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letterfrompublisher Welcome to Gulf Coast Alabama’s third annual Natural Awakenings Healthy and Green Living Directory, a user-friendly tool and comprehensive guide to all things healthy and green in our local community. The long list of businesses included in this edition are not only dedicated to providing our community with healthy alternatives, they are the reason we are able to distribute Natural Awakenings at no cost to you, month after month. I think of many of these businesses as much more than just a retailer or a service provider. Not only are they mindful individuals that help facilitate our family’s commitment to healthy and sustainable living, they are kind and friendly folks that we’ve enjoyed building relationships with. We love visiting the chickens and goats when we pick up our organic produce at Bee Natural Farm and chatting with Justin about what he’s currently planting and harvesting. We pick up our Alabama organic milk from Chase at Chasing Fresh, in Windmill Market, and while we’re there, Jennifer at Sweet Olive greets us. She makes our favorite margherita pizza on Friday nights when we head up there for family-friendly fun with live, local music. While there, I may run into Jim Tripp, the artist that made my Tripps Sandals. As long as it’s at least 50 degrees outside, you’ll see me with these as-good-as-barefoot minimalist sandals on. From loading dog food into my car when I was pregnant to suggesting probiotics for under-the-weather kiddos, David, Pam, Christie and the rest of the crew at Fairhope Health Foods are always knowledgeable and happy to help. When my schedule gets too busy for me to cook my own wholesome meals, I call Tracey at The Pure Vegan, and she delivers a week’s worth of family-friendly meals. She even shares her recipes upon request! Mike Kerr helped us keep an eco-conscious mindset when he put a small addition on our house a couple years ago. He not only remains a great resource for all home and construction inquiries, but he’s also a talented photographer who’s contributed his work to the layout of local Natural Awakenings articles. When I can take some time for myself, I enjoy an afternoon at the planet-friendly B-Butterfly Salon and catch up with owner Brenda, or I’ll stroll into The Willow Tree at Rosie Bluum for a serene shopping experience with Betsey and Julie. The directory serves as a guide for all family members, two- and four-legged. Our three maturing dogs love taking a drive over the bay to visit Dr. Marcia and Alice at the Holistic Veterinary Center. Whether it’s for an acupuncture session or a wellness check, they are at ease in the comfort of the homey center. The businesses I mention are just a small sample of what’s included in this year’s Healthy and Green Living Directory. Check them all out and see which ones have what you’re looking for and are most convenient for you. In addition to the businesses that support Natural Awakenings, I am grateful for and humbled by each of you—individuals that take the time to pick up and read our 13,000plus printed copies and the 1,000 more that read our digital eZine online each month. It is you that we seek to inspire, educate and serve throughout the year. Hold onto this special edition for the months to come and pick up an extra copy to share with a friend. As a conscious consumer, consider frequenting the businesses that choose to sponsor our publication and see for yourself what wonderful individuals they are. Build your own relationships with them and thank them for serving our community so well. Through the support of our advertisers, the interest of our readers and the commitment of Natural Awakenings, our healthy and green living community of Gulf Coast Alabama will continue to flourish for years to come.

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Holistic Health Coach Emily Sommerville, RYT, of Soul Shine Yoga, is helping people increase their energy and reduce stress for a more balanced life. Sommerville trained with the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and is now offering individual and group coaching programs that emphasize clean and nutritious foods for true health and vibrancy. Working with a health coach fosters confidence in individuals as they develop self-discipline, commitment and determination. Sommerville states, “In working with Emily Sommerville clients, I aim for a balanced approach. I believe that true health isn’t found in the latest fad diet or extreme exercise routine. Real food, proper portions, the 80/20 rule—these are guidelines that are sustainable in creating a healthy lifestyle. In seeking health, we get there by taking small action steps, making the small choices that lead to big change.” Free consultations are available. Location: 103-B N. Bancroft St., Fairhope. For more information, call 205-478-4287, email TheSoulShineLife@gmail.com or visit TheSoulShineLife.com. See ad, page 53.

Baldwin County Local Food Producers Forum The national local food production movement is alive, well and growing in Baldwin County, and those making it happen will describe their experiences from 1 to 4 p.m., February 7, at the Homestead Village ballroom, in Fairhope. Speakers at the Baldwin County Local Food Producers Forum include Anita Craine, of Craine Creek Farm, LLC, in Loxley; Christel Cherrix Hixson, of Hillcrest Farm, in Lillian; and Jimmy Jones, of Seasons in the Sun, in Spanish Fort. Presenting an overview of locally grown food distribution will be Chase Corte, of Chasing Fresh, LLC. After the presentations, they will all participate in a panel discussion about their individual operations and the part they play in the national local food production movement. Admission is $5. For more information, contact Mike Healy at 251-504-1173 or MJHealy@gulftel.com; or Marilyn Mannhard at 251-978-9442 or MarilynMannhard@gmail.com.

