PCC Events Guide

THE GLOBAL IMPACT OF SELF LOVE
Tuesday May 21st 7:30-8:30PM

Still not at peace with yourself after all these years of spiritual practice and deep inner work?
Rumi says: "It is not your task to seek for Love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it."
Learn how to dissolve these barriers and Be at peace with yourself:
~~Change self-criticism into self-love, self-doubt into confidence and victimhood into empowerment
~~Realize you ARE the Love you are looking for out there
~~Open up to the natural Flow of Love and fulfillment that you already are when you stop resisting it
~~Liberate the energy you have used to resisting yourself and BE a global impact in the world
~~Discover how Self Love IS the solution to the world's problems

Lack of Self Love and Self acceptance are at the root of suffering, separation and lack of peace and keeps you stuck in the cycle of duality. Learn how to get unstuck and open up to your true Flow of Presence, purpose and fulfillment.

Donations accepted to cover costs
Contact: Pernilla Lillarose, 831 335 8051 or listentoyourheart@lillarose.com
Pernilla Lillarose is a Certified Hakomi Practitioner, Consciousness and Kindness Coach, meditation teacher, author, gardener and Lover of Life.
For more information please go to www.lillarose.com

CONSCIOUS DANCE IN COMMUNITY
Saturday, May 25th, 7:00-10:00pm

Wendy Dando, from "A Shamanic Disco", and Hamid Martin, of "Inner Rhythm" take you on a journey through sacredness, soulfulness and playfulness through ranges of music. Movement medicine, a journey for all levels of movement and dance. Every movement is a prayer, a moving meditation, a journey deep inside yourself, expanding and being present with more of who you really are. A conscious dance, free expression, free form movement in connection with yourself and others. YES sacredness. NO talking or alcohol. Please bring a healthy snack for yourself or to share with a few others after dancing. Bring a water bottle and dress in layers to sweat. "Tea Zone" for the melt down in community, connecting and being present in community. A chill space to drop down, let go and off your feet. Release some tension, create some joy! If you are new to conscious dance, you will be warmly greeted into community, you'll feel your own "Inner Rhythm" in a safe container to express more of who you really are.

COST $15 - $20 sliding scale (scholarships avail. & reserved in advance)
Contact: (408) 857-5090 or email wendy.clubconscious@gmail.com

COMMUNITY HU
Monday, May 27, 2013
7:00-7:45PM
Free/donation as able

Experience HU A sacred sound that can help you meet life's challenges. "When you sing HU, the Holy Spirit begins to work in your life. It begins to change the situation with which you are struggling." -- Harold Klemp, The Drumbeat of Time Page 119

Are you looking for inner peace in today's fast paced world? HU, an ancient and once secret name for God, has helped people from all backgrounds throughout time. Chanting HU can help you: * Conquer fear and rise above anger * Experience greater spiritual freedom and joy * Understand your dreams * Find answers to your deepest questions.

Join us in singing HU followed by conversation the 4th Monday in April, May, June every month at 7:00 p.m. In the studio, behind main building on PCC campus.

Contact: Karen Bartholomew. 831( 239-4285

Sponsored by SC Eckankar Satsang Society

AUTHENTIC RELATING GAMES
Tuesday, May 28th, 7:00 - 9:00pm

Doors open at 6:30pm.  Games start at 7:00pm

The intention of these events is to create a safe space where you can take risks, move a little outside the box, and actually CONNECT with others beyond the typical "What do you do?" and "Where are you from?" conversations. You'll have opportunities to see others in a new way, whether you're meeting them for the first time, or they are your closest friends.
This might be for you if:
- You want deeper, richer, more fulfilling connections with other people.
- You're tired of the conversations you typically have when you meet new people.
- You want to feel closer to someone you already know and see what's possible in your relating with that person.
- You're simply curious after reading our description, and are willing to try something new!

This event is open to everyone -- single or in relationship.

More Info at http://ascz.org and Colin - 831.212.4437 - colin@ascz.org

Cost: $15 at the door, no one turned away for lack of funds

WHAT IS SELF-HYPNOSIS?
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 7 - 8:30PM

Rainya Dann, Director of the Institute for Transpersonal Studies, will explain the benefits and some basic techniques for learning self hypnosis. Hypnosis has long been associated with the strange and mysterious, with sideshows and faith healers. But the truth is that hypnosis isn't the least bit mysterious or supernatural. Hypnosis is a very natural phenomenon of the body and mind. You have been in an hypnotic state thousands of times -- you didn't notice it because it seemed such a natural state. Ever drive by and miss the exit? That's "highway hypnosis."

