CSI Beyond the Walls Fundraiser June 17th

The Centre for Social Innovation is not technically in our area, but its Annex on Bathurst, just south of Bloor, is close. And I like the whole idea of it.
If you do, too, you might want to support the CSI by attending its June 17th fundraiser, Beyond the Walls, that includes dinner, dancing and an auction.
Cheers,

Vanessa

Would You Like To Have An Inspired Destiny? Or Make A Compassion Connection?

This rolled into my inbox and I thought that these events might interest you.
Here's the scoop:
"Launch Your Inspired Destiny! Community Event
Whether you're a young adult or simply young at heart, Dr. John Demartini's Inspired Destiny will awaken you to your inspired destiny. You'll set in motion a far-reaching "ripple effect," beginning the journey of mastering and living a meaningful and inspiring life.

This event is a stand-alone community event and also the launch for a new book club. We'll have a strong social component, complemented by a presentation and exercise based on the book... based on a program originally developed for young people seeking purpose and direction in their lives, Dr. John Demartini's Inspired Destiny has deep meaning for readers of all ages. Whether you're a young adult or simply young at heart, it will awaken you to your inspired destiny. Do the simple exercises in each chapter and apply what you learn here, and you will:

· Clarify what you'd love to dedicate your life to

· Powerfully communicate your vision to others

· Make money doing what you love

· Dissolve the emotions that can distract you from your purpose

· Discover the power of planning your life to become what you'd truly love it to be--not what someone else thinks it "should" be.

You'll come away from this book with an immense vision of yourself, understanding the real difference between being a leader or follower, and see how to set an example for others by doing what you love. You'll set in motion a far-reaching "ripple effect," beginning the journey of mastering and living a meaningful and inspiring life. Event admission: $25.Event admission: $25.
Date: March 10
Start time: 7:00 pm
End time: 10:00 pm
Location: 720 Bathurst Street, Toronto

Compassion Connection Meetup
We are studying a book by Buddhist nun, Pema Chödrön, called "Start Where You Are". This book is about training the mind through meditation and cultivating the seeds of compassion, in a very practical, everyday way. If you have a sincere interest in developing your compassion and genuine connection with others on that path, come out for our first meetup. This community event is by donation.
Date: April 7
Start time: 7:30 pm
End time: 9:30 pm
Location: 720 Bathurst Street, Toronto

For more information, contact Sherap Andrea Winn, MEd, 647.288.7847;www.sheraptherapy.webs.com"

Cheers,
Vanessa

Lecture Tomorrow at CSI with Jon Steinman

Free tomorrow afternoon? Want to meet and hear Jon Steinman of Deconstructing Dinner?
Here's the scoop:
"[Jon Steinman, a] food activist and journalist based in Nelson, B.C., documented the evolution
of Canada’s first grain CSA (Community Supported Agriculture).
Join us at the CSI–Annex for his story of the fascinating adaptation of the CSA model, how the grain CSA has been replicated in other parts of B.C. and how the Creston grain was delivered by sailboat!"
The lecture happens tomorrow, Fri. Jan. 28th, from 2:30 to 4:30 pm in the second floor meeting room of the Centre for Social Innovation at 720 Bathurst St. Admission is $10 or PWYC.
Food Theory Applied events are hosted by Aruna Handa. Reserve a spot by emailing her.
Cheers,
Vanessa