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ietary Guidelines for Americans, published by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, recommends that people 50 years old and younger keep their sodium intake lower than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day, while those over 50 keep sodium ingestion below 1,500 mg. However, a large international study recently published in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals a different story. Measuring levels of sodium and potassium excreted in the urine of 101,945 people between 35 and 70 years old from 17 low, middle and highincome countries, Canadian scientists found that consuming less than 3,000 mg of sodium per day was associated with a 77 percent increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Consuming between 3,000 and 6,000 mg of sodium daily was linked to lower risks of both cardiovascular disease and earlier mortality, while consuming more than 7,000 mg daily was associated with a 54 percent increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease. The researchers added that current guidelines for sodium consumption have been based upon shorter studies that showed only modest results. They also determined that daily consumption of 1,500-plus mg of potassium related to a significantly reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and earlier mortality. Consuming less than 1,500 mg was linked to increased risk.

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study conducted by Edge Research and Sea Change Strategies found that less than a quarter of Americans are fully satisfied with their friendships, and almost two-thirds lack confidence in even their closest friends. Seniors (70 and over) and millennials/Gen Ys (16 to 34) are more likely to be extremely satisfied than Gen X-ers (35 to 49) or baby boomers (50 to 69), indicating the existence of a midlife friendship slump. The research was based on a self-reported survey of 1,016 Americans ages 16 and up. Across all demographics, people that report they have more close friends feel happier and are more fulfilled than those that say they have few or no friends. The majority also prefer deeper friendships with fewer friends over just having more friends. Qualities that most people look for in friends are loyalty, honesty, goodness and reliability in a crisis. Among the attributes considered least important are similar political or religious views and physical attractiveness, which ranked last. The use of social media appears unrelated to the number or quality of friendships or overall friendship satisfaction. People that attend religious services at least once a week are twice as likely to be completely satisfied with their friendships than those that rarely or never attend such services. The researchers concluded, “Those seeking more fulfillment from their friendships should invest disproportionate time and energy in the relationships they consider close.”

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Mind-Body Therapies Stimulate the Immune System

large statistical analysis of multiple studies on body-mind therapies such as meditation, tai chi, qigong and yoga found that the practices effectively reduce inflammation and show promise in modulating the immune system. Scientists at the Tufts University School of Medicine analyzed the results of 34 controlled scientific studies that collectively assessed 2,219 people. Each study involved the use of at least one mind-body practice for between seven and 16 weeks and measured immune system health using multiple biological markers. Eighteen of the studies specifically examined inflammation factors, while seven evaluated antiviral-related immunity. Nine of the studies measured C-reactive protein (CRP) levels—an indicator of cardiovascular-related inflammation. The analysis revealed that mind-body therapies reduced CRP levels in subjects with high risk factors for cancer, diabetes, depression and cardiovascular disease. The scientists added that some of the research suggested that mind-body therapy may also increase immunity against viral infections.

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study from Argentina’s Buenos Aires University has linked dental caries to low levels of calcium and vitamin D. Dental status and caries risk were assessed by determining the number of decayed, missing and filled teeth, the amount of plaque and the sugar intake of 106 women of the average age of 24. Calcium levels were deficient among nearly 60 percent of the women, 70 percent had low blood levels of vitamin D, 72 percent consumed soft drinks daily and all of them presented gingivitis (gum disease). The third with the highest caries scores and decayed or missing teeth had significantly lower calcium intake and vitamin D levels and significantly higher intake of protein and soft drinks, plus significantly higher plaque and sugar intake compared with the rest of the women. The researchers concluded that low calcium intake is associated with a high risk of dental caries and a greater severity of oral disease. “Adequate nutritional status of calcium and vitamin D could be an additional factor that may help preserve good oral health,” they state.

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European Eco-Cooperation Linking Oceans and Human Health

EurOcean 2014, convened by the Italian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, the European Marine Board, the European Commission and three Italian partner institutions—the National Research Council, National Inter-university Consortium for Ocean Science and the National Institute of Oceanography and Experimental Geophysics—has issued the first of 18 priorities cited in a declaration that adds momentum to a European Marine Board report, Linking Oceans and Human Health (Tinyurl.com/ OceansAndHealth). Participants identified four high-level policy goals: valuing the ocean; capitalizing on European leadership; advancing ocean knowledge; and breaking scientific barriers. Newly discovered toxic nanoparticles and swelling micro-plastic marine pollution, with concerns emerging about higher seawater temperatures incubating chemical carcinogens, pose several new perils to human health. Jan Mees, chair of the European Marine Board, states, “To truly progress our knowledge, European scientists across a broad range of disciplines and domains must make a quantum leap towards holistic approaches and integrated research on a scale that will help us to much better understand, protect, manage and sustainably exploit the seas and oceans that surround us. This is a grand challenge; not just in Europe, but for human society as a whole.” Source: Eurocean2014.eu

