Deborah O'Brien, Event Postponed! Stay Tuned for New Date, $15

A focus on how spiritually guided energy practices and lifestyle changes can alleviate symptoms and halt the progression of chronic disease.

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Chronic diseases and neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s Disease, have become increasingly prevalent in the United States. For the past nine years, Peter Huhtala and Deborah O’Brien have been successfully managing the symptoms and progression of Parkinson’s for Peter, using an integrative approach. This book presents a detailed account of an 18-month period (January 2016 – June 2017), written from the perspective of Peter, who has Parkinson’s, and Deborah, his wife, an intuitive energy practitioner, nutrition coach, and advocate.

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This event is designed to inform and support those diagnosed with any chronic condition, as well as their loved ones and caregivers, offering a fresh perspective on treatment. It introduces a commonsense approach that restores hope, offering practical ways to cope with daily symptoms while potentially halting or slowing the progression of the disease.

Deborah O’Brien has been a Reiki Master since 1996 and a health and nutrition coach since 2010. She teaches and practices intuitive energy techniques to support healing. In 2017, she co-authored a case study titled Parkinson’s and Human Energy Systems with her husband, Peter Huhtala, which was released in book format in January 2024.

Sunday, February 2, 1-2PM Book signing to Follow FREE!
 
Please join Susan Bass for an inspiring talk drawing from her new book Ayurveda - The Genes of God!
You are your own genetic success story. Countless generations of people reproduced, and here you are! You are the fruit of your lineage and the elders who came before you. You bear this fruit in a way that only you can.

What Susan learned first-hand is that there is great relief in realizing that you do know how to take care of yourself. Ayurveda is the ancient science that taught her how to do that. Ayurveda contains the universal divine code for mastering your potential.
Her wish in teaching Ayurveda is that today’s youth – the new generations – be filled with vitality, enthusiasm, and hope as they discover the long history of knowledge and support behind them! Her goal is to help people trust and enliven their own internal source of healing power. Ayurveda is an ancient sacred healing path that helps people connect to their internal source of power, to their own genes of God.

Susan Hiera Bass is the Founder and Lead instructor at the Sarasvati Institute of Ayurveda & Yoga Therapy. She holds a Master of Science in Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine from Maharishi International University and is Ayurvedic Doctor Level Certified through the National Ayurvedic Medical Association. Over the past twenty years, Susan has led over two thousand students through the process of awakening to their own healing power. In addition to teaching at her school, she is currently working for Kaiser Permanente on a research study using Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy to support breast cancer survivors in their recovery process.

Join Jess on Sunday, January 26 from 1-4PM

Join us for a magical experience with Jess as she brings a touch of sparkle to your hair!  Jess will weave her enchanting fairy hair sparkle strands into your locks.  These delicate strands are tied to individual hair strands, creating a beautiful, sparkling effect that lasts for weeks.
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Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being), Friday, February 7,
5-6PM, $25
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Join certified meditation instructor Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being) for a nurturing workshop centered on healing your Heart Chakra, the center of love, compassion, and emotional connection. Isaiah will guide you through practices to help you open your heart, release past emotional wounds, and cultivate deep love for yourself and others.
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Through breathwork, visualization, and meditation, you'll learn to:
 

• Cultivate compassion for yourself and others

• Heal emotional wounds and open your heart to unconditional love

• Strengthen your ability to give and receive love with ease

• Create emotional balance, forgiveness, and inner peace

 
This workshop is ideal for anyone seeking to heal relationships, foster emotional wellness, and experience a deeper connection to love and compassion. Whether you're new to meditation or have an established practice, you’ll leave with tools to open your heart and create lasting emotional harmony.
Reserve your spot today and take the next step toward living with an open, loving heart!

Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being) is a certified meditation instructor from Portland, Oregon. He has been dedicated to meditation since 2016, when he worked as a secretary at Peninsula Elementary and helped teach students how to meditate. Through his workshops, he aims to provide tools that empower individuals to create their own happiness internally, focusing on emotional balance, clarity, and personal growth.

