2013 Workshop & Event Calendar

Please check the website often as additional workshops will be added.

Please register for workshops & events when you make your overnight or day visit reservation. Register online or call
518-668-9690, option 1. We can only notify you of schedule changes or cancellations if you register in advance.

If a workshop or event has a fee listed, it will be added to the day visit rate of $15, the cost of a season pass or the cost of your overnight stay. Events considered fund raisers for Wiawaka specify special pricing and registration within the event description.

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Fri, Jun 14 - 16, 2013
A Holistic Retreat - Qigong, Meditation, Yoga, Chakra Balancing and Massage. (12:00 AM)

QiGong - Morning and Evening, Guided Meditation By the Lake, Massage, Yoga, Chakra / Energy Balancing, Relaxation

Registration for this preseason retreat must be made with the presenter, The Center for Massage and Holistic Therapy. Click on the Visit link below or call 860-721-0249.

Weekend retreat cost is $ 450 per person which includes lodging, meals and workshop events.
Visit

Wed, Jun 19, 2013
Rejuvenation Wednesday (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Enjoy back to back classes; Pilates at 9:30 with Kathy Porcell followed by Yoga with Genii Pittelli, RYT 200 at 10:30. Renew, refresh and restore your mind, body and spirit. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. All levels welcome.

Both classes are free with the day visit rate of $15, a season pass or an overnight stay.
Location: House of Trix

Mon, Jun 24, 2013
Writing as a way to explore & experience inner & outer landscape (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Writing Workshop: Writing is a way of looking closely at both our inner and outer world. In this workshop we will learn the "skill" of following the threads of our own mind and heart and see where we are led. All that is necessary are curiosity and a love of journeying with the pen.

Class is free with the day visit fee of $15, a season pass or an overnight stay.
Location: Fuller House porch

Wed, Jun 26, 2013
Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Enjoy back to back classes; Pilates at 9:30 with Kathy Porcell followed by Yoga with Genii Pittelli, RYT 200 at 10:30. Renew, refresh and restore your mind, body and spirit. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. All levels welcome.

Classes are free with the day visit rate of $15, a season pass or an overnight stay.

Mon, Jul 1, 2013
Painting with Alice (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)

Creative artist Alice Tunison welcomes you to paint beautiful pictures with a Chinese brush painting class. Using a variety of art materials participants will be guided through developing each uniquely special rendering.

The materials fee is in addition to the day visit fee of $15, a season pass or an overnight stay.
Cost: $15 Materials fee
Location: House of Trix

Mon, Jul 1, 2013
The Healing Power of Acceptance (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM)

The Healing Power of Acceptance: Many of us have events in our past that we wish hadn't happened. We have relationships that we pray could be different. We may even have a current situation in our lives that we can barely acknowledge, whether it's a health issue, the choices of someone we love or some external situation that is draining our energy. Through group conversation and a guided exercise learn how acceptance of "what is" is a vital step to regain your focus and energy so that you can create a healthier, happier future.

Minimum of 3 participants.

Cate is available for personal coaching sessions following her workshop.

Cate LaBarre is a coach, consultant, teleclass and workshop leader specializing in women's wellness and self-care. Cate is trained and certified by The Ford Institute of Integrative Coaching at JFK University. She offers private coaching by phone and in person, teleconference and live workshops. She is an ongoing mentor of coaches in training for The Ford Institute and author of forthcoming book When Sick Happens: Discover Your Inner Healer
Location: House of Trix
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Mon, Jul 1, 2013
Acceptance: Yoga and the Theme of Acceptance. (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

I begin with a heart oriented story and the definition of acceptance. I relate how yoga is a metaphor for life. When we allow ourselves to show up on the mat with all our darkness and brightness we are freer. We are more likely to modify the yoga to fit our body. We can learn to understand we are always changing and learn to accept where we are on that particular day. We feel the freedom in all parts of ourselves. When we accept all parts of ourselves we will live more joyfully and be freer to show the world who we really are. I call this loving what is.

Asanas - postures will be more heart oriented. I will also include several hip openers and chest expanding postures.

I will use some essential oils, some add chakra work, and a brief meditation.

Janet Dunn-Davenport has been a seeker of solace and joy most of her life. She started studying yoga and meditation in the 1970's. She holds certifications in yoga, yoga therapy, yoga dance, life coaching, integrative nutrition, and meditation. She is also a professional storyteller. Her life work is all about empowerment, gratitude, and acceptance. Her framework for her yoga classes are story, opening to grace, alignment, action, and loving what is off and on the mat.
Location: House of Trix

Tue, Jul 2, 2013
Meditation with Marcie (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Meditation is an ancient practice of going inward to still the busy mind. Modern science and alternative medicine now both agree that to be able to calm stress, anxiety, & high blood pressure through sitting still with ourselves is a valuable
tool indeed. To do this together in the energy of others and the beautiful setting of Wiawaka is a heart centered practice.

WHAT TO WEAR OR BRING
Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring your own yoga mat if you have one. I always recommend a bottle of water!

