Wednesday, December 18, 6:30-8PM, Sliding scale of $5 to $25
 
Zackariah is invites you to his 30 week ​meditation course spanning a wide gambit of meditation practices from all over the world, this class aims to both introduce the many forms of meditation to those new to the practice, as well as deepen the practice for those who are well seasoned on the cushion. Covering forms like loving kindness, breathing meditation, elemental body contemplations, energy work, and even Jungian dream interpretation, the class is seated in the heart of Theravada Buddhist meditation techniques, though touches on many techniques followed by all branches of Buddhism and various traditions the world over! If you're unable to pay, please let us know.
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You can attend multiple classes in a row or drop in for a single class.  Each class is complete on its own!  So new participants can join anytime!
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Zackariah Stickler has been an ardent meditator for over 13 years, and spent years living in various monasteries around America. He ordained as an Anagarika at the Temple Forest Monastery in New Hampshire, where he practiced Theravada Buddhism and resided for over two years.

Thursday, December 19, 5-6PM, $25

Join certified meditation instructor Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being) for a powerful workshop centered on healing your Root Chakra, the foundation of your energy and well-being. Isaiah will guide you through practices to help you reconnect with your body, release stress, and find greater stability.

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Through breathwork, visualization, and meditation, you'll learn to:

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• Calm your nervous system and reduce stress

• Increase confidence and emotional resilience

• Create a sense of grounding, clarity, and inner peace

This workshop is ideal for anyone looking to find balance, quiet the mind, and strengthen their connection to themselves. Whether you're new to meditation or have an established practice, you’ll leave with tools to foster lasting peace and well-being.

Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward deeper inner harmony!

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, Saturday, December 21, 

11:30-12:30pm

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The goal of this gathering is to collectively heal in the safety of a sacred 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.  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 than 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.
Come join us, as we, with our hearts filled with hope, create a community of calm.

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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 MarkMezadourian.com

Saturday, December 21, 6-7:30PM, FREE!

The Winter Solstice has long held a mystical allure in both ancient and modern cultures. In ancient times, this celestial event marked the shortest day and longest night of the year, symbolizing the rebirth of the sun and the triumph of light over darkness.

Many civilizations, including the Egyptians, Mayans, and Celts, celebrated the Winter Solstice as a time of spiritual significance and renewal. Ancient mystical rituals were performed, fires were lit, and sacred gatherings took place to honor the shifting seasons and seek blessings for the coming year. Today, modern mystical celebrations continue to thrive, embracing elements from various traditions.

Please join New Renaissance & Jane de Forest and come together in a fun and informative gathering to embrace the Solstice's energy of introspection, transformation, and hope. This ancient cosmic event continues to inspire and connect communities, like ours, as we honor the cycle of nature's rebirth and the enduring power of light.

Sunday, December 22, Drop In Between 12-3PM

Jane's collection is 25% Off All December!  With your purchase, you will also receive a complimentary 30 min Zoom Reading with Jane!

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Zoom Calls available for those who can't come in person.  Call the bookshop at 503-224-4929 to arrange this with Jane. 

Meet Psychic Artist and Shamanic Practitioner Jane De Forest, as she unveils the ancient wisdom and transformative energy of her stunning Lemurian Collection now for sale at New Renaissance!

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This is an informal  open house style event giving you the opportunity to  experience these crystals for yourself and ask Jane any questions that you might have!   This event will be held in the upstairs reading room.  Ask the staff at the front desk if you need help finding it.  

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What You'll Experience:

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• An introduction to the Lemurian Collection: Learn about these sacred, polished points that have been carefully mined and shaped by Brazilian families who have worked with them for generations.

• Energy & Healing: Discover how to use Lemurians for gridding, sacred geometry, focused healing, intention work, and spiritual protection.

• Interactive Q&A: Jane will guide you through a discussion on the history of Lemurians, their use in ancient civilizations like Atlantis, and their continued importance in Shamanic practices today.

• Hands-On Exploration: Have the chance to hold and connect with these powerful Lemurians, and learn how to integrate them into your personal spiritual practice.

Whether you're a seasoned crystal enthusiast or new to the world of energy work, this experience will deepen your understanding of these mystical tools and their potential to guide your journey.

Saturday, December 28, 2-3PM, $25

Join certified meditation instructor Isaiah Ford-Lucas (Being) for an enlightening workshop focused on healing your Sacral Chakra, the center of creativity, emotion, and vitality. Isaiah will guide you through practices to release blockages, enhance emotional balance, and ignite your creative energy.

