SoulBeing

How to Embody the INNER WORK Instead of Just Processing It-Portland
2023-11-04 12:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-07 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Portland, Virtual Via Zoom, Portland, ME, 4050, United States
Free, immersive, workshop to embody your inner work so you can finally break the cycle and align with your authentic, soul-filled life.

Are you a spiritual seeker, therapist, coach, or facilitator passionate about developing awareness and growing personally and professionally? You’ve done the training. You’re doing the work. Yet you still find yourself repeating the old patterns.
In your heart of hearts, you’re finally ready to break the cycle for yourself and those you support. To be frank, you’re kind of sick of repeating your victim narratives, stuckness and emotional patterns.
As a personal growth enthusiast on an awakening journey, you know your inner world creates your external world. And yet you still find it difficult to integrate and embody all the knowledge in a way that aligns you with the life you know is possible.
Or maybe you’ve simply had a profound experience with breathwork or somatic experiences. The experience changed you. And you’re curious to learn more about using the breath, somatic processes and embodied presence to create lasting transformation (for yourself and those you serve).
Are you ready to finally heal at the deepest level possible?
Register for this immersive 4-hour workshop if you want to feel a deep sense of liberation from your emotional pain or stuckness and you’re ready to take the courageous step of claiming full responsibility for the life you came here to live.
You know investing in yourself is essential, but you also can’t keep expecting that next training, medicine journey or “thing” to be the answer.
So what now?
This free deeply engaging worksop is your missing link if you want to integrate all the sh*t you’ve done and know!
Join us for this process-rich experience. You will be given the tools and methodologies, guided through embodiment processes and held in the sacred space to transform your wounded story, trauma-based narratives and suffering into the growth and integrative healing you long for (for you and your clients). When you are supported to integrate what you innately know—you’ll embody your wholeness. You’ll align with your inner authenticity. You’ll feel confident and purpose-filled. You’ll deeply trust yourself and life, and that is when you’ll find your outer experiences shift toward abundance, grace and ease.
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THIS VIRTUAL WORKSHOP IS PERFECT FOR YOU IF:

You want to avoid spiritual bypassing and be an embodied version of the WISDOM you have to share—you’re ready to end the cycle and reclaim your joy and vibrance.

You know there is inherent knowledge in the body and want to learn how to finally listen to it and trust it so you can experience the flow and ease of LIFE!

You’ve read the books and maybe even have the certifications and tried to CHANGE your life, but you still end up repeating old habits and creating the same old results.

You want to help others but feel like you can’t show up CONFIDENTLY because there is a lack of embodiment—you’re ready to heal yourself so you can support others with integrity.

You can no longer deny the call to slow down and embody deep PRESENCE so that you can feel a deep sense of clarity and live in alignment with your inner authenticity and PURPOSE.

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If any of that sounds like you, join us for this powerful, integrative experience!
You’ve been trying to do it all. The truth is, no one can do it on their own.
You can’t see what you can’t see — so let us support you! And witness the ripple effect of this inner transformation and embodiment in the lives of all connected to you.
RSVP TODAY to unlock the power of conscious breathwork, somatic inquiry, embodied presence and sacred community so that you can witness the YOU that is unchanged, infinite and empowered and make the difference in the world that you are called to make!
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW/BRING:

This is a 4-hour live-online workshop held on Zoom. The link to join will be provided upon registration so be sure to check your email.
This workshop is open to all experience levels.
The powerful and unique framework we will be working with during the session is called “The TOSA Method”—which includes conscious breathwork, somatic inquiry, embodied presence and sacred community. There will be a full one-hour breathwork journey included.
Bring your vulnerability and a deep desire for transformation.
Wear/bring layers since breathwork can induce a range of temperatures.
Don’t forget a pen and notebook and your water bottle.

