5:00 pm - Art Gallery Opening and Artist Reception

In conjunction with Fayetteville's First Thursdays Gallery Walk, we are delighted to open the 2010 Goddess Festival Art Gallery with a reception for the many artists who have participated in this remarkable and inspiring show. Everyone is invited to attend.

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7:00 pm - Women's Songwriter Circle.

Women singer songwriters Tiffany Christopher, Jori Costello, Darlene, Emily Kaitz, and Candy Lee come together to share their stories and passion for performing. Women, music, harmony with the vibrations of mother earth, performing their songs in turn, and backing one another up ... No one walks this journey alone, I've got your back, Sister. Concert Admission: $5 http://www.tcband.net/

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9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Money and the Goddess

Presented by Lynda Campbell. I invite ordinary women, aka Goddesses, to begin their own personal "Money Journal," a space in which to explore their relationship with money. In the past year I have been keeping such a journal and, especially through collage, have begun to demystify the subject for myself. I am happy to share this journal with participants. Women only, please.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing lynca1732@yahoo.com. Fees: $10 due at workshop. Location: Gallery Room. Supplies To Bring: A journal, any art supplies and any collage materials you wish. I will provide some scissors, glue sticks and other supplies for collage.

Presenter Info: I am a lifelong journaler and I rely on my journals for guidance, insight and play. I have led small art journal workshops and love to interact with participants as they make discoveries while creating their journals. At last year's Goddess Festival I led "The Goddess Letters" workshop. At the time I had the idea of beginning the current money journal. When I began it I was experiencing the familiar fear of not having enough money. I was also dismayed at the worldwide financial crisis. In making the journal, my perspective is shifting. I have a deeper than ever sense of the interconnectedness of people throughout the world. I believe that it is up to us women to change the economic direction. The greatest benefit to me personally is that my relationship with money is evolving - with less anxiety, greater trust and more gratitude for my own abundance.

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9:00 am - 11:00 am - Herbal Salve Making

Presented by Cynthia Huelsmann. Learn to make a simple and natural salve/lotion using local herbs/weeds and beeswax. We will go through the whole process step by step, and each participant will get a container of salve to take home with them. You will know exactly what is in it and it will all be natural.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing cynhuel@gmail.com. Fees: $10 due at workshop. Location: North Window. Presenter Info: I am a lifelong student of herbal medicine. I have attended many workshops on Herbal Medicine and continue to study and experiment on my own with the guidance of nature all around me. I love working with the simple weeds that grow around me.

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1:00 - 5:00 pm - Practical Palmistry

Presented by David Walker. The presentation will be a fun and informative overview of palmistry. David will be discussing many of his own important discoveries in this field. You will also learn about basic structural considerations in relation to understanding personality types, genetic transfer patterns and health implications of the hands. David will discuss the history and present state of palmistry, the misconceptions, superstitions and stereotyping of this virtually untapped aid to self empowerment and medical evaluation. This presentation is a rare opportunity for understanding the knowledge and basic principles behind the art/science. Included will be a full question and answer period. Presentation is one hour followed by palm readings by appointment.

Participant Notes: Preregistration not required but appreciated by emailing pawreader@gmail.com. Fees: None for the presentation. David Walker will be available for private readings immediately following the presentation, and also at scheduled times and by appointment throughout the Goddess Festival. Cost is $48.00 for an hour reading. This includes a recording of the session on a CD. Family rates are available. Location: Gallery Room.

Presenter Info: David Walker began studying Palmistry at the age of 17, influenced by a friend's father, a hand surgeon, who was interested in the medical implications of different hand types. Eventually over the years Mr. Walker also became fascinated by the accuracy of health-related signals. At 19 he even took a job at a psychiatric ward and covertly studied the patients. Walker specializes in counseling whole families by informing them of their strengths and weaknesses inherent in their individualities. In his practice he has had the opportunity to advise many famous individuals including: Alice Walker (the writer), Jessica Nicholson (Jack's daughter) , John Sharffenberger (founder of Sharffenberger Cellars wine and chocolate) and Carlos Castena's personal healer (The book Fire From Within was dedicated to him).

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - The journey begins with Gender Rebels

Presented by GenderQueer Book Club. A captivating documentary exploring the lives of three biological females who reject the conventional concepts of gender and see themselves not as female or male, but as something in between. A discussion will follow the film, led by GenderQueer Book Club. GenderQueer Book Club is open to everyone and meets once monthly to discuss works of nonfiction that challenge the model of binary gender.

Location: Main Stage. Presenter Info: GenderQueer Book Club feel they have something to contribute and share about the journey they are taking.

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1:00-3:00 pm - Creating a Clay Goddess

Presented by Nancy McShane. Through the ages people have made small representations of the Goddess to use as an object of worship, meditation or decoration. We will use clay to make small goddesses which can be taken home and baked in the oven and turned into an altar decoration, a refrigerator magnet or a charm for a necklace.

Participation Notes: Limit of 15 people. Preregister by emailing nancy.mcshane@att.net. Location: North Window. Ages four and up. Fees: $3 due at workshop. Presenter Info: I have presented crafting classes to children at the public library in Springfield, MO, when I was working as a children's library assistant.

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3:00 - 5:00 pm - Drumming up the Primal Goddess of Rhythm

Presented by Lorna Trigg. Early history shows that Women were the first Drummers. Clay figures of the Goddess excavated around Catal Huyuk from 5600 BC are holding frame drums. Drumming establishes a link between Spirituality and Healing. This interactive Drumming workshop will introduce hand techniques to help connect to the voice of the drum and the natural rhythms of the heart. Frame or Hoop drums as well as Doumbeks are suggested. We will be standing, walking and moving with our drums, so you should be able to hold your drum.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing fireomerth@aol.com. Should you need a drum to use, I will have my hand built drums available. You will need to pre-register to book your drum for use during the workshop. Fees: $10 due at workshop. Location: Open Floor.

Presenter Info: Lorna Trigg Hirsch is a Clan Mother, Drummer, Drum Builder and Dancer. Born and raised in South Africa, she worked with and studied dance and drumming with the indigenous people of her home. In 1988 she immigrated to the USA and was introduced to Frame Drumming through a workshop with Lane Redmond. Already invested in indigenous Women's ceremony, the Frame Drum and later the Ceramic Doumbek styles of playing and ceremonial use captured her attention. Lorna has been handcrafting both Frame and Doumbek style drums for over ten years. She teaches classes in "how to find the voice of the drum" and Bellyogachi, a combination of Yoga, Tai Chi and Bellydance, all "core" movements. Her Women's Full Moon circles bring Women together to share stories, songs and connection to our ancestors, the Goddesses whose shoulders we stand on.

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7:00 pm - TerraNova Tribal Belly Dance

TerraNova Tribal is a tribal belly dance troupe based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. TerraNova Tribal was founded in 2009 by members Datura, Rhiannon, and Lulu. The founding members brought with them a diverse dance background and a passionate drive for creative expression. Performing with TerraNova are Udit, director of Rogue Infusion Bellydance, Chamisa Wheeler and Pharanda Cole with Essence of Art Academy, Darlene and her mad multicultural vocals, Darius & the Lokjaw Crew, Eric Ableitner, new to the love of dance, and a special ensemble of drummers.

Join TerraNova Tribal and friends as they celebrate the Divine Feminine with an evening of dance and music. Performances will span styles ranging from Belly dance, African, Hip Hop, and Free Style! www.terranovatribal.com

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9:00 am - 11:00 - Her-Story: Revealing your story in a circle of womyn

Presented by Esyule Gamache/Spinsterhaven. Using one topic, we will go around the circle and tell a part of our lives, offered as a window into an important part of our lives. Womyn often don't regard their lives as 'important' or valid, but when we speak of our stories, it acts to inspire and yields hidden wisdom to others. This is an ancient way of extending ourselves to our "tribe." Women only Please.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing esyule@yahoo.com. Location: Gallery Room. Presenter Info: Esyule has been offering workshops on aspects of the feminine since 1989. Through developing lodges for various stages of womanhood, especially the crone lodge, Esyule has discovered the immense importance of telling stories in a group.

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10:00 - 11:00 am - The New Solution To Accelerated Weight Loss

Presented by Marla Roberds. Learn how cleansing programs can remove toxins in order to lose and keep off excess weight, balance body chemistry and reduce the risks of degenerative diseases caused by toxins in the body. Age 12 and up please. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing MarlaR2656@aol.com. Location: Main Stage.

