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Turn Off Inflammation

Rolly Brown’s

and prevent autoimmunity

Tai Chi Path...part two

Immune system is our defense system and protects us from day to day threats such as infections and even helps us fight serious cancers. Unfortunately, in some cases immune system can turn against our own body. It will be fair to say that autoimmunity is hyperactive immune response, which I call “ADHD” of our immune system. It is like a tsunami of cytokines spreading across our body, which target internal tissues and organs. This process leads to cellular and DNA damage leading to joint damage or organ failure.

In 1981, transplanted from San Francisco to Philadelphia, I began studying with Maggie Newman, a senior student of the late Grandmaster Cheng Man-Ch’ing, who came down from NYC once a week to teach. It was at this point that I took an oath, broken only 10 times in the ensuing 33 years, never to miss a day of Tai Chi. Professor Cheng’s lineage made the most sense to me in terms of what real Tai Chi should embody, and Maggie was a wonderful teacher, but, before I got beyond learning the form, I was off to Australia in search of romance and adventure.

It has many ways to present such as inflamed joints, skin rashes, anemia, fever and fatigue. Research studies suggest intense mental, physical stress, lack of sleep, processed food allergens and chronic infections are called “second hit phenomenon”; meaning in genetically predisposed individuals these triggers will precipitate autoimmune diseases. Identifying and neutralizing environmental and nutritional allergies and lowering antigenic load can help down regulate inflammation and risk of autoimmunity.

Processed foods and chemical are challenging our immune cells by presenting as ‘heavy antigenic load’ to our intestinal immune system. Processed food also change the healthy balance of bowel flora (bacteria) leading to leaky gut. This microbial imbalance leads to increase free radical formation and inflammation of joints.

Integrative health interventions focus on reducing antigenic triggers, balancing inflammatory mediators and restoring healthy flora in the gut. Nutritional intervention include Mediterranean diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, and extra virgin olive oil can increase omega 3 fatty acid in our body. Wild-water salmon, mackerel and sardines are rich in omega 3FA. Avocados and flaxseeds are plant based sources.

Omega-3 fatty acids to reduce inflammatory mediators like EPA and DHA 2-3 g a day, GLA 1.5-3 g/day; Conjugated linoleic acid does 23 g daily. Antioxidants help reduce free oxygen radical damage. Vitamin E8 100 units as mixed tocopherols, Selenium 400 mcg daily, Calcium 1000-1200 mg daily, Magnesium 400-750 mg daily, Vitamin D 2000 international units daily. Botanicals and probiotics help maintain healthy gut flora and reduce pain. Ginger 1 g 2-3 times a day, Turmeric 500 mg to 1000 mg 2-3 times helps reduce inflammation.

You should get personalized testing for food allergies and neurotransmitter evaluation to gauge your inflammation, autoimmunity and hormonal balance which are offered to all of our patients. Healthy lifestyle and regular exercise helps reduce pain and improve muscle strength. Yoga, Pilates, Tai-chi with stretching exercises prevent stress. Remember, we have many tools to turn off inflammation in your body, let’s start today....you feel energized, youthful and pain free. (see display ad on page 24)

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In Sydney, after checking out several disappointing Chinese teachers, I visited the class of Erle Montaigue, a stocky, fairhaired character who looked like the former rock star, wrestler, and bouncer that he was. After five minutes, I knew he was a true master, from a pure lineage. On Tai Chi, Erle (see pic) was opinionated to the point of being outrageous, but always with a twinkle in his eye. Mostly, he was a generous teacher, and, after imparting the Yang Family long form in a couple months of daily classes, he welcomed me into the mysteries of the martial side of Tai Chi, starting with “Push Hands”, the exercise for developing martial sensitivity, which I’d spent seven years coveting. For several weeks, a small group would meet at 5 a.m., in a little park on beautiful Elizabeth Bay, walking through two hours of very slow Tai Chi. It was grueling, exhausting, strengthening, and nourishing, all at once. Dawn happened, and the world would wake up in slow motion as our legs ached and we struggled to stay relaxed. To this day, it’s one of my fondest memories of Tai Chi training.

On Sundays, we’d meet there for Push Hands, and I was initiated into the mysteries of sensing and interpreting energy, neutralizing force, and developing root. Concepts of hardness and softness became sensory experiences rather than verses read in old texts. Erle and I forged a friendship that endured until his untimely passing in 2011.

Then, my world spun again, and circumstance brought me back to Philadelphia, to find my true teacher in Grandmaster William C.C. Chen...but that’s a story for next time. (see display ad on page 40)

Helping Children Manage Their Emotions Helping children understand and manage their feelings appropriately is hard work and can sometimes lead parents to feeling rejected, frustrated, or inadequate. Gaining more awareness of your own emotional responses as a parent can help you be the most effective teacher for your child. By paying attention to your body sensations, impulses and perceptions, the impact your feelings have on your child can become clearer.

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Here’s a good way to ease into this process: Imagine that you are a glass pitcher, and all of the thoughts and feelings contained inside you are the lemonade you will serve your kids on a hot day. Maybe you’re worried about your job or finances, and you’re excited about an upcoming event. Take a few minutes to write out everything you hold inside your pitcher. Describe in detail where you feel tension in your body. Maybe your shoulders are tense, your breathing is shallow, or perhaps there’s a ball of fire in your belly.

Read over your list. What do you notice? Is your list a balance of joy and challenges? What feelings arise when you read your list? Now, imagine your children as glasses that need to be filled by your pitcher.

Imagine the lemonade pouring right into them. You may try everything to prevent an ice cube or a lemon seed from falling into their glasses, but sometimes you just can’t prevent it and they slip through despite your best efforts. Or, you may pour perfectly, but your child is intuitive; she knows there was ice in the pitcher, and she doesn’t want a drink that touched the ice because it is too cold for her teeth. Think about your list and the mix of thoughts and feelings you unwittingly pour into your children.

Over the next week, continue observing and take note of how these thoughts and feelings resonate in your body. Notice the words and actions filling your child’s glass. Think about what your behavior teaches them and how this may impact their feelings and behavior.

These simple acts of awareness are powerful first steps toward helping your children manage their own emotions.

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acting out the movements of their dreams that will occur in REM sleep.

Unfortunately, as we age, the inhibition of skeletal muscles causes un-intentional reduction in the signal to the diaphragm muscle.

When in stage two sleep, our breathing becomes shallower and shallower due to insufficient signal strength to the diaphragmatic muscles.

In sleep apnea sufferers, breathing will stop completely.

When the carbon dioxide level gets high enough, the brain intervenes and causes the body to make a large and immediate inhalation. This causes a large pressure differential in the pharynx and literally sucks the sagging-soft palate into the airway. This obstructs the flow and causes a loud “SNORT” disturbing sleep or awakening the subject.

Upon awakening or returning to stage 1 sleep, the reduction of muscle tonus for entry into stage two sleep is released and respiration begins again in a somewhat normal manner. Then the cycle repeats again.

The problem is caused by the reduction in signal from your brain that reaches your diaphragm. Shortly after your breathing stops, you take a rapid inhalation and this sucks the soft palate into the airway with a snort; disturbing your sleep. The appropriate intervention is to enhance the communication from your brain to your diaphragm so that you breathe deeply and steadily throughout the night.

Lobellia acting as a respiratory stimulant, does just that. It has been used for thousands of years to treat respiratory conditions. This herb will actually increase the level of respiration sufficiently so that your breathing does not stop during muscular inhibition. It will maintain deep steady breathing through the stage 2 sleep period.

Thyme actually improves the ability of the lungs to exchanges CO2 for oxygen. To round out the combination, Chamomile aids the subject in relaxing and Cramp Bark helps the upper trapezius muscles to relax supporting better nerve transmission.

This bouquet of herbs enhances respiration, relaxes muscles that restrict nervous flow and increases drowsiness. It represents a wholistic natural solution to sleep apnea. It is non-habit forming and no-preconditioning is required. What’s more, it addresses the cause of the problem without drugs, machines or surgery. (see display ad on page 11)

The Herbal Treatment Of Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is one of the most common sleep disturbance problems in America. It ruins the sleep of an estimated 40 million Americans on a regular basis.

As we fall asleep, we move from stage one (drowsiness) into stage two where muscular activity is inhibited (blocked). It is called “reduction of muscle tonus”. This is a function that occurs primarily to keep the dreamer from physically

Good Digestion In my Family Practice I focus on natural health options for any health challenge. One of the most common presentations is poor digestion given the diagnosis of Irritable bowel syndrome or spastic colon.

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From a natural point of view, indigestion can be summarized to be caused by three major factors. 1. Inability to digest certain foods 2. Food allergy 3. Food sensitivity We are born with the ability to digest many things by our body’s production of enzymes, but sometimes as we age the enzyme production decreases. Milk is a classic example that most children can digest but many loose that ability as a teenager. Adding the enzyme lactase, found in Lactaid milk and other products, virtually will eliminate symptoms in most patients. Every type of food has a type of enzyme that will aid its digestion. These enzymes can be generalized into three categories; Carbohydrases, like Lactase, Lipases, for fat digestion and Proteases for protein digestion. Enzymes are commonly found in any live food. However, once a food is cooked most of the enzymes have been destroyed.

Probiotics, or friendly bacteria help digest contents of our food that we cannot. Dysbiosis is the term used for unusual bacterial, or yeast in our intestinal tract. Antibiotics kill the beneficial bacteria causing an opportunistic infection. Probiotic supplements are readily available but are also commonly found in our diet. Specialized labs that can measure the good and bad bacteria can perform a stool analysis.

Food allergies are possible with any food. Allergy to a food can cause an immediate as in peanut allergies in children, or chronic, as in Celiac disease. Food rotation and elimination diets can be a helpful tool for patients to use on their own to figure out which foods they react to, or food allergy testing can easily be performed through blood testing.

Food sensitivities are the most challenging to diagnose. These foods cause inflammation. Food sensitivities can be determined with elimination and rotation diets or with ALCAT testing.

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Are you staying in a nowhere relationship?

If you’re single and don’t want to be, you’re probably tired of trying to figure out why. I’ve spoken with women and men who stayed in long term relationships far longer than they should. Whether its 12 months 5 or 10 years, they stayed in dead-end relationships month after month even though it became clear their relationship wasn’t going anywhere. You know when the relationship is not progressing.

