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Sou’Wester Arts Week 2020 Recap

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2020 Installations & Exhibits

Cabins:

  • Julia Barbee Three Generational Experiment
  • Kathleen Coulton Weaving and Fibers Installation
  • Sam Farrell, Sara Paradis, Adam Zeek Curly Wurly’s Esoteric Furniture and Lounge
  • Kathryn MacCrate and Heather McLaughlin Sculptural Collaboration

Trailers:

  • Zack Fealk Sonic Atmosphere
  • Nicky Kriara and Cory Gray Collaborative Ceramic and Sound Installation
  • Sam Montaña “Water and Wood”: Sculpture and Photography

Pavilion:

  • Katharine Spilker Soft Sculpture Installation
  • Karen Tillou Fiber  Installation
  • Lucia Volker Painting and Paper Installation

Surrounding Grounds:

  • Krysta Sa Sauna Installation 
  • Samuel Wildman and Eric John Olson Participatory Collaborative Installation

 

Open Studios 

Sat March 14 12:00p-5:00p

(Performance Break 2:00p – 3:00p)

Lodge:

  • Wyly Astley Pacific Northwest Monsters: A Brief History
  • William Brattain and Mary Ferrario Etiquette Performance Art Collaboration: Catharsis Karaoke
  • Brianna Spencer Movie Menu Project
  • Heather Treadway Garment Design, Sewing and Tap Dance

Cabins:

  • Julia Barbee Three Generational Experiment
  • Kathleen Coulton Weaving, Natural Dyes and Fiber
  • Sam Farrell, Sara Paradis, Adam Zeek Curly Wurly’s Esoteric Furniture and Lounge

Trailers:

  • Zack Fealk Modular Synthesis Musician
  • Elizabeth Haidle Illustrated Tarot Deck: Tarot For All
  • Shaun Kardinal Embroidered Paper Collage
  • Joshua Karp and Stephanie Kesey KeseKarp: Songwriting/Filmmaking Collaboration
  • Michelle Kline Uncomfortable Club: Creative One-On-One Coaching
  • Nicky Kriara and Cory Gray Collaborative Ceramic and Sound
  • Zoe Minikes Flower Press: Zines, Herbalism, and Winter is Fun-Club
  • Anis Mojgani Poetry and Illustration
  • Sophia Munic Multimedia Fiber Artist
  • Sam Montaña Sculpture and Photography
  • Julie Perini and John Frentress Harry & Harry Productions: 16mm Handmade Film Workshop
  • Hilary Pfeifer Mixed Media Collage
  • Ivy Ross Ricci Documentarian: Sou’wester Stories

Pavilion:

  • Bryna Shields Mixed Media Illustration and Interactive Community Collage
  • Katharine Spilker Soft Sculpture Installation
  • Karen Tillou Fiber Installation and Indigo Dyeing Demonstration
  • Lucia Volker Painting and Paper Installation

Performances & Screenings

FRIDAY:

  • 5:00p Heather Treadway Tap Dance Percussion and Experimental Improv Collaboration 
  • 6:30p William Brattain and Mary Ferrario Etiquette Performance Art Collaboration: Comfort Objects
  • 8:00p Lindsay Clark  Singer/Songwriter

SATURDAY: 

  • 2:00p William Brattain and Mary Ferrario Etiquette Performance Art Collaboration: Catharsis Karaoke
  • 5:00p Zoe Minikes Workshop “SAY YES TO THE YES”:  use of aphrodisiacs to support personal practice
  • 6:00p Erica Trabold and Kristina Tate Collaborative Vocal Performance: Art In Conversation
  • 7:00p Julie Perini & John Frentress Collaborative Experimental Film “Scamper in the Camper”: Harry & Harry Productions
  • 7:30p Anis Mojgani Poetry Reading
  • 8:00p Chris Miller Green Hills Alone: Music

 

Sip a ‘Sou’wester’ – The March ‘Cocktail For a Cause’ at the [Pickled Fish]

Enjoy a ‘Leadbetter Red’ at the North Jetty where $1 from each pint supports ARTS WEEK.

also The Shelburne Hotel
 

3rd Annual Handmade Bazaar

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JULIA BARBEE (Portland, OR)
– artisan fragrances
– objects
http://juliabarbee.com/home
https://www.instagram.com/julia_barbee/
 
LUCY BARNA (Astoria, OR)
– Astoria Makerspace (display)
https://www.astoriamakers.com
https://www.instagram.com/astoriamakers/
(want to talk to Lucy? She will be at the Adrift Hotel Holiday Sale, right?)
 
KYMM BAZE (Long Beach Peninsula, WA)
– distressed frames & handmade signs
 
MISSY BLACK (Astoria, OR)
of Blackloot Jewelry
– handmade electroformed copper jewelry
(Crafted with ethically sourced and high quality materials. Emphasis on opals, turquoise, raw diamonds, and crystals.)
– handstand necklaces (silver and rose gold).
All Handcrafted jewelry to fit every budget.
https://www.blackloot.net/about/
https://www.instagram.com/blackloot_jewelry
 
JOE CHASSE (Long Beach Peninsula, WA)
– sculptural works out of repurposed metals
http://informiorium.blogspot.com
 
HEATHER DOUGLAS of Oscar Astoria (Astoria, OR)
– screenprinted bags
– hand illustrated coloring books
– poetry books
http://oscarastoria.com/shop/
 
DIERDRE DUEWEL (Long Beach Peninsula, WA)
– 8 x 10 mosaic mirrors
 
ANNIE ESKELIN (Ilwaco, WA)
– small boxes & original art
– pendents with seascapes
 
