Sensory Sensation
Holiday Harvest Party
a live food pot luck
Friday December 10th, 6:30pm
with Shanti Devi & Vanessa Kudrat
NYC
***bring a gift for the Jai Ganapati Gift Exchange***
6:30pm
Join us to bless the holiday season. Bring your favorite live food treats, drinks, & savory sensations to share with family & friends.
8:30pm
We will screen Jim Henson's THE DARK CRYSTAL as part of the Enlightening Cinema Series ~ see details below.
Enlightening Cinema Series
December Screenings
THE DARK CRYSTAL
Friday December 10th, 8:30pm
$8 suggested donation / kids under 10 FREE
directed by Jim Henson & Frank Oz
Another planet, another time. 1000 years ago the Dark Crystal was damaged by one of the Urskeks and an age of chaos began. Now the time of the great conjunction of the three suns is near. If the crystal is not healed now the control of the evil Skekses will last forever. Jen the last of the Gelfings nearly exterminated by monsters controlled by the Skekses starts his dangerous journey to find the missing shard of the crystal. Will he be able to heal the crystal and restore order on the planet?
Filmed entirely with live action puppets!
Running time 90 minutes.
ATMA GROOVE
Friday November 19th, 8pm - 1:30am
$45 in advance / $55 at the door
NYC
KUNDALINI YOGA w/ Vanessa Kudrat
A vigorous yet meditative practice where you learn to relax the mind, increase your creative potential, cleanse your organs, and balance the chakras. All levels of experience always welcome.
SOUL HUNT w/ speical guest Wilbert Alix
Soul Hunting is one of the oldest forms of spiritual transformation known to mankind. Soul Hunting involves the use of ritual 'double drumming', spiritual breathing and trance dancing as methods for entering our ethereal or 'body/mind' consciousness. Participants are transported on a journey into an 'altered reality' or a 'state of trance' where is becomes possible to re-unite with pieces of the soul lost through difficulties resulting from severe anxiety and/or emotional stress. Soul Hunting also renews and energizes the spirit, thereby healing old damage or 'soul loss' acquired through situations involving mental, physical, emotional or sexual trauma. Soul Hunting participants also report a renewed state of integrity, wholeness and well-being.
ATMA: the Soul
ATMA GROOVE: a sacred opportunity to dance with destiny, dispell clouds of illusion, and celebrate truth through yoga, meditation, guided ceremonial journeying, & community.
Enlightening Cinema Series
a view of this planet
from the macro to this micro moment
3 must see films pre-election week
NYC
presented by: Disinformation, *Healing Gifts*,
New Realties TV, & Spirit New York
$8 suggested donation
THE GREAT YEAR
Friday October 22nd, 10pm
The Great Year is a compelling documentary that explores the possibility that the fall of ancient civilizations around the globe, and the rise of modern civilization, might be related to our Suns motion around a companion star. The film examines evidence that ancient civilizations may have known of this celestial cycle and that our Sun may indeed display the characteristics of binary motion. Running time 90 minutes. you can preview this movie here
UNCONSTITUTIONAL
Monday October 25th, 8pm
540 West 27th St., 4th flr.
The documentary Unconstitutional is a desperately needed tool that can educate the US public about the real and often hidden consequences of the Patriot Act. Unconstitutional, written, directed and produced by Nonny de la Pea & details the shocking way that the civil liberties of American citizens and immigrants alike have been infringed upon, curtailed and rolled back since 9/11 and the USA Patriot Act.
Here, you'll get the real story behind the USA PATRIOT Act and other administration policies and the gut wrenching stories behind those affected from law abiding sales clerks to United States Olympians unable to travel. It'll remind you of what America used to stand for and what it seems we're falling for now. In short, this film will affirm why you're angry and give you a tool to help others join your ranks.
BUSH FAMILY FORTUNES
Thursday October 28th, 8pm 540 West 27th St., 4th flr.
