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**During the potent Scorpion Full Moon, exciting Beltane and blooming Spring.** A magnificent alignment of the Lunar, Solar (aka Pagan) and Taoist Calendar with the Jade Egg Holistic Practice. An invitation to fully: ***Embrace Your Feminine Empowerment!*** A Unique and Traditional Jade Priestess Initiation with the Full Spectrum of Holistic Taoist Training: **\*\*\* Self-Healing,** including the **Jade Egg Secrets,** in a tradition of +5000 years, **\*\*\*** The ***Art of Bedchamber*** (Ancient Tantric Secrets), **\*\*\* Shamanic Healing**, and **Martial Arts**, **\*\*\* Tai Chi Qigong** including **Self-Defence for Women.** **\*\*\*** With Plenty of **MOON POWER** Insights and Moon Magic **to clear, heal and manifest.** **\*\*\* Moon Harmony –** understanding your cycles through all stages of your womanhood, the moon cycles, and the moon inside you. ALL WOMEN ARE WELCOME! ***Unveiling Your Mysterious Feminine,*** The Time Is Now, The Power Is You! *The world is in need more than ever of heart-womb centered leadership, in empowered women with compassionate hearts.* **This is an Epic BI-ANNUAL Training for a small group, especially crafted for you to step into Your Full Potential while Igniting the Sacred Feminine Codes to fulfil your Soul Purpose.** In Sisterhood, we’ll raise our vibration and consciously spread for the good of the planet, as the change starts inside us! Revealing Ancient Secrets For Modern Life and the Embodiment of Radiant Health at all levels. * **Embrace Your Mystic Power!** * **Let Your Inner Wisdom Be Your Guide!** * **Burn Your Fears And Light Your Heart’s Desires!** * And Much More!… **An amazing venue in the lovely countryside in the North of Portugal,** surrounded by nature, with delicious food prepared by our in-house chef. **This Life-Enhancing and Enriching Experience** is also a nourishing and empowering holiday. A TREAT FOR YOU! A GIFT FOR LIFE! BECAUSE YOU ARE WORTH IT! **INNER ALCHEMY For INNER HARMONY** Through the Jade Egg Holistic Practice with still, standing and moving Meditation, Healing Sounds, Kuan Yin Qigong, Shamanic and Feminine Embodiment Practices, Dance (including Hawaiian Hula and Indian Gypsy Dance), Ritual and Ceremony. **A graceful Journey through the Five Elements around us and inside us:** **Water** – AWAKENING YOUR INNER GODDESS... FOLLOW YOUR INNER WISDOM! **Fire** – TAOIST SECRETS OF YOUTH & BEAUTY! **Earth** – ABUNDANCE, FERTILITY & PLEASURE! **Metal** – THE COMPASSIONATE WARRIOR! **Wood** – REBIRTH OF THE SELF! **This retreat is the expansion of various trainings I've been sharing since 2007, and part of it is the [JADE EGG INITIATION](https://www.jadecircleanamarta.com/initiation-step-1/) and [HEALING LOVE](https://www.jadecircleanamarta.com/healing-love_step-2/).** The Unique Jade Egg Holistic Practice brings benefits to all levels of your being, as it was developed to address different women's needs using the Jade Egg as a psychosomatic healing tool, benefiting beyond the pelvic floor. ***By evolving the path of self-healing and self-mastery you live life to the full!*** The Secrets of the famous Jade Egg, along with this Holistic Practice, offers a safe and complete use of the Jade Egg as a Tool, a Jewel, and a Talisman, maximising its benefits. **The Life-Enhancing Ovarian Breathing.** **[CLICK for Details](https://www.jadecircleanamarta.com/moon-power/)**[ & ](https://www.jadecircleanamarta.com/moon-power/)**[Benefits](https://www.jadecircleanamarta.com/moon-power/)**[ of the Yin Taoist Healing Love](https://www.jadecircleanamarta.com/moon-power/) *"I absolutely loved this retreat. It was everything I hoped for and more. My soul has been nourished, my body and mind rested and my spirit inspired.* *The venue was just perfect and the food was delicious and wholesome. What a treat to be cooked for by your mum.* *Anamarta, your organisation and teaching are impeccable. You teach with such heart, generosity and integrity. I really felt you cared about our learning and all of us as individuals. Your spirit and passion shine through and I thank you for your commitment to us and this work.* *It's been wonderful to have this space to focus on myself. I go away with a renewed sense of clarity.* *I loved this group of women and I leave with friendship that has meaning and purpose.* *Looking forward to Jade Egg Steps 3 and 4."* *Kindy Kaur* INVESTMENT **Earlybird £1297 to 25th February 2026**. Regular price £1397. Including: * +37 hours of professional training, rituals and ceremony. * Accommodation with ensuite bedrooms. * Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner, with snacks and water. * Transfers from and to Porto Airport (1h journey). * Follow-up Session with New Moon Ritual TBA. * Invitation to be part of the FB private group for the Jade Priestesses. * Two E-Books by Anamarta. *"I would recommend this retreat to another woman because it gives them the time and space to connect to the energies of the divine feminine and sisterhood which is very healing.* *The practices with the jade egg and Kuan Yin Qigong offer empowerment, refinement and mastery of your sexual energy and chi.* *Anamarta holds circle with grace, beauty and strength and you will leave the retreat feeling deeper alignment with your feminine and sacred sexual self."* *Grace McEvoy* You can Apply Now! Find the application link at the foot of [the retreat programme page](https://www.jadecircleanamarta.com/moon-power/). We’ll get back to you within 5 days. Please be ready to proceed with your booking then. To guarantee your place will need a £297 deposit. **[Learn More](https://www.jadecircleanamarta.com/moon-power/)** *"This Retreat exceeded my expectations. Anamarta guided and facilitated loads of beautiful journeys and learnings during this week. Some new seeds were planted and others matured to a deeper level.* *I love the daily Chi Kung and Tai Chi sessions and the Taoist teachings of sacred self-love and divine union.* *I feel super energised, stronger and lighter in my heart, mind, body and equipped to introduce more pleasure, joy and nurturing in my daily life.* *Thanks for the amazing journey, and looking forward to your next bountiful manifestation."* *Rejane Pardon-Ribeiro*

