Newsletter of the Berkshire-tacoNic BraNch of the aNthroposophical society

Volume 26, issue 8, april 2016

A Garden Fugue—Ella Lapointe

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Striving for Liberty, Equality and Fraternity in our Community

Before the end of the First World War, Rudolf Steiner began to articulate the ideas of the “Threefold Social

Order” as a path forward for humanity, toward a future void of strife and war. The well-known tripartite motto of the French Revolution (liberté, égalité, fraternité) was at last shown in its true light, and the inherent contra-dictions of the three ideals were resolved once it was un-derstood that each of these ideals is connected to one of three archetypal societal spheres. Liberty, or freedom, has its home in the spiritual or cultural life of a soci-ety (the realm that includes all education, art, science, philosophy, religion); the part of society where Equality reigns, or should reign, has to do with the governing laws of a society, with the rights life—the space of hon-oring agreements, of universal fairness, and of all citi-zens being strictly and inherently equal before the law; the realm of Fraternity, or Brotherhood, has to do with the economic life of a society, the basic reality of which is not money per se, but the human needs of individuals and groups: the “economy” is in fact the realm where human beings provide for one another’s basic needs, where the fact of our brother- and sisterhood is most obvious and should be most evident.

These ideas pertaining to the reality of the threefold nature of society can provide us with a lens for viewing, and understanding more deeply, the overall ill health of our present time; for the healthy functioning of society demands that these areas of societal life be recognized and permitted to function in accordance with their true nature and in harmony with the other areas.

In looking back at the history of the United States of America with all this in mind, one can get the sense that the striving to realize these ideals and their harmoniza-tion is connected in some way with the destiny of this country. The War of Independence (1775-1783), for ex-ample, was a struggle for Liberty from, at that time, the most powerful nation in the world—Great Britain. The most important outcome of this struggle was Liberty, in the sense of being able to develop to one’s highest potential as a human being in the spiritual and cultur-al sphere without the interference of a higher worldly power. The Bill of Rights (part of the rights life) of the United States Constitution expresses the rights of a free people to overcome injustices imposed upon them by a ruling power. We enjoy today this great privilege of Liberty from the sacrifices and courage of our founding fathers, mothers, brothers and sisters.

The Civil Rights Movement founded by Martin Luther

King, Jr. and others continued the long and bitter strug-gle, going back to the American Civil War, for the legal recognition of the absolute Equality of all people in the United States, regardless of race.

The struggles of the past for both Liberty and Equality are far from over, and there is still a great deal to be done as forces working counter to these ideals are also pres-ent and powerfully active in our time. Maintaining the achievements of the past, and further evolving the spiri-tual reality of Liberty and Equality on earth should be a constant concern for every citizen of this land.

Today, however, it is the struggle for Fraternity or Brotherhood in the economic life of society, already the least understood of the three archetypal ideals, that is under the most severe of attacks. It seems that people at every level of society have severed their “brotherly” ties with one another out of a sense of superiority that is driven (consciously or not) by three related and under-lying banes of our present culture: greed, fear, competi-tion. The disgracefully low-level of discourse in the cur-rent campaigning for the President of the United States is an unfortunately typical example of this. Candidates have openly voiced anti-Brotherhood, encouraging rac-ism toward certain groups and a sense of superiority within others. In too many parts of the world now inhu-man acts of terrorism and violence against different rac-es, sects, and religions are carried out daily in the name of God by fanatical fundamentalists.

These activities separate people from one another and breed hatred, fear, and doubt; all of which further deepen anti-Brotherhood consciousness throughout the world. There is a vital need for as many people as pos-sible to overcome this consciousness and work together to eliminate these atrocities and replace them with acts of kindness and love.

