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Accommodations
Coming to London? Friendly B&B. A block from British Museum, 10-minute walk to Friends House. Centrally located. Convenient for most tourist attractions. Direct subway from Heathrow. Easy access to most other transport links. Quiet, safe, secure. Ideal for persons traveling alone. Full English Breakfast included. Complimentary wireless connection. +44 (20) 76364718. <office@pennclub.co.uk>, <www.pennclub.co.uk>. Santa Fe Charming, affordable adobe guest apartment with kitchenette at our historic Canyon Road Meetinghouse. Convenient to galleries and downtown. Pictures at <santa-fe.quaker.org>. Reservations: <friendsguestapartment@gmail.com> or (505) 983-7241. Seeking Spiritual Community? Beacon Hill Friends House, Boston, accepting applications: 14 years, Quaker-based multigenerational community. All welcome. Guest rooms < 2 weeks also available. Information: <directors@bhfh.org>, (617) 2279118, <www.bhfh.org>. SEATTLE QUAKER HOUSE/University Friends Meeting. Self-service overnight accommodations. Free parking/Wi-Fi. Microwave/refrigerator/teapot. Near University Washington/ Trader Joes/downtown buses. Minimum donation: $40/one $50/two. (206) 632-9839. <quakerhouse.sea@gmail.com>. Penington Friends House: New York City. Quaker-based community for long- and short-term sojourners. A unique place where you can find hospitality, shared meals, and simple living. Many ages and many cultures. Shared facilities. Wireless. Three blocks from Union Square Subway. <www.penington.org>. Email <peningtonfriends@yahoo.com>. Call (212) 673-1730. Ashland, Oreg.Friendly place in southern Oregon for outstanding theater, rafting, fishing, birding, quiet time. Anne Hathaways B&B and Garden Suites. <www.ashlandbandb.com>; (541) 488-1050. Pittsburgh Friends Meeting has Sojourner Rooms for short stays. Free parking, wi-fi, shared bath, kitchen access. Convenient to universities and public transportation. $20/night. <pfmoffice@yahoo.com>, (412) 683-2669. Pictures on website <www.quaker.org/pghpamm>. Group & individual lodging Seminars, workcamps, peace and social justice. Internships. <www.williampennhouse.org>.

Books & Publications

www.vintagequakerbooks.com. Rare and out-of-print Quaker journals, history, religion. Vintage Books, 50 Washington Street, Bath, ME 04530. Email: <books@vintagequakerbooks.com>.

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The Tract Association of Friends (founded: 1816) Offers Friends Calendar, pamphlets, and books on Quaker faith and practice. 1501 Cherry Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102-1403. <www.tractassociation.org>; phone (215) 5792752; email <taf1816@verizon.net>. Western Friend (formerly Friends Bulletin), a magazine by and about Western Friends, supporting the spiritual lives of Friends everywhere. Subscription: $35, 8 issues. 5 month intro subscription just $10. Email for free sample copy <editor@westernfriend.org>. Western Friend, 833 SE Main St. Mailbox #138, Portland, OR 97214. Visit <www.westernfriend.org> for news, books, and more. Pendle Hill Pamphlets, insightful essays on Quaker life, thought, and spirituality, about 9,000 words each. Subscribe: five pamphlets/year/ $30 (U.S.). Also available: every pamphlet published by Pendle Hill. (800) 742-3150 ext. 2, <bookstore@ pendlehill.org>, <www.pendlehill.org>.

ESR Pastoral Conference October 7, 2013 Theme: Sabbath Featuring keynote Speakers Fran McKendree and Brenda Jank. More information: <esr.earlham.edu> or <fordma@earlham.edu>.

Friend Seeking Friendly person to share home in exurban CT town, 20 minutes from Hartford or Mansfield, w/dog and cat (human friendly but no more please): Furnished bedrm, personal bath/share living rm, dining rm, kitchen, laundry, yard. $600 monthly. (860) 896-9150.