Mark Mezadourian, Sunday, February 9,
11:30-12:30pm, Free!
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The goal of this gathering is to collectively heal in a safe space. We will connect with unconditionally loving angels, and receive their comforting care. As part of the healing, we will shift from hopelessness to hope, from disempowered to empowered, and from fearful to loving.
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As a group, we will visualize our peaceful lives, our peaceful nation and our peaceful planet. We will do so by focusing on what we want to experience, rather how it will happen. As individuals, we will receive gentle guidance from the angels. Collectively, we will reclaim our power, and use our power for the good of all beings.
 
Mark Mezadourian is an intuitive specializing in connecting with angels and guides. Accessing spirituality with heart-centered practicality is the goal of his work. You are invited to visit his YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkMezadourian) to access free recordings for empaths, healing, relaxation and building a relationship with the angels. You can also find recordings of angel experiences on Insight Timer (http://insig.ht/markmezadourian). For information on all events and intuitive readings, please visit www.markmezadourian.com.

Sunday, February 9, 3-5PM, $45

Come join the party as we color pictures of our auras, and work with our auric energy! Our aura is our energetic blueprint; it protects us and helps us align our frequencies to our environments. If you have ever been curious about what the aura is, or what it looks like, or how to learn to see the aura… then this is the workshop for you! In this workshop, through a series of hands-on exercises, you will learn to see the aura, translate what you see, and work with this energy to make navigating life easier.

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Martha Soria Sears is an author, speaker, transformational coach, and a psychic. In addition to being born with the gift of seeing auras, Martha has studied metaphysics for over 50 years. Her passion for aura work led her to 25 years of research into the impacts and use of color, which culminated in writing her book Colors for Life: A Workbook.

Friday, February 14, 6:30-7:45PM, $30
 
Join Sydan Aguacielos and Anastasia Darkwater of Sound & Shadow Collective for a Reiki-infused, heart chakra-focused Immersive Sound Ritual.  Our sound rituals are a unique and interactive experience. We open with shamanic drumming and breathwork, before exploring our voices in collective OM’ing and vocal toning with a drone instrument called a shrutibox, we'll then ease you into an introspective crystal bowl meditation with the option for 1 on 1 energy healing. In closing, we guide you back with the shrutibox and om’ing, and finish with light somatic movement to balance and re-energize the body.  Gift yourself this hour to open your heart and absorb the healing frequencies.  Singing and humming is optional but encouraged. You don't have to be a great or even good singer to participate.This is not a performance. The voice heals the body by stimulating the vagus nerve, inducing relaxation and calm. Allowing yourself the freedom to hum or sing along increases your internal vibration and makes you an active participant in your healing journey.
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Please bring your own nest and dress for warmth and comfort. Feel free to bring anything that may enhance this relaxation and connection experience like stuffies, crystals, cards, journals, etc.
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Sound & Shadow Collective share the belief and understanding that deeply connecting to ourselves and each other from the heart promotes healing that reverberates throughout our communities, creating a better life experience for all. It starts with knowing and loving ourselves through heart-brain coherence. We offer private sessions on a sliding scale.
 
Sound & Shadow Collective
https://linktr.ee/soundandshadowcollective
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Heart Brain Coherence
https://alleviant.com/what-is-brain-heart-coherence/

Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being), Saturday, February 15,
2-3PM, $25
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Join certified meditation instructor Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being) for a nurturing workshop centered on healing your Heart Chakra, the center of love, compassion, and emotional connection. Isaiah will guide you through practices to help you open your heart, release past emotional wounds, and cultivate deep love for yourself and others.
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Through breathwork, visualization, and meditation, you'll learn to:
 

• Cultivate compassion for yourself and others

• Heal emotional wounds and open your heart to unconditional love

• Strengthen your ability to give and receive love with ease

• Create emotional balance, forgiveness, and inner peace

 
This workshop is ideal for anyone seeking to heal relationships, foster emotional wellness, and experience a deeper connection to love and compassion. Whether you're new to meditation or have an established practice, you’ll leave with tools to open your heart and create lasting emotional harmony.
Reserve your spot today and take the next step toward living with an open, loving heart!

Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being) is a certified meditation instructor from Portland, Oregon. He has been dedicated to meditation since 2016, when he worked as a secretary at Peninsula Elementary and helped teach students how to meditate. Through his workshops, he aims to provide tools that empower individuals to create their own happiness internally, focusing on emotional balance, clarity, and personal growth.

