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Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

The Elements of Tarot

Workshops Presenter: Chandra Zaleska. About: Open to anyone at any level of knowing the Tarot: We are gathering all you noble folks who want to learn the language and the method of divination---or "conversing with the divine." We will relish the profound knowledge of the Four Elements and the Fifth subtle element of Akasah-our psychic records. The awareness of the elemental play is one of the main keys in understanding the alchemy of reading Tarot. Remember, your Tarot cards are a book of Life written especially for you every time you open i… Price: $25. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 7:45 PM – 9:00 PM. East Studio.

SACRED SAND MANDALA with the Monks of Gaden Ngari Khangsten Monastery

East West Special Events Presenter: Tibetan Buddhist Monks of the Gaden Ngari Khangsten Monsatery. About: On Wednesday, August 20, East West Living Bookstore will host the Tibetan Monks of Gaden Ngari Monastery (Mongnad, India) for a 5-day ritual creation of a Sacred Sand Mandala. The festivities will include: Opening Ceremonies with prayers, music and chanting; public viewing of the mandala as it is created; live video feed to the store’s Fifth Avenue window; programs on Tibetan culture; and Sunday Closing Ceremonies with a procession to the Hudson River. The public is cordially invited to participate in thi… Price: 0. Category: Special Event. Location: Cafe. Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 12:00 PM – Sunday, August 24, 2008, 8:00 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.gadenngari.org.

Young Living Essential Oils. Ancient Wisdom, Modern MiraclesYoung Living Oils, with Julie Chertow

Workshops Presenter: Julie Chertow. About: Reclaim your health and freedom! Learn how to have and keep wellness for yourself, family, freinds and clients with the highest quality essential oils known to man. Essential Oils, the life force of plants, have been scientifically proven to enhance our lives on every level. They can also lift your spirits too! Come see, smell and taste for yourself, how quickly you can start feeling better now. Price: $40. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Friday, August 22, 2008, 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Yoga West.

Reiki 1 Certification with Brian Williams

Workshops Presenter: Brian Williams, Reiki Master. About: Learn how to harness your energy and power for healing of the body, mind, and soul. Reiki is the Japanese word for “Spriritually-guided, life-force energy.” Now used all over the world in hospitals, treatment centers and spas, reiki is an effective, powerful method for healing. The workshop includes: 2 Usui level 1 healing attunements to balance and re-align the chakra system, learning and practicing self- treatments, giving sessions to others, teaching on the 7 chakras, and plenty of question/answer tim… Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Saturday, August 23, 2008, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Yoga West.

Sista Shree Kirtan

East West Special Events Presenter: Sista Shree and Bhakti. About: Sista Shree chants ancient Sanskrit verses that are fused to RIFFS and RHYTHMS of indigenous people from all over the world. This music represents energy that will make you feel like dancing. This music is about Sound Vibration and its ability to mobilize and quiet the mind. Get ready to ROCK OUT to Sista Shree's High Voltage Devotional Funk. You won't want to miss this! With her soulful voice and funky grooves, Sista Shree brings a fantastic and fun vibe to traditional chanting. We dare you to stay… Price: $30. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ws.asp?studioid=1112&stype=-8. Sunday, August 24, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. West.

Bhagavad Gita - Study Group

East West Cafe Presenter: Chandra Zaleska. About: The soothing poetry of the Bhagavad Gita, or "the Song of God" has the power to awaken the true knowledge of the Self and the Divine Love. Listening, reading, meditating – all are "roads" we travel searching for the Truth… Many scriptures say that the Truth, in form of the Original Sound - original vibration in space gave birth to the creation of this world, the elements, the senses, all forms of living beings… Can we find that Original Sound reverberating in the "Song of God" the Bhagavad Gita? What is… Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Monday, August 25, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. East West Cafe. For more info visit www.moonlightoracle.com.

Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

Feng Shui Meet-Up

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase before taking a seat. Presenter: Echo Kim. About: Ever wondered anything about feng shui? Come to monthly meetings to learn about feng shui: techniques, books, styles, blueprints, consultations, certification schools, practitioners in NY, teachers, case studies, symbolism, architecture, design, real estate, sacred space, energetics, decluttering, home ceremonies and rituals, field trips, and more. All levels of experience with feng shui welcome. Bring friends, questions, blueprints or photographs! Echo will also be offering personalized feng… Price: $5. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Yoga. Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Cafe.

Sound Healing Meditation

Workshops Presenter: Roger Ansanelli. About: A meditation class focusing on the healing properties of sound. Roger will guide you to renew, relax, and connect with the energizing, healing, powerful vibrational currents of sound. Price: $20. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Thursday, August 28, 2008, 7:45 PM – 9:00 PM. Yoga East.

New Moon Ceremony

Workshops Presenter: Joseph A. Young, Jr. About: The New Moon is the most powerful time to set our intentions so that we can attract continued blessings & prosperity into our lives. For this New Moon of Virgo, we will work with this healing energy to manifest our dreams and highest goals. Many esoteric traditions have recognized the potential of working with the new moon's magic its powerful influence over our minds & the tides of the earth. Through the use of various sacred tools, live music & meditations, the ritual will work to heal ourselves, de… Price: 20. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Yoga West.

THE YOGA OF PHOTOGRAPHY: LET YOUR INNER ARTIST SHINE!

Workshops Presenter: Francis Holland. About: LAST SUNDAYS: THE YOGA OF PHOTOGRAPHY With Francis Holland, professional NYC fashion/editorial photographer and artist All you need is your digital camera to let your inner artist shine! Any experience level welcome to this monthly class, with different theme each time. Learn to use your camera to dynamically express your experiences, and discuss your favorite photos in class as you discover how to create art…uniquely from your soul. This is a rare opportunity to learn about a variety of styles an… Price: 25. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ws.asp?studioid=1112&stype=-8. Sunday, August 31, 2008, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM. West Studio.

