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The Lotus Centre Newsletter The Lotus Centre & Babylon
Bookshop provide a community service newsletter for workshops in Tasmania
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Issue: February 2009 |
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Welcome to this
month’s issue of The Lotus Centre Newsletter From The Lotus Centre & Babylon
Bookshop Team |
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Hi dear Friends and Fellow
Travellers, We are so blessed in Tasmania to
enjoy some balmy evenings with expansive clear night skies. Enjoying this time with friends, one of the
children asked ‘which is closer – the moon or Melbourne’. ‘The moon’ shouted the younger children
‘you can see the moon but you can’t see Melbourne’. We laughed but for a child this made
sense. Often when you can see
something, it is so much easier to believe in. And yet a spiritual journey requires a
belief and trust in something that is by and large invisible but so beautiful
and experiential. In this newsletter perhaps please
note the following workshops listed: ·
Second National Elders Gathering - Letting
Go of the Warrior ·
Reiki Tummo 1 & 2 And don’t miss this month’s NEW
listings for the newsletter. If any
info in this newsletter interests you … then please contact the person listed
in the newsletter …. or alternatively check out: —
The Babylon Bookshop
noticeboard, —
Listed web-sites;
and —
The Lotus Centre
display board —
Or come and talk
to us at Babylon/Lotus Centre … For interesting Book and CD
reviews please browse the end of the newsletter Wishing you a wonderfully LOVE-filled,
joyful and peaceful month ahead and many heart-warming moments, insights,
journeying inside and all that there is ……………….. Thank you dearly for your
submissions / info for this edition and for taking the time to open the
newsletter e-mail and to read/browse ….. With Love and smiles from Kent, Amanda, Christoph, Rene,
Isaac, Cheynie, Klaus and Jane and from all at Babylon
and The Lotus Centre PS. (1)
Apologies for the February newsletter’s delay. Please always send us any information for
the next newsletter between mid month or – at the latest - a few days before
the end of the month ... simply use this e-mail address to write to us or go
to www.thelotuscentre.com.au (2) If
you no longer wish to receive the newsletter, simply let us know, per e-mail and
– we will take you off the date base with the same love that we placed you on
it too. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ All perfection and every divine virtue are hidden within
you. Reveal them to the world ~Babaji ~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ |
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What’s NEW for the newsletter! |
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***Campbelltown
Belly Dance and Drumming Workshops - Feb 28th 2009 Venue: Town Hall ***Belly Dance
Workshop with Zahira Belly dance is a fun dance form for people of all ages, shapes
and sizes. We will cover some of the basic moves in belly dance and put
them together in fun, easy to remember combinations to make a short choreography. Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm ***Arabic Drumming
with Razi Known for his thorough but laid back teaching methods, Razi is a favourite amongst female drumming students of all
ages. He is lead drummer for Zahira and The Drum Frenzy. In this workshop you will learn to play the Egyptian tabla
(also called Darabouka). Correct hand technique will be covered as well as a couple of
Egyptian rhythms. Notes supplied. Suitable drums are djembes and Egyptian style tablas. There are a small number of drums available for loan. Time: 2:45pm – 4:00pm Costs: Belly Dance - $22.00 Arabic Drumming $18.50 Both Workshops $38.00 Seniors Card Holders: 10% discount Email zahira1au@yahoo.com.au,
mob: 0418 139 826 Zahira's Belly Dance Bazaar http://home.iprimus.com.au/kazzray |
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***Journey to the
Heart - Women's Healing Circle with Cindy Aulby Four week courses
on Saturdays from 2pm till 5pm, South Hobart. Starts Sat 28th
February to 21st March. Then 4th to 25th
April and continuing throughout the year. $80 for the four
week course. Give yourself the time to connect with your deeper self and
with others in guided, safe and sacred space. We use guided meditations,
music, drawing and sharing our stories to assist on the journey. For enquiries and bookings, contact Nicole on 6278 8203 or
nicoleparums@keypoint.com.au Visit Cindy's website for more details: |
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***Second National
Elders Gathering - Letting Go of the Warrior. Wednesday 4th
March 4:00pm to Friday 6th mid afternoon. 2009 At Waddamana in
Tasmania's Central Highlands. Accommodation and great food $130. For men 55+. Transport & billets. The TMG (below) follows on from the Elders
Gathering and is a separate event which you are welcome to stay for. Structured and unstructured sessions, ritual and small group
times. - Changing
lives - Changing
energy - Changing
emotions - Changing
roles, new roles such as blessing younger men - Insights into
what is important - New
contributions - Approaching
death - The role of
Elders These in the contexts of self, families, community and
spirit. Everyone will have their say. Enquiries to Rob Dalton 0419 368 923 or 03 6224 6682. robjdalton@gmail.com Registration form at http://www.tasmen.org.au/ |
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***13th Annual
Tasmanian Men's Gathering - Explore the Wildman Evening of Friday
March 6 to afternoon of Monday March 9 2009.