It has been often quoted, “We are our brother’s keep-ers,” and in the time of the “Consciousness Soul” it is necessary for all members of a community to be involved in a process of change that ultimately affects everyone. Each and every individual in the community is impor-tant and should be recognized and appreciated for who they are. To recognize the I-ness of each human being, and to value him or her not just for their wealth, social class, or physical characteristics, but for what they are as soul and spirit, is the great challenge of our times. Today, many individual human beings working in com-munity are needed for the healing of the earth. Each individual can contribute his or her own special gifts,

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Two Open Courses at The Seminary of The Christian Community

Resonare: Foundation Studies in Music Out of AnthroposophyResonare: Foundation Studies in Music Out of Anthroposophy, begins a new cycle in September 2016. This course is open to all who have an interest in ex-ploring the elements of music. Course content includes singing, work with the lyre, music theory, and study of Rudolf Steiner’s lectures on the nature of music. Participants experience the relationship to intervals

and are given the opportunity to apply this understand-ing to improvisation. Spacial Dynamics and Eurythmy are offered each weekend. *Applications are now being accepted for September. For more information, please contact Channa Seidenberg at (518) 672-4389 or <chan-naseidenberg@gmail.com>.

The Resurrection of the Body with Rev. Richard DanceyApril 4–8, 2016“If Christ is not risen, our faith is futile...”; so writes Paul. If the power of death over the body is not broken, is not conquered, all is in vain, and Macbeth is right: We live in “a tale told by an idiot full of sound and fury signifying nothing.” Everything rests on the resurrec-tion and the resurrection of the spirit, soul, forces of life and BODY of the Human Being. Everything hinges on Easter. We will try to focus on this deepest of the Easter Mysteries—the Resurrection of the Body. Fee: $100

Christian Rosenkreutz with Rev. Bastiaan BaanApril 25–29, 2016Morning Themes: The Chymical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreutz; Rudolf Steiner and Christian Rosenkreutz; Alchemy and The Gospel of John; Rosicrucian Themes in the Seven SacramentsEvening Lectures: The Origins of Rosicrucianism; Who is Christian Rosenkreutz?; Rosicrucian Themes in Our Time; How can I become a helper of Christian Rosenkreutz? Fee: $150For more information or to register visit <www.chris-tiancommunityseminary.org>. Or register by email or phone: <info@christiancommunityseminary.org>; (845) 356-0972. Courses held at the Seminary of The Christian Community, 7 Carmen Court, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977

and these unique gifts are needed for the healing of the earth and the evolution of spirituality in humanity.

The principle is similar to the moment in the fairy tale by Goethe, The Green Snake and The Beautiful Lily, when all the various characters needed to be together at a given time and place to bring about an important positive change for the good. The refrain from that fairy tale applies to the very moment we find ourselves in: “The time is at hand.” It is possible to lament the di-rection the world seems to be taking, and to long for a simpler, stabler, and more spiritual past. But we do not

have the choice to return to a previous time, only the obligation to move on into the future, equaniminously. We certainly can not go back. It is crucial at this time for conscientious, steadfast, and spiritually strong lead-ers to step forward and work closely with the commu-nity in the spirit of the Threefold Social Order in order to found new initiatives that will carry the impulse of Anthroposophy into the future and contribute to the spiritual evolution of humankind.

—Dr. Basil Williams

The healthy social life is foundwhen in the mirror of each human soul

the whole community finds its reflection,and when in the communitythe virtue of each is living. This is the Motto of Social Ethic.

Inscribed to Edith Maryon in a copy of a book on the Threefold Social Order, November 1920.

May our feeling penetrateInto the center of our heart.

And seek, in love, to unite itselfWith the human beings seeking the same goal, With the spirit beings, who, bearing grace,Strengthening us from the realms of light,And illuminating our love,Are gazing down upon our earnest, heartfelt striving.

Sent by Rudolf Steiner to Ralph Courtney for the Threefold Group in New York City, which later established the Threefold Community in Spring Valley (now Chestnut Ridge), NY.

Two Verses by Rudolf Steiner Relevent to the Above Theme

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The Branch Coordinating GroupFridays, April 1 & April 15, 3:00 pm We meet on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, usu-ally at the Windy Hill Studio, but this April 1 meeting is taking place at the Rudolf Steiner Library on Fairview Avenue in Greenport. As always, all are invited who wish to take an active part in the life of our Branch of the Anthroposophical Society. For informa-tion contact the editor or anyone on the coordinating group listed each month on the mailer page of the newsletter.

Note: Curative Education Study Group canceled for April. Next meeting on May 6. See “Looking Ahead.”

