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SUMMARY:Reading: Prize-winning Short Story by Laurel Ferejohn (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Join Laurel for the first full reading of her short story “That Other Story\,” winner of the Thomas Wolfe Fiction Prize\, in which Tomby\, a young Marine\, risks entering an off-limits dive that turns out to be far more risky than he’d imagined. \nThe story became a chapter in her novel-in-progress\, “Art of the Sextant” (working title)\, a tale of seeking belonging and home. \nLeader: Laurel is a writer and independent editor with publications of fiction\, memoir\, essays\, and poetry. “That Other Story” is published in the Thomas Wolfe Review (vol. 36) and served as the writing sample for her Ella Fountain Pratt Emerging Artist Award from the Durham Arts Council.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/reading-prize-winning-short-story-by-laurel-ferejohn-via-zoom/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200521T153000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the ENNEAGRAM with Sandra Smith
DESCRIPTION:Via Zoom. \nThe Enneagram (“ennea” is Greek for nine) is a clear map revealing nine distinct ego structures the connections between them\, and the direction for individual growth and transformation. The uniqueness of this system lies in its ability to clearly identify motivations beneath behaviors. It brings to consciousness “why we do what we do” and brings awareness to where our minds focus when we live life on automatic. As we deepen our self-awareness\, we become less reactive\, more curious and compassionate. Understanding the nine different filters and motivations allows us to be more patient with differing points of view\, cultivate more curiosity and lessen our judging.  \nThis workshop will help us better understand the following: each type’s first placement of attention and the associated blind spots; the world view and ego ideal of each of the nine types; inherent strengths of the types that include drawing from the resource points; and the three centers of intelligence. \nCost: $60 \nLeader: Sandra Smith\, MDiv\, is a certified Enneagram teacher in the Narrative Tradition who consults and teaches throughout North America. Learn more about her work HERE. \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link in the automated ticket confirmation.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/introduction-to-the-enneagram-with-sandra-smith/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T160000
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SUMMARY:Coming Home to Yourself\, Again: Life Beyond Fight or Flight
DESCRIPTION:Via Zoom. \nDo you want to feel more connected? More energetic? More “in the flow?” Are you calm and peaceful even when those around you are not? The somatic experiencing process helps clients build resiliency\, not by telling the story\, which often retraumatizes\, but by touching into the trauma without going into overwhelm.  In this 2-hour workshop you will learn tools and information about your nervous system to grow your capacity by touching into your sensations\, feelings\, thoughts\, and perceptions without becoming activated. As with most things\, the way out is the way through. This workshop is about how to take the way through. \nA participant who took Jane’s workshop in April found it very helpful. She noted: “I learned some helpful things I didn’t know about how our central nervous systems get activated. I was able to immediately use the techniques Jane taught us and put them to work helping me calm myself when I get anxious\, which is happening alot in these anxious times.” \nLeader: New to Durham\, Jane Austin is a coach\, spiritual director\, and somatic experiencing practitioner (SEP). Jane has been working as an SEP since 2011 in many different settings.  \nCost: $25 \nContact: RCWMS\, 919-683-1236\, info@rcwms.org\, or Jane Austin\, jaustinsd@msn.com. \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link in the automated ticket confirmation.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/coming-home-to-yourself-again-life-beyond-fight-or-flight/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T143000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20200429T184810Z
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SUMMARY:Embracing Uncertainty with Jen Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Embracing Uncertainty: Mindfulness for Developing a Resilient Inner Core (Via Zoom) \nThis workshop offers a deeper exploration of several practices and concepts explored in the Mindfulness for Resilience workshop in April. We are all facing a lot of uncertainty about the coming months as we move toward an unknown new normal. This workshop teaches practical skills for cultivating a resilient and unshakable inner core to sustain you through uncertain times. You’ll learn mindfulness practices to help you to develop self-trust and the capacity to be present with whatever arises. \nLeader: Jen Johnson is a mindfulness teacher\, coach and therapist. She has been working in the field of trauma throughout her career and is trained to teach resiliency skills following natural disasters. Learn more about Jen HERE. \nCost: $25 (scholarships and sliding scale available) \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link in the automated ticket confirmation.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/embracing-uncertainty-with-jen-johnson/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200514T113000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20200430T120152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T132526Z
