August 2008 Calendar of Events

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

FRIDAY AUGUST 1ST

Brevard County Buddhist Fellowship Unity of Melbourne – 7pm. Join us as we celebrate the dharma (teachings of Buddha) and enjoy fellowship with one another. We will be watching the DVD: Discovering Buddhism Video Series and doing prayer, meditation and chanting. www.brevardcountybuddhistfellowship.com. Meets 1st & 3rd Fridays. $5 Donation. Unity of Melbourne 1745 Trimble Rd. 321-961-3223.

New Moon Ceremony – 7:30-9pm. Harness the powerful lunar energies through ceremony and intention to manifest positive changes in your life and our world. Bring your drum or rattle and a small stick. Donations accepted. Center for Healing Arts 916 Columbus Ave., Melbourne. 321-733-7633.

Couples Retreat & Workshop – 7:30pm - Sun 1:45pm. Transform your relationship through sacred intimacy and conscious loving. Deepen Intimacy and Passion. Discover Tantra. $595/couple. Richard & Diana Daffner, Caliente Resort & Spa, Land of Lakes (Tampa), FL. www.IntimacyRetreats.com. Other dates, locations, brochure. 1-877-282-4244.

SATURDAY AUGUST 2ND

Pranic Healing-Level 1 – 9am-5:30pm. Pranic Healing is a comprehensive energy based healing system that utilizes prana to facilitate the body’s innate ability to heal. 14 State and National CEU’s for LMT’s participating in the workshop. LMT’s who have previously taken the course can review for $75. Other can review for $50. $300, $75 to review with CEU’s; $50 to review without CEU’s. Lotus Heart Holistic Center, 529 East New Haven Ave., Melbourne. To register call 321-768-7575.

Stress Reduction Workshop – 10-11:30am. This workshop will offer tools to reduce stress. Includes breath awareness, guided relaxation techniques, and gentle yoga poses known to be beneficial in the management of stress. Instructor: Tami Osiecki, M.A. $15. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Indian River County Living and Raw Food Meet Up Group – Noon. Dr. Brian Clement - Director of Hippocrates Health Institute, West Palm Beach, Florida will be sharing some eye opening information with us: high blood pressure, cancer, diabetes, depression, lose weight, or just wants more energy. $5 donation and potluck. Treasure Coast Integrative Therapy 1360 US 1 suite 7, Vero Beach in between Bella Napoli and Sandy’s Furniture on the East Side of US 1. 772-589-5944.

Holistic Health for the Whole Family – 3-4:30pm. Local holistic practitioners provide important health and healing information for all ages and lifestyles. Hosted by Dr. Joseph Eplett. Free. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

MONDAY AUGUST 4TH

Beginner Yoga – 9-10am. Build strength, flexibility and balance in a fun and safe yoga studio. Intro offer only $29 for an entire month of unlimited yoga. $13 single class or intro offer 1 month for $29. Downtown Yoga 532 E. New Haven Ave. Melbourne. 321-676-4600.

TUESDAY AUGUST 5th

Harmonize Hormones for Household Happiness – 7pm. Menopause and PMS can cause pain, stress and emotional turmoil. Why suffer when you can solve these problems naturally? Dr. Brian Walsh speaks on women’s health issues. Call to reserve your seat. Free but space is limited. CARE Chiropractic & Wellness Center 2104 W. New Haven Ave, W Melbourne. 321-728-1387.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 6TH

Natural Mothering Meeting/PlayGroup – 10:30-11:30am. Meet and connect with other moms who enjoy parenting naturally. Interests may or may not include breastfeeding, attachment parenting, co-sleeping, baby wearing, homeopathy, healthy cooking, natural cleaning and more. Free. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Yoga Microseminar: Forward bends – 4-5:15 or 6-7:15pm. This micro seminar will explore the different ways to prepare and deepen forward bend postures using the breath and visualizations. Call for details. $10. Merritt Island-Cocoa Beach. 321-431-5054.

FRIDAY AUGUST 8TH

Come Together Right Now Event – 7pm. Join us as we come together for fellowship, food, movies and music. Bring a dish to pass, and join us as we discover India and Vietnam thru pictures and stories topped off with drumming. We will have White Bear, a Native American Elder lead us as we drum together in unity. All are welcome. Free. 11 Fillmore Court Satellite Beach. 321-961-3223.

Parent Information Session – 1pm. A+ Academy will host information session on which test and therapy is best for your child (and your budget). Free. 1855 Lansing Street Melbourne (Promiseland Complex) www.IncredibleHorizons.com. 321-751-1313.

