Please join me, in conjunction with Peter Aaron of Muddy Cup/Inquiring Minds Bookstore, in kicking off our experimental Hudson Valley Healing Arts Salon. Originally presented at the Muddy Cup/ Inquiring Mind Bookstore in Saugerties, these free programs by amazing healers are now held at the SpiritPlay Studio.
The Salon is FREE and meets the third Sunday of every month from 3:30 - 5pm.
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HVHA Salon
Schedule, 2009
January 18
Kim Kalina, CCH, RSHom (NA)
Intro to Homeopathy & Natural Self Care for Colds/Flu
The dreaded cold and flu season is once again upon us! Please join Kim Kalina, CCH, RSHom (NA) to learn safe, simple, inexpensive and natural ways to protect and care for yourself and your family during this hectic season. You will be introduced to basic information about homeopathy, as well as natural, herbal, homeopathic and cell salt remedies to prevent and chase away the common cold and flu.
Kim Kalina (www.merkabafarm.com) has been teaching and consulting about holistic and natural therapies for 12 years, and is happy to share her many tips and tricks with us!
February 15
Carolyn Hanson, Brennan Integration Practitioner
A Transformative Journey Through the Human Energy System
Are you curious about energy healing and how it works? This presentation will explain the components of the Human Energy System and the healing techniques of Brennan Healing Science. High Sense Perception, characterology and human defense systems will be introduced. There will be experiential exercises for the audience and participation is encouraged.
Carolyn Hanson is a certified Brennan Integration Practitioner and an Ordained Interfaith Minister.
March 15
Julie Zweig, MA
Rosen Method Bodywork: Accessing the Unconscious through Touch.
What is Rosen Method body work and how can it help you? In this experiential presentation you will experience the transformational properties of gentle touch.
Julie Zweig, MA is a Certified Rosen Method Bodywork Practitioner and Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
April 19
Gene Ladd
Bless My Bones, Why Calcium Doesnt Work
Why do Americans who consume more dairy products and calcium supplements, have the most bone breaks, even with good Bone Mineral Density Tests? This presentation, by the author of the book by the same name, contains some challenging information about calcium, osteoporosis and why mammals do not absorb calcium sufficiently to maintain their bone mass.
Gene Ladd (www.geneladd.com) is an inspirational speaker and food crusader. He is an ordained minister and holds a degree in food science.
May 17
Judith and Dr. Peter Muir
Two Part Salon:
1) Experiencing the Alexander Technique: Improve the quality of your life by learning how to do less to achieve more. The Alexander Technique is a simple practical skill that enhances coordination, promoting mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Experience simple and easy ways of improving your posture and co-ordination!
2) Celestial Symphonies: The Universal Power of Music: Why do we need music? Drawing on cutting-edge research, this lecture addresses some of the deepest and most vexing issues about music, including how it is linked to the acupuncture system. Why is music so essential to human existence? How does it affect us? And, most important, how can we best use it to enhance our lives?
Judith Muir M.Am.S.A.T. is an exceptional teacher with over 25 years of international experience teaching privately and training teachers in the Alexander Technique. She is currently on the faculty at Bard College and runs a private practice in Verbank, NY, where she lives with her husband Peter and runs the Center for Personal Development through Music. JudithMuir.com
Peter Muir Ph.D., Dip.I.M.H. is Director of The Center for Personal Development through Music, LLC, which pioneers the use of music for wellness. An internationally published musicologist, Dr. Muir has trained extensively over two decades with John Diamond M.D., the world's leading authority on music and health. CPD Music.com
June 21
Susan Ray
An Introduction To Living Foods For Body, Mind, & Spirit
Learn why so many are making living, high-frequency foods their diet of choice. Learn about the ingredients, tools, processes, benefits, pleasures and preparation of Living Foods.
Susan Ray (susunray.com) is a graduate of the Ann Wigmore Natural Health Institute. She is an accomplished food preparer who cooks for Buddhist retreats and other spiritual practices.
July 19
Esther Frances
EarthArtistry: Shapeshifting into an Ecological Era
Learn how you can be an instrumental part of healing the earth in a new time, way beyond recycling!
Esther Frances is the founder of EARTHARTISTRY: Arts & ELEMENTary Education for the Ecozoic Era, and Earth Is My Cathedral, a green, interfaith ministry. She is an Eco-Astrologer and her column appears weekly in the Hudson Valley Review.
August 16
Janice Solomon
Homeopathy and Menopause: a safe, effective, non-hormonal approach
Janice Solomon talks about homeopathy and explores how it can help during menopause to reduce symptoms in frequency and intensity with this non-toxic, non-hormonal method of holistic healthcare.
Janice Solomon began her formal training in homeopathy with the correspondence program of the School of Homeopathy, Devon, England and completed her studies at The School of Homeopathy, New York. Janice is a yoga instructor, doula and childbirth educator. Janice has a private practice in classical homeopathy in Suffern, NY.
September 20
Nancy Plumer
Self-Healing with One Light Healing Touch
One Light Healing Touch (OLHT) is a unique, comprehensive, heart-centered and grounded approach toward health and healing. Learn how life force energy flows, how we create reality and how to release old programming and stress in order to become more grounded, focused, joyful and aware.
Nancy Plumer, MS., is an intuitive energy healer, a certified One Light Healing Touch Practitioner/Instructor and a long time Kripalu yoga teacher. She teaches at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck, NY and has a private healing practice in Stone Ridge.
October 18
Sheri Ponzi
Quantum Touch Lecture and Demonstration: The Power to Heal is in Your Hands
Quantum-Touch is a powerful, yet easy to learn, energy healing modality that is extremely effective at reducing pain, easing emotional trauma, and even realigning the spine and bones. Experience how the Quantum-Touch practitioner focuses and amplifies the life-force energy by combining various breathing and body awareness exercises. This life-force energy resonates with the body of the recipient and facilitates the body's own healing process.
Sheri Ponzi is a certified Quantum Touch Practitioner and Instructor, intuitive healer, transformational workshop leader, and Awakening Spirit Breathwork facilitator.
November 15
Helen Gutfreund, LMT, CTP
The Trager¨ Approach and Mentastics¨ : What Can Be Easier, Softer and Freer?
As a movement re-education modality, The Trager Approach uses easy rhythmic movement to free the body from patterns and restriction that no longer serve us. During this salon session, attendees will be treated to a lecture introducing the history and philosophy of Trager, an introductory group Mentastics lesson, and a demonstration of Table Work.
Helen Gutfreund is a Licensed Massage Therapist and a Certified Trager Praactitioner practicing in New Paltz, NY. http://www.bodymindmassagetherapy.com and http://www.facebook.com/bodymindmassage.
December 20
Blair Glaser
Communication and Relationship Lab, and Salon /Studio Holiday Party!
Need help getting your point across? Are you confused when you think you are effectively communicating and your partner, friend or employee completely flips out? In this playful and educational drama therapy workshop we will explore the hidden dynamics of communication, open up channels of expression and get you to the "make-up" part.
Celebrate the culmination of the HVHA Salon and the SpiritPlay Studio Holiday Party following, 5-7:30!Blair Glaser, MA, LCAT, RDT is the curator of the HVHAS and is a drama therapist and multi-dimensional psychotherapist working in Woodstock, Brooklyn and Manhattan.
The HVHAS is intended to offer free experience and education about the great healing work your neighbors are doing. Please pass the schedule on to anyone you know who might be interested! And if you are a healer interested in presenting, please contact me through my website.