Retirement Living

Opportunities
Pilgrimage to India An Interfaith Journey of Discovery and Awakening With S.S. Mahan Rishi Singh Khalsa, D.C. October 24November 9, 2013 Delhi World peace chant at Mahatma Gandhis living residence, Jama Masjid (the largest Mosque in India), Sikh Gurdwaras dedicated to Sikh Gurus . . . the Spice Market VaranasiThe spiritual capital of India, burning ghats, river boats on the Ganga at sunrise and sunset, witness the sadhus praying on the Ganga, Mother Theresas mission for the elderly SarnathSacred site for the Buddhas first teaching (The Four Noble Truths) BodhGayawhere the Buddha reached his Nirvana. We will meditate under the Bodhi tree with monks from around the world, visit the Maha Kala cave where he meditated for 8 years before coming to Bodhgaya and experience village life. AmritsarCelebrate Diwali at the Majestic Golden Templeexperience the pilgrimage of 100,000 people daily and the largest free kitchen in the world. DharmsalaHome of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Tibetan refugeesvisit and meditate at the Dalai Lamas monastery. Visit the Tibetan Childrens Village and NGO for Tibetans. RishikeshGateway to the Himalayas experience ashram living at Parmat Niketan on the Ganga and one of the great pilgrimage destinations for yoga seekers around the world. November 917, 2013 AgraOn the Yamuna riverTj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Mother Theresas mission PushkarThe Camel Fairthe largest camel fair in the country, sacred Pushkar LakeBrahma Temple, Savitri Temple, Old Pushkar JaipurA major hub for arts and crafts including block printing; stone carving and sculpture; silver jewelery; gems, miniature paintings; blue pottery Jaipur was ranked the 7th best place to visit inAsia in 2008. High quality Accommodations For information <www.sacredjourneysphotography.com>. $100 discount with this ad. Costa Rica Study Tours: Visit the Quaker community in Monteverde. For information and a brochure contact Sarah Stuckey: +011 (506) 2645-7090; write: Apdo. 46 - 5655, Monteverde, Costa Rica; e-mail: <crstudytours@gmail.com>; <www.crstudytours.com>; or call in the USA (937) 728-9887.

Are you called to the facilitation of silent retreats? The School of the Spirit Ministry will consider applications to its Mentoring Program on November 1 and May 1 annually. Accepted mentees will accompany seasoned leaders at future retreats as way opens. For details and to apply, <schoolofthespirit.org/mentoring/>. Upcoming Silent Retreats in the Manner of Friends: Sept. 2730, 2013 at St. Raphaela Retreat Center, Haverford, PA*. Jan. 1720, 2014 at Powell House, Old Chatham, NY. April 47, 2014 at the DeKoven Center, Racine, WI*. *Online registration open. Significant scholarship assistance available. For more information, <schoolofthespirit.org/retreats/>.

Positions Vacant
Alabama Quaker couple seeks live-in Friend and farm-help (m-or-f) for 1-yr Quaker presence. Room/board. Send CV to Sara and Daryl <DragonflyFarm@otelco.net>. Pastoral Opening. Valley Mills Meeting located in suburban Indianapolis is actively seeking applicants for full-time pastoral leadership. We are a small semi-programmed meeting with a progressive outlook. A Quaker background is desired. A flexible compensation package is offered. Applicants please send a resume, references, and salary requirements to: <mc.clerks@vmfriends.org>.

Visit us and learn all about our: Two beautiful campuses in Medford and Lumberton, NJ Over 200+ acres of arboretum settings Wide choice of garden-style home & apartment designs Dynamic, resident-driven community life Ideal locations for culture & recreation Superior health & wellness services For details on our community and our many programs open to the publiccall us at (800) 331-4302 or visit our website <www.medfordleas.org>. Home of the Barton Arboretum & Nature Preserve Member, American Public Gardens Association, Greater Philadelphia Gardens Member, and Garden State Gardens

Real Estate
Elderberry: A creative Community for Life Living simply, raising food, and supporting each other as we age; a concensus-based ecovillage of 18 affordable homes in rural RTP/NC. Visit <www.elderberrycohousing.com>. (919) 489-1802.

. Cape May, NJ Beach House for sale. See ad under Rentals

& Retreats for more information. Bryn Gweled Homesteads Intentionally Cooperative Living Established using Friends principles in 1940. Semi-rural living, livestock, gardens, wooded, in lower Bucks County, easy commute to downtown Philadelphia. Inclusive community, 75 homes on 2-acre lots, multi-generational, run by committees and monthly business meeting. Homes presently available. <www.bryngweled.org>. (215) 355-8849, ask for Susan.

Rentals & Retreats

Arizona Sunshine! Friends Southwest Center, a Quaker founded residential community in S.E. Arizona, welcomes friends to share our high desert peace and beauty. Furnished rentals include a 30 Avion trailer, a three bedroom house and a sweet renovated farmhouse. $200$400+ /month. Enjoy birding, hiking, and Quaker worship. Contact <friendsswc@gmail.com>. (520) 508-4864. Pocono Manor. Beautiful, rustic mountain house. Suitable for gatherings, retreats, and reunions. Seven bedrooms. Three full baths. Beds for 15. Fully equipped. Deck with mountain view. Hiking trails from back door. Close to parks and attractions. Weekends or by the week, April through October. Contact Melanie Douty-Snipes: (215) 295-1138 ext. 101. Cape May, NJ Beach Houseweekly rentals; weekend rentals in off-season. Sleeps 12+. Air-conditioned bedrooms. Great for family reunions! Block from beach. Close to mall. Ocean views from wraparound porch. Call: (718) 398-3561. House is also for sale, call if interested.

