April 2009 Events

Ongoing Events

Sundays

Ananda Worship Service
Lift up your hearts and celebrate the Divine within each of us and our realization of that inner presence.  A devotional expression of Yoga with readings from the Bible & Bhagavad Gita, spiritual song, prayer & inspiring sermon.  Meditation 8:30 - 9:45 a.m. followed by Worship 10:00 - 1:30 a.m. All welcome. Call Ananda Sangha of the Redwoods a.k.a. Yoga & Meditation Center for more info, 338-YOGA.

Dance Church
Freeform weekly  DJ dance celebration.  All Ages.  Bring sacred items for the altar.  9am–11:30am.  418 Front  St.  S.C.  For info call  466-9770.

Dances of Universal Peace/Sufi Dancing
Simple circle dances using sacred phrases from spiritual traditions around the world. Beginners welcome, every Sunday 7-9pm at The Live Oak Grange 1900 17^th Ave S.C. For more info call Nancy 336-8461 or Leela 465-1123. or see www.sufievents.com , www.scsufi.ning.com

Enlightened Living Program
Sponsored by Science of Spirituality, Santa Cruz.  1^st or 2^nd, (call regarding 1^st or 2^nd) 3rd, 4th, & 5th Sundays. Morning meditations 10:00–11:00 a.m., followed by public talk on Self-knowledge & God-realization through the teachings of living master H.H. Sant Rajinder Singh Ji. Readings from saints & various scriptures and videotapes. 11:00 – noon.  Free events, all are welcome.   831-423-5452   www.sos-ca.org 

Psychic Exploration Group
Mediumship, auras, healing, EVP, psychic exploration group. Ongoing, 1st Sunday of the month. 7– 9pm. Free. Contact Ella Seneres  831-338-2704  or sharontenney@peoplepc.com

Sanctuary of the Grail (Home Temple)
Gnostic Mass first Sunday of the month. 11 a.m.  Call for location and to reserve seating  831-726-3192 .

Sri Sathya Sai Baba  
Devotees meet every Sunday night at the Center for Conscious Living  1818 Felt Street Santa Cruz. Meetings begin at 5PM and finish at 7:45 PM. All are welcome. For info please contactAlfred at  831-335-8000   Free admission.

Sri Chaitanya Saraswati Seva Ashram
2900 N. Rodeo Gulch Rd., Soquel, CA 95073,  831-462-4712 . Every Sunday, 5 pm open to the public: a program of devotional music, philosophical discussions, and a vegetarian feast. Based on the Ancient Culture of the Vedas of India. Free admission.

Teaching of Intuitional Metaphysics
Sundays, 8:15 p.m.  Deep 45-minute meditation devoted to channeling the Christ vibrations of Babaji/Jesus/AAA and your own Divine Self to lift you and the world. Get your zap of Divine Love for the week!  Call Kitty & Michael Mrache, 662-3393.

 Temple Guaray of Santa Cruz (TGSC)
Sunday Gira is held at 6:15 p.m. at 172 Litchfield Ln., Watsonville.  2nd Sunday of each month is held at 7 p.m. in Santa Cruz, at Pacific Cultural Center, 1307 Seabright Ave.  Information sessions are held before the ceremony at 6.15 p.m. at the PCC and at 5.15 p.m. on specific dates at the Temple in Watsonville.  All events free of charge & subject to change. Contact tgsc@baymoon.com or  831-763-2340. 

The Society of Abidance in Truth
Satsang every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. Silent Meditation, discourse by Nome on Self-Knowledge and Self-inquiry, and opportunities to ask questions for better comprehension of the teachings. SAT, 1834 Ocean St., S.C., CA 95060.  831-425-7287 . www.satramana.org

                                                                                    Mondays       

The Center for World Networking
See back page of The Network for listing of Monday night events.  Please join us at  our new location at the Quaker Meeting House, 225 Rooney St. Santa Cruz. 7:15 p.m. arrival & networking,  7:30 p.m. main event.Call 831- 477-1739 for info.
 
