Review our Calendar of upcoming events including: Conference and Workshop Presentations, Workshops and Intensives, Facilitator Training, Retreats and Global Mentorship Gatherings. Contact information is listed per calendar event.

If you have any additional questions please connect with us.
 

July 2009

Washington

USA

VIRTUES SUMMER INSTITUTE & MENTORSHIP

Would you like to:

·     Navigate confidently through tough times?

·     Discover and act from your true moral compass?

·     Set clear boundaries with relevant consequences for yourself, in your family, at work?

·     Learn a new positive language with virtues?

·     Reduce fear, criticism and negative behavior?

·     Chart a clear course for yourself, your goals, and your life?

·     Create an environment of respect, integrity, and excellence in schools, organizations, and families

Learn to navigate by the light of your virtues and use the five strategies of The Virtues Project™ to chart your course. Choose from the menu below:

Seattle, WA at Seattle University in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.  Lodging and meals available on-site.

July 6 & 7/ INTRODUCTION TO THE VIRTUES PROJECT™: AWAKENING THE GIFTS OF CHARACTER This 12-hour course includes the basic principles and the five strategies of The Virtues Project™.

July 8/MENTORING PART 1: SETTING YOUR SAIL A one-day practicum and deepening to integrate the virtues and strategies you’ve learned in the 2 Day Intro., using arts, crafts and fun activities. Also available as a refresher for those taking the Facilitator Program July 9-11.

July 9, 10, 11/THE VIRTUES PROJECT FACILITATOR PROGRAM for those who want to facilitate in organizations, schools, parenting, & communities.

July 12/MENTORING PART 2: TAKING THE HELM For Virtues Project Facilitators & Master Facilitators who wish to receive mentoring on a variety of topics.

Master Facilitators: Betsy Lydle Smith & Lynda Brooke

Early Bird rates before March 31; discounts for registering for more than one program.

Don't miss this exciting opportunity! 
For details, go to http://virtuestraining.com/Virtues_Summer

REGISTER TODAY! Contact betsy@virtuestraining.com

New York

USA

Introduction to the Virtues Project™: Awakening the Gifts of Character

This two-day experiential workshop explores how the principles and five strategies of The Virtues Project™ can be used at home, in the workplace and in the community to bring out the best in ourselves and others.  It is ideal for individuals, parents, and professionals, and a pre-requisite to the three-day Facilitator Training.

Location:         694 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401

Dates:             July 17 & 18 2009

Times:             Friday & Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Registration:    8:30 – 9:00 am Friday

Cost:               $225 US, includes workshop materials, lunches and snacks

Michigan

USA

Introduction to the Virtues Project™: Awakening the Gifts of Character

We welcome you to come and learn the five strategies of The Virtues Project™.  You will learn personal tools for living our best lives.  This workshop applies to each of us very much on a personal level as well as for our families.  You will learn simple ways to develop your virtues – your gifts of character.  See how easily you can create a culture of caring at home, school and work.  Hear stories from some of the 94 countries around the world where The Virtues Project™ is being implemented successfully.

The Virtues Project course is for everyone parents, teachers, counselors, administrators, school staff, child care, social workers, youth leaders, community and business leaders.   Learn how to mentor others effectively, transform bullies to leaders and positive discipline based on restorative justice.  This course is a pre-requisite for the 3-day Virtues Project Facilitator Training.

Four Three hour classes   2-5 pm

50702 Van Dyke Ave.

Shelby Township, MI 48317

Limit 30

www.virtuouslife.org

Cost:  Offering of your choice

Facilitator:  Tina Viviano

Western Australia

Australia

Introduction to the Virtues Project™: Awakening the Gifts of Character

Learn how to apply the four principles and five strategies of The Virtues Project to bring out the best in ourselves and others, and live to our highest values.  An educational and fun approach is achieved through experiential and interactive activities in groups and individual work. This course is for individuals, families, educators, organizations, and community and business leaders. It is a prerequisite for The Virtues Project Facilitator Program.

Bring out the best in yourself and others at home, in the classroom, the workplace and the community.

Learn 5 Strategies to:

• Strengthen communication, using virtues to acknowledge, guide and correct

• Recognize teachable moments without shaming and blaming to help build resiliency and develop authentic self-esteem

• Set clear boundaries based on "Restorative Justice" and become responsible, respectful and trustworthy individuals

• Honor the spirit of individuals inspire unity

• Companion others to find clarity and their own solutions

• Utilize these strategies to create a more joyful and peaceful connection with others in families, workplaces, schools and community.

