Regular Events & Activities for 2020
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Meditation & Mindfulness
Silent Meditation
Fiona Johnston & Annette Jarrett
Do you sometimes long for silence, quiet rest and a
time to be still? Come to our weekly silent meditation.
Wednesday Starts 5/2
5.15pm-6pm
Cost: Gold coins
Women & men
Code 298
Buddhist Meditation
Celia Karpfen
We are a non-denominational group who meet for qigong, dharma talks, sitting and walking meditation and discussion.
Our practice is influenced by mindfulness and commitment to a spiritual journey. Participants are encouraged to see
themselves as their own spiritual authority.
Sunday 12/1, 9/2, 8/3, 14/4,12/5, 9/6, 14/7, 11/8, 8/9, 13/10, 10/11, 8/12
9.00am-11.30am
Cost: F$6 C$4
Women & men
Code 253
Mindfulness Practice
Barb Hancock
Mindfulness/compassion meditation - 2 guided practices of 25 min. each followed by open discussion. Will include connecting to the breath, open awareness of sounds & thoughts & body scan to assist in developing increased clarity, balance & joy in everyday life. No experience necessary..
Tuesdays 4/2, 3/3, 7/4, 5/5, 2/6, 7/7, 4/8, 1/9, 6/10, 3/11, 1/12
9.30 am - 11.00am
Cost: F$10 C$5
Women & men
Code 423
The Enneagram - Who in the world am I?
Penny Cahalan
Like Alice in Wonderland, many of us don't know 'who in the world am I?' Penny can help you, by using the Enneagram, to
become more self-aware, to recognise your issues and overcome
life's hurdles.
Thursday 27/2, 26/3, 30/4, 28/5, NOT in June, 30/7, 27/8, 24/9,
29/10, 26/11
7.30pm-9.30pm
Cost: F$15 C$10
Code: 015
Women & men
Voice & Movement
Sophia Singers
Margaret May
Come and explore the beauty of women’s spirit through song. Build skills, confidence and community in a fun and positive environment. Newcomers welcome!
Click here to know more about Sophia Singers
Starts 11/2
4pm-6pm
Cost: $10 Members $8
Women
Code 337
Sunday Circle Dancing
Lyn Porter
Savour the tranquility & joy of Sacred Circle Dancing as body,
mind & spirit move to uplifting music from around the world.
Easy to learn steps, carefully taught, no partners or dance experience
necessary. All welcome. Bring afternoon tea to share.
NOTE: 3 sessions(in bold)with visiting teacher:
Sunday 2/2, 1/3, 29/3, NOT in April, 3/5, 7/6, 5/7, 2/8, 13/9, 18/10, 1/11, 6/12
3.00pm-5.00pm
Cost: F$15 C$12 MF$13.50 MC$10.80
Women & men
Code 374
Circle Dancing for Health & Wellbeing
Marisa Ala Dea
Meaningful, joyful and uplifting, Circle Dance combines
easy to learn dance steps with music from around the world. Previous dance experience not required & all women welcome from beginners to beyond! Weekly during school terms.
Wednesday Starts 5/2
1.30pm-3.00pm
Cost: : MF$14 MC$11 Non-members $18
Women
Code 263
Siva Pacifica
Tanika Smith
In Polynesia, dancing is a form of prayer, asking for blessings,
mainly the daily health & well being of the people. Want to find
out more about the Hula? Check out the Siva Pacifica lessons!
This course covers dancing of the Pacific including Hula, abd tge French Polynesian Tamoure.
You will learn the similar yet subtle differences between the islands from Hawaii in the north, Tahiti in the east, New Zealande in the south, and other islands in between such as Samoa and Tonga, known as the Polynesian triangle.
You will also learn of the origins of the dance, and their meanings, and also of influences from ancient beliefs, and neighbouring Melanesia.
A course suited not only for those who love dancing, but also for those who are intrigued by ethnic/folk dancing of other cultures.
Thursdays fortnightly
13/2, 27/2, 12/3, 26/3, 9/4,23/4, NOT in May, 11/6, 25/6, 9/7, 23/7, 13/8, 27/8, 10/9, 24/9, 8/10,22/10, 12/11, 26/11, 10/12
11.00am-12.00pm
Cost: $10, conc $8
Women
Code 503
Connect Play Create
Trish Fairley
Fun, creative and playful, using the improvisational tools of InterPlay, we move our bodies, tell stories, use our voices and create stillness, It's a great way to connect with others, live more lightly and experience grace.
