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reetings!

It may be fall but it sure feels like it’s still summer. Soon though the evenings will get cooler and the mosquitos will go into hibernation and it will start to feel like the falls I remember from my childhood back in Arkansas.

This month’s theme of Game Changers is near and dear to Cindy and me. We are passionate about making small local changes when and where we can. The sort of random acts of kindness and senseless acts of beauty that are always within the capability of all of us and if we’d just do a few of them every day our world and the world would be a nicer place for everyone.

As you go through your day this month be on the lookout for little kindnesses you can do and go ahead and do them. As you read through the many local events in this month’s magazine, maybe there is one that you could invite someone to go with you to attend. Your invitation to an uplifting even might just make their day or their week. You may find that without even trying hard you too have become a Game Changer!

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10 eventbriefs 12 healthbriefs

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13 globalbriefs 20 consciousgiving

30 greenliving 33 moonsigns

34 calendar

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17 USING EPIGENETICS FOR HEALING

by Dr. Bernard Straile

18 YOUR SPINE

The Gateway to Health

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The Calming and Centering Effects of Labyrinths

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HBOT America of Houston - Now open!

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BOT America of Houston has just opened the first stand-alone mild hyperbaric oxygen facility in Houston. They provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) which has been found useful for a wide variety of clients, from athletes to those wishing to speed healing after surgery. HBOT has been medically approved by the FDA for 14 uses, including severe anemia, osteomyelitis, arterial insufficiencies, diabetic skin treatments, wound healing and more. Hundreds of studies have been done on the use of HBOT for other conditions. Introductory “Ah-Ha” session just $49.

Visit our website today to arrange a tour of our facilities or book an appointment.

Stay tuned on Facebook for the date and time of their Grand Opening Celebration.

HBOT AMERICA, 8618-B Stella Rd., Houston, TX 77025. 832-986-5144. Visit online hbotamerica.com. See ad on page 43.

October is about Breast Health Awareness Thermography is Health Discovery “Thermography versus is not the ‘other mammogram’…

Disease Detection. it is so much more!”

- Carol Chandler, DOM

Before you can feel it, Thermography can see it!

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Energetic-Wellness Center opens their new Houston office

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e are pleased to announce that, in addition to her Katy therapy office, Zilla Adams has been invited to join Spectrum Center’s professional healing group in Houston. This center founded 28 years ago by Rosa Glenn Reilly is one of Houston’s oldest and most successful Holistic Healing centers. Its current location is The Preserve, 2060 N. Loop W., #205, Houston, Texas 77018.

Zilla was certified in Dr. Roger Callahan’s TFT in 2004, the original meridian tapping method for emotional release. She then added Gary Craig’s Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Certification in Palo Alto, CA. She is also an Advanced Reiki practitioner and has a Masters in Clinical/Medical Hypnotherapy. She combines all five modalities for powerful healing results in body, mind and spirit.

Zilla says, “I happily invite you and your family to try a session for emotional freedom, energetic balance and even a life-changing experience. THE FIRST 20 MINUTES ARE FREE! Thank you and Blessings to all!”

Energetic Wellness Center in The Spectrum Center, 2060 N. Loop W., #205, Houston, Texas 77018. zillaadams.com. 808 280-3111. See ad on page 41.

Integrative Dermatology Consultations

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re you looking for a natural, more holistic way to treat your chronic skin condition?

Or are you tired of endless prescriptions that don’t seem to treat the underlying cause of the problem? Integrative Dermatology Consultations may have the answer for you. Integrative Dermatology Consultations is a functional medicinebased consultative dermatology practice located in the Houston Heights.

The practice was founded in 2016

by Dr. Karen Chen, board-certified dermatologist and functional medicine practitioner.

Dr. Karen Chen is a board-certified dermatologist with a long standing interest in integrative and holistic medicine. Dr. Chen graduated from the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine in 1996. She completed two years of internal medicine residency at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Subsequently, she completed her dermatology residency training at the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota in 2001. She became board-certified the same year through the American Board of Dermatology. Since then, she has been in active practice in academic and multispecialty group settings.

Dr. Chen has actively pursued her interest in complementary and alternative therapies since the end of 2008, when she sought healing for her own chronic

medical issues. This led her to learning the dietary principles o f Tr a d i t i o n a l C h i n e s e Medicine, and completion of the TCM Herbology program run by the Academy of Pain Research in 2013. Dr. Chen became a diplomate of the American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine in 2012. She started her study of Functional Medicine in 2010, successfully completing the Institute of Functional Medicine Certification Program in 2014.

Dr. Chen is also interested in mind body medicine. For the past five years, Dr. Chen has also studied meditation.

In 2015, she completed 300 hours of training and practice in energy healing.

Integrative Dermatology Consultations, Dr. Chen uses primarily a functional medicine approach to address chronic skin disease. The emphasis is on improving skin from the inside out, by addressing underlying nutritional, immune, and other issues. Dr. Chen works with patients age 12 to 70. The practice is open to patients with ongoing chronic skin disease. “We invite you to explore the website, then contact us, to see if our approach might be right for you.�

Integrative Dermatology Consultations, 748 E 12th St, Unit 2, Houston, TX 77008. 832-639-3376. Visit online integrativedermconsults.com. See ad on page 43.

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A new book release!

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Phoenix Oriental Arts offers Past Life Regression Therapy

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mpower your physical, energetic and mental wellbeing with Master Blue Siytangco. Trained as a Taijiquan Master, Reiki Master, Past Life Regression therapist and Daoist Priest, Blue provides three paths to help you achieve healing and understanding for your body and spiritual wellbeing: Chen Style Taijiquan martial arts, reiki and past life regression. Master Blue teaches at Phoenix Oriental Arts in the Copperfield area.

Past life regression (PLR) therapy utilizes meditation techniques to assist clients in remembering memories from past lives that they may have lived. Understanding past lives is imbedded in the concept of reincarnation, where the immortal Soul is believed to be reborn time and time again to gain experience and learn lessons. However, belief in reincarnation is not necessary to benefit from PLR therapy. Often these experiences can be simply understood as the mind creating metaphors to deal with current circumstances in the client’s life. Either way there is still healing on the psychological, emotional, energetic, and physical level. The results vary from client to client, but all recipients will receive substantial benefits. PLR can be used to have a spiritual experience as well, where clients can experience their past lives or have encounters with guides, angels, ancestors, soul mates, or loved ones who have crossed over. Often great wisdom, insight, and deep understanding can be attained in these sessions. PLR is also more often used for therapeutic purposes to help alleviate and often cure psychological and physical ailments like phobias, depression, aches, chronic pain, and fears.

For more information about Chen Style Taijiquan martial arts, reiki or past life regression therapy, contact Master Blue Siytangco at: Phoenix Oriental Arts, 17310 FM 529 #111, Houston, TX 77095. 281-394-0476. bluesiytangco.com. See ad on page 21

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he Power of AWAKE - Wake Up from ego to live truly happy and free always, by Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien.

Join us to celebrate the release of a true treasure in The Po writing! Known internationally wer o f AWA as a very active, engaging, KE to live truly ha Wake Up fr and inspiring teacher, Zen om eg ppy an o d free always Master Thich Dieu Thien’s message is powerful, clear, and direct: “Each person Zen M aster Thich Dieu already has the Awake Thien within and it is possible to break out of the illusion that causes the endless cycle of stress, suffering, and conflicts, and Wake Up in this lifetime to be truly happy and free.”

Using practical examples and everyday language, each page contains a short teaching lesson that is both easy to understand and profound in meaning. Readers of all cultures, religions, and backgrounds can connect with the teachings. Like the finger pointing to the moon, Zen Master Thich Dieu it directs each person to realize Thien the moon within themselves. z Friday, October 14, 2016, 7:00 – 9:00pm – at Universal Door Meditation Center, 2619 Charles Lane, Sugar Land, TX 77498, 281-565-9718 z Saturday, October 15, 2016 4:00 – 7:00pm – at Barnes and Noble, First Colony/Sugar Land, 16535 Southwest Fwy #4000, Sugar Land, TX 77479, 281-313-8323 About the Author: Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien is the founder and Awake teacher at Universal Door Meditation Center in Sugar Land. She introduces and shows people of all backgrounds that Awake is already within and they have the capacity to Wake Up. Through dynamic speaking and interaction, she reveals what they didn’t know before and catalyzes their realizations so they believe they have the capacity to Wake Up, in order to be truly happy and free, disturbed by nothing.

She constantly devotes all energy and time to spread the Awake message to the community and all over the world, and develop Universal Door as an Awake Center and place of deep practice and support for people to Wake Up as soon as possible.

Books can be ordered on-line at Amazon.com starting Friday, October 14, 2016, purchased at Barnes & Noble (Sugar Land), or picked up directly from Universal Door Meditation Center.

The cost is $8.95. See ad on page 26.

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LAST CONCERT CAFE

One of Houston’s oldest

Thermal Imaging Serivces Opens New Office Thermal Imaging Services, has opened their second office in the Katy-Houston area, ready to offer thermography to those in the booming Katy-West Houston area. They will have the same great services offered in our Houston location but without the hectic drive. In time for breast cancer awareness month, our “soft” opening will be in October 2016 with an open house planned soon after.

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Mindfulness And Compassion For You And Your Whole Family At Dawn Mountain This Fall

Join Us Visit Dawnmountain.Org To Find Out More And Register For These Great Courses: •Kind Mind, Happy Life for Children 4-8 years old, with Simone Woodage 6 weeks, Sunday mornings, starting October 16

•Mindfulness for Young Adults (high school students only), with Simone Woodage and Karen Starz

6 weeks, Sunday afternoons, starting October 16

•Mindfulness for Parents with Simone Woodage, considering Dan Harris’ book 10% Happier

6 weeks, Monday evenings, starting October 17

Dawn Mountain is conveniently located just south of the Texas Medical Center at 2010 Naomi Street, Suite A Houston, TX 77054

713-630-0354 info@dawnmountain.org

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The Labyrinth Society (TLS) 18th Annual Gathering

Tom Bird Brings Out The Bestseller in You

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he “book whisperer”, Tom Bird, will present the Write Your Book in a Weekend Retreat January 19 to 22 at Unity of Houston. Aspiring authors wishing to learn more can attend a complimentary class “Writing in the Divine Author Space” with Tom Bird from 1:30 to 4 p.m. October 30 at Unity of Houston.

The weekend retreat is divided into three phases: Preparation and Education; The Retreat; and Revision. Bird’s experience working with tens of thousands of would-be writers over nearly three decades shows that success as an author depends on being able to first generate and then blend with the literary inspiration. Bird says, “Over 90 percent of our authors finish the writing of their books by the end of the second day. Not only do they walk away from the retreat with a written, partially revised book which they can easily finish at home, but with the sharpness of their critical minds numbed by the speed at which they wrote their books, they walk away from the retreat with books that they love, as well.”

For more information and to register, phone 928-821-6946 or visit TomBird.com. See ad on page 3.

Diverse Journeys on a Common Path; Building Community Through the Labyrinth, November 10-12, 2016

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he Annual Gathering is a casual, public conference spanning three days with special workshops and local tours before and after the main event. It is a time when labyrinth enthusiasts and experts gather from around the world to learn, share, and celebrate labyrinths.

The Annual Gathering includes featured speakers, workshops, sales of labyrinth-related products, a silent auction, and a wide variety of labyrinths for walking. It is a time to meet and network with others who use and love labyrinths, learn new approaches, experience new labyrinth designs, and support the spread of labyrinth wisdom and community around the world. You can have lunch with a labyrinth expert from another continent, try your hand at building a labyrinth, or shop for unique items not available anywhere else.

The Labyrinth Society (TLS) 18th Annual Gathering, November 10-12, 2016. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 5501 Main Street, Houston, TX 77004. 713-528-0527. See ad on page 7.

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Deer Lake Lodge Upcoming Events

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Unity in the Community Forum

Prophetic City

Houston at the Cusp of a Changing America, Tuesday, October 4th, 7 pm

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s a successful, multicultural, multiracial city, Houston has been on the forefront of diversity and growth among world class cities. We are often considered the model for other cities striving to serve a wide array of individual, religious and cultural communities.

What has made us successful? What are our challenges moving forward?

Join us as Dr. Stephen Klineberg of Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research provides insights into these questions. Dr. Klineberg will share the latest results of the Houston Survey and some of the trends of their 35 years of study, including demographic, economic, and cultural trends that are shaping our city. Understanding these trends will enable us as individuals and organizations to take action to ensure that Houston stays on the leading edge of creating peace and prosperity for all of our neighbors.

Dr. Klineberg regularly speaks to Houston area business executives, government leaders and those who shape our community, as well as leaders of other metropolitan areas seeking to understand Houston’s success. If you have not had the opportunity to hear him, this is your chance. Make plans to join us Tuesday, October 4th at 7 pm.

Everyone is welcome.

UNITY OF HOUSTON, 2919 Unity Drive, Houston TX 77057. 713-7824050. Unityhouston.org. See ad on page 44.

eer Lake Lodge is hosting its special raw foods-themed weekend of classes and demonstrations on Friday, October 14 - 16, 2016. Demonstrations will be led by April Ree and Zachary Nasar, Deer Lake Lodge and Spa’s in-house raw food chefs. A weekend packed with raw food classes will teach guests how making simple changes in diet choices can quickly set them on the journey to better health. Day passes are also available for the weekend. Cost: Thursday – Sunday $1,450. Friday – Sunday $1,200. Day Pass $200.

Deer Lake Lodge and Spa will host monthly Nia Technique classes with Helen Terry, October through December at 9 a.m. Terry of NiaMoves Houston is multi-talented and has a magical formula for helping people live through her various classes. She has been teaching the Nia Technique since 1993. The Nia Technique is known as the love your body workout. Guests will experience a health and power workout for the body, mind, emotion, and soul. The class is low impact and encourages all guests to find their movement of choice. After the class, guests will be motivated to get fit and healthy. Cost: $15

Mark “Merriwether” Vorderbruggen is an expert in wild edible plants. He will lead the Wild Edible Plants Workshop at 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2016.

Guests will spend four hours exploring Deer Lake Lodge’s 50-acre oasis and learn about Texas’ edible wild plants and basics of foraging with Merriwether as their guide. The class will teach guests how to identify edible and medicinal plants in the wild. He will also show the class how to identify which part of the plant can be safely eaten raw. Along the hike, Merriwether will explain how foraging nature’s wild can help heal the body, mind and soul. The workshop will be limited to only 20 participants. Cost: $45.

For more information about the Nia Technique class or to make a reservation, call 936-647-1383. Deer Lake Lodge and Spa, 10500 Deer Lake Lodge Rd., Montgomery, TX 77316. deerlakelodge.com. See ad on page 29

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Alexander Technique, Movement Education Christine Lidvall 281-989-8574

Emotional Freedom Techniques (Tapping) Ange Finn, AAMET-certified 832-722-5955

Healing Touch, Energy Therapy Margaret Harle, RN 713-419-8207

Massage Therapy, LMT Olga Kiseleva

Massage Therapist, Vodder, MLD Molly Donovan, RMT 713-522-7588

Centrally located on Bellaire Blvd. between 610 S. Loop and Weslayan/Stella Link.

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esearch published in Psychological Science, the journal of the Association for Psychological Science, has found that positive moods can be transferred from one person to another via human sweat. The scientists from Utrecht University, in the Netherlands, tested 12 young men and 36 young women. The men were given clean shirts and absorbent pads were attached to their armpits while they watched video clips that induced several emotional states—fear, happiness or neutral. The researchers then stored the absorbent pads for each emotion into sealed jars.

The 36 women were then tested with each of the absorbent pads randomly, with five-minute breaks in-between. They placed their chins on a special rest that held the absorbent pad underneath. The research was double-blind, so neither the researchers nor subjects knew which pads they were exposed to. During each exposure, the women’s facial expressions were recorded. The researchers determined that the women had facial expressions reflecting the emotion induced by the videos the men watched, based on the activity of the women’s facial muscles.

Senior researcher Gün Semin, of Utrecht University, says, “Our study shows that being exposed to sweat produced under happiness induces a simulacrum of happiness in receivers and induces a contagion of the emotional state. This suggests that somebody that’s happy will infuse others in their vicinity with happiness. In a way, happiness sweat is somewhat like smiling—it’s infectious.”

