Over the years, the community that makes the Women in the Arts festival has offered many different types of workshops to feed the body, mind and spirit. Past years have included workshops on Writing, Singing, Drumming, Yoga, NIA, Crafts such as Sugar Skulls and Wood Carving, Home Improvement, Sexual Health and Exploration and more!
If you are interested in sharing your skills with a group of eager-to-learn woman, please inquire here!
2011 Saturday Workshops
11:30-12:30pm Knitting: The Basics
Hosted by: Deb and friends
Have you ever seen a sweater or a scarf that you thought you'd like to make--but you've never picked up a pair of knitting needles and have no clue how to even begin?
English instructor, Deb Babcock and her friends from the Everett High School knitting circle, will start you out with a scarf and a washcloth that you can complete in a few hours (or days!)
Sets of # 8 (short) knitting needles for the washcloth OR and #10 or #11 (short) knitting needles for the scarf will be available for use at the workshop. Yarn will be provided unless you have a skein that you want to learn with.
12 noon - 1pm How to Maximize your LGBT Employee Contributions: A Walk in My Shoes
Presenter: Deborah Rettke is a 20 year veteran of Intel Corporation, native Michigander and the second generation Lesbian owner/operator of Duneswood Resort in Empire Michigan. Several years ago Deborah created and has presented this LGBT Awareness Workshop at major Fortune 400 companies, Out and Equal Conferences, and now for you!
Description: This workshop is LGBT awareness training at the most basic level. It introduces a language and gives practical tools to people that are unfamiliar with the LGBT Community. It combines interactive exercises to help the participants walk for a few seconds in LGBT shoes, with interactive documented data and lecture.
The first half hour Deborah will deliver the Power Point based workshop "How to Maximize your LGBT Employee Contributions: A Walk in My Shoes". There will be a brief discussion after and then a 5 minute break.
The second half hour will be devoted to those that want to return and discuss how to get "permission" to present in their organization, review the speaker notes, obtain individual coaching on how to tailor the presentation to their needs, have a chance to practice, and receive feedback on presentation skills. Participants will leave with a rough draft of 'their' presentation.
Photo by Edyta StachowiczPlease bring something to write with, no paper needed, hand outs for 30 provided.
This is one of the workshops now available for groups at Duneswood.Contact Information:
Deborah Rettke, Owner/Operator Duneswood Resort
231-668-6789 / Duneswood.comDeborah Rettke is a 20 year veteran of Intel Corporation, native Michigander and the second generation Lesbian owner/operator of Duneswood Resort in Empire Michigan. Several years ago Deborah created and has presented this LGBT Awareness Workshop at major Fortune 400 companies, Out and Equal Conferences, and now for you!
1:00-2:00 Feed Your Karma - Eating Gluten Free
Feed Your Karma Gluten Free, Vegan, and Allergy-Specific Baking
Company of Lansing, MI
Owned by Anna Kaschner
Gluten & Dairy Free Crepes and Blintzes
Anna will discuss the specialty flours, dairy-substitutes, tools, and techniques needed to create these classic french dishes for special diets. Easier than they look and sound, she will first make the crepes and blintzes and offer anyone in the audience samples, then with remaining time will invite volunteers to try their hands at making crepes or blintzes on their own. A variety of fillings and toppings will be provided, along with the appropriate tools. Attendees should bring a pen and paper to take notes, camera if they wish to take photos, and a little bit of space in their bellies to taste delicious gluten free food like they have never tasted before!
Anna Kaschner, owner
517-899-8814
feed-your-karma.com
feedyourkarma@hotmail.com
3:00-4:00pm Just B Yoga: Yoga for Empowerment
Instructor: Belinda Thurston
Yoga is more than how flexible your body is or miraculous contortion acts. It's a mind-body connection that can give us refuge in rough times in life as well as a fun and engaging practice for the whole family. Just B Yoga will share a flowing sequence to empower the female mind, body and spirit. Whether you've never done yoga before or you have a long-established practice, this workshop has something to offer everyone. Mats will be provided or you can bring one from home.
Flexible clothing is encouraged.All abilities are welcome.
Serving downtown and south Lansing.
106 Island Ave., REO Town, Lansing
517-488-5260Info@justbyoga.com
www.justbyoga.com
If you are curious about past festivals, please browse the archives.