cost: FREE But Donations are always appreciated!!
About Corrin: Corrin Gibbs Burke is a holistic financial planner to her core. She created Successful Wealth® Strategies, LLC to help individuals and couples create a healthy, loving relationship, with their money. Having Successful Wealth® is about being and feeling successful with your money wherever you fall on the wealth spectrum. The goal of Successful Wealth® Strategies, LLC is to guide you toward balance and success in your relationship with money.
Contact info:
860-470-6238
Money Conversation Cafe
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, overstimulation, or frustration please join us. You are not alone! This meditation will help you release your emotions. We create a safe space during our sound healing circles to share our feelings, hold space for each other and relax to the soothing sounds by Kelvin Young RSS (Recovery Support Specialist) and Maria Del Carmen MBA.
The meditative sounds promote healing from chronic stress, muscle tension, physical pain, feelings of anxiety, depression, PTSD, sleep issues, addictive behaviors, unprocessed trauma and other stress-related chronic health conditions.
Purchase tickets Here.
Parking: Parking is in the back, at the very last building. Drive around the building in the back and continue until the driveway ends in a circle. Park in that parking lot and use the entrance with the short ramp. Follow signs to the Awakening Room.
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
Winter Gardeners Book Club
A fun and lively discussion group to discuss Herbal/Earthy related books together
With Jennifer Lima, owner of Bella Vita Alchemy
10/24/24 to 4/24/25 - Second and Fourth Thursdays - 6:30pm to 8pm
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Do you love books? Are you often looking for people to discuss literature with?
This month's book topic: "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Please purchase the book and read one chapter prior to each class (amount of chapters read may vary depending on groups needs).
Why a book club? Book clubs come with hidden bonuses, LOTS of them:
1. You read books you wouldn’t normally pick up.
2. You learn how other readers think, which makes your own reading better.
3. Your knowledge gets a massive boost.
4. You get to socialize and be in the energy of like minds.
5. You get to give yourself permission to take time out to read.
What participants should bring:
Purchase the book and/or audiobook (the author narrates the audio version and is wonderful). Please read chapter one before the first meeting. Bring your thoughts and be ready for conversation. We will choose a second book to read in January.
You can participate in this book club either in person or virtually. Please indicate your preference in the registration. Please note that the first 12 registrants will be able to attend each meeting in person and the rest will need to join virtually. Link has not changed.
Event Fee: $10 per meeting OR $120 for entire series (with $10 discount added)
Payment link: https://buy.stripe.com/bIYcQ22QM6NFf966op
(option to pay per session or for whole series with $10 discount)
RSVP deadline: Two days prior to each class
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Bio:
Jennifer Lima is a certified Health and Wellness Coach and practicing Herbalist. She worked as a Clinical Researcher for almost 30 years before leaving the academic and corporate world to focus completely on what really matters - living an authentic life, connecting to the earth through plants, becoming a steward of nearly forgotten plant- based wellness, and guide for those who wish to be their best selves and thrive in their daily lives. For more information visit my LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferryanlima
Winter Gardeners Book Club
Annual Sell-a-Bration - Small Business Saturday
Discover hidden gems and unique treasures while giving back to your community at this exclusive small business shopping extravaganza.
November 30th 10am-4pm in the Awakening Room
Escape the ordinary and discover extraordinary gifts at this enchanting event. Explore a curated selection of handcrafted items, indulge in a relaxing Reiki session, or browse through a dazzling array of crystals and jewelry. For those seeking a holistic experience, the event will also offer relaxing sauna sessions and enlightening readings. For those seeking inspiration, the event will also feature a curated collection of unique artwork. Searching for the perfect gift? Discover a treasure trove of thoughtfully curated options, including personalized gift certificates, at this exceptional event.
Price: FREE
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Drive to the end of the driveway and enter through the gray deck and take a right once inside the building.
Annual Sell-a-Bration - Small Business Saturday
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Three local poets will launch their newest poetry collections on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 1:00 PM, in the Hoppin Gallery at Barney Library. An open mic will precede the readings. Everyone is welcome!
Debbie Gilbert, Bleat & Prattle
Debbie Gilbert lives at the foothill of Talcott Mountain where bears and bobcats visit as she writes her poetry daily, including this latest collection about all the animals in our lives.
Julia Paul, Table with Burning Candle
Julia Paul is the author of Staring Down the Tracks (2020) and Shook (2015). The first Poet Laureate of Manchester (2014-2019), she currently serves as president of the Riverwood Poetry Series.
Ginny Lowe Connors, White Sail at Midnight
Ginny Lowe Connors, founder and managing editor of Grayson Books, a small poetry press, is the author of an award-winning chapbook and five full-length poetry collections.
Poetry Reading with Debbie Gilbert, Julia Paul and Ginny Lowe Connors
A fun day for the family! Vendors, crafts, petting zoo, and photos with Santa!
$20 per car
Holidays & Horses
Reiki Group Meditation with Sound Healing
With Gina Ferrara
Registration will be needed for this event due to the limited number of spaces available. Please feel free to reach out to Gina Ferrara with any questions about the session or about the process of a group Reiki Session.
Reiki alone is a powerful relaxation tool. By adding in the vibrations of the Healing Bowls, the room becomes infused with sound creating an environment for peaceful meditation.
The full session will last an hour though there will be time at the end for questions and comments. Please come 10 minutes early to find your comfortable space and settle in.
Parking will be out back, at the very last building. Drive around until you reach the last building. Use the rear ramp entrance and follow signs to the Awakening Room.
Donations:
- via cash on site
- Venmo @odonatareiki
- via Credit Card or Pay Pal (please use “Pay a Friend”) at the Payment/Donations tab
- Or Donate Here
For more about Gina and this class: https://youtube.com/shorts/sR1jbS9tFCs?si=rKEbcy7gc1UDd9k0
To Register: https://www.odonatareiki.com/events/reikisoundmarch
Reiki Group Meditation with Sound Healing
Join us for an online book talk about "The Sacred Herbs of Yule and Christmas" by Ellen Evert Hopman.
// ABOUT THE SACRED HERBS OF YULE AND CHRISTMAS //
Stanley-Whitman House is thrilled to welcome back esteemed author Ellen Evert Hopman for another captivating virtual book talk. This time, Ellen will present her latest work, "The Sacred Herbs of Yule and Christmas," on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 7:00 pm. This online event invites participants to immerse themselves in the heart of winter's traditions and lore.
Ellen, renowned for her deep knowledge in herbalism and enchanting storytelling, will guide attendees on an exploration of ancient Christmas and Pagan Solstice customs. This interactive session aims to uncover the history and folklore behind modern holiday observances, offering a unique glimpse into the season's most beloved practices.
Attendees will gain invaluable knowledge about the various herbs, barks, and berries essential to Christmas and Yuletide traditions, learning about their medicinal and magical properties. Ellen will also shed light on the cultural origins of familiar holiday symbols like the Christmas tree and Santa Claus and introduce lesser-known figures such as female gift bringers, holiday spirits, and Yuletide animals from various cultures.
Moreover, Ellen's narrative will include holiday crafts, such as making a Yule Log, Winter Solstice divinations, and preparing traditional festive foods and drinks like Elizabethan gingerbread cookies and Wassail. This talk is more than an informative session; it's a journey through the customs and traditions of the past.
Ellen's book, "The Sacred Herbs of Yule and Christmas," will be available for purchase, offering attendees a deeper dive into the topics discussed. You can order it directly from the author for a personal touch, including signed copies or special editions, or purchase it at the museum shop at Stanley-Whitman House, enhancing your reading experience.
This complimentary program requires online registration. Join us for this extraordinary exploration of Yuletide magic, an educational and celebratory experience of the deeper meanings and joys of the holiday season. Rediscover the sacred herbs of Yule and Christmas with Ellen Evert Hopman and infuse your holiday celebrations with ancient magic.
We are delighted to have Ellen return to Stanley-Whitman House, where she previously presented four engaging programs in 2022 on her other works: "The Real Witches of New England: History, Lore, and Modern Practice," "The Sacred Herbs of Spring: Magical, Edible, and Healing Plants to Celebrate Beltane," "Secret Medicines from Your Garden: Plants for Healing, Spirituality, and Magic," and "The Sacred Herbs of Samhain: Plants to Contact the Spirits of the Dead."
// ABOUT STANLEY-WHITMAN HOUSE //
In 1935, Stanley-Whitman House was established as Farmington's first museum. It is a nationally recognized historic house museum and living history center that teaches through the collection, preservation, research, and dynamic interpretation of the history and culture of early Farmington, Connecticut. Programs, events, classes, and exhibits encourage visitors of all ages to immerse themselves in history by doing, acting, questioning, and engaging in colonial life and the ideas that formed the foundation of that culture.
