2007
Wed
& Thu 3 & 4 Jan.: "Into Great Silence" - monastry documentary film,
2:45pm and 6pm
A living still life - and a nearly 3 hours deep silent retreat experience about the
legendary Cartusian order of monks in the French Alpes and their spartan monastic life.
95% silence, chanting, praying monks in contemplation.
No action - mostly static images, sublime & stunning details in an all pervading
silence.
Compared with our current life styles and our busy and loud environment, this movie
catapults the viewer straight into the extreme opposite. Difficult to stand for some (1
out of 5 left the movie while we were watching).
Showing until Thursday 4th Jan.'07 - Thursday 2:45pm costs only £3.50 ("Silver
Screen" before 5pm - free hot drink for over 60's).
Read & see more at www.diegrossestille.de/english/
Venue: Arts Picture House, St. Andrew's Street Cambridge - www.picturehouses.co.uk/
Begin the New Year with peace dances in Cambridge!
Get attuned to beginning the New Year in the spirit of oneness & community.
Cost: £4 - £6 (sliding scale according to your financial situation)
- Programme Peace Dances around Cambridge -
VENUE: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road, Cambridge [web
map]
 Current Ralph's Positive Hour:
"Subud - a spiritual path for all - with Ghofur Woodruff & Emmanuel
Martin, Cambridge
This show was available 24 hours on www.209radio.co.uk until
Tuesday 16 Jan. '07.
What is Subud? A modern mystic interfaith order?
An exotic Indonesian cult? A bunch of spiritual anarchistic freedom fanatics celebrating
sacred chaos? A new age, gurus and masters defying organisation? An assiociation of
servants of God?
We explain the meaning of the word Subud and what the spiritual practice, the
"latihan" is about.
Read more about this show & find out, why
this international sister- and brotherhood is so unique. |
Sat 20
Jan. St. NEOTS: "New Beginnings" - Dances of
Universal Peace with Ralph, 2-5pm
This open group invites lovers of the peace dances as well as complete newcomers who
want to experience the spirit of community, singing dancing in a circle towards Oneness.
It's simple - and it can be magic... why not try it out? Newcomers are always welcome to
join our small but dedicated dance group. Read more...
(usually 3rd Saturday each odd month). Please bring some snacks. PC-Word.doc poster in A4
Cost: £6-£9 - Contact Ralph if you offer or need lifts:
VENUE: Methodist Church Eaton Socon - web
map with arrow
Fri
26th Jan. 2007: Faith & the Environment - The Akhashi Project, with Shilpa Shah, 7:45
for 8pm
The Cambridge Inter-Faith Group (www.cam.net.uk/home/interfaith)
invites you for a presentation:
What does Climate Change mean for me?
Why do we care about climate change and what can we do about it?
Do faith groups have a responsibility to care for the environment?
We hear so much about climate change, in the newspapers, on the TV and radio, at school
and even in the cinema. We hear about politicians, about businesses and about scientists.
But what does it mean for us as individuals, as families, as communities and as faith
groups? The protection of the planet is something taught by all faiths; the stewardship of
Christians, the vice-regency of Muslims, the respect for the Shakti of Mother Earth of
Hindus, the respect of all living beings of Jains, the ideas of harmony and balance of
Buddhists, the oneness approach of Baha'is, ......... to name but a few.
What is climate change, exactly? Why should we care about it? What can we learn from
these different faith perspectives on one of the greatest challenges that faces us all
today? And how can we harness this knowledge and link it with the 'mainstream green'
debate to help ourselves and others work together to challenge climate change- together?
Come and discuss this and other questions.
Followed by refreshments. No cost - donations for room hire are welcome
VENUE: Unitarian Church Hall, 5
Emmanuel Road (opp. central bus station), entrance Victoria STREET, Cambridge
Wed 31
Jan: discussion on 'Socialism, Capitalism and the Need for Spirituality - what is the real
Model for Society', 7pm
A very prominent philosopher and theologian, Dr Howard Resnick (PhD Harvard) is leading
this discussion tonight. Dr Howard Resnick (Hridayananda das Goswami) is one of the most
respected spiritual leaders of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. He has
been integral in helping to translate the Vedic scriptures of millennial India to modern
languages and in distributing them all over the world.
Venue: Lecture theatre LG18, law faculty (Sidgwick site), Newnham.
Thu 8
Feb: 3rd open networking meeting for Cambridge workshop / events organisers, 7:30pm
On the 2nd meeting in Dec. we were again 8 people (but different ones form the 1st
meeting) & decided to meet again:
I invite all people who are currently involved in organising events / workshops
(especially those with a spiritual or healing touch) for an informal meeting to exchange
information, share inspiration, consider co-operation - and get to know each other. - Ralph
We may talk about:
- Who are we - and what are we doing
- experiences with the past organisation / advertising / venues
- efficient ways to advertise (locations as well as on the web)
- low cost print / copying
- our visions / ideas for the future
You are encouraged to leave a donation for the venue.
VENUE: Libra Aries Books - Cambridge's Alternative & Spiritual Bookshop, 9 The
Broadway, Mill Road (just over the bridge), Cambridge CB1 3AH - Tel: (01223) 412 411 www.libra-aries-books.co.uk
c
Sun.
11 Feb '07 Cottenham: MIND, BODY, SOUL AND CRAFTS. 10.30am - 5pm
A nice mixture of MIND, BODY, SOUL AND CRAFTS - Reflexology, Hopi Candles,
Aromatherapy, Reiki, Colour Analyst, Readers, Spiritual healers, Psychic Artist, Tarot and
Runes, Various crafts. (Stalls are booked out.)
Admission FREE for OAPs and under 16 yrs - Others £1.50 - FREE admission between 10.30 -
11.30
More at OAKWOOD-EVENTS.CO.UK
- TEL 01353 615824
Venue: Cottenham Village College, Cottenham, CB4 8UA, Cambs
CHANGE of day: in February we'll meet on Monday, from March 3rd Thursday / month
Experience the spirit of oneness & community.
Cost: £4 - £6 (sliding scale according to your financial situation)
- Programme Peace Dances around Cambridge -
VENUE: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road, Cambridge [web
map]
Sat.
17 Feb.'07: Inter-Faith Visit to The Nezang Buddhist Meditation Group with Lama Ato
Rinpoche, 2-4pm
The fist Inter-Faith Group (www.cam.net.uk/home/interfaith)
visit this year will be to The Cambridge Nezang Buddhist Meditation Group, led by the
Tibetan Lama Ato Rinpoche (meetings are monthly on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
Meetings start with a talk by Lama Ato Rinpoche and are followed by prayer chanting and a
short period of silent meditation. Teachings and meditation instructions are given. Please
do not disturb others by arriving late. Buddhist contacts for this group: Mary Rose
Baugh on 01223 366 079 or Jane Sandemann on (01223) 246 461
Venue: at the Morley Memorial School, Blinco Grove (off Hills Road and Cherry Hinton
Road), Cambridge
Fri 23
Feb: "Climate Change" - public meeting with Ricardo Navarro (El Salvador ),
7.30pm
World Development Movement Speaker Tour - Cambridge:
Climate Change is the single largest threat to the world’s poor. Tackling this crisis
is the greatest challenge facing humanity. Ricardo Navarro, award-winning environmentalist
from El Salvador, will be taking part in public meetings hosted by WDM groups across the
UK. Come along to one of our public meetings to find out more and take action with WDM to
end climate injustice.
More info: WDM Speaker Tour www.wdm.org.uk/news/events/speakertour07
- Contact: Katharine Talbot, 020 7820 4900
Venue: Friends Meeting House, 12 Jesus Lane,
Cambridge, CB5 8BA
Fri 23
Feb: Inter-Faith Discussion Faith & “Miracles”, 19:45 for 8pm-9:45pm
The Cambridge Inter-Faith Group (www.cam.net.uk/home/interfaith)
invites you to a discussion evening:
According to The Encyclopedia of Religion (1987), miracles are “events, actions and
states taken to be so unusual, extraordinary, and supernatural that the normal level of
human consciousness finds them hard to accept rationally.” Most (perhaps all?) faith
traditions include examples of miracles. Sometimes reports of miracles serve to strengthen
faith. On the other hand, people with a materialistic view may be reluctant to believe in
miracles at all. People who are ready to believe in miracles may believe simply that
“God” intervened. Others may believe that spiritual understanding can override
material “law” on a reliable basis.
The discussion will be introduced by David Wilman, who had a career in Agricultural
Science, is a student of Christian Science, and is currently taking a Masters course which
considers Eastern and Western perspectives on the body.
Free of charge - donations are welcome
VENUE: Unitarian Church Hall, 5
Emmanuel Road (opp. central bus station), entrance Victoria STREET, Cambridge
Sat 24
Feb.: Endorphin-High Dance Party, 8pm-midnight
Up for a bop? C'mon down'n boogie!
Good mix of music. Cash bar. Light eats. Plenty of parking.
Come in a group, with a partner or on your own.
Entry: £5/£3 concess. (any profit to Amnesty and/or CAMFED)
www.endorphinhigh.com [web site
may be temporarily unavailable]
PLEASE EMAIL IF YOU'D LIKE TO COME AS WE NEED TO KNOW NUMBERS: maggie[AT]endorphinhigh.com
Looking forward to hearing from you and seeing/dancing with you!
