Coming to R.I.C. as an experienced instructor in the metaphysical healing arts, Janine Weise is a talented medium, spiritualist, and an empath. She received her NeuroPsychology degree from the University of Rochester and is a nationally-certified instructor in New Age, Self- Development and Professional Development programming, and is well-versed in many Intuitive Development and Divination techniques. In addition to her corporate and teaching responsibilities, she maintains a private Intuitive Counseling Services practice, works as an active Spirit Artist and Sculptor, and runs a local not-for-profit called The Art Connection.
Discover your hidden talents by developing your intuitive abilities in one or more of these light-hearted, fun-filled Psychic Development events for all skill levels. Instruction may be taken in any order and in any combination to open up your intuitive channel to work more closely with your Spirit Guides and Teachers. Whether you are a serious practitioner or a newcomer interested in learning more, these techniques will open new doors to new experiences. Please select those topics which most appeal to you. Come with an open mind and learn a new divination technique for personal use or within your private practice.
Dowsing or using the pendulum is one of the quickest methods to get fast answers to all our questions. Learn how to tap into your Higher Self and connect with wonderful spirit energies with this ancient art. Please bring a pendulum (or two) to class to work with. Handouts will be provided. For all skill levels. No prior experience is necessary. Please bring your favorite pen and a journal or notebook to class.
Date: Friday, October 2, 2009, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $30
Explore the art of Psychometry, a Greek word meaning “soul measure.” Places and objects hold residual energy from the souls that have come into contact with them as energy imprints. Learn to read these energies intuitively. Bring a hand-sized object to class for the group to practice with. Each item will receive a reading! For all skill levels. No prior experience is necessary. Please bring your favorite pen and a journal or notebook to class.
Date: Friday, October 9, 2009, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $30
Astrology is an endlessly fascinating and intriguing subject that can give us a wealth of information about our lives, our passions, and our purpose. In addition, it is a powerful tool when used by those seeking love to determine the optimum time to look for love, as well as for assessing the strength of the love match itself. Join us for a fun afternoon and learn how to use the basics of astrology to help you find love and better relationships in your life.
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $20
Did you ever look at the moon and wonder if it had any influence in your life? Did you ever read your horoscope and wonder if the message of the day could impact personal wealth and day-to-day money matters? Throughout history, seekers of all walks of life used the basic of astrology to determine the optimum time to initiate important projects, make investments, and even grow their fortunes. Join us for a fun afternoon and learn how astrology can benefit your financial future.
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2009, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $20
Together we will explore the mysteries of the Tarot–-a little of their history and a lot of their meaning in traditional divination practices. This 6-week series will introduce you to the Major and Minor Arcana. You will learn the meanings of the suits, the pips, and the court cards. You’ll explore the colors and the symbolism used in various decks. After that, we’ll practice reading the cards and perform some basic spreads and combinations. Please bring a Rider-Waite or Universal Waite deck, your favorite pen, and a journal or notebook to class.
Dates: Thursdays, October 15, 2009 to November 19, 2009, 6:30 to 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $75
Explore this wonderful form of mediumship by learning a few simple techniques to connect to your personal guides through simple meditation. Join us as we unblock and open up to receive the loving messages, poetry, music, and other creative spirit communications from the other side. For all skill levels. No prior experience is necessary. Please bring your favorite pen and a journal or notebook to class.
Date: Friday, October 16, 2009, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $30
This exciting new course for all skill levels uses an innovative approach to channel the intuitive artist and creative genius within. You will learn to express yourself through color, line, and music as you explore the expressive qualities that these invoke. Basic painting techniques, brush strokes, and simple color mixing will be covered. Learn how to apply other mediums such as oil pastel, market, colored pencil, and more to give your paintings added detail, dimension, movement, and depth. The results will astound you! Join in for a relaxing evening of creating improvisational and expressive works of art-–all channeled from Spirit! Each artist will complete several small Spirit paintings-–all suitable for framing. Please come dressed comfortably and suitably to work with acrylic paints.
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2009, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $35 ($20 + $15 materials fee)
Learn techniques for tapping into the guidance provided by your Spirit Guides, Angels, Goddess Energy, or divine source of inspiration as you create your very own soul portraits and spirit-guided drawings in pastels. You will practice first with your eyes closed moving the chalk in a flowing manner. Next, you will be lead in a group meditation, readying you for your Angels, Guides, or simply your Higher Selves to come through. The results are often amazing, opening up a whole new visual world of beings in the form of abstract faces, figures, birds, animals, trees, mountains, water, etc. Each student will finish four drawings suitable for framing. For all skill levels. Please come dressed comfortably and suitably to work with pastels.