Evenings in the Unknown
Come for complementary music and community and stay for themes from Business to Poetry. 7:00 pm. Center For Conscious Living, 1818 Felt Street, Santa Cruz.  www.University-Of-The-UnKnown.com

Making Friends with the Qabalistic Tarot
Begins: Jan 19^th , 6:30-9:30 pm. For 12 wks/36 hrs. This introductory level class will acquaint you w/the basics of the Qabalistic Tarot. As a class we will explore the Qabalistic Tarot’s long & mysterious history, discover the links between the 22 Major Arcana cards (The Fool-The World), and the Hebrew alphabet, alchemical, astrological, and herbal correspondences, among others. We will experience the herbs, scents, colors and musical tones linked with the Major Arcana and find out what card’s are most relevant to your life and history at this time.  With Amber Jayanti, a practical mystic who has been living, consulting with and teaching these subjects for 35+ years, author of “Living the Qabalistic Tarot”, and “Tarot for Dummies”.

Questions, registration and sliding fee 831-423-9742 or www.practical-mystic.com

Open Support Group for Women

Miracles, intentions, & prayers to empower each woman with the awareness of her unlimited Self. This group has been available to the community for thirteen years. 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., last Monday of the month. Call for information and to confirm dates.  831-335-3145 . No cost for this gathering.

The Sufi Heart
7-9 p.m. Meditation, dream-work, discussion with mystic

Lindsay Rosalba M.A. Call for more information, 429-9757. rosalbl@hotmail.com.

 Sound Pod – Created By Peggy Black
Sacred Sound Salutarist. Amrita Cottrell is co-hostess with her crystal bowls. We explore pure tones and chants . You will generate sounds that relieve stress and clear blockages, creating a sense of  well being and joyful expansion. Join us the first Monday of the month, call to confirm.  831-335-3145 .7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. $7.00 energy exchange.

                                                                                   Tuesdays

Casa Current Meditation Group
Everyone who has been with John of God in Brazil is welcome at our Santa Cruz current group.  A beautiful way to stay connected.  7-9 pm on alternate Tuesdays.  Call Frieda at 427-1488 or email friedajk@hotmail.com for details. 

Heart Path Class   7-9 p.m. $30 Learn to listen to yourself and all your own wisdom with Heart Path.  Let the Spirits of Light help you find your own Divine Guidance.  Center for the Soul, with Robin Lopez Lysne, call 457-2483.

Leonard Jacobson and the conscious Living Foundation
Leonard is a masterful teacher who guides you into the moment of now, and reveals a direct path to Spiritual Enlightenment. Come for an experience in awakened presence at the Subud Center, 3800 old San Jose Rd. Soquel, Tuesdays,  6:45 –  9:00 p.m. $15 donation.Call to confirm dates.  831-688-4105 . www.leonardjacobson.com

Meditation and Satsang
1st & 3rd Tuesday: meditation 7-8pm. Every 2nd Tuesday: co-ed satsang 7-8:45pm. Every 4th Tuesday: satsang for women
7-8:45pm.For more info call Marlies @ 471 9617 or
http://www.marliescocheret.com

Qi Gong Practice Group
all Simple Seven Practices of Tian Gong – to detoxify, purify energy stabilize emotions; ongoing group $5, one hour, 1^st and 3^rd Tuesday Monthly, ongoing @The Garden 3070 Prather Lane, Soquel, Ca. (off Soquel Drive) Certfied Instructor 475-7006.

Spiritual Unfoldment
Spiritual Classes with attunements, Hawaiian, Tibetan, Egyptian, Chinese and many others! Free introduction to Spiritual Unfoldment Network energy systems. Third Tuesday of the month 7:00p.m.- 8:00 p.m.  831-688-8920. www.spiritualunfoldment.org.

Wednesdays

 

Center for Simple Being

Join us for a discussion of selected passages from the teachings of Nisargadatta Maharaj. Study circle will be followed by a Vipassana session consisting of walking and sitting meditation. Wednesday Evenings, 7.00—8.30pm at Healing Circles Center, 6144 Hwy 9, Felton CA 95018.  Call   831-335-8000   or www.simplebeing.org

Healing Meditation: Amrita & the Singing
Crystal Bowls

Come and receive the beautiful healing tones from the singing crystal bowls and Amrita's heavenly voice. 7:30 - 8:30 pm the First Wednesday of each month. The Garden, 3070 Prather Lane, S.C.Amrita 831.588.7498 or amrita@healingmusic.org

 

Mata Amritanandamayi Satsang Group

Om Namah Shivaya. The Monterey Bay Satsang Group for Mata Amritanandamayi, also known as Amma, meets every Wednesday at 6:30 pm–9:00pm. We begin with Archana, then chant the 108 names of the Divine Mother, followed by Bhajans (devotional singing) and close with Arati. Contact Achintya at  831-331-5225  for more information.