Saturday, February 15, 5:30-7PM, $15
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Join Maitri Brown and Susan Brochin for an evening of Yoga Nidra at New Renaissance, a transformative practice that guides participants into a deep, conscious state of relaxation. Often referred to as "Yoga Sleep," Yoga Nidra combines guided imagery, body scans, intention setting, breathwork, and visualization to bring the body and mind into a state of profound calm—similar to sleep, yet fully awake and aware.
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In this session, participants will lie down, supported by props, to achieve a deeply nurturing and restorative experience. Unlike traditional yoga classes, Yoga Nidra involves no physical movement. Instead, participants follow the instructions as they are guided into a state of deep relaxation, which may help reduce stress and anxiety. Many people experience powerful insights and a stronger connection to their innermost self during this practice.
At the beginning of the session, an intention or Sankalpa is introduced—something you wish to create or manifest in your life, such as emotional healing, inner peace, or joy. This intention is revisited at the end of the practice, offering a meaningful conclusion and reinforcing the potential for personal transformation.
Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, Yoga Nidra is accessible to all and can even be practiced seated if preferred. Maitri and Susan are thrilled to offer this deeply restorative experience at New Renaissance.
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ABOUT MAITRI:
​Maitri Brown’s journey began with Transcendental Meditation after reading Autobiography of a Yogi. In 1977, she joined a Pentecostal church, gaining foundational experience in energy healing, light language, and angelic connection. She later explored diverse spiritual practices like Reiki, Angelic Communication, and Native American rituals. In 2013, she began yoga and meditation at Ananda, later completing yoga teacher training.  Now, Maitri focuses on meditation, energy work, and helping others connect with their higher selves alongside her good friend and co-presenter, Susan Brochin.
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​ABOUT SUSAN:
Susan Brochin's spiritual journey began in a small women’s group focused on the Divine Feminine. She has since explored practices like Astrology, Tarot, Numerology, Yoga, and the Akashic Records. After retiring from her public-school teaching career in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2014, she immersed herself in her passions. Inspired by a Sounds True podcast, Susan studied the Akashic Records and developed a daily practice. Last year, she launched her "How to Read the Akashic Records" and "Meet the Goddess" classes, reflecting her dedication to helping others deepen their spiritual connection.

Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being), Tuesday, February 18, 5-6PM, $25

Join certified meditation instructor Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being) for a transformative workshop focused on healing and activating your Throat Chakra, the center of communication, self-expression, and personal truth. In this empowering session, Isaiah will guide you through practices that help you release blockages, speak your truth with confidence, and express yourself authentically.

Through breathwork, visualization, and meditation, you will:

• Unlock your authentic voice and speak your truth with clarity

• Release any fears or inhibitions around self-expression

• Strengthen your ability to communicate effectively and with confidence

• Cultivate deeper self-awareness and inner harmony through authentic expression

 
This workshop is ideal for anyone seeking to enhance communication, express themselves more freely, and create deeper connection in both personal and professional relationships. Whether you’re new to meditation or have a well-established practice, you'll leave with valuable tools to activate your Throat Chakra and communicate from a place of authenticity and power.

Reserve your spot today and take the next step toward speaking your truth with clarity and confidence!

Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being) is a certified meditation instructor from Portland, Oregon. He has been dedicated to meditation since 2016, when he worked as a secretary at Peninsula Elementary and helped teach students how to meditate. Through his workshops, he aims to provide tools that empower individuals to create their own happiness internally, focusing on emotional balance, clarity, and personal growth.

Choose:
Session 1: Thursday, February 20, 5-6:30PM, $30
Session 2: Thursday, February 20, 7-8:30PM, $30
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Join us on a transformative journey of healing and deep relaxation, as we bathe every cell of the body in therapeutic sound and vibration. The Gong acoustically elevates us, creating a deep spontaneous meditative state that restores harmony and vitality to the mind, body and soul, leaving you feeling tuned, refreshed and at the height of physical and emotional wellbeing.
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The 90-minute event includes a brief discussion on the healing attributes of Planet Gongs, a 62- minute Gong Meditation, followed by sweets and community.

