Sankofa Program (July 11-17)
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Sankofa Program (July 11-17)
Celebrating the Creative Spirit 2016 July 11 - July 17 Brushwood Folklore Center LLC www.brushwood.com • sherman, ny Thank you! Again, thanks to all those that help make this happen! Thanks to the volunteers, presenters, attendees, everyone!! The community as a whole grows stronger every year because of the things you do. And, for those of you who like to plan ahead... Come and enjoy two weeks of Festival at Brushwood in 2017!! SANKOFA IS JULY 10 - 16, 2017 SIRIUS RISING IS JULY 17 - 23, 2017 Your thoughts and comments are needed. We want to continue to make Sankofa something special to the Community. It is truly a “festival of the people” - What did you like? What didn’t you? What would you like to see in the future? Write to us online camp@brushwood.com - subject: Sankofa Comments 2 Table of Contents Welcome............................................................................................................................. 4 “Celebrate the Creative Spirit”....................................................................................................4 Sankofa Highlights......................................................................................................................4 Workshops and Activities............................................................................................................4 Festival Guidelines......................................................................................................................5 Helpful Hints...............................................................................................................................5 Monday Schedule.......................................................................................................... 6 - 7 Tuesday Schedule......................................................................................................... 8- 10 Wednesday Schedule................................................................................................. 11 - 13 Thursday Schedule.................................................................................................... 14 - 17 Friday Schedule......................................................................................................... 18 - 20 Saturday Schedule..................................................................................................... 21 - 23 Speaker Bios............................................................................................................. 24 - 27 For more information about Brushwood and events go to www.brushwood.com to Sankofa “Celebrate the Creative Spirit” Sankofa “Celebrate the Creative Spirit” is now in its 7th year. Sankofa continues to promote an openminded, accepting and safe environment that allows participants the freedom to have fun and nurture their creative spirit. Sankofa – The word sankofa can mean “learn from the past to build a better future.” It comes from the Akan language of Ghana and translates in English to “ reach back and get it” and an Adinkra symbol of a bird turned to take an egg off its back. The sankofa has been Brushwood Folklore Center LLC’s logo for over 20 years and holds special meaning especially now as the focus of July’s newest festival moves more toward artistic expression. Over 40 years ago, Brushwood Folklore Center was founded as a place for artists to live, work, and learn. Although Brushwood has taken many forms over the years, the Bohemian environment and the creative spirit has been consistent. Sankofa Highlights Brushwood Family Choir (Daily) – you have the opportunity to showcase your singing talents on the Main Stage. Rehearse with professional jazz vocalist Phat Man Dee on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 1:30 p.m. in preparation for Saturday’s performance. Ideally, you would be able to be at every rehearsal, but feel free to join the workshop rehearsals any day. Karaoke Night (Tuesday) – hosted by Brushwood Radio at the Café starting at 9:00 p.m. There might even be a talent scout there from the Brushwood Family Choir. Fire Dancing and Sankofa Fire – The Main Stage performances will flow into a Fire Dancing (just North of the pavilion) and procession to the Sankofa Fire at the Roundhouse... then dance ‘til dawn if you are so inclined. (Note: you must attend a community meeting M, W, or F before participating in fire dancing.) Nightly Performances – Most performances will be at the Main Pavilion. Your presence supports the performing artists and helps build a sense of community. In particular, support your community members on stage Friday and Saturday night. Many like to enjoy the music concerts from the comfort of their own campsite, but we encourage you to enhance your festival experience by joining the audience. Bring a comfortable chair, blanket, and beverage and enjoy the entertainment. See the daily schedule for information about music performances at the Main Pavilion and other locations. Brushwood Radio 90.3 FM – Enjoy music, festival interviews, concert broadcasts, storytelling and campground information. Workshops and Activities Those interested in the Bodies in Motion Open Mic Night please meet up with Maia and Rob Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. at the Main Pavilion. Movie Night (Wednesday) – Double feature: Labyrinth Teens’ Program – Teen specific workshops and activities with David Bowie and Purple Rain with Prince. Bodies in Motion: Open Dance Mic Night (Thursday) – opportunity to showcase your dancing talents on the Main Pavilion Stage. Sign up at the coordination meeting is on Wednesday, 3:30 at the Main Pavilion. Hosted by Maia Alexander and Rob. Burning Sage (Friday) – Burning Sage is a metaphysical, tribal rock band. Pounding drums, trippy danceable rhythms and intense powerful vocals. Saturday’s Extravaganza – Dress up, show off your talents or show your appreciation of others. This year is focused on the creative efforts of the Sankofa community. Featuring: the Brushwood Family Choir, Phat Man Dee, and Bodies in Motion showcase, Fire Dancing and Sankofa Fire. It’s going to be a fun night. Phat Man Dee and the Culture District – cosmic jazz vocalist, with original compositions & eclectic repertoire 4 are designated by in the program. In general, teens are welcomed at any workshop unless designated “Adult Only”. Check the workshop’s description -- if in doubt, ask. Teen specfic programs have the symbol before the class name. Classes that are encouraging attendance by teens as well as adults have the symbol after the description. There is a teen space “hang out” pavilion hidden in plain sight and a number of activities planned throughout the week. See posted guidelines for Teen Space use. Kids’ Program – Kids’ workshops and activities are designated by in the program. Many of the other workshops welcome the kids when they are accompanied by a parent -- see the program description. And when in doubt, ask the speaker. The children’s main “hang out” is Kids’ Village, but this is not a daycare or a place to drop off your kids, even during workshops. Sweat Lodge (Be Prepared) – Please make sure you check- in at the Rowan’s Camp near the North Stage 24 hours before the sweat for information and instructions about how to prepare yourself. Men’s Sweat is Wednesday, Mixed Sweat is Thursday, and Women’s Sweat is Friday. M, W, F 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Roundhouse Field Fire Spinners Community Safety Meeting Fuego and Zimra All Welcome A meet and greet for all fire spinners! Review safety protocol and venue rules, then plan for our organized show. This year we will be part of Saturday’s performance and bonfire lighting. Bring music you want to perform to. This is a MANDATORY meeting for everyone who wants to spin fire. You may be asked to meet again for ritual practice. Nightly fire spinning circle will open near the roundhouse for those meeting all safety requirements. Additional Fees – Some workshops require additional fees to cover the cost of materials. Please look through the program and be aware of the fees. Shrines & Sacred Spaces – There are many areas at Brushwood that have been created and are being developed with specific intent. The Nemeton and Runestead are lovely sites that have been long established, and you should make a point to visit them during your stay. The Watcher can be found just North of the Runestead. Efforts led by members of the Visioning Team are also underway to further develop elemental shrines (Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit) as well as the Ancestor Area. The shrine development is an ongoing process and others are welcomed and encouraged to join us in the future. Festival Guidelines We want you to have a good time, so everyone is required to show respect for each other and to promote a safe, peaceful, and friendly environment. Please follow the Brushwood Guidelines including Pool Rules, which you received at the Registration Desk. You are also expected to follow posted signs (e.g., Pool and Spa Rules, Parking, Speed Limits, etc.). Disruptive behavior of any kind will shorten your stay; there are no refunds. Details to help understand the guidelines during festivals are provided in the following paragraphs for you. • Children’s (under 18) safety continues to be one of our highest priorities. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the safety and wellbeing of their children at all times. • Guardians must be over 21 years old and provide a notarized letter upon arrival on site (letter details are found on the website or at the registration desk.) • Parents/Guardians must be at the campground with the child at all times. If Parents/Guardians leave the campground (e.g., run an errand), they should take their children with them. • Under 13 years old must be in the line of sight of their parent/ guardian or with a babysitter. • Babysitters must be 13 or over, must know where the Parents/ Guardians are at the campground and have a method to speak with Parents/Guardians immediately (i.e., cell phone or radio). • 13 – 17 years old do not need to be in the line of sight of their Parents/Guardians, but they must know where the Parents/ Guardians are at the campground and have method to speak with them immediately (i.e., cell phone or radio). • Teen Space is for relaxing and hanging out; see posted guidelines and follow them. • Curfew is 12:00 a.m./midnight for all those under 18. Parents/ Guardians must be with their children (0-17) after this time. • Parents/Guardians of those 13-17 are strongly encouraged to accompany children to the roundhouse at all times. • More stringent rules and earlier curfews may be implemented, when necessary. Photographs – Respect each other’s privacy. Cellular phone technology has made it impossible to ban photographs, but we require discretion. Photographs are ONLY allowed with the permission of those being photographed. Especially be considerate about posting photographs on social networking sites (e.g. Facebook). You must ask specifically if you can post someone’s photograph. There will be a few staff photographers with identification working throughout the festival, but they will be using the utmost discretion. If you do not want your photograph taken, please politely let the photographer know. Vehicles – Parking is free across the road from the campground and should be used by those needing to come and go frequently. Vehicles are allowed on the campground (for a fee) to park near your campsite or to drop off gear. You should not be driving around the campground. When entering or leaving the campground, follow posted speed limit (5 mph) and one-way signs. Do not drive during workshops or performances (roads may be closed at those times). Do not drive after dark. Special passes are provided to those with special needs to drive. Go Green: Carry In - Carry Out your trash and recycling. Anything you can do to reduce the amount of trash produced would be helpful. A trash transfer and recycling station is located at Sherman on Rt. 76 near the I-86 on and off ramp, open on Tuesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Water Conservation – Please conserve water. Some conservation techniques are listed in the Brushwood Guidelines. Enjoying Your Stay Food – The Sankofa Café is operated by Brushwood Folklore Center, LLC with the help of some close friends. Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be served daily, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. with extended hours on weekends. Phil’s Grill is also open daily, serving Mediterranean Cuisine and specialty items. Snacks are available at the Brushwood Store. There are also grocery stores: Mack’s Market in Sherman, NY, Tops in Mayville, and Wegmans in Lakewood, NY and Erie, PA. Helpful Hints: Bring a folding chair or blanket to sit on during workshops and performances. Drink water! Wear sunscreen. Take care of yourself and get rest. The festival atmosphere is exciting, but don’t forget to sleep, eat, and watch out for each other. ATM – The bank is on Main Street in Sherman, NY and the ATM is on the Miller Street side of the bank. Volunteering – The volunteers are an integral part of the festival. They are the unsung heroes that keep Brushwood safe, clean and working effectively. They also help keep the cost of the festival low so it can be enjoyed by so many. No job is more important than another; it is working together that makes the real difference. Please take the time to thank the volunteers when they are helping. If you are interested in becoming part of the volunteer community go to the volunteer page on our website (brushwood.com) and submit your applications online by May 1, 2017 for next year. 5 MONDAY, JULY 11 10:00 am KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming Morning Story ...........................................................TJ Laffan..........................................................Kid Village 11:30 am Plaster Maskmaking (part I ) ($5)..............................Raven Emslie, Tom Haffie..................................Studio 11:30 am Acro Roots........................................................................Christina Bingham............................................Storytelling Pavilion 11:30 am Dream Catchers ($10)......................................................Dina Rivera.......................................................Runestead (three hours) ($5).............Cate Dalton.......................................................Studio 1:30 pm Beaded Fire Bead (part I ) 1:30 pm Family Reiki ($5)..............................................................Starlet Lebrun...................................................Storytelling Pavilion 3:30 pm Fire Spinners Community Meeting....................................Fuego and Zimra..............................................Roundhouse Field 3:30 pm Beaded Fire Bead (part I I) 3:30 pm Introduction to the Tin Whistle ($10).................................James Knight “Bobo”........................................North Pavilion 5:30 pm Identifying Wild Mushrooms, the basics............................Anomie Jo........................................................North Stage (three hours) ($5)............Cate Dalton.......................................................Studio 8:00 p.m. Meet and Greet........................................................................................................................... Cookhouse Pavilion MONDAY CLASS DESCRIPTIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Morning Story Dream Catchers 10:00 a.m. Kid Village TJ Laffan Children with Parent Kids, bring your parental units and hear some great morning stories. Parents, it’s a great way to ease into the day while you enjoy some time with your child. We’ll color while we listen and if the weather is nice, we’ll hang the pictures on the Kid Village fence for a wonderful Sankofa Gallery until you take your creation home! Thursday and Friday, we’ll add craft time as well! Parents must stay with their children – there are no babysitting services at Kid Village and children cannot be left alone there even during workshops. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Plaster Maskmaking (part I) Studio 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Runestead Dina Rivera All Welcome Dream Catchers are based in Native American Lore. The idea is to create a web that will allow our good dreams to survive until morning and have the potential to become reality, and the bad dreams get lost and burn up with the morning light. I created my first dream catcher on the Tuscarora Reservation with my Sweat Sister Jill. We will create a dream catcher to take home. $10 material fee --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Beaded Fire Bead (part I) Cate Dalton Studio All Welcome, Teen Friendly (13-17) Raven Emslie, Tom Haffie All Welcome, Teen Friendly (13-17) In this first of a 3-part workshop, we’ll begin with a mindfulness meditation to prepare ourselves for this mask-making journey. Using strips of wet plaster we will work in pairs to cast our faces. $5 material fee Create a Beaded bead in Fire colours!!! This bead can be used as a pendant, or as a focal bead for a bracelet or anklet. Easy to do in Peyote stitch! Fire Colour pathways will be available, along with cord for stringing. Class size limited to 12. Class length is 3 hours. $5 material fee --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Acro Roots Family Reiki 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Christina Bingham All Welcome Acrobalance is a therapeutic practice that combines yoga, acrobatics, and strength training wherein one partner balances on the other. This practice requires careful communication and intentional connection with a partner. This is a beginner class that encourages students to push their boundaries as we get off the ground for the first time. Prepare to build confidence, strength, and mutual trust as both your body and mind become more flexible! 6 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion StarletLebrun All Welcome In this workshop, participants will be able to work together with their families to work the healing energies of Reiki. Participants will learn the basics of Reiki and be attuned to Level 1. This workshop will discuss the basics of Reiki 1 and is simplified for younger children to understand and allows them to work together with parents to create a healing environment. $5 for paper copy of Reiki manual, a limited number available MONDAY, JULY 11 KEY: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Roundhouse Field Fire Spinners Community Meeting Kid’s Programming Teen Programming instant experts, but this workshop should lay the groundwork for anyone who wants to learn to jam on the tin whistle (AKA: the penny whistle). $10 material fee Fuego and Zimra All Welcome A meet and greet for all fire spinners! Review safety protocal and venue rules, then plan for our organized show. This year we will be part of Saturday’s performance and bonfire lighting. Bring your performance music if you can. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is a MANDATORY meeting for everyone who wants to spin fire. You may be asked to meet again for ritual practice. Let’s learn about the basics of identifying mushrooms. Learn about the different parts of the fruit body of the fungus (or mushroom). To safely identify a mushroom you must understand the difference between gills and pores, how close are the gills, are they attached or free? Just like plant leaves or wine, there are words that are used to describe these important differences. Perfect identification is extremely important, even if you are not consuming them. Nightly fire spinning circle will open near the roundhouse for those meeting all safety requirements. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Studio Beaded Fire Bead (part II) Cate Dalton All Welcome, Teen Friendly (13-17) Create a Beaded bead in Fire colours!!! This bead can be used as a pendant, or as a focal bead for a bracelet or anklet. Easy to do in Peyote stitch! Fire Colour pathways will be available, along with cord for stringing. Class size limited to 12. Class length is 3 hours. $5 material fee --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. North Pavilion Introduction to the Tin Whistle James Knight “Bobo” Adult Only This workshop is designed for beginners with little or no musical experience. Students are not expected to become 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Identifying Wild Mushrooms Anomie Jo North Stage All Welcome -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8:00 p.m. Cookhouse Pavilion Meet and Greet Come get to know each other and meet our family crew. We are happy to answer your questions about the program or campground. BYOB Brushwood Radio Celebratng Community & Creativity 90.3fm • Festival Information & Updates • Campground Information • Weather • Interviews, Music, Fun & More 7 TUESDAY, JULY 12 9:30 am 9:30 am 10:00 am 11:30 am 11:30 am 11:30 am 11:30 am 11:30 am 11:30 am 1:30 pm 1:30 pm 1:30 pm 1:30 pm 3:30 pm 3:30 pm 3:30 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 5:30 pm 9:00 pm KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming Yoga as Moving Meditation.......................................................Raven Emslie.........................................East Shire Crystals 101 for teens.......................................................Gene Corn.............................................Wolf’s Treasures Booth Morning Story....................................................................TJ Laffan...............................................Kid Village Learn to Draw Mandalas (part I) ........................................Karen Crittenden....................................Studio Finding the Roots of Your Spirituality........................................Gavin & Yvonne Frost.............................East Shire Intro to Old World Granny Magick ......................................Sandy Caswell.......................................Storytelling Pavilion Making Ritual Garb..................................................................Elisheva.................................................North Pavilion Psychic Development ........................................................Carol Lee Callen....................................Runestead Sweat Information Class (Male)................................................Rowan Clan...........................................Sweat Lodge Crochet (part 1) ($10)........................................................Shelby Gangloff.....................................Studio Brushwood Choir Rehearsal.....................................................Phat Man Dee........................................Main Pavilion Stone Carving in Place.............................................................James Metcalfe, Stonecarver.................Storytelling Pavilion Art and Altars of Africa and Beyond..........................................Lilith Dorsey .........................................North Pavilion Fire Anklet (three hours) ($5) .............................................Cate Dalton...........................................Studio Line Dance - DANCE OFF..................................................Seeker...................................................Storytelling Pavilion Let’s Color................................................................................Karen Heaster........................................North Pavilion So You Want To Be A Fire Spinner.............................................Fuego....................................................Storytelling Pavilion Gong Bath (women only)..........................................................Liz Holland.............................................Runestead Mind, Body, and Pole................................................................Jasper Friend........................................Babylon Pole Karaoke Night.....................................................................................................................................Sankofa Cafe TUESDAY CLASS DESCRIPTIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Morning Story Crystals 101 for Teens 10:00 a.m. TJ Laffan Kid Village Children with Parent Kids, bring your parental units and hear some great morning stories. Parents, it’s a great way to ease into the day while you enjoy some time with your child. We’ll color while we listen and if the weather is nice, we’ll hang the pictures on the Kid Village fence for a wonderful Sankofa Gallery until you take your creation home! Thursday and Friday, we’ll add craft time as well! Parents must stay with their children – there are no babysitting services at Kid Village and children cannot be left alone there even during workshops. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Yoga as Moving Meditation East Shire Raven Emslie Adult Only Learn series of simple flowing yoga poses that, with repetition, will allow you to shift from your thinking brain into a deeper state of being. Stretch your body, quiet your mind, and awaken your spirit. This workshop is only as vigorous as you make it. Gentle practitioners welcome. Please bring a yoga mat. Some knowledge of basic yoga poses recommended. 8 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Wolf’s Treasures Booth Gene Corn Teens (13-17) How to find your crystals • Cleansing crystals • Energizing crystals • How to use your crystals • Raw versus polished • Spheres versus pyramids • Wands versus egg shape • Size of stones in relation to energy • Color • Shapes • Chakras --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Studio Learn to Draw Mandalas (part I) Karen Crittenden Teen Friendly (13-17) Learn how to draw a mandala using a compass and a ruler. Learn how to draw a circle mandala and mark out the points. Learn what makes a mandala. What are some traditional symbols to use. Anyone who can hold a pencil can learn to draw a mandala. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. East Shire Finding the Roots of Your Spirituality Gavin and Yvonne Frost All Welcome Spirituality is one of those words that is easy to say but difficult to define. What does being spiritual mean to you? Has science removed from our lives that sense of awe and wonder that was TUESDAY, JULY 12 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming Forget Something? Batteries dead? present when the moon was moved by union forces? Are there any things that turn you on to feelings of wonder and spiritual uplift? Are you in awe of the perfection of a ballerina dancing or a Michelangelo sculpture or a modern automated hamburger machine? How do you bring spirituality into your life? What meditative method can you use to help reconcile both the spiritual and the mundane sides of your life? --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Intro to Old World Granny Magick Male Information Sweat Lodge Class: 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Sandy Caswell Teen Friendly (13-17), All Welcome When the self-sufficient, pragmatic people from the mountains of Scotland, Ireland and Wales began immigrating to America in the 1700’s, their healers, prophets and spiritual intermediaries were called Wise Women, Granny Women, and Granny Witches. Grannies were responsible for the physical and spiritual health of their clans. Relying heavily on common sense and herbal medicine, they prayed and chanted, made lotions and potions, charms and spells, birthed, healed, and buried their people. This would be excellent classes for teens and adults. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Making Ritual Garb North Pavilion Check out the Brushwood Store 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Sweat Lodge An Introduction to the Inipi Kaga Ceremony Rowan Clan Throughout history people have woven purification and other types of ritual into personal and community life. It has been a powerful part of the human experience. Our discussion will center primarily on the history, traditions, and present day uses of the Inipi Kaga Ceremony. We will also discuss guidelines for participation in the lodges this year. You MUST attend this class in order to participate in a lodge. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Crochet: Not Just a Hobby, a Post-Apocalyptic Survival Skill (part 1) Studio Our tribal Ancestors had no sewing machines, nor clothing stores. They worked from scratch. In this workshop we will discuss their ancient ways. We will discuss few super simple techniques to make ritual clothing for Brushwood weather,from how to fold cloth to make a sexy garment without ever sewing, to sewing the simplest one imaginable. If I can do it you can. Come ready to play with fabric- yours or mine Shelby Gangloff Teen Friendly (13-17), All Welcome This course is for anyone who has never crocheted before; this is part of a three-part class. In Part One, we’ll learn how to hold the hook and yarn, chaining, single crochet, double crochet, slip stitch, and tying off. Materials fee covers all supplies needed for all classes, payable during the first class. To ensure that all participants receive individual instruction, the class is limited to 10 people. There will be homework! $10 material fee --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Psychic Development Brushwood Choir Rehearsal Elisheva 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. All Welcome Runestead Carol Lee Callen Teen Friendly (13-17), All Welcome These sessions will introduce you to simple techniques for developing your intuition. Each class will take into account the mix of participants, whether complete novice or more advanced. You will be offered fun exercises and games that you can use at home for further development. Three sessions will be offered throughout the week, and can be taken all together or separately. Hoopy Froods always know where their towel’s at 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Main Pavilion Phat Man Dee Everyone Welcome Phat Man Dee requests your vocal presence in the Brushwood Sankofa Family Choir! Join internationally touring jazz and ‘psychedelic gospel’ singer (recently described as such by the Mountain XPress newsweekly in Asheville, NC) in our choir! We shall learn and rehearse a 20 minute set of music comprised of pan spiritual and multi lingual selections. Mandee believes that there are many paths to sacred divine and the one common element in all religions is music. Some are funny, some are solemn, but all sound wonderful when sung by many voices. Learn songs in Hebrew, English, Spanish, and Yoruba and sing them in a group with Mandee and members of her jazz band, “The Cultural District” on Saturday night before the bonfire! Professional musical experience not required, however a positive attitude and attendance (especially for the Thursday and Friday rehearsals) is. This workshop will be a bit of a crash course, but anything is possible with music and love! 9 TUESDAY, JULY 12 KEY: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Because... !! ns r u B ! ns!! r u B It (available at the Brushwood store) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Stone Carving in Place Storytelling Pavilion James Metcalfe, Stonecarver All Welcome The planning, set up, and tools necessary to carve a large standing stone in place. Preliminary design and working with an unfinished stone and the unique challenges that this presents. This will extend over both events due to the time and sheer amount of work the carving portion will entail. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. North Pavilion Art and Altars of Africa and Beyond Lilith Dorsey All Welcome This class will explore the traditional religious art and altars of Africa and the Afro-diasporan world. Many different artists will be profiled and explored. We will also discuss instructions for setting up your own altars for love, money, peace, healing and more. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Studio Fire Anklet Cate Dalton Teen Friendly (13-17), All Welcome Simple stringing techniques create a lovely Fire dancing anklet! Different stringing techniques will be shown. Various sized beads in Fire colours, are strung so the beads move, enhancing dancing movements. Fire colour pathways (and a few others!) will be available. Class size limited to 12, Class length is 3 hours. $5 material fee --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Line Dance - DANCE OFF Seeker Teens (13-17) After a bit of training, two groups compete to see who is the best at the Electric Slide, the Macarena, even the Chicken Dance, and more! Hosted by The King - Elvis! 10 Teen Programming North Pavilion Let’s Color Sunscreen. 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Kid’s Programming --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- please use It Karen Heaster Adult Only Coloring has become the new meditation. It is very relaxing. Come and play with us. Sorry no children. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion So You Want To Be A Fire Spinner Fuego All Welcome This is an introductory workshop to the world of fire spinning, dancing, and the flow arts, beyond the safety class. We will discuss the pros and cons of fire dancing, various props - what is good to start with, and which you should work towards; as well as practical things to think about. This workshop will also emphasize that age, gender, body type, and skill level should never hinder your journey into the flow arts! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Runestead Gong Bath Liz Holland Women Only A gong bath is a form of sound therapy where various gongs are played in a therapeutic way to bring about healing; this can be done as a one to one or group treatment. The term gong bath means that you are bathed in sound waves, there is no water involved. This workshop is for women only. There are two other mixed workshops available later in the week. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Mind, Body, and Pole Babylon Pole Jasper Friend Adult Only Pole dance and fitness can seem extremely intimidating, but as we all know Brushwood is a safe space. We’ll be focusing on beginner pole skills and simple spins. If you’ve ever even been just a little bit interested in pole this is the perfect place and time for you to come give it a whirl. 9:00 - 11:00 p.m. Brushwood Cafe Karaoke Night hosted by Brushwood Radio. Back by popular demand. Join the fun. There might even be a talent scout there for Brushwood Family Choir. WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 10:00 a.m. KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming Morning Story ........................................................TJ Laffan........................................................Kid Village 11:30 a.m. Plaster Maskmaking (part II) ..................................Raven Emslie and Tom Haffie..........................Studio 11:30 a.m. Body Mandalas..............................................................Christina Bingham..........................................Storytelling Pavilion 11:30 a.m. Sacred Talking Circle: Community..................................Dina Rivera.....................................................Runestead 11:30 a.m. Sweat Information Class (Mixed)....................................Rowan Clan ..................................................Sweat Lodge 1:30 p.m. Tea Blending..................................................................Firesong.........................................................Studio 1:30 p.m. Children’s Meditation.....................................................Starlet Lebrun.................................................Storytelling Pavilion 1:30 p.m. Brushwood Choir Rehearsal...........................................Phat Man Dee.................................................Main Pavilion 3:30 p.m. Bodies in Motion Sign Up...................................... Maia and Rob........................................... Main Pavilion 3:30 p.m. Fire Spinners Community Meeting.................................Fuego and Zimra............................................Roundhouse Field 3:30 p.m. Introduction to the Tin Whistle ($10)..............................James Knight “Bobo”......................................North Pavilion 3:30 p.m. Tea Time........................................................................Jasper Friend..................................................Studio 3:30 p.m. Sweat Lodge (Male).......................................................Rowan Clan....................................................Sweat Lodge 5:30 p.m. Good Mushroom, Bad Mushroom...................................Anomie Jo......................................................North Stage 8:30 pm Movie Night........................................................................................................................................Main Pavilion WEDNESDAY CLASS DESCRIPTIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10:00 a.m. Kid Village Morning Story TJ Laffan Children with Parent Kids, bring your parental units and hear some great morning stories. Parents, it’s a great way to ease into the day while you enjoy some time with your child. We’ll color while we listen and if the weather is nice, we’ll hang the pictures on the Kid Village fence for a wonderful Sankofa Gallery until you take your creation home! Thursday and Friday, we’ll add craft time as well! Parents must stay with their children – there are no babysitting services at Kid Village and children cannot be left alone there even during workshops. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m.. Plaster Maskmaking (part II) Studio Raven Emslie and Tom Haffie Teen Friendly (13-17) Now that our masks have dried, it’s time to paint and decorate. Watch your mask emerge from your own creative process. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Body Mandalas Storytelling Pavilion Christina Bingham All Welcome Within each of our bodies lie the sacred proportions that make up the entire universe. The geometry within our form is more easily recognized when dancing with each other. Standing in a circle, mirroring one another, this workshop unveils that we are all puzzle pieces that fit perfectly with one another. We will be using dance, yoga, and acro to create beautiful fractals as a community. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Sacred Talking Circle: Community Runestead Dina Rivera All Welcome 10 - 15 minutes to explain the Sacred Talking Circle Ceremony followed by four 15 minute rounds – Round 1: Community, Round 2: Men, Round 3: Women, Round 4: Children – and then Closing and Discussion Sage will be used to smudge participants before the ceremony. Participants must be ready to use active listening skills and participate within the ceremony’s structure. Please note that the ceremony does not have time limits, but in order to create an experience within the perimeters of the class structure offered I created this format, modified from usage in school classrooms. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Mixed Class Sweat Lodge Information Meeting: Sweat Lodge An Introduction to the Inipi Kaga Ceremony Rowan Clan Throughout history people have woven purification and other types of ritual into personal and community life. It has been 11 WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 KEY: a powerful part of the human experience. Our discussion will center primarily on the history, traditions, and present day uses of the Inipi Kaga Ceremony. We will also discuss guidelines for participation in the lodges this year. You MUST attend this class in order to participate in a lodge. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Studio Tea Blending Firesong All Welcome Enhance your cuppa experience by blending your own teas. In this hands-on workshop, learn about the different tea bases and additives such as fruits, spices, and herbs. We will have some discussion of medicinal blends and recipes for enjoyment. Participants will have the opportunity to create custom teas. We will also relax and enjoy our creations together. Donations for supplies are appreciated. Kid’s Programming Teen Programming Your parents wanted us to tell you: Remember to hydrate! Use sun screen! Get some rest! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Roundhouse Field Fire Spinners Community Meeting Fuego and Zimra All Welcome A meet and greet for all fire spinners! Review safety protocol and venue rules, then plan for our organized show. This year we will be part of Saturday’s performance and bonfire lighting. Bring your performance music if you can. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is a MANDATORY meeting for everyone who wants to spin fire. You may be asked to meet again for ritual practice. Children’s Meditation Nightly fire spinning circle will open near the roundhouse for those meeting all safety requirements. 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Starlet Lebrun All Welcome This workshop will discuss incorporating meditation into children’s everyday lives. Participants will learn how to create individualized programs to create lasting benefits for their children. Life can be stressful and this workshop will give parents some more tools in the parenting toolbox to help themselves and their children. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Brushwood Choir Rehearsal Brushwood Radio 12 Those interested in the Bodies in Motion Open Mic Night please meet up with Maia and Rob Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. at the Main Pavilion. Main Pavilion Phat Man Dee Everyone Welcome Phat Man Dee requests your vocal presence in the Brushwood Sankofa Family Choir! Join internationally touring jazz and ‘psychedelic gospel’ singer (recently described as such by the Mountain XPress newsweekly in Asheville, NC) in our choir! We shall learn and rehearse a 20 minute set of music comprised of pan spiritual and multi lingual selections. Mandee believes that there are many paths to sacred divine and the one common element in all religions is music. Some are funny, some are solemn, but all sound wonderful when sung by many voices. Learn songs in Hebrew, English, Spanish and Yoruba and sing them in a group with Mandee and members of her jazz band, “The Cultural District” on Saturday night before the bonfire! Professional musical experience not required, however a positive attitude and attendance (especially for the Thursday and Friday rehearsals) is. This workshop will be a bit of a crash course, but anything is possible with music and love! Celebratng Community & Creativity -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 90.3fm Would you like to advertise in next year’s program? Email art in pdf, jpeg, or tif form, Press Quality at 300 dpi resolution, to art@brushwood.com full page, b/w, 7.5 x 10 – $100 half page, b/w, 7.5 x 5 – $50 quarter page, b/w, 3.75 x 5 – $25 eighth page b/w, 3.75 x 2 – $15 mail check payable to Brushwood Folklore Center WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 KEY: Kid’s Programming -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3:30 - 5:00 p.m. North Pavilion Adult Only This workshop is designed for beginners, with little or no musical experience. Students are not expected to become instant experts, but this workshop should lay the groundwork for anyone who wants to learn to jam on the tin whistle, (AKA: the penny whistle). $10 material fee -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Studio Movie Night We’ve lost many creative talents this year, so in honor of all of them we are offering movies from a couple of the greats. Enjoy! Tea Time Labyrinth Jasper Friend All Welcome You’re invited to Tea time! In the perfect setting of our cozy tea house we’ll be serving tea while exploring aspects of tea including the medicinal, magical, social, and special qualities it has to offer. Tea in history, medical uses, tea leaf reading, and tea traditions will be some of the subjects we dip into. with David Bowie (PG) Labyrinth is a 1991 BritishAmerican adventure musical fantasy film directed by Jim Henson, executive produced by George Lucas. The film revolves around 16-yearold Sarah’s quest to reach the center of an enormous otherworldly maze to rescue her infant brother Toby, who has been kidnapped by Jareth, the Goblin King (David Bowie). --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Sweat Lodge Male Sweat Lodge: Inipi Kaga Ceremony Rowan Clan The Inipi is a sacred ritual, often referred to as the Sweat Lodge or Stone Lodge. The traditional Inipi Kaga Ceremony comes from the Sioux Nation. You MUST attend the Sweat Lodge Information Class that is offered 24 hours before the Lodge that you wish to attend. This class includes information about the traditional lodges that are offered and instructions for preparation. Prior to attending a lodge one must be free of alcohol or drugs for at least 24 hours and have a covering for the body (shorts, sarong, etc). Mixed Lodge is Thursday and Female Lodge is Friday. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. North Stage Good Mushroom, Bad Mushroom Anomie Jo All Welcome So now that you know the distinguishing parts of the mushrooms, we want to be able to identify the good edible mushrooms that grow here in the North East, but even more important is being able to identify the poison mushrooms and most important those poison ones that are frequently mistaken for the tasty ones! Yes, people make mistakes, and most of the time the results are embarrassing rather than disastrous, but let’s avoid both! Teen Programming 8:30 p.m. Main Pavilion Introduction to the Tin Whistle James Knight “Bobo” Purple Rain with Prince (R) Purple Rain is a 1984 American rock musical drama film directed by Albert Magnoli. The film stars Prince in his acting debut, playing a quasibiographical person called “The Kid,” a talented but troubled frontman of his Minneapolis-based band The Revolution. To escape his difficult home life he spends his days rehearsing and his nights performing at the First Avenue nightclub. 13 THURSDAY, JULY 14 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming .....................................................Tom Haffie............................................ Studio 9:30 a.m. Molecular Gastronomy 9:30 a.m. Crystals 102 (part 1).........................................................Gene Corn............................................ Wolf’s Treasures Booth 10:00 a.m. Morning Story and Crafts..................................................TJ & Cynthia Laffan.............................. Kid Village 11:30 a.m. Learn to Draw Mandalas (part II) .......................................Karen Crittenden.................................. Studio 11:30 a.m. The Real Roots of Wicca..........................................................Gavin & Yvonne Frost............................ East Shire 11:30 a.m. Granny Magick Divination .................................................Sandy Caswell...................................... Storytelling Pavilion 11:30 a.m. Beyond Lot Casting..................................................................Elisheva................................................ North Pavilion 11:30 a.m. Psychic Development ........................................................Carol Lee Callen................................... Runestead 11:30 a.m. Sweat Information Class (Women)...........................................Rowan Clan.......................................... Sweat Lodge 1:30 p.m. Crochet: Not Just a Hobby (part II) .....................................Shelby Gangloff.................................... Studio 1:30 p.m. Brushwood Choir Rehearsal.....................................................Phat Man Dee....................................... Main Pavilion 1:30 p.m. Stones and Carving ................................................................James Metcalfe.................................... Storytelling Pavilion 1:30 p.m. 55 Ways to Connect to Goddess...............................................Lilith Dorsey......................................... North Pavilion 1:30 p.m. Astrology and Medicine...........................................................Skip Clark............................................. East Meadow 3:30 p.m. Fire Spiners Community Meeting.............................................Fuego and Zimra.................................. Roundhouse Field 3:30 p.m. Intro to Native American Pipe Ceremony ...........................Seeker................................................. Storytelling Pavilion 3:30 p.m. Canning for Camp (and home).................................................Karen Heaster...................................... North Pavilion 3:30 p.m. Guidelines for Creating Initiation Rituals...................................Joy Wedmedyk..................................... East Meadow 3:30 p.m. Introduction to Gongs and Singing Bowls.................................Jamie Kubala....................................... Studio 3:30 p.m. Mixed Sweat...........................................................................Rowan Clan.......................................... Sweat Lodge 5:30 p.m. Movement for the “Non-Dancer” and Fire Spinning..................Fuego................................................... Storytelling Pavilion 5:30 p.m. A Decade of Dancing...............................................................Jasper Friend....................................... North Stage 5:30 p.m. Interlace..................................................................................Gretchen Schork................................... North Pavilion 5:30 p.m. Herbal Spa ($6).......................................................................Firesong............................................... Studio 5:30 p.m. Gong Bath...............................................................................Liz Holland........................................... Runestead 9:00 p.m. Bodies In Motion: Open Mic Dance Night........................Maia Alexandra Potter.....................Main Pavilion THURSDAY CLASS DESCRIPTIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Molecular Gastronomy Morning Story and Crafts 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Tom Haffie Studio 10:00 a.m. Teen Friendly (13-17) Enjoy better living through camp food chemistry while you learn to create unusual dishes such as Nutella powder, arugula spaghetti, hot maple ice cream, and mango caviar. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Wolf’s Treasures Booth Crystals 102 (part 1) Gene Corn Teens (13-17) Sacred space • Programming crystals • Intention • Grids and what they do • The Earth’s grid and what it is 14 TJ & Cynthia Laffan Kid Village Children with Parent Kids, bring your parental units and hear some great morning stories before craft time. Parents, it’s a great way to ease into the day while you enjoy some time with your child. We’ll color while we listen and if the weather is nice, we’ll hang the pictures on the Kid Village fence for a wonderful Sankofa Gallery until you take your creation home! Then, we’ll pull out the markers, paint, paper, feathers, and glitter, glitter, glitter. Come on, kids, have your parents help you create something cool! Parents must stay with their children – there are no babysitting services at Kid Village and children cannot be left alone there even during workshops. THURSDAY, JULY 14 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Learn to Draw Mandalas (part II) Karen Crittenden Studio Teen Friendly (13-17) In this section we will learn to use Sacred Geometry to draw the Mandala and work on a large Mandala using a compass. We will draw out The Flower of Life Mandala. This workshop does require some patience and an ability to follow some multi-part instructions. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. East Shire The Real Roots of Wicca Gavin and Yvonne Frost All Welcome When you cast a traditional circle, air is in the east and water is in the west. Have you ever wondered why? We will explain that there is only one place in the northern hemisphere where such an arrangement is appropriate, and will show how members of the British Raj brought back from India spiritual and religious ideas that morphed into early Wicca. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Granny Magick Divination Sandy Caswell Teen Friendly (13-17), All Welcome When the self-sufficient, pragmatic people from the mountains of Scotland, Ireland, and Wales began immigrating to America in the 1700’s, their healers, prophets, and spiritual intermediaries were called Wise Women, Granny Women, and Granny Witches. With dice and playing cards, Grannies divined the future and the hidden truth of personal and clan matters. In this class, students will be provided with a simple, effective understanding of how to do the same. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Beyond Lot Casting: North Pavilion other forms of ancient Hebrew divination Elisheva All Welcome In this workshop we will discuss-and practice-how to cast Hebrew lots, and then find out about some other forms of ancient Hebrew divination. If you have Hebrew lots bring them. If not, I can provide them. You do not have to know Hebrew, nor be following our Hebrew Tribal Goddess Path to participate. This workshop is open to all. Come ready for Q&A for questions if you have them. Visit the Vendors! Find the special item you wish you’d never been without Enjoy Your Stay! Respect the Land and its Shrines. Be Mindful of the People Around You and Yourself. Explore Something New! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Sweat Lodge Female Information Sweat Lodge Class: An Introduction to the Inipi Kaga Ceremony Rowan Clan Throughout history people have woven purification and other types of ritual into personal and community life. It has been a powerful part of the human experience. Our discussion will center primarily on the history, traditions, and present day uses of the Inipi Kaga Ceremony. We will also discuss guidelines for participation in the lodges this year. You MUST attend this class in order to participate in a lodge. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Psychic Development Carol Lee Callen Runestead Teen Friendly (13-17), All Welcome These sessions will introduce you to simple techniques for developing your intuition. Each class will take into account the mix of participants, whether complete novice or more advanced. You will be offered fun exercises and games that you can use at home for further development. Three sessions will be offered throughout the week, and can be taken all together or separately. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Crochet: Studio Not Just a Hobby, a Post-Apocalyptic Survival Skill (part II) Shelby Gangloff Teen Friendly (13-17) In Part Two, we’ll start by reviewing homework and answering any questions that may have come up. Then we’ll learn about gauge swatches, increasing, decreasing, joining new colors of yarn, working in front and back loops, working in the round, borders, whip stitching, and working in ends. This is Part Two of a three-part class, and is limited to those who have attended Part One. 15 THURSDAY, JULY 14 KEY: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Brushwood Choir Rehearsal Main Pavilion Phat Man Dee All Welcome Phat Man Dee requests your vocal presence in the Brushwood Sankofa Family Choir! Join internationally touring jazz and ‘psychedelic gospel’ singer (recently described as such by the Mountain XPress newsweekly in Asheville, NC) in our choir! We shall learn and rehearse a 20 minute set of music comprised of pan spiritual and multi lingual selections. Mandee believes that there are many paths to sacred divine and the one common element in all religions is music. Some are funny, some are solemn, but all sound wonderful when sung by many voices. Learn songs in Hebrew, English, Spanish and Yoruba and sing them in a group with Mandee and members of her jazz band, “The Cultural District” on Saturday night before the bonfire! Professional musical experience not required, however a positive attitude and attendance (especially for the Thursday and Friday rehearsals) is. This workshop will be a bit of a crash course, but anything is possible with music and love! Kid’s Programming Teen Programming disease and health, sickness and cures with the rhythms of the heavens, the stars, and the planets. This workshop will explore the development of those connections and how they have survived. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Roundhouse Field Fire Spinners Community Meeting Fuego and Zimra All Welcome A meet and greet for all fire spinners! Review safety protocol and venue rules, then plan for our organized show. This year we will be part of Saturday’s performance and bonfire lighting. Bring your performance music if you can. This is a MANDATORY meeting for everyone who wants to spin fire. You may be asked to meet again for ritual practice. Nightly fire spinning circle will open near the roundhouse for those meeting all safety requirements. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Stones & Carving, Surveying & Prospecting Seeker 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Storytelling Pavilion Intro to Native American Pipe Ceremony All Welcome James Metcalfe All Welcome An introduction to safely finding and gathering rocks and minerals in the field. How to research locations, get permissions, what to look for, and how to get the stones and you home safely. Inspired by several Native Tribes, Seeker provides information and a powerful pipe ceremony to honor the mothers and fathers, the grandparents and the Elders of the Brushwood community. Teens and Elders encouraged to attend. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. North Pavilion 55 Ways to Connect to Goddess Lilith Dorsey All Welcome We all have moments where we feel disconnected. Despite the billions of people on the planet, solitude can often turn into loneliness and in those moments we can reach out. Reach out to Goddess, to Spirit, to the divine essence of the universe. This workshop will remind you of ways you may have known as a child, before anyone told you that fairies weren’t real and Santa didn’t come down the chimney. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Canning for Camp (and home) Karen Heaster All Welcome Keeping food cool is always a problem when you’re camping. Food floating around in water in the bottom of the ice chest’s a drag. I have been canning meat and bringing it to camp for years. Canned food is delicious and requires no refrigeration. I’ll have handouts and we’ll discuss the ins and outs of canning various foods. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Astrology and Medicine Joy Wedmedyk 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. East Meadow East Meadow Guidelines for Creating Initiation Rituals Skip Clark All Welcome Ever since earliest recorded history, humans have made connections between what is above and what is below. The concept of macrocosm/microcosm has influenced human thought since the time of the ancient Greeks. So intimate were the connections, that astrologer/physicians connected 16 North Pavilion Adult Only Initiations are moments in time that change everything that comes after them. Whether they are for women, men, children, or elders, all initiations have criteria that help to make them successful and meaningful. Learn about basic Initiation ritual planning, the various initiation styles, the goals of initiation rituals, and practical information to help avoid the common pitfalls. THURSDAY, JULY 14 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Introduction to Gongs and Singing Bowls Interlace Jamie Kubala Gretchen Schork Studio 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Adult Only North Pavilion All Welcome Sound can heal - this is a hands-on workshop where participants will listen to and play gongs and singing bowls. Together we will discover the mystery and the metaphor of the singing bowl, the pagan, European roots of the gong, then share in the healing vibrations of these ancient instruments. A simple introduction to woven pattern design. Bring your favorite pencil and eraser to make original patterns that fit any project. This is also a single-point meditation technique. Materials will be provided free. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Rowan Clan The Inipi is a sacred ritual, often referred to as the Sweat Lodge or Stone Lodge. The traditional Inipi Kaga Ceremony comes from the Sioux Nation. You MUST attend the Sweat Lodge Information Class that is offered 24 hours before the Lodge that you wish to attend. This class includes information about the traditional lodges that are offered and instructions for preparation. Prior to attending a lodge one must be free of alcohol or drugs for at least 24 hours and have a covering for the body (shorts, sarong, etc). Female Lodge is Friday. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Storytelling Pavilion Movement for the “Non-Dancer” and Fire Spinning Fuego --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A Decade of Dancing Jasper Friend Firesong All Welcome Treat yourself by learning how to make spa items such as facial steams, herbal scrubs, bath fizzies, and lotions. We will discuss some herbs that are beneficial for various topical and aromatherapy applications. There will be a chance to enjoy some luxurious herbal creations. Recipe handouts provided. $6 material fee --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Gong Bath (mixed) Runestead Liz Holland Adult Only A gong bath is a form of sound therapy where various gongs are played in a therapeutic way to bring about healing; this can be done as a one to one or group treatment. The term gong bath means that you are bathed in sound waves, there is no water involved. All Welcome Even a non-dancer can move! This workshop will discuss ways to get comfortable with movement, specifically, with the intent to fire dance. Props and music can be a great way to get your body used to moving in seemingly awkward ways! You might be surprised to find out that what feels awkward, looks awesome. Some props provided; you are encouraged to bring your own! All ages, body types, genders, and skill levels welcome! 5:30 - 7:00 p.m Studio Sweat Lodge Herbal Spa Mixed Sweat Lodge: Inipi Kaga Ceremony 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- North Stage Adult Only Strip strip hooray. It’s nearly been a decade since I first dipped my toes into the pool of promises they call the adult entertainment industry. I’m going to share my secrets and stories with you; get an insider’s peek into a world misunderstood and stereotyped by most. This work shop will be informational, a mix of personal experience and the technical side to stripping, some of my most bizarre stories. Ending with time for Q&A. 18+, come with an open mind 9:00 p.m. Main Pavilion Bodies In Motion Community Open Dance Mic! hosted by Maia and Rob “Open Mic Night” for dancers and other forms of motion (performance art, hoop dance, martial arts, etc.) 17 FRIDAY, JULY 15 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming 10:00 a.m...... Morning Story and Crafts.............................................. TJ & Cynthia Laffan...................................Kid Village 11:30 a.m......Plaster Maskmaking (part III) ........................................ Raven Emslie & Tom Haffie........................Studio 11:30 a.m......Expressive Yoga................................................................... Christina Bingham.....................................Storytelling Pavilion 11:30 a.m......Even Count Peyote Stitch ($5)............................................. Dina Rivera................................................Runestead 1:30 p.m........Hypnotic Partnership........................................................... Starlet Lebrun............................................Storytelling Pavilion 1:30 p.m........Brushwood Choir Rehearsal................................................. Phat Man Dee............................................Main Pavilion 1:30 p.m........Witchcraft Studies 2016...................................................... Skip Clark..................................................East Meadow 1:30 p.m........ Guerilla Art!.................................................................. TJ Laffan...................................................Teen Space 3:30 p.m........Fire Spinners Community Meeting....................................... Fuego and Zimra........................................Roundhouse Field 3:30 p.m........Introduction to the Tin Whistle ($10).................................... James Knight “Bobo”.................................North Pavilion 3:30 p.m........Sweat Lodge (Female)......................................................... Rowan Clan...............................................Sweat Lodge 3:30 p.m........Healing With Our Ancestors.................................................. Joy Wedmedyk..........................................East Meadow 3:30 p.m........Balancing the Drummer and the Drum................................. Jamie Kubala.............................................Studio 5:30 p.m........Correctly Identifying Edible Mushrooms............................... Anomie Jo.................................................North Stage 5:30 p.m........Labyrinths........................................................................... Gretchen Schork........................................North Pavilion 9:00 p.m...... Burning Sage...........................................................................................................................Main Pavilion FRIDAY CLASS DESCRIPTIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Morning Story and Crafts Expressive Yoga 10:00 a.m. TJ & Cynthia Laffan Kid Village Children with Parent Kids, bring your parental units and hear some great morning stories before craft time. Parents, it’s a great way to ease into the day while you enjoy some time with your child. We’ll color while we listen and if the weather is nice, we’ll hang the pictures on the Kid Village fence for a wonderful Sankofa Gallery until you take your creation home! Then, we’ll pull out the markers, paint, paper, feathers, and glitter, glitter, glitter. Come on, kids, have your parents help you create something cool! Parents must stay with their children – there are no babysitting services at Kid Village and children cannot be left alone there even during workshops. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Plaster Maskmaking (part III) Raven Emslie and Tom Haffie Studio Teen Friendly (13-17) This will be a time for sharing our experience of the maskmaking process. Then we’ll don and inhabit our masks as we playfully interact with one another. 18 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Christina Bingham All Welcome A dance based practice wherein the student focuses on alignment & centering to then branch out & move through postures in fun & creative ways inspired by belly & temple dance. We will move through traditional asanas (postures) like a slow vinyasa (moving with breath). Bring a yoga mat and water bottle! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Runestead Even Count Peyote Stitch Dina Rivera All Welcome This is a beginner bead class. You will complete a key chain to take home. You can choose from many designs (or create your own - which may take more time than class will allow). I will teach you how to start the project, demonstrate peyote stitch and complete the project. $5 material fee Brushwood Radio Celebratng Community & Creativity 90.3fm FRIDAY, JULY 15 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hypnotic Partnership Fire Spinners Community Meeting 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Starlet Lebrun Adult Only Breaking down barriers and creating change with the use of touch and hypnotic suggestion. This workshop will discuss some basic concepts of hypnosis and how to utilize the benefits and put them into practice using our partners to be the co-facilitator of our desired change. This is meant to be a loving partner exchange of energy to facilitate the changes our partners wish to create together and individually. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Witchcraft Studies 2016 Skip Clark Roundhouse Field Fuego and Zimra All Welcome A meet and greet for all fire spinners! Review safety protocol and venue rules, then plan for our organized show. This year we will be part of Saturday’s performance and bonfire lighting. Bring your performance music if you can. This is a MANDATORY meeting for everyone who wants to spin fire. You may be asked to meet again for ritual practice. Nightly fire spinning circle will open near the roundhouse for those meeting all safety requirements. East Meadow --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------3:30 - 5:00 p.m. North Pavilion All Welcome The resurgence of popular and scholarly interest in the history of the Burning Times is astounding. New books and articles come out almost monthly. Our knowledge of the important chapter of European and American history has been enormously enriched as a result. Come and find out what’s new and also to share what you’ve learned recently as well. Introduction to the Tin Whistle James Knight “Bobo” Adult Only This workshop is designed for beginners, with little or no musical experience. Students are not expected to become instant experts, but this workshop should lay the groundwork for anyone who wants to learn to jam on the tin whistle, (AKA: the penny whistle). $10 material fee --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Brushwood Choir Rehearsal Main Pavilion Phat Man Dee All Welcome Phat Man Dee requests your vocal presence in the Brushwood Sankofa Family Choir! Join internationally touring jazz and ‘psychedelic gospel’ singer (recently described as such by the Mountain XPress newsweekly in Asheville, NC) in our choir! We shall learn and rehearse a 20 minute set of music comprised of pan spiritual and multi lingual selections. Mandee believes that there are many paths to sacred divine and the one common element in all religions is music. Some are funny, some are solemn, but all sound wonderful when sung by many voices. Learn songs in Hebrew, English, Spanish and Yoruba and sing them in a group with Mandee and members of her jazz band, “The Cultural District” on Saturday night before the bonfire! Professional musical experience not required, however a positive attitude and attendance (especially for the Thursday and Friday rehearsals) is. This workshop will be a bit of a crash course, but anything is possible with music and love! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Guerilla Art! Teen Space TJ Laffan Teens (13-17) ...we just don’t know what might happen. Come be part of spontanrous creation. Plus, power tools. Or, possibly, oobleck... The Sankofa Cafe!! Open 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Dinner Specials! Snacks also available at the Brushwood Store 19 FRIDAY, JULY 15 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. North Stage Correctly Identifying Edible Mushrooms in the Wild! Anomie Jo All Welcome --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Anomie has been collecting wild mushrooms since the mid 80s when she stumbled onto a wild mushroom class. The mushroom club has been the best way to learn to identify the huge assortment of mushrooms that grow in the diverse woodlands of the North Eastern US. Photographing, eating, or simply having a grand reason to go out to the woods to find treasure, mushrooms are fun! Allow me to share my passion for fungi! Healing with Our Ancestors --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Play Together 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Joy Wedmedyk East Meadow All Welcome Our chain of ancestors should be stable, strong and continue back to the beginning of our life on Earth. “Breaks” or gaps in the chain can cause many spiritual problems in our life. Symptoms of an Ancestral break are as varied as ill health, possession, soul loss, family curses, and even OCD and autistic behavior. Joy will share her healing techniques and give examples of sessions she has done with clients that repair the damage done by “breaks” in the ancestral chain. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Studio Balancing the Drummer and the Drum Jamie Kubala All Welcome There is a communion between the body and the drum. Learn to create the proper balance to lessen pain and fatigue and raise your level of drum circle bliss. We will review proper posture, ergonomics, hand technique and warm up excercises, as well as exploring the best drum straps, drum stands and chairs. We will conclude with drum patterns that emphasize flow and balance to lead us to a higher consciousness. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Sweat Lodge Female Sweat Lodge: Inipi Kaga Ceremony Rowan Clan The Inipi is a sacred ritual, often referred to as the Sweat Lodge or Stone Lodge. The traditional Inipi Kaga Ceremony comes from the Sioux Nation. You MUST attend the Sweat Lodge Information Class that is offered 24 hours before the Lodge that you wish to attend. This class includes information about the traditional lodges that are offered and instructions for preparation. Prior to attending a lodge one must be free of alcohol or drugs for at least 24 hours and have a covering for the body (shorts, sarong, etc). 20 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. North Pavilion Gretchen Schork All Welcome Labyrinths Suggestions for meditations and uses for the patterns explore the qualities of the visible planetary forces. Planetary patterns will be available to walk during (and after) this workshop. Finger labyrinths of the patterns will be provided. - 9:00 p.m. Main Pavilion BURNING SAGE Burning Sage is a metaphysical, tribal rock band. Pounding drums, trippy danceable rhythms and intense powerful vocals with Sue Balaschak, Lin Sanders, Corie Kaminski and Dawn Fritz SATURDAY, JULY 16 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming 9:30 a.m. Crystal healing, colors and chakras.........................................Gene Corn............................................ Wolf’s Treasures Booth 11:30 a.m. Learning to Draw Mandalas (part III) ..................................Karen Crittenden.................................. Studio 11:30 a.m. Ritual Construction..................................................................Gavin & Yvonne Frost............................ East Shire 11:30 a.m. Granny’s Book of Shadows......................................................Sandy Caswell...................................... Storytelling Pavilion 11:30 a.m. Divination in Ancient Israel.......................................................Elisheva................................................ North Pavilion 11:30 a.m. Psychic Development ........................................................Carol Lee Callen................................... Runestead 1:30 p.m. Crochet: Not Just a Hobby (part III) ....................................Shelby Gangloff.................................... Studio 1:30 p.m. Stones and Carving Intermediate (the Tools)............................James Metcalfe, Stonecarver............... Storytelling 1:30 p.m. Spiritual Lessons from the Sci-Fi Universe...............................Lilith Dorsey......................................... North Pavilion 1:30 p.m. Ethics and Magic.....................................................................Skip Clark............................................. East Meadow 3:30 p.m. Olympic Style Competition for Teens.................................Seeker................................................. Storytelling Pavilion 3:30 p.m. Paganism and Christianity.......................................................Karen Heaster...................................... North Pavilion 3:30 p.m. Creating Prayer Sticks ($1 - $3)...............................................Joy Wedmedyk..................................... East Meadow 3:30 p.m. The Myth and the Magic of the Grateful Dead..........................Jamie Kubala....................................... Studio 5:30 p.m. Putting The Pieces Together.....................................................Fuego................................................... Storytelling Pavilion 5:30 p.m. Gong Bath (mixed)...................................................................Liz Holland........................................... Runestead 5:30 p.m. Alphabets in Magic..................................................................Gretchen Schork................................... North Pavilion 5:30 p.m. Growing and Using Common and Rare Herbs ($1)....................Firesong............................................... Studio 8:30 p.m. Brushwood Family Choir........................................................................................................ Main Pavilion PhatManDee........................................................................................................................... Main Pavilion Bodies in Motion Showcase................................................................................................... Main Pavilion Fire Spinning (Well Seasoned Fire) and Procession............................................................... Main Pavilion Sankofa Fire........................................................................................................................... Roundhoue SATURDAY CLASS DESCRIPTIONS --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Wolf’s Treasures Booth Crystal Healing, Colors and Chakras Gene Corn All Welcome How to use crystals for healing purposes • Color of stones • Best way to use stones and color therapy • Age and the chakras --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Learning to Draw Mandalas (part III) Karen Crittenden Studio Teen Friendly (13-17) In this workshop we will work on free style or free drawn Mandalas. We will still work with circle Mandalas but everything will be drawn out with our hands sans tools! Time Permitting we will move into some basic color work in this workshop. This is a fun time for anyone wanting to learn how to draw mandalas for fun or to increase meditation time. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Ritual Construction East Shire Gavin & Yvonne Frost All Welcome Here we will show you how the basics work no matter what size group you are using – from a solitary to a duet to a small group to a mob, the basics never change. When should groups be split into smaller less diverse participants? We will finish by designing a ritual for the participants and then running it. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Granny’s Book of Shadows Sandy Caswell All Welcome Television and movies are filled with ancient looking tombs containing lotions, potions, charms and spells. You KNOW you want one! But where do you get such a thing? Can you buy it? Make it? What information should you include? Sandy will explain everything you need to know from the Old World Granny Magick perspective. Brushwood Radio Celebratng Community & Creativity 90.3fm • Festival Information & Updates • Campground Information • Weather • Interviews, Music, Fun & More 21 SATURDAY, JULY 11 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Remember Those Naps? The ones you wouldn’t take as a child? WHAT WERE YOU THINKING?!? Naps. Good for you then, good for you now.... --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Divination in Ancient Israel Elisheva North Pavilion All Welcome In this workshop we will discuss the various forms of divination we know to have existed in Ancient Israel. Contrary to what scholars (and religious authorities) have stated over the years, recent excavation and interpretation of text show us that divinatory practices thrived in ancient Israel among the supposedly monotheist Hebrew, and came down to us in folk practice to this modern day. Come ready for Q&A with any questions if you have them 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Stones and Carving Intermediate (the Tools) James Metcalfe, Stonecarver All Welcome An introduction to the safe use of different types of tools. Included will be diamond blades and bits, diamod lap, tumblers, grindersand diamond saws. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. North Pavilion Spiritual Lessons from the Sci-Fi Universe Lilith Dorsey All Welcome How can you use the Force? What does Worf from Star Trek have to do with Africa’s Ogun? What do little green men have to do with Sirius and Amazonian shamanism? How can the pitfalls to your destiny be found in the Twilight Zone? Who is the Doctor? For possible answers to these questions and more please tune in to this class. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. East Meadow Ethics and Magic --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Skip Clark All Welcome “An it harm none, do as Ye will” is a familiar saying to most practicing Wiccans and other pagans. Its interpretation, and its connection with other ethical concerns of magical practitioners, is not always clear or even apparent. Please come with your own ideas and comments to share during this presentation. Psychic Development --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Carol Lee Callen Runestead Teen Friendly (13-17), All Welcome These sessions will introduce you to simple techniques for developing your intuition. Each class will take into account the mix of participants, whether complete novice or more advanced. You will be offered fun exercises and games that you can use at home for further development. Three sessions will be offered throughout the week, and can be taken all together or separately. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Studio Crochet: Not Just a Hobby, a Post-Apocalyptic Survival Skill (part III) Shelby Gangloff Teen Friendly (13-17), All Welcome In Part Three, we’ll again review homework, then we’ll learn how to read a pattern, what all those abbreviations mean, how to read a chart, and refresh any skills that students are still struggling with. We’ll also start our final project: a pineapple trivet! This is Part Three of a three-part class, and is limited to those who have attended Parts One and Two. 22 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Olympic Style Competition for Teens Seeker Teens (13-17) First held in 776 BCE, the Olympic Games were EPIC! Teens are invited to challenge themselves and compete in activities such as shot-put, discus and javelin throwing, long jumps and relay races. Prizes will be awarded by the Greek Hero, Perseus. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Paganism and Christianity Karen Heaster North Pavilion All Welcome Most of us were raised in the Christian-centric culture of the U.S. Whether our families went to church or not, we breathed it in at school and all around us. How has it affected us? How did we get here? This is a discussion group and the direction it takes is based on you. SATURDAY, JULY 16 KEY: Kid’s Programming Teen Programming --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Creating Prayer Sticks Growing and Using Common and Rare Herbs 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. East Meadow 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Joy Wedmedyk All Welcome Prayer sticks have been used in many cultures to create a focused place of intent that allows our desires to manifest. In North American Indigenous traditions, they are connected to the Medicine Wheel of life and are offered to the Earth and Creator to continue our intention. We will learn the basics of the Medicine Wheel, such as direction, color and meaning, and then create an individual prayer stick from sticks, yarn and feathers. $1-$3 material fee Studio Firesong All Welcome We’ll explore the care (yes, you can grow coffee in PA) and function of some of the more common and also the rarer herbs. Photos and herbal examples will be provided from one of the most diverse gardens in the country. Participants will receive information on the processing of herbs for use. $1 material fee --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Studio The Myth and the Magic of the Grateful Dead Jamie Kubala All Welcome Are you a Deadhead or are you curious about the Grateful Dead or their music? Why have they maintained such a presence and influence after 50 years? How did their sound develop, and what makes their shows legendary? Learn why the Dead’s drummer Mickey Hart’s book “Drumming at the Edge of Magic” is the written spirit guide of the drum circle. Bring your questions and/or your stories of your favorite Dead shows and songs. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Storytelling Pavilion Putting The Pieces Together Flow Performance Preparedness Fuego All Welcome So you want to spin and now you figured out how to move – it’s time to show off those skills!! We will discuss the various elements to putting on a performance for your friends, family, and favorite festival venue! Costumes, makeup, music, and space will all be discussed and put into practice as we get ready for the Sankofa Showcase!! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Gong Bath (mixed) Runestead Liz Holland Adult Only A gong bath is a form of sound therapy where various gongs are played in a therapeutic way to bring about healing; this can be done as a one-to-one or group treatment. The term gong bath means that you are bathed in sound waves. There is no water involved. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Alphabets in Magic North Pavilion Gretchen Schork All Welcome Overview of the living creatures known as letters. Ideas on empowering magical words will be suggested. Applies to all alphabets with a magical significance. 8:00 p.m. Main Pavilion Saturday Extravaganza Featuring: Brushwood Family Choir Phat Man Dee and the Cultural District Phat Man Dee is a cosmic jazz vocalist, bandleader, producer and poet. She sings her original compositions and eclectic repertoire in 10 languages with dedicated jazz musicians of diverse backgrounds. She has been voted in the Top 3 Jazz Acts in Pittsburgh City Papers Readers Poll every year since 2010. Geña Musica, Mathew Tembo, Carlos Peña and Tommy Amoeba. Bodies in Motion Highlights Community Fire Dancers Procession to the Roundhouse and Sankofa Fire Lighting 23 SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES __________________________________ __________________________________ ANOMIE JO CLARK, SKIP Anomie has been collecting wild mushrooms since the mid 80s when she stumbled onto a wild mushroom class. The mushroom club has been the best way to learn to identify the huge assortment of mushrooms that grow in the diverse woodlands of the North Eastern US. Photographing, eating or simply having a grand reason to go out to the woods to find treasure, mushrooms are fun! Allow me to share my passion for fungi! Identifying wild mushrooms, the basics Good mushroom, bad mushrooms Correctly identifying edible mushrooms in the wild! Days/Times: MON, WED FRI at 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Dr. Skip Clark has a Ph.D. in Medieval History and has taught medieval and early modern history and the history of Witchcraft at the university level for over 30 years. He also has published in the areas of astrology and medicine and has been a regular presenter at Sirius Rising since its beginning. Astrology and Medicine Witchcraft Studies 2016 Ethics and Magic Days/Times: THU, FRI, SAT at 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Maia Alexandra is a professional Bellydancer and Fire Entertainer based in Buffalo, New York. A veteran performer, her musicality, sass, and enchanting unusual style is beloved by audiences everywhere she entertains. Teaching dance since 1995, Maia understands that every student learns differently. She uses multiple techniques in effort to teach you as completely as possible! Maia Alexandra is a big believer in the power of breath and love in the creation of outstanding soulful dancing. Bodies In Motion “Open Mic Dance Night” Days/Times: THU Performance at 10:00 - 11:00 p.m. sharing his knowledge and major collections of stone, gems, and minerals. He brings this 30-year-old wisdom to his classes and booths these last 15 years at brushwood folklore. Crystals 101 for teens Crystals 102 part 1 for teens Crystal healing, colors and chakras Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. __________________________________ __________________________________ CORN, GENE Gene Corn/Wolf Treasures has been collecting rocks and gems since ALEXANDRA POTTER, MAIA he was a young boy and now carries them throughout the nation, __________________________________ BINGHAM, CHRISTINA Majik Dakini (Chrissie Bingham) has been performing since 2008 specializing in Fire Arts, Acrobatics & Temple Dance. Performing and teaching at a myriad of festivals & events across the US & Central America. Chrissie then received her 200RYT with Danyasa Yoga Arts. Since traveling Chrissie is now focused on joining her degree in psychology with medicinal movement. To this day she travels from festival to community bringing people together through dance & yoga. Acro Roots Body Mandalas Expressive Yoga Days/Times: MON, WED FRI at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. __________________________________ CALLEN, CAROL LEE Carol Lee Callen DOM is a practitioner of oriental medicine in Santa Fe NM. She is a certified medium in the Church of the Living Spirit and a certified psychic medium in the Trilogy Institute, both in Lily Dale, NY. Carol has been teaching the energetic and intuitive arts in the Brushwood community for almost 20 years. Psychic Development Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. __________________________________ CASWELL, SANDY Sandy Caswell’s study and practice of magick and metaphysics has been an ongoing and diverse 40 year journey. She is a graduate of the State University of New York and the One Voice School of Interfaith Ministry, is a legally ordained Minister, a thrice ordained Priestess; and has been adopted into a clan of Welsh Wise Women. In 1999, Sandy incorporated Willow Grove, The First Pagan Church of Rochester, NY. Intro to Old World Granny Magick Granny Magick Divination Granny’s Book of Shadows Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. 24 __________________________________ CRITTENDEN, KAREN Karen has been teaching and drawing Mandalas for more than 20 years and this has become a great passion for her. She owns and operates a crafting business where I continue to teach art classes to the general public. Learn to Draw Mandalas (part I) Learn to Draw Mandalas (part II) Learning to draw Mandalas (part III) Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. __________________________________ DALTON, CATE Cate Dalton has been designing and creating jewelry for years, in anticipation of retirement. Everytime she learns a new technique, she can’t wait to share it! Beading doesn’t have to be intricate to be beautiful... Jewelry has been used to enhance the body with beauty for hundreds of thousands of years. It has also been an effective means of expressing spirituality for just as long. Come join the fun! Fire Beaded Bead Fire Anklet Days/Times: MONDAY at 1:30 - 5:00 p.m. Days/Times: TUE at 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. __________________________________ DORSEY, LILITH Lilith Dorsey M.A., hails from many magickal traditions, including Celtic, Afro-Caribbean, and Native American spirituality. Her traditional education focused on Plant Science, Anthropology, and Film at New York University and the University of London, and her magickal training includes numerous initiations in Santeria also known as Lucumi, Haitian Vodoun, and New Orleans Voodoo. She is the author of “Voodoo and Afro-Caribbean Paganism”, and the soon to be released “Love Magic”. Check out her blog Voodoo Universe. Art and Altars of Africa and Beyond 55 Ways to Connect to Goddess Spiritual Lessons from the Sci-Fi Universe Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES __________________________________ __________________________________ ELISHEVA FROST, GAVIN and YVONNE EliSheva is Shophet (elected leader-of Am HaAretz, aka AMHA), an Israeli Nature/earth oriented Tradition of Peaceful Warriors that reconnects with ancient Hebrews before monotheism. Her academic background includes archeology studies at the Tel Aviv University, an MA in Conference Interpreting and an MA in Clinical Counseling with psychotherapy licenses in Ohio and Kentucky. Making ritual garb when you do not know how to sew... Beyond Lot casting: other forms of ancient Hebrew divination Divination in Ancient Israel Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Gavin and Yvonne seem to have been around forever. They have written over 30 books published in five languages, and they are always at the cutting edge of Wiccan spirituality, philosophy, and magic. The Church and School of Wicca, founded in 1968 CE, was the first to articulate Wicca as an alternative spiritual path. The Church of Wicca is a religious association that has been recognized by a federal appeals court, has helped the IRS write guidelines to recognize a church, and, and is referenced in the Federal Register. Finding the Roots of Your Spirituality The Real Roots of Wicca Ritual Construction Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. magnificent adult children. Life partnership and parenting, as well as coaching training, Zen practice and having lived in intentional community have taught them much about personal process and group facilitation. Raven is a certified Hatha Yoga teacher. Plaster Maskmaking (part I) Plaster Maskmaking (part II) Plaster Maskmaking (part III) Days/Times: MON, WED FRI at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Yoga