Marcie Savastano CMT,RMT is an Ananda Certified, Paramahansa
Yogananda lineage meditation teacher and a Usui lineage Reiki Master Teacher.
Location: House of Trix

Tue, Jul 2, 2013
Painting with Alice (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Another chance to work with creative artist Alice Tunison, who welcomes you to paint beautiful pictures and learn Chinese brush painting. Using a variety of art materials participants will be guided through developing each uniquely special rendering.

This is the same workshop Alice is holding on July 1st.

The materials fee is in addition to the day visit rate of $15, a season pass or an overnight stay.
Cost: $15 Materials fee
Location: House of Trix

Wed, Jul 3, 2013
Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Mon, Jul 8, 2013
Julia Child: Cook and Nifty Wench (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM)

Storyteller Kate Dudding shares stories about Julia Child, who made French cooking accessible to American cooks, was the first person on PBS to win an Emmy, and enjoyed a passionate marriage. Come hear how this Smith graduate worked for the OSS during World War II, married a sophisticated man 6" shorter than herself, and taught millions everything they needed to know to produce delicious meals.

From Clifton Park, storyteller Kate Dudding creates entertaining, heartwarming and memorable stories about real people who made a difference. She has told stories at many venues in the Northeastern USA. Each of her first two CDS has received a national award. In 2010, she won the story slam (competition) at the National Storytelling Conference in Los Angeles. Her third CD, Young People Who Made a Difference, was released in July 2012. You can learn more about her as well as read and watch some of her stories at katedudding.com .
Location: Fuller parlor
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Tue, Jul 9, 2013
Journal Writing Circle (1:00 PM - 2:30 PM)

Discover the many benefits and techniques of journaling. We will spend our time together writing from a variety of prompts; some are thought-provoking, some will help bring clarity to our life and put you in touch with your deepest self and others are just plain fun. Due to the private nature of journal writing, we will not read our writing to each other as a general practice. Beginning and experienced journal writers welcome. Bring a notebook or journal and a favorite pen.

Lynn Sickles is an experienced journal writer and workshop facilitator. She believes that writing down our thoughts, ideas, emotions and memories and the details of our day to day life can be an insightful and empowering tool that helps bring clarity to our life. Journal writing is important to living a peaceful, happy, healthy and balanced life and helps women on the journey of self discovery.
Location: Wakonda sitting room

Wed, Jul 10, 2013
Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Enjoy back to back classes; Pilates at 9:30 with Kathy Porcell followed by Yoga with Genii Pittelli, RYT 200 at 10:30. Renew, refresh and restore your mind, body and spirit. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. All levels welcome.

Class is free with the day visit rate of $15, a season pass or an overnight stay.
Location: to be determined

Wed, Jul 10, 2013
Lady of Yaddo: The Gilded Age Memoir of Katrina Trask (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)

Please welcome Lynn Esmay, author of Lady of Yaddo: The Gilded Age Memoir of Katrina Trask. This novel is historical fiction. It is told in the voice and style of the real Lady of Yaddo, taken from correspondence, scrapbooks and records held in the Yaddo archives of the New York Public Library and from Katrina's own literary works.

Book signing after Lynn's informal talk.
Location: Fuller House

Thu, Jul 11, 2013
Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Enjoy back to back classes; Pilates at 9:30 with Linda Schaffer followed by Plyoga with Siobhan A'Hearn; a mix of Pilates and yoga that both strengthens and lengthens the body with an emphasis on core stability.

Renew, refresh and restore your mind, body and spirit. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. All levels welcome.

Classes are free with the day visit rate of $15, a season pass or an overnight stay
Location: to be determined

Fri, Jul 12, 2013
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Ready to try something new and have fun?! Lake George Kayak Co. and Tina Fetten bring SUP to Wiawaka. No experience necessary to try this fast growing water sport. Learn the basics, get a great workout and yes-have fun! Please wear swim clothing, or quick drying exercise clothing (no cotton), and bring a towel.

Class size limited to 8.
Cost: $25 board rental and instructor fee
Location: Trix swimming area

Fri, Jul 12 - 14, 2013
Creating your Best Life (12:00 AM)

We've designed this program to be fun and engaging. You'll easily learn how to make wise choices to create your best life. Understanding the connections of our physical, emotional, and mental natures helps us to see more clearly. When we comprehend the difference between what we can and cannot change, choice becomes simpler. The path into your future becomes clearer. Join us in creating positive dreams and a new outlook for your future!

July 12 Friday Evening; 7:30 - 8:30 Meet and Greet
July 13 Saturday Morning Session,9:30 a.m.-12 noon, Belief, Intention, and Manifestation
Saturday Afternoon Session,1p.m.-5(at the latest) Creating a Dream Book of Goals
July 14 Sunday Morning Session 9:30-10:30 Recap:New Ways of Seeing, Being, Doing and Having

Dorothea O'Regan is a Certified Master-Clinical Hypnotherapist, Instructor of Hypnotherapy,and a Reiki Master. . She established her company, Quantum Hypnosis Center, in 2001. Besides private appointments for her clients, Dorothea leads weekly meditation groups. She has designed and presented numerous "holistic" programs and seminars for public audiences.