The Gong Meditation is best experienced lying down on your back or a similar comfortable position. Wear comfortable clothes and bring whatever you need to be relaxed for the meditation - yoga mat, blanket, pillow, water, eye mask, etc.
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Benefits of Gong Meditation:

Promotes relaxation and stress relief
Restores vibrational balance and mind-body harmony
Stimulates immune system and glandular functioning
Encourages the movement of life force energy
Supports deep spontaneous meditation
Improves creativity and will-power
Advances spiritual exploration and self-realization 

Wayne is a life-long musician who has studied the gong extensively under Gong Master Mehtab Benton. His authentic style of playing, infused with passion and intention, promotes deep relaxation and transformation. Wayne is the Founder-Director of Beneficial Sound, a 501(c)3 public charity committed to bringing wellness to the mind, body and soul through sound and vibration. He has a degree in Psychology, is a Certified Gong Practitioner and Yoga Instructor and is a member of the American Sound Healers Association.

Saturday, February 22, 11:30-1PM, $15

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Join us for an immersive exploration of three well-known oracle card decks. We’ll begin with the Healing the Heart Oracle, a deck centered around themes of love and healing. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, this session offers a unique opportunity for group sharing. Each participant will draw a card from the deck and, if desired, share their insights with the group. This is a wonderful way to connect with the energy of a new deck and deepen your understanding of its messages. Additionally, you’ll be introduced to a practice called heart healing, which can be done using these cards to promote emotional well-being.

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Following this, we’ll showcase decks from two renowned creators: Colette Baron-Reid and Denise Linn, both of whom are widely recognized in the world of oracle cards and published by Hay House. Participants will have the chance to explore these decks up close, and Susan and Maitri will discuss the value of learning different card spreads, demonstrating several examples for the group.

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There will be ample time for hands-on practice, where you can either try out the spreads for yourself or engage in mini readings with fellow attendees.

Astrological Update: The Nodes of Fate
As a special addition to the event, Susan will share insights from her years of study on astrology, specifically the lunar nodes. On January 11th, the nodes of fate shifted from Libra/Aries to Virgo/Pisces, a significant astrological event that marks the beginning of a new 18.5-year cycle. This shift is particularly impactful for those experiencing their nodal return—an event that occurs only once every 19 years.

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ABOUT MAITRI:
​Maitri Brown’s journey began with Transcendental Meditation after reading Autobiography of a Yogi. In 1977, she joined a Pentecostal church, gaining foundational experience in energy healing, light language, and angelic connection. She later explored diverse spiritual practices like Reiki, Angelic Communication, and Native American rituals. In 2013, she began yoga and meditation at Ananda, later completing yoga teacher training. Now, Maitri focuses on meditation, energy work, and helping others connect with their higher selves alongside her good friend and co-presenter, Susan Brochin.
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​ABOUT SUSAN:
Susan Brochin's spiritual journey began in a small women’s group focused on the Divine Feminine. She has since explored practices like Astrology, Tarot, Numerology, Yoga, and the Akashic Records. After retiring from her public-school teaching career in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2014, she immersed herself in her passions. Inspired by a Sounds True podcast, Susan studied the Akashic Records and developed a daily practice. Last year, she launched her "How to Read the Akashic Records" and "Meet the Goddess" classes, reflecting her dedication to helping others deepen their spiritual connection.

Jaynie Farnsworth, Saturday, February 22, 3-6PM, $30
 
For expecting parents, new parents, postpartum caregivers (including grandparents), and birth workers.
The postpartum period can be overwhelming for women, who often serve as the emotional center of the home and, in some cases, the primary breadwinners. This pressure sends unconscious messages of "Get back at it; you can't afford to rest." However, we can’t afford not to rest. Evidence shows that intentional care and rituals honoring the significance of birth can reduce postpartum anxiety and depression.

Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to recovery, emphasizing nourishment for the body/mind and spirit. Key components include a diet of warm, easily digestible foods, prioritizing rest and warmth, and herbal remedies for hormonal balance. Practices like Abhyanga (self-oil massage), yoga, and meditation promote relaxation and stress relief.

Honoring the 40-day postpartum window allows for profound healing and transformation, setting a foundation for longevity. Participants will gain essential tools for a resilient postpartum recovery.

