TONIGHT: Conscious Connections Roundtable “Addressing Challenging Psychedelic Experiences”
District 216 announces upcoming events
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District 216 — TONIGHT: Tatiana Aya Tupinambá’s “The Spiritual Practice of Ayahuasca” Screening + Interview, plus more upcoming events
Topic: “The Spiritual Practice of Ayahuasca + Plant Diets to Address Trauma”
When: Wednesday, July 31st, 2024 from 5pm to 9pm (Speaker at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase $50 tickets to The District House evenings.
Note: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.
District 216 announces upcoming events, news in Santa Barbara
Topic: “Wisdom Warrior: A Psychedelic Shamanic Path to Transformation”
Date: Wednesday, February 28th, 2024
Times: 5:00pm to 9:00pm (Roundtable Discussion at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase $50 tickets to The District House evenings.
Note: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.
District 216 — 20% DISCOUNTED TICKETS ‘Veterans, PTSD & Psychedelics’ Marquee Event on Jan. 20, more news
Fireside Chat + Discussion Panel + Dinner + Live Music + Lounge + Vendors + Networking = COMMUNITY
RAIN OR SHINE! WE HAVE A BEAUTIFUL TENT AND HEATERS READY TO KEEP YOU WARM AND COZY DURING OUR EVENT.
Jan. 3 — District 216 presents free screening of ‘Gratitude Revealed: Catch the Wave’
District216 is a membership driven psychedelic social club founded in Santa Barbara, CA for thinkers, creators & trailblazers. Our mission is to cultivate lively communities of psychedelics pioneers that exchange ideas, explore health innovations, author new policies, and grow the ecosystem into a thriving industry. Our longterm vision is to advance the full legalization and normalization of healthy psychedelics use in our daily lives, worldwide.
Jan. 10 — District 216 to present ‘Andrew Clark — Guide & Facilitator of Sacred Plant Medicine’
SANTA BARBARA — District 216 to present ANDREW CLARK: The Role of Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines in Creating Meaning and Personal Agency on Wednesday, Jan. 10.
Jan. 17 — District 216 presents Alton Sander’s ‘The Role of Mushrooms in Reaching Oneness with Self’
SPEAKER BIO
Alton Sanders
It is my sincere privilege to present the Spiritual Fitness and Bodywork Center to all who search for a higher quality of life. My name is Alton J. Sanders, and I pleased to introduce you to a new world of physical, spiritual, and mental fulfillment at levels you my not have thought were possible. Seeing all the pain and suffering in the world around me, has given me the tremendous passion to do everything within my power to help others realize and experience health of the body, mind and spirit, as well as, full physical potential. I’ve been actively pursuing this goal since I began in Bodywork, Massage, Reiki and Yoga since 1998. Since then, I’ve developed a true love for helping other Beings feel wonderful from the inside out.
Jan. 20 — District 216 to present ‘Veterans, PTSD & Psychedelics’
SANTA BARBARA — District 216 to present ‘Veterans, PTSD & Psychedelics’ on Saturday, Jan. 20.
Feb. 7 — District 216 to present Conscious Connections Roundtable Discussion: ‘ACTIVE LISTENING IN SUPPORTING CONNECTION’
Topic: “ACTIVE LISTENING IN SUPPORTING CONNECTION”
Date: Wednesday, February 7th, 2024
Times: 5:00pm to 9:00pm (Roundtable Discussion at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase discounted $15 tickets to The District House evenings.
Note: We will not be filming this week’s conversation. Refreshments provided.
Feb. 28 — District 216 to present ‘Dr. Tom Pinkson “Wisdom Warrior: A Psychedelic Shamanic Path to Transformation’
March 6 — District 216 to present ‘Kathy Gruver’s “Psychedelics & Internal Family Systems: Find Your True You!,’ more events
Dr. Kathy Gruver is an award-winning author, professional speaker, Psychedelic Integration Specialist and ACC certified coach with over 30 years of experience in mind/body medicine and human behavior. An entertainer and educator imbuing all her programs with practicality and passion. With a West Coast mentality and an East Coast delivery her humorous, down to earth, and engaging style has captivated hundreds of audiences on four continents, three cruise ships and a handful of islands. It’s been her true honor to have delivered two TEDx talks.
