This month's Downtown Spotlight is on the Satori Well Being Center
(located above Bayside Engravers)
I write this column for Kitsap Virtual Communities, which is run by Mary Anderson. Now, Mary owns a building in the downtown historic area and has for some time. When I first started writing she was doing some building work and winding her way through the City codes and laws to prepare some space for a group of real estate agents, who were going to lease part of her building. That group of agents was headed by Meisha Rouser, who fell in love with the space and leased it from Mary.
 After the codes and laws were navigated, Meisha and her agents set-up shop in the adorable building; a building which has a lot of history and even its own ghost. Eventually, Meisha realized that she wasn’t happy managing other real estate agents, so she closed down the agency but continued her own real estate work. Discovering her talents and way in life is something she’s pursued throughout her life.
Meisha started out in the computer and tech field but left when she realized it wasn’t something she wanted to continue. Ultimately, she discovered that she’s a teacher and facilitator and an enthusiastic one. She sees selling property as teaching potential buyers about a location and facilitating a sale for the owners. So, she had satisfying work and way too many rooms for her business alone.
At the same time, Meisha was missing her yoga class and opportunities to talk with other people about alternative philosophy and organic well being for the mind, body, and soul. She had difficulty finding a place to go, which had a grounded approach to eastern medicine. So, she had this fantastic and unused space with windows and a view of the water, and she started a yoga class.
People came to the yoga class, and talked about their need for more than yoga. Meisha listened to what they wanted and knowing her own needs, she decided to open her rooms to practitioners of massage, counseling, acupuncture, and herbal medicine. She chose the name Satori Well Being Center and put an ad on Craigslist asking practitioners in grounded-alternative medicine and healing to call. Meisha discovered a wealth of local practitioners when they answered her ads and within months her rooms were filled. That’s not to say she took all comers, she’s been selective.
 Barclay Calvert practices a gentle acupuncture and has an amazing herb store, literally jaw dropping. Kayla Wentworth heals and relaxes using aromatherapy and hypnotherapy, with a specialty in hypnotherapy birthing. Jenifer Suess performs Swedish massage and Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy. There is a licensed counselor who meets with groups and individuals, Jill Senterson. Rachel Jean Harper provides a common sense and scientific approach to nutrition, which she uses to teach her clients to care for their bodies. Betty Ann is a massage therapist who uses all five of your senses to bring you to a place of tranquility and gives you the tools to bring yourself there once you’re home. And, new practitioners contact Meisha regularly.
Oh, I did mention the gorgeous rooms with names like wind, sun, and water? The convenient location? The sense of peace one gets just from walking into Satori? Well, all true. The Well Being Center continues to grow, to meet the needs of people in the area, something visitors and regular customers enjoy.
Rumi, a poet, compared people to a camel, capable of enduring in harsh conditions, but all the time moaning “’Where is the rose garden? Where?!’ While on it’s back it has a bale of roses, perfume from which could grow a thousand gardens. How long will we keep searching for rose gardens?” Satori Well Being Center: Mind, Body and Soul is the place to discover your rose garden. It is the place to learn about your pearls - tranquility, power, and healing – in a grounded way.
Before you make a trip to Poulsbo, be sure to call the center at 866-455-4113 and set-up a couple of appointments. If you visit the website you will find a schedule of events, and you can participate in Reiki healing circles; or you can attend a New Earth Circle, which is like a book club and support in one. And, Satori, hosts evening introductions to the facility and practitioners for those who are beginning to look at and consider alternative medicine and well being. Oh, and be sure to ask Meisha about Satori and what it means.
As always, read below to find out about events at Satori Well Being Center and other events taking place this month in downtown Poulsbo. Enjoy your October and remember to shop local.
Weekly Events
Mondays
There is a writing workshop at The Poulsbohemian Coffee House. It might be full at the moment, so be sure to call and check for space and further information at 360-779-9199.
Tuesdays
Game Night at The Poulsbohemian Coffee House provides an evening of games for card sharks, Scrabble experts, Trivial Pursuit brains, chess strategists, and game lovers of all types; gallons of coffee will flow, goodies consumed, and terrific conversation, competition and rousing fun to be had for all from 7-8pm. There is a $5 cover charge. For more info call The Poulsbohemian at 360-779-9199.
Liberty Bay Bookstore hosts the Day Time Book Group. They always meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. The group chooses a variety of fiction, non-fiction and sometimes classic reads. You don't have to have read the books to come. Just jump in on the discussion. Call for the title of this month’s discussion book - 360-779-5909.
