Progressive Spirit

Becky Garrison returns to Progressive Spirit to talk about alternative spiritual communities. Secular church but not "church." Not religious but a place to connect, find meaning, do worthwhile things. We'll hear about The Portland Round--the visual arts, slam poetry, and music come together for intimacy and collaboration, Sex Positive Portland -- "members plan and host events centered around understanding and exploring all aspects of human sexuality, relationship styles, kink, gender and orientation," Prismhousepdx -- "a community connected through cannabis," Sacred Circle Dance Community -- “no previous experienced required, just a desire to dance,” Gary Austin Workshops -- "free the actor to make better choices by committing to the unknown, getting out of her head, and being in the present moment." Set List Show -- "Stand-Up Without A Net" and the Orchard Kitchen in Whidby Island near Seattle that is building community through food and sustainability. Becky is a religion writer and her credits includ