BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 X-WR-CALNAME:Upcoming: Events at Tranquil Space PRODID:-//Upcoming.org/Upcoming ICS//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090709T191500 DTEND:20090709T211500 GEO:-77.0386;38.912 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Yinstrospection with Danielle Polen DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2802853/ ] a four-week journey toward a more integrative mind-body\, using yin yoga as a catalyst. a well-balanced yoga practice can help bring our mind-body into an optimal state of balance and integrity. to that end\, yin yoga is an excellent complement to the more active\, or “yang”-like\, forms of yoga practiced today. by targeting the deep\, dense connective tissues of the body\, yin postures help the body remain supple at its core while encouraging stagnant ch’i (prana) to flow through the body’s “energetic highways\,” or meridians\, thus enhancing the health of the joints and organs. in addition\, yin yoga assists us in cultivating a sensitivity to the energy body\, while simultaneously working to rebalance the same. this series will use yin yoga as a catalyst to stimulate inquiry into our current state of mind-body balance. during each of four sessions\, we will reflect upon a different topic\, using an appropriate meridian/organ focus to stimulate the inquiry. please bring a journal and pen\, in addition to your yoga mat. thursdays 7:15 - 9:15pm. july 9—week one: engaging the unknown: riding the waves of change with equanimity. during this session\, we’ll explore the kidney-bladder pair of meridians and organs which\, in traditional chinese medicine\, are the foundation for yin-and-yang balance for all the other organs. july 16—week two: confronting possibility: discerning our path and following it. during this session\, we’ll explore the liver-gall bladder pair of meridians and organs\, the energy of which is related to our powers of discernment and our ability to make plans and put them into action. july 23—week three: living out loud: reclaiming our enthusiasm for the creative life. during this session\, we’ll explore the stomach-spleen pair of meridians and organs\, the energy of which is sometimes described as the zest that moves life. july 30—week four: letting go of negativity: perceiving and expressing our truth. during this final session\, we’ll explore the lung-large intestine pair of meridians and organs\, which\, as a team\, are connected with our desire to “dig in and hold on\,” as well as our ability to “let go.” this series will be physically accessible to all levels of practitioner\, although it may call upon the practitioner to remain open to subtle concepts and to remain present during potential challenge. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2802853/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2802853/ DTSTAMP:20090530T064732 LAST-UPDATED:20090530T064732 CATEGORIES:Education ORGANIZER;CN=jhaile:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/110482/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48942/":Tranquil Space @ 1632 17th Street\, Washington\, District of Columbia 20009 US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Tranquil Space ADDRESS:1632 17th Street CITY:Washington REGION;X-ABBREV=dc:District of Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=us:United States POSTALCODE:20009 GEO:38.912;-77.0386 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://www.tranquilspace.com END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090711T120000 DTEND:20090711T150000 GEO:-77.0386;38.912 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Shiva Namaskar Vinyasa Mater Class with Chandra Om DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2802856/ ] shiva namaskar vinyasa series is a stairway to bliss that reintegrates the continuous flow of prana through the spinal column\, emanating deep into all areas of the physical\, metabolic\, intuitive\, and bliss body. this amazing program is rooted in classical teachings with contemporary needs in mind. it promotes harmony within all the koshas (layers)\, so an integrated state of radiant health is achieved\, bringing one closer to the true self. the carefully selected yoga postures in the shiva namaskar vinyasa series are inspirational\, using sequences that are designed to twist\, stretch\, manipulate\, and gain control of the body. practice of these asanas strengthens and tones muscles\, glands\, and internal organs. the postures are performed with slow graceful movements\, so fantastic feelings of inner calm and self-control are felt immediately. chandra om\, www.ncschoolofyoga.com. chandra om is senior teacher of sri dharma mittra and the director of the north carolina school of yoga. chandra is a true living yogi\, a rare gem in the world of yoga today. her approach and teachings are loved by all yogis\, and strike the hearts of all who attend sessions with her. chandra has initiated thousands into the holy practice of yoga\, and emphasizes “complete surrender to the lord\, without this\, there will be no success in yoga”. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2802856/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2802856/ DTSTAMP:20090530T065529 LAST-UPDATED:20090530T065529 CATEGORIES:Education ORGANIZER;CN=jhaile:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/110482/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48942/":Tranquil Space @ 1632 17th Street\, Washington\, District of Columbia 20009 US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Tranquil Space ADDRESS:1632 17th Street CITY:Washington REGION;X-ABBREV=dc:District of Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=us:United States POSTALCODE:20009 GEO:38.912;-77.0386 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://www.tranquilspace.com END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090711T160000 DTEND:20090711T180000 GEO:-77.0386;38.912 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Yogic Secrets of Divine Purification with Chandra Om DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2802859/ ] an invaluable cleansing and detoxification program to help purify the mind\, the