Wednesdays
Liberty Bay Bookstore hosts the Non-Fiction Book Group. This book group is for those who love to read non-fiction. The group meets at 10 a.m. every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Call for current book - 360-779-5909.
On Wednesdays, Sons of Norway invite one and all to attend a Norwegian lunch with sandwiches, desserts, beverages, and sometimes soup. The lunch begins at 11:00am and ends at 2:00pm.
Wednesdays are open-mic music nights at Tizley’s Europub. The mic opens at 8pm and stays open until 11pm, so grab your instrument or your best toe-tapping shoes and head over to Tizley’s. For further information call 360-394-0082.
Sons of Norway hosts Bingo in their Marine Room starting at 6:00pm. Can you imagine hearing your own voice holler out “BINGO!!” and winning the grand prize of $500.00?
On the first and third Wednesdays Heavenly Choices hosts a Reiki Circle. Jessa and Patti, Reiki Masters, welcome all people to their circles (regardless of level). The event is free and starts at 7pm.
Liberty Bay Bookstore hosts the Evening Book Group. The lively discussions begin at 7 p.m (nearly) every third Wednesday. The group doesn't meet every month, so please contact the book store for the group's specific date and book choice.
Thursdays
Liberty Bay Bookstore hosts the Mystery Book Group. Want to branch out into suspense, mystery or thrillers? Come read with us. The group meets on the 4th Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. Call for current book - 360-779-5909.
From 4:00pm to 7:00pm Sip-N-Knitters join up at the Poulsbohemian Coffee House to caffeinate or relax with coffee, tea, and goodies while adding to a scarf which will eventually be twenty-two miles long beating the world record held by some sweet little ol’ Scottish ladies. According to the sign-up sheet, to date, more than 200 men, women, and children have contributed to the effort.
Sons of Norway hosts a gathering of local beginner to master level wood carvers from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The curious are invited to see what they are up to and to appreciate their craft.
Magnolia Tree House hosts a musician’s jam. Fantastic local musicians gather and entertain while attendees enjoy meeting, mingling, conversation, and delicious drinks. There is no cover charge.
On the third Thursday of each month Heavenly Choices hosts a Spiritual Discussion Group. Cindy keeps the group running with the topics participants select. There isn't any cost for the event, which goes from 6:30- 8pm.
Fridays
“Reel Time Fiddle Tune Jam” takes place at The Poulsbohemian Coffee House every second Friday from 7:00-10:00pm. Join in and play your favorite reels, jigs, waltzes, polkas, and take a cheap trip ($2.00 cover charge) to Cape Breton, Quebec, New England, and abroad. Folks who can hold a stick, pick, pluck, or squeeze are welcome. For further info please call Jane Landstra at 360-697-6192.
Tizley’s Europub presents live music to accompany your meal. Groups are the perfect backdrop for a delicious dinner, desert, and a large variety of spirits. For further information call 360-394-0082.
Liberty Bay Bookstore hosts the Joy Luck Book Group on Fridays, starting at 11:00am. If it fits your schedule please join them. The group consistently chooses great reads and does great research, too.
Live theatre is always a treat, and The Jewel Box Theatre opened a comedy by Woody Allen, "Play It Again Sam"; performances will be at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays September 19th through October 11th at the Jewel Box Theatre, 225 Iverson St. in Poulsbo. There will be a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. on September 28th and October 5th. Tickets cost $14 for adults and $12 for seniors, students, and active duty military personnel and their dependents. Tickets are available at the door, at Liberty Bay Books in downtown Poulsbo and at the Kitsap Mall Information Desk in Silverdale. Tickets also can be reserved by calling the theater. For information, call 360.779.9688, Email or visit their Website.
Saturdays
Dancing Paint Brush hosts three different workshops from 10:00am until Noon. Each class is $75 which includes the $40 non-refundable deposit, materials, studio time, instruction, and firing. The Metal Clay Basics class teaches you how to make your own silver jewelry out of Metal Clay; in this fun class, artists twelve and up will learn to manipulate, dry, sand, and finish their pieces. Or artists twelve and up are invited to learn the basics of using frit, stringers & other techniques in the Fused Glass Workshop by creating a 7” plate. And artists of all ages are welcome to attend the Clay Handbuilding Workshop; in the workshop you will learn to slab and throw your own clay. Call Dancing Paint Brush today to sign-up for the class of your choice 360-598-3800.
