Classes Workshops Events August 4, 2010

-- Workshops ~ Classes ~ Events --

Fri. Aug. 6th ~ 4-5:30 pm. Drumming Circle. Bring your drum and be prepared to have fun! Led by Valentina. Drumming Circle every first and third Friday here at Aquarius Books & Gifts.

Saturday Aug. 14th ~ 11-1 pm ~ Writer’s Group.

Saturday Aug. 14th ~ 1-2 pm. ~ Poetry Group. Our Writers and Poetry Group meets every second Saturday here at Aquarius Books & Gifts. Bring your manuscript, poetry or just yourself and enjoy!

Sat. Aug. 21st ~ Sharon Bauer ~ Psychic Medium ~ Readings ~ Please call Aquarius Books & Gifts for appointment. 541-479-4000. $20

Sat. Aug. 21st ~ 1 - 4 pm ~ Sare Van Orsdell ~ Astrotherapist ~ Astrologer, Writer, Teacher
Beginning in August Ancient Astrology will be given by Sare Van Orsdell. These old symbols of wisdom and the attunement in the solar system in ourselves will be explored.
If the class desires, the Natal Chart done by hand will be taught. $15.

Fireworks for the Soul: Tibetan Bowl and Gong Concert
Sunday August 22nd , 6pm at Aquarius Book & Gifts, 528 Northeast E St. Nationally known Tibetan Bowl Sound Healer, recording artist and author, Diane Mandle uses sound and light to tap into an individual’s sensory experience and create an elevated state of healing and meditation during her concerts. These restorative concerts feature precision tuned Tibetan Bowls, Bells, Planetary Gongs and other vibrational instruments creating a “tonal bath”. Additionally she also projects light forms of sacred geometry bathing the audience in color and moving light. She tells the story of these amazing instruments, the healing they bring and the science behind it.
“ It is really a transformational event. People should come prepared to have body, mind and spirit deeply shifted.” Mandle says.

Mandle is the only State Certified Tibetan Bowl Healer/Instructor in California and a guest presenter at the Deepak Chopra Center, The Golden Door and Rancho la Puerta.. In addition to her private practice she works with cancer patients in the medical setting. Her CD’s have received praise in San Diego’s' Light Connection Magazine as "highly internal and great for meditation.

You can see her video clip at:

COST: $20 advance, $25 at the door Bring something comfortable to lie on.
Chairs will also be available.
Reservations & Tix 541-479-4000

Sat. Aug. 28th - 1-3 pm ~ Soul - Level Vedic Astrology ~ with Vedic & Western Astrologer ~ James Jarvis, M.A.
www.lifeqwest.com

Sat. Aug. 28th - 4-6 pm ~ Coach Louise ~ Invisible Relationships. www.thoughtbuster.com

Sat. Sept. 4th ~ Sharon Bauer ~ Psychic Medium ~ Readings ~ Please call Aquarius Books & Gifts for appointment. 541-479-4000. $20

Sat. Sept. 11th ~ Dymystifing Meditation ~ Donna Schmid ~ 2- 4 pm.
De-Mystifying Meditation – Presented by Donna Schmid
Join us for a fun, simple yet effective presentation designed to remove the complexities without compromising the many benefits of meditating.

Research confirms “stress” is the leading cause of all dis-ease in the body and meditation reduces the effects of chronic stress.
With meditation,
You possess the secret to unlocking the potential to empower your life!
Not only will you understand how meditation assists in reducing stress and anxiety but you’ll be able to use these powerfully simple techniques to:
Attain your goals and desires with ease;
Increase your earning potential; productivity; and,
Enhance your quality of life
All while you are:
Steering clear of high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and other dis-eases;
Eliminate the effects of limiting beliefs and values; and
Avoid insomnia; restless sleep and their debilitating effects – “brain fog”.
Donna is an extraordinary motivational speaker. The tone of her voice is calming so it is so easy to learn to relax through her guidance and expertise. She cleverly weaves fun into learning with her unique and gifted presentation style. Her audiences include men and women from all age groups and backgrounds. They come with a desire to enhance their present quality of life and bring with them a realization that traditional methods are not providing the results they expect.
If I could show you a “clear” way in which you could benefit from meditation, you would at least want to look at it, wouldn’t you?
If I could tell you all the ways in which you could improve your life, you would at least want to hear about it, wouldn’t you?
If I could help you get in touch with your deeper desires and dreams, you would at least want to get a feel for meditation, wouldn’t you?
I would love to share the “key” to unlocking your potential – join me for an afternoon that will empower every aspect of your life!
Saturday, September 11, 2010 - 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$20.00 per person – Bring a friend and you both attend for - $25.00 –
Registration and Advanced Payment Required

Sat. Sept. 18th ~ Rock Talk ~ Caroline Knight ~ 12-2 pm. Bring your favorite rock and explore its properties with Caroline! $5 suggested donation.

Sat. Sept. 18th ~ Astro-Mythology and Skylore ~ Monica Davis ~
1-3 pm ~ Learn how the ancients interpreted the heavens using mythology ~ then on to the story of the “Star of Bethlehem” and how the birth of Jesus was astrologically foretold in the sky (heavens). There is no charge for this event.