Presenter Info: Marla Roberds, CA is the office manager at Roberds Wellness and Pain Relief, running day to day administrative details. She is trained in Myofascial Work, Foot Orthotics, is the Cleansing Director and manages the Weight Loss programs. She has over 27 years experience assisting and educating patients, as well as doctors and their staff. Married to Dr. Roberds since 1979, she is the proud mother of Jennifer, Claire and Ben and grandmother to Ethan and Sam.

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12:00 - 2:00 pm - What's Biofeedback and What's It Good For?

Presented by Janie Schumann. Janie Schumann will discuss how the newest biofeedback devices work and are able to determine and relieve the underlying cause of stress that is causing the lack of wellness. Stress is a major cause of disease and once addressed the body is remarkable at healing itself. She will bring her biofeedback device, so all will be able to see the how it is used and applied. Location: Main Stage.

Presenter Info: Janie Schumann, CBT has been a Certified Biofeedback Therapist for six years and is in private practice in Fayetteville, AR. She travels all over to see clients. Janie works with young children, adults with unknown issues needing to be addressed, pain, anxiety, lack of energy, overall stress on the body and more. Janie was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and was suffering from pain, numbness, lack of energy and depression. Her biofeedback device was able to access the underlying causes of stress and life has changed for the better. Janie has worked with hundreds of clients to bring wellness back into their lives.

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12:00 - 4:00 pm - Paint the Goddess with Watercolor

Presented by Cedar Kindy. We will paint a night or day sky (background) using the bullseye watercolor technique, then paint over that a goddess image or symbol each womyn has chosen at the beginning of the class. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing cedarwillowmoon@yahoo.com. Fees: $25 due at workshop. Location: North Window. Presenter Info: I have been painting in watercolor for over 30 years.

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2:00 - 4:00 pm - Awakening the Self

Presented by Starr Austin. Spiritual wholeness depends on awakening from the sleep-walk taught by the outer culture. We will learn powerful tools from the Anderson Feri tradition of witchcraft to revitalize our energy and help us move into the present. Through presence and awareness, we can begin the journey of healing and wholeness. Adults only please.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing saustin@nwacc.edu. Location: Gallery Room. Presenter Info: Starr Austin is a student of T. Thorn Coyle and has studied a variety of witchcraft and Goddess traditions. Julie Jeannene has studied the Craft for over 20 years. Supplies to bring with you: Please bring a cup and a journal.

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3:00 - 4:00 pm - Vocal Play

Presented by Jori Costello. Voices ONLY! Come join other voices as we ohm, croon and harmonize with syllables and melodies in a playful, magical atmosphere. Voices ONLY - no drums or other instruments. *This workshop may be audio recorded* Location: Main Stage. Presenter Info: Vocalist! Playmate. Bandmate. I like play dates. I like to sing and think everyone should sing cuz when you sing, you smile!

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7:00 pm - The OMNI Center First Sunday Open Mic for Peace

Hear local poets, musicians, and others passionate about peace on the planet. Please, bring a song, poem, or story to share. Hosted by the amazing Jori Costello, local musician, long-time peace activist, and charming MC.

Omni Center for Peace, Justice & Ecology is a grassroots group based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, a high growth, high-energy area that has a history of alternative viewpoints, a highly diverse population, and a value for learning. Omni people reflect the values of our culture, but we also look beyond values of the past to envision a future that works better for everybody. We're a learning community focused on finding ways to build a culture of peace in an earth restored. You're welcome to join us. There's room for you in the culture of peace. http://omnicenter.org/

The OMNI Center for Peace, Justice, and Ecology is proud to be the official sponsor of The 2010 Goddess Festival: The Journey Continues.

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6:30 - 8:00 pm - Singing in Sacred Circle

Presented by Cynthia Huelsmann. There are many chants that relate to the Divine Feminine, the Goddess in her many forms, and to her place in the web of life. Singing in community brings a level of connection and joy that is hard to explain. The repetitive singing of simple chants allows an opening and connection to spirit that we often miss in our busy modern lives. Location: Open Floor.

Presenter Info: I have been chanting for over 30 years. I have attended many workshops and conferences including singing with Kay Gardner at Michfest for many years and with Woman with Wings both in Michigan and Bangor, Maine since Kay's passing in 2002. I have also attended workshops and sang with Starhawk, Ruth Barrett, Judy Piazza, Robert Gass, and Margot Adler. I have led several singing Circles at the Midwest Wimmins Music Fest, the Spinsterhaven spring gathering, and last year's Goddess Festival. Last year's workshop led to an ongoing singing circle in Fayetteville, and the group will be part of this circle.

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6:30 pm - East Coast Swing Dance class - $15 per person

A social partner dance originating from Lindy Hop, it's easy to learn and looks great on the dance floor. The East Coast Swing was originally done to the hip new Big Band music of the 30s and 40s era. However, a variety of music tempos such as Disco, R&B, Blues, and Pop will be used during these classes - all of which are useful in nightclubs and other social events. This is a basic class designed for the beginner and provides a solid foundation for future dance education. This class is all inclusive - open to diverse couples and the public.

Elayne, owner of The Art of Social Dancing and idance®, travels extensively to study with renowned professionals from NYC's Broadway to Buenos Aires' barrios. She has developed her skill and knowledge with celebrated dancers across the globe. Although specializing in Argentine Tango, Elayne's training in many dance forms allows her the versatility to teach a wide variety of dances. She has toured Italy, France, Ireland, Norway and across the U.S. In Northwest Arkansas, Elayne's participation in festivals, fundraisers, organizations, schools and theaters has earned her a solid reputation as one who teaches with clarity and enthusiasm. Elayne motivates students to exceed their expectations and strives to bring social dancing into the mainstream of American culture. Website: www.elaynesdance.com, and find us on Facebook at "idance nwa".

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5:00 pm - Walk the Labyrinth

An indoor, canvas Labyrinth, background music, and an informational handout on the Labyrinth, resources, and locations of Labyrinths in the area will be available. The labyrinth is an ancient symbol that has been used as a healing walk since the goddess times. This sacred tool allows travelers to explore their own personal journey towards enlightenment.

Labyrinth Facilitators: Linda Flores: "For me, walking the Labyrinth brings clarity, insight, and peace. A Labyrinth represents a journey into our deepest selves - it is a metaphor for life. When I am in the Labyrinth, I know that I am in Sacred space." Robert Pressman - artist, musician, Labyrinth devotee...and Linda's roadie.

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6:30 pm - Sacred Healing Chant

In this experiential, interactive event you will learn how to use sound to free your spirit, to vibrate your body in a healthy way, and to find the most direct pathway to your heart. Sound is the most primal creative force of the universe. As you use sound in a sacred way, illumination of consciousness occurs. No experience necessary. Chants from multiple traditions will be utilized.

Rebekah Clark, MT-BC, LMT - a Board Certified Music Therapist and a Sound Healer trained in classical healing and shamanic traditions. Rebekah is also a Massage Therapist, State Licensed and Nationally Certified. She has presented workshops for numerous organizations and facilitates group energy attunement sessions using sound. She uses singing bowls, drum, voice, harmonium and more. Rebekah currently resides in Eureka Springs, AR. http://www.fireomearth.com/imagomassage.htm

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7:00 pm - Festival CD Release Party

The Music Committee of the 2010 Goddess Festival proudly presents the incredible, uplifting 2010 Goddess Festival CD: "The Journey Continues". This CD Release Party features live performances by many of the very talented local and national artists who have their original songs and music included on the disc! The winner of the 2010 Goddess Festival Theme Song will be announced during the show!

The CD contains an AMAZING line-up of songs, spoken word and instrumental tracks selected from across the spectrum of musical genres - from Rock to Classical, Chant to Country, Jazz to Blues - this compilation disc has it all!! Come enjoy this concert of spirit soaring, Earth shaking, toe tapping, life changing music about our Journeys! Come take a step with us!

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9:00 - 11:00 am - Altars: Guide to creating your own sacred space

Presented by Kathy Skaggs. Group discussion about the spirit of sacred space. We will cover such topics as: altars as a tool for meditation, placement of altars, colors, signs and symbols, and objects of meaning. We will also touch on workplace altars, portable altars, garden altars, windowsill altars, ritual altars, etc. We will discuss altar building as a creative process using sound and scent, fire and light. Ages 10 and up please. We will create a group-built altar with items the participants bring to the workshop. Pack up a small box of things that are symbolic and special to you. Each participant will take home their own copy of the wonderful book "Altars Made Easy" by Peg Streep!

