Upcoming Events: EarthRise at IONS
DECEMBER 2011
Upcoming Events
Conscious Living Workshops
Come with an Open Mind. Leave with an Open Heart.
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2012 New Year's Eve Retreat: A Creative Vision Quest Dana Lynne Andersen, Director of the Academy of Art, Creativity & Consciousness December 30, 2011 – January 1, 2012 This weekend retreat offers a unique opportunity to activate your higher capacities to access—and transform—your future. Journey from scattered desires to focused vision as you clarify your life purpose and dream big for yourself and the world. More information • Register now |
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Create a World that Works: Becoming a Presence that Transforms Alan Seale, PCC, MSC January 20–22, 2012 Be your transformational presence. Learn how to live, lead, and serve in ways that inform and inspire more enlightened and effective action, creating a world that works for today and tomorrow. More information • Register now |
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Speaking the Soul: The Transformative Power of Words Kim Rosen, MFA January 20–22, 2012 This workshop is for lovers of poetry as well as those who have yet to discover its power. In an alchemy of mystical poems and music, each person's authentic voice will emerge through writing, listening, movement, self-inquiry and speaking poetry aloud. No prior experience necessary. More information • Register now |
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Just Write: Seasonal Writers' Retreats Facilitated by Cathy Coleman, PhD January 27–29, 2012 August 31–September 2, 2012 Just write, away from home, away from work, away from usual distractions. Enjoy single occupancy rooms with desks—with time in nature and community at your discretion. More information • Register now |
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Total Immersion Noetic Film Experience Organized by the Institute of Noetic Sciences March 9–11, 2012 For an entire weekend, see the films, talk the films, meet the people behind the films. Celebrate great filmmaking, view films with transformative themes, and take part in panels, discussions, receptions, and Q&A with filmmakers and scientists. Just a sampler of films on tap: the world premier of Jean Houston’s work, Jean; Sacred Science, a film that follows seriously ill people working with Ecuadorian shamanic healers; Happy, about “positive psychology;” and I Am, about personal and collective transformation. Sponsorships are available. Become a Silver Sponsor for $1200 or a Gold Sponsor for $5000. For more sponsorship information, contact Matthew Gilbert at mgilbert@noetic.org. More information • Register now |
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Exploring the Mystery of Consciousness Peter Russell, MA March 30–April 1, 2012 Discover the essence of consciousness through the exploration of science, spirituality, self-inquiry and group discussion. More information • Register now |
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Integrating with Your Shadow: Connecting with Your Guide Ralph Metzner, PhD April 13–April 15, 2012 Practice alchemical divination techniques to help you recognize your shadow, clarify perceptions, tap into reservoirs of self-knowledge, dissolve energy blockages, and connect with a true spirit guide. More information • Register now |
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The Healing Power of Huichol Shamanism Brant Secunda April 20–22, 2012 Join ceremonial healer Brant Secunda for an introduction to the healing tradition of Huichol Indian Shamanism. Through ancient ceremony, sacred dance, and mindful pilgrimage, learn to connect your human heart to the heart of creation. More information • Register now |
Hosted Programs with Open Enrollments
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No. Calif. ACA New Year Retreat: Releasing Old Fear & Ringing in the New Year Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) December 30, 2011–January 1, 2012 An Adult Children of Alcoholics three day retreat to increase, promote, and elevate self-esteem, confidence, spontaneity, selfhood, initiative, connection, trust, and serenity. More information & Registration |
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Ninth Annual Northern California Sufi Sesshin Golden Gate Sufi Circle (ACA) January 6–15, 2012 Join us for ten days of silent mediation alternating with Zikr and Dances of Universal Peace, integrating active practice with meditation. More information & Registration |
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Wisdom Emerging: Finding the Intersection of Leadership, Spirituality, and Courageous Action Lauren Artress, Alan Briskin, PhD Guest: Angeles Arrien, PhD January 26–29, 2012 Join us as we learn about the nature of social fields and use the Labyrinth in service of Personal and Collective Wisdom. More information & Registration |
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Courage to Teach Dominican University February 3–5, 2012 Come rejuvenate your inner life with Courage to Teach®, a program of quarterly retreats for the personal and professional renewal of teachers, administrators, and others in the public schools. More information & Registration |
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Entheogenic Film Festival Presented by HopeDance Panel Discussion Facilitator: Ralph Metzner, PhD February 10–12, 2012 Engage with current films on the healing qualities of a variety of entheogens. Spend the weekend immersed in films, panel discussions, walks in nature, freshly prepared meals and lodging. More information • Register now |