If you’re looking for marriage and possibly children and he or she isn’t, the earlier you end it and move on the better. You should free yourself so you can find a more compatible partner. You can tell, even in the first few months if you’re falling in love and are open-mind toward a future together.

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Is he looking to keep things somewhat casual? Then he’s not in a position or doesn’t want to offer you a serious committed relationship.

Some women, when faced with this situation think that if they give it more time and are patient enough, the man will eventually come around. But it really doesn’t work that way. Don’t Settle. Settling is one of the most destructive diseases present in relationships as we know them.

Talk to him calmly and find out whether or not the two of you are on the same page. Be clear. Let him know that, you’re looking for someone to share your life with, and if he’s not looking for the same thing then you’re not a match. He’s either marriage material or, he’s not.

Men can also have this problem, with a woman dating him for the wrong reasons. You have to be prepared to walk away when you find out he or she doesn’t want what you want. This is a good thing. Now, you can stop wasting your time in this going nowhere relationship and put your energies toward finding Mr. or Mrs. Right!

As a Dating/Relationship Coach, Martha helps single men and women with Divorce Transition and Advice, Flirting and Attraction, Conversational Skills, Image Redo’s and Behavior and Expectations.

With Personal Introductions, I draw upon my experience, networking abilities, and my intuition to find my clients suitable partners. I personally select, screen, and assess compatibility.

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Hormone Replacement?

Consider your options Many women are looking for answers for their menopausal symptoms. Though some women notice no symptoms at all, others notice hot flashes, sleeplessness, irregular cycles, foggy thinking, and more.

As women consider options to minimize symptoms, hormone replacement is the most common option considered.

Now, as we are seeing the side effects of certain hormone treatments, many clinicians are switching from equine preparations (Premarin, short for pregnant mare’s urine) to human laboratorymade forms, called bioidentical forms. These still can have side effects, which are lessened if prescribed appropriately. Many women feel better on hormone therapy, but what if you could feel better without it, by supporting your own natural production of hormones? That way, instead of taking bioidentical hormones, you’re on ‘Susan-identical’ or ‘Ruth-identical’. You can’t have side effects with those!

Some women who see a clinician for menopausal symptoms may never have had normal hormone balance, and, in fact, women with

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more irregular or symptomatic cycles are more likely to have menopausal symptoms. Perhaps they never had regular cycles, or always had pain or headaches with their cycles. Hormone replacement never restores normal balance; it merely covers it up. Many clinicians have found that natural modalities work quickly at this time. One favorite is homeopathy. These dilute natural medicines have no side effects and no contraindications, and are safe for people of all ages. They are prescribed on the unique experience of the women.

Let’s take a few examples: Sulphur: Women who benefit from this homeopathic remedy may feel tired or chilly after a hot flash and will fan themselves. They tend to have memory issues and an empty feeling in the stomach in late morning.

Sepia: Women who do well on this remedy may feel that a heat is rising from the abdomen up to the head. They may feel like hot water is poured over the head.

Cimicifuga: Women may have heat followed by abdominal sweat, with redness in the face. They want to get out to fresh air yet are generally chilly.

There are hundreds of homeopathic remedies, but above are listed some of the most common ones. Your homeopath can find the one that has your name on it.

Menopause is a stage of maturation of the woman, where she may find the wisdom and even spirituality that evolves for her at this time. With homeopathy, she can enjoy this time symptom-free.

Julie Lachman, ND is a licensed Naturopath and Bucks County native. She works with clients of all ages in her Doylestown office. www.drlachman.com. (see display ad on page 23)

Festival, Community, Family My husband and I have been going to music festivals for about 15 years. Though we are Pagans, prior to 2008 we had never attended a Pagan festival. That spring we heard about Free Spirit Gathering and were interested in attending. Unfortunately, the dates coincided with a major music festival that we had already purchased tickets for.

This would be our 3rd trip to the giant music festival and we were exited that we had been able to get VIP tickets. We resigned ourselves to attending FSG the following year. When we went to the Free Spirit Gathering website to find the dates for the next year, we saw the list of workshops and classes being offered that year and decided to sell our VIP music festival tickets in favor of attending FSG. It may seem ridiculous to ditch an internationally famous music festival with 80,000 people for a small regional pagan festival with between 300 - 400 attendees but that is exactly what we did.

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Our first experience was a joy from start to finish. The festival staff was fantastic and really made us feel at home. We immediately fell in love with the site—a campground with a small lake, and miles of trails through the woods. They even had a labyrinth. We attended every workshop that we could and found all of the presenters to be knowledgeable and engaging. The public rituals were excellent and well attended. At night there were musical performances and all night bonfires by the lake with fantastic drummers that kept the beat going and inspired many to dance the night through. There were a wide variety of workshops and even an entire series specifically for children of various ages.

We made many, many friends that year, some from as far away as Seattle, WA, Los Angeles, CA, and Minneapolis, MN who we look forward to seeing year after year. We have never regretted our original decision to go to FSG rather than the music festival; at FSG we have found friends and family of choice who have enriched our lives in so very many ways. We have since attended a couple of other Pagan festivals but FSG will always be our festival of choice.

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Organic Lawn Care What you need to know When choosing a lawn care provider many people have questions: Are the products safe for my children and my pets? Are they having a negative effect on our environment? Is the company I am looking to hire truly organic? Does organic lawn care actually work? Unfortunately getting clear answers on these questions isn’t always easy.

Since there’s currently no regulation, lawn care companies can simply make up any kind of “Organic” or “Safe” self designation.

For example: words like “Organic Based”, “Natural”, and “Environmentally Safe” are just a few keywords that are often far from the truth. What is important for you to know is that 100% organic lawn care is knowledge based. An organic lawn care professional must understand soil biology, soil chemistry and have an understanding that weeds are a messenger telling us what is wrong with your soil. Only a true Organic Land Care professional can help bring your soil back to life thus creating a beautiful lawn. Chemical lawn treatments have an adverse effect on your soil. Organic fertilizers revitalize the soil, feed the grass and are less likely to leach. Your soil will become a more fertile environment for your lawn and consequently over time less water is needed to maintain a lush green lawn.

I am proud to say that Organics have come a long way in the last decade. The products are better and more reasonably priced. Organic lawn care is now competitive with the chemical lawn care industry in both cost and results. Two simple and inexpensive soil tests can tell your lawn care professional what may be wrong with your

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soil and allow them to create a customized approach for your lawn.

So how can you be sure you are getting truly organic lawn care? Ask the questions. Ask them if they will be doing a soil test, ask for the plan, and ask what products they are using and if they are approved by the Organic Material Review Institute.

At Frederick’s Organic lawn care we use only OMRI (Organic Material Review Institute) listed fertilizers. Without that OMRI stamp on a bag of fertilizer it is not truly organic. Please feel free to contact us for your free lawn evaluation and estimate and become part of the growing trend that is truly organic.

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Although the consequence of mouth breathing and improper tongue posture can cause real dental issues, a more serious situation may be at the heart of the aforementioned condition. As was mentioned earlier, the factor responsible for mouth breathing is enlarged tonsils and/ or adenoids. The resultant altered breathing mechanics may lead to sleep-related breathing disorders and even sleep apnea. Mouth breathing, excessive sleepiness, lethargy and or snoring are all indications that a child should be evaluated by ENTs and pediatric sleep specialists.

If adenoid tissues(includes the tonsils) are responsible for the breathing issues, there are several methods to address this situation.

With many children now days sensitive and allergic to myriads of allergens, identifying and removing the causative allergens may shrink the adenoid tissues. Nasal sprays and rinses may also reduce the enlarged tissues. The last resort is surgery to remove the adenoids and or tonsils. (see display ad on page 19)

Tonsils, Tongue, Teeth Several months ago a patient asked me to look at her five year-old son.

She was concerned that her son had many gaps between his teeth.

“Shouldn’t his teeth be lined up closer together?” she wondered. Her concerns were understandable since we as a society place such importance on appearance even in young children. I explained to her that spacing between the baby teeth are perfectly normal and preferable. The reason for this is that the spacing represents normal jaw development and bodes well for the alignment of adult teeth to follow.

So what is the concern for a child with tight baby teeth or crowded teeth? In absence of a thumb or finger sucking habit the child may be exhibiting the effects of mouth breathing or improper tongue posture. Both of these conditions can be due to breathing issues caused by enlarged tonsils or adenoids. Enlarged adenoids and or tonsils prevent normal breathing through the nose. The child instead breathes through the mouth and prevents the normal positioning of the tongue at rest, swallowing and speaking. The tongue in this situation is placed more forward and the lower jaw is opened more to allow air to reach the throat. Also when swallowing, the tongue fails to push up against the palate and causes a narrowing of the upper jaw. This situation also creates an insufficient swallow and often leaves food residue lingering in the mouth. My daughter had this problem long before I became a dentist, and I remember chiding her often to swallow her food better. Little did I know…

As this situation of mouth breathing and associated improper tongue posture continues, the baby teeth in the young child starts to incline inward as the pressures from the muscles and tissues of the lips and cheek overcome the resistance that should be provided by the tongue. The result is the elimination of the proper spacing between the teeth and the eventual crowding of the baby teeth and possible abnormal jaw development. This is one of the more common reasons for complex orthodontic treatments to be performed in young children and adolescents.

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What is The Andara Genesis spiral?

The Andara Genesis spiral is a meditation portal made entirely of Andara crystal stones. The Andara crystals, found in the High Sierra mountains of Northern California, are glass-like crystals of exceptional beauty and power. The Andara Genesis Spiral is the largest number of these stones to gather on the East Coast.When the Andaras are arranged on a table, in the sacred geometric form of a spiral, their collective energy is expanded. The Spiral is created to facilitate energy flow and to help raise the vibration of those who sit close to it. The Andaras themselves work with the energy of our personal intention.

When we come to sit with The Spiral , we are asked to come with a clear intention for ourselves and for the world as a whole. The Spiral itself spins the energy of the Andaras outward carrying our intentions, to merge with all the grid space, with all the Universal energy, thus allowing for creation to manifest into form within the world.