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Hawaii Lobbies for Anti-GMO Laws

The Aloha State enjoys a year-round growing season, with multiple harvests annually. Last year, the Hawaiian island of Kauai passed genetically modified organism (GMO) farming restrictions, but they were overturned in court. Now, Maui County, which includes the Hawaiian islands of Maui, Lanai and Molokai, has approved a moratorium on the cultivation of genetically modified crops. The majority of Monsanto’s GMO corn seed sold to farmers in Argentina, Brazil and the U.S. comes from its Maui operation. If the law stands, Monsanto and Dow AgroSciences, another biotech firm with operations in Maui County, will need to seek alternatives. Lawsuits have already been filed by both opponents of the ban and proponents that want rigorous enforcement built in. Michael Lilly, former attorney general of Hawaii, expects the new law to be struck down like the previous Kauai attempt on grounds that state law supersedes it, although appeals in that case are underway. Meanwhile, an injunction has stalled the whole process. The message from anti-GMO forces is that although giant firms have deep pockets and many options, staunch determination to stem the tide of GMO crops worldwide may eventually bear the sweet fruit of victory. Source: Grist

Greenwashing Conundrum Biodegradable Plastic Bags Are a Hoax

In 2010, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed recommendations for environmental marketing claims. The agency has sent warning letters to 15 marketers informing them that their claims may be deceptive, and requested more scientific evidence that plastic bags labeled as biodegradable, or “oxodegradable”, implying the bag will break down in time when exposed to oxygen, were true to the claim. Because many bags are dumped in the low-oxygen environment of a landfill, the FTC considers those advertised benefits as dubious. Joseph Greene, a professor at California State University, Chico, points out that oxodegradable should be amended to “oxofragmentable” to be more accurate, because the plastics just break into smaller and smaller pieces. Chemically, they don’t break down into anything less hazardous. In fact, if these plastic bags disintegrate in the ocean, the fragments will be about the right size for sea creatures to mistake them for plankton. Source: Rabble.ca

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Guess Who’s Delivering Dinner A new service called Plated (Plated.com) is providing households the ability to prepare a fresh, homemade dinner without having to think about menu planning or grocery shopping. The ingredients arrive at the door in a biodegradable box, pre-portioned and ready to cook in 30 minutes. Customers browse a rotating menu of chefdesigned recipes on the Plated website and select their favorites each week, add the number of plates to the shopping cart and set a delivery date. For the price of subscription to the service, they receive a box with perfectly portioned ingredients and detailed cooking instructions. Based in New York City, Plated delivers its subscription boxes to 47 states, with plans to further expand in the next year.

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2014 Global Peace Index The world has become less peaceful over the last seven years, according to the 2014 Global Peace Index. It measures peace in 162 countries according to 22 indicators that gauge both the absence and fear of violence. This is the seventh year the index has been produced. Results from the 2014 Global Peace Index show that since 2008, 111 countries have deteriorated in levels of peace, while 51 increased. Europe retains its position as the most peaceful region, with 14 of the top 20 most peaceful countries. The world has become significantly less peaceful over the last year, mainly due to a rise in terrorist activity, conflicts being fought, and refugees and other displaced people. As for the human toll, 500 million people live in countries at risk of instability and conflict, 200 million of whom live below the poverty line. The global economic impact of violence reached $9.8 trillion last year, equal to twice the total gross domestic product of Africa. Visit VisionOfHumanity.org to explore the interactive peace map and download the report. Watch a video at Tinyurl.com/GlobalPeaceVideo.

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Batteries that Last 1,000 Years A group of Swedish researchers has discovered an unconventional way to give new life to rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which power everything from iPhones to electric cars, using pine resin and alfalfa seeds. The researchers plan to take up to two years to improve the chemistry of the product, and claim that the recycled batteries could last up to 1,000 years, according to researcher David Brandell. It has been estimated that demand for the batteries from automobile manufacturers could explode up to 400 percent in the next six years. The researchers see the technology as a global antidote to current methods for recycling manufactured Li-ion batteries that are energy-intensive and require toxic materials to manufacture.

