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Welcome to this month’s
issue of The Lotus Centre
Newsletter
(formerly know as the Babylon Bookshop
Newsletter)
From the Babylon – Lotus Centre Team
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Hi dear Friends and Fellow
Travellers,
Please find below the newsletter for August '07. Please accept our sincere apologies for sending
the newsletter out a couple of days late … we are mindful (& heart-ful,
compassionate) that some of your events maybe effected by this.
Wonderful to be able to write these lines with a feeling of
warmth in both, the heart and the physical body, and in staying with the
seasons …. Beautiful spring, just around the corner, is a time for growth,
new beginnings and much much more …
maybe let your heart and all of what you are be part of it … many
activities are on offer, some new and promising are outlined below …. Low
cost, no cost and some a bit more cost ….
Some of the highlights and NEW entries for the coming month are:
- Winter Astrology Weekend
- Transformation Through
Sound
- Reiki 1 workshop in
August
If any information in this newsletter interests you … then
please contact the person listed in the newsletter …. or alternatively
check out:
Y The Babylon Bookshop noticeboard,
Y Listed web-sites ; and
Y ‘The Lotus Centre’ display board or come and talk to
us at Babylon/Lotus Centre
Please send us any information for the next Newsletter to ensure
that a timely e-mail-out can happen. GREAT if it can be with us here at least
3 days before the end of the month.
THANKING YOU!
For today, the coming month and all of who you, all of us
are … much Divine Love & Light to you all ... and much Joy, Laughter,
Peace, Health and Spiritual Growth … from
Kent & Amanda ...
and from all at Babylon and The Lotus Centre
PS 1. If you have information for the next newsletter please
send it to us early in the last week of the month (or 3 days before the
end).
PS 2. If you no longer wish to receive this newsletter,
please let us know – to same e-mail address and – so we can take you off
the date base.
‘Do what you feel in your heart to be right-for
you'll be criticized anyway. You'll be damned if you do, and damned if you
don't.’ Eleanor Roosevelt
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1. Workshops & Events ... in
and around Hobart
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around Hobart … statewide
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Transformation Through Sound
Weekend with Chris James. This workshop gives
you the opportunity to build a strong foundation of sound, movement, and
meditation in your life. Chris' intuitive knowing and sense of humour bring
lightness to a profound journey.
At the International College of
Personal Radiance, Level 2, 71
Galvin Street.
18 - 19 August 9.30 - 5.00pm both days Cost:
$325
Bookings and inquiries to Denise Gray
Tel: 0407 048 212.
E-mail: dengray@iprimus.com.au
also … www.chrisjames.net
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Therapeutic Touch - Hobart
Enhance your professional practice and
build your practice. Powerfully effective non-invasive complementary
therapy presented at AAMT conference.
Intentional use of energy to facilitate healing potential. Over 30 PhD’s have demonstrated its
effectiveness to relax tense muscles in minutes, relieve pain, reduce
anxiety, and improve mobility.
Developed at New
York University
Teaching Hospital. 11& 12 August (Unit 1 & 2), 29 & 30 Sept
(Unit 3). For further information please call Sue Gregory 0419 119 744 or
visit website: www.healthyoutlook.com.au
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REIKI WORKSHOPS
The next Reiki 1 workshop will be held
on Sat 18th and Sun 19th Aug. A
Reiki 2 workshop will follow on Sat 15th and Sun 16th Sept. Both workshops
are held in Lindisfarne.
For more details and to book please
contact Joy Nicholson (Reiki Master) on 0415 416 168 or email: joynicholson@aapt.net.au
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The Celebration of Earth
Day workshop with Sandy Stevenson and
the Ascended Masters and Cosmic Beings of Light.
As a special thank you for the wonderful
work done by the Lightworkers of Earth, we wish to acknowledge this great gift.
Celebration of Earth, a gathering of the Ascended Higher Realms of Light
for the express purpose of thanking the Light Force on Earth. Topic: Healing on all levels; The
Ascended Masters; Lemuria and Atlantis; Sacred geometry energising;
Products analysis.
Sandy Stevenson is an international
presenter and author. Location:
Derby, Tasmania Sun 4t Nov. More
info: Cheryle Holmes on 63542377, 0438 881065 cheryleholmes@hotmail.com
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Diploma of Metaphysical counselling/Esoteric Science
Introductory Lesson. Decide if
metaphysical counselling is for you & get to know yourself
Lesson 1. Know thyself. The first of 7
Lessons leading to a Dip. Counselling. June/July 2007
Contact
Paul or Dione: paulanddione@aapt.net.au
or 6393 7161 for further information.
