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The Lotus Centre Newsletter The Lotus Centre & Babylon
Bookshop provide a community service newsletter for workshops in Tasmania
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Issue: November 2008 |
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Welcome to this month’s
issue of The Lotus Centre
Newsletter From
the Babylon – Lotus Centre Team |
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Hi dear Friends and Fellow
Travellers, The spring winds have blow any remnants of winter away. Allowing the trees to dance and bow their
heads. While the bees busily harvest
the eucalyptus pollen. Have you ever
noticed how noisy they are? With the
sun’s warmth on our back it’s a beautiful time to sit and watch the world go
by. In our busy world don’t forget to
take a breath, stop and enjoy the beauty and the intricacy of what’s around
us. In this newsletter perhaps please note the following workshops
listed: ·
Tasmanian Middle Eastern Dance Festival in
Exeter ·
Peak States of Consciousness Lecture ... And don’t miss this month’s NEW listings for the
newsletter. If any info in this
newsletter interests you … then please contact the person listed in the
newsletter …. or alternatively check out: —
The Babylon Bookshop
noticeboard, —
Listed web-sites;
and —
‘The Lotus
Centre’ display board or come and talk to us at Babylon/Lotus Centre Wishing you a wonderfully LOVE-filled, joyful and peaceful
month ahead and many heart-warming moments, insights, journeying inside and
all that there is ……………….. Thank you dearly for your submissions / info for this edition
and for taking the time to open the newsletter e-mail and to read/browse ….. With Love and smiles from Kent, Amanda, Christoph, Rene, Isaac, Cheynie, Klaus and Jane and from all at Babylon and The Lotus Centre PS. (1) Please always send us any information
for the next newsletter between mid month or – at the latest - a few days
before the end of the month ….. simply use this e-mail address to write to us
or go to www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm (2) If you no longer wish to receive
the newsletter, simply let us know, per e-mail and – we will take you off the
date base with the same love that we placed you on it too. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Occasionally in life there are those moments of unutterable fulfillment which cannot be completely explained by those symbols called words. Their meanings can only be articulated by the inaudible language of
the heart. ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ |
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What’s NEW for the newsletter! |
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***Tasmania’s
10th Annual Sustainable Living Expo City Hall, Hobart
1st – 2nd November 2008 Free event featuring 2 days of exhibits, talks, workshops,
displays, art, films, funky fashion and music. Contact: Sustainable
Living Tasmania, Beth Chamberlain, 6234 5566 www.sustainablelivingexpo.org.au |
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***Singing
the Future Kingston
High School oval, John Street entrance. 8th
November 1.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. Celebrating Kingborough Council’s Centenary, with a
community event spectacular. Singing the Future will showcase the remarkable
depth and variety of vocal and musical talent residing in our municipality as
over eight hundred residents perform throughout the afternoon on four
community stages. There will even be a
special under 8’s space filled with activities and performance. It will be an event for the whole
family. Kingborough’s
own Dewayne Everett-Smith will sing and nationally acclaimed Tania Bosak will lead over four hundred residents in a
spectacular showpiece ending to the event, “Drumming up Kingborough”. |
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***Peak
States of Consciousness - Lecture by Samsara Salier Hobart
- 25th November 2008 Time: 7-9 pm Venue: The Lotus Centre, 45 Victoria Street, Hobart Cost: $30 - bring cash on day Contact details: Samsara on mobile: 0438 897 533 or
email: samsara@peakstates.com Web: www.PeakStates.com.au & www.PeakStates.com Peak States Australia are very excited to present our
new lecture series about Peak States of Consciousness. Join us for a fascinating 2 hour lecture on how to achieve
these Peak States of Consciousness. Synthesizing information from cellular
biology, psychology and shamanism, we will explain the many misconceptions
about what Peak States are, their connection to trauma healing, how to attain
them and how to live with them in everyday life. Do you remember those times in your life where
everything just flowed and life could not be better? Everything happened without effort, you
feel love for all life, nothing and no-one bothers you, regardless of what is
happening. Typically people only experience this for short
periods - perhaps hours, days or even a few months, but eventually it fades
or completely disappears. It is possible to have this constant state of
positive, centred, detached, inner harmony that becomes a permanent state of
being. This talk is HIGHLY recommended for anyone interested
in any sort of spiritual or self development, therapists of all kinds,
counsellors, shamans, healers, life coaches, in fact, anyone who wants to
live a greater quality of life or who helps others to do so |
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***Full
Moon Belly Dancing and Drumming Class Exeter
– Nov 14th 2008 Venue: Zahira’s Studio in Exeter at 6:45pm Contact details: Ph: 0418 139 826 or
zahira1au@yahoo.com.au Cost: $25.00.
