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106 things to do in NovemberThursdays 7pm
Green Drinks
Locations vary by week
Join other eco-minded individuals for green happy hour in Culver City, Hermosa Beach, Silver Lake and Studio City.
12 week program 7-8:15pm
The Self-Realization Course
Over the telephone, must pre-register, tuition costs apply.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
The path to enlightenment. You will be guided by Steven S. Sadleir and go to places you’ve never gone, experiencing higher states of consciousness. Your spirit will let you know when you are ready; we look forward to welcoming you into this bliss.
Every other Friday 7-9pm
Inspirational Drum Circle
59700 29 Palms Hwy., Joshua Tree
760.365.8371
jtrcc.org
events at jtrcc.org
Inspirational drum circle with Ms. Connor Sauer, 30 years experience, bringing passion, depth and discovery to each gathering.
Brand 36
Brand Library Art Galleries
1601 West Mountain St.
Glendale
818.548.2051
brandlibrary.org
Thirty-Sixth National Juried Exhibition. Works on Paper: Secrets & Confessions.
Mondays & Wednesdays & by appointment 4-6pm
And This Is How It Ended? (The Divorce Show)
McNish Gallery
Oxnard College
4000 South Rose Ave.
Oxnard
805.986.5800 x1929
adenistanbul.net/ATHEthedivorceshow.htm
Cmorla at Vcccd.net
An all women show, bringing together established and emerging artists whose bold works range from painting to photography, installation and drawing. The exhibition is an exploration of what it means to be divorced from eight women who bring forth various interpretations of the topic.
10.13-11.04 7-10pm
CALAVERAS y DIABLITOS (Skulls & Demons)/NELA artwalk
4534 Eagle Rock Blvd., Eagle Rock
323.256.6117
eclecticcactus.com
semastroianni70 at yahoo.com
Join us for a free reception this Saturday, 10/13/07, in North East L.A., home to some of the hardest working galleries & art spaces! See http://www.nelaart.com/ and http://myspace.com/cactusgallery
For evite :: http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb264/cactusgallery/CactusCALAVERA.jpg
Closed Mondays
Day of the Dead Art Show
120 Pine Tree Circle
310.455.7909
topangacanyongallery.com
Celebrate the day of the dead with the artists at Topanga Canyon Gallery. Honor your ancestors by bringing mementos to our reliquary.
Daily
Desert Bayou
Laemmle’s Sunset 5,
8000 Sunset Blvd., WeHo
323.848.3500
laemmle.com
Documentary of 600 African American Katrina victims flown to Salt Lake City and resettled. Follows two evacuated families; features Percy “Master P” Miller and Rabbi Shmuley. Alex LeMay directs.
Every Friday 6-7:20pm
Cinderella
Santa Monica Playhouse Main Stage
1211 4th St.
310.394.9779 x2
santamonicaplayhouse.com
theatre at santamonicaplayhouse.com
“An enchanting Cinderella!” (L.A. Times), the perfect musical comedy twilight outing for Family Theatre audiences 2 to 102.
Wednesday - Saturday 11am-5pm
TAG Gallery Shelley Lazarus and Della Rolle Art Exhibit
2903 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica,
310.829.9556
tagtheartistsgallery.com
theartistsgallery at verizon.net
”Heaven Can Wait” watercolors by Shelley Lazarus and figurative sculpture by Della Rolle. Artists’ Reception is November 3, 2007 from 5 to 8pm.
11.01-11.11
AFI Fest
2021 N. Western Ave., LA
afi.com
International films from emerging filmmakers, the latest work from great film masters and nightly red carpet gala premieres.
Mondays thru Saturdays 11am-6pm
Majestic Tibetan Art
813 N. La Brea Ave.
323.933.9254
illumegallery.biz
zana at illumegallery.biz
Join Zana Licht, of Illume Gallery. Experience healing salt crystal lamps with sacred contemporary Tibetan art and traditional thangka paintings.
Fri & Sat @ 8pm, Sun @ 4pm
The Glory of Living
The Big Victory Theatre
3326 West Victory Blvd.
Burbank
818.841.5421
thevictorytheatrecenter.org
victoryadmin at mindspring.com
Glory is a thriller so controversial, many theatre companies refused to present it. Inspired by a true story, a young girl’s hunger for escape moves her into a life misled. Join us as we explore a production that will leave you speechless, break your heart, and ultimately surprise you.