Through Hypnosis you will experience a state of deep physical and mental relaxation. Hypnosis is a gentle, yet powerful way to access buried negative feelings, beliefs, habits, imprints and old identities that no longer serve you. Traveling into the subconscious mind you recognize the old pattern, then change it at the core level, into positive, healthy choices. Giving your subconscious pictures, sounds, and feelings of what you do want to create is empowering.

COST:
FREE

INFO/CONTACT:
For more information contact Rainya Dann, rainyadann@yahoo.com, 831-425-7837

RESPONDING EFFECTIVELY TO LIFE'S STRESSORS
Saturday, June 1, 2013, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Don't Let Stress Hijack Your Life . . .
Give your 'self' PERMISSION to end the cycle of Stress. . .

• End the cycle of Stress and significantly decrease worry in your life!

• Find peace, wisdom, balance, love, healing and all things good!

• Become the person you have always desired by responding effectively to life's stressors!

• Bring harmony to your life and relationships!

Join us for this LIVE workshop and receive Answers to your most pressing questions about making the inner and outer changes needed to end the cycle of stress. . . Train your mind to think in a new way, a way that leads you to a place of pure Joy, Love, Abundance and Peace ...

Cost:
$60.00 Per Person
$100.00 For Two

To RSVP:
www.windsorlindor.com
831) 324-4653

Mr. Windsor Lindor is a nationally-acclaimed Life Coach, Lifestyle Strategist and prominent speaker. As a highly sought after Life Coach and Inspirational Speaker, Windsor has helped hundreds of women and men around the world who have the desire to live life differently, a desire for greater fulfillment , or a realization that they are not living up to their potential . He provides them the tools to scale the wall of negativity, self-doubt and to step forward to their Purpose... More at www.windsorlindor.com

WOMEN STANDING FOR LOVE
Tuesday June 4th, 7:30 - 9:15 pm

Please join us for our 5th Gathering for Women Standing For Love.
The time has come where we as Women gather together.

We share
We listen
We support
We Inspire each other so we may bring forth the Vision in our Heart to restore Balance and Harmony on Earth.

Only by gathering together as One in Support and Cooperation for the same Cause, can we finally create the world we all know is possible: A World where we all live in Harmony within ourselves, with each other and with our beautiful Planet Earth. By each of us bringing our 'Peace' of the puzzle, we can make it happen and create 'The MasterPeace.'
As long as we stay isolated and overwhelmed, compare and compete, we perpetuate the old paradigm that does not work.
If you want to make a difference in the world, and realize that we all need each other to make it happen, here is an opportunity to connect with other Women Standing For Love.
You are not alone anymore. Together we Can do it.
At this Gathering I will go over the 3 Pillars that Women Standing For Love is built on:

• Stand For Love in your Self and your own life
•Actively create a Circle of your Vision/Cause or actively join an existing Circle of your Vision/Cause
•Work together as One, collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Keeping the One Cause/Vision at the center as the motivating and focal point.

Then we'll connect with our Heart's Vision in a little meditation and start sharing what is in our Heart and what stands in the way to express it. We'll connect in smaller Circles with similar Vision so we can get to know each other and really feel that we are not alone anymore. This will help you feel inspired and motivated so you can take your next step with ease and support.

Our Gatherings help us connect deeply with ourselves and each other and give us the inspiration and courage to take our Vision seriously and support each other in making it real. Magic happens when we do this Together.

Please join us! We all need you. We all need each other.
Cost: $10 to cover costs (lack of funds? Contact me)
For more information: www.womenstandingforlove.com and
www.facebook.com/WomenStandingForLove
Contact: Pernilla Lillarose, phone: 831 335 8051
or email: listentoyourheart@lillarose.com

Here is what one of the participants shared after last Gathering:
Went to the meeting last night - my first, as I had to fight my way through layers of resistance to get there. All the old belief systems popping up to keep me small and separate..."What if I have to commit to something that I don't have time for?", "What if I look dumb", "What if they don't like me?" etc etc - you get the picture. Instead I found lovely, wise, open-hearted women, and space to re-connect with what makes me excited, what is my heart's longing. Space also to talk about what gets in the way. Space to be real. Thank you Pernilla for offering just this - safe space to connect with other good humans, to vision and support each other. I feel the generosity of your offering - how it is not being offered from a place of needing anything for yourself beyond supporting your own vision of planetary healing. If you haven't been, or if you have, I encourage you to come and check it out if you are in need of love, support, inspiration, connection. With blessings - Joanna

COMMUNITY KIRTAN & BHAKTI NIGHT
June 7th, Friday, 7-9PM

Community Kirtan up and going again!!

Come and sing our hearts open.

