Potluck Plus!
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Please join us monthly at the Inn on a Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 9:00pm and unwind from the busyness of life and nourish your body and soul.
Following dinner we will transition to the Gathering Room or the Yoga Studio for a guided meditation, a presentation or a mini-event.
Take some time each month just for you and reconnect to yourself and your spiritual center.
THIS MONTH'S POTLUCK PROGRAM
January 9, 2013
Belly Dance Demo
and chance to try it!
Classes start again on Jan. 10th--7-8:30pm
ALL FREE! but please let us know if you're coming, either call 978-820-1139 or email us.
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Did You Know!?
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The Gathering Inn offers the services of a number of private practitioners, by appointment, such as massage therapy, Reiki, therapeutic yoga, Grief Recovery, Prepare for Surgery - Heal Faster and nutritional counseling.
These services are available to guests of the Inn as well as to the general public.
This networking provides you with professional care in a tranquil, pastoral environment which naturally enhances physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Call the Inn at 978-820-1139 to make arrangements.
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Greetings!
We say goodbye to 2012 and eagerly anticipate starting 2013 with a brand new clean slate. What will be written upon it in the next 12 months?
It's kind of like the excitement of coming down Christmas morning and seeing all the packages under the tree and not yet knowing what's inside. They hold so much potential. So does the new year. Do we want to know it all now, or simply let it unfold?
Here at the Inn, we are working on a slate of exciting, transformative, healing happenings but are not yet ready to reveal what's "in the boxes". You'll just have to stay tuned and watch it get unwrapped over the next few months. We promise you won't be disappointed.
Our New Year's wishes for you and your loved ones are for peace, prosperity, purpose, and spectacular moments of bliss.
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MERRY'S MUSINGS
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Let's Play Jeopardy!
The Answer: Lots of uncertainty
The Question: What will 2013 bring?
The one thing of which you can be certain is that life is full of uncertainty. Both big and small.
As I write this, I am struck by the contrast between two recent events. One is the horrific tragedy in Newtown, CT and the mind-numbing loss of such innocent children and adults, and almost simultaneously the birth of a beautiful, healthy baby boy, the much-anticipated grandson of good friends. Grief and rejoicing.
And as I write this, we are just past the week of the Winter Solstice and have heard all the 2012 Mayan calendar related theories where people wondered if we are moving toward the end of the world as we know it. Or could it be there are good changes that will move us toward the beginning of a new world, a new age, of enlightenment, a consciousness full of compassion and unity and peace?
Read the rest! |
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BOOK 2013 RETREATS NOW AT 2012 RATES!
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 FISCAL CLIFF OR MONEY MOUND? We don't want to fall over either one! The Gathering Inn is aware of the recent rise in the cost of oil, electricity, food, postage, insurance, and more and we just can't absorb these increases, so in January, we will reluctantly be raising our rates for both lodging and meals in 2013.
As our holiday gift to you, if you book a retreat before the end of 2012 January 15th (and complete it by March 31, 2013) we will honor this year's rates. Just give us a call, or go on our website (www.gatheringinn.org) and register for the date of your choice in 2013 and we'll hold the 2012 prices for you. If you find you need to change the date later on, we'll work with you to find a more convenient time. We look forward to meeting your retreat needs in 2013.
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RED TENT GATHERING
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 January 6, 1-4 pm
The Red Tent, authored by Anita Diamant, tells the story of the tent in which women take refuge while menstruating or giving birth, and in which they find mutual support and encouragement from their mothers, sisters and aunts. Since that book was released, Red Tent groups have sprung up world wide.
With much enthusiasm, our group continues to meet once a month. Join us!
Cost: $10 Get registered today!
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JOURNEY IN BELLY DANCING BASICS
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 Begins January 10, 7-8:30pm
4 Part series Thursdays in January
with Rosemary Nolan
See why Belly Dancing is freeing, meditative, sensual, empowering, graceful, strengthening, and a great work-out for all ages, shapes and sizes. Only requirement is to promise to leave your negative body self-talk outside the door and prepare to have fun.
Cost: $15 drop-in or $50 for series. Get registered today!
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| KICKN' BACK WINTER RETREAT | |
 January 12-13, 10am Sat - 10am Sunwith Marilyn Taylor
SPIRITED WOMEN
KICKN' WINTER RETREAT!!