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Through breathwork, visualization, and meditation, you'll learn to:

Unlock and enhance your creative potential
Improve emotional expression and resilience
Foster healthy relationships and cultivate joy
Balance your energy for increased vitality and passion

This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to reignite their passion, express their creativity more freely, and enhance their emotional well-being. Whether you're new to meditation or have an established practice, you'll leave with powerful tools to nurture your emotional flow and vitality.

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Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward deeper emotional balance and creative empowerment!

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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.

Anna Abraham, Tuesday, December 31, 6:30-8:00PM, $25

This New Year’s Eve, join visionary intuitive Anna Abraham and special guest Claire Areesa for a powerful ceremony and sound healing invoking the protection of Archangel Michael and the transformative power of the Violet Flame, guiding us into spiritual healing, empowerment, and inner strength as we step into the new year.

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Ceremony Highlights:

• Archangel Michael Affirmation for Divine Protection & Empowerment

• Sound Healing & Humming Ceremony with Crystal Bowls:  The ceremony begins by journeying into the magical realms of your Chakras, identifying your sacred frequency, and attuning all seven chakras with crystal bowls.

• Violet Flame Meditation: A guided meditation will help participants visualize the Violet Flame within, symbolizing internal strength and spiritual truth.

• Sacred Sound and Mantra: For the final sound ceremony, Claire Areesa will gift us with the sacred vocals of the higher frequencies, focusing on the 3rd Eye and Crown chakras for deeper spiritual alignment.

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This ceremony will empower us to step into the new year as beacons of light, ready to embrace spiritual transformation, healing, and the alchemy of love, justice, and freedom.

About Anna:
One of the rare Visionary Intuitives, Anna possesses the ability to see into the magical portals of the Chakras, offering transformational readings, guidance, and healing sessions. Creator of the Sacred Realms Visionary Oracle, Anna draws upon the mystical power of the cards to illuminate your path, challenges, and highest potential of self-realization and self-mastery. The inspiring imagery from the deck draws upon the prophetic wisdom of the Great Masters of Time & Space, Archangels, I Ching, and Native teachings to bring you crystal clear insights and guidance, empowering you to navigate your soul’s journey with clarity and confidence.  Anna is an inspired teacher, shaman, and spiritual guide. Anna Abraham combines worldly and spiritual wisdom with mountains of humor and compassion to help you receive and give the gift of love and honor the purpose of your Soul’s Journey. Portlandmindbodysoul.com

Join Jess on Sunday, January 5 from 1-4PM and Sunday, January 19 from 1-4PM

Join us for a magical experience with Jess as she brings a touch of sparkle to your hair! Every 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month, Jess will be at the bookshop to 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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Dave Markowitz joined by Special Guest Mark Mezadourian

Sunday, January 12, 11:30-1PM, Sliding Scale $10 - $50

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Frustrated? Exhausted? Anxious?  Would you like more information about the underlying causes of your pain or illness?

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In this event, Dave will offer individual health readings for attendees who volunteer to be read. Typically, there is so much more to health and healing than meets the eye. In Dave’s 3-decades of energy medicine experience, he’s seen that there is ALWAYS an emotional and energetic layer that once revealed can bring peace and an opportunity for deeper healing.

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Whatever is ailing you, getting more information about the underlying causes is both empowering and can reassure you that there is a way though whatever is arising for healing.

Dave will also do a group energy healing, where you can embody the information that was given or just bask in the safe container to calm the nervous system. You’ll also feel connected to the self, others, and to Spirit.

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Please know that you are not alone and both Dave and New Renaissance are here for you!

Dave Markowitz is a 2x best-selling author and intuitive healing practitioner with nearly 30 years of experience. His book Self-Care for the Self-Aware was on Amazon’s Top 20 list for 41 months. A faculty member of The Shift Network, Dave has shared the lecture bill with Deepak Chopra and received endorsements from notable figures like Lee Harris and Barry Goldstein. His work helps clients achieve greater awareness, lasting relief, spiritual growth, and clarity by aligning the body, mind, and spirit at the causal level.

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Working with Dave reminds us that we are never alone, and that there is always hope for healing.

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Disclaimer:

Due to the nature of intuited guidance and energy work, your results will vary depending on a variety of factors. Dave is not a medical doctor (MD) and cannot/will not diagnose, cure, prescribe, prognosticate, or “treat” any person or their medical condition—ever. Rather, his focus is on guiding you in transforming the underlying causal energies that may be responsible for life’s challenges.  Please note that guidance and energy work are not intended to replace medical care in any way, shape, or form.

Dave Markowitz, New Renaissance Books, and any employees, owners, or associates thereof make no medical claims whatsoever and assume no liability for any misinterpretation or misimplementation of the information provided.  Simply use what resonates with you and discard the rest. Remember, it’s always best to appreciate and heed the advice of your doctor.