Follow award-winning reporter-sleuth Greg Palast on the trail of the Bush family, from Florida election finagling, to the Saudi connection, to the Bush team's spiking the FBI investigation of the bin Laden family and the secret State Department plans for post-war Iraq.
Bush Family Fortunes includes detailed information about George W. Bushs National Guard service. Palast has been covering the story for over a year for the BBC and initially uncovered independent evidence that Former Texas Lieutenant Governor Ben Barnes had had his assistant Nick Krajl make the call on behalf of George W. Bush. He interviewed both Barnes and Krajl about the issue and has written about it in his book The Best Democracy Money Can Buyand Krajl is featured in Bush Family Fortunes.
"Greg Palasts Bush Family Fortunes appears to be the big find, being that Fahrenheit 9/11 was inspired by its fevered take-down of the seated president." -- Philadelphia Weekly
"Stunning, disturbing, important." -- Senator John Edwards
New York Yoga Teacher's Association (NYYTA)
Wednesday October 27th, 2004
Annual Members' Meeting
with special guest teacher Rod Stryker
meeting: 6-7 PM
workshop with Rod Stryker: 7-9PM
Yoga Dharma, Shaping Yoga's Destiny with Rod Stryker
Yoga came to America just over a hundred years ago. Clearly with more people practicing it than ever before, its popularity is thriving. While yogas power is reaching so many, is it having the greatest affect possible on us as individuals, communities and society? The path of becoming a great teacher runs parallel to helping to unfold the authentic wisdom of the yoga tradition. The real treasures of yoga are the gifts received in doing the right practice. They are what we must grow and continue to discover if we are to truly enrich our students and serve yogas continuing evolution.
Dear New York City Yoga Teachers,
Did you know that there is a wonderful volunteer organization which you can be a part of that delivers amazing benefits for New York Yoga Teachers and all lovers of Yoga in NYC -- you don't have to be a Teacher to receive the benefits of our organization including more than 12 FREE workshops a year featuring the best Yoga Teachers on the planet. We also provide discounts on products and insurance opportunities all for the low price of only $50 annually!
We are making goodie bags for our guests. If anyone has connections with wellness and yoga related companies that you know would be interested in reaching our members with free gifts...please email.
Rod Stryker is widely considered to be one of Americas leading and most inspirational teachers. He holds the title Yogiraj and has taught Tantra and Hatha for nearly 25 years. Rod leads trainings, workshops, and retreats worldwide. He is one of only a few Americans transmitting an authentic, living tradition that has been practiced and handed down from teacher to student for literally thousands of years.
Women's Shamanic Journey
October 24th, 2004, 1-5pm
NYC
$40 in advance/ $50 at the doorWe prefer that you sign up in advance
so that we can prepare materials for you.*
Autumn Attunement through::: yoga, meditation,
moon & node astrology, Goddess invocation,
earth dance, music, voice, and ecstatic
sound current cleanse.
with Parashakti, Shanti Devi
Vanessa Kudrat, & Guru Jagad
Celestial Harvest Gathering
a delectable live food mealFRIDAY OCTOBER 22nd, 7pm - 11:30pm
with Chef Athena
NYC
le menu : Lotus Flower Feast
Sea Lettuce Salad ~ A blend of mineral-rich seaweed with glowing greens tossed in a Sesame miso dressing.
Warming Won-ton soup ~ Deeply infused ginger and garlic broth with pure Pacific Ocean seaweed and yummy dumplings.
Nori Nosh Rolls ~ Sushi hand-rolls filled with kim-chee, seed cheese, seaweed, and avocado.
Tempting Thai Pasta ~ A medley of mango, squash, cabbage, and seaweed noodles in a zesty almond-orange sauce.
Dessert ~ Fortune Cookies, Green Tea Sorbet
Beverages ~ Warm Ginger Brew , & Organic Sulphite Free Wine
THE GREAT YEAR 10pm
running time approximately 80 minutes
This compelling documentary explores the possibility that the fall of ancient civilizations around the globe, and the rise of modern civilization, might be related to our Sun's motion around a companion star. The film examines evidence that ancient civilizations may have known of this celestial cycle and that our Sun may indeed display the characteristics of binary motion.