ARI FREITAG (Portland, OR)
– walnut ink
– original drawings and prints
– jewelry
http://cargocollective.com/AriFreitagArt
 
LIZ HARRIS, YELLOWELECTRIC (Astoria, OR)
– silk screened & some hand sewn tee shirts
– records and CDs of mine on other labels as well as those from my own label
– letter press and silk screen prints
– small press book of my art drawings
– little affordable cards from recycled album covers (letter press and offset printed)
http://repeatingpattern.com/drawings.html
https://grouper.bandcamp.com
 
ANDREA MAZZARELLA (Astoria, OR)
– skincare line: organic and essential oils
– solstice/holiday wreaths: 100% biodegradable and local plants
– simple jewelry with amethyst and citrine
 
HEATHER MCLAUGHLIN (Portland, OR)
– Hand Printed “Alternative” Greeting Cards
– Original Art Work
– Wall Tapestries
– Limited Edition prints
PLUS Heather will have a printmaking station, by donation, for visitors to print their own card or poster.
http://www.hardcoremermaid.com
https://www.instagram.com/hardcoremermaid/
 
NATALIE MYERS of Grace Body Essentials (Seaside, OR)
– soaps & sugar polish
– lip balm & forever balm
– organic dog wash
https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=grace%20body%20essentials
 
RAINY DAY FARMS (Naselle, WA)
– lavender spritzers and sachets
– Culinary lavender/recipe cards
– Smudge Sticks
http://www.rainydayartistry.com/farm.htm
 
RICCI HANDMADE PAPER (Port Angeles, WA)
– tree-free handmade paper (using rainwater)
– stationery, blank cards, book paper, artist paper
– gift packages
 
CHELSEA ROSE (Astoria, OR)
– crochet baby toys
– crochet hats/headbands/scarves/accessories
– holiday/greeting cards
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtistaLocaStudio?ref=profile_shopicon
 
SAHAR ROSENBAUM (Ocean Park, WA)
– quilts
– fiber art
 
ADA ROSMAN (Hoquiam, WA)
– handmade jewelry inspired by travel
http://www.adarosman.com
https://www.etsy.com/shop/AdaRosman
 
DAWN STETZEL (Seaview, WA)
– eco prints on paper (natural pigments)
– journals/sketchbooks/cards
– reversible dog bandanas
https://www.instagram.com/naturenellssister/
https://www.etsy.com/shop/NatureNellsSister?ref=hdr_shop_menu
 
DENNIS THOMAS of Thomas & Son Woodworks LLC
(Warrenton, OR)
– furniture (reclaimed wood and new)
– signs & sandwich boards
– cutting boards and other kitchen items
– woodcrafts
thomasandsonwoodworks.com
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Thomas-Son-Woodworks-LLC-1112873028747275/about/?ref=page_internal
 
JOANNE WEBSTER (Long Beach, WA)
– fairy furniture
– fiber jewelry
– felt ornaments
– star-baby pins
 
Sou’wester Swag
– totes, cups, wearables
 

…and more

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TRUE NATURE: Re-Connecting with our Essence

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A 3-night Wellness Retreat with Kelly Sunrose to reconnect with our true essence with our through meditation, movement and breath.
 
 
When we increase our capacity for attention and attune the senses, we can more readily receive healing from the elements that surround and fill us: earth, water, fire, air & space. This retreat will invite a bone-deep knowing of our innate connection with nature. During our time together, we will engage in both active and restorative yoga movements, pranayama, meditation and mantra. In addition to this deeply practical work, Kelly will lead lecture and discussion on how the practices relate back to traditional yoga texts and the role of each element in yoga philosophy. At least one of our practice gatherings will take place outdoors, so please bring seasonally-appropriate outerwear. Participants will leave with tools for nourishing each layer of the self with & through the elements.
 
Offerings provided by Sou’wester lodge include:
  • Full access to our Weekly Wellness Offerings (including a juice & smooth bar, herbal talk & tea, guided meditation, soundbath and yoga) 
  • Use of our Garden Spa and Finnish Sauna
  • Scheduled studio time in our Wellness Trailer
  • Discounted rates with Mamook Wellness for on-site therapeutic massage and bodywork
  • Complimentary bikes for cruising the Discovery Trail
  • Endless walks on the beach

COST: Retreat fee is $222. Lodging fee is $150 for three nights and rooms can be shared, so bring a friend or two!

To register, email souwesterwellness@gmail.com or call (360) 642-2542

SCHEDULE:

Sunday, February 18
3pm: Check-in
5-7pm: Opening Practice

Monday, February 19
8-10am: Morning Practice
10am: Juice & Smoothie Bar
3-5pm: Afternoon Practice

Tuesday, February 20
8-10am: Morning Practice
10am: Juice & Smoothie Bar
2-5pm: Afternoon Practice
Evening Gathering

Wednesday, February 21
9-11am: Closing Practice

 
MORE ABOUT THE HOST:
 

 

Kelly Sunrose, ERYT-500, YACEP, is a teacher and artist known for her depth of curiosity and ability to inspire students to live their fullest potential by distilling the wisdom of yoga through words, images and practices ranging from mystical to ultra-practical. She draws on two decades of daily practice, deep self-study and absolute wonder to create transformative spaces for students in-person and online. Kelly is thankful every single day for each teacher who has inspired her on this path and offers deepest pranams to Erich Schiffmann, Kira Ryder, Ravi Ravindra and Patricia Sullivan. Teaching since 2006, Kelly is on the faculty of the Yoga Refuge Teacher Training programs in Portland, Oregon and a featured teacher on www.YogaAnytime.com. Kelly  offers yoga education to students all over the world on her website www.sunroseyoga.com and her online practice community www.wildcatyogaclub.com.