Diabetics Improve Using Sesame and Rice Bran Oils

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esearch published in the American Journal of Medicine found that treating people with a blend of cold-pressed sesame oil and rice bran oil significantly normalizes blood glucose levels. Testing involved 400 men and women for eight weeks, including 300 that had been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, by replacing cooking oils in their diet with a blend of sesame and rice bran oil.

The researchers, from Japan’s Fukuoka University and India’s Council of Medical Research, divided the patients into four groups. For two months, 100 healthy people and 100 Type 2 diabetes patients replaced their cooking oils with the sesame/rice bran blend, another 100 Type 2 diabetes patients were treated with five milligrams per day of the diabetes drug glibenclamide (glynase in the U.S.) and the remaining 100 Type 2 diabetes patients were treated with a combination of the same dosage of glibenclamide, along with consuming the sesame/rice bran oil blend over the two-month period.

After four weeks and eight weeks, the researchers found the diabetes patients that consumed the oil blend had significant reductions in fasting and post-meal blood glucose levels. They also had lower levels of glycated hemoglobin, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol) and improved high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (“good” cholesterol). Those treated with the diabetes drug without consuming the oil blend showed none of the same improvements.

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Senior Joggers Enjoy Youthful Metabolic Rate

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cientists from the University of Colorado have determined that individuals older than 65 that run three times a week will likely burn oxygen at the same rate as a 20-year-old runner.

Despite being more than four decades older, these runners spend a similar amount of metabolic energy as their younger counterparts.

Published in the American College of Sports Medicine journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the study tested 15 older and 15 younger runners. Each ran a minimum of three times a week for at least 30 minutes each time during the prior six months.

The subjects were tested on a specialized treadmill that measured the force applied to the running belt. Each person ran for five minutes during each test at different speeds between 4.5 and 6.5 miles per hour. Regardless of running mechanics and technique, the older runners utilized their metabolic energy at a similar rate as the young runners at all speeds.

“Our prior research suggests that the muscles themselves are becoming less efficient. I think of it as your body is like a car. Your body has its own fuel efficiency, and what we’ve seen is that the fuel efficiency in muscles is reduced in older adults that are sedentary or only walk occasionally,” says lead researcher and Professor of Kinesiology Justus Ortega.

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Ari Jónsson, a 32-year-old student at the Iceland Academy of the Arts, has invented an all-natural water bottle that holds its shape when full and decomposes when empty. He debuted his creation at the DesignMarch 2016 festival in Reykjavík, Iceland. The only two materials needed to create the bottle are agar, a gelatinous substance that comes from red algae, and water.

“I just followed the path in what I was researching, trying to find new ways to use materials,” says Jónsson, who combined the two ingredients, heated the mixture, poured it into a mold, and then quickly cooled it. The H2O binds and thickens the agar when cooled, retaining the shape of the water bottle mold, explains Jónsson.

When the finished bottle is empty, “It will rot like other foods.”

The bottles can sustainably decompose in soil, although Jónsson has yet to determine exactly how long that process will take. A plastic water bottle takes more than 1,000 years to biodegrade, and in the U.S., more than 2 million tons of the containers are languishing in landfills.

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One in Five Plant Species May Face Extinction

Incandescent Lights Reinvented as Eco-Friendly Older incandescent light bulbs have been phased out in many countries because they waste huge amounts of energy as heat, but scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have reported in Nature Nanotechnology that they are finding a way to recycle the waste energy and focus it back onto the filament, where it’s re-emitted as visible light. Their innovative structure is made from thin, stacked layers of a type of light-controlling crystal that allows visible wavelengths to pass through while reflecting infrared back to the filament as if striking a mirror.

Traditional bulbs are banned in the European Union and Canada, and their manufacture and importation are being phased out in the U.S. They’ve been replaced by more expensive compact fluorescent (CFL) and light-emitting diode (LED) bulbs, which are significantly more efficient. In theory, the crystal structures could boost the efficiency of incandescent bulbs to 40 percent, making them three times more efficient than the best available LED and CFL bulbs.

Source: Wired

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A new report from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, in the UK, has issued the first comprehensive assessment of plant life, the inaugural State of the World’s Plants, and found that one in five plants may be at risk of extinction due to invasive species, disease and changing landscapes.

Researchers also have determined that just 30,000 plant species have a documented use out of hundreds of thousands of known species. These are only the vascular plants that have specialized tissue for sucking up water through their systems.

Over the years, different people and agencies have identified the same plant at both different times and locations, so they may have accumulated multiple names. The Kew researchers determined that each plant in the International Plant Names Index had, on average, 2.7 different species names. By cutting out the duplicates from more than a million different names, the Kew report was able to pare down the known species to 391,000.

In the Arctic, the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, a doomsday bank buried in the side of a mountain, contains more than 800,000 samples representing 5,100 different crops and their relatives.

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Your Spine The Gateway to Health for You and Our World

by Jackie St.Cyr, D.C.

In 1895, a new paradigm of health and disease was born when Daniel David Palmer, D.C. delivered the first chiropractic adjustment, restoring the hearing of a janitor named Harvey Lillard.

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oday, chiropractors around the world practice a wide diversity of healing modalities ranging from the full-spine structural adjustment to the light touch of Network Spinal Analysis.

Most people think that chiropractors are “bad back” doctors and do not understand that the root of chiropractic is about whole healing of the body, mind and spirit. People generally view chiropractors as doctors who “fix” bad backs, necks, cure headaches and relieve pain by “popping” your bones; but the story is not just about bones. Chiropractors facilitate and support the in-born (Innate) healing powers of your nervous system.

Chiropractic is more than popping bones or “fixing” you, it is about enhancing your nervous system function so that you can heal and create greater wellbeing and health from within.

Chiropractic empowers you through your nervous system, the master system of your body, which gives life to and animates your entire being – body, mind, and spirit. The true purpose of the chiropractic adjustment is the reduction and correction of spinal subluxations, restoration of nervous system function and improvement of quality of life; personally and globally.

Your nervous system transmits your life force, animating your entire human experience. When life force is not fully expressed then we are not fully expressive of who we are. In other words, when there is decreased range of motion in your spine (subluxation), there is a resultant decreased range of motion in your being. Your relationship with others and your environment are dependent upon a clear and flexible nervous system. When your spine functions free of interference, a more effective connection and communication between all aspects of your being occurs. You become more

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able to adapt to stressful stimuli of everyday life; be they physical, chemical or emotional. Imagine the farreaching effects this has on our mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health; not to mention the health of our nation and world.

Here is a quick explanation of how your spinal communication network operates.

Your brain, the control center for the function of your body, extends down through the foramen magnum (a hole in the base of your skull) to form the spinal cord.

These tissues are vitally important to life and must be protected; therefore, they are housed within the hard bones of your skull and spinal column, which consists of 24 moveable vertebrae. Nerves branch from your spinal cord, extend out through the spinal column and then extend to reach every organ, muscle, tissue and cell in your body, controlling all functions – vision, hearing, physical sensations, smell, breathing, digestion, even your heartbeat and even your emotions.

When your vertebrae lose their normal position and/or motion this initiates an interruption in the flow of nerve impulses to your organs, muscles and cells.

This disconnection prevents system communication, awareness and coordination, resulting in abnormal function and dis-ease.

The Chiropractic Adjustment helps restore your awareness and connection within yourself, improving your health and quality of life.

Chiropractic is a self-empowering, holistic approach to health care. Consistent Chiropractic care often leads to other beneficial lifestyle choices that support your health and well-being.

Listed below are some essentials for health that I incorporate in my practice with my patient care: • PROPER NERVE FUNCTION - Chiropractic adjustments help to restore nervous system function by releasing interference to and from the spinal cord and brain.

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Chiropractic works on the whole person not just the physical pain and symptoms you may be experiencing. Everyone can benefit from Chiropractic care. Its aim is not only to restore health, but to maintain it. I believe that the purpose of the Chiropractic adjustment is to empower new options in your nervous system and life, not merely to take you back to a place where you were before you became symptomatic. Healing is a process; there is no magical “pop” that will fix you.

Take responsibility for your health and participate with Chiropractic care.

Open up your mind so you can open up your spine; your personal gateway to health, wholeness and YOU! I practice a revolutionary Chiropractic technique called Network Spinal Analysis. Network is a very gentle yet powerful technique that is safe and effective for all ages. What happens in Network Care is that the body learns new strategies that enable it to connect to and release old tension patterns from past physical, chemical, or emotional trauma and stress.

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I invite you to make an appointment to have your spine checked. What works best for you, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday?

Call me today and let’s connect! I look forward to working with you in turning on your Innate Power to heal!

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Although Texas has suspended planning, it is still well-positioned to meet its Clean Power Plan target.

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grid operator Ercot, an Environmental Defense Fund analysis indicates that Texas will be 88 percent of the way toward compliance with the plan through existing market trends alone. Texas has an abundance of clean energy resources and correct policies can take the state the rest of the way.

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last year as people begin to realize the benefits of clean energy,” says John Spicer, president of Breeze Energy, the sole wind energy electric provider in Texas.

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In The Ten Gifts: Find the Personal Peace You’ve Always Wanted Through the Ten Gifts You’ve Always Had, author Robin L. Silverman affirms that everyone can reach within, even in the worst of circumstances, for treasures that can be used to improve the lives of others. She concludes, “We are not meant to use our gifts simply to survive, but to satisfy our souls and inspire others to do the same.”

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urs is not the task of fixing the entire world all at once, but of stretching out to mend the part of the world that is within our reach. Any small, calm thing that one soul can do to help another soul will help immensely. It is not given to us to know which acts, or by whom, will cause the critical mass to tip toward an

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ing the University of California, Berkeley, would lead to a multiplying mission to feed America’s hungry. His heartfelt expression of gratitude for his first meal in three days sparked an epipha- Komal Ahmad ny: Her school was regularly throwing away thousands of pounds of food while neighbors were going hungry.

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Today, Ahmad is the founder and CEO of Copia, an app that matches nonprofits serving in-need veterans, children, women and others with companies that have leftover gourmet food. Following the 2016 Super Bowl, she used Copia’s technology to organize food pickups throughout the San Francisco Bay area. What she calls the “right thing to do” fed more than 41,000 people that day.

Named one of Toyota’s 2016 Mothers of Invention, Ahmad uses the company’s $50,000 grant to boost Copia’s services throughout the U.S. Recently, German and Austrian government officials expressed interest in expanding the service to help feed Syrian refugees in their countries.

Friends Margot McNeeley and Janet Boscarino, in Memp h i s , Te n n e s s e e , looked around for local problems they could fix and took action starting in 2008. A Margot former retail entrepreMcNeeley neur, McNeeley didn’t want food to go to waste and created the Project Green Fork certification program after learning that 95 percent of restau-

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Her nonprofit helps restaurants to conserve water and energy, develop recycling and composting systems and switch to biodeJanet Boscarino gradable containers and environmentally friendly cleaning operations.

Boscarino’s experience in business development and sales, combined with her disdain for litter, led her to found the nonprofit Clean Memphis, which began in 2008 with volunteer crews picking up litter. In recent years, the initiative’s community-wide strategy has expanded to involve local governments, businesses, neighborhoods, faith-based organizations and 20 local “sustainable schools”. In 2017, Project Green Fork will become a part of Clean Memphis.

Throughout two decades of educational activism, John G. Heim’s passion for clean water as a human right has John G. Heim not waned. The

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The nonprofit’s 18,000 members have succeeded in bringing national attention to the thick muck now plaguing both Florida coasts. They’re working to alter nutrient-laden discharges from Lake Okeechobee that send agricultural toxins and rain overflow down the Caloosahatchee and St. Lucie rivers and out into vital estuaries.

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On a 2006 medical mission to Haiti, Gigi Pomerantz, a licensed nurse practitioner at the Aurora Sinai Medical Center, in Milwaukee, discovered the impact of a lack of clean water and sanitation as her four-person team treated 1,400 patients for worms, stomach problems, diarrhea and poor appetite. Two years later, she founded Youthaiti, where she serves as executive Gigi Pomerantz director.

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P s y ch o t h e ra p i s t Ja c q u i B i s h o p and Integrative Nutritionist Lisa Feiner, co-founders of Sharp Again Naturally, in White Plains, New York, believe that dementia is reversible, and no case should be considered hopeless until all causative factors have been tested and ruled out. Their resolve for eliminating causes of disease rather than manag- Jacqui Bishop ing symptoms is based on University of California, Los Angeles, research studies and sources quoted in a Health Advocates Worldwide documentary.

Project Yoga Richmond, established in 2010, makes yoga accessible to everyone in the city’s metro region. Thirty yoga teachers lead pay-what-you-can studio classes that help fund 22 outreach programs for unLisa Feiner derserved communities. Healing programs are designed for needs related to autism, recovery, seniors, special students and youths in the court system. “We also provide continuing instructor education, visiting teachers, workshops and other special events that deepen yoga practice in our community,” says co-founder Dana Walters, who serves as the board of directors vice president.

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As an Emmy Award-winning trumpeter, composer, educator and co-founder, conductor and artistic director of the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (CJP), Orbert Davis is dedicated to multiOrbert Davis genre projects. His collaborative research in 2012 while in Cuba on a people-to-people exchange accompanied by fellow musicians and River North Dance Chicago’s Artistic Director Frank Chaves (now retired) proved to be a multifaceted boon.

It generated the philharmonic’s Havana Blue live performance in 2013 and ignited a weeklong cultural exchange with Cuba’s Universidad Ciudad de las Artes (ISA) during his return trip for the Havana International Jazz Festival in 2014.

President Barak Obama’s announcement of the normalization of Cuban/U.S. diplomatic relations opened up the possibility for a continuing CJP/ISA relationship, as well as their 2015 landmark partnered event when 37 ISA students traveled to Chicago to perform Scenes from Life: Cuba at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre. Davis promises more such events to come.

All of these individuals represent a small percentage of the game-changers actively moving to create an alternative future. Estés observes, “What is needed for dramatic change is an accumulation of acts; adding, adding to, adding more, continuing. We know that it does not take everyone on Earth to bring justice and peace, but only a small, determined group that will not give up during the first, second or hundredth gale.”

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Nobody wants to feel sluggish and look bloated. If you are looking for something that will make you feel refreshed from the inside and out, you should definitely give it a try. No worries, if you are a little shy or worried about the process.

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After all, it’s not all about eliminating, it’s about feeling rejuvenated. Juicing, cleansing and colonics are designed to work together and help energize, strengthen and enlighten you. Eliminate the old and give yourself a new body.

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WALKING MEDITATION The Calming and Centering Effects of Labyrinths

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While many of us like to meditate, some can’t sit still. Walking a labyrinth provides an enticing alternative.

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n archetypal labyrinth gently leads us in a circular path inward toward a center and then back out again. Found in ancient cultures from African, Celtic and Greek to Native American, they became especially popular fixtures in Medieval European churches; one of the most renowned is in France’s Chartres Cathedral.

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included in paintings, pottery, tapestries and in Hopi baskets as a sacred symbol of Mother Earth. Several American tribes saw the pattern as a medicine wheel.

Celts may have regarded it as a neverending knot or circle. While some of the oldest known labyrinths decorate cave walls in Spain, today they grace diverse locations ranging from spas and wellness centers to parks, gardens, university campuses and even prisons.

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“Labyrinths can be outdoors or indoors. Permanent labyrinths may be made of stones, rocks, bricks or inlaid stones. Temporary labyrinths can be painted on grass or made with all sorts of things for a particular purpose or appropriate to a specific cause,” explains Diane Rudebock, Ed.D., resource vice president and research chair of the Labyrinth Society, in Trumansburg, New York.

“Walking a labyrinth is useful for those that sometimes have a hard time being outwardly still and drawing themselves inward. You must move your body, and because you’re focused on the path while you’re walking it, it’s easier to drop wholly into the journey and let go of all else,” says Anne Bull, of Veriditas, a Petaluma, California, nonprofit that supports new labyrinth designs to suit the spiritual needs of hospitals, schools and retreat centers.

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A labyrinth walk typically involves three stages. The first is for releasing extraneous thoughts on the way to the center. Upon arriving in the stillness of that point, the participant opens heart and mind to receive whatever message or wisdom is intended for them. The return path is the integration phase, to make a fresh insight our own.