This is the second in a series
of enlightening film screenings presented by
*Healing Gifts* & New Realities TV
NEW MOON SUNRISE SADHANA NYC
IN MEMORY OF YOGI BHAJAN
who passed into the etheric plane on 10.06.04
Thursday October 14th, 5am
NYC
WALKING BETWEEN HEAVEN & EARTTH
October 1 - 3, 2004
a Vegan, Kundalini Yoga,
Music & Meditation Retreat
Kirkridge Retreat & Celtic Center
Pocono Mountains Pennsylvania
with Mahan Rishi Singh Khalsa,
Niebhe Kaur Khalsa, Laraaji, Vanessa Weinberg & others.
Walking between Heaven and Earth, is a weekend where we leave behind the mad rush of doing, and rejuvenate the celebration and exaltation of being.
Through the spirit of love and joy, we explore the many facets of yoga, and how we can expand into the infinite realms of ecstasy and inner peace.
Meditation Practices will include:
*Kundalini Yoga and the 7 Chakras
*Exploring the 8 Limbs of Yoga
*Exercises and Meditations for the Aura
*Beginning, Deep, and Harmonic Meditations
*Ecstatic Drum Fest
*Sacred Stories
*Bamboo Flute Meditations
*Stillness Sitting, Breathwork, and Pranayama *Healing Circles
*Outdoor Walking Meditation
*Gong and Bell Meditations
*Harvest Full Moon Meditation
*Laughter Meditation
*Early Morning Practice
*Chanting and Singing
*Infinite Joy and Relaxation
Our gathering will be held at Turning point, a circular meditation center overlooking a beautiful valley, in the Pocono Mountains of Eastern Pennsylvania. Over the years, Kirkridge has become a comforting sanctuary for many groups and organizations dedicated to upholding ways of peace. The warm and inspiring space in the Turning Point sanctuary, along with the simple and comfortable dining hall, make for an ideal environment for inner practice. Throughout the Kirkridge land are numerous trails, nice for walking meditation and leisure.
Adjacent to Kirkridge is Columcille, a Celtic center which also provides a number of beautiful settings for meditative practice. In the ancient tradition of Celtic practitioners, many "standing stones" have been placed helping to provide a deeper connection with our Earth, and inner Spirit. These stones, which are millions of years old, enhance the feeling of timelessness and mystical relationship between Nature and Self. Both of these centers create a perfect opportunity for experiencing deep peace, relaxation and rejuvenation.
Through retreats we revitalize that boundless and blissful experience, we all know deep within us.
The weekend price includes vegan meals, meditation, yoga, music, & shared accommodations which are simple and comfortable.
Organic Psyhop Freakbeat & Bassistic Majik
FRIDAY OCTOBER 29TH 11pm - 2am
w/ DJ Lorin aka Bassnectar
NYC
Costumes strongly encouraged! :>
also featuring DJs Haj & Rhythmytic
AUTUMN
ANGELIC AWARNESS
SOUL BODY TUNE-UP
Monday September 27th 6:30-9:30pm
w/ David Markowitz, Parashakti, & Vanessa Weinberg
NYC
Communication with non-physical beings can increase clarity, intuition, health, and inner serenity in your life - right now! Learn how to ask questions and get immediate answers from angels, spirit guides; even the deceased. Receive suggestions for difficult situations, reveal past life connections, and most of all, get ready to FEEL that you have been (and always will be) guided on your journey. Make friends with those who already love you unconditionally, and attain an unprecedented state of awareness and inner serenity!
Because everything and everyone vibrate at a particular frequency, we will do exercises based on Kundalini Yoga, and other meditations to raise our vibration to better align with the Angels, Spirit Guides and those who have left the body. A special Angelic Attunement will be performed on each participant, raising their vibration and increasing feelings of serenity within. When we are more centered, communication with non-physical beings is easily attained!