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing kasdesign@hotmail.com. Ages 10 and up. Location: Gallery Room. Fees: $12 due at workshop. Presenter Info: Kathy Skaggs has been building various kinds of altars since she was able to put a found treasure from nature in her pocket as a wee bairn. I didn't realize I was building altars until way later in life! Personal creative expression through the building of altars is a necessity of human spirit! Come play, ya'll!

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9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Shamanic Journey & Drum Making - Part 1

Presented by Karen Hefner. In this workshop you will learn the basic skills necessary to journey to non-ordinary reality with the help of your spirit guides, and create your own Native American hoop drum. Following the workshop is a drum-opening ceremony to welcome home the spirit of your drum.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing khefner333@q.com. Fees: $250 due at workshop. Covers both days (sliding scale). Location: North Window. Presenter Info: Deeply invested in the areas of healing and personal growth, Karen is an Associate Teacher for the LightSong School of Shamanic Studies, an Usui/Tibetan Reiki Master, holds Master's degrees in Science and the Arts, and is a Certified F.I.R.E.-walk Facilitator. She is also a minister, cancer survivor, mother, and grandmother.

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9:00 - 11:00 am - Basic Quartz: to the point

Presented by Firehawk. We will be looking at the history of Quartz, where it can be found, how to clean and prepare it for use and much more. We will look at some of the many uses for clear quartz. You will be hard pressed to find any workshop that ROCKs like this one. Location: Central Brick.

Presenter Info: I love rocks; they have a strong presence in my life. I try to keep myself surrounded by gemstones as much as I can. Supplies to bring with you: None, but if you have a crystal you would like to bring, rock on.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - Illuminated Journaling: Getting in Touch With the Goddess Within

Presented by Nancy McShane. Women and ages 13 and up only. Journaling has long been touted as a way to get in touch with your inner life. Illumination adds the element of sketching, artwork, scrapbooking and collage to traditional journaling. This added layer of insight is particularly for women, who are visual creatures.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing nancy.mcshane@att.net. Limit of ten people. Fees: $8 due at workshop. Location: Gallery Room. Presenter Info: I have presented crafting classes to children at the public library in Springfield, MO, when I was working as a children's library assistant. Supplies to bring with you: I would appreciate the donation of magazines to use as collage material and some extra scissors.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - Goddess empowerment collage playshop

Presented by Mary Harris Cutting. Come have fun and create/paste and glue your own tangible work of art. This is not just any art. This one will be full of Goddess Archetypes and images of your own design and choice to inspire you daily. For all levels of talent, especially those who presume they have none!

Participant Info: Preregister by emailing maryharris@earthlink.net. Location: Central Brick. Fees: $15 pre paid. $20 at workshop.

Presenter Info: Mary Harris Cutting has been a fine artist for 26 years, joyously painting vibrant Goddesses and magical things. She has taught classes in art, Goddess and women's empowerment, psychic development, spiritual development ritual and much more. Supplies to bring with you: Anything that you want to be part of your collage.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - The Journey Continues with Beautiful Daughters

Presented by GenderQueer Book Club. A fascinating documentary on the first all-transexual production of Eve Ensler's popular "The Vagina Monologues." As they prepare for opening night, the women open up about their unique experiences and share the trials and hardships they endured once they made it known that they planned to live their lives as women. A discussion will follow the film, led by GenderQueer Book Club. GenderQueer Book Club is open to everyone and meets once monthly to discuss works of nonfiction that challenge the model of binary gender.

Location: Main Stage. Presenter Info: GenderQueer Book Club feels they have something to contribute and share about the journey they are taking.

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3:00 - 5:00 pm - Laugh for the Health of It

Presented by Karen Stein. All participants will be guided into laughing - creating a feeling of joyful bliss and deep emotional release. Location: Main Stage.

Presenter Info: Born a natural athlete in Springfield, Missouri with a strong connection to nature, I began my earth life. My educational path led me to Joplin, Missouri where I earned a bachelor's degree in biology, then to Knoxville, Tennessee for my master's degree in ornamental horticulture. My spiritual path began in Atlanta, Georgia to reclaim myself. I was first inspired by Jon Kabit-Zen through his book, "Where ever you go, there you are!" I discovered and implemented powerful energy medicine such as laughter, hands on healing and the primordial force of the didgeridoo. My unique experience of regularly swimming with wild dolphins in Key West, Florida and living on the beautiful island of Maui has imbibed me with ALOHA spirit.

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7:00 - 8:00 pm - Disco Daze Continues: Do the Hustle! $10 for lesson & dance admission

From 7-8pm the basic Hustle Line Dance will be taught by Elayne, owner of The Art of Social Dancing and idance®. Visit www.elaynesdance.com and Facebook (search "idance nwa"). (see Elayne's bio under Tuesday, March 9th, East Coast Swing Dance Class)

The line dance called Hustle became an international dance craze in 1975 following Van McCoy and the Soul City Symphony's song, "The Hustle." Not to be confused with the Hustle partner dance based on a fusion with swing and mambo which became popular around the same time. This class is all inclusive-open to diverse couples and the public.

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8:00 pm - The Beat Goes On DJ Dance

Remember the music that made you get up and dance. Our DJ community dance promises to bring you the most danceable mix of music ever recorded - since the goddess first tapped a toe. Concessions, ice, and set-ups available. BYOB Produced by Soap & Vick Events Dance Admission $5.

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9:00 am - 2:00 pm - Reiki I - View/print flyer

Presented by Karen Hefner. The class is a combination of lecture, discussion and experience. You will learn the Usui/Tibetan method of Reiki including all the hand positions for a complete Reiki treatment, the level II symbols and Japanese techniques. The International Center for Reiki Training certified course materials will be provided.

Location: North Window. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing khefner333@q.com. Fees: $350 - covers Reiki I and II. Presenter Info: After studying, experiencing, and practicing alternative modes of healing for the past decade, Karen has dedicated herself to being in service as a catalyst for personal growth, expansion, and healing. She is a certified Usui/Tibetan Reiki Master and an Associate Teacher for the LightSong School of Shamanic Studies.

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11:00 am -12:00 pm - Women's Money, Women's Power: Cherokee Women's Economic System and its Implications for Gynocentric Economy.

Presented by Susan Stoddard. Cherokee women in the southeastern United States amassed considerable wealth and influence due to their dominance of the primary means of economic production, agriculture. Their economic power and the ways in which they utilized it influenced the direction of the politics within the Cherokee nation as well as the course of American history as a whole. The manner in which this economic system developed has important implications for the establishment of women-centered economics and gynocentric systems of power. Location: Gallery Room.

Presenter Info: Susan Stoddard is a life-long advocate for female empowerment and has been recognized for her work by numerous national and international women's issue organizations. As a consultant for nonprofits, she writes and lectures on topics ranging from land management and sustainability to developing and promoting female leadership in all areas of society. Ms. Stoddard is currently pursuing advanced studies in the influence of Cherokee women's agricultural techniques on unique land utilization patterns in the Ozarks.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - The Reason for the Season: From Pagan Celebrations to Christian Traditions

Presented by Vick Kelley. Ancient Pagan rituals and celebrations predate Christian holidays and "Holy Days." Discussion aimed at reclaiming and honoring the original meaning of these seasonal celebrations. Our "Journey" back to a consciousness of and devotion to the "Divine Feminine" requires us to revisit the original "reason for the season" in our celebrations, rituals, and holidays.

Ages 13 and up. Location: Gallery Room. Presenter Info: I was steeped in the high ritual of "The Church," learned my catechism, received the sacraments, and stayed in trouble with the powers that be. With the slightest exposure to the information presented in this workshop my whole concept of Christian religion began to crumble. "I found god in myself, and I loved her ... I loved her fiercely." (quote by Ntozake Shange)

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - Uppity Women: How Shamanism is Changing Modern Korea

Presented by Amy Rhea. A documentary presentation and discussion of the role of mudang (Korean female shaman) in the Korean cultural renaissance, and how Western women can learn from their spiritual, social, and financial example. Presentation length is two hours. Location: Main Stage.

