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Next Event: Tai Chi Progression Ceremony

Saturday, Sept 28, 9:30-noon, at White Magnolia Acupuncture and Tai Chi
 
Our Progression Ceremony is a semi-annual White Magnolia gathering where we celebrate students’ progress in deepening their Tai Chi forms. These events are open to the public.
 
The event starts at 9:30 am with a 30 minute version of our Beginner Foundations class open to all. If you are new to White Magnolia, you will need to sign a waiver in advance, so please contact us at 510-570-8195 to register.  
 
At 10:00 am, the public is welcome to watch as we demonstrate the 8 Pieces of Silk Brocade Chi Kung sequence. Then, those students whose progression is being confirmed will demonstrate their forms.
 
Refreshments (potluck) will follow and please bring a dish to share.  
 
Take a look at highlights from a past White Magnolia Progression Ceremony below

Looking forward to celebrating with you all.

Next up: Sunrise Wellness Mixer with Berkeley Chamber

Wednesday, October 9th.

Upcoming: Fall Wellness Event

Saturday, October 19th

2024 fall wellness event flyer
10.19 Sat. @11am-1pm Take charge of your health by staying in harmony with the fall season! Learn a simple self-care routine based on the 5 branches of Chinese medicine and stay for the tea. The event will be held outdoors in our courtyard. Call to sign up at 510-570-8195.
 
Details:

Let’s get our bodies ready for the fall season with shorter days and earlier nights. It is the perfect time to nourish the lungs and prepare the respiratory system for the cooler weather.

11:00-11:30am Keeping in Harmony with the Fall Season: Presenters – John Luna-Sparks LAc. of White Magnolia Acupuncture & Tai Chi & Katie Tao of Teance.

Would you like to feel:

  • More balanced, physically and emotionally?
  • Empowered to take charge of your health?
  • In harmony with nature?

You’ll learn:

  • How to improve your mood, balance hormones, reduce pain, and increase vitality by staying in harmony with the fall season.
  • A simple self-care routine rooted in the 5 Branches of Chinese Medicine, incorporating meditation, Chi Kung, self-massage, and tasty seasonal food (samples provided!)

11:30-12:00pm Nourish and Strengthen Your Gut Microbiome with Fermented Foods: Guest speaker Karen Wang Diggs | Nutritionist + Chef

Learn why adding fermented foods to your diet can help to improve your digestion and immunity.
Karen will also show you how easy it is to make your own fermented vegetables and beverages, and you’ll get to try some samples.

12-12:30pm Tai Chi introductory classes by White Magnolia Acupuncture & Tai Chi.

12:30-1:00 What teas are in alignment with the fall season. Teas will be served by Teance Fine Teas.

The fee will cover the activities from 11am-1pm with the seating. Space is limited, so please sign up to reserve your space!

01:00-2:30pm Lunch and Tea Break
Bring your lunch or grab lunch at a nearby spot such as Berkeley Bowl, Cali Alley, Mint Leaf, Standard Fare! Bring back to enjoy in our courtyard with tea.

2:30-4:30pm Live Jazz by Cyril Grimsich Trio (Free Admission)
Live outdoor music to nourish our hearts and senses on this Fall Wellness Day!

Upcoming: Dia De Los Muertos

Friday, November 1st

510-570-8195 Directions Contact/Schedule