*Note: Because some foods decrease your vibration, it is highly recommended to eat a good percentage of raw fruits and vegetables (preferably organic) on the day of the workshop & always. :>
Rosh Hashanah Ritual
09.15.04
with Parashakti
NYC
Meet us at *Healthy Yoga* @ 6:30pm
to walk together to the Hudson River
to perform a water cermony.
CONCERTS FOR KERRY, NYC!!!
Thursday July 22nd, 8pm
Spirit New York
Countdown to Kerry featuring DJs, bands, and special guests including Mark Ronson, Sean Lennon, Jeannie Hopper, Morningwood, The A.M. As always at Concerts for Kerry, every dollar goes directly to the Kerry campaign
The Party for New York is the final big event before the Democratic Convention begins on July 26 and fundraising ends for the Kerry campaign. This the last chance to give money to Kerry, but it's the begnning of the most crucial part of the campaign. Help New York City lead the way in the fight to take back the White House!
MARK RONSON is a DJ, producer, and remixer, who has worked with Jay-Z, OutKast, Moby, Macy Gray, Q-Tip, Nelly Furtado, and many more huge talents.
SEAN LENNON's 1998 solo debut, "Into the Sun," won rave reviews for its "dazzling eclecticism."
JEANNIE HOPPER was named one of NY's top DJs by the Village Voice. Her radio show Liquid Sound Lounge is heard on NY's WBAI every Saturday, 7-9:30pm.
MORNINGWOOD has been acclaimed by New York magazine and The Face as well as by fellow performers, including Ad Rock of the Beastie Boys.
THE A.M., comprised of the late Jeff Buckley's former bandmates, is making its long-awaited New York City debut.
AND the Mind Wellness Center will be in full efect with wellness practitioners for your enjoyment!
Tickets are only $15
TAKE ME TO THE RIVER
Wednesday July 21st, 7:30 p.m.
Presented by: Concordia Media, *Healing Gifts*
& Projectile Arts
NYC
Near the beginning of time, according to Hindu Myth, the Gods and Demons battled for possession of the amrit (nectar of immortality). In the struggle, four drops of nectar fell to the ground. Hindus believe that these places continue to reverberate with the power and energy of the gods and Mela's are held every 3 years in one of the four holy locations. The Maha Kumbh Mela in Allahabad is considered the most auspicious is because it occurs at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati Rivers.
Take Me To The River is a documentary film of the Maha Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival and pilgrimage which was the largest gathering in the history of the world. The film documents the event by immersing you in the midst of the madness. Experience a roller coaster of emotions as obscurity and clarity flow across the crowded and dusty flood plain of Ganges and Yamuna Rivers. Through misty dawns, crowded streets, peaceful moments and chaotic sprints to the river, you'll journey into the Sangam, the physical and spiritual heart of the Mela where sins are cleansed, bathers can escape infinite karmic cycles and world peace is possible. You'll meet Swamis from the largest and most prestigious Hindu holy orders, ascetic naga babas, boatmen, policemen and pilgrims.
GANESHA & SARASWATI PUJA
Monday July 19th, 7pm
$8 suggested donation
with Marc "Mahavir" Bennett
NYC
A double whammy of Ganesha and Saraswati. Ganesha the remover of obstacles and facilitator of success and lord of unity and group consciousness, coupled with Saraswati the goddess of the creative arts, singing, dancing, writing, painting etc. With this dual ceremony we will energetically clear the inner and outer obstacles making way for creativity to flow.
It will last a couple hours, so be prepared to sit. There will be moments where participation is invited. It is requested that participants do not position there feet directly at the altar or others performing the ceremony. And if people have questions, we can address them informally after the ceremony, to keep the integrity of the rythmn going.
The puja will be in Sanskrit and is modeled after classical vedic style. The intention is definitely to help clear the karma for all the participants. The experience is subtle like watching a rainbow or enjoying a warm misty spring morning. Sometimes it can be unpleasant and bring up a feeling of agitation, that is the ground of your mind being stirred up.
