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78 things to do in AugustSaturday, June 21 - Saturday, July 26 - Friday, August 1 - Saturday, August 2 - Sunday, August 3 - Saturday, August 9
Optimizing Pregnancy, Birth, Baby’s First Year...and Beyond. A Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology Summer Workshop Series with Leading Experts.
Santa Barbara Graduate Institute
525 E. Micheltorena, Room 302
Santa Barbara
805.963.6896
sbgi.edu
info at sbgi.com
A community series of one-day workshops and a film event for professionals and parents to explore best practices for raising healthy, resilient children, supporting loving relationships, and healing at any age.
Open to the public. CEU’s available.
Opening reception Saturday, June 28 6-8pm
Revelation & Reflection - the Art of Miya Ando Stanoff
Bandini Art gallery
2635 S Fairfax Ave.
Culver City
310.837.6230
bandiniart.com
info at bandiniart.com
Stanoff transforms steel into something luminous and ethereal. Her artistry evokes sublime colorization, elegant light and shadows, and a meditative reflection. Of Japanese and Russian ancestry, raised amongst swords-smiths turned Buddhist priests, Stanoff’s spiritual, familial and academic traditions are the basis for her respect for the medium.
3-6 pm Thu-Sat/ 2-5 Sun (or by apointment) 6-8pm
”Scraps”- A solo exhibition of new works by Tm Gratkowski at LouWe Gallery
306 Hawthorne St., South Pasadena
626.799.5551
louwegallery.com
info at louwegallery.com
Combining layers of recycled paper to create art that questions popular media influences in work which is visceral & intellectual.
Monday-Friday 1pm-5pm & Saturday-Sunday 10am-4pm
Star Eco Station’s “Lost Crystal Skulls: A Mayan Jungle Adventure”
10101 West Jefferson Blvd.
Culver City
310.842.8060
ecostation.org
pr at starinc.org
Visitors will have the time of their lives as they face the ‘fun-tastic’ challenge of finding all 13 of the Lost Crystal Skulls hidden in the Mayan Jungle of the ECO Station. The lucky person to locate all of the skulls will receive a special ECO treasure!
07.09-08.20
Sustainable Living Summer Workshop Series
Wellness Works
540 W. Broadway
Glendale
818.247.2062
wellnessworksglendale.org
creativegreen at hotmail.com
Explore the deeper issues that we face in our process of healing our environment and empower ourselves to make a CHANGE with sustainability coach Deborah Tull. This series will cover all aspects of green living: the sustainable kitchen, the non-toxic home, water and energy efficiency, and environmental concerns for children.
07.09-08.20
Sustainable Living Summer Workshop Series
Wellness Works
540 W. Broadway
Glendale
818.247.2062
wellnessworksglendale.org
creativegreen at hotmail.com
This series covers all elements of sustainable living including: water and energy efficiency, sustainable kitchen, the non-toxic home and more.
Wednesday-Saturday 11am-5pm
Santa Monica Art Exhibition and Reception
2903 Santa Monica Blvd.,
Santa Monica
310.829.9556
taggallery.net
theartistsgallery at verizon.net
Artists’ Reception: Saturday, July 19 , 5 – 8 pm
Darlyn Susan Yee
Caryn Baumgartner
Darlyn Susan Yee sculptures are meticulously constructed using traditional fiber methods.
Caryn Baumgartner new works, “Evidence of Being” embodies the idea of connection between object and journey.
08.01 7pm
Lughnassadh Celebration and Potluck Feast
The Crystal Matrix Center
3215 Glendale Blvd.
Los Angeles
213.792.9041
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
Bring your ritual tools and a seven-day candle for blessing during the ceremony. $20 donation requested.
08.01 2pm
Summer Dreams, Summer Schemes
Santa Monica Playhouse
1211 4th Street
Santa Monica
310.394.9779 x1
SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com
theatre at SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com
Japan! America! 8,000 miles and 1200 years apart! This bi-lingual mini-musical asks: Can our differences, and similarities, save the planet?
