Presentations - October/November 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:
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October/November 2003
A Circle of Warriors
Presenter: Andy Miller
When: Wed. Oct. 1 7:00-9:00
The ManKind Project is an organization of men working together to improve their lives and help other men. As New Warriors "We are an order of men called to reclaim the sacred masculine provides a model for men to generate and maintain a world in such a way as to include and yet rise above one's own issues, for the betterment of one's self, one's own family, tribe, nation and race.
We are all familiar with a man's physical tools (a hammer, a sword, a plow, .......) Is this enough? What about integrity, commitment, action and clarity? I know that most men want and need these tools. The New Warrior Training Adventure can help. Join a circle of warriors to ask questions and hear how the adventure has changed men's lives.
"The initiation of men is the hope of the world" -Don Jones, former chairman, ManKind Project
New Developments in Understanding Relationships
Presenter: Jim Duffy
When: Wed., Oct 8, 7:00-8:00pm
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 Gottman 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.
Catlin's Cause
Presenter: Wayne Olson
When: Wed. Oct. 15, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and Women
Wayne's message to people attending this presentation is related to his experiences as a perpetrator of violent acts.
His hope is that the message he brings will deter others from getting into similar situations. He will discuss the consequences of his behavior and the progression of warning signs that could have halted his violence.
The presentation title: "Catlin's Cause" is dedicated to his son from whom he was absent for five years. His son is a motivational factor in his life.
Family Law Seminar
Presenter: Steve Nichols
When: Wed. Oct. 22, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and Women
Steve will meet individually, on a first come/first serve basis with persons seeking information on various Family Law concerns, including divorce, child custody, child support, maintenance, property division and related issues. He will provide information regarding the law and also various resources available for navigating Family Court.
Steve is 46, graduated from William Mitchell College of Law four years ago (1999), passed the bar, and opened my own practice. He offers a low fee Family Law practice at rates between $50 and $100 an hour depending on income. He provides seminars similar to the one I am offering to The Men's Center, to the Hennepin County Bar Association and the Father's Resource Center. He has some trial and appellate experience.
Men Can Stop Rape Introduction and Organization Meeting
Presenter: Harry Greenberg
When: Wed., Oct. 29, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to all (But we NEED 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: a rape culture?
The session will be divided into two parts: 1) a short workshop detailing and describing the work of Men Can Stop Rape based in Washington, D.C.and 2) an in-depth discussion focused on how our community can begin the necessary groundwork to develop and promote the program locally, working with key educators and interested schools.We invite anyone who wants to raise their voice against all forms of sexual violence to join us in this critical and timely program.
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.
News About Grieving
Presenter: Chris Lewis
When: Wed. Nov. 5, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and Women
New and well researched theories and observations about bereavement differ from what most of us have learned or believed in the past. Current ideas are more confirming about the real life experiences of grieving people.
She will give an overview of new ideas and explore the relationships between loss and trauma and will describe how grief differs from depression.
Chris Lewis is a Clinical nurse specialist in mental health nursing. She is a certified grief counselor. She has worked for Hennepin County for many years as a sexual assault nurse Clinician and as a psychiatric therapist treating loss and depression. She also has a private practice.
The Return of the Goddess
Presenter: Dennis Wynne
When: Wed., Nov. 12, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and Women
This presentation is about a visit to Sophia, the images of the great Mother. It presents the need for feminine leadership in today's world. Dennis will lead an imagery journey, visualization and discussion.
Dennis Wynne, LICSW is a cofounder of the Psychosynthesis Institute of Minnesota. He jokes about being the token man who is welcoming the Goddess. He is a frequent workshop leader, spiritual advisor and psychotherapist.
Introduction to Kundalini Yoga
Presenter: Jay Walder
When: Wed., Nov. 19, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and 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> pr call 651-675-3129.
Prepare for Thanksgiving
Presenter: None
When: Wed. Nov. 27, 7:00-9:00pm
No Presentation