APRIL EVENTS
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| Click on the following dates to move through this document. Also see a summary of Fairs. The "Listers" page includes groups or individuals with multiple event listings. General information, addresses and phone numbers are provided there rather than in each listing. THURSDAY, APRIL 1 APRIL FOOL'S DAY NEW HARTFORD - Passiflora Tea Room and Herbal Shoppe Integrative Medicine for Arthritis Sufferers - SHAWN CARNEY Osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease, is the most common form of arthritis disease and affects a large proportion of the population over 40 years of age. Dr. Shawn M. Carney, a naturopathic physician, will discuss how osteoarthritis develops, where osteoarthritis is commonly found, and how it varies from other less common forms of arthritis. Dr. Carney will also discuss the most common avenues of osteoarthritis management such as nutritional supplements, exercise, and physical therapies. Come early for a light dinner, tea, and conversation. Call for info (860) 379-TEAS. Visit website at www.passiflorateas.com. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: FREE THURSDAY - SATURDAY, APRIL 1 - 3 WEST HARTFORD - Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center Holy Week Triduum Retreat for Men and Women Our Holy Week Triduum Retreat begins with a buffet dinner on Holy Thursday and offers solitude and peace to enter deeply into the most sacred days of the Christian year. Silence is optional. The retreat centers on the liturgical celebration of the Paschal Mystery of Christ's death and resurrection and will include presentations by members of the retreat team, time for private prayer and reflection, opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Register at www.holyfamilyretreat.org or send the offering to HFPRC, 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford, CT 06107. Holy Family is located behind and down the street from UConn Health Center. Information is available at (860) 521-0440. See Listers. Time: Thursday beginning buffet 6:30 to 8 p.m. through Saturday 12 noon, although retreatants are welcome to remain at Holy Family for the Easter Vigil Mass on Holy Saturday night at 8 p.m. Cost: $210-250 FRIDAY, APRIL 2 GLASTONBURY - Sacred Rivers Yoga Native American Shamanic Healing And Practice - KESHAV HOWE This evening event is open to people who want to explore some shamanic methods of healing themselves and others. We will embrace and employ our inner resources (power animals and teachers), from a traditional Native American framework. These spirit guides assist us to uncover that part of our divine essence that is full of wisdom, pure compassion and unconditional love. Deeply perceptive shamanic insights will revealed during the course of the evening - all of us will experience profound healings. This workshop is for those with little or no experience with shamanic meditation. Please note that the specific content of this workshop is different every time offered! See Listers. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $20 cash only GUILFORD - Shoreline Center for Wholistic Health Concert of Holographic Sound Healing and Quartz Crystal Bowls - RANDEANE TETU Experience the benefits of voice and quartz crystal bowl holographic sound healing to stimulate healing at a very deep level. Simply by listening, you'll experience the benefits for clearing, balancing, and uplifting your entire energy system. For information or if the weather is questionable for travel, please check with Randeane at (860) 345-4226 a few hours before the event to see that it is being held as scheduled. Held at 35 Boston Street behind storefronts. See Listers. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 donation SATURDAY, APRIL 3 WATERTOWN - The Metaphysical/Holistic Center Psychic Fair Readings are $20 for 20 minutes or $40 for a 40-minute session. Taped sessions are $2 extra for the tape. You may call and reserve your reading early by calling (860) 274-9250. The Metaphysical and Holistic Center has been holding psychic fairs in CT since 1994. We carefully screen our readers and do not accept scamming here at the center. Held at 24 Depot Street. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. SUNDAY, APRIL 4 EASTER MIDDLETOWN - Knight People Psychic Fair Featuring Astrology to Zulu Bones and the New Digital Aura Photography system with 22 page auric interpretation. See Listers TUESDAY APRIL 6 WALLINGFORD - The L.O.V.E. Institute Astral Travel - GAYLE FRANCESCHETTI Learn to safely travel the mental and ethereal realms to free yourself from the limitations of the earth's plane and the laws of time and space. To register or for more information please contact Gayle @203-265-2927, email sunnispirit@sbcglobal.net, or visit www.return2love.net. Held at 36 Cheshire Road. See Listers. Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $25 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7 GLASTONBURY - simply fitness for the spirit, mind and body Healing in Harmony Night - PRISCILLA BENGTSON Stop by the center for a healing service. Participants will sit individually with Priscilla and receive a healing. Each healing will be approximately 8 - 10 minutes. You will be served in the order in which you enter the center. The healing services are offered one night each month. For information please call (860) 3011468 or visit www.simplyfitnessonline.com. Time: 5 to 7 p.m. Cost: FREE NORWICH - Pandora's Box Lies vs. Truth - SANDRA DIAMOND Enter the world of the skeptic. Learn how the stories we tell ourselves supports our inner wounds. Discover techniques to break negatives patterns and habits. Step into a world of freedom and truth! See Listers. Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: $20 WALLINGFORD - Spirit of Light Journey Through A Course In Miracles - CATHY CAMERA The first of 12 sessions. Master Clairvoyant Medium, Cathy Camera, student and teacher of A Course In Miracles, will take you through the origins and principles of this complex teaching. During this 12-week program you will learn how to apply these teachings to your life to gain a greater sense of inner peace and Spiritual insight. 12 person maximum. Workbook included. Pre-registration is requested. Held at 1161 S. Broad Street. Contact at (203) 641-3371. Visit www.thespiritoflight.org. See Listers. Time: 7 to 9:30 p.m. Cost: $144 THURSDAY, APRIL 8 BRISTOL - Church of Eternal Light German Long Sword - LAURA AND BRIAN DODGE AND THE WITCHES COUNCIL The first of 4 classes. Learn the art of Swordsmanship from accomplished teachers. Questions or to pre-register Contact Rev. Robin (860) 212-4877, Rev. Bonnie (860) 690-2257, Rev. Pam (860) 416-4459, Rev. Laura (860) 379-2991, Rev. Sassy (860) 378-9583. For more information or directions: www.churchofeternallight.com. Time: 7 p.m. Cost $25 per person per night. HARTFORD (near Wethersfield border) Transformational Workshop - DEBRA FRANKLIN, LCSW Learn progressive psychotherapy approaches (inner childwork, energy psychology) to free your inner self to experience life with renewed love, joy, enthusiasm, and confidence. Visit www.progressivepsychotherapy.com or call (860) 413-9249 for more information and to pre-register. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $25 (some sliding scale possible) MANCHESTER - Manchester Community College Spiritual Awakening 101 - DORY DZINSKI, LPC Do you feel odd and disconnected? Do you feel that you are not quite on the same wave length as those around you? Do you experience synchronicity and "meaningful coincidences" in your life on a regular basis? Spiritual awakenings can bring unusual occurrences into your life that you may have questions about. Some believe that spirituality is the same as having specific religious beliefs, but it is much more than that. Spirituality deals with your interconnectedness with yourself, those around you, nature, religion, the unseen, the universe, and so much more. Let's talk about many of the possibilities that can be experienced through an awakening and help you understand that all of this is a normal part of the awakening process. Please bring some of your experiences to class to share, as well as your journal. Contact Manchester Community College for registration at (860) 512-2800 or online at www.mcc.commnet.edu. Visit Dory's website at www.dorydzinski.com< Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Cost: $35 WALLINGFORD - The L.O.V.E. Institute Realigning with Your Divine Feminine - GAYLE FRANCESCHETTI The first of 5 classes. Deepen the connection to the power of your Divine Feminine Energy. All of us (both male and female) hold this profound essence within. Align with and honor this Sacred Presence that resides in all of creation. Through the use of ceremonies, meditations, dance and other modalities you will be able to heighten your awareness of the Divine Feminine that is within you. Reawaken to your ancient wisdom of this great creative force in the universe. For more information please contact Gayle (203) 265-2927, email sunnispirit@sbcglobal.net, or visit www.return2love.net. Held at 36 Cheshire Road. Other classes held on April 15, 22, 29 and May 8. See Listers. Time 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost $97 for all 5 sessions (creative financing available) FRIDAY, APRIL 9 DANBURY - A Common Ground Studio I Candlewood Sacred Circle Dance Renew your spirit of community through dance. Dance for joy, for peace, for meditation and for fun! Dances from many cultures, as well as contemporary pieces created in the spirit of ancient folk dance. All dances taught - no experience or partners necessary. Held the second Friday of every month at 346 Main Street (behind and below the Elks, look for the red door). Off-street parking. Call (203) 947-2213 and leave a message requesting info and/or directions or e-mail: OpalDance@yahoo.com. Visit http://CWcircledance.wetpaint.com. Time: 8:15 to 9:45 p.m. Cost: $5 suggested donation GLASTONBURY - Sacred Rivers Yoga Sound Healing Intensive - KESHAV HOWE An evening to immerse yourself in the sacred space of a deep sea of divine consciousness - in a meditational bath of sound healing where Humanity merges with Spirit. Instruments to facilitate the trip into the infinite will include bronze gongs, Himalayan singing bell bowls, sacred conches, Peruvian whistling vessels, shamanic drums, rattles and primal overtone sounds. You can expect to experience a deep sense of relaxation. This intensive workshop is open to people who want to explore a traditional Himalayan method of connecting with the spirit of unity. See Listers. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $20 cash only NEW HARTFORD - Passiflora Tea Room and Herbal Shoppe Spring Cleanse - LAURA ROY Each year, the average American consumes more than 4 pounds of chemical preservatives and food additives. How can we overcome the effects of living in such a toxic environment? Find out how a cleanse can be as easy as sipping a cup of herbal tea, without harsh side effects that rely on laxatives, with benefits that can include a deeper sleep, more energy less swelling, brighter complexion, improved digestion and elimination. Laura Roy has a BS in Biology from SJC, with additional graduate coursework in genetics and environmental toxicology. Laura represents the nutritional and supplements company Flora and has worked in the health food industry for 6 years. Come early for a light dinner, tea, and conversation. Call for info (860) 379-TEAS. Visit website at www.passiflorateas.com. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: FREE WALLINGFORD - Spirit of Light Private Group Reading - PATTI SINCLAIR Be a part of a private group reading with one of New England's most sought after spiritual mediums! In a small group reading all participants will receive a message. The intimacy and depth of this event will leave you speechless and in touch with your loved ones in a way you had only before dreamed could happen! Only 10 guests may attend so be sure to reserve your space early. NO more than two family members may sit in the group reading together. Check out Patti every other Monday on HOT 93.7 FM. Pre-registration required Held at 1161 S. Broad Street. Contact at (203) 641-3371. Visit www.thespiritoflight.org. See Listers. Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: $80 FRIDAY - SATURDAY, APRIL 9 - 10 MERIDEN - The L.O.V.E. Institute Heart Mind Wisdom Group - GAYLE FRANCESCHETTI Clear a path to learn, use, and live from your "heart-mind" in everyday life. Discussions using the underlying core beliefs of the Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, as well as the ancient wisdom of other modalities and experiential activities will lead to a deeper understanding of the belief that by living life with awareness, we are creating the world in which we live. The objective of this gathering is to assist students in rediscovering their Divine authentic self - to reconnect with their core essence - that of unconditional love - where the heart is in direct communication with the soul. To register or for more information please contact Gayle at (203) 265-2927, email sunnispirit@sbcglobal.net, or visit www.return2love.net. Held at 31 Carriage Drive. Time: Friday 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $175 per weekend (creative financing available) FRIDAY - SUNDAY, APRIL 9 - 11 LONGMEADOW, MA - Univeralist Unitarian Society Weekend of Transformation - The Fox Center Your life will never be the same! Join us for our Weekend of Transformation and get in touch with "the spiritual YOU." We've planned a variety of classes to help you get in touch with your higher self, learn about your energy and how to use it, and discover your "hidden gifts and talents." Check our web site for a complete listing of the many weekend events - www.thefoxcenterfsa.com. Held at 245 Porter Lake Drive. SATURDAY, APRIL 10 WALLINGFORD - Spirit of Light Introduction To The Chakra System - KERRI MITCHELL In this class, Master Intuitive Psychic, Kerri Mitchell, will introduce the 7 core chakras, their meanings, functions, psychological properties, and process of alignment. This is a great beginners class for anyone interested in learning about the basics of the energy body. Held at 1161 S. Broad Street. Contact at (203) 641-3371. Visit www.thespiritoflight.org. See Listers. Time: 1 to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $36 WEST HARTFORD - Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center Retreat Day of Mindfulness and Self-Care for Women In this retreat, women will learn how to reduce their stress level and feel more energized. The retreat will include meditation, prayer, gentle movement, journaling, and group discussion. All ages and levels of experience are welcome. Presenter Cheryl Jones-Reardon holds a Master's Degree in Exercise Science from the University of Connecticut and a Certificate in Spirituality from St. Joseph College. Register at www.holyfamilyretreat.org or send the offering to HFPRC, 303 Tunxis Rd., West Hartford, CT 06107. Located behind and down the street from UConn Health Center. Information is available at (860) 521-0440. See Listers. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $60 includes lunch SATURDAY - SUNDAY, APRIL 10 - 11 WETHERSFIELD - CT Herbal Institute Certifed Chinese Herbology Program Start - LAURA MIGNOSA, NCCH This program runs 9 weekends in one year and is a pre-requisite course in Chinese Theory and Terminology needed to begin study. Learn the fundamentals of Chinese Medicine as well as the diagnostic principles for the therapeutic use of over 150 herbs and more than 35 Chinese herbal formulas. See Listers for registration and contact information. Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $2,395 SUNDAY, APRIL 11 FAIRFIELD - Fairfield Inn Psychic Fair - PROGRAMS FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT I-95, Exit 22-23 to 417 Post Road. Call (203) 255-0491 for directions. See www.ctpsychics.com. Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. MIDDLEFIELD - Eckankar Temple of Connecticut The Gifts of Spiritual Awareness Worship service for all who love God. Led by an ECK clergy,the worship service includes music and talks with fellowship and refreshments afterwards. For information: (860) 346-2226 or website: www.ct-eckankar.org. Time: 10 to 11:15 a.m. MIDDLEFIELD - Eckankar Temple of Connecticut Spiritual Wisdom on Conquering Fear A free workshop consisting of spiritual exercises to help understand and overcome your fears. (203) 776-1594 or (860) 212-3705 for information. Time: 12:30 to 2 p.m. MILFORD - Magik Mirror Psychic Fair Come join us! The fair is held outdoors, weather permitting. If there's rain, please call first. Held at 234 New Haven Avenue. Call for more information at (203) 876-8832 or visit www.themagikmirror.com. See Listers. Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $20 WALLINGFORD - Spirit of Light Understanding the Difference Between Psychic and Medium - KERRI MITCHELL, CATHY CAMERA This class will offer the definition of a Psychic and a Medium. Discussions on Clairvoyance, Clairaudience, and Clairsentience. Sample readings with Master Intuitive Psychic, Kerri Mitchell and Master Clairvoyant Medium, Cathy Camera. Teens welcome. Held at 1161 S. Broad Street. Contact at (203) 641-3371. Visit www.thespiritoflight.org. See Listers. Time: 2 to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $36 WETHERSFIELD - CT Herbal Institute Acupressure for Simple Health Issues - MARYBETH KEENER, LMT, CHEM, CCH Learn simple acupressure routines to address headaches, migraines, sinusitis, neck and shoulder pain and more. Other class held on April 25. This class offers 4 CEUs. See Listers for registration and contact information. Time: 6 to 8 p.m. Cost: $49 MONDAY, APRIL 12 MANCHESTER - Manchester Community College Building On Balance: Chakra Studies - DORY DZINSKI, LPC The first of four classes. The body is composed of many systems, for example, the respiratory and pulmonary systems. But are you aware that the body is also regulated through an energetic system? There are 7 main chakras that act as the main energetic life force centers of our bodies. When they are in balance, life is easy and effortless. When they are not, life can be challenging and it may feel like you are swimming against the current. This series presents many aspects of each energy center, how to tell if you are balanced, and numerous exercises to bring yourself back into balance. Many handouts on each chakra are provided. Other classes held on April 19 and 26, and May 3. Visit Dory's website at www.dorydzinski.com Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: $90 TUESDAY, APRIL 13 CROMWELL - Facilitated Healing Center Yoga Studio Concert of Holographic Sound Healing and Quartz Crystal Bowls - RANDEANE TETU Experience the benefits of voice and quartz crystal bowl holographic sound healing to stimulate healing at a very deep level. Simply by listening, you'll experience the benefits for clearing, balancing, and uplifting your entire energy system. For information or if the weather is questionable for travel, please check with Randeane at (860) 345-4226 a few hours before the event to see that it is being held as scheduled. Held at 211 Shunpike Road. See Listers. Time: 4:45 p.m. Cost: $10 donation WALLINGFORD - The L.O.V.E. Institute Meditating with the Masters - GAYLE FRANCESCHETTI Enhance your meditation practice by meditating in the vibration of the Archangels and Ascended Masters. These Divine beings will be guiding and supporting you on your quest in discovering you true authentic self. By allowing yourself to be in the presence of these Divine beings, you open yourself to higher vibrational changes and heightened clarity. Held at 36 Cheshire Road. To register or for more information please contact Gayle at (203) 265-2927, email sunnispirit@sbcglobal.net, or visit www.return2love.net. Other classes held on April 26, May 10 and 25. See Listers. Time 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost $25 each session WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14 NEW MOON NORWICH - Pandora's Box How to Develop Psychic Abilities - NANCY LONG Nancy is a natural medium and is called the "Angel Lady" because she works with and communicates with Angels. She will cover how to communicate with Angels and how to use your psychic skills to reach spirit guides and loved ones who have passed over, and much more. No experience is necessary. See Listers. Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: $25 WEST HARTFORD - Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center Another World is Possible, Even for Women and Girls! - SR. MARY ANN STRAIN, CP Women's evening retreat. Pope Benedict XVI's new encyclical Caritas in Veritate offers a new vision of economics, politics and society based on a shared duty to care for humanity and the environment. Catholics are obliged to take seriously Pope Benedict's message that another world is possible. We'll take a look at how this encyclical links traditional moral theology with the challenges facing women and girls throughout the world today, particularly trafficking, child labor, violence, poverty and the effects of climate change. The program includes a buffet dinner, presentation, dialogue and Liturgy. Located behind and down the street from UConn Health Center. Register at www.holyfamilyretreat.org or send name and address to HFPRC, 303 Tunxis Rd., West Hartford, CT 06107. Information is available at (860) 521-0440. See Listers Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Cost: $30 includes dinner THURSDAY, APRIL 15 ELLINGTON - The Alliance For Holistic Living Past Life Regression Therapy - NORTON BERKOWITZ, PHD Learn how past lives have the power to heal and eliminate many illnesses through this regression process. Held at Spirit Matters, LLC, 19 Pinney St., Ellington, CT, norberk@aol.com, (860) 875-1969. See www.afhlnow.org for full schedule. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: FREE MIDDLETOWN - Church of the Holy Trinity Concert of Holographic Sound Healing and Quartz Crystal Bowls - RANDEANE TETU Experience the benefits of voice and quartz crystal bowl holographic sound healing to stimulate healing at a very deep level. Simply by listening, you'll experience the benefits for clearing, balancing, and uplifting your entire energy system. For information or if the weather is questionable for travel, please check with Randeane at (860) 345-4226 a few hours before the event to see that it is being held as scheduled. Held at 381 Main Street. See Listers. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 donation NEW HARTFORD - Passiflora Tea Room and Herbal Shoppe Healing and Strengthening with Clean Food - TERRY WALTER Take a closer look at how stress creates imbalance and disease, and what we can do to regain and maintain good health. We'll talk about how stress is not always a bad thing, how the body responds, and how we can change the response. All this will be seasoned with a healthy dose of healing and strengthening with Clean Food. We will be serving a vegatarian Spring seasonal dinner from Terry's cookbook, Clean Foods. Call for info (860) 379-TEAS. Visit website at www.passiflorateas.com. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: Fixed price of $11.99, half the proceeds from 5 to 9 p.m. will go towards Urban Oaks Farm, New Britain, CT. WALLINGFORD - Spirit of Light The Power of Now - CATHY CAMERA Cathy Camera will introduce Eckhart Tolle's body of work. At the core of his teachings lies the transformation of consciousness, a spiritual awakening that he sees as the next step in human evolution. An essential aspect of this awakening consists in transcending our ego-based state of consciousness to an enlightened state of being available to us in the NOW. Learn some tools of how to accomplish this enlightened state of being. Held at 1161 S. Broad Street. Contact at (203) 641-3371. Visit www.thespiritoflight.org. See Listers. Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: $25 WETHERSFIELD - Astrological Society of Connecticut, Inc. The 60s Are Coming - PRISCILLA COSTELLO Liberation movements, protests, dramatic social and cultural changes - the influence of the dynamic decade of the 60's is still felt. Its energy is reappearing in 2010. A look back can help us see what to anticipate in the coming years. Priscilla Costello, a Canadian astrologer and author of The Weiser Concise Guide to Practical Astrology, explains the current and upcoming interactions of Saturn, Uranus and Pluto, looking also at how their indications affect birth charts. For location and contact info, See Listers. Time: 7 p.m. (pre-lecture 6 p.m.) Cost: Free for ASC members, $10 for non-members, students half price; Pre-lecture Free for ASC members, $5 additional for non-members, students half price FRIDAY, APRIL 16 DANBURY - A Common Ground Studio I Candlewood Sacred Circle Dance A relaxing place to become more familiar with Middle Eastern Percussion Instruments and Rhythms. Bring your hand drums: dumbek, riq/tambourine, tar/frame, zills/finger cymbals, etc. African, make-shift and other instruments welcome, technique will be Arabic. Guided and Open drumming. Mixed levels. Held on the third Friday every month at 346 Main Street (behind and below the Elks, look for the red door). Off-street parking. Call (203) 947-2213 and leave a message requesting info and/or directions or e-mail: OpalDance@yahoo.com. http://cwcircledance.wetpaint.com/page/MEdrumming Time: 8:15 to 9:30 p.m. Cost: $5 suggested donation GLASTONBURY - Sacred Rivers Yoga Entering The Blue Wisdom Realm - Hail To Krishna - KESHAV HOWE The personhood of Krishna is not an idea invented by human beings naively creating a God in their own image. Nor is personhood a limiting concept when applied to God, or the Absolute Truth. The pure energy of Krishna's magical flute is the vehicle he uses to invite us all to bridge the gap between the finite and infinite. This evening we will play in the vast sea of blue wisdom consciousness. Hauntingly soulful flute music will guide us all into stillness. This intensive workshop is open to people who want to explore a traditional Hindu method of connecting with the spirit of unity. Join us as we take the plunge. See Listers. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $20 cash only MANCHESTER - The Guild Program to be Announced Monthly programs on metaphysical and holistic topics. Programs held at The Center for Progressive Therapies, 192 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT. For upcoming programs and directions see www.theguildct.org. See Listers. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $15 with discounts available WALLINGFORD - Spirit of Light Healing Through Dance - KERRI MITCHELL Create your centering balance through the free movement of Dance. You are welcome to share your favorite piece of music with the class. Dress in comfortable clothing. 13-person max. Held at 1161 S. Broad Street. Contact at (203) 641-3371. Visit www.thespiritoflight.org. See Listers. Time: 7 to 9:30 p.m. Cost: $20 - all ages SATURDAY, APRIL 17 GLASTONBURY - Science of Spirituality Meditating for Consciousness Taking it to the next step. This profound workshop with mystic meditation awakens us to our potential and shows us how to tap unbounded spiritual energy. To register call (860) 487-3597. Time: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cost: FREE - includes meditation and veggie lunch MIDDLETOWN - Astrological Society of Connecticut, Inc. Aspect Patterns: Geometry of the Soul - PRISCILLA COSTELLO As planets glide around the Sun, they move periodically into certain pre-defined geometric relationships to one another. Canadian astrologer and author Priscilla Costello explains the implications of planets linked together into major connections that reveal your inner psyche, your life challenges and life purpose, as well as potential outer circumstances and events. For location and contact info, See Listers. Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $40 for ASC members, $50 for non-members MILFORD - Howard Johnson Psychic Fair - PROGRAMS FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT I-95, Exit 39A, turn R, 1052 Post Rd. Call (203) 878-4611 for directions. See www.ctpsychics.com. Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m SUNDAY, APRIL 18 BRISTOL - Church of Eternal Light Earth Day Celebration Celebrate the Wheel of the Year. Public Circle open to all and family friendly. Circle Etiquette is required. Please bring a dish to share. Questions Contact Rev. Robin (860) 212-4877, Rev. Bonnie (860) 690-2257, Rev. Pam (860) 416-4459, Rev. Laura (860) 379-2991, Rev. Sassy (860) 378-9583 For more information or directions: www.churchofeternallight.com Time: 2 p.m. HAMDEN - Gifts By Moonlight Psychic Fair Choose from one of our gifted readers for a reading or take a class on many different topics. Visit our angel store or browse our many vendors/crafters.Classes are $20 for one hour and readings are $20/20 mins. Reading always available in the store. Visit our website at www.giftsbymoonlight.com. Held at 4133 Whitney Ave. Contact (203) 230-8972. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. NEWTOWN - Santosha Yoga Center Intuitives and Healers Exposition Brought to you by Trinity Production - bringing you quality expos since 2001. Please check our website for details on facilitators, location, directions, etc. and other events www.trinityproduction.org. Held at 27 Hawleyville Road. Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m SHELTON - Holiday Express Psychic Fair - PROGRAMS FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Rte. 8, Exit 12, L for 780 Bridgeport Ave. Call (203) 925-1500 for directions. See www.ctpsychics.com. Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. SOUTH WINDSOR - Unity Church of Greater Hartford Creating Fulfilling Relationships - DR. MICHAEL MIRDAD For more info call (860) 289-8963. Time: 12 noon to 3:30 p.m. TUESDAY, APRIL 20 SOUTH WINDSOR - Unity Church of Greater Hartford An Evening of Miracles - DR. MICHAEL MIRDAD For more info call (860) 289-8963. Time: 7 to 9 p.m. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21 GLASTONBURY - simply fitness for the spirit, mind and body Meet your Angels and Spirit Guides - PRISCILLA BENGTSON Receiving spiritual guidance is easier when you understand who you are connecting with. During this workshop you will learn about your primary spiritual guides and guardian angels. Through meditation, we will meet them and receive information from them on how they would like to work with you. To register, please call (860) 301-1468 or visit www.simplyfitnessonline.com. Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $45 NORWICH - Pandora's Box Past Life Regression - SANDRA DIAMOND Regression into other planes of existence, lives already lived and lives yet to be lived, helps us heal the issues we are dealing with in the here and now. Sandy will lead a regression, through which all can experience past life memories. See Listers. Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: $30 THURSDAY, APRIL 22 NEW HARTFORD - Passiflora Tea Room and Herbal Shoppe Clean Energy for Earth Day - JUDI FRIEDMAN Judi Friedman, Chair of PACE (People's Action for Clean Energy) will discuss the latest net zero energy homes and residential ideas for saving energy. Included in the discussion will be a Radalert (radiation measuring device), a Trifield meter (for electro-magnetic measurement), a marvelous Thermal Leak Detector, a model solar house, and handouts on a variety of environmental energy topics. Green is hte new red, white and blue! Come early for a light dinner, tea, and conversation. Call for info (860) 379-TEAS. Visit website at www.passiflorateas.com. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: FREE FRIDAY, APRIL 23 GLASTONBURY - Sacred Rivers Yoga The Shaman's Gift - Singing Bowl & Rattle Power Animal Journey Intensive - KESHAV HOWE While engaging in a shamanic journey, we move between ordinary conditioned states of consciousness and unconditioned shamanic states of consciousness. To assist in the unveiling of our true and divine nature, tonight, we will seek out the help of a guardian spirit - referred to by Native Americans as a power animal. Riding the waves of intense live singing bowl and rattle music, we will tap into an aspect of ourselves that is full of wisdom and unconditional love. This workshop does not require any experience with shamanic meditation. Please, however, arrive with an open heart and mind. See Listers. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $20 cash only SATURDAY, APRIL 24 BLOOMFIELD - Celeste Emelia's School of Consciousness-Raising Grand Opening Celebration Dory Dzinski, LPC & Editor of The Door Opener will facilitate the Celebration! Celeste Mattingly, LCSW, Creator of Celestial Psychology™, will lead a state-of-the-art consciousness-raising exercise and introduce the school's complete curriculum of life-changing educational and psychodynamic workshops, for consumers of Celestial Psychology and the practitioners who desire training in this cutting-edge therapy. Raising your consciousness and improving your quality-of-life has never been easier. With Celestial Psychology you will learn to access your own psychological strengths and your body's own natural healing abilities. Receive a 25% discount on selected future workshops just for attending this grand opening! Held at 3 Barnard Lane, top foor (enter through rear of building). Visit: www.celestemattinglylcsw.com for more info. Refreshments will be served. Time: 1 to 4 p.m. Cost: FREE SPRINGFIELD, MA - First Spiritualist Church Mediums Day Plus Bake Sale Up to 5 readers will be available. Pre-scheduled appointments can be made with pre-payment only. Call Denise at (413) 519-9669 or dstpierre@verizon.net for appointments and leave a message. Your call will be returned. Walk-ins are welcome and will be first come first served upon availability. Held at 33-37 Bliss Street. Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: $20 for a 15-minute reading by a Certified Medium. SPRINGFIELD, MA - First Spiritualist Church Dream Workshop - REV. LINDA KENT Find out how to interpret your dreams as well as remember them. Learn how to complete your unfinished dreams. Learn the difference between dreams and a visit from your spirit loved ones. Call Denise at (413) 238-5344 or (413) 519-9669 or dstpierre@verizon.net to make your reservation. Held at 33-37 Bliss Street. Time: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $20 donation WALLINGFORD - Spirit of Light Spirit Journeys Gallery Readings Join Master Clairvoyant Medium, Cathy Camera and Master Intuitive Psychic, Kerri Mitchell for an evening of personal connection to Spirit. As a team Cathy and Kerri will bring forth messages from your energy field and/or loved ones who have crossed over. During this 3 hour event you will not only receive personal messages and guidance, but you will also have your current animal totem identified and a past life read to you. This circle is very healing and you will experience laughter, tears and amazing connections. Cathy and Kerri have a way of "layering" the readings to build a connection throughout the group. EVERY attendee gets a reading!! Limit 10 attendees. Pre-reg required. Held at 1161 S. Broad Street. Contact at (203) 641-3371. Visit www.thespiritoflight.org. See Listers. Time: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Cost: $50 SUNDAY, APRIL 25 BRISTOL - Church of Eternal Light Psychic Fair Featuring Tarot, Intuitives, Runes, vendors, and more. Appointments are available. No appointment necessary for a $25, 15 minute readings. Questions or to pre-register Contact Rev. Robin (860) 212-4877, Rev. Bonnie (860) 690-2257, Rev. Pam (860) 416-4459, Rev. Laura (860) 379-2991, Rev. Sassy (860) 378-9583. For more information or directions: www.churchofeternallight.com. Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. BURLINGTON - Marinelli's Supper Club Spring Blue Waters New Age Wellness Fair Enjoy Marinelli's beautiful lakeside setting as you experience an array of alternative therapies - Reiki, Massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Bio Mat, and Sound Therapy. Consult an astrologer, psychic reader, intuitive artist, herbalist, hypnotist, or medium. Browse for jewelry, crystals, essential oils, and Native American offerings. Held at 175 Monce Road. Contact (860) 673-0406. Time: 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: Marinelli's Sunday Brunch Buffet will also be available only $15.95. Admission to the Fair is free with Brunch - if you've already paid to attend the Fair, $5 will be subtracted from your bill. EAST HARTFORD - Masonic Lodge Rosicrucian Order AMORC - Hartford Pronaos Join us for our open forum, a casual afternoon of conversation on topics of interest to students of the metaphysical. In the past we have discussed mystery schools, alchemy, healing and meditation, and discovering the higher self. The open forum is open to the general public as well as all Rosicrucians. The forum is held on the second Sunday meeting of the month at 784 Main Street, East Hartford at the Masonic Lodge. For more information please contact Cindy John at (860) 646-7577, or check our calendar online at http://sites.google.com/a/amorc.rosicrucian.org/connecticutrosicrucians. Time: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Cost: Free MIDDLEFIELD - Eckankar Temple of Connecticut The Shariyat-Ki-Sugmad, Book 2 The holy scriptures of ECKANKAR. For information: (860) 346-2226 or www.ct-eckankar.org. Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m. NORWALK - American Legion Psychic Fair - PROGRAMS FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT I-95, Exit 16, go to Post Road, Rte 1, turn R, go 3-4 lights and turn R on County St. Opp . High School. Call (203) 470-1806 for directions. See www.ctpsychics.com. Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. MONDAY, APRIL 26 WEST HARTFORD - Doreen Fishman Studio Moon Gatherings - AGNETA BORSTEIN Through an integration of shamanism, astrology, meditation, and chanting you will connect or re-connect with your power animals, guides or teachers. Each session will include instructions on how to synthesize energies from the phases of the Moon and significant planetary changes in the sky. Bring a drum or rattle if you have one - and a notebook! Facilitated by Agneta Borstein, Shamanic Healer; graduated with Advanced Initiations in Shamanism and Shamanic Healing, Professional Astrologer for thirty years, Author of the Moon's Nodes, a Churning Process of the Soul and former owner of Agneta's Books & Things, an alternative bookstore. Held at 965 Farmington Avenue. Pre-registration necessary; www.crescentiapublications. Pay by PayPal or check. For more information, please call (860) 983-5666. Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $20 WALLINGFORD - Spirit of Light Understanding a Lightworkers Way Through Cards - KERRI MITCHELL Join Master Intuitive Psychic, Kerri Mitchell as she defines the art and teaches the technique of tarot, angel and animal readings. Kerri will offer guided messages to students of this class as they do sample readings. If you have a favorite deck of your own, please feel free to bring it. Held at 1161 S. Broad Street. Contact at (203) 641-3371. Visit www.thespiritoflight.org. See Listers. Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Cost: $33 TUESDAY, APRIL 27 EAST HADDAM - Susan's Fine Salon and Gathering Concert of Holographic Sound Healing and Quartz Crystal Bowls - RANDEANE TETU Experience the benefits of voice and quartz crystal bowl holographic sound healing to stimulate healing at a very deep level. Simply by listening, you'll experience the benefits for clearing, balancing, and uplifting your entire energy system. For information or if the weather is questionable for travel, please check with Randeane at (860) 345-4226 a few hours before the event to see that it is being held as scheduled. Held at 338 Town Street. See Listers. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $10 donation GRANBY Transformational Workshop - DEBRA FRANKLIN, LCSW Learn progressive psychotherapy approaches (inner childwork, energy psychology) to free your inner self to experience life with renewed love, joy, enthusiasm, and confidence. Visit www.progressivepsychotherapy.comor (860) 413-9249 for more information and to pre-register. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $25 (some sliding scale possible) WEDNESDAY, APRIL 28 FULL MOON WILLIMANTIC - Windham Hospital The Wellness Aspect of Feng Shui - MICHELEY ANGELINA Integrative Health Services "For The Health of It" Lecture. Held at 112 Mansfield Avenue in Bernard & Desrosier Rooms. For more information call (860) 456-6002. Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: FREE THURSDAY, APRIL 29 BURLINGTON - The Sacred Journey Palmistry - Your Life is in Your Hands - JOYCE ST. GERMAINE, M.ED., CHT Discover what mysteries lay hidden in your hands or in the hands of others. See who can keep secrets and who has natural healing gifts or great artistic or teaching ability. See if you possess the rare "lottery lines" which indicate the potential for big winnings! You'll be amazed and amused as you learn to better understand yourself and others. (860) 675-9706, jsgermaine@aol.com. Held at 29 Davis, Rd., Burlington, CT. See Listers. Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Cost: $30 NEW HARTFORD - Passiflora Tea Room and Herbal Shoppe Well Being is Your Birth Right, No Experience Necessary - BRIAN and MARCEY HICKEY Well being can be created by practicing the exercises which produce well being. Laughter is the simplest and most powerful exercise that all human beings can do to improve well being. Laughing is innate. It will be hilarious and fun for all! The Wonderful Benefits of Laughter Club are: Laughter, like humor, appears to enhance learning as it creates positive emotions which improve memory, feelings of self worth, self esteem, and self confidence; it raises your endorphin level, further boosts the immune system, and many more. See ya there - Ho Ho! Ha Ha! Yipee! Come early for a light dinner, tea, and conversation. Call for info (860) 379-TEAS. Visit website at www.passiflorateas.com. Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: FREE NORWICH - Pandora's Box Beltane Chant Circle - KELLIANNA Join Kellianna, whose CD's include Lady Moon and I Walk with the Goddess, to celebrate Beltane. We will chant / sing a variety of spiritual & Goddess chants with a ritual focus. Discover the powerful magick of voice and song. No experience necessary. See Listers. Time: 7 to 9 p.m. Cost: $20 FRIDAY, APRIL 30 BLOOMFIELD - Center for Holistic Empowerment (formerly 333 Productions, LLC) Full Moon Circle Meditation and Drumming Guest drummer to be announced. Guided meditation written and faciliated by Celeste Mattingly. Refreshments. Visit: http://home.comcast.net/~valsteveceleste. Held at 3 Barnard Lane, top floor (enter through rear of building). Contact Celeste at (860) 586-8700 or email at cmattingly100@comcast.net. Time: 7 to 10 p.m. Cost: FREE GLASTONBURY - Sacred Rivers Yoga Himalayan Dream Journey Intensive - KESHAV HOWE This intensive evening event is open to people who want to explore shamanic methods of entering realms of consciousness practiced in the Himalayas. We will explore some portals into the magical worlds of nonordinary reality. By doing so, we focus in on the details of life's journey and develop a deeper appreciation of how those details fit into our divine purpose. Join us as we jump off the cliff and ride the updrafts into the vast and beautiful unknown! Please note, that as usual, this evening is designed for those with little or no shamanic meditation experience. See Listers. Time: 7 p.m. Cost: $20 cash only GLASTONBURY - simply fitness for the spirit, mind and body Gallery Night - PRISCILLA BENGTSON Join us for an intimate evening of learning about the angels and experiencing intuitive readings with medium Priscilla Bengtson. Priscilla is a certified Angel Therapy Practitioner®, medium and psychic intuitive who connects with angels, spirit guides and those who have crossed over. The evening will begin with a short introduction to working with the angelic realm and through a meditation, we will invite the Archangels, Guardian Angels and deceased loved ones to be present with us. After a short intermission, intuitive readings will be done gallery-style with Priscilla providing messages to the audience as they come through to her. Although everyone in the audience is not guaranteed to receive messages, this is a great opportunity to experience connecting to the spirit realm and introducing yourself to mediumship. Seating is limited. Payment is due upon registering. To register, please call (860) 301-1468 or visit the web site www.simplyfitnessonline.com Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost: $45 FRIDAY - SATURDAY, APRIL 30 - MAY 1 LITCHFIELD - The Wisdom House Your Inner Labyrinth, A Woman's Journey to Center - CATHY EWING-RINKER AND PATRICIA HINCHEY Reconnect with the music of your soul, rejuvenate your spirit and reclaim your power. An intimate overnight gathering of women to step outside everyday busy-ness and experience a journey to your sacred center. Feel the freedom of leaving behind what no longer serves you and the joy of embracing your authentic self. Contact and registration at (860) 871-9295 or (860) 871-5467; cewing-rinker@snet.net or patricia.hinchey@sbcglobal.net. Time: Friday at 6 p.m. to Saturday at 4 p.m. Cost $180 by 3/15, $200 after 3/15. |