08.01-08.02 6
24 Hour Peace Vigil
Jizo Peace Center
2012 Pioneer Way
Pine Mountain
661.242.6956
jizopeacecenter.org
jizopeacecenter at yahoo.com
24 Hours of remembering peace prior to the nuclear bombing anniversaries in Japan. Contact us to lead an hour. Everyone welcome!
08.02 2pm
Sacred Numbers
Tujunga, CA
213.792.9041
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
A look at basic sacred numbers, where they come from, what they mean, and how they can be used. $45.
08.02 7:30pm
Extraordinary Times!!
Courtyard Marriott Hotel (main ballroom)
13480 Maxella Avenue
Marina del Rey
818.785.6300
share-international.org
In spite of all appearances, the greatest event in history is now unfolding. The World Teacher for this age, Maitreya, is here. Life as we know it will be forever changed. ARE YOU READY? Free lecture by British author Benjamin Creme.
08.02 8:30-11pm
Beginners Couple Class
Mar Vista
323.363.3135
embodytantra.com
charu at embodytantra.com
We will explore an ancient path of meditation that invites us to embrace all of who we are as a means toward a blissful life. Tantra can help us unlock the habits and conditioning that are holding us back from experiencing pleasure in all aspects of our life.
08.02-08.03 9am-4pm
Feng Shui in the Garden
1010 Westwood Blvd.,
Westwood
818.505.9783
harmonygardens.net
shelley at harmonygardens.net
Feng Shui helps us understand the principles that create the sense of harmony and balance in our gardens and surroundings.
08.02-08.03 12-11pm
15th Annual Long Beach Crawfish Festival
Rainbow Lagoon
[400-403] Shoreline Village Drive
Long Beach
North side of Shoreline Drive (Between Shoreline Village Drive and Linden Avenue). The City Park next to the Hilton Hotel, nearest cross street is Pine Avenue.
562.495.5959
longbeachcrawfishfestival.com
The 15th Annual Long Beach Crawfish Festival serves mouth-watering Cajun Crawfish dinners with Grammy nominated cajun/zydeco performances.
International food court, children’s area, dance floor, two stages and beach bars, Mardi Gras dancers, Louisiana to L.A. Second Line Dancers, arts & crafts booths, magicians, storytellers and more!
08.02-08.09 11:30am-12:30pm
Stress Management Skills for Young People
Pierce College
6201 Winnetka Avenue
Woodland Hills
818-719-6425
323.851.8623
askkrs.com
KRS at askkrs.com
KRS Edstrom’s new relaxation skills help you with pressures at school and home. Techniques such as mindfulness meditation teach you how to release trapped stress in your body and mind. You will leave happier, more confident and able to reduce stress during test-taking, studying, sports or other challenging situations.
08.02-08.09 9:30-11am
MEDITATION SKILLS FOR DAILY LIVING Transforming Life’s Challenges From the Inside Out - Includes Sitting Meditation, Mindful Movement & Walking Meditation
Pierce College
6201 Winnetka Avenue
Woodland Hills
323.851.8623
AskKRS.com
KRS at AskKRS.com
Are you looking for a natural way to deal with stress, insomnia, depression, pain or other challenges that life presents?
KRS Edstrom offers mindfulness meditation techniques to quiet the busy, thinking mind that will sharpen your concentration, enhance your appreciation of life and help you dissolve tension and stress.
08.02-09.05
Circle in the Square: Artworks by Yesung Kim, Barbara Kolo, Susan Sironi, Luke Van Hook, and Cheryl Walker
1601 W. Mountain St.
Glendale
818.548.2051
brandlibrary.org
info at brandlibrary.org
The obvious unifying motif for these diverse Southern California artists is the circle, or to be precise, the circle in the square.
08.03 10am-6pm
Festival of Chariots
Corner of Venice boardwalk and Windward Ave., Venice
310.836.4342
festivalofchariots.com
karunadharini at ca.rr.com
The 32nd annual Festival of the Chariots features a parade down the Venice “boardwalk” of three forty-foot chariots. Procession starts at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, and ends at Windward Ave. Includes three stages with classical Indian dance, bands,dramatic performances, children’s activities, free food for 10,000.
