Love Circle: Experience the miracle of your hands. On the first Saturday of every month, Dr Simon Chau and his soulmates call upon energies from the Source and share them with every one who care to come for this supreme enjoyment. Healing of the body, mind and soul good for people from every faith, cultural background and with all kinds of physical/psychological/spiritual conditions. No training in energy healing required, but practitioners of all traditions (Reiki, qigong, etc.) most welcome. 7:30 - 9:15pm, The HK Vegetarian Society, 7th floor, flat G, Cheung Ming Building 80-86 Argyle Street (entrance at Hak Po Street), 5 minutes' walk from either MTR Mongkok Station or KCR Mongkok Station. (Light meal served from 6:30 to 7: 15.) Both the meal and meeting are free. No booking required. Enquiries: Kelvin 8106 3332.

Alternatives to Violence: Free Conflict Resolution Workshop. 3-4 January. In Cantonese. AVP HK Foundation Limited was established to provide experiential workshops developing the understanding of and the ability to resolve conflict without resorting to verbal, mental or physical violence.THE AVP BASIC WORKSHOP is an intensive, two-day learning experience that teaches interpersonal conflict resolution skills through a series of step-by-step processes. These experiences, in small groups and one-to-one interactions, build a sense of community and trust through experiential exercises focusing on: Affirmation, Communication, Co-operation, Community, Creative Conflict Resolution. $200 registration fee. AVP HK Foundation Limited , 302 Hung Kei Building, 5-8 Queen Victoria Street, Central. Tel: 2838 8887. E-mail: avphk@apg-hk.com, Web Site: www.avphk.org

HU Class with Phil Morimitsu HU is an ancient name for God. Phil Morimitsu, the regional ECK Spiritual Aide, will share insights into the ECKANKAR teachings. Time: 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm $33 (coffee / tea will be served after the session) Reflections - Bookshop and Resource Center 21/F Jing Long Commercial Bldg, 52 Tang Lung St Causeway Bay. Tel: 2504-1333, www.reflections.com.hk

Everything is Here in the Now: Meditation and Sharing Evenings Mondays at 7:15pm The purpose of these evenings is to deepen presence within us. Most people live with a constant stream of mental noise, projecting into the future and past. But it is only in the moment that true joy is felt and we can know ourselves. "Presence" arises naturally and effortlessly when we allow each moment to be what it is. During these evenings Marie will guide us into an alert state of presence. Her guidance will help us reach a meditative state, and the energies that are transmitted through her will create a high vibrational field in which we can feel the beginning of a new state of consciousness, free of compulsive thought. In this state great peace is found. $60/person. Reservations necessary. Ring 2810 8694 or email enquire@newageshop.com.hk.

ITEC Dip. in Beauty Specialist and Facial Electrical Treatments Evening class Language: English start Jan 9. Tel: 2523 3398. International Health and Beauty Institute, 19/F Century Square, 1 D'Aguilar Street, Central. Email: ihbi@bsc-spa.com

Spa Hot/Cold Stone Massage Course (Bilingual) - Jan 9 (evening), 10, 11, 10 - 5.30pm. Learn the Hottest Spa treatment with experienced Complementary Therapy Tutor Valerie Demery. Clients rave about the therapeutic results, wellness centers and spas report a surge in business, therapists' careers are prolonged, and repetitive stress injuries are reduced. The experience of a stone treatment can be a profoundly healing. Stones are adaptable to a myriad of uses. Reflexologists, aromatherapists, aestheticians, physical therapists, chiropractors, Oriental body workers, sports and medical massage therapists, even therapists to the Hollywood stars now use stones. Contact ISBC (International Spa and Beauty College), 10 Floor, Silver Fortune Plaza, 1 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong. Tel: 25268818, E-mail: info@isbc.com.hk. Website: www.isbc.com.hk

PrimaSounds Experience PrimaSounds is true "fractal music" which uses chakra resonance and carefully crafted chaotic musical forms" instead of traditional melodies and rhythms. The resulting fractal harmonies stimulate not only the seven energy centres but the entire human energy field (the chi), and helps lead the listener to his or her own strange attractor (their unique essence). PrimaSounds is designed to push the listener from out of left brain, head centred consciousness, into right brain and whole brain awareness centred on the entire body. It is an ideal tool to facilitate relaxation, massage, concentration, energy and body work, guided imagery, and most types of meditation and spiritual practices. Come and experience for yourself this amazing "sound vibration massage". Unforgettable, refreshing, and inspiring. 7:30 - 9:15pm, The HK Vegetarian Society, 7th floor, flat G, Cheung Ming Building 80-86 Argyle Street (entrance at Hak Po Street), 5 minutes' walk from either MTR Mongkok Station or KCR Mongkok Station. (Light meal served from 6:30 to 7: 15.) Both the meal and meeting are free. No booking required. Enquiries: Kelvin 8106 3332.