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BRINGING MORE THAN HOMEWORK HOME By Ryan Hogan It’s the time of year when we send our kids back to school from the holidays. Unfortunately, while schools are good places to learn they are great places to catch a disease. In fact, children’s Upper respiratory illnesses (URI’s) cause more doctor visits and missed school days than any other illness in the US. Luckily, there are a few things you can do at home to help reduce the chances of your child getting sick at school this year.

sanitizer before eating snacks, lunch and after using a shared computer mouse, pencil sharpener, water fountain or other community objects. Now, most people know we need to wash our hands, but one thing most people don’t really relate their health to is nasal hygiene. Using a saline spray with xylitol, such as Xlear Nasal Spray, is safe for all ages. Research has shown this natural sweetener is useful in preventing bacterial otitis media (ear infections), among other upper respiratory problems that are most likely to occur in fall and winter months. Additional xylitol studies have also shown a significant reduction in asthma attacks when a xylitol nasal spray is used on a daily basis. Xylitol affects nose and throat bacteria in two ways:

HOW? Before we talk prevention, we need to know how infection spreads. Many childhood illnesses are caused by viruses and bacteria that are transferred from person to person. URI’s increase in fall and winter as we spend more time crowded indoors. All it takes is one sick child, going to school for the spread to begin. Small droplets from a child’s cough or sneeze travel through the air and land on surfaces like desks, doorknobs and people. These germs are easily spread when someone touches the contaminated object and then proceeds to touch their eyes, nose or mouth. Children’s immune systems are less mature than those of adults, so they’re more vulnerable to these germs. Washing your hands and your nasal passages and also keeping their hands away from their nose, eyes and mouth are the most preventative habits to form at a young age.

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Since the average American child has six to ten colds a year, using a xylitol nasal spray is a safe and effective way to promote better upper respiratory health, year round. FINAL HEALTHY TIPS In addition to frequent hand-washing, teach your child some other school health basics:

WHAT CAN YOU DO? Our best defense is to stop cold germs where they breed. Good hand-washing is the most effective way to prevent bacteria and viruses from spreading. Wash your hands after using the bathroom, blowing your nose, handling trash and prior to touching food to help eliminate germs. Soap and water should be used for 20 seconds (about as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice). Using alcohol-based hand cleaners is also effective. Remind your child to use the

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Eco Feng Shui Tips to Bring More Positive Energy into Your Home by Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist

hen we’re hungry for change, we may feel the impulse to spruce up our living spaces. Rooms that feel cluttered, drab and unappealing drag on our energy. Applying the basic inspired tenets of the ancient Chinese art and science of feng shui can transform and re-energize any space, improving the way we feel. Translated as “wind and water,” feng shui—which has been creating healthy and harmonious environments since its origins 3,000 years ago—can activate our rethinking the arrangement, uses and tone of each room while bringing beneficial green changes home.

Feng Shui Basics When considering how to apply feng shui principles, it helps to have a trained practitioner make a map, or bagua, analyzing how energy, or chi, moves through a building. They will determine ways to help chi flow and settle in appropriate places to support all aspects of life. Recommended alterations typically start with furniture placement, color choices and key accessorizing.

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Sample bagua maps are available online for referencing. While a complete feng shui treatment may require major revamping, we can also take some low-cost steps to immediately create more harmony while eliminating toxins that are unhealthy and disrupt the energy flow.

Bring in Green “Bringing natural elements into a space will aid the circulation of chi, help achieve a balance and yield an indoor environment of peace and calm,” says feng shui practitioner Maureen Calamia, owner of Luminous Spaces, in St. James, New York. Feng shui categorizes the natural elements as water, metal, fire, earth and wood, reflected in items like stones, plants and water features, as well as art and wall decorations and paint colors. Filling a home with living plants is favored by many feng shui experts. “Surround yourself with green plants, including cuttings from the yard,” advises Debra Duneier, a feng shui master practitioner, certified eco-designer and

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author of EcoChi: Designing Flooring. Many toxins lurk “Feng shui the Human Experience, in in conventional carpeting and is the original adhesives used to lay wood New York City. “They bring energy and life force into eco-science.” or tile floors. Look for natural your home, while also filterwool rugs, reclaimed wood ~ Will LeStrange and zero-VOC floor adheing the air you breathe.” If adding plants isn’t feasible, sives. Preserve resources and she recommends picking up some fresh alter the energy in a space by repurposing flowers each week. Remember to change reclaimed materials for rehab projects. the water every day and dispose of the For good feng shui, smudging with dried flowers at the first sign of wilting (dying sage cleanses any negative energy leftflowers bring negative energy). over from previous owners. Furnishings and fabrics. Mainstream furniture is typically treated Banish Toxic Materials with toxic flame retardant, so always “Healthy indoor air quality is an essential ask how furniture has been treated aspect of good feng shui,” attests Alisa before purchasing. Seek out nontoxic Rose Seidlitz, an eco feng shui consultant/ and natural materials like natural designer, certified green building and interubber mattresses and hemp or organic riors professional and owner of Ambiance cotton shower curtains and window Eco, in Berkeley, California. “Materials used coverings. inside our homes, such as cleaning products and furnishings, can either contribute significantly to poor air quality or support positive feng shui.” Indoor air quality is significantly impacted by furnishings and décor. When seeking out the cleanest, greenest options, pay special attention to: Cleaning products. Safely discard toxic cleaning chemicals by taking them to hazardous waste pickup sites. Many household jobs can be done with vinegar and baking soda. Paint. Revisions in wall, trim and furniture colors quickly freshen a room and bring new energy, especially when they align with Earth’s natural elements. Avoid conventional paint, which contains dangerous volatile organic compounds (VOC) that off-gas into the air. Look for widely available zero-VOC brands. Other options include displaying art or colorful wall hangings.