Participants should approach their walk in different ways: One may have a specific question or intention in mind; another may be open to whatever occurs during their meditation; yet another may repeat a meditative mantra. One might even choose to bypass the path entirely in order to sit contemplatively at its

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center. Unlike a maze, it’s impossible to lose our way with the circular path serving as a simple and reliable guide.

Although scientific research on labyrinth meditation has been limited to participant questionnaires, future studies may incorporate the use of functional magnetic resonance imaging technology to measure brain activity and record what individuals experience.

Labyrinths located in settings like hospitals and prisons lend themselves to such research, says Rudebock.

As a Veriditas-certified labyrinth facilitator, she conducts workshops and observes, “Walks are unique to each individual and may not produce uniform or replicable results.”

At its core, the experience is about

listening to our truest self, away from the cacophony of modern life. “I believe that the world needs places where our souls can be quiet,” remarks Jean Richardson, director of the Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center, in Bangor, Pennsylvania, which includes a sevencircuit labyrinth. “Retreat centers and labyrinths are places where we can listen to our inner heart, feel our inner calling and tap into our own divine nature. I think deep listening is not always valued in a world where we are rewarded for being busy and keeping our schedules full.”

are found in or near many communities.

Following the lead of California’s Golden Door Spa, in Escondido, which pioneered the use of a labyrinth in a spa setting, many spas now incorporate them in their wellness or mindfulness programs.

Labyrinthine invitations to a mindfulness practice are open to everyone. “A labyrinth can bridge all beliefs, faiths, religions and walks of life,” says Bull. “You can walk a labyrinth no matter what you believe.

Benefits come in walking it with an open mind and open heart.”

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Plant It Forward Farms invites you to enjoy your own weekly box of our fresh, local produce through our Farm Share program which helps ensure our efforts to give newly arrived refugees access to the American dream. You, the socially and environmentally conscious consumer, will be supporting local refugee farmers and their families to earn a living wage by farming sustainably on urban farms in Houston. Farm Shares may be picked up at the following locations. Visit our website for more information or to sign up. http://plant-it-forward.org/our-produce/ farm-share/

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Nature Discovery Center in Bellaire 4pm-7pm 7112 Newcastle St, Bellaire

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Local Foods in Rice Village 3:30 pm - 7 pm 2424 Dunstan Rd, Houston Dr. Blazek’s Office in the Heights 3:30 pm - 7 pm 2310 Rutland St, Houston Pearland Elite Training Center 3:30 pm - 7 pm 4407 Halik St, Pearland University of St. Thomas 3:30-7 pm 1318 Sul Ross Montrose

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The Corner of Fondren and Willowbend 3:30 pm - 7 pm 10611 Fondren Rd, Houston Dr. Blazek’s Office in the Heights 3:30 pm - 7 pm 2310 Rutland St, Houston American Health Foods 3:30-6 pm 21202 TX-249 #500, Houston

Planet-Friendly and Profitable The Rise of Ecopreneurs

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hether it’s a sideline or full time, flourishing small businesses stimulate the economy. The U.S. Small Business Association found that between 2009 and 2013, companies with fewer than 500 employees accounted for 60

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percent of net new jobs. Technology allows new commercial ventures to be launched from home, yielding huge savings in startup costs. Owners have found ways to fulfill needs by leveraging their past job experiences and personal interests.

House and Garden

When the economy faltered in 2008, Dave Marciniak, owner and lead designer at Revolutionary Gardens, in Culpeper, Virginia, offered eco-friendly services.

“I focus on a few key points and design to make the outdoors a place where people want to be,” he says.

Even for urbanites, fresh garden herbs are available thanks to ecopreneurs like Andy Avramenko, who created TrendyThing, in New York City. “The edible plants our bike messengers distribute come from local farmers,” he explains. Basil, parsley, dill, lettuce and other herbs and greens are available for all five boroughs; potted plants arrive fresh weekly via subscription.

In addition to cleaning homes, Debbie Sardone, owner of Speed Cleaning, in Lewisville, Texas, saw an opportunity to manufacture her own green cleaning products. They’re part of a full-line online catalog.

Ryan Riley and his wife, Ashley Spitz, of Los Angeles, own and operate Biz Bagz, dog waste bags made in America from bio-based resins and recycled plastics. He notes the genesis of their idea: “Landfills are anaerobic, so biodegradable bags don’t get the oxygen required to break down. Compostable bags are available, but few places provide composting services. We offer a cleaner alternative.”

Another pet-inspired idea was spawned when Kevin Li, of M a n h a t t a n , N e w Yo r k , l e f t h i s puppy home alone for the first time.

He invented an app-operated remote control ball with a camera called PlayDate (Tinyurl.com/RemoteBallApp).

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People- and planet-friendly personal care products address other ongoing customer needs. Nitya Gulati, founder of Sugarloom Cosmetics, i n A s h b u r n , Vi r g i n i a , specializes in American-made, vegan, cruelty- and toxin-free nail polish. She advises, “Look for ‘five-free’ on the label, which means no formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, toluene and allergens camphor and formaldehyde resin.

Watch out for guanine, made from fish scales, found in glittery polishes. Oleic acid, a thickener, is animal fat. Vibrant reds may contain carmine, made from boiled, crushed beetles.” She warns that products tested by a third party can obscure animal testing during product development.

Amelia Swaggert and Elizabeth Ripps, co-founders of California Scrub Company, in Los Angeles, upcycle coffee grounds into a natural facial scrub.

They’ve eliminated plastic at every step of production from sourcing to packaging.

They’re also helping to keep the world’s oceans from becoming plastic soup by supporting the Beat the Microbead campaign. (BeatTheMicrobead.org/en).

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Shared bikes are a welcome addition at colleges for budget-minded and time-strapped students. Rented by the hour or day, they’re a convenient, healthy and non-polluting way to get around campus. New York University at Buffalo students can remotely locate, rent and unlock GPS-enabled bikes.

At Williams College, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, the Purple Bike Coalition provides free use of bikes and a staffed repair station; a cargo bike helps transport larger objects.

Entrepreneurs are creative by nature; seeing a need and asking, “What if?” Eco-friendly, green-minded entrepreneurs take ideas a step farther, working to ensure the health of consumers and the planet. They succeed as they serve and inspire us all.

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Sagittarius – You may continue to have encounters with government. Take a more aggressive approach in life. Although you have been disconnected somewhat from family members, this month be careful of having misunderstanding. Take care of your health. You will attain much needed relief at work. Your favorable days are 7th and 8th.

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Aries – Expect to receive much needed relief. Passion will increase in relationships. New job opportunities come your way. Mixed results at work.

Your favorable days are 16th and 17th.

Taurus – Continue to take care of your parent’s health. You will receive positive results at work. Relationship with spouse becomes more passionate later in the month. Expect a boost in your finances.

Your favorable days are 18th and 19th.

Virgo – You feel positive and have new opportunities this month. Be careful of aggressive/argumentative energy at home. Expect a continuing disconnect from your current job. Take care of what you say. Be extra cautious while driving.

Your favorable days are 1st, 26th, 27th, and 28th.

Libra – This month, you will be happy and feel a sense of relief all around. You may have to face some financial hurdles though. Take a more aggressive approach to work. All this could cause you to be more spiritually inclined. Your favorable days are 2nd and 3rd.

Scorpio – Expect much needed financial relief. Connecting with your spouse may be easier this month through spirituality.

As the month progresses, things improve.

Watch what you say. Your favorable days are 4th, 5th, and 6th.

Capricorn – Be careful of what you say and communication issues. Expect to receive positive news or new job opportunities but you might be facing hurdles in relationship. Expect some financial relief later in the month. Your favorable days are 9th and 10th.

Aquarius – You continue to be detached but try to be more understanding with others. Hurdles in relationship with spouse may get trickier. New opportunities at work. Be careful of arguments with friends, colleagues, and network circle. Possible gains from spouse this month. Your favorable days are 11th, 12th and 13th.

Pisces – A sense of happiness and harmony during the month. Be careful of arguments with your mother. Traveling may be fruitful later in the month. Boost in passion in relationship with spouse.

Your favorable days are 14th and 15th.

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Gemini – After the first week, you’ll experience positivity at home. Romantic life continues to flourish earlier in the month. Expect recognition at your job. Be careful of arguments with your spouse. Your favorable days are 20th and 21st.

Cancer – You’ll enjoy time with family and friends. Taking an aggressive approach in your work. As the month progresses, so will your romantic life.

Continue to take care of your health. You may get an opportunity or recognition.

Your favorable days are 22nd and 23rd.

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Heights Epicurian Farmer’s Market. 8am-1:30pm. First Saturdays only. Grace United Methodist Church 1245 Heights Blvd. 77008. HeightsEpicurian.com

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Canino Produce and Farmer’s Market. 6am-8pm (except Christmas and Thanksgiving) Over 20,000 square feet of Texas produce. Canino Produce and Farmer’s Market 2520 Airline, 77009. 713.862.4027 caninoproduce.com

Central City Co-Op. 9am-6:30pm. Grace Lutheran Church 2515 Waugh Drive, 77006. centralcityco-op.com

THURSDAY

Westchase District Farmer’s Market. 3-7pm. 10503 Westheimer, 77042. (1 block west of Beltway 8) westchasedistrict.com/market

Last Organic Outpost Harvest. 9am-4pm (except during extreme cold or rainy weather). Come and get your hands in the dirt. Help with the work of the garden and harvest your share for FREE. Last Organic Outpost 711 Emile Street, 77020. 832.422.8407 facebook.com/lastorganicoutpost.com

Kingwood Farmer’s Market. 3-7pm. Town Center Park, 8 N. Main in Kingwood 77339. facebook.com/ kingwoodfarmersmarket

Nu Waters Food Co-Op. 9am-5pm Tue-Sun. 2320 Elgin 77004. NuWatersCo-Op.com

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Eastside Urban Harvest Farmer’s Market. 8am-12n.

Parking lot behind 3000 Richmond at Eastside, 77098. urbanharvest.org

Spring Branch Farmer’s Market. 2-6pm. Unitarian Fellowship of Houston 1504 Wirt Road, 77055. facebook.com/ springbranchfarmersmarkethouston

Conroe Saturday AM Farmers Market. 9am-1pm. 135 N Main Conroe 77301 facebook.com/ConroeSamM/

SUNDAY East End Street Market. 10am-2pm. 2800 Navigation Blvd 77003. Eastendhouston.com Magnolia Farmer’s & Artisan’s Market. 11am-3pm. 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays. Intersection of FM 1488 and FM 1774 in Magnolia, 77354. sweetmagnoliapickins.net Farmers Market at Bridgeland. 12:30-3:30pm. 2nd Sundays. 16902 Bridgeland Landing, Cypress 77433. farmersmarketatbridgeland.org/

Farmer’s Market on Grand Parkway. 8am-12n. Church of the Holy Apostles, 1225 W. Grand Parkway in Katy, 77494. farmersmarketongrandparkway.com

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Living Your Voice 101 Workshop. 9:00am-4:00pm. Facilitated by Tony Pryor, an experienced voice coach, speaker and performer, the workshop combines fundamental vocal technique with creative performance experiences that will help you build greater confidence. A criticism-free place to nurture your hidden brilliance with techniques to help overcome any fear, self-criticism, timidity or stage fright.

Jung Center, 5200 Montrose Blvd, 77006. To register, contact the Jung Center at (713) 524-8253. For more information, visit livingyourvoice.com or call Tony Pryor at 713-826-9814.

Are you having the best sleep of your life? 2:00pm-4:00pm.

Learn how you can have better sleep, whether you just wake up several times during the night or have insomnia or sleep apnea, come explore the natural alternatives using essential oils, acupuncture, mindfulness, hypnosis and meditation with Claudia Autry and Stephen Stein. $40. 3207 Mercer, 77027, Contact Claudia (281) 849-4610

Bayou Bikers. 8:00am. Meet at Market Square Park for 25- to 40-mile bike rides exploring the bayous of Houston.

Rides are open to all. Mountain bikes or bikes with fat tires are necessary. This is an informal group whose purpose is to show Houstonians and visitors the beauty of Houston’s waterways. Market Square 301 Milam, 77002. 713-845-1000 marketsquarepark.com

MONDAY OCTOBER 3RD

Marva’s Holistic Fair. 10:00am-5:00pm. Psychics, tarot readers, palmists, healers, vendors of all sorts. Admission Free.

LaQuinta Inn-Galleria on 610 West Loop North between San Felipe and Post Oak, 77027. psychicfairs.com 713-444-3581

Inspiration: Living Under the Influence. Group & individual coaching event! In this course, you will gain a deep understanding of how this is possible for you. You will receive the benefit of community as well as individual coaching support to address what matters most to you. The course structure will be 7-group gatherings and 2-individual 75 minute coaching sessions, in-person or virtual. Houston Heights – 77008. Complete details with date options and fees at www. trueyoucreativity.com

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Tomball Farmer’s Market. 9am-1pm. Corner of Main (FM 2920) and Cherry in downtown Tomball 77377. tomballfarmersmarket.org

The Woodlands Farmer’s Market at Grogan’s Mill.

8am-12n. 7 Switchbud Place in The Woodlands 77380. grogansmillvillage.com

Rawfully Organic Food Co-Op. 4-7pm Houston Arboretum 4501 Woodway 77024. You must order your shares by 9 pm Monday in order to pick up on Tuesday.

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Farmer’s Market at Imperial. 9am-1pm. 198 Kempner, Sugar Land, 77498. imperialsugarland.com/ farmersmarket

The Farm Stand at Petrol Station. 9am-1pm. Petrol Station, 985 Wakefield 77018. 713.957.2875 facebook.com/The-FarmStand-at-Petrol-Station

Rice University Farmer’s Market. 3:30-6:30pm. Rice University, West Stadium Lot, 5600 Greenbriar 77005. farmersmarket.rice.edu/

Half-day Retreat. 9:00am-12:00pm. Chan/Zen Meditation Classes guided by Ordained Zen Masters of Chung Tai Chan Monastery. Free. CHUNG TAI ZEN CENTER OF HOUSTON 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@cthouston.org www. cthouston.org 281-568-1568

Memorial Villages Farmers Market. 9am-1pm. First Congregational Church, 10840 Beinhorn Rd. 77024. facebook.com/mvfm

Prophetic City: Houston at the Cusp of a Changing America.

7pm. Dr. Stephen Klineberg will present insights into the topics: What has made Houston successful as a multicultural, multiracial city? And What are Houston’s challenges moving forward? - through sharing latest results of the Houston survey and the demographic, economic, and cultural trends that are shaping our city. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr, 77057.

713-782-4050. unityhouston.org

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THURSDAY OCTOBER 6TH

Introduction to Intuitive Painting & Open Studio. 6:00pm8:30pm. Intuitive Painting swings the doors open to living with more expression and authenticity. When you understand the nature of creativity and its principles, you begin to relax and trust. You will learn these principles during this series. No experience is needed. No critiques are permitted. All materials included. $55/session multi session discounts available. True You Creativity Studio in The Heights. For more information and to register, visit www.trueyoucreativity.com

FRIDAY OCTOBER 7TH

markyourcalendar Understanding the Process of Death & Dying - The Beautiful Road Home. Fri. Oct 7th – Sat. Oct 12th. This *5 day* retreat presented by Jane Sorbi, will seek to share the gentle journey which occurs as the soul moves out of the physical body - what might be expected after the death of the physical - and the new life which awaits. There will be sessions on understanding the process of grief and on helping those whom we love through this transition. One of the important facets of the White Eagle work is that of working with the souls who need help to light their passage from the earth.

Together we will be learning through group healing work, how we might help. 5 day cost - $725 (includes meals & lodging). Saint John’s Retreat Center, Montgomery, TX 77316. www.whiteaglelodge.org

Introduction to Intuitive Painting & Open Studio. 10am12:30pm. Intuitive Painting swings the doors open to living with more expression and authenticity. When you understand the nature of creativity and its principles, you begin to relax and trust. You will learn these principles during this series. No experience is needed. No critiques are permitted. All materials included. $55/session multi session discounts available. True You Creativity Studio in The Heights. For more information and to register, visit www.trueyoucreativity.com An Evening of Spirit Communication with Mark Anthony.

Oct. 7th-7:30pm-9:30pm & Oct 8th- 7:00pm-9:00pm. Mark Anthony, the Psychic Lawyer® and author will explain how making contact with a loved one in spirit can be an important therapeutic step in the healing process. Mark, who was born with the ability to communicate with spirits, will also make connections for audience members to loved ones on the Other Side. $40. Body Mind & Soul, 7951 Katy Frwy Ste., 77024.

