 810 W 36th Street
Baltimore, Maryland, 21211
410-235-7323
hours: Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
www.breathebooks.com
Susan L. Weis, proprietress
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Hello all,
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Here you will find all of August's events, plus our breathe deep series, special events and our on-going classes, workshops and a list of our practitioners.
You can use the links on the right, under Events Calendar, to navigate to a particular week or section.
Our weekly emails will continue to highlight upcoming events, and will link here to show you all that the month has to offer.
For more information please call or email us: oracle@breathebooks.com or 410-235-7323.
Thank you!
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AUGUST 1 - 7
Wednesdays, July 28 - Sept. 1, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Pathways Wellness & Personal Coaching
with Maria Klusewitz  Maria blends science with spiritual practices, using
enneagram personality-typing combined with goal-setting, meditation and
journaling, in her coaching practice. We'll help you clarify where you are,
what you want and how to get there.
Life Coach Maria Klusewitz uses her 15 + years as an
analytical chemist to demystify spiritual practices such as meditation,
breathwork, yoga, and mindfulness so you can understand and use these practices
to peel away the layers that you currently use to define yourself -- to find out
who you truly are and map out a plan to get you where you want to be. Cost:
$50 per week; $225 if paid in advance. Must attend all five weeks. No drop-ins
for this class.
Thursdays, August 5 & 19, 6:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. Yoga Nidra with Dr.
Gina Sager Yoga nidra (yogic sleep) is a state of heightened
wakefulness and greater consciousness. The deep physical relaxation allows the
release of energy blocks, muscle tension and subtle emotional blocks, which are
a result of unprocessed, suppressed or unwelcome emotions and experience. Yoga
nidra offers deep physical, emotional, mental, physiologic and metabolic rest
-- the perfect antidote for the way we live today! Cost: $20
Saturdays, August 7 &
21, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Psychic Readings with Jael
Jael was gifted with her psychic sense at a young age and learned to listen to
the "higher-ups" who flowed information through her. She uses her intuition and
instinct along with her gifts of clairvoyance to convey messages to help guide
you on your path and answer questions and concerns. Cost: $45, 30 min; $85,
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AUGUST 8 - 14
Sunday, August 8, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Writing Workshop with
Justin Kramon Justin Kramon, author of the new novel Finny, will lead a seminar for
beginning writers on ideas, tips, and experiences related to getting published.
Justin provides great information for writers just starting out, such as how to
write query letters to agents, where to find magazines that will publish your
work, how to win grants and awards, etc. The talk draws from his internet project. Justin will sign
copies of his novel following the workshop. Cost: free Monday, August 9, 7 p.m - 8:30 p.m. Baltimore IONS
ExplorersJoin our monthly general discussion about topics of interest
to Noetic Science. Baltimore IONS explores the mysteries and potential of human
consciousness! Meetings are on the 2nd Monday of the month, and the IONS book
club meets on the 3rd Monday of alternating months. Everyone is welcome!
Facilitated by Larry Bohlen and Susan Weis. Cost: $5 suggested donation Wednesday, August 11, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Who Am I and Why
Am I Here? with Sharon Kay and Robin Mandley Are you curious about who you really are and why you are
here on Earth at this auspicious time? Join Sharon and Robin for an interactive
workshop as they share information from one of the foremost teachers of our
time, Patricia Diane Cota-Robles and the Beings of Light from the Realms of
Illumined Truth that may help answer these burning questions. The evening will
end with a group meditation. Cost: $10 Thursday, August 12, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Empathic Angel Readings and Karmic Astrology with Julie Madill: Individual SessionsAngel readings help connect us to our higher selves and the
energies around us. They awaken our
intuition so we can identify and interpret signs and symbols. Astrology gives
us the tools to identify prior life gifts and talents, as well as make
conscious blocks and karmic patterns. Dreams are messages from the unconscious
that help identify our fears and desires, and can even be prophetic. Learning to listen to our more subtle selves
allows us to find peace and happiness in any circumstance. Julie is a highly empathic and intuitive person who is very
in tune with the body. She has decades
of experience as a yoga teacher/student and is a certified karmic astrologer
and angel healing practitioner. Cost: Angel readings: $50/ half-hour, $80/
hour Astrology or combo: $100/hour, $125/ hour and a half. Thursday, August 12, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. LIONAID Benefit -- Discussion and Film Join conservationist Rob Primmer and holistic teacher Kari
Noren-Hoshal for an informative benefit presentation on the alarming reduction
in numbers of lions in Africa from 1960 to present. Rob will speak about the
significance of lions in spiritual and political symbolism over the ages; Kari
will talk about her recent spiritual journey to visit the White Lions of
Timbavati, South Africa. The evening will culminate in a showing of the documentary
film Return of the White Lion. The book The Mystery of the White Lions by Linda
Tucker will be available. Cost: $15; donations welcome |
AUGUST 15 - 21
Monday, August 16, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Channeling the Great Mothers with
AuroraAurora offers us messages given to her from the Great
Mothers, including Gaia, Hera, Kwan Yin and others. Come with questions or just
listen to the messages and calls to action. Cost: $15 Tuesday, August 17, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Breathwork Talk with David Allen Breathwork can be a very powerful tool for personal growth
and understanding when used for more than "surviving." David will share a basic
overview of his classes. You will also get to experience short seated breath
exercises and hear about ways to use breath in everyday situations. David
brings 25 years of facilitating work groups in the business world and has
taught a wide variety of topics to people in the business world and community
at large. Visit his website for more information.