SATURDAY AUGUST 9TH

Posturcize Workshop – 10:15-Noon. Posturcize™ is a series of fun, easy to do exercises for the prevention of and recovery from repetitive motion syndromes, chronic muscular tension in the neck, shoulders, and back, bursitis, joint pain, tendonitis, carpal tunnel or finger pain. Instructor Janet Harazda RN, LMT. $15. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Introduction to Zen Workshop – 1-3pm. Learn the basics of various systems of meditation and how Zen Meditation differs from any other form. Explains the issues of anxiety and stress and show how meditation can alleviate these symptoms by going to the source of the problem. Experience an actual Zen practice. Instructor, Zen Master Al Rapaport has practiced and taught Zen for 40 years. $25. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Booksigning – 3-4pm. "OPEN MIND ZEN: A Guide to Meditation" Meet the author, Zen Master Al Rapaport. Free. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495/

SUNDAY AUGUST 10TH

Introduction to Meditation Workshop – 10am-12:30pm. One in a series of independent programs covering different material each time, this workshop teaches some fundamental techniques for meditating. Suitable for the new student as well as those who have attended previous workshops. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. The Yoga Center, 1540 John Rodes Blvd off SR192 (½ mile E. of I-95 in Melbourne). 321-728-0300 or info@YogaCenterMelbourne.com.

TUESDAY AUGUST 12TH

CLP Brevard Networking Meeting – 5:30-7:30pm. At Conscious Living Partnership, you will find the opportunities for networking with people interested in natural health, green lifestyle and conscious business practices. This meeting will be hosted by Leslie Purdy of TrueWealthIsDebtFree.info. Feel free to bring a guest – and bring lots of business cards. For more information go to our calendar at www.ConsciousLivingPartnership.com. Free. Melbourne Area Association of Realtors, 1450 Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-243-2493.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 13TH

Yoga Micro seminar: Backbends – 4-5:15 or 6-7:15pm. This micro seminar will explore the different ways to prepare and deepen backbend postures using the breath and visualizations. Call for details. $10. Merritt Island-Cocoa Beach. 321-431-5054.

Cooking Class – 6:30-7:30pm. Free cooking class with Chef Larry. Learn how to prepare delicious, heart healthy food with Chef Larry as he prepares a meal during the class. Free. Sunshine Health Foods Store 2916 S Washington Ave Titusville. 321-269-4848.

THURSDAY AUGUST 14TH

Spiritual Healing Course – 7-8:30pm. This 14-week course, channeled and written by Rev. Pat Raimondo, will teach you over 30 different spiritual and physical techniques for healing yourself and others. Includes color therapy, chakra balancing, and lots of spiritual energy work. Teacher Cheri Eplett. Call to pre-register. $7 per class. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

FRIDAY AUGUST 15TH

Brevard County Buddhist Fellowship Unity of Melbourne – 7pm. Join us as we celebrate the dharma (teachings of Buddha) and enjoy fellowship with one another. We will be watching the DVD: Discovering Buddhism Video Series and doing prayer, meditation and chanting. www.brevardcountybuddhistfellowship.com. Meets 1st & 3rd Fridays. $5 Donation. Unity of Melbourne 1745 Trimble Rd. 321-961-3223.

Circles of Intentions – 7-8:30pm. Intention Circles forming. Make a difference in the world. Use of intention for global issues and personal goals. Led by Vivat, a visionary counselor and minister, 25 years experience in various spiritual practices. Free introduction. Center for Healing Arts 916 Columbus Ave. Melbourne. 321-733-7633.

SATURDAY AUGUST 16TH

Introduction to Yoga - 6 week Program thru September 20th – 9-10:15am. Learn the basic postures at a slow pace, gain flexibility, build core strength. If you are brand new to a yoga practice, or wish to fine tune your practice, this program gears you toward a gentle or beginner/intermediate class. $55. The Yoga Center, 1540 John Rodes Blvd off SR192 (½ mile E. of I-95 in Melbourne). 321-728-0300 or info@YogaCenterMelbourne.com.

Zen Breathwork – 10am-Noon. Experience the transformative effect of facilitated Zen Breathwork. This simple technique will help raise your energy, increase breath capacity and clear the mind. $25. Open Mind Zen Center, 878 Sarno Rd, Melbourne. 321-768-2098 or OpenMindZen@aol.com.

Healing Tao Workshop – 10:30am-12:30pm. Instructor Ted Doras is a student of Master Mantak Chia. $15. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Full Moon Ceremony – 7:30-9pm. Harness the powerful lunar energies through ceremony and intention to manifest positive changes in your life and our world. Bring your drum or rattle and a small stick. Donations accepted. Center for Healing Arts 916 Columbus Ave., Melbourne. 321-733-7633.

