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Join us to Balance & Heal Mother Earth with Elders from around the world.
"Returning to the Natural World"
International Multicultural Weekend Gathering
April 21st thru 23rd, 2006
Amongst the Red Rocks of Sedona Arizona on April 21, 22 and 23, join with Earthworks for Humanity to balance and heal Mother Earth with Elders from around the world. Through music, dance, prayers and cultural exchange we will gather to support our Mother and all that dwell upon, under and above her. We will learn more about the energy that flows through her and us, how cultures from around the world, have for centuries, supported the Earth and each other through their ceremonies and customs.
Indigenous Elders from throughout the world will gather with scientists, Spiritual leaders and others to share their wisdom. The Aztecas and Deer Clan from Mexico, Havasupi from the Grand Canyon, Hopi Eagle Dancers and Yavapai-Apache Bird singers of Arizona, Incas from the Andes of Ecuador and Machu Picchu in Peru, Druids and Celts from England will all gather to share their culture and love of our Mother through music, dance and song.
Music & Dance
Healing Ceremonies
Medicines for Planetary Healing
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Acupuncture for Sacred Sites
Balance Mother Earth
Environmental Education
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[Anyone wishing to attend will not be turned away]
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
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Friday, April 21, 2006
7 - 10 PM
Sedona Creative Life Center -
The Great room
Admission: $15
(18 & under - FREE)
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| On Friday, April 21 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm in the Great Room of the Sedona Creative Life Center with the “Elders Speak” gathering. This gathering will set the intention and energy for the weekend ceremonies. Elders of various Indigenous, Scientific and Metaphysical backgrounds will provide a foundation of information regarding the Earth and our role in caring for her and each other. As in all the weekend gatherings there will be musical presentations that will inspire and uplift us all. |
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Saturday, April 22, 2006
8:30 AM - 5 PM
Red Rock High School -
Gymnasium
Admission: $25
Including Traditional Latin Lunch
(18 & under - FREE)
[Anyone wishing to attend will not be turned away] |
| On Saturday, April 22 from 8:30am to 5:00pm in the gymnasium of Sedona Red Rock High School be prepared for a tremendous exchange of high energy as the Aztecas and Celts and Druids share their music and dance that will vibrate through everyone in attendance and through the Earth grid systems. As everyone found out that attended last years gathering you will be brought to your feet to join in the dance and to raise your voices in song. Your hearts will be touched with love through the beauty and cultural significance of the Hopi Eagle Dancers, Havasupi, Yavapai-Apache Bird Singers and Incas from Ecuador. Throughout the day Elders will also share their wisdom and prayers.
••• VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Call (928) 646-3000 •••
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Sunday, April 23, 2006
9 AM - 4 PM
Red Rock High School -
Cafeteria
Admission: $35
Including Lunch from New Frontiers
(18 & under - FREE) |
| On Sunday, April 23 from 9:00am to 4:00pm in the cafeteria of Sedona Red Rock High School there will be in-depth teachings. Elders, Scientists and others will provide detailed information and conduct open discussions regarding the Earth, energy grid systems, Vortexes and cultural perspectives on Spirituality and customs. There will also be information presented about the work that began at the earth day weekend gathering of April 2005 through the activation of the Sedona Landscape Temple, what happened and what we can do to continue the work.
••• VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Call (928) 646-3000 •••
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Additional donations are always appreciated!
We welcome and appreciate all additional donations. One way you can provide some very personal support to this gathering is by sponsoring an Elder. To ensure that we are able to pay for the airfares, gas, lodging and food to bring the Elders to this gathering we are asking for you help. Please contact the Institute for Cultural Awareness at 928-852-0112 to find out more. You can also go to our web site www.ica8.org and make a donation using Pay Pal to make a Pay Pal or credit card donation.
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Earthworks For Humanity Presents:
“Thunder In The Desert”
A Day for Healing of the Land, Cleaning the Air,
and Bringing the Rain to Phoenix
Sunday, April 2, 2006
10 AM – 3 PM
Sacred Ceremony Led By Adam “Yellowbird” De Armon and Friends
ASU-West campus
4701 W. Thunderbird Rd., Glendale, AZ (Soccer field)
Are you concerned about the rapidly deteriorating air quality and severe drought conditions in the Valley of the Sun and the Southwest? Are you ready to help make a difference?
