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SPECIAL EVENTS

CALIFORNIA

• JULY 19-26: THE FOUR IMMEASURABLES AND BUDDHIST MIND-TRAINING. Santa Barbara. Cultivating a good heart through the practice of loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and impartiality, as well as training the mind through meditation. For more info, call 805-294-8425, email info@sbinstitute.com or http://www.sbinstitute.com/events_view.php?id=99


• JULY 20: THE ART OF SOLAR COOKING. Berkeley. 10am-3pm. $15. Workshop will teach participants about the use, design, and practical applications of solar cookers and solar water pasteurization. Make two different designs from recycled materials. Explore connections between function and aesthetics of solar cookers in the garden, and as components of green building and improved sustainability. For more info, 510-548-2220 x233 or http://www.ecologycenter.org


• JULY 24-28: NAINCONNECT 2008. San Francisco. Interfaith workshop bringing together chaplains from three constituencies - veterans returning from war, hospital patients, and the incarcerated. Presenters come from Buddhist, Christian, and Neo-Pagan traditions. For more info, http://nain.org/2008/workshop.cfm?wks=100035


• AUGUST 2-9: GANDHI CAMP. Gandhi Camp offers its 26-year Peace Camp for youth ages 10-18. A Practice service and teamwork through the Gandhian principles of truthfulness, non-violence and self-help. Teaching Gandhiji‘s principles will be Dr. S.N. Subba Rao, Director of National Youth Project in India. Vedanta Society Retreat, Olema. $345 per person; discounts for early registration and multiple children from the same family. Location: The Vedanta Society Retreat, 2200 acres in midst of coastal mountains and majestic redwoods. Olema is a spiritual retreat (www.sfvedanta.org) with separate retreat houses for boys and girls with attached showers and restrooms. Information: (408) 934.1130 www.Indiacc.org Abhay Bhushan: akbhushan@aol.com, (650) 424-8110 Jyothi Lulla: sulochina.lulla@kp.org, (408) 851-9164, (408) 395-0968


• AUGUST 4-11: MOUNTAIN MEET. Springville. Longest consecutively running Pagan convocation on the West Coast. Classes, workshops, games, nature walks, bardic circle & discussion groups. Family-friendly. RSVP at 661-322-7148. For more info, http://www.angelfire.com/country/MountainMeet/mainpage.html


• AUGUST 10: SEASONAL MEDITATION RETREAT. San Francisco. 6am-noon. $40. Retreat is spent in rounds of meditation, meditative movement, dharma talks and reflection. Appropriate for beginner and advanced. Register at info@sacredstream.org or 415-333-1434

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COLORADO

• JULY 13: GESHERCITY LAUNCH PARTY. Denver. 3pm. $20. GesherCity‘s Launch Party/Pool Party, for Jews ages 21-45. Music, excellent cuisines and access to the Jewish Community Center pool. Sponsored by the Robert E. Loup Jewish Community Center. For more info, 303-316-6337, LFeiner@JCCDenver.org, or http://www.geshercity.org/web/Denver

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CONNECTICUT

• JULY 12: JESUSFEST 2008. Rockville. 12-6pm. Bands include Scarlet Fade, Songs of Solomon, East of Nashville, and Selfish Steam. For more info, http://www.jesusfestct.org/


• JULY 12: CASTALIA IN CONCERT. Stamford. 7:30pm. $15. The brilliant Castalia performs Celtic folk at Reverence and Mirth in an evening of music and magic. RSVP to 203.588.9309. For more info on Castalia, http://www.castaliamusic.ca

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DELAWARE

• JULY 26: KITCHEN WITCHERY. Lewes. 4pm. $13. Learn handy household hints for whipping up some magick in the kitchen! For more info, 302-644-9669 or http://gossamerhawk.com/events.htm

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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (AND METRO AREA)

• NOVEMBER 14-15: GULEN CONFERENCE. Georgetown University. "Islam in the Age of Global Challenges: Alternative Perspectives of the Gulen Movement." Sponsored by the President‘s Office, Alwaleed bin Talal Center for Muslim Christian Understanding, The Institute of Turkish Studies, and Rumi Forum. For more info, visit http://www.gulenconference.us or e-mail coordinator@gulenconference.us

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ILLINOIS

• AUGUST 9: Lughnassadh. Celebrate Lughnassadh with "the Trees" Rowan, Holly and Willow. For more information, contact Angie Buchanan at angie@gaiaswomb.com or (847) 405-0208.