Yule Moon Wellness Retreat with Tatiana Sakurai

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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CHECK BACK IN FOR ANOTHER OFFERING IN THE SPRING!

Tatiana Sakurai, a devoted lightworker and spiritual counselor, is hosting a 5 days/night Wellness Retreat December 17th – 22nd. 

In this intentional retreat, we’ll be working with the energies of solar and lunar cycles to support us in deep healing and releasing of old patterns. With increased spaciousness and consciousness, we will open to receive more possibilities and more freedom to create our lives in joy and peace.

Retreat includes 4 workshops that meet daily from 11:00a -1:00p, Monday through Thursday. We will explore consciousness tools and energy clearing techniques for mental clarity, astral cleansing, balanced grounding and mindful practice. Workshops will include meditation, energy clearing, some structured lessons for the day, and free flow group discussion. Tatiana will also host a Yule meditation and healing circle on Thursday evening that is open to all.
 
The new moon of December 17th comes to fullness on January 1st and the Winter Solstice on December 22nd marks the end of one solar year and the beginning of another. We can play with these energies to set powerful intentions for what we’d like to create in the new year. 

Offerings provided by Sou’wester include:

  • Full access to our Weekly Wellness Offerings (including a juice & smooth bar, herbal talk & tea, guided meditation, soundbath and yoga) 
  • Use of our Garden Spa and Finnish Sauna
  • Scheduled studio time in our Wellness Trailer
  • Discounted rates with Mamook Wellness for on-site therapeutic massage and bodywork
  • Complimentary bikes for cruising the Discovery Trail
  • Endless walks on the beach

COST: Retreat fee is $100 per person. Lodging fee is $250 for five nights and rooms can be shared, so bring a friend or two!

To register, email souwesterwellness@gmail.com or call (360) 642-2542

Tatiana Sakurai is a spiritual counselor, master lightworker, and ceremonial priestess whose loving energy and humor creates a safe space for deep healing and learning. Learn more about her work at: www.tatianasakurai.com

Nurturing Mind, Body, & Voice with Sweethome

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Sweethome Teacup, a devoted yogi since 1993, is leading 4 days of combining asana, Qigong, mantra meditation and chanting. Guests arrive Sunday, December 3rd at 3:00pm and depart Thursday, December 7th at noon. 

This retreat will be an opportunity to establish a daily practice which nurtures the body, mind, and voice (breath). We will have the time and space to dive in to a beautiful investigation of what it means to be here on this incredible planet with all the challenges and discoveries of being human in this time in history. The physical practice is a weaving of asana and qi gong, we will cultivate our voice through mantra meditation and chanting together. We will discover our voice through various writing prompts as well. Sessions will focus on the elements: earth, water, fire, air, and space.
 

Offerings provided by Sou’wester include:

  • Full access to our Weekly Wellness Offerings
  • Use of our Garden Spa and Finnish Sauna
  • Discounted rates with Mamook Wellness for on-site therapeutic massage and bodywork
  • Complimentary bikes for cruising the Discovery Trail
  • Endless walks on the beach

*** Retreat fee is $150 per person. Lodging fee is $200 for four nights and rooms can be shared, so bring a friend or two!

To register email souwesterwellness@gmail.com

MORE ABOUT THE HOST:

Sweethome has studied Yoga since 1993. She approaches the practice of yoga and life with devotion and awe. Her style is unique and dynamic, poetically blending vinyasa with yoga philosphy, chanting, pranayama, and meditation. Her desire is to inspire all to experience life with compassion, patience and reverence. Within the Portland-based studios where she teaches (North Portland Yoga, SunGate Studio, and Yoga Bhoga), Sweethome has become notorious for her instinctive ability to nurture, guide and challenge her students through an impeccable combination of both a spiritual and physical practice.

Sweethome’s dedication to the equality, peace and well-being of all sentient beings is felt within each of her classes. After 25 years of teaching, her classes incorporate her learnings from key teachers in her life (Colleen Swantner, Sharon Gannon, David Life and Tias Little, Michael Stone and many more), as well as her connection to music/sound and Qigong.

In addition to her studies with Sharon Gannon at the Yasodhara Ashram in Canada, another notable journey for Sweethome was in 2010 when she traveled to India to study vedic chanting at the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram. Sound and vibration have a huge influence her classes, workshops and retreats, as well as within her ongoing journey of self inquiry.

 

WELLNESS RETREAT with Rachel Maroudas

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Our next Wellness Retreat welcomes Rachel Maroudas of Essence of the Mother, a devoted teacher of self-love mastery and sacred ceremonialist, for 5 nights of soul-care and radical ritual from October 29th through November 3rd.

