What's New . . . December 2008
Holiday of Lights Festival Open at Del Mar Fairgrounds through 1/4/09; Benefit Concert Celebrates Peace; Weekly ‘Less Stress Holiday' Classes; Eleanor Roosevelt Comes to Life in Performance at USD on 12/10; Hidden Gifts: A Joyful Christmas Celebration 12/11 in Solana Beach; Yuletide Sound Healing Concert & Tibetan Craft Fair 12/12 in Encinitas; Grief Healing Workshop & Concert 12/17 in San Diego; 3rd Annual ‘Finding the Gift in Shift' Conference in Sedona 1/9-1/11; Chocolate Infused with Good Intentions by Monks; ‘Course In Miracles' Study Group; Join the VISION Center Choir in SD; Nourish Hungry Children this Holiday Season; Rady Children's Hospital Toys
Holiday of Lights Festival Open at Del Mar Fairgrounds through 1/4/09
Santa's helpers have been hard at work creating the 14th annual Holiday of Lights at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. Kick off the holidays by touring this spectacular 1.5-mile, drive-through light show and get in the spirit of the season. Featuring more than 400 lighted, animated scenes, the Holiday of Lights is the largest animated drive-through attraction on the west coast. Light themes include: Candy Cane Lane, Toyland, San Diego County Fair, Treasures by the Lake, Del Mar Racetrack, the Twelve Days of Christmas, and Elves at Play.
Also, the elves at the Holiday of Lights are teaming up with Toys for Tots this holiday season for a special toy drive to be held Wednesday, December 10. Every vehicle donating a new, unwrapped toy will receive a $2 discount on admission. Now through Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009. Sundays-Thursdays, 5:30-10pm, Fridays and Saturdays, 5:30-11pm. $14/car, up to 5 people, $19/car, 6 or more people, $49/bus. For more information on the Del Mar Fairgrounds' “Holiday of Lights” attraction, visit: www.holidayoflights.com.
Benefit Concert Celebrates Peace
Come support of The Peace Alliance and its San Diego chapter, Americans For a Department Of Peace (AFDOP), and hear award-winning local musician, Joe Rathburn, on Thursday, December 4, 7-10pm. Other featured musicians include: Peter Bolland of The Coyote Problem, Cahill & Delene, John Foltz, Sandi Kimmell and James Lee Stanley. The musicians are donating their valuable time and talents in support of The Peace Alliance and AFDOP.
The evening will be filled with peace and purpose and will be held at Milano Coffee Company, The Promenade, 8685 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite B, San Diego. Admission: $15 at the door. For more information on the concert email: Sue Trisler at sue4peacenow@yahoo.com. Information about the legislation currently before Congress (H.R. 808) can be found on both AFDOP's web site at www.afdop.org or by visiting The Peace Alliance site at www.thepeacealliance.org .
Weekly ‘Less Stress Holiday' Classes
Feeling fretful and stressed out as the Holiday Season approaches? Can you still remember the running around and tenseness from last year? There is a better way to experience this time of year. VISION A Center For Spiritual Living is offering the “Less Stress Holiday Class.” This three week class begins on Thursday, December 4, 6:30-8:30pm. Alan Olson RScP will be the facilitator for the group. To help free up money for gift giving, there is no fee for this class. It is on a love offering basis only at VISION, 11260 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego. For more info call VISION at 619/303-6609 or visit: www.visioncsl.com.
Eleanor Roosevelt Comes to Life in Performance at USD on 12/10
In a powerful blend of theater and history, Voices of Women presents an engaging reenactment of the historical day when Eleanor Roosevelt signed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights before the United Nations General Assembly in December of 1948. Acclaimed actor Rosina Reynolds will bring Eleanor Roosevelt to life. Following her performance, a panel discussion will examine how far human rights have come in the past 60 years and what the future holds for their fuller implementation globally.
This Free event—in collaboration with the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice and other human rights groups—will take place on Wednesday, December 10, 7pm at the Joan B. Kroc Peace & Justice Theatre, 5998 Alcal· Park on the University of San Diego campus. Voices of Women was founded in 2001 in response to the events of 9/11 and presents programs that raise awareness of global issues. To learn more visit: www.voicesofwomen.org
Hidden Gifts: A Joyful Christmas Celebration 12/11 in Solana Beach
The Pioneers Players present a joyful Christmas Celebration to take place Thursday, December 11 at the St. James Community Hall, 625 South Nardo Ave., Solana Beach. Everyone is invited to enjoy the Hand Bells Choir, Greek Dancing and the Musical Theater presentation of Grease and Little Shop, It will really be a Night To Remember that will include singing, dancing, music, fabulous opportunity drawing prizes, and a delicious reception offered by the best restaurants in town.
The Pioneer Club is formed by a group of enthusiastic individuals with different levels of abilities and skills. They are committed to expanding their knowledge, developing their gifts and abilities, becoming valuable contributors to their community and helping build a society guided by principles of compassion and love. Reception 6pm, Event 7pm. Suggested donation $10, Seniors/students $8, under age 5 - free. To make reservations visit: www.firstgiving.com/projectturnaround. For directions call: 858/481-3998.
Yuletide Sound Healing Concert & Tibetan Craft Fair 12/12 in Encinitas
Nationally known Sound Healers and Recording Artists, Diane Mandle & Richard Rudis join forces to reduce stress and create deep relaxation and intimacy at this lovely concert event. Using ancient Himalayan bowls and Powerful Earth and Chiron Gongs, Diane and Richard will create rich harmonies, tonalities and rhythmic patterns to effectively alter consciousness into a peaceful, expansive meditative state. Beautiful Handmade Crafts from Nepal and Tibet will also be available for Holiday gift purchasing. The concert and craft fair will be held at Well Within, 555 2nd St. Encinitas. Admission: $25 with a portion of the proceeds going to Free Tibet. Bring a mat to lie on. For more info and reservations: 760/944-3441.
