ORANGE COUNTY - BEACH CITIES
SINGLE ADULT CONFERENCE
August 1-3, 2008
The Quest for Excellence
"Let us all try to stand a little taller, rise a little higher, be a little better, make the extra effort. You will be happier." -- Gordon B. Hinckley
Olympic Gold Medalist Peter Vidmar will speak before leaving for China and the 2008 Olympics.
San Francisco Mid-Singles Conference, September 12-14, 2008
Discounted reservations priced at $85/ea are available only until August 1st -at which point prices will increase to $99 per person. Registration is a two-step process and both steps -including payment submission- *must* be completed by that date to lock in the discount. Also, there are a limited # of spaces available for both men and women to ensure a good gender ratio. To register, visit: https://www.sfmidsin gles.com/ registration/ registration. htm and then click on the PayPal link that will immediately be sent to you & follow the instructions for submitting payment. There's no need to have a PayPal account. Check and credit cards are welcome.
The Mid-Singles Conference in San Francisco is *not* your average singles event: it's a fantastic weekend for LDS Mid-Singles ages 27-45 years old and is packed with fun activities, incredible sights, sounds, and flavors in a world-famous city. Here's a quick run-down of events (valued at just more than $200 per person if you tried to price this on your own):
* Sensational kick-off party at a panoramic top-floor venue in the hip SOMA are of downtown San Francisco . This exclusive venue will have tons of games, activities, DJ'd dancing & light show, cozy lounge areas with jaw-dropping city views, sweet treats at our " Sugar Rush Bar " & more
* Private night-time double-decker bus tour of San Francisco 's most famous icons (optional)
* Late night dining & club dancing both nights (optional)
* Activity day (morning devotional, service project, tons of games, activities, & contests, plus a catered lunch & more) in spectacular waterfront Crissy Field w/views of the Golden Gate Bridge & Alcatraz
* Private ice cream sundae party in the new courtyard at world-famous Ghirardelli Square (chocolate!)
* Bay Cruise with DJ'd dancing, hosted beverages, insane views of the city, and more
* All Sunday activities on the grounds of the Oakland Temple including: catered picnic lunch (optional), special tours of a stunning new art exhibit at the Visitor's Center, extended Sacrament Meeting for 800-1000 Mid-singles, followed by a dessert party and then a closing fireside.
* Pre-event temple session (Thursday night), followed by an ice cream party
* No-host group dinners at fun restaurants (variety of cuisines and price points) on Friday and Saturday nights
* Check out the full schedule on our homepage: www.sfmidsingles. com
* Also check out our blog with other helpful info at https://sfmidsingles .blogspot. com
Details, details:
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"Ignite Your Spirit!"
Gathering the mEMBER's to the Fire
Saturday, August 16, 2008
4 PM - Military Care Packages Service Project - bring a dozen cookies, brownies, etc. (We will be assisting with the completion of an Eagle Scout project.)
5 PM - Team Building Activities
7 PM - Dinner will be Served
8 PM - Keynote Speaker - Barry Brimhall (If you've been coming to Institute, you know how terrific Bro. Brimhall is!) Marriage/Family counselor, 21 years as Chaplain in Navy, Princeton Theological School, Masters of Divinity degree, etc. etc.
9 PM to 11:30 PM - Dancing, Camp Fire, S'mores, Games, Desserts, Mingling
WHERE: Blaine & Kari Skousen's Home, 42675 Arjay Drive, Murrieta
This is a great opportunity to bring a non-member friend in a comfortable, inviting atmosphere. For additional info, contact Tracey Robertson (951) 265-3173 or Dave Hennessey (951) 201-6833.
September 19-21, 2008 in Prescott AZ is the time and place for this
year's Northern Arizona Singles Conference.
Prescott is 100 miles north of Phoenix and 100 miles south of the Grand
Canyon. It features a commercial flight with daily flights to/from
Phoenix/Vegas/ LAX.
The related web site should be up soon! Check back for more details.
LDS Singles, St. George, UT
435-628-2233
https://www.ldssinglessg.com
St. George Regional Singles Conference
Sept 10-14 2008
Helaman 3:35
...they did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ...
Keynote Speaker
Ron McMillan
NY Times Bestselling Author
Workshops
"Creating Peace; Extinguishing our Personal Gadianton Robbers"
Matt Eschler, LMFT
We often hold dear secret insecurities and even hide our "favorite sins" so we can hold on to some of the world. Peace is about losing this contentious spirit and wholly accepting the Good News of Christ.
"The Antithesis of the Natural Man"
Dr. Craig Booth
Craigs' knowledge of people in the "temporal" state and his vast gospel knowledge will guide us through to a clear-minded, intelligent understanding. Humor in delivery is guaranteed�don�t miss it!
