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114 things to do in May

Thursdays   7pm
Green Drinks
Locations vary by week
lagreendrinks.blogspot.com
Join other eco-minded individuals for green happy hour in Culver City, Hermosa Beach, Silver Lake and Studio City.


02.23-06.15  
Make Art/Stop AIDS
Fowler Museum at UCLA
308 Charles E. Young Drive North
fowler.ucla.edu
Artists around the world respond to HIV/AIDS, raising awareness and inspiring activism.


Tu & Th noon-9 pm; We 10 am-6 pm; Fr & Sa 10 am - 5 pm  
Pasadena Society of Artists 83rd Annual Exhibition
Brand Library Art Galleries
1601 W. Mountain St.
Glendale
818.548.2051
brandlibrary.org
info at brandlibrary.org
OPENING RECEPTION: Sunday, April 6, 1-4 pm. Juried by Walter Askin. Exhibition includes 60 works by thirty-six artists. Photography, ceramics, sculpture, watercolor, oil and acrylic paintings, drawings and prints.


04.01-05.06   12am-0:59pm
Create a BREATHE LA PSA and you might win $1K
Los Angeles County
323.935.8050 x233
Web site
jrobinsonshimizu at breathela.org
Deep belly breathing all around!!!

Southern California film students (undergrad and grad students, including students who graduated within the last 5 years) are invited to submit 30- and 60-second PSAs for BREATHE LA. Visit our website for full details.


Every Tuesday   7:30pm
Nithya Yoga
Vedic Temple
9720 Central Ave., Montclair
909.625.1400
lifebliss.org
Do yoga with enthusiasm, and vigor.


Wednesday - Sunday  
Art Show: Sirens, Maidens & Nymphs
Topanga Canyon Gallery
120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Ste 109
310.455.7909
alisagabrielle.com
sculptrss at yahoo.com
Sculptor/painter Alisa Gabrielle will be showing her newest series of sensual sculpture and paintings in a show titled “Sirens, Maidens & Nymphs”, April 8- May 4 at the Topanga Canyon Gallery. Opening reception will be April 12, from
4 to 8pm.


04.12-05.04   7-10pm
Natura: Mythology, Spirit, Memory with Pat Gomez, Karen Bonfigli, and Andrés Montoya
Avenue 50 Studio, Inc.
131, No. Avenue 50
Highland Park
323.258.1435
avenue50studio.com
ave50studio at sbcglobal.net
An artistic reflection of the natural world through mythology, spirit, and memory. In a time of growing global concern, we are often reminded that humanity affects this biosphere we call home. It serves us all to take time to contemplate the footprints we leave behind on planet Earth.


04.12-05.08   7-10pm
FOUND 2 :: Trash to Treasure Art Exhibit
4534 Eagle Rock Blvd., Eagle Rock (LA)
323.256.6117
eclecticcactus.com
semastroianni70 at yahoo.com
Our FOUND artists have transformed the ordinary into the beautiful. They’ve collected discarded resources--used, abandoned or recovered materials, and given them another life. Our delight in FOUND art is in the promise it communicates.


Saturdays   5-6pm
You Are What You Love w/Host Vaishali on KTLK 1150am - New LOHAS Radio Program
Heard weekly on KTLK 1150 am 5-6pm Saturdays and live-stream at ktlk.com/pages/streaming.html
purplev.com
press at purplev.com
Spiritual Wild Child Vaishali brings to life her sense of humor of self-awareness and fresh perspectives KTLK 1150AM 5-6pm Saturdays.


Saturdays and Sundays   12-5pm
Natural Consumption: New Paintings on Wood by Michael Gullberg
Southwest Museum of the American Indian, 234 Museum Dr., LA
323.667.2000
michaelgullberg.com
mjg at michaelgullberg.com
Gullberg collects wood destined for landfills or fireplaces and transforms them into art.


Monday-Friday   10am-6pm
100% Other: Artists & Psycho Demographic Transitions
18th Street Art Center
1639 18th Street
Santa Monica
18thstreet.org
Exhibition that tracks connections/separations between our changing cultural landscape and lagging civic outcomes. Forms second part of “Future of Nations,” 18th Street’s yearlong examination of issues related to 2008 presidential campaign. Curated by Tyler Stallings. Works by Matthew Bryant, Cheryl Gilge, Perry Vasquez, Reggie Woolery, Yasuko, and Kyungmi Shin.


Tuesdays   7:30-9:30pm
Channeling and Personal Protection
Valencia
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
This six week course will introduce the student to basic trance mediumship and working with Guidance, as well as protecting themselves from unwanted influence. $180/ $160 if paid in full by 3.31.


04.19-05.08   7-10pm
FOUND 2 :: Trash to Treasure Art Exhibit :: Artist Reception
4534 Eagle Rock Blvd., Eagle Rock (LA)
323.256.6117
eclecticcactus.com
semastroianni70 at yahoo.com
Our FOUND artists have transformed the ordinary into the beautiful. They’ve collected discarded resources--used, abandoned or recovered materials, and given them another life. Our delight in FOUND art is in the promise it communicates.


