Arts Along The Waccamaw
Art Works, CLASS And The Moveable Feast
Class - Community Learning About Special Subjects
Effective January 1, this venerable trio will move into The Chocolate & Coffee House in the Litchfield Exchange. The telephone number will remain 843-235-9600; the website will remain www.classatpawleys.com; the hours will be 9 to 5, Monday through Saturday. Original work by 11 artists will be featured: Kathi Bixler, Nancy Bracken, Gwen Coley, Marcelle Cushman, Millie Doud, John King, Mary Helen Lowrimore, Sue Schirtzinger, Caryn Tirsch, Jane Woodward and Zenobia. Through December, selected works will be on sale 20%-50% off.
CLASS In January 2009
A variety of personal growth, wellness and metaphysical exploration workshops are offered through CLASS (Community Learning About Special Subjects). To receive the winter brochure or to register for the courses listed below, call 843-235-9600 or visit the website at www.classatpawleys.com.
Taoist Tai Chi with Liz Hileman and Robbie Renken: This ancient Chinese discipline was developed as a means to improve health through the unique combination of postures. Without requiring over-exertion, the slow, rhythmic movements allow people of all ages to improve physical condition, decrease fatigue, and develop endurance. Other benefits cited include relaxation and improved balance, flexibility and strength. Taught by Liz Hileman, a certified Continuing Instructor of the Taoist Tai Chi Society of USA in SC, Tai Chi IV (M&W, 9-10 a.m.) is for experienced students who know the 108 moves. Tai Chi II (T&Th, 10-11 a.m.) is taught by Robbie Renken, a certified Beginning Instructor, for those who know the first 54 moves or those resuming the practice after an absence. Beginners Tai Chi is M&W, 10-11 a.m., Jan. 12 to Mar. 5, $60 for 8 weeks. Held in the Atrium of the Litchfield Exchange.
MyGroup with Lisa Rosof: MyGroup is an experiential exploration of self-growth through a therapeutic and confidential community. We sit and chat, employing a variety of techniques and modalities (chakra, yoga, breath work, meditation, etc.) to mine the depth of our pain and joy. Limited to 12 women. Tues., Jan. 13 to Feb. 24, 4-5:30 p.m., $150 for six weeks. Held at Litchfield Counseling & Yoga, 14323 Ocean Hwy, Suite 4111.
The Enneagram with Carol Anderson: Subtitled “A Path to Our Beloved Self,” this two-session workshop for women uses the Enneagram as a psycho-spiritual tool which describes nine basic personality types of human nature. We make a fascinating journey of self-discovery that is useful and revealing on many levels and in many areas of our lives: for self-understanding, for overcoming negative patterns and behaviors in our lives, for the growth of our relationships, and as an essential portal to real transformation. Session I (Jan. 21, Jan. 28, Feb. 4) presents an overview of the Enneagram as a whole, with emphasis on the fundamental elements of the nine types. See how these aspects of ourselves manifest in our lives and how, rightly understood, they can lead us to deeper inner resources, real peace of mind, lasting joy, and compassion for ourselves and others. Wed., 1-2:30 p.m., $65 per session, plus required text (The Wisdom of the Enneagram, by Don Riso and Russ Hudson). Held at Litchfield Counseling & Yoga, 14323 Ocean Hwy, Suite 4111.
Hatha Yoga (Level 1) with Angela Jones: Hatha Yoga focuses on postures and breathing with 5- and 10-minute meditations throughout the practice. Open to all levels. Tues., Jan. 13 to Mar. 3, 6-7:15 p.m., $80 for 8 weeks (drop-in fee, $15). Thurs., Jan. 15 ongoing, 9:30-10:45 a.m., drop-in, $15. Held at Stox & Company (225 Willbrook Blvd, Mingo at Litchfield).
Pilates Post-Mastectomy Mat Class with Sandy Goodin: Trained in mat modifications beneficial to post-mastectomy clients, Sandy offers the first such class on the Grand Strand. Wed., Jan. 7 to Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-12 noon, $75. Held at Waccamaw Pilates (above To Your Health on Hwy 17 South, just north of Food Lion).
