Medicine for the Earth Workshop/Retreat May 30-June 1Medicine for the Earth is the creation of shamanic teacher and healer Sandra Ingerman. It is the work of changing our environment by tapping into our own divinity, a process that has truly unlimited potential. Common Ground is pleased to present the weekend version of this transformational course in May 2008. The technique of shamanic journeying is used extensively in this course. Reading Ms. Ingerman's book, Medicine for the Earth, is a prerequisite for participation. Led by Carol Wilde, BSN, RN, CHTP, a highly regarded pracitioner in the fields of women's and holistic health, the workshop will begin on Friday evening with an optional Introduction to Journeying for those who are unfamiliar with shamanic journeying. The course continues Friday evening thru Sunday at noon, with ample time allotted for meditation and reflection. Save the Date!Mark your calendar now for two exciting Common Ground events: July 19, 2008 ~ Day of Drumming Retreat and Concert September 26 & September 27, 2008 ~ 3rd Annual Gregg Gilder Memorial Firewalk You'll want to mark these dates down in your calendar because these are two events you won't want to miss! More details will be posted soon - or, sign up to receive our free e-newsletter and/or join our mailing list. Then, you'll be sure not to miss out on these exciting programs! Environmental Art Day To Be Held May 24th!Connect with nature, be creative and welcome spring! Join us at Common Ground on Saturday, May 24th from 1-5 p.m. for Environmental Art Day. Presented as a part of Spring: Rebirth, Ritual and ReCreation, undertaken by the Lorain County Sacred Landmarks Initiative, Environmental Art Day provides the perfect opportunity for the artist in each of us to come out and play! Following a short presentation on the work of artist Andy Goldsworthy, participants will utilize the landscape of our 21 beautiful and serene acres in the heart of the Vermilion River Valley to create personal and unique art using only objects found in nature. Participants are encouraged to bring a camera to document their creations. Registration is $10. Register by calling Common Ground at 440-965-5551. Register Now for Earth Camp 2008!We are counting down the days until Earth Camp 2008...sure to be a summer to remember! Register your children between now and June 1st - don't delay! Camp weeks fill up early!. Click here to register your child Click here to get your frequently asked questions answered. Click here to learn about each week's theme. Click here to learn about the Earth Camp philosophy. We Are Now Hiring For Earth Camp 2008!Common Ground is pleased to have selected a wonderful group of individuals for the Earth Camp staff. Currently, all positions have been filled except lifeguards. If you are interested in applying for what has frequently been called "the best job ever," please click here to learn more. PLAGUE AND THE MOONFLOWER coming to the U.S.Common Ground is pleased and honored to be working with Moonflower Productions International to help bring "Plague and the Moonflower" to New York City in April 2009. This widely acclaimed oratorio captures both the despair and the inspiration thrust upon Earth's inhabitants by the prospect of a dying planet. In this seminal work, prolific English composer, conductor and virtuoso instrumentalist Richard Harvey interweaves narration, solo vocal and guitar performances, and choruses of children and adults - as many as 100 voices - to convey the spirit of Ralph Steadman's powerful libretto. To learn more about this environmental conscious-raising performance and how you can purchase limited edition prints of Ralph Steadman artwork to support the project... Are you ready to drum in the New Year?We are excited to announce the 2008 schedule for one of most popular Body, Mind, and Spirit programs. Come and join us for another great year of fun, creativity, and personal growth with Common Ground's Community Drum Circle. Drumming is an ancient musical tradition that many cultures around the world use to energize, build unity, focus attention, relax, and heighten creativity. A community drum circle is a group of people who come together to make in-the-moment music. No musical experience is necessary and beginners are always welcome. A facilitator will be present to help participants feel comfortable and learn basic drumming techniques. Bring your own drum or feel welcome to use one of ours. No need to register – Just show up! Community Drum Circle is on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. Support Common Ground and Receive Beautiful Environmental Art PhotographsSupport Common Ground and receive your choice of a photograph of environmental art created at Common Ground by Elyria High School student artists. Students engaged their imagination as they viewed their unusual palette and canvas: our beautiful, natural setting of 21 acres in the Vermilion River Valley. No paint and brushes, no charcoal and paper..."art supplies" were whatever they could find in the environment around them. They became co-creators with nature, bringing to life something new -- fascinating art that speaks to and contemplates our relationship with the natural world. Harmony is clearly visible in these images. Photos were taken by our executive director Rick Grahovac. These gallery-quality photographs are our way of saying thank you for supporting Common Ground's innovative programs, like the Environmental Art Day field trip. Click here to review all available environmental art photographs. Click here for more information and instructions on how to order. Click here to make a contribution and indicate your choice of photograph. |
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