Description: After a brief historical overview of the types and uses for henna, we’ll settle down with basic tattoo stencil designing, application, and aftercare. Henna tattoos typically last 7-14 days and may be applied to any area of skin normally exposed to the elements. Everyone will have hands-on experience and be able to proceed confidently.

Instructor: Anna Nentwig, B.A. Art, with eight years professional experience in henna design and application.

Date(s): August 8, Wednesday (1 Session)

Time: 6:30-8:30 pm

Fee: $35.00, includes complete Henna Kit, value $16.95.

Bring: Designs or drawings for application if you wish. Many patterns will be available.

 

 

Natural Weight Loss, A Workshop (08/14/07)

 

Description:  Have you been trying to loose weight for a long time? Tired of diets that create only a temporary weight loss? Would you like to be your ideal size, weight and shape over the long term of your life?

This workshop teaches positive thinking and self hypnosis to allow you to remove those obstacles and barriers to good health. Natural Weight Loss© combines the power of the conscious and subconscious mind to create increased metabolism, correct eating habits and untie emotional attachment to food. You can enjoy food, get to and maintain your ideal weight and feel renewed confidence without fighting it everyday.

Instructor: Dan Geiger

Date(s): August 14, Tuesday, (1 Session)

Time: 7:00-8:30 pm

Fee: $25.00

Supplies: notebook and comfortable clothing.   

Description: Today’s women are more financially independent than at any other time in history. Statistics show that women often out perform men when they decide to become investors. However, these same statistics show that women often lag behind men in their understanding of investments and participation in the investme

 

nt world. This seminar will help give you the knowledge and confidence to begin your journey toward taking control of your financial future.
Instructors: Julia Murphy, Financial Consultant with RBC Dain Rauscher, and Theresa Danielle, Certified Financial Planner, Associate AP-Financial Consultant, with RBC Dain Rauscher.

Date(s): August 15, Wednesday (1 Session)

Time: 12 Noon to 1:00pm

Fee: Free Admission. RSVP by noon, Tuesday, August 14, for lunch, courtesy of Julia and Theresa. You may bring your own lunch if you prefer.

 

 

Let Go of Tobacco, A Workshop (08/15/07)

 

Description: Tired of smoking and chewing? Tried to quit a dozen times? Have you quit and then started again? Would you like to return to ideal health again? Stopping using cigarettes and chew tobacco is a process. This workshop teaches positive thinking and self hypnosis to allow you to remove those obstacles and barriers and move away from tobacco permanently. Unlike cold turkey methods that are usually temporary, Let Go of Tobacco ©  will allow  you to live tobacco free without fighting it by combining the power of the conscious and subconscious.

Instructor: Dan Geiger

Date(s): August 15, Wednesday (1 Session)

Time: 7:00-8:30 pm

Fee: $25.00

Supplies: Notebook, comfortable clothing

 

 

 

Description: As a children's writer--or adult writer--it can be a solitary journey, and at times difficult to be objective about one's own work. Creating, or being a part of, a writer's group can provide the opportunity for constructive feedback and encouragement when the going gets tough. These sessions will discuss writing group guidelines and the best way to communicate feedback, receive feedback and provide encouragement. As part of the group, you can also bring up to 5-6 manuscript pages or, your entire picture book manuscript for critique.

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 seven years. Her studies have included workshops with Newbery and Caldecott winning  children's authors including Mo Willems, Richard Peck, Paula Danzinger, and many others.

Dates: August 20, Monday (1 Session)

Time: 6:30-8:30 pm

Fee: $5.00

Bring: Up to six manuscript pages, or your entire picture book manuscript for critique.

 
Description: Each month Barjon’s hosts a lively discussion of a book that has received a lot of attention from our staff and customers. Sharing thoughts and insights with other readers is always stimulating.  You need not have read the book to attend, but obviously it helps. There is a 10% discount during the month for the book and its audio version. The title for August is yet to be announced.

Instructor: Moderated by Ruhiyyih, staff member.

Date(s): August 24, Friday  (1Session)

Time: 7:00-8:00 pm

Fee: Free Admission

Description: Polish Your Writing Abilities in the Discovery of 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 story great, focusing on elements such as character, voice, plot, setting, and dialog. In a group setting, we will analyze and critique pre-selected award-winning children's books. Please be sure to call Barjon’s by August 1 for the reading list, and come prepared to learn from masters in the art of writing for children.

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 seven years. Her studies have included workshops with Newbery and Caldecott winning  children's authors including Mo Willems, Richard Peck, Paula Danzinger, and many others.

Date(s): August 27, Monday (1 Session)

Time: 6:30 -8:30 pm

Fee: $5.00

Bring: Reading list books will be available for purchase at Barjon’s. Call 252-4398.

  

 

 

Description: Gather with others who enjoy rhythm, movement and sound. In this on-going Drumming Circle event, it’s always different and always fun. Bring a drum, rattle, or even other instruments that add to the rhythm. In short, anything to keep a beat. All ages welcome.


Instructor: Everyone! Pass it around, and keep it going!

Date: August 28, Tuesday (1 Session)

Time: 7:00-8:30 pm

Fee: Free Admission