Waddamana in the
Central Highlands
Where is that part of you that knows exactly what it wants to
do and won't let fear or anything else get in the way?? Raw, energetic, powerful, passionate and
full of life ??? Sounds great doesn't
it?? TMG 2009: An opportunity for men to come together to reignite the spark
of positive masculine energy. For those of you who already know your Wildman,
bring that energy along to share and celebrate it with others, at what
promises to be a powerful, creative and energising gathering. For men who have never been to a TMG we invite you to really
consider this event. Come along and be
with men from across Australia to explore what it's like to be a healthy,
connected, vibrant man. Your are welcome!!
If you're unsure about tapping into this space..bring a mate. The 13th Annual Men's Gathering in Tasmania. Facilitated by
Tasmanian men experienced in Men's work.
Organised by the Tasmanaian Men's Health and Wellbeing Association. Cost $410 includes acommodation, great food and T shirt!. Bursaries may be available on enquiry. Contact Mark Ikia: (M) 0407 042 405 Marty: 0401 464 678 or
email tmg2009@tasmen.org.au
Registration form at http://www.tasmen.org.au/ |
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***Singing Bowl -
Fundraising Concert for the Bushfire Appeal Saturday
07.03.2009 6:30pm, Port Arthur Asylum at Port
Arthur's Historic Site with Christina Koenig (Yoga teacher, sound massage therapist)
and Sascha Bauer (Dipl. musician & teacher, radio presenter &
speaker, sound massage therapist) Experience healing vibrations of singing bowls, made by
Tibetans, on body, mind and spirit. For more information, fliers, and/or booking contact Ma Bodhi
or Anand 03 6229 7458 or by email: mabodhi@bigpond.com |
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***Workshop
"Experience Singing Bowls" Sunday 8th March
2009- 12 to 5pm, Taranna, Tasman Peninsula, Community Hall Meeting Room, Amy
Street with Christina Koenig (Yoga teacher, sound massage therapist)
and Sascha Bauer (Dipl. musician & teacher, radio presenter &
speaker, sound massage therapist) Experience healing vibrations of singing bowls, made by
Tibetans, on body, mind and spirit. Cost: $90 For more information, fliers, and/or booking contact Ma Bodhi
or Anand 03 6229 7458 or by email: mabodhi@bigpond.com |
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After a recent reiki attunement one of the
participants wrote to us: ‘… I can
really feel the difference … I can find the feeling in my heart almost
instantly now.’
For more info contact The
Lotus Centre on 6231 9669, visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au |
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Workshops & Events ... around Hobart and
beyond |
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*** Yoga from the
Heart Vital health of
body, vibrant mind, shining heart Summer Session Feb
10 - April 10, 2009 The Lotus Centre,
45 Victoria Street, Hobart For more information see below in ‘Workshops, events and
therapies at The Lotus Centre’. For full details and costs please
visit www.yogafromtheheart.com.au
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***Singing Bowl
workshops and Singing Bowl Concerts First time in Tasmania with Christina Koenig (Yoga teacher,
sound massage therapist) and Sascha Bauer (Dipl. musician & teacher,
radio presenter & speaker, sound massage therapist) Experience healing vibrations of singing bowls, made by
Tibetans, on body, mind and spirit. ***Singing Bowl
Concerts Lie down, relax, and let the vibrations carry you where the mind
cannot follow . . . . $20.- Bring mat, blanket, cushion to lie on Wednesday
25.02.2009 7pm, New Town Friends Meeting
Room, Cnr. Argyle St/Boa Vista Road Thursday
26.02.2009 7pm, North Hobart Adult education
Centre, Room 7, 32 Church Street Tuesday 03.03.2009
7pm, Launceston Launceston Yoga
Centre, Level 1, 42 Brisbane Street Wednesday
04.03.2009 7pm, Deloraine St Mark's Hall, 5
East Westbury Place Thursday
05.03.2009 7pm, Kingston Kingborough Senior
Citizen Hall, 35 Redwood Road Fundraising Concert
for the Bushfire Appeal: Saturday
07.03.2009 6:30pm, Port Arthur Asylum at Port
Arthur's Historic Site ***Singing bowl workshop “Yoga and Sound”
– first time in Tasmania Friday 27th Feb 2009 6pm to Sunday 1st
March 2009 2pm at Lotus Centre. For more workshop details please
see below in ‘Workshops, events and therapies at the Lotus Centre’ ***Workshop