MONDAY AUGUST 18TH

Melbourne BCBF Melbourne Fee Ave Library – 7pm. This month we will be listening to a Featured lecture from Buddhist Monk Ajahn Brahm. We will also be praying, chanting and doing silent meditation. We will discuss how to apply the Buddhist values into our daily life and use it in all areas of our life. Join us. Beginners, advanced, and intermediate are all warmly welcome. Free. Melbourne Fee Ave Library. 321-961-3223.

TUESDAY AUGUST 19TH

Stress and Fatigue – 7pm. Learn the causes of stress and fatigue and how to overcome them naturally. Dr. Brian Walsh speaks. Call to reserve your seat. Free but space is limited. CARE Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 2104 W. New Haven Avenue, W. Melbourne. 321-728-1387. www.drwalshcares.com.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 20TH

Natural Mothering Meeting/PlayGroup – 10-11:30am. Meet and connect with other moms who enjoy parenting naturally. Interests may or may not include breastfeeding, attachment parenting, co-sleeping, baby wearing, homeopathy, healthy cooking, natural cleaning and more. Free. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

CLP Business Networking Luncheon – Noon-1:30pm. Conscious Living Partnership’s networking luncheon is where business people work together to support each other. Bring lots of business cards and brochures. You will find opportunities for networking with like-minded people interested in natural health, green lifestyle and conscious business practices. For more information go to our calendar at www.ConsciousLivingPartnership.com. Free. Appleseed Health Food Store, 1007 Pathfinder Way, Ste 110, Rockledge. 321-631-1444.

CLP Indian River Networking Meeting – 5:30-7:30pm. At Conscious Living Partnership, you will find the opportunities for networking with people interested in natural health, green lifestyle and conscious business practices. Join us for our monthly events - feel free to bring a guest – and bring lots of business cards. For more information go to our calendar at www.ConsciousLivingPartnership.com. Free. Treasure Coast Integrative Therapies, 1360 US Hwy 1, Ste 5, Vero Beach. 772-569-7770.

THURSDAY AUGUST 21ST

Free Seminar on Natural Solutions to Asthma – 1-2pm. Attend this free community workshop to learn about the cause of symptoms of asthma, and effective non-drug solutions to treating asthma such as acupuncture, herbs, nutrition and vitamins. Seating is limited; please RSVP. Free. Eau Gallie Public Library, 1521 Pineapple Avenue, Melbourne. 321-259-0555.

FRIDAY AUGUST 22ND

Children’s Color Energy Workshop – 4-5pm. For ages 7-12. Color affects our energy, feelings and focus. Explore the energies of color through special art projects. Try to wear your favorite color to the class. Instructors Jerry and Dee Garramone are retired schoolteachers and artists. $10. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Couples Beach Retreat & Workshop – 7:30pm - Sun 1:45pm. Create Magic in Your Relationship. Deepen Intimacy and Passion. Discover Tantra. $595/couple. Richard & Diana Daffner, Siesta Key Beach, Sarasota, FL. www.IntimacyRetreats.com. Other dates, locations, brochure. 1-877-282-4244.

SATURDAY AUGUST 23RD

Introduction to Yoga Workshop – 1-2:30pm. Beginners learn the basics of yoga: the postures, foundational alignments, breathing and relaxation techniques. Strengthen and tone the body with an experienced and certified teacher in a safe environment. Beginners of all ages welcome. Instructor Laurie Finnegan, M.A., RYT 500, is an experienced, certified Kripalu Yoga teacher and is registered with the Yoga Alliance. $15. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Aging Gracefully Workshop – 3-4:30pm. Local holistic practitioners speak about ways of healthy aging and demonstrate techniques to slow the aging process. Hosted by Dr. Joseph Eplett. Free. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

SUNDAY AUGUST 24TH

Divining with Objects and Stones – 10am-2pm. Since the beginning of humanity, indigenous medicine people have used objects from nature to create personal tools for divination. Stones, seed, bones, coins and other objects become the teller of stories. Learn to create your own tool for divination. Learn to read the stories they have to share about our personal paths and journeys. List of items needed at time of registration. $125 pre-registration only. Center for Healing Arts 916 Columbus Ave. Melbourne. 321-733-7633.

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 27TH

Yoga Micro seminar: Composing a short yoga session – 4-5:15 or 6-7:15pm. This micro seminar will teach you how to choose a few complementary poses to move your spine in all essential directions. We will finish with balancing poses. Call for details. $10. Merritt Island-Cocoa Beach. 321-431-5054.