Presenter Info: Amy Rhea is a student of geology at Arkansas Tech University. She has been a practicing witch since 1998 with spiritual emphasis in Welsh and Cherokee cultures. She began studying gynocentric social analysis in 2007 as a means of understanding the matriarchal underpinnings of patriarchal culture. Her email address is manicdragonflyproductions@gmail.com.

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3:00 - 5:00 pm - Shamanic Journey & Drum Making - Part 2 - View/print flyer

Presented by Karen Hefner. In this workshop you will learn the basic skills necessary to journey to non-ordinary reality with the help of your spirit guides, and create your own Native American hoop drum. Following the workshop is a drum-opening ceremony to welcome home the spirit of your drum.

Location: North Window. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing khefner333@q.com. Fees: $250, covers both days. Presenter Info: Deeply invested in the areas of healing and personal growth, Karen is an Associate Teacher for the LightSong School of Shamanic Studies, an Usui/Tibetan Reiki Master, holds Master's degrees in Science and the Arts, and is a Certified F.I.R.E.-walk Facilitator. She is also a minister, cancer survivor, mother, and grandmother.

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7:00 pm - The Couples Game

Remember Al Lord's wildly popular take off from the Newlyweds Game? She's back to host eight celebrity couples representing the diversity of our community, as they compete for the title 2010 Goddess Festival Sweethearts. An evening filled with hilarious surprises prompted by innocent questions. Cheer your favorite couple as you watch them discover what they don't know about each other.

Al Lord is an un-closeted game-show fan who began hosting the Couples Game in 1983 to avoid engaging in small talk at parties. It started as a fun, lesbian-only game in Al's home, then a fundraiser at larger homes and public venues. Through the years several thousand people have watched the game, over 100 have competed, and no one has been injured. Rumors of the game causing couples to break up are highly exaggerated.

Al Lord is a museum director, game-show enthusiast, and social-cause activist who loves to laugh, drink Pepsi, and contemplate her obituary, not necessarily at the same time.

Chocolate Feast during intermission hosted by the NWA Center for Equality. The NWA Center for Equality Vision Statement To see a time when all have the right to be themselves regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation and without fear of harassment or discrimination. We dream and work for full legal rights and social equality in our local communities and beyond. info@nwacenterforequality.org. Produced by Soap & Vick Events. Admission: Sliding Scale $5 to $25

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9:00 am - 5:00 pm - Reiki II - View/print flyer

Presented by Karen Hefner. The class is a combination of lecture, discussion and experience. You will learn the Usui/Tibetan method of Reiki including all the hand positions for a complete Reiki treatment, the level II symbols and Japanese techniques. The International Center for Reiki Training certified course materials will be provided. Location: North Window.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing khefner333@q.com. Fees: $350 - covers both Reiki I and II. Presenter Info: After studying, experiencing, and practicing alternative modes of healing for the past decade, Karen has dedicated herself to being in service as a catalyst for personal growth, expansion, and healing. She is a certified Usui/Tibetan Reiki Master and an Associate Teacher for the LightSong School of Shamanic Studies.

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6:30 - 8:00 pm - Singing In Sacred Circle

There are many chants that relate to the Divine Feminine, the Goddess in her many forms, and to her place in the web of life. Singing in community brings a level of connection and joy that is hard to explain. The repetitive singing of simple chants allows an opening and connection to spirit that we often miss in our busy modern lives. Everyone welcome - listen, join, enjoy. Blessed be.

Lead by Cynthia Huelsmann: "I have been chanting for over 30 years. I have attended many workshops and conferences, including singing with Kay Gardner at Michfest for many years, and with Woman with Wings - both in Michigan and Bangor Maine since Kay's passing in 2002. I have attended workshops and sang with Starhawk, Ruth Barrett, Judy Piazza, Robert Gass, and Margot Adler. I have led several Singing Circles at the Midwest Wimmins Music Fest, the Spinsterhaven spring gathering, and last year's Goddess Festival. Last year's workshop led to an ongoing singing circle in Fayetteville. That group will be part of this singing circle." Location: Open Floor.

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6:30 - 8:00 pm - Connecting with Pets Who Have Crossed Over

Presented by Norah O'Connor. I will help guide you in meditation to the sacred space where you will have an opportunity to connect with your beloved pet who has crossed over - hearing, sensing, and feeling their energy and words of wisdom to comfort you. You will also have an opportunity to mentally and emotionally convey your thoughts, feelings and words to your pet. An opportunity for great healing and insight into another world. There will be a short introductory talk, tips on communicating with your pets, in body or spirit, and a question and answer session. Location: Gallery Room.

Participant Info: Preregister to norah_e_oconnor@yahoo.com for handout materials; walk-ins welcome. Fees: $10.

Presenter Info: Norah O'Connor is a Reiki Master Teacher, teaching all levels of Reiki, as well as doing hands on and distant healing. Reiki is a universal energy force that is used to heal the entire person or animal. She is also an Intuitive Animal Healer/Communicator, an ordained minister in the Universal Life Church, as well as an instructor of Subtle Energy, having taught at the Blue Cliff College. Norah has been interviewed on Channel 13 in Seattle, and featured in the Northwest Arkansas Times, the Fayetteville Morning News, and Horsin' Around Magazine. Her writings have been published in The Higher Source, Dance of the Soul, Horsin' Around, Rocky Mountain Rider, Journal of the Ozark Research Institute, and Nose to Toes. Speaking and presenting workshops she has appeared at the American Society of Dowsers in Fayetteville and at their national conventions, teaching also at Passages and the ORI Dowsing and Healing Energies Conventions from 2001 through 2005. In 2004 Norah did aura readings at the East and West coast Dowsers Conventions in Burlington, Vermont and Santa Cruz, California. Currently she is writing a book about her experiences as an animal communicator, while continuing to practice and teach Reiki.

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3:00 pm - Igniting Spirit Fire Walk - View/print flyer

The path of the soul is a path of movement and transformation. To transform is to release fear and open to the pure potential that awaits our call. Firewalking is one of the oldest transformational tools known. A Gratitude Ceremony and Talisman Ritual will precede the Firewalk. Please refer to www.ignitingspirit.com for more information.

Karen Hefner is a F.I.R.E. certified facilitator , trained by Tolly Burkan (Firewalking Institute of Research and Education). The Talisman Ritual is based on a Native American tradition, and was taught to Karen by Jan Engels-Smith, founder of LightSong School of Shamanic Studies.

Location disclosed with your required pre-registration with karen@ignitingspirit.com. Fees: Sliding Scale: $25 to $60. This is a 6-8 hour ceremony.

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6:30 pm - Night Vespers Yoga

A team of respected Yoga teachers from the Fayetteville community, teaching a diverse variety of styles. These certified Instructors can work with any body type, and look forward to answering your questions about the practice of yoga. Relax from the pace of the day, join in meditation, celebrate the goddess within.

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6:00 - 8:00 pm - Sages In Our Time Croning Ritual - Special Event - Gallery & Venue Closed - View/print flyer

This is a group celebration ritual to name and honor the sage women of our community who are ready to embrace the third trimester of their life's journey.

On our journey from birth to death, we experience the various stages of life. Sadly, in our youth-oriented culture, we have forgotten and negated the art of honoring and celebrating our wise women who carried the torches and paved the way for the rest of us. Let us come together in circle to name and uplift these sage wise ones among us in celebration and blessing.

The Reception feast will start about 7:30pm, immediately following the ritual. Cost: $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for kids 13 and under.

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7:00 - 9:00 pm - She Weaves Us: A Musical Meeting of Geoff Oelsner, Harmonia, & You

Listen as we weave two sets of beautiful music together: Geoff performing original songs and poems sometimes joined by Harmonia and Harmonia performing songs at times accompanied by Geoff. A unique arrangement, a new step on their musical journey.

There'll be singalongs in each of the two braided sets of this two hour concert. (Intermission with concession sales. Donations accepted to cover Festival expenses.) Come weave music and words with us!

Geoff Oelsner is a poet, singer/songwriter, and psychotherapist. www.geoffoelsner.com/home.html. His life-partner Leslie Berman Oelsner is founder and director of Harmonia, a 15 woman vocal ensemble who offer songs of celebration and healing.

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7:00 pm - Comedy Night at The Goddess Festival

Jules Taylor leads us through an evening of riotous fun, starting with Comedy Open Mic - everyone says you are funny, you love telling (re-telling) jokes, your impersonations are dead on - sign up at the door and share your comedic talents with a ready audience.

