October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness

October Newsletter

Our focus here at Osmosis has always been on health and vitality, for the body, the community and the planet. Our philosophy encompasses responsible choices with healing for all. October is Breast Health Awareness month and we are honoring that with our specials and events.

With Vision Quests and all day Spa Packages we hope to inspire a deep calm, reflection, and healing of the spirit and the soul. The specials at Osmosis this month support those with challenges to their lymphatic systems and skin, suitable for people in cancer recovery or who are going through cancer treatments.

The lymphatic system is responsible for moving fluid and waste through the body and for regulating the immune system. When the lymphatic system becomes blocked, the entire system backs up and becomes toxic, which makes us feel sluggish and more susceptible to illness. By stimulating this system through a lymphatic massage, lymph works more efficiently. This in turn boosts the immune system, clears blockages, eliminates toxins, transports nutrients to cells, increases metabolism, and may even help with the appearance of cellulite.

For the Recovery Facial we use TecNiche® products which are dermatologist tested, gluten-free, free of irritating chemicals and synthetic preservatives, and completely scent-free. Our Aesthetics department has in-depth training on skin care for oncology patients and is trained to perform this specialized facial. Those who have completed chemotherapy and no longer have significant side effects, or those with rosacea and other sensitive skin types are welcome to book this facial with any of our skilled aestheticians. To learn more about TecNiche® and the Recovery Facial, read this month's Skincare In Focus.

Quick Links

PURCHASE A GIFT CARD

BOOK ONLINE

MONTHLY MEDITATION

CURRENT SPECIALS

VITALITY QUESTS

RANCHO LA PUERTA

SKINCARE IN FOCUS

Share the Love

October Specials

Fall is the time for renewal and recovery. Treat someone you love to a Gift Certificate for a Recovery Special.

Designed specifically to help those recuperating from their Cancer treatment, the Recovery Special offers a package of a 75-min Lymphatic Massage combined with a 75-min Recovery (oncology) Facial. In addition, we will give you a copy of Dan Kenner's The Whole-Body Workbook for Cancer. All this for $249 ($287 value).

If you want to upgrade this to include a Cedar Enzyme Bath, we created the Ultimate Recovery Special. Treat yourself or someone you love to 4.5 hours of amazing treatments; includes a relaxing Lymphatic Massage, Cedar Enzyme Bath, a CERES lunch and ending with a Recovery Facial and the The Whole-Body Workbook for Cancer. $299 ($362 value).

Demand has been so great that we just couldn't end it yet so...come and enjoy the Endless Summer Ritual, a full day of transformation at Osmosis beginning with our Signature Tea in our Japanese Tea Garden followed by a Cedar Enzyme Bath overlooking our Zen Garden. Continue with a 75-minute Swedish/Esalen massage in a creek side Pagoda followed by a CERES lunch and refreshing beverages in our Pagoda Fountain Garden.

After lunch, spend time reflecting in our Meditation Garden before your organic Aromatherapy Facial. Finish the day by lounging lazily in our Hammock Garden with a 30-minute sound therapy session.

Bring summer home with you with a complimentary $20 Boutique Voucher good towards any new products we've brought in this summer (including Voya, Soleil Organique, Erbaviva, Clarisonic, Kelly's Succulants, Corx, TecNiche, Matanzas Creek Lavender Products, Organic Male Skincare and Vintage Style Oz T-shirts). $324.00 (valued at over $400)

Behind the Scenes Garden Tour!

Go behind the scenes October 23rd at 10am as Osmosis specialty pruner and gardener Michael Alliger and Osmosis founder Michael Stusser lead an in-depth tour of the spa's landmark Japanese-style Meditation Garden. Focus will be on the identification of plants with explanation of why they were chosen, which pruning techniques are used to shape them, and how challenges have been addressed to achieve success over the garden's ten-year history. Background information on design considerations and underpinnings of the rock arrangements will be included.

The cost is only $5 and includes a tea reception.

Click here or call 707.823.8231 to reserve your space today!

This Month's Vitality Quest - Sunday, October 21

Come to Your Senses

Have you lost the sense of aliveness and joy you once had?
Each of us is a rich and complex organism, yet we use only the tiniest fraction of the capacities available to us. This Vitality Quest is about expanding the range of your natural capacities so you discover other sources of guidance than the mind. Using your senses to increase awareness, you will learn to look, listen, taste, touch and smell, in a way that sensitizes you to messages within and around you. You will leave, feeling more in-tune and alive, with a few simple steps to bring what you've experienced to daily life.

Daidie Donnelley, MA, MFCC, CPCC is part coach, part mentor, part guide. She has worked as a psychotherapist for twenty years and has been coaching for five. In addition she has over fifty years experience in the creative arts (theatre, writing, photography, film, dance) and fifty-five years in spiritual practice. Daidie Donnelley is a Life Coach, Writer and Contemplative guide. She guides Inner Journeys at Osmosis and individual retreats.

Call to reserve 707.823.8231

For more information about Osmosis' Vitality Quests click here.