Follow Your Joy Feng shui is multifaceted, but at its center is a search for balance and harmony. When making changes at home, it’s good to know we can follow our instincts and add things that bring us joy. Feng shui experts provide guidance in choosing colors and elements, but each of us is ultimately the best judge of what feels best for our own space. “I often ask my clients: What kind of message are you sending yourself?” says Duneier. “You can use your space to send yourself a message of a beautiful, abundant and healthy life.” Sarah Tarver-Wahlquist, a writer from Tucson, Arizona, also freelances for GreenAmerica.org.

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ity kids are often taught that nature is out there beyond the city limits, but one science educator and photographer shows how everyday nature has the power to transform. You can take Molly Steinwald out of the city, but you’ll never get the city out of her. Growing up as a free-schoollunch kid on the outskirts of Manchester, New Hampshire, she notes, “I didn’t do the skiing and mountain climbing thing.” Instead, she found solace watching ants parade across the sidewalk or tracing the intricate lines on a leaf. Yet when she graduated from high school, Steinwald traveled as far as she could from those city streets, earning a degree in biology, and then a master’s degree

in ecology researching kangaroo rats in Arizona’s Chiricahua Mountains. Still, the city always tugged at her. “I was really excited about big nature,” Steinwald says. “But I kept coming back to small-scale, mundane nature that I knew as a kid. I felt I needed to get back to help people who never see this stuff.” Today, Steinwald is doing just that. She is now pursuing a Ph.D. researching human interactions with nature in built environments. As director of science education and research at the Phipps Conservatory, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she has been charged with reimagining urban environmental education and reaching out to at-risk youth. Her basic assumption is: One doesn’t have

to go to a national park, or even a city park, to connect with the natural world. It’s crawling past us on the sidewalk or drifting through the air right under our nose. That, she says, is where city kids can forge a lasting connection with nature— if they’re paying attention. As one of the many ways to get kids to tune in, Steinwald directs programs that arm them with digital cameras and challenges them to take pictures of the fragments of nature they find on the streets. The approach is a departure from the belief held by some that “nature” is defined as parks or green spaces—places apart from our everyday lives. Lisa Graumlich, dean of the University of Washington School of the Environment, in Seattle, Washington, says Steinwald is making waves in environmental education circles: “She was an urban kid. She brings the voice of someone from a different economic class to the table.” Graumlich says it makes intuitive sense that connecting with street-level nature will help build a lasting bond with the natural world. The next challenge is figuring out how to provide kids with more of these experiences: “It may be as simple as a mom walking home from the bus stop with bags of groceries and two children in tow, feeling like she has time to look at a sidewalk crack with them.” “A lot of nature in the city is really small,” Steinwald observes. “I want to show these kids that even if their nature is small, it’s still darned good nature.” Greg Hanscom is a senior editor for Grist.org, in Seattle, WA.

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ment with fish oil containing 1,200 milligrams (mg) of (DHA) docosahexaenoic acid and (EPA) eicosapentaenoic acid combined. Try magnesium. Low levels of magnesium, also known as the calming mineral, are associated with restless legs, anxiety and irritability—all of which can exacerbate ADHD. For kids ages 4 to 8, start with 130 mg of magnesium in the morning. If the child has trouble sleeping, another dose before bed may help. Reduce the dose if loose stools occur. Boost B vitamins. Vitamins B6 and B12 are important building blocks for brain neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine. Deficiency can impair nerve cell communication, hindering memory, focus and attention. Encourage a child to eat B-packed organic foods like eggs, poultry, bell peppers, yams and spinach, and sprinkle Bvitamin-rich nutritional yeast on dishes like noodles and soup.