Alternatives to Violence: Free Conflict Resolution Workshop. 10-11 January. In Cantonese. AVP HK Foundation Limited was established to provide experiential workshops developing the understanding of and the ability to resolve conflict without resorting to verbal, mental or physical violence.THE AVP BASIC WORKSHOP is an intensive, two-day learning experience that teaches interpersonal conflict resolution skills through a series of step-by-step processes. These experiences, in small groups and one-to-one interactions, build a sense of community and trust through experiential exercises focusing on: Affirmation, Communication, Co-operation, Community, Creative Conflict Resolution. $200 registration fee. AVP HK Foundation Limited, 302 Hung Kei Building, 5-8 Queen Victoria Street, Central. Tel: 2838 8887. E-mail: avphk@apg-hk.com, Web Site: www.avphk.org

Inner Beauty Guest Speaker: Maureen Chen, 3.30 - 5.00pm Raja Yoga Centre. 17 Dragon Road. Tel: 2806 3008.

Sekhem Level 1 with Master / Teacher Ruby Ong. Sekhem is an advanced energy healing system. Like Reiki, it is a channeled energy with a higher vibrational level. It is considered to be the origin of all hands-on healing systems, as it was taught in the very early temples of ancient Egypt, Lemuria and Atlantis. Sekhem works on all the physical, mental emotional and subtle spiritual bodies at the same time. Because of its power, thought forms and intention activate it consciously, and the energy can be directed, its intensity controlled and varied at will. Time: 10 am - 5 pm $1,650 Reflections - Bookshop and Resource Center 21/F Jing Long Commercial Bldg, 52 Tang Lung St Causeway Bay. Tel: 2504 1333 www.reflections.com.hk

Alternatives of HK, Does One Need Religion to be Spiritual? Maureen Chen ran the Raja Yoga centre in HK for 21 years and was known for her warmth and practical spirituality. Returning for a brief stay she will talk about the difference between religion and spirituality. The event is moderated by Peter Lloyd and co-organized by the Hong Kong Network of Religion and Peace and the Vegetarian Society of Hong Kong. Light dinner starts at 6:45pm, and talk begins by 7:30-both are free. Venue: The Vegetarian Society of Hong Kong, 7th floor, Cheung Ming Building, 80-86 Argyle Street, Mongkok (entry by Hak Po Street gate)-5 minutes' walk from Mongkok MTR or Mongkok KCR Stations. No reservations required. Talk presented in English, Cantonese interpreting provided. Enquiries Peter 2982 2807. Directions: 8106 3332 Kelvin.

Sekhem Level 2 with Master / Teacher Ruby Ong Time: 10 am - 5 pm Exchange abundance: HK$2,750 Reflections - Bookshop and Resource Center 21/F Jing Long Commercial Bldg, 52 Tang Lung St Causeway Bay. Tel: 2504 1333 www.reflections.com.hk

Everything is Here in the Now: Meditation and Sharing Evenings Mondays at 7:15pm The purpose of these evenings is to deepen presence within us. Most people live with a constant stream of mental noise, projecting into the future and past. But it is only in the moment that true joy is felt and we can know ourselves. "Presence" arises naturally and effortlessly when we allow each moment to be what it is. During these evenings Marie will guide us into an alert state of presence. Her guidance will help us reach a meditative state, and the energies that are transmitted through her will create a high vibrational field in which we can feel the beginning of a new state of consciousness, free of compulsive thought. In this state great peace is found. $60/person. Reservations necessary. Ring 2810 8694 or email enquire@newageshop.com.hk.