Aeclectic NYC Tarot Meet Up Group

East West Cafe Presenter: Shawn Nacol. About: This monthly group welcomes all those interested in exploring the Tarot! Learn all about how to read the cards, their meanings and interpretations as well as various layouts in a fun, supportive Tarot community. Price: $5. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Cafe. Sunday, August 31, 2008, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Cafe.

NYC "What the Bleep" Study Group

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase before taking a seat. Presenter: NYC "What the Bleep" Study Group. About: The NYC "What The Bleep Do We Know" study group is a fun and lively discussion group that meets once a month to discuss the exciting concepts introduced in the movie "What the Bleep Do We Know". If you liked the movie and want to continue to explore topics such as Paradigm Shifts, Creating Your Day, Healing Your Past, Quantum Physics and more, come and join us! With a new shift in awareness as well as the science behind movies such as "What the Bleep" and "The Secret" we are beginning to understand m… Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Monday, September 1, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. East West Cafe.

Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

Astrologer/Author Gahl Sasson with "Cosmic Navigator"

Presenter: Gahl Sasson. Price: $0. About: Astrologer Gahl Sasson presents his latest book, "Cosmic Navigator: Design Your Destiny With Astrology and Kabbalah." Bio Gahl Sasson makes Kabbalah, astrology and psychology engaging, illuminating, and fun. The way he sees Kabbalah is accessible to anyone from any faith and background. The innovative examples that he conjures up to illustrate these high concepts spurs his audience to laugh and then declare, "Aha!" Most of all, Gahl tells stories, relating a vast array of compelling myths from traditions… Category: Booksigning. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.cosmicnavigator.com.

Chakra Healing NYC Meet Up Group

East West Cafe With Chakra Healer Kiana Love. Presenter: With Chakra Healer Kiana Love. About: Chakra Healing NYC is a supportive space for healing, community and heartfelt connection. Come to learn more about the chakras and how they can support you on your healing journey. These powerful energy centers are the interface between your physical body and your consciousness. Are you ready to make real changes in your life? Are you already on your healing path and would like to connect with like-minded travelers? This is for you! Come share your chakra knowledge and experiences. Come joi… Location: Cafe. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Cafe.

Enneagram of Personality Meet-up Group

East West Cafe Presenter: Nicholas Reitter and Kirk Kahn. About: This group is dedicated to exploring beliefs and practices related to the Enneagram, in a supportive and inclusive setting. Participants have a wide range of backgrounds with the system and share a common interest in deepening their familiarity with it. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. cafe.

Guest Teacher: Dagmar Spremberg from Montezuma Yoga in Costa Rica!

Workshops Dagmar is the owner of Montezuma Yoga in Costa Rica, and will be a visiting teacher for Sadie's usual Friday evening Power Hour on this one night only. Don't miss it! Presenter: Dagmar Spremberg. About: Dagmar is the owner of Montezuma Yoga in Costa Rica, and will be a visiting teacher for Sadie's usual Friday evening Power Hour on this one night only. She's an inspiring, creative teacher with a huge heart-- Don't miss it! Price: $15. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Friday, September 5, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Yoga West. For more info visit montezumayoga.com.

Author Jeff Davis with "The Journey from the Center to the Page"

Presenter: Jeff Davis. Price: $0. About: The first edition of "Journey from the Center to the Page" was the first book to show how yoga can help create better writing, with invigorating postures, breathing techniques, and wisdom for wordsmiths of any level. Mr. Davis' revised and expanded new edition provides more in-depth wisdom and detailed examples of how readers can use yoga to access their creative vision on every level. This classic guide to the body-mind-imagination connection shows ways to: * Harness and more fully explore your creat… Category: Booksigning. Location: Cafe. Friday, September 5, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.centertopage.com.

Divine Warrior Training Circle

Workshops Presenter: Tom Capshew Ph.D. About: These Sacred Circles are based on Divine Warrior Training, a process which assists the participant to re-member themselves to the divine by discarding limiting beliefs and behaviors. Reiki Master Tom Capshew combines Reiki energy healing and shamanic practices, creating sacred space centering around an altar. Dr. Capshew leads a heart-centering meditation allowing each participant to access their own answers to the questions they are living. As we follow the path into our Sacred Heart, the wisd… Price: 20. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Friday, September 5, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. West Studio.

Cosmic Navigator - Design Your Destiny with Astrology and Kabbalah, with Gahl Sasson Workshop

Workshops Presenter: Gahl Eden Sasson. About: What the meaning of life? What happens to me after I die? Am I bound to my astrological fate or can I change it? How do I get along with my Virgo boss? Find the answers to these and many other questions on Sep 6th 11am at East West! Astrology wedded to the mystical wisdom of Kabbalah creates a powerful system of self improvement. In this workshop Gahl presents astrology in a refreshing and entertaining way which divorces astrology from its fortune telling and over simplified psychological profiling. Gah… Price: $26. Category: Astrology. Location: Yoga. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Yoga West. For more info visit www.www.cosmicnavigator.com.

The Journey from the Center to the Page: Yoga and Creative Writing Workshop

Workshops Please confirm your reservations in advance of this workshop, no later than August 31. Presenter: Jeff Davis. About: The first edition of "Journey from the Center to the Page" was the first book to show how yoga can help create better writing, with invigorating postures, breathing techniques, and wisdom for wordsmiths of any level. Join Author Jeff Davis for this experiential yoga/writing creative workshop. Mr. Davis' revised and expanded new edition provides more in-depth wisdom and detailed examples of how readers can use yoga to access their creative vision on every level. This classic guide to the body-mind-imagin… Price: $35. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Yoga Studio. For more info visit www.centertopage.com.

Art of Self Care

Workshops Presenter: Julia Hough. About: The Art of Self Care In this busy and complex world, stress is inescapable, and it often causes us to feel overwhelmed, tired and achy, and unable to carve out the time we need to take care of ourselves. In this two-hour workshop, The Art of Self Care, you will become aware of which aspects of your life need more attention and what changes you can make to create a greater balance in your life. You will learn stretches to release stress-related tension, with a particular focus on neck, lower back, a… Price: $30. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Saturday, September 6, 2008, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. West Studio.

