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21 things to do on 4/19/2008

A-MAZE-ing Puzzles
Randall Museum
199 Museum Way, SF
415.554.9600
www.randallmuseum.org
The Exhibit Hall will be transformed into a giant maze where kids and their families can explore the twists and turns of puzzle solving!

through 5.27 9am
EcoArt Class at Laney College
Laney College,
10th and Fallon Streets, Oakland
510.841.0588
peralta.cc.ca.us
Learn to make art about urgent environmental & community issues, combining creative aesthetics with science.

through 5.26
History of Gardens and Gardening
Merritt College,
12500 Campus Dr, Oakland
merritt.edu
History of Gardening class, covering the historical evolution of gardens from the earliest cultivation of plants by humans to the present day.

Saturdays 10-11:30am
Tai Chi Class: Novato
Anubhuti Meditation & Retreat Center
820 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato
415.884.2314
anubhutiretreatcenter.org
anubhuti at bkwsu.org
Learn and practice tai chi in a meditative environment. Strengthen and enliven the body and spirit. Open to all levels.

Saturdays 10-11:30am
Tai Chi Class: Bel Marin Keys/Novato
Anubhuti Meditation & Retreat Center
820 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato, CA 94949
415.884.2314
www.anubhutiretreatcenter.org
anubhuti at bkwsu.org
Learn and practice tai chi in a meditative environment. Journey inside moving life energy; increase flexibility, relaxation, balance and concentration. Strengthen and enliven the body and spirit. Bring the inner smile out. Fern Jeffcoat, has been practicing and teaching the Yang style long form for 17 years.

3rd weekend am
Permaculture Design Course
Santa Cruz, CA
805.459.0452
earthflow.com
info at earthflow.com
The Permaculture Design Course with Larry Santoyo and more... Creating the Conditions for Sustainability to Happen-Learn, Work, Play-Repeat!

03.24-05.31
Ayurvedic Practitioner Training
85 Bolinas Road #8, Fairfax
530.274.9100 x211
ayurvedacollege.com
The California College Of Ayurveda
is now enrolling for the Bay Area
evening classes starting June 3rd, 2008.
Classes are held one night per week.

T-Sat, call for Appt
Beneath The Surface Visionary Paintings & Works on Paper by Liz Mamorsky Interactive Assemblage Sculpture by Paul Baker
FLOAT, Floatation Center – Art Gallery 1091 Calcot Place, Unit # 116
(located in a store front loft of the historic cotton mill studios) Oakland, CA 94606
510.535.1702
www.thefloatcenter.com
info at thefloatcenter.com
Beneath The Surface
Visionary Paintings & Works on Paper by Liz Mamorsky
Interactive Assemblage Sculpture by Paul Baker

Opening artist party 3/29, Closing anniversary party 5/17, Party hours 6-9pm
Show runs 3/16 – 5/17

Gallery hours Wed-Sat, 1-6 pm
”Second Nature”
2865 Broadway, 2nd Fl., Oakland
510.625.1600
paragon-media.org/nonesuchspace
stephanie at paragon-media.org
NoneSuch Space presents “Second Nature,” an exhibit of paintings by Elizabeth Garsonnin and Doron Fishman exploring the vibrancy and energy of natural and man-made worlds.
Opening reception April 4, 6-10 pm.

04.18-04.20 11am-7pm
Certified Infant Massage Teacher Training
It’s Yoga Kids
569 Ruger Street
San Francisco
818.209.1918
www.LiddleKidz.com
sanfran-training at liddlekidz.com
Certified Infant Massage Teacher Training

Presented by: Liddle Kidz™

::: Register now | SPACE IS LIMITED :::

04.18-04.20
Crystal Heart - A Spring Seminar
At the Pacific Ocean
Santa Cruz
831.475.9560
www.shamanism.com
info at shamanism.com
Learn about the Huichol Indians and Huichol Shamanism from BRANT SECUNDA, internationally acclaimed shaman-healer in the Huichol tradition of Mexico. Join in ceremonial celebration of the spring. Learn timeless shamanic tools that can help you live a more balanced and fulfilled life.
Families welcome. Student & senior discounts.

