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s a child growing up in a predominately Hindu home, attending pujas (celebratory gatherings in reverence to a specific deity) was a way of life. Having little understanding of the real meaning of these gatherings, I was instead captivated by the brilliant colors of the costumed dancers, adorned with ankle and wrist bracelets that made music with every movement of their bodies. These experiences marked the start of my love for the art of movement and cultural expression. In this issue of Natural Awakenings, we profile three of our community’s leading movers and shakers (literally) in Amy Paradysz’s “Cultural Movement: Maine’s Diversified Dance Scene on the Rise.” We look at belly dance, salsa, and West African dance, their origins, and how these forms are breathing new life in our state’s growing multicultural scene. If you’re interested in a challenging but less musical workout—or simply curious after seeing someone do a back flip off a tree in an urban area—read “Parkour Vision: Seeing Fitness Differently at Maine Warrior Gym.” Parkour definitely puts a new take on the idea of “creative movement.” Visitors to Maine don’t typically describe us as diverse. But for those of us who live here, it is apparent that there are changes happening, bringing forth new experiences with roots stemming from other parts of the globe. We have a vibrant yoga scene supported by the community, integrated health practices that implement eastern modalities alongside western, and, of course, our arts community creates bridges for that cultural exchange. There is a shift happening, and I welcome it with open arms.
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ptimal Self Community Health & Wellness Center in Portland is celebrating its 2-year anniversary with an open house 5-7 p.m. on February 5 (during Portland’s “First Friday”). Come explore the facility, meet the staff, and ask questions. A potluck dinner will follow at 7 p.m. Optimal Self helps individuals discover their highest potential through better fitness, health, and balance of mind, body & spirit. The Center offers a weight room, movement room, massage & energy work, personal training, yoga and fitness classes. “Optimal Self is different from other health clubs and gyms. There is no attitude and no intimidation factor because all members are equal, regardless of where we are on our journey,” said owner Eric Hilton. “We support each other and commit to do the best we can, and have fun while doing it.” Hilton is a former Army medic who served in the Special Forces and two tours in Iraq. After an IED hit his transport vehicle in Iraq, he found himself back home suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, a broken body, brain injury, and an alcohol problem. Through his own search for healing and self-fulfillment, Hilton envisioned a community-centered space for physical fitness, as well as mental & spiritual healing. His partner, Sandra Garfinkel, also has a military background in the U.S. Marine Corps and focuses on yoga at the Center. She has studied in India to become a yoga teacher and later broadened her qualifications in New York City at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. She has also received certification in Urban Zen Integrative Therapy, a revolutionary holistic treatment modality developed by Donna Karan. Both owners are also Reiki practitioners, and together have created a holistic space in the heart of Portland, along with a team of additional wellness practitioners and instructors.
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orgyn Danae, owner of Healing Oasis Fitness & Massage in Portland, is hosting two free introductory workshops for mothers looking to restore their health. Relief from Postnatal Hip/Lower Back Pain & Stiffness for Moms will address pelvic girdle pain with healing belly dance movements, corrective exercises, and breath work along with guided imagery for the pelvic floor, core, and stress reduction. Maximum of five participants. Tuesday, February 16, 9:30-10:45 a.m. Heal Your Body After Cesarean Birth will provide support and education for Cesarean recovery, which may include pain, incontinence, numbness around the incision scar, and trauma. This workshop will include a massage demonstration and instruction for Cesarean scar reduction, basic movements and exercises for recovery, and breath work and guided imagery. Maximum of six participants. Friday, February 19, 9:30-10:45 a.m. Note: All participants must be at least six weeks postpartum and have physician consent. Danae is a certified personal trainer and licensed massage therapist who offers customized pre- and postnatal support. Location: 12 Revere Street, Portland. For information and registration, call 828-216-8125 or e-mail morgyndanae@gmail.com.
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newsbriefs Explore ‘Orgasm for Two’ with SexAssembly Online Book Club
Share Energy and Balance the Chakras
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ara Fay and Lauren Woodward, of Stones and Stuff, are presenting a workshop called Energy Share on Sunday, February 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. This class will teach multiple modalities such as crystal healing, Reiki and sound healing in order to help balance the chakras. Participants are encouraged to relax, clear and engage in the energy share, and they will receive 20 minutes of table time. No experience is needed; all are welcome to attend this spiritual journey. Call or stop by the shop to pre-register. Cost: $20. For more information, visit StonesAndStuff.com or call 207-874-0789. Location: Stones and Stuff, 556 Congress St., Portland.
Organic Roots Salon and Day Spa Welcomes Massage Therapist Rachelle Gagné
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ex of Self, a partnership between sex educators Kellie Ryan and Dana Fadel, is offering its second SexAssembly online book group and related full-day workshop in the Portland area. The women’s-only book group is a five-week experience with an online forum for discussion and personal activities to facilitate shifts in attitude. The book for the session running February 16 through March 15 is “Orgasm for Two: The Joy of Partnersex” Betty Dodson, Ph.D., a follow-up to her book “Sex for One: The Joy of Self-Loving.” At the conclusion of the five weeks, Sex of Self will host a full-day workshop in March for women interested in talking about sexuality and sex. The workshop is not therapy but a time to express ideas, feelings, and experiences and to work on improving communication skills and building intimacy in relationship. Registration for the book club is $100; registration for both the book club and the workshop is $250. For more information, visit www.SexofSelf.com.
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icensed massage therapist Rachelle Gagné has joined the team at Organic Roots Salon and Day Spa in South Portland. Specializing in a range of modalities, from polarity therapy to Reiki energy work, Gagné is now accepting new clients and will be offering $20 off any service for first-time visitors. For more information, visit OrganicRootsMe.com. Call 207-691Rachelle Gagné 9099 or email rachellegagne24@gmail.com.
Mindful Bridges Offers Wrap-Around Services
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indful Bridges Outreach Program, based in Standish, offers integrative services and supports to schools, families and communities to help highly sensitive children and adults lead more peaceful and productive lives. The outreach program initially began in 2013 as the result of a collaboration between the Bridges Foundation and the Hunter School. At that time, Laurie Ferris was the Associate Director of the Hunter School, a therapeutic boarding school for highly sensitive children ages 5 to 15 years. One of the areas that was lacking in services was transitional support in the homes for children leaving the Hunter School and heading back to their families and home school districts. Gregg Alexis, director of the Bridges Foundation, began working with Ferris to develop a comprehensive collaboration of services designed to individually meet the needs of the children, families and school districts. When the Hunter School closed in June 2015, Alexis and Ferris joined together under the umbrella of the Bridges Foundation to create Mindful Bridges Outreach Services. Mindful Bridges provides education, training, support, respite, social and recreational opportunities. The team includes licensed clinical therapists, certified teachers, educational consultants, psychiatrists and energetic practitioners. For more information: call 207-595-0635 or e-mail gregg@thebridgesfoundation.org or laurie@thebridgesfoundation.org. Location: Optimal Self, 640 Congress Street, Porrtland. For more information, call 207-747-5919, e-mail optimalselfme@gmail.com or visit OptimalSelfME.com.
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‘Treat Your Sweet’ with Miss Moonmaker’s All-Natural Skin Products
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iss Moonmaker’s naturally and locally made bath fizzes and “Salve-ation� are not only available at Portland Food Co-op for Valentine’s Day gift shopping, there’s also a submission box February 5 through 13 for a chance to win a bath-and-body gift basket. Then, on the day before Valentine’s Day, Miss Moonmaker herself will be there from 2 to 4 p.m. with a demo table and a last chance to enter the drawing. Location: Portland Food Co-op, 290 Congress Street, Portland. For more information, call the Co-op at 207-805-1599 or visit MissMoonmaker.com.
The Clean Bedroom Improves Online Shopping Experience
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he Clean Bedroom recently unveiled its plans for 2016, including a newly revamped website. The fresh, clean-looking site (TheCleanBedroom.com) will be a responsive design to attract mobile shoppers, and will include a financing program to break purchases up into smaller, easier-to-afford installments. The Clean Bedroom has sleep showrooms in Kittery and Portland, Maine; Wellesley, Massachusetts; Greenwich, Connecticut; and Manhattan and Brooklyn, New York, where customers can test-drive (or test-nap) a clean, non-toxic, natural mattress. The company researches each mattress brand they recommend; in most cases, owners Chris Chamberlin and Ted Duquette have visited the factories to ensure the product meets or exceeds their high standards. For more information, visit TheCleanBedroom.com or a showroom near you. See ad, inside cover.
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pend an evening aligning the body with the Chakra Movement & Meditation workshop on Friday, February 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Portland. Join Erin Curren as she guides the class through simple movements and evocative music for each of the seven chakras. Following the movement portion, participants will be guided in mediation in stillness, using the sounds of crystal bowl tones composed specifically for each of the chakras. There will be time to reflect on the insights gained and an opportunity to take the practice deeper. Erin Curren is a certified Nia instructor who offers several classes in Southern Maine. Cost: $30 by February 7 or $40 after February 7. For more information, visit ErinCurren.com or email Erin@ErinCurren.com. Location: The Portland New Church, 302 Stevens Ave., Portland.