RAW FOOD ABUNDANCE RETREAT
June 4th - 6th 2004
w/ Chef Renee Underkoffler
& Vanessa Weinberg
Ananda Ashram, Monroe NY
only one hour from Manhattan
Connect with the heart chakra, rise with the dawn, learn Kundalini Yoga & Meditations to super charge your body & welcome abundance in all areas of your life, discover wellness through lovingly prepared organic vegan live food meals, demonstrations, & recipes.
Our relationship with food is a delicious aspect of yoga. What we eat is a fundamental part of who we are and what we are becoming. Join in classes that integrate the best of raw and living foods with traditional healing systems and fine culinary arts.
Learn the Art of Balancing Flavor; Fresh Nutmilks and Shakes; Live Soups for the Soul; Fresh Vegetarian Sushi; and of course Renee's sought-after desserts (especially her Chocolate Mousse of the Gods). Focusing on seasonal, regional foods with complimentary nutritional material.
ITENERARY FOR THE WEEKEND
Friday
5:30pm dinner
6:30-8pm intro. w/ Vanessa Kudrat & Renee
Saturday
6-8am sunrise sadhana w/ Vanessa Kudrat
8am light breakfast
9am morning meditation w/ Bharati
10:30am-12:00pm living food prep class w/ Renee
12:30pm lunch + free time for hiking, swimming, rest
3-5:00pm kundalini yoga for cleansing w/ Vanessa Kudrat
5:30pm dinner 7pm evening meditation w/ Bharati
7:30 readings from the masters w/ Joan Suval
Sunday
6-8am sunrise sadhana w/ Vanessa Kudrat
8am light breakfast
9am morning meditation w/ Bharati
10:30-12:00 kundalini yoga for abundance w/Vanessa Kudrat
12:30 lunch + free time for hiking, swimming, rest
3-5:00 living food nutrition lecture w/ Renee
5:30pm dinner
7:30pm evening meditation w/ Bharati
Celebrate The Last Full Moon
of Spring
Thursday June 3rd
w/ Laraaji, Vanessa Kudrat, Parashakti & friends
NYC
6 p.m. Laughter Meditation w/ Laraaji
Bring a joyful element to your practice through Laughter Meditation w/ Swami Laraaji Nadananda. Laughter has been said to be our best medicine and an important aspect of healing and relief from stress. Laraaji brings a wealth of laughter and love to hundreds of participants who say it has changed their lives. Dress lightly and comfortably, expect to have some serious fun!
7 p.m. Kundalini Yoga & Meditation w/ Vanessa Kudrat
Through Kundalini Yoga & Meditation you will channel, empower, and heal yourself with the light of the Full Moon as it rises in the sign of Sagitarius.
8 p.m. Shamanic Kirtan w/ Parashakti & friends
Explore the Native teachings of the four directions (North, South, East and West). Follow the medicine wheel and the chakras. Express gratitude through song.
Swami Laraaji Nadananda is a meditator, laugh master, and cosmic musician who tours and records internationally to share his gift of bliss and healing sound.
He is a disciple of the here and now.
Vanessa Kudrat is a Kundalini Yoga & Meditation teacher, wholistic healer in NYC and beyond. She is the Wellness Director of Spirit New York and founder of *Healthy Yoga* & *Healing Gifts*
Parashakti's compelling resonance attracts a broad spectrum of willing participants, the synergy of her work has a universal language.
Shamanic Earth Dance Ceremony
Sunday May 23rd, 4p.m.
w/ Parashakti, Ellen Watson,
Guest Shamans, & DJ
NYC
The Vision Quest is one of the oldest tools used by tribal people to seek direction for life. Shamanic Earth Dance connects the dancer to the spirit within and to the wisdom of their ancestors. Using Ancient Shamanic tools; clear intention, breathwork, movement, blindfold and the healing sounds of percussive dynamic rhythms, the dancer takes an inner journey to meet and integrate all parts of themselves: Shadow, Ego, Fear, Grief, Laughter, Joy, and Love. The Vision is to reach that place of inner stillness so that the inner world is equal to the outer world. When the two worlds are one we become that inner Dream. In this Quest we will enter the Void where the purpose is to purify the Body, Mind, & Spirit through the movement so that a new sense of self can be present in the Dance.