Kendal communities and services reflect sound management, adherence to Quaker values, and respect for each individual. Continuing care retirement communities: CollingtonMetro Washington, D.C. Kendal at Longwood; CrosslandsKennett Square, Pa. Kendal at HanoverHanover, N.H. Kendal at OberlinOberlin, Ohio Kendal at IthacaIthaca, N.Y. Kendal at LexingtonLexington, Va. Kendal on HudsonSleepy Hollow, N.Y. Kendal at GranvilleGranville, Ohio The Admiral at the Lakeon Chicagos Lakefront Independent living with residential services: Coniston and CartmelKennett Square, Pa. The Lathrop CommunitiesNorthampton and Easthampton, Mass. Nursing care, residential and personal care: Barclay FriendsWest Chester, Pa. Advocacy/education programs: Untie the ElderlyPa. Restraint Reduction Initiative Kendal Outreach, LLC Collage, Assessment Tool for Well Elderly For information, contact: Doris Lambert, The Kendal Corporation, 1107 E. Baltimore Pike, Kennett Square, PA 19348. (610) 335-1200. Email <info@kcorp.kendal.org>. Friends Homes, Inc., founded by North Carolina Yearly Meeting of the Society of Friends, has been providing retirement options since 1968. Both Friends Homes at Guilford and Friends Homes West are fee-for-service, continuing care retirement communities offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. Located in Greensboro, North Carolina, both communities are close to Guilford College and several Friends meetings. Enjoy the beauty of four seasons, as well as outstanding cultural, intellectual, and spiritual opportunities in an area where Quaker roots run deep. For information please call: (336) 292-9952, or write: Friends Homes West, 6100 W. Friendly Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27410. Friends Homes, Inc. owns and operates communities dedicated to the letter and spirit of Equal Housing Opportunity. <www.friendshomes.org>.

Do you care about the future of the Religious Society of Friends? Support growing meetings and a spiritually vital Quakerism for all ages with a deferred gift to Friends General Conference (bequest, charitable gift annuity, trust). For information, please contact Larry Jalowiec at FGC, 1216 Arch Street, 2-B, Philadelphia, PA 19107; (215) 561-1700; <larryj@fgcquaker.org>. <www.fgcquaker.org/development>.

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United Friends School is a preschool8th grade school in Quakertown, PA. With a progressive academic program, we honor students of all cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs. Visit <www.unitedfriendsschool.org>. Arthur Morgan School, a Montessori/Quaker Boarding Farm School for adolescents, is now accepting student applications. AMS features small academic classes (staff student ratio 1:2), wilderness experiences, consensus decision-making, community living, and service learning opportunities. Students are encouraged to question and evaluate, think creatively and work cooperatively. Located next door to Camp Celo. Call Bridget: (828) 675-4262; <info@arthurmorganschool.org>; <www.arthurmorganschool.org>.

Services Offered
Hurry up and finish speaking, so I can tell you why youre wrong! Arthur Fink works with nonprofit boards and other groups to facilitate listening, clarity, focus, clear governance, helpful retreats, and more. <InsightAndClarity.com>. (207) 615-5722. Custom Marriage Certificates and other traditional or decorated documents. Various calligraphic styles and watercolor designs available. Over twenty years experience. Pam Bennett, P.O. Box 136, Uwchlan, PA 19480. <prbcallig@verizon.net>, <www.prbcallig.com>. Custom designed and decorated WEDDING CERTIFICATES, illuminated letters, poetry, family trees, citations etc. by calligrapher Mary Teichman. All archival materials used. www.mtcalligraphy.com. E-mail: <mary@mtcalligraphy.com>. (413) 529-9212. Mary Teichman Calligraphy, PO Box 446, Easthampton, MA 01027. Labor arbitration and mediation services. Thomas J. Nowel. Member, Cleveland Friends Meeting. Roster memberships include FMCS, AAA, AMS, Ohio SERB. 40 years of collective bargaining, labor relations and human resources experience. (513) 850-4235. <tjnarb@yahoo.com>. See <www.nowelarbitration.com> for more information. Oakland Friends Burial Grounda Quaker burial ground near West Chester, PA has available space. Serene, wooded, park-like setting with a resident caretaker. Contact West Chester Meeting Secretary at (610) 696-0491 or <wcfmeeting@gmail.com>. All Things Calligraphic Carol Gray, Calligrapher (Quaker). Specializing in wedding certificates. Reasonable rates, timely turnarounds. <www.carolgraycalligraphy.com>. Purchase Quarterly Meeting (NYYM) maintains a peace tax escrow fund. Those interested in tax witness may wish to contact us through NYYM, 15 Rutherford Place, New York, NY 10003. Conducting Business? Friend with over 30 years experience in organizations and businesses, for- and non-profit. Bringing servant leadership to fruition. Services include incorporation, setup, reorganization, accounting/finance, marketing/advertising, crisis management, coaching, ongoing support. On-site or distance. Deneen Consulting, <www.deneenconsulting.com>, (407) 563-1370.

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