This training is ideal for parents; educators; counselors; volunteers; professionals of any discipline; organizations; those interested in supporting personal growth to create a culture of respect, responsibility and care.

Note: this introduction is a prerequisite for enrolment in the 3-day Facilitator Intensive Training

Dates: Friday & Saturday, July 24th & 25th

Time: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Location: City Beach High School Library, Kalinda Drive, City Beach, Perth.

Cost: $230  or $195 EARLY BIRD rate before July 3rd

[includes materials, lunches, & snacks]

Master Facilitator: Jill Kennedy

Register: Contact Jill at jillik@bigpond.com or call  08 9446 9092

Alberta

Canada

Introduction to the Virtues Project™: Awakening the Gifts of Character

Learn how to apply the four principles and five strategies of The Virtues Project to bring out the best in ourselves and others, and live to our highest values.  An educational and fun approach is achieved through experiential and interactive activities in groups and individual work. This course is for individuals, families, educators, organizations, and community and business leaders. It is a prerequisite for The Virtues Project Facilitator Program.

CREATE A CULTURE OF CHARACTER AND CARING with this simple, effective, strengths-based, positive, proactive program. Cultivate respect & responsibility. Build resiliency authentic self-esteem & self-confidence.  Manage anger & counteract bullying behavior. Resolve conflict peacefully. Learn to set boundaries for healthy relationships & safety. Honour diversity & develop unity.

Date/Time: July 27 & 28, 2009  ~  Monday & Tuesday  ~ 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: The FCJ Centre is a lovely retreat on the Elbow River in the middle of Calgary. There is plenty of free parking. For address, and directions go to www.fcjsisters.ca/fcjcentre. (for affordable accommodation at the centre contact them directly by email)

Presented by: Virtues Project Master Facilitator, Donna Wheatcroft,  B.Ed.

Fee: $250.00 (includes lunches, snacks, beverages, and materials) Virtues Project resources will be available for you to purchase at the workshop.

Alberta

Canada

The Virtues Project™ Facilitator Programme

Prerequisite: Introduction to The Virtues Project™ (see above)

Deepen in the five strategies and the four principles of The Virtues Project with hands-on activities. You are invited to  participate in a team presentation to give you practice in  facilitating The Virtues Project in schools, families, communities or workplaces. Leave with a prepared presentation in your area of interest.

Date/Time:  July 29 - 31, 2009  Wednesday, Thursday, Friday  9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: The FCJ Centre is a lovely retreat on the Elbow River in the middle of Calgary. There is plenty of free parking. For address, and directions go to www.fcjsisters.ca/fcjcentre. (for affordable accommodation at the centre contact them directly by email) 

Presented by: Virtues Project Master Facilitator Donna Wheatcroft B.Ed

Fee:  $450.00 Add $175.00 for the Facilitator's Manual binder, and/or $75.00 for the CD (fee includes lunches, snacks and materials) Virtues Project books and other resources will be available for purchase at the workshops. The Educator's Guide and/or The Family Virtues Guide are required for the Facilitator Intensive

For further information and/or a registration form contact: Donna Wheatcroft ~ Ph.403-282-1343,Fax403-210-2913, heartswork@shaw.ca   

New York

USA

Introduction to the Virtues Project™: Awakening the Gifts of Character

Personal, Professional & Organizational Development

Learn how to apply the four principles and five strategies of The Virtues Project to bring out the best in ourselves and others, and live to our highest values.  An educational and fun approach is achieved through experiential and interactive activities in groups and individual work. This course is for individuals, families, educators, organizations, and community and business leaders. It is a prerequisite for The Virtues Project Facilitator Program.

CREATE A CULTURE OF CHARACTER AND CARING with this simple, effective, strengths-based, positive, proactive program. Cultivate respect & responsibility. Build resiliency authentic self-esteem & self-confidence.  Manage anger & counteract bullying behavior. Resolve conflict peacefully. Learn to set boundaries for healthy relationships & safety. Honour diversity & develop unity.