Located in the historic village of Farmington, the museum facility centers on a circa 1720 National Historic Landmark house furnished with period antiques to reflect the everyday activities of Colonial life in Connecticut. Surrounding the house are period-raised bed gardens, an apple orchard, and heritage stone walls.
The public service areas of the museum, constructed in 2004, include a modern classroom, a period tavern room, a post-and-beam Welcome Center, a research library, an exhibit gallery, the Nancy Conklin History Gallery, and a collection storage area.
In addition to managing Memento Mori, Farmington’s ancient cemetery on Main Street, and the Village Green, located at the intersection of Routes 4 and 10, the museum also oversees the Scott Swamp Cemetery on Route 6. The Stanley-Whitman House is supported in part by the Farmington Village Green and Library Association.
THIS IS AN ONLINE EVENT - FOR REGISTRATION AND MORE INFORMATION:
Online Book Talk: Sacred Herbs of Yule and Christmas by Ellen Evert Hopman
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Yoga for Resilience
A gentle Yoga practice for those with back issues, those with knee replacements or seek improved stability at the hip and shoulder joints. This also benefits those who seek to mindfully slow the nervous system.
Instructor: Kathy Conyers, Yoga Teacher RYT-500, Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Date and time: Wednesdays, 10-11:15am starting on September 4.
Resilience Yoga will help you develop a strong and flexible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in balance. This class features breath centered movements adapted for all levels of participation.
Each class includes movements/postures to strengthen hip and shoulder stability, breathing exercises and use of some props to allow for modifications and adjustments if needed. You will practice movements in a chair, standing, prone, kneeling and supine.
People who would benefit would include the following:
- Desire to strengthen weak muscles & release tight muscles
- Desire to strengthen hip & shoulder stability
- Desire to slow down the breath/movement to release stress & increase ease
Some of the props you will use will be:
- chair
- block
- strap
- blanket
- spinal strip
What participants should bring: Strap, yoga mat and blanket (some are available to borrow)
Event Fee: $80/per 4 week session or $25/drop in
Payment can be cash, check or paypal via artyoga12@gmail.com
RECOMMENDED TO PREPAY TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT or RSVP Kathy to let her know you're coming: artyoga12@gmail.com
Bio:
Kathy Conyers, Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 hour with Yoga Alliance. I have trained at the Integral Yoga Institute, 200 hour, 1989, the American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hour Certificate, 2007 and Functional Synergy, Yoga Therapy Certificate, 2023. I have experience teaching yoga classes for 34 years with specialties in Yoga for Back Care, Yoga for the Elderly and Pre-Natal Yoga. I have taught Yoga at the Integral Yoga Institute, The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center, The Southington Parks and Recreation, and privately.
Yoga for Resilience
Exhibition curated by Laura Engel, Professor, Duquesne University
Pearls figure prominently in pictures of celebrated and imagined figures across the eighteenth century. Adorning royalty, celebrities, servants, and in fashion plates, the mysterious, opaque, and gleaming white accessory aligns with the mutable, seductive, and threatening emergence of new forms of identity. Worn as jewelry, as embellishments to the body and dress, or embedded in the settings of precious objects – pearls accessorize, highlight, colonize, and perform. As one of the most sought-after commodities of the early modern colonial enterprise, a precious jewel tied to bondage and violence, pearls have a baroque and complex history. Drawing from materials in the Lewis Walpole Library this exhibition will explore the “paradox of pearls” by considering how the varied and often contradictory meanings of this jewel appear in period images and the ways in which practices from the past connect us to the powerful presence of pearls today.
Exhibition: "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century"
Join us for a festive evening in the barn alongside our horses. And take home a beautiful, Holiday wreath!
Tickets: $75 per person
Ticket price includes: Wreath, Decorations, Wine, & Nibbles
For tickets, go to: www.farmingtonpolo.com/events
Holiday Wreath Making
Cosmic Shamanic Sound Healing – Bradford Tilden
Every other Thursday. Please note there is NO CLASS on July 4
Join Bradford Tilden for a deeply restorative and activating Sound Healing Meditation with his voice, crystals/gemstones and crystal bowls. Relax, recharge and release stress and unwanted energies from your body, mind and field.
*Bradford is an agent of change and these are transformational gatherings.
Bradford W. Tilden has been using his voice consciously as a tool for personal energy management and spiritual growth for over 20 years. Blending his voice with the grounding and centering energy of Quartz crystal bowls, he creates powerful, activating channeled sonic transmissions that carry the meditative listener to places of deep cleansing, releasing, purification, energizing, rejuvenation and awakening
Bradford also features Crystal and Gemstone Healing to reach beyond the cellular to the atomic level for truly deep restoration and healing. Stones are passed out to be used during the meditation with the option to purchase for home use.
What to Bring: Bring a blanket, chair or yoga mat. There are some to borrow.
$20 or $25 (pay what you can). PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-healing-meditation-with-bradford-tilden-tickets-671131621747?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Last-minute Walk-ins accepted with cash at door: $30
Parking: Park all the way in the back, at the very last building (keep driving until you see the last building and the driveway ends in a circle. Park in that lot and use the entrance with a short ramp. Follow the signs to the Awakening Room.
About Bradford: Bradford is an internationally recognized composer, pianist and crystal/sound healer. He has produced five albums of healing music to date, and teaches workshops and certification classes in crystal, sound and Universal White Time Healing, an exclusive new healing modality.
His mission is to return people to the awareness that we are all Divine Beings of Love and Light through inspiration, education and activation.
Cosmic Shamanic Sound Healing – Bradford Tilden
13th Octave LaHoChi
With Dr. Eilis Philpott, Master Healer & Teacher
Date and time: Friday December 6th 6:00pm-9pm, Saturday & Sunday, December 7th & 8th 10:30am-6pm
Event Description:
13th Octave LaHoChi is an ancient, powerful high-frequency, quantum healing energy gifted to us by the Archangels and Ascended Masters to heal humanity and Earth. One of the purposes of 13th Octave LaHoChi is to assist us in fulfilling our chosen spiritual and physical journeys in this incarnation, using the Violet Flame of St. Germaine, the Blue Diamond of the Universal Mother, Multi-dimensional healing with Isis, as well sacred geometry, Lemurian crystals, and more.
This training includes Levels 1 & 2:
Level 1 – Self Healing
Level 2 – Practitioner Training
Level 1 – Self Healing
Our approach to teaching this wonderful healing modality is a combination of lecture, hands-on experiential instruction, and discussion. Through meditation, attunement and hands-on exercises students receive:
- Connect with and learn the purpose of the Council of Love
- Join with Source through the portal of the 13th Octave
- Take the journey to connect with the heart of One and learn how to do it on a daily basis
- Learn the history of both the 13th Octave and LaHoChi as separate, distinct energies, followed by the impact of both these powerful energies combining to make the equivalent of a nuclear implosion of healing.
- Receive initiation to the 13th Octave LaHoChi
- Learn how to and practice self healing technique
- Manual included in training
Level 2 – Practitioner Training
Students learn to administer through three hands-on healing sessions how to be a conduit of the 13th Octave LaHoChi healing energies to relieve physical, mental, emotional and spiritual pain and blockages. The result is accelerated healing, a calm mind, and stimulation of spiritual awareness. 13th Octave LaHoChi is also used to accelerate personal growth, to reawaken a sense of joy and to increase an awareness of intuition:
- Connect with St. Germaine and be initiated into his healing school
- Downloading the energy of pure love from Mother Mary in the form of the blue diamond.
- Receive the gifts of Magic, Alchemy and Multi-Dimensionality from Isis
- Review 13th Octave & 13th Octave LaHoChi
- Learn how to give a 13th Octave LaHoChi session and practice on others.
- Learn how to and practice remote healing and many other ways this energy can be used.
- You will connect with many of the Ascended Masters, Archangels, Saints, star brothers and sisters and many more to receive many gifts from them.
- Discover how you can use this energy in combination with other modalities or as a stand alone practice.
- Be guided how YOU are to use this energy.
Upon completion of this training, which includes one on one guidance afterwards in order to become certified you will be fully prepared and certificated to practice 13th Octave LaHoChi, either as a stand-alone healing modality, integrated into your current practice or use in a way that is a fit for your mission.
Our approach to teaching this wonderful healing modality is a combination of initiations, meditations, lecture, hands-on experiential instruction, and discussion.
Manual is included in the training and follow up after the event for certification if desired.
What participants should bring: Registrants will be sent an email 1-2 weeks before the event with a list of anything they need to bring.
Investment: $500
Early Bird $450 if registered by November 31st
$200 Non- Refundable deposit available if unable to pay in full now.