March 13 — District 216 to present Nick Musica’s ‘I ate San Pedro. Now I Psychically Talk with Animals.’ More events March 20, 21
WEDNESDAY: Nick Musica’s “I ate San Pedro. Now I Psychically Talk with Animals.” Topic: “I ate San Pedro. Now I Psychically Talk with Animals” Date: Wednesday, March 13th, 2024 Times: 5:00pm to 9:00pm (Roundtable Discussion at 6:30pm) Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez…
April 1 — District 216 presents upcoming events
April 10 — District 216 presents Dove Joans’ ‘Dolphins, Consciousness, and Corridors of Connection,’ more events
Topic: “Traditional Indigenous Medicine – The Way of Ceremony & Sacraments”
Date: Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024
Times: 5:00pm to 9:00pm (Interview at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase $50 tickets to The District House evenings.
April 17 — District 216 to present Film Screening “UNDIVIDE US,” more events
Topic: “UNDIVIDE US”
Date: Wednesday, April 17th, 2024
Times: 5:00pm to 9:00pm (Screening at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
May 1 — District 216 presents Erica Siegal ‘Psychedelics Stewardship: How to Care for Each Other in the Psychedelic Renaissance’
May 18 — District 216 announces upcoming events
May 24 — District 216 to present SPECIAL EVENT! Shane Mauss, Psychedelic Comedian
Comedy + Science + Art + Psychedelics = A Better Trip Journey into the mind of a psychedelic astronaut with a consciousness-expanding comedy experience. At the intersection of science, humor, and psychedelics comes “A Better Trip,” the latest work from…
June 5 — District 216 to present ‘MDMA: Bridging the Gap Between Healing and Joy’
June 19 — District 216 presents Conscious Connections Roundtable ‘Somatic Healing & Psychedelics’
July 3 — District 216 to present Danny Lewin’s ‘Exploring Sleep, Circadian Health, And Sleep Consciousness’
Speaker: Danny Lewin, PhD, D.ABSM, CBSM
Board Sleep Doctor, Sleep Health & Wellness CenterDanny Lewin, Ph.D., D.ABSM, CBSM is a licensed clinical psychologist, sleep medicine researcher, clinician and pediatric psychologist. He was the founding director of the Behavioral Sleep Medicine and Pulmonary Behavioral Medicine Program at Children’s National Hospital and an associate Professor of Pediatrics and Psychiatry at the George Washington University School of Medicine. Danny served as the Director of Clinical Sleep Medicine at the National Institutes of Health, National Center on Sleep Research. He has published more than 50 articles and chapters. Danny is particularly honored to have served as a mentor and supervisor of hundreds of pre-and post-doctoral fellows in psychology, medicine, nursing and dentistry. He is passionate about educating providers and the public about sleep health.
July 17 — District 216 to present Kayla Silber’s ‘Storytelling Through New Media (Augmented Reality)’
My passion for the arts began at the ripe old age of 2, when I began occupying myself for hours creating complex architectural structures out of color-coordinated building blocks.
Competing passions for acting, dancing, and singing manifested themselves slightly later in life at the age of 4 though my brilliant living room portrayals of Jennifer Beals in Flashdance, with whom I was obsessed.
July 24 — District 216 presenting Conscious Connections Roundtable ‘Psychedelics and Reciprocity to Nature,’ other upcoming events
Networking & Roundtable Conversation. We will be discussing as a group in an open format in the room.
Aug. 24 — Torkom Ji’s ‘Hypnosonic Frequency Transmission’ More events Aug. 28
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Networking
Meet District216 members and guests while enjoying snacks and beverages.
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Live Frequency Transmission
Featuring Torkom Ji of Quantum Harmonix!
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Integrate + Hangout
Chat about what you just experienced and integrate a bit.
District216 Members: $45 (Available to Newsletter Subscribers too!)
Guest Tickets: $65
Facilitator: Torkom Ji of Quantum Harmonic
Aug. 28 — District 216 to present Dr. Allie Melendez’s ‘Sex, Drugs & Rock n Roll’
Topic: “Sex, Drugs & Rock n Roll”
When: Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 from 5pm to 9pm (Speaker at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase $50 tickets to The District House evenings.
Note: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.