Sat & Sun 12:30 and 3:00pm  
Cinderella
Santa Monica Playhouse
1211 4th St.
Santa Monica
310.394.9779 x2
SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com
theatre at SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com
“An enchanting Cinderella!” (L.A. Times), the perfect musical comedy outing for audiences 2 to 102. Weekends. Birthday parties, too.


Thursday-Saturdays; Sundays   8pm
Rogue Machine Theatre Presents: Complete Female Stage Beauty
Theatre Theater
5041 Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles
323.960.7726
roguemachinetheatre.com
info at roguemachinetheatre.com
Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 3pm. Tickets are $25.


05.01   7pm
Beltane Celebration and Potluck Feast
Pasadena
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
Please bring your ritual objects/talismans for renewal, your children/projects for blessing, and a dish to share! $20 donation.


05.01   7-11pm
Introductory Workshop, Sex, Passion, and Enlightenment
Crowne Plaza LAX, 5985 West Century Blvd., LA
800.815.1545
sexpassionandenlightenment.com
info at warriorsage.com
>>> Experience Intimacy...Now and Forever <<<

Want to know more? There’s a 4 hour seminar you should check out…

“Sex, Passion & Enlightenment”

Find out more here:
warriorsage.com


Thursdays   2pm
Labyrinth Walk
Glendale Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
People walk the labyrinth for insight, for growth, and even to manifest world peace.


05.03   11am-1pm
Have You Had A Spiritual Experience Workshop
Hemet Public Library, 300 East Latham Ave., Hemet
800.485.8129
haveaspiritualexperience.org
eckankar_LA at yahoo.com
Come share your spiritual experiences and learn new spiritual techniques to have more.


05.03   8:45am-3pm
Community Greening Workshop
Sun Valley
818.623.4878
treepeople.org
trainings at treepeople.org
FREE Workshop provides five separate trainings: (1) Citizen Forester; (2) Planting Supervisor; (3) Tree Care Supervisor; (4) Tree care Coordinator; (5) Pláticas (for Spanish speakers). Come learn the tools to green your local community! Register today with name, phone, home mailing address and email. Directions sent upon registration.


05.03   9am-12pm
Mountain Restoration
Malibu
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Join TreePeople and Santa Monica Mountains Restoration Trust as we restore and remove invasive species in the Santa Monica Mountains!


05.03   9am-2pm
Mother’s Day Baby Inventory SALE
2174 Hyde Park Blvd., LA
shopluxebaby.com
info at shopluxebaby.com
Luxe Baby, the leader in American made luxurious baby and adult clothing and
accessories, features for the first time inventory sale at incredibly low prices starting at just $5. Just in time for Mother’s day.


05.03-05.04   9am-5pm
Conscious Conception & Pregnancy Workshop
Topanga
310.455.0713
consciousconceptionandpregnancy.com
sahajad at earthlink.net
Learn yoga for conception and pregancy, nutritional information, meditation, how to create a non-toxic environment, simple spiritual practices.


Free one time preview call   8-9am
Preview Call for our Mexico Retreat with Steven S. Sadleir
Via telephone, pacific time. Dial 1-605-475-8590, pin 549 0316#
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Whether you are going or thinking about going you are welcome to join in and listen to what we have planned for Cancun in June. Dial 1-605-475-8590, pin 549 0316#.


Tuesdays-Saturdays  
James Gilbert/ (Don’t) Want to be Anonymous
166 N. La Brea Ave.,
LA (Between Beverly Blvd., and First St.)
323.933.5557
couturiergallery.com
info at couturiergallery.com
Couturier Gallery is delighted to present Los Angeles artist James Gilbert in his first solo exhibition opening May 3rd. The exhibition will include abstract paintings addressing the relationships between the loss of anonymity, the desire to privatize identity, loneliness and the environment.


05.04   5:30-7pm
The Silver Key: A Search for the Way Out
1211 4th St.
Santa Monica
310.394.9779 x1
SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com
theatre at SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com
An upside-down, bizarre and magical modern musical myth, acclaimed on three continents. Will the witches and fairy godmothers let you out?


05.04   9am-12pm
Million Trees LA Campus Planting
San Pedro
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Are you up for a fun challenge? Join Citizen Forster Krissy Kavanaugh and her Green Team as they begin their second campus tree planting. We’ll be planting 20 Italian stone pines on a very steep slope at a high school campus. Join us!


05.04   9am-12pm
Million Trees LA Park Tree Care
Marina Del Rey
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Join TreePeople, the Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks and community members as we care for 35 young trees.


05.04   12:30-4pm
Mountain Restoration
Malibu
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Join TreePeople and the Santa Monica
Mountains Restoration Trust for a lovely
afternoon in the mountains. We will be
planting native grasses and caring for
previously planted areas by watering
and removing invasive species.


05.04   4-6:30pm
Taurus: Attraction & Attachment
Yoga Grounds
3857 Foothill Blvd.
La Crescenta
310.592.0435
depthastrology.net
depthastrology at gmail.com
Explore how Taurus works in your life (even if you’re not one!) using yoga, meditation, mythology, self-reflection. RSVP by 5/3.