Phenomenological Research within the Human Encounter: A series of Three talks by John Cunning-ham at The Nature Institute

Friday, April 1, 7:30 pmIntrospective Observations on the Inner Dialogue: Practical Illuminations of Marshall Rosenberg’s Nonviolent Communication

Friday, April 8, 7:30 pmBecoming Through the Other: Social Inquiry through Goethe’s Way of Seeing

Friday, April 15. 7:30 pm Conflict, Community, and Slow Dialogue: Shared Care through Dominic Barter’s Restorative Circles.

John Cunningham was a Waldorf educator for many years and is a trainer in Nonviolent Communication, which he learned from its developer, Marshall Rosenberg. Since 2000, John has traveled widely giving talks, trainings, and support to Phenomenological Research within the Human Encounter. He has given talks to communities in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Korea, and Sri Lanka. Sliding scale fee: $8 - $20.

Community Weaving Gets PersonalSaturdays in April and May, 1-4 pmJoin Susannah White and Free Columbia at 84 Main Street in Philmont, New York beginning April 2nd for an intensive drop-in workshop designed to provide any in-terested person, regardless of age or ability the oppor-tunity to create their own woven piece in an accessible, supportive environment. We will have 3 looms ready for weaving. Each loom will be warped for a different project. One will be rag rugs,

another placemats, and the last will be for scarves. This is the perfect opportunity to develop a basic under-standing of the weaving process, explore design tech-niques for the loom, share an activity with friends and family, and to bring your creation back to your home.Suggested donation- $0-$30 per week. Contact Susannah at 716-464-0931, or <carapacefarm@gmail.com>to register.

Celebration of the Easter Festival and Honoring the Spiritual Beings in Nature Saturday, April 2, 4:30-6pm(Pot Luck Supper begins at 6pm)We in our community will gather together to prepare healing substances for the good Earth, celebrate the Easter Festival, and recognize the Spiritual Beings in Nature who work on our behalf. Songs, poetry, a special Easter talk, recitation of the Foundation Stone meditation, music, eurythmy, spacial dynamics, preparing together the healing substances, and then spreading the substances on the good Earth. Children and adults alike are invited to participate in this festival. The festival will be held at the home of Christiana and Dr. Basil Williams near Harlemville. For directions call 518 672 4332.

First Class Sunday, April 3, 3:15 pm (reading) Thursday, April 7, 3:45 (conversation) Lesson 18. At Camphill Ghent in Orion North, the resi-dence of Brian and Anna Rée. If you have any questions please contact Anna at 518-721-8508.

Community Singing on Monday Nights: World Music and ShapenoteMonday, April 4, 6:30-7:30 pmAnyone is welcome to join us on Mondays. We learn a variety of World Music in other languages, such as from Africa and the Balkans, and also New England shapenote songs. We’d be glad for more singers to come and fill out the choir. All skill levels are welcome and no commitment is required to participate. Children are welcome to sing or quietly play off to the side. Our warm-weather spot is the Village Green in Philmont, but during the fall and winter we meet at the Free Columbia Space on Main, attached to Family Dollar. Questions? Contact Andrea Williams <andreamichaela75@gmail.com>.

April Meetings and Events

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Working with the Principle of Polarity in Projec-tive GeometryTuesday, April 5, 9:00-10:30 amA course in eight sessions with Henrike Holdrege at The Nature Institute. We will also meet on the follow-ing Tuesdays: April 12,19, May 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31. All are welcome. Please pre-register by calling 518-672-0116. Sliding scale fee: $60 - $120.

First Class StudyWednesday, April 6, 7:00 pmAt Windy Hill. Call Hanna, 325-3648 or John, 325-1113.

Bee Study GroupWednesday, April 6, 7:00 pmWe will continue studying Lecture Vlll (8) of Steiner’s Bee Course at the home of Charlie Doheny, 78 Summit Street, Philmont. We usually meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. For information or direc-tions call Charlie at 672 5270 or Dr Basil Williams, 672 4332.

First Class Conversation Thursday, April 7, 7:45 pm Friday, April 8, 8:00 am Lesson 16. At Camphill Village, Copake; in the Crypt. Call Anke Smeele, 329-7973

Branch Study Group MeetingFriday, April 8, 7:30 pmTakes place at Camphill Ghent, in the MAGNOLIA HOUSE (second building on the service road). We will work on Steiner’s talk entitled “The Working Together of the Four Archangels” given on October 13, 1923 One source for this lecture is The Four Seasons and the Archangels (GA 229). A report and summary of the talk will precede a conversation. It is possible that an artistic activity will be part of the evening. If, by the time of this meeting, a new Theme of the Year for branch work has been initiated, then we will undertake that new theme. Please call Nick at (518) 392 1014.