Date: Thursday and Friday July 30-31, 2009, 8:30-4:00

 Location:        Jamestown Community College

                        260 N. Union Street, Olean, NY 14760

Facilitator Geri Lynn Peak, certified Virtues Project facilitator

Price: $275.00

To register or for more information, contact Lynda Kockler at

LyndaKockler@mail.sunyjcc.edu or 716 376-7506

For more on Virtues Project: www.virtuesproject.com

For more on the facilitator: www.twogemsconsulting.com

August 2009

Wisconsin

USA

Illinois

USA

Introduction to the Virtues Project™: Awakening the Gifts of Character

We welcome you to come and learn the five strategies of The Virtues Project™.  You will learn personal tools for living our best lives.  This workshop applies to each of us very much on a personal level as well as for our families.  You will learn simple ways to develop your virtues – your gifts of character.  See how easily you can create a culture of caring at home, school and work.  Hear stories from some of the 94 countries around the world where The Virtues Project™ is being implemented successfully.

The Virtues Project course is for everyone parents, teachers, counselors, administrators, school staff, child care, social workers, youth leaders, community and business leaders.   Learn how to mentor others effectively, transform bullies to leaders and positive discipline based on restorative justice.  This course is a pre-requisite for the 3-day Virtues Project Facilitator Training.

August 8,9, 2009

Saturday, Sunday, 9am-4:00pm

395 South Sutton Rd.

Streamwood, IL 60107

Limit 25

www.virtuouslife.org

Cost:  Offering of your choice

Facilitator:  Tina Viviano

New York

USA

The Virtues Project™ Facilitator Intensive

For those who have completed the pre-requisite Awakening the Gifts Within- Introduction to the Virtues Project and wish to facilitate The Virtues Project with others.

• Deepen in the five strategies of The Virtues Project

• Demonstrate and practice hands on activities.

• Utilize the Leader's Manual

• Learn to facilitate The Virtues Project in families, schools, workplace, organizations or communities.

Date: Wed-Fri August 12-14, 2009, 9:00-5:00

Location:        Jamestown Community College

                        260 N. Union Street, Olean, NY 14760

Facilitator: Dara Feldman is Director of Education Initiatives and a Master Facilitator for The Virtues Project International.

 Price: $675.00 (includes $200 in materials)

 To register or for more information, contact Lynda Kockler at

LyndaKockler@mail.sunyjcc.edu or 716 376-7506

 For more on Virtues Project:           www.virtuesproject.com

For more on the facilitator:             www.heartofeducation.net

These intensives are ideal for counselors, educators, volunteers, professionals of any discipline, non-profit organizations, faith communities, parents, virtually 'anyone', who is interested in creating and supporting a culture of respect, responsibility, caring and personal growth in their homes, relationships and work settings.

September 2009

Western Australia

Australia

Deepening in the Virtues ~ 3-Day Facilitator Intensive

For those who wish to deepen in the 5 strategies, and/or facilitate The Virtues Project™ with hands-on activities. You are invited to participate in a team presentation to give you practice in facilitating The Virtues Project in schools, families, communities or workplaces. Leave with a prepared presentation in your area of interest.

Pre-requisite: Attendance at 2 Day Awakening the Virtues Within Workshop or equivalent. Contact Jill if you need clarification of this requirement.

Dates/Times: Thursday 3rd, Friday 4th and Sat 5th September, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Venue: City Beach High School, Kalinda Drive, City Beach, Perth, Western Australia (lodging available nearby)

Cost: $350.00 for 3-days. Early Bird: $295 before Aug 3rd. Add $80.00 for the Facilitator's Manual CD to the 3-day (fee includes lunches, snacks and hand outs) Virtues Project books and resources will be available for purchase at the workshop. The Educator's Guide and/or The Family Virtues Guide are required for the Facilitator Intensive. When you have registered and paid you will be sent confirmation. Your receipt will be available at check-in. Please note that the Leader’s Manual CD must remain the property of the workshop participant, therefore, participants rather than work place establishments, would best pay for this item.

Presenter:  Jill Kennedy, Master Facilitator, Perth, Western Australia

For Further Information: Contact Jill Kennedy: Ph 08 9446 9092 or

Teleseminar

Worldwide

Setting Clear Boundaries

4 Session Teleseminar

• Are you an E-Type Personality? (everything to everyone)

• Do you have trouble  saying no?

• Do you feel guilty when you say no?

• Is your heart's desire the last thing on your 'to do list'?

• Do you sometimes find yourself resenting the people who are closest to you?

• Are you interested in developing strong, safe (yet flexible) healthy boundaries, with your loved ones, family and colleagues?

If you answered yes to any of those questions, you may want to register for this teleseminar, based on the 3rd strategy of the Virtues Project - Set Clear Boundaries.

Work with a closed group of people once a week for a month, (from the comfort and safety of your home or office) and  explore the boundaries in your family of origin, your present boundaries and what boundaries you  would like to create in  future. (and how to create them!)