Nancy Griffin is a private life-skills consultant and Reiki Master, a wife, mother, and grandmother. She is a professional Middle Eastern and Hawaiian dance instructor and performer of over thirty year's standing. She is currently Middle Eastern Dance instructor at Northern Essex Community College, Haverhill, Mass., and recently was the invited guest dance instructor to Phillips Exeter Academy, Exeter, NH .
Cost: $90, materials and presenter fee
Location: Wakonda sitting room

Sun, Jul 14, 2013
Hyde Family Fun Day at Wiawaka Holiday House (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

A fun-filled afternoon for the whole family with activities and tours provided by The Hyde, Lake George Association, and Wiawaka. Light refreshments available. Picnicking welcome. Activities to include art projects, nature walks, scavenger hunts and more. Part of The Hyde's "My Summer Place" programming.
Cost: Free

Mon, Jul 15, 2013
Meet Your Best Friend (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM)

Meet Your Best Friend: What are the qualities of a best friend? Perhaps it's someone who is always there for you, ready to encourage you, love you unconditionally and kick your butt when needed. Maybe it's someone who can support you in your darkest hour. Only you can qualify what a best friend is for you. Do you ever wonder what it would be like to be your own best friend? We'll have conversation about best friends and then participate in a loving and self-honoring exercise so that you can meet YOUR inner best friend.

Minimum of 3 participants.

Cate is available for personal coaching sessions following the workshop.

Cate LaBarre is a coach, consultant, teleclass and workshop leader specializing in women's wellness and self-care. Cate is trained and certified by The Ford Institute of Integrative Coaching at JFK University. She offers private coaching by phone and in person, teleconference and live workshops. She is an ongoing mentor of coaches in training for The Ford Institute and author of forthcoming book When Sick Happens: Discover Your Inner Healer
Location: House of Trix
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Wed, Jul 17, 2013
Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Enjoy back to back classes; Pilates at 9:30 with Kathy Porcell followed by Yoga with Genii Pittelli at 10:30. Renew, refresh and restore your mind, body and spirit. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. All levels welcome.
Location: House of Trix

Thu, Jul 18, 2013
''Perfect Pictures Every Time'' One Day Adirondack Photography Workshop (1:00 PM - 8:00 PM)

Carl Heilman's Comprehensive One Day Adirondack Photography Workshop is for beginning to intermediate level photographers and features instruction on many facets of digital and film photography including - camera basics, digital camera features and menus, RAW files, (histograms), digital workflow, lenses, depth of field, composition, lighting, and various photo techniques.

The 8 hour day features about 3 - 4 hours of classroom instruction, with plenty of time for Q & A. This will be followed with several hours of photography at nearby photo locations practicing camera techniques and photography principles.

Carl has been photographing the Adirondack wilderness since 1975, working to capture on film the grandeur of this special place. His published books include, 'Lake George', 'The Adirondacks', 'Our New York', 'Wild New York, 'Backroads of New York', and 'The Coast of Maine'. His most recent titles, 'Contemporary Landscape Photography', and 'The Landscape Photographer's Field Guide', are about the art and techniques involved in outdoor photography.
Cost: $100 Instructor Fee
Location: House of Trix
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Thu, Jul 18, 2013
Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Fri, Jul 19, 2013
Creating & Allowing A Life You Love! (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)

Is it time to get out of "STUCK" and see what else is POSSIBLE?!

Where are you choosing things that actually destroy your life instead of creating it?

What kind of change would be possible if there were no change that was impossible?

If you are truly choosing chang...I can help!

Barbra Gilman facilitates Access Consciousness, a set of tools and processes that are easy, dynamic, fast, and fun! She will show you how to shift any area of your life, with the possibility of a new way of being in your life, any area that you are looking to create change. With her help, you can make your life different or greater than it currently is.

It is time to show up with all of your gifts and capacities and contribute to your life and the planet. You are capable of so much more!

If money is the issue of why you won't take class, contact Barbra for another possibility!

BarbraGilman.com Barbraspks@aol.com
929-777-0873

Barbra Gilman Transformational Specialist...Author of "The Unofficial Guide For Living Successfully On Planet Earth" and a contributing author to "An Indigo Celebration" and "The Indigo Children Ten Years Latter." Barbra Gilman, has over thirty-five years experience as a therapist/coach. She is the founder of Success Strategies For Life, a Certified Access Consciousness Facilitator and developed "Conscious Parenting for a New Paradigm." Barbra served as the Director of Family Education for Neale Donald Walsch's Heartlight Education and the Center for Spiritual Awareness. She has hosted her own radio show, "Conscious Choices."
Cost: $ 50
Location: House of Trix

Fri, Jul 19, 2013
Creating & Allowing a Life you Love- a brief free introduction (9:00 AM - 9:30 AM)

A sneak preview of Barbra's 3-5pm workshop that may help you decide to take her class!
Location: Fuller House parlor

Fri, Jul 19, 2013
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Sat, Jul 20, 2013
Drumming Workshop for Beginners (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)

Although this workshop is geared toward beginners, anyone who has drumming experience is also welcome. Sound Foundation will teach the basic drum strokes, and participants will learn several drum songs. Expect to have a lot of fun! We will provide drums for 12 participants. We can accomodate more than 12 if individuals bring their own drums (ashikos, djembes or congas only--no frame drums). Making music together is a real joy everyone should experience!