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SUMMARY:The Women's Room: Reflection and Support with Lisa Baron - Canceled
DESCRIPTION:The Women’s Room: A Time for Reflection and Support During Challenging Times \nVia Zoom  \nImagine a virtual space where you can share your feelings and thoughts\, in confidence\, with other women. It is possible\, even virtually\, to feel more connected.  You will be welcomed\, respected\, and heard. This is a time to reach out\, even if it’s out of your comfort zone to do so. Join us in the Women’s Room\, facilitated by Dr. Lisa Baron\, who has over 25 years of experience working with women and facilitating workshops\, groups and classes. In addition to discussion\, Lisa will provide exercises for journaling and reflection within the context of the group setting. Our group will be a place to explore our feelings and thoughts. We will also think about how we can discover personal meaning through this reflective time of being at home. Enter the Women’s Room…we will welcome you.   \nCost: $75 \nLeader: Dr. Lisa Baron is a social worker\, writer\, and workshop leader \nDates: May 14\, 21\, 28\, 2020\, Thursdays\, 10:00-11:30 am \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link in the automated ticket confirmation. \n 
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/the-womens-room-reflection-and-support-with-lisa-baron-2/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
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SUMMARY:Parents in Pandemic: A Writing Group - 4 Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Via Zoom. \nAny parents out there struggling with all the juggling? Let’s carve out some time to reflect and recharge. Through a series of writing prompts\, we’ll have space to be creative\, vent\, and let out whatever needs to be expressed. We’ll witness and validate our whole selves and each other. This workshop is geared toward those with young children at home. You don’t need to consider yourself a writer to attend. \nTime: 4 Wednesdays\, May 13\, 20\, 27\, June 3\, 2020\, 8:00-9:00pm \nCost: Sliding scale\, $35-$60 \nLeader: Rebecca Welper\, MFA\, has a four-year-old\, and she needs this class as much as you do. \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link in the automated ticket confirmation
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/parents-in-pandemic-a-writing-group-via-zoom-4-sessions/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T150000
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SUMMARY:Angels and Animals with Bryant Holsenbeck - Back by Popular Demand! 3 Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:This is a three-session workshop about making art out of the STUFF of our everyday lives. Nothing bought\, nothing ordered-only what you can find! Holsenbeck is excited about this new teaching adventure. She says: “I want to teach this class because I am curious about what we will find and then what we will be inspired to make. The techniques I have to teach are simple. Twisting\, tying\, wrapping\, and more!”  \nA participant in the first series had this to say: “Bryant’s generous sharing of her creative process was fun and very accessible. Creativity looks different for each of us and this workshop make ample room for that.  I loved the creative re-use of bits and scraps that I had around my house to make quirky critters.” \nWhat to bring: found objects\, cloth scraps\, something to wrap with. \n\nLeader: Bryant Holsenbeck is an internationally known environmental artist who lives in Durham\, NC\, and makes art out of stuff that other people throw away.\n\nCost: $60 – this covers all 3 sessions\n\nDates: May 13\, 20\, 27\, 2020\, 1:00-3:00 pm EDT\n\nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link in the automated ticket confirmation.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/angels-and-animals-with-bryant-holsenbeck-back-by-popular-demand/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T141500
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
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SUMMARY:World Religions with Wakoh - 8 Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Via Zoom. \nDo all major world religions have the same goals? No!! The differences are critical to understand so we can foster interfaith cooperation and meet common goals. We will read and discuss Stephen Prothero’s book God Is Not One: The Eight Rival Religions that Run the World and learn more about each tradition. This 8-session class over 16 weeks offers all the fun of a college comparative religions course\, designed to improve basic religious literacy\, with none of the high tuition or stress of tests or grading. We’ll meet twice a month on Zoom to discuss the readings (40-80 pp every 1-2 weeks)\, review free films and other resources in between\, and get to know worldviews other than your own.  \nLeader: Rev. Dr. Wakoh Shannon Hickey\, MA\, MDiv\, PhD\, is an experienced professor\, author\, and promoter of interfaith engagement. A priest of Soto Zen Buddhism\, she works currently for Hospice by the Bay in Northern California. Learn more about Wakoh here. \nThis live virtual event will take place on alternate Wednesdays\, from 1:00 to 2:15 pm EST (10:00 to 11:15 a.m PST). The dates are May 13\, May 27\, June 10\, June 24\, July 8\, July 22\, August 5\, and August 19. \nPurchase tickets below. Registrants will receive a Zoom link with the ticket confirmation for the event.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/world-religions-with-wakoh-via-zoom/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200512T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200427T153019Z
