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| Board Meeting (5/2 from 1 - 3 pm) |
| As a nonprofit, the Board of Directors establishes our mission and goals, and develops policies and procedures to help us move effectively in that direction. Our Board meetings are open to the public; feel free to come and share your energy and ideas to help us tap the creativity, love and playfulness of the human spirit. No charge. (Return to calendar) |
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| Shabby Chic Cleanup (5/2 from 3 - 6 pm) |
| Come tickle your creative sensibilities by helping us spruce up the interior of the Center, to make it feel more inviting and exciting to spend time in! You can help create the kind of comfortable, professional ambience that encourages people to learn more about themselves and each other. We're aiming to create a "shabby chic" atmosphere in three steps: Sort, Organize and then Decorate. Coordinated by Leslie Harvey. Free. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (5/2 from 7 pm - Midnight) |
| ["Meet Bill" with Aaron Eckhart [R].] Most Saturday nights, you'll find us watching a popular movie here at the Center in a fun, informal atmosphere. Then we have a discussion. We don't discuss the movie, though; we discuss personal growth issues and themes that came up in the movie. So we're not doing a "Siskel and Ebert" type of review, but rather an in-depth personal growth process that helps us get to know ourselves and each other better. During the discussion we learn and practice essential communication skills like I-Statements and Open-Ended Questions, so that we can apply them more effectively in the rest of our lives. Each month there's a different general topic for the videos, ranging from Relationships to Overcoming Obstacles to Remarkable People. Come join us! Ages 18 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Tour of Meditation Practices (5/5 from 6:15 - 7 pm) |
| Hundreds of approaches to relaxation/centering/meditation have been developed over the centuries, and each has its own charm, benefits and wisdom. We explore one new approach each meeting. This lets you work some relaxation into your life while building a repertoire of stress-management techniques for improving your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. Ages 12 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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Crafts (5/8 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Participants will be building bead-based earrings, so they can take home a pair or two, specially designed by themselves, by the end of the evening! Ages 16 and up. $20 (materials included). $15 for members. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (5/9 from 7 pm - Midnight) |
| ["Outsourced" with Josh Hamilton [PG-13].] Most Saturday nights, you'll find us watching a popular movie here at the Center in a fun, informal atmosphere. Then we have a discussion. We don't discuss the movie, though; we discuss personal growth issues and themes that came up in the movie. So we're not doing a "Siskel and Ebert" type of review, but rather an in-depth personal growth process that helps us get to know ourselves and each other better. During the discussion we learn and practice essential communication skills like I-Statements and Open-Ended Questions, so that we can apply them more effectively in the rest of our lives. Each month there's a different general topic for the videos, ranging from Relationships to Overcoming Obstacles to Remarkable People. Come join us! Ages 18 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Peace Sunday (5/10 from 1 - 3 pm) |
| In an effort to improve the peaceful conditions in the world, we host a monthly quiet meditation, where all beliefs and religious traditions are honored. Following the meditation, participants are welcome to join in a potluck brunch and share camaraderie and croissants. Ages 14 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Chitchat & Chow (5/12 from 11:45 am - 1 pm) |
| [Discussion Topic: Creativity at Casa Chapala Mexican Restaurant, 3010 Anderson Lane, #D.] Tackle a personal growth topic with a lively group of thinkers while savoring a new cuisine at one of Austin's many fascinating restaurants. Topics range from Money to Creativity to Careers to Spiritual Growth. Ages 18 and up. Free (except for cost of meal). (Return to calendar) |
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| Sexuality: A Touchy Subject (5/13 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Most people have very few chances to hear frank talk from the opposite sex on what they honestly feel and believe about sex and sensuality. You too? Well, here's your chance! Come learn what men and women really feel about the touchy subject of sexuality in a lively, facilitated group discussion. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Permaculture, Chickens & Yoga (5/14 from 7 - 9:30 pm) |
| [This month's video is "Flow: For Love of Water"] In this wide-ranging, free-wheeling movie/discussion group, we'll tackle a different topic each month. Using a fascinating or controversial video as a springboard, we explore the challenges it presents and learn how to change the world! Feel free to bring friends and an open mind. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| GoodwheelChairs Sidewalk Sale (5/16 from 10 am - 4 pm) |
| Wheelchairs, scooters, powerchairs, they're all on sale! The Center's nonprofit project, GoodwheelChairs.org, is having a blowout sale of its low-priced, gently-used mobility equipment at 4000 Medical Parkway in Austin. Raffle for a free powerchair! Free hot dogs, balloons, clowns, blood pressure testing, blood sugar testing, diabetic shoe fittings. Co-sponsored by the Kerring Group, Journey Home Health Care and Orthotic Specialists. Come join the fun! For more information, call GoodwheelChairs.org, 512-420-8005. All items priced well below retail. (Return to calendar) |
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| Video and Discussion (5/16 from 7 pm - Midnight) |
| ["A New Leaf" with Walter Matthau and Elaine May [NR].] Most Saturday nights, you'll find us watching a popular movie here at the Center in a fun, informal atmosphere. Then we have a discussion. We don't discuss the movie, though; we discuss personal growth issues and themes that came up in the movie. So we're not doing a "Siskel and Ebert" type of review, but rather an in-depth personal growth process that helps us get to know ourselves and each other better. During the discussion we learn and practice essential communication skills like I-Statements and Open-Ended Questions, so that we can apply them more effectively in the rest of our lives. Each month there's a different general topic for the videos, ranging from Relationships to Overcoming Obstacles to Remarkable People. Come join us! Ages 18 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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| Practice Your Personal Growth Potluck (5/17 from 1 - 3 pm) |
