Know ThySelf - East West Bookshop
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Know ThySelf - East West Bookshop
W i n t e r 2 0 1 1 N e w s l e t t e r Know ThySelf REGISTER for events ONLINE 24 hours a day! eastwestbookshop.com New Books, Audio & DVD, pgs. 2-3 Mind Body Spirit Programs & Consultations, pgs. 4-16 Support & Inspiration for Life’s Journey Ram Dass & Rameshwar Das, Dec. 7, pg. 5 Cheri Huber, Dec. 9, pg. 5 Bradford Keeney, Dec. 16, pg. 6 Joyce Hawkes, Jan. 21, pg. 10 Dougall Fraser, Jan. 22-23, pg. 10 6500 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle 206-523-3726 1-800-587-6002 www.eastwestbookshop.com Books Mind Body Spirit Support & Inspiration for Life’s Journey There might be clouds outside, but inside East West a warm light is shining, the tea is on and there is always something new to discover! During this holiday season especially, we invite you to come visit. You’ll find lots of fun and inspiring gifts to delight you, in an atmosphere that makes shopping a joyful experience! Enjoy our demos and specials(pg. 4), have a cup of tea in the Tea Garden, treat yourself to a reading or healing session... and be sure to join us at the Annual Open House Celebration on December 10! (pg. 5) With your support, East West Bookshop continues to have the joy of serving the community, offering an oasis for renewal, a place to explore and grow. We thank you and wish you many blessings now, and in the year ahead. Susan McGinnis and your friends at Know ThySelf East West Bookshop Know ThySelf East West Bookshop is a resource center for conscious living, offering a wide selection of books, products and programs representing spiritual traditions and new insights into mind, body and spirit from around the world. Our Purpose- We are here to support your search for the joy, love and wisdom that are the essence of the true Self. We believe that global harmony begins with each of us – with our individual efforts to achieve and share healing and harmony . Our Heritage- Know ThySelf - East West Bookshop is a nonprofit organization established by members of Ananda. Ananda is a worldwide family of communities, retreat centers, churches and meditation groups founded by Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters) and based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, author of Autobiography of a Yogi. We offer classes in meditation, yoga postures, the art of spiritual living and the science of raja yoga. Ananda also operates an intentional, spiritual community in the Seattle area. See back page for more information on Ananda activities and events! 2 Be Love Now:The Path of the Heart, Ram Dass, $27.99 Through teaching stories, personal anecdotes, and soul-stirring insights, Ram Dass shares what he has learned in his remarkable four-decade-long spiritual journey. Getting into the Vortex, Esther and Jerry Hicks, $24.95 Living Wisely, Living Well, Swami Kriyananda, $12.95 These 366 practical ways to improve your life provide wisdom, positive expectations, and simple actions that bring profound results. This book and CD of four guidedmeditations will help you into the Vortex of Creation and alignment with the Energy of our Source. Henna Magic, Phillippa Faulks, $18.95 The Twelve Layers of DNA, Kryon Book Twelve, Lee Carroll, $16.98 Dewey’s Nine Lives, Vicki Myron, $19.95 Kryon offers a full explanation of the twelve layers (or energies) of DNA, complete with full color illustrations. Could it be that our entire Akashic record is carried in our DNA? The Yugas, Joseph Selbie and David Steinmetz, $16.95 Based on the teachings of Sri Yukteswar, The Yugas provides a perceptive analysis of history from the height of the last Satya Yuga (Spiritual Age) of 11,500 B.C. to our present age and forward into the next 10,000 years. Bridge of Waves, W. A. Mathieu, $16.95 This joyous exploration of the mystical dimension of music—for musicians and nonmusicians alike—shows you how to make music a spiritual practice. How Quantum Activism Can Save Civilization, Amit Goswami, $18.95 Dr. Goswami moves beyond theory into action, showing how quantum thinking allows us to break bad habits and bring us into free will and possibilities. (Available mid-December) Sell us your Used Books, CDs & DVDs! Need more room on your bookshelves? We buy used books in our subject areas - as well as select CDs and DVDs! Explore the magical uses of this natural nonpermanent body art. Also included are design ideas and explanations of symbols. More stories of Dewey—and other remarkable cats—will inspire readers to laugh, cry, care, and most importantly, believe in the magic of animals to touch our lives. Drawing Mandalas from Nature, Sterling, $15.95 You’ll find mandalas everywhere in nature, from a spider’s web to a sunflower. Coloring the 80 inspiring designs in this kit can help you heal, transform and meditate. The Secret Language of Your Body, Inna Segal, $18.00 This book, a bestseller in other parts of the world, is now available in the U.S. Inna Segal provides the tools to understand the messages from each body part. If you can breathe, relax, read, think, and move—you can heal. Crystal Healing, Judy Hall, $12.00 Including general information and details on 12 specially selected master healer crystals, Judy Hall (author of The Crystal Bible ) provides everything you need to use crystals for healing. The Mind’s Eye, Oliver Sacks, $25.95 The author of Musicophilia shares remarkable stories of people who navigate the world despite losing normal sight and use an astonishing array of other senses to “see” the world. Audio & DVD Guided Meditations for Difficult Times, Jack Kornfield CD $19.95 Hard times come to everyone. To assist us in navigating through these times, Jack Kornfield shares several profoundly helpful meditations. Cosmic Weather Report, Mark Borax and Ellias Lonsdale, $16.95 Using astrological concepts, the authors tackle the obstacles to world transformation, inspiring us to change our lives—and the course of our planet’s future—from within. What You Practice Is What You Have, Cheri Huber, $12.00 This follow-up to There Is Nothing Wrong with You gives readers the opportunity to identify the practices in their lives that hinder happiness and success and replace them with ones that enhance well-being. Radical Self-Forgiveness, Colin Tipping, $16.95 Gain freedom from excessive self-judgment and self-created limiting beliefs with these proven techniques. (Available mid-Dec.) My Spiritual Journey, The Dalai Lama, $25.99 The 14 Dalai Lama tells the story of his life, from his boyhood in rural Tibet, to his exile as a world leader. th Earth Magic Oracle Cards, Steven D. Farmer, $15.95 The Earth speaks to us of her healing wisdom through the spirits of her various elements in this colorful deck of 48 powerful oracle cards. The Essential Snatam Kaur: Sacred Chants for Healing, Snatam Kaur CD $17.98 From one of the most recognized voices in the world of devotional chant comes a heartfelt collection of music for healing, strength, and inner peace. The Best of Douglas Blue Feather, Douglas Blue Feather CD $15.98 Filled with emotion and soul, Blue Feather’s native American flute music captures the beauty of natural landscapes and provides a sense of meditative peace. The Yoga of Sleep, Rubin Naiman CD $19.95 Dr. Rubin, a pioneer in integrative sleep and dream medicine, shows us how to tap the potential of sleep and dreams for health, wellness and higher awareness. Stress-Proof Your Brain, Rick Hanson CD $19.95 Evolution did not prepare our brains for the chronic stresses of modern life. Here are meditations and practical techniques that will literally reshape your brain to make you more resilient, confident and peaceful. Fearless Heart, Pema Chodron CD $39.95 Pema Chodron guides us in overcoming pain and guilt and living with courage, self- acceptance and greater compassion The Power, Rhonda Byrne CD $29.99 Here is the audio version of Rhonda Byrne’s book of ancient and modern wisdom. The principle of these teachings is that we are meant to have an amazing life. Paradigm Shift, Steven Halpern CD $16.98 For thirty years Steven Halpern has stood at the forefront of healing music. This career-best masterpiece is sure to please his loyal and growing audience. Bhakti Bazaar, Jai Uttal & Ben Leinbach CD $17.98 This is a feast of melody and rhythm, creating a sublime atmosphere of Asian instrumentation and kirtan chant ideal for yoga, meditation, and great listening. Beyond Belief, Becky Hays DVD $29.95 Featuring leaders in science, medicine, psychology, personal transformation and spirituality, Beyond Belief provides dynamic tools to unleash your creative mind and transform your life. Cosm:The Movie, Alex Grey DVD $24.95 Fusing the power of music with stunning cinematography, Alex Grey guides us through the Chapel of the Sacred Mirrors where his magnificent artworks combine science and spiritual wisdom. Meditation Moods, Dean & Dudley Evenson DVD $16.95 Enter into pristine wilderness settings that capture the beauty and serenity of nature as you listen to the gentle flute and harp music of Dean and Dudley Evenson. Yoga for Your Body Type, Juliet Jivanti DVD $26.95 Here the ancient healing systems of Yoga and Ayurveda are used together to balance and harmonize the body, mind and spirit. Music You can preview any CD we carry at our in-store listening station! Tapestry, Michael Hoppe CD $16.98 A beautiful sequel to his album The Poet, Tapestry captures the same deeply felt emotional tone of its predecessor. The serene and exquisite melodies are enhanced by the poetry of Tappouni, featured in the liner notes. 