INTERNATIONAL ANGEL DAY "Relax , Let the Angels Guide You "

Workshops Presenter: Judith Toma. About: This is a special day , designed by Doreen Virtue ,PhD , to enlighten all who desire to know their angels . ATP's ® and AI's ® around the world will be giving workshops . I am an Angel Therapist ® /Medium , and so excited to be sharing my knowledge and gifts with all who are open and even curious. Its not always easy to live stress free in this world but with the assistance of the angels , its much easier . Who are the Angels ? How do we hear their messages? Join Judith Toma for a day filled wit… Price: 111.00. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Sunday, September 7, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. East Room (All Classes held in West). For more info visit www.goddesstarangel.com.

Kirtan in the Path of Grace: Non-dual Love and the Joy of Chant with Shyamdas

Workshops Presenter: Shyamdas. About: Shyamdas, leading kirtan performer and Krishna devotee, combines ecstatic chant with Vedantic wisdom and stories of the saints of India. He speaks from his background as a Sanskrit scholar and translator to share the philosophy of non-dual reality. American born, he has lived in Krishna’s sacred land of Vraj in India for 35 years, developing an insider’s expertise in mystical poetry and classical Indian temple music. By traditional bhakti practices of Shravan and Kirtan (listening and singing) participants… Price: $20. Category: Special Event. Location: Yoga. Sunday, September 7, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Yoga Studio West. For more info visit www.shyamdas.com.

Sadie's Free Yoga for Booksigning Soiree

Workshops Sadie will teach a free class from 6-7 pm before her book signing in the cafe. Presenter: Sadie Nardini. About: A free hourlong yoga class before Sadie's booksigning in the cafe. Price: 0. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Monday, September 8, 2008, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Yoga West. For more info visit www.sadienardini.com.

White Magic Study Group: Intro to Subtle Energies

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase before taking a seat. Presenter: Kathy Newburn. About: White Magic Study Group: An Introduction to Subtle Energies An Introduction to the Subtle Energy Bodies and Techniques of Spiritual Training for Healing Ourselves and the Planet Join this monthly discussion group on developing techniques for soul alignment. The goal of white magic is to learn to align with soul energies for healing and spiritual growth both for ourselves and for others. You will learn simple yet powerful concentration techniques: to strengthen visualization skills, to purify and sti… Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Monday, September 8, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.sevenray.net.

Sadie's Book Signing Yoga Soiree

Presenter: Sadie Nardini. Price: 0. About: Join East West Director and author Sadie Nardini for a book-signing, and free yoga soiree that will make your Monday night shine! First, a free Core Strength Yoga class in the yoga studio from 6-7 pm, then head to the cafe for a wine and cheese party beginning at 7, with a reading and Q&A with the author from 7:30-9pm. Come to one, or both, and enjoy journeying to your Soul with this dynamic and transformative teacher! Category: Booksigning. Location: Cafe. Monday, September 8, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:15 PM. Cafe. For more info visit sadienardini.com.

Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

Whole Earth Green Group Meet Up

East West Cafe About: The Whole Earth Green Group will explore inner and outer practices for a creative, sustainable planet that works for all and include guest speakers, models and practices at each monthly meeting to explore alternative energy, water, housing, agriculture, green markets and sustainable villages. Beginning with a short meditation, we'll enjoy and explore the possibilities for creating alliances to foster a new economic system that is synergic with nature, embraces love for nature, and fosters higher human p… Price: $5. Location: Cafe. Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Cafe.

Meet Gangaji!

East West Special Events Presenter: Gangaji. About: American Advaita Master, Gangaji, will be speaking and signing copies of "You Are That.". Category: Special Event. Location: Cafe. Friday, September 12, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. East West Cafe. For more info visit www.gangaji.org.

Sacred Sound and Inspirational Sound Healing Circle

Workshops Presenter: Grammy Award Winning Producer and Sound Healer Barry Goldstein. About: Take a beautiful musical journey with Barry as he assists you in clearing blocks using sacred sound, guided visualization and inspirational songs. Experience the healing aspects of music and sound and embrace your own healing gifts in a safe and heart opening space. Music is a universal language that is created and received in our hearts. It goes beyond explanation and has the power to assist in reactivating a remembrance of whom we truly are! It’s time to remember! Grammy Award Winning Producer Barry Go… Price: 35. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Friday, September 12, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. EAST WEST YOGA: STUDIO WEST. For more info visit www.barrygoldsteinmusic.com.

Yoga for Gay Men

Workshops Presenter: Brian Williams & Rainer Perry. About: Join your community on the second Friday of each month in a reverent, transformative yoga class taught by two dynamic instructors. The atmosphere is yogic, supportive, fun and respectful while deepening your physical strength and increasing your inner energy. Prepare to breathe, move, laugh and enjoy the dance of yoga! Price: 17. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ws.asp?studioid=1112&stype=-8. Friday, September 12, 2008, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM. East Studio.

Usui Reiki Level 2

Workshops Presenter: Tom Capshew Ph.D. About: About: Reiki is a Japanese term, and translated literally, means “universal energy directed by divine intelligence.” Reiki is a healing modality rediscovered in Japan nearly 100 years ago. Reiki clients remain clothed as the Reiki practitioner channels universal energy through their crown chakra and out their hands into the client’s energy field. Reiki re-sets the client’s natural healing process. Clients often report feeling balanced, relaxed and energized after Reiki sessions. Participants will · Review… Price: 225. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. West Studio.

YOGA FOR THE INFLEXIBLE WORKSHOP

Workshops Presenter: PAULA TURSI. About: Whether you can't touch your toes [or even your knees!], want to get back to basics, or learn more about the anatomy and alignment of yoga poses, this workshop's for you! with Paula Tursi, creator of the Yoga Inside Out Series of DVDs, and renowned yoga instructor and alignment expert. Join Paula to ask and learn, strengthen and stretch under her watchful eye. Price: 25. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. YOGA WEST.

