Maritime Equinox Festival
at the Labyrinth
Place: Once Upon A Time
1996 Route 107
Williamsburg NB,
E6B 1X2
Date:Saturday 19th September 2009
Time:4pm - late
Labyrinth:The largest of its kind in New Brunswick. It is dug into the ground, approximately 120ft wide. It takes about 10-15 minutes to walk to the centre and by the time that you have walked to the centre and back out, it is a distance of just under 1.5km. The labyrinth is for walking meditation and healing. The difference between a Maze and a Labyrinth is that you go into a maze and expect to get lost, whereas you go into the Labyrinth to find yourself. To get the most from the Labyrinth, you need to be quiet and undisturbed.
Festival of Hope & Healing:If you would like to have a stand, please email us: gandd@nb.sympatico.ca .You should bring what table, chairs or sun canopy that you may require. Further details can be obtained from us.
Labyrinth by Candlelight:Everyone is also invited to bring a glass jar and a couple of tea light candles. We shall place the candles all about the Labyrinth as part of the climax to the 10 Billion Beats as it starts to get dark. In the interest of fire safety, only authorised personnel will be responsible to light any candles at this event. The candle will also be a symbol of letting go of your problems and be part of the Equinox walking trail experience.
Equinox Walking Trail:There are four main components to the Autumn Equinox, they are: Gratitude, Forgiveness, Wisdom and Celebration. Because the labyrinth will be open to all, it may be difficult to quiet the mind, so we will open a walking trail to allow yourself to remember all the wonderful people and things in your life to be grateful for. The same applies for forgiveness on the homeward bound part of the trail. The last part of your pilgrimage will be to choose a coloured candle to place on the Labyrinth as a symbol of releasing your problems to the Labyrinth for it to deal with as part of the healing process. To learn more about the Equinox ceremony, go to www.entergoddess.com
Carlos Gomes:It is our privilege to have Carlos give thanks and bless the energy from the 10 billion beats after it has travelled around the world before giving it to Mother Earth. Carlos always has many interesting stories and is a wonderful spiritual teacher. If you ever have the opportunity to attend one of his drum making workshops, it is a journey not to be missed.
Cesar Morales:We're privileged to have Cesar Morales lead the drums again. He has had award winning success with his own band. He has conducted several hand drumming workshops for the Fredericton Jazz and Blues Festival, He is now the music band director at Nashwaaksis Middle school and won several awards there too. He has conducted a skit at the Fredericton Playhouse for the show 'Celebrate Africa'. He even has his own CD, where as a soloist he performs all the instruments and vocals. (Harmonising his own lyrics)
Doug Rigaux:Doug Rigaux divides his time between his twin passions of drumming and woodworking, since 2000 he has been studying West African rhythms and styles. When in Calgary he performs with "Batafon", in Toronto working at building drums at African Drums and Art Crafts on Dundas Street. This fall he will be teaching West African rhythms in Fredericton. He is available for performances and workshops, and is very happy to be involved in the 10 billion beats project
Korean Drummers:(To be confirmed)
Michael Paul:First Nations.
(To be confirmed.)
10 Billion beats:10 Billion Beats is a global movement of positive intention and drum beat. It will travel all around the World as the Earth turns one full cycle and everyone everywhere is invited to participate at 7pm their own local time wherever they are in the world on Friday 18th September 2009. www.10billionbeats.com On Saturday 19th September, you are invited to bring your drum and join us for the climax of this remarkable journey around the World as we catch it, give thanks, bless it and give to Mother Earth. After Carlos has finished the Sacred Ceremony with Grand-Mother Drum, Cesar, Doug and the African Drummers will continue the honour with a Drum and Light Finale.
Guitar Yeehar:Everyone is invited to bring guitars and join Blake and Keith for a jamming session. Every level of experience is welcome. (To be confirmed, but bring your guitars anyway)
The Bear Man:Levi Sabatis, (The Bear Man) First Nations and his horse ‘Rocket’. Bear medicine gives healing to people, animals and the environment. His horse Rocket loves to dance to the rhythm of the drums. Bear medicine is the most powerful of all the animal totems.