Then get ready to laugh hysterically with PHUNBAGS! Some of the phunniest people in NWA, PHUNBAGS performs fast paced, short form comedy improv based on suggestions from the audience. No one ever knows what will happen next but, you can be sure that with Mike Thomas, Jason Suel, Jules Taylor, Mark Landon Smith, Cassie Self, Kevin Kinder and... no telling who else may show up onstage (maybe even YOU! ), hilarity ensues! phunbags.org

Top off the evening with the happiest music on earth: Snake Eyes & the Bug Band specialize in their own brand of sound which we call "Bug Music." The best way to describe it might be Cajun/Zydeco music filtered through southeastern Arkansas redneck sensibilities. Bug music is perfect for couple dancing, and it's not unusual for band members to take individual breaks, even mid-song, to grab a partner from the crowd to swing, twirl, and spin for their own (and the crowd's) entertainment.

Jamey Hall - lead vocalist, songwriter, accordionist, and dance instructor
Mike Rickard- lead guitar, vocals
Ray Palmer - fiddle
Robin Rues- string bass, vocals
Mark McGee - rubboard, triangle, vocals
Sid Simons - drums

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9:00 - 11:00 am - Tribal Belly Dance Basics

Presented by Datura. This two hour workshop taught by Datura of TerraNova Tribal, will focus on the basics of American Tribal Style (ATS) belly dance. American Tribal Style is an improvisational style of belly dance where the dancers understand a common dance language which consists of cues, transitions and basic steps. In this introductory workshop, students will learn tribal movements, formations and improvisational dance language. By the end of the class, dancers will be able to communicate their intentions to their sisters in dance, forming tight routines that look pre-choreographed. This workshop is a fabulous workout as well as a profound form of self expression.

Location: Open Floor. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing terranovatribal@att.net. Fees: $25. Presenter Info: Datura has been teaching Tribal Fusion and (ATS) belly dance since 2004 and founded TerraNova Tribal in 2009.

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11:00 am - 1:00 pm - Quickies: How to Write an Erotic Poem and Perform it in 3 Minutes or Less.

Presented by Mendy Knott. This workshop is recommended if you want to slam in the Drag and Flag Poetry Slam on Sunday. We'll be going over the rules, as well as writing poetry and practicing performance. However, it will be fun for everyone (performing or not) and highly entertaining. Don't be shy; there's no P.I.! Location: Gallery Room. Ages 18 and up. Fees: $3.

Presenter Info: Mendy Knott is a local poet, writer and editor. She is author of the award-winning screenplay, "Men Only." Mendy is the host of HOWL, an open mic celebration of women's voices held at Nightbird Bookstore every month. She will be hosting the Drag and Flag Poetry Slam. Supplies to bring with you: Attendees should bring pen and paper.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - Long Term Effects of Sexual Abuse

Presented by Carole Avila. At last year's Goddess Festival, I gave a workshop detailing the long term effects of sexual abuse. This workshop will focus on overcoming these effects. Women will become more empowered by eliminating negative behavior based on childhood trauma. Location: Gallery Room.

Participant Notes: Preregistration appreciated by emailing Iread4u@aim.com. Older teens and up. Presenter Info: An intuitive life coach for over 30 years and a sexual abuse survivor, Carole uses her own experiences to demonstrate the devastating effects of abuse (described in her book, At the Hand of Ignorance) and how to release destructive behavior and move forward in life.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - Intro to Crystal Healing

Presented by Firehawk. We will be looking at the basics of laying of stones as well as the colors and types of stones. Then we will look at the environment needs for healing. We will look at a few references as well. Location: North Window.

Presenter Info: Working in healthcare my whole life has made me want to do more for people than I have. This brings me to my looking to healing with stones. I love rocks; they have a strong presence in my life. I try to keep myself surrounded by gemstones as much as I can. Supplies to bring with you: None, if you have a crystal you would like to bring, rock on. Dress very comfy.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - The Continuing Journey with Gender Outlaw

Presented by GenderQueer Book Club. Seeing gender as simply women or men keeps us locked into our ignorance of the fluidity of our roles, identities, preferences, and sense of self. Join GenderQueer Book Club in a discussion of Kate Bornstein's book Gender Outlaw. A copy of the book can be obtained locally at Nightbird Books. Location: Main Stage. Presenter Info: GenderQueer Book Club feels they have something to contribute and share about the journey they are taking. Supplies to bring with you: Kate Bornstein's book Gender Outlaw; a copy of the book can be obtained locally at Nightbird Books.

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3:00 - 5:00 pm - Vibrational Sound Meditation

Presented by Karen Stein. The listeners will be guided into meditation by me playing the didgeridoo. The combination of vibrational sound and circular breathing creates a harmonic resonance connecting us to our primordial essence. Location: Main Stage.

Presenter Info: Born a natural athlete in Springfield, Missouri with a strong connection to nature, I began my earth life. My educational path led me to Joplin, Missouri where I earned a bachelor's degree in biology, then to Knoxville, Tennessee for my master's degree in ornamental horticulture. My spiritual path began in Atlanta, Georgia to reclaim myself. I was first inspired by Jon Kabit-Zen through his book, "Where ever you go, there you are!" I discovered and implemented powerful energy medicine such as laughter, hands on healing and the primordial force of the didgeridoo. My unique experience of regularly swimming with wild dolphins in Key West, Florida and living on the beautiful island of Maui has imbibed me with ALOHA spirit.

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5:00 pm - Spring Equinox Ritual

Let us dance and sing as we emerge from the cold and dark of winter. Come out of hibernation and rejoice in community. Celebrate the turning of the season, another step in time as the journey continues.

Ritual Planner: Cynthia Huelsmann is a student of nature, practicing ritual in a Sacred Grove of Cedars in the woods of Arkansas. She has studied and created ritual with Z. Budapest, Starhawk and Ruth Barrett over the past 25 years. She believes the sacred is all around us and strives to live in the magic of that knowing.

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8:00 pm - Fayetteville Stars Shine their Light for your Journey! $5 admission

It's no surprise that this extraordinary concert falls on Spring Equinox - these are the perfect rhythms to lead you singing into Spring! Please help us welcome three Local bands, with diverse and wonderful styles!

Set 1: Candy Lee Long brings with her soaring, powerful vocals and smart lyrics!
Set 2: Kahula Gypsy Band with their eccentric, ethnic interpretation of world beats!
Set 3: Darlene with her funky, fabulous flair and purpose driven music!

Not a night to be missed!

Candy Lee is a "golden voiced" singer/songwriter who combines her love for folk, jazz, indie, and conscious music to create her own original style. She is currently performing with her band, the Sweets, which consists of Jennifer Graham on bass and back up vocals, Emily Jenkins on back up vocals, Dan Dean on percussion, and Warren Dietzel on mandolin. The band helps to create moving, almost whimsical music, which sets the mood for a mix of sultry and playful three part vocal harmonies. www.myspace.com/candyleemusic

Kahula Gypsy Band - Established in 2006, the Kahula Gypsy Band performs a unique, cross - cultural blend of unforgettable melodies and rhythms. Many of the band's original compositions incorporate elements of Eastern European folk music, Spanish Flamenco, and Arabic song. The ensemble released their self-titled debut album, "Kahula", in 2006, and have since been featured in a wide variety of shows and television broadcasts.

Knowing that the circle of life carries the ryhthms of many cultures, Darlene embraces them and makes them her own. Like a gypsy who shang hais the notes of music they encounter and then twists them into another dialect, Darlene delivers an outstanding performance guaranteed to shake your soul.

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9:30 am - 1:00 pm - Holistic Healing

Presented by Lilian Bern. I will give a lecture and discussion comparing and contrasting the current Medical Model, which is very male and mechanistic, to a holistic approach, which includes all of the aspects of the person or being: spirit, emotions, mind, body and relationships. I will show the documentary The Living Matrix, in which international scientists and health practitioners show how we are all connected energetically, and how true "miraculous" healings can occur. Age 14 and up please. Location: Gallery Room. Fees: $15.