6-10pm
Abbot Kinney 1st Fridays
Between Venice Blvd. and Main St.
abbotkinneynow.com
Enjoy the festivities while shopping the boulevard with amazing deals. Raffle.
Weekends until 11.11
Liberating Jesus!
Edgemar Center for the Arts
2437 Main St., Santa Monica
brownpapertickets.com
A one man play. Jesus is back. He’s onstage and he wants to set the record straight.
Weekdays 9am-5pm
2007 Venice Communtiy Trust Raffle
Ravenswork Studios
1611 Electric Ave.
Venice
310.301.6976
venicetrust.com
ktrpromo at yahoo.com
Win an Ed Moses Lithograph; the Venice Community Trust Art Exhibit and Raffle is currently on view.
The drawing for these exceptional works will be held at the Cool School – Hot Art Party on Dec 1. Don’t miss the chance to win one of these valuable works with a $10 ticket.
6-10pm
Art on display for Venice Trust Raffle at Ravenswork 1611 Electric Ave.
Abbot Kinney between Venice Blvd and Main St.
abbotkinneynow.com
Celebrate a special night with Venice’s own original boutiques, good cheer, drinks, snacks, music. Venice Trust Raffle Tickets Available.
11.03 4-9pm
Hopi Celebration Concert
1440 N. Topanga Cyn Blvd.
310.288.2541
hopicelebration.com
Hopi singers and drummers Stephanie Lallouz, The Family Rock and special guests John Densmore and Hani Naser.
11.03 7pm
Celebrating the Season: Hallows Eve
301 N. Orange Grove Blvd.
Pasadena
818.771.5778
templeofthegoddess.org
Multi-cultural celebration combining music, myth and dance to re-connect us to the seasons and the Earth.
11.03 10am-3pm
A Busy Persons Guide to Raw & Living Foods
444 14th St., Santa Monica
(between San Vicente and Montana)
323.906.1177
lasatsang.amma.org/motherskitchen.htm
eliztobias at yahoo.com
At this fundraiser for Mother’s Kitchen,
registration is $45 including book + food samples. You will learn •Benefits of eating raw foods •How to get started • Quick and easy recipes to prepare •
•Important nutritional perspectives •Food staples, equipment, and local resources•
11.03 1-10pm
Live Art 2007
Hollywood & Highland Center
6801 Hollywood Blvd.
livelargehere.com
A one-day art/film/music festival. A portion of proceeds will benefit Reaching to Embrace Arts.
11.03 1-4pm
Author Joan King “Cellular Wisdom” Workshop
Long Beach
Reservations only
562.597.1902
beyond_success.com
vocalvisions at vocalvisions.net
“Using Your Cellular Wisdom” with Joan King, Master Certified Coach, Coach trainer and author of “Cellular Wisdom” and “Cellular Wisdom for Women: An Inner Work Book.” $50.
11.03 7-10pm
Intimate Gathering with Mirabai Devi
4503 Briney Point Road
La Verne
310.877.5945
mirabaidevi.org
Spend intimate time with Mirabai for help in your spiritual path for healing and transfomation Res. req. $125.
Saturday 5-7pm
Beginner Tantra for Couples
Beauty and Wisdom
Santa Monica
323.363.3135
embodytantra.com
charu at embodytantra.com
This class will guide you toward a deeper understanding of what is possible as we embrace where sexuality/spirituality meet. Contact Charu to register. $50/couple; $60 at the door.
Every Saturday and Sunday 12:30-1:45pm
And Awaaay We Go To Wonderland!
Santa Monica Playhouse
1211 4th Street
310.394.9779 x2
santamonicaplayhouse.com
theatre at SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com
Kids 2 to 102 take a musical journey to save the fairytale world. The perfect outing for the entire family.
Ongoing
You Are Here
Bandini Art
2635 S. Fairfax Ave., Culver City
bandiniart.com
Magical works from Ashley McLean Emenegger and Paul Pitsker.
11.04 2:30pm
Doctors Symphony and Ukrainian Choir Benefit Concert
Alex Theatre
216 N. Brand
Glendale
818.243.2539
ladso.org
Traditional/classical music of Ukraine. Soloists, Stefan Szkafarowksy, Vasyl Nechepa. Greg Hallick and Ivan Shulman conduct.
11.04 2pm
A Message of Hope
Santa Monica Main Library
601 Santa Monica Blvd.
818.785.6300
Video presentation followed by Q&A on the emergence of Maitreya, the World Teacher and the Masters of Wisdom.