Get Certified in Reiki at Willard Beach Studio
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illard Beach Studio in South Portland is offering Reiki Level 1 training on Saturday, February 6 and Level 2 training on Saturday, March 26. This certification course is taught by Master Reiki Practitioner, Mercedes Foster. As a longtime student of yoga she finds Reiki gives a deeper meditation experience allowing space to be still and transform internal walls into paths. Reiki Level 1 is the foundation course to practicing Reiki, a form of therapy in which the practitioner is believed to channel energy into the patient to encourage healing or restore wellbeing. The Level 2 course will be hands-on and limited to six participants. Course registration is $150 for one level or $250 for both. A course manual is included. Each course runs from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information: www. WillardBeachStudio.com. The studio is at 382 Cottage Street, South Portland.
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urprise your sweetheart with the gift of relaxation. Enjoy a side-by-side 60-minute couples massage, aromatherapy foot soak and warming tea-time at Organic Roots Salon and Day Spa. This entire 90-minute package will leave you relaxed and revitalized! The cost for this package is $240. Stop by on February 8 or 10 with a friend and receive two manicures for just $40 with Monica Cooper or ask about the Valentine’s shampoo, blowout and style for $35. Add sun-kissed highlights for an additional $40. Location: 545 Westbrook Street, South Portland. For more information or to book an appointment: 207-799-2995 or email organicroots.me@gmail.com.
The Link between Digestion and the Nervous System
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ommunity herbalist Mischa Schuler is leading a two-part workshop on the extraordinary connection between our digestion and our nervous system Tuesdays, February 9 and 16 at Southern Maine Community College. She will discuss the ways digestion and the nervous system overlap, giving us insight into how we “digest” our experiences and understanding our feeling of either calm or agitation. Learn which herbs strengthen both body systems simultaneously and help us Cost: $65. When: Tuesdays, February 9 and 16, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Location: SMCC, South Portland. Sign up through Southern Maine Community College. For more information, visit WildCarrotHerbs.com or email Mischa Schuler at wildcarrotherbs@gmail.com.
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Bifidobacteria Probiotic Fends Off Colds and Flu
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n a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, researchers found that supplementing with bifidobacteria probiotics will reduce colds and flu. The study followed 581 college students for six weeks as they prepared for their final exams. During the study period, the students consumed a placebo or a daily supplement with one of three probiotics, including Bifidobacterium bifidum. The students given the bifidum supplement experienced significantly fewer cold or flu infections, and when they did succumb, the infection was generally less severe. The other probiotic supplements did not reduce colds or flu compared to the placebo for the six weeks.
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large study from the New York Medical College and the University of Massachusetts found that high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is linked to a greater risk of asthma and chronic bronchitis. The research included 2,801 people between the ages of 20 and 55 years old. The scientists utilized health data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey of 2003 to 2006 to compare people with a history of chronic bronchitis. The study measured the types of soft drinks consumed, eliminating risks related to known asthma relationships such as smoking. The researchers found those that drank five or more HFCS-containing sodas per week had an 80 percent increased incidence of chronic bronchitis. Greater intake of HFCS has also been linked with higher risk of other health conditions, including diabetes and obesity.
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s we age, our brains shrink, a condition linked to cognitive impairment. According to a study from Columbia University, a healthy diet can help reduce such occurrences. The researchers studied 674 adults with an average age of 80. They were divided into two groups, depending upon their diets, and given magnetic resonance imaging scans to measure total brain volume and thickness. It was found that those following diets that most closely resembled the Mediterranean diet—less meat and more vegetables and fish—had larger brain sizes with less shrinking. The researchers equated the average size difference between the groups to about five years of aging. Dr. Yian Gu, a neuropsychology professor at Columbia University, says, “This is another study consistent with previous studies that indicate the Mediterranean diet is an overall healthy diet.”
Olive Oil Compound Kills Cancer Cells
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esearchers from Rutgers University have found that an ingredient in olive oil will kill cancer cells in under an hour. The researchers tested a compound called oleocanthal, a central component of extra virgin olive oil, and found that it caused the premature death of cancer cells in the laboratory by puncturing cancer cell vesicles, called lysosomes. “We needed to determine if oleocanthal was targeting that protein and causing the cells to die,” says Paul Breslin, Ph.D., a professor of nutritional sciences in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers and co-author of the study, published in Molecular and Cellular Oncology. The research also found that the olive oil compound didn’t damage healthy cells. Breslin states that the compound merely “put them to sleep” for a day, after which they resumed their normal, healthy functioning. Senior author David Foster, Ph.D., of Hunter College, points out that additional studies are necessary to determine if the compound halts tumor growth. “We also need to understand why it is that cancerous cells are more sensitive to oleocanthal than noncancerous cells,” he says.
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globalbriefs News and resources to inspire concerned citizens to work together in building a healthier, stronger society that benefits all.
Green Goalposts Super Bowl Eco-Stadium Gains National Spotlight The 50th Super Bowl will take place February 7 at the brandnew Levi’s Stadium, in Santa Clara, outside San Francisco, and the anniversary isn’t the only thing that’s historic. As part of a trend toward sustainability in athletic facilities, it’s the greenest and most technologically advanced professional football stadium in the U.S. The structure is designed to support sustainability, located on a site with accessible public transportation plus a bike path to encourage fans to pedal to and from games. Its predominantly open and airy, environmentally friendly building plan also takes advantage of the Silicon Valley climate. One outstanding feature is the green roof atop the suite tower on the west side of the stadium. Another is the three solar bridges connecting the main parking area to the stadium that generate energy from hundreds of solar panels. All of the wood used was repurposed from a local airplane hangar at Moffett Field, in Mountain View, California, and other reclaimed building products were used where possible. Reclaimed water sources serve potable and non-potable uses, including playing field irrigation. The local suppliers providing farm-to-table food menus also are required to practice composting and recycling to the greatest extent possible. For more information, visit LevisStadium.com.
Nice Spice McCormick Going Non-GMO McCormick, the world’s largest spice company, plans to eliminate almost all genetically modified (GMO) ingredients from their product line by 2016. In response to increased consumer demand for healthier options, 80 percent of its overall gourmet herb and spice business in the U.S. will be both organic and non-GMO by 2016, as well as all McCormick-branded herbs, spices and extracts sold in the U.S. They will voluntarily label the updated products to inform consumers as part of a commitment to transparency and consumer education. The first product introduced, a non-GMO vanilla extract, is already available. McCormick also uses steam treatments in its processing to preserve the health benefits of spices instead of the ionizing irradiation used by competitors. Although food radiation is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, some studies link it to significant health problems. “Our consumers are increasingly interested in quality flavors with pure ingredients in their food,” says McCormick President and Chief Operating Officer Lawrence Kurzius. “Our efforts prove that we are listening to consumers and are committed to continuing to evolve.”
Ocean Wear Adidas Using Plastic Ocean Debris to Make Shoes Athletic shoemaker Adidas has teamed up with New Yorkbased Parley for the Oceans, a multidisciplinary organization with a passion for protecting the oceans, to make footwear out of garbage. Available soon, the soft upper part of the shoe is knitted entirely from waste and debris pulled from the ocean, including yarn and fibers—just some of the estimated 5.25 trillion pieces of trash in the sea. With no extra material left over, nothing goes to waste; the shoes also incorporate illegal fishing nets taken from poachers. Adidas executive Eric Liedtke suggests the technology could move beyond shoes and find its way to T-shirts, shorts and other apparel. A full line of similar consumer-ready products will be integrated into the Adidas line this year. The larger issue goes beyond recycling and repurposing to avoid waste altogether. Plastic takes more than 450 years to decompose, so conservationists and researchers at Parley for the Oceans hope to re-imagine plastics by designing a renewable solution. In cleaning up our oceans, we protect ecosystems, food sources, jobs and local economies. Source: Upworthy
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What Is POLARITY THERAPY? Terry Lynn Smith, Energy Practitioner
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olarity therapy is based on the concept that energy flow is the foundation of good health. More specifically, polarity therapy is a holistic and transformational healing system founded by Dr. Randolph Stone in the late 1940s. Dr. Stone was an open-minded and vigorous seeker of knowledge who traveled widely collecting health ideas from around the world. By 1954, Dr. Stone, acclaimed as the “father of energy medicine,” had written the seven books on which
polarity therapy is based. His teachings integrate modern medical ideas with the ancient healing arts of Ayurveda (“Science of Life”) from India and Oriental medicine from China. The goal of polarity therapy is to restore harmony to the whole person—body, emotions, mind and spirit. He believed that life was much more than chemistry and biophysics and that healing was more than the removal of symptoms; a person’s emotional state and thought processes must be taken into account. “Equilibrium, as balanced energy flow, is the secret to well-being.” –Dr. Randolph Stone The human body has an energy matrix that underpins what we perceive as physical form. Similar to a magnet, it has positive, negative and neutral poles with currents that flow through them. Subtle electromagnetic fields are present in every cell, tissue and organ, and these electromagnetic fields organize, stimulate and sustain all living things. When energetic pathways are blocked, imbalances appear in the form of emotional distress, physical pain, and disease. These are the principles of polarity therapy. Polarity therapy techniques employ the currents and poles that naturally flow through our hands. Using various forms of conscious touch, gentle rocking motions and caring intention, energy is polarized and congestion is released. Polarity is both a preventative therapy and aids in healing specific conditions. Continued sessions provide the space for maintaining energetic balance, boosting the body’s innate healing abilities, and increasing the awareness for continued personal growth and transformation. This new awareness becomes the catalyst for positive change. Polarity therapy is a very comprehensive system following universal laws and cycles, and it may involve energetic bodywork, polarity yoga, Ayurvedic nutrition and counseling. Instruction requires study of advanced anatomy and physiology, business, and clinical practice. When choosing a polarity therapist, here’s the key to understanding their credentials. Polarity therapists have educational requirements and designations: An Associate Polarity Practitioner (APP) has 120 hours of polarity theory and basic training; a Registered Polarity Practitioner (RPP) has 660 hours of advanced training; and a Board Certified Polarity Practitioner (BCPP) also has been tested by a national board. Terry Lynn Smith, BCPP, has passed national board testing and is a graduate of Spa Tech Institute in Westbrook, where she studied Advanced Polarity Therapy, Anatomy & Physiology, and Business. She is board certified in polarity therapy, certified in Advanced Integrated Energy Therapy and Reiki, and a member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP). Her practice is based in Brunswick. For more information: www.holisticenergies.abmp.com. Phone: 207-632-2682. natural awakenings
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CULTURAL MOVEMENT: Maine’s Diversified Dance Scene On the Rise by Amy Paradysz
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s a serious American ballet dancer of SwedishScottish descent, Rosa Noreen didn’t grow up in the culture of belly dance. But when she was 16, an injury forced her to give up the dance career she had envisioned. “Then, after college, I was driving down Forest Avenue, I stopped at a stoplight, and I saw a belly dance class through a window,” Noreen said. “They had long skirts and sparkly hip scarves, and it was women of all s ages enjoying movement and dance. And I wanted that. I wanted in.” After falling in love with ballet and having to give it up, finding belly dance 12-years ago was not only a joy but also liberating. “In belly dance, we embrace the jiggle,” Noreen said. “Instead of holding it in, we let our bodies be what they are.” Today, Noreen’s life is filled with belly dance—teaching at Bright Star World Dance, the studio she founded in Portland; attending and teaching at festivals all a over the country; and filming ins instructional videos (look for her on Amazon.com). In Maine, Noreen says, “Belly dance is surprisingly popular.” In fact, she’s one of three belly dance instructors at Bright Star, which specializes in “dance classes for grown-ups.” Belly dance can be both a workout and a cultural experience, both a social outlet and a confidence builder. “It’s about strengthening the core to be able to move different parts of your body separately and together,” Noreen said. “The goal is becoming strong in your body and also strong in your body image. It’s great for developing strong 12
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legs and a strong core, flexibility and fluidity in your movements, and for posture.” Noreen made two trips to Egypt in the past year and was able to attend a 10-day belly dance workshop there with instructors from Egypt, Russia, and the United States. She was also able to find some truly authentic designermade costumes and even have a piece of music made especially for her latest instructional video, “A Dancer’s Hands and Arms.” “You can’t divorce the cultural element from the dance,” she said, explaining that there are different styles in Turkey, Lebanon and Eygpt. “It’s important to understand people from all over the world. A wonderful window to any culture is through music and dance.” For more information: www.BrightStarWorldDance. com. The studio is at 108 High Street in Portland at the corner of Spring and High Streets, on the third floor, above the Little Tap House.