Angel Readings with Heather Vaughn

To Reserve Your Appointment, Call: 212-243-5994. Presenter: Heather Vaughn. About: Heather is an intuitive healer, spiritual consultant and certified Angel Therapist ® (certified by Doreen Virtue). In these readings, she will bring you divine guidance directly from your Angels, Guides and Ascended Masters that wish to communicate. She will let you know any messages they have that enhance and enlighten your life and further your life purpose. Price: $40. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Yoga. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Cafe.

Movie Screening: The Forgotten Song - The Beginnings of A Course in Miracles

East West Special Events Presenter: Robert (Padman) Bernstein. Price: $5. About: Featuring the original scribes. Category: Movie Screening. Location: Cafe. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Yoga West. For more info visit www.thisisacourseinmiracles.com.

Spiritual Salon

East West Cafe Presenter: Trisha Balbert. About: A friendly group for all things spiritual. Discuss finding meaning, right livelihood, relationships and more. Meet new people and make new friends. Facilitated by Trish Balbert of Awaken Wellness. Trish is a Reiki Healer and Health Counselor with a private practice in New York City, where she helps people create the lives they've always wanted. Visit her website to learn more about how YOU have the power to transform your life! $5 cafe purchase required. Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Sunday, September 14, 2008, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.awakenwellness.com.

Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

Author Andrew Vidich with "Light Upon Light" - Five Master Paths to Awaken the Mindful Self

Presenter: Andrew Vidich. Price: 0. About: "Light Upon Light" is a book to touch the heart and awaken the spirit. It takes the lives of some of the great spiritual masters of the last millennium, from Rumi, to twentieth century saint Darshan Singh, and illuminates their inner quests. More than simply biography, "Light Upon Light" delves into their perceptions of the world, the innermost workings of their minds, and the life incidents that led them to enlightenment. In this sense "Light Upon Light" is not about the spiritual path; it is designed to t… Summary: Author Bio Dr. Andrew Vidich is an author, educator, international speaker, and editor of more than five books. His books include "Love is a Secret" (1990), critically acclaimed by the Institute of Noetic Sciences which stated that "it provided a great service to readers interested in the deeper dimensions of mystical love." He has co-edited (multiple editors) a collection of writings of the twentieth century Spiritual Saint, Sant Kirpal Singh Ji, entitled, "The Spiritual Path: An Anthology of the Writings… Category: Booksigning. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. cafe. For more info visit www.leadershipinstitute-inc.com.

The Elements of Tarot

Workshops Presenter: Chandra Zaleska. About: Coming Soon. Price: $25. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Tuesday, September 16, 2008, 7:45 PM – 9:00 PM. East Studio.

NYC Goddess Meet-Up with Laughing Sage Wellness with Jessica Grippo

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase before taking a seat. Presenter: Jessica Grippo, Laughing Sage Wellness, facilitator. About: Jessica Grippo, of Laughing Sage Wellness, hosts a fun, intelligent, group of women to connect, empower sisterhood & activate positive feminine energies. It has 3 main goals: 1. To bring a sense of sisterhood and community to a city that can feel isolating and disconnecting 2. To educate women about their health and well-being 3. To activate conversation about feminine energy and how to use it our advantage Join us if you are looking to connect with like-minded women, learn about your health and… Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Wednesday, September 17, 2008, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Cafe.

A Course in Miracles Study Group

Workshops Presenter: Robert (Padman) Bernstein. About: This is a Study Group for A Course in Miracles. Price: $20. Category: Study Group. Location: Yoga. Thursday, September 18, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Treatment Room.

Wisdom of Your Face: Change Your Life with Chinese Face Reading!

Presenter: Jean Haner. Price: 0. About: What if you could discover, in your own face, the wisdom you need to find the life path that gives you joy, relationships that nurture you, and true compassion for yourself and others? Author Jean Haner takes ancient Chinese principles and translates them for our modern Western lives. In her book filled with stories, photos and easy-to-understand information, you will discover how your face reveals your true inner spirit, the blueprint of your original design. The wisdom written there explains why you thi… Category: Booksigning. Location: Cafe. Thursday, September 18, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. East West Cafe. For more info visit www.wisdomofyourface.com.

Author Jon Mundy "What is Mysticism?" Discussion and Book Signing

East West Special Events Presenter: Jon Mundy. Price: $0. About: "If you want to know about mysticism, this is the place to look." --Marianne Williamson There is something so compelling about the mystical journey that mystics often spend their lives clarifying the experience. The deeper you go, the lighter you become, the easier the peace. Inner light wants to shine. Vision wants to be shared. Talking about mysticism is like rolling strawberry shortcake around on the tongue. It's so delicious. It's like falling in love again and again. What is this wonderful exp… Category: Booksigning. Location: Cafe. Friday, September 19, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.miraclesmagazine.org.

Mysticism and "A Course In Miracles" with Jon Mundy

East West Special Events Presenter: Jon Mundy. About: Have you ever had a mystical experience? One out of three Americans say that they have. What is a Mystical Experience? What is a Miracle? As a university professor of The History of Mysticism, join Jon as we explore the correlation between the teachings of mystics and A Course in Miracles. Bio Jon Mundy, Ph.D. is one of the world's foremost voices for A Course In Miracles. He is an author, lecturer and Adjunct Lecturer in Philosophy at Marist College in New York, and teaches courses on "The History… Price: $25. Drop-in Cost: $35. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Saturday, September 20, 2008, 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Studio West. For more info visit www.miraclesmagazine.org.