11.04
Eco-Home Tour
RSVP for location.
323.662.5207
ecohome.org
View a model of sustainable urban living. $10. Also the 18th.
11.04 1-5pm
Darshan with Mirabai Devi
509 South College Ave.
Claremont
310.877.5945
mirabaidevi.org
Come and let your stress go with the transmission of the divine light with Mirabai Devi. $20.
Sunday 8:45am-3pm
Community Greening Workshop
Torrance
This FREE workshop provides five separate trainings. (1) Citizen Forester training; (2) Planting Supervisor training; (3) Tree Care Supervisor training; (4) Tree Care Coordinator training; (5) Fruit Tree Coordinator training. Come learn the tools to green your local community! For details and to register, contact Linda Eremita at trainings@treepeople.org or 818.623.4878.
11.06 5:30-8:30pm
Activations of Awakening Teleconference Workshop
Teleconference number and details will be supplied upon payment of $135 fee and submission of completed registration form.
805.340.1700
jodunning.com
jodunningevents at gmail.com
The Activations of Awakening workshop includes The Pineal Gland and Endocrine System Activations and DNA Structuring to help accelerate spiritual and personal growth and allow you to access greater levels of wisdom and truth. It helps you move more rapidly into whatever is next and best for you.
Free monthly calls & meditations 2:30-3:30pm
Free Introduction to The Self-Realization Course
Via teleconference. Pacific time.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Come get a taste of this training for yourself; this first class is free. Experience Shaktipat Meditation!
Just dial 1-605-475-8590 pin 549 0316# at the allotted time. For Skype numbers please email us.
Tuesdays 5:30-7pm
Leela! The Divine Play of Tantra
Beauty and Wisdom/Santa Monica
323.363.3135
embodytantra.com
charu at embodytantra.com
Discover Tantra in this experiential class, explore and play with a myriad of active meditations adapted from Tantric texts. To register contact Charu. $20 suggested donation.
11.07 7pm
Divine Duality -- Power of Reconciliation Between Women & Men
California Institute of Integral Studies
1453 Mission Street
San Francisco
Namaste Hall -- 3rd Floor
415.575.6175
ciis.edu/publicprograms
publicprograms at ciis.edu
Author William Keepin presents an overview of over 15 years of intensive reconciliation work done by women and men in deeply divided circumstances around the world including members of the South African Parliament and Catholic nuns and priests in India. Interactive sample of the work and Q/A session to follow.
11.07-11.09
Green Business Conference
Hotel Whitcomb
1231 Market St.
San Francisco
coopamerica.org
Green business forum with keynote speakers, workshops, entertainment, food and more.
Offered throughout the year. 6-7pm
Enlightened Mind Series #1: Emotional Detox and Clearing
Over the telephone, Pacific time.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Create the emotional state of mind you want to be in. First of a three part series via teleconference. $35.
Wednesdays 7:30-8:45pm
Hand Drumming Class
7308 Coldwater Canyon, NoHo
323.356.6435
universaldrumming.com
Learn techniques and rhythms from around the world, and how to drum in groups. Very healing, energizing, fun!
11.08 7pm
Conscientious Projector
Armory, 145 N. Raymond Ave., Old Pasadena
armoryarts.org
Free documentary film screenings presented by Sustainable World and The Theatre of the Oppressed. Meet filmmakers and join in discussions.
11.08
Spa Day 2007
Various Spas
spaday.org
Spa Day is a unique, one-day pamper yourself fundraising event benefiting individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS.
Fine day spas around the country will donate 20% or more of their revenue from treatments and gift certificate purchases on Spa Day.
11.08 6pm
Pulse Technique: Free Teleconference Workshop
Teleconference 712.432.3000, bridge 613739
805.340.1700
jodunning.com
jodunningevents at gmail.com
This free workshop is an opportunity to energetically clear and release things you would like to have different in your life so you can experience greater freedom, joy and aliveness. Prepare a list of 4 or 5 things you would like to change in your life prior to joining the telecon.
Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun.
Artivist Film Festival and Artivist Awards
Egyptian Theatre
6712 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood
artivists.org
jrsavet at artivists.org
The festival will showcase 60 films from around the world that raise public awareness for social global causes. Ted Danson, Alyssa Milano and Claes Nobel will be honored at the Artivist Awards on November 11th.