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SUMMARY:Art of Conscious Aging: A Group for Women (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Roles We Play \nLeader: Nancy Carpaccio \nParticipants will receive a zoom link prior to the event.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/art-of-conscious-aging-a-group-for-women-2020-05-12/
LOCATION:via Zoom\, Durham\, NC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200510T140000
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SUMMARY:Taking Action for the Good of All\, with Karen Ziegler - 3 Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Via Zoom. \nActivist Karen Ziegler recognizes that right now there is tremendous heroism\, from healthcare workers and first responders and so many others who are making life possible right now.  Those of us not on the front lines may be doing difficult inner work\, facing ourselves in new ways\, developing fresh compassion for ourselves and others\, and finding renewed energy for activism and for serving our neighbors. \nJoin her via zoom on Sunday afternoons\, May 10\, 17\, 24\, 2020\, from 12:00-2:00 pm\, to explore how we can continue to advocate for ourselves and others during these times. \nSession I: ACTIVISM AND SPIRITUAL PRACTICE\nThrough contemplation\, discussion\, and practice we will explore what activism is and how it relates to our spiritual traditions and practices.  All welcome regardless of faith\, lack of faith\, and experience or inexperience in taking action for political or social change. \n\n\n\n\n\nSession II: EVERYDAY ACTIVISM\nWe will explore what is happening on a local\, state\, and national level\, what change we want\, and how we might by simple actions help to tilt the balance toward justice. \n\n\nSession III: THE VIRUS AND THE ELECTION\nWe will explore how the COVID-19 virus and other current events might affect the 2020 election\, share the most effective and satisfying ways to get involved\, and take a deep dive into self care. \n\n\nLeader: Rev. Dr. Karen Ziegler is the lead organizer for Tuesdays with Tillis Indivisible. She served as the Senior Pastor of Metropolitan Community Church of New York\, a queer church\, in the early days of the AIDS epidemic\, and was formerly on the Board of Trustees of RCWMS. She is active in the Poor Peoples Campaign and is on a quest to connect her lifelong Christian\, Tantric\, and Buddhist study and practice to social and political action. \nCost: $30 (sliding scale) \nPurchase tickets below. We are offering three different  ticket prices to reflect the sliding scale. Select the ticket price that is right for you. \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link in the automated ticket confirmation.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/taking-action-for-the-good-of-all-with-karen-ziegler-via-zoom-3-sundays/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200504T123000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
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SUMMARY:Keep on Keeping Track: Writing with Carol Henderson - 4 Mondays
DESCRIPTION:Via Zoom. \nIn this second series of live online writing workshops taking place May 4\, 11\, 18\, and 25 (11:00 am-12:30 pm) Carol will create a safe space and time to explore our fast-changing world\, and the rush of feelings that are constantly rising within us. Through carefully selected prompts and exercises\, she will invite us to reflect\, pay attention\, consider patterns in life that are being disrupted\, find hidden gifts\, and help us get in touch with what is essential. She will work with several aspects of craft and will encourage us to keep a daily written account\, even if only a list\, a moment\, a paragraph. Each session she will provide fresh material. Feel free to sign up again. New participants welcome. \nLeader: Carol Henderson is a writer and workshop leader. \nCost: $75 (sliding scale) \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the event.