Tues 18/2, 17/3, 21/4, 19/5, 16/6, 21/7, 18/8, 15/9, 20/10, 17/11
1.45pm-3.45pm
Cost: F$12 C$10 MF$10.80 MC$9
Women
Code 221
Reading & Writing
Women Writing
Jenny Wightman
Do you like to write? You don’t have to be a published
author or a formidable wordsmith to join this group of women who meet to explore their experience of life through writing. Anyone with an interest in writing is most welcome!
3rd Tuesdays:
18/2, 17/3, 21/4, 19/5, 16/6, 21/7, 18/8, 15/09, 20/10, 17/11
10.03am-12.30pm
Cost: F$5 C$3
Women
Code 002
Womens's Poetry Circle
Judith Haines
This is a supportive group of women poets who meet to share their poetry, develop writing skills, experiment with style and enjoy a creative group process.The format includes writing workshops and guest readers. If you are interested in exploring poetry & poetry writing, please join us. No prior knowledge of poetry or writing experience is necessary.
Saturday 8/2, 11/4, 13/6, 8/8, 10/10, 12/12
2.00pm-4.00pm
Cost: F$5, F$3
Women
Code 007
Community Groups
English Classes for Refugee Women
These classes provide English tuition and practical life skills
for refugee women and others not able to access alternative
classes. Supportive environment with child-minding provided.
Weekly during school terms.
Wednesday Starts 5/2
10.00am-12.30pm | No cost
Women
code 187
Grow Your Food & Save the Earth
Nel Morrison
An enthusiastic group who share the joys and frustrations of growing food in changing climatic conditions. These sessions focus on sharing information and experience, alternated with visits to gardens. Newcomers most welcome! First session at Sophia. Bold indicates garden visits.
Tuesday 25/2, 24/3, 28/4, 26/5, 23/6, 28/7, 25/8, 22/9, 27/10, 24/11
1.45-3.45 pm
Cost: F$5 C$3
Women & Men
Nurturing Friendships, Sharing Stories
Maureen O'Connell, Elaine MacFarlane & Sophia Vogt
These gatherings are focused on those with a disability or
disadvantage. Come, connect, make new friends and share stories over a light lunch. Carers and friends welcome too!
Tuesday 24/3, 26/5, 28/7, 22/9, 24/11
1.00pm-3.45pm
No Cost
Women & Men
Code 383
Storytelling & Conviviality
Nadeya Maystrenko & Michele Langman
"To speak is to sow, to listen is to reap." Turkish proverb.
Through Storytelling we rediscover the ancient art of speaking
to each other - & listening. Stories connect us & add meaning
to our lives giving us a stronger sense of self & greater intimacy
with each other. They also enrich our creativity; our courage;
our confidence and make our lives more memorable - .& fun!
Fridays (fourth) 28/2, 27/3, 24/4, 22/5, 26/6, 24/7, 28/8, 25/9,
23/10, 27/11
7.00pm-9.00pm
Cost: F$10
Women & men
Code 505
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Grief's Journey
Marian
A monthly support group for younger adults who have
lost their spouse/partner. The group aims to provide support
following the untimely death of a partner in a nurturing
environment of shared experiences, empathy & understanding.
Wednesday 5/2, 4/3, 1/4, 6/5, 3/6, 1/7, 5/8, 2/9 7/10, 4/11, 2/12
7.00pm-9.00pm
Cost: F$5 C$3
Women & men
Code 320
Grandmother Gathering
Lindsay Childs
Anyone who is a grandmother is invited to come & share
experiences.; the delights & the challenges, for example, digital
technology, connecting to the natural world, values & beliefs.
Also, how do we cope and look after ourselves? Morning Tea Provided
Tuesday 25/2, 24/3, 28/4, 26/5, 23/6, 28/7, 25/8, 22/9, 27/10, 24/11
10.00 am - 12.00am
Cost: F$5
Women
Code 502
Gaia Grief Support & Action Circle
Marisa Ala Dea
We gather in acknowledging the truth of our deepening global
climate crisis. We create a confidential, respectful space where
we can voice our concerns in the presence of compassionate
witnesses. We collaborate to share strategies, resources & actions
that serve to keep hope, joy & gratitude alive in this most
challenging of times.
Thursday 13/2, 27/2, 12/3, 26/3, 9/4, 23/4, 14/5, 28/5, 11/6,
25/6, 9/7, 23/7, 13/8, 27/8, 10/9, 24/9, 8/10, 22/10, 12/11, 26/11,
10/12
2.00pm-4.30pm
Cost: F$5, C$3
Women
Code 504
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