Gemstone Reflexology: Using Crystals to enrich Your Life

 

Description: Like common plant oils, such as peppermint and lavender, some of the more easily available stones and crystals have many useful applications. A versatile layout stone will be demonstrated, as we learn and apply the basics of crystal healing .The more we use these concentrated elementals, the more responsive we will be to their healing and balancing energies. Everyone will receive a handout of the stones discussed in class. A packet of all the stones demonstrated will be available for purchase.

Instructor: Linda Thomas was certified in 1988 as a Crystal Healer. Since then she has traveled throughout the United States offering workshops, private consultations, keynote lectures and certification classes. Linda lives in Powell, Wyoming, where she and her husband Bob run their  business, Eternal Ice Enterprises.

Date(s): November 9, Friday (1Session)

Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm.

Fee: $22.00.   Please register by November 6, Tuesday at 9:00 pm. This class requires a minimum enrollment to be held.

Recommended Reading: The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall ($19.99), and The Book of Stones, by Robert Simmons.($29.95).  10% discount for books purchased with class registration.
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Description: In these interesting and uplifting group readings, spiritual intuitive Elizabeth Almann channels messages from spirit guides and angels and explains concepts of intuition and healing that are of interest to the group.

Instructor: Elizabeth Almann, M.Ed.; Intuitive Guidance, Energy Healing, & Personal Development Classes.
Date(s): November 12, Monday (1 Session)

Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Fee: $22.00.  Please register by November 9, Friday, at 9:00 pm. This class requires a minimum enrollment to be held.

Bring: pen and paper for notes.

 

 

The Art of Writing for Children: A Writing Group

 

 

 

 

Description: Polish your writing abilities by discovering what works and why in children’s literature. One of the most significant ways in which to improve writing ability is to read, read , read. We will explore picture books, middle grade and young adult novels through a lively discussion of what makes a book great, focusing on elements such as character, voice, plot, setting and dialogue. In a group setting we will analyze and critique pre-selected award-winning children’s books. Titles to be read before class are listed below.

Instructor: Carina Camamile is a published poet, a children's writer and avid children's book reader. She has been writing, reading and studying children's literature for over six years. Her studies have included workshops with many Newbery and Caldecott winning children's authors, including Mo Willems, Richard Peck, and Paula Danzinger.

Date(s): November 19, Monday (1 Session)

Time: 6:30- 8:30 pm

Fee: $5.00

Reading for Class: The Book Thief ($11.99, YA novel),  and Mrs. Biddlebox.($15.00, picture book) Receive a 10% on books when purchased with class registration.  

 
Description: Give voice to your soul! Make your own Native American 16" Hoop Drum! Discover your own unique rhythm and sound. In a six hour class you will create your drum using rawhide and a maplewood hoop, with expert instruction by Marta Quest. Making your own drum in partnership with others adds elements to the experience of drumming which may otherwise take a while to develop.  Materials will be provided for drum beaters, as well as instructions on making the drum beater and caring for your new drum.

Instructor: Marta Quest is the founder of  Buffalo Woman’s Vision, a journal and a business. She has been a teacher of drumming and drum making for 16 years. She lives in southeast Montana,  in the open quiet of the prairie.

Date(s): November 24, Saturday (1Session)
                                    
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.

Fee: $175.00. Please register by November 14, Wednesday 9:00pm. This class requires a minimum enrollment to be held.

Bring: An old bath towel, and several old wash cloths. You may want to bring a sack lunch.

Description: This full moon actually occurs Nov 24, Saturday. Which is the day of our Drum Making Workship with Marta Quest from Ekalaka.( See description just above. Register by November 14.) What an opportunity to initiate your new drum!  Or you may bring some other percussion instrument. A hollow tube with a thumping stick is good,  maracas or other rattles work well. In August someone brought a fiddle! It was great! All you need is something to keep a rhythm. Those who have extra drums are encouraged to bring one for a  beginner. What a fun way to build community!.

Instructor:  This is a shared leadership event. Everyone needs to gain strength and confidence, right?  It happens only through practice.  By just doing it we get better and have more fun. So we pass the lead around and learn from each other.

Date(s): November 26, Monday (1 Session)

Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm

Fee: Free Admission

Bring: An extra drum to share for the evening, if you can.

 

 

Description: This is an informal opportunity for writers and those who aspire to be writers to put forward their notes, few pages or full manuscripts for assessment and refinement with the help of others seeking the same. The instructor will also lead us in writing exercises to wake up and expand visions of potential character, plot, and adventure. This class is offered twice a month. You are encouraged to come as often as you can.

Instructor:  Carina Camamile is a published poet, a children's writer and avid children's book reader. She has been writing, reading and studying children's literature for over six years. Her studies have included workshops with many Newbery and Caldecott winning children's authors, including Mo Willems, Richard Peck, and Paula Danzinger.

Date(s): November 27,  Tuesday (1 Session)

Time: 6:30- 8:30 pm

Fee: $5.00

Bring: Paragraphs or pages of manuscripts for review; pencil and paper for exercises.