Huna - Hawaiian Massage Course - Jan 12, 14, 19 and 20 from 2 - 6pm. Hawaiian massage, often called Lomi Lomi, is the practical application of the Huna philosophy brought through the hands into massage. Through loving hands and an open heart the therapist brings joy, flow, and nurturing to their client, facilitating renewal and change. The massage is like riding the waves of Maui, guiding, flowing, often coming to a crescendo of rhythm, of going with the flow and letting go. Cantonese translation available. Contact ISBC (International Spa and Beauty College), 10 Floor, Silver Fortune Plaza, 1 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong. Tel: 25268818, E-mail: info@isbc.com.hk. Website: www.isbc.com.hk

ITEC Dip. in Beauty Specialist and Facial Electrical Treatments Evening class Language: Cantonese start Jan 14. Tel: 2523 3398. International Health and Beauty Institute, 19/F Century Square, 1 D'Aguilar Street, Central. Email: ihbi@bsc-spa.com

ITEC Dip in Sport Massage Evening class Language: English start Jan 14 *entry requirement: Anatomy, Physiology and Body Massage Dip or Holistic Massage Dip.Tel: 2523 3398. International Health and Beauty Institute, 19/F Century Square, 1 D'Aguilar Street, Central. Email: ihbi@bsc-spa.com

Mandala Coloring Session Mandala symbolizes wholeness. It is a tool for centering, calming and focusing the mind. Come join us in a Mandala coloring session to find inner peace, balance and harmony. Time: 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm $33 Reflections - Bookshop and Resource Center 21/F Jing Long Commercial Bldg, 52 Tang Lung St Causeway Bay. Tel: 2504 1333 www.reflections.com.hk

3rd Holistic Health Open Day Jan 17-18, 2004 Saturday and Sunday 11- 6 pm Sheung Civic Centre, 345 Queen's Road central. Body, Mind and Spirit: booths, demonstration, talks. Interactive aura photos, tarot cards, organic products, organic farming at home, balancing emotion by flower essence, aromatherapy, homeopathy, reflexology,, colon-hydrotherapy, quantum healthcare, air and water purification, Chinese tea art, Japanese flower Zen (Sogetsu Ikebana), pottery art, herbs, qigong, Judo, , massage, meditation, NLP, nurtrition, weight loss, space healer, Agaricus Blazei Murill mushroom, lympathic massage, physical fitness and beauty. The event is organized by the Academy of Motivation and sponsored by The Vegetarian Society of Hong Kong, Teak (the Path to Vitality) and Health Plus. Talk of selected topics (Cantonese) on 5/F, 2-6 p.m., and exhibition on the 6/F, admission free. For enquiries, please call 2802-6870 or 9313-3495.

Alternatives to Violence: Free Conflict Resolution Workshop. 17-18 January. In English. AVP HK Foundation Limited was established to provide experiential workshops developing the understanding of and the ability to resolve conflict without resorting to verbal, mental or physical violence.THE AVP BASIC WORKSHOP is an intensive, two-day learning experience that teaches interpersonal conflict resolution skills through a series of step-by-step processes. These experiences, in small groups and one-to-one interactions, build a sense of community and trust through experiential exercises focusing on: Affirmation, Communication, Co-operation, Community, Creative Conflict Resolution. $200 registration fee. AVP HK Foundation Limited, 302 Hung Kei Building, 5-8 Queen Victoria Street, Central. Tel: 2838 8887. E-mail: avphk@apg-hk.com, Web Site: www.avphk.org

Special Programme: Experiencing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary Understanding the history of the Brahma Kumaris and the practical examples of Brahma Baba and the Dadi's , 3.00 - 5.00pm Raja Yoga Centre. 17 Dragon Road. Tel: 2806 3008.

Sekhem Level 1 with Master / Teacher Ruby Ong. Sekhem is an advanced energy healing system. Like Reiki, it is a channeled energy with a higher vibrational level. It is considered to be the origin of all hands-on healing systems, as it was taught in the very early temples of ancient Egypt, Lemuria and Atlantis. Sekhem works on all the physical, mental emotional and subtle spiritual bodies at the same time. Because of its power, thought forms and intention activate it consciously, and the energy can be directed, its intensity controlled and varied at will. Time: 10 am - 5 pm $1,650

Meditation in the Woods. Enjoy the wind, the birds, the trees and flowers and the stream in silence. Spiritual and physical cleansing, free of charge. Yoga, qigong, guided meditations, massaging, pranic healing, and life music. Sharings and a 2-hour solitude experience in superb energy. This Sunday outing to the Kadoori Farm in the New Territories is organized by the Vegetarian Society of Hong Kong and led by Dr Simon Chau, and takes place during the cooler months on every third Sunday of the week. Bring your own lunch (vegetarian), drinking water, a hat, and a mat to sit on the ground. Fasting is recommended. Good value organic produce and plants sold in the farm (but no food). No booking required. No fees. Just turn up in good spirits punctually at 11 am. at the booking office of the KCR Tai Wo Station. Back to the city before 6pm. Event cancelled if weather not permitting. Enquiries: Kelvin 8106 3332.

