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  • For those that have a basic understanding of Qi Gong already and are ready for more advanced forms. This is the continuation of Qigong Level 1 workshop.

    Join us for a rare and deeply nourishing seminar that bridges ancient wisdom and modern well-being. This immersive experience invites you into the timeless tradition of Shaolin Qi Gong and Kung Fu—arts rooted in mindfulness, healing, and the harmonious integration of body, mind, and spirit.

    Under the guidance of Shifu Yantuo, a 34th-generation Shaolin master, you’ll be introduced to powerful yet gentle practices designed to awaken life force (Qi), enhance self-awareness, and cultivate resilience from the inside out.


    What to Expect
    * Insight & Wisdom: A rich introduction to internal Qi Gong—exploring flowing movement, breathwork, and meditative awareness as tools for healing and personal empowerment.
    * Tea Ceremony: Begin with a calming tea ritual led by Flowing River, inviting presence, intention, and connection.

    Qi Gong Practice - Level 2
    * Ground yourself with standing meditation to activate internal energy.
    * Learn the Eight Brocades, an accessible and profound Qi Gong form that opens energy pathways and promotes vitality.
    * Conclude with a silent meditation to absorb and integrate the practice in deep stillness.


    Why Attend?
    * Deepen your mindfulness practice through embodied movement
    * Experience traditional Qi Gong directly from a Shaolin lineage
    * Support emotional balance, immune strength, and holistic well-being
    * Reconnect with a sense of calm, clarity, and presence


    Whether you're new to these practices or seeking to deepen your path of self-discovery, this seminar offers a sacred space to realign, reflect, and grow.

    Facilitators

    Shifu Yantuo

    Common name: Wang Lu, Buddhist name: Shi Yan Tuo a 34th generation Shaolin disciple. Native of Shandong province of China. He has been learning local traditional martial arts from his father since he was six years of age. In 1997 given a special opportunity, he was able to enter and train in Shaolin Temple. In 2000 he formally became the 34th generation of Shaolin Warrior monk under his teacher, the abbot of Shaolin Temple, Shi Yong Xin. Under both his master’s strict and compassionate guidance and his long hours of practice, he quickly mastered traditional Kung Fu hand forms, weapons, sparring forms, and internal Qi Gong forms. Over the course of his training, he grasped the spirit of “Zen Kung Fu Are One” which embodies the need for both spiritual and physical training. Always keeping the essence of this phrase in mind, he quickly rose up the ranks and became one of the top students of the 34th generation. During the time when he was still training in the temple, he was able to participate in many international exchanges in America, Europe, Australia, Thailand, Korea and some more countries. In 2008, the Shaolin Temple was given the privilege to go to Seoul, Korea’ s Shaolin’s Cultural Center to spread the teachings of Shaolin. In 2009, he was given the rare opportunity to begin teaching in Los Angles and Bay Area. In 2014 he established school the Shaolin Temple of San Diego until 2020.

    Now based in Seattle, WA teaching via online, in person, and traveling for seminars. He wishes to spread the spirit and essence of Shaolin Arts and Kung Fu to others.


    Flowing RIver

    Flowing River is a poet, musician, and spiritualist that studies under the tutelage of Bhai Bahadur Singh Ji and the Sangat of the Divine Light. Having traveled to over 30 countries over the past 15 years he has amassed a wealth of knowledge on how to cleanse, clear, and purify the mind, body, and spirit. Flowing River shares this wisdom freely with all who are ready to make a positive change in their lives for the better. Now he aims to cultivate conscious community through cups of tea that warm the heart and enlighten the soul.
  • Discover inner stillness, cultivate vitality, and reconnect with your true nature.

    Join us for a rare and deeply nourishing seminar that bridges ancient wisdom and modern well-being. This immersive experience invites you into the timeless tradition of Shaolin Qi Gong and Kung Fu—arts rooted in mindfulness, healing, and the harmonious integration of body, mind, and spirit.

    Under the guidance of Shifu Yantuo, a 34th-generation Shaolin master, you’ll be introduced to powerful yet gentle practices designed to awaken life force (Qi), enhance self-awareness, and cultivate resilience from the inside out.


    What to Expect
    * Insight & Wisdom: A rich introduction to internal Qi Gong—exploring flowing movement, breathwork, and meditative awareness as tools for healing and personal empowerment.
    * Tea Ceremony: Begin with a calming tea ritual led by Flowing River, inviting presence, intention, and connection.