Dates: Tuesdays -  September 8, 15, 22 & 29th, 2009

Time:  6:00 to 7:30 pm PST

Location:  the comfort of your own home or office

Teleseminar with Virtues Project Master Facilitator: Kate Marsh

Fee:  $99.00  (includes handouts) (if received by August 15th 2009) after August 15th - $ 129.00

This teleseminar is ideal for counsellors, educators, volunteers, professionals of any discipline, parents, grandparents, and partners; anyone who is interested in creating and supporting a culture of respect, responsibility, caring and personal growth in their homes, relationships and work settings. 

 To register or for more information contact:

Kate Marsh, Master Facilitator

October 2009

British Columbia

Canada

Introduction to the Virtues Project™: Awakening the Gifts of Character

Learn how to apply the four principles and five strategies of The Virtues Project to bring out the best in ourselves and others, and live to our highest values.  An educational and fun approach is achieved through experiential and interactive activities in groups and individual work. This course is for individuals, families, educators, organizations, and community and business leaders. It is a prerequisite for The Virtues Project Facilitator Program.

CREATE A CULTURE OF CHARACTER AND CARING with this simple, effective, strengths-based, positive, proactive program. Cultivate respect & responsibility. Build resiliency authentic self-esteem & self-confidence.  Manage anger & counteract bullying behavior. Resolve conflict peacefully. Learn to set boundaries for healthy relationships & safety. Honour diversity & develop unity.

Dates:  Fri., Sat.,  October 23 & 24th , 2009

Time:  9:30 am to 5:00 pm

Location:  Chemainus, BC, Vancouver Island

Master Facilitator: Kate Marsh

Fee:  $259.00 (includes lunches, snacks & handouts)

(Early bird registration, $ 229.00 if received by  September 25th, 2009)

 To register or for more information contact:

Kate Marsh, Master Facilitator

Alberta

Canada

The Virtues Project™ Facilitator Intensive

Prerequisite: Introduction to The Virtues Project™ (see above)

Deepen in the five strategies and the four principles of The Virtues Project with hands-on activities. You are invited to  participate in a team presentation to give you practice in  facilitating The Virtues Project in schools, families, communities or workplaces.

Dates:  Mon., Tues., Wed., October 26, 27 & 28th, 2009

Time:  9:30 am to 5:00 pm

Location:  Chemainus, BC, Vancouver Island

Master Facilitator: Kate Marsh

Fee:  $449.00 (includes lunches & snacks)

Additional fee for required Leader’s Manual $175 +gst or available on CD for $75 +gst or both for $ 200 +gst

(early bird registration, $ 400.00 if received by September 25th , 2009)

November 2009

Alberta

Canada

Introduction to the Virtues Project™: Awakening the Gifts of Character

Learn how to apply the four principles and five strategies of The Virtues Project to bring out the best in ourselves and others, and live to our highest values.  An educational and fun approach is achieved through experiential and interactive activities in groups and individual work. This course is for individuals, families, educators, organizations, and community and business leaders. It is a prerequisite for The Virtues Project Facilitator Program.

CREATE A CULTURE OF CHARACTER AND CARING with this simple, effective, strengths-based, positive, proactive program. Cultivate respect & responsibility. Build resiliency authentic self-esteem & self-confidence.  Manage anger & counteract bullying behavior. Resolve conflict peacefully. Learn to set boundaries for healthy relationships & safety. Honour diversity & develop unity.

Date/Time: November 2 &33, 2009  ~  Monday & Tuesday  ~ 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: The FCJ Centre is a lovely retreat on the Elbow River in the middle of Calgary. There is plenty of free parking. For address, and directions go to www.fcjsisters.ca/fcjcentre. (for affordable accommodation at the centre contact them directly by email)

Presented by: Virtues Project Master Facilitator, Donna Wheatcroft,  B.Ed.

Fee: $250.00 (includes lunches, snacks, beverages, and materials) Virtues Project resources will be available for you to purchase at the workshop.

Teleseminar

Worldwide

The Art of Spiritual Companioning™

 4 session Teleseminar on Deep Listening

• Would you like to be a better listener?

• Are you interested in improving your personal and professional relationships?

• Would you like to help empower people to get to the ‘heart of the matter’ in the issues of their lives?

• Are you interested in connecting with yourself at a deeper level? 

• Is it hard for you to stay detached from other’s pain when you listen to them?

• Would you like to explore a dilemma or issue that has been troubling you? 

