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Hallmark Who? Making Your Valentine’s Day Unique

February 11, 2013

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Trying to avoid the same old Valentine’s Day of flowers, cards, and chocolate? Look no further! Here we’ll share some fun and unique ideas.

As Valentine’s Day rolls around, many people begin to feel pressure to make the day special for their significant other. With life being so busy, however, a lot of couples end up defaulting to something nice, yes, but predictable- a nice romantic card, dinner out, maybe some flowers and of course, chocolate.

And while a night out like that is perfectly acceptable, it tends to be a bit been there, done that. The news is you can have a really fun and fulfilling Valentine’s Day that is unique and fresh without breaking the bank or going crazy trying to plan something. If you’re feeling frustrated or anxious about creating the perfect Valentine’s Day, take some time to join us today and check out some of our great ideas for your date night.

Dr. Tina Lepage from Lepage Associates is our guest, and she’s sharing some new, exciting ideas for making the day enjoyable and stress-free.

Local Events:

February 14, 4-8pm – Capital Area Transit invites you to join the “Love Bus” event to celebrate the R-Line’s 2nd anniversary. Take your date around downtown on the R-Line to receive free gifts like candy and flowers and coupons to local restaurants. Riders will also enjoy the tunes of local singing groups serenading them along the way. All attendees will be entered to win gift cards from local businesses that will be raffled off throughout the night.

February 11, 12, 13&14 – The Varsity Theatre will again be hosting a special showing of ‘Gone with the Wind.” Tickets- $20

February 2-20 – The 11th annual NC Comedy Arts Festival

January 29- March 6 – PlayMakers brings Tony Kushner’s ‘Angels in America,’ a two-part performance

February 12, 18&19 (8pm) and February 13&20 (4pm) – Cary Players presents ‘Love Bits & Bites: The Sixth Sense.’ Bring your sweetheart or best friend to the Page-Walker Arts & History Center in Cary, NC for a hefty serving of entertainment and sweet treats at intermission. Tickets- $17

To find out more about Tina and her practice, Lepage Associates, visit their website or call (919) 572-0000 to make an appointment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Creating A More Intimate Marriage

December 14, 2009

Creating A More Intimate Marriage

A Small Group Study

God created sexuality to reveal Himself and the value He places on intimate relationships.  Learning how God uses this metaphor will enhance the long-term relationship of covenant marriage.  In this 10-week study, led by Dr. Debbie Neel and Rev. Bob Stancil, married couples will gain biblical and practical insights about healthy sexual intimacy and learn ways of enhancing their love life.

In a safe and respectful environment, this study for couples will be based on the book A Celebration of Sex by Dr. Doug Rosenau with the accompanying Guidebook.  Doug was the speaker at our 2005 conference on Sexual Intimacy God’s Way.  Debbie Neel, who works closely with Doug and was instrumental in writing the Guidebook, is a licensed psychologist and certified Christian sex therapist.  Bob, as a pastoral counselor, also provides leadership to various aspects of the Providence marriage ministry.

The group will meet on Wednesdays beginning January 6 in Room 637 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.  A charge of $40 per couple will cover the various books and study materials. For information, call Bob Stancil (919-326-3000).  Register online at www.pray.org/marriage.  Limited space.      Childcare is available by reservation: www.pray.org/sonstation

General Study Topics:

Increasing our knowledge about sexuality:

  • A Biblical Perspective of Sexuality
  • Essentials for an Intimate Marriage
  • Uniquely Male and Female & Sexual Myths

Enhancing our pleasure:

  • Lovemaking Cycle
  • Emotional Pleasure & Romance
  • Desire & Frequency
  • Physical Enjoyment & Mutuality

Creating passionate intimacy:

  • Making Love to Your Wife
  • Making Love to Your Husband
  • Affair-Proofing Your Marriage

PAIRS: One Day Workshop For Couples

August 18, 2009

PAIRS: One Day Workshop for Couples

door prize for a complimentary (1) night weekend stay including romance package and breakfast for two

Saturday, July 17, 2010 – 09:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Download Registration Form or Register Online

PAIRS workshops were created by Lori Gordon, Ph.D. over thirty years ago and have been frequently updated, based on cutting edge research and the feedback of thousands of participants. In this one day PAIRS ESSENTIALS workshop, couples will receive a tool box for enhanced communication, problem solving and emotional connection. Discover the essential skills that have helped thousands of couples create and sustain relationships that are an ongoing source of love, pleasure and happiness.

The PAIRS workshop takes place in a comfortable, private small group setting. The workshop format consists of brief lectures followed by coaching of practical, easy to use relationship-building tools, taught through interactive exercises with your partner. This is not group therapy and is not intended as a substitute for psychotherapy. . . This is a psycho-educational workshop meant to enhance couples’ relationships by providing group support and new skills. Couples will be encouraged to participate in the PAIRS exercises, but there will be no pressure for anyone to share private information with the group. .. only what is comfortable for you. Some participants have found they’ve learned a tremendous amount just from listening to others’ experiences. So reserved partners out there and chatty partners are all welcome!

Listen to the Podcast: An Introduction to Pairs

PRESENTER: This workshop will be presented by licensed psychologist, Dr. Susan Orenstein, who specializes in couples and relationship issues.

WHERE:
Cambria Suites, 300 Airgate Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560
(less than a mile from the RDU Intl airport, conveniently located to RTP, Raleigh, Durham, Cary and Chapel Hill)

WHEN:
Saturday, July 17th 2010
from 9:00 am til 4:00 pm

FEE:
$295.00 per couple.
Space is limited.

To Register:

  • Online: You can register and pay online with EventBrite. Click Here to register online.
  • By Mail: You can download the registration form and mail in a check or credit card information. Click here to download the form.
  • By Phone or Email: You can contact Dr. Orenstein, to register. Please contact Susan at (919) 428-2766 ext. 1 or susan@orensteinsolutions.com.

**Satisfaction Guaranteed: Couples who attend the entire PAIRS class and practice using the tools for sixty days who do not find significant improvement in their relationships are entitled to a full refund.

If you have any questions or would like to register, please contact Susan at (919) 428-2766 ext. 1 or susan@orensteinsolutions.com.

Location

Cambria Suites

300 Airgate Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560

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