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Yogi Times Insider & Local Events September 2006
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WHAT'S NEW

YT Sept CoverYT Sept CoverDear Friends,

For many people who are seeking authentic, holistic lifestyles, the fashion world and its atmosphere can often appear diametrically opposed. However, as we discovered in putting together our second annual eco-fashion issue, fashion can also be a powerful forum for expressing our individuality and reflecting our values. There is a growing number of new and inspired designers and companies that are making a splash in the world of fashion with cutting edge designs that incorporate environmentally and socially responsible production methods. Organic fabrics, non-toxic dyes and fair trade business practices are becoming increasingly common and the mainstream market is taking notice.

In this month’s issue of Yogi Times, we decided to go with a different cover for LA and SF as both of them seemed very striking to us.  You’ll find dozens of resources for inspired looks that are consistent with the conscious lifestyle we want to promote. Now, it’s possible to clothe our bodies in inspired design that represents harmony with our environment and a conscious decision to show the world that we are making a difference.
Sophie & Martin

Sincerely,

Martin Hughes, Managing Editor
Sophie Parienti, Editor In Chief   
Yogi Times Magazines


ARTICLE SNEAK PEAK

Eco-FabulousEco-Fabulous Fashion
What's in Your Drawers?

By Kyle Roderick 

There’s no question that Americans love fashion. From haute couture to the latest yoga shorts, we are eager to whip out the credit card for a chance to own the coolest new threads, including that all-important figure-flattering cotton tee. But did you know that it takes five ounces of toxic pesticides and chemical fertilizers to grow the cotton in that one tee shirt? Now, check and see whether you are wearing a cotton thong, boxers or briefs.  If you are indeed cotton-clad, this means that your precious privates are encased in fibers grown with industrial pesticides and fertilizers that pollute the air, our water supply and deaden farm soil!  If you’re freaking out, relax, because the solution is in stores right now. Read More

Yoga of MoneyAchieving Results
Financial Habits of Highly Successful Yogis

By Vanessa Summers

Highly successful yogis, whom I define as not just having numbers in the bank that make them financially free, meaning that their current passive income exceeds their current monthly expenses, but also as people who have worked to establish a wealthy & successful lifestyle that balances their health, spirituality, personal & professional relationships, and family. These yogis may spend 20% of each day managing their money, talking to their accountant, banker, investment advisor, or even yogi entrepreneur colleague about a new business deal. Then they go to a yoga class, get a massage, hang out with their family, travel, and probably do several types of philanthropic work in their community.
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YT RECOMMENDS

ProductJoanie's Smiles Organic Tea Infused Chocolate

Classically trained chef Joanie Freeman discovered the delicious combination of tea and chocolate when she accidentally dropped a chunk of chocolate into her cup of tea. This happy occurrence spawned the founding of Joanie’s Smiles, which offers six different combinations of chocolate combined with organic flavored teas. These chocolates are a treat for the taste buds.

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YOGA TIP

yoga tipYour Own Mat

If yoga practice becomes a regular part of your life, it is a good idea to own your own sticky mat. Not only is it more hygienic, but it will enhance your personal practice when you are away from the studio.
                                  
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LOS ANGELES FEATURED EVENTS

Hay House Dr. Wayne Dyer & Byron Katie LIVE

A Day with Dr. Wayne Dyer and Byron Katie LIVE together for the first time on September 24, 2006, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm at the Pasadena Conference Center. Dr. Dyer shows you how to restore balance in your life by offering nine principles for realigning your thoughts so that they correspond to your highest desires. Explore The Work of Byron Katie and learn step-by-step how to use these tools to locate more deep-seated underlying beliefs that shape your perception of reality. Sponsored by Hay House. 
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Ojai Yoga Crib Ojai Yoga Crib

Lulu Bandha's Ojai Yoga Crib in
Ojai, California.
Friday, October 27 thru Sunday, October 29 Join Lulu Bandha's for the fourth Ojai Yoga Crib and spend a magical weekend in the glorious Ojai Valley with Erich Schiffmann, Dharma Mittra, Patricia Sullivan, Joel Kramer. Ganga White, Paul Grilley, Dana Flynn, Saul David Raye, Uma Goswami, Scott Blossom, Jasmine Tarkeshi, Kira Ryder and Edward Espe Brown. The Crib is a yoga pilgrimage, built upon Ojai's rich spiritual history. Cost: $400 Tel: 805.798.1700  Learn more 