Satellite Beach BCBF Twelve Step Buddhist Gathering – 7pm. Join us if you are part of Any Twelve Step Group. We will be gathering in the Buddhist Tradition and doing this from the Book: One breath at a Time. Great for anyone looking outside the traditional Twelve Step Groups. We will give support, structure and our experience, strength and hope with the Focus on Buddhism. www.brevardcountybuddhistfellowship.com. Free. Satellite Beach Library Community Room. 321-961-3223.

THURSDAY AUGUST 28th

Free Seminar on Natural Solutions to Asthma – 10-11am. Attend this free community workshop to learn about the cause of symptoms of asthma, and effective non-drug solutions to treating asthma such as acupuncture, herbs, nutrition and vitamins. Seating is limited; please RSVP. Free. Pro-Health & Fitness, 611 E. Sheridan Rd., Melbourne. Also offered at 6-7pm at Pro-Health & Fitness, 255 Borman Dr., Merritt Island. 321-259-0555.

Secrets for Effective Weight Loss – 7pm. Tried everything but still can’t lose that weight? Learn the keys to successful weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Brian Walsh speaks. Call to reserve your seat. Free but space is limited. CARE Chiropractic & Wellness Center, 2104 W. New Haven Avenue, W. Melbourne. 321-728-1387.

SATURDAY AUGUST 30TH

Introduction to Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Workshop – 1-2:30pm. Instructor: Jamin Nichols, Acupuncture Physician. An introduction to Oriental Medicine from a historical and contemporary approach. Jamin will discuss some of the illnesses treated by acupuncture and the various styles used in treatment. Questions and answers will follow. Free. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

Chakra Dance Workshop – 7-9pm. The "Chakra Dance" is a visionary, multi-media dance journey. We begin in meditation and visualization and end in a circle of healing and universal connection. You focus on each individual chakra through guided meditation, and then are encouraged to explore and express each of the 7 chakras through movement and dance. Instructors Debby Jeffries & Cheri Eplett. $25 pre-registered or $30 at door. AQUARIAN DREAMS 414 N. Hwy A1A, Indialantic. 321-729-9495.

New Moon Ceremony – 7:30-9pm. Harness the powerful lunar energies through ceremony and intention to manifest positive changes in your life and our world. Bring your drum or rattle and a small stick. Donations accepted. Center for Healing Arts 916 Columbus Ave., Melbourne. 321-733-7633.

SUNDAY AUGUST 31ST

Florida Water Class / Banos De Floras – 10am-1pm. Learn to create Florida Water from herbs and flowers grown in your garden or collected from nature. Florida Water is traditional floral water used to bless, anoint, cleans and release heavy energy while bathing. This is a fun filled hands-on class. Join us. $45 pre-registered or $50 day of class. Center of Healing Arts, 916 Columbus Ave. Melbourne. 321-733-7633.

Save The Date

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 19TH –SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 28TH

Yoga Teacher Training – A Yoga Alliance registered school, is offering a certified Yoga Instructor Training. The training course is a 200 hour RYT Yoga Alliance certified program which has graduated three very successful graduating classes. The program offers a unique opportunity to join students from all over the country to learn yoga in a sacred Ashram environment. The class consists of two ten-day sessions, September 19-28 and November 28- December 7. For more information call 772-589-1403, ext.109 or visit www.kashi.org. Kashi School of Yoga is located at 11155 Roseland Rd., Sebastian.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 21ST

Yoga Workshop on Twists & Forward Bends – 10-12:30pm. These poses calm the nervous system and quiet the brain creating an internal focus. Physically, they stretch the hamstrings and the spinal muscles, open the upper back, release tension in the neck and have an overall cleansing effect on the internal organs. Yoga Props will be skillfully utilized to modify the poses so that students can receive maximum benefits. For experienced students. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. The Yoga Center, 1540 John Rhodes Blvd off SR192 (½ mile E. of I-95 in Melbourne). 321-728-0300 or info@YogaCenterMelbourne.com.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27TH

Wellness Health Fair – 10am-7pm. Speakers will be presenting free lectures & demonstrations. Free blood drive with the big red bus & free blood pressure screening. Free refreshments, Free Jade Massage raffles & door prizes & more A Better Way to Health 1954 Dairy Road West Melbourne. RSVP 321-956-7777.

SATURDAY MARCH 14TH 2009

7th Annual Healthy Living Expo – 10am-5pm. New Venue Centrally located - Brevard Community College Melbourne. Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities available. Promote your product or service at the area’s largest healthy expo. Sign up early for the best deals! Prime booth locations already selling fast! Free Admission. Hundreds of door prizes, free samples of products, free tasting of healthy food and beverages, Sample massages, Free chiropractic screenings, Free Workshops & much, much more. 321-777-6433 or visit www.HealthyLivingExpos.com.