08.03 11am
Psychic Gifts
Valencia
213.792.9041
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
Uncover and enhance your own natural abilities and learn how to develop them further. $99.
08.03 6-9pm
Women’s Advanced Sacred Circle
Silver Lake
323.363.3135
embodytantra.com
charu at embodytantra.com
Join with loving women-friends for this ancient healing ritual for women. This class will contain advanced work and previous tantra experience is required. $50 per woman
08.03 6-8:30pm
Forgiveness Day
Cabrillo Beach, 3800 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro
Beach parking: $1, per hour; up to $9; cross-streets: Stephen M. White Drive/Pacific Ave.
323.678.6036
bethecause.org
cindy at bethecause.org
International Forgiveness Day: The purpose of this reflective day is to unite and celebrate in the healing power of reconciliation.
08.03 6-8:30pm
International Day of Forgiveness
3800 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro
714.243.8655
bethecause.org/calendar/event.php?id=6718
cindy at bethecause.org
Sunday, August 3rd is Forgiveness Day. An opportunity for all of us to ask for forgiveness for the mistakes that we all have made, an opportunity to go deeper into our understanding of what it is to love others, to love ourselves, and to love the process of being alive.
Sundays, 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month 5:30-7:30pm
Channeling, Psychic Development and Meditation Group
The Path Bookstore, 813 Torrance Blvd, Redondo
BirthofaNewCreation.com
Mornstar8 at aol.com
Spiritual and Life evolvement group with channeled teachings, guided imagery meditation and psychic development exercises.
SUNDAYS 10am
Value Tours @ Whole Foods Market, Glendale
331 N. Glendale Ave, between California and Lexington
818.548.3695
wholefoods.com
Join Whole Foods Market for this special trip through our store as we show you how to shop Whole Foods Market on a budget.
We’ll share tips:
How to shop the specials
Locating our store brands
Buying only what you need
Recipes for affordable meals
08.04 7:30pm
Public Transmission Meditation
Courtyard Marriott Hotel (main ballroom)
13480 Maxella Avenue
Marina del Rey
818.785.6300
transmissionmeditation.org
This group world service meditation is one of the best ways to help transform the world and at the same time speed up your own personal growth many-fold. Benjamin Creme will give a brief introduction to the practice, which will be followed by a Transmission Meditation. Free.
Tuesdays 10:30am-12pm
Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga
Dancing Shiva Studio
7466 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles
dancingshiva.com
info at dancingshiva.com
Come practice prenatal yoga with Danielle Marie Gutshall in a space that is safe for you and your growing baby. We will practice yogic postures, meditation, explore breathwork and strengthen and stretch. This practice will bring many benefits to your pregnancy and birth!
The first class is complimentary.
08.06 5:30-8:30pm
The Dreams to Reality Experience
Wherever you are
realityandyou.com/d2rintrocall.html
info at theray.org
Join me for a FREE teleclass to explore what dreams have been hiding inside of you that are ready to be shared with the world.
Wednesdays 7:30-8:45pm
BEGINNER DRUMMING CLASS
Remo Center
7308 Coldwater Canyon
North Hollywood
323.356.6435
universaldrumming.com
classes at universaldrumming.com
UNIVERSAL DRUMMING teaches the fundamentals of hand drumming in a fun dynamic group experience. LA’s best drum class 5+ years!
Every Thursday 6:30pm
Nike+ Human Race 10K Los Angeles Training Runs
NIKETOWN
9560 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills
310.526.5570
nikeplus.com
In preparation of the Nike+ Human Race 10K -- the world’s largest one-day running event -- training runs are taking place around the greater LA area in order to unite and prepare inspired runners up to the point of race day on 08.31.08. These runs are free and open to the public.