• SEPTEMBER 27: Golden Harvest. Celebrate the Harvest season with Julie Cuccia-Watts, Autumn Fell & Jeanine WhiteWolf. For more information, contact Angie Buchanan at angie@gaiaswomb.com or (847) 405-0208.

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INDIANA

• JULY 31: THE GYPSY NOMADS LIVE. Indianapolis. 7pm. $15. Join New York‘s The Gypsy Nomads at Willow Grove Magickal Shoppe for an evening of their trademark French Gypsy Celtic Folk Rock. Their "high octane live shows" complete with wild drum instrumentals, evocative ballads and enchanting guitar instrumentals will have you hooked, don‘t miss these spirited troubadours in action! For more info, 317-466-9668 or http://www.willowgrovemagick.com/

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KENTUCKY

• JULY 19-20: WOMEN‘S CIRCLE SLUMBER PARTY. Hopkinsville. 9:30pm. Connect with the Feminine Divine under the stars in a special night of class, rituals and bonding at Spring Ledge Farms. Pre-registration required, space is limited. Minimum contribution of $10, payable online or on the day of the event. For more info, 270-887-8555 or http://www.spiritoftheearth.org/womensslumber.html

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MARYLAND

• JULY 17-20: CHESAPEAKE PAGAN SUMMER GATHERING. Darlington. Join us at Camp Ramblewood in Darlington, MD for the fifth annual Chesapeake Pagan Summer Gathering. Amidst Nature‘s cathedral of trees, we‘ll celebrate the season and study the theory and practice of magick. People from all levels of training, ages, genders and orientations are welcome. For more info, 888-607-9134 or http://www.chesapeakepagans.org/Gathering/


• AUGUST 23: READINGS WITH DOROTHY MORRISON. College Park. 12-2:30pm. $65 for 30 mins. With over three decades (yes 30 years) of experience and a world of wisdom to draw from, Dorothy‘s readings are insightful as well as fun. Using The Whimsical Tarot she will convey what you need to hear in a clear and concise manner. A 25 minute session is all you will need with this amazing author, reader and funny lady!! For more info, 301-345-1486 or http://www.sparkofspirit.com

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MASSACHUSETTS

• JULY 26: THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS. Rehoboth. 4pm. Discover the age old language of the flowers and how to use it in your life to create special arrangements for special occasions. For more info, 508-336-8813 or http://thesilverwillow.com/classes.html


• JULY 26-27: PSYCHIC FAIR AND FESTIVAL AT HAMMOND CASTLE. Glouchester. 10:30am-6pm. $30 for 15 min reading. Astrology, crystal readings, mediums, tarot, etc. Workshops presented on mediums, spirit writing, crystals, etc. Seances held on Sunday. Vendors selling art, books, candles, crystals and stones, jewelry, tarot cards and more. Food also available. For more info http://www.jeffreyjustice.com

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MICHIGAN

• JULY 16: SUMMER SPLASH-TACULAR! Oak Park. 3:30pm. Congregation Beth Shalom‘s open house. Ice cream sundae buffet. Children‘s water slide and moon bounce. For more info, 248-547-7970 (ext. 200), cbs@congbethshalom.org, or http://www.congbethshalom.org


• JULY 26-27: THE ENERGY BODY - CHAKRAS AND AURAS EXPLORED! Madison Heights. 2-6pm Sat, 11am-3pm Sun. $60. Learn about each chakra energy center in detail. Learn how to align and strengthen each energy center for improved health and balance. Also learn about the seven layers of the Aura field that surrounds the body, and easy ways to clear and maintain your aura fields. For more info, http://mysticmoonllc.com


• AUGUST 7-9: UNITY 2008. Heritage Landing-Muskegon. Free. 3 days of great Christian music, family fun, food and fellowship. Returning for a second year, Unity will include an additional day of great artists on the main stage with Day Zero back by popular demand. For more info, http://www.unitychristianevents.com/unity/

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MINNESOTA

• JULY 16-19: SONSHINE FESTIVAL 2008. Willmar.27th annual festival includes some of the biggest names in Christian music. The Wednesday night Jars of Clay concert will be free and open to the public. For tickets and info, http://www.sonshinefestival.com/

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MISSOURI

• JULY 18-20: WARRIORS FOR PEACE- MEN‘S GATHERING. Boonville. $20 per adult male, boys under 18 free. Drumming, Sweat Lodge, Shamanic Circle. Bring your own food & drink -- Charcoal/BBQ pit provided. For more info, 573-289-0755, summerswan1@gmail.com, or http://www.ozarkavalon.org