 “To be embodied is to live centered from within one’s self. It is creating a loving relationship of sacred respect and self-care that allows all parts of you to be held in the light of your truest source of love.” – Essence of the Mother

 

This autumnal, witchy retreat will guide us to embody the art of living life as your own radical ritual. Within the 5 days and nights of healing arts, we will journey through daily practices of energetic-magic, ritual and soul nourishment. Retreat also includes:

  • Daily Ritual Ceremony
  • Flower Essence Therapy
  • Mystic Medicine Work
  • Fire Ceremony
  • Daily Sauna
  • Oceanic Communion
  • Living and growing Floral Mandala
  • Self-care downtime

 

THE JOURNEY:

SUNDAY, Oct 29th:
3pm: Check-in
5pm: Intro in the Lodge
6pm: You are the Centerpiece Welcoming Ritual

MONDAY, Oct 30th:
10am: Juice Bar in the Lodge
Kundalini Morning Rising Ritual (time TBD)

TUESDAY, Oct 31st:
10am: Herbal Tea + Talk in the Lodge
Hollow’s Eve Wild Night Ritual (timeTBD)

WEDNESDAY, Nov 1st
Soft Light Temple Ritual (time TBD)
3:30pm: Meditation w/Mamook Wellness in the Wellness Trailer

THURSDAY, Nov 2nd:
The Great Embodiment Ritual (time TBD)
3:30pm: Sound Bath w/Mamook Wellness in the Wellness Trailer
7:45pm: Yoga w/Shanna Gillette in the Pavilion
8:30pm: Group Sauna

FRIDAY, Nov 3rd:
Morning Dew Drops Ritual
Noon: Check-out

*It is possible that the schedule could shift slightly as the event draws nearer*

Offerings provided by Sou’wester lodge include:

  • Full access to our Weekly Community Wellness Offerings
  • Use of our Garden Spa and Finish Sauna
  • Discounted rates with Mamook Wellness for on-site therapeutic massage and body work
  • Complimentary bikes for cruising the Discovery Trail
  • Endless walks on the beach

*** Retreat fee is $175 per person. Lodging fee is $250 for five nights and rooms can be shared, so bring a friend or two!

To register email souwesterwellness@gmail.com

More about Rachel:

As a life coach, profound healer, intuitive counselor and workshop facilitator, Rachel is here to assist others along the path of living fully connected as the greatest version of their “Radiant Self”. 

Through her abilities to be a channel of Divine information, she helps one to heal and revel into their own unique gifts and embrace the art of living life from the foundation of pleasure and purpose.

The times are calling out for you to embody your existence here on Earth as the greatest love story ever to be told. Rachel believes that within every individual is endless potential, a great source of medicine and mystery reminding us that we are a once-in-a-lifetime masterpiece — here to be forever cherished. 

Rachel is seen as a Floral Alchemist and Medicine Woman offering the healing languages of plant spirit medicine through flower essence therapy. She works closely with the flora on a regular basis, while out crafting flower essences within wild landscapes, making floral mandalas and creating her one-of-a-kind floral installation pieces for sacred gatherings, collaborations, events, photo shoots and home altar spaces. She is here raising awareness for the therapeutics that lie within Nature’s gifts of flowers.

“It is my greatest passion to celebrate YOU and your birthright to thrive and come alive in an empowered life of emotional freedom, radical joy and revolutionary love.” – Rachel Maroudas

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Fall & Winter Workshop Series

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This year’s roster of Fall & Winter Workshops boasts over 25 unique and diverse classes. Ranging from art to wellness to nature explorations, there’s sure to be something for everyone! Check out the full list of classes below to plan your stay today.


To RSVP email souwesterfrontdesk@gmail.com or call 360-642-2452

Sat, October 14 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Nourishing Ourselves into Winter with Food and Herbs
 with Lara Pacheco & Paige Common

Sun, Oct 29 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Shorebirds, Seabirds & Little Brown Birds with Mark Elliott

Sat, Nov 4 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Shibori, Batik, & Dip-Dye Using All Natural Indigo with Carolyn Hopkins

Sat, Nov 11 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Writing is Magic: Intuitive Writing with Nick Jaina & Olivia Pepper

Sun, Nov 12 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Writing is Magic: Mythological Writing with Nick Jaina & Olivia Pepper

Sat, Nov 11 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Mushroom Medicinals with Jason Tschimperle

Sat, Nov 11 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Salsa QuickStart Workshop with Sarah Riddle

Sun, Nov 19 @ 11:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Partner Dancing 101 Workshop with Sarah Riddle

Sat, Nov 25 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Settle Your World: Self Empowering Techniques for Fostering a Calm Life in a Wild World with Jason Tschimperle

Sat, Nov 25 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Drawing as Seeing & the Acceptance of Chaos: A Sumi Ink Wash Drawing Workshop with Heather McLaughlin

Sun, Nov 26 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00pm
Cut It Up Art Card Party: “Put A Bird On It” with Mark Elliott

Sat, Dec 2 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Coptic Stitch Bookbinding with Jillian Barthold

Sun, Dec 3 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Creating a Travel Journal with Fay Malloy & Marilyn Zornado

Sun, Dec 17 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Drawing as Seeing: The Figure, Nude & Costume with instructor Heather McLaughlin

Sat, Dec 30 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Plants Allies and Writing Rituals:  To Shift us into a New Year of Personal Resilience with Lara Pacheco & Abby Chroman

Sat, Jan 20 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Still Life Painting Workshop with Jeremy Okai Davis & Kristen Flemington

Sun, Jan 21 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
How We Share Nature: with Pete Brook, Dicky Dahl & Melissa Laurie

Sat, Jan 27 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30pm
Yoga & Ayurveda for Winter Vitality with Elyssia Maya Schaeffer

Sun, Jan 28 @ 10:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Writing Your Conservative Relatives with Jenny Forrester

Sat, Feb 3 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Let’s Make a Sandwich with Tommy Habetz & Jason Cohen

Sun, Feb 4 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Gut-Brain Connection, How to Maintain Mental Health from a Nutritional and Herbal Perspective with Geena Barker & Ingrid Abbate

Sat, Feb 10 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Micro Essay and the Prose Poem with Martha Grover & July Westhale

Sun, Feb 11 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Objects / Belongings: Writing and Drawing about Our STUFF with Kate Bingaman-Burt

Sat, Feb 17 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Poetry Through List Making with Heather Douglas

Sun, Feb 18 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Type/Writing: Experiments in Creative Nonfiction and Zinecraft with Melissa Favara

Sat, Feb 24 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Creative Songwriting, Arranging and Rhythm: Tell Your Story through Song with Katie Sawicki & Zanny Geffel

Sun, Feb 25 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Busy Hands Quiet Minds: Weaving as Meditation with Samantha LaMont & Natalie Novak

Sun, Feb 25 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Hands on Healing for the People with Jason Tschimperle

All workshops are open to the public.
To RSVP email souwesterfrontdesk@gmail.com or call 360-642-2452

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Weekly Wellness Offerings

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Attention: New schedule effective January 2018

These are mini-classes (30-60 mins) offered at the same time/day each week. They are donation-based & open to the public. Join us! Please RSVP.