Date: Sunday, October 18, 2009, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $35 ($20 + $15 materials fee)
Feng Shui and Clutter experts agree that clutter is 'stuck' energy that can block your space as well as your life. In this fun workshop, you'll discover why you maintain the clutter you have (and why you generate more), how to identify problem clutter (vs. clutter with aesthetic value), how to clear clutter one pile or drawer at a time, and how to remain clutter-free once you've done the work! Learn how to comfortably free up your space as well as your life to make loads of room for the wonderful new things you only dream of experiencing. Move mountains, make magic and jumpstart your life!
Date: Monday, October 19, 2009, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Cost: $30; bring a friend for $10. Register early as seating is limited
This one-session course will introduce you to the history and practices of this fascinating methodology and the Major and Minor Arcana. We will briefly cover what they represent, but more importantly, you will learn how to read them intuitively, regardless of their traditional meanings. No prior experience is necessary. Several decks will be provided. For all skill levels. Please bring your favorite pen and a journal or notebook to class.
Date: Friday, October 23, 2009, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $30
Have you ever changed your outfit several times before you were finally able to feel comfortable withy our final choice? Wondered why they just “don’t feel right” on you? Do you know what the colors that accent your home and office say to the world about you? The colors you wear reflect your personality and the issues you are working on that day. All colors vibrate with energy. Certain colors are associated with your chakrah system. Chakrahs are the main energy centers in your body, and you will be introduced to the energies and the colors at each level. Learn how to choose the proper colors your soul needs to heal your life. Discover how to intentionally apply both your colors and chakrahs in your daily life to heal yourself by sending the world the messages you really desire to send. In addition, learn to use crystals and their colors to unblock stuck energy for intuitive development and self-healing. Tune into your own energy fields and those of others. Please bring your favorite pen and a journal or notebook to class. For all skill levels.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2009, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $35
Unlike the letters of our own alphabet, every rune has individual meaning and the ability to cast light into shadowy places. For countless centuries, people have used runes to understand the world around them, to help them to solve life’s challenges and even to predict the future. In this exciting course, you will learn about these mystical markings and the power they have to provide valuable insights into your self and your world. You will explore an overview and history of runes, as well as the basic symbols, meanings, and uses in general readings. You will have the opportunity to practice using them to continue your exploration of the mystic power of runes! Please bring your own set of runes to class, your favorite pen, and a journal or notebook.
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2009, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $35
Reading tea leaves is almost as easy as brewing and drinking the tea, but a whole lot more fun! Whether you are a tea drinker or are just interested in a new form of divination, this fun and informative session will have you reading like a pro! Come learn what the tea leaf patterns mean, and depending on their position in the teacup, you can discover what’s in store for you and your friends. Please bring your favorite pen and a journal or notebook to class. For all skill levels. Cost includes tea and dessert!
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2009, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $30
Ever wondered about divining the future by reading coffee grounds? This fun method of divination is easy and fun and will keep you and your friends entertained for hours. Learn this simple method of reading and interpreting the signs and symbols left by the grounds themselves. Please bring your favorite pen and a journal or notebook to class. For all skill levels. Cost includes coffee and dessert!
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2009, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $30
Everyone has heard of important numbers like the Lucky 7, the 13th floor, things happening in threes, etc., but when it comes to explaining what those numbers mean, most have no idea. Numerology has been a part of many cultures throughout the centuries. For example, we see the number 12 in 12 months, 12 zodiac signs, 12 apostles or even 4 in 4 quarters, 4 seasons, etc. Many numerologists believe the numbers don’t lie, but reveal glimpses of divine guidance and wisdom. This class will teach you to analyze your lucky numbers, your birthday, your house number, your license plate number, destiny number, and much, much more. Please bring your favorite pen and a journal or notebook to class. Lots of handouts will be provided.
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Cost: $30
Playing cards have been around for more than 600 years, while tales concerning their powers of divination date back to the late 14th century. In this one session course, you will explore the ancient art of Cartomancy and practice divining your future using simple playing cards. You’ll learn the universal symbolism of the suits as well as the individual cards and their meanings. Next, you will learn some basic spreads to use right away. Please bring your favorite 52 card playing deck to class along with a notebook or journal and a pen.
Date: Saturday, November 28, 2009, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $30
Location: All classes are held at Tobey Village Office Park in Pittsford (directions provided with eTicket)
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