Hail and well met, seeker of Faires! For many medieval-fantasy enthusiasts, a visit to a renaissance faire is the result of a convergence of an interest in history and mythology, a personal creative spark, and the drive to bring the vision of the imagination to life. But the faire season seems to flash by, and we find ourselves anxiously awaiting the bud of spring green to herald in the next adventuring season for our inner hero/heroine. But the adventure need not fade with the fall of the las …

For 2012, we are Broadening the Scope of this Ukrainian Meetup Group, to encompass Everyone who has an interest in Ukrainian culture: it's people, history, literature, music, and language. This Meetup Group was started in 2006 by Aleksandra to promote gatherings where people could practice speaking their (native) Ukrainian, but since then, our Membership has grown to encompass American-born Ukrainians who don't speak the language, people from Odessa and eastern Ukraine who only speak (God forbi …

Following the tradition of Gurdjieff, Ouspensky and Collin, The Academy of European Arts and Culture comprised of group of people dedicated to the awakening of the inner higher self: the soul. Founded by the late Irish Philosopher, Mervyn Brady, the academy taught hundreds of people the basic fundamentals of a deeper understanding of one’s interior world. Based upon the work of philosophers, artists, mystics, theologians and scientists throughout the centuries, each has left a legacy that offe …

Going to see a show is good for the soul. Having a moment after to exchange ideas is good for the spirit. Join us for a drink after the performance to intellectualize what we just experienced, both audience and performers will enjoy it: it is good for the heart.