Children’s Activities:To get the most from your spiritual evening, it will be best to find yourself a baby-sitter as the little darlings may start to get crabby and tired because the blessing and African drumming won’t start until late. In the interest of those who wish to enjoy the moment for the amazing spiritual experience that it is, please take your children home as soon as they start moaning.
Refreshments:Bring your own picnic. Burgers may be available.
What to Bring:Drum, money, smiley face, family, drum, friends, folding chair, glass jar and a candle, bug spray, drum, wet wipes, sun cream, camera, smiley face, flash light, reflective clothing, outdoor shoes, and a joyful heart.
Safety Notice:It may be dark when you leave to go home, so bring reflective clothing and a flash light in order for you be able to make your way back to your car safely. When leaving, please drive slowly and carefully as others will be walking back to their own car’s too.
Please don’t be late getting here, because in the interest of safety we shall have to close the gates for entry at 8.30pm as it will be too dangerous to find proper parking spots safely, with so many people walking about in the dark.
Disclaimer: Whilst we have made every effort to make your evening as exciting and entertaining as possible, the land owners and event organisers will accept no responsibility for any accident, injury, damage or theft of property. You come to this event of your own free will at your own risk knowing that it will be your own choosing if it is dark when you leave. There will be no lighting in the car parking field.
Directions:It will be ‘Labyrinth’ sign posted from Stanley, but follow the Route 107 road signs towards Bristol. We are about 6km from the Williamsburg sign on the right hand side. (1996 Route 107) You can’t miss the ‘Once Upon A Time’ sign.
There is no wet weather plan, this event will still go ahead regardless.
We hope that everyone will give a $5 donation towards sharing the costs involved to host this unique spiritual event. Parking will be free.
Please support this event and down load/print off this poster to advertise this event in your area. (Click button)
at the Labyrinth
Place: Once Upon A Time
1996 Route 107
Williamsburg NB,
E6B 1X2
Date:Saturday 19th September 2009
Time:4pm - late
Labyrinth:The largest of its kind in New Brunswick. It is dug into the ground, approximately 120ft wide. It takes about 10-15 minutes to walk to the centre and by the time that you have walked to the centre and back out, it is a distance of just under 1.5km. The labyrinth is for walking meditation and healing. The difference between a Maze and a Labyrinth is that you go into a maze and expect to get lost, whereas you go into the Labyrinth to find yourself. To get the most from the Labyrinth, you need to be quiet and undisturbed.
Festival of Hope & Healing:If you would like to have a stand, please email us: gandd@nb.sympatico.ca .You should bring what table, chairs or sun canopy that you may require. Further details can be obtained from us.
Labyrinth by Candlelight:Everyone is also invited to bring a glass jar and a couple of tea light candles. We shall place the candles all about the Labyrinth as part of the climax to the 10 Billion Beats as it starts to get dark. In the interest of fire safety, only authorised personnel will be responsible to light any candles at this event. The candle will also be a symbol of letting go of your problems and be part of the Equinox walking trail experience.
Equinox Walking Trail:There are four main components to the Autumn Equinox, they are: Gratitude, Forgiveness, Wisdom and Celebration. Because the labyrinth will be open to all, it may be difficult to quiet the mind, so we will open a walking trail to allow yourself to remember all the wonderful people and things in your life to be grateful for. The same applies for forgiveness on the homeward bound part of the trail. The last part of your pilgrimage will be to choose a coloured candle to place on the Labyrinth as a symbol of releasing your problems to the Labyrinth for it to deal with as part of the healing process. To learn more about the Equinox ceremony, go to www.entergoddess.com
Carlos Gomes:It is our privilege to have Carlos give thanks and bless the energy from the 10 billion beats after it has travelled around the world before giving it to Mother Earth. Carlos always has many interesting stories and is a wonderful spiritual teacher. If you ever have the opportunity to attend one of his drum making workshops, it is a journey not to be missed.