713-993-0550 www.bmshouston.com

SATURDAY OCTOBER 8TH

Spirit Quest’s Psychic & Holistic Fair. 12:00pm-6:00pm.

Come and enjoy a day of intuitive and holistic pampering for yourself or your family. Try out different healing modalities, get a reading, or shop a variety of products. Free. The Spirit Quest Center, 303 Main St., Spring (Old Town Spring), 77373. thespiritquestcenter.com Chakra Healing Workshop & Crystal Light Table Sessions with Chris Carpentier. 10:30am–1:00pm. A Chakra Healing play date for October. First a workshop on how to clear your chakras that delves into the nature of the human energy system and how our energy can be transformed through healing these seven major energy centers. And then sign up for a light, crystal-clearing bath session. $55.00. Body Mind & Soul, 7951 Katy Frwy Ste., 77024. 713-993-0550 www.bmshouston.com Creativity Coaching & Intuitive Painting. 10am-5pm. In this workshop you will learn the principals of creativity and explore 100% creativity through Intuitive Painting. Through understanding how creativity works, you move from wanting, to do DOING, with a natural ease. You will be surprised at the joy that comes from moving a brush! Explore in a critique-free studio. You will leave with a renewed freshness for living a life filled with authenticity, passion, and creativity. $155. Houston Heights 77008. www.trueyoucreativity.com A Night At Market Square. 7pm. This annual neighborhood favorite is back! Join us for a historic night out by exploring the neighborhood’s eclectic bars and restaurants. Enjoy lawn games and a cold beverage at Market Square Park before settling on the lawn for a live performance by The Bright Light Social Hour. Market Square Park. 301 Milam, 77002. marketsquarepark.com

SUNDAY OCTOBER 9TH

Blessing Ceremony. 10:00am-12:00pm. Free. CHUNG TAI ZEN CENTER OF HOUSTON 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@cthouston.org www. cthouston.org 281-568-1568

markyourcalendar Reiki 1 Certification Class. 12:00pm-6:00pm. Understand the benefits of Reiki and learn how to use it in your everyday life. Classes are kept small for the purpose of more individualized work, thus greater understanding.

Please email or call for more info at tbwrap@gmail. com or 713-825-3409. 4314 Yoakum Blvd, 77006 www. healing-houston.com

MONDAY OCTOBER 10TH

Hot Peas ‘N Butter. 11am. Children’s Performance. The Nickelodeon/Noggin TV favorites are a NYC-based multicultural family music band, known for their Latin-influenced, catchy songs for kids. By combining an interactive, invigorating approach to performance with mature, multicultural music, Hot Peas ‘N Butter has developed a distinct way of inspiring care and creativity in kids and adults alike. Free. Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, 77030. milleroutdoortheatre.com

TUESDAY OCTOBER 11TH

Senior Wellness Day: Bone Healthy. 9:00am-12:00pm. Join us for an engaging and informative three hours which will inspire you in maintaining your overall wellness through interactive activities, lab experiences, active participation, and role playing! Special rates for Groups/Seniors available – register your group today. To make group reservation contact reservations@ thehealthmuseum.org or 713-521-1515 ext. 119. The Health Museum, 1515 Hermann Dr 77004. thehealthmuseum.org

THURSDAY OCTOBER 13TH

Nia Technique Classes at Deer Lake Lodge and Spa 9am Terry of NiaMoves Houston is multi-talented and has a magical formula for helping people live through her various classes.

She has been teaching the Nia Technique since 1993. The Nia Technique is known as the love your body workout. Guests will experience a health and power workout for the body, mind, emotion, and soul. The class is low impact and encourages all guests to find their movement of choice. After the class, guests will be motivated to get fit and healthy. Cost: $15. Deer Lake Lodge & Spa 10500 Deer Lake Lodge Rd Montgomery, TX 77316. 936-647-1383.

My BFF, The Dragon. 11am. Children’s Performance. Pushed into an age old war by their Royal parents, a Human Prince and a Dragon Princess discover they have a lot more in common than they ever imagined. Free. Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, 77030. milleroutdoortheatre.com

FRIDAY OCTOBER 14TH

Essential Oils and Emotional Healing. 7:00pm-8:00pm. Learn about how you can use essential oils to enhance and stabilize your moods with Claudia Autry. Free. Path of Tea, 2340 West Alabama, 77098, Contact Claudia (281) 849-4610.

markyourcalendar “The Power of AWAKE” Book Release and Public Dharma Talk by Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien! 7:00pm-9:00pm.

Meet the Zen Master, hear her talk about the power of Awake, get your autographed copy, and join the celebration of her first book release! Held at Universal Door Meditation Center -- 2619 Charles Lane, Sugar Land, TX 77498. Call 281-565-9718 for more details.

Raw Food Weekend Deer Lake Lodge is hosting its special raw foods-themed weekend of classes and demonstrations on Friday, October 14 - 16, 2016. Demonstrations will be led

by April Ree and Zachary Nasar, Deer Lake Lodge and Spa’s in-house raw food chefs. A weekend packed with raw food classes will teach guests how making simple changes in diet choices can quickly set them on the journey to better health.

Day passes are also available for the weekend. Thursday – Sunday $1,450. Friday – Sunday $1,200. Day Pass $200. Deer Lake Lodge & Spa 10500 Deer Lake Lodge Rd Montgomery, TX 77316. 936-647-1383

SATURDAY OCTOBER 15TH

Crystal Bowl Introduction Class with Daniel Brower.

1:30pm–5:30pm. The crystal bowl is a powerful instrument for generating sounds, frequencies and vibrations that can be useful for harmonizing the body, mind and Spirit. This class is designed to teach the most effective way to produce these results. Bowls will be provided. $75.00. Body Mind & Soul, 7951 Katy Frwy Ste., 77024. 713-993-0550 www. bmshouston.com “The Power of AWAKE” Book Release and Public Dharma Talk by Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien! 4:00pm-7:00pm. Meet the Zen Master, hear her talk about the power of Awake, get your autographed copy, and join the celebration of her first book release! Held at Barnes & Nobles (First Colony, Sugar Land) -- 16535 Southwest Fwy #4000, Sugar Land, 77479.

Call 281-565-9718 for more details.

Kid Yoga-Teacher Certification Training. Sat Oct. 15th Foundation-Sun Oct. 16th Teen/Tween. If you love yoga and you love children, come join us for mini yogis yoga for kids teacher training! Spend the weekend stretching your mind and body in ways you’ve never before imagined, in the most exciting, original, fun, and informative children’s teacher training certification program. Cost of certification starts at $329.00 for the foundation/kids, or teens/tweens. Both trainings are a total cost of $613.00. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079. For more information go to prodynamicfitness.com or miniyogis.com or you can call 713-909-5502

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SUNDAY OCTOBER 16TH

markyourcalendar Reiki 1 Certification Class. 12:00pm-6:00pm. Understand the benefits of Reiki and learn how to use it in your everyday life. Classes are kept small for the purpose of more individualized work, thus greater understanding.

Please email or call for more info at tbwrap@gmail. com or 713-825-3409. 4314 Yoakum Blvd, 77006 www. healing-houston.com Public Oneness Meditation with Reverend Howard Caesar 12:30-1:30 The Oneness Meditation is a powerful transmission of Divine Energy which helps one move into higher states of consciousness; allowing the individual to deepen their spiritual journey. The results are transformative, bringing lasting changes and shifts in consciousness. Each person will have their own unique experience during the meditation. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr, 77057. 713-782-4050. unityhouston.org

MONDAY OCTOBER 17TH

Chakra Class Event: Exploring Health & Higher Consciousness through the Chakra System. Beginning Oct 17th! No matter what belief system you subscribe to, understanding the energies of the chakras provides invaluable insight & technique for inspired, conscious living. An experiential, life-affirming journey to health, wholeness, vitality and wellbeing. Facilitated by Lin Weiss MH, MHT: Mind/Body Practitioner; Medical Intuitive, Yoga Therapist. For more info and to register call 713-858-8595 or email linweiss@ conscioushealingnow.com

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 19TH

Swing, Jive and Pop! Into Dance. 11am. Children’s Performance. Incorporating history, fashion, music, and the arts in an interactive blast of excitement. Students, teachers, and audience members have the opportunity to converse with the dancers and participate in an energy-filled hour of dance while learning fun, historical tidbits of information along the way. Free. Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, 77030. milleroutdoortheatre.com

THURSDAY OCTOBER 20TH

An Evening with Miguel Ruiz Jr. 8:00am–5:00pm. In this workshop, our perception will blossom into the awareness that we are the constant in every relationship we are in; thus we are either the constant opportunity for either conditional love or unconditional love in life. General Admission: $35.

Unity of Houston–Sanctuary. 2929 Unity Dr, 77057. More info: www.unityhouston.org or call 713-782-4050

markyourcalendar Blossom: A Yoga & Spirit Renewal Retreat. Attend a 4 day retreat starting Thursday, October 20th and running through Sunday, October 23rd. Nurture your body, mind, and spirit at our fall yoga retreat in the magical high desert of Santa Fe, NM on a five-star oasis. Come to clear the path for the good you want to see in your life. Come to Blossom! Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado, Santa Fe, NM. Packages start at $2400. Brought to you by Soul Bliss Yoga. For more information and to reserve your spot, visit: www.soulblissyoga.com/blossomsantafe2016 or contact: retreats@soulblissyoga.com or 720-295-2127.

Your Perfect Path? How To Know You’re On The Right Course For Your Spiritual Growth. 6:30pm-8pm. Confused by the many healing modalities and wonder which one is right for you? Feel like you’re doing the work but don’t seem to be moving forward at the pace you’d like? Join a group of like-minded seekers for an evening of insight, experience and practical techniques to help you embrace your own unique path and make immediate progress! Free. Schakolad Chocolate Factory,1500 Research Forest Dr, Suite 130, The Woodlands, 77381. Please visit www.groundyourdivinity.com for more info and to register. See you there!

FRIDAY OCTOBER 21ST

The 2016 Legacy Awards & Gospel Concert. Join Fresh Spirit Wellness for Women, Inc. for their signature fundraising gala - the formal black & white masked ball of the year benefitting survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse. An evening of elegance & entertainment and a celebration of Life, Hope, & Victory! Registration / Red Carpet Pictures and Reception at 6:30 pm. Gala doors open at 8:00pm. Hilton Houston Post Oak/Galleria, 2001 Post Oak Blvd., 77056. For contact and ticketing information please visit www.freshspirit.org.

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markyourcalendar Yoga for Health: Oncology Conference for Yoga and Mind-Body Teachers. Participants will spend two days Oct 21st and 22nd - learning evidence-based practice in cancer care. This conference is designed to provide yoga instructors and mind-body practitioners with education on safe and effective techniques to use with cancer patients.

For registration fees, more info and to register, please visit mdanderson.org/conferences. Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre, 1700 First Colony Blvd., Sugar Land, 77479 Introduction to Intuitive Painting & Open Studio. 10am12:30pm. Intuitive Painting swings the doors open to living with more expression and authenticity. When you understand the nature of creativity and its principles, you begin to relax and trust. You will learn these principles during this series. No experience is needed. No critiques are permitted. All materials included. $55/session multi session discounts available. True You Creativity Studio in The Heights. For more information and to register, visit www.trueyoucreativity.com

SUNDAY OCTOBER 23RD

Meditation Workshop. 10:00-11:00am. Open to everyone especially for beginners to meditation. The master will give a brief introduction to meditation and guide the participants to do meditation. Free, donations welcome. CHUNG TAI ZEN CENTER OF HOUSTON 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@ cthouston.org www. cthouston.org 281-568-1568 Making Passion Flags - Where do you want to experience more passion? 10am-1:30pm. Using this sacred process as inspiration, You will create, embellish, and assemble a set of Passion Flags. These flags represent 5 areas of your life where you would like to experience more passion. $79. Complete details at www.trueyoucreativity.com Your Perfect Path? How To Know You’re On The Right Course For Your Spiritual Growth. 4:00pm-5:30pm. Confused by the many healing modalities and wonder which one is right for you? Feel like you’re doing the work but don’t seem to be moving forward at the pace you’d like? Join a group of like-minded seekers for an evening of insight, experience and practical techniques to help you embrace your own unique path and make immediate progress! Free. Schakolad Chocolate Factory,1500 Research Forest Dr, Suite 130, The Woodlands, 77381. Please visit www.groundyourdivinity.com for more info and to register. See you there!

MONDAY OCTOBER 24TH

Trouble on the Double. 11am. Children’s Performance. This new play, written by Holly Hepp-Galvan and presented by Austin based Pollyanna Theatre Company, follows the story of young twins – Max and Minnie. Free. Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, 77030. milleroutdoortheatre.com

SATURDAY OCTOBER 29TH

markyourcalendar Miracles, Masters and Maitreya. Milk drinking Ganesh and weeping Madonna statues, multi-colored buffalo calves and red heifers. These signs, expected by the world’s spiritual traditions, portend great changes ahead. Learn about these signs and the role of the Masters of Wisdom and Maitreya in our future. Saturday, Oct 29, 12:30 pm, McGovern-Stella Link Library, 7405 Stella Link. Free. houstonemergence@outlook.com.

Spiritual Communication: The Energy of Words with Kristina Woods. 2:30pm–5:30pm. Do you long to connect with your spiritual guides? In this class we will clarify how energetic communication shapes our reality and identify how to make shifts in our communication that supports us in fulfilling our desires. $50.00. Body Mind & Soul, 7951 Katy Frwy Ste., 77024. 713-993-0550 www.bmshouston.com

markyourcalendar YogaMass™. 5:00pm-6:00pm. A unique and participative worship experience engaging the senses and integrating body, mind, and spirit through the combined practice of yoga, breath work, meditation, and Holy Communion.

Bring your mind, body, soul and mat. All levels are welcome. Chairs are available for those who wish to sit.

Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort (one block west of Stella Link), 77025. For more information, contact Grace at 832-667-8601, info@graceinhouston.org or yogamass.com.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 30TH

Your Perfect Path? How To Know You’re On The Right Course For Your Spiritual Growth. 10:30am-12:30pm. Confused by the many healing modalities and wonder which one is right for you? Feel like you’re doing the work but don’t seem to be moving forward at the pace you’d like? Join a group of like-minded seekers for an evening of insight, experience and practical techniques to help you embrace your own unique path and make immediate progress! Free. 26014 Aldine Westfield Rd, Suite 101, Spring, 77373. Please visit www.groundyourdivinity.com for more info and to register. See you there!

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markyourcalendar Oneness Blessing Meeting with Golden Orb Deeksha 7:00-9:00pmExperience the newest form of Deeksha released from Oneness University, the Golden Orb Deeksha! This Deeksha will be offered the last Tuesday of each month at our Oneness meeting. All those initiated as Golden Orb Deeksha Givers are welcome to give the Golden Orb Deeksha, everyone else may receive! All are welcome to attend and experience this special Blessing. $10 Suggested Love Offering. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr, 77057.

713-782-4050. unityhouston.org

THURSDAY OCTOBER 27TH

Warrior Goddess Book Signing + Book with HeatherAsh Amara. 7:00pm-8:30pm. Join best-selling author HeatherAsh Amara for an hour-long talk, question and answer session, and signing for her new book, The Warrior Goddess Way: A Path to Clarity, Creativity, and Connection with your Inner Power. $25.00. Body Mind & Soul, 7951 Katy Frwy Ste., 77024.

713-993-0550 www.bmshouston.com

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Half-day Retreat. 9:00am-12:00pm. Chan/Zen Meditation Classes guided by Ordained Zen Masters of Chung Tai Chan Monastery. Free. CHUNG TAI ZEN CENTER OF HOUSTON 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@cthouston.org www. cthouston.org 281-568-1568

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 10

Nia Technique Classes at Deer Lake Lodge and Spa 9am Terry of NiaMoves Houston is multi-talented and has a magical formula for helping people live through her various classes.