Jaynie Farnsworth, MA is a certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and Kundalini Yoga instructor. Her expertise consists of over 15 years of professional study in Yoga and Ayurveda. Jaynie’s passion for the healing arts brought her to Asia and Latin America. Being a swimmer, she brings an awareness of the body's healing abilities to her work.

Elias Patras, Sunday, February 23, 3 - 4:30pm, $15

Are you ready to turn your dreams into reality and make 2025 your most transformative year yet?  Come join Elias Patras for this exciting and empowering vision board workshop!

What to Expect:
* Guided Manifestation: Learn powerful techniques to manifest your desires and set clear intentions for the year ahead.
* Revolutionize Your Vision Board: Move beyond traditional vision boards. Discover innovative approaches to create a dynamic and personalized visual representation of your goals.
* Interactive Activities: Engage in hands-on activities designed to deepen your connection with your dreams and amplify the manifestation process.
* Community Support: Connect with like-minded individuals, share your aspirations, and gain inspiration from the collective energy of the group.
* Goal Setting Mastery: Uncover the secrets to effective goal-setting and make your dreams achievable.
* Manifestation Meditation: Experience a guided meditation to align your energy with your intentions.

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your journey towards a phenomenal 2025. Let's manifest together and make your dreams a reality!

For this workshop you will need to bring:  Pen & Paper, Scissors, Tape, Glue, Old Magazines that you can cut pictures out of. An 11 x 14 poster board, and some colorful markers.

Elias Patras is a best selling Author, an Intuitive Empowerment Coach, Motivational Speaker, Psychic Medium and facilitator for the EmPower You Retreat Series. As the winner of the 2019 Celebrate Your Life Events Speaker’s Program, Elias had the honor of sharing the stage with Denise Linn, Sunny Dawn Johnston, Lisa Willams, Anita Moorjani, Dr. Joe Dispenza, Dr. Bruce Lipton and Matt Kahn at The Celebrate Your Life Sedona retreat, November of 2019.

Saturday, March 15, 12-2PM, $25

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Dive into the world of the tarot with this experiential workshop perfect for all levels of enthusiasts. Explore the Major and Minor Arcanas, understand the significance of suits and court cards, and demystify the tarot deck in a straightforward manner. After we go through the cards, we will have an opportunity to do mini-readings for each other to help us put some of our knowledge into practice. Join us for this down-to-earth exploration of these timeless cards.

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Santosh LaMarche has been reading the Tarot for years at East West Bookshop in Mountain View, CA and locally at New Renaissance. He also teaches classes to groups and individuals on the Tarot, meditation and stress reduction.

Two Day Weekend Workshop: Saturday, March 22, 11:30-2:30PM and  Sunday, March 23, 11:30-2:30PM, $180
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Step into the fascinating world of Palmistry in this 6-hour, 2-day immersive workshop with Christy Desko, an experienced Palm Reader with over 20 years of hands-on practice.  In this engaging and insightful workshop, Christy will guide you through a four-part series that combines deep wisdom with practical skills, all while sharing her knowledge with humor, authenticity, and candor. You'll explore the foundational principles of Palmistry as well as more advanced topics such as herbalism in palmistry.  Each student will receive a specially crafted booklet written by Christy, which serves as a valuable resource throughout the workshop and beyond.
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Christy Desko is a professional psychic/clairvoyant medium and Ayurveda bodywork practitioner at her business, Cazimi Spa. She has been reading palms professionally since 1999 and owned a fortune-telling tea shop called Mademoiselle Noelle’s Fortune Tea House in 2004. She has taught classes, led workshops, and read at events for 26 years.

Saturday, April 5, 12-2PM, $25

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This class is for those who have some basic tarot knowledge, and for those who have taken Santosh's recent Tarot 101 class, and for all who want to learn simple tarot card spreads (how the cards are laid out) in order to do a reading for themselves or others. We will have a fun day doing readings to gain more insight into how the tarot works for each of us.

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Santosh LaMarche has been reading the Tarot for years at East West Bookshop in Mountain View, CA and locally at New Renaissance. He also teaches classes to groups and individuals on the Tarot, meditation and stress reduction.