MaggieC, AlanW, FionaK, MikeO, JennyB, MicheleW & JenniT (DP Team)
VENUE: Greens Health Club, 213 Cromwell Road (Coldhams Lane / bridge), Cambridge CB13BA 
Sat 3
March: Lunar Eclipse birthday party for 209radio, 8pm
209radio is 4 years old this March, we haven't had a party for a long time and it's a
Lunar Eclipse!
Join us for a good old knees up on 8pm with:
-Bijoumiyo
-Emma York and Galactica
-DJ Skunk
-Elles (Glamrot)
-Street Poet Jo
-Auction of promises
-Bellydancing!
An Atmospheric Event, fundraising for 209radio
Get your tickets at Nomads on Kings Parade - http://www.nomads.com or from Moving Tone
News. http://www.movingtonenews.com/buytickets.asp?id=2342
Tickets: £5 Consessions, £7 single, £10 a pair
VENUE: the Romsey Labour Club, Mill Road / Coleridge Road, Cambridge
Current Ralph's Positive Hour:
"Alphamusic" - with John Levine, budgie snuggler extraordinaire
This show was available 24 hours on www.209radio.co.uk until
around Tuesday 6 March '07.
Alphamusic has been known to calm dogs and cats, not to mention hyperactive children and
stressed out teachers and parents. Alphamusic has been composed in a way that encourages
the brain to actually slow down the brain waves. In alpha, the body is at it's most
productive; completely relaxed yet fully alert, sending the right amount of energy to all
areas of the body.
Find out more about brain waves, chemical hormones, alpha music and productive calmness:
Read more about this interview |
Sun 11
March: Natural Health and Psychic Show, Royal Cambridge Hotel
Supporting Local natural health practitioners, psychics, eco, green and fair trade
enthusiasts. Come and discover the wonderful variety of natural health choices you and
your failmy have, right on your doorstep! Show will include; talks , workshops, therapy
tasters, live music, gift stands, organic wine tasting, crystals and much much more!
Contact: Caroline - mobile: 07816 286911
Venue: Royal Cambridge Hotel, Trumpington Street / Trumpington Road
Ralph's Positive Hour (from
Tue 6th Feb.'07: "Alphamusic" - with John Levine, budgie snuggler
extraordinairre
This show was available 24 hours on www.209radio.co.uk until
around Tuesday 6 March '07.
Alphamusic has been known to calm dogs and cats, not to mention hyperactive children and
stressed out teachers and parents. Alphamusic has been composed in a way that encourages
the brain to actually slow down the brain waves. In alpha, the body is at it's most
productive; completely relaxed yet fully alert, sending the right amount of energy to all
areas of the body.
Find out more about brain waves, chemical hormones, alpha music and productive calmness:
Read more about this interview |
Sun 11
March: 'The Prophet Mohammad: A Christian Appreciation, 11AM
The 11.00 service at St Edward's Church will be part of the Odyssey series, when the
preacher will be the Reverend Dr. Marcus Braybrooke, President of the World Congress of
Faiths. He will speak on 'The Prophet Mohammad: A Christian Appreciation'. There is an
urgent need for Christians and Muslims to understand one another better, so this should be
a very helpful occasion.
VENUE: St Edward's Church, Pea Hill (between
Guildhall and King's College, Cambridge city)
Sun 11
March: Natural Health and Psychic Show, Royal Cambridge Hotel
Supporting Local natural health practitioners, psychics, eco, green and fair trade
enthusiasts. Come and discover the wonderful variety of natural health choices you and
your failmy have, right on your doorstep! Show will include; talks , workshops, therapy
tasters, live music, gift stands, organic wine tasting, crystals and much much more!
Contact: Caroline - mobile: 07816 286911
Venue: Royal Cambridge Hotel, Trumpington Street / Trumpington Road
NEW: Thu 15 March '07 Dances of
Universal Peace - tonight Sufi dances & Zikr with Ralph, 8 -10pm
From March always 3rd Thursday / month!
Tonight we'll celebrate the new monthly peace dance day, Thursday, which is traditionally
meeting day for Sufis. So we'll honour this by dancing beautiful Sufi dances and
experiencing some powerful zikrs. Zikr means "rememberance" - of our Divinity -
and consists of rather subtle repetitive movements to our chanting, accompanied by drum.
Please bring an open heart - everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic moments in our
circle. No experience whatsoever required.
Cost: £4 - £6 (sliding scale according to your financial situation)
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road, CB1
2AZ, Cambridge [web
map]
PS: a toilet is installed, and we'll have heating at Bharat Bhavan.
Sat 24
March: clocks forward 1 hour tonight - Summertime begins!
Sunday
25 March: "What is God?" discussion, 3pm
Members of the public are invited to an open discussion meeting on the subject
"What is God?" on Sunday 25 March at 3 p.m. at the Christian Science Reading
Room, 96 Regent Street, Cambridge CB2 1DP. The idea is to share views in a constructive
way. The Reading Room will be open from 2.00 to 4.30 p.m. More information from Cambridge 276912.
Wed 28
March: Return to the land of your soul -
devotional Chants of Universal Peace with Ralph), 8pm
(Usually 4th Wed. / month)
TONIGHT Carolin Comberti from Saffron Walden will join us at the
chanting! She's got the most amazing voice (& and a clairvoyant friend saw
"voice angels" around her) and is giving voice workshops and singing tuition. So
come for the chanting - bring a drink - and join us with soaring voices and experience her
sound improvisations on top of the heart warming chants from different traditions....
Free of charge - please bring a drink.
VENUE: Ralph's home, 45 Walpole Road, Cambridge,
01223 510 442
Thu 29
March 07: use of Divine intelligent energies - Free Talk and Demonstration, 7:30 - 9:30pm
A general introduction to the use of Divine intelligent energies from around the world
by Laura Nina Zealey, a certified Spiritual Unfoldment Network™ Teacher.
This will be more than just words. You will also be offered practical experiences and an
empowerment (initiation) to access an energy called "Heart Light" designed to
increase your ability to receive and give love.
For more information contact Laura: 01223 833037
Venue: Friends Meeting House 91 Hartington Grove,
William Penn Room, Cambridge, CB1 7UB - Free parking available.
Fri
30th March 07: EMPOWRING THE LORD'S PRAYER 6:30 to 10:00pm
Many students of Eastern traditions are surprised to find that recitation of the
Lord’s Prayer brings in an energy every bit as powerful as the energies brought in by
the mantras of those traditions. Jesus was heir to the Kabbalistic tradition of Jewish
mysticism and the energy brought in by the Lord’s Prayer is a beautiful variation of
a classic Kabbalistic energy. It is not necessary for anyone to take this course in order
to bring in the energy, however receiving the initiation multiplies the power of the
energy manyfold (just as receiving the initiation for an Eastern mantra makes it
"jagrata" or "awakened" and increases its power manyfold). Jesus gave
this same initiation to his twelve disciples. It brings in an energy which opens the heart
and brings one closer to God.
Everyone is welcome to this Initiation Workshop. The price is £50. Please call 01223
833037 to register.
Venue: Friends Meeting House 91 Hartington Grove,
William Penn Room, Cambridge, CB1 7UB - Free parking available.
Sat 31
March: "Sacred Harmonies" -
simple chants from Taizé & the Dances of Universal Peace, with Ralph, 1-5pm
The human voice is a gateway to the soul. Everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic
moments. No experience required.
Some peace dances could be danced as part songs or rounds - but often there are not enough
people for 2 or more circles. This afternoon we'll learn & sing simple harmony chants,
honouring various religious traditions (similar to Nickomo's "Harmonic Temple").
An uplifting experience...
The leader, Ralph, is teaching Taizé harmony chanting
for many years. He loves creating a sacred atmosphere, combined with a good sense of
humour. Read more
Cost: £7.50 - £12 (sliding scale, according to your financial situation)
Venue: Friends Meeting House 91 Hartington Grove
(off Cherry Hinton Road, just behind the church) Cambridge, CB1 7UB
Mon 2
April: GM Potatoes Come to Cambridge - Public Meeting, 7.30 pm
Speakers:
- Michael Antoniou, reader in Molecular Genetics at Guy's Hospital Medical School
- Helena Paul, chair of GM Freeze
- Clare Oxborrow, Real Food Campaign, National Friends of the Earth
Trials of GM potatoes have been given the go-ahead to be planted from March 30th, at
the National Institute of Agricultural Botany (NIAB) in North Cambridge, on behalf of
multinational firm BASF.
Similar trials in The Netherlands were recently stopped in the courts due to a lack of
controlled testing and environmental impact assessments. A recent application for trials
in Ireland was cancelled after a public campaign and the setting of strict conditions by
the Irish government.
This meeting aims to empower people with more knowledge of the GM debate & is
organised by Cambridge GM Concern. E-mail:
VENUE: Emmanuel United Reform Church, Trumpington St. Cambridge
Current Ralph's Positive Hour:
"Alphamusic" - with John Levine, budgie snuggler extraordinaire
This show was available 24 hours on www.209radio.co.uk until
around Tuesday 6 March '07.
Alphamusic has been known to calm dogs and cats, not to mention hyperactive children and
stressed out teachers and parents. Alphamusic has been composed in a way that encourages
the brain to actually slow down the brain waves. In alpha, the body is at it's most
productive; completely relaxed yet fully alert, sending the right amount of energy to all
areas of the body.