The Andaras are also a group of highly evolved Beings of Light.

What follows is what The Andara’s themselves have to say about the Genesis Spiral: “Each Soul who comes and sits with the Spiral has an opportunity to become a new creation.

We, The Andaras, will awaken you to your fullest and even more full potential. We will speak to all the people that come to sit with us. Some to their ears, some to their hearts and some to their souls. ( not audible ie: I didn’t feel anything ) Everyone who sits with us will be uplifted, will be shifted, will be transformed.

The Genesis Spiral is not a labyrinth, rather we are an act of creation and re-creation. We are a sitting rather than a walking meditation. We are ourselves and we are Love.” continued on page 25.

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Men’s Pelvic Health Yes, men do have pelvic health issues too. Sadly, there has been a lack of awareness and attention of men’s pelvic health issues. Often their conditions go untreated or are inaccurately diagnosed. At Central Bucks Physical Therapy, LLC (CBPT) we see a wide range of diagnoses of male pelvic health issues.

Often men who have pain in their pelvic region are diagnosed with chronic prostatitis. Anti-biotics are the treatment of choice for infection and symptoms will improve for a few weeks.

The pain relievers in the antibiotic help with the pain initially, then after the course of the antibiotic the symptoms may return. This could indicate that something else possibly pelvic floor muscle spasm may be causing pain.

Pain in the rectal area can be a result of muscles that have tightened from a long history of heavy work or sports, which shorten the hamstring muscles. The hamstrings have fascial connections to the muscles of the rectal region.

Some men have undergone prostate surgery without a full resolution of urinary incontinence. The muscles involved in controlling the flow of urine are the pelvic floor muscles. As Physical Therapist specializing in pelvic health conditions we can help you.

Other surgeries such as hernia repairs or athletic pubalgia (sports hernia) can lead to decreased mobility of nerve and fascial tissue creating referred pain into the pelvis and genitals. Specific manual techniques are available to help with this pain. These restrictions may cause pain with activities such as sitting, lifting, during intercourse or after intercourse.

Here is a list of symptoms often seen in men with pelvic health issues: - Urinary or Fecal Incontinence/Retention - Urinary Urgency/Frequency - Painful Urination - Constipation - Bowel issues related to conditions such as IBS or Crohn’s Disease - Genital Pain - Genital Pain related to sexual activities - Lumbar and/or Sacroiliac (SI) joint pain - Coccyx (tailbone) pain - Sensation of a golf ball in the rectum - Abdominal/groin/hip pain - Change in pelvic region health after surgery

If you or someone you know are experiencing any of the symptoms above please consult CBPT where we are specifically trained to evaluate and treat your condition in a private setting. by Janet Drake, PT LCCE FACCE (see display ad on page 12)

Concussion: Neurofeedback Beats Head Injury Annette (not her real name) was happily looking forward to her senior year and graduate school. She was broadsided on a warm sunny afternoon by a car with an inattentive driver running a red light. The impact threw Annette’s vehicle head-on into a tree. Although she believed she sustained only a broken nose from hitting the steering wheel, she had no idea what a curve this experience had thrown to her life for the next two years.

Annette began neurofeedback last October. At the time of her referral to our office, she still had major difficulty with falling asleep and staying asleep for even a few hours at a time, paying attention or concentrating on anything more than a few minutes, and following conversations with others. She often found herself crying spontaneously or losing her temper during the day for no reason. The routine of a parttime retail sales job was nearly impossible. Headaches were a daily occurrence. Memory was helped somewhat by several notepads in her purse and post-it notes all over her home, including even reminders for doing the basic self-help tasks of a daily hygiene routine such as brushing her teeth. She was stuck!

In this condition, Annette was not on her way to graduate school. In fact, her legal counsel and the medical community were preparing her to accept a future of limited functional skills and medication to help manage her new disability. She was struggling with the reality of the sudden change in her life goals from this one event. Annette was in both a mental and emotional quandry.

Initially, a quantitative electroencephalogram (qEEG) indicated a change in “volume” of several of her brain waves in a generalized pattern across her brain. There was too much of slow and fast waves, and not enough of the calm waves that would help her process information. Her brain was racing and slowing at the same time, causing a very confused pattern. All of her cognitive skills were in a spin.

After a few weeks of neurofeedback, Annette’s sleep began to normalize and she was feeling rested afterwards. Gradually she relied less on her notes, was smiling more, and her attention span was improving at her part time job and at home.

Neurofeedback is an effective remedy for head injuries and restoring normal life functioning. Interested individuals may contact our office at www.achievewell.net (see display ad on page 24)

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Sunday, March 1 KID’S YOGA WITH LIZ PAGE Kid’s Yoga is back at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen, PA! This six session series runs Sundays 930-1030am (no class 4/5.) Ages 4- 10. Parents-take our 915am Hatha class on the second floor while the kids take yoga too! www.yogatreepwc.com Wednesday, March 4 BOOK STUDY AT YOGA TREE (FREE COMMUNITY EVENT) Join our community in Blooming Glen as we explore books related to yoga, health and the spiritual life! Every Wednesday from 7:15-8:15pm; with a potluck to celebrate each book’s finish! March/April’s Read: Awake in the World by Michael Stone. Guidelines for living an empowered, awakened life; connecting our practice and everything. Sign up on Yoga Tree’s website: www.yogatreepwc.com Wednesday, March 4 I WANT A FUN FUNERAL WORKSHOP Contemplating your own funeral is not for the faint of heart, but getting some thoughts down on paper and into the hands of a trusted love one can be the best move you never considered making before. In this fun and lively workshop, you’ll get an easy-to- complete packet that includes everything that needs to be decided. With humor, support, and discussion, a dreaded task becomes not only easy, but creative and meaningful. It’s a huge gift for your family, and there are more options for funerals than ever before.

Come learn about them, plan yourself an awesome farewell, and have fun in the process. Wed 7:00-9:00pm and Wed Mar 11 7:00-9:00 pm.

Hatboro-Horsham Adult Evening School, meets at Keith Valley Middle School, 227 Meetinghouse Rd, Horsham, PA. Kyle Tevlin 215-348-4306, kyle@iwantafunfuneral.com. To register: www.hhaes.org (See ad pg. 39) Friday, March 6 RECREATING SELF IMAGE WITH KIMBERLY LONDON Recreating your image isnt about recreating who you are, but rather finding attunement with the beautiful spirit that lies within you and restructuring the way you present yourself to the world. Hands-on workshop. Kimberly has worked in Human services for over 18yrs. Friday March 6th, 7-9pm $35 Rina’s Rocks 42 S. York Rd Hatboro Pa 215-442-ROCK RinasRocks.com (See ad page 44) Friday, March 6 KID’S YOGA WITH SUZANNE FISHER Kid’s Yoga is back at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen, PA! This six session series runs 6-7pm on Fridays (no class on 3/20.) Ages 4- 10. Parents can take our Happy Hour $5 Community Class on the second floor while the kids practice yoga too! www.yogatreepwc.com

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Saturday, March 7 OPEN HOUSE At River Valley Waldorf School we provide a rich academic curriculum taught through the prism of creative thinking. When our students graduate from eighth grade to attend some of the area’s leading high schools, they do so as creative thinkers whose capacities for both analysis and imagination are not only treasured by sought. Join us and find out more about this amazing education. 10am prompt, Childcare is provided: River Valley Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Road, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972, Call to register 610-982-5606 www.rivervalleyschool.org Saturday, March 7 YIN YOGA WORKSHOP WITH BRENDA HASLEGO This workshop will focus on a passive practice which allows for the down-regulation of the nervous system; building receptivity in the body. The poses will be from seated/lying down & held from 3-5 minutes. This practice gives us the time & space to cultivate a state of connecting on a conscious/ unconscious level. 1-3pm at Yoga Tree, Blooming Glen PA. www.yogatreepwc.com Sunday, March 8 MONTHLY MEDITATION Second Saturday of each month 1-2pm.

There are many approaches and styles to cultivating mindfulness through meditation. This class focuses on a different theme and style of meditation each month. Classes may incorporate mantras, yantras, mudras, crystals, breath work, and the chakra system. Come de-stress and experience the support of group meditation. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902. Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email: info@tristanayogastudio.com Monday, March 9 ANGER MANAGEMENT GROUPS (MEN & WOMEN) INTRODUCTION: Anger Management groups are a 10-12 week course.

Attendance and participation a must for the certificate to be awarded at the end of the program. OBJECTIVE: Overview of Anger Management Treatment Events and Cues Anger control plans The Aggression Cycle Cognitive Restructure Anger and the Family, Parts 1 & 2 Review Assertiveness Training and Conflict Resolution Model, Parts 1 & 2 Review Closing and Certifications Certificates of Completion are given at the end of the program. Program must be paid in full. Program conforms to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Standards. If interested please call (215) 661-9515. (See ad page 31)

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Wednesday, March 11 CULTIVATING HANDS ON ASSIST FOR YOGA TEACHERS Restorative yoga is a gentle inward form of yoga that invites participants to move towards greater balance, control and participation in their life.

William Hunschmidt, 500 E-RYT, Thursday, March 12, 12:30PM Thai Yoga Massage for friends and Family Thurs. March 12 at 7:00PM Whole Body Yoga, 215-661-0510, wholebodyyoga@hotmail.com (See ad page 44) Wednesday, March 11 RESTORATIVE YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Restorative yoga is a gentle inward form of yoga that invites participants to move towards greater balance, control and participation in their life. This program will include posture practice, pranayama, meditation, mantra, mudra, visualization, and use of props to create a safe/comfortable/healing environment. Weekend Training April 10-12. Whole Body Yoga Studio, North Wales, PA for more info call 215-661-0510 or wholebodyyoga@hotmail.com. (See ad page 44) Friday, March 13 REIKI SHARE & COMMUNITY REIKI 2nd Friday of each month 6 7:30pm Free Reiki Share for Reiki practitioners. Please bring a refreshment to share. 7:30 - 9pm Community Reiki 10 minute mini treatment for $10. Practitioners interested in providing Community Reiki contact Alison at 267- 245-4140 or email info@tristanayogastudio.com Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902 2nd entrance Rt 611 across from Children of America.