3 Programs Pre-registration DECEMBER We offer pre-registration online, by phone or in-store! Register early to reserve space! (Please note that refunds for pre-registration can only be given up to 24 hours prior to the event. No refunds on out-of-store events.) YOGA CLASSES AT EAST WEST! Ananda Yoga for Higher Awareness, $10/class; $80 for a 10-Class Pass ($8/class) Ananda Yoga offers classic asanas with affirmations and energizing pranayam movements that will bestow physical strength and relaxation, inspiration, inner peace, and clarity of mind. Our meditative and individualistic style makes Ananda Yoga suitable for both beginning and intermediate levels of practice. You’ll gain inspiration and guidance in raising your inner awareness through asana and pranyam. Weekly classes Mon. 10:30-11:45 a.m. Thurs. 4:30-5:45 p.m. Vanessa Downer Mon.6-7:20 p.m. Michael Dennis Holiday Happenings! Friday Nov. 26, 1-5 pm Gratitude, Dreams & Wishes Day! *Appearance by the Wishing Fairy! *Nominate a friend for a Gratitude Gift! *Draw your special shopping discount from the Wishing Well! Friday Dec. 10, 6:30-9 pm Annual Open House & Celebration See pg. 5! Saturday Demos! Come explore..Pendulums,Tuning Forks, Singing Bowls & more... See our website & E-news! December1-31 “Come Back in January” $5 Coupon* with $50 purchase! (*1 per customer) 4 Wednesday, December 1 Expand Holiday Love, Light, and Joy with Your Angels, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 Do you want to become better at connecting with angels? Come experience an evening of angelic healing, with guided meditation and angel communication. Whether you are a practiced student or just beginning to explore angels, the group energy will leave you feeling happier, lighter, more connected ATHLEEN CARRERA, welcomes and joyful. KATHLEEN special guest GERA FARKAS, a certified Angel Therapy Practitioner. These monthly gatherings focus on the work by bestselling author Sonia Choquette, to assist in building your intuitive abilities. Thursday, December 2 Transformation to Unity Consciousness: An Overview of the Mayan Calendar System, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 What does 2012 have in store for us? CARL JOHAN CALLEMAN, one of the world’s foremost experts on the Mayan calendar, will explore what is special about this year. Learn about the nine evolutionary waves of the Mayan Calendar, how our biological and historical evolution matches the Mayan calendar, and how our intentions in this time can help bring us to unity consciousness. Carl is the author of Solving the Greatest Mystery of Our Time: The Mayan Calendar, The Mayan Calendar and the Transformation of Consciousness, and The Purposeful Universe. Universe.. Friday, December 3 Ashana Live in Concert, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now! $25 adv. $30 day of Come and experience ecstatic verse by Hafiz, Hildegard and Yogananda; the Lord’s Prayer in Aramaic; masterful crystal-bowl playing; and dynamic world percussion with Marco Zonka in a participatory evening of sacred songs—all graced by the angelic voice of ASHANA. Ashana’s concerts have been described as “ecstatic,” “profoundly healing” and “stunningly beautiful.” She weaves together sacred song, chant, mystical poetry, and kirtan from world traditions with passionate, soaring vocals and crystal singing bowls for an evening of transcendent healing music. Saturday, December 4 Meditation for Starters, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Register Now! $5 This one-hour class, taught by RONAN BENNETT , is an introduction to the Monday night Learn to Meditate class series. We’ll use simple breath control exercises, practice sitting positions, and learn how to use visualizations. Your $5 class fee can apply to the Learn to Meditate Level 1 class. Saturday, December 4 Make a Happier Life with Colors, 12-2:30 p.m. Register Now! $10, $20 for Workshop and a Photo of Your Aura. Color is a vehicle to assist us in raising our levels of consciousness. By simply changing colors in our clothing and environment we can make our lives happier and more fulfilling. This workshop with JEAN LUO will explore the meaning of each major color and how it affects us, how to choose colors for our daily life and emotions, chakra clearing and healing, and how to read colors. Participants will also receive an Aura reading addressing their own potentials, gifts and talents. Saturday Demos See our website! Saturday, December 4 Cleansing with Smudge 3-5 p.m. Register Now $5 We all know how to clean our homes with soap and water, but your living space can also build up mental and spiritual grime. Energy from bad feelings, arguments and disappointments build up just like dirt and dust. Join SHIELA BAKER , a practical shaman, to discover simple and effective ways to clear and clean the energy in your home. Learn about the power of a blessing to create a living space that is refreshing, comfortable and welcoming. Saturday, December 4 Getting Answers— Using Your Intuition to Discover Your Best Life, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! What if you could ask and receive the answers to the burning questions of your life? What if the formula for getting the answers to any question you wanted to ask was so simple anyone could do it any time, anywhere. According to intuitive AIMEE CARTIER , author of Getting Answers, it is. In this talk, Aimee not only shares the formula with you, but does it in a way that will have you laughing! Sunday, December 5 Ananda Group Meditation, 9-10 a.m. Free! All are welcome Deepen your meditation experience with group meditation. Join Ananda LightbearerJAMUNA SNITKIN twice a month for a prayer, chanting and affirmation, followed by a guided 40-minute meditation. Winter dates: Dec. 5, 12, Jan.16, 30, Feb.13, 27. Friday, December 10 Spirit of the Season, 6:30-9 p.m. Free! East West Open House 6:30, and Celebration 7:30 Sunday, December 5 A New Biology for Healers and Practitioners of Alternative Medicine, 1-5 p.m. Register Now $30 Established medicine has been based on the Darwinist theory that biological evolution is random, unplanned, and based on material factors—giving rise to corresponding methods of medical practice. CARL JOHAN CALLEMAN will present his theory of biological evolution, based on quantum shifts in the Cosmic Tree of Life, the pattern for the human being and all other species. This creates an entirely new scientific framework for healing with wideranging consequences for how we view human existence, as explained in his book The Purposeful Universe. Sunday, December 5 The World of Tea and Beyond, 3-6 p.m. Free! Enjoy the pleasure of sharing company and drinking tea in a community setting invoking a heightened sense of awareness and also of gratitude for the simpler things in life. Feel free to bring your favorite teas, tea wisdom and tea traditions. Facilitated by STEVE BONNELL, East West Tea Garden curator Tuesday, December 7 BE LOVE NOW:The Path of the Heart, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $30 Includes a copy of Ram Dass’ new book Be Love Now. Register early to guarantee a seat; this event will sell out! RAM DASS and RAMESHWAR DAS bring us a message of love and awakening from their new book, Be Love Now. Forty years ago, Ram Dass’ Be Here Now became the counter-culture bible of a generation. Now, Ram Dass and Rameshwar Das offer a deeply personal yet universal exploration of spiritual love. RAMESHWAR DAS joins us tonight in-person to begin the presentation, and RAM DASS will join us via Skype to answer audience questions. Don’t miss this rare opportunity! The East West and Ananda family invites you to an evening celebrating our Oneness in Spirit. Our open house begins at 6:30 p.m. with refreshments in the store made by East West staff and friends and a special discount for each guest. At 7:30 p.m. you are invited to join us for a program of music and sacred ceremony bringing us into the heart of this season of Light. The experiential program will include sacred chanting, music, singing bowls, guided meditation, a special candle ceremony and prayers for world peace. We’ll have a gift for each one who comes. This evening is our way of thanking you for your support and wishing you a holiday season filled with inner blessings! Wednesday, December 8 Saturday, December 11 Calibrating the Levels of Consciousness - An . Exploration of Dr. David R. Hawkins’ Work, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! Laughter Yoga, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 Join your astrological birthday party group with astrologer ANDREA BRUCKNER , to learn more about your astrological sign and how it relates to your life. Questions welcomed! Celebrate with a 20% off birthday coupon from East West and a delicious, complimentary dessert from our good neighbor Peak’s Frozen Custard! Noon-5 p.m. See pg. 15 It has been clinically proven that laughter, self-induced and genuine, has tremendous health benefits such Join LETA HAMILTON to explore as increasing dopamine and endorphins, the Map of the Scale of Consciousness as developed by Dr. David R. Hawkins for his book increased circulation, improved digestion, decreased cortisol (stress hormone) and many Power vs. Force. Wherever you are in your more—making you healthier and happier. It is discovery of Dr. Hawkins, this event will also deeply transformative on a spiritual and provide a fascinating exploration into the emotional level. VANESSA SWESNIK, a nature of consciousness, how to transcend its certified Laughter Yoga leader, will combine levels, and Dr. Hawkins’ view of the path to laughter exercises with the deep breathing enlightenment. and deep relaxation of more traditional kinds of Yoga—followed by guided relaxation. Wednesday, December 8 Sagittarius Birthday Party! Aimee Cartier– Saturday Demos See our website! 