Naturopathic Doctor Laurie Brodsky, e-consultant, DrLaurieND.com, New York City. Give up gluten. Gluten is a complex, gooey conglomeration of many proteins that sticks to the digestive tract, often stimulating behavioral issues. When gluten inflames a child’s digestive system, brain inflammation likely occurs, as well. Look for gluten-free pasta, bread, crackers and cookies made from rice, quinoa, flaxseed and non-GMO (genetically modified) corn. Pair fats with food. Healthy brain function requires a proper ratio of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fats to the more common inflammatory omega-6 fats (found in canola, soybean and corn oils). Encourage balance by eating omega-3 foods at mealtime, when the gallbladder releases bile into the digestive system, allowing better omega-3 absorption. Avoid processed foods. High-fructose corn syrup and artificial colors such as Yellow 5, Blue 1 and Red 40 are linked to increased hyperactivity in children.

Choose whole, real foods like whole grains and organic meats, vegetables and fruits. Use maple syrup rather than white sugar to sweeten foods—it’s full-flavored, so a little goes a long way. Behavior Specialist Margit Crane, educator, GiftedWithADD. com, Seattle, Washington.

Work with teachers. Some children with ADHD may have trouble fitting into traditional schools. When speaking with teachers, use collaborative words such as “partnership” to obtain healthy cooperation. Teachers have an entire class to attend to, not just this child; address them with respect and understanding, and everyone will ultimately benefit.

Lead by example. Parents have more power to handle their child’s ADHD than they think. Model the desired behaviors— if children are not allowed to eat in the living room, the rule should apply to the whole family. Maintaining consistent rules is vital.

Jenna Blumenfeld is the senior food editor at New Hope Natural Media, in Boulder, Colorado.

Set boundaries. Many parents and teachers believe that boundaries for ADHDladen kids, that are often sensitive by nature, may be harsh or limiting. But these children actually thrive with boundaries. Rather than offer kids unlimited choices, give them two or three options. This helps a child feel safe. Regard a troubled child as scared, rather than angry—this will enable parents and caregivers to speak to them with compassion.

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s there a way to upend the limits of Alzheimer’s disease? Expressive therapies focus on what people can do and their successes. Cultural programs offer creative opportunities for those with dementia and their care partners.

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“Looking at art and making observations gives people living with dementia a chance to exercise their imagination and creativity,” says Susan Shifrin, Ph.D., director of ARTZ Philadelphia, part of the Artists for Alzheimer’s program founded by John Zeisel, Ph.D., and Sean Caulfield. “There are no right or wrong answers. People are enlivened, realizing they still have ideas to contribute.” Prior to a museum visit, an ARTZ facilitator brings photos of familiar works of art that evoke memories, emotions and conversation to a care facility. The facilitator then tailors a museum visit so that the most engaging works of art are viewed. A similarly beneficial at-home ARTZ experience relates to the individual’s background or interests, looking 24

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for images that tell a story about families or feature animals the loved one likes. “Use open-ended, non-judgmental questions to discuss the art,” Shifrin suggests. “It’s all about listening to the response and encouraging the conversation.”

Musical Connections Trigger Happiness

Dan Cohen, of Brooklyn, New York, had a simple yet profound idea: Furnish people that have memory loss with an iPod loaded with their favorite music. It’s helping people nationwide reconnect with themselves through listening to their personal playlists. He has repeatedly seen how “The music transforms lives.” Cohen notes, “Residents who were formerly idle become engrossed in listening to their favorite music. They are empowered to choose the songs they want to hear. They become engaged as the music triggers memories. I’ve also seen the experience make people more social.” He recommends using headphones to minimize distractions. Sit together, turn on the iPod and watch for smiles of delight.

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“Dance therapy enhances connections in the brain and uses movement to integrate body, mind and spirit,” says Erica Hornthal, owner of Chicago’s North Shore Dance Therapy, a psychotherapy practice that helps individuals cope with the challenges of dementia. Hornthal often notices a real change after people experience movement therapy. Often, when she enters a memory care facility she sees people withdrawn or sleeping. After she guides them in specific movements designed to connect mind and body, participants are usually awake, more alert and making eye contact. “We might reach our arms up, then down, to connect with ourselves. We might give ourselves a hug and then stretch toward our neighbor,” explains Hornthal, a board-certified dance movement therapist. “All the movements have a psychosocial goal.” She suggests that care partners play familiar music and encourage their loved one to move as they wish to. The care partner might move her head or wiggle her fingers to the music, inviting the other to do the same. “Focus on what your loved one can do and celebrate their abilities,” Hornthal advises.

