Presentations - June / July 2003

The Men's Center Board appreciates the volunteer presenters who return from time to time and welcome first timers. Their presentations add a new dimension to our weekly Wednesday night gatherings.

Please take time to read the descriptions and plan to attend if they stimulate your interest. Bring a friend to share the experience and acquaint him/her with the Men's Center. Each presentation is intended to promote personal growth, stimulate your interest in a topic, and to give you an opportunity to interact with other attendees.

We are always looking for new presenters and topics. Please call Randy at The Men's Center, 612-822-5892 with your ideas and names. We appreciate your help.

Presentations are the sole responsibility of the presenter(s). The Men's Center does not endorse, takes no specific position, nor does it hold any opinion on the presentations, or of any information imparted, or of the presenter(s) themselves.

The Men's Center is a RESOURCE for the community, a clearing house for information of all kinds, agreeable or not, to one's beliefs. Listen, participate and make your own decisions.

All groups meet at TMC, 3249 Hennepin Ave. So, Suite 55, unless otherwise noted. These low cost presentations are shown in the Calendar of Events and a more extensive description follows. No pre-registration is needed; entrance fees collected at the door are:

  • Non-Members of TMC $5.
  • Regular Members ($20 level) - $3
  • Patron Members - FREE

    Note: All events are for men only unless otherwise stated.

June / July 2003

No Presentation
When: Wed., June 4

Presentation
Presenter: David Kaar
When: Wed., June 11, 7:00-9:00pm
No description available.

Music Caused Hearing Loss
Presenter: Doug Erickson
When: Wed., June 18, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and Women
Have your ears started ringing yet? Mine do, and I am learning that I probably could have prevented it. It's also our own unamplified instruments, stereos, headphones, car stereos, plus lawn mowers, leaf blowers, snowblowers, hobbies, etc. Join me for a discussion about hearing loss and how we can minimize the damage we do to our own hearing. Men and women including professionals in field are welcome.

Doug Erickson is a retired sound system consultant. He has been interested in men's issues for many years more recently in health issues.

Prosperity and You
Presenter: Peter Campbell
When: Wed., June 25, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and Women
Your most deeply held beliefs are creating your experiences in life. If you want your Prosperity to improve, and you realize that this will mean changing core beliefs, this seminar is for you. You will learn how having a healthy emotional life can open doors to prosperity in all areas. You will receive tools and techniques which, when used, will show you immediate results.

Peter Campbell is a minister and a graduate of Theophilus Divinity School and a residential building contractor. He is owner of Conscious Contracting Inc. He has led workshops on prosperity, self-esteem and relationships, releasing guilt and sacrifice, and he has also taught lessons on A Course in Miracles. Peter teaches what he lives and that means surrendering to the wisdom behind his defenses. FFI please call 612 202 4578.

New Developments in Understanding Relationships, Part I
Presenter Jim Duffy
When: Wed., July 2, 7:00-9:00pm
Part 1 - Lecture See Part II, July 30, Questions-Discussion
Open to Men and Women
There has been a lot of exciting and valuable research published in recent years on the subject of behaviors that help or hinder success in intimate relationships.

From scientific researchers such as John Gorrman and Neil Jacobson to psychiatric authors such as Bernard Appelbaum and Ellen Wachtel these recent results are both immensely practical and profoundly fascinating in what they teach us about human nature. Come and hear a summary presentation of some of the recent research and learn more about how you can study in depth the new developments in understanding of intimate human relationships.

Jim Duffy is a writer and freelance researcher in a wide variety of areas of the human studies. He is a humanist, educator and consultant whose popular presentation and many subjects at the The Men's Center have been well received as both interesting and useful as well as often controversial.

New Meds for HIV & Diabetes
Presenter: Amanda Tatra
When: Wed., July 9, 7:00-9:00pm
Amanda Tatra, a pharmacist has a special interest in studying new medication for the treatment of HIV and diabetes. Her presentation will focus on recent findings and developments in the treatment of HIV and diabetes.

Men Can Stop Rape
Presenter: Harry Greenberg
When: Wed., Jul 16, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men
Men commit the majority of all sexual crimes with studies showing that between 10 to 20% of all males are sexually violated at some point in their lives. What is our responsibility AS MEN to expand the concept of prevention and address the root cause of this problem. Many have classified our society as a rape culture?

This is an educational and provocative workshop that will help assess your attitudes concerning rape, and provide a new direction for men who wish to do popular education and organizing to stop rape in our community.

Harry Greenberg is a trained mediator assigned to Ramsey County Court Services in St. Paul. His work as an external consultant focuses on the area of organizational development with special emphasis on conflict management systems and anger management programming. Both his paid and volunteer work incorporate his life long commitment to the elimination of institutional racism and social and economic justice.

Introduction to Kundalini yoga
Presenter: Jay Walder
When: Wed., Jul. 23, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men & Women
Kundalini Yoga is an ancient art that integrates active movement with stretches, breath, meditation and mantras. It can be used to break through old patterns, elevate the spirit, increase endurance, clear the mind, heal the body and build energy.
This yoga is fun and efficient, challenging yet achievable! Come ready to hear more about it and learn by doing. Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothes.

Jay Walder is a runner, dancer, and a dedicated Kundalini yoga practitioner. He has a BA in Physics from Carleton College, and teaches classes for men and couples, exploring the benefit of yoga for emotional clarity, addiction recovery, deeper intimacy and a greater sense of happiness. FFI - email <walderaj@yahoo.com>or call 651-675-3129

New Developments in Understanding Relationships Part II
Presenter: Jim Duffy
When: Wed., Jul 30, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and Women
Continuation Part II - Questions & Discussion about Jim's lecture on July 2. You don't need to have attended the lecture but it would be helpful.

There has been a lot of exciting and valuable research published in recent years on the subject of behaviors that help or hinder success in intimate relationships.

From scientific researchers such as John Gorrman and Neil Jacobson to psychiatric authors such as Bernard Appelbaum and Ellen Wachtel these recent results are both immensely practical and profoundly fascinating in what they teach us about human nature. Come and hear a summary presentation of some of the recent research and learn more about how you can study in depth the new developments in understanding of intimate human relationships.

Jim Duffy is a writer and freelance researcher in a wide variety of areas of the human studies. He is a humanist, educator and consultant whose popular presentation and many subjects at the The Men's Center have been well received as both interesting and useful as well as often controversial.

Men's Rights in Divorce
Presenter: Jim Gerharter
When: Wed., Aug. 6, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and Women
Jim will focus this presentation on men's rights and responsibilities in domestic relationships and pre-divorce actions which can help or hinder men in protecting their rights.

Jim Gerharter is a Minneapolis attorney practicing in the Uptown area. He represents primarily men in domestic cases. He is a longtime member of the Men's Center and has made numerous presentations at the center .


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