Time to Nominate your local “hero”

SGC Admin: Thank goodness for those who have a pure heart, for they are the ones who give unselfishly, who assist others and their community, not for their own reasons, but because of one simply humane trait, compassion…. These are the folk who go beyond their job description, such as the teacher who puts in more hours than they should, the volunteers who assist those who have to go into the hospital, the doctor who is more concerned about the patients emotional state than spouting off medical terms, the person in the store who is gracious and pleasant every time they serve you… the list is endless…..

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Metroland Media Group (Durham Region Division), who are our local paper want to recognize those who go that little (or lot) bit further to assist others… You are the ones they need to help make this happen by nominating your “hero”….Your “hero’s” will be featured on MMG website and in the local newspaper, each month a gift of $25:00 Tim Horton card will be given to one lucky “hero” through a draw…. 

Please send your nomination’s along to newsroom@durhamregion.com, please send information about your “hero” in 100 words or less and a photo…  You may also go online at http://www.durhamregion.com/localheroes fill in the form and upload the photo of your hero… 

Good Luck Everyone… And a huge thank you to all of our “hero’s”…. 

source: Whitby This Week January 8 2014 edition.

News from the Tranquil Garden Retreat Oshawa… :)

SGC Admin: From our inbox to you…. The Tranquil Garden Retreat in Oshawa has news to share and complimentary services to offer for 2014… Check out the following… 

3 Reasons to
Celebrate with
Tranquil Garden
in 2014

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  • Reason #1. The year 2014 is going to be awesome! 

How could we possibly know that 2014 is going to be awesome? Well, we have used numerology to analyze the numbers and we love the potential!

According to Wikipedia, Numerology is the study of purported Devine, mystical or other special relationship between a number and some coinciding observed (or perceived) events. Modern numerology has roots as far back as 6th Century B.C. Greece and it takes a variety of aspects from many ancient cultures that we honour and respect today.

So, in the tradition of Tarot Arcana (otherwise recognized as the Tarot Card), the numbers of 2014 represent great opportunity for each and every single one of us…

2+0+1+4 = 7

According to Tarot Arcana the number 7 represents destiny. In this new year coming upon us, we each have the opportunity to choose, YES, it is completely within our own control… to choose to be the Master of our own Destiny or to be the victim. We have the power to live our lives on purpose or to just be carried along with the current of the times.

The number 7, being an odd number also represents change, specifically the “action” of change; as it moves each of us into the next moment.

Mastering our destiny combined with change moving us into the next moment suggests that 2014 will bring with it great opportunity should each of us choose to find and live our purpose.

At Tranquil Garden, we have decided to take action to move into this New Year with Purposefulness.

We know, without a doubt, that it is our destiny to be the place in Durham Region where like-minded people gather together to learn, share, heal, grow and prosper.

Over the last 3 years we have had a very clear mission to educate YOU to empower yourself to evolve your mind, body and spirit through Holistic Self Care Services & Programs that develop both actions and attitudes that contribute to your own unique journey of creating and maintaining balance and well-being in your life.

We are committed to making Holistic Self Care accessible; all while connecting you to other like-minded people in a supportive, learning inspired environment. 

The big question is … what is YOUR destiny and how will you choose to move into 2014? Not sure? Let Tranquil Garden be your resource as you embrace your destiny and move into the New Year with all that brings you passion, purpose and life balance.

  • Reason #2. We are celebrating our 3rd Anniversary and would love to have you join us!

 Yes, it is true… we are three years old. What an incredible three years it has been. We made it through the terrible twos and not without our challenges. Yet in the true fashion of the self-care evolution, we have made every effort to learn and grow with each obstacle. We have become stronger, smarter and even more focused.

 We have a lot to celebrate and we would love to have you join us on:

 Wednesday February 12, 2014 at 6:00pm – 9:00pm

for our

3rd Year Anniversary and Grand Re-Opening Party

Please RSVP to events@tranquilgarden.ca

  •  food & refreshments
  •  cake & ribbon cutting at 7:30pm
  •  $25 gift vouchers and goodie bags for the 1st 75 guests

Grand Re-opening? You heard it right. The next monumental moment for Tranquil Garden is to embrace our transition as we leave behind the terrible twos to celebrate becoming a toddler… and like most toddlers – we are on the move…

  • Reason #3. We are moving… February 2014; and we are kicking it up “Karma” style

There is no question that 1053 Ritson Rd N is a beautiful 6200 square foot facility with unique amenities and it certainly has been an awesome “home” to us the past 3 years. Unfortunately, our time there has not so gently come to an end. It just does not have the basic requirements that a business that wants to grow and thrive requires… like ample parking, wheelchair accessibility, good signage and consistently regulated heat and air conditioning.