05.04-05.05   6:30-10pm
Singles Rock n’ Roll Dance/Mixer for ages 40-60 w/LIVE BAND!
Club Sixty 25, 6025 Reseda Blvd., Tarzana
818.342.4800
nowaitingdating.com
registration at nowaitingdating.com
This exciting Rock n’ Roll dance will be at a new club with the live band “Pete Peterkin & Retro Aktiv” (check out Pete Peterkin on YouTube.com), snacks, prizes, photos, free parking or valet. $20 advance/$22 door. Upscale dress.


05.05   8pm
New Moon Gathering
Los Angeles
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
Every month, we gather to set our intention for the upcoming cycle. Potluck. Bring firewood. By donation.


Mondays   6-7pm
Bilingual Yoga Classes (Spanish-English)
The Healing Center located at:
Immanuel Presbyterian Church
3300 Wilshire Blvd. (Berendo), LA
213.389.3191 x106
immanuelpres.org
myra at immanuelpres.org
Bilingual yoga classes for all levels (suitable for pregnant women and beginners). Offered free; donations welcome.


05.07   7-9pm
Creative Green: An Introduction to Sustainable Living in LA
All Shades of Green
3038 Rowena Avenue
Los Angeles
(Silver Lake)
323.935.1214
allshadesofgreen.net
creativegreen at hotmail.com
Topics include: radical recycling, organic agriculture, holy water and how to treat it, the nontoxic home; and energy efficiency.


Wednesdays   6-7pm
Bilingual Chi Kung Classes (Spanish-English)
The Healing Center located at
Immanuel Presbyterian Church
3300 Wilshire Blvd. (Berendo), LA
213.389.3191 x106
immanuelpres.orgj
myra at immanuelpres.org
Bilingual Chi Kung classes suitable for all levels. Offered FREE; donations welcome.


Wednesdays   7:30-9:30pm
Ceremonial Design
Los Angeles area
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
Learn the basics of designing effective rituals, research, atmosphere, and energy raising. $135 ($125 if paid by 04.23).


Wednesdays   7:30-8:45pm
Beginner Hand Drumming Class
Remo Recreational Music Center
7308 Coldwater Canyon, NoHo
323.356.6435
universaldrumming.com
classes at universaldrumming.com
Learn the fundamentals of World hand drumming in a fun group environment. No experience necessary, drums provided.


Every Wednesday in May  
May is Women’s Wellness Month at Tao of Venus Wellness Center
Tao of Venus Wellness Center
10642 Santa Monica Blvd. #210
Los Angeles

go to www.TaoOfVenus.com for event details and our sponsors
310.775.3388
taoofvenus.com
info at taoofvenus.com
• Free wellness consultations
• Free gift bags with your favorite items
• Sample mini wellness treatments
• Enter raffle for treatments & gifts


free monthly calls   6-7:30pm
Free Lecture Series: Buddhism with Steven S. Sadleir
Via telephone, Pacific
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Steven will continue on his Looking for God free lecture series with a free talk on Buddhism. Dial: 1-605-475-8590, pin 549 0316#.


05.09  
BREATHE LA DAY
Los Angeles City Hall
323.935.8050
breathela.org
info at breathela.org
BREATHE LA DAY is celebrated each May 9th to commemorate BREATHE LA commitment to clean air in Los Angeles County.


05.09-05.11   am
Guilt Free Goddess Retreat
Orange County, CA
Special Prices for bringing a friend!
Call us for details!
949.642.7172
guiltfreegoddess.com
gracefulgoddess at gmail.com
Spiritual retreat for women wanting to learn how to balance their lives...guilt free! Create the life you always dreamed of. Learn the powerful manifestation abilities of the divine feminine/goddess energy within you through a variety of instructors dedicated to teaching women to live joyful, authentic, full lives.


05.10   10am-6:30pm
WorldFest 2008
Woodley Park
Woodley Ave., Encino
310.477.7887
worldfestevents.com
info at worldfestevents.com
WorldFest 2008 is the 7th Annual WorldFest, a solar-powered celebration of food, music, the environment, and animals. $5; kids under 12 free!. Pets welcome. Over 25 bands on two stages, ethnic and vegetarian Foods, 100s of great exhibitors, kid’s activities, beer and wine garden.


05.10   11am-4pm
Topanga Children’s Festival
Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd.
topangachildrensfestival.com
Music, dance & theater on 3 stages. Kid’s crafts, storytelling, food & drink, facepainting, local vendors and unique performers. Tickets $5 kids, $8 adults.


05.10   9am-12:30pm
Mother’s Day Park Planting
Encino
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Come honor your mom (and Mother Earth) at this special weekend planting of cherry blossom trees in this Encino park!


05.10   9am-12pm
Mother’s Day Mountain Planting
Chatsworth
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Join TreePeople and the LA
Department of Recreation and Parks
to celebrate Mother’s Day (and Mother
Earth) by planting native oak trees in
the undeveloped section of a city park.


05.10   3-5pm
Free Lecture: Medical Intuition and Energy Medicine
Bodhi Tree Book Store - Annex Building
8585 Melrose Ave.
WeHo
310.659.4428
drliliana.com
info at drliliana.com
Explore the merger of science and spirituality with Dr. Liliana. Ancient healing methods once labeled “myth” are now being researched as cutting-edge breakthroughs by Western scientific methods. Transformation and our evolution from homo sapiens to “Homo Luminous.”