Qigong Classes     

Ongoing Weds for beginning & intermediate students to cultivate personal energy for a strong, healthy body, clear mind, & stable emotions.  Weds 11:30 am–12:30 p.m. Call for special Saturday class, ask for Breige. Land of Medicine Buddha, Soquel, $5-10 donation, 462-8383.

Thursdays

Artisans of Light - Tarot & Transformation

Discover the power of Tarot to dramatically change & enhance every area of your life. These classes combine the wisdom of Tarot w/ancient Qabalitstic mystery teachings, providing every tool needed to achieve your heart’s desire. Classes meet Thurs eves @ Viking Hall, 240 Plymouth St. Call for class sched. or to enroll; 425-1185 or 688-1792

A Course in Miracles

Study Group Thurs, 7-9 pm ongoing, free @ Barn Studio in Santa Cruz.  Contact Sharon Miles    831-462-5855.

Connect With God

2^nd Thursday of every  month, 7:00 p.m. Join committed group whose mission is to connect with God and serve others through the power of prayer.  Unity Temple of Santa Cruz, 407 Broadway (1^st block west of Ocean).  831-423-8553 . email: unitytemplesc@aol.com.  Website: www.unitysantacruz.org.

Dances of Universal
Peace/Sufi Dancing

Simple circle dances using sacred phrases from spiritual traditions around the world. Beginners welcome, every 1^st Thurs 7 – 9 p.m. at The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall on Freedom Blvd in Aptos (1.3 miles east of Hwy 1, on the right). For more info call Nancy 336-8461 or Leela 465-1123. or see www.sufievents.com  , www.scsufi.ning.com

Dialogues on the Natural State 

John Wheeler hosts discussions of the NonDual Truth, in the tradition of Nisargadatta Maharaj, at the Pacific Cultural Center, 1307 Seabright, Santa Cruz, from 7-8:30 pm. Thurs. Come share in the simple spiritual truths as taught by Maharaj to
"Sailor" Bob Adamson, who in turn shared his understanding wi/John Wheeler.

Low Cost Dr. Zhu Sytle Scalp Acupuncture Clinic
Deepa Health will offer a low cost sliding scale healing clinic at the Pacific Center for Integral Health at 2955 Park Ave, Soquel, CA 95073.  Deepa  Gleason is a R.N., LAC and a  Certified Herbalist.  Her healings have been described as profoundly powerful, come experience for yourself.  Call the 24 hour toll free receptionist at  1-866-501-9429 , ask for a Santa Cruz appointment with Deepa.  For more information: www.deepahealth.com

Qi Gong for Women’s Health and Healing:

All ages – Learn Simple Practices to Receive, Replenish & Store positive Energy, accelerates Healing, Stabilizes Emotions and Creates Deep Calm. Healing Transmission given in class. For info; 475-7006.

Sathya Sai Baba Center of
Santa Cruz

Namaste! Our Santa Cruz group holds Sai Baba studies, followed by devotional singing. All are welcome, free. Location varies. Call 335-1442 for information and location.

Shakti Satsang & Healing
Meditation

With Alx Utterman & Jonathon Rosen. Thursday evenings. 7.00 p.m.—9.00 p.m. Donation: $10—no one ever turned away for lack of funds. Location: Vista Del Lago Clubhouse, Vista Del Lago Home Park, 444 Whispering Pines Drive, Scotts Valley CA  Questions?  831-425-3234  

The Urantia Book

Ongoing study group of this epochal revelation. Discusses cosmology, philosophy, science, & religion, & the teachings of Christ, creator of our universe, 7:30 p.m. Free. Boulder Creek. Eric, 338-6155.

Way of Sudden Awakening

Dharma talks and dialogues in the spirit of Original Zen with Russ and Helga Smith. The Way of Sudden Awakening is an ancient Buddhist teaching perfectly suitable for modern times. It will show you that you have the source of wisdom and compassion within you. Come discover the freedom that is available here and now. Most Thursday evenings, starting at 8:00 p.m., doors open at 7:45 p.m. 2222 Ocean St. Extension. S.C. $15 donation is requested. For information and up-

dates please call  831-464-6950. www.wayofsuddenawakening.org.