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NEW YORK

• JULY 6: PRAYERS FOR HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA‘S BIRTHDAY. Ithaca. 9-10am. Free. The resident monks will lead a special prayer ceremony for the long life of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama at Namgyal Monastery. Sweet tea and rice will be hosted by the Tibetan Association of Ithaca. For more info, http://www.namgyal.org/contact/


• AUGUST 29-SEPTEMBER 1: THE PATH OF COMPLETION RETREAT. Garrison. Exploring the teachings of Sufism with Camille and Kabir Helminski, and James Winston Morris (Other guests to be announced). For more info, email rahimamcc@sbcglobal.net or http://www.sufism.org/society/conferences/seminars.html

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OHIO

• AUGUST 29-SEPTEMBER 1: 45TH ANNUAL ISNA CONVENTION. Columbus. Theme: Ramadan -- A Time for Change. For more info, http://www.isna.net/Conferences/pages/Annual-Convention.aspx

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OREGON

• JULY 3-6: UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FAMILY CAMP. Vernonia. Please join us as we renew our connections with the great web of life. Reconnect to nature and our famlies with worship, music and fun in an alchohol-free setting. Prices include meals and lodging, children under 5 free. For more info, http://www.uuccwc.org/familycamp/

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PENNSYLVANIA

• AUGUST 1-3: THE BODY TRIBAL. Artemas. Standing in the magic, between the drums and the darkness, is the Body Tribal. Embracing the tribal; Back to the primitive. Our perception of our bodies and each other as temple and tool for the exploration of Spirit in ritual. Tattoo, costume, image, attitude, paint, ceremony, piercing, drum and dance, adornment and ritual. Fees. The Church of Four Quarters, 190 Walker Lane. 814-784-3075 or http://www.4qf.org


• AUGUST 8-17: THE STANDING BEAR DANCE. Artemas. A Native American ceremony to offer thanks, send prayers, and ask for help, health and healing for ourselves and the world. Organized to bring the Sacred Sundance Ceremony to the people. Four days of purification. Four days of dance. One mind and one heart; all things are divine; we are all relations. Open to all dancers, supporters and visitors, based on commitment, gifting, and wopila, give-away. No fees required to participate, just your support and commitment. The Church of Four Quarters, 190 Walker Lane. 814-784-3075 or http://www.4qf.org


• AUGUST 27-SEPTEMBER 1: STONES RISING. Artemas. A gathering of ceremonial traditions from the World‘s Earth Religions. Six days of people, family, tribe. Labyrinth, pathways of service, and a variety of ways to contribute toward raising a Stone in ceremony. Fees. Meal plan available; ride share encouraged. The Church of Four Quarters, 190 Walker Lane. 814-784-3075 or http://www.4qf.org.

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TENNESSEE

• JULY 7-11: YOUNG TREE CAMP 2008. Ocoee. Pagan-focused teen summer camp created not only to help teens of today to develop a strong foundation for learning, but also as a way for their parents and educators to be correctly informed and more comfortable with their religious choice. 5-day educational program with classes on Pagan history, herbalism, crystal work, ritual and spell structure, meditation and more. Life skill workshops also included. Presenters include Oberon Zell-Ravenheart, Ed Hubbard, and more. For more information, please call Leo at 423-836-3615 or visit http://www.youngtreegrove.org.

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VIRGINIA

• JULY 7: SMITHFIELD SATURDAY SALON. Smithfield. The topic will be: "The Next War." Refreshments at 6pm, Salon at 7pm. We will be outdoors, weather permitting. 1104 Wilson Road in Smithfield. Call 365-9142, ask for Jerry Tinney.


• JULY 12: METHODS TO MEDITATION. Newport News. 10am-noon. $25. This class will teach some of the common points of meditation, including quieting the mind, deep breathing, and relaxing. Please bring a pillow and blanket, a blind fold or something to cover eyes (if needed), water to drink, and a small item that is personal or gives you personal strength. Please RSVP to 757-561-4577 or george_clark71@hotmail.com

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WASHINGTON

• JULY 13: PICNIC IN THE WOODS. Kenmore. Noon. 4th Semi-Annual Jewish Single Parent Family & Big Pals Summer Cook-Out at The Orchard at St Edward Park. Hang out with other kids and adults and enjoy a kosher cookout! Sponsored by the Jewish Family Service. For more info, 206-861-3146, familylife@jfsseattle.org or http://www.jfsseattle.org/calendar.html

