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The Gathering Inn
Women Helping Women September 29, 2011
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Dear (Contact First Name),
New England in the Fall is a metaphor for transformation. The trees have brilliant leaves, moving into a time of dull colors and re-gathering energy, and finally re-emerging into new bright green growth in the Spring.
That's what The Gathering Inn is all about--taking time to rest, go inward, and be transformed and prepared for what new life is waiting to be birthed in you, for what is trying to emerge.
In addition to our always available private retreat options, we've recently had some wonderful events and workshops. If you missed them, check out the new offerings listed below to find the perfect renewal for YOU, and plan your time of rest and transformation.
Have an Awesome Autumn!
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Spirit Arts Weekend with Melissa Harris
Internationally Published Artist & Author
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Developing & Using Psychic Awareness ~ October 28th
Melissa has been a professional psychic for 30 years and discusses how she came to develop and enhance the natural tendencies she discovered as a child. With her quick wit, Melissa will share stories that will amaze and entertain you. Find out more and get registered!
Painting Outside the Lines ~ October 29th
Learn to access what it is you would like to express and find your own unique language in which to do it. In a safe atmosphere, discover what would like to emerge. Work through blocks and refine technique. For those with no experience as well as those who would like to improve existing skills. Students are encouraged to bring their own supplies or work from Melissa's basic materials. Find out more and get registered!
Spirit Essence Portraits ~ October 30th
Melissa tunes into you and in a 90 minute session does a watercolor painting of your unique essence as it appears to her in a semi-trance state. Learn what Melissa "sees" and own a Melissa Harris original painting. Limited to 5 appointments and there are only 3 left! Find out more and call for an appointment. Want to do it all? Stay the weekend! Call us for overnight accommodations. (978-820-1139)
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FREE Events:
Movie Night ~ October 7, 7pm
Whale Rider: "One of the most charming and critically acclaimed films of 2003, the New Zealand hit Whale Rider effectively combines Maori tribal tradition with the timely "girl power" of a vibrant new millennium."
Potluck & Guest Speaker ~ October 12, 6:30pm Come on over with a dish to share and learn about Reiki, a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing, from Jacqueline Sullivan of Red Fern Reiki and Massage Therapy. (Jacqueline will also be giving a Reiki certification workshop November 5-6.) Please give us a call to let us know you're attending. The Monthly Book Discussion Group has decided to take a sabbatical for awhile and give our eyes a rest. We may resume in the Spring. If you have an interest in a discussion topic or a specific book, please let us know and we'll consider scheduling an occasional get together.
While all of these events are FREE, a donation to the Inn would be greatly appreciated. And tax-deductible!
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Night Sky Stargazing Series
Constellation Recognition & Mythology, Friday, Sept. 30, 7:00-9:30pm (rain or shine)
Meteor Shower, Wednesday, November 16, 7:00-8:30 PM
Winter Solstice Celebration, Wednesday, December 21, 6:30-9:30 PM
Are you fascinated with the stars? Would you like to be more knowledgeable about the constellations? Do you know the mythology connected to the stars?
This exciting new series, facilitated by Gathering Inn regular, Tina Morin, is offering three opportunities to get out under the night skies and experience the magic and power of the stars while learning a bit more about our universe.
Make a great weekend this Fall by staying overnight and attending the Native American Medicine Wheel workshop the next day. Call 978-820-1139 and we'll set it up for you! |
Native American Medicine Wheel Workshop - October 1
Led by Les Eagle Wind Lambert.
 The Medicine Wheel, originating from Native American traditions, represents the sacred circle of life. While Working to build a permanent large outdoor Medicine Wheel, we will learn, among many other lessons, how it helps to bring clarity and new perspectives to all areas of our lives.
An optional Saturday evening potluck dinner and drumming circle, as well as overnight accommodations, are also available to make this event a true weekend retreat.
Find out more and get registered!
To get the most enjoyment from your weekend, plan to attend the Stargazing event Friday evening and then stay overnight for a front row seat on Saturday morning. (The Stargazing event is offered independently by Tina Morin and is not part of the Medicine Wheel workshop.)
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Kairos Living in a Chronos World ~ October 14-16
Joan Borysenko says "In Greek, chronos means "clock time". Kairos means "the eternal present". Now is where chronos and kairos meet, creating a space of limitless possibility. Greek Orthodox priest Killistos Ware, says "The present moment is where time touches eternity."