Kirtan is the call and response chanting of the many names of God. As we breath, sing, clap and dance, our unified expressions create a transformative experience, infused with the qualities of peace, joy and love.

Donations for PCC accepted

More info coming soon...

WOMEN'S MIND MASTERY METHOD COURSE: LEVEL 1
Saturday, June 8th, 2:00 to 6:00 pm.

How would YOU like to be the master of your mind, becoming free from fear ...and all those negative thoughts, beliefs, and patterns that stand in your way of enjoying life? I'm proud to tell you that you can! Leader, Jeri Ross, guides you towards harnessing the power of your mind with tools and techniques incorporating: the female brain 101, body tapping, mudra, brain wave vibration movement, active meditation, power of reinforcement, accupressure massage, energy ball meditation, guided imagery...and more!

*Cost: $59.00- Please go to www.braintasia.com/shop/wmm001 to purchase tickets

For more info: Jeri Ross @ 831.419.7275 / jeriross@braintasia.com

FREE PRENATAL BREASTFEEDING WORKSHOP
Saturday, June 15th, 2:00 - 5:00 pm

A free 2 1/2 hour class providing parents with the information they need to get breastfeeding off to a great start.

Contact: Lisa at Nursing Mothers Counsel, 831-334-7250

DANCE CHURCH FRIDAY NIGHT  
Friday, June 21st, 7:30-10:00pm  

Santa Cruz Dance Church - where the DJ is the minister, the music is the sermon, and the dancers are the congregation - celebrated its ten year anniversary in the fall of 2011.

A 10-minute video interview with the founders of Dance Church from 2004 is available at this link 

See you on the dance floor!

$10-$15 sliding scale.

SUFI CHANTING ZIKR     
Friday, April 19th, 7:30-10:00pm  

For more information, contact Anwar Brad Silling at bsilling@hotmail.com or 415-240-7163

SHAKTI PAT / KUNDALINI MEDITATION
Tuesdays,  7:45 - 8:45 PM

$8 donation, $30 for a month. Payable at the door.
For information contact: Christine Schneider, supercruz57@gmail.com, 831-600-6550

That which is not seen, though within us, is called the eternal and indestructible self.
This long-living ghost of a samsara which is the creation of the deluded mind of man and the cause of his sufferings disappears when one ponders over it.

Experience Shaktipat transmission and kundalini meditation Instruction

Shaktipat is the spiritual energy that moves through the yogini or yogi during her or his blessings. As that energy is shared with others it brings it out from within them, and into higher states of consciousness. Experience transmission of Shaktipat from Sri Sri Sri Shivabalayogi Maharaj via Steven Sadleir of Self Awareness Institute, Christine’s teacher.

Christine Schneider has been practicing meditation and yoga for over 25 years. She took vows as a Soto Zen Nun with Robert Livingston Roshi of the New Orleans Zen Center who was a disciple of Taisin Deshimaru Roshi. She then expanded her practice and study of meditation and yoga through the Self Awareness Institute with Steven Sadleir, a recognized Kundalini Master in the lineage of Yogiraj Vethathiri Maharishi and a Siddha Yogi in the lineage of Sri Sri Sri Shivabalayogi Maharaj.

WISDOM HEALING QIGONG
Wednesdays, 11:05AM-12:15PM, May 15th-June 12th (5 weeks)

Wisdom Healing Qigong, as taught in Master Mingtong Gu's workshops, is a powerful practice and training that uses movement, visualization, sound and conscious intention to cultivate energy for health, well-being, and self-healing. It can strengthen your endocrine and immune systems, reduce stress, anxiety and depression, prevent and cure illness, activate more energy, and slow down the aging process. You will obtain powerful tools for self-healing. Qigong has been used in China for thousands of years. It is referred to as the secret to longevity and inner peace.

Cost: 5 sessions for $30 or $9 per class

About the Instructor: Randee Ji Rose, M.A Has been studying mind/body disciplines for the past 25 years. She holds a masters degree in somatic psychology, BCIA certified in biofeedback, and is a certified medical qigong teacher.

Contact: Randee 415.225.1566 or cultivatingchi@yahoo.com, www.cultivatingchi.com

MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES FOR CHILDREN AND JUNIORS
Children Classes are from 3:15 to 4 pm every Monday.
Junior Classes are from 4:15 to 5:10 pm every Monday.

In a Safe Environment Children and Juniors will learn to:

• Develop physical skills for self-protection. • Increase awareness and coordination of mind and body. • Develop cooperation and interaction skills. • Build self-confidence, self-esteem and self-discipline. • Set effective boundaries and express their feelings. • Identify potential conflicts or dangerous situations. • Make friends and have fun in healthful activities. • Express and channel energy in a positive and supportive atmosphere.