She has been teaching the Nia Technique since 1993. The Nia Technique is known as the love your body workout. Guests will experience a health and power workout for the body, mind, emotion, and soul. The class is low impact and encourages all guests to find their movement of choice. After the class, guests will be motivated to get fit and healthy. Cost: $15. Deer Lake Lodge & Spa 10500 Deer Lake Lodge Rd Montgomery, TX 77316. 936-647-1383

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 13TH

Blessing Ceremony. 10:00am-12:00pm. Free. CHUNG TAI ZEN CENTER OF HOUSTON 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@cthouston.org www. cthouston.org 281-568-1568

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19TH

Where is the Sweetness of Life? Diabetes Complementary Alternatives. 2:00pm-4:00pm. Come explore the natural alternatives using essential oils, moringa, acupuncture, mindfulness, hypnosis and meditation with Claudia Autry and Stephen Stein. $40. 3207 Mercer, 77027. Contact Claudia (281) 849-4610

markyourcalendar YogaMass™. 5:00pm-6:00pm. A unique and participative worship experience engaging the senses and integrating body, mind, and spirit through the combined practice of yoga, breath work, meditation, and Holy Communion. Bring your mind, body, soul and mat. All levels are welcome. Chairs are available for those who wish to sit. Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort (one block west of Stella Link), 77025. For more information, contact Grace at 832-667-8601, info@graceinhouston.org or yogamass.com.

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 20TH

Meditation Workshop. 10:00-11:00am. Open to everyone especially for beginners to meditation. The master will give a brief introduction to meditation and guide the participants to do meditation. Free, donations welcome. CHUNG TAI ZEN CENTER OF HOUSTON 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072 zen@ cthouston.org www. cthouston.org 281-568-1568

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 30TH

markyourcalendar “Wishes Do Come True” Gala. 6:30pm. The holidaythemed gala will celebrate the Center’s 30th Anniversary and benefits the Center’s mission to provide high-quality counseling to those who otherwise are not able to afford mental health care services. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy live entertainment and bid on curated live and silent auctions. For info on sponsorship benefits, opportunities, and tickets please contact Micheline Donnelly at mikkidonnelly@me.com. Hotel ZaZa, 5701 Main St., 77027. www.samaritanhouston.org

THURSDAY DECEMBER 8

Nia Technique Classes at Deer Lake Lodge and Spa 9am Terry of NiaMoves Houston is multi-talented and has a magical formula for helping people live through her various classes.

She has been teaching the Nia Technique since 1993. The Nia Technique is known as the love your body workout. Guests will experience a health and power workout for the body, mind, emotion, and soul. The class is low impact and encourages all guests to find their movement of choice. After the class, guests will be motivated to get fit and healthy. Cost: $15. Deer Lake Lodge & Spa 10500 Deer Lake Lodge Rd Montgomery, TX 77316. 936-647-1383

FRIDAY OCTOBER 28TH

Critical Mass-Houston. Assemble at 6:30 pm. Roll at 7:15pm.

A casual bike ride starting from downtown Houston and going wherever. Cars rule the road every day, but one day a month we get together to celebrate our love for bicycles and have fun riding. Free. Market Square 301 Milam, 77002. criticalmasshouston.com

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Houston Arboretum. 7am-7pm. Walk in nature. Learn about native plants and wildlife. Free. Houston Arboretum 4501 Woodway Dr., 77024. houstonarboretum.org

Grace2Go. 7:00-8:30 am. On the go? Want a boost to the start of your day? Drive thru for free coffee, a breakfast bite, and a prayer if desired. All are welcome. Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort, 77025. www.graceinhouston.org.

Free Vegetarian Meal. 9:00am. (except Sunday) A free vegetarian meal for any and all. Free. ISKCON Temple 1320 West 34th Street, 77018. 713. 686.4482 iskconhouston.org

Kids Yoga Class. 9-10am for ages 3-5 & 5:30-6:30pm for ages 5-11. Join Melissa for a fun-filled kids yoga class! Through games and activities we will breathe, move, sing, laugh, and play through postures. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079. For more information go to prodynamicfitness. com or call 713-909-5502.

St. Arnold Brewing Company - Brewery Tours. Mon.-Fri. Public Tours at 1:00pm and 3:00pm – no admission charge, food and beer a la carte prices. Sat. Tours at 12pm, 1pm, 2pm - $10 Admission Charge (includes souvenir glass and four 8 oz samples). 2000 Lyons Ave, 77020. saintarnold.com (713) 686-9494 Rothko Chapel. 10am-6pm (except during special events) The Rothko Chapel is an independent institution, a sacred place open to all people, every day. Free. Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon, 77006. 713-524-9839 rothkochapel.org Free Vegetarian Meal. 12:30pm. (except Sunday) A free vegetarian meal for any and all. Free. ISKCON Temple 1320 West 34th Street, 77018. 713.686.4482 iskconhouston.org Waugh Bridge Bat Colony. Sunset. Every evening at sunset, more than 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats emerge from crevices found in the Waugh Drive Bridge. These creatures are non-migratory and call the bayou home year-round. Free.

Waugh Street at Allen Parkway 77019. houstontx.gov/parks/ bats.html Free Vegetarian Meal. 7:30pm. (except Sunday) A free vegetarian meal for any and all. Free. ISKCON Temple 1320 West 34th Street, 77018. 713. 686.4482 iskconhouston.org

Hatha Yoga. 9:00-10:00am. Join Shuwen for a morning of asanas and pranayama which help bring peace to the mind and body. All levels welcome. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079. For more information go to prodynamicfitness.com or call 713-909-5502.

Yoga on the Green. 11am-Noon. Strengthen, relax and recharge. Presented in partnership with Texas Military Veterans Network. Due to public health reasons, yoga mats will no longer be loaned out but can be purchased in the office from 9 am-6 pm. You are welcome to bring your own yoga mat, a towel and water. Participants are required to sign an exercise release form upon arrival. Free. Discovery Green 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com Tai Chi & QiGong in The Woodlands / Spring. 4:30-5:30pm or 7-8pm. Have you heard about the benefits of Tai Chi and QiGong and wanted to try it out? Or, do you have experience and are looking to deepen you practice? Come join us and learn simple, time tested methods and movements to clear the mind, circulate energy and relax the body. First class free! Multiple membership options and private sessions available. 427 Carson Ridge Dr, Spring, 77386. Please call 281-702-3389 or visit www.groundyourdivinity.com for details and to register

Hatha Flow Yoga. 7:00pm. Join Stefanie for a restoring combination of gentle stretching and strengthening hatha yoga and slow flow vinyasa. Class will include breath work, or pranayama, to calm and soothe the mind, asana practice, vinyasa flow, and a restorative Savasana. The Woman’s Earth Nurturing Studio, 2816 Isabella St., 77004. For class fees and information please call 832-899-4325 or visit thewomansearthstudio.com Beginners Yoga 7-8:30 pm. Discover your strengths and balances through a therapeutic approach to yoga alignment and mind/body integration. First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston, 5200 Fannin 77004. stanpolins@hal-pc.org.

Food Not Bombs. 8pm. Help provide free vegan meals for Houston’s homeless. Volunteer, donate or just come see what we do. Free. Downtown Library Courtyard 521 Lamar, 77002.. houstonfoodnotbombs.org

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Aerial Yoga. 10:15am & 6:30pm. Pro Dynamic Fitness offers authentic yoga, supported by a silk hammock, to explore, refine and advance traditional asanas, both in the air and on the ground. No experience required. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079 For more information go to prodynamicfitness.com or call 713-909-5502 Yoga at India House. 11:00-12:00am. Enjoy relaxing cardio work out at India House. Free. India House, 8888 West Bellfort, 77031. Go to the website, print out the form and email it to the address given. http://www.indiahouseinc.org/ programs/yoga-classes The Self-Invest Series with Helen Rucz. 11am-1pm and 6:45pm-8:45pm. Happiness, Success can often seem illusive, mysterious or even magical, like we need a special chant, a favor from the Divine or to find just the right key to make it a regular part of our lives. LEARN how to apply SPIRITUAL LAWS to your everyday life EASILY & with FUN and HUMOR. Cost: $125 Monthly. Spectrum Center, 2060 North Loop West, Suite 205, 77018. HelenRacz.com

monday

Open Mic at The Last Concert Cafe. 6:00-10:00pm. Last Concert Café 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www. lastconcert.com

Yoga for Mental & Physical Happiness. 9:30am. Lin Weiss is the founder/owner of Yoga for Mental & Physical Happiness.

Her passion for yoga is evidenced by her warm & personable teaching style. Small classes afford individual instruction for students of any level, making progress attainable & real.

In Bellaire. Call or for details. 713.858.8595 linweiss@ earthlink.net

Zumba. 7pm-8pm. Join Marco Oliver for free dance fitness classes. Dance yourself to a happy and healthy you. Please bring water, a towel and some indoor shoes. Free. Edgar Cayce’s A.R.E Center & Spa 7800 Amelia Road Houston TX 77055 http://www.arecenterhouston.org Circus Arts. 6-8pm. Circus Arts will consist of ground arts and ground acrobatics such as, contortion/flexibility, Low Tight wire, Partner acrobatics, juggling and hand balancing. Circus Arts is taught by instructors Nosa and Susie Edebor, who also teach Acro Yoga at classes outside Discovery Green. Must be 13 and up for class. Free. Discovery Green 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com Sahaja Yoga-Meditation. 6:30-7:30pm. Come around and try our free weekly yoga-meditation classes. Simply turn up, and make yourself comfortable. Each session includes the basics and a practical guided meditation, so that you can start meditating at home straight away. Free.

South Community Center. 2235 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands,77380. 832-433-2415. info@Houston-Meditation.org Intro to Meditation 101.7-8pm. Universal Door Meditation Center offers this free, beginner level class, open to the public. Here we begin to discover the difference between False Mind and Awake Mind by applying basic Zen Meditation.

Donations Welcome. Universal Door Meditation Center 2619 Charles Lane, Sugar Land, 77498. www.universaldoor. org 281-565-9718 Yoga at Resurrection MCC. 7:00-8:00 pm. Get in touch with your mind, body, and spirit through Yoga! Connect with others in this non-competitive activity suitable for everyone.

All body types and skill levels are welcome. Please bring a mat and towel. Extra mats are available for those new to Yoga. Free, donations accepted. Resurrection Metropolitan Community Church 2015 West 11th Street 77008. Yoga@ ResurrectionMCC.org

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Oneness Blessing Meeting. 7-9pm. Our weekly meeting includes sharing, meditation, Oneness teachings, and the giving and receiving of the Oneness Blessing, also known as Deeksha. Connect with the Oneness Community to explore deeper experiences of Oneness, Divine Love and accelerated awakening. Child care is available, reservation required. $10 suggested Love Offering. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr, 77057. 713-782-4050. unityhouston.org Tom Turner Band. 7pm-8pm. Live music at The Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www. lastconcert.com James Wilhite. 10pm-Midnight. Live music at The Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www. lastconcert.com

wednesday Hatha Yoga. 9:00-10:00am. Join Shuwen for a morning of asanas and pranayama which help bring peace to the mind and body. All levels welcome. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079. For more information go to prodynamicfitness.com or call 713-909-5502.

Tai Chi & QiGong in The Woodlands / Spring. 3:15-4:15pm or 4:30-5:30pm. Have you heard about the benefits of Tai Chi and QiGong and wanted to try it out? Or, do you have experience and are looking to deepen you practice? Come join us and learn simple, time tested methods and movements to clear the mind, circulate energy and relax the body. First class free! Multiple membership options and private sessions available. 427 Carson Ridge Dr, Spring, 77386. Please call 281-702-3389 or visit www.groundyourdivinity.com for details and to register.

Wednesday Oneness Blessing. 5:30-6:45pm. The Oneness Blessing, also known as Deeksha, is a hands-on, direct transfer of energy. Which can strengthen your relationship with your Divine, Spirit, God; however you relate to that. Bring freedom from your chattering mind. And can cause your Authentic You to shine and become present in the moment and experience fullness of life as it truly is. The more blessings you receive, the greater the benefit. Child care available, no reservation required. Love Offering. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr, 77057. 713-782-4050. unityhouston.org Christian Meditation. 6:00-7:00pm. Experience meditation and contemplative prayer using ancient prayer practices of the early Christian communities. Explore and study contemporary and ancient texts of the contemplative way. All are welcome. Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort, 77025.

Parking is free and available at the Woodwind St. entrance. www.graceinhouston.org. Questions? info@graceinhouston. org or 832-667-8601.

Urban Ride. 6:30pm. Be ready to roll at 6:30PM. The route is 20 miles. Riders should be comfortable keeping a pace of 18-20 mph. Helmet, front and back light, spare tube, and CO2 cartridges are required. Earphones are not allowed. Speed may vary depending on who shows. Safety comes first. Free.

Urban Bicycle Gallery 4814 Nett St. 77007. judy@urbanbicyclegallery.com Zumba on the Green. 6:30-7:30pm. ACE certified personal trainer, Oscar Sajche shows you how to make your workout a party! 6:30-7:30 pm. Come see why hundreds of Houstonians come out to the park to move it and lose it! Free. Discovery Green 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com Sahaja Yoga-Meditation. 6:30-7:30pm. Come around and try our free weekly yoga-meditation classes. Simply turn up, and make yourself comfortable. Each session includes the basics and a practical guided meditation, so that you can start meditating at home straight away. Free. University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd. Sugar Land, 77479 and Kingwood Library. 4400 Bens View Lane, 77339. 832-433-2415. info@ Houston-Meditation.org

Blue Line Bike Ride. 7pm. We have multiple rides that leave from our Heights location on Wednesday evening at 7:00pm.

Each ride has its own route and distinct pace, so come on out and decide which one works best for you and hop in! Free. Blue Line Bike Lab, 3302 White Oak Drive, 77007. 713.802.1707 www.bluelinebikelab.com/shop-rides

Parkour. 6:30-8pm. Experienced, certified coaches utilize a unique, deconstructed approach to teaching running, jumping, climbing, crawling, balancing, vaulting, and fluidly moving through any environment…Turning “working out” into “play”.

Class will meet on the Deck under the Oak Trees. Free. Discovery Green 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com

Beginning Zen Meditation. 7:30-9:30pm. Feeling stressed?

Want something to help you feel better? Try meditation with us. Free, registration required. Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston. 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072. 281.568.1568. cthouston.org

Thrive Tapping with Helen Racz. 7-9pm. The Thursday Night Group Tapping is an amazing gift. The work is alive and, as in all living things, it has evolved. This evolution is taking us deeper into creating positive change on purpose with purpose. The beautiful meridian based science of EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) was originally used to clear blocks in our energy fields. What we know now is that EFT is capable of much, much more. Donations accepted. Spectrum Center at The Preserve 2060 North Loop West, Suite 205 77018. helenracz.com

Diamond Way Meditation. 7-7:45 pm. Free. Diamond Way Buddhist Center, 2217 W 34th Street, Suite D. 281. 77018.

281.436.6081. diamondway.org/houston/ Hellina Bucket Band 8:00 -10:00pm. Free dinner music. Last Concert Café, 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www. lastconcert.com Food Not Bombs. 8pm. Help provide free vegan meals for Houston’s homeless. Volunteer, donate or just come see what we do. Free. Downtown Library Courtyard 521 Lamar, 77002. houstonfoodnotbombs.org Pot Roast. 10:00pm-12mn. Late night music outside under the stars. Cover charge. Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www.lastconcert.com Drum Circle at Midnight 12mn-2am $7.00 Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www.lastconcert.com

thursday Grace2Go. 7:00-8:30 am. On the go? Want a boost to the start of your day? Drive thru for free coffee, a breakfast bite, and a prayer if desired. All are welcome. Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort, 77025. www.graceinhouston.org.

Kids Yoga Class. 9-10am for ages 3-5 & 5:30-6:30pm for ages 5-11. Join Melissa for a fun-filled kids yoga class! Through games and activities we will breathe, move, sing, laugh, and play through postures. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079. For more information go to prodynamicfitness. com or call 713-909-5502.

Museum of Fine Arts-Houston. 10am-9pm. If you have not spent time enjoying the art exhibits at MFAH, what are you waiting for? Free. MFAH 1001 Bissonnet, 77005.

713.639.7300 mfah.org Aerial Yoga. 10:15am & 6:30pm. Pro Dynamic Fitness offers authentic yoga, supported by a silk hammock, to explore, refine and advance traditional asanas, both in the air and on the ground. No experience required. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079 For more information go to prodynamicfitness.com or call 713-909-5502 Yoga at India House. 11:00-12:00am. Enjoy relaxing cardio work out at India House. Free. India House, 8888 West Bellfort, 77031. Go to the website, print out the form and email it to the address given. http://www.indiahouseinc.org/ programs/yoga-classes Buffalo Soldiers Museum. 1-5pm. Buffalo Soldiers Museum is the only museum dedicated to preserving the legacy and honor of African American soldiers in the United States.