Thursdays
Darshan Thursday
theBODHIcenter
1989 Westwood Blvd.
310.497.1899
thebodhicenter.net
A talk by Bodhisattva Shree Swami Premodaya on the subject of spiritual awakening. By donation.
11.09 9am
Grand Inauguration of Vedic Temple & Nithyananda Vedic University
Vedic Temple & Vedic Sciences University
9720 Central Avenue
Montclair
626.205.3286
nithyanandavedictemple.org
info at nithyanandavedictemple.org
48 hours of continuous Vedic rituals. Witness the largest number of tallest deities in North America being infused with divine energy by Paramahamsa Nithyananda, a multi-dimensional Spiritual Master from India. Don’t miss this transformational opportunity!
11.09 7:30-9:30pm
New Moon New Beginnings: Scorpio
Many Paths Bookstore
5152A Lankershim Blvd., NOHO
818.415.3479
manypathsbookstore.com or HypnoSynergy.com
barbara at hypnosynergy.com
Use Scorpio New Moon vibes to create new beginnings with life balance coach and hypnotherapist Barbara Schiffman. This month’s guided meditations resonate with transformation, kundalini energy and shared resources.
11.09-11.11
Earth Alive!
Manzanita Village Retreat Center
Warner Springs
760.328.8001
sacredearthnetwork.org
Unsustainable practices are rooted in a worldview inside our minds. Reconnect and create a “new dream” on Planet Earth.
11.09-11.11
Relive the Vedic Era
Vedic Temple
Montclair
nithyanandavedictemple.org
Celebrations and cultural programs to inaugurate the opening of Nithyananda Vedic Sciences University.
11.09-11.11
Green Festival
San Francisco Concourse Exhibition Center
635 8th St.
San Francisco
greenfestivals.org
Green products, speakers, workshops, food and more.
11.09-11.11
Manifesting a Rich Life: The Prophets Conference
Universal Hilton
greatmystery.org
Featuring teachers from “The Secret” with special guests.
11.09-11.22
MYSTICAL JOURNEY TO PERU AND LAKE TITICACA WITH JORY ADAMSON
PERU
949.451.3507
TRIANGLEOFLIGHTHEALING.COM
SACREDALCHEMY at MSN.COM
EXPLORE SACRED SITES OF THE ANDES, EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF MACHU PICCHU AND LAKE TITICACA. OUR GUIDE, JORGE LUIS DELGADO IS AN ANDEAN SHAMAN, HEALER, AND MYSTIC WHOSE PASSION IS TO SHARE HIS KNOWLEDGE OF PERUVIAN TRADITIONS. IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THIS LAND WHERE THE VEIL BETWEEN THE WORLDS FALLS AWAY
November 9-11, 2007: Friday from 7-10 pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am-6 pm pm
Domancic Method of Bioenergy Therapy Seminar
Marina International Hotel and Bungalows, 4200 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey
310.531.6714
healingbioenergy.com
info at healingbioenergy.com
Learn the groundbreaking bioenergy healing therapy from Eastern Europe known to treat “incurable” diseases developed by renowned healer Zdenko Domančić (Doe-MAAN-cheech). The Domančić Method uses seven simple techniques, which can be learned by anyone, to boost the immune system, treat illness and balance the body’s electromagnetic field.
11.10 9am-3pm
Topanga Community Swap Meet and Chili Cook Off
1440 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Topanga
310.883.3755
topangacommunityclub.org
topangachilicookoffswapmeet07 at gmail.com
Vendors: gate opens @ 6:30am $25/spot, $5 dump-fee. Live local music. Pie baking contest, food vendors.
All proceeds benefit Topanga Community Club non-proft 501c3.
11.10 9am-3pm
Community Swap Meet
1440 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd.
310.883.3755
topangacommunityclub.org
topangacommunityswapmeet07 at gmail.com
Chili cook off, live music and food. Free.
11.10 6pm
A Goddess Seminar: The Beloved Returns Home
Unitarian Church
1260 18th St.
Santa Monica
310.495.1118
For Women Only. Aaron Perceval expresses transmissions of divine messages. $10
11.10 7:30pm
A World Beyond Crisis
Many Paths Bookstore
5152A Lankershim Blvd., NoHo
818.785.6300
Will we continue our present modes of living and destroy the planet, or live in peace through sharing and justice?
