Upcoming Events & Guest Speakers in January
| January 1st - Judi Vitale, astrologer, writer |
| January 6th & 7th - Dr. Jan Seward, author, psychologist, educator |
| January 6th & 7th - Richard Reiter, musician |
| January 13th, 14th, & 15th - Michele Livingston, psychic medium, author |
| January 14th & 15th - Jon Stroh, Certified Hypnotherapist |
| January 20th & 21st - Liz Georges, tarot consultant |
| January 21st & 22nd - Angela Casey, media/communications & Chinese business consultant |
| January 27th, 28th, & 29th - Charlie & Linda Bloom, relationship counselors/authors |
January 1
Love in 2012 with astrologer and writer Judi Vitale – 8:30pm
Opportunities for love come and go throughout the year, and throughout life. Learn how the trends of this new year according to the stars can help you to know when to take a chance on romance or even improve on the one you already have. Astrologer and writer Judi Vitale currently keeps the astrology-based web site ReadTheStars.com. Published widely in print and throughout the web for many years (Seventeen.com, Tarot.com, ScopeMyFuture.com, Mademoiselle, Redbook, Ocean and Bride’s magazines as well as providing research for Marie Claire), Judi also consults with personal clients to help them discover their potential and manage their lives with more awareness and purpose. Private consultations at The Lodge are available through Spa Concierge.
January 6
Conversations with the I Ching: Contemporary Insights from the Ancient Oracle of Change with author, psychologist and educator Dr. Jan Seward – 4:00pm
The I Ching is the oldest known Oracle, developed at the dawn of civilization by ancient moon-cults. Later civilizations developed the oracle as a profound system of wisdom, philosophy, numerology and cosmology, as well as a powerful system of divination. The I Ching has influenced contemporary philosophy, art, science and mathematics, including the creation of modern computers! Today, the I Ching continues to provide wisdom, guidance, hope and humor to all who invite it into conversation. Explore how to gain tools to develop an intimate and meaningful relationship with this magnificent oracle. Private consultations are also available through Spa Concierge.
Spiritual Drumming Circle with musician Richard Reiter – 8:30pm
Celebrate rhythm with musician Richard Reiter. Drum together in this exhilarating and unifying experience. Reiter, a nationally acclaimed jazz musician, studied African drumming in Senegal and brings drums and percussion instruments for everyone to use. No musical training necessary! Spiritual Drumming creates a sense of community and exuberance about being powerfully alive!
January 7
Spiritual Drumming Circle with musician Richard Reiter – 5:00pm
Celebrate rhythm with musician Richard Reiter. Drum together in this exhilarating and unifying experience. Reiter, a nationally acclaimed jazz musician, studied African drumming in Senegal and brings drums and percussion instruments for everyone to use. No musical training necessary! Spiritual Drumming creates a sense of community and exuberance about being powerfully alive!
Living a Dimensional Life: Explorations in Multi-dimensional Consciousness with author, psychologist and educator Dr. Jan Seward – 8:30pm
This presentation, designed to introduce you to increased awareness of dimensional experience in your everyday life, focuses on awareness of numerous dimensions – as many as nine, or even twelve – on any given day, at any given moment, with each dimension a possible portal into greater levels of spiritual, emotional and physical health and well-being. Practical applications of a dimensional consciousness will be addressed as well as their relationship to the chakras. (Helpful reading: ‘Alchemy of Nine Dimensions’ by Barbara Hand Clow). Private consultations are also available through Spa Concierge.
January 13
Miraculous Encounters: Awakening to the World of Spirit with psychic medium and author Michele Livingston – 8:30pm
Learn the many ways the spirit realm communicates with us with renowned medium Michele Livingston, author of Miraculous Encounters. Discover how you can receive messages and spiritual guidance from your own angels, guides and departed loved ones. Private consultations are also available through Spa Concierge.
January 14
Messages from Beyond with psychic medium and author Michele Livingston – 5:00pm
Discover the secrets of conscious manifestation, receive guidance about the soul’s journey and learn about the dynamics of “the other side” with renowned medium Michele Livingston. Michele will share valuable information from her book, Messages from Beyond, to help you become aware of the world of spirit. Private consultations are also available through Spa Concierge.