Angel Readings with Heather Vaughn

Presenter: Heather Vaughn. About: Heather is an intuitive healer, spiritual consultant and certified Angel Therapist ® (certified by Doreen Virtue). In these readings, she will bring you divine guidance directly from your Angels, Guides and Ascended Masters that wish to communicate. She will let you know any messages they have that enhance and enlighten your life and further your life purpose. Price: $40. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Cafe. Saturday, September 20, 2008, 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Cafe.

Astrology De-Mystified

Workshops Presenter: Montgomery Taylor. About: Astrology De-Mystified. Price: $35. Category: Astrology. Location: Yoga. Saturday, September 20, 2008, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Yoga Studio West.

Psychic Mediumship Event with Lisa Kay

East West Special Events Presenter: Lisa Kay. About: East West welcomes back Lisa Kay, Psychic Medium During this seminar, Lisa kay will demonstrate her psychic gifts of communication with loved ones who have passed and will deliver as many messages as possible to the participants of this event. It is her hope that the messages she shares, will demonstrate that life does indeed continue beyond the physical plane. You must be 18 to attend! For more info please visit www.lisakmedium.com. Price: 40. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ws.asp?studioid=1112&stype=-8. Saturday, September 20, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. West Studio.

HOLD FOR GLOBAL MALA EVENT

Presenter: East West Living with Shiva Rea's Global Mala. About: A day of free healing, classes, meditation and more by donation. Proceeds go to Global Mala and Youth Health Initiative, which educates kids about living a healthy lifestyle on all levels! Price: 0. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Sunday, September 21, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. YOGA WEST AND EAST.

Matthew Fox on "Divine Masculine and Sacred Feminine" (with panel]

East West Special Events Presenter: Matthew Fox. About: Panelists: Emmy-award winning journalist Judy Martin, Lynne Feldman (of Ken Wilber's Integral Alliance), Michael Pergola (founder of One Spirit Interfaith), and Loch Kelly (founder of Natural Wakefulness Center). Moderated by Dr. Kurt Johnson of OneVoice. Price: $20. Category: Special Event. Location: Yoga. Sunday, September 21, 2008, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Yoga West. For more info visit www.isdna.org.

Autumn Equinox Mini-Meditation Retreat

East West Special Events Presenter: Sharifa Norton & Muinuddin Smith. About: Autumn Equinox Mini-Meditation Retreat Nourish your self from within as you tune to the cycles of nature. Experienced meditation retreat guides Sharifa and Muinuddin, from the Indian tradition of Sufi Master Hazrat Inayat Khan, will guide you in breathing and meditation practices to bring new inspiration and vision for your life. Price: $20. Drop-in Cost: $25. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Sunday, September 21, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. East West Yoga - West Studio. For more info visit www.ziraat.org.

Bhagavad Gita - Study Group

East West Cafe Presenter: Chandra Zaleska. About: The soothing poetry of the Bhagavad Gita, or "the Song of God" has the power to awaken the true knowledge of the Self and the Divine Love. Listening, reading, meditating – all are "roads" we travel searching for the Truth… Many scriptures say that the Truth, in form of the Original Sound - original vibration in space gave birth to the creation of this world, the elements, the senses, all forms of living beings… Can we find that Original Sound reverberating in the "Song of God" the Bhagavad Gita? What is… Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Monday, September 22, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. East West Cafe. For more info visit www.moonlightoracle.com.

Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

Feng Shui Meet-Up

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase before taking a seat. Presenter: Echo Kim. About: Ever wondered anything about feng shui? Come to monthly meetings to learn about feng shui: techniques, books, styles, blueprints, consultations, certification schools, practitioners in NY, teachers, case studies, symbolism, architecture, design, real estate, sacred space, energetics, decluttering, home ceremonies and rituals, field trips, and more. All levels of experience with feng shui welcome. Bring friends, questions, blueprints or photographs! Echo will also be offering personalized feng… Price: $5. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Yoga. Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Cafe.

A Course in Miracles Study Group

Workshops Presenter: Robert (Padman) Bernstein. About: This is a Study Group for A Course in Miracles. Price: $20. Category: Study Group. Location: Yoga. Thursday, September 25, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Treatment Room.

Author Gina Ogden, PhD with "The Return of Desire: A Guide to Rediscovering Your Sexual Passion" Book Signing

Price: 0. About: Dr. Gina Ogden is a pioneer in sexuality and spirituality whose visionary work has changed the lives of women all over the country. She conducted the first nationwide survey on integrating sexuality and spirituality ( ISIS ) to challenge the performance-oriented norms established by Kinsey and other sex researchers. Her books have been praised by both futurists and scholars, and she has been featured in the media from print and talk radio to "Oprah!" She lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts. "The Return of… Category: Booksigning. Location: Cafe. Thursday, September 25, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.ginaogden.com.

Tarot Master Teacher and Voyager Deck Creator James Wanless - Discussion and Book Signing

Presenter: James Wanless. Price: 0. About: BE YOUR OWN ORACLE: VOYAGER TAROT Beyond fortune telling to "fortune creation," experience modern, progressive tarot with tarot master and Voyager creator, James Wanless, Ph.D. No longer a medieval fortune telling game, tarot is a spiritual and psychological tool that gives you a holistic map for how to create the fortunes you desire. Rather than a passive, deterministic old world process, tarot is an empowering, proactive compass for navigating your life in this changing, complex world. In this… Category: Lecture. Location: Cafe. Friday, September 26, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.voyagertarot.com.

International Medium Robert Brown - Two-Hour Mediumship Demonstation

Workshops Presenter: Robert Brown. About: East West is pleased to welcome back Great Britain's foremost Spirit Medium Robert Brown, who received such enthusiastic response for his May demonstration that he returns this Fall. As a spirit medium, Robert's mission is to validate the experience of the afterlife -- that our loved ones who pass continue to live on, that they are nearby, and that communication with them is not only normal, but natural. In a two-hour demonstration, Robert not only shares illuminating stories about his work with Spirit, b… Price: $65. Category: Special Event. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ws.asp?studioid=1112&stype=-8. Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Yoga Studio West. For more info visit www.robertbrown-medium.com.