Although our new location, 850 King St. W unit #8, is not a “home” it does have many very exciting features including but not limited to over a hundred parking spots; 10 treatment rooms, 3 meeting spaces and 4 washrooms all on one level; it is located in an easy to find, well advertised location at the border of Oshawa and Whitby; and it is cool in the summer and warm in the winter – whoo hoo!

Our last day at 1053 Ritson Rd N will be Saturday February 1st and our first day at 850 King St W will be Wednesday February 5th. We are giving ourselves a few days to get acclimatized and then we are going to celebrate with a week of COMPLIMENTARY services and events from Monday February 10th to Saturday February 15th.

Check out our calendar of events over the next couple of weeks to see what special treats we have in store for you.

SGC Admin: SGC also posts TGR upcoming events as we receive notice of them… and we always include a link to TGR’s website in our monthly newsletter… :) lots of avenues to check out the fabulous events and service’s going on TGR

SGC and team wishes TGR much success and happiness for 2014 and a smooth, joyful move… :)

Meditation/Healing with “When Friends Gather” Pam and Marylou January 13 and 27 2014

When Friends Gather

Meditation/Healing

with

MaryLou Westenhoefer (White Swan meditation) 

&

Pamela Scott  (Giraffe Techniques meditation ) 

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 Join Mary Lou and Pamela in meditation for an evening of relaxation and healing. 

  • Date(s): January 13 2014 and January 27 2014
  • Time: 7:30 pm:
  • Cost:  $15:00 per person each session. 
  • Location: Please contact Pamela or Mary Lou for exact location. 

Contact:

  • Pamela Scott: 905-668-3073:

  • MaryLou Westenhoefer: 905-668-6494

     

Please call Pamela or Marylou to secure your spot soon, as they fill up quickly… :) 


 

New Years Eve 2014 event listing & 2014 event listing from Ticket Scene

SGC Admin: From our inbox to you from Ticket Scene….

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NEW YEARS EVE 2014 EVENT LISTING
http://ticketscene.ca/go/758

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EVENTS IN 2014

The Sadies in Creemore, March 1
http://ticketscene.ca/go/759

Kim Mitchel in Peterborough, Feb 22
http://ticketscene.ca/go/760

Kim Mitchel in Sarnia – Concert Series, March 1
http://ticketscene.ca/go/761

Platinum Blonde in Sarnia, Feb 8
http://ticketscene.ca/go/772

David Wilcox in Sarnia, March 29
http://ticketscene.ca/go/771

USS in Kingston, March 26
http://ticketscene.ca/go/762

Silverstein Ontario Tour Dates: Jan 3 – Feb 2
http://ticketscene.ca/go/763

Mudmen and The Shananigans in Kitchener, Jan 26
http://ticketscene.ca/go/764

Jazz Room in Waterloo (Event Listing)
http://ticketscene.ca/go/765

Kingston Film Festival 2014 – Jan 12 – April 16
http://ticketscene.ca/go/766

Kitchener-Waterloo Comedy Festival, March 6-8
http://ticketscene.ca/go/767

Port Credit Comedy Festival, Hosted by Mike Bullard, Feb 28 – Mar 01
http://ticketscene.ca/go/768

The Full Bawdy Comedy Show ft. Shelly Marshall in Hamilton, Feb 14
http://ticketscene.ca/go/769

Johnny Clegg in London, April 17
http://ticketscene.ca/go/770

New Moon January 1 2014

Our lady starts anew this month in the sign of Capricorn… :) On New Years Day… 

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It’s a good new moon for a new year as her main concern is going to be with getting things organized. The Capricorn moon will want to get down to business, indicating this could be a good time to initiate new business ideas or plans… 

Watch out for feelings of “guilt” if you skip your duties, and try not to expect the best of everyone, we aren’t all duty bound or career orientated… :) Try to be accepting of the ideas or opinions of others for the next few days, holding grudges isn’t healthy… :) 

It’s a good idea to be aware of our emotional responses during a Capricorn new moon, as some of us may have a tendency to appear off-handed or emotionally distant toward loved ones… if left unchecked this could have a negative impact on close relationships. 

The new moon is traditionally a good time to begin new projects, put new ideas into practice or to put plans to paper. Not everyone will be ready or able to start things during a new moon, but if you can why not give it a try and see what happens.. :) 

The moon in Capricorn will have more of an impact on those people who have the following in their birth chart. 

Capricorn Moon: Capricorn Sun: Moon in the 10th house. 

12/29/2013 Greta McKenzie: SGC Admin