05.10   10am-4pm
A Day of Mindfulness w/ Ms. Diana Winston & Marv Belzer, PhD
UCLA Campus - Sunset Recreation Center
111 DeNeve Drive
310.206.7503
marc.ucla.edu
marcinfo at ucla.edu
Mindful Awareness Practice for an open heart and for a clear mind. Lovingkindness meditations. An excellent mindfulness introduction or refresher!


05.10   9:30am-3pm
South Bay Energy Fair
Pacific Unitarian Church, 5621 Montemalaga Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes,
310.545.1384
southbayenergyfair.com
lklight at verizon.net
For nuts-and-bolts information about how to save energy and money—plus RAV4 EV ride-alongs—check out the
South Bay Energy Fair. Admission: suggested $5 donation (no one turned away). Exhibits, speakers and electric vehicle ride-alongs throughout the day, at owners’ availability.


05.10   2pm
LA Opera Talk: La Rondine
Brand Library
1601 W Mountain St.
Glendale
818.548.2051
brandlibrary.org
info at brandlibrary.org
The Brand Library will be hosting a talk on “La Rondine” by Puccini presented by Carolyn Wragge of the LA Opera.


May 7- June 1 Wed-Sun 11am-6pm   4-8pm
Silent Witness Finds A Voice
Topanga Canyon Gallery
120 Pine Tree Circle
310.455.7744
topangacanyongallery.com
robyn at bungalowart.com
What do animals, Auschwitz, women and the homeless have in common? Silent Witness finds a voice for those that can not. A visual exploration by three Topanga gallery artists. Opens May 7th; Artist reception Sat. May 10th.


Friday, Saturday 8pm Sunday 7pm   8pm-10:30
Tooth and Nail by Gena Acosta
The Lillian Theater
1076 N. Lillian Way
Hollywood
323.960.4410
plays411.com/tooth
Elephant playwright Gena Acosta joins the fun with her fresh from the pen comedy, Tooth and Nail. This uproariously dysfunctional family threatens to become the Elephant Theatre Company’s next break-out hit.


05.11   9am-12pm
Mountain Restoration
Malibu
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Join TreePeople and the Santa Monica
Mountains Restoration Trust as we
support the survival of our beloved
native plants. We’ll focus on invasive
species removal at this peaceful
mountain area.


Monthly   11am-12
Kombucha Kamp
Culver City
kombuchakamp.blogspot.com
kombuchakamp at gmail.com
Learn all about Kombucha! Easy to make and great for the body, this workshop demystifies the process. Includes starter kit.


05.12   7:15-10pm
DePena Leonardo Comedy & Music
The Unurban Coffeehouse, 3301 Pico Blvd. in Santa Monica, (near Sawtelle, across from Trader Joes)
kathyleonardo.com
kathy at kathyleonardo.com
Venice filmmaker Steve DePena will screen his hilarious comedy shorts at 7:30pm. Singer/songwriter Kathy Leonardo opens the show.


05.12   7:15pm
Music & Comedy with Kathy Leonardo
The Unurban Coffeehouse, 3301 Pico Blvd. in Santa Monica, (near Sawtelle, across from Trader Joes)
kathyleonardo.com
kathy at kathyleonardo.com
Singer/songwriter/comedienne Kathy Leonardo sings her own original sassy blues plus hilarious comedy films by filmmaker Steve DePena.


May 12 - May 17  
Bike Week Pasadena
In the heart of Old Pasadena
323.478.0060
bikenow.org
info at bikenow.org
Bike Week Pasadena encompasses a week of festivities that celebrate bicycling as part of a healthy lifestyle. Free admission.


05.13   7:30pm
Brand Music Series: Major and Minor Miracles
Brand Library
1601 W. Mountain St.
Glendale
818.548.2051
brandlibrary.org
info at brandlibrary.org
The pieces on the program will include works from Taneyev and Saint-Saens.


05.13   7:30-10pm
Opportunity Green Eco-Beauty event
lululemon athletica
334 N. Beverly Dr,
Beverly Hills
310.709.6952
beauty.eventbrite.com/
karen at opportunitygreen.com
An eco-evening of networking, pampering and discovery. Join us for an illuminating evening as we unveil the secrets within the beauty industry. Treat yourself to complementary mini-facials from Jurlique, eyebrow shaping from Jenny Wax, mini-manicures, organic hors d’oeuvres, fine wines, gift bags and more.


05.14-05.28  
The Light School
Angel Valley in Sedona, AZ
949.715.7902
thelightschool.com
expand at thelightschool.com
Concentrated activation course designed to provide essential tools for Light Body Mastery. Sacred ceremonies, engaging workshops, personalized instruction and nature frequencies provide the backdrop for complete transfiguration of the psyche, spirit and anatomy.


05.15   9am-12pm
Mountain Restoration
Malibu
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Join us on Father’s Day as we continue
to help restore this beautiful local state
park with the Santa Monica Mountains
Restoration Trust. We’ll focus on tree
care for sites previously planted and
also help with invasive species removal.