Saturday, March 14 HOT YOGA SERIES AT YOGA TREE Join Alison Gilheany for four consecutive Saturdays of hot yoga, from March 14th to April 4th! Each workshop will run from 1-3pm, and will have it’s own central focus. This will give students an introduction to hot yoga for the whole body. We will meet at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen; sign up online at www.yogatreepwc.com Saturday, March 14 IMPROVING YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH MONEY WORKSHOP: Improve the relationship you have with money and yourself. Creating wealth isn’t only about money, it’s also about your health, relationships and requires changing your mindset about money.

Learn powerful tools to improve your relationship with money, yourself and live a life of prosperity & abundance! With The Possibility Coaches.

Location: Greenshire Consortium, Quakertown, PA $57. 9am-2pm.

Register: 215-538-0976 or http://goo.gl/VDXDAU Saturday, March 14 PHILADELPHIA Are we obligated to seek more from life than money and pleasure, to help and protect the poor and vulnerable and to live to benefit others,why? Join us for a discussion about the Theosophical approach to everyday ethics The United Lodge of Theosophists 1917 Walnut Street, Philadelphia All meetings are free and open to the public Phone 215-563- 4692 ULTPhila@aol.com Sunday, March 15 THE SCIENCE OF YOGA: EXPLORING THE SCIENTIFIC BASIS OF ANCIENT YOGA WISDOM 2 - 4pm. This workshop examines emerging findings from neuroscience and psychology that identify the science-based benefits of yoga. We also look at how the physical practice helps maximize these benefits. This workshop includes both discussion

and asana. Basic yoga experience is encouraged, but not required. Preregistration required. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902 Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email: info@tristanayogastudio.com Sunday, March 15 INVERSIONS WITH NATALIE LEVIN Come for a day of placing the heart above the head! Are you scared of being upside down? We’ll work with all the emotions that may arise while inverting. We will use lots of props to safely move into many powerful inversions. You can expect opera, asana and glitter, among other things! 3-5pm at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen PA. www.yogatreepwc.com Monday, March 16 ANGER MANAGEMENT GROUP 11 Week Group for men & women.

Overview of Anger Management Treatment Events and Cues Anger control plans The Aggression Cycle Cognitive Restructure Anger and the Family, parts 1 and 2 Review Assertiveness Training and Conflict Resolution Model Review Closing and Certifications. Call (215) 661-9515.

(See ad page 31) Wednesday, March 18 SCHOOL TOUR At River Valley we provide a rich academic curriculum taught through the prism of creative thinking. When our students graduate from eighth grade to attend some of the area’s leading high schools, they do so as creative thinkers whose capacities for both analysis and imagination are not only treasured by sought. 9am, River Valley Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Road, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972, 610-982-5606 www.rivervalleyschool.org Wednesday, March 18 BLUEPRINT FOR LIVING PROGRAM! MASTERING YOUR MINDSET ... LOVING YOUR LIFE!: Learn how to create the life you want! Get simple and powerful tools to create positive changes and balance in ALL areas of your life! Program is open to the general public and classes begin on March 18th, 6:30-9pm and meet for 4 consecutive Wednesdays at Delaware Valley College. Learn more and register here: www.BlueprintForLiving.info Thursday, March 19 WHAT LIES AHEAD: FINANCIAL & LEGAL PLANNING FOR YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONE WITH SPECIAL Come learn about financial, estate and legal planning for you and your loved ones with special needs.

Free and open to all. Babysitting provided at no cost. Contact Kara for more info. kerrico@potentialinc.org or 215-579-0670. Register for a space: www.potentialinc.org/events. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Potential, Inc. (170 Pheasant Run, Newtown, PA).

Thursday, March 19 REINVENTING HEALTHCARE USING ESSENTIAL OILS Discover Natural Solutions for almost any ailment you might encounter. We will cover topics such as Mood Management, Respiratory Health, Digestive Health, Pain Management, Hormone Imbalance, Skin Conditions & more.

Weekly meetings, Whole Body Yoga Studio, 215-661-0510 213 N. Main St, North Wales, PA www.wholebodyyogastudio.com, email wholebodyyoga@hotmail.com (See ad page 44) Thursday, March 19 THE ANDARA GENESIS SPIRAL We will gather on the eve of the Vernal equinox to sit with the energy of the Genesis Spiral.We will take

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this time to set our intentions for new growth and possibility in our lives.Location is Doylestown,Pa 18901 We will gather at 7:15 to exchange names. Seating is limited.RSVP at 215-345-1291 or email Deb@AndaranLemurianEnergy.com Donation basket provided. (See ad page 21) Friday, March 20 108 SUN SALUTATIONS FOR THE SPRING EQUINOX Welcome Spring with an ancient tradition of saluting the sun! Practice anywhere from one to 108! Held in our beautiful studio Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen, PA, from 6-8pm. Sign up online at www.yogatreepwc.com

Saturday, March 21 ESSENTIAL FOR LIVING: TEACHING CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH MODERATE-TO-SEVERE DISABILITIES 2-day workshop for Teachers, Curriculum Coordinators, SLPs and BCBAs using the Essential for Living curriculum to teach individuals with disabilities. Hosted by Potential, Inc. (170 Pheasant Run, Newtown, PA) 8am-4pm both days.

12 CEUs for course completion. Contact Kara for more info. kerrico@potentialinc.org or 215-579-0670. Registration and cost to attend found here: http://behaviorchange.com/index.php/register-4/

Friday, March 20 SPRING EQUINOX CELEBRATION Friday, March 20th 6 - 8pm.

During the equinox we experience equal parts day and night. Learn how to balance your own polarities through yoga, deep relaxation, and meditation. Appropriate for all levels. No prior yoga experience necessary. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown, PA 18902.

2nd entrance on Rt 611 across from Children of America. www.facebook.com/tristanayogastudio Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email: info@tristanayogastudio.com

Saturday, March 21 TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION PROGRAM Free Public Lecture on the benefits of the Transcendental Meditation Program will be held on Saturday, March 21 at 10:00 AM inn the Doylestown area. The TM Program is widely known for lowering blood pressure, reducing stress and creating deep relaxation. Find out why over 6 million people have taken our course worldwide. Start living life to its fullest. Email csmith@tm.org or call 215-783-4629 to sign up and find the location of the lecture. Seating is limited. Visit www.tm.org for more information.

Saturday, March 21 2-DAY LAUGHTER YOGA LEADER CERTIFICATION TRAINING Become a more joyful, healthy and resilient person and able to spread the laughter with family, friends, at work, in your community and beyond.

Learn the basic skills needed to start up a Laughter Club and to lead Laughter Yoga workshops. Trainings on 3/21 & 22 and 4/11&12 in Media, PA. Call Alexa 215 478 5669 or alexa@laughteryogawithalexa.com (See ad page 20)

Saturday, March 21 FAMILY YOGA 2:45 - 3:45pm. Reconnect with family through yoga! No prior yoga experience necessary. Open to children ages 5 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

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Monday, March 23 JOURNEY THROUGH THE CHAKRAS Learn about and open up your chakras through discussion, yoga, and meditation. First class is an overview of the chakra system. Each subsequent class highlights a specific chakra. Sign-up for all 8 or drop-in to individual sessions. Fridays 7 8:15pm 3/27, 4/3, 4/17, 4/25, 5/1, 5/15, 5/22 & 5/29. $120 if registered by 3/ 14. Regular price: $140. Drop-in: $20 Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902. www.facebook.com/tristanayogastudio Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email: info@tristanayogastudio.com Tuesday, March 24 EVENING WITH THERMOGRAPHY You are invited to an Evening with Thermography at EZLifescan, 1808 Swamp Pike, Suite 200 in Gilbertsville @ 6:30pm. Come take a tour of our facility, have some refreshments and watch a slide show about thermal imaging not only for painless, radiation free breast screening but for full body scanning as well. There will be a question and answer time! Please call 484-624-5410 to RSVP or email me at Stephanie@EZLifescan.com as seating is limited.

I look forward to meeting you! If you cannot attend this one please give us a call and we can keep you updated about the next one that we schedule!

(See ad page 3) Wednesday, March 25 WOMEN’S DISCUSSION NIGHT OUT Join us at Puritie Day Spa in New Hope from 7 to 9p.m. for a fun and free, interactive night of discussion about loving and supporting yourself! Local author, Laura L. Barry will lead the discussion about changing self-criticizing thoughts to self-coaching thoughts. Seating is limited, please call or email to reserve your spot:

215.863.2456, Puritiespa14@gmail.com or go to www.puritiespa.com to learn more.

Wednesday, March 25 TIRED OF BEING TIRED? HOW TO ELIMINATE FATIGUE AND HAVE ENDLESS ENERGY Tired of Being Tired? How to Eliminate Fatigue and Have Endless Energy Wednesday, March 25 6:00 PM Refreshments & Chair Massages 6:30 PM-8:30 PM Workshop Demonstrations and Questions & Answers Following Workshop Free Computerized Stress Spinal Evaluation & Chair Massage Included!

Gorman Optimal Health Solutions 333 North Oxford Valley Rd. Suite 402 Fairless Hills, PA 19030 Must call to RSVP 215-9- HEALTH Visit www.Gorman-Health.com for more information THESE CALENDAR LISTINGS ARE ONLY $10 !!! Event and Activity Listings are only $10 for 65 words in Creating Community Magazine.

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community as we venture together to open to all that we are! Putney, VT; Contact: SoulSupport@SoulSupportSystems.org.or call 802-722-9554.

267-218-4254 Circle of Miracles Church, 10 Beulah Road, New Britain, PA 18901 www.circleofmiracles.org (See ad page 42)

Thursday, March 26 TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION PROGRAM Free Public Lecture on the benefits of the Transcendental Meditation Program will be held on Thursday, March 26 at 6:30 PM in the Doylestown area. The TM Program is widely known for lowering blood pressure, reducing stress and creating deep relaxation. Find out why over 6 million people have taken our course worldwide. Start living life to its fullest. Email csmith@tm.org or call 215-783-4629 to sign up and find the location of the lecture. Seating is limited. Visit www.tm.org for more information.