Sept. 4 — District 216 to present Kathryn LaRoe-Higgs & Lisa McJunkin ‘Psychedelics & Harm Reduction in Trauma Populations’
Kathryn LaRoe, (Katie) is a licensed therapist, graduating from USC with her Masters in Social Work with a focus on military and mental health. She previously held the position as Lead Therapist for The Mission Within, and now is now the Therapeutic Lead of Illuminating Warriors (previously Heroic Path To Light).
Sept. 11 — District 216 to present Conscious Connections Roundtable ‘Psychedelic Ceremonies: What to Expect,’ other upcoming events
“Psychedelic Ceremonies: What to Expect”
Unearth the uncharted territories of the mind, engage in thought-provoking conversations, and connect with a community of kindred spirits. An evening of intellectual stimulation, introspection, and connection that lasts.
Prepare to have your perceptions expanded as we dive into the potential insights and transformations that psychedelics offer. Through personal anecdotes, scientific breakthroughs, and philosophical pondering, we’ll uncover new horizons and perspectives on the role of psychedelics in the realms of creativity, spirituality, mental health, and beyond.
Sept. 21 — District 216 announces Live Music! ‘The Great Divide: A Tribute to Phish’
Live Music: “The Great Divide: A Tribute to Phish”
When: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 6pm to 10pm (Live Music at 6:45pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
6:00 PM
Doors Open
Enjoy snacks and beverages
6:45 PM – 10:00 PM
Set 1
Set Break
Set 2 + Encore
In Advance: $12
Day Of / At the Door: $20
Oct. 2 — District 216 presenting Christopher Solomon’s ‘Salvia Divinorum – The Misunderstood Healer,’ more events
Description: Join Somatic Salvia Guide, Christopher Solomon, for an informative and in-depth lecture about the powerful and often misunderstood plant medicine, Salvia Divinorum. Learn how he uses Salvia with his somatic therapy clients, how you can use Salvia as a pragmatic tool for healing, meditation, and exploring the deep realms of your psyche. This presentation will give you an understanding of how to work with low doses of the plant for therapeutic purposes.
Oct. 9 — District 216 presenting Conscious Connections Roundtable ‘Addressing Challenging Psychedelic Experiences’ and more news, events
Topic: “Addressing Challenging Psychedelic Experiences”
When: Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 from 5pm to 9pm (Conversation at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase $15 tickets (discounted from $50) to The District House evenings.
Format: Networking & Roundtable Conversation. We will be discussing as a group in an open format in the room.
Note: We will *not* be filming this week’s conversation. Refreshments provided.
Oct. 16 — District 216 presenting Off-Site Ventech Panel feat. District216’s Jacob Tell – ‘Altered Horizons: The Business of Psychedelics’ and more upcoming events
WEDNESDAY: Off-Site Ventech Panel feat. District216’s Jacob Tell – “Altered Horizons: The Business of Psychedelics” Ventech hosts the region’s top business and technology events. They bring together veteran business leaders and experts to host events designed to educate, inform and…
Oct. 23 — District 216 presents ‘Reflection Circle – An Integration Gathering with Dr. Elizabeth Wolfson,’ more upcoming events
eflection Circle. We will be discussing as a group in an open (yet facilitated) format in the room. We will not be filming this week’s conversation. This is a confidential space.
Oct. 30 — Greg Wolfe’s ‘Elevating Consciousness: Unlocking Deeper Psychedelic Realms with Biohacking and Etheric Energy’
Topic: “Elevating Consciousness: Unlocking Deeper Psychedelic Realms with Biohacking and Etheric Energy”
Description: As biohacking becomes the latest flavor of the month, there are many fundamentals overlooked such as root cause detoxing and the effect etheric/chi/pranic energy on our well-being. As a Certified Health Coach who is one of the few resources to help people go from chronic pain, low energy, & brain fog to optimal health and an additional 20 yrs onto their healthspan, I’d love to share with you some knowledge and tangible experience of this profound, innate, and organic empowerment.
When: Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 from 5pm to 9pm (Speaker at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase $50 tickets to The District House evenings.
Note: We will be filming the speaker(s) for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.
Nov. 13 — District 216 to present Conscious Connections Roundtable ‘Ethical Considerations in Psychedelic Use,’ more events
Topic: “Ethical Considerations in Psychedelic Use”
When: Wednesday, November 13th, 2024 from 5pm to 9pm (Conversation at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Format: Networking & Roundtable Conversation. We will be discussing as a group in an open format in the room.