Meet the ArtistSaturday, April 9, 3:00-5:00 pmWilliam Holland opens the new art exhibit at the Joan Allen Art Gallery at Camphill Ghent. The exhibit is called “The Luminous Landscape.” At 3:30pm William will give a short talk about his art and his process of painting. Refreshments to follow. William Holland is a watercolor artist known for his luminous landscapes and has resided in Spencertown, NY with his artist wife, Peggy, for the last 44 years. William served in the U.S. Navy Hospital Corps for 4 years during the

Vietnam Era. He worked at the Albany V.A. Hospital as a pulmonary technician for 25 years. During this time of work and raising a family, the artist developed his ability to interpret the beauty of the surrounding landscape in watercolor. He is especially inspired by the scenery of the Hudson Valley, Adirondack region and the fast disappearing buildings and artifacts of our rural heritage. For many years, he has exhibited in numerous one-man shows and juried exhibitions throughout the area. He has also been busy with private commission work including railroad, aviation, marine, and farm subjects.

Cupola Painting Explorations Exhibit Opening & a Talk by David T. AndersonSaturday, April 9, 7:30 pm At the Gerard Wagner Gallery, Windy Hill.David is a graduate of the Goetheanum School of Painting in Switzerland where he studied with Gerard Wagner. ( $15–Students $5) Participants will also be able to continue with a painting workshop (see below).

Weekend Painting WorkshopSaturday, April 9, 9:00 am-4:00 pm,Sunday, April 10, 9:00 am-2:00 pmAn exploration of one of RUDOLF STEINER’S CUPOLA MOTIFS. at the Windy Hill Studio Barn. With David T. Anderson. Tuition: sliding scale $150 - $250 (includes the talk).

First Class Friday, April 14, 7:45 pm Lesson 16. At Camphill Village, Copake; in the Crypt. Call Anke Smeele, 329-7973.

The Concerts at Camphill GhentSaturday, April 16, 3:00 pmThe final concert this season plays host to students from the Bard College Conservatory of Music. Our relationship started with the wish to support young artists’ careers by offering performing opportunities. You may remember the high quality level of musician-ship, enthusiasm, and passion we witnessed last year. The program will include the Brahms Clarinet Quintet and 2 Haydn string quartets. We hope you can join us and please encourage young musicians to attend as well. Tickets for students of all ages are $5. Please make reservations early as the last 2 concerts were sold out a few weeks in advance. Ticket prices are - Adult: $25, Senior (55+): $20, Student: $5, Family: $45 Call (518) 392-2760, or click on the concert information at www.camphillghent.org.

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First ClassSaturday, April 16, 7:00 pm (free rendering)Sunday April 17, 9:00 am (reading)Lesson XVIII at Windy Hill. Call Hanna, 325-3648 or John, 325-1113

Basic Meditative Exercises Group Sunday, April 17, 5:30–6:45 pmPlease join us as we work through the 6 essential ex-ercises that Rudolf Steiner described – control of thought, control of will, equanimity, positivity, open-ness, and harmonizing. All are invited, from begin-ners seeking an introduction to the exercises, to those who wish to deepen their work. Our next meeting is at the Farm and Arts Learning Center at the Hawthorne Valley Association. These meetings take place every third Sunday of the month. Anyone is welcome at any time! If you have any questions please contact Seth Jordan at seththomasjordan@gmail.com

Nature Spirits Study GroupWednesday April, 20, 7:00 pmWe will begin lecture V (5) of Rudolf Steiner’s book Spiritual Beings in the Heavenly Bodies & in the Kingdoms of Nature at the home of Christiana and Dr. Basil Williams of 83-7 May Hill Rd. near Harlemville. For information and directions call 518 672 4332 or Charles Doheny 518 672 5270.