11.10 9:45am-1pm
Naturopathic Medical Informational Forum
Radisson Hotel
Midtown Los Angeles
3540 S. Figueroa St.
480.222.9212
Web site
j.durham at scnm.edu
Thinking about medical school? Consider Naturopathic Medicine. Join us for a free Informational Forum. Includes a Q&A panel with naturopathic doctors and one-on-one meetings with school admissions advisors. Learn more about career opportunities and medical school requirements. FREE!
11.10 9am-12pm
Park Work Day
Coldwater Canyon Park
818.802.2245
treepeople.org
jadedangel at mac.com
In partnership with LA Works, come have fun and help restore this beautiful setting to its natural glory! We will maintain trails, remove invasive plants, replace rocks and regrade hillsides and slopes. Must register, contact Steve Cota.
11.10-11.11
Learn To Channel Reiki TUMMO
Oak Tree Inn
788 W. Huntington Dr.
Monrovia
310.923.4554
reikitummo.com
reikitummo at gmail.com
Reiki Tummo includes all levels of traditional Usui Reiki, including awakening the spiritual heart and the Kundalini. The connection to the Earth and the awakening of the Kundalini provide a real boost to one’s spiritual evolution and complement the traditional forms of Reiki in which the energies flow from above.
11.10-12.09
Free Discourses on Shiva Sutras
Vedic Temple
9720 Central Avenue
Montclair
nithyanandavedictemple.org
Paramahamsa Nithyananda speaks on Shiva Sutras which address various meditation techniques.
Saturday 9am-12pm
Community Planting
Long Beach
Join dedicated Citizen Forester John Royce and his neighbors as they bring additional trees to Long Beach’s historic Cal-Heights neighborhood. John has led his community in many tree plantings - please join us as we add to their green legacy! To register, contact Lisa Sotelo at lsotelo@treepeople.org or 818.6234879.
Saturday 10am-1pm
Mountain Planting
Angeles National Forest
Join TreePeople as we head back to the Angeles Forest for autumn tree planting! We will be planting native seedlings to help restore this natural wonder in our own backyard. To register, please contact Kristina Clark at kclark@treepeople.org or 818.623.4846.
Saturday 2-3pm
Los Angeles Opera Talk: La Boheme
Brand Library & Art Center
1601 W. Mountain St.
Glendale
818.548.2051
brandlibrary.org
The Brand Library will be hosting a talk on the opera “La Boheme” by Puccini. The talk will be given by LA Opera Speaker Bureau member Phyline Polakoff. Free.
11.11 7pm
3rd Annual Veteran’s Day Peace Chant
Spiritworks! Center for Spiritual Living,
260 N. Pass Avenue, Burbank
818.834.5925
The Jizo Peace Center presents The Ghandarvas - Sanskrit chanting and songs of peace.
11.11 7:30-9:30pm
Beyond Self Evening
theBODHIcenter
1989 Westwood Blvd.
310.497.1899
thebodhicenter.net
Satsang with Bodhisattva Shree Swami Premodaya includes profound
meditation & deep de-conditioning work. By donation.
11.11 3-5pm
Veterans Day Community Drum Circle with Rick Allen from DefLeppard
1440 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd.
310.455.1980
ravendrumfoundation.org
Drums provided for the first 200 people. Donation: $30 at the door, or $25 if pre-ordered. Kids under 12 free.
11.11 7:30-9:30pm
’Beyond Self’ Evening: Satsang at the Bodhi Center
The Bodhi Center
1989 Westwood Blvd.
(The meeting space is located inside the Westwood Hills Congregational Church, at the corner of Westwood & La Grange.)
310.497.1899
thebodhicenter.net
info at thebodhicenter.net
These deeply intimate meetings provide the rare opportunity to come together for inner exploration and going beyond the self. A brief meditation is followed by question-&-answer and self-discovery work. ‘Beyond Self’ evenings are designed to support and promote self-knowledge, transformation and true clarity.
11.12-11.17
Seduction of Spirit
Paradise Point Resort
Mission Bay
chopra.com/seduction
Learn how to go beyond your current reality into deep states of healing and transformation with Deepak Chopra and David Simon.
11.13 7:30pm
Past Lives, Dreams and Soul Travel
Many Paths Bookstore
5152A Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood
818.762.4789
manypathsbookstore.com
Understand past life lessons. Get spiritual guidance from dreams. Discover truths with Soul Travel. Solve problems from a greater awareness.