    Qi Gong Practice - Level 1
    * Ground yourself with standing meditation to activate internal energy.
    * Learn the Eight Brocades, an accessible and profound Qi Gong form that opens energy pathways and promotes vitality.
    * Conclude with a silent meditation to absorb and integrate the practice in deep stillness.


    Why Attend?
    * Deepen your mindfulness practice through embodied movement
    * Experience traditional Qi Gong directly from a Shaolin lineage
    * Support emotional balance, immune strength, and holistic well-being
    * Reconnect with a sense of calm, clarity, and presence


    Whether you're new to these practices or seeking to deepen your path of self-discovery, this seminar offers a sacred space to realign, reflect, and grow.

    Facilitators

    Shifu Yantuo

    Common name: Wang Lu, Buddhist name: Shi Yan Tuo a 34th generation Shaolin disciple. Native of Shandong province of China. He has been learning local traditional martial arts from his father since he was six years of age. In 1997 given a special opportunity, he was able to enter and train in Shaolin Temple. In 2000 he formally became the 34th generation of Shaolin Warrior monk under his teacher, the abbot of Shaolin Temple, Shi Yong Xin. Under both his master’s strict and compassionate guidance and his long hours of practice, he quickly mastered traditional Kung Fu hand forms, weapons, sparring forms, and internal Qi Gong forms. Over the course of his training, he grasped the spirit of “Zen Kung Fu Are One” which embodies the need for both spiritual and physical training. Always keeping the essence of this phrase in mind, he quickly rose up the ranks and became one of the top students of the 34th generation. During the time when he was still training in the temple, he was able to participate in many international exchanges in America, Europe, Australia, Thailand, Korea and some more countries. In 2008, the Shaolin Temple was given the privilege to go to Seoul, Korea’ s Shaolin’s Cultural Center to spread the teachings of Shaolin. In 2009, he was given the rare opportunity to begin teaching in Los Angles and Bay Area. In 2014 he established school the Shaolin Temple of San Diego until 2020.

    Now based in Seattle, WA teaching via online, in person, and traveling for seminars. He wishes to spread the spirit and essence of Shaolin Arts and Kung Fu to others.


    Flowing RIver

    Flowing River is a poet, musician, and spiritualist that studies under the tutelage of Bhai Bahadur Singh Ji and the Sangat of the Divine Light. Having traveled to over 30 countries over the past 15 years he has amassed a wealth of knowledge on how to cleanse, clear, and purify the mind, body, and spirit. Flowing River shares this wisdom freely with all who are ready to make a positive change in their lives for the better. Now he aims to cultivate conscious community through cups of tea that warm the heart and enlighten the soul.
  • As part of its monthly lecture series, the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is pleased to present “Sinkable: The Mysterious World of Shipwrecks and the Titanic” with Daniel Stone on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. In his presentation, Stone will draw on his book, SINKABLE: Obsession, the Deep Sea, and the Shipwreck of the Titanic, as he dives into the incredible culture of shipwrecks in human history and in our own waters. Timelier than ever, Stone utilizes the Titanic as a lens to explore the topic of shipwrecks, including the fascinating science and aftermath.

    Since the beginning of 2022 alone, several major shipwrecks have been found. From Ernest Shackleton’s ship Endurance to the Atlanta, which was found in Lake Superior, and to an ancient wreck found off the coast of Greece and the discovery of a marble head of Hercules from 2,000 years ago, each discovery brings new attention and fascination with the deep sea and its treasures. Driven by his own curiosity about shipwrecks, Stone spent years interviewing marine biologists and astrophysicists, wreck experts, historians, and many more. From the Titanic to the USS Maine, Stone’s book, and presentation, takes readers on a deep dive into the depths of the world’s oceans and the people who devote their lives to tracking lost ships and lost treasure.

    “So many of us grew up living with the ghost of the Titanic without realizing that she was still alive, only in another form,” said Rachel Lance, author of In the Waves: My Quest to Solve the Mystery of a Civil War Submarine. “Daniel Stone pushes back the murky waters of the ocean to reveal the secret second phase of a ship’s life, the one that occurs after it has disappeared from the view of all humanity, except for intrepid explorers and daring optimists. The story is beautifully written, captivating from the first line, and an engrossing reminder of the inextricable link between those of us living above the ocean, and the things lurking below it. Including the shipwrecks.”