Find out more about brain waves, chemical hormones, alpha music and productive calmness:
Read more about this interview |
Sun 11
March: Natural Health and Psychic Show, Royal Cambridge Hotel
Supporting Local natural health practitioners, psychics, eco, green and fair trade
enthusiasts. Come and discover the wonderful variety of natural health choices you and
your failmy have, right on your doorstep! Show will include; talks , workshops, therapy
tasters, live music, gift stands, organic wine tasting, crystals and much much more!
Contact: Caroline - mobile: 07816 286911
Venue: Royal Cambridge Hotel, Trumpington Street / Trumpington Road
Ralph's Positive Hour (from
Tue 6th Feb.'07: "Alphamusic" - with John Levine, budgie snuggler
extraordinairre
This show was available 24 hours on www.209radio.co.uk until
around Tuesday 6 March '07.
Alphamusic has been known to calm dogs and cats, not to mention hyperactive children and
stressed out teachers and parents. Alphamusic has been composed in a way that encourages
the brain to actually slow down the brain waves. In alpha, the body is at it's most
productive; completely relaxed yet fully alert, sending the right amount of energy to all
areas of the body.
Find out more about brain waves, chemical hormones, alpha music and productive calmness:
Read more about this interview |
Sun 11
March: 'The Prophet Mohammad: A Christian Appreciation, 11AM
The 11.00 service at St Edward's Church will be part of the Odyssey series, when the
preacher will be the Reverend Dr. Marcus Braybrooke, President of the World Congress of
Faiths. He will speak on 'The Prophet Mohammad: A Christian Appreciation'. There is an
urgent need for Christians and Muslims to understand one another better, so this should be
a very helpful occasion.
VENUE: St Edward's Church, Pea Hill (between
Guildhall and King's College, Cambridge city)
Sun 11
March: Natural Health and Psychic Show, Royal Cambridge Hotel
Supporting Local natural health practitioners, psychics, eco, green and fair trade
enthusiasts. Come and discover the wonderful variety of natural health choices you and
your failmy have, right on your doorstep! Show will include; talks , workshops, therapy
tasters, live music, gift stands, organic wine tasting, crystals and much much more!
Contact: Caroline - mobile: 07816 286911
Venue: Royal Cambridge Hotel, Trumpington Street / Trumpington Road
NEW: Thu 15 March '07 Dances of
Universal Peace - tonight Sufi dances & Zikr with Ralph, 8 -10pm
From March always 3rd Thursday / month!
Tonight we'll celebrate the new monthly peace dance day, Thursday, which is traditionally
meeting day for Sufis. So we'll honour this by dancing beautiful Sufi dances and
experiencing some powerful zikrs. Zikr means "rememberance" - of our Divinity -
and consists of rather subtle repetitive movements to our chanting, accompanied by drum.
Please bring an open heart - everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic moments in our
circle. No experience whatsoever required.
Cost: £4 - £6 (sliding scale according to your financial situation)
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road, CB1
2AZ, Cambridge [web
map]
PS: a toilet is installed, and we'll have heating at Bharat Bhavan.
Sat 24
March: clocks forward 1 hour tonight - Summertime begins!
Sunday
25 March: "What is God?" discussion, 3pm
Members of the public are invited to an open discussion meeting on the subject
"What is God?" on Sunday 25 March at 3 p.m. at the Christian Science Reading
Room, 96 Regent Street, Cambridge CB2 1DP. The idea is to share views in a constructive
way. The Reading Room will be open from 2.00 to 4.30 p.m. More information from Cambridge 276912.
Wed 28
March: Return to the land of your soul -
devotional Chants of Universal Peace with Ralph), 8pm
(Usually 4th Wed. / month)
TONIGHT Carolin Comberti from Saffron Walden will join us at the
chanting! She's got the most amazing voice (& and a clairvoyant friend saw
"voice angels" around her) and is giving voice workshops and singing tuition. So
come for the chanting - bring a drink - and join us with soaring voices and experience her
sound improvisations on top of the heart warming chants from different traditions....
Free of charge - please bring a drink.
VENUE: Ralph's home, 45 Walpole Road, Cambridge,
01223 510 442
Thu 29
March 07: use of Divine intelligent energies - Free Talk and Demonstration, 7:30 - 9:30pm
A general introduction to the use of Divine intelligent energies from around the world
by Laura Nina Zealey, a certified Spiritual Unfoldment Network™ Teacher.
This will be more than just words. You will also be offered practical experiences and an
empowerment (initiation) to access an energy called "Heart Light" designed to
increase your ability to receive and give love.
For more information contact Laura: 01223 833037
Venue: Friends Meeting House 91 Hartington Grove,
William Penn Room, Cambridge, CB1 7UB - Free parking available.
Fri
30th March 07: EMPOWRING THE LORD'S PRAYER 6:30 to 10:00pm
Many students of Eastern traditions are surprised to find that recitation of the
Lord’s Prayer brings in an energy every bit as powerful as the energies brought in by
the mantras of those traditions. Jesus was heir to the Kabbalistic tradition of Jewish
mysticism and the energy brought in by the Lord’s Prayer is a beautiful variation of
a classic Kabbalistic energy. It is not necessary for anyone to take this course in order
to bring in the energy, however receiving the initiation multiplies the power of the
energy manyfold (just as receiving the initiation for an Eastern mantra makes it
"jagrata" or "awakened" and increases its power manyfold). Jesus gave
this same initiation to his twelve disciples. It brings in an energy which opens the heart
and brings one closer to God.
Everyone is welcome to this Initiation Workshop. The price is £50. Please call 01223
833037 to register.
Venue: Friends Meeting House 91 Hartington Grove,
William Penn Room, Cambridge, CB1 7UB - Free parking available.
Sat 31
March: "Sacred Harmonies" -
simple chants from Taizé & the Dances of Universal Peace, with Ralph, 1-5pm
The human voice is a gateway to the soul. Everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic
moments. No experience required.
Some peace dances could be danced as part songs or rounds - but often there are not enough
people for 2 or more circles. This afternoon we'll learn & sing simple harmony chants,
honouring various religious traditions (similar to Nickomo's "Harmonic Temple").
An uplifting experience...
The leader, Ralph, is teaching Taizé harmony chanting
for many years. He loves creating a sacred atmosphere, combined with a good sense of
humour. Read more
Cost: £7.50 - £12 (sliding scale, according to your financial situation)
Venue: Friends Meeting House 91 Hartington Grove
(off Cherry Hinton Road, just behind the church) Cambridge, CB1 7UB
Mon 2 April: GM Potatoes Come to Cambridge - Public Meeting, 7.30 pm
Speakers:
- Michael Antoniou, reader in Molecular Genetics at Guy's Hospital Medical School
- Helena Paul, chair of GM Freeze
- Clare Oxborrow, Real Food Campaign, National Friends of the Earth
Trials of GM potatoes have been given the go-ahead to be
planted from March 30th, at the National Institute of Agricultural Botany (NIAB) in North Cambridge,
on behalf of multinational firm BASF.
Similar trials in The Netherlands were recently stopped in the courts due to a lack of controlled testing and environmental impact assessments. A recent application for trials in Ireland was cancelled after a public campaign and the setting of strict conditions by the Irish government.
This meeting aims to empower people with more knowledge of the GM debate & is organised by Cambridge GM Concern. E-mail:
VENUE: Emmanuel United Reform Church, Trumpington St. Cambridge
Thu Wed 4 April: 4th open networking meeting for Cambridge workshop / events organisers, 7:30pm
I invite all people who are currently involved in organising events / workshops (especially those with a spiritual or healing touch) for an informal meeting to exchange information, share inspiration, consider co-operation - and get to know each other.
Suggested focus tonight: Cambridge needs a spiritual/healing/eco/alternative info paper/magazin/journal!
It's many years, since the last edition of Greenwave Magazine appeared (www.greenwave.connectfree.co.uk). The "LightNetwork" paper from around 2005 did not take off. Currently there are some attempts: a Reiki paper & Cambridge Action Network paper.
I strongly feel, we organisers would benefit from a printed publication (maybe bi-monthly) - are we ready? Or is there anyone out there who might like to do some real print networking?
If you like to be e-invited to future "[Organisers]" meetings, you can join our open e-list: mail to
Ralph
We may also talk about:
- Who are we - and what are we doing
- experiences with the past organisation / advertising / venues
- efficient ways to advertise (locations as well as on the web)
- low cost print / copying
- our visions / ideas for the future
You are encouraged to leave a donation for the venue.
VENUE: Libra Aries Books - Cambridge's Alternative & Spiritual Bookshop, 9 The Broadway, Mill Road (Romsey, between Cavendish Rd. & Sedgewick Str.), Cambridge CB1 3AH - Tel: (01223) 412 411
www.libra-aries-books.co.uk
Wed 11 April: Launch of Nigel Pennick's new book, "Primal Signs: Traditional Glyphs & Symbols", 8pm
Libra Aries Books are delighted to welcome Nigel back to the shop, to launch his latest publication. He
will be talking briefly about the book and signing copies, and there will be informal discussion over tea & biscuits. "Primal Signs" will be on sale for 10.95 pounds. Entry to the event is free.
