This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful; in a word, more alive. ~ Alice Waters
Welcome to “Paths of Heart“- a high spirited, heart-centered community where we gather together in music, poetry, commentary, and dialogue to create and nurture joy, compassion, gratitude, and love – in our own lives and throughout the world. Paths of Heart is a 501(c)(3) Human Services/Educational non-profit organization that uses the arts, especially, to encourage and propel seekers of a better, more peaceful world to find ways to serve, while becoming more kind and compassionate human beings.
We welcome you as we collectively and individually explore the sweet mysteries of life – this is an invitation into co-creation! Our gatherings are most every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at 117 Evans Drive in north Fort Collins. Childcare is available (please let us know ahead of time so we can make arrangements).
We hope our paths cross soon!
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Sunday,
April 29th
The Healing Power of Music
The past several weeks have been especially divine, sharing music and song with a multitude of different folks, and it reminded us of how healing sharing and making music can be! Our next Tuesday night Song Circle is coming up on May 1st, and past participants have commented on how good it makes them feel. Scientific research also confirms the many benefits of music in one’s life. We’ll explore this topic…with lots of music, of course! A representative from Mishawaka’s “Mish Initiative” will be dropping by to see first hand what we do here at Paths of Heart and snap a few pictures/videos (let us know if you don’t want to be in them – no worries!). We were a recent recipient of their Mish’n Booster Grant! We’ll also have our monthly potluck directly after today’s gathering, complete with Maypole dancing to celebrate the season, led by Elizabeth Hudetz. Remember, we aim for zero waste at our potlucks so please bring your own reusable/washable table service (plate and utensils) along with a favorite dish to share. We’ll provide cups, cloth napkins, and a variety of beverages. The weather forecast so far is grand!!
Music is a lady that I still love because she gives me the air that I breathe. We need all sorts of nourishment. And music satisfies and nourishes the hunger within ourselves for connection and harmony
~ Cat Stevens
“The search for meaning is really the search for the lost chord. When the lost chord is discovered by humankind, the discord in the world will be healed and the symphony of the universe will come into complete harmony with itself.” ~ John O’Donohue
“In the end we shall have had enough of cynicism, skepticism and humbug, and we shall want to live more musically.”
~ Vincent van Gogh
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Looking Ahead/Notes of Interest
TONIGHT, Thursday, April 26th, 7-9 pm – Seren-i-tea, A Compassionate Listening Circle led by Kiri Saftler of Peace Circles, LLC at Happy Lucky Tea House in Old Town Fort Collins. This free event is an opportunity to participate in a facilitated discussion intended to help overcome personal obstacles to internal peace, create new relationships and a sense of belonging. Donations gratefully accepted. Proceeds benefit Peace Circles in local schools.
Sunday, April 29th – Potluck and Maypole Dance after our morning gathering!
Tuesday, May 1st, 7 pm – Our next monthly Singing Circle. All are welcome!
Friday, May 4th, 7:30 pm – “Paths of Heart Presents…” House Concert with Alaskan Indie Folk artist, Laura Oden! Laura has recently released her 2nd CD titled “Peel Back Another Layer”, with songs that ruminate on family loyalties, love, the meaning of life and whether or not the TSA actually makes travel any safer, all steeped in an ambiance of introspection. “My father was a theologian and my mother was an actress,” Laura Oden said with a slight grin and a little shake of her head. “So it was sort of inevitable that I’d become a songwriter.” Visit www.lauraoden.com for a sneak peek! Hope you can join us for this fun and enlightening night! Suggested donation just $10 at the door. Potluck snacks and beverages after the show.
King Soopers Neighborhood Reward Gift Cards – We are excited to have joined King Soopers fund raising gift card program! When you use your Paths of Heart Gift Card, 5% of your total purchases are rewarded to Paths of Heart. It does not cost you anything extra – simply load your gift card with any amount before you buy your groceries. We will be selling the cards with an initial amount of $20 loaded on them.
We invite you to visit our website, www.pathsofheart.org. There you’ll find past newsletters, a newsletter sign-up form, more about our organization, a photo gallery, and a ‘donate’ button, for those who prefer to donate to our non-profit with a credit card . Stop by for a visit and please share with friends!
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‘Gratitudes’
Thanks to Elizabeth Hudetz for organizing our special Earth Day song, and to Dhara Rose and Oscar (Rob ) Wojtowick for joining the band! Great energy!
“Life is as it is, we take it to be hard or easy. It’s all about our perception, attitude and level of gratitude.”
~ Geraldine Vermaak
What are you grateful for today?
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Other Details….
If this has been forwarded to you by a friend and you would like to join us, we encourage you to add your name to our newsletter list, as schedules do occasionally change,and we like to keep you informed of topics and special events as well. Just visit our website www.pathsofheart.org and click the newsletter sign-up link. If you know of other interested and kind-hearted souls, please refer them to our website, or they may also contact us by email: info@pathsofheart.org or by phone: 970-484-9600, to learn more about our organization. Thanks!
* CAR-EOGRAPHY * You may park in the driveway, as well as diagonally along the north side of our property. Should those areas become full, please park out on Hwy 1, which has plenty of space and a nice wide shoulder. Please watch for cars as you are exiting and entering your vehicle, though! The carport area is reserved for folks with special parking needs. Out of respect for our neighbors, we ask that you kindly refrain from parking on Evans Drive beyond our property line. Car pooling is encouraged. We also have a bike rack for cyclists!
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Yoga with Heart!
We do yoga here in our “community space” on Mondays and Wednesdays. All levels are welcome to participate. Let us know if you’re interested in joining this heart centered practice!
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