When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation with a stranger? I still recall how amazing it was that the same mother who taught me not to talk to strangers seemed to be able to talk to strangers so effortlessly! These conversations might begin while standing in a grocery aisle, or at the checkout line, or at the library, or at the post office.…
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Column by Mike Zagata for July 20, 2018 Face-To-Face Is Better. But If You Communicate Electronically… When thinking about the joys and pitfalls of communicating electronically, I’m reminded of these words from a John Denver song: “She sang to me in silence with her eyes”. How beautiful is that! Those of us who began communicating before the advent of e-mail and texting with our cell phones understand what’s behind those words. The “millennials” may, through no fault of their own,…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for WEDNESDAY, OCT. 18 Developing, Improving Communication Skills LECTURE – 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker Michael Burns, artistic director for the Mopco Improv Theater, presents on how communication skills can be developed, improved. Free, open to the public. Anderson Theater, Hartwick College, Oneonta. Call 607-431-4790 or visit www.hartwick.edu/news/artistic-director-burns-deliver-hartwicks-oconnor-chair-lecture/ PARENTING WORKSHOP – 6-8 p.m. 2-dy, “Kids in the Middle” workshop for single parents/caregivers, co-parenters, children involved in their lives. Includes childcare, refreshments. Continued 10/25. First United Methodist Church, 66 Chestnut St., Oneonta.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for TUESDAY, AUG. 29 Working With Mediums SPIRITUAL COMMUNICATION WORKSHOP – 6-8 p.m. Bring your questions and experiences. Demonstration of Mediumship. Experience guided meditation and prayer techniques to connect with Loved Ones. Interfaith, All Welcome. Gallery ticket $25.00 per person. Darling Hill Farm Retreat, 404 Ed Herman Rd, Westford. Call (607)638-5111, RSVP Storyducey@gmail.com or visit www.darlinghillfarmretreat.com LAKEFRONT CONCERT – 7 p.m. Lipbone Redding, the no-tech one-man orchestra, weaves stories, rhythms, melodies, humor, singing, & inventive guitar playing in his…