Events for
May 28th - 31st 2015
  Visit our website for information on Classes,  Note:  Following is information about things happening this weekend at the Couch, along with other local and upcoming events.  


ACIM Lesson of the Day
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TRANSFORMING FEAR INTO LOVE
WITH MOTHER MARY
Channeled through
Christina Maria Kramer
Christina Maria brings forth the embodiment, unconditional love and beautiful messages of the Divine Mother.  Mother Mary has been working with her since childhood to prepare her for this great mission - to help awaken and anchor the Divine Feminine onto the planet.  Throughout the channeling, you will receive transmissions of the Divine Mother's profound healing energy as she sings beautiful sounds which will open your heart and harmonize your energy field and chakras.  She may also sing into your heart.

 Christina Maria leads channeling events and retreats internationally (most recently in Assisi and Paris).  She is a sought after teacher and healer who has appeared on international radio and television.  She is a Barbara Brennan Healer, Reiki Master and Rebirther, and holds a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology.  She has worked with individuals and groups for 22 years. 

Thursday, May 28, 2015
7:00 to 8:30 pm
at
Vishnu’s Couch Yoga Studio
61 Prospect Ave. 4th Floor, Binghamton NY

 Individual sessions are also available in which Mother Mary will assist you with your questions and concerns.  
For Information or Registration, please call:
Cheryl at (607) 232-6189
  or   Elaine at (607) 725-7785


Movie Night
MovieNational Treasure
Date:    Friday May 29th 2015
Time:   8:00pm   (optional:  bring a dish or snack)
Optional:    Yoga and the Movie   ...  Yoga from 5:30 - 7:30 pm 
Click to view National Treasure trailer 

Starring:  Starring     Nicolas Cage, Harvey Keitel, Jon Voight, Diane Kruger, Sean Bean, Justin Bartha, Christopher Plummer

Directed by:   Jon Turteltaub
Produced by:  Jon Turteltaub, Jerry Bruckheimer
Screenplay:  Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio, Cormac Wibberley, Marianne Wibberley
Story by:  Jim Kouf, Oren Aviv, Charles Segars

Genre:  Drama, Adventure
Running Time:  131minutes 

Benjamin Franklin Gates is a third generation treasure hunter. All his life, Gates has been searching for a treasure no one believed existed: amassed through the ages, moved across continents, to become the greatest treasure the world has ever known. Hidden by our Founding Fathers, they left clues to the Treasure's location right before our eyes--from our nation's birthplace, to the nation's capitol, to clues buried within the symbols on the dollar bill.   
:) happy....Hope  to see you there.



Group Meditation
Sunday May 31st
1:00 - 2:15pm
The musical toning by Tom Kenyon entitled:
This is a special meditation to facilitate the release of stress.

followed by:

Knowledge Cinema
"Awakening in the Digital Age" by

Eckhart Tolle
Eckhart is a spiritual teacher and author who was born in Germany and educated at the Universities of London and Cambridge. At the age of 29, a profound inner transformation radically changed the course of his life. The next few years were devoted to understanding, integrating and deepening that transformation, which marked the beginning of an intense inward journey. Later, he began to work in London with individuals and small groups as a counselor and spiritual teacher. Since 1995 he has lived in Vancouver, Canada. Eckhart Tolle is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Power of Now (translated into 33 languages) and the highly acclaimed follow-up A New Earth, which are widely regarded as two of the most influential spiritual books of our time.   For more information visit:  https://www.eckharttolle.com/







-----------Other Local Events---------




The Binghamton Downtown Singers, Orchestra and Soloists present:
Dvorak Requiem
with Artistic Director Marisa Crabb
 Saturday May 30th at 8:00pm
in
Sarah Jane Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church
308 Main Street
Johnson City, NY.
See a Google Map of the area.