While blindfolded, breath is your closest ally. The more you surrender, the more you create space in yourself and, consequently, everyone around you. A guided journey through the DJs hands to an organic meeting ground between you and yourself among a community of like-minded, forward-thinking individuals. By retreating into ourselves and strengthening what is most human, only then can we share with everyone else.
Discover Your Inner Medical Intuitive
Thursday MAY 20th, 8:15p.m.
w/ David Markowitz
NYC
RAW FOOD URBAN ABUNDANCE RETREAT
SUNDAY MAY 9th, 2004
4-11 p.m.
NYC
day includes:
Kundalini Yoga & Meditation
for a Peaceful Mind
Electro Kirtan w/
Arjun & The Gaurdians
DJ Ganesha Del Mar
Abundant Nutrition Lecture
w/ David 'Avocado' Wolfe
& The Healing Waters Band
MIND WELLNESS CENTER
SPRING OPEN HOUSEZ
May 1st, 2004 2pm
NYC
~ FREE!!!!
Kundalini Yoga & Meditation w/ Vanessa Kudrat 2pm
Yogic Arts Introduction w/ Duncan Wong & Grace Gagnon 4pm
Medical Intuition Lecture with David Markowitz 6pm
LIVE music with Tommy Anton 8pm
ATMA GROOVE w/ DJs: Donna D'Cruz & Eddy Plenty 10pm
Wellness treatments & organic vegan food available
throughout the day and into the evening.
ATMA GROOVE
Saturday, April 24th, 2004, 10pm
NYC
We invite youto dine at SPIRIT's SOUL Restaurant featuring RAW & Vegan cuisine, enjoy an evening of dancing, & receive a variety of treatments at our Wellness Center!
Kirtan with Bhagavandas
& Kundalini Yoga
Saturday, April 17th, 2004, 6pmwith Vanessa Kudrat
NYC
RAW PESACH 2004
Monday 04.05.04
sundown : 6:25 p.m.
A Mystic Kabalistic Multi Ethnic Tree of Life Sedar
w/ Adi Shanti, Kudrat, Alok
& other special surprise guests - TBA
NYC
Eat a beautiful live food meal. Drink to Assiah*. Share in the physical ritual of passover. Open your perception of the world around you. Fill yourself with the energy of higher worlds. Vibrate in harmony. Celebrate freedom!
*Assiah : The final, fourth, and most dense of the four Kabalistic worlds or stages of manifestation.
NY CLEANSING WORKSHOP
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CELESTIAL HARVEST FEAST
Apr 4, 2004, 1-6 PM w/ DAVID WOLFE, VANESSA KUDRAT
& Katie Day
NYC
David Wolfe is the author of the best-selling books Eating For Beauty and The Sunfood Diet Success System. He is considered by peers to be the world authority on raw-food nutrition. He is supported in his nutrition mission by Natures First Law Inc. (www.rawfood.com) the world's largest distributor of books, juicers, audio/videotapes, organic beauty products, bulk organic foods, and exotic raw foods to assist people in adopting, maintaining, and enjoying raw-plant-food-based lifestyles. David is also CEO of Genesis 129 LLC and the President of The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)3 corporation, whose mission is to plant 18 billion fruit trees on planet Earth.
Kudrat (Vanessa Weinberg) is a Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Teacher, ARCB Certified Reflexologist, and Wholistic Healer in New York City. She leads workshops and retreats throughout the country providing yogic technology to householders and corporations alike. She has been a student of Yoga for over 20 years, and received her teacher's training under the guidance of Yogi Bhajan at the Kundalini Yoga Institute in New Mexico. Kudrat is the Wellness Director of Spirit New York.