Free. Buffalo Soldiers Museum 3816 Caroline Street, 77004.

Buffalosoldiersmuseum.com 713.942.8920.

Houston Museum of Natural Science. 2-5pm. Roam the Serengeti, walk with dinosaurs and discover the world’s mineral wonders. Free. HMNS 5555 Hermann Park Drive 77030. hmns.org Free Family Thursdays at The Health Museum. 2:00pm7:00pm.Free entry into The Health Museum to enjoy permanent and traveling exhibits (DeBakey Cell Lab requires a $3 fee) on Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Health Museum, 1515 Hermann Dr 77004. thehealthmuseum.org (713) 521-1515 Children’s Museum of Houston. 5-8pm. Enjoy all the interactive exhibits at the museum with your children.

Free. Children’s Museum 1500 Binz, 77004. 713.522.1138 cmhouston.org

Meditation Class: Discovering the Awake Within. 7-9pm. Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien closely guides and interacts with students to realize Awake Mind is already within, they have the capacity to Wake Up, and how to apply meditation. This class provides a stable foundation for those who are ready to move to the next level, go deeper in their meditation practice, and touch with the Awake within. Suggested donation $50/ month. Pre-registration required. Universal Door Meditation Center, 2619 Charles Lane, Sugar Land, 77498. universaldoor. org. 281-565-9718 Chaz and the Plastik Flask. 7-9pm. Upbeat musical style with a rock and roll sound. Cover charge. Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St., 77002. 713-226-8563 www.lastconcert.com Hightailers. Starts at 9pm. Longest running house band in existence! Gulf Coast Rhythm and Blues. Cover charge. Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St., 77002. 713-226-8563 www. lastconcert.com

friday Houston International Folk Dancers. 7:30-10pm. Houston International Folk Dancers is a recreational folk dance group that celebrates ethnic dances from around the world: Eastern and Western Europe, Middle East and Mediterranean, and the Americas. You will delight in the diverse rhythms, melodies and unique dance styles of cultures from over 30 countries.

Experienced folk dancers are always ready to help beginners.

Singles welcome. Dress comfortably. Admission is $5. First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston 5200 Fannin 77004.

Additional info at www.folkdancers.org Food Not Bombs. 8pm. Help provide free vegan meals for Houston’s homeless. Volunteer, donate or just come see what we do. Free. Downtown Library Count Yard, 521 Lamar, 77002. houstonfoodnotbombs.org Dinner Music with Jimmy Deen. 6-9pm. Cover charge. Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www. lastconcert.com

saturday Yoga for the Body and Mind. 8-9:30 am. Yoga classes based on the teachings of Swami Ramdev ji including asanas, pranayama and meditation. Free. Arya Samaj Greater Houston Center 14375 Shiller Rd. 77082. 281-242-5000 aryasamajhouston.org.

Hatha Yoga. 9:00-10:00am. Join Shuwen for a morning of asanas and pranayama which help bring peace to the mind and body. All levels welcome. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079. For more information go to prodynamicfitness.com or call 713-909-5502.

Kids Yoga Class. 9am-10am (ages 5-11.) Join Melissa for a fun-filled kids yoga class! Through games and activities we will breathe, move, sing, laugh, and play through postures. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079. For more information go to prodynamicfitness.com or call 713-909-5502.

Yoga for Mental & Physical Happiness. 9:30am. Lin Weiss is the founder/owner of Yoga for Mental & Physical Happiness.

Her passion for yoga is evidenced by her warm & personable teaching style. Small classes afford individual instruction for students of any level, making progress attainable & real.

In Bellaire. Call or for details. 713.858.8595 linweiss@ earthlink.net

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Beginning Zen Meditation. 10am-12n. Feeling stressed? Want something to help you feel better? Try meditation with us.

Free, registration required. Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston.

12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072. 281.568.1568. cthouston.org Children’s Zen Meditation. 10am-12n. Open to children ages 4-12. Parents must be present and participate. Free, registration required. Chung Tai Zen Center of Houston. 12129 Bellaire Blvd., 77072. 281.568.1568. cthouston.org Sahaja Yoga-Meditation. 10:00am-12:00pm. Come around and try our free weekly yoga-meditation classes. Simply turn up, and make yourself comfortable. Each session includes the basics and a practical guided meditation, so that you can start meditating at home straight away. Free. Woodsland Park and Community Center, 443 Danover Rd, Katy, 77494. 832-4332415 info@Houston-Meditation.org Yoga at India House. 10:00-11:00am. Enjoy relaxing cardio work out at India House. Free. India House, 8888 West Bellfort, 77031. Go to the website, print out the form and email it to the address given. http://www.indiahouseinc.org/ programs/yoga-classes Aerial Yoga. 10:15am. Pro Dynamic Fitness offers authentic yoga, supported by a silk hammock, to explore, refine and advance traditional asanas, both in the air and on the ground.

No experience required. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., 77079 For more information go to prodynamicfitness. com or call 713-909-5502 Young Writers Workshop. 10:30 -11:30 am. Kids learn to express their thoughts an develop language skills. Presented

by Houston Public Library/HPL Express and Discovery Green. Houston’s only free and open writing workshop for kids conducted by Writers In The Schools. Limited to 25 students, first come first serve. Free. Discovery Green 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com For more information please call 832-393-1375.

Beginning Meditation. 11:00-11:30am. Enjoy relaxing meditation class at India House. Free. India House, 8888 West Bellfort, 77031. Go to the website, print out the form and email it to the address given. http://bit.ly/1rfNLkl Tai Chi & QiGong in The Woodlands / Spring. 11am-12pm.

Have you heard about the benefits of Tai Chi and QiGong and wanted to try it out? Or, do you have experience and are looking to deepen you practice? Come join us and learn simple, time tested methods and movements to clear the mind, circulate energy and relax the body. First class free! Multiple membership options and private sessions available. 427 Carson Ridge Dr, Spring, 77386. Please call 281-702-3389 or visit www.groundyourdivinity.com for details and to register.

Science of Spirituality Meditation. 12:00-2pm. Science of Spirituality is a global, non-religious, non-profit, spiritual organization headquartered in Chicago and under the leadership of Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj. Each week our group gathers to meditate together, reflect on the words of the great Saints and Mystics and spend some time with others who share the goal of leading a spiritually enriched and fulfilling life.

Spiritual Discourse, Meditation, Vegetarian Meal. Free. India House 8888 West Bellfort 77031. houstonSOS.org STEM Saturdays. 12:30-1:30pm. Girlstart leads a fun, hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education program for kids. Space is limited to 60 kids on a first come first serve basis. Free. Discovery Green 1500 McKenney, 77010. discoverygreen.com Sahaja Yoga-Meditation. 2:30-4:00pm. Come around and try our free weekly yoga-meditation classes. Simply turn up, and make yourself comfortable. Each session includes the basics and a practical guided meditation, so that you can start meditating at home straight away. Free. Outreach Center of West Houston, 725 Bateswood Drive, 77079. 832-433-2415. info@Houston-Meditation.org Falun Dafa. 4-6pm. Falun Gong also known as Falun Dafa is a traditional Chinese qigong practice. It uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind, and spirit. Falun Gong is a complete and powerful system, which consists of five simple exercises, which can be performed by anyone regardless of age, physical condition, or prior experience. If you plan to visit a practice location, please call the contact person beforehand. Outside of Chinese Consulate 3417 Montrose Blvd., 77006. Henry 956.844.2835. falun-houston.org Dinner Music with Jimmy Deen. 6-9pm. Cover charge. Last Concert Cafe 1403 Nance St. 77002. 713-226-8563 www. lastconcert.com

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Centerpoint Body Mind and Spirit Expo. 1pm-6pm. Angel oracle readings, psychic medium, tarot card readings, soul oracle readings, tea leaf astrology, astrology and past life readings, foot reflexology, energy healers, jewelry, crystals and more! Coffee, lemonade and nutritious snacks. Admission Free. Center Point (in the old Metaphysical Matrix building) 2727 Fondren Suite 5M, 77080. 713-932-7224 centerpointhouston.org

sunday Yoga for the Body and Mind. 8-9:30 am. Yoga classes based on the teachings of Swami Ramdev ji including asanas, pranayama and meditation. Free. Arya Samaj Greater Houston Center, 14375 Shiller Rd. 77082. 281-242-5000 aryasamajhouston.org.

Sunday Oneness Blessing. After 9am and 11am services. The Oneness Blessing, also known as Deeksha, is a hands-on, direct transfer of energy. Which can strengthen your relationship with your Divine, Spirit, God; however you relate to that.

Bring freedom from your chattering mind. And can cause your Authentic You to shine and become present in the moment and experience fullness of life as it truly is. The more blessings you receive, the greater the benefit. Child care available, no reservation required. Love Offering. Unity of Houston, 2929 Unity Dr, 77057. 713-782-4050. unityhouston.org Movement Meditation for Healing Mind and Body . 9:30am– 10:30am With an emphasis on bringing together mind, body, and movement to be in the present moment, Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien guides students to connect with Awake mind, which is profoundly healing, and also restores and refreshes every aspect of our being. Suggested donation $50/month, pre-registration required. Universal Door Meditation Center - 2619 Charles Lane, Sugar Land, 77498 www.universaldoor. org 281-565-9718 Christian Meditation. 9:00am-9:30 am. Experience meditation and contemplative prayer using ancient prayer practices of the early Christian communities in preparation for receiving Holy Communion at the 10am worship service. All are welcome.

Grace Episcopal Church, 4040 W. Bellfort, 77025. www. graceinhouston.org. Questions? info@graceinhouston.org or 832-667-8601.

The Conversations With God Study Group. 9:30am-10:45am.

The group is now studying Neale Gary Renard’s book, THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE UNIVERSE, study materials provided, this ongoing gathering is facilitated by Dr. Ngozi Kamau. Free. Carmel Temple, 1208 Pennsylvania,77587. carmeltemple.org Carmel Temple All Faith Service. 11:00am. Different guest speaker every week. Free. Carmel Temple, 1208 Pennsylvania,77587. carmeltemple.org Semanal Programa de Meditación 10am-1pm. Ciencia de la Espiritualidad es una organización global, no religiosa, sin fines de lucro, espiritual dedicado a la unidad del amor y de la paz. Nuestro grupo de meditación Houston ha estado activo durante más de 52 años y se reúne regularmente. Cada semana nuestro grupo se reúne para meditar juntos, reflexionar sobre las palabras de los grandes santos y místicos y pasar algún tiempo con otras personas que comparten el objetivo de llevar una vida espiritualmente enriquecida y satisfactoria.

Gratis. Trini Mendenhall Sosa Center 1414 Wirt Road 77055. houstonSOS.org 832-304-0767.

Acoustic Jams. 10:30am. Easy listening music to brunch by.

No cover charge. Last Concert Café, 1403 Nance St. 77002.

713-226-8563 www.lastconcert.com Ecstatic Dance Evolution. 10:30-1:00pm. Ecstatic Dance Evolution is a unique transformational Ecstatic Dance practice developed by Houston’s Sydney Samadhi Strahan. This Dance has been actively evolving since 2003, giving Houstonians a consistent place to be free in mind-body-spirit and express themselves through movement with an accepting creative community. Free. MATCH: Midtown Arts and Theater Center 3400 Main Street, 77002. ecstaticdanceevolution.com Fall Youth and Teen Program at Universal Door Meditation Center. 11:00am–12:30pm. For youth grades 1-12. Under the guidance of Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien, youth are introduced to the Awake Mind within, and through basic meditation as well as other activities and games, they learn how to return to it. Registration required, call for more details.

Suggested donation $60/month. Universal Door Meditation Center, 2619 Charles Lane, Sugar Land, 77498 universaldoor. org 281-565-9718 Dawn Mountain Sunday Meditation. 11am-12noon. Join us for guided meditation suitable for everyone. Led by senior members of the Dawn Mountain community. Free. Dawn Mountain 2010 Naomi Street, Suite A, 77054. http://dawnmountain.org

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Diamond Way Meditation. 5-5:45 pm. Free. Diamond Way Buddhist Center. 2217 W 34th Street, Suite D., 77018. 281436-6081. diamondway.org/houston/ Food Not Bombs. 7pm. Help provide free vegan meals for Houston’s homeless. Volunteer, donate, or just come see what we do. Free. Downtown Library Courtyard 521 Lamar, 77002 houstonfoodnotbombs.org Sunday Love Feast. 7:00pm. A free vegetarian meal for any and all. Free. ISKCON Temple 1320 West 34th Street, 77018.

713. 686.4482 iskconhouston.org

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ACUPUNCTURE JONELL NORCINI, L.AC.

Cypress Area Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine 10330 Lake Road, Building D Houston, TX 77070.

By appointment only 713-825-1636.

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At Cypress Area Acupuncture, I strive to provide quality health care at affordable prices. I believe that I am your partner in helping you obtain optimal health. I provide treatments in a relaxing atmosphere where you will seldom, if ever, have to wait and you will never feel rushed. Questions are always welcome and I will do everything possible to make your treatments comfortable and relaxing. Call or make an appointment on our website. See ad on page 26.

AYURVEDA AYUSH WAVE-AYURVEDA AND YOGA 15263 Southwest Freeway Sugar Land, TX 77478 281-870-2772 AyushWave.com

Experience what people in India have known about for centuries, the healing power of Ayurveda. Ayush Wave Ayurveda Wellness and Yoga is the new, alternative and holistic wellness center in Sugar Land. Our focus is on providing alternative therapies to chronic diseases using Ayurveda, the form of traditional medicine from India in a spa environment. To learn more visit our website or call today for a consultation.

BIOLOGICAL DENISTRY INTUITIVE ACUPUNCTURE AND WELLNESS Located in the Texas Yoga Center 7620 Cherry Park Drive Houston, TX 77095 346-213-4474 intuitive-acu-wellness.com

Have tried everything and nothing has changed your situation? Are you are tired of being in pain? Can’t seem to make any breakthroughs with recurring anxiety and depression?

Do you really want to go a natural route for balancing hormones and improve fertility? Maria Badell,L.Ac is a graduate of Texas A&M and the American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine. She has been a licensed acupuncturist for the past five years and is currently serving the Copperfield, Bear Creek, Cypress, northwest Houston and Katy area. Visit our website for more information and call today to see if acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can help your body heal itself.

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MARILYN K. JONES, DDS

Houston Dental Health Center 800 Bering Dr. Houston, TX 77057 712-785-7767 MarilynKJonesDDS.com

Natural Dentistry supports the body and the mind by finding the cause of dental problems. The dental examination includes noticing systemic and habitual influences. Setting the stage for the body to heal itself includes removing infection and toxins, correcting structure, and providing the best dental materials for you which will promote an outstanding environment for your overall health. Dentistry is my true love and as a true Biological Dentist, I combine modern technology, safe protection protocols, advanced knowledge of biological dentistry and medicine, and a patient-centric approach to enhance the wellness of all my patients.

If you have dental issues or currently have silver amalgam fillings, call me today to schedule an appointment. See ad on page 22.

CHIROPRACTIC INNATE CHIROPRACTIC HEALING ARTS CENTER

230 Westcott St suite 220 Houston, TX 77007 (713) 521-2104 n8chiro.com

Our team is pleased to welcome you to the Innate Chiropractic Healing Arts Center in Houston where we offer a variety of gentle healing modalities to enhance your LIFE FORCE, ENERGY and PEAK PERFORMANCE, naturally!

For those interested in deeper healing and personal development, we also offer a variety of classes and workshops including collage, life goal setting, and empowerment drumming. Visit our website and give us a call today! See ad on page 15.

CLOTHING THREDZ USA

5901 Hillcroft Street Suite B2 Houston, TX 77036 713-785-1600 ThredzUSA.com

THREDZ offers a wide selection of hand woven unstitched fabrics, ready to wear clothing for both men and women as well as formal wear. They provide simple, but timelessly cut pieces that have set the bar high as a prestigious fashion label. Whether you need a brand new outfit, or an entire wardrobe, their in-house stylists are more than happy to provide you with assistance to make you look your very best. Visit our website or come by our store, today!