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens Free Communal Garden Class Series GROWING MUSHROOMS In this class, we will discuss how to raise mushrooms on logs outdoors as a way to raise food in parts of your yard that are usually too shady to grow vegetables or other crops. We will discuss what mushroom species can be cultivated, what tree species they can grow on, and demonstrate how to prepare and inoculate the logs. By following these steps, you can have your own bountiful mushroom harvest! APRIL 27 | 6:00-7:30 PM | WELLS BARN 1851 E BROAD ST, COLUMBUS, OH 43205 INSTRUCTOR: MARC AMANTE Mare Amante is an Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension Educator with Central State University who is also currently serving as CSU Extension's Agriculture and Natural Resources Interim Program Leader. He has worked on and managed diversified vegetable farms across the Midwest and currently owns and operates an urban farm here in Ohio where he raises microgreens, vegetables, raspberries, and log-grown mushrooms for sale to local markets and restaurants. Registerefor free here https://www.fpconservatory.org/events/cg-growing-mushrooms/

Annual plant sale to support the Inniswood Volunteers Inc., giving back to the gardens. Offering mostly perennials, herbs and a few shrubs. Day 1: Saturday May 2, 2026 8am-4pm Day 2: Sunday May 3, 2026: 11a-3pm rain or shine. Bring a wagon if you have one!

Community Backyards Workshop Join us at the Ohio Herb Center in Gahanna to learn about sustainable home gardening. We can make small changes in our yards to make a BIG impact for a better environment and healthier waterways while saving money. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek and hosted by Ohio Herb Center. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but NOT required. Click here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/65f65aw (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) * Location: Ohio Herb Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna, OH 43230 * Date and time: Sat, May 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM * Organizer: The Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days

Annual plant sale to support the Inniswood Volunteers Inc., giving back to the gardens. Offering mostly perennials, herbs and a few shrubs. Day 1: Saturday May 2, 2026 8am-4pm Day 2: Sunday May 3, 2026: 11a-3pm rain or shine. Bring a wagon if you have one!

[The Kind Exchange](https://www.facebook.com/events/3087825058070662/) A gathering to share, swap, and connect with like-minded people who care about plant-based living, sustainability, and mindful choices. This is more than a swap — it’s a space to circulate what we already have and meet others in the community. Bring any of the following to share: * **Vegan-related books** (cookbooks, sustainability, mindful living, etc.) * **Plants or cuttings** (optional) Swap for something new-to-you from others. *The more you bring, the more there is to exchange!* Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly- [https://form.jotform.com/260975490897073](https://form.jotform.com/260975490897073?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv4&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExVGxJeFRub0FQNmhUcmF3VnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4u9YhVWcSkITKfEn_NajeEUIyxFrXbcaG0HjFHoQn-MCxKlhGlUpFAnsMIzw_aem_vo9QISntFpTtGskmWaVEkQ) Unclaimed books/plants at the end of the event will be donated.

How to be a Better Communicator Communication is everything in life You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

**Join us for a relaxing and fun outdoor celebration for Krishna’s birthday! 🌿☀️** **We’ll start with 1 hour of yoga to stretch, unwind, and connect, followed by a picnic + frisbee to keep the good vibes going.** **Bring your own yoga mat or blanket, and feel free to bring something to share like hummus, fruit, or your favorite snack. 🥙🍓** **Come enjoy fresh air, movement, and great company at the Scioto Mile.** **All levels welcome ✨** **📍Bicentennial Park (next to water fountain)** **233 Civic Center Dr** **Columbus, OH 43215** **Donations for our wonderful yoga instructor, Victoria Lawler, are greatly appreciated. A link is provided below, and she’ll also share her Venmo in person. 🧘🏻‍♀️💗** [Victoria Lawler’s Venmo](https://account.venmo.com/u/lynneleviathan)