05.15   7:30pm
SACRED SINGER CHLOE GOODCHILD IN CONCERT
Unitarian Universalist Church of Santa Monica
1260 18th St., Santa Monica
323.660.4580
thenakedvoice.com
now at thenakedvoice.com
Internationally-renowned sacred singer, CHLOE GOODCHILD, of Bristol, England, presents a meditative evening of interactive song inspired by ancient mantras, sound prayers, and ecstatic love poetry alongside excerpts from her albums, DEVI & FIERCE WISDOM.


05.15   7:30pm
SACRED SINGER, CHLOE GOODCHILD IN CONCERT
Unitarian Universalist Church of Santa Monica
1260 18th St, Santa Monica
323.660.4580
thenakedvoice.com
now at thenakedvoice.com
Internationally renowned sacred singer, Chloe Goodchild of Bristol England presents a meditative evening of interactive song inspired by ancient mantras, sound prayers, ecstatic love poetry and excerpts from her musical albums, DEVI and FIERCE WISDOM.


free monthly calls   6-7pm
Free Home Study Course Preview Call with Steven S. Sadleir
via teleconference, Pacific time
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Come learn more about the Masters of Manifesting and what the Vortex is all about. Dial: 1-605-475-8590, pin 549 0316#.


5/15 through 8/27  
Earn a Master’s Degree in Tai Chi!
University of East-West Medicine
970 W. El Camino Real
Sunnyvale
408.733.1878
uewm.edu
info at uewm.edu
Be among the first ever to earn a Master’s Degree in Tai Chi for health management and recreational administration.


Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8 pm, Sunday 7 pm   8pm
Tooth and Nail by Gena Acosta
The Lillian Theater
1076 N. Lillian Way
Hollywood
plays411.com/tooth
Tooth and Nail shines a bright light on the dysfunctional Laney family -- their loves, foibles and caustic triumphs.


05.16   7:30pm
Living Spiritually: Life as Prayer
Echo Park
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
Part of Mystical Teachings of the Inner Circle: Series I. $25.


05.16-05.18  
Out of Your Mind Immersion Workshop
TBD, San Diego
888.572.8687
getselfcentered.com
info at getselfcentered.com
Create the next chapter of your life story! Learn the selfcentered tools for authentic connection, self-expression, creativity, and extreme peace. $395.


Q&A after prime time screening  
Special Q&A with filmmakers of “BLOODLINE”
Leammle Sunset 5
8000 Sunset Blvd
WeHo
bloodlinethemovie.com
BLOODLINE documentary investigates the popular belief that Jesus married Mary Magdalene, who fled to southern France with their child.


Fridays and Saturdays   8pm
The Legendary Times of Bulgakov by Artel
Art/Works Theater
6569 Santa Monica Blvd.
arteltheatre.org
Original production which captures the soul of Russian satirist Mikhail Bulgakov and the essence of his time (Russia, 1917 - 1940).


05.17   4-6pm
MUSE Speaker Series presents Marcus Eriksen, Ph D.
Malibu, CA
*Location provided upon RSVP
310.317.0797
museelementary.org
fsandoval at museelementary.org
Marcus Eriksen, PhD, environmentalist, author, educator and JUNK raft maker, discusses how his experience in the Gulf War led to him riding down the Mississippi on junk... literally.


05.17   10am-12pm
How To Raise Healthy Kids in a Toxic World
All Shades of Green
3038 Rowena Avenue
Los Angeles
(Silver Lake)
323.935.1214
allshadesofgreen.net
creativegreen at hotmail.com
A special workshop for moms and moms-to-be. $25.


05.17   3-5pm
The Sustainable Kitchen: Personal and Planetary Health in the Kitchen
Liberation Yoga
124 S. La Brea (between 1st and 2nd, south of Beverly)
626.644.3695
liberationyoga.com
creativegreen at hotmail.com
Deborah Tull will teach you to make shopping and cooking eco-friendly from her experience as an organic farmer and monk.


05.17   7:30-11pm
UFOs, Magic and Mysticism in Hollywood with George Noory, Jordan Maxwell, Whitley Strieber
The Beverly Garland Grand Ballroom
4222 Vineland Ave., Universal City
800.984.0897
sacredmysterieslive.com
cabvoltaire at earthlink.net
National radio host George Noory (Coast To Coast AM) moderates an evening with Jordan Maxwell (Zeitgeist Movie), Whitley Strieber, Dr. Roger Leir AND Jay Weidner on alternative subjects of UFOs and the mystical. Decipher with the panel the various occult messages concealed in popular Hollywood films.


05.17   9am-12pm
Million Trees LA Community Planting
San Pedro
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Citizen Foresters Cyndee and Phil
Hilliard have been working hard to
organize this neighborhood planting.
Come help plant 20 trees and transform
an empty parkway into a great, green
canopy!


05.17   9am-12pm
Million Trees LA Neighborhood Planting
West LA
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Join TreePeople and Citizen Forester
George Reis for the latest greening
project in West LA’s Castle Heights
neighborhood. George will lead his
community to plant 20 new trees. It
promises to be a fun-filled day!