08.09 10am-5pm
Dr. Pat Allen at The Mountain Mermaid
Topanga, California
310.390.4767
DrPatAllen.com
AdJim at aol.com
All-day workshop. Lunch catered by Inn of the Seventh Ray. For singles and couples. Highly recommended by Oprah Winfrey, John Gray, Marianne Williamson, and Rev. Michael Beckwith and Bob Proctor of the “The Secret.” Workshop topics: Self-esteem, communication, understanding/balancing yin and yang energies. $135, ($150 day of event, space permitting).
08.09 6-10pm
Education: A Path to Empowerment
2514 Warner Ave, Santa Ana
bethecause.org/calendar/event.php?id=6682
sana at bethecause.org
Why is education a path to empowerment? How can we be inspired to take action so that there are equal opportunities in education throughout the world? At this evening of awareness, we will learn how we are all a part of the solution.
08.09 7-10pm
WISH YOU WERE HERE :: The Art of Walt HALL :: Originals on Found Wood
4534 Eagle Rock Blvd.
Eagle Rock
323.256.6117
myspace.com/cactusgallery
semastroianni70 at yahoo.com
Show runs from August 9 - September 11. Walt Hall works on found wood to expand his series “Fenceposts for a Better Tomorrow.”
OPENING NIGHT/NELAart. org’s Second Saturday Gallery Night :: For MAP :: nelaart.com
To view the art of Walt Hall: thesappystudio.com; myspace.com/waltghall
Saturday 7:30-9pm
Patanjali: Legends of Yoga and Dance
Main Stage, Santa Monica College
1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica
818.788.6860
rangoli.org
malathisiyengar at gmail.com
Patanjali, a thematic dance concert, explores the unique and powerful relationship between Yoga and dance. The evening features popular legends related to Patanjali, the cosmic dance of Shiva, and the holy city of Chidambaram in India.
Saturdays 8:30am
Nike+ Human Race 10K Los Angeles Training Runs
Starbucks
5301 W Centinela Ave.
Los Angeles
310.526.5570
nikeplus.com
In preparation of the Nike+ Human Race 10K -- the world’s largest one-day running event -- training runs are taking place around the greater LA area in order to unite and prepare inspired runners up to the point of race day on 08.31.08. These runs are free and open to the public.
08.10 1-3:30pm
Introduction To Yoga Korunta
Yoga Swami (Yoga by Donation)
912 S. Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas
760.567.5850
renyogamaya.com
renyogamaya at yahoo.com
Essential Yoga with Guru Ren Rasa Yogamaya. ALL LEVELS WELCOME - Lecture & Master Class. Suggested donation: $20. For those ready to learn the ancient teaching of all yogas as one practice, more on universal affects, new information on your life cycle, prepare for your next level as a yoga teacher.
08.12 7:30-9:30pm
”The Essential Laws of Fearless Living” with author Guy Finley
Bodhi Tree Bookstore Annex
8583 Melrose Avenue
West Hollywood
310.659.1733
bodhitree.com
bodhitree at bodhitree.com
Best-selling author Guy Finley will illuminate the path to a fearless life, revealing secrets to dissolving stress, anxiety, and other difficulties – while replacing them with a contentment, clarity, and freedom that never fades away. Learn practical exercises that will empower you to make real and lasting changes in your life.
Free Monthly Calls & Meditations 6-7pm
Enlightenment Radio interview with Dr. Jason Deitch
Over the phone, pacific time.
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Best-selling author Jason Deitch of Discover Wellness will talk about creating an optimum state of well being. Dial: 605-475-8590 pin 549 0316#.
Free Monthly Calls & Meditations 6-7pm
Introduction to Self Realization and Shaktipat Meditation
Via Telephone, Wednesday, August 13 at 6pm, pst (9pm, est)
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
In this free teleconference you will learn about the ancient path of enlightenment as taught by the Siddha’s of India.
Just dial 605-475-8590, pin 549 0316#
Please write it in your calendar and invite a friend.
Saturday and Tuesday 10am-2pm
Crystal Yoga and Pilates Body Wellness Open House
4475 Vineland Ave, #31
Toluca Lake
818.760.0112
cypclasses.com
crystal at cypclasses.com
Join us for free demo classes, treatments, and healthful treats with Crystal D’Angora (Pilates and yoga), Jennifer Jayne (hypnotherapy), Bella Cohen (Rolfing), Jennifer Kelly (Young Living aromatherapy). Your attendance will automatically enter you in the raffle to win one free private session with one of the above!