Salsa: Vanessa Gutierrez Vanessa Gutierrez of Alma Cubana Dance in Portland grew up with salsa music and doesn’t remember a time when it didn’t make her want to move her body. “My dad’s side of the family is Cuban,” she said, explaining that her formal salsa instruction started 11-years ago. “Dance unites people,” Gutierrez said, talking about how her students at Aquarius Ballroom in Portland include doctors and lawyers, artists and entrepreneurs—people from all walks of life. “I love sharing it with people, because it is a social dance,” she said. “You get to meet people. You meet the real person and share a little bit about yourself for that moment.” And, of course, it’s good exercise.
“Unlike exercises you might do at a gym, salsa works a multitude of joints and muscles at the same time, and it changes with different variations,� Gutierrez said. “And dancing is good for the brain, because you’re constantly learning something new.� Gutierrez teaches group and private lessons for both men and women and leads a performance team. A new student salsa team is preparing to start performing late spring. But many people enjoy salsa dance more for a social outlet than as performers. Salsa is becoming popular enough in Southern Maine (and Portsmouth, N.H.) that Gutierrez is working on establishing a regular salsa night at a dance club in Portland. “With any dance form, you can constantly perfect it,� she said. “But you can get a good set of basics and go out and lead someone on the dance floor in 3 to 6 months.� Fore more information: www. almacubanadance.com/. Most classes are at Aquarius Ballroom, 62 Forest Ave., Portland.
West African Inspired Dance: Marita Kennedy-Castro Marita Kennedy-Castro was active in the West African dance community in Vermont, t, where she earned a degree in Dance and Performing erforming Arts for Healing and Social Change from rom Goddard College. When she moved to Portland ortland in 2004 and couldn’t find similar classes, sses, she connected with a group of trained drummers ummers and started teaching. “It’s a strong, graceful, and energetic getic dance, which celebrates our connection ion to one another, life’s passages, and our relationship ionship with the earth,� Kennedy-Castro said.. “I
feel it’s good for the spirit.� She teaches beginner classes on Tuesday nights at Portland New Church and all-levels classes on Thursday nights at Maine Ballroom Dance. On a typical Thursday, the live drumming beckons students in from the street and inspires even the passersby. “What makes this unique and special is the live drumming,� Kennedy-Castro said. “In Guinea they refer to the exchange between the drummer and dancer as a ‘call and response.’ The call is metaphorical, but it’s an energetic exchange. It’s a living relationship. The lead drummer is responding to the movement of the dancers, and vice versa.� Kennedy-Castro’s classes focus on the same dance for a month at a time so that those who come regularly can become comfortable with the moves and simply feel the joy in their bodies. “Some people sa say it is their weekly therapy,� KennedyCastro said. “Som “Some just come for the workout. It’s a very open and welcoming atmosphere, based in community and the belief that dance is for all bodies, all people. It is a cardio-style dance, but the beginners’ class is less intense. Both classes are accessible.� In 20 2012, Kennedy-Castro traveled to Guinea, West Africa, to study dance intensively, building o on 16 years of study and technique she sha shares with her local students. Interestingly, most of the African community members in Southern Maine are from eastern Africa or the Sudan. West African Dance is “very different� from the sty styles of these countries, Kennedy-Castro said, refe referencing the myriad styles of music and dance from the African diaspora. For more information: www.EmbodyTheRhythm.com
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for the planet,” says food writer Maria Speck, of Cambridge, Massachusetts, author of Ancient Grains for Modern Meals and Simply Ancient Grains. “But that may be too simplistic, a characteristic of many diet trends.”
Better for Our Health Whole grains fill us up and provide fiber, both necessary for maintaining optimum digestion and weight, says Kathleen Barnes, a widely published natural health expert in Brevard, North Carolina. Eating more whole grains has been previously associated with a lower risk of major diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, based on studies by the University of Minnesota and Lund University, in Sweden. Qi Sun, assistant professor in the Harvard School of Public Health department of nutrition, agrees
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that whole grains are one of the major healthful foods for prevention of major chronic diseases. He’s the lead author of a new Harvard study of data associating consumption of whole grains with a 9 percent reduction in overall mortality and up to 15 percent fewer cardiovascular fatalities during two 25-yearlong research initiatives that followed 74,000 woman and 43,000 men. The researchers cited substituting whole grains for refined grains and red meat as likely contributors to longer life. “Whole grains are nutritional powerhouses, packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, beneficial fiber and even some protein,” observes Speck. With a German father and a Greek mother, she grew up in two cultures where grains are a part of everyday meals. “We eat them because they taste good.”
Better for Local Farmers Sourcing and eating more organic and GMO-free whole grains (absent modified genetics) can help support local farmers, Speck maintains. Choose barley from Four Star Farms, in Massachusetts; heirloom grits from Anson Mills, in South Carolina; quinoa from White Mountain Farm, in Colorado; or heirloom Japanese rice from Koda Farms, in California.
Better for the Planet Ancient grains require fewer natural resources to plant, grow and harvest. According to the Water Footprint Network, a pound of beef, millet and rice require 1,851, 568 and 300 gallons of water, respectively, to produce. Substituting grains in diets is a sustainable alternative to meat, and they grow on grasslands that now inefficiently support livestock. According to University of Cambridge Professor of Engineering David MacKay, it takes about 25 times more energy to produce one calorie of beef than one calorie of natural grain. Ancient grains can add variety and flavor to meals and a wealth of them are as close as the gluten-free aisle of a neighborhood grocery or health food store. Judith Fertig blogs at AlfrescoFood AndLifestyle.blogspot.com from Overland Park, KS.
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Quinoa. Grown at high altitudes, quinoa has become a popular addition to salads or yogurt, as well as its own side dish. Millet. A tiny, drought-tolerant grain, millet can be added to bread dough for texture or cooked as a healthy breakfast with toasted almonds and cardamom. Teff. From Ethiopia, the flour of this tiny grain is fermented and used to make the flatbread known as injera. Try a teff waffle with caramelized pineapple. Source: Adapted from Simply Ancient Grains by Maria Speck.
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ecstatic dance to somatic movement therapy. Commonalities include body awareness, barefoot movement, inspiring global music and minimal structure facilitated by leaders. With 1,000 DFA studio locations, many are finding the power of conscious dance suits their search for movement with purpose beyond improved fitness as it’s practiced in drug- and alcohol-free club-style events and ecstatic dance experiences, as well as dance fitness programs. “It’s about honoring body intelligence and paying attention to the body and mind-body connection,” says Metz. “The modalities mentioned most often are 5Rhythms, Soul Motion, Open Floor, JourneyDance, and the Nia Technique,” says Metz. A brief look at three of them shows how each has its own style.