05.17   1-3:30pm
Journaling from the Subconscious Mind
Granada Hills Center for Spiritual Living
17622 Chatsworth Street
Granada Hills
818.363.8136
bharrison at dslextreme.com
Prepare to make a giant leap in self-awareness! Learn techniques for tapping into your subconscious mind to discover what you really want in life. Barbara Harrison, instructor. $35 if pre-registered/$40 at the door.

Bring a lined notebook that lays flat, and pens or pencils.

Call for reservations: (818) 363-8136 or (818) 249-7558


05.17   2-3:30pm
A Tribute To Harry James
Brand Library Recital Hall
1601 W. Mountain St.
Glendale
818.548.2051
brandlibrary.org
info at brandlibrary.org
Jazz historian and LA jazz scene journalist John R. Tumpak will present a lecture titled a ”A Tribute to Harry James.”


05.17-05.18   10am-6pm
Whole Children, Whole Planet Expo 2008
Highland Hall Waldorf School
17100 Superior St.
Northridge
818.781.8989
wcwpexpo.com
wcwpexpo at yahoo.com
The premier natural parenting and family expo. Three Stages • Entertainment • Education • Celebrities • Prizes • Food Court • Samples • 200 Exhibitors • Hands-On-Enrichment Village • Eco-Station’s Walk-Through Rainforest and more. Fun for all ages!


05.17-05.18   10am-6pm
Whole Children, Whole Planet Expo 2008
Highland Hall Waldorf School
17100 Superior St.
Northridge
818.781.8989
wcwpexpo.com
wcwpexpo_info at yahoo.com
The Whole Children, Whole Planet Expo is the premier natural parenting and family expo to educate adults and children about the benefits of sustainable living practices, holistic medicine, nontoxic products, organic foods, enrichment learning; and important environmental issues for protecting our children and the planet.

Fun for all ages


05.18   10am-12pm
Beauty, Wellness and Prosperity Networking Breakfast
The Lucy Florence Cultural Center
3351 W. 43rd St., Leimert Park Village
LA
323.293.1356 3237597985
lucyflorence.com
yourcoffeelady at earthlink.net
Celebrity makeup artist and esthetician Aliesh Pierce will share her mission to “help women create their own unique definition of beauty.” Grab your business cards, rehearse your 30-second introduction and join us for a power-packed session of networking and empowering information. $10(includes breakfast).


05.18   3pm
DOCTORS SYMPHONY AT TEMPLE JUDEA OF TARZANA
5429 Lindley Ave.
Tarzana, CA
818.758.3800
ladso.org
info at ladso.org
Classical music concert, Rossini and Dvorak, conducted by Ivan Shulman. Soloist, David Weiss, principal oboeist with Philharmonic for 25 years.


05.18   9am-1pm
Million Trees LA Park Planting
Temescal Canyon
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Come to the beach with TreePeople!
Join Eagle Scout David Bloch and the
Pathway at UCLA Extension students
for the Rock ‘n’ Recycle, Plant & Party
event. We’ll be planting trees, doing tree care and cleaning up the beach at this fun, informative day.


05.20   8:30am-12pm
Eco-Advantage Salon Tour in Los Angeles with Andrew Winston
Los Angeles Convention Center
1201 South Figueroa Street
650.344.9693
Web site
salontour at sustainablelifemedia.com
The 1/2 day salon includes breakfast, Andrew Winston’s keynote and Q&A, panel with local business leaders from Warner Bros. Inc, Sun Microsystems and Blue Pacific Flavors, workshop with Andrew Winston, networking, and complimentary one-day pass to all Green West Expo events. Visit our website to learn more!


05.20   1-2pm
Dr. Nita Vallens Inner Visions Radio Talk Show Interviews Steven S. Sadleir
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 1:00 pm, pacific 90.7 FM
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Dr. Nita will be interviewing Steven Sadleir and Dr. Michael Beckwith (The Secret and Agape Church) on KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 Santa Barbara and on Pacifica Radio (syndicated).


05.20-05.22   10am-4pm
Green West Expo & Conference
LA Convention Center
1201 S. Figueroa St.
greenwestexpo.com
info at greenwestexpo.com
Green West brings the entire spectrum of green products and services together under one roof for synergistic purchasing across the full spectrum of suppliers.


three Tuesdays   7:30-9:30pm
Three Slide Presentations on Icons of Tibetan Enlightenment
Santa Monica Zen Center, 1001A Colorado Ave (Northeast corner of 10th & Colorado)
Santa Monica
323.255.5472
Web site
la at shambhala.org
LA Shambhala Center will present a three slide presentations.International Director of Shambhala Art Steven Saitzyk will help translate the imagery of Tantric Buddhism; it is a rare opportunity to view and discuss their meaning and symbolism. The cost for each class is $10 and $24 for all three.


05.21   7-8pm
Dramatic World Changes Imminent
Granada Hills Center for Spiritul Living
17622 Chatsworth St.
Granada Hills
Lecture: Dr. George Catlin, author of The Way to Happiness and The Long Journey Home says the world is on the threshold of a genuine transformation of its most basic structures.Join us to hear more. Donation.


