April 18 workshop FROM GODDESS TO GAIA

ByHeather Conn

I’m pleased to be hosting a new workshop FROM GODDESS TO GAIA:
Celebrate the Divine Feminine with SoulCollage(R) on Saturday, April 18 at a private home in Gibsons.

This workshop, held from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m., is open to anyone who wants to explore her deeper, feminine self. All materials are provided. We’ll briefly cover Gaia and goddesses from a variety of cultures and religions, including Kali/Durga of Hinduism, Tara and Kuan Yin from Buddhism, and Mary and the Black Madonna from Christianity.

Cost is $49 with GST. Please contact me to register and for address details. The workshop is limited to eight women.

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