Brahma Baba's day A day of silence starting from 4.00am Raja Yoga Centre. 17 Dragon Road. Tel: 2806 3008.

Sekhem Level 2 with Master / Teacher Ruby Ong Time: 10 am - 5 pm Exchange abundance: HK$2,750 Reflections - Bookshop and Resource Center 21/F Jing Long Commercial Bldg, 52 Tang Lung St Causeway Bay. Tel: 2504 1333 www.reflections.com.hk

3rd Holistic Health Open Day Jan 17-18, 2004 Saturday and Sunday 11- 6 pm Sheung Civic Centre, 345 Queen's Road central. Body, Mind and Spirit: booths, demonstration, talks. Interactive aura photos, tarot cards, organic products, organic farming at home, balancing emotion by flower essence, aromatherapy, homeopathy, reflexology,, colon-hydrotherapy, quantum healthcare, air and water purification, Chinese tea art, Japanese flower Zen (Sogetsu Ikebana), pottery art, herbs, qigong, Judo, , massage, meditation, NLP, nurtrition, weight loss, space healer, Agaricus Blazei Murill mushroom, lympathic massage, physical fitness and beauty. The event is organized by the Academy of Motivation and sponsored by The Vegetarian Society of Hong Kong, Teak (the Path to Vitality) and Health Plus. Talk of selected topics (Cantonese) on 5/F, 2-6 p.m., and exhibition on the 6/F, admission free. For enquiries, please call 2802-6870 or 9313-3495.

Sacred Circle. Join us in this bi-monthly meditation circle for peace, calm and enlightenment. As we welcome in the Year of the Monkey, the topic for this inspirational evening is: Keeping Our Life Ever New Facilitator: Brahmacharini Nishita, Chinmaya Foundation Time: 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm $33 (coffee and tea will be served after the session) Reflections - Bookshop and Resource Center 21/F Jing Long Commercial Bldg, 52 Tang Lung St Causeway Bay. Tel: 2504 1333 www.reflections.com.hk

Everything is Here in the Now: Meditation and Sharing Evenings Mondays at 7:15pm The purpose of these evenings is to deepen presence within us. Most people live with a constant stream of mental noise, projecting into the future and past. But it is only in the moment that true joy is felt and we can know ourselves. "Presence" arises naturally and effortlessly when we allow each moment to be what it is. During these evenings Marie will guide us into an alert state of presence. Her guidance will help us reach a meditative state, and the energies that are transmitted through her will create a high vibrational field in which we can feel the beginning of a new state of consciousness, free of compulsive thought. In this state great peace is found. $60/person. Reservations necessary. Ring 2810 8694 or email enquire@newageshop.com.hk.

Cheryl Preston, Reiki Master is offering a Guided Meditation Series on The Living Light of Chakras till Feb 6. She will begin an exploration into the Chakra System with each week focusing on important aspects of the body's energetic chakras and how they relate to our health and well-being. Mondays or Fridays lunchtime 12.45 - 2:00. $250 includes lecture, meditation and refreshments. Reservations: Holistic Healthcare Practice 2523-8360 16/F, Hing Wai Building 36 Queen's Road Central Email: drsjasso@netvigator.com

Are you an anxious personality? Depressed? Negative Thinker? Learn Life Management course. Learn specially designed Life Management course. A must for making life more positive, confident, fulfilling and harmonious. And achieve physical fitness, mental and emotional stability. More than a thousand have benefited, why not you! Next course starts on Mon 3rd November. Mon & Wed 7pm-8.30pm Tues & Thurs 9.30-11.30am Cost is HK$ 1250 for 15 sessions. Life Management Yoga Centre, (a non-profit, traditional yoga school) 35 Kimberly Road, 11 Kimberly House, TST Tel no: 2762 2246 Website: www.yoga.org.hk