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HERE IS WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
“It’s hard to describe Keli’s capacity to facilitate understanding and healing. Her spirit is light and playful; however, she can help lead you to the darkest places and hold the space for you as you bring light to them.”
“I can’t say enough about what a gift it is to work with Keli. There is something very special about her that words cannot fully describe. Keli’s mastery shines through in her ability to connect, create a safe environment, teach, and help guide you back to your inner truth, knowing, and strength.”
“I cannot recommend Keli enough, she holds space in the most caring way, listens and questions with curiosity and guides me lovingly to integrate my inner wisdom. She’s a wonderful heart-centred person; thank you, Keli.”
“Keli lives what she teaches, and it’s so obvious in her ability to trust the process, even when you may not be able to see the light at the end of the tunnel.”
“The work I have done with Keli has opened my life up to move past illness into health. Keli was my North Star during a very dark time, and I will be forever grateful.”
“During Briony’s training, she was always there to offer advice and support. I continuously felt heard, seen and supported. Briony, your training has truly been a game changer for me and how I’ve got my Breathwork and coaching business off the ground.”
“Briony’s mindset coaching has really helped me to explore and understand my beliefs, values and behaviours and how I get in my own way. The sessions have provided me with tools and strategies to help me navigate situations more effectively to improve the outcomes I get. They helped me achieve more balance in my life and in my work. I cannot recommend her work highly enough”
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KELI CARPENTER’S BIO:
Keli is no stranger to mind, body and spirit awareness, having been introduced to transcendent meditation at 6 years old. With well over 20 years experience, Keli is a Chopra Certiﬁed Transcendent Meditation Teacher (PSM®), Breathwork Facilitator and Trainer, Conscious Relationship, Parenting and Uncoupling Coach. She has studied with Gabor Maté, spoken along side Peter Levin and Deepak Chopra. Keli is the founder of “The Other Side of Average– Therapy for the Soul and The TOSA Method.
Keli’s goal is to help conscious souls learn and master the three most essential tools that help align you with your soul’s purpose — your essential nature and the truest expression of yourself — all whilst healing and transcending past resentments and stories that have kept you stuck and in pain. It’s then that you experience the miracles and fulfillment of life in every moment (especially during life’s inevitable obstacles).
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT KELI VISIT: https://TheOtherSideofAverage.com
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BRIONY GUNSON’S BIO:
In her 20s, Briony came to meditation after experiencing intense burnout along with poor physical and mental health from a high-pressure corporate environment. This was the beginning of her personal transformation.
Briony is now a Certified Mindset Coach with the Proctor Gallagher Institute—working directly with Bob Proctor—as well as a Trauma-Informed Breathwork Facilitator and Mentor and Beanddo Meditation Teacher.
She has taught 1,000s of people meditation techniques and has led 1,000s of people in breathwork, hosting retreats and workshops Internationally. She runs corporate wellbeing workshops and speaks at conferences, festivals and events on practical wellbeing, human potential and conscious living.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BRIONY VISIT: https://brionygunson.com
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Weekly 5 or 7 Day Heal the Healer Kundalini Yoga and Qigong Healing Retreat
2023-10-29 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-10-22 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-10-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-10-08 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-10-01 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-17 19:00 - 22:00, 2023-09-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Eastover Estate and Retreat, 430 East Street, Lenox, MA, 01240, United States
Winter & fall are great seasons to rest and recharge, particularly for you who on a regular basis, invest much of yourself in serving others

2023 MPCA Annual Conference: In-Person
2023-10-25 08:30 - 2023-10-26 14:00 | Samoset Resort, 220 Warrenton Street, Rockport, ME, 04856, United States
Welcome to the MPCA 2023 Annual Conference – Maine FQHCs: The Way Healthcare Should Be!

We are excited to welcome you to MPCA’s 2023 Annual Conference – Maine FQHCs: The Way Healthcare Should Be, taking place at the Samoset Resort in beautiful Rockport, ME, Oct. 25-26!
Join us as we gather with stakeholders and partners for in-depth presentations, panel discussions, and conversations. Over two days we will delve into topics such as recruitment and retention, integration of Community Health Workers (CHWs), Value-Based Payment (VBP), and building inclusive medical practices. We will also have sessions focused on important clinical issues including remote patient monitoring, suicide prevention and management, oral health, patient safety, and quality improvement.
Now more than ever, FQHCs are being called to meet the diverse and growing needs of vulnerable populations and those seeking trauma-informed and patient-centered care close to home. With health equity at their foundation, FQHCs address a wide range of primary care issues, from dental to behavioral health, while also understanding and responding to Social Drivers of Health (SDOH). This conference is an opportunity to celebrate and learn about FQHCs and the critical role they play in Maine’s healthcare infrastructure.
CONFERENCE DRAFT AGENDA
Target Audience: Health Center C-suite, Clinical Leadership, Board Members, Operational and HR Staff, Workforce Champions, Partner Organizations, Students and Health Care Professionals interested in learning more about FQHCs.
For more information, please contact Andrea Watkins: awatkins@mepca.org or (207) 707-4050.
Please scroll down to see a list of our sponsors. Without their generous support, this conference would not be possible.
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Refund Policy:

There is a standard cancellation fee of $50.00.
If registration is cancelled by 9/26/23, a refund of the registration amount – less the cancellation fee of $50.00 – will be issued.
If registration is cancelled by 10/10/23, a refund of 50% of the registration cost will be issued.
MPCA will not issue refunds for cancellations after 10/10/23, or for no shows.
If you have registered but not paid for an event and you cancel after 9/26/23, you are responsible for the corresponding registration fee and will receive an invoice.

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PLATINUM SPONSOR
Quest Diagnostics

GOLD SPONSOR
NorDx/MaineHealth – Clinical & Administrative Excellence Awards Ceremony Sponsor

SILVER SPONSOR
Health Initiatives Consulting – Conference Day Breakfast Sponsor

BRONZE SPONSORS
Community Health Ventures
L﻿under-Dineen Health Education Alliance of Maine

FRIENDS OF MPCA SPONSORS
Acadia Benefits
Curago Health
N﻿orthern Light Health

DIGITAL MEDIA SPONSOR
K﻿ozak & Gayer, PA

Weekly Twin Hearts Meditation and Pranic Healing Share
2023-10-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Leap of Faith Soul Space, 17 Doughty Drive, Suite 215, (park in rear, enter through door 4), Brewer, ME, 04412, United States
Join us for a relaxing and healing Meditation, and experience a Pranic Healing Demonstration

Join us for our weekly Twin Hearts Meditation. This meditation has been shown to help relieve stress and anxiety, and induce peace, calm and healing. No meditation experience is necessary!
After the meditation there will be a time for people to receive and experience Pranic Healing if they would like, by trained local Pranic healers.
This event is BY DONATION, which may be given at the event.
PLEASE RSVP by reserving a ticket so we know you are coming.
The event may be cancelled if there is inclement weather, or if it’s a holiday weekend.
ANY QUESTIONS – PLEASE TEXT (or leave a voice message) Angie Welch at 207-266-1555 I will return messages.