05.22   1-2pm
Enlightenment Radio: Interview with Dr. Nita Vallens
via teleconference, pacific time
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Steven S. Sadleir will be interviewing Dr. Nita Vallens from KPFK 90.7 FM live via teleconference on 1-605-475-8590, pin 549 0316#. Then uploaded to Enlightenment Radio at several different times. Dr. Nita will be speaking on the 7 Keys to Happiness.


free monthly calls   6-7:30pm
Free Lecture Series: Taoism & Confucianism with Steven S. Sadleir
via teleconference, pacific time.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Continue on his Looking for God free lecture series with a free talk on Taoism and Confucianism. Dial: 1-605-475-8590, pin 549 0316#.


05.24   7:30-9:30pm
For a World in Crisis
Bodhi Tree Bookstore
8585 Melrose Avenue
WeHo
818.785.6300
share-international.org
Concerned about the future? Have hope! Maitreya, the World Teacher, is here to help. Find out more. Free talk.


05.24   10am-5pm
Lama Surya Das Presents a One-Day Retreat
Unity of Tustin
14402 Prospect Ave.
Tustin
888.266.2305
Web site
retreat at dzogchen.org
The Heart Essence of Buddhist Meditation: Dzogchen teachings on natural awareness and authentic presence. Some scholarships available. Students who present appropriate ID at door may attend for free.


05.25   4-7pm
Liberating your Creative Sexual Essence Workshop
Calabasas
888.877.4748
birthofanewcreation.com
mornstar8 at aol.com
Unlock the power of the Kundalini force, freeing this energy for creative, sexual and self expression. Psychospiritual processing workshop.


05.25   2-5pm
Shift Subconscious Beliefs! Introduction to PSYCH-K®: The Secret UNDERNEATH “The Secret”®
Agape International Spiritual Center, 5700 Buckingham Parkway, Culver City
310.927.2400
dgurneyproductions.com
darrell at careerguy.com
Life reflects your beliefs. These beliefs, usually subconscious, are the cumulative effect of life-long “programming.” Because of negative programming, we sometimes think and behave in self-defeating ways. PSYCH-K® provides user-friendly ways to rewrite the “software” of your mind by changing sabotaging beliefs into those that support you... quickly and easily.


free monthly calls   6-7pm
Free Global Shaktipat Meditation with Steven S. Sadleir
pacific time, teleconferenced.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Have you ever gotten high as a kite by meditating through a telephone call? Come join us, it’s free. Dial: 1-605-475-8590, pin 549 0316#. Please invite a friend and come on a cosmic journey.


05.28   7-8:45pm
Lecture by Integrative Medicine Expert David Allen, MD
Santa Monica Public Library, Main Auditorium, 601 Santa Monica Blvd., Santa Monica
310.966.9194
drallmd.org
renee at drallmd.org
In his ongoing lecture series, Dr. David Allen will discuss topics from the forefront of integrative and anti-aging medicine.


05.28   9pm-2am
Meleesa The Salon Presents A Benefit For Invisible Children
Black Bull Chop House
300 Pacific Coast Highway #112
Huntington Beach
714.969.7133
meleesathesalon.com
info at meleesathesalon.com
Entrance is free, 21 and over. Special performance by Samba Passion, fashion show by Soleil Swimwear, live DJ all night. Bull riding contest ($25 per ride) and raffle tickets ($5 each) for great prizes from Cloud Surfboards, Jim Kennedy Photographers and Vitamin Water. Proceeds benefit Invisible Children, Inc. invisiblechildren.com.


05.29   7:30-9pm
Miraculous Health: Discussion and Booksigning with Dr. Rick Levy
Bodhi Tree Bookstore
8585 Melrose Avenue
WeHo
310.659.1733
bodhitree.com
According to Dr. Levy, disease in the body begins with dis-ease in the mind--the “story behind the story.” In “Miraculous Health”, Dr. Rick Levy shows readers how to access and use the power of their own minds to heal themselves.


05.29   6:30-8pm
Can I See Your Tongue?Demystifying the Principles of Chinese Medical Diagnosis
Emperor’s College of Traditional Oriental Medicine
1807B Wilshire Blvd
Santa Monica
310.829.8399
emperors.edu
admissions at emperors.edu
Presented by Emperor’s College of Traditional Oriental Medicine, this is a free lecture to educate members of the community about Oriental Medicine. We will discuss the techniques used to diagnose patients and the important information derived from those methods. No previous knowledge required. RSVP: 310.453.8300 ext 127


05.29   6-9pm
Activations of Awakening© Three Activations In One - Teleconference Workshop
Teleconference Workshop
805.340.1700
jodunning.com
jodunningevents at gmail.com
The workshop includes The Pineal Gland Activation©, Endocrine System Activation© and DNA Structuring ©. The combination provides the opportunity for the simultaneous transformation and Awakening of all aspects of your Being.

Each Activation supports, enhances and balances the energies offered in the other two Activations.


05.29   6-8:30pm
Women’s Empowerment Express Networking
LIMA Peruvian Cuisine & Lounge
19540 Venture Blvd.
Tarzana
818.754.4297
laexpressnetworking.com
laexpressnetworking at live.com
Meet other business women one-on-one in five minute increments, resulting in fast-paced and exciting networking experience. You will have a chance to speak with up to 20 participants. An innovative solution to networking. There will be door prizes and appetizers.


