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Upcoming events
SUNday, october 27th 4pm-6pm "Poetry reading and Discussion" with local author, tess taylor
Join us for an afternoon of poetry reading and discussion with the author of "The Forage House." Just published this year, this new collection has already received rave reviews and praise from acclaimed poets Robert Pinsky and Rosanna Warren.
The San Francisco Chronicle calls it "stunning!"
The Barnes and Noble Review praises its "lightening flashes of lyric."
“Ezra Pound’s definition of the epic—’A poem containing history’—demands courage and intellectual range, as well as lyrical gifts. Tess Taylor meets that challenge in The Forage House. A figure of epic scale, Taylor’s Thomas Jefferson is tragic as well: ‘ambitious foundering father.’ The poise, candor and reach of this book—with a vision that embraces the enigmas of contemporary El Cerrito along with those of the slave-owner Jefferson—are deeply impressive.”
—Robert Pinsky
“Tess Taylor’s The Forage House is a brave and compelling collection that bears witness to the journey of historical discovery. Sifting through archives, artifact, and souvenir, Taylor presents a dialectic of what’s recorded and what’s not, unearthing the traces that give way to her own history—and a vital link to our shared American past. What’s here and accounted for draws us powerfully toward what’s absent; what seems complete here never is—something as fragmented as history in the language, as haunted too.”
—Natasha Trethewey
FREE!
Sunday October 27th from 4-6pm. Light Refreshments will be served.
7025 Stockton Ave.
El Cerrito, CA 94590
The San Francisco Chronicle calls it "stunning!"
The Barnes and Noble Review praises its "lightening flashes of lyric."
“Ezra Pound’s definition of the epic—’A poem containing history’—demands courage and intellectual range, as well as lyrical gifts. Tess Taylor meets that challenge in The Forage House. A figure of epic scale, Taylor’s Thomas Jefferson is tragic as well: ‘ambitious foundering father.’ The poise, candor and reach of this book—with a vision that embraces the enigmas of contemporary El Cerrito along with those of the slave-owner Jefferson—are deeply impressive.”
—Robert Pinsky
“Tess Taylor’s The Forage House is a brave and compelling collection that bears witness to the journey of historical discovery. Sifting through archives, artifact, and souvenir, Taylor presents a dialectic of what’s recorded and what’s not, unearthing the traces that give way to her own history—and a vital link to our shared American past. What’s here and accounted for draws us powerfully toward what’s absent; what seems complete here never is—something as fragmented as history in the language, as haunted too.”
—Natasha Trethewey
FREE!
Sunday October 27th from 4-6pm. Light Refreshments will be served.
7025 Stockton Ave.
El Cerrito, CA 94590
Past events
Sunday, October 13th 11am-12pm "Creating joy in your pregnancy" with gina buonpane and michelle dwyer
This introductory class will help you find energy, balance and calm in your pregnancy & postpartum journey.This one hour workshop is for pregnant women & new moms. Find out more about using essential oils and nutrition to support your pregnancy and beyond.
FREE!
10/13 Sunday 11pm-12pm
7025 Stockton Ave.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
FREE!
10/13 Sunday 11pm-12pm
7025 Stockton Ave.
El Cerrito, CA 94530
SUNDAY, AUGUST 11TH 2PM-5PM "YOU ARE WHAT YOU DIGEST" WITH JENNIFER MEEK AND EDEN LORRAINE TOSCH
Digestive health is key to a healthy long life! In this 3-hour workshop get hands-on skills in preserving, regaining, and maintaining digestive health.
* Learn everyday Ayurvedic techniques to eating better in the modern world.
* Learn Therapeutic Yoga sequences designed to balance the digestive system.
Please wear yoga-appropriate clothes and bring yoga mats and pillows, if needed, for sitting comfortably on the floor. Come with questions about your personal digestive issues!
Early Bird Sign-Up Discount: $30 by Aug. 10th, $40 on event day
Call 510-495-4449 or email: mailto:[email protected] to register.
Eden Lorraine Tosch, Registered Ayurvedic Clinician, MSc Social Psychology
An interest in holistic healthcare and universal systems of understanding the world drew Eden into the study of Classical Indian Medicine (Ayurveda). Witnessing the healing potential of this ancient practice motivate her to continue on this path. The balance between individuality & collective good, classical thought & unorthodox practices challenge her daily as she seeks to heal & inspire others with Classical Ayurveda. Eden provides in-depth investigatory consultations, creates formulas using classical ayurveda herbs and medicines, does many traditional treatments and leads people on pancha karma cleanses for long-term health. More info at www.edenayurveda.com.
* Learn everyday Ayurvedic techniques to eating better in the modern world.
* Learn Therapeutic Yoga sequences designed to balance the digestive system.
Please wear yoga-appropriate clothes and bring yoga mats and pillows, if needed, for sitting comfortably on the floor. Come with questions about your personal digestive issues!
Early Bird Sign-Up Discount: $30 by Aug. 10th, $40 on event day
Call 510-495-4449 or email: mailto:[email protected] to register.
Eden Lorraine Tosch, Registered Ayurvedic Clinician, MSc Social Psychology
An interest in holistic healthcare and universal systems of understanding the world drew Eden into the study of Classical Indian Medicine (Ayurveda). Witnessing the healing potential of this ancient practice motivate her to continue on this path. The balance between individuality & collective good, classical thought & unorthodox practices challenge her daily as she seeks to heal & inspire others with Classical Ayurveda. Eden provides in-depth investigatory consultations, creates formulas using classical ayurveda herbs and medicines, does many traditional treatments and leads people on pancha karma cleanses for long-term health. More info at www.edenayurveda.com.
Jennifer Meek, BFA, E-RYT, YT Jennifer Meek is a Yoga Therapist and dance artist who continually finds herself fascinated and inspired by the transformative potential of yoga and mindfulness. She received her 200 hour training from the Temple of Kriya Yoga in Chicago, IL and her Yoga Therapy training from the Niroga Institute in Berkeley. Her passion for health and well-being shine through her teachings as she inspires students to practice in an authentic and mindful way, understanding that health and yoga are not one size fits all. She offers weekly classes, private/small group lessons, and workshops; visit www.jennifermeek.com to learn more.
Sunday, August 18th 2pm-5pm Feldenkrais workshop with visiting instructor, francesco fabiano
"Limber up your spine and back"
Feldenkrais exercises are very gentle and help relieve muscular tension by fine tuning muscular control through greater sensory awareness. These simple yet profound exercises can work wonders when incorporated into our daily routine and help us stay limber and pain-free. Come and learn how to limber up your back and spine in this three-hour workshop.
Francesco Fabiano is a Feldenkrais Practitioner who will be visiting from Italy. Francesco is also an avid meditator with 30 years of experience in various breathing techniques and relaxation methods.
$35, Space is limited so advance registration is required. To register, please call (510) 495-4449 or email: [email protected]
Francesco Fabiano is a Feldenkrais Practitioner who will be visiting from Italy. Francesco is also an avid meditator with 30 years of experience in various breathing techniques and relaxation methods.
$35, Space is limited so advance registration is required. To register, please call (510) 495-4449 or email: [email protected]