Letter From the Director

Our monthly Letter from the Director seeks to inspire members of our worldwide community. The lead Life at the Center article or story gives examples of mindful living, of finding community, of vibrant wellbeing amid global dis-ease, of personal insight into some of today’s big-picture issues, of humor in the face of despair. Each issue honors excellence in one of our teachers, students, or staff members in the Magnificence in Our ‘Ohana section. Our Celebrating Magnificence article highlights a local business or nonprofit organization for its sustainable or charitable or mindful, or otherwise excellent practices. Our Healthy Life Tip passes on a precious nugget of practical living experience for body, mind, or soul. The Word to the Wise of the month summarizes or shines light on the dominant theme of that month’s letter with cogent, pithy, or poetic words that illuminate our heart’s wisdom. Our Video Fav adds a touch of humor or beauty to the end of the letter.

Still & Moving Center’s Director, Renée Tillotson, curates, edits, or writes every component of this monthly missive, the Letter from the Director. She draws heavily from her lifelong learning at the Institute of World Culture in Santa Barbara, and her deep study of the philosophy of Theosophy. Her inspiration in these letters also comes from her mindfulness training in the Nia technique, her word crafting experience teaching English and writing play scripts, and her decades of writing in professional and business contexts. As a long-time reader of the Aquarian Almanac, she is now an inveterate collector of inspirational quotes for the Still & Moving Center Almanac, which she creates annually. Her ongoing quote collection adds extra sparkle to the Letter from the Director. 

Renée appeals to the indulgence of her friends, family members, students, and the rest of the world’s characters whose stories and photos appear for all the world to read and see in these letters. She thanks all of them for allowing their stories to make our lives a little brighter, funnier, more bearable, and even nobler, when seen through the lens of magnificence.

 

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Jan 22, 2023 January 22, 2023, - April 30, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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The body is resilient. Human beings are born resilient. Nia movement and Nia routines provide the perfect map to develop body and life resilience skills.

Are you ready to systematically approach a new piece of Nia choreography each week? Ready to dive into deep conversation and exploration of how you live Nia in your life and in your teaching? This group experience provides you with week-by-week support, professional guidance, good cheer and friendship within a small, personalized context...

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Feb 05, 2023 February 5, 2023, - April 30, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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    This class is for 7 to 12 year olds 12 week Spring Series: February 5  to April 30, 2023 (no class Apr 9)Sundays 9:15-10:15 amPlus performance for May Day- May 6, 2023 Price: $230Participation in this hula halau (school) is one of the best introductions to Hawaiian language and culture. Children will learn […]

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Feb 16, 2023 February 16, 2023, - May 4, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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    This class is for 3 to 6 year olds 12 week Spring Series:  February 16 to May 4, 2023Thursdays, 4:00-4:45 pmPlus performance for May Day, May 6, 2023 Price: $230Participation in this hula halau (school) is one of the best introductions to Hawaiian language and culture. Children will learn both hula kahiko (ancient […]

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Mar 23, 2023 March 23, 2023, - May 6, 2023,
HI United States
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Who’s interested in having PeleKai Coffee open in the evenings? Award-winning cafe owner Emily Hunt is wondering whether she’ll have patrons if she opens the cafe for evening business.  Imagine coming to an evening class knowing you can: Recharge between work and class with a snack or nice beverage Meet with classmates and teachers at […]

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Mar 27, 2023 March 27, 2023, - May 15, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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7-Week Series:Mar 27 to May 15, 2023(no class Apr 10, 2023)Mondays 5:30 - 6:30 pm HST$210 plus tax What does it feel like to move in and suspend in the air, and have increased body awareness and balance? This is your series, designed for those who are new to the aerial experience. Here is your […]

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Mar 28, 2023 March 28, 2023, - May 9, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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7 Week Series:Mar 28 to May 9, 2023Tuesdays, 7:15-8:15 pm HST $210 plus tax By the end of this 7 week series, you will have co-created a choreography inspired by a piece of music, a poem, a person or a work of art. Class will consist of a warm up, stretching and conditioning, followed by […]

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Mar 31, 2023 March 31, 2023, - May 12, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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7-Week Series:March 31 to May 12, 2023Fridays, 5:30 - 6:30 pm HST$210 plus tax Prerequisite: Intro to Aerial silks and instructor permission. This class is designed for students who have knowledge of climbing, foot locks, inversions and balance work in the knot. Throughout the lessons, we will work on climbs, locks, wraps, and basic progressions. […]

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Mar 31, 2023 March 31, 2023, - May 5, 2023,
Global, HI United States
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In-personFridays, 5:45-6:45pm HSTMar 31- May 5, 2023**Except April 7, 2023 $115 plus tax- regular rate$95 plus tax - starving artist rateStudents will have the opportunity to perform in Still & Moving’s MayDay celebration May 6, 2023    “Throughout my professional dance career, the rhythmical structures that I learned in Indian dance class gave me an […]

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Mar 31, 2023 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Global, HI United States
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Our mission is to bring more peace to the community and to the world. This activity is designed to fill you with serenity and healing that you can spread throughout your community, while at the same time spreading awareness and helping nonprofit organizations throughout Hawai'i continue their amazing work. In celebration of Women's History Month we are proud to be supporting the YWCA in their mission to empower women, fight gender inequality, and eliminate racism.

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Apr 01, 2023 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Global, HI United States
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In-person onlySaturday, April 1, 20237:00 - 9:00 pm By donation: sliding scale from $15 to $25Max attendance 25– Dance to LIVE music with acclaimed musicians – No experience necessary– Receive simple instruction for each of the approximately 8 dances– Dance mostly in a circle and sometimes as partners– A lot like folk dancing, move to words and mantras […]

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