This is the 14th summer Sound Foundation is at Wiawaka!

Class is free with the day visit rate of $15 or your overnight stay.
Location: House of Trix

Sun, Jul 21, 2013
Coffee on the Porch-Open House Tours (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Join us for coffee, talk of Wiawaka and tours of our historic grounds.
If you've always wondered what Wiawaka is all about, come find out!
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Location: Fuller House

Tue, Jul 23, 2013
Journal Writing Circle (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM)

Discover the many benefits and techniques of journaling. We will spend our time together writing from a variety of prompts; some are thought-provoking, some will help bring clarity to our life and put you in touch with your deepest self and others are just plain fun. Due to the private nature of journal writing, we will not read our writing to each other as a general practice. Beginning and experienced journal writers welcome. Bring a notebook or journal and a favorite pen.

Lynn is an experienced journal writer and workshop facilitator. She believes that writing down our thoughts, ideas, emotions and memories and the details of our day to day life can be an insightful and empowering tool that helps bring clarity to our life. Journal writing is important to living a peaceful, happy, healthy and balanced life and helps women on the journey of self discovery.
Location: Fuller Parlor

Tue, Jul 23, 2013
Meditation with Marcie (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Meditation is an ancient practice of going inward to still the busy mind. Modern science and alternative medicine now both agree that to be able to calm stress, anxiety, & high blood pressure through sitting still with ourselves is a valuable
tool indeed. To do this together in the energy of others and the beautiful setting of Wiawaka is a heart centered practice.

WHAT TO WEAR OR BRING
Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring your own yoga mat if you
have one. I always recommend a bottle of water!

Marcie Savastano CMT,RMT is an Ananda Certified, Paramahansa
Yogananda lineage meditation teacher and a Usui lineage Reiki Master Teacher.
Location: Rose treatment room

Thu, Jul 25, 2013
Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Jul 25, 2013
Afternoon Art Class at Wiawaka Holiday House (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

A Study in Nature: Looking Closely Sketch and paint with instructor Carolyn Corbo while enjoying the Lake George view and the flora of the landscape. Suitable for all levels of artistic ability. Limited to 16 participants ages 18 and up. Part of The Hyde's "My Summer Place" programming.
Cost: $15 materials fee
Location: House of Trix

Fri, Jul 26, 2013
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Fri, Jul 26 - 28, 2013
Appraise, Align and Fire Up Your Life (7:00 PM)

Step up and learn what a values-focused lifestyle looks like: joyful, empowered and riding along in a state of flow. You'll journal, interact with like-minded attendees and collage your way to a deeper knowing of what you hold most dear: your values. Then learn ways to bypass the energy drains and distractions that keep you from living your ideal life. Turn a collage into a "True You" box and leave with tools to help you take intelligent steps towards joy.

Anne Gregson is a certified Life Coach, Artist and Fun Instigator. After an art teaching career of 23 years, she has figured out how to savor life on her own terms and help anyone who will listen do the same. Beti Spangel is a Freelance Writer and Legal Secretary who blogs about her homesteading adventures with her husband. She is an avid journaler who uses and teaches journaling as a tool for personal strategic planning and empowerment. Her work has appeared in Mane Stream and Appaloosa Journal.
Cost: $110 Presenter and materials fee
Location: House of Trix
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Fri, Jul 26, 2013
INTRODUCTION TO ENERGY FOR HEALTH & HEALING (9:15 AM - 12:00 PM)

Energy is the vital life force that activates every function and drives
every process in the human body. Learn about your energy system
and why it is so important to your physical, emotional and spiritual
health. The instructor will teach you a powerful and practical
acupressure tapping technique that you can use to help you feel
better by boosting your energy level and releasing the energy
disruptions blocking good physical and emotional health. The
instructor will also perform an energy assessment on an individual's
energy system, indicating weaknesses and imbalances that may be
contributing to physical or emotional health concerns and will also
demonstrate how energy testing can be used to assess the
compatibility of foods and substances with a person's body. Jack
Treiber is a Certified Energy Practitioner and Personal Energy Advisor
in practice as "Energy for Health & Healing, LLC" in downtown
Saratoga Springs and Clifton Park.
Location: House of Trix

Sat, Jul 27, 2013
Playful Spontaneous Abstract Printmaking (1:30 PM - 3:30 PM)

Two hours of improvised, spontaneous play using recycled objects and materials and richly vibrant printmaking inks. Create 6 to 12 styrofoam relief abstract prints on rice paper per participant. Nadia Korths' printmaking technique is quick to learn. It is a sensuous and meditative experience which produces prolific results that anyone and all can create. If you are feeling blocked in your own creative endeavors, the in-the-moment approach of this workshop has helped others unblock. Though the artist has a ready supply of small human debris to use to create prints with, participants are encouraged to bring their own recent collection of human debris and/or of meaningful objects. No more than a pocketful. These objects will not be duplicated but be transformed.
Cost: $ 10 materials fee
Location: Lake House porch or Wakonda sitting room
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Sun, Jul 28, 2013
Story Hour for all Ages and Scones, Jam, and Tea (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Come to Wiawaka for a story hour for all ages. Catherine and Pam Golden will take you on an educational, fun-filled visit to Victorian England to meet two cats named Rose and Leopold from their new children's book entitled Victorian Cat Tales, Book One: The Life and Times of Rose and Leopold. The cats' lives intersect with the history of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and teach you British customs. We will have on display the clay sculptures and pictures of the real cats behind the story. Then we will all have homemade scones, jam, and tea, just like the two cats in the story.

Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Location: Fuller House

Sun, Jul 28, 2013
English Tea Party Scones workshop (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Learn to bake perfect sweet and savory scones for your next proper English tea. We will learn basic technique of scone baking and discuss a little bit of the history of afternoon tea and the role of scones in that tradition.

Rebecca Rawling is a graduate of Skidmore College and MA in literature and Victorian literature from University of Rochester.
Location: Fuller parlor

Mon, Jul 29 - 30, 2013
Wiawaka Felt(making): You and Georgia O'Keefe (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Robin Blakney-Carlson of Luckystone Feltworks Studio, Glens Falls, NY, is returning to share the ancient craft of hand felt making, using simple tools and materials: your hands, soap, water, wool, natural fibers and agitation. You will learn a basic wet felting technique to create individual felt collage works out of a palette of colorful unspun wool and fibers.

Like Georgia O'Keeffe did in 1908, we will look at Wiawaka's surroundings for inspiration and will consider how this Lake George landscape must have appeared to the 21 year old O'Keeffe in those early years, and how it influenced her work.

On day two we'll sit together and embellish our felt with hand stitching and beads to create truly unique Wiawaka Art Felts. We will share some of O'Keeffe's personal reflections of Lake George.

You will discover why traditional feltmaking has been gaining in popularity around the globe. The magic of transforming fibers to textile is relaxing, forgiving and very addictive. Visit www.luckystonestudio.com to see more feltwork.

Please wear sleeves that can be rolled up; bring an old towel, your reading glasses and an open mind.

Beginner friendly, no artistic experience necessary!
Cost: $15 materials fee
Location: House of Trix

Wed, Jul 31, 2013
History of Millionaires Row (12:00 PM - 2:15 PM)

Lake George and Millionaires' Row has such rich history, stories and historical significance that needs to be shared. Please join us for a journey of elegance and history while Carol McCarthy takes us on a "tour" of the History of the Sagamore Hotel, originally built in 1893, and its adjacent properties. The elegance, glamour, tragedies, and struggles of this magnificent property through the years will be presented through a PowerPoint presentation which includes a wealth of vintage photos..

Carol's presentation begins at 1pm following a delicious buffet lunch served at noon.

Carol McCarthy is a Professor Emeritus in the Business Administration Department of Hudson Valley Community College in Troy. Ms. McCarthy is a strong women's advocate and serves on the Board of Wiawaka. Carol is a frequent lecturer on the History of Millionaires' Row and has been fortunate enough to live on two of the Millionaires' Row properties. She has spent many years enjoying the splendor of the Sagamore Hotel.
Cost: $25 includes lunch
Location: House of Trix

Wed, Jul 31, 2013
Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Enjoy back to back classes; Pilates at 9:30 with Kathy Porcell followed by Yoga with Genii Pittelli, RYT 200 at 10:30. Renew, refresh and restore your mind, body and spirit. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. All levels welcome.

Class is free with the day visit rate of $15, a season pass or an overnight stay.
Location: House of Trix

Thu, Aug 1, 2013
Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Aug 1, 2013
Meditation with Marcie (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Meditation is an ancient practice of going inward to still the busy mind. Modern science and alternative medicine now both agree that to be able to calm stress, anxiety, & high blood pressure through sitting still with ourselves is a valuable
tool indeed. To do this together in the energy of others and the beautiful setting of Wiawaka is a heart centered practice.

WHAT TO WEAR OR BRING
Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring your own yoga mat if you
have one. I always recommend a bottle of water!

Marcie Savastano CMT,RMT is an Ananda Certified, Paramahansa
Yogananda lineage meditation teacher and a Usui lineage Reiki Master Teacher.
Location: House of Trix

Fri, Aug 2 - 4, 2013
Painting Lakeside with Anne Diggory (12:00 AM)

Artist Anne Diggory will direct a women's only weekend of painting for all levels of ability with a focus on the role of abstraction landscape painting. The three days will include demonstrations, discussions, and individual critiques - along with plenty of time to paint. The work will be based on close observation, but will range from fairly abstract to more detailed realism, depending on personal ambition. Part of The Hyde's "My Summer Place" programming.