COACHING ABOLISH YOUR INNER SABOTEUR!

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Learn how to transform negativity in your life; people, jobs, health concerns, memories all into emblems of peace, calm and power. Over the past five years, the powerful transformation toolset has been experienced by thousands in private sessions, in workshops and now ABOLISH YOUR INNER SABOTEUR – THE EXPERIENCE is being released. Space is limited. Visit our website and sign up today. See ad on page 14

BLISSFUL QUESTS

JOYCE LONG’S WELLNESS INSTITUTE

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Established 1989 Joyce hasn’t closed. Just relocated. Call to schedule any of the following services: massage therapies, lymphatic drainage massage and facials, reflexology, infra-red sauna, ion cleanse foot or hand baths, Chinese cupping or colon hydrotherapy (prescriptions only- yours or ours).

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Our facility, class-1 equipment, and supervision enable you to do your own private colonic. We also feature: Nutritional Analysis, Weight Loss, Nutritional Blood review, Premium Grade Nutrition to match your analysis, and more. Call us for more information or to make an appointment. 10% Discount by Oct. 31st. Call now. Feel better soon.

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ENERGY MEDICINE

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Do you want to relieve your pain or tension and maintain those good results? Cecilia Straub Timon, EEMCP, has used and taught Eden Energy Medicine with her clients for several years. She started with Reiki and Brain Gym. She now uses Eden Energy Medicine and tapping as well in her work with clients. These non-invasive techniques derived from ancient healing practices relive tension and pain and increase energy and vitality. Contact her today to see if she can help you.

West Lake Houston Center 7506 Fm 1960 Rd E Humble, TX 77346 281-361-7567 vagaro.com/michaelvela Mon-Friday from 10-7. Saturday 9-5

Michael Vela has been a stylist for 30 years, almost all of that time in the Kingwood, Atascocita and Humble area. He cuts women’s, men and kids hair, does color, highlights and perms.

He specializes in Brazilian Blowout smoothing treatment. Michael says, “I strive to take excellent care of everyone who sits in my chair, to find styles that meet the unique needs of their hair and most of all I will listen to them. Give him a call or visit his website to schedule an appointment.

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If you have tried everything and are sick and tired of being sick try Dr. Bobbie Stowe, DC who practices Functional Medicine, offering lab tests to find causes of pain, disease, imbalances, dysfunctions, and Natural, Safe, Holistic protocols to address their root causes. Call today to schedule a FREE phone consultation. 20% Off your first visit if you mention Natural Awakenings magazine. (Offer ends October 31st) Call today! See ad on page 2.

Venus Hair Design is a must-see place on 19th Street in The Heights.

Venus and her staff are proud to be able to provide their customers of any age with any style, from a trim to a Mohawk. She is a wizard at color. If you live in or are visiting The Heights be sure to drop by, say hi and check out her Art Car, the Venus Hairse and mention you saw her in Natural Awakenings magazine.

HEALING MINDY KING

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GYMS HOUSTON GYM

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Twenty years ago, Houston Gym opened as an alternative to big, impersonal fitness centers with staffs of high-pressure salespeople. We built a facility that boasts NEW state-of -the-art equipment, yet retains the casual feel of a neighborhood gym. Simply put, Houston Gym is a place for people who are serious about achieving physical fitness. M-F: 5a-11p, Sat & Sun: 8a-8p. Call for a FREE Trial Pass.

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Rarely will you meet a person so genuinely loving and kind as Josephine. Her work is mental, emotional and spiritual healing for those who are in distress. A consultation with her involves honestly answering questions about your problem that helps her find the likely cause and the course of action you should take to find healing.

She has been doing this healing work for years and does it by donation or love gift only so that she can make it available to all regardless of their financial circumstance. She is fluent in both Spanish and English. Call her today to find out if she can help you or to schedule a consultation. Se habla español!

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Are you looking to expand your career or start a new one with meaning and purpose? Become a licensed workshop leader in Louise Hay’s philosophy. Receive manuals and materials to lead up to 14 seminars or workshops. The training is a one week in-residence which includes your lodging, most meals, and extensive follow-up. East and west coast trainings. This program is approved

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HOLISTIC FAIR MARVA MASON’S HOLISTIC FAIR La Quinta Inn-Galleria 1625 West 610 Loop Houston, TX 77027 PsychicFairs.com

Houston’s largest and longest continually running holistic fair is held on the first Saturday of each month from 10 am until 5 pm.

Featuring readers, alternative health practitioners and vendors. Admission is free. Come and join the fun!

HOLISTIC SHOP THE CHAKRA HAVEN

402 East Main Street Tomball, TX 77375 346-234-7754 facebook.com/thechakra.heven

A cute little shop just outside the Old Town Tomball district.

Featuring: candles, crystals, jewelry, oils, incense, herbs and more. Also by appointment only: meditation classes, tarot readings a n d C h r i s t i a n n u m e r o l o g y.

Meditation 101 each Wednesday at 6-7pm. Call for more information.

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HEAL WITH NATURAL HERBS

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Looking for a nice peaceful place to just hang out. Well, you’ve found it. We feature ion foot detox, chair massage, an oxygen bar, herbal teas, essential oils and much more. Come by for the Lady’s Tea or the Gentlemen’s Mini-Golf and you won’t want to leave. Visit our website for store hours and times of special activities and join in the fun!

THE PSYCHIC HEALING CENTER 3000 Sage Road #1165 Houston, TX 77056 713-377-2002

Houston’s newest holistic healing center located in the Galleria Area.

Featuring sound healing sessions by Barbie Butler and Intuitive Life Coaching by Zia Evans. You can find an array of metaphysical items such as candles, crystals, salt baths, books, jewelry and more. Barbie and Zia also offer individualized meditation programs, chakra clearing and balancing, crystal healing bowls and an amethyst healing bed. Call today for an appointment.

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HOLISTIC HOMEOPATHY FOR WELLNESS ANUSHA THIAGARAJAN 4100 Westheimer, Suite 233 Houston, TX 77027 7335 TX-6, Suite 200 Missouri City, TX 77459 Holistichomeopathy.net 832-671-2631

Integrating Mind, Body and Spirit Homeopathy is an art and science.

The word “homeopathy” is derived from the Greek words homeos “similar” and pathos, “disease”. Homeopathy means “to treat with a remedy that produces an effect similar to that of the disease”. Anusha Thiagarajan practices traditional homeopathy with offices both in Houston and Missouri City. Visit her website for more information and call her today for a consulation.

HYPERBARIC OXYGEN HBOT AMERICA

8618-B Stella Rd. Houston, TX 77025 832-986-5144 hbotamerica.com

HBOT America of Houston provides hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for a wide variety of clients, from athletes to those wishing to speed healing after surgery. HBOT has been medically approved by the FDA for 14 uses, including severe anemia, osteomyelitis, arterial insufficiencies, diabetic skin treatments, wound healing and more. Hundreds of studies have been done on the use of HBOT for other conditions.

Introductory “Ah-Ha” session just $49. Visit our website today to arrange a tour of our facilities or book an appointment

INTEGRATIVE DERMATOLOGY INTEGRATIVE DERMATOLOGY CONSULTATIONS 748 E 12th St, Unit 2 Houston, TX 77008 integrativedermconsults.com 832-639-3376

A Functional Medicine approach to skin disease can be most helpful for chronic skin conditions such as acne, chronic dry skin, eczema, psoriasis or rosacea. The emphasis is on improving skin from the inside out, by addressing underlying nutritional, immune, and other issues. If you have tried everything and still have a skin problem. Visit our website for more information or to set up and appointment.

JULIE PARKER

FACE READING YourInnerBlueprint.com 832-305-5498

Each individual is born with their own personal blueprint.

The secrets of your inner nature and your own potential are beautifully and perfectly inscribed in the features and lines of your face. Face Reading is an ancient branch of Chinese Medicine, originally used as a diagnostic tool, it provides clues regarding an individual’s personality patterns, their inherent strengths and weaknesses, where they tend to excel and where they might face challenges. Call today and let me help you find answers to your questions about relationships, career, dating, self-improvement or other areas of your life.

ION FOOT DETOX HEAL WITH NATURAL HERBS

“The Hippest Little Place in Humble” 404 Avenue E Humble, TX 77338 281-227-0435 HealWithNaturalHerbs.com

Looking for a nice peaceful place to just hang out. Well, you’ve found it. We feature ion foot detox, chair massage, an oxygen bar, herbal teas, essential oils and much more. Come by for the Lady’s Tea or the Gentlemen’s Mini-Golf and you won’t want to leave. Visit our website for store hours and times of special activities and join in the fun!

LIFELINE TECHNIQUE INTUITIVE COUNSELOR CHUCK MURPHY SPIRITUAL INTUITIVE

La Quinta-Galleria 1625 West 610 Loop Houston, TX 77027 ChuckMurphy.me

For over 25 years, Chuck has been helping people find their purpose.

Chuck’s mission is to help others experience the Love and Guidance of Spirit and realize their True Beauty and Unique place in Creation. Let let him help you discover your unique place in creation. Visit his website for information about phone and SKYPE readings also classes and free Meetups. Mention this ad for a 10% discount.

Contact Chuck today to schedule a one-on-one reading over the phone, via Skype or in person.

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MARY BETH HAUBRICH, CLP Certified LifeLine Practitioner 2245 Texas Drive, Suite 300 Sugar Land, TX 77479 864-266-8501 marybethhaubrich@gmail.com JoyfulHealingArts.com

The LifeLine Technique® is a way to access the subconscious programs of the mind so we can create sustainable change at the root of painful and stressful patterns. We use muscle reflex testing and a conscious intention to harmonize the subconscious reactive patterns of emotion, facilitating the body’s innate ability to heal, regenerate, and thrive. Are you ready to transform pain into power, fear into courage, and live fully in the present moment? If so, Grab the LifeLine! Call Mary Beth today.

Sessions available in person, via phone or Skype.

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DAWN MOUNTAIN CENTER FOR TIBETAN BUDDHISM

MEDICAL INTUITIVE

2010 Naomi Street, Suite A Houston, TX 77054 Dawnmountain.org

INTEGRATIVE THERAPIES FOR NATURAL HEALING & WELLNESS LIN WEISS MH, CYT Holistic Healer Medical/ Spiritual Intuitive Master Teacher Houston, Texas 77025 713-858-8595 linweiss@earthlink.net conscioushealingnow.com

Through her WHOLE-istic approach, Lin weaves inspired wisdom with proven healing traditions for integrating mind/ body & soul. ALL NATURAL, ALL THE TIME, she specializes in Homeopathy; Bio-energetic Healing; Neuro-chemical Analysis/ Balance; Chakra Attunement; Nutrition Therapies; Orchid Essences; Zero Energy Balance & more.

Addressing a wide range of symptoms, ie: Allergies; ADD/ADHD; OCD: Arthritis; Autistic Spectrum; Chronic Fatigue; Depression; Detoxification; Fibromyalgia; MS; Parkinsons: Trauma Release, etc. Classes: Intuitive Development and Psychology of the Chakras! Call Lin today to find out if she can help you.

MEDITATION CARMEL TEMPLE

1208 Pennsylvania Street South Houston 77587 713-944-0014 CarmelTemple.org

Carmel Temple is a quiet sanctuary far away from the outer world of seeming chaos. It is a place of peace, healing, study, teaching, meditation, love, warmth, and friendship. Opened in 1970, Carmel Temple is a loving place made available for all seekers of the Light. Join us in this welcoming environment, this Sunday where enlightenment, healing, and especially love are found. See ad on page 25.

CHUNG TAI ZEN CENTER OF HOUSTON

Chan/Zen Meditation Classes Guided by Ordained Zen Masters of Chung Tai Chan Monastery. No fees.

Donations are welcome. No prior experience required for beginners.

12129 Bellaire Blvd., Houston 77072 281-568-1568 • zen@cthouston.org CTHouston.org

Beginning Meditation: (A) Wed, 7:30–9:30 pm. (B) Sat, 10am– noon. Children Meditation: Sat 10am–noon - For children ages 4–12 and parents. Half-day Retreat: Sun., Oct. 2, 9am-noon.

Sun., Nov. 6, 9am-noon. Meditation Workshop: Sun., Oct. 23, 10-11am. Sun., Nov. 20, 10-11am.

Blessing Ceremony: Sun., Oct. 9, 10am-noon.

Sun., Nov. 13, 10am-noon. Check the web site (event calendar) for the most current information.

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Join us every Sunday morning from 11:00 to 12:00 for free, guided meditation suitable for everyone. You don’t need dawn mountain to know how to meditate before you come. Just need to come and experience meditation for yourself. Led by senior members of the Dawn Mountain sangha (community), this meditation offers a chance to take a mindful pause from your busy life, enjoy serenity and fellowship, and learn a bit more about Buddhist practice at Dawn Mountain. See ad on page 29.

HOUSTON EMERGENCE NETWORK meetup.com/Houston-EmergenceNetwork

Houston Emergence Network.

Information about the Emergence of Maitreya and the Masters of Wisdom. Help the planet by taking part in one of our weekly transmission meditation gatherings - always free. You are invited to attend our October event: Miracles, Masters and Maitreya. Saturday, Oct 29, 12:30 pm, McGovernS t e l l a L i n k L i b r a r y, 7 4 0 5 S t e l l a L i n k . houstonemergence@outlook.com shareinternational.us/sw/

SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH 4040 West Bellfort Street Houston, TX 77025 713-666-1408 GraceInHouston.org

We are a welcoming Christian community sharing our spiritual journeys through worship, fellowship and outreach. Grounded in both Episcopal worship and ancient practices, we are faithful to the rich traditions of our church while also open to creative expressions of our faith in worship and ministries.

Come and be with us for any or all of our many programs and services.

meetup.com/free-houston-meditationand-stress-relief-yoga-class houston-meditation.org info@Houston-Meditation.org

The Houston Sahaja Yoga Meditation group warmly invites you to join our FREE 7-week course “Chakra Cleansing through Sahaja Yo g a M e d i t a t i o n Techniques”, taking place at a number of locations in the Greater Houston area. Sahaja Yoga Meditation is natural, easy, and powerful. All classes and the literature provided are free. Simply turn up, and make yourself comfortable. There is always place for beginners, so there is no need to make a booking in advance. Just come. See ad on page 24.

THE HINES CENTER FOR SPIRITUALITY AND PRAYER

UNITY OF HOUSTON

The Hines Center for Spirituality and Prayer is a co-created response to the community’s longing for rich spiritual formation and expression. The center provides a wide variety of opportunities to know and experience God. We provides classes, lectures, workshops, and programmed group settings to foster connection, understanding, and compassion for self, other, and the mystery that beautifully and expansively holds us. Visit our website for a complete listing of offerings and join with us soon. See ad on page 17.

Unity of Houston offers p o si t i v e , p r a c tic a l teachings that support spiritual evolution and abundant living. The Unity movement is open and welcoming of all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical disability or sexual orientation. We take an extremely positive approach to life, emphasizing our Oneness in God and the goodness in people and all of life. We believe… ”Life is meant to be good!”. Come and discover it for yourself! See ad on page 3.

500 Fannin Street Houston, TX 77002 713-590-3320 HinesCenter.org

www.NaturalAwakenings-Houston.com

2929 Unity Drive Houston TX 77057 713-782-4050 UnityHouston.org

UNIVERSAL DOOR MEDITATION CENTER 2619 Charles Lane Sugar Land, TX 77498 281-565-9718 UniversalDoor.org

Are you ready to Wake Up? Discover Awake mind through Zen meditation.

Zen Master Thich Dieu Thien guides students to apply this life-changing tool in all situations. Find out how Awake mind can transform stress, struggles, health issues, and conflicts that you thought were unchangeable facts of life! Attend our FREE Tuesday Meditation 101 class. Tue: Meditation 101, 7-8pm, FREE Drop In Class. Thurs: Meditation Class: Discovering the Awake Within. 7-9pm*. Sun: Movement Meditation for Healing Mind and Body. 9:30-10:30am* Sun: Fall Youth and Teen Program 11am-12:30n*. * = requires pre-registration/class fee. See our ad on page 26.