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Important Notice:

• If you have been diagnosed with PTSD or a similar condition, please continue care with your licensed medical professional instead of attending this workshop.

• If you are feeling suicidal, please call the National Suicide Prevention Crisis Line: 1.800.273.TALK (8255).

• If you are facing a medical emergency, call your local Emergency Services at 911.

Martha Soria Sears, Sunday, January 12, 3-5PM, $30

This workshop brings you into the world of dreaming as a powerful tool for understanding yourself, your life’s journey, problem solving, healing, and so much more. If you have ever been curious about your dreams, then this is the workshop for you. We will discuss the historical and cultural foundations of dreaming, the various types of dreams we have, and the language of dreams so that you can interpret, apply, and work with this magical state. And if you can’t remember your dreams, not to worry, we will talk about how to start remembering and working with your dreams.

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Martha Soria Sears is what is called in Shamanism a “Dream Walker” who comes from a long line of psychic women, dream workers and dream walkers. Martha tells us “I remember as early as four years old having breakfast with my mother and grandmother and discussing the dreams we had each had, who we had helped in the dreams, and any angelic messages we had received.” As a Dream Walker, Martha considers dreams a sacred channel to communicate with other realms to receive guidance in every aspect of life.

Saturday, January 18, 1-3PM, $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.

Michael Vogt, Saturday, January 18, 6-7:30PM PST, $25

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable astrological knowledge and align your personal goals with the cosmic rhythms of 2025. Join us for an enlightening exploration of the major astrological events shaping the coming year. Together we will delve into the planetary phenomenon that will influence our lives in 2025 through the ancient Science of Light; Vedic astrology.

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Key Topics:

Month-by-Month Forecast: Gain insights into the astrological effects of each month of 2025, helping you plan ahead.

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Auspicious Dates: Learn about specific days during the upcoming year that are astrologically empowered for maximum success and achievement.

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General Planetary Transits: Understand the broader cosmic influences at play throughout the year.

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Presentation concludes with a Q&A session.

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Michael Vogt is a certificated Vedic astrologer, having received the Jyotish Visharada and Jyotish Kovid certificates from the Council of Vedic Astrology, as well as the Jyotish Ratna and Jyotish Prabhakara certificates from the American College of Vedic Astrology.

Kelly Lynn Glab, Friday, January 24, 5-6:30PM, $25

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Reiki is a Japanese healing system in which Universal life force energy is directed and offered to the recipient, through the practitioner’s hands, in order to heal, clear, replenish, balance, center, and ground one’s energy system and align one’s chakras.

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Explore Reiki and its applications for both humans and animals with Reiki Master Teacher Kelly Lynn Glab. Discover how Reiki can bring healing energy to one’s energetic being on the physical, mental, emotional, and Spiritual levels, removing energetic blocks, and healing imbalances at their core and can even transcend the dimensions of time and space.

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Kelly will share the basics of in person, distance, and animal Reiki in order to lay the groundwork of a foundation whether one is seeking healing for themselves or their animals or wishing to learn to practice Reiki themselves.

Please bring photos of animals and/or humans needing Reiki healing. Kelly is a Reiki Master Teacher who graduated from the only Certified Reiki Training Program in WA State, studying under Eileen Dey.

Laurie Faulkner, Saturday, January 25, 3-5PM, $25

Have you ever had curiosity around who you really are and what this life of yours is all about? Past Life Regression (PLR) can help you to remember who you truly are.

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Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT/PLR), created by Dolores Cannon, allows you to access that aspect of you called your Subconscious, Soul or Intuition. This divine aspect houses all the information of who we truly are and all experiences we’ve ever had in this lifetime and any other reality we have “lived” or are simultaneously living.

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We are these multidimensional energetic beings and as energy we never die or fail to exist. QHHT can tap into those realities that we label as “past lives” or “future lives” or simply land on the spiritual plane and connect with guides or loved ones.

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We each hold all of the answers and ability to heal ourselves within us. Come learn more about QHHT and how this incredible modality can offer deeper insight into the mystery of You so that you can navigate this experience through a greater spiritual lens as the energetic, spiritual being you truly are.

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Laurie Faulkner is a QHHT/PLR Practitioner, Death Doula and Reiki Master. She has been practising Past Life Regression for the past five years and has seen hundreds of clients both in Austin, TX and Portland. She was trained by Dolores Cannon, creator of QHHT and a pioneer in the field of Past Life Regression Hypnosis.