Cesar Morales:We're privileged to have Cesar Morales lead the drums again. He has had award winning success with his own band. He has conducted several hand drumming workshops for the Fredericton Jazz and Blues Festival, He is now the music band director at Nashwaaksis Middle school and won several awards there too. He has conducted a skit at the Fredericton Playhouse for the show 'Celebrate Africa'. He even has his own CD, where as a soloist he performs all the instruments and vocals. (Harmonising his own lyrics)
Doug Rigaux:Doug Rigaux divides his time between his twin passions of drumming and woodworking, since 2000 he has been studying West African rhythms and styles. When in Calgary he performs with "Batafon", in Toronto working at building drums at African Drums and Art Crafts on Dundas Street. This fall he will be teaching West African rhythms in Fredericton. He is available for performances and workshops, and is very happy to be involved in the 10 billion beats project
Korean Drummers:(To be confirmed)
Michael Paul:First Nations.
(To be confirmed.)
10 Billion beats:10 Billion Beats is a global movement of positive intention and drum beat. It will travel all around the World as the Earth turns one full cycle and everyone everywhere is invited to participate at 7pm their own local time wherever they are in the world on Friday 18th September 2009. www.10billionbeats.com On Saturday 19th September, you are invited to bring your drum and join us for the climax of this remarkable journey around the World as we catch it, give thanks, bless it and give to Mother Earth. After Carlos has finished the Sacred Ceremony with Grand-Mother Drum, Cesar, Doug and the African Drummers will continue the honour with a Drum and Light Finale.
Guitar Yeehar:Everyone is invited to bring guitars and join Blake and Keith for a jamming session. Every level of experience is welcome. (To be confirmed, but bring your guitars anyway)
The Bear Man:Levi Sabatis, (The Bear Man) First Nations and his horse ‘Rocket’. Bear medicine gives healing to people, animals and the environment. His horse Rocket loves to dance to the rhythm of the drums. Bear medicine is the most powerful of all the animal totems.
Children’s Activities:To get the most from your spiritual evening, it will be best to find yourself a baby-sitter as the little darlings may start to get crabby and tired because the blessing and African drumming won’t start until late. In the interest of those who wish to enjoy the moment for the amazing spiritual experience that it is, please take your children home as soon as they start moaning.
Refreshments:Bring your own picnic. Burgers may be available.
What to Bring:Drum, money, smiley face, family, drum, friends, folding chair, glass jar and a candle, bug spray, drum, wet wipes, sun cream, camera, smiley face, flash light, reflective clothing, outdoor shoes, and a joyful heart.
Safety Notice:It may be dark when you leave to go home, so bring reflective clothing and a flash light in order for you be able to make your way back to your car safely. When leaving, please drive slowly and carefully as others will be walking back to their own car’s too.
Please don’t be late getting here, because in the interest of safety we shall have to close the gates for entry at 8.30pm as it will be too dangerous to find proper parking spots safely, with so many people walking about in the dark.
Disclaimer: Whilst we have made every effort to make your evening as exciting and entertaining as possible, the land owners and event organisers will accept no responsibility for any accident, injury, damage or theft of property. You come to this event of your own free will at your own risk knowing that it will be your own choosing if it is dark when you leave. There will be no lighting in the car parking field.
Directions:It will be ‘Labyrinth’ sign posted from Stanley, but follow the Route 107 road signs towards Bristol. We are about 6km from the Williamsburg sign on the right hand side. (1996 Route 107) You can’t miss the ‘Once Upon A Time’ sign.
There is no wet weather plan, this event will still go ahead regardless.
We hope that everyone will give a $5 donation towards sharing the costs involved to host this unique spiritual event. Parking will be free.
Please support this event and down load/print off this poster to advertise this event in your area. (Click button)
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Shelley Ling and Rennetta Smith
Carlos Gomes
Cesar Morales
Doug Rigaux
Guitar Yeehar
The Bear Man
Coddle-Popper Creed:
Changing the world-One act of kindness at a time.
Changing the world-One act of kindness at a time.
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Drum & Light Extravaganza: Cesar & Doug will have their African Drums on microphones to initiate coloured lights against the trees as a back drop to the Labyrinth illuminated by candlelight. Everyone is invited to bring your drums to join in and play with us. This will be an awesome climax befitting the end to an amazing spiritual journey that you will not want to miss! Expect a late night.
Say hello to Los Chaskis. They are native Kiwchas from the Los Andreas Mountains. They make all their own instruments and will be playing throughout the Festival. Their wonderful music will also be available to purchase.