"Experience Singing Bowls" Sunday 8th March
2009, 12 to 5pm, Taranna, Tasman Peninsula, Community Hall Meeting Room, Amy
Street Cost: $90 For more information, fliers, and/or booking contact Ma Bodhi
or Anand 03 6229 7458 or by email: mabodhi@bigpond.com |
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*** Ta Ke Ti
Na Rhythm for
Evolution with Certified TaKeTiNa teacher Christina Giudici Intensive session:
Evening and full day Sat March 14th
from 7.30 – 10.00 pm and Sunday March 15th from 10 am to 5 pm Cost: $90 / 70
concession Location: All
sessions held at Frank Wells Hall, Friends Junior School, 395 Argyle St,
North Hobart The TaKeTiNa Rhythm Process developed by Reinhard Flatischler
is a unique transformational music learning process. Participants are guided
into a state of rhythmic simultaneity, using polyrhythms and cross rhythms in
the feet, hands and voice. Although
highly musical, TaKeTiNa is a deeply relaxing and meditative process that
requires no musical experience. It accesses the body’s intrinsic rhythmic
knowledge in a safe and playful setting. Its recommended you wear comfortable clothes, and bring a
water bottle, and a mat or blanket to lie on at the end of the session. For further information about the TaKeTiNa Rhythm process, see
www.taketina.com To secure you booking or for further information, contact
Christina by phone or email: M: 0437 009 792 |
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*** JOURNEY TO
SELF EMPOWERMENT CERTIFICATE 14 & 15 March,
4 week-ends, Lindisfarne Using guided meditation and visual imagery techniques (ISET),
this course allows you to discover your infinite nature and embark on a
journey towards self empowerment. The course provides a great opportunity for
you to create positive change in your life and in the lives of the people
around you. Due to the practical nature of this course, it is very common for
students to experience healing and change at the spiritual level resulting in
an increased sense of well being and self awareness. The techniques used in this course were developed in Melbourne
by Eileen Goble, and named Integrated Self Empowerment Therapy (ISET). This course is run over 4 week-ends and starts on the 14/15
March. Cost $795 All the above courses and workshops are held in Lindisfarne For more details please see www.joynicholson.com.au Or contact Joy email: joynicholson@aapt.net.au Mobile: 0415 416 168 |
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*** REIKI
WORKSHOPS Reiki 2 workshop
Sat 28th and Sun 29th March All the above courses and workshops are held in Lindisfarne For more details please see www.joynicholson.com.au Or contact Joy email: joynicholson@aapt.net.au Mobile:
0415 416 168 |
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*** Buddhist Society Of Tasmania (Inc)
Theravada Meditation
is 7pm Friday evenings. The resident monk is available most days to talk to
enquirers, teach meditation and the teachings (Dhamma) of the Buddha. The resident monk will attend Buddhist
funerals if required. No
charges - the Centre is maintained by Theravada Buddhist supporters and the
Buddhist Society of Tasmania (Inc) and by donations. There
is a small library of Buddhist books, which is being established as a
resource library for students and enquirers. Special
events include: Full moon in May (Buddhist Christmas); Full moon in October
(Kathina) Contact
details: 59 Hall Street, Ridgeway
7054. Ph. 62391160 |
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*** Critical Mass
"Cycle Celebration" 5:15pm @ Franklin
Square Last Friday of every month!! Please come take
part in a ride around Hobart to show your support for cycling and advocate
for improved cycling infrastructure. |
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***Inspiration Circle Meet monthly to nourish the spirit. We gather to share about a diverse range of
topics - environmental, social justice, sharing world resources, the
arts... We include some quotations and
readings from a wide range of sources for reflection. Everyone regardless of belief or background
is welcomes to attend. Please contact
Angela on 6223 8415 or angelabryan@aapt.net.au
for details. |
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*** Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Centre Regular events and courses include yoga courses, positive
thinking course, and meditation.