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A growing tribe of movers and shakers are discovering and unleashing their power in conscious dance, a combination of moving meditation, soul-stirring music, self-expression and sweat.
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In St. Petersburg, Florida, 22 women have gathered to seek the bliss promised by 5Rhythms, one of the original conscious dance forms, founded by the late Gabrielle Roth. “Find your flow. Feel your connection to the Earth through your feet and release your head,” guides facilitator Amber Ryan, of New York City, who travels the world for dance sessions. “Use your body as a gateway into the now.” For two hours, dancers move freely and individually, swaying, sensing and interacting in an experience called “the wave”, intended to move energy through the body, release emotions and heal the psyche. It’s based on Roth’s premise that, “Each of us is a moving center, a space of divine mystery. Though we spend most of our time on the surface in daily
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JourneyDance Toni Bergins, from the Massachusetts Berkshires, is a frequent presenter at the Kripalu Center and Omega Institute for Holistic Studies. After years of studying and teaching movement, drama, creative visualization and gestalt techniques, she combined them in creating JourneyDance. More than 400 trained facilitators now offer it in 60- or 90-minute classes worldwide based on the philosophy, “Move into a new story!� Every class includes visualization, creative movement, affirmations and evocative music, all working together to release emotions and connect with spirit. “You learn to love your body, expand your emotional intelligence, clear your mind and connect with your inner source,� explains Bergins. “You express yourself, infuse life with creativity and connect with a dancing community.� Participants engage in a ritual journey of physical transformation, cleansing the body through breath,
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Nia Technique For those that prefer more structure, the Nia Technique is the original barefoot mind-body-spirit fitness practice, activating sensation and awareness in a workout adaptable for everybody. More than 2,600 instructors in 51 countries offer 60-minute classes where enthusiasts move the way the body is built to move, reaping cardiovascular fitness and therapeutic benefits while having joyful fun. Dancers, guided by instructor’s moves, feel the rhythm of the music and ground themselves in spirit, equipping themselves to take the selfhealing experience into everyday life. “Nia has always blended form and freedom,� says Debbie Rosas, of Portland, Oregon, co-founder and creator of the technique. “We are now introducing new FreeDance classes to bring what we have learned through Nia to embody consciousness in new ways, conditioning the whole body and nervous system. It’s an invitation to move in free, unbound, unstructured ways to offset the tendency we have to move less as we age.� Dancers move to music designed to animate each chakra through an eight-stage process via a Nia DJ. They’re guided to listen to body feedback through sensation, release emotions
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Dance Sites DanceFirst.com 5Rhythms.com JourneyDance.com NiaNow.com OneDanceTribe.com OpenFloor.org SoulMotion.com and relish being in the present moment. “Regardless of how you act, dress or think, the way you feel inside reveals the most accurate truth of oneself and this is reflected in dance,� says Rosas. “Moving without interference allows your unconscious creative self to shine. You can connect to the sacred artist within; the one that holds a palette with endless colors, shapes and possibilities.� She sees life as ultimately a free-style dance into the self that supports a philosophy of “Love your body, love your life�. “Dance is in everyone’s family tree, a universal message,� says Metz. “In conscious dance, you disconnect from gadgets and reconnect with yourself and others around you. People need that.� Gail Condrick is a Nia faculty member, retreat leader and archetypal soul coach in Sarasota, FL. Connect at GaelaVisions.com.
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he focus of functional medicine— whole person health care—easily expands to include dentists trained in oral systemic health. Currently embraced by a small percentage of today’s farsighted dentists and doctors, this relatively new field of prevention and wellness views the mouth as a key portal when considering the status of the whole body. Similar to the way doctors of Oriental medicine assess the heart’s pulse to help diagnose health issues throughout the body, these systemic health dentists consider the gums, tongue, teeth and throat to be key signals of overall health. American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH) Executive Director Bobbie Delsasso was a periodontal hygienist for more than 30 years before becoming a consultant and public speaker on the larger perspective. “I taught patients about the importance of good nutrition and alerted them to consult their physician regarding what their mouth health might indicate about their body’s health,” she says. While the academy educates dental professionals to understand the internal workings of nutrition and what the mouth
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Cardiovascular Health Links Beyond nutrition, academy curricula for dentists now include such titles as Arteriology and Vascular Inflammation – The Oral/Systemic Connection, based on a course designed for
medical professionals by physician Bradley Bale and Amy Doneen, an advanced registered nurse practitioner, co-founders of the Bale/Doneen Method for the prevention of heart attack, stroke and diabetes. Mike Milligan, a doctor of dental medicine, founder of Eastland Dental Center, in Bloomington, Illinois, and AAOSH president, explains that heart attack and stroke are triggered by an inflammatory process which can be initiated or exacerbated by periodontal disease and abscessed teeth. Thomas Nabors, a doctor of dental surgery and an authority in molecular analysis and genetic risk assessment for periodontal diseases, provides clinical proof that supports the growing association between medicine and dentistry. “Since our inaugural AAOSH conference [in 2010], Bradley, Amy and Tom have continued to provide the current science and clinical backdrop to the oral/systemic connection to cardiovascular wellness,” says Milligan.
Respiratory Health Links Other vital advances in oral systemic health involve treating airway concerns such as snoring and sleep apnea. “Snoring is typically caused by muscles and tissues relaxing in the throat and mouth, resulting in decreased space in the airway passage and vibration of tissues. Eventually, individuals can develop sleep apnea, which can also result in hypertension and other problems,” advises Milligan. In sleep apnea, the sleeper’s breathing pauses often or produces hypopnea, slowed or shallow breathing for 10 or more seconds at a time. Fewer than five episodes per hour is normal, with five to 15 considered mild apnea, 15 to 30 moderate and more than 30 severe. Although 20 percent of Americans may have sleep apnea—typically associated with insomnia, tiredness and less oxygen in the body—95 percent of affected individuals go undiagnosed. To help, Milligan suggests that before going to bed we lower the thermostat in the bedroom and avoid drinking alcohol, smoking, watching television or working on a computer.
Improved breathing helps assuage snoring, sleep apnea, asthma, hay fever and nasal congestion. Milligan cites Patrick McKeown’s work, explained in his book The Oxygen Advantage. An authority on the Buteyko Breathing Method, McKeown explains how improved breathing dramatically improves oxygenation, releases more energy and supports lifelong health and well-being. Muscle retraining using orofacial myofunctional therapy can help prevent sleep apnea and also abate temporomandibular joint disorders. This new field is concerned with orofacial functional patterns and postures when teeth are apart, their status 95 percent of each day and night. It also retrains muscles to keep the tongue at the roof of the mouth and the lips together to prevent breathing through the mouth, correct swallowing function and eliminate poor oral habits such as thumb sucking. Three mechanical treatments for sleep apnea include mandibular advancement oral devices used to move the lower jaw forward, a continuous positive airway pressure machine to aid airway functioning, or surgery, which is the last resort. “The real opportunity for catching and preventing this is with children 5 to 10 years old, when their jaws are developing,” says Milligan. He further cites links discovered between the mouth and brain. “Oral spirochetes, which normally live in the mouth, have been found in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. Dr. Judith Miklossy, from the International Association for Alzheimer’s, spoke at an AAOSH conference about the link between oral bacteria and dementia, and Garth Ehrlich, Ph.D., professor of microbiology, immunology and otolaryngology at Drexel University College of Medicine, addressed rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of cancers. All of these links are more than enough reasons why good oral hygiene is essential to good health,” says Milligan. Linda Sechrist is a senior staff writer for Natural Awakenings. Connect at ItsAllAboutWe.com.
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Parkour classes meet three times a week at Maine Warrior Gym, a facility full of the sorts of challenges seen on the “American Ninja Warrior� show on NBC. “We’re the first of its kind in Maine,� Rubenstein said. “Parkour was originally about getting from point A to point B in an efficient manner, like jumping from one building to another when they’re close together,� Rubenstein explained. “But then freerunning is added into that, which is adding a little flair, a little pizzazz.�
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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1 Classic Nia with Erin – Feb 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29. 6:30pm. NIA is non-impact, gentle on the joints, provides great cardio and is suitable for all fitness levels and ages. Members and non-members welcome. $15/drop-in. Women’s Fitness Studio and Spa, 21 Stanwood St, Brunswick. ErinCurren.com.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2 Classic Nia with Erin – Feb 2, 9, 16 & 23. 4:105:10pm. Join Erin in the spacious, natural light-filled Activity Room. Register online and save money, or $10/drop-in. Cape Community Center, 343 Ocean House Ave, Cape Elizabeth. Erin@ErinCurren.com. ErinCurren.com. Personalized Therapeutic Movement – Feb 2, 9, 16 & 23. 5:30-6:45pm. This 6-week class targets your needs specifically to decrease pain, recover from injury and improve mobility. A maximum of 4 students means a lot of direct support. New session begins Feb 16. Pre-registration only. $150/series. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org. Art & Practice of Meditation – Feb 2, 9, 16 & 23. 7-8:15pm. This 12-week class will teach how to develop a regular personal meditation practice. Includes knowledge and skills for quieting the body, mind, breath and more. Drop-ins welcome if space available. $144/series. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org.