Minimum of 10 participants required.
Cost: $180 materials and presenter fee
Location: House of Trix & Wakonda

Fri, Aug 2, 2013
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Mon, Aug 5, 2013
Your Relationships and Your Health (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM)

Your Relationships and Your Health: "It's quite possible that nothing can impact your ability to take care of yourself or influence your beliefs more than your relationships. Think of the nights you have found yourself wide awake, worrying about a child or parent. Remember a time when you were having a rocky period with a friend or intimate relationship. What did that pain or worry do to you energetically, emotionally and physically?" [Excerpt from Cate's forthcoming book: When Sick Happens: Discover Your Inner Healer] Together we'll discuss how relationships impact your self-care and share an exercise to help you make one small change in a current relationship that will result in a healthier, happier you.

Minimum of 3 participants.

Cate is available for personal coaching sessions following her workshop.

Cate LaBarre is a coach, consultant, teleclass and workshop leader specializing in women's wellness and self-care. Cate is trained and certified by The Ford Institute of Integrative Coaching at JFK University. She offers private coaching by phone and in person, teleconference and live workshops. She is an ongoing mentor of coaches in training for The Ford Institute and author of forthcoming book When Sick Happens: Discover Your Inner Healer
Location: House of Trix
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Mon, Aug 5, 2013
Relationship and Your Health: Yoga and the Theme of Relationship and Your Health (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

I begin with story, scientific evidence on the benefits of yoga, and my personal journey with yoga. I believe that yoga is the catalyst to honoring and paying attention to what the body needs. Yoga teaches us to listen on a deeper level. We may begin to feed ourselves a better quality of food, have healthier relations with ourselves and with others, and simply choose to take better care of ourselves in all realms. I weave story, poetry, and intentions into the class.

Asanas - postures will be more about alignment, stretching, breath, and noticing. This will be a slower practice with intentions placed in the rhythm of the class. A brief guided meditation will be added as well.

Janet Dunn-Davenport has been a seeker of solace and joy most of her life. She started studying yoga and meditation in the 1970's. She holds certifications in yoga, yoga therapy, yoga dance, life coaching, integrative nutrition, and meditation. She is also a professional storyteller. Her life work is all about empowerment, gratitude, and acceptance. Her framework for her yoga classes are story, opening to grace, alignment, action, and loving what is off and on the mat.
Location: House of Trix

Tue, Aug 6, 2013
Journal Writing Circle (1:00 PM - 2:30 PM)

Thu, Aug 8, 2013
Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Aug 8, 2013
Meditation with Marcie (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Meditation is an ancient practice of going inward to still the busy mind. Modern science and alternative medicine now both agree that to be able to calm stress, anxiety, & high blood pressure through sitting still with ourselves is a valuable
tool indeed. To do this together in the energy of others and the beautiful setting of Wiawaka is a heart centered practice.

WHAT TO WEAR OR BRING
Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring your own yoga mat if you
have one. I always recommend a bottle of water!

Marcie Savastano CMT,RMT is an Ananda Certified, Paramahansa
Yogananda lineage meditation teacher and a Usui lineage Reiki Master Teacher.
Location: House of Trix

Fri, Aug 9 - 11, 2013
Dancing with your Heart: a Soul Journey with Yoga and Art (7:30 PM)

This Yoga and Art weekend workshop starts Friday eve at 7:30, continues all day Saturday and ends Sunday morning. Participants will learn to open to joy and reconnect to your heart and to Source though sacred movement and creative expression. Yoga practice and multi-media expressive art projects will be offered.

Morning practices will help us open to all the possibilities of the day, beginning with heart meditation and sacred movement, yoga warm-ups and asana, designed to help set the tone of conscious creativity - connecting to heart and to Source. In the afternoon, we'll play with many colorful materials and textures to create ritual-based Art such as mandalas, journal covers and smudge feathers. Optional Saturday evening may be telling stories from the heart or other improvised creative activities.

This workshop is appropriate for all levels, however some yoga experience is preferred. Please bring loose clothing and yoga supplies, if you have them, a sacred object for the group altar and any sacred materials you wish to include in your art project, such as driftwood, shells, feathers, crystals.

Allie Middleton is a 30-year yoga and meditation practitioner, a professional level yoga instructor. Allie teaches yoga and facilitates body-mind workshops at creativity conferences internationally. Nancy Dorian is a fiber artist with a degree in Interior Design and Fine Arts minor in Ceramics. Nancy has taught fiber arts in many venues across the U.S. Her work has been spotlighted in several publications and can be found at galleries and boutiques coast to coast. www.nancydorian.com
Cost: $90 Materials fee
Location: House of Trix

Fri, Aug 9, 2013
Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Sat, Aug 10, 2013
Friends Forever Duo (7:30 PM - 8:30 PM)

Cecile Saine, Soprano, and Paula Bobb, Pianist, offer lieder of Schumann, Strauss, Schubert, Mozart and French songs of Faure. Other classics made famous by Marcella Sembrich will delight the listener and recall a bygone era in vocal music.

"Under Paula's velvety touch it (Steinway) released the loveliest of quiet sonorities"...
"...they were the more wonder-filled for her deft, unforced touch."... (review by Scott Cantrell, Times Union Newspaper, Rochester, NY) Paula will engage the audience in beautifully evocative piano renderings during the recital at Marcella Sembrich Museum.