Fridays

 

Society of Abidence in Truth

Spirtual events every Friday, 8:00 pm. Readings, w/commentary & dialogues, by Nome from teachings of Adi Sankara, Ribhu, Ramana Maharshi. SAT, 1834 Ocean St., S.C, CA 95060.  
831-425-7287. www.SATRamana.org

Saturdays

Avatamsaka Sutra

Lecture on the Avatamsaka (Flower Garland) Sutra, explanation of the Boddhisatva path for enlightenment. At the Berkeley Buddhist Monastery, 2304 McKinley Ave., Berkeley. Every Sat2.4

urday evening, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Call  (510) 848-3340 . Also live online, see www.drba.org

Body Dysmorphic Disorder Support Group

Confidential and private. Open to all interested in finding Recovery, Hope, & Freedom from problems associated with BDD. Dominican Hospital, 1555 Soquel Dr. Santa Cruz, in the Education Bldg., Rm. “E” (upstairs) located behind the hospital. Every Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Drop-ins welcome. Free of charge. www.bddcentral.com  . Contact Lon or Renee at loninscruz@yahoo.com

Open Circle by Community Seed (New Location)

2nd Sun. of ea. Month @ 2 pm, The Quaker Meeting House 225 Rooney St. S.C. The intention of this circle is to provide a regular meeting place for Pagan/Earth Spirit worship in S.C. New comers are welcome! Let us come together in sacred trust to create closer spiritual bonds of love & understanding within our community & within our tribes. $5-$10 donation to cover the cost of hall. For more info. visit www.communityseed.org or call  831-469-0336.

Workshops
& Groups

Alice Bailey Full Moon
Meditation Group

An ongoing monthly group meditation service.  831 464-4564 

 Christian Yoga Sangha    

A discussion and meditation group exploring the parables as keys to the forgotten yoga teachings Jesus gave to his closest disciples. Based on The Mystic Way of Radiant Love by John Francis. Ongoing Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in Santa Cruz.  P.O. Box 334, Los Altos, CA  94023-0334

Creative Spirit Painting
Playshop
Free your Creative Spirit! Supportive group painting sessions using non-toxic tempera paints. All supplies provided. No training necessary. In art studio in Santa Cruz. Call Vijita Sara (831) 479-4446  for more info   831-840-4580 

Reiki Clinic

Reiki healing sessions are offered by certified Reiki practitioners. Reiki is universal life energy & a hands-on healing technique that addresses body, mind, and spirit. Clinics take place monthly at The Well Being Center, 5905 Soquel Dr., Suite 150, Soquel. Donations accepted. All are welcome. For info call Debbie 831-840-4580 

Spiritual Mentoring

Breathwork, meditation, charting spiritual path, personally     designed from Source to you.  Monthly consultations. 

Sliding scale.  831.566.5305.

Way of Sudden Awakening

Dharma talks and dialogues in the spirit of  Original Zen. See Thursday’s events for more information.

Music, Dance & Movement

 
Balance of Power Pilates

The West side’s full service studio offering group classes & personal training.  Pilates Morning Mat & Stretch, 9 am-10 am – all levels. Pilates Dynamic Mat, 6 pm-7 pm – int./adv. only.  207 McPhearson St. Suite A.  831-429-1245 . www.BOPpilates.com

Bellydance Basics

Gypsy Style! Explore Gitano and Romani aspects of bellydance through combinations & choreography. Taught by Vashti. Call Capitola Recreation at  831-475-6115.

Community Music School of Santa Cruz

A non-profit educational organization dedicated to offering the encouragement and support that will allow musical gifts to surface and grow in the full spectrum of musical forms. We provide a listing of music classes & educational concerts as well as private teacher referrals. For a free catalog and calendar of events call 426-9155 or visit our website.  www.communitymusicschool.org 

Dance Church

Freeform weekly DJ dance celebration.  All ages.  Bring  sacred items for the altar.  Sunday 9:00 am–11:30 am.  418 Front St. S.C.  For info call 466-9770.

Irish Music Session &
Traditional Song Circle

All singers & instrumentalists welcome! Every 2nd Sunday from 6-10 p.m. at Britannia Arms, 8017 Soquel Drive, Aptos. Jessica Bryan, 335-7696, or Sheila, 464-2128.  Sponsored by the Celtic Society of Monterey Bay.