Magnolia Tree House hosts live music every Saturday night - professional acts and no cover. Enjoy the wonderfully moody and intimate setting. Call today to get details about featured artists. 360-697-1447
Live theatre is always a treat, and The Jewel Box Theatre opened a comedy by Woody Allen, "Play It Again Sam"; performances will be at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays September 19th through October 11th at the Jewel Box Theatre, 225 Iverson St. in Poulsbo. There will be a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. on September 28th and October 5th. Tickets cost $14 for adults and $12 for seniors, students, and active duty military personnel and their dependents. Tickets are available at the door, at Liberty Bay Books in downtown Poulsbo and at the Kitsap Mall Information Desk in Silverdale. Tickets also can be reserved by calling the theater. For information, call 360.779.9688, Email or visit their Website.
Tizley’s Europub features live music on Saturday nights. The pub boasts excellent spirits and an excellent selection of wine, beers, deserts, and meals. Start times vary slightly and artists vary, so give them a call at 360-394-0082 for specific dates, start times, and artist information.
Events By Day
Tuesday, September 30th
Satori Well Being Center hosts Aromatherapy with Essential Oils from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Learn about Oils for healing, cleansing, emotional uplift, pain, cuts scrapes and everyday use. Come learn, enjoy, share, and experience these healing oils! Open to the Public ($15.00 donation for materials). For more information call 866-455-4113.
Saturday, October 4th
On the first Saturday of every month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm word and rhythm lovers are invited to attend the Armchair Reading Series at The Poulsbohemian Coffee House. This month’s featured readers are Janet Norman Knox and Martha Silano. After the featured readers, attendees are invited to share their poems and short stories with a warm and accepting audience. This is a great place to meet local writers and to be introduced or to stay in touch with the local writing scene. For more information please call 360-626-9025
Thursday, October 9th
At 6:30pm, Liberty Bay Bookstore hosts Dr Stephen Curtis PHD, who will present his book Your Childs Puzzling Behavior. Call the store at 360-779-5909
for more information.
Friday, October 10th
Satori Well Being Center hosts a New Earth Circle from 12pm to 2pm. New Earth Circle: Inspired by Eckhart Tolle's book "The New Earth", this circle is for those wanting to incorporate the teachings into their lives. Opened to all of the public, this is a great opportunity to get with other like minded individuals traveling the same path. For more information call 866-455-4113.
Saturday, October 11th
Front Street in Downtown Poulsbo hosts Ghoulsbo from 11am to 4pm. Different merchants will host special events for children like Liberty Bay Book’s Spooky story time at the store with arts and crafts. They can also decorate pumpkins, make masks, touch a fire truck, hear scary stories, have their picture taken with the mayor, see the cast of Willie Wonka and much much more. Any donation will be given to the Marine Science Center. North Kitsap Herald is sponsoring with their advertising in their paper. A colorful poster can be seen throughout the town. For more information call Eileen at Heavenly Choices, 360-697-6765 about this free fun event.
Saturday, October 18th
First Lutheran Church hosts its annual Lutefisk and Lefse Dinner. The doors open at 11:30am and close at 5:30pm. The annual Lutefisk and Lefse Dinner features over 2000 pounds of lutefisk and 2000 pieces of lefse, which is flat, unleavened Scandinavian bread! The will also serve meat balls & gravy, potatoes, dinner salad, sliced tomatoes, sherbet and Norwegian cookies, & beverages. Poulsbo tradition since 1912 (95 years) - not to be missed! Tickets at the Door or call 360-779-2622 for advanced seating. For more information visit their Website.
Heavenly Choices hosts their Fall Psychic Fair at 19020 Front Street from 10:30am -5:30pm. The Annual Fall Psychic Fair includes 4-5 readers, henna artist, chair massage, aura photography, and in-store sales. For more information call 360-697-6765.
Monday, October 20th
Satori Well Being Center hosts a New Earth Circle from 6pm to 9pm. New Earth Circle: Inspired by Eckhart Tolle's book "The New Earth", this circle is for those wanting to incorporate the teachings into their lives. Opened to all of the public, this is a great opportunity to get with other like minded individuals traveling the same path. For more information call 866-455-4113
Saturday, October 25th
At 2pm, Liberty Bay Bookstore hosts June Cotner and a rep from Guide Dogs for the Blind with a puppy in training. June will talk about her new poetry book, Dog Blessings.
Friday, October 31st
All of downtown Poulsbo turns into a Halloween town. Front Street is closed to traffic and you are invited to wear your costume and "Trick or Treat" in Historic Downtown Poulsbo on Halloween! Watch for Fairies, Pirates, Clowns and many more as they roam the street in search of a treat! Bring a non-perishable food donation for the Fishline Food Bank, you will receive a candy treat from local Merchants |
