THURSDAY NOVEMBER 5TH

2:30 - 5:30 PM

I’d like to carve out space for creativity more consistently, so I’m starting a monthly craft club to get together in a social setting to work on projects, share, and inspire one another. We’ll have tables and chairs, and also open floor space to get comfortable whether you’re making jewelry, knitting, sewing, drawing, bedazzling, etc. There is no fee to attend, but contributions to the space are welcome and appreciated. Feel free to bring snacks and beverages, bring anything else you need to be comfortable, and please bring your own drop cloth if you're working on something that could get messy with paint, glue, glitter, etc. I’m looking forward to making space for creativity and to forming friendships with others who share common interests.  Contact Teagan to join: +506 86059477

THURSDAY OCTOBER 1ST

2:30 - 5:30 PM

I’d like to carve out space for creativity more consistently, so I’m starting a monthly craft club to get together in a social setting to work on projects, share, and inspire one another. We’ll have tables and chairs, and also open floor space to get comfortable whether you’re making jewelry, knitting, sewing, drawing, bedazzling, etc. There is no fee to attend, but contributions to the space are welcome and appreciated. Feel free to bring snacks and beverages, bring anything else you need to be comfortable, and please bring your own drop cloth if you're working on something that could get messy with paint, glue, glitter, etc. I’m looking forward to making space for creativity and to forming friendships with others who share common interests.  Contact Teagan to join: +506 86059477

Join our Full Moon Circle and partake in Cacao Ritual, Ecstatic Dance, and Sound Bath.  Raquel will open the space sharing sacred cacao to center into our hearts, set our intention, and create a coherent container to express ourselves in ecstatic dance, then DJ Datura will set the soundscape for our free-form dance journey.  Ecstatic dance offers an opportunity to move intuitively and tap into the natural joy of dance free from any unwanted elements.  Once the dance winds down, the evening will close with a relaxing sound bath, a time to settle and recalibrate after whatever we may have moved or processed through our dancing.   Please bring water and whatever you need to care for yourself and be comfortable. 

The Graffiti Jam was a great success.  Be sure to check out the new murals and graffiti at the Pelicans beach entrance, Cabinas Chale, Hotel Torro Blanco, Super New China, and between San Carlos Hardware and MegaSuper.  There are some wonderful works, and my favorite is this piece by Sebastian Ayala that highlights nature in bold colors and resonates the reminder ‘Be Here Now’.

This workshop centers the creative process, the act of making something with our own hands, connecting with ourselves, and connecting with others as we work alongside each other.  We will begin with a guided meditation to center ourselves in the space with intention, then Sarah will teach the Japanese Stab Binding method to create our own beautiful handbound journals.  You do not need to bring any supplies or have any prior experience; Sarah will provide all the materials, including paper handmade locally, and she will offer pointers and assistance as needed.  This is a social activity, light-hearted and fun–a great way to enjoy the morning and meet new friends.  Once we’ve finished creating our journals, you can continue conversations or take time for yourself to write. Sarah will provide some journaling prompts to take with you.  This workshop is open to everyone regardless of age, gender, or whether you consider yourself “creative”.  Let’s get together, enjoy the process, and connect.

Biodanza is the dance of life, the poetics of the human encounter.  Dance connects our bodies and emotions; we experience the sensations of being alive and building community.  Rather than create choreographies, we place life, care, and affection at the center of our dance and propose gestures and movements from authentic expression.  We begin by opening space with introductions and sharing, and discussing the origins and philosophy of Biodanza.  We will share ceremonial cacao, and after making some important agreements and turning off cell phones, we enter the space of the body and open communication.  We will engage in individual, partner, and group activities following a theme.  All dance is free and improvised, the guidance always an invitation allowing for choice and personal comfort.  Paula will lead in Spanish and English, and all ages are welcome as long as minors are accompanied by a responsible participating adult.  We will dance to a variety of music styles, each supporting a different experience.  Biodanza is a system of human integration promoting physical and emotional well-being through free movement, music, and connection with others. ​

This art festival aims to transform public spaces with colorful and uplifting murals, showcase national talent, and integrate culture, youth, and environmental awareness in an inspiring experience of creative expression.  The event kicks off Thursday evening with an artist meet-and-greet at The Palms Hotel.  We are expecting more than forty artists, around 3/4 local to Costa Rica, and 1/4 coming from abroad.  They will be painting Friday - Sunday at eight different walls within the Coco community: off Coco's main street by Ferretería San Carlos; on the road to Ocotal by Super New China, Los Cartagos, and Taco Rosado; and off of carretera la Chorrera the Pelícanos beach entrance, Cabinas Chale, and Hotel Puerta del Sol.  The closing party will be at Zi Lounge Sunday evening with live DJs, MCs, and break-dancers.  All activities are open to the public free of charge, but if you’d like to make a contribution to support this initiative and help it become a regular event in Coco, you may do so via Sinpe or Paypal, or at the opening and closing events.  This festival is made possible with the sponsorship of Loop Colors and Artopia, and the generous support from local businesses and organizations receiving the artists including Anika Boutique Suites, Toro Blanco Hotel, The Palms Hotel, Hotel M&M Beach House, Hotel Colono Beach, Hotel La Puerta del Sol, Villa del Sol Boutique Hotel, Island Golf Cart Rentals, Ferretería San Carlos, ADICOCO, la Municipalidad de Carrillo, and La Asociación de Cultura.

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Biodanza is the dance of life, the poetics of the human encounter.  Dance connects our bodies and emotions; we experience the sensations of being alive and building community.  Rather than create choreographies, we place life, care, and affection at the center of our dance and propose gestures and movements from authentic expression.  We begin by opening space with introductions and sharing, and discussing the origins and philosophy of Biodanza.  After making some important agreements and turning off cell phones, we enter the space of the body and open communication.  We will engage in individual, partner, and group activities following a theme.  All dance is free and improvised, the guidance always an invitation allowing for choice and personal comfort.  Paula will lead in Spanish and English, and all ages are welcome as long as minors are accompanied by a responsible participating adult.  We will dance to a variety of music styles, each supporting a different experience.  Biodanza is a system of human integration promoting physical and emotional well-being through free movement, music, and connection with others. 

Often we may experience a block or disconnect from our voice, feeling shy or unable to express ourselves fully.  This workshop aims to liberate the voice as a clear channel for authentic expression, reestablishing the connection with our natural sounds, creativity, and emotional articulations.  We will begin with intention, creating a safe and supportive container for exploration together, then start with simple breathing and movement exercises to open the body and energize the diaphragm.  Vladi will guide us through shamanic vocal activations, applying tones, sounds, and intuitive expressions, then we will build the group resonance with call-and-response series to build confidence and connection.  From these playful exercises we will reach a place of freedom with the voice and move into creative improvisation exploring the natural flow of our original sounds.  Finally, we will allow our experience to anchor into our being with time for grounding and reflection.  Participants may experience a deeper sense of connection with the breath, body, voice, creativity, and self-expression;  and may have feelings of freedom, confidence, joy, playfulness, emotional release, or energetic realignment.  No prior experience is necessary; please wear comfortable clothes and bring water.