11.13 7:30pm
Public Teaching with Kali Ma: Obstacles As The Path
Continuum Movement
1639 18th St. Santa Monica
310.453.3711
888.826.8729
mahasiddhas.org
chandala at mahasiddhas.org
Music, meditation, chanting, and teachings of the MahaSiddha Dharma.
$10-$15 love donation suggested, all are welcome.
11.13 7:30-9pm
Meditation 101: Staying Balanced Thru the Holidays
Many Paths Bookstore
5152A Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood
818.415.3479
manypathsbookstore.com, hypnosynergy.com
barbara at hypnosynergy.com
Curious about meditation but don’t know how to get started? Learn about different meditation styles (Zen vs. guided imagery). Experience guided Western-style meditation designed to help you stay balanced through the hectic holidays with Life Balance HypnoCoach Barbara Schiffman.
11.13 11am
Big Thinking Women
Millennium Biltmore Hotel
506 S. Grand, Los Angeles
818.598.8445
bigthinkingwomen.com
dsLightHousePR at aol.com
The event honors 50 successful and community active philanthropic women in the field of entertainment, politics, medical and business, between the ages of 50 – 92 who have helped
to change the face of aging. Honorees include: Rickie Byars-Beckwith, Hon. Yvonne Burke, Rikki Klieman, Iris Grossman, and more.
Tuesdays for 12 weeks 2:30-3:30pm
The Self Realization Course
Over the telephone, Pacific time.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
You will be guided by Steven over this twelve week course (with two-week holiday break) and go to places you’ve never gone; experiencing higher states of consciousness. To learn more, or to register, call Pauline Doan, at 949.355.3249.
Offered throughout the year. 6-7pm
Enlightened Mind Series #2: Physical Healing & Well Being
Via teleconference with Steven S. Sadleir. Pacific time.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
We will direct the innate intelligence to healing and creating an overall state of well being. You will be amazed how your mind can help heal your body and rejuvenate it. $35.
11.15 7:30-9:30pm
Beginner Tantra for Couples
Freddy and Eddy
Mar Vista
323.363.3135
embodytantra.com
charu at embodytantra.com
This class will guide you toward a deeper understanding of what is possible as we embrace where sexuality and spirituality meet. Contact Charu to register. $50/couple; $60 at the door.
11.15 6-8:30pm
S. Bay Reiki Healing Circle
The Balance Center
324 S. Pacific Coast Hwy #102
Redondo Beach
310.373.9575
reikiray.com
valerie at reikiray.com
This Universal Life Force Energy heals on the mental, physical, spiritual and emotional level. All are welcome & no healing experience necessary! $10 donation. RSVP required.
Tuesday - Saturday 11:00am to 6:00pm 6-9pm
Face to Face, Uniting Humanity
James Gray Gallery Bldg. D4
2525 Michigan Avenue
Santa Monica
310.452.4140
theportraitpainter.com
vgraham1 at mac.com
Internationally renowned portrait painter, Stephen Bennett is exhibiting large-scale portraits of the world’s indigenous people.
11.16-11.18 7-2pm
Wheels of Recovery
Healing Arts Center
73-765 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert
760.773.5870
deserthealingarts.com/new
Renee at deserthealingarts.com
Are you seeking a deeper connection with spirit and community? Combining the 12 step model with effective energy techniques, we will claim our mastery. Our goal: to be of greater service to our destiny in our changing world. First in a series of four weekends. Facilitated by Renee Baribeau. Cost $275.
11.17 12-4pm
Compassionate Thanksgiving Celebration
Animal Acres
5200 Escondido Canyon Road
Acton
661.269.5404
animalacres.org
Join other “Veg Pilgrims” and feathered friends as we encourage people to feed a turkey rather than eat a turkey.
11.17
Mobile: Shades of Green
10000 Culver Blvd., Culver City
livingreen.com
Environmentally inspired art, sculpture and furniture.
11.17 3pm
Stranger at the Gate
818.785.6300
Singer-guitarist Tony Townsend presents a musical interpretation of words from Maitreya, the World Teacher.
11.17 8pm
Snatam
Golden Bridge Yoga
6322 De Longpre Ave., LA
goldenbridgeyoga.com
A live musical celebration of the spirit of peace.
11.17 9am-12pm
Million Trees LA Tree Care
Studio City/North Hollywood
treepeople.org
Join Citizen Forester Jim Grace, neighbors, friends, birds, bees and Jen Scott-Lifland for Jen’s last TreePeople Tree Care event! We will support the young neighborhood trees that support us. We teach as we go, no previous experience needed. To register, please contact Jen Scott-Lifland at jlifland@treepeople.org or 818.623.4841.