Payment must be made in full prior to the class.
https://soulhealingjourney.com/13th-octave-lahochi-training
(PLEASE NOTE: this link includes all of the centers Eilis teaches at. Be sure to scroll down until you see the section for the Bridge Healing Arts Center)
For questions, please contact Eilis: eilis6262@yahoo.com
Location & Parking: In the Awakening Room. Parking is in the back, at the very last building (where the driveway ends in a circle). Use the entrance with a ramp, and follow signs to the Awakening Room.
To learn more about 13th Octave LaHoChi and Eilis:
13th Octave LaHoChi
13th Octave LaHoChi
With Dr. Eilis Philpott, Master Healer & Teacher
Date and time: Friday December 6th 6:00pm-9pm, Saturday & Sunday, December 7th & 8th 10:30am-6pm
Event Description:
13th Octave LaHoChi is an ancient, powerful high-frequency, quantum healing energy gifted to us by the Archangels and Ascended Masters to heal humanity and Earth. One of the purposes of 13th Octave LaHoChi is to assist us in fulfilling our chosen spiritual and physical journeys in this incarnation, using the Violet Flame of St. Germaine, the Blue Diamond of the Universal Mother, Multi-dimensional healing with Isis, as well sacred geometry, Lemurian crystals, and more.
This training includes Levels 1 & 2:
Level 1 – Self Healing
Level 2 – Practitioner Training
Level 1 – Self Healing
Our approach to teaching this wonderful healing modality is a combination of lecture, hands-on experiential instruction, and discussion. Through meditation, attunement and hands-on exercises students receive:
- Connect with and learn the purpose of the Council of Love
- Join with Source through the portal of the 13th Octave
- Take the journey to connect with the heart of One and learn how to do it on a daily basis
- Learn the history of both the 13th Octave and LaHoChi as separate, distinct energies, followed by the impact of both these powerful energies combining to make the equivalent of a nuclear implosion of healing.
- Receive initiation to the 13th Octave LaHoChi
- Learn how to and practice self healing technique
- Manual included in training
Level 2 – Practitioner Training
Students learn to administer through three hands-on healing sessions how to be a conduit of the 13th Octave LaHoChi healing energies to relieve physical, mental, emotional and spiritual pain and blockages. The result is accelerated healing, a calm mind, and stimulation of spiritual awareness. 13th Octave LaHoChi is also used to accelerate personal growth, to reawaken a sense of joy and to increase an awareness of intuition:
- Connect with St. Germaine and be initiated into his healing school
- Downloading the energy of pure love from Mother Mary in the form of the blue diamond.
- Receive the gifts of Magic, Alchemy and Multi-Dimensionality from Isis
- Review 13th Octave & 13th Octave LaHoChi
- Learn how to give a 13th Octave LaHoChi session and practice on others.
- Learn how to and practice remote healing and many other ways this energy can be used.
- You will connect with many of the Ascended Masters, Archangels, Saints, star brothers and sisters and many more to receive many gifts from them.
- Discover how you can use this energy in combination with other modalities or as a stand alone practice.
- Be guided how YOU are to use this energy.
Upon completion of this training, which includes one on one guidance afterwards in order to become certified you will be fully prepared and certificated to practice 13th Octave LaHoChi, either as a stand-alone healing modality, integrated into your current practice or use in a way that is a fit for your mission.
Our approach to teaching this wonderful healing modality is a combination of initiations, meditations, lecture, hands-on experiential instruction, and discussion.
Manual is included in the training and follow up after the event for certification if desired.
What participants should bring: Registrants will be sent an email 1-2 weeks before the event with a list of anything they need to bring.
Investment: $500
Early Bird $450 if registered by November 31st
$200 Non- Refundable deposit available if unable to pay in full now.
Payment must be made in full prior to the class.
https://soulhealingjourney.com/13th-octave-lahochi-training
(PLEASE NOTE: this link includes all of the centers Eilis teaches at. Be sure to scroll down until you see the section for the Bridge Healing Arts Center)
For questions, please contact Eilis: eilis6262@yahoo.com
Location & Parking: In the Awakening Room. Parking is in the back, at the very last building (where the driveway ends in a circle). Use the entrance with a ramp, and follow signs to the Awakening Room.
To learn more about 13th Octave LaHoChi and Eilis:
13th Octave LaHoChi
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Join the festivities of the season in our popular annual holiday tour of the 1720 historic Stanley-Whitman House decorated for the holidays!
See Stanley-Whitman House in a completely new light for the holidays and join us for a tour of the historic house. Enjoy period dramas performed by our costumed historic interpreters. You will be led through the rooms featuring mini-dramas that tell the story of Christmas in Connecticut within the festively decorated National Historical Landmark historic house.
Tours are timed and begin at 12:00 pm and depart every thirty minutes thereafter, ending with the last tour at 3:30 pm.
Guests may park in the museum's lot, on the street opposite the museum, or at the Barney Library, which is just a short walk away. Plan to spend some time in our Museum Store to do some of your seasonal shopping. Tickets are limited, so purchase your tickets early - this program sells out every year!
Members: $20.00
Non-member: $25.00
// ABOUT STANLEY-WHITMAN HOUSE //
In 1935, Stanley-Whitman House was established as Farmington's first museum. It is a nationally recognized historic house museum and living history center that teaches through the collection, preservation, research, and dynamic interpretation of the history and culture of early Farmington, Connecticut. Programs, events, classes, and exhibits encourage visitors of all ages to immerse themselves in history by doing, acting, questioning, and engaging in colonial life and the ideas that formed the foundation of that culture.
Located in the historic village of Farmington, the museum facility centers on a circa 1720 National Historic Landmark house furnished with period antiques to reflect the everyday activities of Colonial life in Connecticut. Surrounding the house are period-raised bed gardens, an apple orchard, and heritage stone walls.
The public service areas of the museum, constructed in 2004, include a modern classroom, a period tavern room, a post-and-beam Welcome Center, a research library, an exhibit gallery, the Nancy Conklin History Gallery, and a collection storage area.
In addition to managing Memento Mori, Farmington’s ancient cemetery on Main Street, and the Village Green, located at the intersection of Routes 4 and 10, the museum also oversees the Scott Swamp Cemetery on Route 6. The Stanley-Whitman House is supported in part by the Farmington Village Green and Library Association.
FOR REGISTRATION AND MORE INFORMATION:
The 18th Annual Candlelight Tours: Christmas in Farmington, Connecticut
SPECIAL 1 DAY RETREAT FOR YOUR SOUL:
THE DIVINE WITHIN-
Understanding and Accessing Your Own Divine Connection to Spirit
With Jo Jayson: Intuitive Artist, Teacher & Author
Date and time: Sunday Dec 8th from 10am-4pm.
There will be a morning workshop, followed by one-one readings in the afternoon and a trunk show
with Jo's wonderful gifts for your holiday shopping.
We are told often by spiritual teachers that we are divine powerful magnificent souls. Some of us find this a very abstract idea, some can understand this intellectually and most struggle to comprehend and embrace this in any emotional and physical way.
What is the truth of this statement and how can we understand this within all aspects and levels of ourselves?
How does this knowledge and awareness impact our 3D physical human realities and how can we use this consciousness to radically shift and change every aspect of our lives?
Accessing and aligning with the Divinity within each and everyone of us is our key to ultimate empowerment. Intuitive Artist, teacher and author Jo Jayson will share with you information she has channeled via her paintings and writings that will offer you a new perspective on who you really are.
This day is divided into different segments:
10am -12pm=The Divine Within Workshop
12-4pmish for private one-one Intuitive Readings (appointments need to be made ahead of time, number below)
12-4pm Ongoing Trunk show
What participants should bring: note books if they wish but not mandatory
Event Fee: $40
Intuitive Guidance Readings - 25 mins: $55 All reading appointments must be pre-paid via link below. However PLEASE contact the Bridge to schedule your appointment! (860) 404-2578
Possible times available: 12-12.25, 12.30-12.55, 1-1.25, 1.30-1.55, 2-2.25, 2.30-2.55, 3-3.25, 3.30-3.55, 4-4.25 OR 4.30-4.55 (please note that time desired may not be available when you call-be sure to have back up times to choose just in case).
SPECIAL! Workshop & a 25 minute reading: $85
Trunk Show Prices: varies
About the Readings: They are in essence a soul guidance reading. The messages Jo receives tend not to focus on the minute details of your life but focus more on the bigger picture of your direction and path. They will go to the heart of the issue and where you may be tripping yourself up, what you need to heal or embrace or what you need to do to become more of an expression of your highest potential.
About the Trunk Show: Gifts to inspire, heal and empower are all created by Jo herself. These include: Paintings, Prints and Canvases, Wall Hangings, Books, Oracle Decks , Chakra Kits, Decorative Coasters, Greeting Cards (All make UNIQUELY SPECIAL holiday gifts).