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/keep-on-keeping-track-writing-with-carol-henderson-via-zoom-4-sessions/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200430T213000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: TARA\, by Rachael Wooten (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Tara: The Liberating Power of the Female Buddha\, by Rachael Wooten\nA virtual live event \nMore than a decade in the making\, Jungian analyst and writer Dr. Rachael Wooten’s book Tara: The Liberating Power of the Female Buddha\, 22 Meditations to Heal Ourselves and Repair Our World\, will be published in April 2020. “Tara connects you to the archetypal Divine Feminine” writes Wooten\, “an energetic force that exists within us and all around us.” While there are many scholarly books on Tara\, this practical\, psychological guide shows how those of any tradition can directly access her\, through clear instruction and authentic Tibetan Buddhist teachings. Join us for this celebration of the publication of Tara. \nLearn more about Rachael and purchase the book at her website: HERE. \nWhile on Rachael’s website\, sign up for her newsletter and receive a link for a free pdf and audio file of the practice of White Protecting Tara with the Three Jeweled Mudra (the gesture of refuge.) This material\, which explains the heart-filled practice of taking refuge in Tara\, can be especially helpful at this time. \nRegister: HERE \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/book-launch-tara-by-rachael-wooten-via-zoom/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
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SUMMARY:Flash of Silver: A Writing Workshop with Laurel Ferejohn (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Flash: it’s crystalline and compelling. Many literary journals look for it\, many writers want to know what it is and how to write it. In this three-hour online workshop for beginning to seasoned writers of memoir or fiction\, you’ll learn about the form that stands proud in its brevity and that can boost all your other writing. Enjoy creating to prompts\, with readings and discussion. And enjoy a virtual gathering in celebration of our diverse experience of creativity and resilience. Ahead of class\, the instructor will email examples of flash memoir (including one in-the-making!) and a list of twenty or more flash-friendly journals to read and to submit to. \nThe leader\, Laurel Ferejohn\, is a writer and independent editor with publications of flash fiction\, flash memoir\, a Thomas Wolfe Fiction Prize-winning short story\, essays\, and poetry. She’s a believer in the power of writers coming together. \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link at least 24 hours prior to the event.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/flash-of-silver-a-writing-workshop-with-laurel-ferejohn-via-zoom/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20200125T012022Z
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SUMMARY:Coming Home to Yourself: Life Beyond Fight or Flight (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:This event will take place via Zoom. \nDo you want to feel more connected? More energetic? More “in the flow?” Are you calm and peaceful even when those around you are not?  In this 2-hour workshop you will learn tools and information about your nervous system to grow your capacity by touching into your sensations\, feelings\, thoughts\, and perceptions without becoming activated. \nZoom link will be sent prior to the event. \nLeader: New to Durham\, Jane Austin is a coach\, spiritual director\, and somatic experiencing practitioner (SEP). \nCost: Dana (payment based on what you choose to give)
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/coming-home-to-yourself-life-beyond-fight-or-flight/
LOCATION:via Zoom\, Durham\, NC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20200331T220248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200419T004015Z
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SUMMARY:READING from PlayOn! by author Judy Dearlove (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Dearlove’s Triangle-area readings have been a huge hit! Join her for this virtual live reading for more fun as she brings to life PlayOn!’s hero Maxine\, who gathers an eclectic band of bridge buddies from her retirement community and a few eccentric young people for an adventure that becomes part cat-and-mouse caper and part soul-searching quest. \nPlayOn! is a finalist for the INDIES Book of the Year Award. \nOrder a copy of the book HERE. \nPlease REGISTER by selecting a free ticket below. Zoom link will be shared with those who register.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/reading-from-playon-by-author-judy-dearlove-via-zoom/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20200331T210144Z
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SUMMARY:The Enneagram Types: Strengths & Challenges in Uncertain Times (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:In these unusual times\, we are out of our routines and rhythms that create our unique (and perhaps unconscious) comfort zones. How is your Enneagram type offering you resources for these different times? Together\, we’ll explore the nine Enneagram types’ comfort zones\, dive into better understanding of our type’s resource points\, and consider a next step for practicing a new rhythm that allows us to live more fully. This course is for those with a working knowledge of their Enneagram type. Handouts and the Zoom link will be emailed out before the online zoom course begins. \nThe leader\, Sandra Smith\, is a certified Enneagram teacher in the Narrative Tradition and consults and teaches throughout North America. Learn more about Sandra here. \nCost: $45 \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link at least 24 hours prior to the event.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/the-enneagram-types-strengths-challenges-in-uncertain-times-via-zoom/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