Once in a Lifetime - Cardinal Grand Cross

"Astrology", derived from the ancient Greek "astron" (star) and logos (speech), has been used for thousands of years as a tool to symbolically interpret the messages so majestically displayed before us by the astral bodies in the heavens. The story unfolding in today's skies tells an epic tale; an astrological event so rare that we have not before seen the likes of it in our lifetime. We are the ones who have chosen this precise time for incarnation on the earth plane, not only to bear witness to, but to awaken, answer our call to action, and actively partake in the writing of history. How each of us responds individually to our call will affect the outcome of the collective--humankind and nature alike. This is not a time to be fearful, but rather a time to join together to contribute positively to the birth of a new golden age, to create a new paradigm replacing old, outdated structures. It is a time to willingly release anything and everything that does not serve the highest good--objects, concepts, and people, and to allow the transformation that must occur.

The Alignment

Many of us have been feeling the shifting energies for quite some time. There is a saying in astrology, "Coming events cast their shadows.". On August 6th and 7th, 2010, the planets will form in the sky what is called a "Cardinal Grand Cross". While we have previously witnessed the phenomenon of a cardinal cross, this one is quite unique and very powerful. Of the 10 planetary bodies typically used as a basis in Western Astrology, seven will be actively involved in this cardinal grand cross on these dates. The combination of these seven bodies will form numerous key aspects (angles to each other that have great meaning in interpretive astrology). Of great importance are the 7 oppositions and 10 squares forming, all in cardinal signs. A cardinal sign, acted positively, is one of action, initiation, enterprise, ambition, and pioneering; but acted negatively it becomes aggressive, forceful, impatient, reckless, inconsiderate, and domineering. Oppositions and squares create stress and produce tension to bring about challenges and offer opportunity for great reward from right action.

The effects of this cardinal grand cross are life changing, for as we move through it and emerge on the other side, our world cannot ever be the same. These surely will be challenging times, but we are never given a challenge without the tools, skills, and opportunities to rise to the occasion. There are times when transformation appears violent, but necessary. (The mythological phoenix bird that bursts into flame only to rise again from the ashes. A lightning strike sparking a forest fire to burn unhealthy overgrowth and release seeds for a new and balanced ecosystem.) There are times when transformation is accepted as a natural state of being and surrendered to to produce magnificent results. (The caterpillar that morphs within the cocoon and is transformed into a beautiful butterfly. An old, crumbling, outdated building that is carefully and systematically imploded to make way for a modern state-of-the-art facility.) The heavens will not allow you to simply sit back and be a spectator. You must actively participate in this changing world. Will you answer the call willingly or have it thrust upon you by the will of the heavens? Contributor: Monica Davis

Sat. Aug. 28 ~ Coach Louise ~ Invisible Relationships Workshop. 4-6 pm. www.thoughtbuster.com

Friday October 1st ~ First Friday

Sat. October 2nd ~ Sharon Bauer ~ Psychic Medium ~ Readings ~ Please call Aquarius Books & Gifts for appointment. 541-479-4000. $20

Saturday October 9th ~ 12 - 4 pm ~
Aquarius Books & Gifts presents:
~Author Faire~
Are you an Author? Call us to reserve your free table space. This will be a great opportunity for you to sign and sell your book or books! We will have a schedule of talks for those who wish to read or discuss their book. Call Aquarius Books & Gifts 541-479-4000. There is no cost for this event. We will be advertising this event so get ready to work your book! Email: info@aquariusbooksandgifts.com

Weekly schedule at Aquarius:

Tuesdays ~

10:30 am to 2 pm - ENERGIZE in 8 minutes! Open BEMER Sessions (10 to 30 minutes) offered by the Bemer Associates of Southern Oregon. Optimize your level of fitness and feelings of well-being with increased blood microcirculation and oxygen saturation, effortlessly and easily. Walk-in or by appointment, suggested donation $10. For more info please call Margaret 541-660-4650.

Thursdays ~ Chi Gung ~ Barbara Allen ~ 9:15 - 10:00 am. For the Summer, Barbara is moving her class outside at her home. For directions and additional info please call Barbara - 541-474-3764.

Saturday Afternoons ~ Joanie Lasky offers help with adult literacy.

Community Happenings:

If interested in “The Way of Mastery” classes, channeled by Jesus, please call Rev. Bill Newman who teaches a class every Tuesday evening at 7 pm. Phone: 541-476-8088.

Grants Pass Sathya Sai Baba Center has bhajans (chanting) every Monday evening from 7:30 to 8:30 pm or 9:00 pm.
The Center is at 1151 Summit Loop which is actually on Board Shanty Road off of Summit Loop. Please call Sue at 541-761-0899 for more information and more explicit directions for parking. A short reading and discussion will begin the bhajan. Devotional songs of Christian, Hindi, Hebrew, American Indian, and others are sung, many in chant form.

Join the Grants Pass Astronomers ~ Learn about Astronomy, Astrophotography, Telescope making or just have fun getting together under the stars! www.grantspassastronomers.com for more info.

Aquarius Books and Gifts ~ Open 6 days ~ 10 am - 6 pm. Closed Sunday.
528 NE E Street ~ email ~ info@aquariusbooksandgifts.com
Grants Pass, Oregon 97526
541-479-4000 www.aquariusbooksandgifts.com