7-8:30 p.m. Free! Intuitive Readings, Thursday, December 9 An Evening with Cheri Huber, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 Our lives become what we practice. If we practice “feeling worried” or “always wanting more,” that’s the life we have. If we practice kindness and self-acceptance, that’s the life we have. To have a different life, we must practice the difference we want. This is the message and guidance of What You Practice Is What You Have, the latest book by bestselling author CHERI HUBER, founder of Living Compassion and the Zen Monastery Peace Center. Cheri is renowned for her many life-changing books and her 35 years of Zen practice and wisdom. Saturday, December 11 Flower Essences for Awakening the Higher Heart, 1-3 p.m. Register Now! $20 Experience the subtle and magical energies of flower essences to activate greater love and joy in your whole being. Sample and learn about the flower essences and formulas CAMILLA BLOSSOM has created from the Columbia River Gorge wildflowers and from Hawaiian flowers. We will be meditating and attuning with the flower devas and nature spirits to strengthen, uplift, calm, and open the heart. Camilla is a flower alchemist, emotional empath, teacher, and owner of 3 Flowers Healing in Hood River, Oregon. Saturday, December 11 Crystal Workshop, 4-6 p.m. Register Now! $20 By combining the purpose of the crystals with her intuition, DENA MARIE, author of Our Energy Matters, has been able to offer insights that time and time again have empowered people’s lives and relationships. Come to learn how crystals can add dynamic meaning to your life and the basics of what each one can be used for. 5 Programs DECEMBER Saturday, December 11 Understanding the Tarot’s Major Arcana, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $15 A universal consciousness exists among all peoples, aspects of which are explained by archetypes. Archetypes are embedded within the myths, legends and life experiences of all cultures. They represent various personas, ideals and phases of life. Join psychically-gifted teacher and adept tarot reader MIKE HERNANDEZ as he explains how archetypes manifest within the major arcana of the tarot. Mike will delve into core meanings of these cards and show you how they relate to your own life’s journey. Bring your deck! Sunday, December 12 Ananda Group Meditation, 9-10 a.m. pg. 4 Sunday, December 12 Shamanic Council, 1-2:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 This gathering is open to professional/nonprofessional, indigenous/non-indigenous practitioners who define their spiritual path as shamanic in nature. We will begin by defining the shamanic road and the conditions and causes for soul loss, which is universal to all models of shamanism. We are here to teach and learn from one another so bring your experience to share and a good pair of ears to listen. JAN VAN YSSLESTYNE, experienced shaman and contributing author of First Fish, will facilitate this time of support and sharing. Sunday, December 12 Healing Sessions with Tibetan Singing Bowls, Experience relaxation and rejuvenation as you are bathed in a wash of soothing sound. Tibetan seven metal bowls are designed for healing the physical body; their tones resonate deep within ourselves to foster a sense of peace and well-being. These sessions are facilitated by MISSY YADEN, trained by singing bowl master Suren Shrestha. Schedule now!1-4 p.m. $25 / 1/2 hr. Monday, December 13 Discussing the Teachings of AbrahamHicks, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 2nd Monday of each month What is the Secret Behind the Secret? From Ask and It Is Given to The Vortex, explore the teachings of Abraham, the collective consciousness channeled through Esther Hicks. This fun and informative monthly meet- 6 up is hosted by RAVEN CHAPLIN and REBECCA BELTRAN. Interactive discussions will include such topics as: the dynamic Laws of the Universe, the Emotional Guidance Scale and several of the Hicks’ processes for finetuning your life. Tuesday, December 14 Cultivating Wellness, Noon-1 p.m. Free! 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month. Each person’s life path is unique, as is each person’s experience of illness, wellness, and healing. Join DINI SCHWARZ, a licensed naturopathic physician, and others who want to cultivate well-being. All are welcome, whether your goal is simply to optimize your health or to live life joyfully with chronic health conditions. Honor your individual health process in a group setting and discover joyful moments and a sense of well-being along your path. Tuesday, December 14 A Season of Grace and Ease, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 We all want a magical holiday time of warmth and togetherness with our loving and supportive family. Unfortunately it is not always so. By following easy tips from SHIELA BAKER you can handle the stress and chaos of the season. Expectations, deadlines, shopping, cooking, partying and self care can become easier. A practicing Shaman, Shiela teaches de-stressing techniques, relaxation and Yoga for Happy Holidays! Her insight, humor, and compassion create an atmosphere for empowered growth and healing. Tuesday, December 14 Anastasia: Creating a Space of Love, 7-8:30 p.m. Free in the Tea Garden! 2nd Tuesday of the month. How would you create a space of love? Anastasia’s vision of such a space is presented in Vladimir Megre’s Ringing Cedars series of books. Join MAIA ROSE for a group discussion that will include some empowering and fun exercises designed to begin the process of aligning with Anastasia and empowering your creative version of this dream. Maia Rose first became aware of this remarkable book series while trekking in the sacred Altai mountains of Siberia. She was drawn to Anastasia’s wisdom as a means of overcoming adversity, personally and globally. Wednesday, December 15 Chakra Talk: Speak Your Truth! 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 The Throat Chakra, or fifth chakra, represents the ability to speak (and live!) our truth while listening with compassion. Are you following your inner wisdom, that inner voice (your truth), or has it been silent way too long? Don’t hold back - express your desires and live your Truth! Join RUTH STENDER and find out how to unlock your voice! Includes handouts, meditations, chants, and affirmations directly supporting your Throat Chakra. Also enter a drawing to win a free chakra-balancing session with Ruth! Wednesday, December 15 Circle of Compassion: Studying and Applying the Charter for Compassion, 7-8:30 p.m. Free in Tea Garden! Third Wednesday of each month. The Charter for Compassion brings together voices from all cultures and spiritual/faith communities to remind the world that we all share the same planet and the same core principle of compassion. The Charter for Compassion is the “wish” of Karen Armstrong, one of the most provocative, original thinkers on the role of religion in the modern world. This ongoing forum is facilitated by REVEREND GUO CHEEN , an ordained Buddhist nun in the Mahayana Chan tradition. Thursday, December 16 Bradford Keeney: Way of the Bushmen- Interactive In-store Live Skype Event, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! Tonight’s author has been experientially studying what he calls “Shaking Medicine” for well over 20 years, from Quakers, yogis and Taoists to the Bushmen of the Kalahari. Renowned author BRADFORD KEENEY will join us live via Skype to share from his newest book The Bushman’s Way of Tracking God. Bradford’s “research” has come a long way since the days of cultural anthropology as a study; he has absorbed himself into the actual experience of these cultural traditions. Come to engage with Bradford and learn more about this universally conscious healing tradition. Our live Skype Events give you the chance to visit with well-known authors throughout the world in an intimate, informal setting! Friday, December 17 The Choice, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now $5, Can be applied toward purchase of The Choice, night of event only. If we truly can make this world into anything we want, which path will we choose? You’ve probably heard of The Secret; now it’s time to make The Choice. What does the impending great shift of 2012 herald for our planet, our consciousness and the current system of laws, both physical and metaphysical? Join bestselling author and aerospace engineer MIKE BARA as he discusses 2012, the coming decade of change and how you can use your own inner light to determine your place in it. Saturday, December 18 Movie Night: Wake Up, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 Tonight’s movie screening revolves around Jonas, your “average Joe” who, without warning, begins to see energy everywhere, manifesting as angels, demons and perceivable auric light. Unable to escape his sensory overload, Jonas first tries the community of MDs and psychotherapists who can do almost nothing for him. When Jonas finally decides to Wake Up, he begins his search for spiritual meaning. This film documents the many teachers and/or places visited by Jonas on his path toward understanding and acceptance. Sunday, December 19 Treat Yourself! 