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Pure Ease Yoga Classes – Feb 4, 11, 18 & 25. 6:308pm. Reduce pain, improve flexibility, enhance strength and stability. Mixed levels. Registration required. $180/12 classes. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5 Classic Nia with Erin – Feb 5, 12, 19 & 26. 8am. See Feb 1 listing. $15/drop-in. Women’s Fitness Studio and Spa, 21 Stanwood St, Brunswick. 207729-5544. ErinCurren.com. WFS-Spa.com.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Kennebunk WinterFest 2016 – Times vary. Enjoy activities like ice skating party, fire baton twirling, book sale, horse and wagon rides, demonstrations, soup contest, crafts, food, music and more. Prices vary. Various locations, Kennebunk. KennebunkMaine.us. Classic Nia with Erin – Feb 6, 13, 20 & 27. 9:2010:20am. See Feb 1 listing. $10/class card; $14/ drop-in. Dance/Fitness Studio, Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St, Westbrook. Erin@ ErinCurren.com. ErinCurren.com.
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markyourcalendar SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Energy Share – 5-7pm. Relax, clear and participate in the energy share. Multiple modalities will be learned including crystal healing, reiki and sound healing to balance the Chakras. Each participant will have 20 minutes of table time. Call or stop by to pre-register. $20. Stones and Stuff, 556 Congress St, Portland. 207-874-0789. StonesAndStuff.com.
Udderly Amazing Cows – Feb 3, 9 & 18. 1011:30am. Try milking a cow, explore the diary barns, learn about Holstein cows and how we care for them. $5. Pineland Farms, 15 Farm View Dr, New Gloucester. 207-650-3031. PineLandFarms.org.
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Personalized Therapeutic Movement – Feb 3, 10, 17 & 24. 10-11:15am. See Feb 2 listing. New session begins Feb 24. $150/series. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org.
Therapeutic Touch Energy Healing – 12-4pm. Jane will assess, smooth and boost your energy for health and healing. $45/30-min; $75/1hr. Leapin Lizards, 449 Forest Ave, Portland. 207-221-2363. JJacobs1@Maine.rr.com. LeapinLizards.biz.
Classic Nia with Erin – Feb 3, 10, 17 & 24. 4pm. See Feb 1 listing. $50/session. Healthy Living Resource Center, MaineGeneral Health, 35 Medical Center Parkway, Augusta. 207-6261000. Erin@ErinCurren.com. ErinCurren.com.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4 Personalized Therapeutic Movement – Feb 4, 11, 18 & 25. 9-10:15am. See Feb 2 listing. New session begins Feb 18. $150/series. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org. Classic Nia with Erin – Feb 4, 11, 18 & 25. 4:105:10pm. See Feb 2 listing. Register online and save money, or $10/drop-in. Cape Community Center, 343 Ocean House Ave, Cape Elizabeth. Erin@ ErinCurren.com. ErinCurren.com.
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markyourcalendar TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Digestion and Your Nervous System – Feb 9 & 16. 6-8:30pm. Discover the connection between the digestion and nervous system, and how they may be a clue to our experience of either calm or agitation. Learn the herbs that can strengthen both body systems simultaneously. Contact Mischa Schuler to RSVP or sign up through SMCC. $65. SMCC, 2 Fort Rd, South Portland. 207-274-3242. WildCarrotHerbs.com. SMCCME.edu/Business-aCommunity/Continuing-Studies.html.
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Winter Walker Wednesdays – Feb 10 & 24. 121:30pm. Wander along the snow-covered trails with education associate, Kate Reichert. Snowshoes available for rental. Free. Wells Reserve & Laudholm Trust, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd, Wells. 207-646-1555. WellsReserve.org.
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markyourcalendar THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Herbal Aphrodisiacs – 5:30-6:30pm. Join us for a juicy and delicious hour tasting and discuss fun ways to enhance sensuality this Valentine’s Day weekend. Please contact Mischa to register. $15. Sage Wellness, 980 Forest Ave, Portland. 207-2743242. WildCarrotHerbs.com. Reiki Share with Rich Brobst – 6-8pm. Feel refreshed in the light energy of spirit where everyone can share Reiki energy. All are welcome from explorers to experts to observers. $5. Leapin Lizards, 123 Main Street, Freeport. 207-865-0900. LeapinLizards.biz.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Biddeford WinterFest 2016 – Feb 12-14. Times vary. Enjoy activities like sledding, races, skating, movie viewing, ice hockey game, dancing, food, games, music and more. Prices vary. Various locations, Biddeford. HeartOfBiddeford.org. Chakra Movement & Meditation – 5:30-7:30pm. Explore the seven chakras through simple movements and evocative music followed by guided mediation in stillness, using the sounds of crystal bowl tones, specifically composed for each of the chakras. $30/by Feb 7; $40/after Feb 7. The Portland New Church, 302 Stevens Ave, Portland. ErinCurren.com. Learn Reiki Level I – 5:30-8:00pm. This healing technique allows one to tap into their life force energy to improve health and enhance life. Includes booklet, certificate and attunement. $75. Spiritual Renaissance Center, 884 Broadway, South Portland. Marci: 239-595-2695. CrystalClearVibrations.org.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 26th Annual Maine Home Show – Feb 13-14. 10am-6pm, Sat; 10am-4pm, Sun. Over 180 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for your home. $8/adults, $6/seniors, $5/ages 6-16, free/ under 6. Cross Insurance Arena, 1 Civic Center Sq, Portland. Maine.NewEnglandExpos.com. Winter Carnival – 10am-2pm. Join us for a fun day of outdoor exploration and hands-on activities for all ages. Includes a scavenger hunt, story walk, snow science station, giant snow shelter, arts & crafts and more. Free/members; $7/nonmembers. Gilsland Farm, 20 Gilsland Farm Rd, Falmouth. 207-883-5100. MaineAudubon.org.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Luv Me 5K – 10-11am. Participate in a race that travels through Rockport followed by free pizza,
raffles and the use of the pool, sauna and gym at the resort. $18. Samoset Resort, 220 Warrenton St, Rockport. RunSignUp.com. Reiki Level 2 Attunement with Sara Fay – 10am-1pm. A level 2 attunement gives you the ability to share reiki with others, send distance healing and program objects. Leave with a Level 2 certification. Must be Reiki Level 1 Attuned. Call or stop by to pre-register. $150. Stones and Stuff, 556 Congress St, Portland. 207-874-0789. StonesAndStuff.com.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Sparks’ Ark – 1-2pm. Meet Josh Sparks of Sparks’ Ark and the array of wild animals he rehabilitates. $5. Pineland Farms, 15 Farm View Dr, New Gloucester. 207-650-3031. PineLandFarms.org.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 February Vacation Camp – Feb 16-19. 9am-3pm. Grades K-5. A new theme will be introduced each day through cooperative games, scientific examination and creative arts exploration. Child members: $60/day, $220/wk; Child nonmembers: $75/ day, $280/wk. Gilsland Farm, 20 Gilsland Farm Rd, Falmouth. 207-883-5100. MaineAudubon.org. Snow Survivors Camp – 9am-3pm. Ages 7-12. Learn the survival strategies of Maine’s winter wildlife and borrow some of their secrets as we explore in the snow. Registration required. $40/ members, $50/nonmembers. Wells Reserve & Laudholm Trust, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd, Wells. 207-646-1555. WellsReserve.org. Digestion and Your Nervous System – 6-8:30pm. See Feb 9 listing. SMCC, 2 Fort Rd, South Portland. 207-274-3242. WildCarrotHerbs. com. SMCCME.edu/Business-a-Community/ Continuing-Studies.html.
markyourcalendar TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Relief from Postnatal Hip/Lower Back Pain & Stiffness for Moms – 9:30-10:45am. This class will address these issues and pelvic girdle pain with healing belly dance movements, corrective exercises, and breath work/guided imagery to also address pelvic floor, core, and stress reduction. Free. Healing Oasis Fitness & Massage Wellness Studio, 12 Revere St, Portland. 828-216-8125. MorgynDanae@gmail.com.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 Ocean Explorers Camp – 9am-3pm. Ages 7-12. Become a seaside scientist at the beach, meet live horseshoe crabs, and take home a glowing deep-sea swimmer. Registration required. $40/members, $50/ nonmembers. Wells Reserve & Laudholm Trust, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd, Wells. 207-646-1555. WellsReserve.org. Chatty Chickens – Feb 17, 20, 23 & 25. 1011:30am. Meet our chickens, and learn how to feed and care for them. $5. Pineland Farms, 15 Farm View Dr, New Gloucester. 207-650-3031. PineLandFarms.org.
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Spoon Bending – 1:30-3:30pm. Changing physical reality with your mind is an actual manifestation of what you can do with your intention. Bending a spoon will show how powerful your thoughts are. Learn why prayer work, how distance Reiki works and more. $25. Midcoast Massage & Reiki Center, 103 Harpswell Rd, Route 123, Brunswick. 207-7127936. Mary.Maverick@gmail.com.
Winter Wildlife Day & Snow Day – 10am-2pm. Enjoy family fun with live animal presentations, guided walks, crafts and more. Free. Wells Reserve & Laudholm Trust, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd, Wells. 207-646-1555. WellsReserve.org.
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Learn Reiki Level I – 5:30-8:00pm. See Feb 12 listing. Spiritual Renaissance Center, 884 Broadway, South Portland. Marci: 239-595-2695. CrystalClearVibrations.org.
The Longfellow February Frostbite 2.5K Road Race – 9am. Participate in a winter race throughout the heart of downtown Portland. Pre and post race at the school. Lincoln Park to start and finish. $17-$20. Portland Boys and Girls Club, 277 Cumberland Ave, Portland. LongfellowChorus.com.
