 Vibrant Visions International's Calendar of Events & Top Picks
Scroll down to see Verena's Top Picks from our VIBRANT VISIONS INTERNATIONAL ONLINE CALENDAR which is updated daily*. NOTE: All events are subject to change. Please call and confirm event details prior to traveling. Contact us if you receive conflicting dates or data. Thanks! *Go to the Vibrant Visions International LLC website and click on "Calendar of Events" and scroll through our calendar. Contact information and registration information is also listed per event. Calendar listings also includes events hosted by professional associations such as the New Jersey Professional Coaches Association (NJPCA), New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners (NJAWBO), Institute for Sustainable Enterprise (ISE), etc. Please also check their websites for latest details.
Newsletters are now archived: Check them out via "Newsletter Archive" on our new website.Appointments: Please feel free to make your private coaching appointment or complimentary assessment with Verena directly via our Online Appointment Scheduler. Please note that Verena's Vibrant Visions International LLC offerings are listed and described separately above in this newsletter and maybe listed below in Purple. Additional listings are in red.
Photo: Verena Visser Aibel and Luis Miguel Trujillo, coach visiting from Colombia through Rotary International.
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Can One Hour Really Change Your Life? 
Have you repeatedly tried fixing something, trying to get something, trying to be someone (else), and still don't like what you see or feel? Is sustainability a foreign word to you? Are you somedays "great!" and other days "so-so"? Do you feel invisitble because no one seems to listen to you or notice when you are trying to make a contribution? Have you had enough? If you answered "yes" to any of the above questions, maybe it's time to connect with us and set up your personal, complimentary, one-hour "Power to Change" conversation with Verena or join us during one of "Power to Change" teleclasses. What do you have to lose? Imagine what you could gain... Contact info:. Verena@VibrantCoach.com or 201-487-6910. Complimentary Group Teleclasses Schedule: 5/12/11 (Thursday) 8-9 pm EST 5/17/11 (Tuesday) noon - 1 pm EST 5/27/11 (Friday) noon - 1 pm EST 6/3/11 (Friday) noon - 1 pm EST Photo: The Garden Path in Millburn, NJ ******************************************************************* Groups Forming! Interest in "becoming the change you wish to see?" One-on- one and Groups forming, locally and virtually. Contact Verena directly and see what's best for you! Call Verena at 201-487-6910 or email her at Verena@VibrantCoach.com. Photo: Two pink flowering trees outside the offices of Vibrant Visions International, Hackensack, NJ ***************************************************************
Mark Sganga & Friends Play R&B, Blues & Jazz
First Friday of each month: THE OLD 76 HOUSE, 8-11 pm; 110 Main St, Tappan NY, 10983-2427; 845-359-5476
Second & Fourth Thursday of each month: Palmer's Crossing@ The Clinton Inn, 145 Dean Dr, Tenafly, NJ 07670, (201) 871-3200.
Along with Mark's longtime partner in crime Larry D'Albero, bass & singing the blues, we welcome the always awesome Pete Levin on keyboard (late of Paul Simon, Robbie Robertson, John Scofield, Gil Evans, you get the idea?). Terry  Silverlight returns on drums (George Benson, The Brecker Brothers, & Laura Nyro to name just a few). This is going to be great fun! No cover, good food & drink. Come join the fun! (Subject to change). For more information, contact Mark Sganga
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New Jersey Business Women Owners Wanted! Want to participate and contribute a chapter in New Jersey Women Mean Business! Big Bold Business Advice From 100 New Jersey Women Business Owners? Email Joyce at Joycerestaino@optonline.net today!
Photo: Verena and Joyce Restaino, Editor.
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New Jersey Association of Women Business Owner's (NJAWBO) Bergen Chapter Breakfast Networking
May 12, 2011 (Thursday): 8:00 - 9:30 am EST
Location: Panera's Bakery Cafe, 165 Route 4 West (in Kohl's Shopping Center), Paramus, NJ
Fee: Members: $10.00; Non-Members: $15.00 - CASH ONLY
For reservations and information, call the NJAWBO Bergen Chapter hotline at 201-444-8773, ext. 4 or e-mail Joanne Clark at jcwills@optonline.net or check out New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners-Bergen Chapter. Photo: Lucille Skroce, Matisse Chocolatiers/CAbi Consulant, and Verena at NJAWBO Lunch and Learn hosted by Lucille. Verena is wearing a jade top purchased from Lucille at her recent CAbi home party.