1-5 p.m. Free Treats! Chair Massage $1per Minute! Take some time out from an otherwise potentially hectic shopping schedule and join your friends at East West where you’ll have the opportunity to sample delicious food offerings compliments of our local neighbors Peak’s Frozen Custard and Thrive. SAM GARCIA, LMP will be on site taking sign-ups for chair massage, helping you loosen up and feel recharged. Sam is a gifted and passionate healer who shares profound sessions in bodywork Saturdays at East West. See Healers section, pg. 15. REGISTER ONLINE for events! www.eastwestbookshop.com Sunday, December 19 Sound Healing Concert with Tibetan Singing Bowls, 3-4 p.m. Register Now! $10 Join East West staff member and certified Tibetan bowl practitioner MISSY YADEN for an hour of singing bowls played with the intention of relaxation and rejuvenation. Tibetan seven-metal bowls played in harmony create an atmosphere of peace and healing that will leave you feeling joyful and uplifted. Bring a blanket or mat . Tuesday, December 22 Cultivating Wellness, Noon-1 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Sunday, January 2 Shamanic Council, 1-2:30 p.m. Register Now $5 See pg. 6 Tuesday, January 4 Foods Heal—Nutritional Paradigm Shift, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 Health is not something we hope for; health is a skill that we cultivate. Join practicing physician/surgeon and author of Foods Heal Heal, BILL DEAN, MD as he explains the fundamentals behind a revolutionary new way of thinking about food, diets and human physiology. Integrating the energy philosophies of Eastern medicine, Foods Heal is a program designed by Dr. Bill Dean to help us break the limiting bonds of nutritional mythology and give us new tools for understanding foods and their overall affect on our mind body. Wednesday, January 5 Sunday, January 2 Mini Healing Sessions with Tibetan Singing Bowls, 1-4 p.m. See pg. 6 Sunday, January 2 The World of Tea and Beyond, 3-6 p.m. Free! See pg. 5 Monday, January 3 Women, Food and God: Discussion and Support Circle for Women, 6-7:30 p.m. Free in Tea Garden! 1st & 3rd Mondays Jan. & Feb. This discussion circle is for those wishing to look at their relationship with food as a path to more conscious eating. Facilitator LINDA KAPLAN, Certified Reflexologist, will engage you in an in-depth book discussion of Women, Food and God, chapter by chapter. Come to share and feel supported by women of like mind. Monday, January 3 Learn to Meditate Level 1: Inner Peace Through Relaxation & Concentration, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now! $45 3 Mondays: Jan. 3, 10, 17 How to Create More Prosperity & Ease in 2011, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 Can be applied tonight towards the purchase of any Sonia Choquette product. Special guest MADELINE GERWICK , Business and Personal Astrologer and author of the popular calendar The Good Timing Guide will share her predictions for 2011 and show you tools for discovering how timing events with nature’s cycles of astrology will give you more confidence and clarity to achieve prosperity, flow, ease, and peace of mind. KATHLEEN CARRERA , Transformational Coach, hosts these monthly 6th Sensory Gatherings based upon the teachings of best-selling author Sonia Choquette. Thursday, January 6 The Healing Power of Trees: Spiritual Journeys with the Celtic Tree Calendar, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now $8 Join SHARLYN HIDALGO, MA, author of The Healing Power of Trees: Spiritual Journeys through the Celtic Tree Calendar Meditation can transform your life. Learn to and explore the teachings of the 15 revered relax your body, quiet your mind, awaken trees of the Celtic Tree Calendar. This book is intuition and experience greater joy and an introduction to ancient Celtic and Druidic creativity in daily life. This 3-session course spiritual wisdom. Come includes in-class practice, tips on establishing experience some of the your practice at home, online guided meditations, written instructions, unlimited (no- unique energetic gifts charge) re-take policy, and ongoing support in- offered by the trees and enter into the unseen realms person or online. You will learn how to use simple stretches and breath-control techniques of their deities, totems, and guides. Learn how you can for relaxation; how to concentrate the mind; cultivate relationships with these grand and how to use imagery, affirmation, and energetic beings and experience their healing, chanting to be calm and peaceful. Taught by Ananda meditation teacher RONAN BENNETT. guidance and wisdom. 7 Programs JANUARY Friday, January 7 Live with Intention, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now! $5 Can be applied toward cost of Mary Anne’s new book, night of event only. Explore what it means to live each day with intention! In her newest book, Live with Intention: Rediscovering What We Deeply Know, enthusiastic author, speaker and teacher MARY ANNE RADMACHER will expand on the ten qualities she considers essential to intentional living. Tonight will be uplifting and fun; Mary Anne will offer you exercises and inspirations and promises to help you find what’s most important in your life. Don’t miss this opportunity for an intentional and enthusiastic beginning to 2011. Saturday, January 8 Live with Intention Workshop, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Register Now! $55 Learn to “live as if this is all there is”. Bring your favorite journal and pen for an in-depth adventure in writing with MARY ANNE RADMACHER. Mary Anne’s life-affirming style is contagious; in this workshop she will guide you through the process of uncovering your true intentions, releasing blocks and allowing you to be guided by your utmost genuine self. You’ll leave with a set of measures which will bring clarity and focus to all the activities and issues of your life. Saturday, January 8 Writing Consultations with Mary Anne Radmacher. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Do what you love. Engage with MARY ANNE RADMACHER in an intuitive and compelling conversation. Mary Anne will share her ardor for inspiration, offer sound advice and help you to discover within yourself a life of richness, depth and meaning. During this consultation you may explore any content from Mary Anne’s writing and discuss your personal writing practice or perhaps a book idea you have. Schedule Now! 2-6 p.m. $95 50 minutes 8 Saturday, January 8 Vision for a New Year with SoulCollage, 2-6 p.m. Register Now! $45 adv. $55 day of Experience the magical process of self-exploration through this fun and easy form of creative expression, based on SoulCollage® by Seena Frost. We’ll focus on a vision for the New Year and what your soul has to offer as guidance. Feel free to bring a snack. All materials & supplies provided. No experience necessary. JENNIFER STARR, MCC is a life coach and facilitator. Her passion is to intuitively guide people in getting clear about their life vision and purpose, utilizing a variety of spiritual and practical resources to help them move towards their dreams and reconnect with their passion and joy. Saturday, January 8 Animal Communication: The Subtle Language of Pictures, Words and Feelings, 7-8:30 p.m. $10 Proceeds will benefit a local animal shelter. What are animals trying to tell us? From man’s best friend to Mr. Ed, JOAN RANQUET, author of Communication with All Life and animal behaviorist, will show you how simple and fun animal communication can really be. Through anecdotes Joan will illuminate her experiences with animal communication. Joan will then guide you through a communication with one of her animals, using simple telepathy. You too will receive images – pictures, words or feelings – and begin to understand the subtle language of animals. Sunday, January 9 Feldenkrais: Turn to Lengthen, Lengthen to Turn, 1-4 p.m. Register Now! $30 Our world requires our bodies to WAKE UP! This includes making conscious choices in accessing and communicating with our own internal sensations for engaging fully, passionately, and authentically within the world. CARRIE LAFFERTY, Physical Therapist and Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner, has been in the healing arts for over 25 years. Using experiential Feldenkrais, Awareness through Movement, you will learn to widen and expand, lengthen and grow, deepen and embrace, and literally elongate to navigate through change and challenge, the twists and turns of life. Monday, January 10 Discussing the Teachings of Abraham-Hicks, 7-8:30 p.m. $5 ,See pg. 6 Tuesday, January 11 Cultivating Wellness, Noon-1 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Tuesday, January 11 Path of Kriya Yoga, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! Kriya Yoga was popularized by Paramhansa Yogananda in his now classic story, Autobiography of a Yogi. In this free class,NAYASWAMIS HRIMAN and PADMA McGILLOWAY explain the history, underlying principles and the training offered by Ananda for those interested in learning Kriya Yoga. Tuesday, January 11 Anastasia: Creating a Space of Love, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Wednesday, January 12 Happy Calories Don’t Count, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 Can be applied toward purchase of Happy Calories Don’t Count, tonight only Join CARMELA RAMAGLIA, weight loss consultant and author of Happy Calories Don’t Count (neither does unhappy exercise), to learn why the traditional model of weight loss through diet and exercise is flawed and why the more psychological and spiritual approaches to it are incomplete. Through personal experience Carmela offers a fresh new approach for effective, long-term results that blends the reality of living in a physical body with principles of psychology and spirituality. Join us and change the way you look at weight loss! Wednesday, January 12 Capricorn Birthday Party! 