You don't need to have any "formal" breathwork experience to attend and
everyone is welcome to be part of this free, fun and interactive event. Cost:
free Tuesday, August 17, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. breathe Women's
GroupWe meet to share experiences and offer support to women in transitional
times, whether it's leaving a relationship or a career, finding a new path in
life, or searching for your tribe. Bring a small dish/dessert/beverage to
share! Cost: donations appreciated.Wednesday, August 18, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Deep Journaling with Christine
Stewart In a quiet space, participants will respond to questions,
prompts, images, objects, or music through writing. The goal is to pause to
appreciate all that we've accomplished and consciously choose to deepen the
experience of the weekend ahead. We write in silence, in the same way a group
gathers to sit in meditation together. In this way, everyone will leave more
centered and ready to enjoy the coming weekend. We will always end with a gratitude
list. (This class may be extended for several weeks if participants are
interested). Christine Stewart is program director for arts in education,
literary arts, and children's events with the Maryland State Arts Council, and
director of Maryland's Poetry Out Loud program. A former artist-in-residence
with Creative Alliance in Baltimore, Ms. Stewart is the founding director of
the successful Write Here, Write Now workshops and has taught at Carver Center
for Arts & Technology, the Odyssey Program at Johns Hopkins, and the
Baltimore Museum of Art. Some of her publications include Poetry, Ploughshares,
Blackbird, and The Cortland Review. Cost: $20 Thursday, August 19th & Saturday, August 21st, 12
p.m. - 6 p.m. Angel Readings and Soul Coaching with Christine Schreibstein Angel readings are insightful, joyous and healing. The angelic realm works
through the both of us to offer guidance as well as empowering exercises for
you to take your power and sense of worthiness back. A coaching session
presents a variety of ways for you to lets doors that are already opened to
become more visible. Christine is a certified Soul Coach, Archangel Therapist
and Licensed Crystal Therapist. She has been trained in the healing modalities
of Reiki, IET, Kwan Magnified Healing. Cost: 30 minutes, $50; 60 minutes,
$90; 90 minutes, $140 Friday, August 20, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Learn the Basics of
Nichiren BuddhismSpend an evening learning everything you want to know about
Buddhism with Soka Gakkai International (SGI). Learn the practice of chanting
Nam Myo Ho Renge Kyo. See www.Sgi-Usa.org. More info call Kristin at
410-340-8431. Cost: free |
AUGUST 22 - 28
Wednesday, August 25, 7 p.m. - 8:30
p.m. Ritual Creation with Kerry Kurowski  Rituals are symbolic actions and procedures that express and
manifest our desires or intentions. We'll discuss the process of designing
rituals for individuals, the senses, preparation, focused intention,
overall structure, methods of raising energy, the spiritual/ magical, and the
application of the scientific method. Kerry has been a member of Ordo Templi
Orientis since 1995 and presently serves as US Grand Lodge Secretary of the
Eccelsia Gnostica Catholica (Gnostic Catholic Church), High Priestess of
Infinite Stars Chapter of RoseCroix and was master of William Blake Lodge from
2001-2008. Cost: $20 Saturday, August 28, 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. books & bagels book club
with Susan Weis Our August pick is Jeff in Venice, Death in Varanasi, by
Geoff Dyer. A story of a man finding himself, losing himself and finding
himself again in that loss, it is achingly sad in places, surprisingly funny at
times, and overwhelming beautiful in the end. Attendees get 20% off club picks.
