History: Strengthening Our Present through Our Past
Singing for Suffrage - presented by Peggy Lynn
Peggy Lynn, the acclaimed New York folksinger, will tell the story of how American women won the right to vote through the songs
they sang.
She Shall Rise: Religion, Radicalism, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton - presented by Melinda Grube
A proud descendant of Seneca Falls abolitionists, History Professor Melinda Grube will discuss the influence of radical religion and
reform on Elizabeth Cady Stanton and her work for women’s rights.
Sharing the History Inside Ourselves - presented by Marni Gillard
Our personal history is also a collective history. When we tell our stories we create meaning from life, make peace with the past,
and envision the future. Storyteller Marni Gillard will share how claiming life stories changes and empowers women. In partners,
we’ll tell and hear one life tale, honoring our own and each other’s her stories.
Health: Strengthening Our Bodies
The History and Experience of Belly Dancing - presented by Laura Osborne
Certified trainer and yoga instructor Laura Osborne will talk about belly dancing’s fascinating history as well as teach some dance
movements that are not only a great workout, but also a fun form of self-expression.
Yoga for Today’s Woman - presented by Colleen Rasmussen
Colleen Rasmussen will focus on the potential role and benefits of yoga in our lives and then guide us through a practice that will
integrate both breath and movement.
The Healing in Your Own Hands: - presented by Sue Van Hook
Certified Healing Touch Practitioner Sue Van Hook will show how gentle touch can foster relaxation and balance our energy fields to
support our bodies’ natural abilities to heal.
Spirituality: Strengthening Our Spirits
The Dance of Inner and Outer Harmony - presented by Christine Prokopiak
An artist, author, researcher and energy worker involved in unfolding the mystery of human possibility, Christine Prokopiak will lead
us to awaken and balance the inner and outer harmony of our lives.
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Music for Wholeness and Healing - presented by Robin Gaiser
A member of the Sacandaga Valley Arts Network, Robin Gaiser will discuss and demonstrate the healing power of music and the
principles behind specific sounds and movements and their effects on the human body.
Dreaming Well: Using Dream Imagery in the Healing Process - presented by Wanda Burch
Author of She Who Dreams, Wanda Burch will show how each of us can tap into the wisdom within us through dreamwork
techniques such as questioning our dreams and observing the surroundings of the dreams to delve into the meaning behind the
personal stories we tell ourselves in sleep.
Nature: Strengthening Our Place in the Environment
Building a Strong Local Food System - presented by Cheryl Nechamen
Cheryl Nechamen, Coordinator of the 100 Mile Diet Challenge, will share how eating locally grown food can lead to better health,
support local farmers, strengthen the local economy, create a secure food supply, save energy, and protect the planet.
Our Bodies, Our Environmen: How Everyday Toxic Chemicals Affect Women's Health - presented
by Roberta "Bobbi" Chase Wilding
Roberta “Bobbi” Chase Wilding, the Organizing Director of Clean New York, will talk about the heavy toll toxic chemicals in our
environment take on women’s health and what we can do to achieve environmental health and justice.
Creating a Backyard Sanctuary: Garden Spaces to Calm and Restore Us - presented by Crystal Smith
Just in time for spring gardening, Crystal Stewart, a Master Horticulturalist from Cornell Cooperative Extension, will share tips and
techniques on how to create our own sacred space within just inches of our back doors.
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