"If I had it in my power, I would put Cecile's name on all the marquees from The Hague to Honolulu. Her voice, pure and clear, unravels the wound-up spirit." (Ada Fan from City Newspaper, Rochester ,NY)

This event takes place at The Sembrich Museum in Bolton Landing and is limited to 60 attendees.

A reception will follow the performance
Cost: $30
Location: The Sembrich Museum, Bolton Landing

Sun, Aug 11 - 12, 2013
The Art of Not Taking it Personally (12:00 AM)

"Taking it personally" is something humans do well. Through a series of experiential exercises, participants will gain tools to artfully take something personal and transform their reactions to bring light, love and fun into their relationships with themselves and others.

Schedule:
Sunday Aug 11 3-5:30pm
Monday Aug 12 9:30-11:45, 3-5pm.

Christina Wall has an MSW in clinical practice, is a NY State Certified meditator, a Psycho Synthesis counselor and a certified transformational life coach specializing in relationship coaching.

Thu, Aug 15, 2013
Afternoon Art Class at Wiawaka Holiday House (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Seeing the Trees for the Forest- A Workshop in Pen and Ink and Transparent Watercolor
Inspired by the paintings of Georgia O'Keeffe made during her summers in Lake George, artist Nancy Philo will lead participants in creating a strong vignette of the lake and /or woods , using pen and ink and watercolor. Materials will be supplied. Suitable for all levels of artistic ability. Limited to 15 women ages 18 and up. Part of The Hyde's "My Summer Place" programming.
Cost: $15 materials fee
Location: Wakonda sitting room

Sun, Aug 18, 2013
Coffee on the Porch Open House (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Welcome to Wiawaka. Come for a visit, some coffee and a tour of this historic treasure in the Lake George region.
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
Location: Fuller House

Mon, Aug 19, 2013
Self-Coaching Tips (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM)

Self-Coaching Tips: If you're tired of making the same choices day after day and want to get off autopilot, this is the workshop for you. If you're not getting the results you want in moving toward your personal goals, join us. Learn the "how-to" of asking yourself powerful questions to turn any decision making process, from the smallest choices to the grandest dreams, into an exciting, inspiring adventure. We'll talk about the importance of intention, accountability and acknowledgment and then share an exercise to get you moving again.

Minimum of 3 participants.

Cate is available for personal coaching sessions following her workshop.

Cate LaBarre is a coach, consultant, teleclass and workshop leader specializing in women's wellness and self-care. Cate is trained and certified by The Ford Institute of Integrative Coaching at JFK University. She offers private coaching by phone and in person, teleconference and live workshops. She is an ongoing mentor of coaches in training for The Ford Institute and author of forthcoming book When Sick Happens: Discover Your Inner Healer
Location: House of Trix
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Tue, Aug 20, 2013
Journal Writing Circle (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM)

Wed, Aug 21, 2013
Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Aug 22, 2013
Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Fri, Aug 23 - 25, 2013
A SoulCollage® Retreat (12:00 AM)

This journey through images to renewal is designed with teachers in mind, providing space to gather, explore and create before heading into the challenges of a new school year. However, this experience will be valuable for anyone who is interested in renewal and fooling around with images!

SoulCollage® is a process of discovery, play and community art making where we intuitively choose images and create small collages, eventually creating a deck of "cards", each card a "mirror of self and soul". Working with images allows us express our selves & souls in a way that goes beyond words (and when there ARE no words). This retreat weekend will allow space for deep play, creativity, and reflection.

Retreat Leaders
Carolyn Kay Bradley, Ed. S. is a retired school counselor with specialties in building school community, character education and PBIS. In addition, she is trained as a SoulCollage® facilitator and loves this process so much that she wants to share it with the universe!

Judith Prest, LMSW, a published poet, photographer and collage artist, holds certificates in Expressive Arts, Creativity Mentoring and SoulCollage® facilitation. A retired school social worker, she now does her "real work" of creativity coaching at retreat centers, retirement communities, prisons, community agencies and at Spirit Wind Studio, where she lives and works.
Cost: $245
Location: House of Trix

Mon, Aug 26, 2013
A life of balance (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Is your life in BALANCE? Devote two hours reflecting on your circle of personal perspective. Assess your life balance in six key areas; Professional, Financial, Wellness, Spiritual, Emotional, and Relationships.

Bonny Boice, an experienced leader and certified coach will lead you through a process to create action steps to achieve your vision.
Location: House of Trix

Wed, Aug 28, 2013
Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Enjoy back to back classes; Pilates at 9:30 with Kathy Porcell followed by Yoga with Genii Pittelli, RYT 200 at 10:30. Renew, refresh and restore your mind, body and spirit. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. All levels welcome.

Class is free with the day visit rate of $15, a season pass or an overnight stay.
Location: House of Trix

Thu, Aug 29, 2013
Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Fri, Sep 13 - 15, 2013
2nd Annual Women's Liberation Festival: Uncovering your Inner Goddess (12:00 AM)

This post season weekend retreat requires registration with Lauren J Toolin, presenter for the program.
Retreat details coming soon.
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Workshops & events are open to overnight guests, day visitors and the general public. Day visitors and the general public pay the $15 day visit fee plus any workshop fee.