 

Monday 10:00a Juice & Smoothie Bar from Roots
Tuesday 10:00a – Tea Talk with Brooke Shepard
Wednesday 3:30p – Guided Meditation with Mamook Wellness
Thursday 3:30 – Soundbath with Mamook Wellness
Friday 10:30a – Mindfulness Talk with Shanna Gillette (effective Jan. 2018)
Friday 11:00a – Yoga Shanna Gillette followed by Group Sauna (effective Jan. 2018)
Saturday 9:00a – Guided Meditation with Mamook Wellness
Saturday 10:00a – Soundbath with Mamook Wellness

To sign-up email souwesterwellness@gmail.com w/ class title, date, and time or call 360-642-2542. Please note, we need a minimum of 3 sign-ups per class to run. 

WELLNESS RETREAT with Tatiana Sakurai

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We’re kicking off our new Wellness Retreat programming with our first guest-host Tatiana Sakurai October 1st – 6th!

 

In this full moon retreat , Tatiana will be offering a special edition of the 4 Elements of Infinite Being light-workshop series exploring energy + consciousness tools through a framework of the archetypal energies of the elements of Air/Mind, Fire/Spirit, Water/Emotions, and Earth/Body. Each class in the series will include intellectual and experiential elements of mindfulness, guided meditation/visualization, consciousness tools, and energy work. There will also be time for sharing and exploring applications.

Offerings by Tatiana include:

  • Opening Circle: Group Meditation/Energy Work Healing 
  • 4 daily 2-hour workshops 
  • Closing Circle: Full Moon
  • Special discounts on private sessions ($50/hr…almost 30% off)

Offerings provided by Sou’wester lodge include:

  • Full access to our Weekly Community Wellness Offerings (schedule below) as you see fit
  • Use of our Garden Spa and Finish Sauna
  • Scheduled studio time in our Wellness Trailer
  • Discounted rates with Mamook Wellness for on-site therapeutic massage and body work
  • Complimentary bikes for cruising the Discovery Trail
  • Endless walks on the beach

 

SOU’WESTER COMMUNITY WELLNESS OFFERINGS:

 

*** Retreat fee is $125 per person. Lodging fee is $250 for five nights and rooms can be shared, so bring a friend or two!

To register email souwesterwellness@gmail.com

To learn more about Tatiana’s work:
www.tatianasakurai.com

To book private sessions:
www.tatianasakurai.schedulista.com

 

RETREAT SCHEDULE:

SUNDAY, Oct 1st:
3pm: Check-in
5pm: Intro in the Lodge
6pm: Retreat Opening Circle w/group meditation + energy work in the Pavilion

MONDAY, Oct 2nd:
10am: Juice Bar in the Lodge
11am to 1pm: 4 Elements of Infinite Being: AIR in the Pavilion
2pm to 6pm: Private Sessions w/Tatiana available in the Wellness Trailer

TUESDAY, Oct 3rd:
10am: Herbal Tea + Talk in the Lodge
11am to 1pm: 4 Elements of Infinite Being: FIRE in the Pavilion
2pm to 6pm: Private Sessions w/Tatiana available in the Wellness Trailer

WEDNESDAY, October 4th
11am to 1pm: 4 Elements of Infinite Being: WATER in the Pavilion
3:30pm: Meditation w/Mamook Wellness in the Wellness Trailer

THURSDAY, Oct 5th:
11am to 1pm: 4 Elements of Infinite Being: EARTH in the Pavilion
3:30pm: Sound Bath w/Mamook Wellness in the Wellness Trailer
6 to 7pm: Retreat Full Moon Closing Circle in the Pavilion
7:45pm: Yoga w/Shanna Gillette in the Pavilion

FRIDAY, Oct 6th:
Noon: Check-out

*it is possible that the schedule could shift slightly as the event draws nearer*

Art Gallery

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Meet the newest addition to the family, our new gallery space in a trailer! The Art Gallery lives in a 1960’s Aloha made in Aloha, Oregon! It was rescued from a neglected RV park in the northern part of the Long Beach Peninsula. After lots of TLC, it has transformed into a bright and beautiful open space to reflect a traditional gallery. It is now part of our Artist Residency Program and the new non-profit organization, Sou’wester Arts.

Our first exhibit, Pop Up Trailer Show, opened on August 11th and features original work from participants of our Artist Residency Program. Artists include: John Frentress, Nicky Kriara, Nicole J Georges, Shelley Short, Joe Chasse, Jane E Herrold, Carol Aust, Bradley Delay, J Junkins, Patrick Carrico, Aaron Tate, Erin Engstrom, as well as additional anonymous artists.