Please call the Centre on 6278 3788 for detailed information and
bookings. |
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*** Satyananda Yoga Please contact the Satyananda Yoga
Centre on 6231 9117. E-mail: hobart@satyananda.net, visit www.satyananda.net |
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*** Living Yoga - Children's Yoga Dance At Weeroona Yoga Studio, North Hobart. Adult courses in Hatha
and meditation. Ph Roslyn on 0439 995
655. |
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*** The Tas Pagan
Website The Tas Pagans website was created with the intention of
serving as a meeting point, a resource and a community for Pagans around and
from Tasmania. We are not an
organisation; we merely exist to bring Pagans together! We also provide free advertising for
businesses who are either Pagan-based or Pagan-owned/run, to help support the
Pagan community in Tasmania. Feel free to check it out at http://taspagans.com – create an
account, join in on the forums, submit essays/articles, interesting news
stories, anything - we’ll be happy to have you! |
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*** Pagan Alliance Meets every first Thursday of the
month upstairs at the New Sydney Hotel at 6.00 pm. All welcome. Ask at the
bar if you have difficulty finding the room. |
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Workshops, events, therapies
at 'The Lotus Centre' |
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Workshops .... |
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*** Yoga from the
Heart Vital health of
body, vibrant mind, shining heart Summer Session Feb
10 - April 10, 2009 The Lotus Centre,
45 Victoria Street, Hobart Please contact the teacher of the class you wish to attend. Clare: clare@yogafromtheheart.com.au, Phone 6227 8941 Lee: lee@yogafromtheheart.com.au, Phone 0417 319 046 Dani (teacher in
training): dani@yogafromtheheart.com.au, Phone: 0416 978543
There will be no classes Monday March 9 due to the public
holiday. Tuesday Evening 7:15 - 8:45 pm will be a focus class and the
teacher will vary. You will be able to
register for individual sessions and we hope this will serve to deepen your
practice. Please check the
website. If you have any requests or
particular interests please let us know. For full details and costs please
visit www.yogafromtheheart.com.au
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***Singing bowl workshop “Yoga and Sound”
– first time in Tasmania with Christina Koenig (Yoga teacher, sound massage therapist)
and Sascha Bauer (Dipl. music musician & teacher, radio presenter &
speaker, sound massage therapist) Experience healing vibrations of singing bowls, made by
Tibetans, on body mind and spirit. The workshop offers an exceptional combination of singing bowl
concerts, Yoga practice with healing sounds (postures, breathing exercises,
and meditations), Sound Massage, and Sound Formations. Participants can make
contact with the bowls. It will be an uplifting, nurturing and balancing
weekend. Friday 27th Feb 2009 6pm to Sunday 1st
March 2009 2pm at Lotus Centre. Cost: $380.- Fee does not include meals and accommodation. Book early – number of participants is limited. For more information, fliers, and/or booking contact Ma Bodhi
or Anand 03 6229 7458 or by email: mabodhi@bigpond.com |
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*** Reiki Tummo Weekend Level 1 & 2 Our heart is the key to deep calmness, inner peace, happiness
and spiritual growth. Reiki Tummo’s
profound knowledge about the heart has been for many a wonderful and unique
journey of learning, being and meditation.
See above ‘What’s
NEW for the Newsletter’ For more info
contact The Lotus Centre on 6231
9669 or 0430 282073, visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au |
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*** HEART MEDITATION 1.30 – 2.30 pm Monday to Saturday 7.30 pm Monday evening |
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Experience meditation with the heart and being more 'in the
heart.' Often a deeply peaceful and
joyful experience; for beginners and experienced meditators alike. Small
groups, $5-10 contribution. In the Lotus Room, 1st floor (Monday eve on 2nd
floor). Casual attendance, no need to book.