Tickets ($15) – Wed., Nov 13
District216’s 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY Membership Discount
To CELEBRATE an amazing inaugural year of community, education, and 51 gatherings thus far at District216, we are gifting you a LIFETIME discount on Annual Memberships if you purchase before January 1, 2024.
District 216 — WEEK OFF: Enjoy Your Thanksgiving Holiday, See You Next Week!
RECAP – Unveiling the Mysteries of Microdosing: A Dive into the Neuroscience of LSD with Dr. Conor Murray
District 216 announces upcoming events Oct. 11, Jan. 20
FREE for Members; Guest Welcome to Purchase Tickets. TONIGHT: Dosage Dialogues “Set & Setting – Part 1: How to Change Your Mindset“ Purchase Guest Tickets ($15) Mon., Oct 9 Topic: “Set & Setting – Part 1: How to Change Your…
June 21 — District 216 in Santa Barbara to present Film Screening – ‘Trip of Compassion’ MDMA-Assisted Therapy for Trauma
Film Screening: “Trip of Compassion” – “I felt like I went through 15 years of psychological therapy in one night.”
When: Wednesday, June 21st; 5pm Networking; 6:30 Screening
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
FREE for Members & Guests
NOTE: Refreshments provided.
July 26 — District 216 Conscious Connections: — ‘What did we learn from Psychedelic Sciences Conference 2023?’
Topic: “What did we learn from Psychedelic Sciences Conference 2023?”
When: Wednesday, July 19th; 5pm Networking; 6:30pm Conversation
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
FREE for Members & Guests Welcome to purchase $15 tickets.
NOTE: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.
Sept. 23 — District216 to present MARQUEE EVENT – ‘SEX & PSYCHEDELICS’
EDUCATIONAL PANEL – “Sex & Psychedelics: Nurturing Sensuality & Enhancing Sexual Wellness”
FREE DINNER – Santa Barbara’s Only Blue Owl: Asian Inspired, Sandwiches, Salads, & Fried Rice
FREE ELIXIRS – Good + Bar: Functional, Non-Alcoholic Elixirs & Enlightening Beverages
TERPENE LOUNGE – Enjoy Top Shelf products in our Rooftop Terpene Lounge
WORKSHOP – Sex, Intimacy & Relationship with The Studio X
HEALING ROOM – Donation based Energy & Bodywork
SPONSORS – Experience Brand Activations & Meet Innovative Organizations
Sept. 27 — District 216 to present Denise Rue Interview ‘Healing Childhood Trauma with the Aid of Plant Medicine’
Topic: “Healing Childhood Trauma with the Aid of Plant Medicine”
When: Wednesday, September 27th; 5pm Networking; 6:30pm Interview
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
FREE for Members.
Guests Welcome to purchase $50 tickets to The District House evenings.
N?OTE: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.
Oct. 4 — District 216 to present Conscious Connections ‘How Psychedelics Transform Inward & Outward Perspectives,’ and other news, events
Topic: “NOVEL WORLDS: How Psychedelics Transform Inward and Outward Perspectives ”
When: Wednesday, October 4th; 5pm Networking; 6:30pm Conversation
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
FREE for Members.
Guests Welcome to purchase $15 tickets to The District House evenings.
N?OTE: We will not be filming the conversation. Refreshments provided.
Nov. 1 — District 216 in Santa Barbara to present Timo Brind’Amour, Dr. Samantha Morse, Camino Brillante ‘How to Hold a Personal Medicine Ceremony’
Topic: “How to Hold a Personal Medicine Ceremony”
When: Wednesday, November 1st; 5:00pm Networking, 6:30pm Interview, Music & Presentation
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
FREE for Members.
Guests Welcome to purchase $50 tickets to The District House evenings.
N?OTE: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.
Dec. 20 — District 216 announces Holiday Party + “1 Year Anniversary Sale” + New Online Curriculum
Topic: “FREE Holiday Party Open House ”
Tarot Readings • Cookie Decorating • Music • Karaoke • Terpene Lounge • Healing Room • D216 Vendors • Food • Drink
Date: Wednesday, December 20th
Times: 5:00pm to 9:00pm
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
FREE for Members. FREE for Guests.