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in Hobart, or close to …
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KINERGETICS. Demonstration & Seminar, coming to Tasmania soon!
Kinergetics is a
painless, fast, non-invasive method of healing that works on the energy
fields of the body, to effectively alleviate a wide range of health
problems. As with other Kinesiology
systems, Kinergetics uses muscle biofeedback to identify areas of stress
and imbalance or dysfunctional energy systems of the body.
Philip Rafferty
has been involved in Kinesiology since 1981, and was the founding President
of the Touch for Health Association of Victoria. He developed Kinergetics after realizing
he could correct imbalances with healing energy and clear blocks in the
energy fields, which then allowed healing to flow. Philip teaches
Kinergetics in many different countries, and is soon heading for Germany
& New Zealand.
Go to www.ics.com.au for more information,
testimonials, and Workshop dates in Hobart.
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*** Introduction to Inka Mysticism
Have you ever
felt a yearning to learn more about the ancient healing traditions of other
cultures? This 16,000 year-old tradition of nature mysticism was brought to
a height during the Inka Empire, 1100-1532 AD. This fascinating spiritual
tradition teaches students how to interact with the Kausay Pacha, the world
of 'living energies. October 17 - 22 - Workshop in Hobart
Elizabeth
Jenkins is the author of the international bestseller "Initiation:
about her journey of self discovery through Peru. She
is a licensed psychotherapist and initiated fourth-level priest. Come, learn and be initiated into the
ancient Inka traditional healing, connect with nature and yourself. More
info http://www.inka-online.com/workshops.htm.
Or ph Lisa on 0400 703497.
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*** WRITING & YOGA RETREAT
WRITING is a passion,
a deep urge that draws us to create.
YOGA is a way of moving, thinking and being that brings simple
moments of union. In combination,
yoga and writing practices are inspiring and transforming. 3rd to 5th August.
NICHE YOGA
RETREAT CENTRE – an easy one-hour drive from Hobart.
Give yourself 48 hours of joyful recharging. This is a complete package of
replenishment. 2 Nights $350 all
incl.
Info & to
book: Lynn Romeo on 6227 9302 or 0421 327237 romeolynn@yahoo.com.au
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*** Drum Healing Workshop
… and circle on 30th July, 7pm (full moon)
in Kettering, it
is $60 for a 3 hour session incl. supper & tea coffee. Phone is 62674115 (Jane Anderson) for
more info.
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*** Astrology – Kingston
Classes beginning
shortly. Tim Phillips will be
holding the classes. Ph. 6272
4675. Tim is looking for someone who
can make their home available for the classes.
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*** Winter Astrology Weekend
SATURDAY: KRONOS
& THE BIRTH CANAL - THE SATURN CYCLE AND
CHILDREN AT THE SATURN RETURN. All levels: beginners upwards
Children born at
an individual’s Saturn Return have a unique connection to the parent whose
Saturn they echo. The Saturn cycle will therefore be reflected in the
parent-child relationship. This workshop will explore the inherent issues
and the unfolding of this relationship and its significance for both the
parent and the child.
CRONE ASTEROIDS:
AGEING THE ASTEROID ARCHETYPE - Intermediate (2nd year level) upwards
The Greek
goddesses have always held a special place for those who wish to examine
the feminine archetype through the four major asteroids: Ceres, Pallas
Athene, Juno and Vesta. But goddesses are immortal, and as such do not
undergo the human growth experience of ageing. This workshop looks at their
placement in the natal chart and explores their intrinsic qualities as we
transform the archetype from maiden to crone.
SUNDAY: THE
NODAL CYCLE - A LOOK AT
THE NODES AND WHAT
THEY REPRESENT IN A CHART Intermediate (2nd year level) upwards
The Moon’s Nodes
have always held a fascination, as they have traditionally been associated
with the concepts of karma and destiny. They were also considered to have
both malefic and benefic qualities. This workshop will explore the
astronomy, history and tradition of the Nodes and their application in
natal astrology.
AN INTRODUCTION
TO THE PART OF FORTUNE - WHAT IS WEALTH, AND CAN
WE MEASURE IT? - Intermediate (2nd year level) upwards
"What's the
use of happiness?" the comic Henny Youngman asked. "It can't buy you
money."
Instinctively we
all know that wealth cannot guarantee happiness, yet wealth can increase
our options. This workshop examines
the signatures for wealth in the chart through both modern and traditional
methods.