Metaphysical Journeys With Gloriana And Craig Miller
Jan. 5 - Introduction to the Metaphysical Journey: An exploration of metaphysics as manifest in such concepts as past life, reincarnation, karmic astrology, auras, channeling and others. Participants are welcome to bring interests and questions, however unconventional, for the purposes of identifying future workshop topics. Refreshments will be served. Held at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Coastal Carolina University, Waccamaw Higher Education Center, Mon, 10 a.m.-noon, free, 843-349-4030.
The follow-up workshops are offered through CLASS. Register by calling 843-235-9600 or online at www.classatpawleys.com.
Jan. 10 - Meet Your Guide(s) and Be Guided: Each of us is endowed with at least one “guide,” also known as a guardian angel. Although not always an obvious presence, a guide communicates in a variety of subtle and not so subtle ways. In this workshop, you will be introduced to your guide(s) as we explore - with some group participation and insight - the metaphysics of guardianship. That is: how guides operate (”manifest”) in our lives; why a particular guide is your guide; what constitutes a guide’s nature and role in the etheric hierarchy; and by what mediumship personal contact is attained. Limited to ten participants. Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $45. Also offered Saturday, March 7.
Jan. 17 - Inward Passage: Continue the metaphysical journey by learning how to create a sacred space, as well as the fundamentals of meditation and automatic writing so as to journal the messages and insights provided by your guide(s). Limited to 10 participants. Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $45.
Jan. 24 - Reveal the Message in Your Aura: Each of us has an aura - a radiance that emanates from and surrounds the body. In metaphysics, the proper interpretation of an aura reveals information about the self - strengths/weaknesses - and indicates “karmic” opportunities for personal growth essential to soul growth. In this workshop, your aura will be revealed and explained in a private interpretive session with Gloriana Miller. To give the historical/conceptual context, Dr. Craig Miller will present the aura, exemplifying its universality from the ancient Near East to today’s belief systems. Limited to ten participants. Sat., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $45. Also offered Saturday, March 14.
The Moveable Feast
This popular series of literary luncheons, each featuring an exciting author at different Waccamaw Neck restaurants, is held every Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fee is usually $25 and most feasts are followed by a signing at Litchfield Books at 2 p.m. Reservations are requested by the Wednesday prior to the feast. The schedule for the first quarter of 2009 is available onsite (at Art Works in the Litchfield Exchange), online (www.classatpawleys.com) or by phone, 843-235-9600. Gift certificates are available!
Jan. 9 - John Thompson (”Armageddon Conspiracy”) at Rocco’s. In this first novel, Uber-fundamentalist Christians frame the wrong man when they steal a billion dollars in a thriller set in the world of Wall Street finance. Framed for murders he didn’t commit and falsely accused of stealing hundreds of millions of dollars, Brent Lucas is alone and on the run. Wounded and fleeing from both the FBI and his would-be killers, Brent runs to Maggie DeVito, his ex-fiancée, a beautiful cop assigned to a federal anti-terrorism taskforce. Convincing her of his innocence, he must now survive long enough to prevent a strange alliance of Christian extremists and Muslim terrorists.
Jan. 16 - Ken Burger (”Swallow Savannah”) at Salt Creek Café. This debut novel of longtime Post and Courier sports columnist Ken Burger, pivots on the character of Frank Finklea, a former Oklahoma oil field worker who comes to South Carolina in the 1950s with an opportunist’s instincts and a coal black heart. In Bluff County, where there was talk that the federal government was building the world’s biggest atomic bomb factory, Finklea would find his angle, one that would propel him out of the muck and into corridors of power. Just the sort of power that could be abused with impunity.
Jan. 23 - Frances Cheston Train (”A Carolina Plantation Remembered”) at Carefree Catering. Train recalls the magic of summers spent at Friendfield Plantation in the 1930s, golden days insulated from the hardships of the Depression and filled with innocence, kindness and uncomplicated fun. This tender, minutely observed and humorous memoir is packed with detailed descriptions of everyday life and the romance of bygone days in the Lowcountry.
Jan. 30 - Daniel J. Crooks Jr. (”Lee in the Lowcountry: Defending Charleston & Savannah 1861-1862″) at Inlet Affairs. Early in his career, General Lee applied himself to the challenge of defending the young Southern Republic and two of its key cities: Charleston and Savannah. Charleston historian Danny Crooks examines Lee’s first year serving the Confederacy, a year of confusion and convoluted loyalty. Using Lee’s own words and those of his contemporaries, the reader comes to understand why Lee, and only Lee, could bring order to the early chaos of the war.