VENUE: Libra Aries Books - Cambridge's Alternative & Spiritual Bookshop, 9 The Broadway, Mill Road (Romsey, between Cavendish Rd. & Sedgewick Str.), Cambridge CB1 3AH - Tel: (01223) 412 411
www.libra-aries-books.co.uk
Fri 13 April: Dances of Universal Peace with Amina Margaret, 7.30pm - 9.30pm
(normally 1st Fri / month) Singing and dancing simple chants from the different sacred traditions, attuning our hearts to love, peace and harmony. Cost £4 (contribution unwaged).
VENUE: Friends Meeting House
91-93 Hartington Grove, Cambridge, CB1 7UB (Plenty of parking space)
Contact: Margaret Nimmo-Smith: Tel. 01223 365484, E-mail:
Sat 14 April: "Mayur Classical & Contemporary Indian Dance" (in aid of Cambridge Hindu Shrine), 7pm
The Cambridge Indian Community and Culture Association ICCA (www.icca.co.nr) presents this fund raising event to the Cambridge community. The event includes a feast of Indian snacks.
Cost: adult £7.50, child under 12 Yrs £6.
For Tickets Contact: Vasantbhai Joshi 01223 704863 - Vidya Math 07932 279715 / Sujata Biswas 07878270013 -
or Email:
More about the Hindu Shrine Project & Bharat Bhavan
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road, CB1 2AZ, Cambridge [web map]
PS: a toilet is installed, and we'll have heating at Bharat Bhavan.
Sat/Sun 14-15th Apr '07: Ely Mind Body Spirit Exhibition
Organised by Chris, Life Arts, Tel: 01394 421173 - www.lifearts.co.uk including mini workshops
Venue: The Maltings, Ely, Cambridgeshire
Sun 15th Apr '07 Bury St. Edmunds: “Sacred Connections” - Deeksha Experience with Bruhn & Cecil, Denmark, 10AM-4PM
Fri 13th, Sat 14th and Sun 15th April you have the chance, or risk :-), of experiencing unconditional freedom. Sun 15th in Bury we will be talking/working with sacred connections between people, between sacred places in the physical realms as well as with the connections with our inner worlds and guides.
Cecil and Bruhn - Oneness facilitators from Denmark - are visiting UK to offer three seminars.
In the seminars you will experience:
- Deekshas – energy transfers catalysing the state of unconditional freedom
- Stories explaining the process towards the Oneness state including Q&A
- Guided meditations
The Friday 13th & Sat. 14th events (different themes) are in Forest Row & London
More at http://www.onenesscenter.org/. Cost: £20 (£14 conc). Get details when signing up at
Venue: Sally’s loghouse - The Chestnuts, Brockley Road, Whepstead, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP29 4TW, Tel. 01284 735646,
£ 20 (students/unemployed £15)
'Sing Out!' drop-in daytime workshop led by Rowena Whitehead 1:30-3pm
(Today begin of new term) These workshops give you the opportunity to have a Good Sing in a relaxed, friendly and supportive setting, singing songs and chants from around the world, experimenting with harmony, rhythm, tone and improvisation. No previous musical experience necessary - just bring your vocal chords! It's guaranteed to be fun and relaxing and there are no solos!
times: 16 April-16 July / Sept-Dec (except bank holidays!) Cost: £5.50 per session, £4 concessions
For more workshops or details, phone Rowena 01223 573 288 or
or simply come
along.
Venue: Ross Street Community Centre, Ross Street (nr. St Philips Road, off Mill Road), Romsey Town
[Since March always 3rd Thursday / month]
Tonight we'll honour the Buddhist spirit in Cambridge - and the Roshi Samuel Lewis, founder of the peace dances. Please bring an open heart - everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic moments in our circle. No experience required.
Cost: £4 - £6 (sliding scale according to your financial situation)
See A4 poster "Buddhist Peace Dances" (in Word.doc)
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road, CB1 2AZ, Cambridge [web map]
Mon 23 Apr.: 'Sing Out!' drop-in daytime workshop led by Rowena Whitehead 1:30-3pm
These Monday workshops give you the opportunity to have a Good Sing in a relaxed, friendly and supportive setting, singing songs and chants from around the world, experimenting with harmony, rhythm, tone and improvisation. No previous musical experience necessary - just bring your vocal chords! It's guaranteed to be fun and relaxing and there are no solos!
times: 16 April-16 July / Sept-Dec (except bank holidays!) Cost: £5.50 per session, £4 concessions
For more workshops or details, phone Rowena 01223 573 288 or
or simply come
along.
Venue: Ross Street Community Centre, Ross Street (nr. St Philips Road, off Mill Road), Romsey Town
Fri 27th April: GNOSTIC TRINITY AND GOSPEL - talk by Rajinder Nijjhar, Oxford, with discussion, 7:45 for 8pm
The Cambridge Inter-Faith Group (www.cam.net.uk/home/interfaith) invites all interested. Here is what Chaudhry Rajinder Nijjhar writes - be ready for mind stretching surprises tonight:
Gnostic is derived from Gnosis, spiritual knowledge. Spiritual knowledge demands upon the conceptual power of the person and such persons are rare to come across. Most people read Books and they learn some thing but not complete.
A true Gnostic learns spiritual things through intuition and he uses logical reasoning to dig out the Treasures of God buried in the Field of Knowledge.
Gnostics are "seekers" of religious knowledge
and we take no one for his word.
We believe each individual receives "His Word"
through "grace of God".
Our Discussions are open minded and friendly.
Meetings are open to all and they are "FREE".
For a taste of Gnosticism, visit my web site: www.nijjhar.freeserve.co.uk/sikhism.htm
In 1993, I published my first Book entitled "FIRST GNOSTIC PRINCIPLES OF ONE GOD ONE FAITH" and last year one in Punjabi on Christianity/Sikhism. In fact Sikhism is continuation of Christianity and I can explain this in details. Satguru (Christ) Nanak Dev Ji was the Second coming of Christ.
In Gnosticism, we explain things from the very first basic principles that need not impose your views upon others.
Gospel is not for every body but for those who are pre-destined and such people are independent thinkers or solitary.
Free of charge - donations are welcome
VENUE: Unitarian Church Hall, 5 Emmanuel Road (opp. central bus station), entrance Victoria STREET, Cambridge
Sun 29 Apr: inter-Faith visit the Cambridge Sikh Diwans, 3.30-6 pm
The Cambridge Inter-Faith Group (www.cam.net.uk/home/interfaith) invites everyone for a visit to the regional Sikh community, which meets on the LAST Sunday of each month in their temporary Gurdwara. We will listen to Indian music and recitals from the Guru Grant Sahib (sacred book) followed by a vegetarian meal at about 5.30 pm. Today the Sikh Community will celebrate the Foundation of the Sikh Order of the 'Khalsa'.
Please be prepared to take off your shoes and cover your head with a cloth (can be handkerchief).
Everyone is welcome. The beginning time is rather flowing. Sikh contact: Amrik Sagoo, phone 01223 232 519.
Venue: Arbury Centre, Campkin Road (near Arbury Road)
Sun 29 Apr: Introduction to The I Ching (A Three-Week Course of Workshops), 4:30pm
Week 1 - Sunday 29th April 2007 starting at 4:30pm:
The Eight Trigrams & Coin Divination
Week 2 - Sunday 6th May 2007 starting at 4:30pm:
Yarrow Stalk Divination
Week 3 - Sunday 13th May 2007 starting at 4:30pm:
The Sixty-Four Hexagrams
Workshops will last about one hour, and will be followed by tea &
biscuits. Course fee: 7 pounds for all 3 workshops. Places are
limited, so advance booking is strongly recommended.
For further information, or to reserve a place, please call Tim Goodwin on (01223)
412 411, email us, or book online: www.libra-aries-books.co.uk/events/
VENUE: Libra Aries Books - Cambridge's Alternative & Spiritual Bookshop, 9 The Broadway, Mill Road (just over the bridge), Cambridge CB1 3AH - Tel: (01223) 412 411
Ralph's Positive Hour (from Tue 2 April '07):
The Healing Power of Voice and Sound Vibration with Carolin Comberti - Vocal-Ease
This show was available 24 / 7 on www.209radio.co.uk from Wednesday morning 3rd Apr. until Tuesday night 1st May '07.
Carolin is a singer, voice teacher & sound healer from Audley End / Saffron Walden. She has studied the mystery of sound and the amazing effects of projecting sound with intention into the body or into the environment. She works with individuals, classes, spaces, and sees her task in healing the earth along geomantic earth energy lines. Read more about this show
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Sat 5 May: introductory Talk & Tour @ Cambridge Steiner School,11am to 1pm
The Cambridge Steiner School invites all interested for a visit (next one will be Sat. 2 June).
The event begins with a talk at 11.05 am and is followed by a tour of the school and one of the kindergartens. Read more at their web site:
www.cambridge-steiner-school.co.uk
Venue: Cambridge Steiner School, Meadowlands, 662 Newmarket Road (opp. Ditton Lane), Cambridge, CB5 8RS, tel: 01223 415492.
There seems to be a lot of transformative energy around this spring. And there are some amazing people out there! This party provides an opportunity to meet spiritual / healing / interesting and inspiring people.
A unique chance for quality networking - and soul connections. As before, Spirit will guide the right people to come....
Meet Ralph, Vitalija, old & new friends, other users of Rainbow Network Cambridge + listeners of "Ralph's Positive Hour".