Cost: $9; coffee and bagels provided by Common Ground. |
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Individual Ayurvedic Life Style Consultations
Susan Weis
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these private consultations, we determine your dosha and any imbalances
you may have in order to create a plan to restore you to full harmony
and balance. Learn how to come back to your natural mind-body
constitution through food choices and nutrition, daily routine,
behavior, exercise, career choices and more. Cost: $150 for one and a
half hours. Please call 410-235-7323 to schedule your appointment.
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Travel with us to Journey into Healing. Immerse yourself in Ayurveda with Deepak Chopra and Wayne
Dyer in San Diego!
September 10 - 16, 2010
Taking Sign Ups Now!!
Dr. Wayne Dyer
 | Journey Into Healing is a rare opportunity to expand your
understanding of the field of integrative medicine and Ayurveda with some of the
world's most renowned experts, including Drs. Deepak Chopra and David
Simon, and a team of guest experts. They will guide you on a powerful
journey into healing that fuses the ancient wisdom of the East with the
discoveries of modern Western medicine. Learn practical tools for
letting go of stress, healing emotional and physical illness, and
restoring balance .
Explore Mind-body Healing in Southern
California
The Journey into Healing workshop, will take place in the
luxurious accommodations of the Sheraton Dr. Deepak Chopra
 | Carlsbad Resort & Spa.
Overlooking the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, the Sheraton is a
newly built resort with light-filled Mediterranean architecture,
gorgeous guest rooms, and a tranquil seaside atmosphere.
September is
one of San Diego's most beautiful months, with the ocean waters and air
still warm with the summer's sunshine. Each day you will enjoy sunrise
and sunset meditations surrounded by tropical flowers, natural beauty,
and the sound of ocean waves that have crashed upon the shores for
thousands of years.
Conveniently located just 30 minutes from the
San Diego Airport, the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa is also only
minutes away from the area's renowned boutiques, golf courses, pristine
beaches, and fine restaurants.
You can learn more about this wonderful event here.
Because I am a Chopra Center teacher, if you register through me you will receive a significant discount.
Cost for this event (not including air fare or hotel) is: $1,375 (August 1 deadline). You will save $500 - $1,000 off the enrollment price!
Call or email me: 410-235-7323; susan@breathebooks.com,
for information or to sign up! We will all fly together to San Diego
and stay at the Sheraton. Room rates are $169 -- and you can share a
room to save on costs!
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breathe deep residential retreat
with Amadea Morningstar
Ayurvedic Cooking and Lifestyle Weekend
Join us on Friday - Sunday,
October 8 - 10 in Frederick, Maryland for this weekend Ayurvedic workshop with the leading Ayurvedic Cookbook author Amadea Morningstar.
Enjoy
a relaxing weekend of HEALING WITH AYURVEDA with Amadea Morningstar, author of The Ayurvedic Cookbook and other books. Learn how
to cook  directly from Amadea using Ayurveda to balance your life and
health. Understand more about your constitution and how to work with it
skillfully, in a beautiful retreat environment. The weekend will include:
Ayurvedic Polarity Yoga; Ayurvedic self care methods; meditation, yoga
nidra; chanting and spending time in the organic garden; as well as some
free time to rest, relax and explore. Private consultations with Amadea
are also being offered throughout the retreat. Some sessions will be co-taught by Susan Weis.
** Cost: After August 1, $465. Cost includes six
meals and light snacks; double room in our 150-year-old farmhouse or
near-by sister house; access to organic garden and surrounding land,
stream and spring house. Retreat begins Friday afternoon at 5 p.m. and
concludes Sunday at 3 p.m.
** Non-resident (commuters) Cost: $380
We require a $200 non-refundable (as of August 1) down payment to secure
your place. Please indicate if you want to attend as a
resident or if you will be commuting. The balance must be paid off by September 1.
Please call 410-235-7323 or
email Susan@breathebooks.com to register.
Amadea Morningstar,
MA, RPP, has been working with food, energy and healing for 30 years,
and with Ayurveda for over two decades. She is an internationally
recognized author, teacher, and registered polarity educator (RPE) and
registered polarity practitioner (RPP). Her books on Ayurvedic healing
have been published in a variety of languages. She holds a BS in
nutrition and an MA in counseling. Her most recent book is The Ayurvedic
Guide to Polarity Therapy. Amadea has a private practice in Santa Fe,
New Mexico, offering Ayurvedic Polarity Therapy and nutrition education.