General Admission $15.00

Ticket Contact: 607-648-5032 or DTS_Concerts@stny.rr.com
website:  www.downtownsingers.org


Raja Yoga Class and Satsang
Raja Yoga is the royal yoga that brings the nature of our True Self to our awareness.  This awareness cannot be gained through perception or intellectual knowledge, it can only be known through cognition, like the knowledge that I am, that I exist, it needs no proof, but without this knowing, experience remains limited and misunderstood.  Come join us as we explore our True Self through: 
Silence, Meditation, Breathing, and gentle relaxing Postures.

at the Indian Community Center (ICC) building
1595 Route 26, Vestal NY

Sundays  8:30-10:00am
with Edmond Cotton

Cost:  $ 10.00

Bring your own yoga mat

For more information
Call:  232-6410 or e-mail:  e_cotton@yahoo.com


Unity In the Southern Tier
Speaker:  Edmond Cotton
Topic:  Of Life and Meaning
We are alive, and we are all yearn for deeper meaning in our lives so that we can experience life at its fullest.  We will investigate and expand our understanding of these fundamental concepts.

May 31st at 11:00 am

 at
30 Main Street, Binghamton

For more information, contact:
Barb Parcells: parcekb@gmail.com or visit the website: Unity in the Southern Tier



Theosophical Society Study Group
meetings every alternate
 Tuesday at 8:00pm 
Next meeting June 9th.
at
Vishnu's Couch Yoga Studio
61 Prospect Ave. 4th floor.
 
Current discussion on Paramahansa Yogananda's 
"Autobiography of a Yogi" Online Version available here.
 
for more info, contact Tom at:  tmoberg@frontiernet.net






-----------Upcoming Events----------




Vishnu's Couch is pleased to present a:
Mantra Infused Sound Bath
with Mystical Kirtan artist
Catherine Moon
Saturday, June 6th
7:30 - 9:00pm
Prepare to immerse yourself in the healing sound vibrations of crystal singing bowls and chimes, the mystical drone of the harmonium, soothing soft guitar, and angelic ethereal voice weaving sacred mantras into the sound scape.
at
Vishnu’s Couch Yoga Studio
61 Prospect Ave. 4th Floor, Binghamton NY

Cost:  $15.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door
 Space is limited, so to reserve your seat, please contact
Cheryl @ 232-6189 or cherylyrica@yahoo.com


For more info visit MysticalKirtan.com or Facebook.com/MysticalKirtan


Matt Venuti
 
  Composer, singer and masterful instrumentalist Matt Venuti will be performing a special concert singing his heart inspiring songs while playing the Hang, the most exciting new acoustic instrument of the 21st Century and one of the most captivating and versatile of all time.  Matt is one of the world’s premier players of the instrument. He is also debuting a new instrument from the Hang makers called a Gubal, which has a powerfully deep resonance and sublime qualities.  This concert promises to be a rare and memorable event. 

 Saturday June 27th 2015 
Concert at 7:30pm
  and
Sunday June 28th
Free Flow Meditation at 1:00pm
   
"Free Flow" was birthed from Matt's concerts where people felt an irresistible urge to move often in the context of yoga or dance but without any instruction.  Participants are encouraged to explore the idea of freedom by moving at their own pace, on or off the yoga mat, and in their own creative flow by simply listening and feeling the melodies and rhythms that Matt generates from the Hang.  
    
Cost for each event:  $15.00 advanced,  $20.00 at the door
 Space is limited so please reserve your seat by contacting
Cheryl at 607 232-6189 or cherylyrica@yahoo.com

For more information about Matt, visit:  http://www.mattvenuti.com/

 
Blue Spirit Wheel band
Members: Ian Boccio (voice, bass guitar) Stephanie Kohler (voice, harmonium) Joey Dukes (percussion) Scott Pridgen (percussion) Jeffrey Lidke (voice, tabla)
 
 September 2015
For more information visit www.bluespiritwheel.com
More details to come...

Events for
May 22nd - 24th 2015
  Visit our website for information on Classes,  Note:  Following is information about things happening this weekend at the Couch, along with other local and upcoming events.  