08.14 8pm
”Seeking Happily Ever After” Fundraising Ball
Aqua Lounge Club
424 N. Beverly Dr
Beverly Hills
seekinghappilyeverafter.eventbrite.com/
producer at seekinghappilyeverafter.com
Filmmakers Kerry David (”My Date with Drew”) and journalist Michelle Cove invite you for an enchanted night on the town: a fundraiser to raise finishing funds for their documentary “Seeking Happily Ever After,” about single 30-something women today. The event is fairytale-themed and fabulous!
Thursdays, 2nd & 3rd Thursday of each month 7:15-8:45pm
Conscious Womens Writer’s Group
Calabasas
818.878.9093
Mornstar8 at aol.com
A group for conscious women to explore their creativity in written form. Collaborate approach includes sharing writing and creative exercises.
08.15 7:30-10pm
HIGH FREQUENCY SOUL AWAKENING WORKSHOPS
Bodhi Tree Bookstore
8585 Melrose Ave
West Hollywood
916.709.5990
genesis2012.com
selftransform at sbcglobal.net
The 2008 higher Earth frequencies allow us to open up to the higher layers of consciousness. Learn about higher chakras, Soul, higher dimensions, frequency layers, daily primal sound-light induction, meditation techniques, the importance of raising one’s frequency to connect to the Soul layers. All Spiritually Growing Souls are welcome.
08.16 11am
Reiki II
Valencia
213.792.9041
ayamanatara.com
info at ayamanatara.com
This class combines Usui Reiki and Traditional Japanese Reiki. Reiki I required. $350.
08.16 7:30-10pm
Media City Ballet Presents “An Evening of Khachaturian: The Composer and His Ballets”
Alex Theatre; 216 North Brand Boulevard; Glendale
818.243.2539
alextheatre.org
moyerpr at earthlink.net
Media City Ballet will present excerpts from composer Aram Khachaturian’s ballets “Gayane” and “Spartacus” and his Symphonic Suite, “Masquerade.” Natasha Middleton and Ruben Tonoyan choreograph, featuring Principal dancers Arsen Serobian and Edgar Nikolyan. Includes the famous “Saber Dance” from “Gayane.” alextheatre.org and mediacityballet.org.
08.16 6-9pm
Silverlake Tantra
Silver Lake
323.363.3135
embodytantra.com
charu at embodytantra.com
Discover Red Tantra in this experiential class. We will explore a myriad of active meditations adapted from Tantric texts and modern teachings on sacred sexuality.
*all classes are fully clothed with no sexual contact
$35 per person
08.16 8-11pm
WISH YOU WERE HERE :: The Art of Walt HALL :: Originals on Found Wood
4534 Eagle Rock Blvd.
Eagle Rock
323.256.6117
myspace.com/cactusgallery
semastroianni70 at yahoo.com
Show runs from August 9 - September 11. Walt Hall works on found wood to expand his series “Fenceposts for a Better Tomorrow.” MEET the Artist :: Saturday, August 16 :: 8-11p. To view the art of Walt Hall: thesappystudio.com; myspace.com/waltghall
08.16 1-3pm
Free Massage Class
5648 Vineland Avenue, NoHo
818.998.8995
ippt.com
info at ippt.com
Test drive our massage program and
find out for yourself how financially and spiritually rewarding a massage career can be.
08.16 12-5pm
HIGH FREQUENCY HEALING AND SOUL AWAKENING. Presented By Ishnah
Learning Light Foundation
1212 E Lincoln Ave.
Anaheim
916.709.5990
genesis2012.com
selftransform at sbcglobal.net
Planet Earth’s shift into the 5th Dimension layer allows us to open up to the higher frequencies. Learn extremely powerful techniques to build your pillar of light, connect to your higher Soul Layers, raise your vibrations, create shield of protection. The classes are ideal for serious ascension seekers.