Payment link: (there are 3 sections for payment for workshop only, reading only or discounted ticket when you purchase both the workshop and a reading): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-divine-within-special-1-day-retreat-for-your-soul-tickets-998678061967?aff=oddtdtcreator
RSVP deadline: 8PM Dec 7, 2024
Bio:
British born Jo Jayson is a self-taught intuitive artist, teacher and author. She is internationally known and acclaimed for her paintings and channelings of the Sacred Feminine , particularly the Goddess Chakra and Sacred Feminine series, and is the author of the award-winning book ‘Self-Love Through the Sacred Feminine’ and its accompanying oracle deck. Through her channeled paintings she teaches self-healing, self-development and empowerment to women worldwide, and she sells her paintings, prints, guidance cards, and meditation tools internationally. She has lived in New York for over 20 years and continues to expand her work on the Feminine with a new Zodiac series in progress.
https://www.facebook.com/JOJAYSONARTIST2
https://www.instagram.com/jojayson_artist_teacher_author/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoJaysonGoddessArt
Testimonials
“Jo’s profound readings are an experience of deeply connecting to the guides on the other side of the veil. All valuable information and suggestions from Jo were either spot on or have proven to have a significance & positive effect on my life. My reading & her intuitive insights have continued to unfold, guiding me in my dreams, in synchronicity & numerous “aha” moments!. I am deeply grateful for the connection Jo brings as a walker between the worlds of Spirit & the mundane” FT Orcas Island.
“The reading I had with Jo was so incredibly relevant, spot on and eerily correct in every way that I remember being shocked and emotionally moved by the surprise of it. I never expected those that came through but their messages through Jo were uncannily perfect for me. The reading totally helped me shift and change my perspective. Love Jo and all that she does for the world” LS Massachusetts
THE DIVINE WITHIN
13th Octave LaHoChi
With Dr. Eilis Philpott, Master Healer & Teacher
Date and time: Friday December 6th 6:00pm-9pm, Saturday & Sunday, December 7th & 8th 10:30am-6pm
Event Description:
13th Octave LaHoChi is an ancient, powerful high-frequency, quantum healing energy gifted to us by the Archangels and Ascended Masters to heal humanity and Earth. One of the purposes of 13th Octave LaHoChi is to assist us in fulfilling our chosen spiritual and physical journeys in this incarnation, using the Violet Flame of St. Germaine, the Blue Diamond of the Universal Mother, Multi-dimensional healing with Isis, as well sacred geometry, Lemurian crystals, and more.
This training includes Levels 1 & 2:
Level 1 – Self Healing
Level 2 – Practitioner Training
Level 1 – Self Healing
Our approach to teaching this wonderful healing modality is a combination of lecture, hands-on experiential instruction, and discussion. Through meditation, attunement and hands-on exercises students receive:
- Connect with and learn the purpose of the Council of Love
- Join with Source through the portal of the 13th Octave
- Take the journey to connect with the heart of One and learn how to do it on a daily basis
- Learn the history of both the 13th Octave and LaHoChi as separate, distinct energies, followed by the impact of both these powerful energies combining to make the equivalent of a nuclear implosion of healing.
- Receive initiation to the 13th Octave LaHoChi
- Learn how to and practice self healing technique
- Manual included in training
Level 2 – Practitioner Training
Students learn to administer through three hands-on healing sessions how to be a conduit of the 13th Octave LaHoChi healing energies to relieve physical, mental, emotional and spiritual pain and blockages. The result is accelerated healing, a calm mind, and stimulation of spiritual awareness. 13th Octave LaHoChi is also used to accelerate personal growth, to reawaken a sense of joy and to increase an awareness of intuition:
- Connect with St. Germaine and be initiated into his healing school
- Downloading the energy of pure love from Mother Mary in the form of the blue diamond.
- Receive the gifts of Magic, Alchemy and Multi-Dimensionality from Isis
- Review 13th Octave & 13th Octave LaHoChi
- Learn how to give a 13th Octave LaHoChi session and practice on others.
- Learn how to and practice remote healing and many other ways this energy can be used.
- You will connect with many of the Ascended Masters, Archangels, Saints, star brothers and sisters and many more to receive many gifts from them.
- Discover how you can use this energy in combination with other modalities or as a stand alone practice.
- Be guided how YOU are to use this energy.
Upon completion of this training, which includes one on one guidance afterwards in order to become certified you will be fully prepared and certificated to practice 13th Octave LaHoChi, either as a stand-alone healing modality, integrated into your current practice or use in a way that is a fit for your mission.
Our approach to teaching this wonderful healing modality is a combination of initiations, meditations, lecture, hands-on experiential instruction, and discussion.
Manual is included in the training and follow up after the event for certification if desired.
What participants should bring: Registrants will be sent an email 1-2 weeks before the event with a list of anything they need to bring.
Investment: $500
Early Bird $450 if registered by November 31st
$200 Non- Refundable deposit available if unable to pay in full now.
Payment must be made in full prior to the class.
https://soulhealingjourney.com/13th-octave-lahochi-training
(PLEASE NOTE: this link includes all of the centers Eilis teaches at. Be sure to scroll down until you see the section for the Bridge Healing Arts Center)
For questions, please contact Eilis: eilis6262@yahoo.com
Location & Parking: In the Awakening Room. Parking is in the back, at the very last building (where the driveway ends in a circle). Use the entrance with a ramp, and follow signs to the Awakening Room.
To learn more about 13th Octave LaHoChi and Eilis:
13th Octave LaHoChi
Therapists Supporting Therapists
A special support group for mental health providers
With Rio Comaduran, LCSW
Meeting in the Serenity Room
What to expect:
Gather together monthly in a supportive environment where we discuss what is on our minds, overcome personal or professional obstacles and support one another. These meetings are a focus of wellness and community building through supporting each other. There is no requirement to attend each session, come whenever you are able.
Outline:
- 60 minutes of communication & sharing resources, community building, organizing around shared interests
- 30 minutes of sound healing/relaxation (optional)
What participants should bring: yoga mat, pillow & blanket. Some are available to use also.
Event Fee: donation based
About Rio:
Rio is also a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to assist those struggling with anxiety and depression and she graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work with a Master’s in Social Work in 2013, specializing in Community Organizing and International Social Work.
Rio is also an intuitive healer who is committed to helping others. As a certified Usui Reiki Master, Sound Healing practitioner, Past Life Regression hypnotherapist, and clinical hypnotherapist, it is Rio’s goal to continue to promote wellness and transformation, through a variety of healing modalities.
Therapists Supporting Therapists
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Yoga for Resilience
A gentle Yoga practice for those with back issues, those with knee replacements or seek improved stability at the hip and shoulder joints. This also benefits those who seek to mindfully slow the nervous system.
Instructor: Kathy Conyers, Yoga Teacher RYT-500, Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Date and time: Wednesdays, 10-11:15am starting on September 4.
Resilience Yoga will help you develop a strong and flexible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in balance. This class features breath centered movements adapted for all levels of participation.
Each class includes movements/postures to strengthen hip and shoulder stability, breathing exercises and use of some props to allow for modifications and adjustments if needed. You will practice movements in a chair, standing, prone, kneeling and supine.
People who would benefit would include the following:
- Desire to strengthen weak muscles & release tight muscles
- Desire to strengthen hip & shoulder stability
- Desire to slow down the breath/movement to release stress & increase ease
Some of the props you will use will be:
- chair
- block
- strap
- blanket
- spinal strip
What participants should bring: Strap, yoga mat and blanket (some are available to borrow)
Event Fee: $80/per 4 week session or $25/drop in
Payment can be cash, check or paypal via artyoga12@gmail.com
RECOMMENDED TO PREPAY TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT or RSVP Kathy to let her know you're coming: artyoga12@gmail.com
Bio:
Kathy Conyers, Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 hour with Yoga Alliance. I have trained at the Integral Yoga Institute, 200 hour, 1989, the American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hour Certificate, 2007 and Functional Synergy, Yoga Therapy Certificate, 2023. I have experience teaching yoga classes for 34 years with specialties in Yoga for Back Care, Yoga for the Elderly and Pre-Natal Yoga. I have taught Yoga at the Integral Yoga Institute, The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center, The Southington Parks and Recreation, and privately.
Yoga for Resilience
Exhibition curated by Laura Engel, Professor, Duquesne University
Pearls figure prominently in pictures of celebrated and imagined figures across the eighteenth century. Adorning royalty, celebrities, servants, and in fashion plates, the mysterious, opaque, and gleaming white accessory aligns with the mutable, seductive, and threatening emergence of new forms of identity. Worn as jewelry, as embellishments to the body and dress, or embedded in the settings of precious objects – pearls accessorize, highlight, colonize, and perform. As one of the most sought-after commodities of the early modern colonial enterprise, a precious jewel tied to bondage and violence, pearls have a baroque and complex history. Drawing from materials in the Lewis Walpole Library this exhibition will explore the “paradox of pearls” by considering how the varied and often contradictory meanings of this jewel appear in period images and the ways in which practices from the past connect us to the powerful presence of pearls today.