3 Strategies to Transform Your Life with Chronic Illness - Lewiston
2023-10-21 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Lewiston, Virtual via Zoom, Lewiston, ME, 04240, United States
A 60 minute workshop to help highly driven women who are living with a chronic illness reclaim their life and transform their health

Are you living with a chronic illness?
Does it feel like it has taken over your life?

Everything in your life changed when you were told you had an illness that would now be part of your life.
One day you were getting up and doing your same old same old and now every day looks different, unfamiliar, and even like it’s somebody else’s life.

It is like you have handed over your life to strangers who want to help you…
but you don’t even know how to help yourself.

There is a lot to process, a lot to remember, a lot of places that you have to be that you have never been before – tests, treatments, surgeries…

It is just a lot.

Where do you start when you’re on a path you have never been on before?
You could crawl under the blankets and pretend like this isn’t happening. But that isn’t going to help you move forward.
You could scream and yell and be angry all of the time. But that isn’t going to help you manage all of the things you have to do.
You could say I can’t without even knowing if you can. But that isn’t who you are or who want to be.
You know that you can do this, you just aren’t sure how.

Life with a chronic illness can be more than medical appointments and living stressed and wondering what you can do.

In this workshop you learn a holistic approach to supporting your body, mind and spirit.

We will be talking about how supporting your body through food and movement, managing your thoughts to reduce your stress, and caring for yourself are key parts to your healing process.

Have you tried searching for how to eat without finding solutions that are easy to start and feel right for you?

Are you struggling with a chronic health condition, pain or stress?

Are you grieving the loss of the life you had and want to help yourself get back on track?

Are you fed up with scheduling your life around taking pills, seeing doctors, adapting to yet another diet and you don’t see an end to it?

Wouldn’t you love to find a solution that really works without complicated plans and overwhelm?

This is for you if:
if you have been diagnosed with a chronic illness
if you are looking for ways to live your every day life and feel joy
if you are ready to get the support you need

Hi there!
I’m Kathryn, a holistic wellness coach and a cancer survivor. I help highly driven women who are living with a chronic illness, reclaim their life and transform their health through my holistic transformational healing process.

How to Overcome Stress and Perform at Your BEST—Portland
2023-10-14 14:00 - 15:30, 2023-09-09 14:00 - 15:30 | Portland, Virtual Via Zoom, Portland, ME, 4050, United States
Learn this powerful 3-step process to overcome stress and anxiety, perform at your best, and begin living the life you’re called to live!

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Tired of feeling anxious and stressed out and not living the life you’re really capable of? Discover a sense of deep inner calm and confidence as you step into the greatest version of you possible.
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Free 90-minute Workshop (via Zoom)

A workshop designed for heart-centred, success-driven professionals—people doing their utmost to succeed in their demanding career while attempting to balance family and personal life but finding themselves stressed and overwhelmed instead.
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It’s not surprising that you feel Exhausted, are headed for Burnout and are just not getting the Results you want if:

You’ve been living with stress so long that you feel like it’s controlling your life or its become your norm
Your relationships are strained by your “negativity” regardless of how much try to please everyone around you
Your health is suffering as you experience chronic muscle tension, headaches or trouble sleeping
You crave time for yourself but don’t know how to fit it into your day and when you do find time, you feel guilty about it
You’ve tried other methods to manage stress, only to feel even more unhappy and drained with no idea how to ‘fix’ it

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Learn how to PERFORM AT YOUR BEST and ELIMINATE STRESS with this simple 3-step process.
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This 3-Step process is easy to understand and can be implemented right away! But… this isn’t about setting goals, coming up with an action plan or even about accountability.

While those things are important, this is much DEEPER.

This is about the inner work—about real and lasting transformation. It’s about changing how you think, changing how you relate to your stress and finding that deep sense of presence and peace already inside you. And then it’s about aligning that with your vision to get the results you want and that you are called to in life.

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to implement the three steps into your life immediately to see MASSIVE results as quickly as possible.
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PURPOSE. POSTURE. PRESENCE.

You’ll learn what these things really mean and how they apply to your life. The 90-minute workshop happens once each month on the second Saturday of the month.

The workshop is interactive so come ready to participate and potentially share in this safe space. Obviously you get out of it what you put into it and while nobody will force you to share, your participation will help you tap into and unlock your greater potential—and the greater potential you utilize… the greater the results in your life.
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Imagine what it would be like to overcome stress or anxiety and begin living from a place of true confidence and presence!
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What will that do for you? How will you feel when you show up for your loved ones from a place of power—giving your best while feeling your best (instead of remaining stuck in a place of exhaustion, overwhelm and turmoil). Imagine how you’ll turn heads at work with the energy you bring to your meetings and interactions. Picture your friends reactions to the changes in you and how much more loved and appreciated they’ll feel as you become more available—physically and emotionally. And, the best part, you WILL have the energy and INSPIRATION to go beyond what you ever thought possible to the LIFE YOU’RE TRULY CALLED TO.