    The cost is free for SBMM’s Navigator Circle Members, $10 for all other members, and $20 for members of the public. There will also be a pre-lecture reception for members only from 6:15-6:45 p.m.

    Register at https://sbmm.org/santa-barbara-event/sinkable-the-mysterious-world-of-shipwrecks-and-the-titanic-with-daniel-stone/ and learn how to become a member at https://sbmm.org/santa-barbara-maritime-museum-membership/.

    The lecture series is generously sponsored by Marie L. Morrisroe. The lecture reception is generously sponsored by Hank and Mari Mitchel and Tim and Louise Casey.

    About Our Speaker – Daniel Stone

    A native of Los Angeles, Daniel Stone is a national bestselling writer on adventure, history, and science. He is a former senior editor for National Geographic and a former White House correspondent for Newsweek. His first book, The Food Explorer, was a national bestseller and selected as the American Horticultural Society’s book of the year. The Food Explorer is currently in development for a TV series. His book Sinkable, released in 2022, is about shipwrecks, the deep sea, and the strange underworld of shipwreck obsession.

    Stone is also a professor of environmental science and policy at Johns Hopkins University, where he teaches environmental communication, history, and storytelling. He is an occasional contributor to The Washington Post, Time Magazine, and Vice, and has presented at the National Academy of Sciences. A lover of science and the outdoors, he currently lives in Santa Barbara with his wife and two sons, one of whom is a dog.
  • 'Tis the season for a handful of familiar Christmas songs to monopolize the top spots on the Billboard pop chart. But a few newer songs are making a play to join the annual holiday jukebox.
  • Make it a memorable Memorial Day weekend with a visit to the Carpinteria Valley Historical Society and History Museum’s outdoor fundraiser, The Marketplace, scheduled for Saturday, May 27, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the museum grounds at 956 Maple Ave. in downtown Carpinteria.

    Known for its variety of vendors and their unique offerings — which includes handcrafted gifts, specialty foods, toys, antiques, furniture, jewelry, clothing, plants, musical instruments, household items including quilts, kitchenware, and chinaware, and tons more — the Marketplace has something for everybody. Prices at Granny’s Attic, the booth operated by the museum, start at 25 cents.

    Janet Rutland, owner of Silverquest, offers a curated collection of sterling silver jewelry from around the world, but mainly from artists in Mexico. She and her husband Mickey will be at booth #6. “We have searched for jewelry in the most interesting places! We have unique styles and something for everyone! I am also located at The Vintage Nest in Fillmore,” suggests Rutland. “Please support this beautiful work.” For more information, email janet@silverquestia.com, call 805-727-0322, or visit @silverquestia.

    Hot dogs, cold beverages, and snacks will be available for purchase, and as always admission is free to the Marketplace. Musical entertainment includes Mavis Hansen and the Ukulele Jammers.

    For more information, call (805) 684-3112, email info@carpinteriahistoricalmuseum.org, or visit carpinteriahistoricalmuseum.org. The next Marketplace is scheduled for June 24.
  • 40th Annual Light Up a Life Ceremony

    Join Hospice of Santa Barbara for their 40th Annual Light Up A Life. This beloved community tradition takes place to remember and honor those you miss this holiday season.
    Light Up a Life will host four ceremonies, featuring speakers and special guests, entertainment, refreshments, and the lighting of a memorial tree. Guests can also hang one or more stars in memory of a loved one who has died or in honor of someone living.

    Locations include:

    Santa Barbara (Lobero Theatre) - Sunday, December 3 at 5:30 pm
    Montecito (Upper Village Green) - Wednesday, December 6 at 4:00 pm
    Carpinteria (Seal Fountain) - Saturday, December 9 at 5:00 pm
    Goleta (Camino Real Marketplace) - Sunday, December 10 at 5:00 pm


    In addition to the four in person ceremonies, you can also dedicate a star to a loved one on HSB’s Virtual Tree of Remembrance. For a suggested donation of $15, you can dedicate a digital star(s) with their loved one’s name, photo, and a special message.
    All events are free. To learn more and dedicate a star to a loved one in person at one of the four locations or on the Virtual Tree of Remembrance, please visit: http://www.hospiceofsb.org/lual
  • 40th Annual Light Up a Life Ceremony