LaurieFaulknerQHHT.com

Marisa La Fata, Sunday, January 26, 3-4:30PM, $30

The tarot is a deck of 78 cards, each with its own unique imagery and symbolism. Among these cards, there are 22 major arcana cards that represent powerful archetypal energies.

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Archetypes, as conceptualized by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung, are universal symbols or patterns that exist in the collective human unconscious. In the context of the tarot, these archetypes offer profound insights into the human experience and can serve as a transformative tool for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth.

Journeying through the archetypes of the tarot can lead to deeper healing and transformation in several ways:

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● Self-Reflection Each archetype mirrors aspects of the human experience. Exploring these symbols prompts self-reflection, helping individuals better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

● Guidance The archetypes offer guidance for navigating life's challenges and opportunities. They can provide insight into the choices one faces and the potential outcomes of those choices.

● Integration Engaging with the archetypes helps individuals integrate various aspects of themselves.  By acknowledging both light and shadow aspects, people can achieve a more holistic and balanced self-understanding.

● Healing Trauma The tarot archetypes can serve as a tool for exploring and healing past traumas. Understanding the symbolism associated with certain cards may bring repressed emotions to the surface, allowing for healing and emotional release.

● Spiritual Growth The journey through tarot archetypes is often seen as a spiritual one. It can lead to increased self-awareness, connection with higher consciousness, and a deeper sense of purpose.

● Empowerment As individuals explore and understand the archetypal energies within themselves and connect to them as guides in their lives, they begin to feel empowered, gaining new awareness and the ability to shift their perceptions and make great changes in their inner and outer worlds.

In this series, the tarot becomes a tool for personal empowerment and transformation.

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This Month’s Journey: The Tower

The Tower is a symbol of sudden upheaval, revelation, radical change, and the breaking down of old structures. I will teach on radical sudden change. The type of change that comes when the lightning bolt comes out of nowhere and when we are the lightning in our own life. I will speak to unlearning limiting beliefs, allowing old structures to fall, what it means to surrender, and finding the courage to change. I will then take you on a shamanic journey to connect with the Tower as an archetype and guide in your life.

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Marisa is a shamanic healer and transformation guide, drawing from over 15 years of experience as a student, mentor, shamanic healer, meditation teacher and spiritual life coach. Since embracing sobriety, in 2008, she has undergone profound personal growth and has been committed to helping others navigate their own paths of healing. Her passion is teaching transformation through shamanic meditation. Marisa’s resilience and dedication shine. She has inspired many others to awaken to the power they have to heal themselves. Marisa has cultivated a deep understanding of the human spirit and her dedication to personal and collective growth resonates through her: one-on-one work, leadership in circles, workshops, mystery schools, women's retreats, and she is a well-loved Insight Timer Meditation Teacher. Her rich tapestry of knowledge is woven from the experiences of studying under the esteemed Ruiz family and apprenticing with Don Jose Ruiz. Currently, she is deepening her education and expertise as a shamanic breathwork practitioner under the mentorship of Linda Starwolf.

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.

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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.

Terry McGill, Thursday December 12, 6-7:30PM, $37.50

Join Us for an Evening of Transformation!  

This evening is designed for everyone, allowing you to receive exactly what you need at this moment.

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• Imagine harnessing more Life Force through the activation of your First and Second Chakras.

• Experience greater humility to transform the ego—the greatest of adversaries.

• Expand your Heart Chakra to deepen your capacity for love.

• Empower your voice with the Throat Chakra, enabling you to speak your truth with confidence.

• Enhance your clarity of thought and access deeper wisdom through the Sixth Chakra.

• Finally, elevate your consciousness and attain a higher level of enlightenment through the Crown Chakra.

About Tao Source Calligraphy

Tao Calligraphy is a revolutionary healing art based on an ancient form of one-stroke calligraphy (Yi Bi Zi) that Master Sha learned from sole lineage holder, Professor Li Qiu Yun. At over 100 years of age, Professor Li passed this unique lineage to Master Sha, who with his life-long training and mastery of ancient philosophies, healing arts, spiritual practices and more, developed this special Oneness writing further, to bring the essence, frequency and vibration of Tao Oneness into each calligraphy.  

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The result is Tao Calligraphy, which creates a powerful vibrational field that carries the positive messages of Tao Source, such as unconditional love, forgiveness, harmony, flourishing and more. In this unique vibrational field, we can transform negative information and energy in our own vibrational field by absorbing the positive information and energy of the Tao Calligraphy. This can result in positive changes in our lives.

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About Terry McGill

Terry McGill is a Tao Calligraphy Practitioner, trained and empowered by the Tao Institute. Since 2009, he has been offering transformative events and Akashic Record readings at the New Renaissance Bookshop. Join us for an inspiring evening!

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