OTHER UPCOMING LOS ANGELES EVENTS

Spirit Voyage Snatam Kaur's CD Release Party Join us Friday, Sept. 8th 2006 from 8 pm – 12 am at Golden Bridge Yoga for an ecstatic evening of song, dance and fun as we celebrate Snatam's newest CD release Anand, with Snatam performing live, followed by ecstatic dance with Global rhythms spun by Tej Gill, free delicious sweet treats and surprise performers! Learn more
Yoga Fest Yoga Fest 2006 on September 10 in support of “Ceremony of 1001 Yogis.”  Please join us for a rejuvenating day of spiritual activities. 9:00am - 9:00 pm Bergamot Station Arts Center 2525 Michigan Ave., Bldg. I  Santa Monica, CA 90404  310.343.8008. Learn more
Tantra Sadhana Aligning the Forces of Light: Yoga and Tantra Sadhana Intensive with Dr. Swami Shankardev Saraswati September 15 - 17; September 22  - 24 (weekends)  September 17 - 21 (weekday evenings) in Venice, CA.  Experience in-depth Tantric teachings to empower your personal practice from one of the long-time senior Swami’s of the Bihar Tradition Learn more
Padmasoundsystem The Sound the Earth Makes: Padma Soundsystem will be performing Nada Yoga, the yoga of sound, at Santa Monica Yoga, September 16. The Tucson based group performs Nada Yoga and sound healing, combining guided meditation, classical cello, harmonium, Tibetan medicine bowls and other traditional instruments. padmasoundsystem.com 1640 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica  (310) 396-4040. Saturday September 16, 8:00-9:30 PM, $15. Learn more
vajra sky Vajra Sky Over Tibet on September 22 - 28 in SF, Berkeley & San Rafael.  A cinematic pilgrimage to central Tibet, director John Bush's documentary bears witness to the indomitable faith of its Buddhist community and the imminent threat to its very survival. This is one of the rare documentaries to be filmed entirely inside Tibet and has received the blessing and endorsement of The Dalai Lama. Learn more
City Yoga Befriending the Mind-Dragons, Dismantling the Fear Demons
with  master meditation teacher Sally Kempton on Sept 30th, 12:30-5:30pm at City Yoga 1067 N Fairfax Ave (across the street from Whole Foods) in West Hollywood, CA 90046 $65 before 9/23; $75 after.  Discover what keeps us stuck in dysfunctional mental patterns, and work with a series of meditations for opening our mind and heart.
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Fowler Buddha Don't miss the final days of "The Missing Peace: Artists Consider the Dalai Lama," through Sept 10 at UCLA's Fowler Museum. See works by 88 contemporary artists from around the world in an exhibition that explores the values of the Dalai Lama. Come to The Missing Peace Summer Sendoff closing party on Sept 10 from 5-9 pm for free admission, live jazz, complimentary cocktails and light refreshments.  Learn more

 

SAN FRANCISCO FEATURED EVENTS

Ferry Building Dusk Yogi Times at the Ferry Building Marketplace

Thursday September 28th, 2006 Free event (wine tastes $5) 4pm - 8pm Ferry Building Marketplace, San Francisco California

Join Yogi Times, The Ferry Building and Organic Vintners for an evening of farm fresh flavors, communal spirit and organic wine tastings in the Marketplace.
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Darshan Darshan, The Embrace - moving opening

Amma, one of the world’s most famous spiritual guides and “Mahatmas”, is known internationally for her charitable donations, fight for peace, and work with illiteracy.   DARSHAN, THE EMBRACE chronicles Amma’s journey throughout India as director Jan Kounen travels with Amma and her inner circle. DARSHAN, THE EMBRACE opens this month. Watch the trailer and find locations and times at:www.ifcfilms.com/page/darshan_the_embrace.
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OTHER UPCOMING SAN FRANCISCO EVENTS

Learning to Listen Learning To Listen Yoga & Meditation Center Benefit
The Center is a new nonprofit organization whose mission is to offer tools for conscious living.  A benefit will be held on Friday, September 8th from 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. at the Yoga Loft (321 Divisadero St) in San Francisco.  Suggested Donation: $10-20. Featuring food, music, a silent auction, and time spent with conscious community.  
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Power to the Peaceful Power to the Peaceful Sept. 9-10. Golden Gate Park. Free festival of music featuring Michael Franti and Spearhead, speakers, and DJs. 9am yoga with 1,000 others with Maya Yoga and AcroYoga. Sunday 1pm-9pm "Be Peace Now Yoga Jam" at Yoga Sangha, with Nikki and Eddie and acoustical set with Michael Franti, Shiva Rea and DJ Dragonfly, Jai Uttal, Katchie Ananda, Acroyoga, and more.  Learn more
spirit rock Spirit Rock Mindful Body, Embodied Mind: How to Integrate Yoga and Vipassana for both Students and Yoga Teachers (7 nights), September 24 – October 1, at Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Marin. Cost $840 - $490, sliding scale. This seven-day silent retreat explores creating a unified practice of hatha yoga and meditation. Teachers include Phillip Moffitt, Mark Coleman, Frank Jude Boccio and Anne Cushman. Learn more
Covenant House On September 23rd, 2006, the Om for Kids Yogathon will unite yogis in Golden Gate Park to perform 108 Sun Salutations, raising awareness and funds for homeless youth. All money raised supports the work of Covenant House California, which has been serving the Bay Area’s homeless and at-risk youth (ages 13-24) since 1998.  Learn more
vajra sky Vajra Sky Over Tibet on September 22 - 28 in SF, Berkeley & San Rafael.  A cinematic pilgrimage to central Tibet, director John Bush's documentary bears witness to the indomitable faith of its Buddhist community and the imminent threat to its very survival. This is one of the rare documentaries to be filmed entirely inside Tibet and has received the blessing and endorsement of The Dalai Lama. Learn more
World Vegetarian Day Vegetarian Day World Vegetarian Weekend
Sep 30 & Oct 1 2006, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
San Francisco County Fair Building
9th Ave & Lincoln Way in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
$5 Donation – Free for Children, Student, & Seniors
415-273-5481 
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Bhakti Mala Bhakti Mala - A Garland of Devotion: Daylong Celebration of Kirtan and Dance. Jai Uttal, Daniel Paul, their Kirtan Camp Alumni, and DJ Amar on Sat., October 7th 3-11pm - Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley (www.jaiuttal.com). Benefits War Child International (www.warchild.org). $30 advance/$35 at event. Sponsors: Common Ground, Yogi Times, YOGASTUDIO, and Natural High Clothing. For Tickets
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