08.16 12-5pm
High Frequency Soul Awakening Meditation. Presented By Ishnah
Learning Light Foundation
1212 E Lincoln Ave.
Anaheim
916.709.5990
genesis2012.com
selftransform at sbcglobal.net
High Frequency Soul Awakening Meditation helps you in the most effective way to clear negative energy blockages and karmic imprints from all time lines in your system, clear chakra and Kundalini seals, develop your silver cord, build your pillar of light, open up the higher GOD energies and connection channels.
Once a Month 2-3pm
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.
08.17 12:30pm
Day at Play in the S.A.N.D. (Spa & Networking Day)
Lucy Florence Cultural Center
3351 W. 43rd Street
Los Angeles
323.293.1356
lucyflorence.com
yourcoffeelady at earthlink.net
Come play in the S.A.N.D. at Lucy Florence Cultural Center with Warm Spirit’s LA Angels In Motion! Have lunch, bring business cards for networking and enjoy a luxurious spa treatment. Tickets are $10 and include lunch. Call Rhonda: 323.759.7985. Limited space. Purchase tickets in advance.
08.17 3-7pm
Salsa Salsa, a Celebration of Love Apples
Farmlab
1745 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles
fallenfruit.org
SALSA SALSA is a harvest festival inviting the citizens of Los Angeles to come make and taste tomato salsas while listening and dancing to salsa music. SALSA SALSA is a celebration of public space and the culmination of the LOVE APPLES project in which 72 tomato plants were installed on 12 traffic islands in LA and carefully tracked to see which thrive and which perish, à la Survivor. LOVE APPLES is a collaboration between the art collective Fallen Fruit (fallenfruit.org) and Islands of LA (islandsofla.org). The artists of Fallen Fruit investigate urban space, ideas of neighborhood and new forms of located citizenship and community all through the lens of fruit. Islands of LA is an art project that is turning traffic islands into territories of art to create community, foster discussion and explore the use and availability of public space.
08.18-08.22
Spiritlist.com special for Massage Therapists
All over Southern California
spiritlist.com
dawn at spiritlist.com
From Monday, August 18th, through Friday, August 22nd, Spiritlist.com is offering massage therapists the opportunity to list their service on the site for a full NINETY DAYS for the price of 30 days ($25). When you enter your ad, simply include “MASSAGEAUGUSTSPECIAL” in the description.
08.19 6:30pm
The Dreams to Reality Experience
The comfort of your own home
realityandyou.com/d2rintrocall.html
info at theray.org
Let me assist YOU in bringing YOUR powerful visions into the light.
Join me for a FREE teleclass to explore what dreams have been hiding inside of you that are ready to be shared with the world. Sign up online.
Free Monthly Calls & Meditations 6-7pm
Enlightenment Radio interview with Rich German and Steven S. Sadleir
Via Telephone, Tuesday, August 19 at 6 pm, pst (9pm, est)
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
Rich German will be talking about his new book Living the Laws of Attraction. Dial: 605-475-8590 pin 549 0316#.
12 week program with Steven S. Sadleir 6-7pm
Self Realization Course Begins
Over the Telephone, Wednesday, August 20 at 6pm, pst (9pm, est)
949.355.3249
selfawareness.com
info at selfawareness.com
The next Self Realization Course is your gateway to enlightenment, ask anyone who’s taken it. To learn more join the free into call on the 13th or call Pauline at 949-355-3249 and she can tell you all about it.
08.22 7-9:30pm
Maheshwari Mother Divine Process—The Miracle of Seeing Mother Divine
Unitarian Universalist Church
1260 18th St. (18th & Arizona)
Santa Monica
213.712.2501
churchofdivinelineage.org/en/maheshwari_2008
info at churchofdivinelineage.org
An introduction by senior students to Sri Kaleshwar and the Maheshwari Process as revealed by ancient palm leaf manuscripts called Parameshwari Yoga. For thousands of years, this knowledge has remained hidden. A modern-day saint, Sri Kaleshwar, is revealing the quickest, most direct process to receive darshan of the Mother.