2013 Workshop & Event Calendar

Fri, Jun 14 - 16, 2013A Holistic Retreat - Qigong, Meditation, Yoga, Chakra Balancing and Massage. (12:00 AM)

Wed, Jun 19, 2013Rejuvenation Wednesday (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Mon, Jun 24, 2013Writing as a way to explore & experience inner & outer landscape (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Wed, Jun 26, 2013Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Mon, Jul 1, 2013Painting with Alice (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)

Mon, Jul 1, 2013The Healing Power of Acceptance (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM)

Mon, Jul 1, 2013Acceptance: Yoga and the Theme of Acceptance. (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Tue, Jul 2, 2013Meditation with Marcie (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Tue, Jul 2, 2013Painting with Alice (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Wed, Jul 3, 2013Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Mon, Jul 8, 2013Julia Child: Cook and Nifty Wench (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM)

Tue, Jul 9, 2013Journal Writing Circle (1:00 PM - 2:30 PM)

Wed, Jul 10, 2013Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Wed, Jul 10, 2013Lady of Yaddo: The Gilded Age Memoir of Katrina Trask (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM)

Thu, Jul 11, 2013Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Fri, Jul 12, 2013Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Fri, Jul 12 - 14, 2013Creating your Best Life (12:00 AM)

Sun, Jul 14, 2013Hyde Family Fun Day at Wiawaka Holiday House (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Mon, Jul 15, 2013Meet Your Best Friend (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM)

Wed, Jul 17, 2013Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Jul 18, 2013''Perfect Pictures Every Time'' One Day Adirondack Photography Workshop (1:00 PM - 8:00 PM)

Thu, Jul 18, 2013Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Fri, Jul 19, 2013Creating & Allowing A Life You Love! (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)

Fri, Jul 19, 2013Creating & Allowing a Life you Love- a brief free introduction (9:00 AM - 9:30 AM)

Fri, Jul 19, 2013Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Sat, Jul 20, 2013Drumming Workshop for Beginners (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)

Sun, Jul 21, 2013Coffee on the Porch-Open House Tours (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Tue, Jul 23, 2013Journal Writing Circle (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM)

Tue, Jul 23, 2013Meditation with Marcie (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Thu, Jul 25, 2013Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Jul 25, 2013Afternoon Art Class at Wiawaka Holiday House (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Fri, Jul 26, 2013Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Fri, Jul 26 - 28, 2013Appraise, Align and Fire Up Your Life (7:00 PM)

Fri, Jul 26, 2013INTRODUCTION TO ENERGY FOR HEALTH & HEALING (9:15 AM - 12:00 PM)

Sat, Jul 27, 2013Playful Spontaneous Abstract Printmaking (1:30 PM - 3:30 PM)

Sun, Jul 28, 2013Story Hour for all Ages and Scones, Jam, and Tea (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Sun, Jul 28, 2013English Tea Party Scones workshop (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Mon, Jul 29 - 30, 2013Wiawaka Felt(making): You and Georgia O'Keefe (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Wed, Jul 31, 2013History of Millionaires Row (12:00 PM - 2:15 PM)

Wed, Jul 31, 2013Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Aug 1, 2013Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Aug 1, 2013Meditation with Marcie (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Fri, Aug 2 - 4, 2013Painting Lakeside with Anne Diggory (12:00 AM)

Fri, Aug 2, 2013Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Mon, Aug 5, 2013Your Relationships and Your Health (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM)

Mon, Aug 5, 2013Relationship and Your Health: Yoga and the Theme of Relationship and Your Health (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Tue, Aug 6, 2013Journal Writing Circle (1:00 PM - 2:30 PM)

Thu, Aug 8, 2013Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Aug 8, 2013Meditation with Marcie (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM)

Fri, Aug 9 - 11, 2013Dancing with your Heart: a Soul Journey with Yoga and Art (7:30 PM)

Fri, Aug 9, 2013Stand Up Paddle Boarding (9:30 AM - 11:00 AM)

Sat, Aug 10, 2013Friends Forever Duo (7:30 PM - 8:30 PM)

Sun, Aug 11 - 12, 2013The Art of Not Taking it Personally (12:00 AM)

Thu, Aug 15, 2013Afternoon Art Class at Wiawaka Holiday House (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM)

Sun, Aug 18, 2013Coffee on the Porch Open House (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Mon, Aug 19, 2013Self-Coaching Tips (9:30 AM - 10:30 AM)

Tue, Aug 20, 2013Journal Writing Circle (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM)

Wed, Aug 21, 2013Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Aug 22, 2013Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Fri, Aug 23 - 25, 2013A SoulCollage® Retreat (12:00 AM)

Mon, Aug 26, 2013A life of balance (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)

Wed, Aug 28, 2013Rejuvenation Wednesdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Thu, Aug 29, 2013Tranquil Thursdays (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM)

Fri, Sep 13 - 15, 20132nd Annual Women's Liberation Festival: Uncovering your Inner Goddess (12:00 AM)