Monthly Meditation

To experience Daidie Donnelley's beautiful
meditation click here

Take the Scenic Route

A drive to Osmosis is rich with gorgeous views, charming stops, and delicious restaurants. This month we are sharing our love of the sweet town of Graton.

With detailed directions and an array of restaurants and wineries to choose from, your trip will be as pleasurable and relaxing as your destination here with us! Click for this month's Road Trip.

Upcoming Events in our Neighborhood

Wednesday, 3 October at 6:00 PM - Paradise Ridge Picnics

Ongoing each Wednesday evening through mid October, visitors are invited to bring a picnic and enjoy delectable award winning Paradise Ridge wines while watching spectacular sunsets from the winery's expansive veranda and beautiful poetry terrace. Call to reserve a table. 4545 Thomas Lake Harris Drive, Santa Rosa, Ca Cost: $5

Thursday, 4 October from 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM - The Jewish Film Festival

The Jewish Community Center, Sonoma County announces that the Jewish Film Festival 2012 is moving to the new Rialto Cinemas, Sebastopol. Eight carefully selected films representing USA, South Africa, France, Germany, England, Czech Republic, Cambodia and Denmark will be shown this year. "We strive to create a glimpse of Jewish life from around the world while providing high quality, entertaining, independent films. Cost: $10-$12 Call 707.528.4222 for ongoing dates/times (ongoing Oct-Nov)

Friday thru Sunday, 5-7 October from 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM - The Harvest Fair

Join us for three days of wine tasting (150+ wineries), continuous jazz, cooking demonstrations, gourmet marketplace, the World Championship Grape Stomp, Giant Pumpkin contest, fine art show and sale, farm animals, plus hands-on activities for children and adults. Times vary, Sat-Sun 10am-7pm. Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa CA Cost:$10 Adults/$5 Ages 7-12/Ages 6 & Under Free Call 707.545.4203

Saturday & Sunday, 6-7 October from 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM - BR Cohn Fall Music Festival

The overall feel of the BR Cohn Fall Music Festival is laid back, yet it of course rocks out too! Beer, wine and food booths are at the top of the hill. It's an incredibly comfortable venue, no chairs are allowed, bring a blanket to sit on and a sweater for later in day. Doors open at 11am. 15000 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen CA Cost:$85 General/$350 VIP

Sunday, 7 October from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Benefit for Petaluma High School Music Programs

A once-in-a-lifetime musical experience! An immersive, improvised musical experience for brass, percussion and band in the Ann Hamilton Tower, Oliver Ranch, Geyserville CA commissioned by the Oliver Ranch Foundation. An original composition by Tony Zilincik, composer and musician featuring improvisation by Petaluma music students. A benefit concert for music programs in Petaluma high schools. Cost:$100 per person Call 707.778.5063

Thursday, 11 October from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM - Benefit for Teachers

Join us at this good cause mixer and fashion fun night! Designer discount shopping at Sisters Couture in Sonoma, the best kept secret in Sonoma County, is co-hosting this event to raise money for teachers so they can help kids get excited about reading! Refreshments, music, free limo rides around plaza, professional business networking, fashion advice, free raffle,and fun for all! 20% of Sisters Couture shopping proceeds from this event go to teacher subscriptions of Kidscoop News! This event is proudly sponsored by Sisters Couture, Kidscoop News, Northbay Alliance of Professional Women, and Cruising Limousine. Cost:Free

Friday, 12 October - Barbara Bull Memorial Cemetery Walk

Times vary, please call for more information at 707.823.0884. The event includes dinner, cemetery walk with six performances of historical vignettes and dessert and coffee at the historic Luther Burbank Experiment Farm Cottage adjacent to Sebastopol Memorial Lawn Cemetery. Burbank Farm, 7951 Bodega Avenue, Sebastopol CA Cost:$25 -30

Saturday & Sunday, 13-14 October from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - ARTrails Open Studios

Visit the open studios of over 150 Sonoma County artists on this self-guided art tour. ARTrails takes place October 13-14 and 20-21, 10am to 5pm. Catalogs/maps are available at selected sites around the county or on-line. Cost: Free

Sunday, 21 October from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - Pinot on the River Event

"Pinot On The River" is a fun filled weekend of Pinot Noir, in the beautiful Russian River Valley town of Healdsburg, Ca! Sit with the winemakers and other Pinot-loving consumers with a focus on limited production West Coast Pinot Noirs. Sunday's Pinot Noir Grand Tasting features over 100 wineries plus guest Artisan Food Vendors; it's a Sonoma County wine weekend you won't want to miss. Cost:$75 General/ VIP $150

Tuesday, 23 October at 10:00 AM - Behind the Scenes Garden Tour

Join us at Osmosis with specialty pruner and gardener Michael Alliger and Osmosis founder Michael Stusser as they lead an in-depth tour of the spa's landmark Japanese-style Meditation Garden. Cost: $5 Call us at 707.823.8231 or click here

Thursday mornings at 8AM - Dharma Morning Meditations at Osmosis

Weather permitting. No Charge. Bring your meditation cushion and warm clothing.

Your Pathway to Peacefulness

707-823-8231