Enrolments are essential. The full moon is said to be a time for artistic
creations and inspirations. It’s also
a fun time to dance and drum. Zahira will teach a fifty minute belly dance class -
no experience necessary as class content will cater to group level. If you have a scarf to wear around your
hips, please bring one otherwise you can use one of Zahira’s. Razi will lead then everyone into fifty minutes of
Middle Eastern drum rhythms. No experience necessary. Drums are available for
loan but feel free to bring your own. Share in a hot drink (using Fair Trade and Organic
products) and cake while watching the glowing full moon. |
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***Tasmanian
Middle Eastern Dance Festival Exeter
Primary and High School Nov
28th - 30th 2008 There will be two days of workshops with a variety of
teachers as well as a floorshow, fashion Parade and a Bazaar. For details go to http://home.iprimus.com.au/kazzray
or email zahira1au@yahoo.com.au to receive a PDF of the Festival booklet. |
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***Belly
Dance Bazaar Exeter
Primary School Hall - Nov 29th 2008 at 7pm There will be entertainment provided by several belly
dance students and groups. Stalls selling make up, skin care, preloved and new
belly dance costumes, CDs, DVDs, Indian shawls and coats, Tribal items and
more … Entry is $4.00.
Purchase your ticket before the day to be eligible for the lucky door
prizes. Contact Zahira on 0418 139 826 or zahira1au@yahoo.com.au This is a Tasmanian Middle Eastern Dance Festival
event. |
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*** The
Tas Pagan Website The Tas Pagans website was created with the intention
of serving as a meeting point, a resource and a community for Pagans around
and from Tasmania. We are not an
organisation; we merely exist to bring Pagans together! We also provide free advertising for
businesses who are either Pagan-based or Pagan-owned/run, to help support the
Pagan community in Tasmania. Feel free to check it out at http://taspagans.com –
create an account, join in on the forums, submit essays/articles, interesting
news stories, anything - we’ll be happy to have you! |
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Workshops & Events ... in and around
Hobart |
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*** Earthwalk Retreat - Huon Bush Retreats - Wellness
Retreats Oct 31 - Nov 2. Develop a conscious,
gratitude filled and meaningful relationship with the natural world in order
to develop the vitality required for lifelong commitment to personal and
environmental wellness. Costs includes
2 nights accommodation, all meals and workshops: PLEASE NOTE: Cost: $450 - 20%
Discount applies to Pension, HCC Holders and Students. Information and
Bookings (03) 62642233 or info@huonbushretreats.com or www.huonbushretreats.com |
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***REIKI
2 WORKSHOP Sat 8th and Sun 9th Nov 9.30 - 4.30 both days. Cost $200 Venue: Lindisfarne Next Reiki 1 workshop: Feb 2009 (Date to be decided) For more details and to book please contact Joy
Nicholson (Reiki Master/Teacher) on 0415 416 168 or email: joynicholson@aapt.net.au or
www.joynicholson.com.au |
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***Rhythmic
Movement – Certificate 1 & 2 Training This course will teach you how to bring about
emotional and behavioural change through the application of sequences of
rhythmic movements. Rhythmic Movement is a simple and easy way to
stimulate the neural pathways. This
stimulation promotes improved coordination, increased learning ability and
better concentration. Rhythmic Movement has been found to be beneficial for
people suffering from ADD, ADHD, Alzheimers, Dementia, Parkinsons Disease,
Autism and learning disorders. ·
Certificate 1 – November 8th & 9th 2008 ·
Certificate 2 – November 10th 2008 For more information contact www.healthpotential.com.au or phone Roslyn at
Health Potential on 6227 9369/ 0416
070 223 |
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*** WELLNESS RETREATS & WOMENS CIRCLES – HUON BUSH
RETREATS, RANELAGH November
16th 9am-4pm. Walk a stone
labyrinth, relax, connect with women in the beautiful surroundings of our
natural bush land, sing, drum and meditate. Only $55 includes lunch and
refreshments. Call Jane 0428 402314 for more info or book with Michael 6264
2233 www.huonbushretreats.com |
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***Transformational
kinesiology courses in Tasmania Transformational kinesiology is a soul-centred
process, which recognises that within each individual there is a source of
wisdom and truth. Developed by Danish Kinesiologists, it works with the
individual’s own innate wisdom, strengthening the connection to the true Self
and clears hidden blockages. Transformational kinesiology is the practical
application of Ancient Wisdom. • Inner leadership 21st – 22nd November
2008 This two day workshop provides a way of seeking the
inner knowledge, which is at the core of who we are and how we find our
purpose. Topics include the path of
the soul, creativity, the seven rays, the five major groups of diseases and
energetic evaluation. Price: $320, includes comprehensive manual, morning
and afternoons teas. Bring your own lunch. This course is accredited with the
Australian Kinesiology Association. • Transformational kinesiology foundation workshop 23rd
- 24th November 2008
Participants will have the opportunity to experience a
Transformational Kinesiology balance, learn various stress release techniques
and learn to facilitate the balance process. Topics including the spiritual
constitution of man, spiritual law, the seven rays and their associated
qualities. Price: $320, includes comprehensive manual, morning
and afternoons teas. Bring your own lunch. This course is accredited with the
Australian Kinesiology Association Phone: Debbie
Pannowitz 6267 5050 |
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***Singing
bowl workshop “Yoga and Sound” – first time in Tasmania with Christina Koenig (Yoga teacher, sound massage
therapist) and Sascha Bauer (Dipl. music teacher, Dipl. musician, studio
speaker, radio presenter) Experience healing vibrations of singing bowls, made
by Tibetans, on body mind and spirit. The workshop offers an exceptional combination of
singing bowl concerts, Yoga practice with healing sounds (postures, breathing
exercises, and meditations), Sound Massage, and Sound Formations.