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WISCONSIN

• JULY 27: MENORAHFEST 2008. Milwaukee. 11am. Everyone is invited for a day of food, fun & prizes...not to mention our famous Rotisserie Chicken! Rain or shine...meet us at the Chalet Area #1, Dretzka Park. Sponsored by Temple Menorah. For more info, 414-355-1120, rabbi@templemenorah.com, or http://www.templemenorah.com


• AUGUST 1-3: GREEN SPIRIT. Circle Sanctuary, Barneveld, WI. Celebrate Lughnassad with workshops, rituals, music, games, feasting, & more. E-mail circle@circlesanctuary.com or call (608) 924-2216


• AUGUST 29 - SEPTEMBER 1: SACRED FIRE CIRCLE. Circle Sanctuary, Barneveld, WI. Join us in Sacred Ceremony as we drum, dance, chant, and trance, be of service, and connect with each other around the Sacred Fire each night from midnight to dawn. Together we will create a space for personal transformation, to manifest your dreams and prayers, to turn lead to gold. E-mail circle@circlesanctuary.com or call (608) 924-2216


• SEPTEMBER 20-21: FALL EQUINOX CELEBRATION. Circle Sanctuary, Barneveld, WI. Harvest thanksgiving feast & ritual, workshops, bonfires, dancing, drumming, & more.. E-mail circle@circlesanctuary.com or call (608) 924-2216.

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UNITED KINGDOM

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ONGOING EVENTS

CALIFORNIA

• MONDAYS: Bay Area Meditation Meetings. San Francisco. 7:30-9:00pm. Chairs, backjacks and zafu cushions provided. The Sunrise Center, 645 Tamalpais Drive, Ste. A. Donations toward room rental and other expenses will be gratefully received. For more info, http://www.peterrussell.com/SFMeet/index.php (106)


• THIRD SUNDAY: DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE. San Francisco. 11:00am-2:00pm. Interfaith speaker at 11:00; potluck at noon; Dances follow. Cultural Integration Fellowship, 2650 Fulton St. at 3rd Ave. Neshamah Jami Miller and Friends, 415-305-8434 (105)

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WASHINGTON DC AND METRO AREA

• Mondays: DC Radical Faeries Potluck and Ritual. Explorations in queer spirituality with mirth & reverence. 7-10pm. Location changes monthly; check website for complete info. http://www.DCRadFeys.org or e-mail info@dcradfeys.org. 202-332-4697 or join the discussion group at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DCRadFeysCommunity. (106)

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MASSACHUSETTS

• Third Sunday: Presenting Islam Evenings. Somerville. Monthly series explaining issues related to Islam and Muslims in America. A public forum for people interested in learning more about their Muslim neighbors. Hosts knowledgeable Muslim speakers from the Greater Boston area. Refreshments will be provided. 7-9:00pm. MAS Boston Center, 10 Garfield Avenue. (106)

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PENNSYLVANIA

• Wicca Seminar. Artemas. Discusses questions of vocation, practice, cosmology and thea/ology related to Wicca. Jonathan White. Every new moon weekend. Sponsored by Stone Circle Tradition of Wicca. Four Quarters Interfaith Sanctuary of Earth Religion, 190 Walker Lane, Artemas, PA 17211. For more info, visit http://www.4qf.org or call 814-874-3075. (107)

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VIRGINIA

• MONDAYS: MYSTIC MOON DRUM CIRCLE. Norfolk. $3 and a non-perishable food donation. Under 18 welcome WITH parent. 7-10pm, 3365 N. Military Hwy. 757-855-3280 or 757-595-3384, http://www.mysticmoonevents.com or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mysticmoonevents/ (105)


• FIRST TUESDAYS: CRYSTAL BOWL MEDITATION. Williamsburg. 7:00pm. Free. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)


• SECOND TUESDAYS: VIRGINIA BEACH FRIENDS OF IANDS. Virginia Beach. 10am-noon. Speakers on near-death experiences and other spiritually-transformative experiences. Donation. Association for Research and Enlightenment, 215 67th St. Also discussion group at home of Dick Dinges, 1285 Paramore Dr., from 7-8:30pm. 757-575-2759 or http://www.VABeachIANDS.org (107)


• WEDNESDAYS: PRACTICAL MAGICK. Norfolk. Beginning class focusing on eclectic Pagan beliefs and practices. Cost $5 per class. Mystic Moon, 3365 N. Military Highway. 7-9pm 757-855-3280 or 757-595-3385. http://www.mysticmoonevents.com or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mysticmoonevents/ (106)