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then, maybe you'd like to learn or deepen in the Art of Spiritual Companioning™, which is the 5th strategy of The Virtues Project™.

 The Art of Spiritual Companioning™ is simple, but not easy.......like all good art, it takes time, energy and practice to perfect.   Connect with incredible people and deepen your skill in this valuable way of 'walking along' with others.  (previous Virtues Project training not necessary)

Dates: Tuesdays -  November 3, 10, 17 & 23rd, 2009

Time:  6:00 to 7:30 pm PST

Location:  the comfort of your own home or office

Teleseminar with Virtues Project Master Facilitator: Kate Marsh

Fee:  $99.00  (includes handouts) (if received by October 20th, 2009) after October 20th  - $ 129.00 

"It is obvious that Kate put a lot of care and thought into designing the seminar.  It flowed effortlessly.  I appreciated how the mixture of anecdotes, inspirational quotes, demonstration and practice were weaved together. The space between the sessions allowed me to integrate what I was learning more organically into my life. And Kate held space for us beautifully during the four weeks."  Isabel, teleseminar participant

This teleseminar is ideal for counsellors, educators, volunteers, professionals of any discipline, non-profit organizations, faith communities, parents, grandparents, and partners; anyone who is interested in creating and supporting a culture of respect, responsibility, caring and personal growth in their homes, relationships and work settings. 

To register or for more information contact:   Kate Marsh, Master Facilitator 250-246-9705 

litlefox@island.net  www.katemarsh.blogspot.com

 www.virtuesprojectkatemarsh.ca

Alberta

Canada

The Virtues Project™ Facilitator Programme

Prerequisite: Introduction to The Virtues Project™ (see above)

Deepen in the five strategies and the four principles of The Virtues Project with hands-on activities. You are invited to  participate in a team presentation to give you practice in  facilitating The Virtues Project in schools, families, communities or workplaces. Leave with a prepared presentation in your area of interest.

Date/Time:  November 4 - 6, 2009  Wednesday, Thursday, Friday  9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: The FCJ Centre is a lovely retreat on the Elbow River in the middle of Calgary. There is plenty of free parking. For address, and directions go to www.fcjsisters.ca/fcjcentre. (for affordable accommodation at the centre contact them directly by email) 

Presented by: Virtues Project Master Facilitator Donna Wheatcroft B.Ed

Fee:  $450.00 Add $175.00 for the Facilitator's Manual binder, and/or $75.00 for the CD (fee includes lunches, snacks and materials) Virtues Project books and other resources will be available for purchase at the workshops. The Educator's Guide and/or The Family Virtues Guide are required for the Facilitator Intensive

For further information and/or a registration form contact: Donna Wheatcroft ~ Ph.403-282-1343,Fax403-210-2913, heartswork@shaw.ca   

December 2009

British Columbia

Canada

 The Art of Spiritual Companioning™

One day Intensive on Deep Listening

• Would you like to spend a day with wonderful people, learning how to be a more effective communicator?

• Are you interested in improving your personal and professional relationships?

• Would you like to help empower people to make profound and lasting changes in their lives?

• Are you interested in connecting with yourself at a deeper level? 

• Would you appreciate the time to explore a dilemma or issue that has been troubling you? 

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then, maybe you'd like to spend a day learning or deepening in the Art of Spiritual Companioning, (DEEP LISTENING)  which is the 5th strategy of the Virtues Project.

         Date:  Saturday, December 5th, 2009  

         Time: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm

          Location:  Duncan, BC, Vancouver Island

         Master Facilitator: Kate Marsh

          Fee:  $129.00 (includes lunch, snacks & handouts)

 (Early bird registration, $ 115.00 if received by November 18th, 2008)

The Art of Spiritual Companioning™ is simple, but not easy.......like all good art, it takes time, energy and practice to perfect.   Come to beautiful Vancouver Island for a day long immersion  in this strategy with incredible people and deepen your skill in this valuable way of 'walking along' with others.  (previous Virtues Project training not necessary)

“Kate was an amazing facilitator…..it gave me a lot of insight, thank you” particpant of this workshop

 This intensive is ideal for counsellors, educators, volunteers, professionals of any discipline, non-profit organizations, faith communities, parents, grandparents, and partners; anyone who is interested in creating and supporting a culture of respect, responsibility, caring and personal growth in their homes, relationships and work settings.  

To register or for more information contact:   Kate Marsh, Master Facilitator 250-246-9705 

litlefox@island.net  www.katemarsh.blogspot.com

 www.virtuesprojectkatemarsh.ca