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SUMMARY:Angels and Animals: Creatures of All Kinds with Bryant Holsenbeck - 3 part series
DESCRIPTION:A virtual live event via Zoom. Three session workshop \nFor three Wednesdays in April (April 15\, 22\, & 29)\, we will come together to make art out of the STUFF of our everyday lives. Nothing bought\, nothing ordered—only what you can find! It is a time to pull out your old socks\, your ripped and stained T-shirts\, the long unworn clutter at the back of your bureau drawers. Help your partner out by using old ties and shoelaces\, suspenders and more. It is time to make space in our lives. Let’s use our hearts\, and our hands and clean out our drawers at the same time. \nWhat you will need to “find” in your home for this exciting challenge of a workshop: \n1–Some cloth: actual scraps\, stuff from your ragbag\, old clothes that are ripped or stained. ALL SINGLE SOCKS!\, old dishrags and napkins\, old t-shirts you never wear. Ugly scarves (I know you have some) \n2–Something to wrap with: balls of yarn and string\, spools of thread\, ribbons\, shoelaces\, all sorts or wire..Anything that you could wrap or bind with. Be creative—rubber bands\, twist ties\, zip ties—who knows what you might find! \nDon’t have anything like that? Really? Are you sure? Anyway—no worries—NO WORRIES—we can cut old t-shirts into long strips. I will show you how. \n3–Found objects; broken stuff\, found stuff anything. We live in Durham\, Home of the Scrap Exchange—we know what found objects are! \nHolsenbeck is excited about this new teaching adventure. She says: “I want to teach this class because I am curious about what we will find and then what we will be inspired to make. The techniques I have to teach are simple. Twisting\, tying\, wrapping\, and more! I hope you will join me in this adventure. I start smiling just thinking about it. What will happen? Who knows? Let’s find out!!!” \nLeader: Bryant Holsenbeck is an internationally known environmental artist who lives in Durham\, NC\, and makes art out of stuff that other people throw away. \nCost: $25 – this covers all 3 sessions \nRegistrants will receive a zoom link prior to the event \n 
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/angels-and-animals-creatures-of-all-kinds-with-bryant-holsenbeck/
LOCATION:NC
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SUMMARY:Your Life is More Interesting than You Think: A Memoir Workshop with Allison Kirkland (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:In this 5-week online class from April 14 to May 12\, using prompts\, both fiction and nonfiction\, we will explore what it means to share our story and how the smallest details can make the most compelling essays and memoirs if told well. We will also explore how the personal can become universal. \nThe leader\, Allison Kirkland\, earned her MFA in creative nonfiction from The New School in New York City. She offers writing coaching services and teaches workshops all over the Triangle. You can learn more about Allison here. \nClasses will take place on April 14\, 21\, 28\, May 5\, and 12. Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the workshop.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/your-life-is-more-interesting-than-you-think-a-memoir-workshop-with-allison-kirkland-via-zoom/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T161500
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
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SUMMARY:Lovingkindness Meditation with Barbara Anderson - 4-part series
DESCRIPTION:Sharon Salzberg\, founder of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre\, MA\,  says that lovingkindness meditation allows us “to connect\, to open\, to love no matter what is happening.” Barbara Anderson has studied and practiced meditation for more than 30 years\, including a number of retreats with Salzberg.  Beginning in mid-April\, for four Tuesdays Anderson will lead a four-part exploration of the lovingkindness meditation approach. Each session which will include 3 short meditation periods in each session. Come warm and open your heart. Class size will be limited.\n\nLeader: Retired historian and former RCWMS Board Member Barbara Anderson has  found much healing from the teachings of Sharon Salzberg. She has taught lovingkindness meditation to small groups for more than a decade.\n\n\nCost: Dana (payment based on what you choose to give)\n\n\nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the event.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/lovingkindness-meditation-with-barbara-anderson/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20181113T165148Z
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SUMMARY:Art of Conscious Aging: A Group for Women (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Topic: To Be Announced\n\nLeaders: Doris Sigl\, Didi Pearce\, and Linda Barnett\n\nContact: RCWMS\, info@rcwms.org
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/art-of-conscious-aging-a-group-for-women-2020-04-14/