ACIM Lesson of the Day
Click the following link, and leave your comments if you wish



Movie Night
MovieThe Da Vinci Code
Date:    Friday May 22nd 2015
Time:   8:00pm   (optional:  bring a dish or snack)
Optional:    Yoga and the Movie   ...  Yoga from 5:30 - 7:30 pm 
Click to view The Da Vinci Code trailer 

Starring:  Tom Hanks, Audrey Tautou, Ian McKellen, Alfred Molina, Jürgen Prochnow, Paul Bettan, Jean Reno, Jean-Pierre Marielle

Directed by:   Ron Howard
Based on:  the book Hector and the Search for Happiness by François Lelord
Screenplay:  Akiva Goldsman.  Based on The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
Produced by:  Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, John Calley
Genre:  Drama
Running Time:  146 minutes 

A murder inside the Louvre and clues in Da Vinci paintings lead to the discovery of a religious mystery protected by a secret society for two thousand years -- which could shake the foundations of Christianity.   
:) happy....Hope  to see you there.


An Introductory Workshop on the“DNA Self-Healing Program for Ultimate Change”


presented by:
Dr. Robert V Gerard and Zeljka Roksandic

Saturday May 23rd at 5:15pm
$10.00
 at
Vishnu's Couch Yoga Studio
 61 Prospect Ave. Binghamton NY 13901

The DNA Activation accelerates the functionality of the DNA and improves cellular behavior.  It is a very sacred event and process.  These Activations are Spirit-driven.  They manifest in the ethereal and/or electromagnetic properties surrounding and within the physical body.  The activations are a direct function of consciousness, which have dominion over the physical realms.  The higher states of Human-Spiritual Consciousness are initiated and become the modus operandi of the individual’s mind, body, and soul.  There are currently twelve DNA Activations that make this happen: 


Read more about Benefits of DNA Activations: http://oughten-house.com/en/dna-self-healing-program-mainmenu-27/dna-self-healing-information/14-benefits

For more information about Robert and Zeljka, visit:
 http://www.oughtenhouse.com/biography.php


Space is limited, so please call Edmond at (232-6410) to reserve a seat.



TRANSFORMING FEAR INTO LOVE
WITH MOTHER MARY
Channeled through
Christina Maria Kramer
Christina Maria brings forth the embodiment, unconditional love and beautiful messages of the Divine Mother.  Mother Mary has been working with her since childhood to prepare her for this great mission - to help awaken and anchor the Divine Feminine onto the planet.  Throughout the channeling, you will receive transmissions of the Divine Mother's profound healing energy as she sings beautiful sounds which will open your heart and harmonize your energy field and chakras.  She may also sing into your heart.

 Christina Maria leads channeling events and retreats internationally (most recently in Assisi and Paris).  She is a sought after teacher and healer who has appeared on international radio and television.  She is a Barbara Brennan Healer, Reiki Master and Rebirther, and holds a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology.  She has worked with individuals and groups for 22 years. 

Thursday, May 28, 2015
7:00 to 8:30 pm
at
Vishnu’s Couch Yoga Studio
61 Prospect Ave. 4th Floor, Binghamton NY

 Individual sessions are also available in which Mother Mary will assist you with your questions and concerns.  
For Information or Registration, please call:
Cheryl at (607) 232-6189
  or   Elaine at (607) 725-7785


Group Meditation
Sunday May 17th
1:00 - 2:15pm
The musical toning by Tom Kenyon entitled:
This is a special meditation to facilitate the release of stress.

followed by:

Knowledge Cinema
"A Radical Shift in Identity " by

Adyashanti
Adyashanti’s nondual teachings have been compared to those of the early Zen masters and Advaita Vedanta sages.  Expressing both the infinite possibilities and the ordinary simplicity of a spiritually realized life, Adyashanti’s teachings are directed to those who are sincerely called to awaken to their true nature and embody this life-changing realization.  For more information visit:  http://adyashanti.org/index.php?file=teachings