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“Even after memory and cognitive functions are damaged, the ability to create art can continue,” says Karen Clond, a licensed master social worker and dementia care specialist at the Alzheimer’s Association Heart of America chapter, in Prairie Village, Kansas. “The organization’s Memories in the Making art program works because the amygdala, the part of the brain involved with emotions and memory that processes feelings like fear, also processes beauty, appreciation and attachment.” Sally Jenny developed the program in 1988, which now boasts more than 4,000 participant artists a week. Facilitators create a safe and encouraging atmosphere to explore painting with watercolors, which can unlock memories, stimulate thoughts and promote social interaction. The process also produces tangible pieces they’ve created and can

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HAPPY MEALS Eating Healthy Foods Fights Off Depression by Lane Vail

dvertisements for antidepressants abound, yet a recent analysis in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that the benefits of treating mildly or moderately depressed individuals with these drugs “may be minimal or nonexistent” compared with a placebo. Most physicians agree that at least part of the prevention of and recovery from depression can be addressed through diet. “Every molecule in the brain begins as food,” says Dr. Drew Ramsey, author of The Happiness Diet and assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. “Food choice is the biggest puzzle piece patients have under their control.” Ramsey describes the modern American diet as being overwhelmed with highly processed foods, refined carbohydrates, omega-6 fats and sugar. His food philosophy serves as an overall prescription for mental health: “Eat food that comes from farms and not factories; simple, recognizable human food.” 26

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Registered Dietitian Kathie Swift, an integrative clinical nutritionist in Lennox, Massachusetts, and author of The Swift Diet, agrees that food is powerful medicine. She recommends a balanced, flexitarian diet founded on plants, but including high-quality, animal-sourced foods. Just shifting our processed-foods to whole-foods ratio yields an improved mood, Swift says, which continues to motivate dietary change.

Prebiotic/Probiotic Potential

Recent science suggests a deeper meaning to the “gut feeling” adage. Bacteria in the gut and neurochemicals in the brain communicate intimately and bidirectionally via the vagus nerve, explains Swift. Altering the gut’s microbial population, whether from chronic stress, antibiotic overuse or nutritional deficiencies, can change brain chemistry and thereby influence mood, mental clarity and sleep, she says.

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In 2013, Canadian researchers altered both the neurochemicals and behavior in mice by switching their intestinal microbiota; anxious mice given the microbes of intrepid mice became braver, and vice versa. Another small study in the British Journal of Nutrition showed a decrease in depression and anxiety symptoms in volunteers taking probiotics for a month. Essentially, says Swift, “We have a brain in the belly,” which must be nourished by both prebiotics (soluble fiber) and probiotics (fermented food). “Fiber is the quintessential substance to feed the lovely community of bugs in the gut,” says Swift, “while fermented foods interact with resident bacteria and give them a boost.” She recommends a variety of vegetables as a primary source of fiber, especially legumes, along with fruits, nuts, cheese and the occasional gluten-free whole grain. Probiotic foods include fermented vegetables, kefir, yogurt with live active cultures and apple cider vinegar.

B Happy

Most psychiatric medications target feel-good neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, says Ramsey, but the body also manufactures these chemicals naturally during the methylation cycle, a B-vitamin-dependent neurological process. “B vitamins are superstars of the brain,” Ramsey says. “Think of them as lubrication for the brain’s gears.” Folate, or vitamin B9 is particularly important to healthy nervous system functioning. A meta-analysis of 15,000 people reported in the Journal of Epidemiology associated low folate with a higher risk of depression. Dark leafy greens like kale, spinach and Swiss chard are high in B vitamins, as are beets, eggs, lentils, beans and whole grains; helpful fruits include papaya, avocado and berries.

Omega-3s Please

“It’s a horrible notion that fat is bad,” says Ramsey. Swift agrees, noting, “We need a major renovation and reeducation of this important neuro-nutrient.” The integrity of a neuron cell membrane, which Swift describes as “a beautiful and fluid layer of lipids,” is crucial for brain health because

it dictates communication among neurotransmitters. “The fat we eat becomes the fat of our cell membranes,” she says. “So nourish your membranes with adequate amounts of the right types of fat.” Long-chain omega-3s (DHA) docosahexaenoic acid and (EPA) eicosapentaenoic acid build and protect neurons, help prevent cognitive decline with age and can boost overall mood and mental performance, says Ramsey. A study in the Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry found that treating depressed patients with omega-3 EPA was as equally effective as Prozac. “DHA and EPA are the two most important fats for brain health on the planet, period,” states Ramsey.

Foods rich in omega-3s include fatty seafood like salmon, mussels and oysters, plus sea vegetables, walnuts, flaxseed and grass-fed beef. For vegetarians and vegans, Ramsey recommends an algal DHA supplement. Focusing on feeding the brain doesn’t preclude staving off heart disease, obesity or diabetes. “Follow the rules of eating for brain health,” Ramsey says, “and you’ll also be slim, energized, focused and resilient.” It’s all a recipe for happiness. Lane Vail is a freelance writer and blogger at DiscoveringHomemaking.com.