Wed-Sat, 12-6pm and by appointment pm
Econnovation: Bay Area Green Design
Design Guild SF Gallery
427 Bryant St., SF
425.462.6303
www.econnovation.org
info at knoend.com
Knoend is proud to present a multidisciplinary showcase of innovative sustainable design projects pioneered in the San Francisco Bay Area at the Design Guild SF Gallery. Projects featured range from fashion, architecture, graphic design, to furniture.

Opening Reception, “Get Fried up!” Friday, April 18, 7pm -11pm

04.19 10:30am-4:30pm
Waterfalls of Big Basin Bike Tour
Waddell Creek Beach, Highway 1, between Pescadero and Davenport
415.971.5201
CaliforniaNatureTours.com
See Big Basin’s redwoods, wildflowers and fantastic hidden waterfalls the easy way - by mountain bike from the coast.

04.19 12-5pm
Berkeley Earth Day
Civic Center Park
MLK and Allston, Berkeley
510.654.6346
hesternet.net
karen at hesternet.net
Cultural performers, activities and demonstrations galore to celebrate Earth Day the Berkeley Way!
Volunteers Needed

04.19
EarthFlow’s Permaculture Skills Camp
San Luis Obispo, CA
805.459.0452
earthflow.com
permaculture at earthflow.com
Two-week permaculture design intensive that’s been called “life-changing” and “a source of inspiration” at an organic farm & learning center.

04.19 1-2:30pm
Endangered Mission Blue Butterfly Trip and Milagra Ridge Tour
Meeting spot is at the Milagra Ridge entrance gate off Sharp Park Road, Pacifica.
Directions: http://www.parksconservancy.org/dynamic/subpages/image_1_669.pdf
415.561.3067
ggnrabigyear.org
April marks the start of the season to spy rare mission blue butterflies AND stunning wildflower displays at Milagra Ridge. Join us on a behind-the scenes tour of the rich cultural history and remarkable ecological transformation of this former Nike Missile site. We provide snacks, fun and lore.

04.19 10am-5pm
Rekindling the Art of Healing
Anubhuti Meditation & Retreat Center
820 Bel Marin Keys Blvd, Novato
415.884.2314
www.anubhutiretreatcenter.org
anubhuti at bkwsu.org
A Day Retreat for Medical Professionals: Topics covered include factors that cause stress in medicine, how to decrease stress inherent in our medical role, the role of spirituality in healing, the importance of meditation in healing, bringing back humanity to medicine, utilizing technology as icing on a cake rather than a substitute, feeling fresh and energized again...

04.19 6-8pm
Immune System & Self-Criticism Workshop
Bodyworks Yoga Studio
490 Second Street
Petaluma, CA
707.769.9933
www.bodyworksyoga.com
bodyworksyoga at sbcglobal.net
Learn simple techniques for clearing your Immune System of self-criticism, self-judgment and self-denial. Instructor, Traci Henson is a psychic healer, teacher, Ho’oponopono and Reiki practitioner.

04.19 6-8pm
Immune System & Self-Criticism Workshop
Bodyworks Yoga Studio
490 Second Street
Petaluma, CA
707.769.9933
www.bodyworksyoga.com
bodyworksyoga at sbcglobal.net
Learn simple techniques for clearing your Immune System of self-criticism, self-judgment, self-denial. Instructor, Traci Henson, psychic healer, teacher, Reiki practitioner.

04.19 1-2pm
Making Natural Skincare the Ayurvedic Way
Bodyworks Yoga Studio
490 Second Street, Petaluma
707.769.9933
www.bodyworksyoga.com
bodyworksyoga at sbcglobal.net
Learn Ayurvedic skin wisdom and how to make skincare products for your unique skin type. $20 pre-registration required by 4/18.

04.19 8pm
Journey Into Dance
Rudramandir
830 Bancroft Way (at 6th)
Berkeley
510.486.8700
www.rudramandir.com
info at rudramandir.com
Inner Soul Journey and Expressive Dance with Inspired Music on a Full Moon Night

Please arrive by 8pm for guided journey. Doors re-open at 9:30.

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