Without stress ruling your life, your overall best health will be supported—and you’ll see improvements in aches/pains and your sleep as well as reduced anxiety and depression.
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In this workshop you’ll gain:

Clarity around your vision as well as the true cause of stress
What it really means to have Purpose and be Present
A Mini Action Plan that will help you start releasing stress immediately for peak performance and more enjoyment
A Safe Space in which you can go deeper into your own growth, healing, success and ultimate fulfillment

Join me for this 90-minute interactive workshop to claim your stress-free life!
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It’s time for you to live the LIFE you’re MEANT to!
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About Shawn K. Carpenter
A transformation coach for over a decade, Shawn uses a combination of different modalities to help you overcome emotional and behavioural patterns such as procrastination, stress, anxiety, and burnout so that you perform at your best, elevating your career and creating the relationships and quality of life they want as you come home to your (true) SELF. This includes elements of Strategic Intervention (founded by Tony Robbins) which draws from methodologies such as Ericksonian therapy, human needs psychology, and strategic family therapy as well as approaches favoured in Compassionate Inquiry®, a psychotherapeutic approach developed by Dr. Gabor Maté that reveals what lies beneath the appearance we present to the world.
As a lifelong artist, Shawn is filled with such tremendous passion every time he puts paint to canvas. There is something indescribable, something beyond words, that comes alive in him. This is a powerful, creative, peaceful and intensive expression of Awareness. And in his art, as in his sessions, it is about being inspired toward our true nature.
It is about joy, love, bliss, and the beautiful things in life.
It is also about facing those parts of us—the painful, dark places we’d rather suppress, project and hide from—bringing them into the light so that they can be integrated and we can become whole so that we can experience life as the miracle it is.
It is about going inward to realize our true nature.
You can experience the breakthroughs you need in your life and live the life you desire at the deepest levels. The life you’re called to live.
You can be successful, powerful and at peace.
You can be FREE.

Here’s what people are saying about Shawn:
“It’s been an amazing two weeks since our last session! I’m using the strategies—everything you’ve shown me so far—and I’m experiencing some incredible breakthroughs because of it! Thank you, Shawn!”

“These sessions have been absolutely amazing! I’m blown away by how much calmer I’m starting to feel—every session… and how you’re helping me to make friends with my anxiety. I’m starting to be able to feel it in my body without it taking me over… and there is a real sense of peace with that. Thank you.”

“Our session today was amazing! I’m blown away by how much calmer I am. I was so stressed out at the start of the session I almost cancelled. I’m sooooo glad I didn’t! I feel peaceful. Stronger. Like I can go out and tackle all of this.. and that Life supports me as I do. Thank you Shawn!”

“Thank you so much for today’s session—I really needed that. I can’t talk to anyone else about all of this, ut I feel supported and safe with you. I look forward to every session with you because I know you’ll help me to face and feel these really difficult emotions and situations that I just didn’t want to face. I know there is so much more to work on… and that I can count on you to be there for me.”

To learn more about Shawn visit:
Website:
https://shawnkcarpenter.com
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/shawnkcarpentercoachartistwriter
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/shawnkcarpenter/

Maine Public Health Association 2023 Annual Conference
2023-10-10 07:30 - 16:30 | Cross Insurance Center, 515 Main Street, Bangor, ME, 04401, United States
Join Maine Public Health Association for this year’s conference and learn about a wide array of public health topics!

Join Maine Public Health Association for our 2023 annual conference, “The Public’s Health and the Economy: Working Across Sectors.” This year’s conference will take place on Tuesday, October 10th, at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor.
The Conference will be dedicated to showcasing a broad array of programs, projects, and initiatives – formal and informal – that seek to address multiple factors impacting individual and community health and are connected, directly or indirectly, to economic prosperity.
We’ll hear from speakers throughout Maine and nationally, develop skills and expand our knowledge through oral sessions, poster presentations, and networking opportunities.
We hope you’ll join us!
Stay tuned for more information!
Registration Information:
MPHA members receive a discounted registration rate! We encourage you to join today to receive this benefit and many others! You can learn more about membership at our website: www.mainepublichealth.org. It is a cost savings to join MPHA and register at the member rate, than to pay the non-member rate – so join today!
If you are a member, you may access your discounted registration link by logging in to your member profile and clicking “Upcoming Events.” Select the 2023 Annual Conference, and you will then be redirected to EventBrite, and your registration discount will be automatically applied. Your membership must be “Active” to receive the discount (so please be sure to renew first if your membership has expired). If this is the first time you’ve logged in to your member profile, you will need to enter your email and request a password reset link. If you have a Sustaining or Alliance organizational membership, members will automatically receive the additional discount.
The Non-Member registration fee is $190 plus processing fees.
Member registration rates are:

Individual members: $100 plus processing fees
Alliance members: $90 plus processing fees
Sustaining members: $80 plus processing fees
Early Career, Student and Retiree members: $60 plus processing fees