7-8:30 p.m. Free! Join your astrological birthday party group with astrologer ANDREA BRUCKNER , to learn more about your astrological sign and how it relates to your life. Questions welcomed! Celebrate with a 20% off birthday coupon from East West and a delicious, complimentary dessert from our good neighbor Peak’s Frozen Custard! Thursday, January 13 Yi Ren® Medical Qigong for Type 2 Diabetes and Its Related Conditions, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 DR. GUAN-CHENG SUN, founder and Editor of the Institute of Qigong and Internal Alternative Medicine, is one of the world’s leading scientists in Qigong research at Bastyr University. He has conducted the nation’s first clinical research study ® Qigong on regarding the effects of Yi Ren® type 2 diabetes, proving the efficacy of specific qigong exercises to lower markers associated with this disease. Come to learn basic qigong healing practices. Tonight’s class focus surrounds, but is not limited to, type 2 diabetes. Friday, January 14 Tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi, 7:30-9 p.m. Free! This popular annual event combines music, readings, stories, and a multi-media presentation to illuminate the heroic lives and high ideals of these two great souls. The whole family will find this both educational and inspirational. Learn the secret of their power to uplift and change entire cultures, bringing justice and freedom to millions. This is the eighth annual tribute to King and Gandhi and is presented by members of ANANDA SANGHA and EAST WEST BOOKSHOP. Saturday, January 15 Learn to Meditate Level 1: Inner Peace Through Relaxation & Concentration, Register Now! 10:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $25 Half-day workshop version of our popular class series. Meditation can transform your life. Learn to relax your body, quiet your mind, awaken intuition and experience greater joy and creativity in daily life. This workshop includes in-class practice, tips on establishing your practice at home, online guided meditations, written instructions, unlimited (no-charge) re-take policy, and ongoing support in-person or online. You will learn how to use simple stretches and breath-control techniques for relaxation; how to concentrate the mind; and how to use imagery, affirmation, and chanting to be calm and peaceful. Taught by Ananda meditation teacherJUSTIN MAGGART . Saturday, January 15 Experiencing Ayurvedic Healing: Tips on Yoga, Pranayama, Nutrition and Herbs, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Register Now! $20 A sister science to yoga, Ayurveda is a 5,000year-old health and wellness science that first evolved in India and is now becoming increasingly popular in America. Join JULIET JIVANTI, Ayurveda student of Dr. Vasant Lad and owner of the Ayurvedic Health Center, to discover simple, economical and practical tips to enhance your energy and sense of wellbeing through Ayurveda. Plan to taste, touch and smell Ayurvedic herbs, oils and medicinal sundries. Saturday, January 15 Healing Traditions of the Peruvian Aymara, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 Tonight, traditional Aymara healer SILVIA CHUQUIMIA, from Peru, will share with us the teachings and traditions of the Aymara, including the history and ancient art of reading leaves of the coca plant—considered sacred for the inhabitants of the Andes. Sylvia is descended from the pre-Inca people who inhabit the southern Lake Titicaca region, Born and raised in a small highland village, she left as a young woman to pursue her education and a professional life, and later returned to the traditional teachings of her people. This evening will include a visual presentation of Silvia’s village and a chance for Q&A with this unique healer. Saturday & Sunday January 15 & 16 Coca Leaf Readings with Silvia, SILVIA CHUQUIMIA is a traditional Aymara healer and proprietor of the Coca Leaf Museum in Puno, Peru. Descended from the pre-Inca people who inhabit the southern Lake Titicaca region, Sylvia practices the traditional teachings of her people, and is an expert at the ancient art of reading coca leaves for divination and healing. Schedule now! Saturday: 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. , Sunday: 12:30-5:30 p.m., $45/30 min. $80/hr. Sunday, January 16 Ananda Group Meditation, 9-10 a.m. Free! See pg. 4 REGISTER ONLINE for events! www.eastwestbookshop.com Programs JANUARY Sunday, January 16 The Alchemy of Sound-Vibration and Transformation, 1-4 p.m. Register Now! $30 Discover how sound can be key to transformational healing of body, mind and spirit. Join co-authors of Acutonics—from Galaxies to Cells— Planetary Science, Harmony and Medicine PAUL PONTON, MAc, LAc and JUDE PONTON, DC, MAc, LAc as they demonstrate Acutonics® Sound Healing and its application in the transformation process. You will experience Harmonic Attunement using planetary tuning forks, gongs and other sound healing instruments. Monday, January 17 Women Food and God: Discussion and Support Circle for Women, 6-7:30 p.m. Free! See pg. 7 Tuesday, January 18 The Art of Living— Nature’s Way, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $8 KEITH JUDELMAN, Licensed East Asian Medicine Practitioner, has been practicing Chinese healing and martial arts for over a decade. This evening, Keith will discuss the Taoist origins of Chinese medicine and how we can use these teachings to help guide our lifestyle choices in ways that promote our wellbeing. You’ll learn the basics of yinyang theory, 5 element theory, and how to apply these ideas to seasonal eating and exercise. You’ll also practice some simple qi gong exercises that benefit blood circulation. Wednesday, January 19 Astrological Cycles of the Season, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 The movements of the planets in the sky symbolize current opportunities for archetypal growth on both personal and collective levels. Join SHEILA BELANGER, M.A., for a lively and informative astrological perspective on what’s up for Winter. Sheila is an inspiring astrologer, wilderness quest guide, and shamanic healer and mentor. An astrological counselor since 1984, Sheila holds a Master’s degree in Transpersonal Psychology. 9 Programs JANUARY Wednesday, January 19 Circle of Compassion: Studying and Applying the Charter for Compassion, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Thursday, January 20 Stepping Out of Self-Deception, 7-8:30 Free! As Buddhism integrates into Western cultures, it is important that we do not compromise the depth and direction of the teachings. This has been the mission of Seattle Insight Meditation Society’s guiding teacher RODNEY SMITH. Rodney’s newest book Stepping Out of SelfDeception challenges us to fully accept the Buddha’s liberating teaching of “no-self” as a means of curbing spiritual materialism and finding resolution from dissatisfaction and suffering. Rodney will share experiences as teaching tools and explain why selfexperimentation of practice is most necessary. Friday, January 21 Cell-Level Healing: Foundations in Healing, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now! $20 Join JOYCE HAWKES , author of Cell-Level Healing, renowned biophysicist and master healer, as she presents the science and spirit of healing at the cellular level. Learn to recognize blockages to health and restore balance and harmony to your body’s cells and systems. Joyce will incorporate multimedia into tonight’s presentation so you see your magnificent organs and cells structures up close as she explains how to invoke the body’s built-in mechanisms for energy storage, repair, and renewal. 10 206-523-3726 www.eastwestbookshop.com Saturday, January 22 DOUGALL FRASER : Psychic Development Workshop: Seeing the Human Aura, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. , Register Now! $175. Dougall’s fall workshop sold out far in advance, so he graciously offered to come back this quarter! This special workshop is limited to 14 participants in each session. (Choose either Saturday or Sunday.) Internationally-known psychic DOUGALL FRASER offers an expanded and more comprehensive version of his workshop Secrets to Seeing the Human Aura. Dougall will share with you the exact process he uses to see auras. You will share in an intimate group learning journey to discover the true meaning and power of auric colors. Each participant will read and be read by another in the group, so please be comfortable with sharing the specifics of your life with others. Sunday, January 23 Psychic Development Workshop: Seeing the Human Aura, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Register Now! $175. See description above. Saturday, January 22 ATLANTIS: The Lost Continent Finally Found, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 FRANK JOSEPH HOFF will speak on behalf of the late nuclear physicist Arysio Nunes dos Santos, Ph.D. about his real discovery of the lost continent of Atlantis. Originally a skeptic trying to debunk Dr. Santos’ work, Frank is now the president of Atlantis Publications and has appeared at numerous seminars worldwide and on many radio shows including Coast-to-Coast. Tonight will include interactive media documenting the work of Dr. Santos, giving you the opportunity to rediscover Atlantis for yourself. Sunday, January 23 Mini Healing Sessions with Tibetan Singing Bowls, 1-4 p.m. See pg. 6. Monday, January 24 Learn to Meditate Level 2: Quieting the Mind Through Breath Control, Register Now! 7:30-9 p.m. $15 Learn and practice time-tested breath techniques (“pranayama”) to help calm the “monkey” mind and deepen your experience of meditation. This class is designed for those with Learn to Meditate Level 1 or equivalent training. Taught by Ananda Meditation Teacher, RICK JOHNSTON. Tuesday, January 25 Cultivating Wellness, Noon-1 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Tuesday, January 25 Raja and Hatha Yoga Intensive: Winter Session, 6-9:15 p.m. Register Now! $395, plus text. 14 Tuesdays: January 26 through April 26, Hatha Yoga, 6-7:15 p.m., Raja Yoga, 7:30-9:15 p.m. Take Ananda’s most popular and comprehensive course! Learn meditation, yoga postures, and Patanjali’s 8-Fold Path. This includes pranayams, chakra, breath, and mantra meditation, chanting, affirmations, creative visualization and topics such as healing, diet, karma, reincarnation, kundalini, and the astral and causal bodies. This course features the modern, definitive text written by Swami Kriyananda: The Art and Science of Raja Yoga. Presented by NAYASWAMI HRIMAN MCGILLOWAY, Lightbearer & Co-Director of Ananda in Seattle. Hriman says, “The Raja Intensive will help you start or deepen your experience of meditation. The practical and inspiring precepts of Raja Yoga can transform your life”. The Hatha segment is presented by MICHELLE MARSHALL. 