Creation Meditation Celebration Event October 7-9 2011

Luminaria Sanctuary Creation Meditation Celebration!

 

ALL WEEKEND LONG EVENT!!! 

Friday October 7 2011 @ 5pm 

thru 

Sunday October 9 2011 @5pm

 PLEASE CONTACT 509-427-4277 or luminariasanctuary@gmail.com FOR DIRECTIONS!

We are hosting a celebratory gathering at Luminaria Sanctuary in the Columbia Gorge to build community, have fun, get creative, connect with each other and the earth, and get our hands on real projects that might help inspire creative reuse and recycling of materials in sustainable ways. We are not waiting around for things to change; we're being the change now!

Location is private, please email luminariasanctuary@gmail.com or call 509-427-4277 for directions if you are planning on coming! Thank you for understanding! Plan 50 min driving from PDX/Vancouver, 20 min from Hood River.

FOR INFO ON THIS EVENT: http://www.luminariasanctuary.com/cmc2.html

We will experiment with building a greenhouse out of entirely recycled and reused materials (oh boy!), building raised garden beds, creating some recycled art projects and possibly furniture, helping reduce fire hazards on the land, making brooms for Halloween out of scotch broom, enjoying a potluck, movie, music and maybe even dancing, drumming and a bonfire if weather and vibe/flow permit. Open to anyone who wants to get in on community "being" sustainable now. Bring your ideas, toys, music-making instruments, yummy foodstuffs, dreams, stories, tools, and joy! Overnight stays are welcome - Camping is available and retreat rooms at the sanctuary are available at a major discount. Rideshares from Portland encouraged.

Luminaria Sanctuary is a private retreat home focused on whole-istic sustainability, nestled on 10 acres of wildlife sanctuary overlooking the Columbia, surrounded by national forest. It is the dream child of community members who contribute their love, inspiration, support and skills in honor of creating a more conscious, more sustainable, more satisfying life. It is non-denominational and welcoming. Luminaria Sanctuary is in the process of becoming a non-profit. Check out www.luminariasanctuary.com to learn more.

PLEASE NOTE -  Out of respect for the land, wildlife and the residents: NO SMOKING, NO DRUGS, NO SCENTS, NO PETS, PACK IN-PACK OUT (no trash)

Luminaria Saves The Portland Sustainability & Green Living Group

Luminaria Sanctuary stepped forward this September 2011 to save The Portland Sustainability & Green Living Group. The 450+ member group went without an organizer this summer and was 6 days away from disappearing. It is now assured to go on creating a community of sustainability.

The Portland Sustainability & Green Living Group

If you are in the Portland, OR area, please help us to support the sustainable revolution! Join us at:

http://www.meetup.com/PDXSustainability/

We're also seeking businesses to offer perks and sponsorships to help us spread the word and co-create abundance!

This group is open to all those interested in voluntary sustainability/frugal living, sustainable development, green building, alternative and renewable energy sources, waste reduction and recycling, carbon-friendly commuting, composting, air and water pollution issues, organic living, office efficiency, and reducing toxins from your home (such as greener cleaners).

The intent of the group is to provide a grassroots approach to living green. We’re here to act as a catalyst giving you the tools you need to live simpler and more sustainable. Whether you’re new and not sure what steps you want to take, or a seasoned pro, anyone and everyone is welcome to join. This is a forum to meet other like-minded individuals in the Northwest. You’ll have the opportunity to attend informative lectures, seminars, workshops and presentations, book discussions, documentaries, explore some of the area’s local and organic cuisine, and participate in environmental community service activities.

SEND US A SIGN Contest!!! ART and SUSTAINABILITY in ACTION

SEND US A SIGN Contest!!!  ART and SUSTAINABILITY in ACTION

Win a 2 NIGHT STAY and 30min Healing Touch Session for 2 at Luminaria Sanctuary!

We want a natural, lovely large welcome sign for our entry drive that reflects the creativity of our local communitarians, like YOU!  It can be painted wood, sculpture, made out of forest findings or recycled materials, vertical or horizontal. YOU be the designer and builder and let nature, spirit and sustainability be the inspiration! Just send us your sketch up or description of a design you have in mind. We'll pick our favorite winning design and we'll provide a workspace for you to make it (and assistance on finding materials if necessary). Then you'll get a FREE 2 Night STAY and 30 min Healing Touch Session for 2  at Luminaria Sanctuary as our Thank You! Of course, we'll also feature you on our sites and honor your ingenuity and talent for years to come!

Design Guidelines

• Sustainable or recycled/re-used materials
• Don't spend any money! Get creative!
• Large, think 4' or 5'
• Maintains the spirit of our logo (above)
• SUBMIT TO luminariasanctuary@gmail.com