Participants can make contact with the bowls. It will be an uplifting,
nurturing and balancing weekend.
Cost: $380 (Early
bird $320 when booked with deposit $120 or fully paid by 14.11.08) Fee does not include meals and accommodation. Book early – number of participants is limited. For more information, fliers, and/or booking contact
Ma Bodhi or Anand 03 6229 7458 or by email: mabodhi@bigpond.com |
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*** Courses
in Gnosis and Gnosticism The objective of the Gnostic school is to give freely
to humanity a practical teaching through which people can learn what
specifically the inner work is and how to develop it in a day-to-day basis.
Study topics such as psychology, meditation, philosophy, alchemy, kabalah,
astrology, tarot, practical dream-work, anthropology, chakras, kundalini and
many other subjects. Cost: free.
Courses are offered periodically throughout the year- to find out more
visit www.gnosistasmania.org or
phone the Gnostic Centre on 6278 9631 |
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*** Wellness
relies on a balanced WOMAN Specialising in Detoxification, Hormonal Health,
Weight loss, Stress Management, Geopathic/EMR stress, Reproductive Health
including preconception, natural fertility management, infertility
treatments, pregnancy, labour, birth, postnatal healing and menopause. Courses are conducted regularly throughout the year
and include Active birth classes, Optimal health through hormonal balance,
Detecting earth energy through dowsing, and Maternity reflexology for
midwives. To find out more visit http://stream-of-life.com or please
contact Vicki and Janice on 0362285796 / 0419532286 |
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***Inspiration Circle Meet monthly to nourish the spirit.
We gather to share about a diverse
range of topics - environmental, social justice, sharing world resources, the
arts... We include some quotations and
readings from a wide range of sources for reflection. Everyone regardless of belief or background
is welcomes to attend. Please contact
Angela on 6223 8415 or angelabryan@aapt.net.au
for details. |
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*** Satyananda Yoga Please contact the Satyananda Yoga
Centre on 6231 9117. E-mail: hobart@satyananda.net, visit www.satyananda.net |
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*** Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Centre Regular events and courses include
yoga courses, positive thinking course, and meditation. Please call the Centre on 6278 3788 for
detailed information and bookings. |
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*** Living Yoga - Children's Yoga Dance At Weeroona Yoga Studio, North
Hobart. Adult courses in Hatha and meditation. Ph Roslyn on 0439 995 655. |
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*** Theosophical Society of Hobart The Theosophical Society has two
centres in Tasmania, which are branches of the international organization,
formed in New York in 1875, dedicated to the promotion of brotherhood and to
the encouragement of the study of religion, philosophy, and science, so that
we may better understand ourselves and our place in the universe. (The
Theosophical World-View) Introductory courses in theosophy
are held when there are a sufficient number of interested people. Weekly meetings at the library Monday 8-9
pm. Wednesday discussion group 2.30-4pm. For detailed please phone 6231 4454 or
visit the website on www.theosophicaltas.websyte.com.au |
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*** Pagan Alliance Meets every first Thursday of the month upstairs at the New
Sydney Hotel at 6.00 pm. All welcome. Ask at the bar if you have difficulty
finding the room. |
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Workshops, events, therapies
at 'The Lotus Centre' |
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Workshops .... |
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***Peak
States of Consciousness - Lecture by Samsara Salier Hobart
- 25th November 2008, 7-9 pm For more details see ‘What’s NEW for the newsletter’. Contact details: Samsara on mobile: 0438 897 533 or
email: samsara@peakstates.com Web: www.PeakStates.com.au & www.PeakStates.com |
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***
Shiatsu – Workshop … very relaxing, energy balancing, practical Sunday
7th of December 1pm - 4.30pm. Experience this popular & very effective Japanese
energy-balancing body work technique in a beautiful & peaceful
environment at The Lotus Centre. Acquire
enough knowledge for self-treatment & partner treatment Increase
your feeling of calmness, wellbeing & inner connectedness through gentle
yet deep acupressure / shiatsu sessions Join by yourself or bring a friend. Shiatsu massage is
practiced & given in comfortable, light clothing. It is often experienced
as profoundly balancing, healing & deeply relaxing. Ph Klaus on 6231
9669, 0419 440123 or e-mail via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
Cost: $35 ($25 conc.) |
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***Singing bowl workshop “Yoga and Sound” -
Workshop Friday 27th Feb 2009 6pm to Sunday 1st March 2009 2pm at The
Lotus Centre. For more details see ‘Workshops and Events… in and
around Hobart’. For more information, fliers, and/or booking contact
Ma Bodhi or Anand 03 6229 7458 or by email: mabodhi@bigpond.com |
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Regular Events |
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*** HEART MEDITATION 1.30 – 2.30 pm Monday to Saturday 7.30 pm Monday evening |
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Experience meditation with the
heart and being more 'in the heart.'