Presenter Info: I am a Feminist, a Spiritual person, a Holistic Psychotherapist with a private practice in NWAR since 1993. I have a MA in Psychology with a minor in Women's Studies. Used to teach both at Napa Community College in CA. Have given many talks and workshops on Communication, Parenting, Loss, Dreams and Healing.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - Weaving Community One Hour at a Time

Presented by Martin Jardon and Shelley Bonaiuto. The first hour will be a presentation on how our time bank works and how you can join. From 2-3 we will have an interactive workshop exploring the core values of Assets, Reciprocity, Redefining Work, Respect and Community that make time banking work. Location: Main Stage.

Presenter Info: Time Banking is an interesting way of bringing people together to tap underused resources to serve unmet needs. It is a pay-it-forward system of exchanging help. When you spend an hour doing something for another time bank member you earn a time dollar that goes into your time bank account. You can then spend that time dollar to have someone do something for you. Fayetteville Community Exchange is a time bank founded in September 2009.

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1:00 - 4:00 pm - Acrylic Painting The Flower

Presented by Cedar Kindy. Learn simple techniques to quickly get a flower drawn onto canvas and then paint it. Good exercise to overcome creative blocks. Age 9 and up. Location: North Window. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing cedarwillowmoon@yahoo.com. Fees: $35 ($30 if you bring your own supplies). Presenter Info: I have been painting for over thirty years - this particular exercise helped me overcome my "creative block."

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2:00 - 5:00 pm - Fabric Collage Collaboration

Presented by Sheila Richards. As a group we will create a full-sized body wall hanging using multiple fabrics. This workshop costs $5, preregistration is required. Women only and age 12 and up please. Location: Central Brick.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing sheilarich@nwark.com. Presenter Info: Sheila has been working as a studio artist for the past 35 years, and has taught workshops throughout the US and Canada (Costa Rica, too!). Her works in clay, fabric and acrylics can be seen at www.sheilarichards.com.

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7:00 pm - HOWL Flag n Drag Poetry Slam - View/print flyer

Hosted by Mendy Knott. Admission fee $5. Concessions go to Festival expenses.

Slamming is competitive poetry involving judges, rules, and prizes. Learn more at Wikipedia under poetry slam if you're a "virgin." For this slam, you must dress in drag to compete. You determine what drag is, but costume/make-up should be involved. Erotic poetry is requested.

There'll be a short open mic before the slam. All sign up at 6:30. All readers must dress in drag - expressing the male and female in all of us in a visually and metaphorically erotic way.

Mendy Knott is a poet/writer who lives in Fayetteville. She hosts HOWL, a monthly open mic celebrating women's voices, and has written songs, essays, stories and an award-winning screenplay. Mendy leads creativity/writing workshops, like "Quickies," devised to help new slammers on March 20.

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6:00 - 8:00 pm - Soap Making

Presented by Tracie Kehoe. This workshop will show you how to make your own bath soap with simple ingredients and equipment readily found in your kitchen. We'll also cover laundry and dish soap and some other easily made health and beauty products. Location: Gallery Room.

Presenter Info: I am a recent immigrant to Fayetteville and I have been making soap for about ten years. There are a lot of things we regularly purchase that can easily be made or done at home. I believe DIY and self sufficiency are important.

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6:30 - 8:30 pm - "African Flow" Healing Dance Workshop

Presented by Chamisa Wheeler. "African Flow" is focused on basic African movements, Yoga, and deep stretching and is a class for all levels and ages. With Live Djembe Drummers, this class will bring Spiritual and Physical healing through the Drums and Movement! Location: Open Floor. Fees: $15.

Presenter Info: Chamisa is a Dance Instructor of Modern, African, Yoga and Creative Movement. She has recently moved to NW Arkansas from North Carolina where she had been a Teacher in Residence with the nationally acclaimed nonprofit Dreams Center For Arts Education where she worked with hundreds of at risk youth teaching many forms of Dance and Social Justice Theatre. Now, excited to be back in Fayetteville, she is working with The Trike Theatre, Essence Of Art Academy and The Dance Coalition as an emerging choreographer for the Spring 2010 Dance Festival. Chamisa has been studying Traditional African Dance and Drums since her teenage years, under "Baba" Chuck Davis and The African American Dance Ensemble, among many others, and has been a lead dancer with Soko African Dance Ensemble led by Cheick Adama Sissoko of West Africa, based in Wilmington, NC.

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6:30 pm - East Coast Swing Dance class - $15 per person

A social partner dance originating from Lindy Hop, it's easy to learn and looks great on the dance floor. The East Coast Swing was originally done to the hip new Big Band music of the 30s and 40s era. However, a variety of music tempos such as Disco, R&B, Blues, and Pop will be used during these classes - all of which are useful in nightclubs and other social events. This is a basic class designed for the beginner and provides a solid foundation for future dance education. This class is all inclusive - open to diverse couples and the public.

Elayne, owner of The Art of Social Dancing and idance®, travels extensively to study with renowned professionals from NYC's Broadway to Buenos Aires' barrios. She has developed her skill and knowledge with celebrated dancers across the globe. Although specializing in Argentine Tango, Elayne's training in many dance forms allows her the versatility to teach a wide variety of dances. She has toured Italy, France, Ireland, Norway and across the U.S. In Northwest Arkansas, Elayne's participation in festivals, fundraisers, organizations, schools and theaters has earned her a solid reputation as one who teaches with clarity and enthusiasm. Elayne motivates students to exceed their expectations and strives to bring social dancing into the mainstream of American culture. Website: www.elaynesdance.com, and find us on Facebook at "idance nwa".

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6:00 - Two Goddesses of the Piano

This year's Goddess Festival piano recital will feature the music of "Two Great Women Composers: Clara Schumann and Arkansas's own Florence Price." The evening will include Price's bravura Sonata in E Minor and Clara Schumann's "Witches' Dance" and "Fleeting Vision" among other colorful character pieces.

THIS EVENT IS HELD AT THE FAYETTEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY.

Pianist-Musicologist Claire Detels is Prof. Emerita with the UA Music Dept (where she taught fro 1982-2008), Collaborative Pianist at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Fayetteville, and piano teacher at the Suzuki School of Music. She currently offers programs through the Arkansas Artists on Tour and Mid-America Arts Alliance, specializing in music of women and African-American composers.

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5:00 pm - Walk the Labyrinth

An indoor, canvas Labyrinth, background music, and an informational handout on the Labyrinth, resources, and locations of Labyrinths in the area will be available. The labyrinth is an ancient symbol that has been used as a healing walk since the goddess times. This sacred tool allows travelers to explore their own personal journey towards enlightenment. The Labyrinth Journey includes using table-top grids. These "finger labyrinths" offer each individual a uniquely engaging involvement and bring a different perspective to the experience of the labyrinth.

Labyrinth Facilitators:
Linda Flores: "For me, walking the Labyrinth brings clarity, insight, and peace. A Labyrinth represents a journey into our deepest selves - - it is a metaphor for life. When I am in the Labyrinth, I know that I am in Sacred space." Robert Pressman - artist, musician, Labyrinth devotee...and Linda's roadie.

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7:00 pm - An Evening of Short Plays

With plays by Arkansas Playwrights Workshop members Patricia Wyatt, Mark Landon Smith, Beth Brooks, and Dan Borgengasser, as well as Betty Anderson, who performs an excerpt from her one woman show "Sitting in the Flat Side of a Dime." Showcasing local actors, this is an evening that showcases NWA's diverse and thriving theatre community while speaking about the journey in a way that only theatre can express.

Jules Taylor as DEVIN ROCKS - presenter and host of "Evening of Plays". DEVIN ROCKS has produced and hosted festivals and events in Chicago, Dallas, Santa Fe, and Fayetteville. In Chicago, DEVIN ROCKS PRESENTS hosted new and exciting singer/songwriters from across the country on their way to fame. Jules has hosted Poetry Open Mics and Dance Stages in Chicago, Theatre festivals in Santa Fe and Dallas, and the fondly remembered Teen Open Mic at Fayetteville Public Library. Jules was Education Director of First Night in Fayetteville 2010, a New Years Eve celebration featuring community and the arts and attended by over 2300 people. DEVIN ROCKS brings artists together. Welcome to the Future.

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7:00 pm - Big Bad Gina presents The Divine Femmes - $5 admission

Jori Costello, singer/songbird, guitar groovin, percussion pounding Goddess; Renee Janski of UU choir fame, amazing Amazon arias and lightening speed keys and fiddle, and Melodie Griffis of U of A jazz combo talent with an Angelic Cameroon croon keeping it rockin on the bass and jazzin it up with her ultra fine guitar riffs.