Do you sometimes feel like the White Rabbit from Alice in Wonderland- with the clock dictating how fast you move, where you go, what you do? In what ways does your relationship with time impact the quality of your daily life? How might your life be different if you could break free from this bondage to clock time?
Join us for a weekend of sacred time. Discover how to break free from the limitations of time by learning to live life on the basis of eternity, rather than the temporal man-made standards of the world.
Get the details!
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Level 1 Reiki Certificate Training ~ November 5-6
Receive training from Jacqueline Sullivan, LMT/RMT, of Red Fern Reiki and Massage Therapy of Shrewsbury, that will allow you to help increase overall health for yourself and others. Reiki is now the most widely used & fastest growing complementary therapy in the U.S. Find out more and get registered. Note: Jacqueline will be our guest speaker at our Free Potluck Dinner on Wednesday, October 12th, at 6:30 PM. |
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Fall Yoga in the Studio
On-going: All Level Hatha Yoga: This popular class with Jen Baum continues on Mondays at 7pm. (find out more.)Something New: Moving Mantras: Music, Movement, Spiritual Practice with Phyllis Pomerleau begins Tuesday, September 13th, 9:00-10:00 AM. This 8-week class will strengthen and stretch your body while getting you in touch with your soul. Sacred chants, attunement with your own inner rhythms, experience harmony and unity with universal vibrations, optimize physical benefits. (find out more.) Yoga for Healing with Phyllis Pomerleau begins September 15th at 7:00-8:15 PM. We are all healing on some level, whether psychologically, emotionally or physically. This class will incorporate restorative yoga, gentle movement, breath work, imagery and meditation. Come relax, refresh, renew, and allow natural healing to take place. (find out more.) |
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Take a Look at Our Nook - Opening October 1
On October 1st we will be opening our new Gift Nook. We will have items from various local artists including woven items, hand made journals, jewelry, and much more. Come in and get some Holiday presents checked off your list or just something yummy for yourself.
The Gift Nook will usually be open during regular office hours and most events at the Inn, or by appointment. To be sure, call ahead at 978-820-1139 and leave a message for our Gift Nook Manager, Shari Fife. |
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk ~ Oct. 23rd
How far will you go to end breast cancer? Saving lives from breast cancer starts one team, one walker, and one dollar at a time. Join us, and together we will create a world with less breast cancer and more birthdays.
Join The Gathering Inn Team, help us meet our goal, promote our Inn, get the T-shirt!
Get more information, join the team or make a donation. Or ALL OF THE ABOVE!
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Memorial Meditation Garden Dedication
We recently held the dedication of our beautiful Memorial Meditation Garden. Over 25 people attended and 13 women's names now grace the walls of our Garden. The reading of the poem "These Are The Women We Come From" was a moving tribute to the legacy of the women who have gone before us and gifted our lives with so much love and wisdom.
The Memorial Meditation Garden is always open. Feel free to park in our driveway and stroll down to sit, reflect, listen to the water fountains gurgle. Maybe add a contemplative walk in our Labyrinth.
This is an on-going project. There is plenty more room on the garden walls for new names, so if you want to have your Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Friend remembered and honored, please contact us.
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| So many opportunities to learn, to grow, to connect. Won't you take advantage of them? And of course, don't forget that our primary mission is to provide individual women like YOU a place to retreat from the world, be in stillness and tranquility, and re-connect to your spiritual core.
We can't wait to see you at the Inn!
Sincerely,
Barbara Leclerc
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Merry's Musings
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A Rock, a Twig,
and a Feather!
(Recently we had a beautiful day dedicating the Memorial Meditation Garden. About 25 people gathered to honor the women in their lives who have passed on, but who have left a model to pattern our lives after and a legacy of love. This message was part of the dedication ceremony. Each person present was given a little bag to fill with a rock, a twig, and a feather as a remembrance. You'll see why if you read through the following words.)
"What do we owe the women in our lives... those we've come here to honor today and those who have gone before them? Who would we be without the influence of generations of women?
Each of us had or have mothers who taught us the essence of life, and they were taught by their mothers, and their mothers before them, and all the way back through centuries, and ages, and eons, to the beginning of time.
They were the vessels for ancient wisdom, for knowing and being connected to our ultimate feminine parent, Mother Earth. They knew...
Read more...
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