IAS: Events

Event Information:

Institute for Sufi Studies, 14 Commercial Blvd., #101, Novato, CA.
Tel: +1 415 382 7834

Events
Sufism Symposium :: Forty Days :: Building Bridges :: Ongoing

SUFI WOMEN ORGANIZATION

LUNCHEON AND PRESENTATION
Sunday, February 28, 2010, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
The Club at McInnis Park, 350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael, CA

Featuring a talk by Colleen Hicks, Executive Director of the Marin Museum of the American Indian.

Colleen Hicks grew up in Northern Idaho in the mining/smelter town of Kellogg. She received her Masters in Management from Sonoma State University, which has been helpful with her work with nonprofits for the last twenty years. She served on the Board of Directors at Commonwealth and was a Trustee for the Bolinas-Stinson Beach Unified School District. Her paternal grandfather was a Native American and her maternal grandmother was a Daughter of the Revolution. She has been the Director of the Marin Museum of the American Indian since March 2005.

Space limited, so reserve your spot by February 15.

COST: $23 per person, includes the following lunch options:
1. Chicken Toscana (artichoke hearts, mushrooms, garlic and fresh herbs), served with potatoes and vegetable
2. Grilled salmon with mango papaya salsa salad
3. Penne Pomodoro with vegetables( vegetarian option)

RSVP: Please send an email to: m1146g@yahoo.com and also include your lunch choice. Make your check payable to: IAS, mail to; 14 Commercial Blvd. # 101, Novato, CA 94949

FORTY DAYS: ALCHEMY OF TRANQUILITY WORKSHOP SERIES

Spring 2010 Workshop
Saturday, April 24, 2010
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Creekside Room [campus map]
Dominican University of CA
50 Acacia Ave., San Rafael, CA
Information: 415-499-1115 registration form

A series of practice-based workshops bridging psychology and Sufi teachings under the guidance of Shah Nazar Dr. Ali Kianfar. Open to all, this series is especially useful for those who work in the field of psychology. CEU's are available. Detailed information about the 40 Days Program

BUILDING BRIDGES OF UNDERSTANDING SERIES

Understanding Judaism and Social Justice
Detailed information about the event
Date to be announced soon.
Guzman Lecture Hall, Dominican University of CA [campus map]
$20 if ticket purchased at least ten days before event. At the door: $30.
Information: 415-382-7834

Ongoing Events

For information, call: 415-382-SUFI (7834)

Introduction to Sufism, an ongoing group for meditation, practice, readings on Sufism, and reflection. No fee. Led by Amineh Pryor, Ph.D. under the direction of Seyyedeh Nahid Angha, Ph.D. and Shah Nazar Seyyed Ali Kianfar, Ph.D. 7 pm on certain Tuesdays. Call for dates.

Women's Meditation Circle, for women of all spiritual backgrounds and traditions who are seeking inner peace and healing. Meditation, music, sharing. Refreshments are served. No fee. Led by Sheikha Halima JoAnn Haymaker, under the direction of Seyyedeh Nahid Angha, Ph.D. and Shah Nazar Seyyed Ali Kianfar, Ph.D. Every Alternate Thursday 1 to 2 p.m.

Student-led Sufi Gathering. Open to anyone who wants to learn more about Sufism in the context of a Sufi gathering. No fee. Please call in advance to reserve a place. Every Alternate Saturday.