Add a slew of instruments, some kickin original tunes and select scintillating covers, and you have Big Bad Gina! They are ready to rock The Divine Femmes Show with their Goddess Groove and Goddess Friends! They are so pleased to bring with them other Powerful Womyn Rockers - such as Oxygen Edge with her quirky, outrageous tunes and sexy, smooth bass lines, and Jules Taylor, who is in her 2nd year of Divine Femmedom with sizzling shakers, and luscious lyrics...But wait, there's more...

Come enhance your Journey with the Divine Femmes!

9:00 - 11:00 am - Nomad's dance

Presented by Luna Zahra. This workshop is for Women only. In this workshop we will explore the dance of the Gypsies as they traveled across Europe. Workshop participants will learn an Eastern European Gypsy dance as well as Gypsy Fusion Belly Dance. You will be provided with information on Gypsy culture as well as a handout of the moves you will learn. Location: Open Floor. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing dancingduckgirl@gmail.com. Mention Nomad's dance in the subject line. Fees: $10.

Presenter Info: I have been belly dancing for ten years. I took classes and attended workshops whenever they were offered and am a firm believer that one can teach herself anything if she really wants to. I have taught classes in the studio setting and privately. My favorite styles are American Tribal and Gypsy Fusion Belly Dance. I formed a small Troupe called Pele's Fire when I was 20; though we have since disbanded we get together to dance now and then. My students and I do performances in the Tahlequah area under a loose troupe of independent dancers using the name Pale Moon Bellydance. I currently do regular performances at the Iguana Cafe in downtown Tahlequah. I love heading workshops and have done many of them throughout the years at various festivals and fundraisers. I strive to make my dance workshops fun, memorable, and informative!

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10:00 - 11:00 am - Stay Strong, Live Long: Herbal Tonics for Women

Presented by Karen Kimrey. I. Intro and overview of basic concepts: * qi, yin/yang theory, five element theory, body systems per tcm (traditional Chinese medicine); * body wisdom and integration of mind, body, spirit; II. Tonic herbs for women: *blood tonics; *qi tonics; *digestive tonics *endocrine tonics; III. Integrating tonic herbs into daily life: *brief overview of the nutritional needs of women; *using herbs as basis of self care and as supplements; IV. Recipes and Tasting: *basic recipes for simple tonics you can make at home for your own use; * how to find out what you need and where to get it; * taste samples of different tonics. I can open it up for brief Q&A if there is a demand and time allows.

Location: Gallery Room. Participant Info: Preregister by emailing planetaryherbalist@gmail.com. Fees: $3. Presenter Info: Formerly an organic berry farmer and Montessori teacher/school owner, the past several years have been spent working as an herbalist and massage therapist/reflexologist. I've studied herbs informally but avidly for over 40 years on my own. My formal training in planetary herbalism (a blending of Ayurveda, native American and Chinese herbal systems) with Michael and Lesley Tierra, Candis Cantin, Miles Coleman, and Susan Kramer has been one of the true, very satisfying joys of my life. For the past several years I have maintained an office in east Fayetteville where I practice planetary herbalism and bodywork.

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11:00 am - 1:00 pm - The Journey of Belly Dance from the East to the West

Presented by Katya Zvezda. This workshop will explore the journey of Middle Eastern dance as it traveled and changed from Egypt to California. Workshop participants will learn a lot about the different forms of belly dance across the middle east and U.S. Women only. Fees: $10. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing dancingduckgirl@gmail.com. Mention Journey of Belly Dance Workshop in the subject line. Location: Open Floor.

Presenter Info: I began my classical training in Egyptian Cabaret over ten years ago, and since then have learned many other styles of Belly Dance as well as such diverse ethnic styles as Kurdish, Persian, and Bollywood. Currently I am mostly interested in the Fusion styles of Belly Dance. I have taught classes in the studio setting while a student at TU and was part of the Eastern Dance Society. Now that I have graduated I am teaching Belly Dance at Studio One on Cherry Street in Tulsa. I believe Belly Dance is one of the most natural dance forms and a way of artistic expression for the dancer. www.katyazveada.bravehost.com

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - The Aquarian Rosary

Presented by Rev. Pamela Reiss-Ramsfield. Explore the Divine Feminine through the use of the Aquarian Rosary, a modern chant, a tool for invoking spiritual grace to support life's continuing journey. Short and simple as it is, the Rosary is one of the most important spiritual documents containing profound esoteric knowledge and a series of integrated and practical exercises designed to establish a breakthrough between the conscious and the super-conscious, to fill the human aura with spiritual Light, and to harmonize human self with Spiritual Self. Mary, therefore, represents the ideal woman, the perfection of the female principle, and the incarnation of the eternal feminine aspect, a part which we all have within our being. Location: Gallery Room.

Presenter Info: Rev. Pamela Reiss-Ramsfield began attending Sancta Sophia Seminary classes the spring of 2001, and was ordained through Light of Christ Community Church on March 1, 2008. Join Pamela as she shares The Aquarian Rosary written by Rev. Carol Parrish-Harra. You will find it a rewarding spiritual tool to continue your journey with the Divine Feminine.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - Opening Pandora's Box: the Evolving World of Sex and Gender

Presented by Chris Christoffel and Michelle Pribbernow, members of GenderQueer Book Club. Journey with us to explore the confusing world of sex and gender. Through this journey we hope to come to a better understanding of ourselves and others through compassion, knowledge, and acceptance. We will explore what the women's movement gains by including transgender women and how feminism is incomplete without working for the rights of all genders. Our workshop will expand on this issue and be as interactive as the number of participants allow. This workshop is led by Chris Christoffel and Michelle Pribbernow, members of GenderQueer Book Club. Presenter Info: GenderQueer Book Club feel they have something to contribute and share about the journey they are taking. Location: Main Stage.

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3:00 - 5:00 pm - Vocal Play Workshop with Darlene

Presented by Darlene. Exploring, expanding and unlocking the voice through melody, harmony and rhythm in a playful way. No experience needed. Location: Gallery Room. Presenter Info: Darlene has been a gypsy since 1990, absorbing music infused with the sound of many cultures. Her vocal range and skills have expanded to encompass just about any kind of keening, chanting or ululation one may be aware of, from operatic soprano to mariachi to Finnish yoiking to throat singing to barnyard animals. Upon realizing that the profession of music left people feeling self-conscious about their own voices and expression, Darlene developed a Workshop intended to help unlock our limitations and allow the voice to express itself once again without the use of words and with a sense of experimentation and playfulness.

Fees: $10. Preregister to darlene@moteldarlene.com. Bring water!

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3:00 - 5:00 pm - Grace of the Veil

Presented by Ona Mira. This workshop is for Women only. Workshop participants will learn how to use the veil in all basic belly dance moves. This workshop will focus on the graceful movements achieved with the use of this, the most enigmatic and theatrical of dance props. You will go home with a further knowledge and comfort with the veil as well as handouts of all the moves you have learned. Location: Open Floor.

Participant Info: Preregister by emailing dancingduckgirl@gmail.com. Mention 'Grace of a Veil' in the subject line. Fees: $10. Presenter Info: I have been a belly dancer for about three and a half years. I took classes from Luna and perform with her at the Iguana Cafe in Tahlequah each month. I love Belly Dance for the grace and freedom felt while losing oneself in the dance. I dance primarily Tribal style but love Cabaret and Gypsy Fusion as well. I have recently begun teaching beginning Belly Dance students in the Tahlequah area. I believe Belly Dance is a wonderful way to express yourself and exercise as well. The veil is my favorite dance prop. The way the veil moves through the air as though an extension of the dancer's arms, to me conveys a grace and beauty beyond other forms of dance.

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7:00 pm - Belly Dance Journey

The show will be a journey of different belly dance styles across the Middle East, Europe and the U.S. including American Tribal Style and Cabaret as well as various fusions including Gypsy Fusion. You will see incredible dances with swords, amazing dances with cane and graceful dances with veils! It will be a delight of spinning skirts and jingling bells for all! This will be a free performance so you can show your appreciation to the dancers by tipping after the show!

Luna Zahra troupe includes:

Luna: (Loonuh) Has been bellydancing for over a decade, she performs and holds workshops regularly, has taught in the studio and privately. Dances primarily Tribal Style and Gypsy Fusion Bellydance. She is teaching the workshop "Nomad's Dance."