All welcome. For more information, please ph 6231 9669 or visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au |
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Please contact the
Lotus Centre on 6231 9669 or www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
to book in. Or just drop in. |
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*** Reiki Tummo Practice Evening At 6pm on Thursday in the ‘Lotus Room’ at ‘The Lotus Centre’. This evening is for everyone who has
attended Reiki Tummo or Heart Workshop level 1 or more J. Phone 6231 9669 or e-mail via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm. Room hire, etc contribution: $5. |
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Therapies & therapists at
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To book a session, for any of the
listed practitioners please contact The Lotus Centre on 6231 9669 or e-mail via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm. A range of holistic, alternative therapies available: 1. Remedial Massage and Reiki with Anthony Bone (0408 132562)
via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm 2. Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Massage with Jackie Pisera (0423
482125); jackabean@hotmail.com 3. Shiatsu Therapy and Reiki
(level 3) with Klaus Baur (0419 440123) or e-mail: via www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
4. Massage with Michael Carroll (0408
133679) e-mail: carrollmjj@gmail.com
5. Craniosacral Balancing with John
Sager Phone 0421 983 938 For any further information about
the modality / therapy, it is best to contact the practitioners directly. More detailed info also on www.thelotuscentre.com.au Some practitioners also offer a mobile service or work
from other locations. Please contact the practitioner directly for any additional
details or updates. *** Practitioners Rooms available for rent Visit the web-site for some details www.thelotuscentre.com.au or
contact us on e-mail us via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm or PH. 6231 9669 for further information. |
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Book Review For these books and
more ask at the Babylon Bookshop or you might like to borrow from the Babylon
Bookshop Library. |
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***Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda 'Autobiography of a Yogi', one of
the world's most acclaimed spiritual classics, celebrated in 2006 its 60th
anniversary in continuous print. First published in December of 1946 and
revised by the author before his passing in 1952 to include extensive
additional material, Paramahansa Yogananda’s life story has touched the
hearts and minds of millions of readers around the globe. It has served as an
ambassador for India’s ancient science of Yoga, introducing hundreds of
thousands of Westerners to the methods for attaining God-realization. Alive with all the love, warmth,
and joy that characterize Paramahansaji, this masterwork of religious
literature provides an intimate account of his encounters with modern-day
saints and illumined masters of India, and explains with scientific clarity
the subtle but definite laws by which yogis perform miracles and attain
self-mastery. It is an absorbing account of a singular search for Truth that
encourages and inspires all who read its pages … 'Autobiography of a Yogi' is at
once an eloquently written account of an exceptional life and an illuminating
introduction to the ancient science of Yoga and the practice of meditation.
Recognizing the underlying unity of the great religions of East and West, the
spiritual Master scientifically explains the subtle but definite laws by
which people of all faiths can find harmony and oneness, experiencing the
infinite resources of peace, love, and joy inherent in every soul. (Review by www.vedicbooks.net) |
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DVD Review Available from the
Babylon Bookshop |
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***Calm Om Yoga – Mother and Baby The perfect DVD for any new or
expecting mother. Mother & Baby yoga is a time for both to enjoy each
other, grow together and bond through the practice of ancient yoga
techniques, adapted to suit the needs of today's mothers and their babies. Over one and half hours of yoga
including: Shortened Sequence (20 min) Just for Mums Sequence (25 min) Just for Baby Sequence (8 min) Guided Relaxation (7 min) OvCa Awareness with Nicole
Livingstone (3 min) (review by
http://shop.yogababy.com.au) |
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Miscellaneous |
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*** Workshop Rooms available for rent:
Visit the web-site for some details www.thelotuscentre.com.au or PH.
6231 9669 for further information. |
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*** WANTED - 2nd Hand Books We want to extend the Bookshop and
include second hand books …. ·
Thank you for all the
2nd hand books already given to us by so many of you … most of
which have found a place in the Babylon Library. As a new idea … we happily accept 2nd
hand books for both the Library AND a new 2nd book section ·
If you have a moment,
it would be greatly appreciated if you could bring your pre-loved books … for
donation or for us to purchase. THANK
YOU Y |
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In whatever situation you find yourself, always do your best, and let all
your decisions and path of action come from the heart ~Babaji ~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ |
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The Lotus Centre Newsletter is issued
monthly. We hope
you enjoyed this newsletter. We are
grateful for any comments or feedback.
To contact us please e-mail us at: The Lotus Centre e-mail: via www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
- Fax: (03) 6231 0714 - Phone: (03) 6231 9669 or if Bookshop related Babylon Bookshop e-mail: via www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
- Fax: (03) 6231 0714 - Phone: (03) 6231 0722 |
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** Please send us the details of your event towards the end of
the month for the next or at the most for the month after the coming one. We do not endorse any of the content
described in any of the workshop (or other) information provided.