Punk Rock Yoga

Workshops Presenter: Brian Williams. About: Punk Rock Yoga: Yoga is basic, strong, vital, vivid. Music is live, intense, and uplifiting. The two join together in a powerful dance--a celebration of life, and an hour of power. Explore new ways to practice asana in this experimental, and fun class. Price: $19. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Friday, September 26, 2008, 8:30 PM – 9:45 PM. Yoga East.

Shamanic Techniques for Healing and Transformation

This workshop is $40 in advance; $50 at the door. Presenter: Mary Anne Flanagan. About: Healing is a part of almost every person's life as we face challenges of personal healing and transformation. Join us for a workshop of exploring shamanic techniques for personal healing and transformation with others in your community. We will move from what we hold inside of us to who we are inside and outside of us. We will transform the many levels of labels and explore our beautiful and deep sensual being. The world of the shaman is one of connection to all things - oneself, spirit, nature and ea… Price: $40. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Saturday, September 27, 2008, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Yoga West. For more info visit www.toningtheom.com.

Master Tarot Teacher and Voyager Deck Creator James Wanless Tarot Intensive

Presenter: James Wanless. Price: $50. About: THE HERO'S JOURNEY What is your quest in life? How are you going to get there? In this hands on experience, explore the mythic quality of the contemporary, multi-cultural tarot as a strategic intuition tool for mapping your life quest with renowned Tarot Master James Wanless, creator of the Voyager Tarot. You will discover your archetypal path and your challenges and allies. The end result is that you will have a MAP (Mythic Action Plan), a do-able set of illuminating and inspiring take home images a… Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Sunday, September 28, 2008, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Yoga West. For more info visit www.voyagertarot.com.

THE YOGA OF PHOTOGRAPHY: LET YOUR INNER ARTIST SHINE!

Workshops About: LAST SUNDAYS: THE YOGA OF PHOTOGRAPHY With Francis Holland, professional NYC fashion/editorial photographer and artist All you need is your digital camera to let your inner artist shine! Any experience level welcome to this monthly class, with different theme each time. Learn to use your camera to dynamically express your experiences, and discuss your favorite photos in class as you discover how to create art…uniquely from your soul. This is a rare opportunity to learn about a variety of styles an… Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ws.asp?studioid=1112&stype=-8. Sunday, September 28, 2008, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM. West Studio.

Aeclectic NYC Tarot Meet Up Group

East West Cafe Presenter: Shawn Nacol. About: This monthly group welcomes all those interested in exploring the Tarot! Learn all about how to read the cards, their meanings and interpretations as well as various layouts in a fun, supportive Tarot community. Price: $5. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Cafe. Sunday, September 28, 2008, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Cafe.

Juicy Pens, Thirsty Paper (Gifting the World with Your Words and Stories and Creating the Time and Energy to Actually DO It) With SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy)

Workshops Presenter: SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy). About: Gift the world with your words and stories, and learn how to create the time and energy to delight yourself with your writing. Explore what keeps you from writing, using the tools, games, and exercises that helped SARK (Susan Ariel Rainbow Kennedy) write 15 best-selling books. Price: $49. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Sunday, September 28, 2008, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Yoga Studio West. For more info visit www.planetsark.com.

Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, September 30, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

Chakra Healing NYC Meet Up Group

East West Cafe With Chakra Healer Kiana Love. Presenter: With Chakra Healer Kiana Love. About: Chakra Healing NYC is a supportive space for healing, community and heartfelt connection. Come to learn more about the chakras and how they can support you on your healing journey. These powerful energy centers are the interface between your physical body and your consciousness. Are you ready to make real changes in your life? Are you already on your healing path and would like to connect with like-minded travelers? This is for you! Come share your chakra knowledge and experiences. Come joi… Location: Cafe. Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM. Cafe.

Enneagram of Personality Meet-up Group

East West Cafe Presenter: Nicholas Reitter and Kirk Kahn. About: info coming soon. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. cafe.

A Course in Miracles Study Group

Workshops Presenter: Robert (Padman) Bernstein. About: This is a Study Group for A Course in Miracles. Price: $20. Category: Study Group. Location: Yoga. Thursday, October 2, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Treatment Room.

Book Signing with Hari Kaur Khalsa

Presenter: Hari Kaur Khalsa. Price: 0. About: Grace is cutting edge! Join Hari, Director of Golden Bridge NYC, for an evening of Kundalini conversation. Join this New York conversation of tantric wisdom that can change your life. Bring humor, questions, and a creative mind. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Friday, October 3, 2008, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. cafe. For more info visit www.reachhari.com.

Divine Warrior Training Circle

Workshops Presenter: Tom Capshew Ph.D. About: These Sacred Circles are based on Divine Warrior Training, a process which assists the participant to re-member themselves to the divine by discarding limiting beliefs and behaviors. Reiki Master Tom Capshew combines Reiki energy healing and shamanic practices, creating sacred space centering around an altar. Dr. Capshew leads a heart-centering meditation allowing each participant to access their own answers to the questions they are living. As we follow the path into our Sacred Heart, the wisd… Price: 20. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Friday, October 3, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. West Studio.

Master Crystal Workshop

Workshops Presenter: Robert Simmons. About: Crystal Workshop with author of "The Book of Stones". Price: $75. Drop-in Cost: $80. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Yoga. Saturday, October 4, 2008, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit www.heavenandearthjewelry.com.

Soul Collage - Finding Your Self through the Art of Collage

Workshops $15 materials fee payable to the instructor at start of class. Presenter: Kathy Warner. About: Soul Collage. Price: $95. Drop-in Cost: $125. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Yoga. Sunday, October 5, 2008, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. East West Yoga - West Studio. For more info visit www.heavenandearthjewelry.com.