Often a deeply peaceful and joyful experience; for beginners and
experienced meditators alike. Small groups, $5-10 contribution. In the Lotus
Room, 1st floor (Monday eve on 2nd floor). Casual attendance, no need to book.
All welcome. For more information, please ph 6231 9669 or visit www.thelotuscentre.com.au |
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*** Reiki
Clinic – Treatments based on donation Every Saturday 2:30 to 4pm. Please feel very welcome to join for a
deeply relaxing reiki session or if you have a health issue & seek
additional help. Level 1 at the Lotus Centre. Sessions are donation based. Feel free to choose the
amount that is right for you. Please contact the Lotus Centre on 6231 9669 or www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
to book in. Or just drop in. |
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*** Yoga from the Heart - We are excited to be expanding our offerings at the Lotus
Centre Revealing joy, vitality and
intelligence of body and heart For more details see visit www.yogafromtheheart.com.au
or http://www.thelotuscentre.com.au/groups/groups-yoga.html |
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*** Reiki Tummo Practice Evening At 6pm on Thursday in the ‘Lotus
Room’ at ‘The Lotus Centre’. This
evening is for everyone who has attended Reiki Tummo or Heart Workshop level
1 or more J. Phone 6231 9669 or e-mail via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm. Room hire, etc contribution: $5. |
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Therapies & therapists at
the Lotus Centre |
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To book a session, for any of the listed practitioners please contact
The
Lotus Centre on 6231 9669 or e-mail via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm. A range of holistic, alternative therapies
available: 1. Remedial
Massage and Reiki with
Anthony Bone (0408 132562) via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm 2. Chinese
Medicine, Acupuncture and Massage
with Jackie Pisera (0423 482125); jackabean@hotmail.com
3. Shiatsu
Therapy and Reiki (level 3) with Klaus Baur (0419
440123) or e-mail: via www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
4. Massage
with Michael Carroll (0408 133679) e-mail: carrollmjj@gmail.com 5. Craniosacral
Balancing with John Sager Phone 0421 983 938 For any further information about the modality / therapy, it
is best to contact the practitioners directly. More detailed info also on www.thelotuscentre.com.au Some practitioners
also offer a mobile service or work from other locations. Please contact
the practitioner directly for any additional details or updates. *** Practitioners Rooms available for rent Visit the web-site for some details www.thelotuscentre.com.au or
contact us on e-mail us via: www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm or PH. 6231 9669 for further information. |
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Miscellaneous |
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*** Workshop Rooms available for rent:
Visit the web-site for some
details www.thelotuscentre.com.au
or PH. 6231 9669 for further information. |
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*** WANTED - 2nd Hand Books We want to extend the Bookshop and include second hand books …. ·
Thank you for all the
2nd hand books already given to us by so many of you … most of
which have found a place in the Babylon Library. As a new idea … we happily accept 2nd
hand books for both the Library AND a new 2nd book section ·
If you have a moment,
it would be greatly appreciated if you could bring your pre-loved books … for
donation or for us to purchase. THANK
YOU Y |
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~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "There
is nothing impossible for True Source, …but there is one thing
that True Source can’t do: …True Source can’t stop loving you ……” ~
Irmansyah Effendi ~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ |
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The Lotus Centre Newsletter is issued
monthly. We hope
you enjoyed this newsletter. We are
grateful for any comments or feedback.
To contact us please e-mail us at: The Lotus Centre e-mail: via www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
- Fax: (03) 6231 0714 - Phone: (03) 6231 9669 or if Bookshop related Babylon Bookshop e-mail: via www.thelotuscentre.com.au/contact.htm
- Fax: (03) 6231 0714 - Phone: (03) 6231 0722 |
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** Please send us the details of your event towards the end of
the month for the next or at the most for the month after the coming one. We do not endorse any of the content
described in any of the workshop (or other) information provided.