physical body and the subtle astral body of toxic impurities\, evoking sattvic thoughts. chandra incorporates into this program holy discourses on the yamas and niyamas\, the ethical rules necessary for one’s practice\, understanding and success in yoga. this inspirational discourse also elaborates on the laws of karma\, and the dietary laws of yoga. the practice includes ancient breathing and sound techniques\, mantra japa\, and meditation. learn and understand the benefits of practicing a yogic lifestyle. this purification leads to higher states of physical and mental health\, culminating ultimately into blissful self-realization. chandra om\, www.ncschoolofyoga.com. chandra om is senior teacher of sri dharma mittra and the director of the north carolina school of yoga. chandra is a true living yogi\, a rare gem in the world of yoga today. her approach and teachings are loved by all yogis\, and strike the hearts of all who attend sessions with her. chandra has initiated thousands into the holy practice of yoga\, and emphasizes “complete surrender to the lord\, without this\, there will be no success in yoga”. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2802859/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2802859/ DTSTAMP:20090530T065815 LAST-UPDATED:20090530T065815 CATEGORIES:Education ORGANIZER;CN=jhaile:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/110482/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48942/":Tranquil Space @ 1632 17th Street\, Washington\, District of Columbia 20009 US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Tranquil Space ADDRESS:1632 17th Street CITY:Washington REGION;X-ABBREV=dc:District of Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=us:United States POSTALCODE:20009 GEO:38.912;-77.0386 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://www.tranquilspace.com END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090712T160000 DTEND:20090712T180000 GEO:-77.0386;38.912 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Pranayama & Divine Meditation Techniques with Chandra Om DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803227/ ] this program teaches and practices divinely revealed techniques that will prepare your mind for the serious practice\, greatly strengthening the powers of concentration. learn how to draw your attention away from the noisy restless world and place it within\, where the truth lies. pranayama\, the formal practice of controlling the breath\, serves as an important bridge between the outward\, active practices like asana\, and the internal\, surrendering practices that lead us into deeper states of meditation. this workshop focuses on controlled yogic breathing including traditional techniques such as the alternate breathing and breath of fire\, as well as more subtle techniques including nadi vibrator\, nadi stimulator\, closed circuit and psychic current pranayama. meditation stimulates the pituitary and pineal glands in the base of the brain\, balancing all the systems of the body and enhancing mental sharpness and clairvoyance. meditation helps to create mental patterns that put power behind your thoughts\, and therefore make your thoughts powerful and creative. this practice will show the way towards truth\, light and the peace that surpasses all understanding. it will create order and a quiet\, safe and peaceful place within where the truth lies. chandra om\, www.ncschoolofyoga.com. chandra om is senior teacher of sri dharma mittra and the director of the north carolina school of yoga. chandra is a true living yogi\, a rare gem in the world of yoga today. her approach and teachings are loved by all yogis\, and strike the hearts of all who attend sessions with her. chandra has initiated thousands into the holy practice of yoga\, and emphasizes “complete surrender to the lord\, without this\, there will be no success in yoga”. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803227/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803227/ DTSTAMP:20090530T175005 LAST-UPDATED:20090530T175005 CATEGORIES:Education ORGANIZER;CN=jhaile:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/110482/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48942/":Tranquil Space @ 1632 17th Street\, Washington\, District of Columbia 20009 US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Tranquil Space ADDRESS:1632 17th Street CITY:Washington REGION;X-ABBREV=dc:District of Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=us:United States POSTALCODE:20009 GEO:38.912;-77.0386 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://www.tranquilspace.com END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090719T130000 DTEND:20090719T150000 GEO:-77.0386;38.912 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Yoga Means Union: Partner Yoga with Kevin Waldorf-Cruz DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803231/ ] partner yoga is ideal for those looking to explore deeper connections in their relationships through the practice of yoga. join us on a journey of supported vinyasa yoga as we explore how to maximize our asanas through your partner's body weight\, support and breath. we will focus on conscious breathing and connecting the heart chakras while flowing through a vinyasa practice. this workshop is appropriate for all levels and everyone is welcome. bring a partner or come alone and we'll pair you up. $35\, $30 if you register online. couples: $55\, $50 if you register online. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803231/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803231/ DTSTAMP:20090530T180022 LAST-UPDATED:20090530T180022 CATEGORIES:Education ORGANIZER;CN=jhaile:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/110482/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48942/":Tranquil Space @ 1632 17th Street\, Washington\, District of Columbia 20009 US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Tranquil Space ADDRESS:1632 17th Street CITY:Washington REGION;X-ABBREV=dc:District of Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=us:United States POSTALCODE:20009 GEO:38.912;-77.0386 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://www.tranquilspace.com END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090724T190000 DTEND:20090724T210000 GEO:-77.0386;38.912 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Tranquil Vibe with PS24 with Kimberly Wilson DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803233/ ] join kimberly and special guest PS24 for a special melding of yoga and live music. this dc-based "folk-hop" band brings a pinch of folk\, a dash of hip-hop\, and a twist of caribbean flavor to tranquil space. PS24 comes complete with djembe drum\, acoustic guitar and vocals\, they opened for erykah badu\, played the 9:30 club and are currently the resident band at dc's busboys & poets. kimberly will lead an all-level flow to rejuvenate your spirit and leave you feeling refreshed and open. awaken your individual vibe with this interplay of yoga practitioners and musicians coming together. meditation and a yummy savasana will complete the experience. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803233/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803233/ DTSTAMP:20090530T180815 LAST-UPDATED:20090530T180815 CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN=jhaile:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/110482/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48942/":Tranquil Space @ 1632 17th Street\, Washington\, District of Columbia 20009 US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Tranquil Space ADDRESS:1632 17th Street CITY:Washington REGION;X-ABBREV=dc:District of Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=us:United States POSTALCODE:20009 GEO:38.912;-77.0386 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://www.tranquilspace.com END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090725T150000 DTEND:20090725T170000 GEO:-77.0386;38.912 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Arm Balancing & Inversions: Yoga with Jodi Darlage DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803235/ ] ground fear\, expectations & neurotic sabotaging thoughts. come fly with me in a workshop focused on celebrating your inner strength & wisdom. trust in yourself & soar. in the words of lionel richie "oh what a feeling! when we are dancing on the ceiling" - explore a vigorous hip opening vinyasa flow incorporating inversions to include forearm stand\, handstand & headstand. arm balances will include bakasana variations\, yogini dandasana & 8-limb staff pose. multiple kramas or stages of the asanas will be explored. this workshop is designed for yogis who have been practicing for one year or more. please bring water & a small towel. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803235/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803235/ DTSTAMP:20090530T181056 LAST-UPDATED:20090530T181056 CATEGORIES:Education ORGANIZER;CN=jhaile:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/110482/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48942/":Tranquil Space @ 1632 17th Street\, Washington\, District of Columbia 20009 US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Tranquil Space ADDRESS:1632 17th Street CITY:Washington REGION;X-ABBREV=dc:District of Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=us:United States POSTALCODE:20009 GEO:38.912;-77.0386 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://www.tranquilspace.com END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090726T120000 DTEND:20090726T143000 GEO:-77.0386;38.912 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Adoption Event: The Washington Humane Society DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803245/ ] join the washington humane society (whs) at tranquil space for our spring adoption event! meet your new best friend and fill out an application on a pup or kitty\, learn how to volunteer with us or foster animals for whs or donate a dollar or two to support the work of whs! for more information go to www.washhumane.org or call 202.576.6839. meet your new best friend in your own backyard! URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803245/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803245/ DTSTAMP:20090530T183001 LAST-UPDATED:20090530T183001 CATEGORIES:Other ORGANIZER;CN=jhaile:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/110482/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48942/":Tranquil Space @ 1632 17th Street\, Washington\, District of Columbia 20009 US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Tranquil Space ADDRESS:1632 17th Street CITY:Washington REGION;X-ABBREV=dc:District of Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=us:United States POSTALCODE:20009 GEO:38.912;-77.0386 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://www.tranquilspace.com END:VVENUE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20090731T183000 DTEND:20090731T203000 GEO:-77.0386;38.912 TRANSP:TRANSPARENT SUMMARY:Newbie Yogi Workshop DESCRIPTION: [Full details at http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803247/ ] a 2-hour workshop for introducing the basics of vinyasa yoga. explore alignment and breathing along with basic poses and relaxation techniques. geared for the brand new beginner or those curious about yoga. 1 week unlimited yoga classes included - the week immediately following the workshop only. please bring your own mat if you have one\, a water bottle\, hand towel and any questions you have. URL;VALUE=URI:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803247/ UID:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2803247/ DTSTAMP:20090530T183256 LAST-UPDATED:20090530T183256 CATEGORIES:Education ORGANIZER;CN=jhaile:X-ADDR:http://upcoming.yahoo.com/user/110482/ LOCATION;VENUE-UID="http://upcoming.yahoo.com/venue/48942/":Tranquil Space @ 1632 17th Street\, Washington\, District of Columbia 20009 US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VVENUE X-VVENUE-INFO:http://evdb.com/docs/ical-venue/draft-norris-ical-venue.html NAME:Tranquil Space ADDRESS:1632 17th Street CITY:Washington REGION;X-ABBREV=dc:District of Columbia COUNTRY;X-ABBREV=us:United States POSTALCODE:20009 GEO:38.912;-77.0386 URL;X-LABEL=Venue Info:http://www.tranquilspace.com END:VVENUE END:VCALENDAR