The Magical StringsFriday, April 22, 6:30 pmCeltic harps in concert! Since 1978, Philip and Pam Boulding have drawn a loyal following worldwide, cap-tivated by their energetic arrangements of Celtic music and their own engaging compositions, intertwining Celtic roots with classical and world music influences. Philip and Pam also design and build Celtic harps for an international clientele. $10 donation. At Camphill Ghent Culture Hall

Soil, Culture, and Human ResponsibilityFriday, April 22, 7:30 pmA talk by Bruno Follador in celebration of Earth Day at The Nature Institute. Donations are welcome.

The Living Stages of Inner DevelopmentAn Inner Work Path Workshop with Lisa RomeroFriday, April 22–Sunday, April 24Triform Camphill Community, Hudson, NYThe inner work path provides accessible insights into the workings of the human soul, outlines its relation-ship to the spiritual life, and shows the way to develop and strengthen our inner capacities through practical

exercises, experience, and deep understanding. By building a bridge between the spiritual and the earthly, the unfolding of these soul capacities awakens the consciousness with which to engage and transform our outer lives. Through a meditative life inner changes take place that evolve our inner capacities and trans-form our way of being. This workshop will support the various stages of inner development by applying the right inner exercise for each step along the path.“Every step an individual takes affects the collective develop-ment of humanity. The world we experience now is a result of the inner work of past generations. By con-sciously working to understand and experience our connection to the higher worlds we are more able to fully realise and contribute to the higher unfolding of humankind”—Lisa Romero. Please contact <inner-workpathusa@gmail.com> or 908-227-0004 for more details and to register.

William Shakespeare’s BirthdaySaturday, April 23, (all day)This is still Wm. Shakespeare’s birthday (and death day); the previously announced festivities at 84 Main Street, Philmont, however, have been cancelled.

Bringing the Sky Down–An Afternoon with IndigoSaturday, April 23, 1:00–4:00 pmJoin Susannah White and Free Columbia at 84 Main Street as she uncovers the mysteries of an ancient plant dyeing technique, bringing a beautiful sky blue into the space. Learn the history of indigo, the chem-istry behind the process, help create two indigo vats, and discover early fabric patterning techniques. This workshop is open to anyone interested in color, fabric design, or dyeing with plants. A simple cotton scarf will be provided for each participant for dyeing, but all are welcome to bring additional fabric to put into the pot.Suggested donation- $0-$50. Contact Susannah at 716-464-0931, or <carapacefarm@gmail.com> to register.

Around the World Again Camp April 26-30, with Susannah WhitePhilmont Community Center on Summit Lake; For Children 5–12 years old. Once again we will extend our boundaries beyond Philmont and visit 5 new countries. Each day will be a separate country; each will be from a different continent. We will learn about the location and geography of the country, read stories associated with it, prepare and eat their special food, and create art and craft unique to the location.To register contact Susannah: 716-464-0931, or <carapacefarm@gmail.com>.

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Looking Ahead to May

Rudolf Steiner and Our Responsibility to AnimalsThursday, April 28, 7pmA presentation by Douglas Sloan, Professor Emeritus, Columbia University, and author, most recently, of The Redemption of the Animals (SteinerBooks, 2015). At 84 Main Street, Philmont.

First Class Friday, April 28, 7:45 pm Lesson 17. At Camphill Village, Copake; in the Crypt. Call Anke Smeele, 329-7973.

The Hawthorne Valley Singers Spring ConcertSaturday, April 30, 4:00 pmThe Hawthorne Valley singers with Diane Barnes per-form a Spring Concert. Come and enjoy this local choir welcoming the spring. At Camphill Ghent Culture Hall.

Enough Already! Saving the Soul of EducationSaturday April 30, 8:45 am to 5:00 pmTaconic Retreat and Conference Center, Red Hook, NY Please join public and private school educators, parents, researchers, university students and profes-sors, and everyone concerned about the intrusion of government and corporate interests in education, and the rapid push for Common Core standards, data min-ing, digital badges, artificial intelligence mentors, and computer game universes.These trends potentially affect all children and all types of schools: public, private, and home.This event is sponsored by the Avalon Initiative, a col-laborative project of the Research Institute for Waldorf Education and the Hawthorne Valley Center for Social Research. For more information, visit: www.edrenewal.org, or contact Gary Lamb at glamb@thecenterforsoci-alresearch.org or 518-672-4465, ext. 223. Advance regis-tration is required. Early bird discount until April 12.