Exhibition: "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century"
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, overstimulation, or frustration please join us. You are not alone! This meditation will help you release your emotions. We create a safe space during our sound healing circles to share our feelings, hold space for each other and relax to the soothing sounds by Kelvin Young RSS (Recovery Support Specialist) and Maria Del Carmen MBA.
The meditative sounds promote healing from chronic stress, muscle tension, physical pain, feelings of anxiety, depression, PTSD, sleep issues, addictive behaviors, unprocessed trauma and other stress-related chronic health conditions.
Purchase tickets Here.
Parking: Parking is in the back, at the very last building. Drive around the building in the back and continue until the driveway ends in a circle. Park in that parking lot and use the entrance with the short ramp. Follow signs to the Awakening Room.
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
Winter Gardeners Book Club
A fun and lively discussion group to discuss Herbal/Earthy related books together
With Jennifer Lima, owner of Bella Vita Alchemy
10/24/24 to 4/24/25 - Second and Fourth Thursdays - 6:30pm to 8pm
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Do you love books? Are you often looking for people to discuss literature with?
This month's book topic: "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Please purchase the book and read one chapter prior to each class (amount of chapters read may vary depending on groups needs).
Why a book club? Book clubs come with hidden bonuses, LOTS of them:
1. You read books you wouldn’t normally pick up.
2. You learn how other readers think, which makes your own reading better.
3. Your knowledge gets a massive boost.
4. You get to socialize and be in the energy of like minds.
5. You get to give yourself permission to take time out to read.
What participants should bring:
Purchase the book and/or audiobook (the author narrates the audio version and is wonderful). Please read chapter one before the first meeting. Bring your thoughts and be ready for conversation. We will choose a second book to read in January.
You can participate in this book club either in person or virtually. Please indicate your preference in the registration. Please note that the first 12 registrants will be able to attend each meeting in person and the rest will need to join virtually. Link has not changed.
Event Fee: $10 per meeting OR $120 for entire series (with $10 discount added)
Payment link: https://buy.stripe.com/bIYcQ22QM6NFf966op
(option to pay per session or for whole series with $10 discount)
RSVP deadline: Two days prior to each class
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Bio:
Jennifer Lima is a certified Health and Wellness Coach and practicing Herbalist. She worked as a Clinical Researcher for almost 30 years before leaving the academic and corporate world to focus completely on what really matters - living an authentic life, connecting to the earth through plants, becoming a steward of nearly forgotten plant- based wellness, and guide for those who wish to be their best selves and thrive in their daily lives. For more information visit my LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferryanlima
Winter Gardeners Book Club
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Join us in our tavern for "Christmas on a New England Whaler" led by Dennis Picard!
// ABOUT THE PROGRAM: CHRISTMAS ON A NEW ENGLAND WHALER //
- Date & Time: Saturday, December 14, 1:00 pm
- Details: Talk
- Location: Stanley-Whitman House
- Admission: Free
Step into the past this December at Stanley-Whitman House with a captivating program titled "Christmas on a New England Whaler" Scheduled for December 14th, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, this talk promises to be an enriching experience, led by Dennis D. Picard, a living history expert with four decades of museum expertise.
During this special afternoon, attendees will have the unique opportunity to unravel the authentic and often surprising realities of early New England Christmases. Unlike the common imagery of evergreen trees, garlands, and Santa Claus, the historical actuality of Christmas in this region is both fascinating and unexpected, blending the heritage and spirit of various cultures.
Dennis Picard will share his extensive knowledge and insights in a narrative that promises to be as educational as it is engaging. The setting for this journey into the past is the historic Whitman Tavern, where Dennis will regale attendees with stories at the hearth.
The special program, which includes a 45-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute question and answer session, is not just an educational experience but also a chance to participate in a lively discussion about the historical nuances of the holiday season.
Dennis Picard's career spans significant roles at institutions like Old Sturbridge Village, Hancock Shaker Village, and Fort Number Four, among others. His background in sociology and museum experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of the lifestyles and folkways of New England, making him an ideal guide for this historical exploration.
The event is free, but donations are greatly appreciated and will be used to support the ongoing programs at Stanley-Whitman House. It's an excellent opportunity for community members and history enthusiasts to come together and delve into the rich tapestry of New England's past while supporting the preservation and educational endeavors of Stanley-Whitman House.
Join us for an afternoon that promises to be as enlightening as it is enjoyable as we discover together the real history of Christmas in New England.
// ABOUT STANLEY-WHITMAN HOUSE //
In 1935, Stanley-Whitman House was established as Farmington's first museum. It is a nationally recognized historic house museum and living history center that teaches through the collection, preservation, research, and dynamic interpretation of the history and culture of early Farmington, Connecticut. Programs, events, classes, and exhibits encourage visitors of all ages to immerse themselves in history by doing, acting, questioning, and engaging in colonial life and the ideas that formed the foundation of that culture.
Located in the historic village of Farmington, the museum facility centers on a circa 1720 National Historic Landmark house furnished with period antiques to reflect the everyday activities of Colonial life in Connecticut. Surrounding the house are period-raised bed gardens, an apple orchard, and heritage stone walls.
The public service areas of the museum, constructed in 2004, include a modern classroom, a period tavern room, a post-and-beam Welcome Center, a research library, an exhibit gallery, the Nancy Conklin History Gallery, and a collection storage area.
In addition to managing Memento Mori, Farmington’s ancient cemetery on Main Street, and the Village Green, located at the intersection of Routes 4 and 10, the museum also oversees the Scott Swamp Cemetery on Route 6. The Stanley-Whitman House is supported in part by the Farmington Village Green and Library Association.
Christmas on a New England Whaler
Reiki Share
With Ada Rios
Reiki is a form of hands-on energy healing. A Reiki share or Reiki circle is a group of Reiki believers who join together to practice Reiki on each other.
Join a group of students in a supervised setting to learn and practice Reiki Healing. In this circle you will get the opportunity to join other student like yourself. If you have ever been interested in energy healing and would like to receive energy from someone else without going through the process of certification then please join us on our monthly Reiki share.
To find out more about the class, ask questions, or register please contact the organizer: Ada Rios
Bridge Healing Arts Center 304 Main St. Farmington, CT 06032 Ste. 406. (860) 751-4114.
Please bring a Donation. Thank you.
Reiki Share
Monthly Spirit Circle-
A supportive and safe space to enhance your psychic abilities or to practice mediumship
With Mindy Schroeder & Lynne Hartwell
3rd Sundays from 12:30-2:00 EXCEPT JUNE-
Join us for an intuitive development circle every third Sunday:
- You’ll have the opportunity to deliver messages to one another with Mindy to help guide you whenever needed.
- Join us on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Let’s explore the depths of your soul and unlock your intuitive gifts together.
- Each month builds upon the previous, however there is always space for people to join us anytime.
Cost: Donation based with suggested donation of $25
REGISTRATION: Please email register to ensure your spot: circle.bound.sister@gmail.com or contact Mindy at 860-707-5211
You can send donations in person or online: https://square.link/u/Q073JB6f?src=sheet
What participants should bring: Comfortable clothing, water and a journal to take notes.
Location & Parking: In the Awakening room. GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Follow the driveway all the way to the very back (long set of buildings) where it ends in a circle. Park there and use the rear entrance at the end of a ramp. Follow signs to the Awakening Room.
Monthly Spirit Circle
Creative Mandala Workshop Series
Enjoy this Seasonal Series exploring the creative art of dotting.
With Sierra Marie Robinson
3rd Sundays each month starting October 20, 1-3pm
A seasonal workshop series focusing on a different subject each month:
October: Pumpkins
November: Leaves/Fall
December: Trees/Holiday theme
Reduce stress & anxiety while enhancing your focus along with strengthening your hand & motor skills.
Great for kids and the kid in all of us!
In this workshop you will:
-Make your own beautiful artwork
-Relax & unwind
-Sip delicious tea while you create
-No artistic ability required
What to bring: a open mind and the desire to create
All materials included
$15
PLEASE RSVP AHEAD OF TIME TO ENSURE YOUR SEAT:
https://paypal.me/smarie444?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US
Bio:
Sierra is a Farmington local who leads meditation workshops in an easygoing & comfortable atmosphere. She has been officially leading meditation classes for 3 years and encourages you to join us in practicing this great gift of calm and peace.
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Tranquility Room.
Creative Mandala Workshop Series
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Yoga for Resilience
A gentle Yoga practice for those with back issues, those with knee replacements or seek improved stability at the hip and shoulder joints. This also benefits those who seek to mindfully slow the nervous system.
Instructor: Kathy Conyers, Yoga Teacher RYT-500, Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Date and time: Wednesdays, 10-11:15am starting on September 4.