3-installment payment option available for $10 service fee. Designed to be taken together, the segments may be taken separately: $155, plus text, Hatha segment only; $255, plus text, Raja only. Wednesday, January 26 Raise Your Vibration! 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 Learn how to move beyond historical patterns, karma and genetic predispositions by shifting your consciousness into higher realms. In this interactive, practical and fun workshop you’ll learn 6 simple practices and receive the immediate and profound benefits of a raised vibration. Counselor and Coach COLBY WILK will help you renew your lease on a magical and meaningful relationship with life. Colby empowers and trains others to become their own teachers, guiding them to access spiritual states of awareness to overcome blocks and thrive. Thursday, January 27 Sit Your Way to a PainFree Back, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! This interactive introduction to the Gokhale Method is targeted toward sitting exercises. Author of 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back ESTHER GOKHALE will demonstrate three basic techniques of the Gokhale Method for back pain relief, injury prevention, spinal decompression and improving circulation while sitting. Esther will provide hands-on guidance to participants for these techniques. After crippling back pain during her first pregnancy and an unsuccessful back surgery, Gokhale began her lifelong crusade to help others and herself end back pain for good. Friday, January 28 Beliefs, Illusions and Reality: Clarity in Times of Change, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now! $10 We are truly powerful when we work with what is here, even as things are constantly changing. That is why it is so important to learn to see truth and reality as it is, not as we want it to be. Shamanic teacher and author of An Encyclopedia of Shamanism CHRISTINA PRATT shares simple, practical shamanic skills to see through the confusion of life, to discern between beliefs, illusions and reality and to cultivate the ability to function with focus amidst the storms of life’s uncertainties. Saturday, January 29 Meditation for Starters, Register Now! 10:30-11:30 a.m. Register Now! $5 This one-hour class, taught by RONAN BENNETT , is an introduction to the Monday night Learn to Meditate class series. We’ll use simple breath control exercises, practice sitting positions, and learn how to use visualizations. Your $5 class fee can apply to the Learn to Meditate Level 1 class. Saturday, January 29 Beliefs, Illusions and Reality: Self-Discovery Workshop, 1-5 p.m. Register Now! $45 To access your “spirit eyes” and see through illusions you must reclaim your own inner cord of truth. Learn to see beneath the surface of your beautiful, crazy life to the vibration of your unique genius. In this experiential half-day course CHRISTINA PRATT , author of An Encyclopedia of Shamanism , will help you see the real energies that support you, the essence of your unique genius, and how even the stresses of your life are still pointing back to the true energy of why you are here. Saturday, January 29 Healing Songs, Chants, Mantras, and Movement, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $12 adv. $15 day of Experience an evening of feeling lighter, better, and more complete as we collectively sing and move to clear out unnecessary frequencies and vibrations from our energy bodies and chakras. MARK STANTON WELCH is a musician, songwriter, facilitator and vibrational alchemist whose music has been used to support much of the work of Sonia Choquette. Mark’s music engages us through sound, voice, and intention to realign cells and thoughts to their resonant harmonic frequencies of wholeness. Don’t miss out on this very special evening of music and healing! Sunday, January 30 Ananda Group Meditation, 9-10 a.m. Free! See pg. 4 Sunday, January 30 Easy, Fun, and Effective Chakra Clearing, 1-6 p.m. Register Now! $40 Maintaining inner and outer balance starts with chakra clearing. Releasing energetic debris and patterns allows us to stand in our own center and live fully present. In this fun and focused afternoon intensive, musician, songwriter and vibrational alchemist MARK STANTON WELCH will delve into useful methods for clearing, raising and maintaining the vibration of each chakra. Mark’s music has been used to support the work of Sonia Choquette and also fosters a sense of compassion and wholeness, personal spiritual evolution and the awareness of planetary oneness. Programs JAN / FEB Wednesday, February 2 Loving Who You Are: The Art of Allowing Absolute Self Acceptance, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 Can be applied tonight towards the purchase of a Sonia Choquette product. Special Guest MARIE CLAIRE BERNARDS, Certified Sonia Choquette 6th Sensory Practitioner, will share a variety of activities that support and inspire deep self love while letting go of guilt, pain, judgment and the feeling of separation. Learn why Self Love needs to be nurtured to live a conscious, intuitive daily existence full of peace, beauty, and compassion. KATHLEEN CARRERA , Transformational Coach, hosts these monthly 6th Sensory Gatherings based upon Sonia Choquette’s teachings . Thursday, February 3 Life at First Sight, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! As we develop our first sight with the eyes of the heart, we gain a larger view of the reality of life and awareness of how three kinds of perception—physical, intellectual, and spiritual—are designed to work together. Author of Life at First Sight and writing consultant PHYLLIS EDGARLY RING will show you how harmonizing these three can move us beyond the human tendency to imitate the past, especially in our beliefs about life and ourselves. Tonight Phyllis will empower you to investigate the reality of your greatest possibilities. Friday, February 4 Active Dreaming for Conscious Living and Community, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now! $25 Learn to live as an active dreamer 24/7. This means reading signs from the world around you, choosing where you will put your energy and attention, stepping beyond selflimiting beliefs and constantly testing the bounds of possibility. It involves finding and living your bigger life story, and helping others to get out of their boxes and live from the heart. Walk this path of natural magic with ROBERT MOSS, the pioneer of Active Dreaming, an original synthesis of shamanism and modern dreamwork, and bestselling author of Conscious Dreaming, Dreamgates and The Three “Only” Things. 11 Programs FEBRUARY Saturday, February 5 Introduction to Shamanic Lucid Dreaming, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Register Now! $45 Shamans know we don’t need to go to sleep in order to dream. Learn how to embark upon hyper-lucid dream adventures with one or more partners, fold time, and travel to places of adventure, initiation and healing in the deeper sense of reality. Join ROBERT MOSS to find out how dreaming can be a highly social activity and that (as Aboriginal shamans teach) a personal dream can be the portal to the Dreamtime State, where the events of waking life have their origin. Saturday, February 5 Giving Voice to the Authentic: A Workshop for Writing and Spirit, 2-6 p.m. Register Now! $30 At its richest and most revealing, writing is an invitation to authenticity, and to its sustaining and informing expression. PHYLLIS EDGARLY RING, author of Life at First Sight, remarks, “Writing does not imitate or seek to placate habits that can shackle us in our world but rather offers us the opportunity to harmonize heart and mind as collaborators in a willing and joyful journey of learning and passion for life, in service to truth.” Participants are encouraged to bring writing in progress if they wish, and/or plan to generate some new writing. Sunday, February 6 Vision Board Your Life!, 1-3:30 p.m. Register Now! $10 Bring your self, a clear intention or goal in mind and the willingness to dive deeply into creative manifesting. In this class you will be asked to gather your individual dreams and desires to create a beautiful and brilliant