Art pictured above by Nicky Kriara

 

Interested in curating a show?
Send us a proposal at souwesterlodge@gmail.com

 

The Champion: Analog Recording Studio on Wheels

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This gem is a new addition to our Artist-In-Residence Program

 

The Champion is a 1968 Ford motor home converted to an analog recording studio by Curly Cassettes. Rent it nightly or weekly through our Artist Residency Program. Call to book (360) 642-2542. 

Here’s the deal with equipment:

  • Basic microphones (SM-57/SM-58) and cables.
  • Two built in guitar amplifiers (can be mic’d or use direct out) as well as a
  • Vintage Califone Record Player/ Tube Amp
  • Short scale (64 key) Marco Polo acoustic piano!
  • Milk crate full of percussion
  • 2 Track Stereo Cassette Recorder – Cassettes available in Sou’ Store
  • Stereo 1/4″ Reel-To-Reel Recorder (Akai GX-215D) Reels available in Sou’ Store
  • Residents are encouraged to bring their own microphones, instruments and
  • recording devices/ laptops

Leave an Audio Artifact at the main desk and you will be included in the annual Champion mix tape series!

New Projects at the Sou’wester

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We love all the Oodles of Projects Happening at the Sou’wester!

May 26th 2015

Here’s a New Project Happening at the Sou’wester: We have a wonderful new handpainted mural almost finished in the Main Lodge at the Sou’wester.

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Thank you April for sharing your talents!

British Art Publication to be released soon.

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The Quarterly, Issues 3, Tribes to be released soon.

Tribes are something we’re all a part of whether we choose to recognise them or not. From your family to your friends, to those you work alongside or interact with directly or indirectly on a daily basis. Issue Three of The Quarterly is a celebration of the ties and connections which bind people together.

Issue three of The Quarterly tells the stories of those groups of people, brought together by love or circumstances, showing the contrasts in the lives of others that surround us all on a daily basis.

Thanks for Jill Mason & Phil Chester of HART for coming out.

160 Pages

No adverts. No filler.
Creativity without the Exploitation.

 

 

Thanks to HART for coming out.

Nick Jaina to kick off Sou’wester ARTIST RESIDENCY 2013

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We’re please to announce that Nick Jaina will perform Saturday, August 28th to kick off the Sou’wester Artist Residency Program.

The Sou’wester is located at 3728 J Place, on the Seaview Beach Approach Road, in Seaview, Wa.

8pm.

Nick can claim the title of most frequent performer at the Sou’wester. He has also participated in the 20 song game during one of his own Artist Residnecy, described in his usual lucid poetic style here.

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http://nickjaina.com/

welcome the fall’s light!.

call 360 642 2542 for more information.

 

Artist In Residence: A New Song from Scott Arthur Magee

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Check out this new song recorded at the Sou’Wester by our most recent Artist-In-Residence Scott Arthur Magee:
https://soundcloud.com/d-j-cooky-parker/g-a-p-band-outstanding-nghtmvs

The Sou’Wester offers amazing discounts on week long residencies for creatives of all mediums, contact the Sou’Wester Lodge for details.

The Sou’Wester Lodge
3728 J Place
Seaview WA, 98644
360-642-2542
souwesterlodge@gmail.com
http://souwesterlodge.com

Just Added! Nervous And The Kid Brings Folk Stylings to The Sou’Wester

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nervousandthekidPortland’s folk darlings Nervous and The Kid will be performing at The Sou’Wester Lodge on August 3 at 8 p.m.  Enjoy great vocal harmonies and soothing music as the 5 piece group offers an unforgettable evening of music.  The group is returning to the coast after recoding their last album in a rented beach house.

As with all Sou’Wester music performances, Nervous and the Kid is free and open tot he public. Come on and all, pick up the groups new record and hear “To Fetch A Glass of Water” live for the first time on the Washington Coast. Donations and the buying of CDs and other merchandise is strongly encouraged.

• For more information on Nervous and The Kid: http://www.nervousandthekid.com

The Renown Alialujah Choir to Perform at The Sou’Wester During Spartan Rally

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The Renown Alialujah Choir to Perform at The Sou’Wester During Spartan Rally

The Alialujah Choir will be performing at the Sou’wester Lodge on July 27th during the first ever all Spartan Rally. They will perform at 8 p.m. on Saturday evening.

The Alialujah Choir consists of a rotating collection of collaborators including the Portland Cello Project, but it’s core is the trio of Adam Shearer and Alia Farah of Wienland, and Adam Selzer (Norfolk & Western) founder of the famed Type Foundry Recording Studio in Portland. The group was founded after coming together to create a song for OPB’s Live Wire! Radio Show’s  “Dearly Departed” benefit album, the band has gone on to record its debut album released by Jealous Butcher Records and garner international awards for the video and song , ‘A House, A Home’, directed by Mark Smith.

The group has appeared on VH1, MTV Canada, & Indie Wire. Its unique sound has been praised far and wide. NPR said, “You’ll notice the sparse nature of the arrangements, which purposely throw the trio’s harmonies into the spotlight.”  Willamette Week wrote, “Alialujah Choir has got the full package: With these talents it’s no surprise the songs are melodically engaging (nor that they are brilliantly produced in Selzer’s capable hands), but the excellent lyricism is a bit surprising”.  Willamette Week also called them, “the best possible kind of supergroup”, and added “This is one of the prettiest albums to come out of Portland”.

The Alialujah Choir is well known for its sparse instrumentalism and harmonized vocals. They have remained committed  “to escaping the commercial pressures of their other bands and return to their love for roots folk music” thus staying true to the art and craft of music making, and have maintained a recording process whereby “no one else could play on the album, or even be present in the studio while the tape was rolling”. This has lead to an equally sparse live show schedule. The Sou’Wester Lodge is lucky to host a band of such high caliber and such rare performances, as they have performed only ten times in three years.  Their music is a bit of a throwback to the sound made famous by the 4AD label in the 1980s and 90s, but with a distinctly Northwest twist.

