| 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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A Circle of Warriors
Presenters: Andy Mickel & Andy Miller
When: Wed. April 7, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
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.
Body Chakras - Their Developmental Significance
Presenter: Melanie Hanson
When: Wed. April 14, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open to Men and Women
Melanie will present an overview of the chakra's locations, functions, and developmental significance. This will be an experiential session. There will be visualization to access the chakras to experience the unique mental states and tools for living that they provide. We also consider how the lower chakras might be healed of past negative conditioning. All levels of experience are welcome.
Melanie Hanson has followed a Yogi path for the last 20 years. She practices in Minneapolis, specializing in energy work.
Natural Step Tai Chi
Presenters: Colin Snow
When: Wed. April 21, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open To Men and Women
Natural Step Tai Chi for health is accessible to anyone regardless of age or ability. The exercises and postures are designed to nourish the mind, body and spirit and are based upon ancient chinese systems of well being. When we play Tai Chi we create a better environment for ourselves and move towards a more harmonious way of being.
Colin Snow, born in London, U.K ,re-located to Mpls in July 2003. An elementary and special needs teacher, but primarily a Tai Chi and Qiqong instructor. Colin studied, practiced and trained with the Principal Instructor (Richard Farmer) of Rising Dragon Tai Chi School based in S.Wales. www.risingdragontaichi.com Since arriving in Minneapolis Colin has established Natural Step Tai Chi and Qiqong classes for health and healing. He continues his development in this field under the guidance of Master Chunyi Lin. For more information please contact Colin at 612 377 6469 or naturalsteptc@earthlink.net
Shamanism Today
Presenter: Timothy Cope
When: Wed. April 28, 7:00-9:00pm
Open to Men and Women
Shamanism is the oldest spiritual tradition known to humanity, yet it remains a vital and viable path today. This presentation will describe the essential nature of shamanism and consider its contemporary manifestations and applications. Come and learn about this often misunderstood spiritual tradition.
Timothy Cope has been exploring the shamanic path for over eighteen years. He is a certified shamanic counselor and maintains a healing practice in Minneapolis.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Exercise
Presenters: Andrew Magill
When: Wed. May 5, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open To Men and Women
Regular physical activity is an essential component for physical and emotional health. In this presentation, you will learn how much and what type of exercise makes sense for you. You will also learn how to integrate exercise into your daily life and stay committed. We will discuss how to decide where to exercise: at a gym, at home, or outdoors. Inexpensive equipment you can use for working out at home or while traveling will be demonstrated. Most importantly, you will learn how to make exercise fun. Much has changed since high school gym class, bring your questions!
Andrew Magill is a certified personal trainer who specializes in making fitness accessible to all, including seniors, people with disabilities and people who are new to exercise. He runs a personal training business and works at the YWCA of Minneapolis. He particularly enjoys outdoor fitness activities.
A Circle of Warriors
Presenters: Andy Mickel & Andy Miller
When: Wed. May 12, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
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.
Issues of Divorce and Custody
Presenter: George Roehrdanz
When: Wed. May 19, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Mr. Koehrdanz will address you about his personal issues and share his experiences and observations of the divorce and custody process based on his professional and personal involvement. His focus will be on men caught up in the process and steps they can make over the short term and the long term.
George M. Roehrdanz (retired) after forty-three years in the private practice of law. His law practice included a number of divorce and custody matters including his own personal divorce and custody resolution as to four children which extended over a period of ten years.
Non Violent Communication
Presenter: Scott Lewis
When: Wed. May 26, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Open To Men and Women
In a time when we are dealing with shocking violence in our schools, our families and our world, Nonviolent Communication (NVC) offers a radically different approach for connection, cooperation and peace. This interactive and innovative presentation will introduce you to NVC, based on the work of Marshall Rosenberg. NVC has been described as a language of compassion, a tool for positive social change and a spiritual practice. It is built on the premise that all human actions are based on needs that we all are seeking to meet. Connecting with these needs creates a shared basis for effective communication. You will learn ways of communicating without judgment, blame or criticism, creating compassionate connections with family, friends, and others.
Scott Lewis and Michael Merchant are Life Coaches who inspires men and women to step into their brilliance. Through weekly phone calls and email, clients reach goals faster and spark exciting opportunities. Their clients include those wishing to deepen authentic connections through Nonviolent Communication. Scott also supports adults with Attention Deficit Disorder. For a free coaching session call Scott at 651.493.8323 or Michael at 952.953.0440.
What about Men's Health?
Presenter: Clarence Jones
When: Wed. June 2, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Description coming.
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