Saturday, March 28 REIKI 2 CERTIFICATION CLASS Make your healing practice more powerful by learning the healing sacred symbols. Learn and practice sending Distance healing to your loved ones. Learn Reiki emotional Healing and the Power, Emotional, and Distance symbols for a more powerful Distance healing session. See http://www.healingwithinu.org/ default.html or call 215 245 1211

Friday, March 27 BOUGHT - THE MOVIE Your Health, brought to you by Wall St. The hidden story behind vaccines, big pharma and your food. How seriously are we interfering with Mother Nature and how bad does it have to get before we stop putting profit before the health of our children and future generations? 7:15-9:30pm. Dr. Susan Burger’s Vitality Center, 300 W. Trenton Ave, Morrisville, Pa. 215-736-3803 or frontdesk@LiveWithVitality.com. (See ad page 32) Friday, March 27 REIKI III MASTER PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATION 3/27-3/28 Friday 6:30-9:30pm & Saturday 9am-8:00pm. Receive the Usui Master Power Attunement, increases your Reiki flow, learn Usui Master Symbol and instructions to utilize this symbol for increased intensity of the Reiki power. Register by 3/19 for discount. Add optional Teacher Training Saturday 5-10pm & Sunday 2-10pm glenda@circleofmiracles.org or

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Saturday, March 28 12TH ANNUAL WELCOME SPRING SPIRITUAL FAIRE. Saturday March 28 10 am - 6 pm, Sunday March 29 10 am - 5 pm. Milford Township Fire Company, 2185 Milford Square Pike, Milford Square, PA. 18935.

Route 663 at Allentown Road. Tarot, Intuitive Readings, Holistic Therapies, Energy Work, Natural Products, Aura Photos, Inspired Jewelry, Crystals, Minerals, more. For vendors, see web site. Free Workshops daily.

Admission $4. Sponsor: The Quakertown Center for Spiritual Living. www.quakertowncsl.org (See ad page 47) Saturday, March 28 ROCK AND MINERAL SHOW Saturday and Sunday, March 28 & 29 at the Lulu Temple, Plymouth Meeting Pa. Fabulous displays, rock samples for kids! Crystals, fossils. Start a new hobby that can bring more nature and exercise into your life, or add to your collection. Karen from River of Life Natural Foods will be there Sunday the 29th. Hours: Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-4. Call the shop 215-794-1445 for more info.Hope to see you there! Karen (See ad page 12)

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Sunday, March 29 PAIN AND CHRONIC ILLNESS SUPPORT CIRCLE Newly-forming group designed to support you as you move from painful living to living well. Connect with others, share your experience, and receive strategies and resources to support you in your daily life. Sunday, March 29, 2-3:30 PM at The Resiliency Center, 1811 Bethlehem Pike, Suite 212, Flourtown, PA 19031. Space Limited. RSVP Required to Dana Barron, healingpathcoaching@yahoo.com or 215-688-5108 www.theresiliencycenter.com (See ad page 3) Sunday, March 29 ACCESS CONSCIOUSNESS THE BARS« The Bars are 32 points on the head that when touched starts to unravel & dissipate limitations & considerations regarding life, living & this reality. All while laying down!

For LMT’s this class is 8CEU credits. Class time 10am to 5:30pm. Geri Massott Bars Facilitator. Call 484-477-3694 www.hangthewitch.com, Huntingdon Valley area.

Saturday, April 4 BEGINNER YOGA WORKSHOP Learn the basics of yoga! This workshop will go in depth with a variety of poses, breathing exercises and much more. We will learn alignment, benefits, modifications for everyone, breathwork, meditation, and more. Six Saturdays from 11am12:30pm at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen PA; students can take any number of these sessions, or the entire workshop! See the full schedule online: www.yogatreepwc.com Tuesday, April 7 4-WEEK SELF-HEALING MEDITATION CLASS 7-9PM Learn active meditation for beginners! Use guided visualization exercises to

recognize, process and release the energy that doesn’t belong to you.

Discover who you are underneath it all. Easy, powerful, fruitful and fun!

Intuitive Energy School, Brad Hess, Director. 18 E 2nd St., Media, PA (610) 848-8334 iEnergySchool@gmail.com - www.IntuitiveEnergy.com (See ad p. 43) Tuesday, April 7 INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION: LIBERATING THE FIRE ELEMENT In this simple but extensive meditation workshop, we will connect to the qualities of the fire element through our obstructed emotions; such as abandonment, rejection, isolation, loneliness, and longing. We will regain energy lost when obstructed, liberate our emotions, and learn tools to deal with emotions in daily life. Six Tuesdays, 830-930pm at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen PA. www.yogatreepwc.com Thursday, April 9 THE ANDARA GENESIS SPIRAL We will once again gather to sit with the energies of The Andaras, in the Spiral.Celebrating longer days and warmer weather we will set our intentions ,taking advantage of the increase in energy and light. We will be at our location in Doylestown, Pa 18901 Time 7:15 to share names.Seating is limited. Please RSVP at 215345-1291 or email Deb@AndaranLemurianEnergy.com Donation basket provided. (See ad page 21) Friday, April 10 REIKI II CERTIFICATION 4/10-4/11 Reiki power is increased, works faster and deeper. Learn to transmit Energy over distance and time. Learn how Reiki can be applied to situations, be sent into the future, help heal the past, eliminate habits, and enhance talents. Friday 6:30-9:30pm and Saturday 9am-6pm. Register by 4/3. Circle Of Miracles, 10 Beulah Road,

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New Britain, PA Rev. Glenda Smith Reiki@circleofmiracles.org (See ad page 42)

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Friday, April 10 REIKI SHARE & COMMUNITY REIKI 2nd Friday of each month 6 7:30pm Free Reiki Share for Reiki practitioners. Please bring a refreshment to share. 7:30 - 9pm Community Reiki 10 minute mini treatment for $10. Practitioners interested in providing Community Reiki contact Alison at 267- 245-4140 or email info@tristanayogastudio.com Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902 2nd entrance Rt 611 across from Children of America.

Saturday, April 11 DO YOU WANT TO DISCOVER GOD’S PURPOSE FOR YOUR LIFE? What are the spiritual gifts, abilities and experiences that have shaped you? This interactive workshop is your starting point to finding and fulfilling your unique purpose in life. Workshop from 8:15 AM-Noon at St. Peter’s Church in North Wales, PA. To register: contact Laurie Kane (267) 640-5094 or sign-up at www.FindHope4Today.com/Purpose.

Cost $22 includes workbook. (See ad page 39) Saturday, April 11 YIN YANG WORKSHOP WITH BRENDA HASLEGO This two hour workshop will integrate an active practice to a more passive practice.

The yang side of our nature, our emotions, our spirit, warmer. The yin side of ourselves is less active, cooler, more earth oriented. We will learn how these two work together to cultivate a balance in our lives. 1-3pm at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen, PA. www.yogatreepwc.com Saturday, April 11 2-DAY LAUGHTER YOGA LEADER CERTIFICATION TRAINING Become a more joyful, healthy and resilient person and able to spread the laughter with family, friends, at work, in your community and beyond.

Learn the basic skills needed to start up a Laughter Club and to lead Laughter Yoga workshops. Training on April 11/12 in Media, PA. Call Alexa 215 478 5669 alexa@laughteryogawithalexa.com (See ad p. 20) Saturday, April 11 REIKI MASTER CLASS You will learn the more powerful Master symbol for healing. You will also be attuned to the Sacred Master symbol.

Anyone who has completed Usui Reiki 1 and 2 can join this class. You will be applying the Reiki Level 2 Symbols, and working with crystals and pendulum. http://www.healingwithinu.org/default.html 215-245-1211 Saturday, April 11 IET-INTEGRATED ENERGY THERAPY BASIC LEVEL & HEALING ANGELS WEEKEND CERTIFICATION IET-is a powerful self-healing technique working with 12 strand DNA,Violet Angelic Energy Ray,9 Beautiful Angels, Energy Attunement. Release limiting emotional/ physical energy patterns of your past from the body’s cellular memory map gently and safely. Two manuals/certificates included. Newtown/ area Sat/Sun 10-6, Rev Arianna Khrystyna Kahnn, IET/Reiki Master Instructor,Past Life Healer, ATP Clairvoyant Medium, 215 317-1940 www.divinelightwithin.com Sunday, April 12 MYSTICAL FEAST The Center for Contemporary Mysticism, (contemporary mysticism.org) St. Paul’s Parish Hall, 22 E. Chestnut Hill Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118, 5pm Fundraising dinner, including wine and cheese social hour, gourmet dinner and fellowship, music, dessert, and

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raffle prizes. $30 per person, reservations required. Open seating or tables of eight may be reserved. Tickets online at www.contemporarymysticism.org Come share your spiritual/mystical experiences in a no-eye-rolling environment!

Sunday, April 12 MONTHLY MEDITATION Second Sunday of each month 1-2pm.

There are many approaches and styles to cultivating mindfulness through meditation. This class utilizes a different theme and style of meditation each month. Classes may incorporate mantras, yantras, mudras, crystals, breath work, and the chakra system. Come de-stress and experience the support of group meditation. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902. Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email: info@tristanayogastudio.com Wednesday, April 15 VISION QUEST: VALLEY OF THE GODS, UTAH Join us for an 11day vision quest in stunning southeast Utah. Our quests include 4 days of teaching and preparation; a four day/night solo; and tools to bring your vision back to daily life. For those wanting to live with passion, purpose, and authenticity, a quest can be profound and often life-changing. For information: visit www.questforvision.com; Email sparrow@together.net; or call 802-387-6624 Wednesday, April 15 YOUR IEP, PAGE BY PAGE Bring your IEP materials and prepare for the IEP meeting process! (If you do not have any materials, you will be provided a PATTAN model IEP). Free and open to all. Babysitting provided at no cost. Contact Kara for more info. kerrico@potentialinc.org or 215579-0670. Register for a space: www.potentialinc.org/events. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Potential, Inc. (170 Pheasant Run, Newtown, PA).