Susan
Weis, owner of breathe books, is a Chopra Center Certified Instructor
of Ayurveda and has taken two Ayurvedic Cooking intensives with Amadea,
at Kripalu and in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Susan offers cooking classes,
Ayurvedic Perfect Health classes and well as private consultations.
Susan is currently in training with The Chopra Center to perform
Ayurvedic diagnosis in addition to Life Style consultations.
The resident retreat is full, but are now taking names for resident wait list. We still have room for commuters (ask us for a list of local hotels).
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WEEKLY CLASSES, MEETINGS and SESSIONS
Sundays, 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Lotus Heart Meditation Group
Classes in stress reduction via guided sitting and walking meditation followed by short readings and discussion. Special emphasis on group support for job seekers. Everyone is welcome! Cost: $5 donation
Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays: Psychic Readings with Aurora
Aurora Gabriel
 | Aurora is a Psychic, Spiritual Gardener and Animal (pet) Reader. Her abilities allow her to receive and convey messages from energies and spirits to help you more clearly define and understand your path, goals, relationships, and past lives. Get direction in these uncertain times. Cost: $55 for 1/2 hour; $95 1 hour. Times: Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5p.m., Monday: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m., Wednesday: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. |
Sundays, August 1 - 29, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Gay Women's
Alcoholics Anonymous
Meeting. (Meets in breathing space, carriage house
behind the bookstore)
 This is
an open discussion
group that is a safe space for all women. The meeting follows a
traditional AA format including reading from literature, no cross
talk
and self supporting through our own contributions. Come celebrate
sobriety and spirituality in the cute little house behind breathe books!
On-going meeting.
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Sundays, August 1 - 29, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Recovery from Food Addiction
 Recovery from Food
Addiction (RFA) is a fellowship of food addicts dedicated to physical,
spiritual and emotional recovery achieved by abstaining from addictive
eating and by living the twelve steps of recovery
to the best of our ability. We follow a food plan that eliminates
the addictive substances, volume eating, and stops the craving. Freedom from the overwhelming sense of failure, from shame, from guilt,
and from excess weight can now be ours. We now have hope. We can live in recovery: physically, spiritually, and emotionally. Approved literature for this program is Food Addiction: The
Body Knows, by Kay Sheppard, From the First Bite, by Kay
Sheppard, Alcoholics Anonymous and Twelve Steps and Twelve
Traditions. For more information, call Sheri at
443-745-6970 or
Karen at 443-851-1326. Meets in second wind, side door entrance from the porch.
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Sundays, August 1 & 15, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. A Course in Miracles Discussion & Study Group with Pamela Silberman (see our website for dates, www.breathebooks.com)
 A Course in Miracles is a complete self-study spiritual
thought system. As one of the premier influences within the self-help
movement, its three-volume curriculum consists of a Text, Workbook for
Students, and Manual for Teachers. Overall, ACIM teaches that the way
to universal love and peace is by practicing forgiveness. The Course
focuses on the healing of relationships and translating our interactions
from hurt to healing.
Pamela Silberman is the
author of the book Simply Being: One Year with Spirit and has
been studying A Course in Miracles for over 15 years. Her websites www.simplybeing.net and www.bethelove.us offer practical
application of basic Course principles. Cost: donation
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Mondays, August 2 & 16, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sound/Energy Healing and Aura Cleansing with Tibetan Singing Bowls, Individual Sessions with Margit Willems
 Imagine the bowls purifying your system and bringing it back into alignment, easing tension, removing blockages in the chakras, working in harmony and triggering self-healing. Margit also offers Aura Work with Singing Bowls, in which the sounds of the singing bowls are used to protect, strengthen, and heal the aura. Please wear comfortable clothes. Cost: Sound massage $95 1 hour; $75 Students; Sound massage with aura work $125, 90 min; Aura work, only $55, 45 min.
Mondays, August 2 - 30, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. True Names Zen Buddhist Meditation
True Names sits in the Vietnamese Zen tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh, and includes sitting mediation, both silent and guided, and walking meditation. A dharma discussion follows. Cost: donation. All are welcome! |
Please email oracle@breathebooks.com or call 410-235-7323 to make an appointment or to sign up for classes. If less then four people sign up, a class might be canceled. thank you! |
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