Please note: EventBrite charges a service fee for invoices (even check payments), and a service and processing fee for credit card payments. If these fees are prohibitive, please email info@mainepublichealth.org and we will invoice you separately.
Please reach out to MPHA staff with any other questions (info@mainepublichealth.org).
Sponsorship & exhibitor opportunities are available! If you are interested in supporting our conference or have questions, please contact MPHA Executive Director, Becca Boulos (info@mainepublichealth.org).
Thank You to Our 2023 Annual Meeting Sponsors!
Keynote Speaker Sponsor: Northern Light Health
Plenary Session Sponsor: New England Public Health Training Center
Lunch Sponsor: Maine Cancer Foundation
Attendee Giveaway Sponsor: MaineHealth
Breastfeeding Room Sponsors: Cary Medical Center, MaineHealth, WinterKids
Session sponsor: Maine Public Health Training Center/Maine AHEC
Thank You to Our Exhibitors!
AdCare Educational Institute of Maine • American Lung Association • City of Portland, Health and Human Services Department, Portland Public Health Division • Community Health Options • MaineGeneral Health • Maine Cancer Foundation • Maine Conservation Voters • MaineHealth • Maine Immunization Coalition • MCD Global Health • New England Public Health Training Center • Northern Light Health • University of Southern Maine
* Italics indicate a Sustaining or Alliance organizational member

Amica Newport Marathon & Half-Marathon | 2023
2023-10-08 07:30 - 13:30 | Easton’s Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Join us at this annual fall classic in the City by The Sea on Sunday, October 8, 2023 for the Amica Newport Marathon and Half Marathon.

2023 Event Registration
Join us at the 14th annual Amica Newport Marathon on Sunday, October 8, 2023. With 13.1 and 26.2 miles of unrivaled oceanfront running, this award-winning fall classic in the City by the Sea is not to be missed!
The race will begin at 7:30 AM in Newport, Rhode Island and travels through the city, as well as neighboring, Middletown. The race will utilize a USTAF-certified course and can be used as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon and all other major marathon events.
The Amica Newport Marathon is Newport’s original, and oldest marathon and half marathon, and was voted as having the “Best Half Marathon” and “Best Race Swag” in the Northeast by Competitor Magazine.

Detailed Race Information:
For full event information please visit www.newportmarathon.com
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C﻿ourse Map
The award-winning Amica Newport Marathon and Half Marathon courses are veritable highlight tours of the best Newport has to offer. With 13.1 and 26.2 miles of unrivaled oceanfront running, the Amica Newport Marathon is not to be missed!

Charitable Impact
The Amica Newport Marathon and Half Marathon are races that you can feel good about running. By participating, you’re not only doing something good for yourself, but you’re also helping others. The race’s charitable partners are the Aquidneck Land Trust, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, Boys Town New England, The YMCA Newport, and Clean Ocean Access and other local non-profits.
We encourage all runners to join our Fundraising Page after registering to create an additional impact through the event.
Donate Your Shirt to Charity
You are now able to opt out of receiving your event t-shirt when registering. We will then in turn donate the cost of producing that shirt to our partner charities, and announce the donation amount from this initiative following the event.

Registration Policies
Gray Matter Marketing is a small business dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle with charitably focused events that highlight the communities we are fortunate to call hosts cities.
We are not able to offer refunds. However we do offer any registered runners the opportunity to request a race credit for your full value. Detailed information below.

Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I get a refund?
We do not offer refunds. However we do offer Eventbrite Credits for future Newport Marathon and Half Marathons, or other events on our calendar.
Can I defer my registration?
No, we do not roll over your registration automatically to the next year’s event. However the credit that we issue can be used towards the purchase of that same event whenever registration re-opens for the following year’s event.
Can I transfer my registration to another person?
No, we do not offer transfers. However, when you request and receive a race credit, you can use that credit to purchase a new ticket for another participant if you choose to do so.
How long is my Eventbrite Credit good for?
The balance of your registration is good for up to two years from the date it was issued, at which point it then expires.
When can I request an Eventbrite Credit?
All credit requests must be submitted to info@graymattermarketing.com no later than 30 days prior to the event.

Extreme Weather Policy
Our events are held rain or shine. However, there is always the potential for extreme or severe weather conditions. Race organizers will do as much as we can to ensure the experience is as safe as possible. In the event of severe weather, the race may be delayed as race officials consult public safety officers. If there is more than a short delay, if conditions persist, or the forecast calls for extreme weather, race officials reserve the right to alter or cancel the race. We do not schedule “rain dates”. Any decision to cancel an event is done as an absolute last resort and is made collectively with local risk management, police, fire & rescue, and medical personnel as appropriate. In such situations, there will be NO REFUNDS as registrants accept any such risk of their entry fee when signing up.
Please check the website, our Facebook page, and your email before the race for any changes or cancellations.
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Camp Mechuwana 12 Step Spiritual Retreat
2023-10-06 16:00 - 2023-10-08 12:00 | Camp Mechuwana (United Methodist Camp), Mechuwana Lane, Winthrop, ME, USA, Mechuwana Lane, 91 Holmes Road, Winthrop, ME, 04364, United States
Get ready for a soulful escape at Camp Mechuwana Spiritual Retreat, where we’ll indulge in nature and connect with our spirituality

Welcome to Camp Mechuwana Spiritual Retreat! Join us for a rejuvenating and uplifting experience at the beautiful Camp Mechuwana in Winthrop, ME, USA. Immerse yourself in the serene surroundings of this United Methodist Camp, nestled in the heart of nature.

Camp MechuwanaSpiritual Retreat
Oct 6th -8th, 2023

“Come join us in the woods to see how to get out”
Camp Mechuwana is located at:

91 Holmes Rd
Winthrop, ME 04364

Directions from Augusta:
Rt. 202 into Winthrop, after Hannaford (at Winthrop Area Federal Credit Union) make a left onto Highland Ave. At split bear left onto Holmes Rd. About 1/2 mile make a left onto Mechuwana Lane.