Curative Education Study GroupFriday, May 6, 7:00 pmWe will finish the book The Child’s Changing Consciousness and Waldorf Education by Rudolf Steiner (Lecture 8), and the questions about eurythmy at the end of the book. This study group meets on the first Friday of the month at the home of Christina and Dr. Basil Williams of 83-7 May Hill Rd, Harlemville. Everyone who is interested in Curative Education or Waldorf Education is invited to participate. For direc-tions or information call 672-4332.

Healing and the Holy Spirit—Working Today out of Consciousness Soul An Inner Work Path Workshop with Lisa RomeroFriday, May 13–Sunday, May 15 At The Nature Institute, Ghent, NY. As humanity evolves so does our relationship to working with health and healing. What is healing today? How can we develop the connec-tion inwardly that supports healing in community and relationships? As we continue into the consciousness soul age we are asked to re-meet these questions, being challenged by our times that cause greater difficulties between people.Contact <innerworkpathusa@gmail.com> or 908-227-0004 for more details and to register.

The Lazarus Project Exhibition Saturday, May 14–Sunday, May 22 Multiple events at various times TBA at Inky Editions print-making studio in Hudson, NY. See <www.freeco-lumbia.org/residency> for more information.

Lemniscate Arts presents “Opening the Realm of New Mystery Drama”

based on Rudolf Steiner’s four Mystery Dramas Two collaborative Readers Theater events:

The Working of the SpiritSaturday, May 14, 10:30 am to 5:30 pmWritten by Michael Burton from an outline of scenes and events by Marke Levene

Anthropos Future DawningSunday, May 15, 10:00 am to 7:30 pmA new mystery drama about Rudolf Steiner’s char-acters in their next incarnation . . . in the not-too-distant future written by Glen Williamson directed by Laurie Portocarrero.

Contribution $15.00 - $45.00 per presentation. For tickets go to www.workingofthespirit.org. Tel: 207-841-4760 Lemniscate Arts, registered 501(c)3. Events held at Fountain Hall, Camphill Village USA 84 Camphill Rd., Copake, NY 12516

Doing Phenomenology in Teaching Science: Performance Art that Evokes InsightMonday, May 23, 7:30 pmA talk by Wilfried Sommer at The Nature Institute. Wilfried Sommer, PhD, is a physicist, physics teacher in Waldorf schools, and Assistant Professor at the School of Education at Alanus University in Germany. Sliding scale fee: $8–$20

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Will We Wake? A Retreat Exploring Inner Work & Meditation in Service of the World(Especially for those 20-35 years old)Friday, May 27–Tuesday, May 31, 2016At Mettabee Farm & Arts, Hillsdale, NYHow do we develop inner freedom? What did we come here to do? How can we meet the events happening in the world? Working with the anthroposophical path of inner development, in this 5-day retreat we will gather, create spaces for dialogue, and engage in prac-tices to support both our inner and outer work. Those beginning an inner practice as well as those who have taken one or many steps on this transforming path are welcome to participate, while individuals between the ages of 20 and 35 are especially encouraged to attend.

The schedule will include daily presentations by Lisa Romero, an adult educator and author on the themes of inner work and meditation, as well as space for individual practice, conversation groups, other presen-tations, artistic work, and more. Other Contributors include: Virginia Hermann (eurythmy), Anthony Mecca (nature/facilitation), Séamus Maynard (speech), Laura Summer (painting), Megan Durney (nature/fa-cilitation), Seth Jordan (facilitation). Thomas O’Keefe (presentation), Meaghan Witri (music), Nathaniel Williams (presentation), Sarah Hearn (supported rest/facilitation). FINANCES: Sliding Scale $250-180. We have some scholarships available on a needs basis. Please email <willwewake@gmail.com>, call 908-227-0004, or visit <www.willwewake.eventbrite.com> for more details and to register..