Thursday, April 16 SCHOOL TOUR At River Valley we provide a rich academic curriculum taught through the prism of creative thinking. When our students graduate from eighth grade to attend some of the area’s leading high schools, they do so as creative thinkers whose capacities for both analysis and imagination are not only treasured by sought. 9am, River Valley Waldorf School, 1395 Bridgeton Hill Road, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972, 610-982-5606 www.rivervalleyschool.org Friday, April 17 YAMASA & NIYAMAS WORKSHOP 7 - 8:30pm This workshop will explore the philosophy of yoga’s Yamas and Niyamas, the first two limbs of Ashtanga Yoga. Learn how they can be incorporated into your practice both on and off the yoga mat! Pre-registration required. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown 18902 Call/text: 267-245-4140 Email: info@tristanayogasudio.com Follow us on facebook: www.facebook.com/tristanayogastudio Saturday, April 18 FAMILY YOGA 2:45 - 3:45pm Reconnect with family through yoga! No prior yoga experience necessary. Open to children ages 5 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required.

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Saturday, April 18 IET-INTEGRATED ENERGY THERAPY LEVELS 2 & 3 WEEKEND CERTIFICATION CLASS Learn about Angels,esoterically dowse the auric field, accelerate intuition, interpret and compassionately release energy blocks resulting from Past Life Karma. Accelerate your journey and manifest dreams through the Soul Star Chakra, activating your soul’s purpose. Attend one or all levels. Newtown/area Sat/Sun 10-6, Rev Arianna Khrystyna Kahnn, IET/Reiki Master Instructor, ATP Clairvoyant Medium, 215 317-1940 www.divinelightwithin.com Sunday, April 19 THE YOGA YOU CAN’T SEE WITH JIM TINDALL Come to an informative and relaxing workshop about the subtler aspects of yoga.

We will explore moving beyond the poses to the philosophy and deeper elements of the practice. We will discuss yoga’s moral code, breathing, and meditative states; how the yoga we can’t see can deepen our practice and enrich our lives. 1-3pm at Yoga Tree in Blooming Glen PA. www.yogatreepwc.com Sunday, April 19 SPIRIT MIND AND BODY EXPO Freeland Event Center (outside Hazleton, PA) 10-6. Vendors, Crafters, Readers, Aura Images, Psychics, Tarot, Palmists, Spiritualists, Energy Workers, Reiki, Reflexology, NLP, artists, ritual clothing, jewelry, leather, henna, tattoos, gems, crystals, New Age, Holistic, Esoteric suppliers are invited. Featured will be Elizabeth Joyce (America’s Top 100 Psychics 2014), recognized for her clairvoyant ability to help find missing persons, past-life regression, mediumship, predictions and spiritual guidance. Breakfast Buffet and Chinese Auction for the LC ASPCA. For vendor space info contact: Rita Sparkes, 570-436-8813, ahafest@yahoo.com Thursday, April 23 ACIM DAVID HOFFMEISTER 7:30-9:30 pm. Circle Of Miracles, 10 Beulah Rd, New Britain. Topic: Joy and Peace Are My Inheritance. David Hoffmeister, a modern day mystic, travels the world sharing the message of Love, Oneness, and Freedom. He studied many pathways and was led to a deeply committed practical application of A Course in Miracles.

Founder: Living Miracles Center, www.livingmiraclescenter.org.

Reservation Required Glenda 267-218-4254 glenda@circleofmiracles.org. www.circleofmiracles.org (See ad page 42) Friday, April 24 THE POWER OF CONSCIOUS INTENTION How do our thoughts, feelings, prayers and beliefs effect us and our lives? In this workshop we explore astounding evidence that we are powerful beyond measure.

Reviewing scientific studies to metaphysical laws, you will never see the world the same again! 7:00-9:00pm. Dr. Susan Burger’s Vitality Center, 300 W. Trenton Ave, Morrisville, Pa. RSVP 215-736-3803, frontdesk@LiveWithVitality.com (See ad page 32) Friday, April 24 TINICUM ART AND SCIENCE COFFEE HOUSE FUNDRAISER Tinicum Art and Science, a unique high school rooted in mindfulness, will be hosting our 10th Annual Coffee House Fundraiser from 5pm to 8pm.

Join us for a night of student performances, artwork, silent auction and fabulous vegetarian food. For more information please call Chrissy at (610)847-6980 or visit our website at tinicumartandscience.org.

Tinicum Art and Science 85 Sherman Road Ottsville, PA. (See ad page 36)

Saturday, April 25 MEDITATION TEACHER TRAINING 10 CEU’S Learn tools necessary for meditation and healing practices. Use these skills to help others achieve the same calming, life enhancing states including profound health benefits. Open to health and business professionals, yoga teachers and more. Sat/Sun 11:00 - 4:30 PM Lambertville, NJ. $225

by April 21. Meditation teacher since 1994. To register: 973-727-6579.

E-mail: bodyoflightyoga@aol.com. www.debkurilla.com Sunday, April 26 ACCESS CONSCIOUSNESS THE BARS« The Bars are 32 pts on the head that when touched starts to unravel & dissipate limitations & considerations regarding life, living & this reality. All while laying down!

For LMT’s this class is 8CEU credits. Class is 10am to 5:30pm. Geri Massott Bars Facilitator. Call 484-477-3694 www.hangthewitch.com Sunday, April 26 FUNDRAISER SHOW AND LUNCHEON SI of Bucks County invites you to our Spring Fundraiser Luncheon at Revivals in Perkasie, Sunday, April 26, 1-4 pm. In addition to lunch, Barbara Weikamp will provide entertainment, plus fantastic basket raffles. Support women and girls in Bucks County through our Live Your Dream award and other projects.

Get tickets online at http://goo.gl/z2duF2 or contact SIBucksCounty@Soroptmist.net for more information.

Tuesday, April 28 TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION PROGRAM Free Public Lecture on the benefits of the Transcendental Meditation Program will be held on Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30 PM in the Doylestown area. The TM Program is widely known for lowering blood pressure, reducing stress and creating deep relaxation. Find out why over 6 million people have taken our course worldwide. Start living life to its fullest. Email csmith@tm.org or call 215-783-4629 to sign up and find the location of the lecture. Seating is limited. Visit www.tm.org for more information.

Wednesday, April 29 KISS YOUR ALLERGIES GOODBYE! Kiss Your Allergies Goodbye!

Wednesday, April 29 6:00 PM Refreshments & Chair Massages 6:30 PM-8:30 PM Workshop Demonstrations and Questions & Answers Following Workshop Free Computerized Stress Spinal Evaluation & Chair Massage Included! Gorman Optimal Health Solutions 333 North Oxford Valley Rd. Suite 402 Fairless Hills, PA 19030 Must call to RSVP 215-9HEALTH Visit www.Gorman-Health.com for more information Friday, May 1 TED TALK COMES TO BUCKS COUNTY! 7:00-9:00 pm. An evening of inspiration sponsored by Circle Of Miracles. Rev. Laura L. Barry, one of the presenters, will speak about her new book: The Center of Me, the Journey to Finding Your Inner Coach. Venue and details still being finalized. For information/purchase tickets, go to www.laurabarry.org.

No tickets sold at door, only pre-orders due to limited seating. (See ad page 42) Saturday, May 2 HEALER & READER FAIR Circle Of Miracles Holistic Health and Psychic Fair. James Lorah House, 132 N Main St, Doylestown. 11:00 am-5:00 pm. Info Glenda 267-218-4254, glenda@circleofmiracles.org. A powerful day of healing, readers, Angelic Communications, meditations, and more.

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Location: Greenshire Consortium, Quakertown, PA. Thursday, May 7 NEW MEXICO VISION QUEST For millennia people have entered forests, deserts, and canyons to seek direction, to find passion, purpose, and the gift they’re meant to bring to their people. Vision quests are lifechanging experiences. Our 11-day programs provide a thorough (4days)preparation, a 4-day solo fast, and 3-days translating your vision into life. For more information, email Sparrow Hart (sparrow@together.net); call 802-387-6624; or visit www.questforvision.com Saturday, May 9 CCF TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION FOR LIFE AND EXECUTIVE COACHES Our 2-day intensive course will teach you everything you need to know to succeed. All Certified Coaches Federation graduates also receive admission (at no additional cost!) to our lifetime CCF Continuing Education Program. Training and Certification will be conducted by Dr. Atul Uchil, Award Winning Author — Creator of the BRAVO Motivation System May 9-10 at the Double Tree Hilton Philadelphia Airport. For Further Information Please Call 866.455.2155 www.CertifiedCoachesFederation.com (See ad page 23) Saturday, May 16 ACCELERATED TRADITIONAL USUI REIKI LEVELS 1 & 2 CERTIFICATION WEEKEND Reiki is an ancient hands on healing art using Universal Life Force Energy assisting healing on the physical, emotional, mental, spiritual levels. Reiki promotes relaxation and a sense of inner peace, increases awareness, assisting the body-mind to realign.

Rev. Arianna Khrystyna Kahnn, ATP Clairvoyant Medium, Angel Channel, Past Life Healer, IET/Reiki Master Instructor. www.DivineLightWithin.com 215 860-6011 Saturday, May 16 CHAIR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING 10 CEU’S Using a chair, learn a class template for teaching inspiring therapeutic yoga. Course includes 8 key components, 40 poses, breathing and meditation. Open to health and business professionals, yoga teachers, and more. Sat/Sun 11:00 4:30 PM Lambertville, NJ. $275 by May 14. To register - 973-727-6579.

E-mail bodyoflightyoga@aol.com. E-RYT 500 Yoga Alliance Teacher www.debkurilla.com Sunday, May 17 IRUN4LIFE iRun4Life Kids Only 3k, will be held at Doylestown Central Park, Doylestown, PA. The run starts at 9 a.m. The iRun4Life Kids Only 3k is open to all children kindergarten through sixth grade. Proceeds from this race benefit the iRun4Life non-profit organization assisting elementary schools in promoting fun non-competitive running programs that combat childhood obesity. For more information:

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Sunday, May 17 THE EVOLVING SOUL The Center for Contemporary Mysticism, (contemporary mysticism.org) St. Paul’s Parish Hall, 22 E. Chestnut Hill Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118, 2pm. Linda Backman, Ed.D, Ravenheart Center, psychologist and author of The Evolving Soul, a unique and inspiring guide to why we incarnate with purpose. With over 35 years of experience conducting traditional and regression therapy, Dr. Backman gives us a bird’s eye view into spiritual healing through our life events.