Kirtans

Monthly at Ananda Sangha of the Redwoods.  Join us for an evening of chanting.  Awaken the natural love in your heart and prepare the way for meditation.  For details, call Ananda Sangha of the Redwoods, 338-YOGA.

Mothersong

Singing & being with children makes a culture worth celebrating. All are welcome. Every  Wed & Thurs 9:15 & 10:30 am. Unity Temple, Harmony Hall, 407 Broadway, S.C.  Children encouraged to join the music circle. $5. Call Joya, 426 -2935.

Traditional Singers’ Circle

Folk, Celtic, Blues, Country, all singers & instrumentalists welcome!  Every first Sunday from 4 p.m.- 7 p.m. New location: Art & Wine Gardens, 13090 Pine St., Boulder Creek. Hosted by Jessica Bryan, founder of the Berkeley Free Folk Festival, and Tom Clunie.  Call 335-7696.

Centers

Ananda Sangha of the
Redwoods

We faithfully teach Ananda style Hatha Yoga and meditation techniques of Paramahansa Yogananda, including preparation for Kriya. ASR is a nonprofit organization. www.anandaredwoods.org. Yoga & Meditation Center, 13150 Highway 9, Boulder Creek 95006, 831-338-YOGA.

Aromatic Center for
Complimentary Healing

Announcing the opening of a unique healing center that offers Essential Oil Therapy sessions complimented by massage, reflexology, Interpersonal Feng Shui, exotic skin care treatments, esoteric & emotional healing and more.  Special introductory rate.  For an appointment, please call  831-462-1807.

Artisans of Light

A Western Mystery School which opens for you a Qabalistic Path of Enlightenment, using tools and inspiaration of the Sacred Tarot and the Holy Qabalah. Please see Thursday listing. 425-1185 for message or 688-1792

Awareness Network

Your So. Bay Connection to fascinating presentations & a universe of wonderful people promoting holistic health, spirituality, personal & professional growth.  Divine Science Community Ctr, 1540 Hicks Ave., San Jose, (408) 882-5009. Thurs at 8:30 am—10:30 am. Light breakfast incl. for $7. Call (408) 882-5009; free newsletter.

Body & Soul Salon for the
Healing Arts.

Ongoing classes in Yoga & Tai Chi. Public classes or private sessions: Iyengar Yoga, pre-natal Yoga, Yoga for Women over 55, Restorative Yoga for Women, Body-Mind Centering Yoga. A beautiful, quiet studio in downtown S.C. 738 Chestnut St. at Squid Row.  Studio is avail to rent for complimentary activities.  Call Susan Merritt,  831-459-8613.

The Center for the Soul

224 Chilverton St. S.C.  831-457-2483 . Classes, workshops, private sessions with Robin Lopez Lysne, MA. Clear karma, heal relationships, intuitive and mediumistic guidance. www.centerforthesoul.com

The Center for World
Networking

P.O. Box 769, Soquel, CA  95073,  
831-477-1739 .  Our purpose is to bring groups and individuals inspired by love to work for health and well-being into greater public awareness as well as to network their efforts and resources together for mutual benefit and world healing.  See our Monday night listings (back cover) or call office for more info.

The College of Botanical
Healing Arts

Offering holistic healing workshops & a 364-hour Essential Oil Therapy Practitioner Program.  Call 831 462-1807. 

The Conscious Lounge

Is a space dedicated to supporting the growth of the human body, mind, and spirit. It is available for hourly rent 7 days
a week to those who share this intention.Centrally located, The Conscious Lounge is a beautifully decorated space ideal for yoga, pilates, and other movement classes, small workshops, meditation groups, coaching and massage.  Renters have use of approx. 600 sq. feet of carpeted space, bathroom, sound system, massage table and a wide array of seating, folding tables yoga balls & gymnast mats.  Current Rates $15 per hour   $110 per day.  Located at Capitola Rd. and Eldorado Ave.  Call Matt Chapman at  831 325 3460  to reserve. 

Eckankar Center

230 Mt. Hermon Rd., Scotts Valley, Suite 210. 438-3311. Sun. Worship Service, free talks & discussions. Call Center for info.