Directions from Lewiston:
Rt. 202 into Winthrop, at the
Winthrop Area Federal Credit Union (on your left) make a right onto Highland Rd. At split bear left onto Holmes Rd. About 1/2 mile make a left onto Mechuwana Lane.

A FEW IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS

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All the cabins are single bunk beds.

You’ll need to bring your own linens (pillow, sleeping bag etc.)

There is power in the cabins so feel free to bring your electric blanket, lamp
fan or cooler. Refrigeration is very limited so please consider this if you have dietary needs. ***

There are hot showers. Bring your own towel and toiletries.

There is no smoking in or around the Cabin area. There will be a designated smoking area.

There is ample space available for tenting.

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Camp Mechuwana is located on more than 200 acres of forest land and offers a peaceful, natural setting.

The camp borders Lower Narrows Pond and Lake Annabessacook. Located on the property are nature trails, a boat dock, several large cabins, a shower house, a chapel, a dining hall, and a great fire pit.

LODGING
Rustic bunk style cabins
(cabins have 5 bunks /10 beds)
we’ll place 5 adults per cabin unless otherwise specified.

M﻿EALS
Friday: 10/6
(no meal) Snacks

Saturday: 10/7
Continental Breakfast
Bag Lunch
BBQ Dinner

Sunday: 10/8
Pancake Breakfast
Closing 11AM

Dietary needs must be managed in advance.

*** Please contact Sandee Gordon (207)357-1402 w/any dietary questions.

Ample free time will be available for fellowshipping, kayaking, hiking or just plain relaxing …

so bring a book, your boots, pole & tackle box, favorite lounge chair or kayak &
take a little time off.

Tired of carrying around family baggage that isn’t yours?
2023-10-04 12:00 - 13:30 | Portland, Virtual Via Zoom, Portland, ME, 4050, United States
If you’ve got a family, then you’ve got baggage. Come learn how to clear the unprocessed emotions holding you back.

Free Live 90 Minute Workshop (via Zoom)
A workshop designed for high-achieving, energetically sensitive, spiritual women who are capable of so much more when it comes to health, wealth, love, and business but feel stuck on how to get there.
It’s no surprise that you’re super intelligent, highly capable and brilliant in so many areas of your life and yet you feel stuck in one BIG area of your life.

Do you know you’re a spiritual person, but you have fears or limitations holding you back?
Do you feel like you’ve done ALL the self work (therapy, journaling, affirmations, energy work) and for some reason you still can’t move forward?
Do you feel like you’ve got the partner, the money, the house, the car but you feel like something is still missing?
Do you feel ready to be the catalyst for a constellation of change and healing in your family even if no one else seems to be even mildly interested?
Do you feel like the logjam in your business and you know you have blockages there to clear?
Is there something you want to change, you know what to do and how to do it, but you can’t get yourself to do it no matter what you do?
And… are you tired of trying to figure this out all on your own?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, you’re in the right place.
In this ninety minute workshop, you’ll learn about trapped emotions, where they come from , and how they affect pretty much everything in your life.
You’ll see demonstrations on how to clear trapped emotions (i.e. emotions that haven’t been fully processed through your body) and you’ll hear stories about how clearing trapped emotions have changed people’s lives massively and quickly.
Come join us for this eye-opening and life-changing event!

Ocean Road 10k | 2023
2023-10-01 08:00 - 10:30 | Narragansett Town Beach, 77 Boston Neck Rd, Narragansett, RI, 02882, United States
Join us at this popular oceanside flat and fast 10k in Narragansett on Sunday, October 1, 2023 for its tenth annual running.

2023 Event Registration
Join us at the Ocean Road 10k presented by the Rhode Island Army National Guard. This popular oceanside race is a flat and fast 10k in Narragansett on Sunday, October 1, 2023. Be sure to sign up early to lock in the best prices and the later shuttle assignments!
A percentage of proceeds from every entry fee will benefit the Narragansett Historical Society.
This scenic, flat 10k course starts at the Pt. Judith Lighthouse, runs north on Ocean Road under the famed Narragansett Towers and finishes in the northern parking lot at Town Beach. The race was recently voted the “Best 10K” in the Northeast by Competitor Magazine.

Contact Us:
For more information please visit www.oceanroad10k.com
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Registration Policies:
Gray Matter Marketing is a small business dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle with charitably focused events that highlight the communities we are fortunate to call hosts cities.
Race Credits
No requests will be granted after August 31st.
We are not able to offer refunds. However we do offer any registered runners the opportunity to request a race credit for your full value. Once issued, these Eventbrite Credits appear as a balance of your Eventbrite account. The credit balance can then be applied to the purchase price of a new ticket to any event on our calendar within two years of the day we issue the credit. Race credits may be requested up to 30 days before the event in which you are registered. Race credits will not be granted if a request is made less than 30 days prior to the event. ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS.
More Information Here

Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I get a refund?
We do not offer refunds. However we do offer Eventbrite Credits for other events on our calendar.
Can I defer my registration?
No, we do not roll over your registration automatically to the next year’s event. However the credit that we issue can be used towards the purchase of that same event whenever registration re-opens for the following year’s event.
Can I transfer my registration to another person?
No, we do not offer transfers. However, when you request and receive a race credit, you can use that credit to purchase a new ticket for another participant if you choose to do so.
How long is my Eventbrite Credit good for?
The balance of your registration is good for up to two years from the date it was issued, at which point it then expires.
When can I request an Eventbrite Credit?
All credit requests must be submitted to info@graymattermarketing.com no later than 30 days prior to the event.