Mind Body Alignment with Jon Stroh, Certified Hypnotherapist – 8:30pm
Challenges such as food allergies, emotional issues, fears, phobias and even certain medical conditions, can stem from past traumatic life experiences. Explore how you can access your sub-conscious mind through hypnosis and release the negative effects of these memories – even certain conditions that have been with you since birth! Private consultations are also available through Spa Concierge.
January 15
The True Nature of Love: Awakening to Spirit Communication with psychic medium and author Michele Livingston – 5:00pm
Love never dies and the bonds of those we have loved are still with us, even though they are now in the realms of spirit. Do you know the many ways the spirit realms communicate? Would you like to learn how to maximize your own communication with angels, guides and departed loved ones? Michele will give guidance on keys to expediting communication with the other dimensions of love and light. Private consultations are also available through Spa Concierge.
Mind Body Alignment with Jon Stroh, Certified Hypnotherapist – 8:30pm
Challenges such as food allergies, emotional issues, fears, phobias and even certain medical conditions, can stem from past traumatic life experiences. Explore how you can access your sub-conscious mind through hypnosis and release the negative effects of these memories – even certain conditions that have been with you since birth! Private consultations are also available through Spa Concierge.
January 20
Exploring Tarot throughout History & for Meditative Purposes with tarot consultant Liz Georges – 8:30pm
Join intuitive Tarot reader Liz Georges in an exploration of the origins of tarot and how its symbols are used for meditative purposes. Gain practical understanding and learn basic methods to use Tarot in your daily life. Private consultations are also available through Spa Concierge.
January 21
‘Will China be THE Economic Superpower?’ with media/communications & Chinese business consultant Angela Casey – 5:00pm
Briefly beginning with the ebb and flow of Chinese history illustrating how and when China gained its power, receive insights on the current political situation both internationally as well as domestically within the patterns of Chinese culture, and how these translate in terms of China’s interaction with the current global economic systems of trade and finance.
Exploring Tarot throughout History & for Meditative Purposes with tarot consultant Liz Georges – 8:30pm
Join intuitive Tarot reader Liz Georges in an exploration of the origins of tarot and how its symbols are used for meditative purposes. Gain practical understanding and learn basic methods to use Tarot in your daily life. Private consultations are also available through Spa Concierge.
January 22
Raise the Red Lantern ~ Insights regarding the Chinese New Year with media/communications & Chinese business consultant Angela Casey – 8:30pm
And so begins the Year of the Dragon – the most fortuitous of all years in the Chinese Zodiac. Explore both the culture and the history of the Chinese New Year and its celebrations, including an explanation of the zodiac in general (each animal’s significance) and an overview of the traditions, customs and superstitions involved in celebrating the week. Focus of the evening is placed on the dragon year – what is expected to portend, as well as dragon years past (from an historical perspective).
January 27
The Art of Happiness with relationship counselors/authors Charlie & Linda Bloom – 8:30pm
“The purpose of our lives is to be happy.” – His Holiness the Dalai Lama
The desire for happiness is the motivation behind nearly all of our behaviors. Happiness does more than make us feel good; happiness enhances our health, our well-being, our relationships, the overall quality of our lives, and even our longevity. Perennial wisdom has reminded us that happiness is to be found within, not in pursuit of external rewards, yet the compulsion to look outside of ourselves is strong and relentlessly reinforced by our culture. Discover ways to strengthen the capacity to cultivate inner happiness. Private consultations (individual or couples) are also available through Spa Concierge.
January 28
Secrets of Extraordinary Relationships with relationship counselors/authors Charlie & Linda Bloom – 8:30pm
Examine the unique qualities of exceptional relationships and identify ways to integrate those qualities into your life. Learn practices that can transform your relationship and promote co-creativity, acceptance and spiritual rejuvenation. Private consultations (individual or couples) are also available through Spa Concierge.
January 29
The Art of Happiness with relationship counselors/authors Charlie & Linda Bloom – 8:30pm
“The purpose of our lives is to be happy.” – His Holiness the Dalai Lama
The desire for happiness is the motivation behind nearly all of our behaviors. Happiness does more than make us feel good; happiness enhances our health, our well-being, our relationships, the overall quality of our lives, and even our longevity. Perennial wisdom has reminded us that happiness is to be found within, not in pursuit of external rewards, yet the compulsion to look outside of ourselves is strong and relentlessly reinforced by our culture. Discover ways to strengthen the capacity to cultivate inner happiness. Private consultations (individual or couples) are also available through Spa Concierge.