This first annual “Spartan Only Rally” is first time ever that Spartan trailer owners have held a rally of exclusively the trailers produced by the Spartan Aircraft Company from 1946 until 1960. Also at the rally, will be guest lecturer Shirley Wallace who as a child traveled in an early Spartan Trailer, and even helped her father remodel the trailer, including adding a second floor to the structure.

Organizers of the Spartan Rally are even trying to bring the first Spartan to ever roll off the assembly line “The Silver Queen” to this event, the owners of that trailer are holding a fundraiser to cover the transport expense, and welcome donations of all sizes at: http://www.gofundme.com/31kcyk.

The Spartan Rally is open to the public during the day on July 26 noon to 4pm. Visitors are welcome to come see these amazing vintage trailers up close. Lectures are always free & open to all at The Sou’Wester Lodge in Seaview, Washington. Performers do accept donations and will have CDs and other merchandise available for sale.

• For more information on The Alialujah Choir: http://alialujah.com/

• See The Alialujah Choir’s award winning music video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_X29ja3BiQ

• More information on the Spartan Only Rally (July 26-27): https://www.facebook.com/events/101692466690639/

• For times and activities, or to reserve a room or a trailer at The Sou’Wester:

The Sou’Wester Lodge
3728 J Place
Seaview WA, 98644
360-642-2542
souwesterlodge@gmail.com
http://souwesterlodge.com

Airstream Rally Coming To The Sou’Wester Lodge On July 11-12-13

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The Historic Sou’Wester Lodge is hosting a variety of vintage travel trailer rallies all Summer and Fall, with an Airstream Trailer Rally kicking things off on July 11 – 13.

Airstream is the leader of restored trailers, and this rally will be full of amazing restorations and mint trailers from around the USA. Restoring and showing off Vintage Travel Trailers has become almost as popular as hot rod shows over the last decade, and the changing face of “RVing” has become increasingly younger, as the lure of the open road and being able to bring one’s own accommodations has risen in popularity.

The Vintage Airstream Rally is already fully booked Airstream Rally, on July 11 through 13th. While all of the spaces are filled, the public is welcome to come and enjoy these lovingly maintained and restored gems.

Live music will be provided Saturday, July 13 at 8 p.m. by high energy rhythm & blues band, The Resolectrics. (Hear them here: http://resolectrics.bandcamp.com/).
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PRESS RELASE: The Sou’Wester Lodge Welcomes New Air Float Trailer for Rent

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The Sou’Wester is preparing to add a new vintage travel trailer to the fleet of rentable trailers at the historic lodge, it will be the first Airfloat Land Yacht to grace their diverse collection.

The Airfloat’s were manufactured starting in 1930 in Los Angeles, they are iconic symbols of freedom on the American Road, with it’s sliver body and porthole windows. The Airfloat was the inspiration for the book “The Long, Long Trailer” by Clinton “Buddy” Twiss, which became a movie in 1954 starring Lucille Ball and Desi Arnes.

The Sou’Wester Lodge on the Long Beach Peninsula has been offering the unique opportunity to stay in one of their fleet of vintage Spartans, Airstreams, and others for around 30 years. All of the trailers, along with their rustic lodge and cabins offer guests a one of a kind experience at the beach.

The Airfloat Land Yacht arrives on Wednesday, June 12th and will be ready for reservations almost immediately, it is in mint condition and offers a comfy king size bed for visitors to relive those early days of road tripping.

For more information contact:
The Sou’Wester Lodge
38th & J Place on the Seaview Beach approach
Seaview, Washington
360-642-2542
www.souwesterlodge.com
souwesterlodge@gmail.com

Help Bring the Very First Spartan Travel Trailer to The Sou’Wester!

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In 1945, oil tycoon J. Paul Getty had a vision to create the very best mobile home possible, today Thandi Rosenbaum has a vision to bring that prototype trailer to the Historic Sou’Wester Lodge as part of the first ever Spartan Rally.  Don Denning, Spartan aficionado, is organizing the event, which welcomes all Spartans of all years and in all conditions. There will be trailer tours, a bonfire, and lots of fun happenings.

The very first Spartan trailer with rolled into the world in 1945. It was the brainchild of the Spartan Aircraft Company that built aircrafts during the World War II. After the war, housing was short and the need for war planes no longer a priority, so owner J. Paul Getty produced the first Spartan based the design of one of the companies planes. The Spartan was produced from 1946 until 1960.

The Trailers were built to the highest possible standards, with many deco style design elements. They were considered the “Cadillac” of trailers, some reaching 50 feet in length.

The Historic Sou’Wester Lodge in Seaview, Washington is hosting the very first “All Spartan Rally” coming July 26, 27, and 28th, 2013. They are calling all Spartans and a Spartan fans from across the USA to join them in celebrating this amazing specimen of workmanship and American ingenuity.

They have even been offered the rare opportunity to display the very first Spartan prototype trailer produced. Obviously, these trailers are not easy to move, so the trailer’s owner has created a crowd funding campaign to bring the trailer to the Long Beach Peninsula for this once in a lifetime event.

• To help bring the Spartan Silver Queen to the rally, go to http://www.gofundme.com/31kcyk and make a pledge.

• Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/101692466690639/

• For more on the Spartan Trailer and the Spartan Rally contact Don Denning: spartanrally@live.com

PRESS RELEASE: Vintage Travel Trailers To Invade Long Beach Peninsula All Season

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Vintage Travel Trailers To Invade Long Beach Peninsula All Season

The Historic Sou’Wester Lodge will be hosting a variety of vintage travel trailer rallies all Summer and Fall, including the first ever ALL Spartan Rally in July.

Restoring and showing off Vintage Travel Trailers has become almost as popular as hot rod shows over the last decade, and the changing face of “RVing” has become increasingly younger, as the lure of the open road and being able to bring one’s own accommodations has risen in popularity.

The vintage travel trailer season opens with the already fully booked Airstream Rally, on July 11 through 13th. While all of the spaces are filled, the public is welcome to come and enjoy these lovingly maintained and restored gems.

Then, the first ever All Spartan Rally will be held on July 26, 27, and 28th. Space for this historic event is still available, so pack up your Spartan Travel Trailer and head to the beautiful beaches of Seaview, Washington. The Historic Sou’Wester Lodge is only steps from the beach, and offers their own array of vintage travel trailers for rent, including four vintage Spartans of their own.

More events include the Rolling Oldies Rally held August 9 through 11, which brings together a variety of vintage trailer fans and fanatics for a weekend of fun, plastic flamingoes, and incredible trailers. This event is full, but visitors are welcome to come by and wander the grounds.  Luckily, space is still available during the national Tin Can Tourists “Camping Weekend”, September 27 and 28th, featuring a pot luck, an open house and a campfire. Sign up to be part of the fun.

Come to The Sou’Wester with your own vintage trailer, or rent one of theirs anytime all year round to experience the fun, the whimsy, and the history of Vintage Travel Trailers.

The Sou’Wester is located in Seaview, Washington, on the Long Beach Peninsula.
www.souwesterlodge.com
360-642-2542

Schedule of Events:

Airstream Rally
July 11-12-13, 2013
(This event is full, but the public is welcome to come and check out the vintage Airstream trailers.)

FIRST EVER! Spartan ONLY Rally
July 26-27-28, 2013
(Space is still available!)

ROVT (Rolling Oldies Vintage Trailers) Rolling Oldies Rally
Aug 9-10-11, 2013
http://www.rovt.org
(This event is full, but the public is welcome to come and check out the vintage trailers.)

Tin Can Tourist “National Camp Out Weekend”
Sept. 27 & 28th
http://www.tincantourists.com
(This is part of a national event happening across North America.)

Grenada Chocolate Available at The Sou’Wester

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The Sou’Wester is proud to sell chocolate bars and cocoa powder from Grenada Chocolates.
Grenada Chocolate is a sustainable cooperative of cocoa famers who take their product from the plant to the chocolate bar  in one location. The chocolate is then shipped to America on a large sailboat, in a special climate controlled locker.
Founder Mott Green started the company in 1999 with a dream to produce quality chocolate in the best possible way for farmers and chocolate lovers.
Mott passed away on June 1, 2013, but the Grenada Chocolate Company will carry on and continue following his goals and keeping the fine chocolate coming in his honor.
A variety of chocolate bars are available at The Sou’Wester Lodge’s Market. The store is open fro 9 am to 9 pm daily.

More on Grenada Chocolate: http://www.grenadachocolate.com/

PRESS: The Portland Mercury says:

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“While the lodge has provided a creative oasis for over a century, Portland transplant Thandi Rosenbaum and Kathy Duffy are in the process of creating it as an active host for Northwest culture. Typically, coast culture conjures pastel galleries, bead shops and seashell art. Forget driftwood furniture, forget taffy shops, the Sou’wester breathes new life into Seaview, WA and draws a wide audience from the likes of Portland, Seattle and Olympia. “

~ The Portland Mercury

Curly Cassettes Announces Recordings of All Live Performances at The Sou’Wester Lodge

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The famed all cassette record label Curly Cassettes has announced that they will be recording and releasing cassettes of every live musical performance at The Historic Sou’Wester Lodge on the Long Beach Peninsula in Southwest Washington.

Owner and founder of Curly Cassettes Sam Farrell was determined to produce every live performance in the historic lodge’s warm and inviting (and acoustically perfect) parlor. All of these releases will be available at The Sou’Wester Lodge and everywhere Curly Cassettes are sold.

For a full list of the bands and performers recorded at the lodge, contact
Curly Cassettes:
http://curlycassettes.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Curly-Cassettes/327619803936606

Or contact the Sou’Wester Lodge:
360-642-2542
souwesterlodge@gmail.com
www.souwesterlodge.com

Artist Residency A Huge Success!

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artist resSou’Wester Lodge Artist in Residence Program Celebrates Successful Season of Art and Craft

The Historic Sou’Wester Lodge is proud to announce their first Artist In Residence Program was a huge success. Artists came from all over the Northwest to pursue intense study and practice in a variety of mediums from painting to candle making, songwriting to video production.

Reservations for the 2013 Artist Residency Season are being taken now.  The program offers a distraction free week devoted to your creative pursuits. The residencies are $200-300 per week.

The end of the 2012 Sou’Wester Artist Residency Program culminated in an incredible group show held at the lodge in April 2013. Participants included Katy Davidson, Darren Hanlon, Sarah Shields, Pamela Davis, Joe Chase and many more.  The Sou’Wester is taking applications for the next Artist Residency Program starting in the Fall of 2013.

For the full list go to: http://souwesterlodge.com/artists/

To be part of the Fall/Winter program in 2013, contact:  
The Sou’Wester Lodge
PO Box 102
Seaview, Washington 98644
360-642-2542
souwesterlodge@gmail.com
www.souwesterlodge.com