SAT 11TH
& SUN 12TH
AUGUST 2007 9:30
AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: The
Retreat, Philip Smith Building,
2
Edward St., Glebe, Hobart
Cost: $65 for a
session i.e. morning or afternoon of either day; $110 for one full day (two
sessions) or $200 for the full two days.
Bookings: Call Nicky
Allison on 0405 625 914 or email nickyalli@gmail.com
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*** Pranic Healing
Learn the
ancient secrets of energy healing. Regular seminars. For further information please call 1300
363 064 website: www.nichealing.com.au
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*** A Journey of Self-Discovery – Astrology for
Beginners
This inspiring course is for
people with little or no experience of Astrology.
It is an interactive course to increase
self awareness and understanding of others. Use your own chart to explore
talents, life purpose, personality and relationships.
@ the Retreat, 2 Edward St. Glebe.
Thursday evenings from 7pm-9pm. Aug 16 – Sept 20
Fees: $120 for 6 week course (payable
in advance). Ph. Karen on (03) 6293 1184 or email karen@vesta.com.au
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*** Pathways
to Manhood - Hobart
A contemporary rite of passage transition from boy to man
... for details about the 2007 program contact Ranald Allen:
6223 3204 or 0409 623329.
E-mail: stas@pathwaysfoundation.com.au or register at www.pathwaysfoundation.com.au
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*** Healing Circle
An hour of prayer, music,
meditation and readings to nourish the spirit. Program includes readings
chosen from any of the Holy Books of the world's great religions.
Participants are also invited to offer their own prayers if they wish. Everyone
regardless of belief or background is welcomes to attend. 1st Wednesday of
the month 7.30pm - 8.30pm in South
Hobart. Contact
Angela on 6223 8415 or angelabryan@aapt.net.au
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*** New
Moon Woman's Circle
… provides a safe space for women to gather and talk
openly, tap into their higher selves, listen to their hearts, learn from
others and connect with their monthly cycle and the moon. The New
Moon Circle meets every
second new moon at a residence in Kingston. For
more information please call Jane on 0428 402 314 or e-mail: jane.anderson@westnet.com.au
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*** Satyananda Yoga
Please contact the Satyananda
Yoga Centre on 62319 117 for next term’s program.
E-mail: hobart@satyananda.net, visit www.satyananda.net or check out a
copy at the Bookshop notice board.
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*** Archetypal Quest
‘… when we understand ourselves
and others, every relationship benefits.
It all comes back to our personalities, our archetypes ... ’
Identify your 6 main archetypes (and those of everyone you know)
When: Thurs 30th August 7.00 pm – 10.00pm and Saturday 1st Sept 9.30am – 5.00pm
Price: $325 incl. Thursday & Saturday. ($295 if paid by 6th
August, venue TBA)
For more info: www.archetrek.com or call 1300 55 72
75
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*** Art as Child's Play Classes
At the Bellerive Community Arts Centre every Friday from 1.30 - 3.30 pm. For information, call Adrienne on 6223 7322.
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*** HANDS OF LIGHT HEALING
Workshops ... 3 hours for $60:
1) Beginning your Path of Enlightenment and Light & 2)
Spirit Guides & Messaging (Part 1&2)
Maximum of 6 per class, or I can work with you on a
"One on One" basis. Please contact Lin on 6297 1663 for details.
Intuitive healings also available.
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*** Fine Art & Craft Workshops
Held by Wing Lau. Anyone interested, ph Wing on 6223 7988.
email: wingl@bigpond.com.au
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*** Dorje Ling Retreat Centre, Lorinna Tasmania
Available for solo or group retreats. Contact Anna Crotty on
6363 5178 or Maria on 6234 9404.
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*** Meditation groups
On Tuesdays from 10 am - 11.30 am and Thursdays from 7 pm - 8.30 pm weekly. Please phone Joy on 0415 416 168 for
details.
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*** Reiki Exchange
On Wednesday evenings at South Hobart. Phone Joanna on 6224 2654.
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*** Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Centre
Regular events include various levels of yoga courses
(foundation to advanced); positive thinking course, weekend workshops and
World Meditation Hour 3rd Sunday of every month. Please call the Centre on
6278 3788 for detailed information and bookings.