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4th Annual Ice Festival of Lewiston/Auburn – Feb 19-21. Times vary. Celebrate winter’s beauty with over a dozen free standing ice sculptures, food, music and fun. Ticket prices vary. Fountain Park, 150 Mill St, Lewiston. IceFestLA.com. Flavors of Freeport – Feb 19-20. 5-9pm, Fri; 5-8pm, Sat. Ages 21+. Enjoy two premiere events, the Chef’s Signature Series and the Flavors Ice Bar. $25/per event. Hilton Garden Inn, 5 Park St, Freeport. FreeportUSA.com.
markyourcalendar FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Heal Your Body After Cesarean Birth – 9:3010:45am. Get support and education for Cesarean recovery including pain, incontinence, numbness around the incision scar and trauma. There will be a massage demonstration/instruction for cesarean scar reduction massage with a practice option, basic movements/exercises for recovery and breath work/guided imagery. Must be minimum 6 weeks postpartum and have physician consent. Free. Healing Oasis Fitness & Massage Wellness Studio, 12 Revere St, Portland. 828-216-8125. MorgynDanae@gmail.com. Live Wildlife Show – 10:30-11:30am. Come see the furry and feathered guests that we work to protect. $10/members; $10-$15/nonmembers. Gilsland Farm, 20 Gilsland Farm Rd, Falmouth. 207-8835100. MaineAudubon.org.
Therapeutic Touch Energy Healing – 12-4pm. See Feb 8 listing. Leapin Lizards, 449 Forest Ave, Portland. 207-221-2363. JJacobs1@Maine.rr.com. LeapinLizards.biz. Energy Talk – 6-7pm. Everyone has the innate ability to connect with their spirit and higher self through healing. Ask the Stones and Stuff Goddesses your burning questions about metaphysical modalities. Call or stop by to pre-register. $10. Stones and Stuff, 556 Congress St, Portland. 207-874-0789. StonesAndStuff.com.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Moonlit Snowshoe Hike – 5:30-7:30pm. Hit the trails as the sun goes down for a guided snowshoe trek to Laudholm Beach. $5/member; $7/nonmember; $15/family of 3 or more. Wells Reserve & Laudholm Trust, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd, Wells. 207-646-1555. WellsReserve.org.
by Mendelssohn, Mozart and Beethoven and more. $39-$51. Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St, Portland. 207-842-0800. PortTix.com.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25 The Portland Jazz Orchestra: February – 8pm. This 18-piece jazz ensemble performs a variety of traditional and contemporary big band works. $5/ advanced; $9/door. One Longfellow Square, 181 State St, Portland. OneLongfellowSquare.com.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” – 7pm. Enjoy this classic with the family. $52-$77. Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St, Portland. 207-842-0800. PortTix.com.
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markyourcalendar SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 Freedom from Suffering – 9am-12pm. In the Yoga Sutras, the “kleshas” describe how the mind becomes engrossed in limiting thought patterns which lead to mental and psychological distress. Learn how these shape individuals and how to become a happier person. $35. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207829-2700. TurningLight.org.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Maine Wedding Show – 11am-3pm. Be inspired by new ideas, uncover the latest wedding trends and make connections. $10. Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch, 14 Great Falls Plaza, Auburn. MaineWeddingAssociation.com.
markyourcalendar TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23 Intuitive Adventures – 6-7:30pm. Tap into your own intuition with fun exercises designed to relax the body, free your mind and allow information to enter. Ashley will help class members get in touch with their own perception with individual work and group exercises. Call or stop by to pre-register. $20. Stones and Stuff, 556 Congress St, Portland. 207-874-0789. StonesAndStuff.com.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company – 7:30pm. This show incorporates dance with pieces
planahead takenote Tools for Joyful Living – This group will teach how to gain the skills to choose attitude, thought and action, and it will lead to a joyful, well-lived life. New group begins in March, sign up by Feb 8 for early bird discount. Contact Darcy for details. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. Registration: 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org.
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ongoing Children’s Activities – Times vary. Kids will enjoy several activities that are offered daily at the museum. Prices vary. Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, 142 Free St, Portland. 207-828-1234. KiteTails.org. Ever After Mustang Rescue – Times vary. Ages 15+. Volunteer for the adopt-a-horse program. Call for details. 463 West St, Biddeford. 207-284-7721. MustangRescue.org. Private Therapeutic Yoga – Times vary. Get out of pain and back into life. Mindful and personalized approach to reducing pain, improving flexibility, enhancing strength and stability. Call to schedule individual appointments. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org. Reiki Classes, Clinics and Shares in Brunswick – Times vary. Come for learning, ply your skills, receive treatment, and get your questions answered. $5/donation. Midcoast Massage & Reiki Center, 103 Route 123, Brunswick. 207-712-7936. Mary. Maverick@gmail.com. Yoga Classes – Times vary. We offer a wide variety of yoga classes, including: Vinyasa, Buti Flow, Buti Yoga, Hustle & Flow, Hustle Sculpt, Hip Hop Movement, Yin Yoga and more. Contact for details. Hustle and Flow, 155 Brackett St, Portland. 207-632-4789. HustleFlowStudio.com. Yoga Classes – Times vary. Over 35 years of experience. We offer classes at a variety of levels
including: Vinyasa Flow, Therapeutic, Gentle, Restorative and Mediation, Feldenkrais and Yoga Philosophy. Contact for details. The Yoga Center, 449 Forest Ave, Portland. 207-774-9642. MaineYoga.com.
monday Story Hour – 10-11am. All ages. Enjoy good books and meeting new friends. A light snack will be provided. Free. Pineland Farms, 15 Farm View Dr, New Gloucester. 207-688-4539. PinelandFarms.org. Classic Nia with Erin – 6:30pm. NIA is non-impact, gentle on the joints, provides great cardio and is suitable for all fitness levels and ages. Members and non-members welcome. $15/drop-in. Women’s Fitness Studio and Spa, 21 Stanwood St, Brunswick. ErinCurren.com. Women and Horses Workshop – 6-7:30pm. A hands-on learning experience with horses. Contact for rates/availability. Ever After Mustang Rescue, 463 West St, Biddeford. 207-284-7721. MustangRescue.org.
tuesday Family Fun: Exploring Winter – 9:30-10:30am. This 9-week session has playful activities designed to encourage self-discovery, a sense of place and a bud-
ding awareness of the natural world. Registration preferred. Drop-ins welcome if space is available. $90/members; $140/nonmembers. Gilsland Farm, 20 Gilsland Farm Rd, Falmouth. 207-883-5100. MaineAudubon.org. Nature Interest Group – 1:30-3pm. Thru Feb 23. 2nd & 4th Tues. Explore nature and learn from each other. Bring binoculars and hand lens if you have them. All are welcome. Free. Gilsland Farm, 20 Gilsland Farm Rd, Falmouth. 207-883-5100. MaineAudubon.org. Humane Action League – 2:30-4pm. Ages 1214. This program is designed to give students an opportunity to learn more about the workings of an animal shelter, instruction on pet care and handling and how to become more involved in animal welfare issues. $65. Animal Welfare Society, 46 Holland Rd, Kennebunk. 207-985-3244. AnimalWelfareSociety.org. Classic Nia with Erin – 4:10-5:10pm. Join Erin in the spacious, natural light-filled Activity Room. Register online and save money, or $10/ drop-in. Cape Community Center, 343 Ocean House Ave, Cape Elizabeth. Erin@ErinCurren. com. ErinCurren.com. Personalized Therapeutic Movement – 5:306:45pm. This 6-week class targets your needs specifically to decrease pain, recover from injury and improve mobility. A maximum of 4 students means a lot of direct support. Pre-registration only. $150/series. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org. Art & Practice of Meditation – 7-8:15pm. This 12-week class will teach how to develop a regular personal meditation practice. Includes knowledge and skills for quieting the body, mind, breath and more. Pre-registration only. Drop-ins welcome if space available. $144/series. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-8292700. TurningLight.org.
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Postnatal Belly Dance & Babes in Arms – 9:3010:45am. Have fun with healing belly dance movements to decrease pain/stiffness, enhance sense of beauty and connect with other moms and babies. Concludes with breath work/guided imagery for stress relief and increased energy. Bring a pretty hip scarf or scarves are provided. Wearable wraparound baby carrier required. $15/drop-in. Healing Oasis Fitness & Massage Wellness Studio, 12 Revere St, Portland. 828-216-8125. MorgynDanae@gmail.com.
Farmer for the Morning – 8:30-9:30am. Feed the animals, put out hay, collect eggs, sweep the barn and make sure the animals are happy and healthy for the day. $5. Wolfe’s Neck Farm, 184 Burnett Rd, Freeport. 207-865-4469. WolfesNeckFarm.org.
Reiki Share with Rich Brobst – 6-8pm. 2nd Thurs. Feel refreshed in the light energy of spirit where everyone can share Reiki energy. All are welcome from explorers to experts to observers. $5. Leapin Lizards, 123 Main Street, Freeport. 207-865-0900. LeapinLizards.biz.
Personalized Therapeutic Movement – 1011:15am. See Tuesday listing. $150/series. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org.
Furry Tales, Story and Adventure Hour – 1011am. Preschoolers are invited to discover the exciting world of animals with stories, playtime, crafts, animal time and more. Free. Animal Welfare Society, 46 Holland Rd, Kennebunk. 207-985-3244. AnimalWelfareSociety.org.