• SECOND WEDNESDAY: TEA NIGHT. Waynesboro. 6-8pm. First-timers bring a cup and saucer to donate. A Fairie's Circle, 510-F West Broad St. afairiescircle@yahoo.com (107)


• THIRD THURSDAY: TABLE TIPPING. Norfolk. Monthly until 11/15/07. Table tipping is a Victorian style seance in which the spirit of the departed communicates with us through the tipping or tapping of the table. 6:45-8:45pm. 757-226-7174. $20. The Mystical Attic, 7510 Granby St, ste 7 (107)


• FRIDAYS: INCHANTORS CHOIR REHEARSAL. Norfolk. 7-9pm at Mystic Moon, 3365 N. Military Hwy. 757-855-3280 or 757-595-3385. http://www.mysticmoonevents.com or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mysticmoonevents/ (106)


• FIRST SATURDAY: GYPSY SPIRIT PERFORMS. Norfolk. Gypsy Spirit, a local belly dance group, will perform from noon - 2pm. Free! Come out and enjoy. Mystic Moon, 3365 N. Military Hwy. 757-855-3280 or 757-595-3385. http://www.mysticmoonevents.com or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mysticmoonevents/ (106)


• THIRD SATURDAY: SABBA TRIBAL DANCE TROUPE PERFORMS. Norfolk. 12-2:00pm. Free! Come out and enjoy. Mystic Moon, 3365 N. Military Hwy. 757-855-3280 or 757-595-3385. http://www.mysticmoonevents.com or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mysticmoonevents/ (106)


• FIRST SUNDAY: MONTHLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS. Waynesboro. 6pm. Haven Universal Life Church, 510-F West Broad St. havenulc@yahoo.com. Will resume in September. (107)


• MONTHLY: OPEN ESBAT AND POTLUCK. Norfolk. Rituals are held on the Full Moon unless it falls on a Monday; then the ritual is held on Tuesday night. Mystic Moon, 3365 N. Military Hwy. 7-9pm. 757-855-3280 or 757-595-3385. http://www.mysticmoonevents.com or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mysticmoonevents/ (106)


• MONTHLY: BELLY DANCING CLASSES. Virginia Beach. New Beginner Belly Dance classes starting monthly. Pre-registration is required. Body Works by Chandani, 2250 Red Tide Rd, 757-313-8000 or chandani@cheerful.com or http://www.chandani.net (106)


• MONTHLY: OPEN ESBAT AND POTLUCK. Waynesboro. Rituals held on Sunday nearest to Full Moon. 510-F West Broad St. havenulc@yahoo.com (107)


• SATURDAY: ADVANCED YOGA. Williamsburg. 10:45am-12:00noon. Drop-in rate $8-10. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)


• MONDAY: KRIPALU YOGA CLASS. Williamsburg. 6-7:30pm. Drop-in rate $8-10. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)


• ONGOING: GENTLE YOGA CLASS. Williamsburg. Days/times vary. Drop-in rate $8-10. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)


• TUESDAY: INTEGRAL YOGA CLASS. Williamsburg. 6-7:15pm. Drop-in rate $8-10. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)


• ONGOING: MIXED-LEVEL HATHA YOGA CLASS. Days/times vary. Williamsburg. Drop-in rate $8-10. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)


• ONGOING: OPEN SABBAT AND POTLUCK. Date/time/place varies. E-mail for specifics. havenulc@yahoo.com (107)


• ONGOING: PILATES CLASS. Williamsburg. Days/times vary. Drop-in rate $8-10. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd. Days/times vary. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)


• SATURDAY: POWER YOGA CLASS. Williamsburg. 9:15-10:15am. Drop-in rate $8-10. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)


• ONGOING: ECLECTIC EARTH-CENTERED SABBATS/SEASONAL CELEBRATIONS. Newport News. All are welcome! Friday before the Sabbat, 7pm. Potluck. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Peninsula (UUFP), 415 Youngs Mill Lane. 757-249-0215. For more info, contact MountainHeart at greatblue8@cox.net (107)


• THURSDAY: TAI CHI CLASS. Williamsburg. 6-7:00pm. Drop-in rate $8-10. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)


• TUESDAY: YOGA FOR KIDS. Williamsburg. 5-6:00pm. Drop-in rate $8-10. Sacred Grounds, 6927 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg. 757-220-8494. http://www.energizeyourspirit.com (106)

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