Paul Six, an international astrologer with 22 years of experience, offers astrological services with interactive or written readings that provide a clear and focused understanding of your life path and purpose - past, present and future. Having given over 10,000 readings, conducted over 700 astrology workshops and written hundreds of astrological reports for clients ranging from newborns to top business executives, Paul works in health centres, schools, spiritual communities, fairs and festivals, spas, resorts and various businesses in 11 countries and 60 locations. He is available for private readings from 26th January to 7th February 2004 at Zama. Get your charts done for 2004! Book early! Tel. 2852 6400.

Everything is Here in the Now: Meditation and Sharing Evenings Mondays at 7:15pm The purpose of these evenings is to deepen presence within us. Most people live with a constant stream of mental noise, projecting into the future and past. But it is only in the moment that true joy is felt and we can know ourselves. "Presence" arises naturally and effortlessly when we allow each moment to be what it is. During these evenings Marie will guide us into an alert state of presence. Her guidance will help us reach a meditative state, and the energies that are transmitted through her will create a high vibrational field in which we can feel the beginning of a new state of consciousness, free of compulsive thought. In this state great peace is found. $60/person. Reservations necessary. Ring 2810 8694 or email enquire@newageshop.com.hk.

Reflexology Course - Jan 26, 27, Feb 2 and 3, from 2 - 5pm. Reflexology is an ancient skill that uses a compression technique on the feet to influence the entire body. Learn to understand the feet, so that you can evaluate the body's vitality, improve ill health, and maintain stamina and vigour. Learn "pain free" Reflexology from Valerie Demery either for family and friends or as a professional. Translation available for Cantonese speakers. Diploma Courses also available. Contact ISBC (International Spa and Beauty College), 10 Floor, Silver Fortune Plaza, 1 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong. Tel: 25268818, E-mail: info@isbc.com.hk. Website: www.isbc.com.hk

Cheryl Preston, Reiki Master is offering a Guided Meditation Series on The Living Light of Chakras till Feb 6. She will begin an exploration into the Chakra System with each week focusing on important aspects of the body's energetic chakras and how they relate to our health and well-being. Mondays or Fridays lunchtime 12.45 - 2:00. $250 includes lecture, meditation and refreshments. Reservations: Holistic Healthcare Practice 2523-8360 16/F, Hing Wai Building 36 Queen's Road Central Email: drsjasso@netvigator.com

Professional Make-up Course Tutor: Sara Thompson Language: English with translation Jan 27- Jan 30. Tel: 2523 3398. International Health and Beauty Institute, 19/F Century Square, 1 D'Aguilar Street, Central. Email: ihbi@bsc-spa.com

NHA Talk: The Healing Power of Anger Presented in English by Selena Wright The challenge of anger is at the heart of our struggle to achieve intimacy, self-esteem, health and joy. Because anger is associated with negative or violent behavior, most people have difficulty admitting their negative feelings and frustrations. We learn that anger is not okay so we try to get rid of it as quickly as possible, either by dumping it or repressing it. Anger kept inside creates tension, and over time can contribute to a variety of illnesses from headaches and backaches to ulcers and arthritis to depression, cancer and heart attacks. 7.00 - 9.30pm Recital Hall 8th Floor, High Block City Hall No need to book! Enq: 8208 0629 Members Free Non Members $40 donation invited

Reiki Courses - Reiki Level 1 Course - January 29, February 5 and 12, from 7 - 10pm. Reiki is a very simple and safe energy healing system. Reiki can be used for all occasions; yourself, family, friends, or for professional therapists, for any situations that would benefit from extra energy to aid in healing. Your tutor, Valerie Demery, is a very caring professional who teaches to high standards. Reiki Master Course - Every Monday evening for 5 weeks starting 12 January, 7 - 10 pm. Open to Reiki Level 2 practitioners. Cantonese Translation available. Contact ISBC (International Spa and Beauty College), 10 Floor, Silver Fortune Plaza, 1 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong. Tel: 25268818, E-mail: info@isbc.com.hk. Website: www.isbc.com.hk