Resilience Yoga will help you develop a strong and flexible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in balance. This class features breath centered movements adapted for all levels of participation.
Each class includes movements/postures to strengthen hip and shoulder stability, breathing exercises and use of some props to allow for modifications and adjustments if needed. You will practice movements in a chair, standing, prone, kneeling and supine.
People who would benefit would include the following:
- Desire to strengthen weak muscles & release tight muscles
- Desire to strengthen hip & shoulder stability
- Desire to slow down the breath/movement to release stress & increase ease
Some of the props you will use will be:
- chair
- block
- strap
- blanket
- spinal strip
What participants should bring: Strap, yoga mat and blanket (some are available to borrow)
Event Fee: $80/per 4 week session or $25/drop in
Payment can be cash, check or paypal via artyoga12@gmail.com
RECOMMENDED TO PREPAY TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT or RSVP Kathy to let her know you're coming: artyoga12@gmail.com
Bio:
Kathy Conyers, Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 hour with Yoga Alliance. I have trained at the Integral Yoga Institute, 200 hour, 1989, the American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hour Certificate, 2007 and Functional Synergy, Yoga Therapy Certificate, 2023. I have experience teaching yoga classes for 34 years with specialties in Yoga for Back Care, Yoga for the Elderly and Pre-Natal Yoga. I have taught Yoga at the Integral Yoga Institute, The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center, The Southington Parks and Recreation, and privately.
Yoga for Resilience
Exhibition curated by Laura Engel, Professor, Duquesne University
Pearls figure prominently in pictures of celebrated and imagined figures across the eighteenth century. Adorning royalty, celebrities, servants, and in fashion plates, the mysterious, opaque, and gleaming white accessory aligns with the mutable, seductive, and threatening emergence of new forms of identity. Worn as jewelry, as embellishments to the body and dress, or embedded in the settings of precious objects – pearls accessorize, highlight, colonize, and perform. As one of the most sought-after commodities of the early modern colonial enterprise, a precious jewel tied to bondage and violence, pearls have a baroque and complex history. Drawing from materials in the Lewis Walpole Library this exhibition will explore the “paradox of pearls” by considering how the varied and often contradictory meanings of this jewel appear in period images and the ways in which practices from the past connect us to the powerful presence of pearls today.
Exhibition: "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century"
Cosmic Shamanic Sound Healing – Bradford Tilden
Every other Thursday. Please note there is NO CLASS on July 4
Join Bradford Tilden for a deeply restorative and activating Sound Healing Meditation with his voice, crystals/gemstones and crystal bowls. Relax, recharge and release stress and unwanted energies from your body, mind and field.
*Bradford is an agent of change and these are transformational gatherings.
Bradford W. Tilden has been using his voice consciously as a tool for personal energy management and spiritual growth for over 20 years. Blending his voice with the grounding and centering energy of Quartz crystal bowls, he creates powerful, activating channeled sonic transmissions that carry the meditative listener to places of deep cleansing, releasing, purification, energizing, rejuvenation and awakening
Bradford also features Crystal and Gemstone Healing to reach beyond the cellular to the atomic level for truly deep restoration and healing. Stones are passed out to be used during the meditation with the option to purchase for home use.
What to Bring: Bring a blanket, chair or yoga mat. There are some to borrow.
$20 or $25 (pay what you can). PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-healing-meditation-with-bradford-tilden-tickets-671131621747?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Last-minute Walk-ins accepted with cash at door: $30
Parking: Park all the way in the back, at the very last building (keep driving until you see the last building and the driveway ends in a circle. Park in that lot and use the entrance with a short ramp. Follow the signs to the Awakening Room.
About Bradford: Bradford is an internationally recognized composer, pianist and crystal/sound healer. He has produced five albums of healing music to date, and teaches workshops and certification classes in crystal, sound and Universal White Time Healing, an exclusive new healing modality.
His mission is to return people to the awareness that we are all Divine Beings of Love and Light through inspiration, education and activation.
Cosmic Shamanic Sound Healing – Bradford Tilden
Home Apothecary Series: Fall Herbal Remedies
(this is a continuation of "Make your own home apothecary" classes)
A monthly class series where you make your own herbal remedies
With Jennifer Lima, Herbalist and owner of Bella Vita Alchemy
Third Thursdays 6:30pm to 8pm
October: Immunity for the Cold and Flu Season - everyone will take home what is needed to make elderberry syrup.
November: Gratitude and Thanksgiving - we will talk about native herbs used by Indigenous people and the herbs that came over with the Pilgrims. We will be making some warming teas that foster peace and well-being.
December: Herbs that traditionally were used during Winter Solstice = making simmer pot jars.
Event Description:
This is a monthly class series with a focus on seasonal herbal remedy preparation and creation. In this class you will learn the techniques to grow and process herbs to make herbal remedies- including when to harvest, how to dry and preserve herbs and how to make different products.
Includes items made in class to take home and workbook instructional pages.
In Person Event Fee: $50 (cost covers all materials needed)
Payment link: https://book.stripe.com/8wMbKT74d6VK8PC7ss
Home Apothecary Series: Fall Herbal Remedies
Virtual Classes-please register here: You will be provided with a printable workbook and a list of ingredients needed for the class, or you can opt to purchase the ingredients for an additional fee plus shipping.
link: https://buy.stripe.com/3cs6qz0FPdk8gi4bIM
Jennifer Lima is a Certified Professional Health Coach and Practicing Herbalist. She worked as a Clinical Researcher for almost 30 years before leaving the academic and corporate world to focus completely on what really matters – living an authentic life, connecting to the earth through plants, becoming a steward of nearly forgotten plant- based wellness, and guide for those who wish to be their best selves and thrive in their daily lives. For more information visit my LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferryanlima
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Cafe.
Home Apothecary Series: Fall Herbal Remedies
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
// ABOUT WALTER SALAS-HUMARA //
A Cuban-American whose parents fled Castro’s Havana with him still in the womb, Walter Salas-Humara was raised bilingual across the Florida Straits in Fort Lauderdale. College at the University of Florida in Gainesville and a residency with the Vulgar Boatmen left him with a lifelong habit of Mudcrutch/Tom Petty-style crunchy guitar riffs. Chasing the punk prairie fire to New York just in time to sift through the ashes, he formed The Silos in 1985 with guitarist Bob Rupe and violinist Mary Rowell, plugging the main cable of American rock idiom into the jerry-rigged soundboard of Velvets-era feral experimentalism. The unlikely result, as evidenced by About Her Steps (1986), seminal Cuba (1987), and their RCA debut The Silos (i.e., The One with the Bird on the Cover, 1990), was a loose-limbed conceptual country-rock that, in turn influenced (if not outright inspired) the alt-country No Depression movement just around the corner. The band was voted Best New American Band in Rolling Stone Magazine's Critics' Poll of 1987 and appeared on Late Night with David Letterman in 1990.
// ABOUT THE MUSIC IN THE TAVERN SERIES //
Stanley-Whitman House's Music in the Tavern Series presents artists and shows differently than a club show- instead, our house concert is more up close and personal. All of the artifice is stripped away. There is no stage, no dressing rooms, and no barrier between the performer and the audience. The SWH Music in the Tavern series is more like being one step closer to how music was intended- an artist traveling from town to town, telling stories, and making friends. Come check this out!
Music in the Tavern: Walter Salas-Humara
Death Café
A lively non judgmental space to meet, have a cup of coffee and talk about impermanence.
(This is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session)
with Marie & Marie
Held every fourth Sunday except in September when we will meet on Sept 29th.
From 10AM-12PM in the Hope Studio
A Death Cafe is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session. It's also a lively non judgmental space to meet, have a cup of coffee and talk about impermanence.
Why are we so afraid to talk about death and dying?
What participants should bring: Bring your own favorite tea/coffee cup and a snack to share.
Event Fee: Free.
LIMITED SEATING, RSVP A MUST! Please email Marie at: risingmywings@gmail.com
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Hope Studio.
Death Café
Mending the Sacred Hoop Monthly Drum Circle-NEW TIME 1-3pm
A Shamanic Drum Circle for all levels
Co-Facilitators: Rev. Bruce (EagleHorse) Fagan & Marie Goodine, LCSW
from Rising Wings Counseling & Wellness Center
Monthly (4th Saturday of the month)
NEW TIME! 1-3pm in the Awakening Room
NO September Circle
Oct remains the same (fourth saturdays from 1-3pm)
Circle is switching dates to every fourth Sunday starting Nov 24 from 1-3PM
Through the rhythm of our sacred drums we will restore the heartbeat of the sacred Mother Earth by invoking the wisdom and medicine of our collective ancestors. We will also connect as a community and within ourselves healing energy.
What to bring: Drum or rattle (some will be provided).