Classic Nia with Erin – 4pm. See Monday listing. $50/session. Healthy Living Resource Center, MaineGeneral Health, 35 Medical Center Parkway, Augusta. 207-626-1000. Erin@ErinCurren.com. ErinCurren.com. Not Your Guru’s Meditation – 5:30-6:45pm. Mental medicine to harness your mind’s incredible power and help restore you to being calm, happy and focused. Each class offers new technique and insight from Bianca, a talented galactic healing arts practitioner with 9 years of professional experience. Donations welcome. Soaring Phoenix Power Center, 222 Saint John St, Portland. Facets-Wellness.com. Personalized Therapeutic Movement – 6-7:15pm. See Tuesday listing. $150/series. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207829-2700. TurningLight.org.
Personalized Therapeutic Movement – 9-10:15am. See Tuesday listing. $150/series. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207829-2700. TurningLight.org.
Humane Action League – 3-4:30pm. Ages 9-11. This program is designed to give students an opportunity to learn more about the workings of an animal shelter, instruction on pet care and handling and how to become more involved in animal welfare issues. $65. Animal Welfare Society, 46 Holland Rd, Kennebunk. 207-985-3244. AnimalWelfareSociety.org. Classic Nia with Erin – 4:10-5:10pm. See Tuesday listing. Register online and save money, or $10/drop-in. Cape Community Center, 343 Ocean House Ave, Cape Elizabeth. Erin@ErinCurren.com. ErinCurren.com. Third Thursdays – 5-9pm. Enjoy an evening with live music, food, drinks, special programming and the museum. $12/adults, $10/seniors
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Pure Ease Yoga Classes – 6:30-8pm. Reduce pain, improve flexibility, enhance strength and stability. Mixed levels. Registration required. $180/12 classes. Turning Light Center, 168 W Pownal Rd, North Yarmouth. 207-829-2700. TurningLight.org.
friday Classic Nia with Erin – 8am. See Monday listing. $15/drop-in. Women’s Fitness Studio and Spa, 21 Stanwood St, Brunswick. 207-729-5544. ErinCurren.com. WFS-Spa.com. First Friday Art Walk – 5-8pm. 1st Fri. Various galleries and art venues open for the art walk. Free. Portland. LiveWorkPortland.org.
saturday Classic Nia with Erin – 9:20-10:20am. See Monday listing. $10/class card; $14/drop-in. Dance/ Fitness Studio, Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St, Westbrook. Erin@ErinCurren.com. ErinCurren.com.
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ACUPUNCTURE ACUPUNCTURE BY MERET Meret Bainbridge, LAc 222 St John St, Ste 137 Portland, ME 04101 • 207-878-3300 Meret@AcupunctureByMeret.com AcupunctureByMeret.com Meret offers comprehensive holistic care, utilizing Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, Acupressure and Bodymind work, since 1997. Specialties are Women’s Health, pain, headaches, fibromyalgia & depression. Insurance accepted.
BARTLETT ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE Kath Bartlett, MS, LAc 7 Oak Hill Terr, Ste 3 • Scarborough, ME 04074 207-219-0848 • BartlettAcupuncture.com Kath@BartlettAcupuncture.com At Bartlett Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine, I am dedicated to helping my patients thrive. I offer significant pain relief and effective treatment of chronic disease and other internal conditions using a holistic approach of acupuncture & Chinese herbs. With 13 years in practice, my patients’ treatment outcomes are higher than reported acupuncture studies.
ART THERAPY BODHI SIMPSON, LCPC, ATR Vast Horizons Center for Personal Growth Sparhawk Mill 81 Bridge Street, Yarmouth ME (207) 650-8170 BodhiSimpson@yahoo.com • VastHorizons.com I am passionate about facilitating experiences that inspire creative expression and opens hearts and minds to possibilities. Through art therapy, we are able to access our core issues and begin the process of healing. I work with individuals and groups of all ages, and facilitate workshops for personal growth.
COMMUNITY HERBALIST WILD CARROT HERBS Mischa Schuler 306 Congress St, Portland ME • 207-274-3242 WildCarrotHerbs@gmail.com • WildCarrotHerbs.com Flower essences, herbal remedies, and shamanic plant spirit techniques are available individually and in combination to gently support healing of physical, spiritual and emotional shock. Chronic and acute conditions of the respiratory, skin, digestive and reproductive systems are nurtured here. Specializing in women and children’s health, particularly anxiety and depression, contraception and fertility.
COUPLES COACHING AUDREY MCMORROW, MA, CAGS. BCC Vast Horizons Center for Personal Growth Sparhawk Mill 81 Bridge St, Yarmouth ME (207) 650-8052 Audrey@VastHorizons.com VastHorizons.com Audrey offers Couples Coaching for those intent on realizing the potential of their committed (or troubled) relationship; Psychosynthesis (a transpersonal psychology for individuals); a Thrive Women’s Group; and various workshops for personal development throughout the calendar year. Please see website for further details. See calendar for upcoming events.
ENERGY HEALING HOLISTIC ENERGIES Terry Lynn Smith, RPP, BCPP 14 Maine Street, Suite 109A Brunswick, ME 04011 terrylynn.holisticenergies@yahoo.com www.HolisticEnergies.abmp.com Life force energy sustains us. When energetic pathways are blocked, imbalances appear as emotional distress, physical pain, and disease. Polarity Therapy, Reiki and IET release energy congestion, emotional and mental clarity increases, the bodies innate healing abilities awaken, and pain reduces. Energy medicines are both preventative and healing. My desire is to support, empower, and enlighten you with this part of your journey.
ESSENTIAL OILS dõTERRA Essential Oils Amy Paradysz, Wellness Advocate www.mydoterra.com/underthepines dōTERRA essential oils are natural “feel better” solutions for everyday living.
FAMILY PRACTIONER LOTUS FAMILY PRACTICE, LLC Catherine M. Krouse, DO 66 Leighton Rd, Falmouth, Me 04105 207-536-0560 • info@LotusFamilyPractice.com www.LotusFamilyPractice.com
CRYSTALS STONES & STUFF Heather Nichols 556 Congress St Portland, ME (207)874-0789 StonesAndStuff.com Stones & Stuff is not only a shop, but an experience. Offering a large selection of high quality mineral specimens and beautifully unique pieces of nature, you will always find something new to cast your eyes upon. With many services offered including, Tarot and Astrology Readings, Workshops and Shamanic Healing, the keepers of this fine establishment invite you to come learn and heal!
Lotus Family Practice, LLC is a primary care practice with a holistic focus. Several benefits include a variety of classes like yoga, meditation, tai chi as well as discounted supplements, herbal remedies, medications and blood work. In order to work for her patients rather than insurance companies, Dr. Krouse chose to charge an affordable monthly fee rather than bill insurance.
FITNESS HEALTH CENTER HEALING OASIS FITNESS & MASSAGE Morgyn Danae, Owner, CPT, LMT 12 Revere St, Portland, ME 04103 828-216-8125 morgyndanae.com • morgyndanae@gmail.com
DENTAL PEAK DENTAL HEALTH Stefan Andren, DDS 74 Gray Rd, Ste 3, W Falmouth, ME 207-878-8844 Info@PeakDentalHealth.com PeakDentalHealth.com Maine’s first eco-certified dental office is a welcoming and caring place to reach your oral health goals. Please call, email or stop in to learn more about how they can change your perception of what the dentist can be. It is what you deserve.
Healing Oasis is a private wellness studio with a tropical twist, offering personal training, dance movement, and massage therapy with holistic prenatal and postnatal specialization. Specific issues can be addressed in customized, supportive sessions. Morgyn gladly accommodates all skill levels in her training. Free 30-minute consultations. For information or to schedule an appointment, call or email at morgyndanae@gmail.com.
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OPTIMAL SELF COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER Eric Hilton 640 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101 207-747-5919 • OptimalSelfME@gmail.com OptimalSelfME.com Optimal Self is a center for fitness, healing, and community, offering a variety of modalities that enhance the mind, body, and spirit. We provide a sophisticated weight room, a variety of classes, personal trainers, massage therapists, and energy workers. See our schedule or book an appointment online at optimalselfme.com.
LIFE COACH BETH KOEHLER, PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT LIFE COACH Beth Koehler • Saco Healing Arts Center 209 Main St, Saco, ME 04072 207-653-9792 • BKoehler926@gmail.com BethKoehlerLifeCoach.com ONE STOP HEALING! I specialize in helping you realize just how powerful you truly are and that the answers you seek are inside. I’ll be by you side as you tap into the strength and courage you need to manifest your life’s goals. Time spent with a Life Coach can be life altering. Let’s get started!
ARCANA (IN THE OLD PORT) Kate Hebold, Owner 81 Market St, Portland, ME 207-773-7801 • ArcanaMaine.com ArcanaHealingArts@gmail.com Arcana is a holistic healing arts center and retail gallery in the heart of the Old Port. Aiming to honor and celebrate the uniqueness of its patrons, Arcana upholds a high standard of mindful care in every service offered: massage, Reiki, polarity therapy, readings and special events.
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HOLISTIC PSYCHOTHERAPY ACCELERATED COUNSELING, LLC Svetla Popova, LCPC, NCC, Reiki Master 23 Ocean Ave, Portland, ME 04103 207-761-3883 • AcceleratedCounseling.com Svetla@AcceleratedCounseling.com Whether you are overwhelmed by severe problems or simply feel stuck and your life is going nowhere, I’d love to hear your story. We will work together to discover the incredible strengths you have, find solutions that satisfy you, and open your horizons for growth, self efficacy and life enjoyment.