Fenwick Academy of Celestial & Mundane Arts

Offering Consulting Services in Chinese Astrology and Personal Life Charts, Feng Shui for Residences, Workspaces and Architectural Design, Performance Coaching in the Arts, Movement Awareness, & Motion Patterning. Call for class schedule & registration, 471-0388.

Gateways Books & Gifts

Santa Cruz, CA  95062, 429-9600. A non-profit community resource for spiritual, inspirational, health and personal growth-related books, magazines, music and videos.  Gateways also offers a full line of yoga and meditation supplies, candles, incense, jewelry and sacred art.  See listing of free events at  www.gatewaysbooks.com.

Green Oaks Farm and Retreat

Offering group workshop space. 20’ yurt, medicinal herb garden, 77 acres of land to enjoy.  Day & overnight use. (650) 299-8706.


 

The Healing Music Organization

The Center for Harmonic Living

Sound Healing is a co-creative process of release and realignment through tapping into & resonating w/our innate healing essence utilizing sound & breath.  During a private or group session, a virtual symphony is created for ea. individual, bathing them in sound & healing energy. Visit our web site; www.healingmusic.org. S.C.,  831-588-7498.

The HeartStream Sufi
Community 

We are a group of spiritual friends who have been inspired by the teachings of Hazrat Inayat Khan. We gather together to support each other in our personal spiritual journey and the awakening of humanity. We offer Dances of Universal Peace every Sunday 7-9p.m. at The Live Oak Grange 1900 17^th Ave. S.C. Also, 1^st Thurs at The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall on Freedom Blvd in Aptos (1.3 miles east of Hwy 1, on the right). For more information contact Nancy 336-8461 or Leela 465-1123. Or see www.sufievents.com

The Home Temple Center

Ordination into Apostolic lineage of Mar Yeshua, the Master Jesus. Gnostic Mass on the first Sun. of the month. 10am @ the Garden Center Sanctuary, 3070 Prather Lane, SC. 831-726-3192 . Visit our web site; www.hometemple.org.  

Jade Mountain Health Center

Offering holistic and complementary health care featuring western and Chinese medicine, acupuncture, herbs, chiropractic and a wide variety of skilled body work; including acupressure, Breema, Feldenkrais, massage (Swedish, Deep Tissue), Rolfing, Zero Balancing and Traeger. 8065 Aptos Street, Aptos. 831-685-1800.

Labyrinth in the Garden
of the Beloved

A sacred space in a graceful wooded setting with a burning bowl for release work, prayer flags to hang amongst the trees and white sage smudge for clearing before the walk. Come walk your intentions, clear your mind and find your peace. The labyrinth is a tool for spiritual exploration & honoring transformation. Avail by appt for individual or group walks and ceremonies. Energy exchange of $5—10 sliding scale. Call Peggy Black  831-335-3145.

Land of Medicine Buddha

A Healing & Retreat Center located on 55 acres of forest & meadowland bordering 10,000 acres of the enchanted redwood forest, 15 mins south of S.C. Courses & workshops in meditation & Buddhist philosophy, individual & group meditation retreats & facility rentals, Buddhist book & gift shop. Full program of classes for fall. Call 462-8383 for info or visit our website: www.medicinebuddha.org. Center for Healing & Developing a Good Heart, 5800 Prescott Road, Soquel.

Lotusheart

Is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bring forth a conscious, loving way of living.  We offer community events, family days, meditation retreats, classes on spiritual parenting and couples workshops.  Once a month we hold an Ammachi Satsang and a Sacred Song Circle for women.  Please call  831-426-6599.

Lotus Holistic Health Institute

4145 Clares St., Capitola, 95010.  For more info. call 479-1667. Cynthia Copple,
Ayurvedic Consultant. Consultations, classes, Pancha Karma.