Fee: Free will donations are much appreciated
Please let us know you are coming! RSVP: 203-814-1088 ext 1 (general voicemail) or email: risingmywings@gmail.com
NEW DATE Mending the Sacred Hoop Monthly Drum Circle
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Spiritual Alignment
Align with your Soul’s purpose & direction in a safe & supportive environment
With Ryan Drozd, Reiki Master & Sound Healer
Fourth Tuesdays of each month 7pm-8:30pm
(Starting Sept 24th)
Embarking and staying on a spiritual path can be challenging. If you are experiencing doubt or confusion on how to stay aligned with your soul’s purpose and highest truth, this group is for you! Ryan will share his own spiritual experiences, practices, intuition, and grounding methods to help participants discover what lights them up on a soul level. A sense of wholeness is something that must be experienced; developing spiritually makes it easier to see past the mind’s illusions and allow your inner truth to shine!
What participants should bring: A journal, pen, item(s) that help you ground, an open mind and heart.
Event Fee: $10-$15 suggested donation.
PLEASE RSVP: https://soundslikerad.setmore.com/classes/579c0d73-30d5-404e-a836-207482c724fa
For Questions: radliving13@gmail.com
Bio: Ryan has struggled with depression and undiagnosed chronic pain for many years which led him to do much inner work. During this journey, he learned to identify ego vs soul and to trust his heart’s intuition over thoughts created by the mind. Ryan is a Reiki Master, Sound Healer, RYT-200, and eternal student.
Spiritual Alignment
No Classes November and December. See you next year!
Money Conversation Cafe
With Corrin Burke, Certified Money Coach & Women’s Wealth Advisor
• What we’ll do
Are you ready to transform your relationship with money?!? Corrin will explain a little bit of the history of our brains relative to money and why we do and feel the way we do. Corrin will ask thought provoking questions that you may never have considered before. We will have open discussion and create a safe space to explore the answers to your questions.
• What to bring
Journal, pen, open mind, open heart
Important to know
This is a group that upholds compassion, healing and forgiveness in dealing with our money. It is a safe place to bring awareness to light and bring the unconscious to the conscious in dealing with our money. It is a place for conversation and healthy discussion.
• RSVP ARE REQUIRED! By the Tuesday before the event to corrin@successfulwealthstrategies.com
• Cost: FREE But Donations are always appreciated!!
About Corrin: Corrin Gibbs Burke is a holistic financial planner to her core. She created Successful Wealth® Strategies, LLC to help individuals and couples create a healthy, loving relationship, with their money. Having Successful Wealth® is about being and feeling successful with your money wherever you fall on the wealth spectrum. The goal of Successful Wealth® Strategies, LLC is to guide you toward balance and success in your relationship with money.
Contact info:
860-470-6238
Money Conversation Cafe
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, overstimulation, or frustration please join us. You are not alone! This meditation will help you release your emotions. We create a safe space during our sound healing circles to share our feelings, hold space for each other and relax to the soothing sounds by Kelvin Young RSS (Recovery Support Specialist) and Maria Del Carmen MBA.
The meditative sounds promote healing from chronic stress, muscle tension, physical pain, feelings of anxiety, depression, PTSD, sleep issues, addictive behaviors, unprocessed trauma and other stress-related chronic health conditions.
Purchase tickets Here.
Parking: Parking is in the back, at the very last building. Drive around the building in the back and continue until the driveway ends in a circle. Park in that parking lot and use the entrance with the short ramp. Follow signs to the Awakening Room.
Sound Healing with Kelvin Young and Maria Del Carmen
Winter Gardeners Book Club
A fun and lively discussion group to discuss Herbal/Earthy related books together
With Jennifer Lima, owner of Bella Vita Alchemy
10/24/24 to 4/24/25 - Second and Fourth Thursdays - 6:30pm to 8pm
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Do you love books? Are you often looking for people to discuss literature with?
This month's book topic: "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Please purchase the book and read one chapter prior to each class (amount of chapters read may vary depending on groups needs).
Why a book club? Book clubs come with hidden bonuses, LOTS of them:
1. You read books you wouldn’t normally pick up.
2. You learn how other readers think, which makes your own reading better.
3. Your knowledge gets a massive boost.
4. You get to socialize and be in the energy of like minds.
5. You get to give yourself permission to take time out to read.
What participants should bring:
Purchase the book and/or audiobook (the author narrates the audio version and is wonderful). Please read chapter one before the first meeting. Bring your thoughts and be ready for conversation. We will choose a second book to read in January.
You can participate in this book club either in person or virtually. Please indicate your preference in the registration. Please note that the first 12 registrants will be able to attend each meeting in person and the rest will need to join virtually. Link has not changed.
Event Fee: $10 per meeting OR $120 for entire series (with $10 discount added)
Payment link: https://buy.stripe.com/bIYcQ22QM6NFf966op
(option to pay per session or for whole series with $10 discount)
RSVP deadline: Two days prior to each class
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Bio:
Jennifer Lima is a certified Health and Wellness Coach and practicing Herbalist. She worked as a Clinical Researcher for almost 30 years before leaving the academic and corporate world to focus completely on what really matters - living an authentic life, connecting to the earth through plants, becoming a steward of nearly forgotten plant- based wellness, and guide for those who wish to be their best selves and thrive in their daily lives. For more information visit my LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferryanlima
Winter Gardeners Book Club
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
The Revolution
For entrepreneurial minded "Boss Lady" women
Hosted by Lori Theriault, Julie Morgan and Ada Rios
Last Monday of each month from 5:30PM-8PM
First visit FREE
The world moves forward when women empower women.
The Revolution is a women's network for entrepreneurs that delivers RESPONSIVE, RESPECTFUL, RESOURCEFUL, and REVOLUTIONARY support, to disrupt existing markets through innovation. The goal is to provide a stronger and more effective women's support group and network that is currently missing and sorely needed.
Why the Revolution?
- For entrepreneurial minded "Boss Lady" women
- Providing non-judgemental emotional support, effective business advice, and vital networking opportunities
- Resource oriented for faster results
- Supportive and community building networks
- All Industry inclusive
- Promotion of all business offerings
- We walk our talk
- Several "field trips" events are offered to promote greater opportunities for networking
Every woman knows that sometimes all that she needs is just a small nudge of encouragement in the form of timely guidance from another woman.
Yet other times call for coordinated, thoughtful efforts for women in need.
Overview:
5:30-6PM: networking, conversation, buffet table
6PM-7PM: Upcoming announcements and Member Presentations
7PM-8PM: Break out meetings, support, connections.
First Visit FREE: See what we're all about
RSVP Strongly Recommended: contact Lori lori@workitcareers.com
For more info:
Website: https://jointherev.biz/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1079122839744530/
The Revolution
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Reiki Group Meditation with Sound Healing
With Gina Ferrara
Registration will be needed for this event due to the limited number of spaces available. Please feel free to reach out to Gina Ferrara with any questions about the session or about the process of a group Reiki Session.
Reiki alone is a powerful relaxation tool. By adding in the vibrations of the Healing Bowls, the room becomes infused with sound creating an environment for peaceful meditation.
The full session will last an hour though there will be time at the end for questions and comments. Please come 10 minutes early to find your comfortable space and settle in.
Parking will be out back, at the very last building. Drive around until you reach the last building. Use the rear ramp entrance and follow signs to the Awakening Room.
Donations:
- via cash on site
- Venmo @odonatareiki
- via Credit Card or Pay Pal (please use “Pay a Friend”) at the Payment/Donations tab
- Or Donate Here
For more about Gina and this class: https://youtube.com/shorts/sR1jbS9tFCs?si=rKEbcy7gc1UDd9k0
To Register: https://www.odonatareiki.com/events
Reiki Group Meditation with Sound Healing
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Yoga for Resilience
A gentle Yoga practice for those with back issues, those with knee replacements or seek improved stability at the hip and shoulder joints. This also benefits those who seek to mindfully slow the nervous system.
Instructor: Kathy Conyers, Yoga Teacher RYT-500, Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Date and time: Wednesdays, 10-11:15am starting on September 4.Resilience Yoga will help you develop a strong and flexible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in balance. This class features breath centered movements adapted for all levels of participation.
Each class includes movements/postures to strengthen hip and shoulder stability, breathing exercises and use of some props to allow for modifications and adjustments if needed. You will practice movements in a chair, standing, prone, kneeling and supine.