NYC "What the Bleep" Study Group

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase before taking a seat. Presenter: NYC "What the Bleep" Study Group. About: The NYC "What The Bleep Do We Know" study group is a fun and lively discussion group that meets once a month to discuss the exciting concepts introduced in the movie "What the Bleep Do We Know". If you liked the movie and want to continue to explore topics such as Paradigm Shifts, Creating Your Day, Healing Your Past, Quantum Physics and more, come and join us! With a new shift in awareness as well as the science behind movies such as "What the Bleep" and "The Secret" we are beginning to understand m… Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Monday, October 6, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. East West Cafe.

Sadie's Yoga Teacher Training

Workshops Presenter: Sadie Nardini, Director, East West Yoga and Founder Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga. About: An incredible intensive training which will certify you to teach Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga with Founder Sadie Nardini. Great for teachers to add another certification under their belt, students of yoga who are ready to move into teaching, and newer students who want to learn a lifetime of information about their practice. Sadie is a master alignment teacher and she will blow your mind with urban yoga myths in the poses, how to move back into alignment, and how to get crystal clear on each pose, so you can… Price: 1025. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://www.SadieNardini.com. Monday, October 6, 2008, 7:45 PM – 9:30 PM. yoga West. For more info visit sadienardini.com.

Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

Whole Earth Green Group Meet Up

East West Cafe About: The Whole Earth Green Group will explore inner and outer practices for a creative, sustainable planet that works for all and include guest speakers, models and practices at each monthly meeting to explore alternative energy, water, housing, agriculture, green markets and sustainable villages. Beginning with a short meditation, we'll enjoy and explore the possibilities for creating alliances to foster a new economic system that is synergic with nature, embraces love for nature, and fosters higher human p… Price: $5. Location: Cafe. Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Cafe.

Nobel Nominated Author Ervin Laszlo with "Quantum Shift in the Global Brain"

Presenter: Ervin Laszlo. Price: $0. About: "Quantum Shift in the Global Brain: How the New Scientific Reality Can Change Us and Our World" examines the shift from scientific materialism to a multidimensional worldview in harmony with the world’s great spiritual traditions. “Ervin Laszlo provides the most brilliant, comprehensive, and intellectually satisfying integral theory of everything that I have ever read. . . . His work transcends the vision of Darwin, Newton, Einstein, the quantum pioneers, and many other scientific giants of history.”… Category: Booksigning. Location: Cafe. Thursday, October 9, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.innertraditions.com.

A Course in Miracles Study Group

Workshops Presenter: Robert (Padman) Bernstein. About: This is a Study Group for A Course in Miracles. Price: $20. Category: Study Group. Location: Yoga. Thursday, October 9, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Treatment Room.

Healing Ancestral Lines - Shamanic Workshop

East West Special Events Presenter: Christina Platt. About: Healing the Ancestral Lines "We are the dreams of our Ancestors..." and they are also our nightmares. All of our unresolved history of violence, injustice, and suffering is held in our ancestral lines and impacts on our lives today. You and your extended family are the only means by which your ancestors can heal and they are using you to heal in this moment. You can unconsciously repeat the patterns of your ancestors or you can heal them. By healing the ancestral line with intention you free your own… Price: $20. Category: Healing. Location: Yoga. Friday, October 10, 2008, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Yoga West. For more info visit www.lastmaskcenter.org.

Yoga for Gay Men

Workshops Presenter: Brian Williams & Rainer Perry. About: Join your community on the second Friday of each month in a reverent, transformative yoga class taught by two dynamic instructors. The atmosphere is yogic, supportive, fun and respectful while deepening your physical strength and increasing your inner energy. Prepare to breathe, move, laugh and enjoy the dance of yoga! Price: 17. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ws.asp?studioid=1112&stype=-8. Friday, October 10, 2008, 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM. East Studio.

Healing Ancestral Lines - Shamanic Workshop

Workshops Presenter: Christina Platt. About: Healing the Ancestral Lines "We are the dreams of our Ancestors..." and they are also our nightmares. All of our unresolved history of violence, injustice, and suffering is held in our ancestral lines and impacts on our lives today. You and your extended family are the only means by which your ancestors can heal and they are using you to heal in this moment. You can unconsciously repeat the patterns of your ancestors or you can heal them. By healing the ancestral line with intention you free your own… Price: $95. Drop-in Cost: $125. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Saturday, October 11, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Yoga West. For more info visit www.lastmaskcenter.org.

Angel Readings with Heather Vaughn

Presenter: Heather Vaughn. About: Heather is an intuitive healer, spiritual consultant and certified Angel Therapist ® (certified by Doreen Virtue). In these readings, she will bring you divine guidance directly from your Angels, Guides and Ascended Masters that wish to communicate. She will let you know any messages they have that enhance and enlighten your life and further your life purpose. Price: $40. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Cafe. Saturday, October 11, 2008, 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Cafe.

Spiritual Salon

East West Cafe Presenter: Trisha Balbert. About: A friendly group for all things spiritual. Discuss finding meaning, right livelihood, relationships and more. Meet new people and make new friends. Facilitated by Trish Balbert of Awaken Wellness. Trish is a Reiki Healer and Health Counselor with a private practice in New York City, where she helps people create the lives they've always wanted. Visit her website to learn more about how YOU have the power to transform your life! $5 cafe purchase required. Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Sunday, October 12, 2008, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.awakenwellness.com.

Ayurvedic Yoga Massage Workshop

Workshops Presenter: Brad Teasdale. About: Brad will introduce the philosophy, spirit and roots of this profound healing system to the yoga community of NYC. The workshops will build upon one another, and provide an engaging, hands on experience for those who attend. Today's Session: Massage – deep tissue work – sensitivity and intention – medicinal oils and herbs – review the 8 opening stretches – massage the back. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Sunday, October 12, 2008, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

Angels 101 with Heather Vaughn

Workshops Presenter: Heather Vaughn. About: Info to come. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Sunday, October 12, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Yoga Studio West.