Midnight at the Oasis - 3 Nights Only - January 29th, 30th and 31st at 8pm. An exotic Middle Eastern Dance performance, to tantalise your senses and immortalise the passionate essence of the oriental. Surrender your soul to the mystical allure of Belly Dance - a synergetic creation of tradition, culture and creative fusion. Supported by the soulful voice of Wael el Masry (Egypt).
Fringe Studio Theatre, 2 Lower Albert Rd, Central ph: 2521 7251.
Tickets: $150, $120 (Members, Students, Senior Citizens, Disabled). Or buy tickets through HK Ticketing ph: 3128 8288

Paul Six Introductory Astrology Night Come to Paul's Free Introductory Evening from 7 to 8.30pm, where Paul be talking about the development of his work and offer mini-readings as a demonstration. He will also offer a forecast of the future. Kindly reserve your place at Zama 2850 6400 as seats are limited.

Cheryl Preston, Reiki Master is offering a Guided Meditation Series on The Living Light of Chakras till Feb 6. She will begin an exploration into the Chakra System with each week focusing on important aspects of the body's energetic chakras and how they relate to our health and well-being. Mondays or Fridays lunchtime 12.45 - 2:00. $250 includes lecture, meditation and refreshments. Reservations: Holistic Healthcare Practice 2523-8360 16/F, Hing Wai Building 36 Queen's Road Central Email: drsjasso@netvigator.com

Midnight at the Oasis - At 8pm in the Fringe Studio Theatre. Please refer to the entry of January the 29th (above) for more details.

Interfaith Dialogue: Life Changes How do you cope with sudden illnesses, deaths, divorces, or other unplanned crises? The old saying that 'if you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans' points us to the reality that everything is impermanent. How do we live our lives with a heightened awareness of change and of what we really want to live and 'do' in this world. Speakers: Bhakti Tirtha Swami, Swami Vidyanand, Vijay Bhat, Linda Fancy. 7.30 - 9.15 p.m. The HK Vegetarian Society, 7th floor, flat G, Cheung Ming Building 80-86 Argyle Street (entrance at Hak Po Street), 5 minutes' walk from either MTR Mongkok Station or KCR Mongkok Station. Moderator: Peter Lloyd. Interpreters: Dr Simon Chau and Dr Chapman Chan. This series of dialogues, held very last Saturday of the month in English is being co-organised by the HKNRP and the HK Vegetarian Society to promote peace at both a local and worldwide level on the basis of spiritual co-operation and common service. Light meal served from 6:30 to 7:15. Both meal and meeting are free of charge. Simultaneous interpretation is available in Cantonese. Enquiries: call Peter 2982 2807. For venue direction, call Kelvin 8106 3332.

Men's Yoga Workshop (All Levels), 2-5pm $400, Booking essential. Yogasana 3/F Century Court, 239 Jaffe Road, Wanchai, Tel: 2511 8892 Website: www.yogasana.com.hk

Midnight at the Oasis - At 8pm in the Fringe Studio Theatre. Please refer to the entry of January the 29th (above) for more details.

Learn the Ropes, Iyengar Style: A Sunday Yoga Workshop at The Celestial Wishing Tree Studio, on Sunday, February 1, from 2:00 - 4:00pm with Linda Shevloff. Guruji BKS Iyengar has mastered the use of wall ropes in yoga classes to teach students movements and openings in the body that are difficult to achieve or maintain without them. They are very helpful in releasing the spine and even those who are unable to do a classical headstand can experience bringing the body into a fully inverted position without putting weight on the head. This All Levels Class is Open to students who have completed Beginners or Level I yoga. $250. Pre-register by phone 2541 0401, or e mail linda@yoga-hongkong.com Check the web www.yoga-hongkong.com

The Investment That Never Fails: Lecture by His Holiness Bhakti-Tirtha Swami, kirtan by ISKCON. Join world renowned author, philosopher and spiritual mentor Bhakti-Tirtha Swami on his second visit to Hong Kong as he talks about the inner disciplines of yoga. Time: 2:30 - 5:30 pm at the Regency Room 3, 3/F,  Hyatt Regency Hotel, Tsim Sha Tsui. Ticket price: HK$100 each. Tickets available at ISKCON Hong Kong. Lecture title refers to Henry David Thoreau's classic work, Walden, where it says: "Goodness is the only investment that never fails". For more information on Swamiji's work: www.ifast.net