Luz Del Corazon Eco-Village

is an educational, health care and service-focused Permaculture eco-village in Colonia Liberdad, Costa Rica.  Our 183 acres at 3000 feet elevation is both comfortable and beautiful.  Come visit, volunteer or join us!  See links to videos and plans from www.deepahealth.com.   Email deepahealth@yahoo.com for more information, or call 506-8381-8825 in Costa Rica to talk to us.  Coming soon: www.luzdelcorazonecovillage.org

Mount Madonna Center

445 Summit Road, Watsonville, CA  95076,  (408) 847-0406 . Retreat and Conference facility in the Santa Cruz Mountains overlooking Monterey Bay offers yoga and ayurveda trainings. Facilities for individual and group retreats, and a broad offering of personal growth seminars and workshops. www.mountmadonna.org

Community—Crucible of

Transformation

Tom Yoemans, Kay Brown-Fields, Diane Rossman, and Bill Shields

Mountain Ayurveda

1300 Bloom Grade Rd.Boulder Creek.  831-234-2412 . Offering wellness

consultations, massage,  shirodhara and steam treatments. Kathy Eisenhart, Clinical. Ayurvedic Specialist. www.MountainAyurveda.com

Non Violent Communication Santa Cruz

Offering workshops on Non Violent Communication (NVC) in and around the Santa Cruz area, as well as meditations, counseling and trainings for individuals, businesses and organizations. See our webpage at www.nvcsantacruz.org, or call  831-459-6919  for more information.

Pacific Cultural Center

A Community Center for Personal Growth, Education & the Arts. Three classrooms and performance hall available for rent.  Daily yoga classes by the Ashtanga Yoga Institute.  Affiliated w/Mount Madonna Center.  Call for more info.  1307 Seabright Ave., Santa Cruz, 426-8893.

The Santa Cruz Dance Gallery

418 Front St., S.C. Artistic Director, Rita Rivera, 457-1448.  A location for the professional dance artists & movement educators of our community.  Classes offered. The Dance Gallery is available for rehearsal and performance rental.

The Santa Cruz School for
Tarot & Qabalah Study
Founded in 1975 by practical-mystic, Amber Jayanti, to make the experience of these sacred teachings more accessible & to bridge the esoteric traditions of East & West. Instruction aims at guiding & supporting each student's development & to heighten her/his awareness of Reality--the inseparability of spirit & matter. Emphasis is on the practical integration of spiritual principles into everyday living. Curriculum also teaches students to use what they have learned to help foster this developmental process in others. Offering 5+ yrs of beginning to advanced coursework. Sliding scale. For more info:

423-9742 or www.practical-mystic.com. Amber is also avail for Qabalistic Tarot Consutations.

School of the Living Springs

Beth Beurkens, M.A., P.O. Box 840, Mt Shasta CA 96067 

The Society of Abidance

in Truth

Satsang every Sunday, 10am.  Nondual Self-Knowledge, Advaita Vedanta & the

teachings of Sri Ramana Maharshi. Meditation, instruction, and dialogue. SAT, 1834 Ocean Street, S.C.  831-425-7287 . www.SATRamana.org

Soul and Spirit Institute

Creative visual art process. Studio group & individual sessions. “Tarot of Transformation” readings. Channeled readings. Individual counseling. Process & spiritual support groups. Call for schedule or appt. #2 Monte Verde Hts. S. C.  831-459-0904 . 

Survivors Healing Center

Established in response to a growing concern about the incidence of childhood sexual abuse reported by women, men, & children.  We provide education, information, & referrals to survivors of child sexual abuse & concerned individuals thru public presentations, workshops, group therapy & support groups. P.O. Box 8491, S.C.  831-423-7601.

Teaching Of Intuitional

Metaphysics   

A Babaji/Jesus-guided center assisting individuals in transforming their lives through the Healing Grace & unconditional Love & Joy of their Divine or Higher Self.  The Center offers workshops & classes in meditation, channeling, prayer & sound healing, individual Divine-Self Initiation Sessions. Sunday evening deep meditations at 8 p.m. Led by Kitty & Michael Mrache, Aptos, 662-3393.

Vajrapani Institute

A Tibetan Buddhist Retreat Center under the Spiritual direction of the Venerable Lama Zopa Rinpoche. Member of the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition. Courses & workshops in meditation & Buddhist philosophy, individual and group meditation retreats & facility rentals.  For more info: P.O. Box 2130, Boulder Creek. 338-6654, fax 338-3666.
 

Vajrayana Foundation

Under the direction of Lama Tharchin Rinpoche. Pema Osel Ling, 2013 Eureka Canyon Rd., Watsonville, CA  95076.  Please call  831-761-6266  for more information or see us on our web site, www.vajrayana.org.