Read more...
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road / bridge, CB1 2AZ, Cambridge [web map]
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Sun 6th May; "WHALE BEING Wisdom Healing" 10am-12noon
It is the first time this energy has been given to the public as a group.
Having just received an attunement from swimming with humpback whales, I will be explaining how the whales have guided me to this point.
Come and dive deep into a group meditation with the Whales.
This is an opening of the Heart like never before.
A first for Cambridge, a blending of a new consciousness. For any enquiries please contact me e.mail
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Cost: Ten Pounds
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road, CB1 2AZ, Cambridge [web map with arrow]
7 - 13 May '07: Heart of The World Festival Cambridge
A celebration and exploration of music and culture from around the world
Many extraordinary events are happening this week (see all at www.heartoftheworld.co.uk/) with a particular focus on Africa, Eastern Europe and the Middle East - outstanding quality.
For example:
Wed 9th May: To The Heart Of The Matter – Is “world music” a relevant term in today’s globalised culture? (Discussion), 6-7pm FREE
This discussion event is free and open to everyone as part of the Heart of the World Festival but advance booking is advisable, reserve seats by booking online at www.theRSA.org/events or 020 7451 6868
Categorising music can be a contentious issue, what do we mean by the term "world music" and how useful is this in the context of an increasingly globalised culture? This event will provide a thought-provoking discussion and informative introduction to this year’s Heart of the World, led by leading journalist Nigel Williamson, of Songlines and The Times. Singer Reem Kelani will join Nigel to discus this topic. As well as performing at the festival Reem will be running a series of workshops with local schools, youth and community groups.
Part of the Café RSA Series, organised in partnership with Living East.
VENUE: Michaelhouse Cafe, Trinity Street, Cambridge city
Thu 10 May: London Bulgarian Choir + Chela (Cambridge Georgian choir), 7.30pm
Sponsored by www.movingtonenews.co.uk to raise funds for 209radio, Community Radio for Cambridge.
An evening of Eastern European voice with The London Bulgarian Choir, finalists in Radio 3’s Choir of the Year 2006 and Chela, Cambridge’s Georgian Choir. It is said, that Georgian singing is a bridge between this world and the next... Take a chance to explore the vocal landscape of two ancient choral traditions. Songs of love, war, hunting and celebration will make a wash of sound, touching the hearts of enthusiasts of world, classical and acoustic musics.
The London Bulgarian Choir will be led by Dessislava Stefanova. Chela, led by Derek Wilcox, will open the concert.
Tickets: On the door £12 / £10 (conc) - 01223 244604 / www.movingtone.com/tickets
VENUE: Emmanuel United Reformed Church, Trumpington STREET
13 May: Food and Craft Fair, 10-5pm
Food and collectables from Africa, Eastern Europe and the Middle East
VENUE: The Guildhall, City Centre
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Tonight we celebrate spring with some dances honouring the Pagan tradition. Please bring an open heart - everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic moments in our circle. No experience whatsoever required.
Cost: £4 - £6 (sliding scale according to your financial situation)
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road, CB1 2AZ, Cambridge [web map]
PS: a toilet is installed, and we'll have heating at Bharat Bhavan.
This open group invites lovers of the peace dances as well as complete newcomers who want to experience the spirit of community, singing dancing in a circle towards Oneness. It's simple - and it can be magic... why not try it out? Newcomers are always welcome to join us. Read more... (usually 3rd Saturday each odd month). Please bring some snacks. PC-Word.doc poster in A4
Cost: £6-£9 - Contact Ralph if you offer or need lifts:
VENUE: Methodist Church Eaton Socon -
web map with arrow
Sun. 20 May '07 Cottenham: MIND, BODY, SOUL AND CRAFTS. 10.30am - 4pm
Ralph will be there with a Rainbow Network stall - please visit me.
A nice mixture of MIND, BODY, SOUL AND CRAFTS - Reflexology, Hopi Candles, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Colour Analyst, Readers, Spiritual healers, Psychic Artist, Tarot and Runes, Various crafts. (Stalls are booked out.)
Admission: £2 - free for under 16yrs and over 65 yrs - FREE admission between 10.30 - 11.30am
More at OAKWOOD-EVENTS.CO.UK - TEL 01353 615824
Venue: Cottenham Village College, Cottenham, CB4 8UA, Cambs (6 Miles north of Cambridge)
Wed 23 May: TYVAN THROAT-SINGING Workshop 1 with RADIK TULUSH, 2.30-4.30 pm
Radik Tulush, Tyvan throat-singer & master musician (from yat-kha/huun-huur-tu) & Carol Pegg will give a workshop. Also Tuesday 29th May!
A unique chance to learn with Radik overtone-singing - the amazing vocal technique in which a single performer produces a drone with flute-like melody above it! Or try Tyvan fiddle playing! Carole Pegg will introduce Tyvan musical culture (with slides).
Cost: £8/£6 - See more under Friday 25th May & at www.innerasianmusic.com.
Venue: Michaelhouse Chancel, St Michael's Church, Trinity St.,
Ralph away to Sacred Arts Camp - see below
Fri, 25 May: TYVAN THROAT-SINGING & Music Concert, RADIK TULUSH & Carole Pegg, 7.30 pm
Journey with Radik Tulush, Tyvan throat-singer & master musician (from yat-kha/huun-huur-tu) to Tyva, where local people perform one of the oldest forms of music-making: overtone-singing. Deep growls topped by spectral overtone melodies in five different styles of throat-singing, as well as sweet sounding songs and masterly improvisations on a range of traditional instruments.
Carole Pegg, former lead singer and fiddle player with legendary 70s folk-rock band Mr Fox, established the trend for vocalist-fiddlers.
This promises to be an unusual concert - see more at www.innerasianmusic.com.
Cost: £10/£8 - Tyva: Spirits of My Land, 7-Star Records SSCD 51
Venue: Kaetsu Educational & Cultural Centre (New Hall), Huntingdon Road, Cambridge (01223 701955).
Tues 29 May: TYVAN THROAT-SINGING Workshop 2 with RADIK TULUSH, 7pm - 9pm
Radik Tulush, Tyvan throat-singer & master musician (from yat-kha/huun-huur-tu) & Carol Pegg will give a workshop. Also Wednesday 23rd May!
A unique chance to learn with Radik overtone-singing - the amazing vocal technique in which a single performer produces a drone with flute-like melody above it! Or try Tyvan fiddle playing! Carole Pegg will introduce Tyvan musical culture (with slides).
Cost: £8/£6 - See more under Friday 25th May & at www.innerasianmusic.com.
Venue:University of Cambridge, Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology,
The highlight of 2007:
Sacred Arts Camp - International Dances of Universal Peace & Voice Camp
Fri 25 May - Sat 2 June 2007 in the Chiltern Hills, south Oxfordshire.
Top teachers (Philip Tansen O’ Donohoe, Amida Harvey, Karima Saburowa, Matin Mize to name but a few) - up to 400 dancers from many countries - the biggest international peace dance event, near your doorstep! Have you ever sung and danced with 200+ dancers in concentric circles in the big top marqee? A moving experience beyond words... Amazing people - all age groups
Dances of Universal Peace, harmony singing, yoga, meditations, rituals, campfires, café,Wellbeing area, Sweat Lodge, hot-showers & MUCH more...
Cost: Waged adult over 26: £140 -
Young adult (19-26): £80 -
Teenager (13-18): £50 -
Child (5-12): £40 -
Infant (0-4): Free
Info & booking: Sacred Arts Camp www.sacred-arts-camp.org.uk
or call Gitta 01202 825450 or Diane 01297 33700
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Sun 10th June:"German Picnic" Sun 10th June, 4:15pm - 5:45pm - Venue & details
Thu 14 June: "GM FOODS & the Documented Risks to Health" by JEFFREY M. SMITH, 7pm to 9pm
Jeffrey is the author of 'Seeds of Deception and Genetic Roulette'.
The talk will include questions from the audience.
“The case presented is absolutely a smoking shotgun that should stop in its tracks any dabbling with GM foods, whether by individual families, food companies, or indeed nations.” -- Michael Meacher MP,
former Environment Minister.
VENUE: Emmanuel College, Queen’s Building, Lecture Theatre, St Andrew's Street, Cambridge city
Fri 15 June: "Sing for Life" with "Good Vibrations", 8pm
Good Vibrations = The Vibrant 60 Voice Cambridge Community Choir presents a vocal celebration of music from different traditions, guaranteed to warm your heart and soul!
Featuring Good Vibrations, The Lifecraft Singers,
percussionist Daniela McDermott, Chela (Georgian choir) & other musical friends.
All proceeds will go to Lifecraft, raising much needed funds to ensure the continued provision of vital services for people with mental health needs in Cambridge.
Tickets £6 /£4 concessions - Available in advance from Rowena Whitehead, Talking in Tune, 32 Harvey Goodwin Ave, Cambridge CB4 3EU - email: - tel 01223 573288
Venue: St Luke’s Church, Victoria Road, Cambridge
Sat 16 June: A One Day Insight Meditation Retreat with Rob Burbea in Cambridge, 10am-5pm
Registration: 9.30 am.
