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  Happy New Year! Fill your new agendas with exciting events, products and services during the month of January. Snowshoe walks, theatre, an interior design workshop, networking evenings, seminars and much, much more.  
   
  Events
  Announcements are listed in chronological order. Products & Services are listed below.
eVoice announcement Sat Jan 10 BAO BOUTIQUE, 19 RUE NEUVE DU MOLARD, 1204 GENEVA
  SPECIALIST IN CULTURED PEARLS FROM ASIA, SOUTH SEAS, TAHITI seasons SALE starts jan 10th until jan 31st. 25 percent discount on many beautiful pearl necklaces, jewellery. open from 11:00 to 18:00 non stop, except mondays. tel: 022 312 2400
 
eVoice announcement Tue Jan 13 Interior Design Workshop
  Suitable for anyone interested in interior design and wishing to get more involved in this field by acquiring a comprehensive methodology and basic techniques. This seminar is created and taught by Jorge Cañete, interior designer, graduate of the London Metropolitan University and member of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA). His work includes corporate projects for international brands and residential projects.Practical exercises will lead you to create, step by step, your interior design project that is a true philosophy. Info: www.jorgecanete.com info@jorgecanete.com
 
eVoice announcement Wed Jan 14 Simply Zest! Weight Loss Clubs
  Based on a lifestyle concept that encompasses health, well-being and zest for life, our comprehensive weight loss programme is realistic, achievable and sustainable. Run by Dr Michelle Wright (English GP) and Vanessa Shaw (Life Coach). Meet as from 14 January 2009 every Wednesday evening from 18:15-19:45 at Webster University, Bellevue, Geneva. You can start and finish the programme at any time. Note that exceptionally we will meet on Thursday 22nd January and not Wednesday 21st. For more information and to register visit www.simplyzest.com
 
eVoice announcement Mon Jan 19 NEW COURSE - Awakening of the Sensual Goddess
  These workshops are designed as a powerful transformational rite of passage into your true self. This is a journey of the soul, an empowering of the feminine and an encounter with the incredible beauty of your inner being. A course of 6 workshops, once every other week, starting on the 19th of January Time: 20h-22h Price: CHF 390.- Venue: Geneva For registration, please visit: www.energycentre.healthypages.com
 
eVoice announcement Tue Jan 20 Inauguration Party for new President of USA
  On Tuesday, January 20 from 18:00 to 24:00, you are welcome to witness the swearing in of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States of America. A party will follow the inauguration ceremony. Details will follow.
 
eVoice announcement Thu Jan 22 GWIT: Networking/Reputation Tips: Annual General Meeting + Networking Happy Hour
  This January GWIT is launching a new initiative that will begin at this Annual General Meeting. Join us and participate in identifying great NETWORKING tips and habits that we will explore throughout the year. First topic - Networking and Reputation and after that, at each monthly Networking Happy Hour we'll do a fun exercise that will help you connect with others, hone your skills and get even more out of the unique and wonderful mix of people that GWIT attracts. To learn more about this unique AGM and Networking Happy Hour event - visit www.gwit.ch
 
eVoice announcement Sat Jan 24 Day-time Snowshoe Walks: Jan 24, Feb 21 and Mar 15.
  Guided Day-time Snowshoe excursions for individuals or small groups. Price 80 CHF per person includes: snowshoe rental, guide and transportation to the trails. Place: St-Cergue / VD Dates: Saturdays, Jan 24, Feb 21 and Sunday March 15. Times: 1:00 pm. Meeting points at the Bus station and in Veyrier. Please wear warm ankle boots, water-proof ski pants, hats, gloves and scarves. For more information, or to register please visit: www.rafting-loisirs.ch
 
eVoice announcement Mon Jan 26 Successful Project Management Course
  26-27 January 2009 - Geneva - 2-day hands-on, interactive, fun and practical course on how to run projects for success. We give you the processes, tools, techniques, hints and tips to help you be more efficient and effective in running ANY project. For more information or registration: info@virak.com
 
eVoice announcement Tue Jan 27 GWIT: Great People Decisions - Egon Zehnders International
  GWIT is honored to host: Marc Erzberger - Egon Zehnder International - GREAT PEOPLE DECISIONS A great company — full of great people — is an invaluable asset. It raises our standard of living, lifts our sights, broadens our horizons and gives us hope for the future. “Nothing is more important than knowing how to hire and promote great people.” Claudio Fernández-Aráoz* *author , GREAT PEOPLE DECISIONS, Marc Erzberger will guide us through a set of tools, processes and concepts to spot & nurture real talent – from inside and out. For info and to register please visit www.gwit.ch
 
eVoice announcement Thu Jan 29 29-31 January at 20h00 The Picture of Dorian Gray
  The next HOWARD PRODUCTIONS event is Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray, to be performed by the professional touring theatre company TNT Britain, whose talents have engrossed Geneva audiences over the past eight years. The play is many things: Gothic horror story, Faustain legend, social drama of Victorian London, love story, murder thriller - and a witty comedy! Performances will be at the Salle Centrale in downtown Geneva. Tickets at CHF 35 (some at 30) through the website or tickets@howardprod.ch or after 15 Jan. at Balexert or by telephone on 079 256 7335 (10-12 am weekdays).
 
