Workshops & Fun for Summer / Fall 2010
I give retreats in beautiful places to offer getaway time, reflection, learning, sharing, stress reduction, and joy. I weave in the things I love: nature, music, movement, laughter, good food, harmony, and quiet time. Yes, we all need to find inner peace wherever we are, but it sure is nice to see an eagle soaring, or sit in a wonderful garden and muse.
We are interesting times. Times of making choices that we didn’t
think so much about a few years ago. I remember a friend of mine once
(when I couldn’t make up my mind between two activities) told me, “Do
both! Do all!” That worked then, but not so easily now. More than
ever we need to take care of our whole selves: in body, mind, emotion,
spirit, work, and play. With that in mind, I am offering retreats, gatherings,
and workshops to make choices easy. When we put our focus on something,
we can make it happen bigger, better, or the other way. Let’s play,
meditate, travel inwards, and explore. Travel to other places and have
adventure. Let’s step out of the worry box, and into serenity and
infinite possibly of self-expression.
I am going to give a few more local retreats this year. Looking forward
to seeing you, meeting your friends, and creating happy memories.
Policy changes: All workshops have minimum requirements for participation which must be met 5 weeks before the date or it will be cancelled. There is a maximum attendance as well. Deposits are non-refundable (unless the event is cancelled), with full payment due 5 weeks prior to the event. If something unexpected arrives, your payment, minus deposit, will be returned if it is before the 5 week prior deadline. The sooner I know, the sooner I can make reservations to accommodate you. Checks can be made to Morning Star Shines.
May 30, San Francisco Carnaval Parade. FREE!
This amazing parade is accessible via BART to the Mission District. Watch ethnic dancers, Brazilian Samba Schools, percussion… great costumes and more for a Memorial Day Treat. I am dancing in the 9th group. Fun, fun!
July 4th Parade in Piedmont. FREE!
Old time family fun, with kazoo bands, old cars, a float with pugs, bagpipers, and things you can’t possibly imagine, including – yes, the Batucada Do L’este Samba School. This is a great time, and made for laughs, entertainment, and fun.
July 11, Summer Food Fest
It’s the apex of summer harvest, and we are going to go for grilling kabobs, making dips, focaccia, gelato, and apricot/peach cobbler. $30pp. BYOA (Bring your own apron). Location TBA. 4:30-7:30pm. Maximum 8
September 17-19, Mt. Diablo Yoga/Nature Camp-out
Let’s celebrate the last weekend of summer with a campout on our local Mt. Diablo. Get above it all. Cool nights, great views, hiking, shared food. AM/PM yoga, animal meditations, and hiking. We stay at the great Juniper Campground that has ancient Junipers. There is a great group spot under huge oaks. Fee: entry and camping, plus $25. It is a group pot luck except for Friday night. Park closes the gates at 8, so be sure and be there before. Minimum: 6 people, Maximum ?
2nd Annual San Damiano Yoga/Nature Retreat
October 1-3
After a great success last year, we are going back to our local magical haven
of peace near the top of the ridge in the Danville area. Close to home, far
from crowds. Enjoy organic gardens, trails, 7 yoga classes, good food, personal
time, and surprises. Last year one of the hearty “boys” biked
from Walnut Creek... up that 1 mile climb. The “birthday girl” opted
to walk down the 1 mile hill for a pedicure. It is your weekend. Limit 18.
Click on the poster below to find out more
November 14 –Gratitude Meditation and Chakra Balancing
A 2 hour workshop designed to balance chakras and meditate on the quality of gratitude. There will be exercises and hand-outs for home practice as a umbrella that keeps us “dry” from the rains of holiday craze. Offering. (an offering is an exchange of energy that can be anything. It is a traditional Native practice that includes but is not limited to money.) 2-4pm.
Location: TBA