Seibukan Jujutsu is a martial art developed to meet the self-protection and self- development needs of modern times. The art is developed on its unique philosophy of “Awareness, Assessment Action™“. Through the Seibukan Jujutsu Children and Junior Programs, students learn to increase their Awareness in their daily situations, make a clear Assessment, and take appropriate Action. They will learn to set a boundary and proclaim their comfort level in mentally and physically challenging situations. In this program, students develop physical skills and mental attention through varieties of martial art instructions, fun games, and group activities guided by the instructors. The importance of self-protection will be taught, as well as self-defense techniques in a positive and supportive environment. In our curriculum, we emphasize cooperation among each other, confidence in expressing themselves, and discipline to follow instructions.

Only $45 per month, per student

For more information, please visit our website www.Nanatokan.com, or email sensei@nanatokan.com, or give us a call at (831) 227-8024.

OSHO ACTIVE MEDITATIONS
Ongoing, Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:30pm. In The Studio

Fun active meditations created by the Enlightened Master, Osho.
Kundalini, Nataraj, Chakra Sounds. Shake, dance, hum, sit, be.

More info: Call Anupama 831.818.8128
or email: anupama@ahastories.com
website: www.oshosantacruz.com

Meditations are held in The Studio, behind the main building.
$10 / class.

"I use words only to take you to a place that is beyond words." -Osho

BHAGAVAD-GITA CLASS (FREE)
with Baba Hari Dass
Thursdays, 8:30-10:00am
NO CLASS MAY 23RD

A study of the Vedic text, the Bhagavad Gita, in the presence of Baba Hari Dass. Chai, bagels, and kitchari are served after class.

THE NATURAL STATE WITH JOHN WHEELER
Thursdays, 7:30-9:00pm

Dialogue on self-knowledge and non-duality. In 2003, John heard the good news from “Sailor” Bob Adamson, former student of Nisargadatta Maharaj of Bombay (Mumbai). Bob clarified the basic point of non-duality, which is “You are already that which you have been seeking.” With this heart-to-heart sharing, the spiritual search resolved itself. John enjoys sharing the pointers with those who are interested in self-knowledge and the resolution of seeking, suffering and doubt. John is from the San Francisco Bay Area, where he currently works as a technical writer in Silicon Valley.

Contact email: johnwheeler111@yahoo.com

YOGA FOR HEALING & MS
New 6 week series April 12 - May 17
Fridays 11am to 12:30pm

This gentle hatha class is structured for people living with multiple sclerosis and conditions with similar symptoms. Improve range-of-motion, flexibility, balance and strength while cultivating inner peace. Connect with a community of others facing common challenges. Classes will include asana, pranayama, deep relaxation and meditation. Led by a teacher trained in the Integral yoga tradition who also lives with MS.

Please contact the instructor for registration prior to attendance. Students are welcome to drop-in if unable to attend the whole series.

$60 for the six week series or drop-in for $12

For registration and more information contact Shakti Bell at (831)295-6222 or shakti@baymoon.com
Website: shaktibell.com

FREE WEEKLY YOGA CLASS!!!
INTRODUCTION TO ASHTANGA YOGA
 Saturdays, 7:30 - 9:30am

A gentle asana class including philosophy, breathing practices and a short meditation. New and returning students always welcome!

More info: Call 831-426-8893

SATSANG - SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY (FREE)
Sundays, 10am - 12pm

Experience spiritual enrichment with Sant Mat and the teachings of H. H. Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj (readings and videotapes). Check website at www.sos.org or call (831) 423-5452 for dates in December or additional information.

TEMPLO GUARACY: PUBLIC GIRA (RITUAL)
Sundays, 5:00 - 7:00pm
*No Gira May 26th*

A Gira is a spiritual work open to the public and based on the Afro-Brazilian tradition of Umbanda. During the ceremony, entities of light are received by initiated mediums to offer a blessing and energetic cleansing. These entities carry a spiritual wisdom which is associated with specific qualities of consciousness and Orixas (energies found in nature).

During the ritual, sacred rhythm, song and dance prepare the space for the mediums to invoke their spiritual guides. The public may consult the guides and receive the benefit of their wisdom for cleansing, balancing, harmony and blessings.

Templo Guaracy da Terra (TGT) is a spiritual, non-profit organization that follows the Afro-Brazilian tradition of Umbanda. TGT is affiliated with Templo Guaracy do Brasil (TGB) in São Paulo and has been in the Bay area since 1994.

For more information contact TGT at tgdaterra@gmail.com or 831-427-4055, or go to www.tgdaterra.org