vision board. Spend time in a sacred space to craft a vision board. Harness the law of attraction to bring forth all that you wish for. Supplies provided. Facilitated by MARISSA CASTELLO . Sunday, February 6 Mini Healing Sessions with Tibetan Singing Bowls, 1-4 p.m. See pg. 6 12 Sunday, February 6 The World of Tea and Beyond, 3-6 p.m. in Tea Garden Free! See pg. 5 Monday, February 7 Women Food and God: Discussion and Support Circle for Women, 6-7:30 p.m. Free! See pg. 7 Monday, February 7 Learn to Meditate Level 1: Inner Peace Through Relaxation & Concentration, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now! $45. Feb. 7, 14, 21. See pg. 7 Tuesday, February 8 Cultivating Wellness, Noon-1 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Tuesday, February 8 Anastasia: Creating a Space of Love, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Wednesday, February 9 Introduction to the Art of Ascension, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 The Ishayas are an ancient order of monks who have been keeping the techniques of transformation alive until the world is ready. That time is now! Join teachers of THE ISHAYA TRADITION based on the teachings of MSI, who brought these traditions to the West, for an introduction to awakening, one enlivened heart to another. Tonight will focus on the first of five books, Ascension, and offer participants a chance to join a weekend workshop to learn the tools of transformation. Wednesday, February 9 Aquarius Birthday Party! 7-8:30 p.m. Free! See pg. 5 Thursday, February 10 Love, Music and Chocolate, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $12 adv. $15 Day of Enjoy a memorable evening of music and chocolate! This special evening will soothe your soul, delight your senses and inspire your heart. Pianist JEANETTE ALEXANDER , accompanied by guest musicians, will perform heartfelt compositions from her popular CDs Still Point, Open Sky and Walk in the Sun. Jeanette will also talk about inspiration, the artistic journey, love and the creative process with selected readings including poems by Rumi and Hafiz. Friday, February 11 Making the Connection to Your Abundance, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now! $10 Join nationally syndicated radio host PHYLLIS KING-, the Common Sense Psychic, for an evening of readings and common sense wisdom to help you cultivate your own innate manifesting ability and make the connection to your abundance. Phyllis is the author of four books to date, including Bouncing Back with Dr. Wayne Dyer, and has helped thousands through her readings and her radio show. Saturday, February 12 Harmonium Chanting for Beginners, 10:30-1:30 p.m. Register Now! $30 Learn the basics of how to play the harmonium. Bring your harmonium or learn on one of ours. Preregistration will ensure that we will have an instrument for you to use. Presented byNAYASWAMI HRIMAN McGILLOWAY. Saturday, February 12 Group Reading Event with the Common Sense Psychic, 3-5:30 p.m. Register Now! $30 PHYLLIS KING, the Common Sense Psychic and nationally syndicated radio host, will share an afternoon of fun and enlightening readings. Group readings are shared in a supportive and nurturing atmosphere with a common goal to leave everyone in the group feeling inspired and empowered. You can ask Phyllis anything and enjoy the benefits of reduced rates with the added power of group consciousness. Phyllis is dedicated to helping those on the journey to finding their own answers. Do you get-enews? There is always something new at East West! Get the latest program info, plus book picks, product news and specials - and a link to our complete newsletter in downloadable format! Sign up online at: eastwestbookshop.com Saturday, February 12 Divine Love Kirtan, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! Chanting helps to awaken the heart center’s natural energy, opening the doorway to the Divine presence within, and the love that connects us all. Join us tonight for an experiential evening of heartopening group chanting with ANANDA SEATTLE KIRTAN GROUP as they share music written by the great yogi Paramhansa Yogananda and his direct disciple Nayaswami Kriyananda, interspersed with sacred poetry and meditation. You’ll leave inspired and joyful! Sunday, February 13 Ananda Group Meditation, 9-10 a.m. Free! See pg. 4 Sunday, February 13 Shamanic Council, 1-2:30 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Monday, February 14 Discussing the Teachings of Abraham-Hicks, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $5 See pg. 6 Wednesday, February 16 Circle of Compassion: Studying and Applying the Charter for Compassion, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Wednesday, February 16 Human Design: Interactive In-store Live Skype Event with Chetan Parkyn, 7-8:30 p.m. Free! Forget your sign… what’s your Design? Is there a blueprint that reveals your personal and career strengths, the life you were meant to lead? Yes, there is. Human Design is a revolutionary system that gives you the tools to unlock your true potential. It draws from four ancient wisdom traditions—astrology, the I Ching, the Kabbalah and the chakra system— to reveal your unique “design for life”. Master teacher Chetan Parkyn, author of Human Design, will join us live via Skype to share his book on this remarkable system, with Q&A to follow! In-store live Skype Events give you the chance to visit with well-known authors throughout the world in an intimate, informal setting! Thursday, February 17 You Can Let Go! 7-8:30 p.m. Free! Join DR. ZEAL OKOGERI for an introductory evening to emotional freedom, learning how to let go! Dr. Okogeri will share anecdotes from his book God’s Relentless Generosities and courageous stories of those who have let go using what he calls the Light and Sound Current. Dr. Okogeri’s work is centered in helping others free themselves from emotional blocks that keep them from truly living. Tonight’s program will show you that you can recover from a broken heart, abuse, divorce, feelings of abandonment and the false idea that you are unlovable! Friday, February 18 I See Your Dream Job, 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now $10 Stuck in a dead-end job? Or can’t find a job? Career intuitive SUE FREDERICK , author of I See Your Dream Job, will open you up to your true potential and teach you how to manifest the work you came here to do. Combining a unique gift of powerful intuition and practical career knowhow, Sue draws upon dreams, numerology and conversations with spirits to see your dream job. You’ll leave with a fresh perspective on your life’s mission. Five audience members will receive a live reading. Saturday, February 19 How To Let Go Through the Light & Sound Current, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Register Now! $30 One of the ways to be really happy, energetic, focused, and motivated is to release unnecessary emotions that you’ve accumulated over time. In this experiential guided workshop, DR. ZEAL OKOGERI will help you turn irrational fears, apathy, loss, hurt, co-dependency, resistance, anger and shame into Courageousness, Acceptance, Peace and Happiness. A Letting Go session through the Light and Sound Current is a process of true surrender to the infinite using ancient mantras to help you release unique situations and patterns. Programs FEBRUARY Saturday, February 19 Drawing Out Your Soul: A Touch Drawing Retreat with Deborah Koff-Chapin, Register Now! 2-6 p.m. $50 all materials included. Join DEBORAH KOFF-CHAPIN , world renowned author of Soul Cards 1 and 2 and Drawing Out Your Soul, for a day of soul exploration and creativity. Deborah will introduce you to the simple-yetprofound process of Touch Drawing, She will hold a sacred space for you to delve into your soul through Touch Drawing and play live evocative music, while you draw. In this half-day retreat, you will create two full series of drawings that express many dimensions of your soul. Touch Drawing is a process of therapeutic, spiritual, creative and physical integration. No artistic confidence necessary! Saturday, February 19 An Evening of Indian Bansuri (Flute) with Deepak Ram, Register Now! 7-8:30 p.m. $12 advance and student and senior discount/ $15 day of event Join us for an evening with world renowned bansuri flute player and composer DEEPAK RAM . Deepak, who began studying over 35 years ago in South Africa, has created numerous albums and performed all over the world, including the U.S., Europe and India. Accompanying Deepak on tabla is RAVI ALBRIGHT, executive director of the Anindo Chatterjee Institute of Tabla and GandaBanda, disciple of Pandit Anindo Chatterjee of Kolkata. 