    Join Hospice of Santa Barbara for their 40th Annual Light Up A Life. This beloved community tradition takes place to remember and honor those you miss this holiday season.
    Light Up a Life will host four ceremonies, featuring speakers and special guests, entertainment, refreshments, and the lighting of a memorial tree. Guests can also hang one or more stars in memory of a loved one who has died or in honor of someone living.
    Locations include:

    Santa Barbara (Lobero Theatre) - Sunday, December 3 at 5:30 pm
    Montecito (Upper Village Green) - Wednesday, December 6 at 4:00 pm
    Carpinteria (Seal Fountain) - Saturday, December 9 at 5:00 pm
    Goleta (Camino Real Marketplace) - Sunday, December 10 at 5:00 pm


    In addition to the four in person ceremonies, you can also dedicate a star to a loved one on HSB’s Virtual Tree of Remembrance. For a suggested donation of $15, you can dedicate a digital star(s) with their loved one’s name, photo, and a special message.
    All events are free. To learn more and dedicate a star to a loved one in person at one of the four locations or on the Virtual Tree of Remembrance, please visit: http://www.hospiceofsb.org/lual
  • 40th Annual Light Up a Life Ceremony

    Join Hospice of Santa Barbara for their 40th Annual Light Up A Life. This beloved community tradition takes place to remember and honor those you miss this holiday season.
    Light Up a Life will host four ceremonies, featuring speakers and special guests, entertainment, refreshments, and the lighting of a memorial tree. Guests can also hang one or more stars in memory of a loved one who has died or in honor of someone living.
    Locations include:

    Santa Barbara (Lobero Theatre) - Sunday, December 3 at 5:30 pm
    Montecito (Upper Village Green) - Wednesday, December 6 at 4:00 pm
    Carpinteria (Seal Fountain) - Saturday, December 9 at 5:00 pm
    Goleta (Camino Real Marketplace) - Sunday, December 10 at 5:00 pm


    In addition to the four in person ceremonies, you can also dedicate a star to a loved one on HSB’s Virtual Tree of Remembrance. For a suggested donation of $15, you can dedicate a digital star(s) with their loved one’s name, photo, and a special message.
    All events are free. To learn more and dedicate a star to a loved one in person at one of the four locations or on the Virtual Tree of Remembrance, please visit: http://www.hospiceofsb.org/lual
  • Get ready for an exhilarating community event that you won't want to miss! Santa Barbara Trapeze Co is thrilled to announce our collaboration with Unity Shoppe for a day filled with fun, excitement, and goodwill.Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 27th, from 3:30 - 6:30 pm, as we come together to attempt breaking the Guinness World Record for the largest canned food pyramid! But that's not all – the day promises a flying trapeze showcase, delicious tacos, refreshing drinks, and fantastic vibes.
    We invite you, your friends, and family to join us for this memorable occasion. Plus, for the adventurous souls out there, our trapeze will be open for anyone eager to take a swing and soar through the air.Leading up to the event, you can drop off your canned food donations at either Santa Barbara Trapeze Co or Unity Shoppe. Let's make a difference together!
    Donate to Unity Shoppe Here - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=K96JM36XQWZNW&source=qr
    Don't miss out on this action-packed day of giving back to the community and having a blast while doing it. Start gathering your canned food donations now, and let's make a difference together!
    Stay tuned for more updates as we count down to the big day.
     
  • Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Central Coast at SCAPE’s (Southern California Artists Painting for the Environment) annual juried Fall Show, Central Coast Reflections. Held at the prestigious Music Academy of the West in Lehmann Hall, this two-day event not only celebrates stunning local art, but also supports a vital cause—benefiting environmental education nonprofit Explore Ecology.

    The show opens on Friday, September 13th at 2:30 pm, with a catered reception from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. Event highlights include a Painting Demonstration by renowned artist Kevin Gleason on Saturday, September 14th at noon. The exhibition will also be open on Saturday, September 14th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.

    Enjoy free parking at the Music Academy of the West, located at 1070 Fairway Rd in Santa Barbara.

    The juror for the exhibit is Tom Henderson, a well-known fixture of the Santa Barbara art community and a member of the Oak Group. Some of Tom’s work will be on display.

    Explore and purchase artwork inspired by the natural splendor of the Central Coast, knowing that your participation supports Explore Ecology’s innovative programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to support local art, artists, and environmental education!

    SCAPE fosters camaraderie and artistic growth among its members while organizing art events that benefit non-profit environmental organizations. Learn more at https://scape.wildapricot.org
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