05.30   10am-6pm
Guided Self Healing: Heal the Root Causes Holding You Back
2106 El Roble Lane
Beverly Hills
781.274.6633
guidedselfhealing.org
info at guidedselfhealing.org
Heal yourself and heal others with Dr. Andrew Hahn’s insightful healing methods. Release your fears and blocks to live the life you want. A form of holistic therapy that has been successfully used in the treatment of physical disease, emotional difficulties and relationship problems.


05.31   11am-3pm
Celtic Shamanism: Meet the Fae
Enchanted Deva’s
5050 Vineland
NoHo
818.980.3382
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
Guest storyteller. History, mythical cycles, beings. $75 ($66 if paid by 5/17).


05.31   1-5pm
Healing Art Therapy Workshop
Encino
818.489.6317
hypnosis.edu/hypnotherapists/marcy-lifavi
marcy.lifavi at hypnosis.edu
Utilizing guided imagery, create clay piece which becomes metaphor for transformation. No artistic talent required; supportive environment. $29 + $10 materials, due May 14th registration deadline.


05.31   1-5pm
Healing Art Therapy Workshop
Encino
818.489.6317
hypnosis.edu/hypnotherapists/marcy-lifavi
marcy.lifavi at hypnosis.edu
Utilizing guided imagery, create clay art piece; becomes transformational metaphor. No artistic talent required; $29 + $10 materials, due May 14th registration deadline.


05.31   10:45am-12:15pm
The Sustainable Kitchen: Personal and Planetary Health in the Kitchen
Zen Center of Los Angeles
923 South Normandie Ave.
LA
323.935.1214
zencenter.org
creativegreen at hotmail.com
Sustainability coach Deborah Tull will teach you how to make your shopping, cooking, and eating practices more eco-friendly.


05.31   9am-12pm
Million Trees LA Park Tree Care
Granada Hills
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Join TreePeople and Eagle Scout
Spencer Bakst for an important tree
care event. This natural garden setting
has several new trees that were planted
in February. They need some tree-TLC.
Please join us!


05.31   9am-12pm
Campus Planting
Long Beach
818.623.4879
treepeople.org
volunteer at treepeople.org
Newcomb Academy’s Green Team is
ready for phase two of tree planting!
They’re adding to last year’s greening
project and are planting 22 new trees on the street in front of their school. This will be a great community planting!


05.31   8:45am-12pm
Fruit Tree Care Workshop
Carson
818.623.4878
treepeople.org
trainings at treepeople.org
Got fruit trees? This workshop includes planning your home orchard, fertilizing, watering and pest management. FREE, but registration required by contacting Linda Eremita. Include your name, phone, home mailing address and email.


05.31   11am-3pm
Celtic Shamanism: Meet the Fae (Location Change)
Los Angeles
213.792.9041
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
Guest storyteller. History, mythical cycles, beings. $75.


05.31   3-5pm
Grand Master Liu’s Best Meditation Techniques
1918 S. Sixth Ave.
Arcadia
626.862.1788
liu-fengshui.com
info at liu-fengshui.com
Join father/daughter feng shui masters for a tea time demonstrating effective meditation techniques for achieving tranquility, self-healing, transformation. Refreshments.


05.31   2pm
Woody Herman: History of Herds
1601 W. Mountain
Glendale
818.548.2050
brandlibrary.org
info at brandlibrary.org
Jazz archivist, historian and author Steven D. Harris will present a lecture covering the 50+ year career of the beloved bandleader, clarinetist, singer and alto sax star. You’ll hear some of the hits he made famous as well as some truly “unherd” treasures.


05.31-06.01   9am-5pm
You Are Your Issues – Let’s Heal Them
Marriott Burbank Airport
Academy Ballroom
2500 Hollywood Way
Burbank
212.868.4444 4
lindadrakebooks.com
lindadrake at austin.rr.com
Two day workshop taught by Linda Drake and Abraham with special guest Linda Salvin, Radio Psychic on KLSX 97.1. Through the Group Consciousness of Abraham, Linda gives you the knowledge and guidance to create the life you desire.


05.31-06.01   9am-5pm
Akashic Field Therapy Training - Level One
South Bay Quantum Center
Plaza Riviera
1611 S Catalina Ave Suite 210
Redondo Beach
800.604.9967
cjmartes.com
cj at cjmartes.com
Learn this new transpersonal psychology method and specifically identify unresolved trauma, fears and negative beliefs for yourself or clients! Takes a deep look into your soul’s Akashic records where old patterns, blocks, traumatic memories and energies are stored. $395.


05.31-06.01   9am-5:30pm
The Enneagram: Understand Yourself and Others for Greater Freedom and Compassion
28128 Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, Recreation Center
781.274.6633
guidedselfhealing.org
info at guidedselfhealing.org
Experience the Enneagram in a deep energy way that will enhance your life.
Lessen reactivity and gain appreciation of others’ points of view. Relate to others in a more satisfying, effective and intimate way. Combines teaching and experiental practices to promote healing and growth of relational dynamics.


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