eVoice announcement Fri Jan 30 Reiki levels 1, 2 and 3 (starting on Jan 30-31st)
  Reiki levels 1, 2 and 3 - Natural and effective method of energy healing - Good for stress and pain relief - Releasing emotions and detoxing - Including the attunements recently discovered from the writings of Dr Usui Reiki 1: Fri. 30th Jan 18h-22hrs & Sat. 31st Jan. 9h-18h Price: CHF 349.- Reiki 2: Sat. 28th Feb & Sun 1st Mar. - 9h30-17h Price: CHF 449.- Reiki 3: Sat. 24th Jan & Sun 25th Jan - 9h30-18h Price: CHF 699.- Venue: Geneva For registration, please visit: www.energycentre.healthypages.com
 
eVoice announcement Thu Feb 05 The Sophro-Ki®/Sophrology Discovery Workshop (Feb5th and Feb18th)
  The ultimate skills for the 21st C, a tried, tested and easy to accomplish method for improving concentration, clarity and energy management. Make 2009 the year you take control of your emotions and energise your life. Dates and Times Part 1: Thursday 5th February Part 2 : Wednesday 18th February Time: 19h - 22h Price: CHF 239.- Part 1: Monday 23rd February Part 2: Wednesday 4th March Time: 19h - 22h Price: CHF 239.- Part 1 & 2 : Saturday 21st March - 10h-17h Price: CHF 239.- Venue: Geneva For registration, please visit: www.energycentre.healthypages.com
 
eVoice announcement Mon Feb 23 4-Day PMP Certification Course
  23-24 Feb and 19-20 March 2009 - Why waste time? If you are looking to become certified as a professional Project Manager, this course is for you. It uses a blended learning approach: a well-balanced mix of classroom training and self-study using probably one of the best web-based tools for the exam preparation. The facilitators have a broad experience as Project Managers of large Projects – their goal is to give you all the hints and tips you will need to be sure to pass the exam! Cost: EURO 2'400 per person, including all material and lunches. See www.virak.com for more details
 
eVoice announcement Mon Mar 02 Anatomy Physiology Diploma Course - starting on March 2nd
  Anatomy Physiology (130 hours) Diploma Course from 2nd March to 13th December Time: every Monday at 18h-22h Venue: Webster University, Geneva Price: CHF 2,900.- A course open to everybody who is interested in finding out how their body works and future therapists who require this diploma in order to be recognised by the Swiss Health Insurances. This course is taught by Thea Marais who has diplomas in General Nursing, Midwifery, Operating Theatre technique and Nursing Education and is a lecturer in Psychology at Webster University. To register visit: www.energycentre.healthypages.com
 
 
  Products & Services
  Announcements are listed in alphabetical order. Events are listed above.
eVoice announcement English Speaking Cancer Association
  Has cancer affected you? ... or someone close to you? At the English Speaking Cancer Association, professionals, cancer survivors and volunteers provide emotional support, practical help and information - in a friendly and confidential environment. For full details of our services, please go to our website: www.cancersupport.ch, or visit the ESCA Drop-in Centre and library at: 150 route de Ferney, Geneva (Located in the Ecumenical Centre at Lac 310) Tel: 022 791 6305 We're open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am to 2 pm.
 
eVoice announcement Judi Hall - Vocal Development & Communication
  Does your voice lack conviction? Is your message being ignored? Do your lack the confidence to speak clearly and effectively in a business or social context? Judi Hall is an experienced voice coach offering one-to-one courses designed to meet individual needs. Courses also for children & teenagers. Coaching for London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art speech & acting exams. Acting audition coaching for drama schools & universities. For details & references visit www.vocaldevelopment.ch or contact judi.hall@sunrise.ch
 
eVoice announcement Library in English Writers' Workshop
  Interested in writing? Creative writing in any format: poems, essays, short stories, novels? The Writers' Workshop meets in order to encourage and develop our abilities in transforming experiences into writing. Open to all members of the Library in English, we meet in the Emmanuel Church building, 3 rue de Monthoux, usually on the 3rd Friday of each month, from 9:30 to 12:30. Contact Bill Lloyd, tel. 022 367 2638, email: blloyd@bluewin.ch, or Peter Brummer, tel. +33 450 74 35 39, email pet234@aol.com. or visit our website on www.thelibrary.ch
 
 
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