Saturday, June 6 BRIAN WEISS - MANY LIVES, MANY MASTERS 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Learn to Release All Anxiety and Fears by Unlocking the Doors to your Past! During this all-day event, you will have an opportunity to: Discover extraordinary details about your past Release old phobias and fears from prior lifetimes Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphhia, PA For more information and to Register: http://www.hayhouse.com/ many-lives-many-masters-philadelphia or call 800-654-5126 (See ad page 15) THESE CALENDAR LISTINGS ARE ONLY $10 !!! Event and Activity Listings are only $10 for 65 words in Creating Community Magazine. The Deadline for the MAY/JUNE ISSUE is APRIL 15th. SUBMIT AT OUR WEBSITE WWW.CREATINGCOMMUNITY.COM Saturday, June 27 SOLSTICE EXPO & HOLISTIC FAIR Due to scheduling problems with the New Hope Eagle Firehouse, the 7th annual Solstice Expo and Holistic Fair sponsored by the Society for Metaphysical Enlightenment will be June 27 & 28. See our website for updates on times, guest speakers, and vendors at www.wearesme.com., or call 267-261-2768 Tony (See ad page 40) Friday, July 24 ESSENCE OF HEALING WITH DR. ERIC PEARL This event in Philadelphia, PA is a comprehensive introduction to the philosophy and science of Reconnective Healing. You will hear the story of Eric’s initial encounter with Reconnective Healing; experience an in-depth exploration about what ‘healing’ means; and learn about the simplicity of the approach. Eric will give live demonstrations of on audience volunteers. TheReconnection.com or 323 960 0012 (See ad page 10) Saturday, July 25 THE ESSENTIALS OF RECONNECTIVE HEALING TRAINING PROGRAM Experience and discover how to interact with Reconnective Healing in Philadelphia with Eric Pearl. You will learn how to connect and interact with this all-encompassing spectrum of energy, light and information. This two-day, highly engaging training program will introduce you to the fullness of Reconnective Healing and a new and evolved level of health. Visit TheReconnection.com or 323 960 0012 (See ad page 10) Monday, July 27 RECONNECTIVE HEALING FOUNDATIONAL PRACTITIONER PROGRAM This two-day program emphasizes your ownership of the work and prepares you to offer Reconnective Healing as a profession.

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have an existing healthcare practice, you will learn ways to incorporate Reconnective Healing into it. visit TheReconnection.com or 323 960 0012 (See ad page 10) Friday, September 18 WALK IN BEAUTY: PILGRIMAGE OF EL CAMINO DE SANTIAGO, SPAIN, SEPTEMBER 18-27 Awaken to find your sacred center in this journey of a lifetime. Explore the pilgrimage route along the northern coastline of Galicia, from Santiago de Compostela to Muxia and Finisterra.

This 70-mile walk is at a snail’s pace with the support of a fully loaded van.

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Ongoing ActivIties MEDITATION 7-8PM EVERY WEDNESDAY @ RINA’S ROCKS Please join us for a Very Relaxing guided meditation every Wednesday evening from 7-8pm. Soothing music along with Reiki Master Ernest Torres who will take you to another place! Say good-bye to your stress! $5 Rina’s Rocks 42 S. York Rd Hatboro Pa. 19040 215-443-ROCK RinasRocks.com (See ad page 44) INTRO TEVERY FRI AM : INTRO TO YOGA: LEARN THE BASICS OR REFRESH YOUR SKILLS AT RINA’S This Intro to Yoga Class is the perfect class for the beginner or the the person just getting back in the groove! Master teacher Blakey Elkhart has been teaching for many years, and will now be offering this class here at Rina’s Rocks!Bring your own, or mats will be provided. 10:30am11:30am $7 Rina’s Rocks 42 South York Rd. Hatboro Pa 215-443ROCK RinasRocks.com (See ad page 44)

PRENATAL YOGA Sundays 10-11 AM, Taught by a mom of two, this gentle class is designed to support your changing body in a warm nurturing environment. We will focus on special breathing techniques as well as postures to relieve aches and pains, open the hips, and prepare you for the big day. Advanced Wellness and Midwifery 54 E. Oakland Ave Doylestown, on Facebook: Yoga at Advanced Wellness (See ad page 44) 7 AM YOGA Weekdays 7-8 AM Awaken your body and center your mind. This class is designed to energize you and get your day started. A great way to start the day off on the right foot! Advanced Wellness 54 E. Oakland Ave Doylestown, on Facebook: Yoga at Advanced Wellness (See ad page 44) BEGINNER’S YOGA Weds 7:30-8:30 PM, This is yoga for the rest of us. Easy poses, no sweating, a great place to start if you’re a newbie or have been out of practice for a while. Yoga mats are available. Try a first class for FREE! Advanced Wellness 54 E. Oakland Ave Doylestown, on Facebook: Yoga at Advanced Wellness (See ad page 44) TRIBAL BELLY DANCE CLASSES Fitness made fun! Improve strength, stamina, and flexibility while learning this beautiful art form.

Day, evening, and weekend classes, beginner through advanced levels, as well as specialty skills. Open to women of all ages, shapes, and ability levels. Tribal Bellies Dance Studio, 1810 County Line Rd, Huntingdon Valley, PA. (see website for full class schedule) www.tribalbelliesstudio.com 215-504-9732 DRUM CIRCLE Second Friday of each month at 7:30pm. We have drums or bring your own. Feel the healing power of music and drums, and leave

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with a sense of peace and exhilaration! RSVP at 215-736-3803 or frontdesk@LiveWithVitality.com. Dr. Susan Burger’s Vitality Center, 300 W. Trenton Ave, Suite 200, Morrisville, Pa. (See ad page 32)

activities are more effective and safe. The benefits are especially life changing for women over 40! Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:15am at Kelly’s Fitness, 22 E Butler Ave, New Britain,PA www.kellysfitness.net

PUPPY SOCIAL HOUR Free Puppy Social Hour at Holiday House Pet Resort & Doylestown Veterinary Hospital every Thursday from 7-8pm.

Socializing your puppy with other people and pets is a great way to build a bond with your new best friend, to begin a training program, to meet other pet parents and to meet experts on pet care and best practices.

Classes fill quickly. Call 215-345-6960 to register. Call Doylestown Veterinary Hospital at 215-345-6000 for all your pet care needs including required vaccinations and holistic therapies.380 N. Shady Retreat Rd, Doylestown. info@holidayhousepetresort.com Visit holidayhousepetresort.com or doylestownveterinaryhospital.com for details and directions. (See ad page 4)

DOGS AND TODDLERS Dogs & Toddlers is the ideal program for families with dogs and babies who are soon to be crawling or walking.

Often the first 3 months have gone smoothly and many families are caught off guard when their dog begins to show discomfort with the new developmental changes of their mobile baby. This program offers insight and proactive options for some of the common challenges families with dogs experience as baby becomes mobile. Call Lisa Berkenstock (215)900-0125 for scheduled dates. Or contact Kathy at info@rockledgevet.com Att: Dogs n Toddlers (See ad page 32)

DRUM CIRCLE @ RINA’S ROCKS EVERY 3RD FRIDAY 7-9PM Please join us Every 3rd Friday of the month at Rina’s Rocks for an Jammin’ Drum Circle! Drum to Celtic, Afro, & Native American beats. Bring your own drum if you have 1 or if you dont, we have a few you can use!

7-9pm $5 Rina’s Rocks 42 S. York Rd. Hatboro Pa 215-443-ROCK RinasRocks.com (See ad page 44) BAREFOOT VITALITY Become functionally fit, lean and strong!

Barefoot Vitality combines movements inspired by pilates, plyometrics, yoga and weight training in a safe, fat-burning workout that does not stress your joints. You will strengthen your back, core and entire body in a balanced way that promotes flexibility in every direction so that all your

NUTRIMOST WEIGHT LOSS CLASS Learn how you can lose 20-40 lbs. of Fat in just 49 days. Lose where you want to with this groundbreaking technology. It targets your visceral fat, the bad fat. You can find out why it’s not your fault that you can’t lose and keep it off. And discover a program that fixes the underlying metabolic issue. No drugs, no prepackaged foods, no crazy diets, no shots, no one-size-fits all plan, but a Dr. supervised, individually formulated, personal health transformation that will make you look and feel better than you ever have. Serving Lansdale, Montgomeryville, Ambler, Blue Bell, N.Wales, Plymouth Meeting, Hatfield,Lafayette Hill, Springhouse and greater Montgomery County. See www.drbenfatloss.com and Nutrimost MONTGOMERY COUNTY on Facebook. Classes held at Grisafi Chiropractic, (near Einstein Hospital,Montgomery Co.) Class size limited, to reserve your seat call 610 275 3355 for appointment. (See ad page 2)

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MARTHA’S SINGLES SOCIAL CIRCLES FREE Event. Please Join us Tuesday, March 17th from 6 to 7:30pm at The Southampton Free Library, 947 Street Rd, Southampton PA 18966. Topic: The Law of Attraction All Ages Welcome! Lots of Fun. Snacks/Beverages Included. Mingle, talk and get to know each other. Learn something new. Call Martha 215-5840188 E-mail martha@marthassingles.com www.marthassingles.com/ This Event is held on the third Tuesday night of every month (exception April). (See ad page 38) CHAIR YOGA Practice yoga seated on a chair on Mondays from 1-2 p.m. at Neshaminy Activity Center, 1842 Brownsville Rd.,PA. $4. Open to all levels of experience.

Contact info:215-3556967,administration@neshaminyac.org. Bliss from the Inside Out with Priscilla Estes (http://www.priscillaestes.com).

CHAIR & MAT YOGA Practice yoga seated on a chair or a mat on Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. at Falls Township Senior Center, 282 Trenton Rd., Fairless Hills, PA. $4. Open to all levels of experience. Contact info: 215-547-6563 or fallstwpsrctr@aol.com. Bliss from the Inside Out with Priscilla Estes (http://www.priscillaestes.com).

