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Sponsored by The Christian Community
Evolution:
"Who Descended from Whom?"
Wednesday, August 18, 7:30pm
A summer talk by Rev. Daniel Hafner at The Christian Community Church. All welcome! Rev. Hafner is currently a resident priest at the congregation in Toronto. He was formerly a priest at our congregation. We are honored to have him back.
Location: Christian Community Church, 15 Margetts Rd., Monsey, NY.
Suggested donation: $10/$5 students and seniors.
Information: Rev. Jonah Evans, 845-573-9080.
Sponsored by Threefold Educational Center
Research Residency
with Frank Chester
Begins Sunday, September 19
This six-week Research Fellowship will be an exploration of the elements and the ethers through geometric forms. Using lectures, studio sessions, and group discussions, Frank Chester will lead the research fellows through a process of creating and transforming complex geometric forms. The methodology consists of transforming geometric forms by applying the four elements and the four ethers. When applied to Platonic forms, the outcome is known and can be predicted; when applied to new and unexplored forms, the outcome is not known in advance. In either case, the methodology is a fruitful vehicle for learning and discovery, and these exercises in “scientific art” bring the researcher to a direct experience of the role of movement, metamorphosis, polarities, and intervals in art, life and science.
Information: Please visit this page for complete information about this unique opportunity.
Sponsored by the Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association
Biodynamics and the Future of Agriculture:
Growing the Food Revolution
Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association National Conference
September 30-October 3
At Threefold Educational Center
The national conference of the Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association is returning to Threefold in 2010. Highlights include a Biodynamic Youth Gathering, three days of workshops, and a Saturday night BD food-and-wine tasting event.
For more information: Click here for detailed information about this exciting gathering.
To Register: please visit this page.
Sponsored by Threefold Educational Center
Anthroposophic Nursing Massage:
A Level I course in Rhythmical Einreibung
with Fiona Sims, RN
October 8-11, 2010
Rhythmical Einreibung, also known as Rhythmical Embrocation or Anthroposophic Nursing Massage, is a nursing therapy that gently enlivens, warms and nurtures the whole individual through the conscious application of qualities of touch and therapeutic oils. Some indications for Einreibung include acute and chronic pain, stress, emotional shock, chronic fatigue, convalescence, post-partum care, and care of the elderly.
This Level I course is for nurses, massage therapists, and other care-givers (including friends and family members). Students will be introduced to theory of rhythmical and life processes through instruction and practice on the back (sitting) and leg. The learning process will be experiential and imaginative, imparting a living knowledge of Rhythmical Einreibung that participants can readily integrate into their health care practices and life situations.
The workshop is limited to twelve participants. A Level II workshop, in which understanding of theory is reviewed and deepened with more extensive practical exercises, will be offered in the future. Completion of Level I is required for participation in Level II.
Fiona Sims, RN, who has worked at the Park Attwood Clinic in England for 21 years, is a recognized teacher of Rhythmical Einreibung.
Credit: Attendees will get a certificate that is backed by the Dorthe Krause Institute in Germany.
Fee: $495. Click here to download a printable registration form with a detailed description of the workshop.
For more information, contact Judith Aventuro at 845-425-7725 or jbrockway7@optonline.net.
Sponsored by Eurythmy Spring Valley
Professional Course
With Annemarie Baeschlin and Dorothea Mier
October 8th - 11, 2010
For many years we have wanted to have a joint conference with Annemarie Baeschlin and Dorothea Mier, two of our most distinguished eurythmy colleagues. We are pleased to announce that this will now take place on Columbus Day weekend, 2010, in Spring Valley, New York. Mark your calendars and join us for this rare opportunity to work with Annemarie in her first course in North America, and in collaboration with Dorothea Mier. Travel scholarship support will be available due to a grant by EANA.
Information: call 845-352-5020 x13, or email info@eurythmy.org.
Sponsored by Threefold Educational Center
Connect Children and Nature...
and Meet Curriculum Needs on Your School Grounds
A Seminar and Workshop for Teachers Grades 1-6
With Ed Bieber, Founder, Nature Place Day Camp
Saturday, October 23, 9:00am-5:30pm
Nature is everywhere. Learn how to take your class out of doors on your school grounds for hands-on explorations and discoveries in the real world. Curriculum objectives can be met while at the same time students begin to develop their own sense of place in the natural world.