08.23 12-8pm
The 6th Annual Chalk Art Festival & Live Music
Redondo Beach Pier, 200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach
310.318.0631
redondopier.com/upcomingevents/
info at redondopier.com
With Fanta-Sea as the theme this year, artists will create their very own underwater fanta-sea. Open to the public.
08.23 3-4:30pm
Integrative Nutrition Road Show
Pacific Design Center
Blue Conference Room
8687 Melrose Avenue, Suite M60 West Hollywood
646.633.4057
integrativenutrition.com
rsvp at integrativenutrition.com
Join us for a FREE talk with Joshua Rosenthal, author of “Integrative Nutrition: Feed Your Hunger for Health & Happiness” and founder of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. He will lead the discussion to demystify the confusion about food and nutrition in America today. Reserve spots by emailing RSVP@integrativenutrition.com.
08.23 8-10:30pm
Blue13 dance company presents the World Premiere of “KHEL! A Bollywood Bedtime Story”
Ford Amphitheatre; 2580 Cahuenga Boulevard, East; Hollywood
323.461.3673
fordtheatres.org
moyerpr at earthlink.net
”KHEL!” is a whirling, Bollywood dance-fueled romp through an Eastern phantasmagoria of games, bedtime stories and fantastical characters. The show is preceded by a Bollywood Pajama Party and Costume Contest starting at 6pm. After party at The Roxy in West Hollywood. blue13dance.com.
08.23 3-6pm
Satsang, Kirtan and Om Healling
Dancing Shiva
7466 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles
323.934.8332
dancingshiva.com
elizabeth at dancingshiva.com
Singing the Divine names creates a transformational spiritual vibration. Come out and sing, dance and receive healing with the ancient system of Om Healing.
08.23 7-9pm
Opening The Heart through Divine Love Meditation
Just Breath Yoga
25044 Peachland
Newhall
818.461.0171
jkpla.org
jkplacenter at gmail.com
Emotions of the heart are the gateway to spirituality! You have THE OPPORTUNITY to open the heart to divine-love-consciousness through the exquisite power of Swami Akhilandand’s devotional Kirtan. Swamiji trained under guidance of Jagadguru Shree Kripauliji Maharaj and travels India and the U.S. opening hearts of spiritual seekers.
08.23 9am-3pm
Free Massage Class
5648 Vineland Avenue, North Hollywood
818.998.8995
ippt.com
info at ippt.com
Test drive our massage program and find out for yourself how financially and spiritually rewarding a career in massage therapy can be.
08.24 11am-12:30pm
The Cycle of Birth, Life & Death
3159 Voltaire Drive
Topanga
818.461.0171
jkpla.org
jkplacenter at gmail.com
Unique kirtan and meditation led by Swami Akhilinand, esteemed teacher received renounced order of sanyas in the raganuga bhakti tradition of the Ancient Masters of India. Swami Akhilinand’s speeches touch the heart.
His chanting of the Divine name enters deep in the heart inspiring devotional love for the Divine.
08.25 7:30-9:30pm
Finding Your Purpose in Life
Bodywork Emporium
414 Broadway
Santa Monica
818.461.0171
jkpla.org
jkplacenter at gmail.com
You tried every church and temple within a 50 mile radius but you’re still looking? You finally achieved that wonderful relationship but still feel something is missing?
Swami Akhilinand’s speeches touch the heart. His chanting of the Divine name enters deep in the heart inspiring devotional love for the Divine.
08.27 7:30-9pm
Teachings of The Ancient Masters of India
Radha Gonvind Dham LA Yog Meditation Center of JKP Barsana Dham
13514 Morrison St.
Sherman Oaks
818.461.0171
jkpla.org
jkplacenter at gmail.com
An evening of kirtan, meditation and discourse with Swami Akhilinand
esteemed teacher received the renounced order of sanyas in raganuga bhakti tradition of the Ancient Masters of India. After intensive study and devotion in India he is a full time teacher of divine love consciousness traveling throughout the United States.