Grief Healing Workshop & Concert 12/17 in San Diego
This holiday season, The Jenna Druck Foundation's Families Helping Families program is hosting a unique live concert for bereaved parents. On December 17, Elivia Melodey will be performing live with her ensemble of over 44 crystal bowls for this special sound healing workshop.
Guests are invited to receive inner peace, healing and wholeness through the mystical sacred sound currents of Elivia Melodey's Crystal Vibrations music and take a journey to places of deep understanding and release. For those who have experienced the traumatic loss of a child, the holidays can be a difficult passage. This evening will be dedicated to gathering in community to receive an experience that will soothe souls, light spirits and honor those who have been lost. Wednesday, December 17, 6:30-8:30pm, Liberty Station San Diego, CA. Register by phone: 619/294-8000 Register by e-mail: fhf@jennadruck.org. For more info on Elivia Melodey visit: www.elivia.com
3rd Annual ‘Finding the Gift in Shift' Conference in Sedona 1/9-1/11
Begin your new year in the majestic beauty of Sedona at the recently renovated Radisson Poco Diablo Resort. The Gift in Shift conference has sold out for the past two years. Stellar Productions is proud to announce our opening Keynote Speaker for this year's event is Gregg Braden. A New York Times best selling author, Braden is internationally renowned as a pioneer in bridging science and spirituality. Our closing keynote speaker will be best-selling author of The Disappearance of the Universe and Your Immortal Reality, Gary Renard.
Featured speakers are Dr. J. Dunn, a doctor of chiropractic medicine and the originator of Wholistic Kinesiology® and Paula Muran, an awakened spiritual teacher, medical intuitive, author and speaker. Other speakers include: Rick Levine, Sharron Rose, Jay Weidner, John English, Rev. Mark Pope, Aggie Korbin, Dr. Chet Snow, Bert Janssen, Heather Clewett-Janssen, Sandy Cowen, Randall Libero, and Anya Mann. Tickets are $275 for general seating or $325 for preferred seating (front two rows). Single day passes are $125. Tickets and online registration are available at: www.stellarproductionslive.com or by calling 928/282-2450 or e-mail: Karen@stellarproductionslive.com.
Chocolate Infused with Good Intentions by Monks
Intentional Chocolate™ announces new holiday gifts of chocolate embedded with the specific intentions or wishes of Gratitude, Peace or Joy. Proven through scientific research to heighten well-being, Intentional Chocolate™ is the first intention-enhanced food on the market. The good intentions are infused into the chocolate from advanced meditators – some who have trained with the Dalai Lama – which are transferred to those who eat it.
For the upcoming holiday season, Intentional Chocolate™ is pleased to introduce five new holiday gift boxes that allow the purchaser to include a personalized intention and wish. The new gift boxes: Gratitude, Lasting Peace, Love for All Beings, Celebrate the Wonder and Practice the Presence are available at www.IntentionalChocolate.com
‘Course In Miracles' Study Group
San Diego Center for Spiritual Living welcomes Master Facilitator Jack Keane for a weekly Course In Miracles Study Group on Wednesdays, 5:45-6:45pm. Jack brings decades of experience teaching the Course in Miracles in San Diego.
A Course in Miracles is a restatement of the core of wisdom found in every major world religion, yet it is a spiritual teaching rather than a religion. Jack's unique facilitation allows study of the ACIM lessons as they arise within the group, creating a more meaningful experience in a safe and confidential environment. This method also supports the addition of new members at any time. This is a self-sustaining group meeting on a donation basis. A Course In Miracles Study Group is held at San Diego Center for Spiritual Living, 1009 G St. at the corner of 10th Ave., San Diego. For more info call 619/491-3087 or email Miracles@downtowncc.org.
Join the VISION Center Choir in SD
Do you have an inner desire to sing and maybe be a member of a choir? Now is your chance. VISION, A Center for Spiritual Living is expanding its Higher Vision Choir and is looking for new voices. Enjoy the camaraderie and joy of sharing the spiritual journey with like-minded people. Stretch a little and exercise your vocal skills in a supportive, loving environment that celebrates the Divine in all. Contact John Kurko or Rev. Patti 619/303-6609 to learn more about this unique opportunity at VISION, 11260 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego.
Nourish Hungry Children this Holiday Season
Nourish America and Aquamantra, the award-winning premium bottled water company have aligned with Whole Foods Markets this holiday season to assist in bringing adequate food and nutrients to America's underprivileged children.
The “I Am Greatful Project” has created a donation based website designed to raise money to provide nourishment to one million poor and hungry children in our own country.
The Project requests that people think of three things they are grateful for in their own life as they make the actual donation as a grand experiment to move people into a space of gratitude, before, during and after they donate.
Aquamantra is natural spring water that is infused with “I am Healthy”, “I am Loved”, and other vibrations. 3 cents from of every bottle sold this season goes to Nourish America. Please visit: www. theiamgratefulproject.org.
The 18th annual “San Diego Regional Law Enforcement Teddy Bear Drive”—hosted by the San Diego County Sheriff's Department—is underway. Local law enforcement agencies need your help to collect new stuffed animals and teddy bears for young patients at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego. The goal is to collect more than 60,000 stuffed animals that will be delivered to the kids on December 9 at 9:30am. For more info visit: www.helpsdkids.org.
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