LOCATION:via Zoom\, Durham\, NC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200409T143000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20200401T011008Z
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SUMMARY:Mindfulness for Emotional Resilience During COVID-19 (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar offers mindfulness and neuroscience-based strategies to support you in sustaining emotional resilience during difficult times. We will explore the science behind how the human mind and body respond during a crisis. You will learn practices to help you spend more time in your resilient zone\, stay grounded in the present moment\, and cultivate a more calm body\, open heart\, and steady mind to get you through this time of uncertainty. \nLeader: Jen Johnson\, is a mindfulness teacher\, coach and therapist teaching mindfulness for mind body healing and resilience. She is a member of the New Hanover County Resiliency Task Force and has been working in the field of trauma throughout her career and is trained to teach resiliency skills following natural disasters. Learn more about Jen HERE. \nCost: Suggested donation $15 – $25. (Pay what you are able to pay.) \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the event.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/mindfulness-for-emotional-resilience-during-covid-19-via-zoom/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200406T123000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20200331T233238Z
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SUMMARY:Keeping Track: Writing Toward Balance in Challenging Times (via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:In this series of four live online writing workshops taking place on April 6\, 13\, 20\, and 27\, Carol Henderson will create a safe space in which to explore our fast-changing world and the rush of feelings that are constantly rising within us. Through carefully selected prompts and exercises\, she will invite us to consider patterns in life that are being disrupted\, find hidden gifts\, and help us get in touch with what is essential. She will work with several aspects of craft and will encourage us to keep a daily written account\, even if only a list\, a moment\, a paragraph. \nLeader: Carol Henderson is a writer and workshop leader. \nCost: $75 (sliding scale) \nRegistrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the event.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/keeping-track-writing-toward-balance-in-challenging-times-via-zoom/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20200124T020325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T134728Z
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SUMMARY:I Got Next! Self-Care Vision Boarding Party
DESCRIPTION:This event has been CANCELED. \n\nHeading into 2020 with a clear vision and plan for self-care can make a healthier you your new normal. Join us as we discuss what accessible self-care can look like and we plan for a healthier normal in 2020! Bring your friends and discuss/design a squad care normal for you and your village.\n\n\n\nLeader: Kimberly Gaubault (McCrae) is an intentional lover of humanity and actively lives the self-care life about which she teaches and advocates. Her personal philosophy of interpersonal interaction is\, “If I’ve not positively influenced someone everywhere I’ve gone\, I’ve not walked in my purpose.”\n\nLocation: RCWMS Office\, 1202 Watts St\, Durham\, NC 27701\nCost: $15\nQuestions: RCWMS\, 919-683-1236\, info@rcwms.org
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/i-got-next-self-care-vision-boarding-party/
LOCATION:RCWMS Office\, 1202 Watts St\, Durham\, NC\, 27701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20200125T012717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T130224Z
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SUMMARY:Enneagram 101: Knowing Your Number
DESCRIPTION:This event has been CANCELED. \nFr. Richard Rohr calls the Enneagram a “powerful tool for self-discovery and spiritual transformation\,” one that doesn’t put people into a box\, but “works to free people from their self-created boxes.” This workshop provides a primer to introduce this ancient tool for understanding individual differences\, spiritual growth\, and for promoting compassion. The workshop includes and evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the types\, as well as the interpersonal challenges of each number. \nLeader: Georjean Blanton offers spiritual direction and Enneagram coaching in Dallas and Austin. \nCost: $60 (if $60 is a burden you may pay less). Please bring a bag lunch.\nContact: RCWMS\, 919-683-1236\, info@rcwms.org
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/enneagram-101-knowing-your-number/
LOCATION:via Zoom\, Durham\, NC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200314T153000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
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LAST-MODIFIED:20200313T130132Z
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SUMMARY:A Writing Workshop with Carol Henderson