Congregations

Ananda Sangha of the

Redwoods

The teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda & Self Realization are joyfully shared. Join us for the following public events or call or visit our website for a full schedule of events. Weekly Meditation. Sundays 8:30 am-9:45 am. & Sunday Service: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 13150 Highway 9 Boulder Creek.  831-338-9642 . yoga@anandaredwoods.org . Weekly Meditations at Ananda Yoga Center of Scotts Valley, 75-B Mt. Hermon Road,  Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm.

Inner Light Ministries

An omnifaith outreach ministry dedicated to spiritual transformation that acknowledges Spiritual Oneness, appreciates individualized expressions & honors all paths that lead to Truth. Sundays at 5630 Soquel Drive, Soquel.  Meditation service at 10:15 am. Service, led by founding minister, Rev. Deborah L. Johnson, at 10:45 a.m.  831-465-9090 

or  ilm@innerlightministries.com.

Unity Temple of Santa Cruz :

Unity Temple is part of the worldwide Unity Movement that has over 1,000 Spiritual Centers and Churches worldwide. Unity was established over 100 years ago and are the publishers of the Daily Word magazine. Silent Unity provides prayer throughout the world and is available on a 24 hour, 7 day per week basis, call 800-NOW PRAY (free to all). Services are every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. led by Rev. Kathy McCall. We gather to celebrate spirituality and community. Unity embraces all. Located at 407 Broadway, Santa Cruz. Unity also has rental space in Harmony Hall for meetings, classes, etc. Call  831-423-8553 .  email: unitytemplesc@aol.com or website: www.unitysantacruz.org

Yoga

 

Ananda Yoga for Higher
Awareness

Ananda Yoga is classic Hatha Yoga using affirmations &  pranayama to create a powerful, deeply enjoyable vehicle for spiritual growth.  We offer 1 1/2 hour classes 6 days/wk., drop-in, $14.00 per session, discounts available.  Call  338-YOGA  for details. 13150 Highway 9, Boulder Creek.

 
Ashtanga Yoga Institute 

Ongoing yoga classes. Of all levels.       Pacific Cultural Center, 1307 Seabright Ave., S.C. 426-8893.

Bhakti Yoga

Bhakti Yoga class with Saravana Prabhu of Sri Saraswati Ashram every Thursday night at 7:30p.m. held at the Veterans Hall, downtown Santa Cruz. All welcome. Free.

Hatha Yoga in the Iyengar tradition 

Ongoing public classes and private instruction available. Introductory/Beginning through Adv. Intermediate. 22 years teaching experience. Learn about your body and how it can move. Susan Merritt at Body & Soul Salon for the Healing Arts, 738 Chestnut St.@ Squid Row 459-8613.

Iyengar Yoga

With Ann Barros.  30 yrs exp. Private studio, small, personal classes.  Beg. & intermed. classes.  Tues. morn & eves 5:30- 7:00 & Sat. morn. Call for more info. 475-8738.

Iyengar Yoga, Hatha Yoga
& Personal Fitness

All levels. Intro series, Levels 1 thru 5    

Maya Lev, director of the Yoga Center

423-6719. 

Teachers; Laurie Broderick-Burr, 423-1114, Kofi Busia, 423-6719, Juliet Heizman, 429-5428, Bonnie Simoa, 477-5201 x1540, Mitra Tredway, 768-0448. 428-C Front St., S.C.  423-6719, www.iyoga.com/ycsc.

Kali Ray Tri Yoga Center

Kali Ray, founder of Tri Yoga, is an internationally acclaimed yogini.  Her renowned yoga method is the most comprehensive & effective means of developing a healthy body and a calm mind.  Basic to adv levels.  Over 150 classes a month.  $70/month for unlimited classes. Call for schedule, 464-8100.

Relax with Yoga. Gentle & Easy

Radha Vignola, M.A., Certified advanced & prenatal instructor of Integral Yoga for 20 years. Hatha, meditation, breathing, relaxing. All levels. Mon. 4:30 - 6 pm  Wed 6  -7:30 pm and Sat  mornings Call  427-3211.

Women's Yin Yoga Stretch

Mild Yoga / Stretches / Breath and Meditation. Youth sustaining focus with TLC. The Garden Sanctuary, 6 week series (repeats). Fall classes forming now. Fridays 10:30 a.m. / Tuesday 6:30 p.m. For more info call Nada 295-2427