Cheryl Preston, Reiki Master is offering a Guided Meditation Series on The Living Light of Chakras till Feb 6. She will begin an exploration into the Chakra System with each week focusing on important aspects of the body's energetic chakras and how they relate to our health and well-being. Mondays or Fridays lunchtime 12.45 - 2:00. $250 includes lecture, meditation and refreshments. Reservations: Holistic Healthcare Practice 2523-8360 16/F, Hing Wai Building 36 Queen's Road Central Email: drsjasso@netvigator.com

Morning Class and Evening Kirtan at ISKCON Hong Kong - Morning class on the Srimad Bhagavatam, at 7:15am. Evening Seminar, Ecstatic kirtan 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Paul Six's Astrology Workshop The Human Body is a constellation of fields of energy. Astrology is the study of these subtle energies. It provides a language through which we can communicate the nature of our energy endowment. During the four-hour workshop, Paul will teach you how to draw your own birth chart, interpret each component of your chart and learn about its potential. This will deepen and strengthen your connection to Spirit and develop a greater awareness of your place and purpose in the Universe. Book now for this workshop and learn about your self! Saturday 7th February, $500. Places are limited. Call Zama at 2850 6400.

Love Circle : Experience the miracle of your hands On the first Saturday of every month, Dr Simon Chau and his soulmates call upon energies from the Source and share them with every one who care to come for this supreme enjoyment. Healing of the body, mind and soul good for people from every faith, cultural background and with all kinds of physical/psychological/spiritual conditions. No training in energy healing required, but practitioners of all traditions (Reiki, qigong, etc.) most welcome. 7:30 - 9:15pm, The HK Vegetarian Society, 7th floor, flat G, Cheung Ming Building 80-86 Argyle Street (entrance at Hak Po Street), 5 minutes' walk from either MTR Mongkok Station or KCR Mongkok Station. (Light meal served from 6:30 to 7: 15.) Both the meal and meeting are free. No booking required. Enquiries: Kelvin 8106 3332 .

Free talk by Dilshad Shroff on The Importance of Balancing your Chakras (the energy centres of your body) for mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. 4.30 - 5.30 pm at the Matilda Hospital. Website: www.chakra-meditation.faithweb.com <http://www.chakra-meditation.faithweb.com> Tel: 91094980

Cranio Sacral Therapy - beginners and advanced training. Jim Green will be returning to teach CST 1 & 2, prerequisites for CST Pediatrics. Mr. Greene comes with 12 yrs. experience as a practicioners and instructor for the Upledger Institute, USA. CST was developed by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, MD and has been in practice for over 70 years. This gentle technique to manipulate the bones and soft tissue is used to restore balance to the bodies systems. Valuable in treating back and neck pain, headaches, sports injures infantile disorders such as colic, neurovascular and immune disorders. CST 2 - Feb 12-15 2004, 9am to 5:30pm Advanced training and pediatric protocol for ages birth to 8 yrs of age Contact Caroline Rhodes, physiotherapist 2121-1402 or email info@bodycentralhk.com Cost $3800 per course

Improve your breathing with Buteyko's method Dramatically improve health and well being - especially effective for asthma, allergies, fatigue, rhinitis, stress, sleep and anxiety disorders as well as immune function enhancement (SARS-buster!). Senior practitioner Jac Vidgen will be in HK again for lectures, workshops and private consultations (Nov.24-Dec.18). Free Introductory lecture. 8-10pm - Methodist Centre, 7/F, East Town Bidg., 41 Lockhart Rd., Wanchai. Workshops to follow on Feb.24, 25, 26, Mar.1, 4 (Weekdays: 6.30-8.30pm; Weekends: 4-6pm).Web: www.buteykoasia.com, Email: jacvid@attglobal.net, HK mobile: 9378 5185.

Brugh Joy Returns to Hong Kong with a weekend seminar and two 7-days Macau residentials. Author of the transformational book Joy's Way. After his sold-out weekend seminar in HK two years ago, the grandmaster of Heart-centred Transformation once again takes us into the deeper layers of our Being and focuses on various aspects of healing. June 4-6 Weekend "Healing into Wholeness", Personal Transformation Through the Mystery of Healing. Park Lane Hotel, Causeway Bay. For inquiries on all events, please contact Regina at (852) 9868-7903 or Fiona at (852) 9866-6550. Email: chancohk@pacific.net.hk.