| [Salads, salads!.] After attending all those workshops on communication and personal growth, where do you go to practice the skills you've learned? How about a potluck? Believe me, talking about the best way to barbecue the chicken (or set the table or arrange the centerpiece) is a very different experience here at the Center--where people try to communicate with assertiveness and love--than it is in the not-so-functional families many of us grew up in. The informal atmosphere helps us get to know each other in a candid way and practice our new communication skills on people who are more likely to encourage than to criticize. Free, but don't forget to bring something yummy to share! Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) (Return to calendar) |
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| Shabby Chic Cleanup (5/17 from 3 - 6 pm) |
| Come tickle your creative sensibilities by helping us spruce up the interior of the Center, to make it feel more inviting and exciting to spend time in! You can help create the kind of comfortable, professional ambience that encourages people to learn more about themselves and each other. We're aiming to create a "shabby chic" atmosphere in three steps: Sort, Organize and then Decorate. Coordinated by Leslie Harvey. Free. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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Emotional Flexibility Playshop (5/18 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| This workshop will provide plenty for your mind and soul to experience in different emotional states. From modeling honesty while angry to playing with humor while sad, you will have a chance to experiment with various experiences of emotion, and learn how to make friends with your emotions, n omatter what they might be. Presented by Gracie Tunnell, M.A. $20 fee. $10 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. (Return to calendar) |
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| Tour of Meditation Practices (5/19 from 6:15 - 7 pm) |
| Hundreds of approaches to relaxation/centering/meditation have been developed over the centuries, and each has its own charm, benefits and wisdom. We explore one new approach each meeting. This lets you work some relaxation into your life while building a repertoire of stress-management techniques for improving your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. Ages 12 and up. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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Dream Shop (5/20 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Dreams are an untapped source of self-discovery, and most of us don't realize we create hundreds of intriguing images in our dreams every night. In this workshop, you'll use those images to start resolving emotional conflicts in your life. As a result, you'll leave feeling clearer, more self-confident and more empowered. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. Ages 18 and up. $20 fee. $10 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Think Tank (5/21 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Brainstorming session for anyone interested in new ways of improving the Center, Austin and the world. We'll spend time discussing new ideas and ways of creating better lives that are sustainable and work best for everyone. Free. (Return to calendar) |
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Guided Imagery & Music (5/21 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Music can lead you on an inner journey into your own consciousness. In the powerful process of Guided Imagery & Music, superb musical compositions take you wherever you need to go for personal growth and fulfillment. At the end of the musical journey, you'll have the chance to share your experiences with the group. Afterwards, you'll create a visual image to help you better enjoy and remember the insights you received during your voyage. Led by Amy Blair, a Fellow of the Association of Music and Imagery. Ages 12 and up. $20 fee. $10 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Boastmasters (5/25 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| Here's your chance to dust off your old accomplishments, actual or imagined, and really shine! You have probably rarely had a chance to brag about what you've done, so here's it is! Boast your way to happiness and be regaled with applause from your very own peanut gallery! Free for members. Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) (Return to calendar) |
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Building Your Self-Esteem (5/27 from 7 - 10 pm) |
| How we feel about ourselves impacts every part of our lives: our romantic relationships, our career, our finances, our family life. It determines our satisfaction with life and our psychological health and resiliency. This four-week workshop teaches you how to cope with difficult situations, dispel unnecessary feelings of guilt, and improve your relationships through boosting your self-confidence and building sound self-esteem. Presented by Robert McGarey, M.A. $175 for four-weeks (includes CD and a 30-page workbook). $150 for members. Continuing Education Units (CEU's) are available for some professionals. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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| Can Your Inner Child Come Out To Play? (5/29 from 7 - 9 pm) |
| The mission of the Center is to Tap the Creativity, Love and Playfulness of the Human Spirit, so we take play very seriously. It rejuvenates our spirits, broadens our minds, and strengthens our bodies. Invite your inner child out for some fun as we play the games we used to play, or maybe never had a chance to play. Let yourself loose and let your creativity run wild! Free for members. Please RSVP. (MEMBERS ONLY.) (Return to calendar) |
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| Reiki Training Intensive (5/30 from 10 am - 4:30 pm) |
| Within each one of us there is the capacity to heal imbalances in the mind, body and spirit. Reiki Master Oceanna presents an in-depth learning experience with the opportunity for attunements up through the Master's Level. Everyone from neophytes to masters is encouraged to attend. Bring your sack lunch to enjoy during class. Free. Please RSVP. (Return to calendar) |
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