as Moving Meditation Days/Times: TUE at 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Fuego hails from Buffalo, NY. She has 6+ years performing professionally with Buffalo’s premiere fire troupe, Pyromancy, of which she is also the Chief Safety Officer. Fuego’s learned to spin at Brushwood many years ago, taught her first classes last year, and is delighted to be able to give back to this community that is so important to her! So You Want To Be A Fire Spinner Movement for the “Non-Dancer” and Fire Spinning Putting The Pieces Together - Flow Performance Preparedness Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Firesong, M.Ed, is an artist, accomplished singer, certified teacher, folk herbalist, compulsively diverse master gardener, Global Spirits priestess, and the choral director of The Voices of the Seasons Ensemble. She has lead creative rituals for over 20 years. Firesong conducts regular Global Spirits services and pours for the Starry Night Sweat Lodge. She recorded several teaching CDs of world chants and wrote Global Spirits: Philosophies and Practices. Tea Blending Days/Times: WED at 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Herbal Spa Growing and Using Common and Rare Herbs Days/Times: THU, SAT at 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. crocheting afghans, sweaters, scarves, and other fun projects for over 14 years. She has been participating in events at Brushwood since 2003. She is a licensed pharmacist in both Pennsylvania and New York since 2011. She is also a beekeeper with an apiary in Bradford, PA since 2013. Crochet: Not Just a Hobby, a Post-Apocalyptic Survival Skill, Part 1 Crochet: Not Just a Hobby, a Post-Apocalyptic Survival Skill, Part 2 Crochet: Not Just a Hobby, a Post-Apocalyptic Survival Skill, Part 3 Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. __________________________________ EMSLIE, RAVEN and TOM HAFFIE __________________________________ Raven, a healing facilitator and Tom, a university science educator, have been in marital bliss for 35 years. They have raised three FUEGO __________________________________ __________________________________ GANGLOFF, SHELBY FIRESONG She considers herself to be a Jill of All Trades and Mistress of Some, __________________________________ FRIEND, JASPER Jasper is a Brushwood baby, growing up at brushwood she has been shaped by community and creativity. She’s a certified partner acrobatic teacher as well as a professional acrobat and pole dancer. Gaining knowledge of self care and injury repair through years of physical Profession. She’s also a lover of tea, for passion and practicality. She’s turning her passion into more, on the trail to perusing an education in tea and herbal Medicine. Mind, body, and pole Days/Times: TUE at 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Tea Time Days/Times: WED at 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. A Decade of Dancing Days/Times: THU at 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. __________________________________ HAFFIE, TOM and EMSLIE, RAVEN Raven, a healing facilitator and Tom, a university science educator, have been in marital bliss for 35 years. They have raised three magnificent adult children. Life partnership and parenting, as well as coaching training, Zen practice, and having lived in an intentional community have taught them much about personal process and group facilitation. Raven is a certified Hatha Yoga teacher. Molecular Gastronomy Days/Times: THURS at 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. __________________________________ HEASTER, KAREN Karen Heaster, MSW, has presented topical discussion groups for many years at Sirius Rising. She is the former program organizer for the HeartSong festival and has a permanent camp, The Crone’s Nest, in the north end of the field. Let’s Color Canning for Camp (and home) Paganism and Christianity Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 25 SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES __________________________________ HOLLAND, LIZ Liz Holland is a multi-instrumentalist, composer and sound artist. She holds a Master of Music in Percussion Performance from the University of Buffalo, focused on contemporary and classical percussion. She has immersed herself in the study of mediterasian frame percussion and has a recent focus in the art of sound healing. “Holland throws down heavy grooves that even the big boys could have trouble lifting.” - Drum! Magazine Gong Bath (women only) Gong Bath (mixed) Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. __________________________________ KNIGHT, JAMES “BOBO” James taught this course last year and had excellent feedback from his students. This year, he’s asking for a $10 materials fee, to help cover his costs and to limit the classes to a manageable size. He will teach three 90-minute classes, (workshops), for the Sirius Rising event and three 90-minute classes, (workshops), for the Sankofa event. One materials fee will cover all workshops for both festivals. Introduction to the Tin Whistle Days/Times: MON, WED FRI at 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. __________________________________ KUBALA, JAMIE Mr. Jamie Kubala has been a drummer for over 45 years, and has presented many music and drum workshops at Brushwood for about the past fifteen years. His whole life has been spent exploring the creative/spiritual connection, and he believes in everyone’s ability to seek a higher consciousness through art, music, and movement. Introduction to Gongs and Singing Bowls Balancing the Drummer and the Drum The Myth and the Magic of the Grateful Dead Days/Times: THU, FRI, SAT at 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. __________________________________ LAFFAN, CYNTHIA and TJ Cynthia and TJ have been artists of a wide variety of genre all their lives, first separately, then together. Cindy is a professional graphic designer and fine artist in a variety of media. TJ has worked in theater and television, and woodworking is a regular passion. They have worked hard to learn what they know and now to pass it on to others. During Sankofa and Sirius Rising they present programming for children and youth, and faciliate a Kid’s Fest in August at Brushwood. Want to get involved? Let them know! M - F at 10:00 a.m. – Morning Story THU, FRI Kid Village at 10:00 a.m. – Morning Story and Craft FRI Teen Space at 1:30 p.m. – Guerrilla Art enjoying the journey into new pathways. She believes that utilizing the Mind, Body, and Spirit to facilitate healing. Family Reiki Children’s Meditation Hypnotic Partnership Days/Times: MON, WED FRI at 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. __________________________________ MAN DEE, PHAT Phat Man Dee is a cosmic jazz cabaret vocalist, bandleader, events producer, videographer, poet and part time sideshow marvel. She regularly appears with both her jazz group “The Cultural District”, the sideshow burlesque group “Kabarett Vulgare” and in “The Lemington Gospel Chorale” directed by Pastor Deryck Tines. She performs live approximately 100 dates a year in nightclubs, theaters, educational facilities, private events and festivals. She has been voted in the Pittsburgh City Paper’s Readers’ Polls of 2010-2015 as one of the top 3 local jazz acts. Phat Man Dee’s passion for social justice is evidenced by the number of events she has performed for, and organized, to raise funds for and build awareness of important social issues like fighting racism, and pursuing environmental justice and peace. In addition to her live performances, Man Dee also teaches voice to young people through two musical programs, the We Rock Workshop, directed by Liz Berlin of Rusted Root and Creative Life Support, and the Afro American Music Institute, directed by Dr. James Johnson and his wife Pamela Johnson, currently celebrating 33 years in existence. Phat Man Dee requests your vocal presence in the Brushwood Sankofa Family Choir! Join internationally touring jazz and “psychedelic gospel” singer (recently described as such by the Mountain XPress newsweekly in Asheville, NC) in our choir! Brushwood Choir Rehearsal Days/Times: TUE, WED, THU, FRI at 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. __________________________________ METCALFE, JAMES Stonecarver He is a master stone carver and has been carving stone for the past thirty years. He has carved both small precious stones and large sculpture/monument (Pan Am Soccer ball ) pieces. He has also been involved in one form of metaphysical work or another for over thirty years very often blending or working with the two in conjunction with one another. Stone Carving in Place Stones and Carving Surveying & Prospecting Introduction To Stones and Stone Carving & Stones and Carving Intermediate (the Tools) Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. __________________________________ __________________________________ RIVERA, DINA LEBRUN, STARLET Starlet Lebrun has an M.B.A in Mediation and Dispute Resolution from Colorado Technical Institute and B.Sc. in Fashion Textile Technology with a minor in Deviance from Buffalo State University and is a certified Hypnotherapist and Instructor from American School of Hypnosis and a member of AIA. Starlet Lebrun is currently exploring new paths of experience and 26 My Indian name is Monica Te Lo Weh, “Smiles A Lot Woman” given to me on the Tuscarora Reservation from my 1st Inipi family back in the mid-1990s. We sweat twice a month. I was invited and participated from the beginning to the end of the Sun Dance Ceremony on the Four Bears Reservation in Newtown, North Dakota. For 15 years, she has been training with Linda and Gene Rowan 3rd Sweat family. I am Tiano. Dream Catchers Sacred Talking Circle: Community Even Count Peyote Stitch Days/Times: MON, WED FRI at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES __________________________________ __________________________________ ROWAN CLAN SEEKER While living on Lake Traverse Dakota Sioux Reservation, in SD for 5 years, Gene and Linda Rowand were fortunate to meet Ervin Cook, a full-blood Sioux willing to teach about his culture, spirituality, and the Sweat Lodge. They began facilitating Sweat Lodges at Brushwood over 15 years ago. Those that gathered to help and learn, gradually became like family and thus members of Rowan Clan, an ever evolving family. Sweat Information Class: Men’s, Mixed, Women’s Days/Times: TUE, WED, THU at 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Sweat Lodge: Men’s, Mixed, Women’s Days/Times: WED, THU, FRI at 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. __________________________________ SCHORK, GRETCHEN Since 1980, she has studied Magical Qabalah, Runes, Ritual Magic, Labyrinths, and Calligraphy, and has been teaching Art since 1971. She was ordained in service to All The Powers in 1989, and is an experienced Scribe. Author of several books on these topics, she has been presenting workshops since 1997. Her approach to teaching includes laughter, facts, experience and respect for the diversity of experiences the attendees bring to the session. Interlace Labyrinths Alphabets in Magic Days/Times: THU, FRI, SAT at 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. WANT TO PRESENT A WORKSHOP NEXT YEAR? Go to www.brushwood.com Sankofa and Sirius Rising pages to apply online. Deadline for submissions is January 31, 2017 WANT TO VOLUNTEER? Go to www.brushwood.com volunteer page and apply online. The deadline for submissions is May 1, 2017 Come and enjoy two weeks of Festival at Brushwood in 2017!! SANKOFA IS JULY 10 - 16, 2017 SIRIUS RISING IS JULY 17 - 23, 2017 Over 30 years experience with Native American culture has prepared Seeker to share his knowledge of the Indians, both historically and spiritually with adults and children at festivals, libraries, museums and community events. Line Dance - DANCE OFF Into to Native American Pipe Ceremony Olympic Style Competition for Teens Days/Times: TUE, THU, SAT at 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. __________________________________ WEDMEDYK, JOY Joy Wedmedyk (Iyalocha Omi Lasa) is an initiated Yemaya priestess in Lucumi Orisha worship, a Kontoumble Shaman (Burkina Fasa, Africa), and a Ganji initiate of the Wolf Clan of the Seneca Nation. For over 40 years she has presented workshops on Spirit Communication, Spiritual Healing, Ancestor reverence, and Shamanism. She is a contributing author for the anthologies “Walking the Path of the Ancient Ways” (Corvis Nocturnum) and “Calling to our Ancestors” (Sarenth Odinsson). Guidelines for Creating Initiation Rituals Creating Prayer Sticks Healing With Our Ancestors Days/Times: THU, FRI, SAT at 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Would you like to advertise in next year’s program? Email art in pdf, jpeg, or tif form, Press Quality at 300 resolution, to art@brushwood.com full page, b/w, 7.5 x 10 – $100 half page, b/w, 7.5 x 5 – $50 quarter page, b/w, 3.75 x 5 – $25 eighth page b/w, 3.75 x 2 – $15 mail check payable to Brushwood Folklore Center 27 1 East Shire 2 East Meadow 3 North Stage 4 North Pavilion & Sacred Circle 5 Main Pavilion & Stone Circle 6Nemeton 7Runestead 8 Kids Village 9Studio 10 Ritual Field 11 Story Telling Pavilion 12 Rowan Clan 13 Didge Dome 14 Labyrinth & Ancestor Shrine 15 Upper Pond 16 BWD Radio 17 Henna Tree 18Roundhouse 19 Fairy Garden Earth Shrine Air Shrine Ancestor Mound Spirit Shrine Water Shrine Teen Space Fire Shrine 28