Cost: £8 in advance, £10 on the day (+ teacher Dana* / Concessions £5)
[Advance bookings by cheque payable to James Blake Retreat A/C, 45 Searle Street, Cambridge, CB4 3DB]
*The registration fee only covers running costs and travelling expenses. Teachers rely on the financial generosity of retreatants for their living; there will be an opportunity to offer contributions (dana) on the day.
Rob Burbea has been practising and studying Buddhist meditation and Dharma with teachers in England and the USA since 1985. He is currently Resident Teacher at Gaia House Meditation Centre in Devon.
Please bring your own cushion or stool and mat, if desired, (there are plenty of chairs), and a packed lunch (teas and coffees will be provided). If coming by car, Park and Ride is a way to avoid difficult and expensive parking in Cambridge.
Further Information: 01223 460966
Day retreats offer a chance to practise meditation and mindfulness in a supportive environment. The rhythm of such days includes alternate periods of sitting and walking meditation, and a teacher provides guidance through meditation instruction, a Dharma (teaching) talk, and a question and answer session. Beginners are offered additional instruction and assistance, while for experienced meditators the day is an opportunity to refresh and deepen their practice. Apart from the set times of communication, the retreats are normally held in silence.
Please note the dates for further Cambridge One Day Insight Meditation Retreats:
- November 3, 2007: Christina Feldman
- January 19, 2008: Martine Batchelor
- September/October 2008: Stephen Batchelor
Venue: Friends Meeting House, 12 Jesus Lane, Cambridge, CB5 8BA
Sat 16 June: "Just a Minute", 7-9pm
it’s about time...
Be part of just-a-minute, a global initiative to experience the power of a peaceful and
calm mind…starting with just one minute at a time.
Since its launch in September 2006
at Wembley Arena, it has reached over 100 countries world-wide. This unique event at
the Mumford Theatre marks Cambridge joining the j-a-m. www.just-a-minute.org -
International musicians, experts in meditation and in business provide an extraordinary combination to inspire you to access your inner peace, power and wisdom. It takes just-a-minute to change your world
FREE TICKETS! To obtain your ticket, please contact Mumford Theatre (tel. 0845 196 2320).
For more information call Inner Space: 01223 464616
- Percussionist and vocalist Adesose Wallace adds vibrancy to the evening through playing the African drums.
- Andrew Blissett from the spiritual band Bliss adds brilliancy through his playing of the grand piano
- Trishna Shah, an Indian Raag performer, opens the heart through singing and playing the tampora.
- Daphna Sadeh is a composer and double bass player, drawing inspiration from Jewish, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern traditions.
- Royal Academy of Music trained Inga Maria Klaucke will
be playing the recorder.
Speakers:
- Sister Jayanti travels widely as an international speaker, broadcaster and emissary for peace, European Director of the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University and their NGO Representative to the United Nations in Geneva.
- Geoff Marlow is a business advisor and executive coach helping people in organisations to work together more effectively, with 25 years of business experience.
Venue:: MUMFORD THEATRE, ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY, East Road, Cambridge, CB1 1PT
Mon 18 June: Peace Dancing in the Park, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Tonight we'll dance a selection of Ralph's favourite peace dances. Please bring an open heart - everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic moments in our circle. No experience whatsoever required.
No Cost - free event! More dancing...
Venue: Cherry Hinton Park, picnic area near the duck pond, Cherry Hinton Road
Tue 19 June Peterborough: "Last Man Out" - William Rodriguez, 9/11 hero, 7:30pm
CANCELLED! The venue, the Peterborough Bull Hotel, has withdrawn the permission to use their premises under doubious circumstances - see http://rinf.com/alt-news/911-truth/hotel-bans-911-hero/
"9/11 Peterborough" will be hosting the 9/11 hero, William Rodriguez, as part of his UK tour. It should be a great evening.
Voluntary contribution: £5.
VENUE: Bull Hotel, Peterborough
The 5th Cambridge Faith Fair is one of the highlights of the Cambridge Inter-Faith Group's programme (see www.cam.net.uk/home/interfaith) and a brilliant opportunity for visitors as well as exhibiting groups to get to know each other and to network in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. No fee for the stalls - nibbles, drinks and entry are free - thanks to Cambridge Community Development!
Still stall places available! read more - and see photos of previous fairs
Contact for booking a stall: David Willman, tel. 01223 276912 - e:
Venue: Guildhall, Market Place ('Small Hall', side entrance)
Fri 29th June: "Inter-Faith Group - Present & Future" - discussion, 19:45 for 8pm-9:45pm
- Does the Cambridge Inter-Faith group (see www.cam.net.uk/home/interfaith) meet the needs for inter-faith dialogue?
- Why does everyone say inter-faith work is important - but very few actually show up?
- How can the established religious groups in Cambridge be motivated to get involved?
- Any ideas for our autumn programme & the 'Celebration of Community'?
Everyone is cordially invited to come, shape the future of our group and share insights and inspirations.
Free of charge - donations are welcome
VENUE: Unitarian Church Hall, 5 Emmanuel Road (opp. central bus station), entrance Victoria STREET, Cambridge
Fri 13 July: "An Inconvenient Truth" free screening, 7.30pm
The Cambridge Quaker Peace group has arranged a showing of Al Gore's important film about climate change. A very warm welcome is extended to all who would like to see this very important film. After a brief introduction and a viewing of the film we hope there will be time for questions and discussion. Do come and bring your friends so that we can, together, discuss the challenges of climate change.
Do contact Liz Twose if further Information is needed: 01223 211528 - e:
Venue: Friends Meeting House, 91 Hartington Grove
Tue 17 July: "Fire The Grid" - heal our planet, 1 hour around 11:11amGMT (= 12:11noon summertime)
the Fire the Grid meditation starts at 12:11 our time, (=11:11GMT). More at www.firethegrid.org
Local organiser and contact: Carolin Comberti, sound healer, tel: 01799 520495 www.vocal-ease.co.uk -
VENUES: Ring Hill, Littlebury, Royston Cave, Wandlebury Ring & Bartlow mounds.
CANCELLED:
Sat/Sun 11/12 Aug: SPIRITUALITY IN THE PARK, 10.30 - 5.00
Our event at Milton Park has been cancelled due to the reluctance of our fee paying exhibitors to book due to the aweful summer we have experienced. We needed fee paying exhibitors to cover the costs for our free stands and entertainment etc.
I was interviewed on Sunday morning by Cambridge Radio who had said they would cover the event live, but maybe next year.
Please spread the word and we are saddened as any profit was to go to EACH the Milton childrens hospice
Love and Light - DEREK & TERRY
A weekend given to spirituality and healing. Natural therapies, remedies, organic and natural products, music, poetry, art, crafts, clairvoyants, mediums and healing irrespective of age, gender, religous beliefs, sexuality and politics. A chance to give yourself time out with like minded people. A chance to regain a grasp on true basics and enjoyment.
Ralph will be there Saturday (at the stall of the Subud Group Cambridge - www.cam.net.uk/home/subud/)
NO ADMISSION FEE, BUT YOU MUST BE PREPARED TO ENJOY YOURSELF. Domestic pets welcome too.
ALL CHARITIES are to be offered free space to promote their charity and to enjoy the company of similar minded folk. Exhibitors will pay £55 per day. All must provide their own cover and tables/chairs. No retailing of food nor camping will be allowed by the park.
Contact Derek or Terry at www.oakwood-events.co.uk - tel. 01353 615824
Venue: Milton Country Park Nature reserve, Cambridge Road, Cambridge, CB4 6AZ, 01223 420060
Sat.11 August: Inter-Faith summer party, 6pm-9pm
The Cambridge Inter-Faith group (www.cam.net.uk/home/interfaith) invites everyone cordially to an informal summer garden party - another opportunity to meet others in an informal atmosphere and talk about God and the world.
Please bring some drink (preferred non alkoholic) and food (preferred vegetarian)
If bad weather, we'll be indoors.
Venue: at Ralph Nimmann's home, 45 Walpole Road (near Cherry Hinton Road and Park), Cambridge CB1 3TH, phone: 510442.
Bus City1, City2 & City3 - venue details
Thu 16th Aug. '07: Dances of Universal Peace with Ralph, 8 -10pm
(3rd Thursday / month) Please bring an open heart - everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic moments in our circle. No experience whatsoever required. More about the peace dances
Cost: £4 - £6 (sliding scale according to your financial situation)
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road / bridge, CB1 2AZ, Cambridge [web map]
PS: come and view the building work progress in the hall!
Sat 18 Aug: Veggie Lunch & FREE taster of "Vedic Maths", 12 noon - 2pm
(Vedic Maths starts at 1p.m) - *Lunch: £3-50 adults, less for children
Book lunch by Fri 17 Aug: or ring: 07834-600 450
Vedic Maths breathed life into numbers and the decimal system at its best: the late Jagadguru Swami Sri Bharati Krsna Tirthaji Maharaja's priceless gift to humankind. (Jagadguru is world guru).
Vedic Maths has 16 sutras with some sub-sutras.
Example: 88 X 98 = 8624
The sutra VERTICALLY AND CROSSWISE can give the answer without using pen and paper.
As the numbers to multiply are both near 100:
88 - 12 (88 is 12 below the base 100, 98 is 02 below 100)
X 98 - 02
The 86 in the answer comes from subtracting crosswise: 88 - 02 = 86
(or 98 - 12 = 86: it is the same-different).