DESCRIPTION:This event has been CANCELED.\n\nUsing evocative prompts and aspects of craft\, we will write about ourselves and our times. We will probe memory\, metaphor\, and points of view outside our own. Come prepared to write a lot and to leave with deeper insight and fresh perspective on your life as well as plenty of material for further inquiry and writing. Bring a bag lunch. Coffee\, tea\, and snacks provided. For women only.\nLeader: Carol Henderson is a writer\, editor\, workshop leader\, the author of Losing Malcolm\, and Farther Along: The Writing Journey of Thirteen Bereaved Mothers\, and the editor of Wide Open Spaces: Call Stories. \nMore: www.carolhenderson.com\nTime: Friday 7-9 pm\, Saturday 9:30 am-3:30 pm\nLocation: A comfortable home off Old Erwin Rd in Durham. The house has a cat. Participants will be sent address and directions.\nCost: $125\nContact: RCWMS\, 919-683-1236\, events@rcwms.org.\n\nNOTE: IF the workshop is SOLD OUT\, contact events@rcwms.org to ask to be added to the WAIT LIST.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/a-writing-workshop-with-carol-henderson/
LOCATION:Comfortable home with cat\, located off Old Erwin Rd in Durham\, NC\, Durham\, NC\, 27705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200310T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20181113T165148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T133512Z
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SUMMARY:Art of Conscious Aging: A Group for Women
DESCRIPTION:During the pandemic Art of Conscious Aging is meeting via Zoom. \nContact info@rcwms.org to join the group.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/art-of-conscious-aging-a-group-for-women/2020-03-10/
LOCATION:via Zoom\, Durham\, NC\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200303T200000
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SUMMARY:Labyrinth Walk at Duke Chapel
DESCRIPTION:The labyrinth\, a 40-foot circle containing a winding path\, is an ancient spiritual practice of meditation and self-centering found in religious traditions from around the world. This labyrinth is a copy of the labyrinth in the floor of Chartres Cathedral in France from around 1220. \n\n\n“Walking the labyrinth is a wonderful way to set aside some time for quiet retreat\, unwind and listen for our deepest wisdom\,” said the Rev. Jeanette Stokes of the center. “While physically engaged in following the curving path\, the mind can be free to rest or focus on a particular thought or issue\, and the heart can be free to listen for the leading of God. The labyrinth is a wonderful container for our hopes\, questions and concerns. As we walk\, new insights often arise.” \n\nPlan to allow about half an hour for your labyrinth walk. Please wear clean socks. The event is free & all are welcome.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/labyrinth-walk-at-duke-chapel-2/
LOCATION:Duke Chapel\, 401 Chapel Dr\, Durham\, NC\, 27708\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200223T140000
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CREATED:20191108T043642Z
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SUMMARY:Making Your Art: An Advanced Workshop with Sue Sneddon
DESCRIPTION:This retreat is for women who have already taken Sue’s “Finding Your Medium” workshop. It takes place in a lovely cottage on Emerald Isle\, NC.\nLeader: Sue Sneddon\nCost: Workshop & some meals\, $400\, plus housing in beautiful beach house\, $125 double or $225 single.\nTo register\, be in touch with Jeanette at RCWMS\, 919-683-1236\, events@rcwms.org.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/making-your-art-an-advanced-workshop-with-sue-sneddon-2/
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260612T181245
CREATED:20191029T183550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191126T135841Z
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SUMMARY:Finding Your Medium: A Weekend of Art with Sue Sneddon
DESCRIPTION:“I can’t draw a straight line.” Well\, who said you should? Isn’t it time to pack up some art supplies and head to the beach? Sue Sneddon will be in residence at The Boat House on Emerald Isle for a weekend of exploration into various media for painting and drawing. These will include: pencil\, pen and ink\, charcoal\, pastel\, oil pastel\, watercolor\, gouache\, acrylics\, and some mixed media options. Let’s find the ones that float your boat! Sue will provide all art supplies needed for the workshop. You may also bring any art supplies you have. \nLeader: Sue Sneddon has been a full-time painter since 1984. Much of her work has concentrated on the ocean\, especially the NC coast\, where she now lives. \nCost: Workshop and food\, $375. (Lunches and dinners included.) Plus housing in a beautiful beach house\, $125 double or $225 single. \nContact: RCWMS\, 919-683-1236\, events@rcwms.org
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/finding-your-medium-a-weekend-of-art-with-sue-sneddon-2/
LOCATION:A lovely cottage in Emerald Isle\, NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200211T140000
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SUMMARY:Art of Conscious Aging: A Group for Women
DESCRIPTION:During the pandemic Art of Conscious Aging is meeting via Zoom. \nContact info@rcwms.org to join the group.
URL:https://rcwms.org/event/art-of-conscious-aging-a-group-for-women/2020-02-11/
LOCATION:via Zoom\, Durham\, NC\, United States
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