White Magic Study Group: Intro to Subtle Energies

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase before taking a seat. Presenter: Kathy Newburn. About: White Magic Study Group: An Introduction to Subtle Energies An Introduction to the Subtle Energy Bodies and Techniques of Spiritual Training for Healing Ourselves and the Planet Join this monthly discussion group on developing techniques for soul alignment. The goal of white magic is to learn to align with soul energies for healing and spiritual growth both for ourselves and for others. You will learn simple yet powerful concentration techniques: to strengthen visualization skills, to purify and sti… Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Monday, October 13, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Cafe. For more info visit www.sevenray.net.

Sadie's Yoga Teacher Training

Workshops Presenter: Sadie Nardini, Director, East West Yoga and Founder Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga. About: An incredible intensive training which will certify you to teach Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga with Founder Sadie Nardini. Great for teachers to add another certification under their belt, students of yoga who are ready to move into teaching, and newer students who want to learn a lifetime of information about their practice. Sadie is a master alignment teacher and she will blow your mind with urban yoga myths in the poses, how to move back into alignment, and how to get crystal clear on each pose, so you can… Price: 1025. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://www.SadieNardini.com. Monday, October 13, 2008, 7:45 PM – 9:30 PM. yoga West. For more info visit sadienardini.com.

Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, October 14, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

NYC Goddess Meet-Up with Laughing Sage Wellness with Jessica Grippo

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase before taking a seat. Presenter: Jessica Grippo, Laughing Sage Wellness, facilitator. About: Jessica Grippo, of Laughing Sage Wellness, hosts a fun, intelligent, group of women to connect, empower sisterhood & activate positive feminine energies. It has 3 main goals: 1. To bring a sense of sisterhood and community to a city that can feel isolating and disconnecting 2. To educate women about their health and well-being 3. To activate conversation about feminine energy and how to use it our advantage Join us if you are looking to connect with like-minded women, learn about your health and… Price: $5. Category: Study Group. Location: Cafe. Wednesday, October 15, 2008, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Cafe.

Hold for Kazuko Book Siging/talk

Presenter: Kazuko. About: Book Signing..info to follow soon. Price: 0. Category: Booksigning. Location: Cafe. Thursday, October 16, 2008, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Cafe.

A Course in Miracles Study Group

Workshops Presenter: Robert (Padman) Bernstein. About: This is a Study Group for A Course in Miracles. Price: $20. Category: Study Group. Location: Yoga. Thursday, October 16, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Treatment Room.

Angel Readings with Heather Vaughn

Presenter: Heather Vaughn. About: Heather is an intuitive healer, spiritual consultant and certified Angel Therapist ® (certified by Doreen Virtue). In these readings, she will bring you divine guidance directly from your Angels, Guides and Ascended Masters that wish to communicate. She will let you know any messages they have that enhance and enlighten your life and further your life purpose. Price: $40. Category: Healthy Living. Location: Cafe. Friday, October 17, 2008, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Cafe.

Unscripted Power Public Speaking - Make a direct, fear free and authentic connection with any audience

Workshops Presenter: Glenn Brooks. About: Unscripted Power is a journey into self discovery through invoking your powerful verbal presentation. You are playfully and powerfully pushed beyond your current abilities to express the core of your message. become creative, compelling and effective in your speaking move your audience to action Amplify your voice effortlessly Speak to the inner conversations and concerns of any audience Overcome shyness, reluctance and fear when speaking Discover your natural presentation style Learn how to establ… Price: $45. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Saturday, October 18, 2008, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. yoga west.

Astrology De-Mystified

Workshops Presenter: Montgomery Taylor. About: Astrology De-Mystified. Price: $35. Category: Astrology. Location: Yoga. Saturday, October 18, 2008, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Yoga Studio West.

Whirling Workshop

Workshops Presenter: Sheikha Khadija Radin. About: Whirling Workshop. Price: $75. Drop-in Cost: $80. Category: Workshop. Location: Yoga. Sunday, October 19, 2008, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Yoga Studio West.

Whirling Dervish Performance and Zikr

East West Special Events Presenter: Sheikha Khadija Radin. About: Experience the blissful peace of the Sacred Turn. A wonderful night of Sufi tales, poetry, whirling and chanting of the Divine Names through the Zikr. Partial audience participation. Price: $15. Drop-in Cost: $20. Category: Special Event. Location: Yoga. Sunday, October 19, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. East West Yoga - West Studio.

Sadie's Yoga Teacher Training

Workshops Presenter: Sadie Nardini, Director, East West Yoga and Founder Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga. About: An incredible intensive training which will certify you to teach Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga with Founder Sadie Nardini. Great for teachers to add another certification under their belt, students of yoga who are ready to move into teaching, and newer students who want to learn a lifetime of information about their practice. Sadie is a master alignment teacher and she will blow your mind with urban yoga myths in the poses, how to move back into alignment, and how to get crystal clear on each pose, so you can… Price: 1025. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Register Now: http://www.SadieNardini.com. Monday, October 20, 2008, 7:45 PM – 9:30 PM. yoga West. For more info visit sadienardini.com.

Access Astrology Open Community

East West Cafe $5 minimum cafe purchase required. Please arrive early to make your purchase and find a seat before start time. Presenter: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz. About: Heather Roan Robbins, Anne Ortelee and Mark Wolz are three New York astrologers working together to make astrology accessible to the public. Every Tuesday East West Books & Cafe hosts Access Astrology for a lively discussion led by one of these astrologers and the occasional guest. Bring your own chart, your passion for astrology and your desire to learn something new while being a part of New York’s growing astrology community. Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 We continue with the Moon through the signs. Pl… Price: $5. Category: Astrology. Location: Cafe. Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 6:30 PM – 7:25 PM. Cafe.

The Elements of Tarot

Workshops Presenter: Chandra Zaleska. About: Coming Soon. Price: $25. Category: Yoga. Location: Yoga. Tuesday, October 21, 2008, 7:45 PM – 9:00 PM. East Studio.