After an introductory talk by Ed Bieber, attendees will participate in workshops led by experienced nature educators that will show how outdoor activities can support curriculum objectives in Math, Science, Social Studies, Art, Music, and other subjects. Every activity to be demonstrated can be done on school grounds, without special materials. The day will end with a classroom session in which attendees can share their observations and get practical insights about putting into practice the lessons of the day.
The guiding philosophy of this seminar is that Nature Is Everywhere: valuable lessons and experiences await all teachers and all children right on their school grounds, in the context of the regular school day.
Save the date! Final brochure is in preparation! For more information, email billday@threefold.org or call 845-352-5020 x24.
Sponsored by the Fiber Craft Studio
Colors from Roots, Nuts and Flowers:
Plant-Dyeing Wool Yarns
Workshop with Mikae Toma
Saturday, October 30, 9:00am-5:00pm
Experiencing the moment when plants release their colors enlivens our senses and brings inspiration to reconnect to the element of color. We will dig Madder roots in our Dye Garden and collect plants that can be found in our surroundings to dye our wool yarns. Each participant will receive 6 oz of yarns.
Location: Fiber Craft Studio, 275 Hungry Hollow Road, Chestnut Ridge, NY.
Fee: $95. Click here to download a printable registration form. For more information, call 845-425-2891.
Sponsored by the Fiber Craft Studio
Knitting in the Round:
A Weekend Retreat
With Renate Hiller
Friday, November 5, 6:30-9:00pm
Saturday, November 6, 9:00am-5:00pm
During this weekend retreat for beginning and more advanced knitters we will explore “knitting in the round” as a creative process to fashion capelets, ponchos and sweaters. Choose your own project(s) and create your personalized design using beautiful plant-dyed yarns from the Studio. Knitting needles and yarns will be available for purchase.
Enjoy our beautiful setting in Orchard House and its walled-in garden and go for refreshing walks in the surrounding woodlands and gardens.
Fee: $190. Click here to download a printable registration form. For more information, call 845-425-2891.
Sponsored by the Collegium of the North American School of Spiritual Science
and Threefold Educational Center
A Symposium on Anthroposophical Research
November 5-7, 2010
What is meant when anthroposophy is referred to as a path of spiritual inquiry? How does one begin, and what capacities are necessary, to research your deepest questions?
The life of anthroposophy depends on individuals taking up the path of spiritual inquiry that builds upon, and yet goes beyond, book knowledge and belief. Join us for a weekend of short presentations, panel discussions, small group dialogue and opportunities to explore how one begins, or began, researching their questions and the capacities such research is asking us to develop.
This research symposium builds upon last year's public sharing of ongoing research taking place within the various sections of the North American School of Spiritual Science and will feature both invitational and public events.
For more information: Watch this space for more details, or contact Jordan Walker at 845-352-5020 x19 or jordan@threefold.org.
Sponsored by the Fiber Craft Studio
Felting Slippers with Natural and Plant Colors
Workshop with Mikae Toma
Friday, November 19, 6:30-9:00pm
Saturday, November 20, 9:00am-5:00pm
The ancient craft of felting is a unique technique that allows us to mold wool fibers into seamless articles. We will work with color and form in such a way that the slippers will be beautiful, fit perfectly and feel warm and cozy on our feet. Through the process of felting we will be experiencing a creative inner rhythm as the wool transforms from loose fibers into solid felt.
Fee: $135, including materials. Click here to download a printable registration form. For more information, call 845-425-2891.
Sponsored by Threefold Educational Center
The Art of Acting:
Drama as a Path of Inner Development
Led by Laurie Portocarrero
with David Anderson, Benedicta Bertau, Laura Geilen, Ted Pugh and Fern Sloan
Begins Saturday, November 20
This new course will meet one weekend per month from November 2010 through June 2011. It offers a challenging, supportive, playful, soul-stretching opportunity for adults to experience Michael Chekhov’s techniques for exploring the foundations of human character and self-expression. This course is a rewarding experience for actors, aspiring actors, and anyone seeking deeper self-awareness. No acting experience is required — only a desire and willingness to play and explore!
Information: Please visit this page for complete information about this unique opportunity.
Sponsored by the Fiber Craft Studio
Creating and Moving Silk Marionettes
Workshop with Renate Hiller
Saturday, December 4, 9:00am-1:00pm
Silk marionettes can bring magic to a child’s experience of the world. They can become characters from fairy tales and bring enchantment to their audience and they can stimulate creative play. In this workshop we will create archetypal characters using plant-dyed silks, and we will practice basic movement gestures.
Fee: $70, including materials. Click here to download a printable registration form. For more information, call 845-425-2891.