And the 24 in the answer is just 12 x 02: multiplying vertically.
So, 88 x 98 = 8624: Vedic maths is a wonder, unforgettable Read more about Vedic Maths
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (India House), ex-library, nr. railway bridge, Mill Road, Cambridge
Tue 28 Aug: Return of the Three Deeksha Givers! 7-9pm
We're very lucky to have Maria and Paul with us again in Cambridge on 28th. They have recently returned from the Golden City, and are freshly charged up with the presence of Amma and Bhagavan.
We recently held a Deeksha evening together for the first time and it was such a lovely event, powerful and profound, that we wanted to repeat it before Maria left UK.
So there will again be THREE DEEKSHA GIVERS on Tues 28th Aug. Please join us.
Cost: £7 or whatever you can afford. Bring a friend! Spread the word,.
Love and light - Fateh
VENUE: the Sukmani Centre, off Cutters Ferry / Elizabeth Way, Cambridge
Claire (and Caroline) are launching "Inspiral", a holistic natural living magazine for the Cambridge area on 10th of September.
This show was available 24 hours on www.209radio.co.uk until Tuesday night 18th Sept. '07.
Read more about this show
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NEW from 10th Sept.: INSPIRAL - a natural living magazine for Cambridge & surroundings
This new holistic magazine is feely available in the Cambridge area including Ely, St Ives, Huntigdon, St Neots, Royston, Saffron Walden, Haverhill, Newmarket and 25 more villages.
Please help with distribution from Friday 7th September!
WANTED: Complementary health centres, farm/organic/ health shops, Hairdresser's, Spa's & Beauty therapy centres, Cafes, Pubs and Restaurants. Tourist information centres, Gym's, Libraries and Garden Centres etc.
INSPIRAL will be available from around 10th of September 2007 - more on www.inspiralonline.com soon. Read more about INSPIRAL on the Healing & Health Page
INSPIRAL contact: Caroline 07816 286911 or Claire 07843 496297 or by e-mail:
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Fri 14 to Sun 16 Sept.: Living Circle (Dance) Camp, Norfolk
With option to extend to Wednesday 19th Sept. The camp is run by Brian Steere. The cost is minimal.
More info at www.livingcircle.net
and also on the Blog: http://livingcircle-dot-net.blogspot.com
Contact: Brian Steere and Cathi Nile, phone 01328 711142 e-mail:
Sat. 15th Sept. 2007: 2. Deutschsprachiges Picnic in Cambridge, 15:30 - 17:30 Uhr
All Germans and friends and everyone interested in German language and culture (and food) are cordially invited to come together. Wir werden uns bemühen, ausschließlich Deutsch zu sprechen.
Bitte bringt etwas zu essen oder zu trinken für's Picnic
Bei schlechten Wetter bitte ruft Ralph an Samstag ab 13 Uhr oder checkt die folgende Web Page:
More info see Deutsch in Cambridge
Sun Sept 16th: Cambridge's 2nd Local Natural Health and Psychic show, 10am-5pm
Highlights of the show in include:
Relaxing 'therapy terrace' to include, massage - foot reflexology - face reflexology - hopi candling - acupressure shiatsu - kinesiology - thai yoga massage - cranio therapy - foot detox bath - reiki - indian head massage & spiritual healing!
Also at the show: inspiring and beautiful music performances, talks, workshops, cafe, yoga classes, meditation chill out room, healing paintings, nutritionist's, herbalist, organic facials and beauty treatments, smoothie demonstrations, food intolerance testing, animal healing, aura photography, health supplements, crystals, gifts, jewellery, fair trade kids clothes, aromatherapy products, interesting books, mediums, psychics, numerologists, rune reader, automatic writing, angel readings, colour readings, palmistry and of course smiles, happiness and personal growth.
Ralph will also be there with a table about the
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Visitors can take in as little or as much as they wish , whatever they discover on the day is simply meant to be! There will be lots for you to sample, see, do and report about!!
The emphasis is on keeping everything local - local therapists helping local people.
Entry is £2 for adults, kids free
Organised by Claire & Caroline from Inspiral
Venue: Royal Cambridge Hotel , Trumpington Street / ring road, CB2 1PY
Sat 22 Sept: Silent Vigil for Peace, 11 am + 2.15 pm: Panel: "Why l am a Quaker"
The vigil in front of the Guildhall on the Market Square with information desk will last until 12 noon.
This event is the beginning of the Cambridge Quaker Outreach Week from 22 - 29 Sepember, 2007.
Quakers are an international faith group. They see that of God, or the Spirit, in everyone. In Britain they have no clergy or creed. They worship mostly in silence, and are dedicated to peace, equality and conservation of resources here and around the world. All ages are welcome.
12.30 pm: Open Lunch (free) @ Friends Meeting House, 12 Jesus Lane / Park Street, Cambridge
3.15pm: Tea/coffee and cakes
2.15 pm: Panel: Why l am a Quaker plus questions and discussion
3.45 pm: Short Meeting for Worship - all @ Friends Meeting House, 12 Jesus Lane, Cambridge
Sun 23 Sept Ely: NEW Quaker Meeting begins from today 10:30AM
As part of the Quaker outreach week a new Meeting is being launched in Ely.
EVERYONE is warmly invited to attend today - and on all following Sundays. More about the Quakers
Contact: 01223 357957
Venue: Ely Museum, The Old Gaol, Market Street, Ely, CB7 4LS
Dancing towards Oneness with Ralph & friends of the Dances of Universal Peace.
Ralph is a Quaker and chair of the Cambridge Inter-Faith Group. He believes, that the peace dances are a joyful way to create inner and outer peace. By singing and dancing to phrases from different religions, an openness and understanding for other religions and spiritul paths can develop. Prejudices may melt away and give way to a warm feeling for others. Singing and dancing are elementary creative expressions of our being. The participants of the Dances of Universal Peace are singing simple phrases and dance to them in a circle, usually with a gentle uplifting and transformative effect.
(This event is a private addition to the Quaker outreach week, an example of the many ways Quakers engage in community activities.)
Read more...
Everyone is welcome - no experience needed. Begin 12:30. Cost £10-15 (sliding scale)
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (India House), ex-library, nr. railway bridge, Mill Road, Cambridge
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Tue 25 Sept + 2nd Oct: "Muscles, Meridians & Magic - Kinesiology workshop, 6:30pm - 9pm
A 4-hour introductory Kinesiology workshop course with Suryamani (Ginny
Layton). The course costs 18 pounds (14 pounds concessions).
This workshop will teach you simple effective kinesiology techniques for
releasing stress, muscular tension, and some types of pain in yourself
and others. Through demonstration of muscle testing you will see and
feel the magic of the body in directing itself towards healing and
well-being.
Venue: Libra Aries Books, 9 The Broadway, Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 3AH, Tel: (01223) 412 411 - www.libra-aries-books.co.uk
Wed 26 Sep: "Eight Magickal Mandalas to Map Time onto the Spatial Plane" - a Workshop
on Wyrd Web Weaving, 6:30pm
2-hour workshop with Chaos Magician Orryelle Defenestrate-Bascule. The
workshop costs 5 pounds.
Eight Magickal Mandalas to Map Time onto the Spatial Plane, a Workshop
on Wyrd Web Weaving, in which Orryelle will be demonstrating techniques
from hir book "A Brief HIRStory of Time", and also presenting new images
from Conjunctio, a Graphic Grimoire in progress, to be published next year.
Venue: Libra Aries Books, 9 The Broadway, Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 3AH, Tel: (01223) 412 411 - www.libra-aries-books.co.uk
Thu 27 Sept: 'Sea of Faith' Meeting THE UNIFICATION OF WORLD FAITH, 7pm
David Ananda Heart will introduce his latest book THE UNIFICATION OF WORLD FAITH (Om Books 10.99).
Contact: Revd Frank Walker, 01223 874460
VENUE: Unitarian Church, Emmanuel Street / Victoria STREET, Cambridge city
Thu 27 Sept: "Inner Beauty, Inner Mystery, Inner Sparkle!" Begin 4-weeks course, 7pm
Inner beauty is not "phased" by physical defects, illness, ageing or death. It survives all things and can be enjoyed by ourselves (= enjoying "YOURSELF") - even when others are not appreciating us. Unlike prettiness or perfection, inner beauty does not attract undesirable attention. Quite the opposite in fact! - Inner beauty, depth and sparkle attract "more of the same" i.e. people and experiences that create an uplifting spiral of peace and joy in our life...
Led by Katja Milner & Michael Meredith. More info about this and other workshops at
www.sunflower-health.com/workshops.htm
Venue: Swavesey Village College
Fri 28 Sept: talk, chanting & meditation with Ven Samitha (monk from Sri Lanka) , 7-30pm
Ven Samitha is a monk from Sri Lanka and head of the Letchworth Dhamma Nikethanaya Buddhist Centre. A regular visitor to Cambridge he will offer a talk, some chanting and lead a meditation practice. Organised by the Cambridge Buddhist Society.
(NO Inter-Faith Group Meeting tonight!)
Friends Meeting House, 12 Jesus Lane, Cambridge
Sat 29 Sept: Al Gore's film : An Inconvenient Truth, 2.15 pm
The flm is preceded by an Open Lunch (free) at 12.30 pm and will be
followed by a discussion on climate change and how we might respond to it.