When the People come together with positive and loving intent, our unified vibrations have the power to heal and uplift the land, the climate and each other. This has been verified in many documented research studies.
Some Facts:
- The amount of runoff (rain and snow coming into the southern Arizona reservoir system) over the last year was only at 26% of normal levels.
- The American Lung Association gave Maricopa County, AZ the lowest possible (failing) score for ozone and particulate levels in the air in 2005.
- Over 2.6 million Valley residents (79% of the total population) are now at high risk for respiratory conditions due to poor air quality. These conditions include asthma, bronchitis, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
How We Can Help:
It has been well documented that many conditions can improve when groups of people pray or meditate together. This is a universal truth that embraces all religions and beliefs.
For examples:
When 4000 people participated in a long-term meditation project in Washington, DC. In 1993, the rate of violent crime reduced between 24 - 48%.
Lake Biwa is the largest lake in Japan. It had become highly polluted over the 1980s – 1990s, and was covered every summer with a putrefying species of foreign algae with a terrible smell. The government had to spray toxic chemicals each summer to kill the smell. In 1999, 300 people chanted and prayed on the shores of the lake, sending their positive vibrations into the water. During that summer of 1999 the algae levels were the lowest in 20 years, and with almost no complaints about the bad smell.
To find more information about this event you can go to AchieveRadio.com.
(Earth Works for Humanity is sponsored by the Institute for Cultural Awareness, a 501c3 non-profit organization providing a safe and healthy environment for cultural exchange and healing. ICA has ongoing operating expenses as well as specific expenses for individual events such as Earth Works for Humanity and Earth Dance8. Tax deductible donations are appreciated to defray expenses associated with the Dance. An ICA PayPal account is available at www.ica8.org)
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Earth Works for Humanity Presents
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Earth Works for Humanity presents the premiere of the film “The White Road” by Elke von Linde and Michael Springer. This film is about freedom and crossing borders. It is a memory of the “5th Elder Reunion of America” that was held in Merida Yucatan, in Mexico, at Spring Equinox 2002. This was the first time that other cultures were invited to the traditional reunion of elders and had the opportunity to participate in the ceremonies with priests and shamans of the Americas. “The White Road” was created for eyes and ears open for the messages of respect and awareness. “This is the time to share sacred Indigenous wisdom, prophecies and old traditional knowledge to help mankind survive,” our elders are saying.
Join us for an extraordinary evening at the Sedona Library on February 4, 2006 from 7:30pm- 9:30pm. Social gathering beginning at 7:00pm in preparation of opening ceremonies. Representatives from South America and North America will be present to speak more in depth of the Indigenous prophesies.
Cost for admission is $5 per person. Proceeds go to the Institute for Cultural Awareness non-profit organization providing a safe and healthy environment for cultural exchange and healing. For more information contact ICA at 928-852-0112
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Explore the Andean Textile Art - February 5, 2006
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The Indigenous community of Salasaca, Ecuador is the most vibrant Indigenous culture known for their extraordinary craftsmanship and exquisite Andean textile art. Experience the ancient Inkan tradition through weaving, symbology, storytelling, music and dance. Meet Inkan wisdom teachers Victoria and Marcelino Chango as they demonstrate the weaving process from start to finish with 100% natural wool and dyes derived from plants and vegetation. Rich with knowledge, color and tradition Victoria and Marcelino will link you to their sacred ancestral lineage through hands on experience. Please wear comfortable clothing. Bring home your experience with tapestries, handbags, hats, and/or musical CD’s available for purchase. Don’t forget your camera! Join us in the Universal Room at the Sedona Creative life Center on February 5, 2006 from 3-5pm. Admission only $12. For more information contact ICA at 928-852-0112
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FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 2005
THE ELDERS SPEAK
with Elders from North & South America
6:00 PM
DEVI YOGA CENTER
215 Coffe Pot Drive
Sedona, Arizona
(928) 203-4046
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Earth Dance Video
See a short online version of the Earth Dance Video
Windows Media version
Here
Apple Quicktime version
Here
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Kevin Locke
www.kevinlocke.com
Traditional Lakota song, hoop dance and storytelling
Join us for a Spectacular Performance
A breathtaking expression of the oneness for humanity
Click Here
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You can find more information about ICA Sponsored events by contacting the ICA office:
info@earthdance8.org
Phone:
928-852-0112 • Fax:
928-646-0299
Mail: Post Office Box 1502 Cornville, AZ 86325
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