Katya: (Kotyah) Luna's cousin, has also been a bellydancer for over a decade, currently teaching at Studio1 in Tulsa, and was part of the Eastern Dance society at TU prior to graduating. Trained in Egyptian Cabaret, and also enjoys many fusion styles. She is teaching the workshop "Journeys of Bellydance - from Egypt to the US."

Ona: (Oh-nuh) Has been bellydancing for nearly 4 years and performing with Luna at the Iguana Cafe in Tahlequah. She dances primarily Tribal Style and is also interested in Cabaret. She is teaching the workshop "Grace of the Veil."

Mephare: (Meh-par-ay) Has been bellydancing most of her life and currently teaches through NSU's continuing education department.

www.lunazahra.viviti.com

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9:00 am - 12:00 pm - Acrylic Painting The Flower

Presented by Cedar Kindy. Learn simple techniques to quickly get a flower drawn onto canvas and then paint it. Good exercise to overcome creative blocks. Age 9 and up. Location: North Window. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing cedarwillowmoon@yahoo.com. Fees: $35 ($30 if you bring your own supplies). Presenter Info: I have been painting for over thirty years - this particular exercise helped me overcome my "creative block."

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9:30 am - 1:00 pm - Holistic Healing

Presented by Lilian Bern. I will give a lecture and discussion comparing and contrasting the current Medical Model, which is very male and mechanistic, to a holistic approach, which includes all of the aspects of the person or being: spirit, emotions, mind, body and relationships. I will show the documentary The Living Matrix, in which international scientists and health practitioners show how we are all connected energetically, and how true "miraculous" healings can occur. Age 14 and up please. Location: Gallery Room. Fees: $15.

Presenter Info: I am a Feminist, a Spiritual person, a Holistic Psychotherapist with a private practice in NWAR since 1993. I have a MA in Psychology with a minor in Women's Studies. Used to teach both at Napa Community College in CA. Have given many talks and workshops on Communication, Parenting, Loss, Dreams and Healing.

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1:00 - 4:00 pm - Painting the Mystical Forest

Presented by Cedar Kindy. Using three watercolor techniques (bulleye, throwing paint, and direct painting), we will create a forest scene with mystical light. Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing cedarwillowmoon@yahoo.com. Ages nine and up. Location: North Window. Fees: $25 due at workshop. Presenter Info: I have been painting in watercolor for over 30 years.

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1:00 - 3:00 pm - A Collective Exploration of Elders' Circles

Presented by David Garcia. What is an Elders' Circle and what does it do? Who are our elders? Why are they important right now and how are they related to the work of the Goddess at this moment in time? Instead of a lecture, we will sit in circle to pool our wisdom and knowledge to formulate a collective vision of our elders and of the work they might do in an Elders' Circle. Location: Gallery Room.

Presenter Info: From the 1960s to the mid- 2000s my primary work was as a political and spiritual warrior. About five years ago, Spirit called me to make the transition from warrior to elder. At this moment the Goddess is dealing with me through her aspect as Earth, the mother of us all, calling for a gathering of the tribes as we undergo the next great evolutionary transformation. I am currently working with the Elders' Circle at Opal Fly's Feel Good Lounge to help facilitate that transformation.

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3:00 - 5:00 pm - Weaving Community One Hour at a Time

Presented by Martin Jardon and Shelley Bonaiuto. The first hour will be a presentation on how our time bank works and how you can join. From 2-3 we will have an interactive workshop exploring the core values of Assets, Reciprocity, Redefining Work, Respect and Community that make time banking work. Location: Main Stage.

Presenter Info: Time Banking is an interesting way of bringing people together to tap underused resources to serve unmet needs. It is a pay-it-forward system of exchanging help. When you spend an hour doing something for another time bank member you earn a time dollar that goes into your time bank account. You can then spend that time dollar to have someone do something for you. Fayetteville Community Exchange is a time bank founded in September 2009.

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3:00 - 6:00 pm - Thou Art Goddess! - Reclaiming Our Beauty

Presented by Starr Austin & Julie Jeannene. We will explore the messages we have inherited from our families and our culture about physical beauty. Using images to evoke feelings, we will work with and through what comes up through meditation, discussion, journaling, interactive experiences, art, poetry, and reflection. Women only please. Location: Gallery Room.

Participant Notes: Preregister by emailing saustin@nwacc.edu. Fees: None. Any donation made will be given to the Goddess Festival to help support community. Presenter Info: Julie and Starr are healthy, creative women who have struggled with their body images themselves and have come to find self-love and acceptance through personal work and introspection. Supplies to bring with you: Please bring a cushion.

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7:00 - 8:00 pm - African Drums and Dance

African drum rhythms - from Djembe drummers and others - accompany a performance of African style dances. This ensemble promises to deliver an intense, high energy evening - one that will enliven your soul with the beat and lead your feet to the dance floor. Presenter Info: Chamisa Wheeler has been studying Traditional African Dance and Drums since her teenage years, under "Baba" Chuck Davis and The African American Dance Ensemble, among many others, and has been a lead dancer with Soko African Dance Ensemble, led by Cheick Adam Sissoko, of West Africa, based in Wilmington, NC. Admission: Donations to the Festival appreciated.

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5:30 pm - African Drumming

Participants will learn the basics of African drumming. They will be able to play 3-4 part rhythms by the end of class. Some drums provided. Sheila Richards has studied African drumming for the past 35 years and has been teaching for 15 years. She has performed locally and in the out-of-state venues. 12 and older. Pre-registration: at sheilarich@nwark.com Fee: $10

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7:00 pm - Fayetteville Stars Shine their Light for your Journey! $5 admission

It's no surprise that this extraordinary concert falls on Spring Equinox - these are the perfect rhythms to lead you singing into Spring! Please help us welcome three Local bands, with diverse and wonderful styles!

Set 1: Candy Lee Long brings with her soaring, powerful vocals and smart lyrics!
Set 2: Kahula Gypsy Band with their eccentric, ethnic interpretation of world beats!
Set 3: Darlene with her funky, fabulous flair and purpose driven music!

Not a night to be missed!

Candy Lee is a "golden voiced" singer/songwriter who combines her love for folk, jazz, indie, and conscious music to create her own original style. She is currently performing with her band, the Sweets, which consists of Jennifer Graham on bass and back up vocals, Emily Jenkins on back up vocals, Dan Dean on percussion, and Warren Dietzel on mandolin. The band helps to create moving, almost whimsical music, which sets the mood for a mix of sultry and playful three part vocal harmonies. www.myspace.com/candyleemusic

Kahula Gypsy Band - Established in 2006, the Kahula Gypsy Band performs a unique, cross - cultural blend of unforgettable melodies and rhythms. Many of the band's original compositions incorporate elements of Eastern European folk music, Spanish Flamenco, and Arabic song. The ensemble released their self-titled debut album, "Kahula", in 2006, and have since been featured in a wide variety of shows and television broadcasts.

Knowing that the circle of life carries the ryhthms of many cultures, Darlene embraces them and makes them her own. Like a gypsy who shang hais the notes of music they encounter and then twists them into another dialect, Darlene delivers an outstanding performance guaranteed to shake your soul.

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6:00 pm - Full Moon Candlelight Walk

Join us as we flood the downtown square with candlelight and meditation, from each corner, in every direction. Please bring a candle with which you feel comfortable moving (maybe a pillar or one in a jar) and clothes for outdoor time. We will share in meditations of various styles and from various cultures.

There will be a need for quiet at certain times - children are absolutely welcome and their adults are asked to please be conscientious if the need to step away from the group arises. Lead by Renee Janski, music and choir director Unitarian Universalist Fellowship.

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10:00 am - Remove Art from Gallery

Artist are to collect their pieces between 10am and 7pm from the venue Gallery. Rental items to be returned.

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6:30 pm - Festival Closing Ritual

Join the circle as we share our gratitude for another stage of this rebirthing journey. Drum, Dance, Sing and Share special moments and reflections of the festival. Remember as we say goodbye to the Festival for this year that the Divine Feminine is part of our everyday journey.

Ritual Planner: Cynthia Huelsmann is a student of nature, practicing ritual in a Sacred Grove of Cedars in the woods of Arkansas. She has studied and created ritual with Z. Budapest, Starhawk and Ruth Barrett over the past 25 years. She believes the sacred is all around us and strives to live in the magic of that knowing.