Extreme Weather Policy
Our events are held rain or shine. However, there is always the potential for extreme or severe weather conditions. Race organizers will do as much as we can to ensure the experience is as safe as possible. In the event of severe weather, the race may be delayed as race officials consult public safety officers. If there is more than a short delay, if conditions persist, or the forecast calls for extreme weather, race officials reserve the right to alter or cancel the race. We do not schedule “rain dates”. Any decision to cancel an event is done as an absolute last resort and is made collectively with local risk management, police, fire & rescue, and medical personnel as appropriate. In such situations, there will be NO REFUNDS as registrants accept any such risk of their entry fee when signing up.
Please check the website, our Facebook page, and your email before the race for any changes or cancellations.
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Copy of Song Circle- Wed Nights 5:30-6:15
2023-09-27 17:30 - 18:15, 2023-09-20 17:30 - 18:15, 2023-09-13 17:30 - 18:15 | Ritual Art of Wellness, 2 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME, 04107, United States
Song is a ritual for expression, joy, grief and connection. Join us. All voices welcome.

Most of our ancestors gathered to sing, and it didn’t matter if they had a great voice or not! Song was and is a form expression, celebration, grieving, and connecting.
Although song is sacred and we don’t take ourselves too seriously!
We welcome intergenerational energy. If you have kids that would enjoy being mostly seated for 45 min of singing, bring them! Often they have a song to teach us! (We’ll have some coloring options off to the side and have also found that having a snack before and little water during is helpful to sustain many of them).
I wonder how song will begin to weave into your life outside of Ritual? Or perhaps the way your song rituals will weave into the lives of those at Ritual?

The Path to Healing to Wellness
2023-09-27 11:00 - 2023-09-29 13:00 | Bar Harbor, 119 Eden St, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609, United States
This conference is focused on Healing to Wellness Court proceedings.

This conference offers a unique opportunity to observe actual court proceedings, engage with court staff, and hear from program participants who have successfully navigated their path toward recovery.
Topics include:

The Workings of Multi-Disciplinary Teams
Mock Team Meeting Session
Mock Court Session
Success Stories
Funding Sources and Collaboration

The Mark Palumbo Memorial 5K to benefit the Tomorrow Fund
2023-09-24 09:00 - 10:30 | University Orthopedics, 1 Kettle Point Ave., East Providence, RI, 02914, United States
Join us in East Providence on Sunday, September 24, 2023, for the fourth annual Mark Palumbo Memorial 5K at University Orthopedics

Event Details:
The race starts and finishes at the University Orthopedics Kettle Point campus and runs along the East Bay Bike Path, with waterside running and views of the Providence skyline throughout. The timed road race starts at 9:00 AM and is open to runners and walkers of all speeds.
The Mark Palumbo Memorial 5K is open to runners and walkers. The race is timed and starts on the University Orthopedics campus at 1 Kettle Point Avenue, before turning onto Veteran’s Memorial Parkway, then down Squantum Road and onto the East Bay Bike Path. From there, the race heads north on the bike path with beautiful waterside views of the Providence Skyline, before turning back onto Veteran’s Memorial and heading south for a finish back at the Kettle Point campus.
There will be one water station on the course at mile 1.5.
Parking
Event parking is available onsite at the start/finish at University Orthopedics at 1 Kettle Point Ave, East Providence.
Additional parking will be available at Butler Hospital, just a short walk to the Kettle Point location. We encourage participants to carpool whenever possible and that all athletes plan to arrive early.
Weather
The Mark Palumbo Memorial 5K is a rain-or-shine event. In the event of extreme and severe weather, the race may be delayed as race officials consult public safety officers. If there is more than a short delay, if conditions persist, or the forecast calls for extreme weather, race officials reserve the right to alter or cancel the race. Please check this website, the Facebook event page and your email before the race for any changes or cancellations.
Additional Information
Registration Transfers – One Week
Absolutely no requests after September 16, 2023. A request must be sent no later than one week prior to the event by the runner who purchased the registration with the name, address, email, gender and date of birth of the runner taking their place to info@graymattermarketing.com.
Additional Questions?
If you have any additional questions, please review our website or do not hesitate to contact us at: info@graymattermarketing.com

3 Day Fall Leadership Business Retreat with Yoga in Maine, USA
2023-09-22 15:00 - 2023-09-24 15:00 | Bethel, 286 Sawin Hill Road, Bethel, ME, 04217, United States
Business and personal growth sessions in picturesque Maine- complete with campfires and mouthwatering farm fresh food.