13 Programs FEBRUARY Sunday, February 20 Journaling for Joy, 1-4 p.m. Register Now! $20 Writing is a transformative technology that has power to change your life on every level. In this three-hour intensive, Adjunct professor at Antioch University REBECCA SUZANNE DAVIS PhD will show you study-proven benefits of journaling, and tips for sustaining a journaling practice. You’ll use the language: of exploration, to engage your subconscious and release the wisdom of past experiences; of manifestation, for homing in on your conscious desires and inviting them to take concrete form; and of inspiration, to capture superconscious insights and follow divine guidance. Thursday, February 24 Astrology’s Economic Forecast for 2011, 7-8:30 p.m. Register Now! $20 We’re in the midst of a fortyyear economic and social revolution, plus a sixteen-year economic transformation. Astrologically the year of 2011 holds revolutionary energies, similar to the mid1960s. Find out where our economy is headed, what’s happening to our currency, interest rates, real estate, oil, gold and stocks. MADELINE GERWICK, internationally-recognized business, economic and personal astrologer and author of the The Good Timing Guide will show you what you can do to protect your wealth through this major period of change. Sunday, February 20 Mini Healing Sessions with Tibetan Singing Bowls Experience relaxation and rejuvenation as you are bathed in a wash of soothing sound. Tibetan seven metal bowls are designed for healing the physical body; their tones resonate deep within ourselves to foster a sense of peace and well-being. These sessions are facilitated by MISSY YADEN, trained by singing bowl master Suren Shrestha. Schedule now! 1-4 p.m. $25 / 1/2 hr. Monday, February 21 Women Food and God: Discussion and Support Circle for Women, 6-7:30 p.m. See pg. 7 Tuesday, February 22 Cultivating Wellness, Noon-1 p.m. Free! See pg. 6 Friday, February 25 How Are Your Past Lives Affecting Your Present? 7:30-9 p.m. Register Now! $10 Soul Spa Members get in for free, visit RobinAlexis.com Join renowned psychic, radio and TV personality ROBIN ALEXIS for this very special evening of readings and enlightening past-life Self-discovery. Bring your questions and willingness to look at how your past lives may be impacting the quality of your life now! Robin is host of Mystic Radio®, founder of the Reiki Healing On-Line Soul Spa and Metaphysical Mothering™, and author of the books Raising Humanity and Robin’s Song: Treasure Your Soul’s Wisdom. Saturday, February 26 Meditation for Starters, Register Now! 10:30-11:30 a.m. $5. See pg. 4 Saturday, February 26 Wednesday, February 23 Washington State EFT Tappers Gathering, 12-6:30 p.m. $87 ERIC KLOS DC , Certified Clinical Nutritionist, will provide you with an understanding of the reallife causes of fatigue and how to use nutrition to do battle against Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and general lack of energy. Eric will explain how stressors to your body’s adrenal and thyroid systems can dramatically affect well-being, and, more importantly, he will give you current and practical useful tools you can take home and utilize in your daily life. Hosted by ALINA FRANK, Certified EFT practitioner and EFT CERT-1 Instructor, this afternoon gathering is open to everyone and will include lectures and interactive demonstrations by EFT practitioners from Washington State and the Greater Northwest. Alina is bringing together the best that the state has to offer and giving the public a fascinating opportunity to learn new variations from this diverse group of top-notch EFT professionals. Proceeds benefit EFT research being done at the Soul Medicine Institute. Tired of Being Tired? 7-8:30 p.m. Free! 14 Saturday, February 26 Movie Night: Blessings:The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet, 7-8:30 p.m. $5 In the summer of 2005, renowned Buddhist teacher, Tsoknyi Rinpoche III, accompanied by a handful of western students, traveled to the Nangchen region in Eastern Tibet. The purpose of the trip was to document the lives and assess the needs of the Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns - 3000 remarkable women who live and practice an ancient yogic tradition in nunneries and hermitages scattered across this remote, mountainous region. BLESSINGS: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet tells the story of this extraordinary journey. Sunday, February 27 Ananda Group Meditation, 9-10 a.m. Free! See pg. 4 Sunday, February 27 Psychic Tools for Better Communication, 1-3 p.m. Register Now! $15 Would you like to improve your relationships on all levels? In today’s miniworkshop MADELINE HARTMAN, M.S.W., Director of Psychic Awakenings Awakenings, will present several energy and psychic techniques for improving your communication with other people, your intuitive abilities and SelfAwareness. You will learn new ways to make internal energy shifts and communicate spiritually, helping you to improve your relationships with friends, family and members of the opposite sex. This fun, experiential workshop will include lots of practice and discussion. Monday, February 28 Learn to Meditate Level 3; Opening the Heart Through the Chakras. Register Now! 7:30-9 p.m., $15 Chanting at the chakras (subtle energy centers in the spine) and using yogic bandhas (locks) can open the door to the unconditional love and wisdom of your higher Self. Designed for those with level 1 or equivalent training. RICK JOHNSTON, instructor. Intuitive ConsultationsJoan Newcomb, CPC– Intuitive Counselor Joan Newcomb, CPC, is a natural Empath, trained Clairvoyant Counselor, and Spiritual Teacher who has helped people with personal and spiritual growth for nearly 30 years. Joan gives gentle and lighthearted insight, and offers compassionate guidance about your life, relationships, career, money, family, and more. Joan’s passion is to connect people with their inner Wisdom, encouraging them to fully manifest their true Self in all aspects of their lives. Wednesdays, 12-6 p.m., & Sat., Dec. 4, Jan. 22 , Feb. 5 & 26, 12-6 p.m. $100 /hr., $50/ 1/2 hr., $25/15 min. Monica Wilson– Psychometry & I Ching Weaving elements of Astrology, Tarot and I Ching into her psychic interpretations, Monica works with you to find your own spiritual direction and unique place in the Universe. Using a personal object, such as jewelry, as an access point for psychometry, Monica shares insight into your past, present and future directions. She welcomes questions and encourages dialogue, so that you work together toward greater awareness and growth. Mondays, 10-5 p.m. (evening appts. by preschedule); Thursdays Dec. 23, Jan. 27, Feb. 24, 4-8:30 p.m.; Saturdays, Dec. 18, Jan. 15, Feb. 12, 10-5 p.m. $75/hr., $40/½ hr. (tape provided). Michelle McKinney– Shamanic Consultations Shamanism is an ancient “technology” that engages the spirit realm for healing and problem solving. It is as valuable now as it has been through the ages. Healing includes Soul Retrieval and Power Animal Retrieval to restore our vital essence, power, and protection, missing due to life events like trauma, shock, loss, and difficult relationships; and for re-connecting with our true self and life purpose. We can also ask for guidance and support from the helping spirits about life issues. Thurs., Jan. 6, Feb. 3, Noon-6 p.m., $80/hr.,$45/½ hr. Call 206-523-3726 for appointments Karen Wennerlind– Astrology & Tarot Karen brings 25 years of experience to her practice, which combines Western astrology, tarot, and a lifelong quest for spirit and balance in all of life’s activities. Her desire is to empower and bring focus to your choices. Combining practical guidance with story, her consultations are available for “first time” astrology clients, yearly updates, and relationship dynamics, as well as exploring specific questions in depth, business development and personal timing. Karen also teaches classes in Astrology and Business Basics for Metaphysicians. Fridays, 12-7 p.m., & Sat. Jan. 8 & 29, Feb. 19, 12-6 p.m., $75/hr., $40/½ hr. (tape provided). Amy Roberts – Tarot Amy is a professional tarot reader with 20 years experience. Her approach is based on a practical, choicecentered philosophy that allows for the possibility of change and personal growth. Through tarot, Amy is able to help clients find the ways in which they can optimize choices and connect with the inner power to change and heal. Sundays, 12-5 p.m., Thurs., Dec. 16, Jan. 20, Feb. 17, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $85/hr., $45/ ½ hr. Penelope Protheroe– Clairvoyant Psychic Consultations Penelope has studied, applied and taught spirituality for over 35 years. As a clairvoyant, clairsentient, and clairaudient, she is able to see, feel and hear energy as spirit and read subtle levels of energy of whatever is happening with your relationships, career and finances. In addition Penelope works with angels and guides to read your spirit, aura, chakras and past lives. She will assist you in developing your unique spiritual abilities and manifesting your soul’s path this lifetime. Tuesdays, 1-6 p.m., $35/15 min., $50/ ½ hr., $95/hr. Shiela Baker– Shamanic Consultations Live with abundant health, happiness and love. Negative situations from your life, which you may not even remember, cause blocked energy and trapped emotions. We hold pain in the body and suffer from stress, tension and disease, yet the body is willing to let it go. Release trapped energy in a simple, effective way during a private session with Shiela Baker, a practical shaman who combines insightful counseling with astrology, Earth-based spirituality, humor and compassion for the highest nature of all beings. Thurs, Dec. 9, Jan. 13, Feb. 10, 12-7p.m., $75/hr., $40/½ hr. Fall Guest Consultants Aimee Cartier– Intuitive Readings Aimee Cartier is a naturally gifted intuitive and seer, who works with oracle cards and the help of her own guides to assist you in finding answers. Whether you are looking for clarity on specific issues or just a general check-in, her readings will inspire and empower you to align with your own highest good. Aimee is the author of Getting Answers, Using Your Intuition to Discover Your Best Life, and the founder of Spreading Blessings Media, a company dedicated to providing tools for inspired living. She speaks and teaches on the subject of intuitive living. Sat., Dec. 11, noon- 5 p.m.$30/15 min., $60/30 min., $100/hr. (See pg. 4 for event with Aimee.) 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