-----------Other Local Events---------




Raja Yoga Class and Satsang
Raja Yoga is the royal yoga that brings the nature of our True Self to our awareness.  This awareness cannot be gained through perception or intellectual knowledge, it can only be known through cognition, like the knowledge that I am, that I exist, it needs no proof, but without this knowing, experience remains limited and misunderstood.  Come join us as we explore our True Self through: 
Silence, Meditation, Breathing, and gentle relaxing Postures.

at the Indian Community Center (ICC) building
1595 Route 26, Vestal NY

Sundays  8:30-10:00am
with Edmond Cotton

Cost:  $ 10.00

Bring your own yoga mat

For more information
Call:  232-6410 or e-mail:  e_cotton@yahoo.com


Unity In the Southern Tier
Speaker:  Art Suggs
Topic:  Two Polarities

 May 24th at 11:00 am
 at
30 Main Street, Binghamton

For more information, contact:
Barb Parcells: parcekb@gmail.com or visit the website: Unity in the Southern Tier



Theosophical Society Study Group
meetings every alternate
 Tuesday at 8:00pm 
Next meeting May 26th.
at
Vishnu's Couch Yoga Studio
61 Prospect Ave. 4th floor.
 
Current discussion on Paramahansa Yogananda's 
"Autobiography of a Yogi" Online Version available here.
 
for more info, contact Tom at:  tmoberg@frontiernet.net






-----------Upcoming Events----------




The Binghamton Downtown Singers, Orchestra and Soloists present:
Dvorak Requiem
with Artistic Director Marisa Crabb
 Saturday May 30th at 8:00pm
in
Sarah Jane Johnson Memorial United Methodist Church
308 Main Street
Johnson City, NY.
See a Google Map of the area.

General Admission $15.00

Ticket Contact: 607-648-5032 or DTS_Concerts@stny.rr.com
website:  www.downtownsingers.org


Vishnu's Couch is pleased to present a:
Mantra Infused Sound Bath
with Mystical Kirtan artist
Catherine Moon
Saturday, June 6th
7:30 - 9:00pm
Prepare to immerse yourself in the healing sound vibrations of crystal singing bowls and chimes, the mystical drone of the harmonium, soothing soft guitar, and angelic ethereal voice weaving sacred mantras into the sound scape.
at
Vishnu’s Couch Yoga Studio
61 Prospect Ave. 4th Floor, Binghamton NY

Cost:  $15.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door
 Space is limited, so to reserve your seat, please contact
Cheryl @ 232-6189 or cherylyrica@yahoo.com


For more info visit MysticalKirtan.com or Facebook.com/MysticalKirtan


Matt Venuti
 
  Composer, singer and masterful instrumentalist Matt Venuti will be performing a special concert singing his heart inspiring songs while playing the Hang, the most exciting new acoustic instrument of the 21st Century and one of the most captivating and versatile of all time.  Matt is one of the world’s premier players of the instrument. He is also debuting a new instrument from the Hang makers called a Gubal, which has a powerfully deep resonance and sublime qualities.  This concert promises to be a rare and memorable event. 

 Saturday June 27th 2015 
Concert at 7:30pm
  and
Sunday June 28th
Free Flow Meditation at 1:00pm
   
"Free Flow" was birthed from Matt's concerts where people felt an irresistible urge to move often in the context of yoga or dance but without any instruction.  Participants are encouraged to explore the idea of freedom by moving at their own pace, on or off the yoga mat, and in their own creative flow by simply listening and feeling the melodies and rhythms that Matt generates from the Hang.  
    
Cost for each event:  $15.00 advanced,  $20.00 at the door
 Space is limited so please reserve your seat by contacting
Cheryl at 607 232-6189 or cherylyrica@yahoo.com

For more information about Matt, visit:  http://www.mattvenuti.com/

 
Blue Spirit Wheel band
Members: Ian Boccio (voice, bass guitar) Stephanie Kohler (voice, harmonium) Joey Dukes (percussion) Scott Pridgen (percussion) Jeffrey Lidke (voice, tabla)
 
 September 2015
For more information visit www.bluespiritwheel.com
More details to come...