This event is part of the Cambridge Quaker Outreach Week 22 - 29 Sepember, 2007
Venue: Friends Meeting House, 12 Jesus Lane / Park Street, Cambridge
Sat 29 Sept: "The Path of the Shaman" talk by Anna Franklin, 6:30pm
Anna Franklin is a renowned author of dozens of books, including "Hearth
Witch", "The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Fairies", and the "Sacred
Circle" tarot deck. She also runs the Hearth of Arianrhod, publishes
Silver Wheel magazine, and organises the Mercian Gathering.
Her new book explores, from the perspective of native British shamanism:
the shamanic cosmos; the web of power; the shamanic crisis & becoming a
shaman; healing & soul work; working with the spirits of the land;
animal & plant allies.
Venue: Libra Aries Books, 9 The Broadway, Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 3AH, Tel: (01223) 412 411 - www.libra-aries-books.co.uk
Sun 30 Sept: film "JEWEL OF LIGHT" - THE REMARKABLE LIFE OF DADI PRAKASHMANI (1920 - 2007), 5pm
You are warmly invited to come to see a film honouring the life of Dadi Prakashmani. She was an example of 'inner victory and outer success'.
As head of the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University for nearly forty years, Dadi Prakashmani was an inspiration millions in their spiritual development.
Dadi visited Cambridge on two occasions. Once to open our Centre in Fen Road in 1995 and eight years ago she came to open "Inner Space"at 6 King's Parade. Perhaps you heard her speak at the Guildhall after the opening ceremony in 1999. All are welcome. More at www.cambridge.inner-space.org
Venue: Inner Space, 6 King's Parade, Cambridge, Tel: 01223 464616
Wed 3 Oct: : Inter-Faith Group visit the Cambridge Mosque during Ramadan, 6:30pm
The Cambridge Inter-Faith Group (ww.cam.net.uk/home/interfaith invites all to join in breaking the day's Ramadan fast at 6.30 pm at the Cambridge mosque.
Please come prepared to take your shoes off and women to cover your heads.
Afterwards men and women will be able to join together for discussion.
Our thanks to our Muslim brothers and sisters for inviting us to their celebration.
VENUE: Cambridge Mosque (Abu Bakr Siddiq Islamic Centre), 1 Mawson Road, off Mill Road, phone: 01223 350134 - web map on Streetmap.co.uk
Sat 6th Oct.: 2nd Sacred Harmonies - chanting workshop with Ralph, 2pm - 6pm
The human voice is a gateway to the soul. This voice workshop consists mainly of harmony chanting of Taizé chants & harmony chants from the Dances of Universal Peace. Learn & sing simple harmony chants, honouring various religious traditions (similar to Nickomo's "Harmonic Temple").
Everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic moments. No experience required.
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Venue: Friends Meeting House, 91 Hartington Grove (off Cherry Hinton Road, just behind the church) Cambridge, CB1 7UB =>George Fox Room
Mon 8 Oct.: "Science meets Faith" with Revd Dr John Polkinghorne - a Wesley Church Forum open to all, 19:45
This will be the inaugural meeting and will be followed by meetings on the second Monday of each month until June 2008. Revd Dr John Polkinghorne, KBE, FRS, will launch the Forum.
Refreshments will be served from 19:15 - see www.wesleycam.org.uk
VENUE: Wesley Methodist Church, Christ's Pieces, CAMBRIDGE, CB1 1LG (@ the roundabout Short Street / Maid's Causeway / Victoria Avenue / Jesus Lane)
Fri 12 Oct: "Georgian Song Workshop" led by Georgian Ethnomusicologist Joseph Jordania, 7:45pm-10pm
Georgian Choral singing is one of the wonders of the world's folk polyphonic traditions. It is a rich and varied singing tradition stretching back to the pre-christian era.
This workshop will give participants the experience of creating the wonderful resonant harmonies of Georgian song with a leading Georgian ethnomusicologist who has taught workshops in the UK and Australia as well as speaking at conferences in many parts of the world. Until his relocation to Melbourne, Australia, Joseph was teaching in the Tbilisi conservatoire, Georgia. He is a warm and generous teacher who leads a community choir in Melbourne and is highly skilled in working with people at all levels of vocal experience. We are delighted to host one of his few singing workshops on his visit to the UK this autumn.
During the workshop, we will have the opportunity to sing several Georgian songs. Joseph welcomes those less confident about their singing as well as more experienced singers.The ability to read sheet music is helpful as sheet music will be used - but it is not essential.
Organised by Talking in Tune Community Music. Cost £10, £8 concessions
To reserve a place, please send a cheque made out to Talking in Tune to 32 Harvey Goodwin Ave Cambridge, CB4 3EU (send an SAE if you wish us to send you tickets) or email
VENUE: St Paul's Church Community Centre, Hills Rd, Cambridge
Sun 14 Oct: SOUL AND SELF - discussion, 3.30 p.m.
Should Soul be thought of as a synonym for God? If so, should we think
of one Soul, rather than billions of souls? Should man be regarded as
spiritual, reflecting the one Soul, God, or as material, with each person
having a mind and soul of his or her own? Is our true selfhood
spiritual or material? Does our view of this affect our health and
well-being?
Bring your views on soul and self or come along to listen to others to this open, public discussion meeting.
Venue: Christian Science Reading Room, 96 Regent Street, Cambridge CB2 1DP.
More information from David, Cambridge 276912 or
Ralph's Positive Hour from Tue 18th September '07
Presenting the Presentors of 209radio for the FM launch (1st Oct.)
Today we have some of the many inspiring and enthusiastic 209radio presenters in the studio.
They are shortly introducing themselves and their shows and play some of their music.
Read more about THIS show...
This show sound archive was available 24 hours on www.209radio.co.uk from Wednesday 19th Sept. until Tue 16th Oct. midnight.
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Thu 18 Oct: Dances of Universal Peace with Ralph, 8 -10pm
(3rd Thursday / month) One Century, one decade and one year ago Samuel Lewis, founder of the Dances of Universal Peace, was born (18th of October 1896) in San Francisco. Tonight we'll honour his 111th birthday (that's 3 times "towards the One"!) with some of his original dances.
Please bring an open heart - everyone is warmly welcome to share some magic moments in our circle. No experience whatsoever required. More about the peace dances
Cost: £4 - £6 (sliding scale according to your financial situation)
Venue: Bharat Bhavan (Old Library), Mill Road / bridge, CB1 2AZ, Cambridge [web map]
PS: come and view the building work progress in the hall!
Sun 21 Oct.: afternoon walk with Prudence Jones, exploring esoteric symbolism in the layout and buildings of Cambridge, 1:30pm
for the Cambridge Jungian Circle, exploring the wealth of esoteric symbolism incorporated into the layout and buildings of Cambridge. We begin in the old Danish quarter and end at what once was
the Trumpington Gate. The two-hour walk starts at 1-30, covers roughly one
mile, and costs £10.
To book, send a cheque for £10, made out to 'Cambridge Jungian Circle', to
Gill Brown, 21 Whiteshot Way, Saffron Walden CB10 2AN.
Tel 01799 500808,
Sun 21 Oct.: "Mysticism Today", presentation by Melwyn Matthews & discussion, 3pm
Melwyn Matthews is the book author of "Both Alike to Thee".
VENUE: Wesley Methodist Church, Christ's Pieces, CAMBRIDGE, CB1 1LG (@ the roundabout Short Street / Maid's Causeway / Victoria Avenue / Jesus Lane) - see www.wesleycam.org.uk
Every Tue in Oct : Deeksha ! 7-9:30pm
The transfer of a beautiful and healing blessing. Step closer to peace and oneness. Deeksha, Oneness Blessing, is the transfer of an energy that helps make connections within, bringing wholeness and peace. Don't believe. Come forward with and try it. Then decide for yourself.
Cost: £7 or whatever you can afford. Everybody welcome. Bring a friend! Spread the word,.
Love and light - Fateh
VENUE: the Sukmani Centre, backdoor #68 off Cutters Ferry / Elizabeth Way, Cambridge
27 / 28 Oct. '07: 5th "We are opening up in sweet surrender" residential w/e
- dancing & singing towards Oneness
Divine Dancing - holding hands - touching hearts - nourishing the soul.
with Ralph & Vitalija, nr. Rickmansworth, NW of London
Why not spend a weekend with joyful singing and dancing and open up to the autumn abundance? Nourish your soul with heart-warming chants, fiery to meditative dances and meet wonderful people while dancing together in a circle.
Cost: only £22 to £35 for the w/e (- read more details here
Please let Ralph know by Monday 22nd, if you intend to come!
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Sat. 27 Oct. + Sat. 17 Nov: "Healing Through Voice and Sound" - Two-Day Light Voice Toning Workshop, 10.00am-4.00pm.
(The Healing Power of Sound Vibration). Teaching a system of eight Tones. Each Tone corresponds to a specific anatomical area of the body. Simple, Safe and Effective Self Help for:
* Strengthening the Voice
* Body Detoxification
* Emotional Balance
* Mental Clarity
* Intuitive Response
Cost: £ 110 for two days (includes refreshments and manual).
Venue: St Andrew's Hall, St Andrew's Road, Chesterton, Cambridge CB4 1DH.
Booking Essential by 21 September. Contact Rebecca Penkett , Tel. 07988
449918 Email: enquiries[AT]harpconnections.net