*************************************************************** "Driving Sustainability throughout the Enterprise" with Speaker, Fred Smagorinsky, CEO, Marcal Manufacturing, LLC, at the Institute for Sustainable Enterprise/CHRMS Breakfast
May 20, 2011 (Friday) 7:30 - 9:30 am EST Register: www.fdu.edu/forms/chrmsregister.html or email your rsvp to pniewski@fdu.edu Information: Call ISE/CHRMS at 973-443-8577.
Fee: $40 ($25 non profit organization members).
Photo: Verena and Meri Hannon, The Lane Group LLC ********************************************************************
Boomer Chick Adventure: Spring Kayaking on Atsion Lake Spring Kayaking on Atsion Lake, Shamong, NJ (Great for 1st -timers)
May 21, 2011 (Saturday) 10:30am -2pm (Rain Date: Sunday, May 22)
We will explore the beautiful environment of peaceful Atsion Lake in the NJ Pine Barrens. The lake offers pretty scenery with lush vegetation and tranquil waters. One-person kayaks and gear will be provided by Adams Canoe and Kayak rental s. Good for beginners and all levels of kayakers (except for non - swimmers) All beginners will receive a simple lesson before embarking on the lake. Bring your own bagged lunch
Fee: $45 Early Bird / $50 day of event
Registration and Early Bird payment Deadline: Monday, May 16, 2011. Directions and details supplied upon registration. Note: 5 participants minimum/12 max.
Contact: Patricia E. Osborne, PCCProfessional Certified Coach/Outdoor Retreat Leader
www.adventurecoach.com; patt.adventurecoach@verizon.net
609-953-0027 "Climb mountains, but bring a good guide."
Photo: Verena and Delphine on a tree swing, Dobb's Ferry, NJ
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Open Mic Night
May 21, 2011 (Saturday): Time: 8:00 - 11:30 pm EST
Location: Rest Stop Rejuvenate, 21 Maple Ave, Rockaway, New Jersey
www.reststoprejuvenate.com
Cost is $10 - $20 (donation). We are a gathering place for well-being. Upon entering you will find a living room atmosphere that nurtures and replenishes your wellbeing as soothing aromas fill the air and mood-enhancing music assists in addressing life's daily stress. Rest Stop Rejuvenate is a place that enhances life by bringing people together and offering enriching conversations, thought provoking exercises, transformational games, creative classes, workshops, and entertainment. When we care for and nurture ourselves we are better able to make choices that are not driven by the stress and discord of daily life. Information: Vicky at 1-862-209-1439. Photo: ******************************************************************** New Jersey Association of Women Business Owner's (NJAWBO)' Keys to Success Event - Verena offering laser coaching/1 card tarot readings May 25, 2011 (Wednesday): 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Hasbrouck Heights Holiday Inn, 283 Route 17 South Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604 Register & prepay for an opportunity to win fabulous prizes and participate in interactive events!
Keys to Success is a unique night of networking and a chance to take home a fabulous prize in the Treasure Chest Challenge. Margaret Bigley, former Director of Advertising/Marketing for Pathmark Stores, will share the highlights and lowlights of a career that has rocked (and rolled) through the expanses from corporate work to entrepreneurship and everywhere inbetween! Despite her life's challenges, Bigley has always discovered the "keys" she's needed to find success! Take a chance to win one of many valuable prizes. All guests are eligible to play. Do you hold the right key to unlock a treasure chest? If you do, you win! Members:$35; Non-members: $40 (If paid by May 11) or $45.00 thereafter. Advanced Registration is Required. No walk-in registration will be permitted. For reservations: call the NJAWBO Bergen Chapter Hotline at (201) 444-8773, ext. 3 or email Diane McGuire at dinner@njawbobergen.org. Photo: Verena at Lego World Exhibition at the Lyndhurst Castle, Tarrytown, NY ******************************************************************** New Jersey Professional Coaches Association presents "The Business of Soul-Co-Creating with the Soul of Your Business for Success" with Presenter: Jennifer Urezzio - Founder of Know Soul's Language  June 15, 2011 (Wednesday): 6:00 - 9:00 pm EST Location: to be announced
During this presentation you will have a better understanding of why you are in business and how to create and develop your business without struggles. Exercises will be conducted to allow the audience to interact and help them to develop a better understanding of their business. Price: $39 Members; $44 Non-members; $19 Virtual Attendees * Price includes buffet dinner; Register Early - Limited Seating Available. To Register: http://www.njcoaches.org/ Photo: Verena on-location providing corporate training at local firm
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