People who would benefit would include the following:
- Desire to strengthen weak muscles & release tight muscles
- Desire to strengthen hip & shoulder stability
- Desire to slow down the breath/movement to release stress & increase ease
Some of the props you will use will be:
- chair
- block
- strap
- blanket
- spinal strip
What participants should bring: Strap, yoga mat and blanket (some are available to borrow)
Event Fee: $80/per 4 week session or $25/drop in
Payment can be cash, check or paypal via artyoga12@gmail.com
RECOMMENDED TO PREPAY TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT or RSVP Kathy to let her know you're coming: artyoga12@gmail.com
Bio:
Kathy Conyers, Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 hour with Yoga Alliance. I have trained at the Integral Yoga Institute, 200 hour, 1989, the American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hour Certificate, 2007 and Functional Synergy, Yoga Therapy Certificate, 2023. I have experience teaching yoga classes for 34 years with specialties in Yoga for Back Care, Yoga for the Elderly and Pre-Natal Yoga. I have taught Yoga at the Integral Yoga Institute, The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center, The Southington Parks and Recreation, and privately.
Yoga for Resilience
Exhibition curated by Laura Engel, Professor, Duquesne University
Pearls figure prominently in pictures of celebrated and imagined figures across the eighteenth century. Adorning royalty, celebrities, servants, and in fashion plates, the mysterious, opaque, and gleaming white accessory aligns with the mutable, seductive, and threatening emergence of new forms of identity. Worn as jewelry, as embellishments to the body and dress, or embedded in the settings of precious objects – pearls accessorize, highlight, colonize, and perform. As one of the most sought-after commodities of the early modern colonial enterprise, a precious jewel tied to bondage and violence, pearls have a baroque and complex history. Drawing from materials in the Lewis Walpole Library this exhibition will explore the “paradox of pearls” by considering how the varied and often contradictory meanings of this jewel appear in period images and the ways in which practices from the past connect us to the powerful presence of pearls today.
Exhibition: "The Paradox of Pearls: Accessorizing Identities in the Eighteenth Century"
Winter Gardeners Book Club
A fun and lively discussion group to discuss Herbal/Earthy related books together
With Jennifer Lima, owner of Bella Vita Alchemy
10/24/24 to 4/24/25 - Second and Fourth Thursdays - 6:30pm to 8pm
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Do you love books? Are you often looking for people to discuss literature with?
This month's book topic: "Braiding Sweetgrass" by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Please purchase the book and read one chapter prior to each class (amount of chapters read may vary depending on groups needs).
Why a book club? Book clubs come with hidden bonuses, LOTS of them:
1. You read books you wouldn’t normally pick up.
2. You learn how other readers think, which makes your own reading better.
3. Your knowledge gets a massive boost.
4. You get to socialize and be in the energy of like minds.
5. You get to give yourself permission to take time out to read.
What participants should bring:
Purchase the book and/or audiobook (the author narrates the audio version and is wonderful). Please read chapter one before the first meeting. Bring your thoughts and be ready for conversation. We will choose a second book to read in January.
You can participate in this book club either in person or virtually. Please indicate your preference in the registration. Please note that the first 12 registrants will be able to attend each meeting in person and the rest will need to join virtually. Link has not changed.
Event Fee: $10 per meeting OR $120 for entire series (with $10 discount added)
Payment link: https://buy.stripe.com/bIYcQ22QM6NFf966op
(option to pay per session or for whole series with $10 discount)
RSVP deadline: Two days prior to each class
(no obligation to attend every discussion-come as often as you wish)
Bio:
Jennifer Lima is a certified Health and Wellness Coach and practicing Herbalist. She worked as a Clinical Researcher for almost 30 years before leaving the academic and corporate world to focus completely on what really matters - living an authentic life, connecting to the earth through plants, becoming a steward of nearly forgotten plant- based wellness, and guide for those who wish to be their best selves and thrive in their daily lives. For more information visit my LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferryanlima
Winter Gardeners Book Club
Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Search for the holy grail in your basement, attic or garage and bring in your treasure and we will tell you what we can of age, value and more.
ANTIQ’S “free” verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire, ANTIQ’S is here to help. With over 30+ years of trusted and valued antique appraising, there is no situation to large or small. We also offer estate consultation, quality evaluations and complete or partial estate liquidations.
ANTIQUE APPRAISAL DAY – FREE “EVERY” Saturday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
ANTIQ’S
Located at the corner of Hyde Rd. and New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT
860-676-2670
https://www.antiqs.com/?page_id=13
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable – thank goodness I didn’t throw it away!
Therapists Supporting Therapists
A special support group for mental health providers
With Rio Comaduran, LCSW
Meeting in the Serenity Room
What to expect:
Gather together monthly in a supportive environment where we discuss what is on our minds, overcome personal or professional obstacles and support one another. These meetings are a focus of wellness and community building through supporting each other. There is no requirement to attend each session, come whenever you are able.
Outline:
- 60 minutes of communication & sharing resources, community building, organizing around shared interests
- 30 minutes of sound healing/relaxation (optional)
What participants should bring: yoga mat, pillow & blanket. Some are available to use also.
Event Fee: donation based
About Rio:
Rio is also a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to assist those struggling with anxiety and depression and she graduated from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work with a Master’s in Social Work in 2013, specializing in Community Organizing and International Social Work.
Rio is also an intuitive healer who is committed to helping others. As a certified Usui Reiki Master, Sound Healing practitioner, Past Life Regression hypnotherapist, and clinical hypnotherapist, it is Rio’s goal to continue to promote wellness and transformation, through a variety of healing modalities.
Therapists Supporting Therapists
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Discover the passion and excitement of Bollywood dance as you groove to the beat and immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable fun.
Instructors: Rohan Shinde and Shradha Gujar
Weekly on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30PM in the Zen Studio
5:30-6:30PM: Ages 4-7
6:30-7:30PM: Adults (18+)
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Bollywood dance and elevate your fitness routine. Learn choreographies to fun and upbeat music as you improve your aerobic abilities and reduce stress. This exhilarating weekly class offers a unique blend of exercise and cultural exploration.
OPTIONAL: there are opportunities to participate in local performances hosted by Qala Creations throughout the year (costumes and gear included with class tuition-GREAT VALUE!).
What to bring: Water, comfortable clothing to move/dance in (exercise/yoga clothes work well), sneakers or supportive footwear for dance.
Price: $20.00 per class or pre-pay for the entire month on the first class/month. $80 for a 4 week month or $100 for a month with 5 weeks.
Payment Options: Cash at door or Zelle: 860.278.9461 (Shradha Gujar)
Bios:
Renowned instructor and director Rohan inspires dancers of all ages and abilities with his infectious passion for Bollywood dance. Committed to spreading the joy and beauty of this vibrant art form, Rohan fosters a supportive community that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and cultural exchange
Shradha's mastery of dance transcends genres, encompassing both classical and contemporary styles. Her exceptional skills and unwavering enthusiasm have made her a beloved figure in the dance community. As an inspiring instructor and director, Shradha nurtures her students' creativity and fosters a supportive environment where they can flourish
Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrance and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Zen Studio is the black building with the red door that is right at the 3rd parking area to the right when you pull off of main st.
Park anywhere in the first 3 parking areas (there are some spaces right in front of or near the Zen Studio for parking).
Bollywood Dance Classes with Qala Creations
Yoga for Resilience
A gentle Yoga practice for those with back issues, those with knee replacements or seek improved stability at the hip and shoulder joints. This also benefits those who seek to mindfully slow the nervous system.
Instructor: Kathy Conyers, Yoga Teacher RYT-500, Certificate in Yoga Therapy
Date and time: Wednesdays, 10-11:15am starting on September 4.Resilience Yoga will help you develop a strong and flexible spine, feel ease in your joints, and be steady in balance. This class features breath centered movements adapted for all levels of participation.
Each class includes movements/postures to strengthen hip and shoulder stability, breathing exercises and use of some props to allow for modifications and adjustments if needed. You will practice movements in a chair, standing, prone, kneeling and supine.
People who would benefit would include the following:
- Desire to strengthen weak muscles & release tight muscles
- Desire to strengthen hip & shoulder stability
- Desire to slow down the breath/movement to release stress & increase ease
Some of the props you will use will be:
- chair
- block
- strap
- blanket
- spinal strip
What participants should bring: Strap, yoga mat and blanket (some are available to borrow)
Event Fee: $80/per 4 week session or $25/drop in
Payment can be cash, check or paypal via artyoga12@gmail.com
RECOMMENDED TO PREPAY TO ENSURE YOUR SPOT or RSVP Kathy to let her know you're coming: artyoga12@gmail.com
Bio:
Kathy Conyers, Registered Yoga Teacher at the 500 hour with Yoga Alliance. I have trained at the Integral Yoga Institute, 200 hour, 1989, the American Viniyoga Institute, 500 hour Certificate, 2007 and Functional Synergy, Yoga Therapy Certificate, 2023. I have experience teaching yoga classes for 34 years with specialties in Yoga for Back Care, Yoga for the Elderly and Pre-Natal Yoga. I have taught Yoga at the Integral Yoga Institute, The Bristol Hospital Wellness Center, The Southington Parks and Recreation, and privately.