11.17 9am-12pm
Million Trees LA Community Planting
West LA
818.623.4852
treepeople.org
rmalarich at treepeople.org
Please join Citizen Forester George Reis and his community as they continue to green their lovely neighborhood. We’ll plant about three dozen trees in West LA’s Castle Heights neighborhood. Great community event and first of many in the area! Contact Rachel Malarich to register.
11.17 11am-4pm
Crazy Cool Super Ridiculous Holiday Gift Bazaar
1512 16th Street, Santa Monica
holidaygiftbazaar.com
A truly local, grass roots Holiday Gift Bazaar supporting local businesses and artists. Vendors include green products retailer green-and-greener.com, local artists and potters with music from uplifting musicians Darius Lux and Don Castor.
11.17 9am-10pm
Great “Green Minds” meet for Conference and Party!
UCLA’s Ackerman Grand Ballroom
UCLA Campus
308 Westwood Plaza
310.709.6952
opportunitygreen.com
The Opportunity Green Conference 2007 brings together the best and brightest in GREEN AND PROFITABLE business. Spend the day at the conference and the night at the after party, connecting and socializing with executives, designers, engineers, MBA/PhD students and entrepreneurs committed to building profitable, socially conscious and sustainable enterprises.
11.17 7-10pm
Meleesa The Salon Holiday Shopping Bazaar & Anniversary Bash
221 Main St., Suite E
Huntington Beach
714.969.7199
meleesathesalon.com
info at meleesathesalon.com
Guests can enjoy refreshments while shopping for holiday gifts. Salon hair stylists will be creating carnivale-inspired hairstyles using feathers and hair accessories. There will be a face painter and the in-house makeup artists will be available for makeup application.
The Healing Boutique will offer complimentary mini psychic readings.
11.17-11.18 8am
Red & White Essence 1: Enlightened Relationship with Kali Ma
Topanga Mountain House
topangamountainhouse.com
310.455.7030
888.826.8729
tantrayogainternational.org
register at mahasiddhas.org
The Red & White Essence teachings focus on transforming relationship into a powerful practice. It is a teaching on how to remain in love. It is a way of
harnessing the intensities of relationship for liberation from dualism,
confusion and poisonous mind states.
11.18 9am-12pm
Million Trees LA Tree Care
West LA
Join TreePeople and Citizen Forester Marina Gonzalez as we mulch, water and stake 20 young magnolia, pink trumpet and Brisbane box trees in the Palms neighborhood. These trees were planted just a few months ago and are in need of TLC. To register, contact Lisa Sotelo at lsotelo@treepeople.org or 818.623.4879.
11.18 10am-12pm
Outreach Volunteer Training
Coldwater Canyon Park
818.623.4866
treepeople.org
outreach at treepeople.org
We’re seeking outgoing individuals to be at the center of LA events! We will train you to present TreePeople’s mission and programs to the public and let them know how to get involved. To Register, contact Lacey Von Deak.
Nightly pm
Spiritual Warriors
Fine Arts Theatre
8556 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles
323.422.0002
spiritualwarriors.com
zoe at msia.org
Based on NY Times bestselling author Dr. John-Roger’s book “Spiritual Warrior.”
11.19-11.25 7pm-12am
Spiritual Warriors
Fine Arts Theatre
8556 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills
323.422.0002
spiritualwarriors.com
This film presents themes of karma and past life healing, stating “religion divides, spirituality unites.”
Monday - Sunday 7pm
Spiritual Warriors
Fine Arts Theatre
8556 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills
323.422.0002
spiritualwarriors.com
zoe at msia.org
The next BIG Spiritual Movie is here …
SPIRITUAL WARRIORS
Presented by John-Roger,DSS
FREE!!! SCREENINGS EVERY NIGHT at 7pm and 10pm. Come find out what everyone’s talking about.
11.21-11.23
The Science of Natural & Energetic Medicine
St Maarten, Caribbean
001.949.6504 532
imuneseminar.com
info at imuneseminar.net
Expert speakers will present the energetic/electromagnetic basis behind biochemical and physiological processes across the spectrum of our being with supportive workshops.
Offered throughout the year. 6-7pm
Enlightened Mind Series #3: Mental Optimization
Via teleconference led by Steven S. Sadleir. Pacific time.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Create the most positive mental state. Download into your mind those thoughts that create prosperity, happiness and peace. Steven will make it easy, effortless and enjoyable. $35.