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The Healing Journey: Cultivating the Wisdom of Nature, Breath, and Spirit Diane Haug, LPCC and Jan Edl Stein, MFT February 22–26, 2012 Join us for a residential retreat immersion into Holotropic Breathwork and Journeywork. More information & Registration |
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Meditation, Transformation, and Healing with Dr. Isaac Eliaz Dr. Isaac Eliaz April 26–29, 2012 Join holistic physician pioneer and meditation/healing expert Dr. Isaac Eliaz for a 4 day/3 night healing immersion retreat. Learn and experience Dr. Eliaz’s profound techniques for deepening the mind-body connection and facilitating long-lasting regeneration and healing. More information & Registration |
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IONS Holiday Open House Sunday, December 18, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Please join us for seasonal festivities at the Institute of Noetic Sciences' EarthRise Retreat Center. Bring your holiday spirit and share wine and cheese, hors d'oeuvres, hot apple cider, and desserts. Enjoy holiday music, shop in our gift store, walk in our garden, and win a raffle prize! Meet and celebrate with your noetic community! Please bring an item such as canned food or packaged dry goods for the Marin Food Bank. RSVP Rose Welch: rwelch@noetic.org or 707-779-8214 |
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Film Presentation: Thrive Sunday, December 18, 5:00 pm – 7:15 pm Discussion with Ralph Metzner, Ph.D. follows film presentation Thrive is a documentary movie that lifts the veil on what's really going on in our world by following the money upstream uncovering the global consolidation of power in nearly every aspect of our lives. Weaving together breakthroughs in science, consciousness and activism, Thrive offers real solutions, empowering us with unprecedented and bold strategies for reclaiming our lives and our future. ($10 cash/$12 credit card - admission sold at the door) Click here to view movie trailer. |
FRIENDLY FAVORS DINNER PROGRAMS
Potluck dinners with presentations at EarthRise Center, arranged by Sergio Lub
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A Theory of Everything Else Jacques F. Vallee Thursday, January 5, 2012 (6:00-9:00 PM) Potluck dinner followed with a presentation by Dr. Vallee, a French born astro physicist, Silicon Valley computer scientist, UFO investigator and author of: Anatomy of a Phenomenon, Challenge to Science, Messenger of Deception, and Wonders in the Sky. More information • RSVP |
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How Does Societal Transformation Happen? Values Development, Collective Wisdom, and Decision Making for the Common Good Leonard Joy Tuesday, February 21, 2012 (6:00-9:00 PM) Potluck dinner followed by a presentation from one of our most senior economists, educated at the London School of Economics, Cambridge, Sussex and UC Berkeley, who has arrived to reveal findings on how our values determine our future. More information • RSVP |
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Occupy World Street: A Global Roadmap for Radical Economic and Political Reform Ross Jackson Tuesday, March 27, 2012 (6:00-9:00 PM) Potluck dinner followed with a presentation by the Danish entrepreneur who founded Gaia Trust, Global Ecovillage Network, and Gaia Education, to introduce his new book Occupy World Street, with the goal of putting the world back on a sustainable path. More information • RSVP |
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IONS Lecture Series at Aqus Café, Petaluma Tuesday Evenings December 20, 2011 - 7:00 - 9:00 pm January 17, 2012 - 7:30 - 9:30 pm February 21, 2012 - 7:30 - 9:30 pm March 20, 2012 - 7:30 - 9:30 pm |
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IONS Cuba 2012: IONS' Worldview Literacy Journey Cross Cultural Journeys Foundation, Institute of Noetic Sciences January 21–28, 2012 Travel to Cuba with like-minded IONS members. Explore the world of Afro-Cuban music, Santeria religion, dance, and natural healing. Learn how Cubans are creating community through sustainable organic agriculture, and learning to use and share scarce urban resources. Observe how island living has affected their worldview and what we can learn from them about living a joyous life. |
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EarthRise Retreat Center at Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS)
101 San Antonio Road, Petaluma, CA 94952
Located on 194 acres of beautiful rolling hills just 26 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, we offer meeting facilities, cuisine, and accommodations for educational programs, workshops, and retreats focusing on health, personal growth, and transformation for groups of up to 120 people.
Conscious Living Workshops (CLW): for information or to sign up for a workshop offered by EarthRise Retreat Center at IONS, click here and go to the specific program you wish to attend. Or contact Jan Fischer, Education Program Manager: jfischer@noetic.org, 707-779-8202.
Hosted Programs: for information or to register for an independent presenter hosted program or workshop, click here and go to the specific program you wish to attend.
Group Bookings: for information on how to reserve meeting space and accommodations for your workshop or group as an independent presenter, click here or contact Lisa VanderBoom, Bookings and Contracts Manager: lvanderboom@noetic.org, 707-779-8224.
www.EarthRiseIONS.org