KICKN' BACK
KICKN' UP YOUR HEELS
KICKN' INTO GEAR!
However you need to Kick It Up, in any aspect of your life, The Spirited Women Kickn' Winter Retreat is your way to start 2013!
Included in the retreat package:
- Exploration of 2013 Life Design - What do you look forward to, want to let go of and yearn to accomplish.
- Guided Meditation Experiences.
- Use of outdoor nature trails and grounds.
- Yoga and movement to soul-filled music.
- Artful expression of life as you envision it.
- Delicious nutritious meals prepared by retreat staff. (No cooking this weekend!)
- Building community with an inspiring group of Spirited Women!
- And of course, Kickn' Back!
- Optional bodywork treatments (additional fee to book appointment. More info available upon registration.)
- Participation in any of the retreat activities is optional!
TWO RETREAT OPTIONS AVAILABLE:
1. Saturday overnight accommodations for up to 12 women.
COST: $195.00
2. Daytime retreat from 10 am to 5 pm on Saturday the 12th.
COST: $95.00
REGISTRATION VIA EMAIL TO: marilyn@confident-directions.com
There is limited space so if this speaks to you, let Marilyn know! Registration closes on Sunday, January 6!
BONUS: Stay for a light lunch and Rosemary Nolan's Energy Healing Workshop (see below) for only $40. Call the Inn at 978-820-1139 or email us to get registered for this special goody! |
ENERGY HEALING & SELF-CARE FOR WOMEN
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 January 13, 2013
with Rosemary Nolan
An interactive workshop to demystify the varied energy healing systems of both the East and West; learn tools to deal with the constant attack of stress, to repair the "energetic" self, and enhance emotional and physical wellness. |
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"HOW TO TAKE A RETREAT" CLASS
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 January 15, 7-9pm
Our Women's Wisdom Retreat Series continues with the next "How to Take a Retreat" Class on Tuesday, Jan. 15th from 7-9PM.
It might be titled "Everything you've ever wanted to know about taking a personal retreat but were embarrassed to ask". This is an informal and informative class for retreat beginners or returners.
Get registered today!
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SOUND BATH
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 January 22, 6-7pm
For those who missed this incredibly beautiful, restorative experience last time, Bindy Johnson will be bringing her singing bowls for a return visit on Tuesday, Jan. 22 from 6-7 PM.
Picture yourself resting on your mat and pillow, eyes shut, cocooned under your cozy blanket, listening to the beautiful sounds of many singing bowls washing over you, as Bindy leads you on a soul journey to deep spiritual levels as the vibrations work to heal and balance your inner being. What a yummy way to begin a new year!
Cost: $20 space is limited, register early and plan to arrive by 5:45 pm.
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REIKI TRAINING
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Level I & II: February 15-17
Level III/Master I: April 12-14
Integrated Reiki Certification Training
Margaret Thompson of Denver, CO, and M'Liss Calzaretta of Plainville, MA are returning to The Gathering Inn in 2013 offering two very popular Reiki training sessions.
Here's what a recent participant said about attending one of their certification courses: "I flew half way around the world to be in a workshop with Margaret and M'Liss... I knew I would have a rich experience... the course was juicy with information, technique, experience, ritual and that something extra."
Space is limited; register early.
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WOMEN'S WISDOM RETREAT
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March 1-3 
Silent Retreat
All retreats will be facilitated by a member of The Gathering Inn's awesome women. Space is limited to 10 women. We begin at 6:00 p.m. on Friday evening and conclude after lunch on Sunday.
In addition to the wise and gentle guidance of one of The Gathering Inn's experienced Facilitators and all the necessary materials, the retreat fee of $250 per person includes two nights in shared accommodations with all bed linens and towels (limited number of single rooms available for an additional $125 per weekend), 6 delightful healthy meals and snacks prepared to meet your dietary preferences under the guidance of the Inn's Culinary Director, and plenty of opportunity to walk our beautiful grounds and enjoy.....
Space is limited. Get registered today!
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The Gathering Inn is available for retreat leaders and practitioners to offer their programs. And of course, don't forget that our primary mission is to provide individual women like YOU a place to step out of the busyness and distractions of the world, to be in quiet and stillness, to be a bit pampered, and to reconnect to your spiritual center.
We can't wait to see you at the Inn!
Sincerely,
The Gathering Inn
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