HOMEOPATHY BAYLIGHT CENTER FOR HOMEOPATHY Jane M Frederick, Director of Achievement 222 St. John St. Ste. 137 Portland, ME 04102 207-774-4244 Jane@BaylightHomeopathy.com BaylightHomeopathy.com At Baylight Center for Homeopathy, our mission is to illuminate the benefits of this transformative healing art. Our practitioners and faculty are fervent proponents of joy, creativity, freedom and ease, and of the knowledge that homeopathy is an effective source of support for these integral aspects of healthy living.
MEDICAL INTUITIVE R. ANTHONY LEBRO, MEDICAL INTUITIVE Richard Lebro 135 Rogers Rd, Kittery, ME 03904 603-502-7676 • drltony24@gmail.com facebook.com/drlebro?fref=ts Richard Anthony Lebro has been healing people intuitively for nearly 45 years. Since childhood, he has honed an innate ability to tap into the spirit, identify and treat underlying health issues. His years of experience and high success rate draw people from all over the world. A full body consultation is only a phone call away. Don’t hesitate to call today.
MIDWIFERY CARE TREE OF LIFE NATUROPATHIC & MIDWIFERY CARE, LLC Tiffany Carter Skillings, CPM, CLC 106 Lafayette St, Ste 3A, Yarmouth, ME 207-846-4900 • TreeOfLifeCare.com Tiffany is deeply committed to providing care that is individualized, empowering, and supports her clients in discovering their own inner strength and wisdom as they labor and birth in their own way, on their own time. Tiffany provides the following services: Maternity care, Lactation Counseling, Well Woman Care, Routine GYN Services, Pre-Conception Counseling, and Nutrition Counseling.
NATURAL HEALING 5 ELEMENTS HEALING CENTER
INTEGRATED HEALTH INTEGRATIVE MANUAL THERAPY ASSOCIATES 74 Lunt Rd, Ste 206 • Falmouth, ME 04105 (207) 781-8358 • www.imtmaine.com IMTA offers highly trained physical therapists who will treat you as a “whole” person, mind, body, and soul. We do this in a professional setting with knowledgeable, caring and helpful staff. Focused on providing top quality physical therapy services with the highest levels of customer satisfaction, we will do everything we can to meet your expectations. See ad, inside front cover.
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59 Shore Rd, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-3900 FiveElementsHealingCenter@yahoo.com 5ElementsHealingCenter.com Ogunquit’s destination for holistic healing. We offer a wide array of services including: Integrative health programs, Acupuncture, Homeopathy, Herbal Treatments, Aromatherapy, Reiki, Shamanistic healing, Chakra and Meridian balancing, Therapeutic Massage, Reflexology, Chinese Cupping, Foot soaks, Pedicures, Skin care and Body waxing for anyone that is looking to relax, unwind and restore from the stresses of life. We are also proud to offer our clients a full line of organic, vegan and gluten free skin care products.
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Deanna Raihl, LMT 999 Roosevelt Trl • Windham, ME 207-482-0615 ContactDeannaRaihl@gmail.com DeannaRaihl.com At Nourishing Self, you can expect the services of a day spa, without the large investment! Services provided are: health counseling, pre/postnatal massage, hot and salt stone treatments, aromatherapy, reiki and reflexology. Looking for that summer glow without the harm of UV rays? Make an appointment with Deanna for an organic spray tan and leave looking sun-kissed!
THE VILLAGE PATH Sharlene Spalding, Casco, ME 207-627-4472 • TheVillagePath.com Spalding.maine@gmail.com I know hundreds of healing properties of over sixty different herbs. Allow me to teach you an affordable healing plan that reverses chronic disorders and pain and let’s work together to restore your health! Learn to take control of your health without expensive supplements or medications. Free consultations for the month of October!
NATUROPATHIC TREE OF LIFE NATUROPATHIC & MIDWIFERY CARE, LLC Josie Skavdahl, ND, CPM 106 Lafayette St, Ste 3A Yarmouth, ME 207-846-4900 • TreeOfLifeCare.com A member of the Maine Association of Naturopathic D o c t o r s , J o s i e ’s l o v e f o r Naturopathy and Midwifery stems from a desire to promote health with minimal intervention and maximum cost effectivenessnatural remedies treating the cause of the problem, not just the symptoms. Josie provides the following services: Maternity care, Annual Wellness Exams, Well Baby & Well Child Care, Primary Care and Nutrition and Food Sensitivity Counseling.
NON – PROFIT EDGEBROOK: MOVING THROUGH GRIEF & LOSS WORKSHOP November 5-8, 2015 Notre Dame Spiritual Center, Alfred, ME Paul K. Matteson MS.Ed., L.C.P.C. 207)753-0135 paul@edgebrook.org • www.edgebrook.org Based on the work of Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, this workshop offers the unique opportunity to work through the deep feelings and unfinished business resulting from grief, loss and all forms of abuse. A safe, caring and confidential workshop staffed by highly trained and experienced facilitators.
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Organic Roots Salon and Day Spa is a fashion forward cruelty-free and vegan friendly salon. We are extremely passionate about our work and dedication to our natural and safe products, environment, and a healthier, more sustainable and compassionate world.
RUTHIE HUTCHINSON THE BRIDGES FOUNDATION / L-OMA ORGANIC BUCKWHEAT PILLOWS 35 Ossipee Tr, (Rte 25) Standish, ME 04084 207-595-8106 • TheBridgesFoundation.org The Bridges Foundation is a nonprofit, charitable organization providing educational, employment, social & recreational opportunities for persons with sensory and/or energetic sensitivities, learning, emotional and/or developmental disabilities. These individuals work alongside The Bridges Foundation staff, making and shipping our L-OMA Organic Buckwheat Pillows™, as they earn a living wage while at the same time helping raise money to fund programs and services for themselves and others.
ORGANIC BEDDING THE CLEAN BEDROOM 5 Shapleigh Rd, Kittery, ME 207-704-0743 Two Portland Sq, Fore St, Portland, ME 207517-3500 • TheCleanBedroom.com The Clean Bedroom is an organic and all-natural mattress and bedding resource with seven showrooms, including its new location in Portland. Through its showrooms and web- site, eco-minded shoppers gain insight to create a healthier sleep environment.
THE BRIDGES FOUNDATION / L-OMA ORGANIC BUCKWHEAT PILLOWS 35 Ossipee Tr, (Rte 25) Standish, ME 04084 207-595-8106 TheBridgesFoundation.org The Bridges Foundation is a nonprofit, charitable organization providing educational, employment, social & recreational opportunities for persons with sensory and/or energetic sensitivities, learning, emotional and/or developmental disabilities. These individuals work alongside The Bridges Foundation staff, making and shipping our L-OMA Organic Buckwheat Pillows™, as they earn a living wage while at the same time helping raise money to fund programs and services for themselves and others.
We are a team of ChildLight Yoga certified instructors offering classes in various locations around Southern Maine. Instead of offering classes in one studio space, we collaborate with schools and community centers to make yoga accessible for children everywhere. Please check our website for current schedule or get in touch to learn more!
Hair Stylist/Colorist 207-415-4611 Ruthie Hutchinson address the client as a whole, offering Vidal Sassoon precision cuts, organic hair color, Arbonne skin care/make-up and doTerra essential oil treatments. Passionate about self-love!
TURNING LIGHT CENTER Darcy Cunningham 168 W Pownal Rd, N Yarmouth, ME 207-829-2700 TurningLight.org Therapeutic Yoga: a mindful and personalized approach to reducing pain, improving flexibility, enhancing strength and stability. Together, we apply movement, breath, stillness and sound to relieve pain, tension and stress, helping clients become more able to enjoy life. Group yoga classes also available.
TAI CHI & QIGONG MAINE CENTER FOR TAIJIQUAN & QIGONG 500 Forest Ave (rear) Portland, ME 04101 207-780-9581 info@MaineTaiji.com • MaineTaiji.com Maine’s resource for Ta i j i q u a n & Qigong, offering AM, midday, and PM classes. Certified instructors provide quality Taiji & Qigong programs that empower individuals of all abilities to prevent disease, foster athletic/martial performance and cultivate the integration of physical, mental and spiritual health. Proudly serving Portland since 1999.
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beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and to be understood. ~Lucius Annaeus Seneca
THERMOGRAPHY INNER IMAGE CLINICAL THERMOGRAPHY Ingrid LeVasseur, CCT 5 Fundy Rd, Ste 10c 207-939-7355 Ingrid@MyInnerImage.com MyInnerImage.com Inner Image Clinical Thermography offers pain-free, radiation-free breast screening to the women of Maine. Our primary office is in Falmouth, however, during the spring and fall we bring this advanced technology to all areas of the state. Call us for details. \
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IMTA offers highly-trained physical therapists who will treat you as a “whole” person.
Mind, Body and Soul We do this in a professional setting with knowledgeable, caring and helpful staff. • • • • • • • • •
Whole Body Approach Arthritis Orthopedic Replacements Musculoskeletal Disorders Lyme Disease Digestive Disorders Sports Medicine Women’s Health Edema (chronic or post surgical)
Frank Gentile Physical Therapist & Owner
Marie-France Browning Physical Therapist
Felicia Files Physical Therapy Assistant
Hours of Operation: Monday: 8am-6pm • Tuesday-Thursday: 7:30am-6pm Friday: Limited Hours
Part of the Center For Balanced Living 74 Lunt Road, Suite 206 • Falmouth, ME 04105
(207) 781-8358
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