"One to a Customer"
Rochelle Lunt
Unlike a cat with nine lives....we only have one body so we best take care of it! Rochelle will be covering the five areas of wellness and share the value of Health, nutrition�and it's relation�to our mind and spirit.
"Snap Out of It! No Murmuring"
Lynn Clark Brunson
Lynn will lead us in combating stress and learning how to balance on that tight rope we usually put ourselves on. You will no longer saddle yourself with false beliefs that cause you great stress.
"Oly Oly, Ox n' Free__NOT!"
Rod Savage
Rod discusses and teaches us how to "plan" and strive for a debt-free life. This will be both amazing & virtually painless to body & soul! You will feel a new Encouragement in your financial future!
"The Sacred Nature of Art"
Julie Rogers
Julie will teach us of the true sacredness of art and how that spirit lifts us, comforts us and can add newness to our lives that we never imagined. Surprise yourselves and your very souls with this beautiful presentation.
"Humanitarian Project"
Please drop off your School Kit items at this workshop or you're welcome to stay and help assemble the kits.
Items needed:
- 4 unsharpened pencils
- 1 rubber eraser- 1x2 inches
- 1 blunt nosed scissors
- 1 pencil sharpener
- 1 straight edged ruler - 12 inches, with metric
- Glued or spiral bound notebooks with lined sheets: 8 x 10.5 or 8.5 x 11 inches. Notebooks
should total approximately 450 sheets. Do not include more than 6 notebooks.
- 1 set (12) assorted colored pencils, about 7 inches long
Bags can be purchased for $.89 through
Jean Willoughby at Mandalay International
1-800-775-5966
(mention conference!)
Northern Arizona Conference
September 19-21, in Prescott, Arizona
Build a Bridge and Get Over It!
"He that is faithful and endureth shall overcome the world."
D&C 63:47
Our workshops will be focused on getting over the hurdles of being single, using the strength of the Gospel to overcome and succeed, plus practical solutions to everyday life.
This conference is designed to meet the needs of all LDS singles over 30. Our events
will feature hiking, dancing, swimming, speed dating, and much more!
Please join us!
See website for schedule and registration: https://www.snazy.org
Please join us for our 2008 Single Adult Regional Conference!
"OUR JOURNEY OF FAITH"
LOCATION: Newbury Park, California
DATES: October 16th, 17th, 18th & 19th, 2008
Distinguished Speakers Include:
Lloyd Newell
Mormon Tabernacle Choir,
Music and the Spoken Word
President Peter Vidmar
Olympic Gold Medalist
Elder John Dalton,
Area Seventy Authority
SPECIAL EVENT ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
CHANNEL ISLANDS CRUISE & HIKE
3.5 Hr Trip Maximum 80 people first come, first serve. Mixers.
Must pre-register ASAP to be assured a seat
GETTY VILLA TOUR in Malibu.
Beautiful Roman-inspired villa and gardens
Greek and Roman relics from biblical times. Mixers.
BEACH PARTY ACTIVITIES:
How many can you do?
HIKING Legendary Ocean & Mountain views
MOUNTAIN BIKING 2 trails,
KAYAKING with ACTION PHOTOS for YOU! (must pre-register)
BEACH GAMES Ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, etc
REFRESHMENTS
Camp Yeager
Sponsored by the following Stakes: Fresno , Fresno North, Fresno East, Fresno West and Visalia
Camp Yeager in Cambria , California
October 17, 18 &19
Camp Yeager is located in a rustic setting on 12 beautiful acres in Cambria , California . It sits less than a mile from the Pacific shore and enjoys a year round mild climate. There are 18 cabins that can accommodate up to 125 people. So hurry and register today to reserve your spot! Campers sleep in rustic cabins on bunk beds with community bathrooms. (Due to the rustic setting, Camp Yeager is not recommended for those with disabilities or health problems.) Church standards apply. All divorces must be final. Source 4. org/ and then click on Camp Yeager and www.cambriachamber. com
Cost $40 - Early Registration received by September 30
Cost $50 - Late Registration
Inspirational Speaker
Beach Party/Dance on Cambria beach - Saturday Night
Friday: Check in after 4 p.m. - Dinner on your own - Hot BBQ grill will be provided.
Saturday: Breakfast - Free time (sack lunch) - Dinner (hamburgers/ hotdogs)
Sunday: Continental Breakfast - Sacrament Mtg. - Go home
"Go to the following website for updates on the Cambria Single Adult Campout: www.centralcaldssingles.com "
To register: Please complete this form. Make check payable to Fresno Stake and mail both registration and check to Susie Mortensen at 10779 N. Silver Lake Lane , Fresno , CA 93720 . Contact Velia Sepulveda for more information at veliasepulveda@ comcast.net .