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*** Siddha Yoga Meditation
Chanting and Meditation group. All welcome. Ph 6248 8247
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*** Astrology and Tarot courses. Call Matt
on 0416 039695
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*** Living Yoga Children's Yoga Dance
At Weeroona Yoga Studio, North Hobart. Adult courses in Hatha & Raja Yogas for adults 6 weeks
for children, Beginners, Continuation & Intermediate levels 3&4 yr
olds attending with an adult participating and after school for primary
ages 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Primary school ages 5-10. Ph Roslyn (Satyamukhi) on 0439 995655,
e-mail: roslyn@southcom.com.au.
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*** WomanSong
Voices for peace women's singing group welcomes singers at
Women Tasmania, Macquarie St at 12.30 - 2.00 pm Thursdays and some Wednesdays. Contact: Jo on 6257 7520 or
Rebecca on 0408 102 919 or e-mail- becfitz@hotmail.com
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*** Theosophical Society of Hobart -
Introductory Courses in Theosophy held when there is enough interest. Enq: ph 62314454.
Regular public meetings: Mondays 8.00 pm. Wednesday discussion group 10.30 am. 13
Goulburn Street, Hobart. Kingston
Group meets the 2nd Saturday of each month 1.30pm at the Kingborough Community
Centre, John Street, Kingston. For
detailed information, phone the above number or visit the website on: www.theosophicaltas.websyte.com.au
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*** Kingston Meditation Group
Meet Thursdays 2-3pm. Phone 6211 8520 or call in to the
Kingston Community Health Centre
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*** Course in Miracles Discussion Group
Phone Adrienne Godsmark 6223 7322 or email: seriousplay@optusnet.com.au
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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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*** Earth Healing Meditations
Lenah Valley. Wednesday
fortnight. Phone 6228 5796
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2. Workshops, events, therapies at 'The Lotus Centre'
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New at The Lotus Centre / Babylon Bookshop
J Maybe
something next month J
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a. workshops ....
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Open Heart Workshops
Learn about the importance of the heart and what the
heart, more heart, can mean for you, in your daily life. The heart is:
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The key to our connection to the Source
of Love and Light
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Realise the difference between heart and
mind
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Reduce stress
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Enjoy more calmness, peacefulness and
joyfulness
Y
Strengthen your heart
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Feel the love and light radiate from
your heart
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Clear negativities from your heart
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Understand the true purpose of life
Y Pray
from your heart & to be more grateful
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The workshop
will also help you to share the blessings of the Love and Light with
others. Our hearts are the centre of
feeling and deep feeling of peace, calmness, joy and compassion or love for
others are from our heart and can bee deepened as we are improving the
connection to our hearts. The Open
Heart Workshops Level 1 & 2 benefits / content are:
Open Heart Workshop Level 1: (Saturday, 25th
August)
... gently
guides you to be able to feel and understand your heart better, so you can
feel calmness, peacefulness and joy every moment of your life. You will
also learn to recognise the difference between heart, brain and feelings
and thoughts. Level 1 offers the opportunity to open your heart and to
learn to rely on the blessings from the True Source of Love and Light.
Open Heart Workshop Level 2: (Sunday, 26th
August)
... strengthens
your heart even more to help you learn how to surrender, cleanse and direct
your heart even better to the True Source. You will be guided so your heart
begins to recognise more about the Love of the True Source, and begins to
give answers to important questions.
Cost: Level 1: $ 100 (conc.
$85) Level 2: $120 (conc. $100)
Contact The
Lotus Centre on 6231 9669 or visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au
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Reiki Tummo Weekend (Sept 1st
to 4th)
Learn in-depth
about Reiki & discover more about your heart, the spiritual heart, the
seat of our pure consciousness or true self.
Reiki Tummo
workshops teach with much depth about energy channelling for self-healing
and for healing to helping others.
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Reiki Tummo is
also a unique tool to lead us to that inner part of ourselves that allows
us to truely 'follow our heart' more.
Our hearts are
the centre of feeling and deep feeling of peace, calmness, joy and
compassion or love for others are from our heart and can be deepened as we
are improving the connection to our hearts.
As our hearts open more, our ability to channel to others, to help
others, family and friends, also greatly improves. Reiki Tummo Level 1 & 2 benefits /
content are:
Reiki Tummo - Level 1: Crown
and Heart Chakra activation (Monday – 3 Sept ‘07)
* Attunement to channel
Divine Energy
* Cleansing and
Activating Chakras and Energy Channels
* Steps to
opening the Heart
Reiki Tummo - Level 2: Better
connection to Divine and Earth Energies
(Tuesday
– 4 of Sept)
* Heart
meditations and prayers for further and deeper heart opening
* Main Energy
channel opened completely
* Full, instant
and safe Kundalini awakening
* Further
practice for opening and using the Heart for meditation, spiritual
advancement and in daily life.
