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May Newsletter
Hello Deerhearts!
A heart felt thank you to Ed Hoeppner for holding the space Wednesday and Saturday mornings through out the winter and early spring for the community to explore 'The Principles of T'ai Chi'. This was offered by donation and all proceeds were directed toward the heating fund for the yurt. Thank you Ed! Some of the exercises have certainly become part of my daily routine.
Kevin has been working on the trails, clearing many fallen trees and overgrowth so that we might all enjoy a safe, peaceful walk in the forest. Thank you Kevin for donating your time (and Bindi...for keeping him company)!
Once again, a final thank you to all those who donated so generously toward the new heating system in the yurt. It certainly does the job and I am looking forward to gatherings this fall and winter!
I am thrilled to say that we are having three musical events in the yurt this spring! Unfortunately two of these cannot be offered by donation because the artists are traveling very long distances to be with us and their costs are high. Please check below and the website for more details!
When I was very young...a wise, much older friend once said to me....'never forget to take the time to lay down and gaze at the clouds'....may we all cultivate some relaxation and peace during this very busy time!
Blessings, Michelle
Ongoing at Deerheart
Community Silent Meditation Sit
Wednesdays 9:30 - 10:20
'Spring Shiatsu Special' continues through May.
Relaxation, Balance and Healing in the Meditation Yurt with Michelle at Deerheart Sanctuary. Please call 0952 to book your appointment soon!
Deerheart Events
May 15th * not to be missed !!!
Shantakaram Chants & Mantras Workshop
10am - 12:30 Cost: $25 ($5 rebate off concert price of $18)
With Nadaka & Gopika from India
*Concert at Hornby Hall - Sunday, May 16th, 2010
An eternal bridge from the past to the future, Sound, Music and Mantras remain a timeless expression of man/woman's aspiration to transcend himself/herself and experience a sense of oneness with all. Above and beyond religion we sing these mantras as an invocation to our highest inner guide.
May 21st - May 24th
Silent Meditation Retreat
An opportunity to explore what happens when we let go of trying to control or manipulate our experience.
The community is welcome to join in for all or part of this retreat. There will be fire keepers on Saturday and Sunday so if you would simply like to be by the fire for a time...please join us with the focus of...'May all Beings Be Free from Suffering'. *Please remain in silence and do not make eye contact with other participants. Thank you!
This is offered by donation. There is a cost for food and accommodation.
June 5th
Gita Yawaste in concert...featuring Hornby's own Maria-Bonita Kapitany!
8pm Cost: Suggested donation $10
Gita Yawaste (pronounced Geeta Ya-wash-tay) is an unlikely grouping of musicians brought together by guitarist/vocalist Phil Rossner in order to do chant/song from all spiritual traditions. Their name, Gita Yawaste, reflects what they are wishing to convey - a celebration of spiritual diversity. "Gita" is Sanskrit for "song" and Yawaste is Lakota for "blessing". Original members are Maria-Bonita Kapitany, Mark Batterbury and Phil Rossner. David Nicol joined the group in October, 2009.
June 16th
Crystal Journey with Quartz Crystal Bowls & Paiste Gongs
7:30pm Cost $20
Presented by David Hickey
The Crystal Journey Mission Statement: To create expansive, improvised and beautiful music, to awaken consciousness, to promote peace and to restore balance of the self and the planet.
What You Can Expect:
The shows will take place in two 40 to 50 minute sets. David's usual set up includes 15-20 quartz crystal bowls, 8-10 Paiste Planet gongs, a vibraphone and an assortment of other tuned percussion instruments. Nothing is amplified, pre-recorded or rehearsed. Each set and performance is sonically pure and unique. David records the shows on his high quality portable recorder and can make that recording available to you.
*tickets on sale now!
www.crystaljourney.ca
July 2 - 5
A Yoga/Silent Meditation Retreat for Women: One Heart!
Cost: $275 includes camping
facilitated by Ambika and Michelle
Nurturing the heart through yoga asanas, meridian study and embracing the silence within. This is a rare opportunity to enter into a deep practice.
Participants will be asked to stay on sight for the entire retreat. Fresh, live food will be served to nourish your well being.
A full itinerary will be posted on the website. There are 2 partially subsidized spaces available for work trade.
Please contact Michelle at 250-335-0952 or at deerheartsanctuary@telus.net for more information or questions.
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