11.22 11am-3pm
Annual Community Thanksgiving Vegan Potluck Picnic
Rancho Park, West LA
Enter park from Motor just S of Pico.
310.289.5777
socalveg.org
Free, open to all, veg & non-veg. Bring vegan dish for 8-10 (something you’d like to eat), ingredients list, own place setting, blankets, relevant literature, musical instruments, frisbees, etc. Well-behaved dogs ok. We start eating at 12. Meet new people, enjoy Thanksgiving out in nature.
11.23 8pm-12am
Huge Day After Thanksgiving Singles Mixer & Dance
Airtel Plaza Hotel
7277 Valjean Ave., Van Nuys
818.759.1545
Meet other singles while doing good! All Ages. $17. Please bring a canned food donation.
11.23 11am-2pm
Fur-Free Friday Fur Protest
Beverly Glen Park, Beverly Hills
NE corner of Santa Monica and Rodeo
310.271.6096 x30
furfreefriday.com
campaigns at lcanimal.org
Anti-fur march through Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills to protest the killing of over 40 million animals a year.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday 2-3pm
Alternative Thanksgiving Weekend Retreat
888 San Ysidro Lane
Santa Barbara
310.398.5218
soundmusichealing.com
info at all-in-one-music.com
Breathe new life into your soul. Melt your stress away in the serenity of Santa Barbara. Enrich your spirit through nature, music, dance and song.
Monthy Free Guided Meditations 9-10:10am
Free Global Shaktipat MeditationTeleconference: Experience Shaktipat with Steven S. Sadleir
Live over the phone from your home, Pacific time.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
This time we are holding the meditation on a Saturday to make it available to more people overseas. Experience Shaktipat Meditation! Skype phone numbers available, email us. Dial 1.605.475.8590, pin 549 0316#.
11.25 3-5pm
Feng Shui Tea Time - Face Reading of Celebrities
1918 S. 6th Ave.
Arcadia
626.862.1788
liu-fengshui.com
julie at liu-fengshui.com
Enlightening information from father/daughter feng shui masters on how facial features and the body reveal personal energy. Casual atmosphere, refreshments.
11.27 5:15-6:15pm
Jo Dunning’s Free Monthly Teleconference Workshop
Teleconference 218.486.1300, bridge 613739
805.340.1700
jodunning.com
jodunningevents at gmail.com
This free workshop is an opportunity to make profound changes in your life as well as increase your spiritual growth and expand your consciousness.
11.28-12.04 7pm
Inner Engineering: Peak of Wellbeing
Santa Clara Convention Center
5001 Great America Parkway
408.736.1413
innerengineering.org
isha.selvi at gmail.com
Isha Yoga programs are a rare opportunity for self-discovery. They offer interactive discussions, meditations, and a balanced set of simple but powerful yoga practices. The Inner Engineering program includes Shambhavi Maha Mudra, an ancient kriya (an internal energy process) never before offered publicly.
http://www.ishafoundation.org/eflyers/SunnyvaleNov07.html
11.29 7-9pm
unShopping for the Holidays
Environmental Change-Makers, Helen Henderson West community hall of Holy Nativity Church, 6700 W. 83rd, Westchester
310.670.4777
envirochangemakers.org
legacyla at gmail.com
This holiday season, join us in a different, more meaningful approach to holiday gift-giving, both earth-wiser and socially conscious. Explore UnShopping, Voluntary Simplicity, Reduce/Reuse/Rebuy.
Thursday 7:30-9pm
A Tribute to Duke Ellington
Brand Library & Art Center
1601 W. Mountain St.
Glendale
818.548.2051
brandlibrary.org
Jazz historian and LA Jazz Scene journalist John Tumpak will discuss the hit songs and personal life of Ellington. With movie, TV clips and recordings of Ellington’s performances.
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8 and Sundays at 7
“Bob’s Holiday Office Party”
The Lounge Theatre
6201 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles
323.960.7714
bobsofficeparty.com
LA’s most “hilariously deranged” holiday tradition. Join insurance agent Bob Finhead and his whacked-out clients for their annual bash.
11.30-12.02
Fusion 2007: The 5th LA LGBT People of Color Film Festival
Egyptian Theater
outfest.org
Extraordinary films, music, spoken word, workshops and panels.
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