Reiki Tummo – Level 3a: (Sat 1st: 9 – 5:30) W’shop details are on the
web-site.
Sun 2nd Sept: Meditation Workshop (9 – 1:30) &
Kundalini Workshop (2 – 7pm)
For more info contact The Lotus Centre or visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au. Contact 6231 9669 or 0430 282 073
(Amanda) or e-mail: reikitummo@bigpond.com
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Qi Gong
.... is
literally the study and maintenance of our vital energy or Chi or Qi. Regular
practice of these gentle and flowing movements enhances health, vitality of
both body and mind and is ideal for stress management. Other benefits are quietening of the
mind, improvement of body posture, balance and assistance with pain relieve
and more.
The classes are
presently on a Wednesday at 2pm. Cost: $15 per session. Suitable for all
ages, kindergarten children to 80 y.o. & over.
Reg
McKellar-Spence has been a tutor for Adult Ed and private classes for over
30 years. For any further details
please call Reg on 6295 1008 or 0439 038762. E-mail: rms@brine.com.au
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b. events (regular )
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*** HEART MEDITATION
At 7:30 pm Monday evening (PLEASE note the changed time J) …. and 3x daytime each week: each Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 1.30pm to approx. 2.15/2:30pm.
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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, $5.00 donation to cover room
costs. In the Lotus Room, 1st floor (Monday eve on 1st or 2nd
floor).
Casual attendance, no need to
book. All welcome. For more information, please ring The Lotus Centre on
6231 9669 or visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au
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*** YOGA
JJJ All yoga
sessions started on Monday 18th of June JJJ and you can
still join for the rest of term 3.
Time and session leaders are:
* Yoga from the Heart with Clare Raffety
Monday 9:30 - 11am (Level 1&2); Tuesday 7:15 – 8:45pm (Level 2) Wednesday 9:30 - 11am (Level 3) & 11.30 – 12.30 (Back Care &
Level 1); and Thursdays 5.30 - 7.00pm (Level 1) & 7:15 – 8:45pm (Level 2). Phone
6227 8941 or visit www.yogafromtheheart.com.au
* Yoga with Leeanne Cody
Monday evenings 5.30 - 7.00pm (All levels), Tuesday 5.30 - 7.00pm (Level 1)); Wednesdays at 5.30 - 7.00pm (General/Dynamic Vinyasa flow) also Wed 4 to 5pm (kids yoga;
pre-registration essential). Phone
Lee on 0417 319 046.
*** Yoga Schedule – For a current Yoga Schedule /
timetable and any Yoga updates you can also visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au
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*** Therapeutic Lohan Qigong ( Chi Kung )
With Reg McKellar-Spence - every
Wednesday from 2.00 - 3.00pm. Ph. 62 95 1008 or
0439 038762 (Reg) or E-mail: rms@tadaust.org.au
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*** JOURNEY to the HEART
Women’s Healing Circle – Healing happens when we create the right
environment for it. For the woman who wants to seek her own authority, her own
authentic life, who seeks to find and to live from her own deeper knowing.
Guided meditations, sharing stories, music, drawing.
Lovingly guided by Cindy
Aulby (03) 6224 3211 email: cindyaulby@iinet.net.au
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*** Reiki Tummo Practice Evening
At 6pm on Friday in Room 3 ‘The Lotus Room’. at ‘The Lotus
Centre’, 45
Victoria Street, Hobart. $5 Donation.
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c. therapies
A range of holistic, alternative
therapies available at The Lotus Centre:
1. Remedial Massage and Reiki with Anthony Bone (0408
132562)
2. Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Massage with Jackie Pisera (0423
482125); jackabean@hotmail.com
3. Shiatsu Therapy with Klaus Baur
(0419 440123)
To book a session, for all practitioners contact The Lotus
Centre on 6231 9669
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. Please contact the practitioner directly
for any details and cost.
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3. Miscellaneous
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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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*** Rooms available for rent for both:
A. Workshops (regular events & one-off or weekend)
B. Practitioners (on a casual or full time basis)
(Fully renovated rooms or current normal rooms, at reduced rates)
Visit the web-site for some details www.thelotuscentre.com.au or
contact us on 6231 9669 (B/H) for further information.
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… to share …
‘But you
must stop looking at the world through your head. You must look through
your heart, instead ... that way you will know God’
Elisabeth
Gilbert
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