Welcome to our transformative leadership retreat nestled in the enchanting beauty of Maine! This September, join us for an unforgettable experience designed to ignite your business prowess and nourish your soul. As you embark on this journey, you’ll find yourself immersed in a perfect blend of business growth courses and personal development sessions, surrounded by breathtaking scenery that will leave you awe-inspired.
Located in the heart of Maine’s wilderness, our retreat center is set amidst a lush, green landscape, where towering pine trees sway gently in the cool breeze, and the tranquil sounds of babbling brooks create a symphony of serenity. Picture yourself waking up to the vibrant colors of sunrise illuminating the horizon, casting a warm glow over the surrounding lakes and mountains. This idyllic setting serves as the perfect backdrop for your transformative experience.
During the business growth courses, seasoned industry experts and thought leaders will guide you through innovative strategies and tactics to elevate your leadership skills and propel your organization forward. From insightful workshops on effective communication and strategic planning to cutting-edge marketing techniques, you’ll gain valuable insights to drive success.
As we understand the importance of nurturing your inner self, our personal growth courses will offer a balance to your professional development. Led by experienced instructors, you’ll be invited to explore the ancient wisdom of yoga and meditation to reconnect with your mind, body, and spirit. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or a complete beginner, the serene surroundings will foster an atmosphere of peace and self-discovery.
Between sessions, you’ll have ample opportunities to explore the splendors of Maine. Picture yourself taking leisurely strolls along forest trails, breathing in the crisp, fresh air, and embracing the natural wonders that surround you. In the afternoons, you might choose to meditate by the shore of a glistening lake, allowing the rhythmic lapping of water to soothe your soul.
As evening descends, gather around a crackling bonfire under a star-studded sky and engage in heartfelt conversations with like-minded individuals. Share your experiences, listen to inspiring stories, and form meaningful connections that extend beyond the retreat.
Throughout your stay, our team of dedicated professionals will cater to your every need, ensuring your comfort and well-being. Fresh, locally-sourced meals will be served, nourishing your body with delicious and wholesome flavors.
Whether you seek professional growth or a personal rejuvenation, our leadership retreat in Maine promises to be an enriching experience like no other. Embrace the beauty of nature, expand your knowledge, and return home with a renewed sense of purpose and clarity.
Join us in September for a journey of transformation and growth in the heart of Maine’s picturesque paradise!

A Prescription for Pharmacy Benefit Success: Top 10 Trends to Watch
2023-09-20 07:30 - 10:00 | The Woodlands Club, 39 Woods Road, Falmouth, ME, 04105, United States
Join us on September 20th for a discussion on trends in pharmacy benefits and strategies employers should consider to control costs

This event is approved for 1.5 SHRM Professional Development Credits
At our September member meeting we invite employers to delve into the dynamic and ever-evolving world of prescription benefits with Erin Albert, (MBA, PharmD, JD, DASPL) VP of Pharmacy Relations and Chief Privacy Officer at the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company. As the cost of pharmacy benefits continues to grow as a share of total spend, staying abreast of the latest trends and developments in prescription benefits is crucial for both businesses and their employees.
This session is designed to empower employers with insights, cutting-edge strategies, and practical tips to optimize their employees’ prescription benefits packages, and it will cover a wide range of topics, exploring the most significant trends and innovations impacting prescription benefits today.
Key topics to be discussed:

What should you know about Specialty Drugs?
Which ‘Bag’ for Specialty Medical Drug Spend and Management?
Biosimilars Spend: The Battle Between High Rebate vs. Low Net Cost NDCs
Weight Loss GLP-1s: Should they stay or go (on/off Formulary)?
The Explosion of Gene & Cellular Therapies: Treatment & Costs

Attendees will leave the session equipped with a deeper understanding of current prescription benefits trends and an actual prescription checklist of pragmatic questions to ask of their PBMs, enabling them to make well-informed decisions that enhance the health and well-being of their workforce while optimizing costs.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the competitive landscape of employee benefits and foster a healthier, more engaged, and productive workforce.

Yoga at Sunflower Farm to Benefit Sea Change Yoga
2023-09-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Sunflower Farm Creamery, 12 Harmon Way, Cumberland, ME, 04021, United States
Support Sea Change while practicing yoga on a beautiful farm with adorable goats!

Please join Sea Change Yoga for this beloved annual donation class at Sunflower Farm to benefit our yoga service classes! Drop into the rhythms of the farm as their herd of Nigerian Dwarf goats roams the pasture among our yoga mats.
The class will be co-taught by Sea Change teacher Chris Byrne and Sunflower Farm owner and yoga teacher Hope Hall. Chris & Hope will co-lead a dynamic and fun yoga class, appropriate for all bodies and ability levels. Participants will be invited to immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the natural world, and perhaps take themselves less seriously when practicing yoga with goats roaming nearby!
We suggest a $15 donation but welcome you to donate at whatever level feels generous to you.
Please bring your own yoga mat and any props you need to feel supported and comfortable. See you in the field!

All photos property of Sunflower Farm, Cumberland, ME.

Moving Beyond the Medical Model
2023-09-14 10:00 - 14:00 | ZOOM, Zoom, zoom, ME, 04330, United States
Facilitated by the Wildflower Alliance from Western Massachusetts. This counts as One Continuing Education Credit for CIPSS

This class is intended for participants in Maine Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialists Training program. others may be “bumped” to make room for folx requiring this class for CIPSS credit.
This session will include a screening of the 50-minute version of the Wildflower Alliance’s first film: ‘Beyond the Medical Model.’ It will also include live discussion of the Social Model of Extreme States, Spiritual Emergence, and other ways to define our experiences, as well as strategies for helping the people you support explore what ways of making meaning make sense for them.