NATURAL FOOD GRACE’S NUTRITION MARKET

1421 Spring Cypress Rd. Spring, TX 77373.

281-353-6630 facebook.com/Graces-Nutrition-Market

Grace’s Nutrition Market, your friendly neighborhood health store, packed full of well-seasoned knowledge, friendly advice, and goodies, has been in the same Spring, Texas location for upwards to 40 years, and current owner for at least 20 years. We specialize in any nutritional needs you may encounter in your daily life, from the common cold, to weight loss, or even full body nutritional counseling. Grace’s is home to a wonderful pair, Robyn and Beverly, our Iridologist and Nutritionist. Iridology appointments are available throughout the week, or to just come talk to for good quality you can trust. We look forward to meeting you soon.

NATURAL WATER FILTRATION & TREATMENT ACCENT NATURAL WATER

Whole House Water Treatment 23206 I-45 North Spring, TX 77373 281-773-5441 AccentH20.com

DO YOU KNOW WHAT’S I N Y O U R WAT E R ?

Houston has the 6th worst water in the country. Our system takes out chlorine, pesticides and more. Plus, we treat and condition the water to make it healthier for your family. More than a water softener, table top unit or RO alone.

Healthy water from every faucet or shower.

Member BBB-A+ rating since the 80’s. Don’t delay. Call Henry today! 281-773-5441

NUTRIGENOMICS ANGELLE ADAMS

(832) 472-1366 Angelleadams1@gmail.com

Learn about an all-natural breakthrough that’s redefining healthcare! Activate your body at the cellular level with category-creating technology in the field of nutrigenomics.

This unique science has been featured on major television networks and validated in peer-reviewed studies posted by the National Institute of Health!

Contact us for more information and a free consultation.

ORGANICALLY GROWN PRODUCE PLANT IT FORWARD

“a farm in every neighborhood” 832-983-0405 farmshareprogram@plant-it-forward.org Plant-it-forward.org

Join the Farm Share Program Today! Enjoy your own weekly box of our local, organically grown produce by enrolling in our Farm Share Program. Get 6-8 different varieties, enough for a family of 3-5 each week. Purchase a 5-week mini-season for $132, a perfect gift for your health-conscious loved ones or purchase a 20-week season for $507. The summer vegetables include winter squash (hard squashes), edamame, eggplant, basil, peppers, okra, arugula, basil, cucumbers, green onions, roselle, malabar spinach, possibly cantaloupe if weather cooperates, and even watermelon if weather cooperates. Sign-up today for the Summer 2016 .

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ORGANIC RESORT & SPA DEER LAKE LODGE AND SPA

10500 Deer Lake Lode Rd. Montgomery Tx 77316 936-647-1383 DeerLakeLodge.com

Can’t lose weight? Feeling Sluggish? Don’t have the energy you used to have?

Let us help undo the damage from over-consumption and poor food choices. Our program of fasting, juicing, cleansing and colonics is designed to energize, strengthen and enlighten. All natural, organic, resort and spa. Immerse yourself in personal attention from our staff while indulging in our many bodypampering and beautifying spa treatments. Call of visit our website to book your stay today! See ad on page 29.

REIKI CLAUDIA AUTRY, REIKI PRACTITIONER

(by appointment only) 281-849-4610 cautry@gmail.com ClaudiaAutry.com

We l c o m e t o y o u r transformation! Whether you are looking to change habits such as smoking or weight or looking to find better ways of relaxing and increasing the joy in your life, I can help you. I have a variety of modalities, including hypnosis, reiki, ThetaHealing and customized essential oil blends and affirmations which can be combined or used individually. Together we form a partnership for your growth! Call today to book your appointment.

ORGANIC HEALTH AND BEAUTY PRODUCTS NEIL’S YARD REMEDIES

Felecia Hunt, Independent Consultant 832-226-6957 huntfelecia@gmail.com https://us.nyrorganic.com/shop/ feleciahunt facebook.com/NYROFeleciaHunt

Ethical organic products from London since 1981 offering s k i n c a r e , b a t h , b o d y, aromatherapy, mommy/baby, herbal remedies, supplements, teas, gifts & more. Contact Felecia to schedule a no obligation consultation or for free samples! Free samples? So what are you waiting for? Call today!

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REIKI TRAINING REIKI MASTER JULIA CARROLL, PH.D. SCHOOL of HEALING ARTS 713-822-7380 julia@juliacarroll1.com JuliaCarroll1.com

JJulia was the first Reiki Master in the State of Texas, has written 5 healing books and has had university based Reiki research published. Her book, Nu-Reiki Onness, can be found on her website and is FREE. Contact Julia today to schedule an appointment to discuss enrolling in one of her Reiki certification courses.

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RETREATS

THERMOGRAPHY

THE BEAUTIFUL ROAD HOME:

THERMAL IMAGING SERVICES

Understanding the Process of Death & Dying Saint John’s Retreat Center Montgomery, Texas 936-597-5757 whiteaglelodge.org

OCTOBER 7 -12, 2016. This retreat will seek to share the gentle journey which occurs as the soul moves out of the physical body -- what might be expected after the death of the physical -- and the new life which awaits. There will be sessions on understanding the process of grief and on helping those whom we love through this transition. One of the important facets of the White Eagle work is that of working with the souls who need help to light their passage from the earth. Together we will be learning through group healing work, how we might help. 5 day retreat cost is $725 including meals and lodging. Further details are found on our website. Contact us today . Retreat size is limited.

Angel Marlow, CNHP, CAHC, CCT 5851 San Felipe, Suite 710 Houston, Texas 77057 and 24550 Kingsland Blvd. Katy, TX 77494 713-621-4406 angel@thermalimagingtexas.com ThermalImaingTexas.com

No Compression, No Radiation, Painless. Digital Infrared Thermal Imaging or Thermography, creates images that illustrate heat patterns in the body. The thermal images are analyzed for abnormalities that may be signs of disease in the body.

Thermography can be conducted onsite at your business through Thermal Imaging Services for Corporate Wellness. Locations in: Houston, Lake Charles, LA, Katy, Beaumont, The Woodlands, Tyler and Kingwood. Call for current schedule and to make an appointment. See ad on page 6.

WEIGHT LOSS RIGHTSIZE – ANY BODY

Doc Willis 4665 Southwest Freeway Houston, TX 77027 rightsizeanybody.com docwillis.org 409-457-7894 rightsizeanybody.com

SPIRITUAL HOUSE CLEANSING LIO SPIRITUAL HOUSE CLEANSINGS

832-279-7870

Do you feel negative all the time, depressed, can’t concentrate, can’t sleep and don’t know why?

Maybe the problem isn’t you but it is your house.

Call me, Lio (pronounced leo) for a FREE phone consultation to see if my spiritual house cleansing services can be of help and when you call, ask for my Natural Awakenings discount. Se habla español!

Need to lose weight? A revolutionary new protocol has been developed which has been responsible for thousands of kilos in weight loss.

Doc Willis prescribes either a unique pre-meal exercise, or a natural nutrition meal, or a portion-size control to turn each dining event into explosive, metabolic acceleration. Visit our website for more information, contact us and let’s start your success story today! See ad on page 16.

TAPPING THRIVE TAPPING.

Spectrum Center 2060 North Loop West, Suite 205 Houston, TX 77018.

HelenRacz.com

YOGA AYUSH WAVE-AYURVEDA AND YOGA

Using EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) to create Thrive Consciousness with Helen Racz every Thursday Night 7-8:30 pm at the new Spectrum Center. EFT is a form of acupressure, based on the same energy meridians used in traditional acupuncture to treat physical and emotional ailments but without the invasiveness of needles. Claim your wholeness! How good can you feel? FREE, donations accepted. No need to call or preregister. Just come! Spectrum Center at the Preserve 2060 North Loop West, Suite 205 77018 http://spectrumcenter-houston.com/our-history/map-and-directions/

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15263 Southwest Freeway Sugar Land, TX 77478 281-870-2772 ayushwave.com

Maharshi Patanjali is believed to be the founder of yoga through his writings, Patanjali Yoga Sutras. Our Yoga studio teaches patanjali yoga. Ayush Wave specifically focuses on yoga as therapy of specific conditions. We offer yogic classes specific based on your requirements. Please visit our website for information on class timings and pricings.

www.NaturalAwakenings-Houston.com

BAYOU BLISS YOGA 808 West Main Street Houston, TX 77006 713-955-0500 bayoublissyoga.com

At Bayou Bliss Yoga we focus on cultivating freedom in the body to create freedom in the mind. Our small group, private and semi-private yoga classes to give you the instruction you need to develop more body awareness, flexibility, freedom of movement and greater sense peace and ease. We specialize in therapeutic yoga and beginner’s yoga. Meditation is offered every Tuesday at 7:30pm by donation. We also offer massage, breath-work, hands of light healing, bio-field tuning and sound healing to support your health and wellbeing. The first class is always FREE so call today.

CHANDRA YOGA 4 LIFE 708 Telephone Rd. #C Houston, TX 77023 281-541-8336 chandrayoga4life.com

Welcome! Namaste! Chandra Yoga 4 Life focuses on the 3 major aspects of Yoga incorporating asanas, pranayama and mediation. We work closely with each student, meeting the student where they are Welcome! Call 281541-8336 for an unlimited monthly pass for $50, offer ends September 30 call TODAY!

JENNYOGA

at Interface Samaritan 4803 San Felipe Houston, TX 77056 713-539-7418 jennyoga.me

Have you always yearned to experience the many health benefits attributed to yoga, but never known where to begin? Or are you a master yogi already well acquainted with all the physical and mental benefits of yoga, but on the hunt for a new challenge? Either way, you are the perfect candidate for Jennyoga, the ultimate Houston destination for anyone looking to add a calming influence into his or her lifestyle. Classes Wed 12:30 pm and Sunday 11:30 am.

LITTLE DHARMA YOGA

14520 Memorial Dr. Houston, TX 77079 832-444-2800 prodynamicfitness.com facebook.com/littledharmayoga/

Through games and activities we will breathe, move, sing, laugh, and play through postures.

Ages 3-11. Other ages accepted on a case by case basis. Special needs yoga sessions are available. Call Melissa to schedule a funfilled kids yoga class at your location: parties, schools, events or private lessons! Or schedule to meet her at Pro Dynamic Fitnesss. For more information call 832-444-2800.

NAMASTE YOGA

1275 Eldridge Parkway Houston, TX 77077 281-928-6951 Namasteyogahouston.com

We are a “boutique” Yoga Studio conveniently located in the heart of the Energy Corridor in West Houston, we offer a variety of yoga classes and styles to cater for the needs of our community.

Our classes are small giving us an opportunity to develop a relationship with all our students getting to know their name and enjoying a chat after class over tea is part of who we are. We offer classes for first timers as well as experienced Yogis. Our schedule includes Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa, Slow Flow, Yin Yoga, Mindful Meditation, Kids and Prenatal yoga and private classes, there is a class for everyone in the family!!!

As part of giving back to the community and doing “our bit” we have a Community Class every Sunday at 9:45am, we have been offering the class ever since we started as we believe everyone should have an opportunity to practice and enjoy yoga.

Visit our website for class schedules and join our community today!

NURTURE SOUL THERAPEUTICS 7062 Lakeview Haven Dr. #100 Houston, TX 77095 281-674-YOGA NurtureSoul.com

Yoga is beneficial for the health in ways that modern science is just beginning to understand. Even though it has been applied with therapeutic intention for thousands of years, Yoga Therapy is only just now emerging as a discipline in itself. Tuesdays 4:00pm to 5:00pm - Yoga for Pain Management. Thursdays 4:00pm to 5:00pm - Beat your Insomnia with Yoga. For Private Yoga Therapy Classes, Massage Therapy, Healing Arts or Integrative Life Coaching Program call and make an appointment.

SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION

meetup.com/free-houston-meditationand-stress-relief-yoga-class houston-meditation.org info@Houston-Meditation.org

The Houston Sahaja Yoga Meditation group warmly invites you to join our FREE 7-week course “Chakra Cleansing through Sahaja Yo g a Me d i t a t i o n Te c h niques”, taking place at a number of locations in the Greater Houston area.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation is natural, easy, and powerful. All classes and the literature provided are free. Simply turn up, and make yourself comfortable. There is always place for beginners, so there is no need to make a booking in advance.

TRANQUIL HEART YOGA

12288 Westheimer Road, Suite 380 Houston, TX 77077 (281) 759-6002 info@tranquilheartyoga.com

Voted among the top ten yoga studios in Houston last year, our amazing instructors draw from many traditions including Ashtanga Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Thai Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Forrest and the yogic and meditation traditions of Tibet. With this vast knowledge of the yoga tradition and the intrinsic understanding of the human body, our instructors will guide you through a practice that is not only physically challenging, but also mentally stimulating and emotionally uplifting.

Our dedication to help you become your best, spiritually, mentally and physically is what makes Tranquil Heart Yoga the premier Hatha Yoga studio of West Houston. We also offer Tai Chi and Qi Gong classes as well as massage and many other wellness modalities. We believe Yoga is for Every Body.

Come and find out for yourself!

THE WOMAN’S EARTH NURTURING STUDIO PRO DYNAMIC FITNESS KIDS YOGA 14520 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77079 713-909-5502

Join Melissa for a fun-filled kids yoga class! Through games and activities, we will breathe, move, sing, laugh, and play through postures. Tues./Thurs. 9:0010:00am, ages 3-5. Tues./Thurs. 5:30-6:30pm, ages 5-11. Sat. 9:00-10:00am, ages 5-11. Ages 3-5, and 5-11. Pro Dynamic Fitness, 14520 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77079. For more information, go to our website or call 713-909-5502.

2816 Isabella St. Houston, Texas 77004 832-899-4325 thewomansearthstudio.com

Our studio is a beautiful multilevel warm setting in a historic Houston area near the museum district.

The Woman’s Earth is a boutique spa and wellness center offering holistic services of massage, yoga, facial and meditation. Our yoga offerings include Vinyasa, Hatha, Kemetic, Prenatal and Mommy and Me. The heartbeat of our studio is partnering with woman-owned businesses to bring workshops, classes, retreats and events that exemplify our values Work, Elevate, Awaken, Renew, Teach and Heal in each experience so each guest leaves relaxed, inspired and rejuvenated. Call today. We look forward to nurturing you!

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YOGA FOR MENTAL & PHYSICAL HAPPINESS

FACILITATED BY LIN WEISS, Certified Yoga Therapist Integrative Hatha Yoga, Tuesdays @ 7:00pm Saturdays @ 9:30am Bellaire, Texas 713-858-8595 linweiss@earthlink.net conscioushealingnow.com

Lin Weiss is the founder/owner of Yoga for Mental & Physical Happiness. Her passion for yoga is evidenced by her warm & personable teaching style.

Small classes afford individual instruction for students of any level, making progress attainable & real. Lin loves helping students use yoga to find balance & overcome limitations. Her classes are at the same time energizing, & relaxing, as she focuses on creating a supportive & joyful environment for her students.

Private sessions available by appt.

YOGA TRAINING MINI YOGIS TEACHER TRAINING

14520 Memorial Dr. Houston, TX 77079 832-444-2800 http://miniyogis.com/houston-texas-october15-16-2016-foundation-teentween/

Focusing on kids ages three to sixteen, this twenty-hour course will give you all the tools you need to create your own yoga program for children, teens and tweens (and Yoga Alliance CEUs, too!). Through the use of themes, games, music, books, and other props, we will transform traditional practice into a creative, stimulating, and—most importantly—FUN yoga experience for kids. Saturday, October 15 & Sunday, October 16, 2016 8.00am – 7.00pm Saturday. Visit our website for more information or to register.

NURTURE SOUL THERAPEUTICS

200 hour & 300 hour Yoga Teacher Training 7062 Lakeview Haven Dr #100 Houston, TX 77095 281-674-YOGA NurtureSoul.com

Nurture Soul Therapeutics is the only RYS offering the 200-hour Integrative Yoga Teacher Training Program in Houston, TX. Along with offering Yoga classes with a focus on health and healing to the general public, graduates teach Yoga-based wellness programs in a wide variety of complementary settings including hospitals, businesses, and health care settings. This program is registered with the Yoga Alliance as a 200-hour Teacher Training certification program (RYT-200) and offers a strong foundation for Advanced Yoga Therapy Programs.

200 hr. Spring-2017 - Every other weekend (Jan-Jun)! Will be offered in Sugar Land at Ayush Wave. 300 hr. Coming on Fall-2017 - Week modules (Jul-Dec)! Will be offered in Copperfield at Nurture Soul. Registration is now open. Contact us TODAY!

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