Thinking of Summer

Tending the Roots of Sustainability: The Signifi-cance of Experience-Based Learning and Our Responsibility to Children and the EarthJune 19 – 25A Summer Intensive for educators with Craig Holdrege and Henrike Holdrege at The Nature Institute. Visit our website for more information (natureinstitute.org)

Alkion Center at Hawthorne Valley 2016 Summer Intensives

Weeks I and II - week long enrollment or individual electives, and tuition reduction for early enrollment. Go to www.alkioncenter.org for details and registration forms, or contact us at 518-672-8002 or info@alkion-center.org. Also online, see about our rolling admission Saturday programs in Foundation Studies and Waldorf Teacher Education

Week I, June 19–24Evolution of Human Consciousness through Art w/ Patrick StolfoAn Introduction to Waldorf Early Childhood Ed.Veil Painting / Eurythmy / Modeling the Human Head in Clay

Week II, June 26–July 1Bringing History to Life and Its Role in the Waldorf Curriculum w/ Karl SchurmanCreative Writing / History Seminar / Nature Stories and Eurythmy for Early Childhood / Metalworking / Painting / Sculpture

Week III, July 3–8Leading with Spirit: The Art of Administration and Leadership in Waldorf Schools, Session III – Administrative Roles and Practices w/ Marti Stewart, Mara White, Christopher Schaefer

SUMMER PAINTING COURSEFree Columbia - Philmont, NY

An investigation of Trees in relation to Rudolf Steiner’s Sketches—a Path for Painters

July 3-8 and July 11-15(These weeks can be taken together, or if this is not possible,separately.)This course will provide an exploration of the colors and movement of the 4th and 5th sketch ( blossoming and fruiting trees and summer trees). We will do much work outside with trees and we will work in many me-dia and use many approaches.Suggested Donation:$0-600 per week (all supplies included)If you prefer it is possible to make a monthly pledge to support Free Columbia rather than making a one-time donation.All of the work at Free Columbia is based on an under-standing of the importance of creating free cultural spaces (free as in freedom), therefore there are no set tuitions. Contact Laura Summer for more information and to register: laurasummer@taconic.net 518-672-7302 www.freecolumbia.org

April 2016(Please see the Events Section for details)

Su M Tu W Th F Sa1Branch Coordinating Group (at RS Library)Talk by J. Cunningham 1

2Easter Festival at the Williams

Community Weaving begins: every Sat. thru May

3First Class

4Singing

5Projective Geometry Course begins

6First Class Study

Bees

7First Class

8Branch Study

First Class

Talk by J. Cunningham 2

9Cupola Paintings: Opening & Talk & Painting Workshop

Meet the Artist

10Painting workshop

11Singing

12 13 14First Class

15Branch Coordinating Group

Talk by J. Cunningham 3

16concert at Camphill Ghent

First Class

17First ClassBasic Exercises

18Singing

19 20Nature Spirits

21 22Soil, Culture, and Human Responsibility

The Magical Strings

Lisa Romero

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Dyeing Indigo

24 25Singing

26World Camp begins

27 28Rudolf Steiner and Our Responsibility to the Animals

First Class

29 30The Hawthorne Valley Singers Spring Concert

Enough Already!

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16Chanticleer is the newsletter of the Berkshire-Taconic Branch of the Anthroposophical Society, and aims to

be a listening ear and a public voice for the Anthroposophical striving in our region, through the publication of articles, announcements, and a calendar of events.

Anthroposophy was once described by its founder, Rudolf Steiner, as follows: It is a path of knowledge, to guide the Spiritual in the human being to the Spiritual in the universe.

It arises in human beings as a need of the heart, of the life of feeling; and it can be justified only inasmuch as it can satisfy this inner need.

We welcome original articles, poetry, reports, commentary, and images that have a relationship to the Anthroposophical work in our region.

Deadline for submissions, including Calendar items, is the 15th of the month prior to the next month of publication.

Submissions and subscription requests should be sent via email to <berkshiretaconicbranch [at] gmail [dot] com>. Calendar items should be sent to both the branch email and Rich Lumma, <richlumma [at] gmail [dot] com>. No email? Please call the editor.Items selected for publication may be edited for style, content, and/or length.

Editor: John Scott Legg, 392-0214 Original Art Work: Ella Lapointe Calendar: Rich Lumma, 392-2012 Treasurer: Caroline Gordon Shipping & Handling: Katy Lince Additional Coordinating Group members: Diane Barnes, John Barnes, Leland Lehrman, Robert Oelhaf, Jordan Walker, Dr. Basil Williams Coordinating Group Meetings are listed in the calendar and anyone interested in the life of our Branch is warmly invited to attend.