CHAIR YOGA Practice yoga seated on a chair on Thursdays from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. at Falls Township Senior Center, 282 Trenton Rd., Fairless Hills, PA. $4. Open to all levels of experience. Contact info: 215-5476563 or fallstwpsrctr@aol.com. Bliss from the Inside Out with Priscilla Estes (http://www.priscillaestes.com).

STILL KICKING MARTIAL ARTS AND FITNESS CENTER in Quakertown, PA offers ongoing enrollment for Children’s Taekwondo (age 6-12), Teen/Adult Taekwondo and Fitness Kickboxing classes.

Check our website or Facebook page for information on this and other special classes including Tai Chi Easy/Qigong, Yoga, Kettlebell Training, Self-Defense Seminars, Summer Camp and MORE! 215.536.6200 www.IStillKick.com 136 Mill Rd Suite B Quakertown, PA LAUGHTER YOGA WORKSHOPS TO PROMOTE WELL-BEING AND BUILD TEAMWORK Are things tough at work? Consider laughter therapy to improve moral, energize the staff, build teamwork and improve productivity,service and attitudes! Try a LY session! Everyone will be feeling so much better after a Laughter Yoga session. Call Alexa at 215 478 5669, visit www.laughteryogawithalexa.com or write to alexa@laughteryogawithalexa.com (See ad page 20) DOGS AND STORKS Dogs & Storks« This program is perfect for expecting families with dogs as they prepare for life with baby. We offer positive, practical, and fun solutions that will help you include your dog once baby arrives. We want to help ease families into the transition from pet parents to baby parents with pets. Classes are held at the Rockledge Veterinary Clinic, Rockledge PA Call Lisa Berkenstock,CPDT (215)9000125 or contact Kathy at info@rockledgevet.com for upcoming dates (See ad page 32) LAUGHTER YOGA FOR WELLNESS WITH ALEXA FONG DRUBAY Laughter Yoga combines Laughter exercises + deep yogic breathing, which draws more oxygen into the body and changes your mood in minutes. It reduces stress, improves blood flow and strengthens the immune system. Weekly Laughter Club info:http:// www.meetup.com/Laughter-Yoga-Club-Delaware-County-PA/ Laughter Yoga sessions, classes, workshops and special certification

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trainings also available. 215 478 5669 alexa@laughteryogawithalexa.com (See ad page 20) THESE CALENDAR LISTINGS ARE ONLY $10 !!! Event and Activity Listings are only $10 for 65 words in Creating Community Magazine. Advertise all of your workshops, classes, lectures, events, meetings, support groups, activities etc. to an audience of 90,000 readers for great results.The Deadline for the MAY/JUNE ISSUE is APRIL 15th. SUBMIT YOUR EVENT & ACTIVITY LISTINGS AT OUR WEBSITE WWW.CREATINGCOMMUNITY.COM (we cannot accept listings via mail or email) PUPPY KINDERGARTEN CLASSSES Have a new puppy? Plan on getting a new furry family member? Classes are held at the Rockledge Veterinary Clinic, Rockledge PA on Saturday mornings at 7:20AM. Call Lisa Berkenstock CPDT at 215-900-0125 for available class start dates.

Or email info@rockledgevet.com Att: Puppy Classes (See ad page 32) FREE ENERGY HEALING CLINIC EVERY WEDNESDAY 7-9 PM Good things happen here! Experience a different kind of energy healing in a casual, relaxed environment. Feel better and feel more like yourself.

Have your boundaries and uniqueness appreciated. Drop in—no appointment needed. Our 11th year! Intuitive Energy School, Brad Hess, Director. 18 E 2nd St., Media, PA 610-848-8334 iEnergySchool@gmail.com - www.IntuitiveEnergy.com (See ad page 43) DEALING WITH DIVORCE Divorce often creates emotional turmoil and instability within our personal lives and families. This group meets weekly to discuss coping strategies and to work through feelings surrounding the divorce process. Led by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been treating Couples and Families since 1998, this support group is sure to be educational and full of valuable insights. Group Meets Mondays 7:30-9:00 pm Paley Therapy 275 S. Main Street, Suite 8 Doylestown, PA 18901 215 489-0900 Stacee@PaleyTherapy.com (See ad page 37)

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PEER GROUP FOR GIRLS AGES 13-19 Often, young girls feel alone in their struggles. With this in mind, we have created a group where adolescents who identify as female may come together and find that they are, in fact, in good company. We talk about many things, including school, relationships, loss, anxiety, depression, body image, personal issues, and cultural differences. Group Meets Every Monday from 4-5:45pm Paley Therapy 275 S. Main Street, Suite 8 Doylestown, PA 18901 215 489900 Stacee@PaleyTherapy.com (See ad page 37) UNDERSTANDING A LOVED ONE’S STRUGGLE WITH SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE This group will foster an environment of both learning and support for individuals with loved ones struggling with addiction. Educational discussions will cover physical, emotional, and neurological effects of substance use/dependence.

Members of this group will be facilitated in discussions surrounding their own personal journeys, while each will be able to assess their needs in regards to resulting changes in relationship dynamics. Learning about familial and relationship roles, healthy boundaries, and communication styles will help members to cope in a healthy manner during difficult times.

Group Meets every Wednesday, from 6-7:30pm Paley Therapy 275 S. Main Street, Suite 8 Doylestown, PA 18901 215 480- 9099 paleytherapy.com Stacee@PaleyTherapy.com (See ad page 37)

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PSYCHIC/INTUITIVE READINGS Using Tarot/Angel cards I can help you clear issues regarding your life & living. Sometimes we just need spiritual guidance to validate the changes and choices we are making.

This works hand in hand with our inner knowing. Geri Massott, Psychic/ Medium, www.hangthewitch.com. Call 484-477-3694 A DIFFERENT KIND OF READING Thursday evening Life/Aura Readings. A unique view of yourself from an energy perspective. Who’s affecting you? What are you creating? Informative, friendly, down-toearth and often life-changing. We see, affirm and empower you, so you can create the life you want. Call for your appointment. Intuitive Energy School, Brad Hess, Director. 18 E 2nd St., Media, PA (610)848-8334 iEnergySchool@gmail.com - www.IntuitiveEnergy.com (See ad page 43) PUPPY KINDERGARTEN Come and watch your puppy grow and learn in Puppy Kindergarten! Puppy Kindergarten is a puppy crash course for puppies aged 8-18 weeks old. This class’ main focuses are on socialization and puppy-specific issues such as housebreaking and nipping. Problem prevention and basic commands are also addressed.

Puppies will be able to participate in supervised free-play. Classes at Rockledge Veterinary Clinic are held on Saturday mornings and are 6 weeks in length. Contact Lisa @ (215) 900-0125. The cost of this course is $140. (See ad page 32) NEW MOMS GROUP New Moms Group This free workshop, facilitated by Kim Vargas, LCSW and Lynne Unikel, Phd, provides a safe and supportive space to explore how becoming a mother changes both our identity and our relationships with others. Contact Kim at 267-568-

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The group meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 1112:30 a.m. at The Resiliency Center in Flourtown. (See ad page 3) YOGA & MUSIC FOR INNER HARMONY Monday evenings 5:457:00 p.m. at the Resiliency Center in Flourtown. Adults seeking relaxation and decompression will learn simple breathing techniques and light Yoga stretching to support inner strength and awareness. No-experiencenecessary classes integrate light instrumental music and stress-reducing essential oils. Please call John Muraco at 315-329-9838 or email john@heartwellhouse.com for more information, including cost and registration. (See ad page 3) YOGA BY CANDLE LIGHT Tues and Thurs 7:30-8:45 PM, Relaxing poses with little to no muscle engagement are held a little longer, often with the use of props. This allows for total relaxation while your body’s connective tissues relax and release. A perfect way to unwind at the end the day. Advanced Wellness, 54 E. Oakland Ave, Doylestown, on Facebook: Yoga at Advanced Wellness (See ad page 44) ALL ORGANIC GLUTEN FREE DETOX RETREATS March 11th 17th Escape Winter visit the oldest city in the US, St Augustine, Florida with Author of Healthy is Delicious More than a Cookbook, Kathleen Downey. Benefit from Kathleen’s 30 + years of experience researching and helping herself and others with nutrition, safe detoxification and counseling. Enjoy Organic Meals and juicing, yoga, Meditation, Massage, Applied Kinesiology, Far Infrared Sauna, Breath work, kayaking, biking,

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(Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun) to celebrate this revelation at no cost to you! See www.nightskysangha.org.

REIKI MASSAGE Incorporate Reiki Energy with a Swedish Massage. In today’s busy world our bodies sometime need a battery recharge. It’s massage with a expresso boost! I also offer YL Raindrop therapy, warm bamboo massage and other energy modalities. Geri Massott, LMT,RMT, Call 484-477-3694 for an appointment or questions, www.hangthewitch.com

PRENATAL / POSTNATAL YOGA Monday evenings 6 - 7pm.

Connect with your baby, changing body, and other moms-to-be. Learn breathing techniques and stretches that strengthen the mind, body & soul during pregnancy, labor, and post-delivery. Tristana Yoga Studio 4095 Ferry Rd Doylestown, PA 18902. 2nd entrance Rt 611 across from Children of America. facebook.com/tristanayogastudio Call/text: 267245-4140 Email: info@tristanayogastudio.com

BEGINNER YOGA Weds 7:30-8:30 PM, This is yoga for the rest of us. Easy poses, no sweating, a great place to start if you’re a newbie or have been out of practice for a while. Yoga mats are available.

Mention this ad and try a first class for FREE! Advanced Wellness, 54 E. Oakland Ave, Doylestown, on Facebook: Yoga at Advanced Wellness (See ad page 44) 7 AM YOGA Weekdays 7-8 AM Awaken your body and center your mind. This flow class is designed to energize you and get your day started.

A great way to start the day off on the right foot! Advanced Wellness, 54 E. Oakland Ave Doylestown, on Facebook: Yoga at Advanced Wellness (See ad page 44) NIGHT SKY SANGHA embraces a conversational approach to meditation and direct encounter with the textures of awake. As we explore the nature of present experience free from explanations and consequences, something magical occurs. That something turns out to be you - autonomous and sublime. We meet 4x a week in Doylestown

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