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September 21, 2018, Adrian, Michigan – Enjoy dinner and discussion of Kent Nerburn’s book, Neither Wolf Nor Dog: On Forgotten Roads with an Indian Elder. Weber Retreat & Conference Center’s Dine and Discuss program is from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, November 15, but register early to take time savoring this book.

In Neither Wolf Nor Dog, Kent shares the stories he hears from Dan, a 78-year-old Lakota. Topics include the difference between land and property and the selling of sacred ceremonies.

The cost for the program is $15, which includes the book and dinner. Books will be available beginning Monday, October 8 – Indigenous Peoples’ Day, also known as Columbus Day – Weber Retreat & Conference Center and at the Dominican Life Center. Register online or in person and pick up your book at either of the above locations.

To register, visit www.webercenter.org and click on “programs.” Registrations may also be made by contacting Weber Center at 517-266-4000 or webercenter@adriandominicans.org.

Weber Center is on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters’ Motherhouse, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian. Enter the Eastern-most driveway of the complex and follow the signs to Weber Center. For information, call the Weber Center at 517-266-4000.

August 29, 2018, Adrian, Michigan – Patrick O’Neill – author, teacher, and management consultant – is giving a presentation and signing copies of his latest book at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 6, 2018, at Weber Retreat & Conference Center.

In his book, The Only Certain Freedom: The Transformative Journey of the Entrepreneur, Patrick explores the highs and lows involved in the transition from a successful corporate position to one that feels “heart-right.” He guides potential entrepreneurs to find the strength and truth to follow their calling to a more fulfilling life. Patrick has also written A Hundred Chances: Short Meditations on Opportunity, Risk, and Probability.

Patrick leads Extraordinary Conversations, Inc., a management consulting firm based in Toronto. Founded in 1988, the firm specializes in change management, leadership development, team performance, and conflict management. 

The presentation is free and open to all. No registration is required. The book is available for purchase at the Weber Center Shop for $17.95 plus tax.

Weber Center is on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters’ Motherhouse, 1257 E. Siena Heights Drive, Adrian. Enter the Eastern-most driveway of the complex and follow the signs to Weber Center. For information, call the Weber Center at 517-266-4000.