08.27-08.31 7:30-9:30pm
Maximum Security
The Other Space at Santa Monica Playhouse
1211 4th Street
Santa Monica
310.394.9779 x1
santamonicaplayhouse.com
theatre at santamonicaplayhouse.com
A joyously turbulent, furiously inspiring all-female rock musical about passion, regret, delight, depression, freedom, suffocation and lost inhalers. Matinees, too.
08.28 7-9pm
Cooking from Our Garden Bounty
Environmental Change-Makers, 6700 W. 83rd, Westchester
310.670.4777
envirochangemakers.org
legacyla at gmail.com
Local foods celebration with cooking demo, recipe swap. Bring a potluck dish made from local foods, and bring your local food recipes!
08.29 8pm-2am
Humanitaire’s Battle of the DJs.
Avalon Hollywood
1735 Vine St
Los Angeles
323.467.4571
humanitaireentertainment.org
heidiluerra at gmail.com
Hollywood’s First Green Charity Event, Hosted by Actor Andrew Keegan and headlined by DJ Giants LA Riot and Steve Aoki. Features an organic beer garden, green carpet and green gallery. 100% ticket sales dontated to Global Green USA. Get tickets at wanttickets.com.
08.30 6-11pm
Advanced Tantra Practice Evening
TBD
Contact Charu at
charu@embodytantra.com
323.363.3135
embodytantra.com
charu at embodytantra.com
Tantra is an ancient path of meditation that invites us to embrace all of who we are as a means toward a blissful life.
08.30 10am-5pm
How Spirituality Can Sustain You Through Difficult Times: workshop with Swami Akhilanand
Holy Spirit Retreat Center
4316 Lani Rd.
Encino
818.461.0171
jkpla.org
jkplacenter at gmail.com
Attending this workshop will provide practical life saving tools:
Through chanting meditation learn to simply open the heart and receive Divine Grace.
Discover a deep reservoir for relaxation and spiritual rejuvenation to use as a resource for stress relief.
Swami Akhilanand trained under guidance of Jagadguru Shree Kripauliji Maharaj.
08.30-08.31 7pm
Silent Darshan with Mother Meera
UCLA
MotherMeeradarshanla.com
Mother Meera will give silent Darshan at UCLA.
08.30-08.31
36th Annual Cancer Convention
Sheraton Universal Hotel, Hollywood
323.663.7801
cancercontrolsociety.com
36th Annual Cancer Convention Labor Day Weekend - FRIDAY, SATURDAY and SUNDAY
Information for general public and professionals on non-toxic alternative therapies for cancer and other diseases. Over 50 speakers, 5 movies and 70 exhibits. Doctor referrals and patient lists available.
$40 $20/exhibit hall only. CEU’s for Nurses
Sponsored by The Cancer Control Society
08.31 8:31pm
The Human Race
Los Angeles
nikeplus.com
The Human Race – a 10k marathon designed to promote health and well-being. Participates register at Nikeplus.com. Race participants will have the option to raise money for a charitable cause. To celebrate the grand finale Kanye West will perform!
08.31 6-11pm
Project Butterfly Tantric Puja
Project Butterfly
Downtown LA
323.363.3135
embodytantra.com
charu at embodytantra.com
Discover Red Tantra in this experiential class. We will explore a myriad of active meditations adapted from Tantric texts and modern teachings on sacred sexuality.
*all classes are fully clothed with no sexual contact
08.31-09.01 am
YOGATHON ’08
Los Angeles
323.605.7532
homyoga.net
homyoga at sbcglobal.net
Thirteen yoga enthusiasts will perform 24 hours of yoga for YOGATHON ’08!
Support the cause you believe in at yogathon08.com!
August 31-September 12, 2008
Sacred Getaways
Bali, Indonesia
949.367.0265
sacredgetaways.com
info at sacredgetaways.com
Sacred Getaways creates a unique process of unfolding through inspirational and loving experiences. Every getaway takes you to a beautiful, lush and magical place, perfect for cultural exploration and creative self discovery. The ethical and non-judgmental experience of synergy and wholeness balances your being and doing.
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