Good-Mood Meal Plans Wild-Caught Alaskan Salmon with Sautéed Swiss Chard, Pickled Beets and Banana-Avocado Pudding Salmon is an excellent source of omega3s, and Swiss chard offers fiber and folate. Beets are high in folate, as well as nitrites, which improve circulation throughout the body and the brain, says Nutritionist Kathie Swift. Double-down on beets’ power by eating them pickled in apple cider vinegar, promoting healthy gut flora. Bananas contain tryptophan, an amino acid involved in serotonin production, and avocados are high in folate and oleic acid, a model unsaturated omega-9 fat needed for healthy brains, advises Dr. Drew Ramsey. Lentil Salad with Hummus, Grilled Asparagus, Broccoli, Red Onion and Grilled Watermelon Lentils, chickpeas and asparagus are high in fiber and B vitamins, while walnuts add omega-3s. Broccoli is an excellent source of chromium, a mineral found to lower blood sugar and reduce symptoms of depression in some people, according to a Cornell University study. Grilled onions (along with garlic, which can be blended into hummus) belong to a food family called alliums that promote healthy vascular function and blood flow to the brain and also contain a high concentration of chromium, says Ramsey.

Watermelon’s red color is due to its high concentration of the antioxidant lycopene, which helps resolve free radical damage, inflammation and hormone imbalances associated with depression, notes Swift. Grass-Fed Beef with Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Kale and Greek Yogurt Swirled with Raspberries A British Journal of Nutrition study showed that beef raised on chlorophyllrich grass provides more omega-3s than grain-fed beef. Like other animal proteins, beef is a significant source of tryptophan. Kale and sweet potatoes contribute fiber, folate and vitamin A, which promotes the enzymes that create the pleasure neurotransmitter, dopamine. Yogurt is also high in tryptophan, and raspberries provide folate and antioxidants. Free-Range Egg Omelet with Spinach, Tomatoes, Cheese and Fresh Papaya Eggs are a power-packed food full of B vitamins, tyrosine and tryptophan amino acids, plus selenium, zinc and iodide, micronutrients vital for proper functioning of the energy- and metabolism-regulating thyroid, says Ramsey. Tomatoes and natural cheese are high in lycopene and tryptophan, respectively, and spinach and papaya are packed with folate and fiber.

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2015

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When Your Pet Passes

JANUARY

whole systems health plus: energy boosters FEBRUARY

A Guide to Mourning, Remembering and Healing

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animal rights

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nature’s wisdom

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by Julianne Hale

healing addiction

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pet’s love is extraordinary because it is unconditional. It doesn’t have expectations, pass judgment or try to leverage guilt. It is rich in loyalty, trust and adoration. Domestic pets provide warmth, companionship and love, as well as purpose, fun and conversational gambits for family members. For lonely hearts, they are a lifeline, providing a physical, emotional and spiritual connection to life that may prove critical to survival and happiness. Loving pets seem like an endless source of happiness while with us, but few outlive their owners. Loss is as much a part of having a pet as potty training. For some, the loss of a dog or cat is debilitating and the grieving process can take months. Rev. Gary Kowalski, author of Goodbye, Friend and a Unitarian Universalist minister in Santa Fe, New Mexico, contends that the depth of the relationship that we develop with pets emerges from the time we spend with them every day— exercising, feeding, grooming and even sleeping with them. The relationship is pure and uncomplicated, and the pain of separation can be especially intense and profound. The challenge of pet loss is often complicated by the difficult decision to euthanize an aged or suffering animal. “One of the hardest things about having a dog is that sometimes you have to decide to end its life,” says Jon Katz, of upstate

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New York, a New York Times bestselling author of many books about dogs, including Going Home: Finding Peace When Pets Die. “Our job as pet owners is to be an advocate for our pets, making sure they do not suffer. Don’t poison the joy that you shared with your pet with guilt over your decisions,” he says. Katz recommends taking photos of pets and making intentional memories in the time leading up to parting to encourage closure. The same kind of rituals we use to honor and say goodbye to other family members can likewise help ease the pain of a pet’s passing. Owners can gather with loved ones and friends to celebrate the life of their pet with a burial ceremony or memorial. Kowalski likes adding meaningful words. His book includes a variety of readings that pet owners can use in their rituals taken from poems, literature, the Bible and other sacred texts. When a human friend or family member dies, compassion and empathy flows from everyone we meet, but many may not be aware of, or understand, the depth of grief associated with a pet’s death. “Some people feel embarrassed or don’t understand that mourning a deceased pet is a normal process,” explains Julia Harris, a pet bereavement counselor from Ellijay, Georgia, and author of Pet Loss: A Spiritual Guide. Support is essential during times of

grief, and it can be difficult to find an understanding friend to discuss it with. Several online communities are devoted to providing support. An Internet search of “pet loss support” yields a wealth of online resources. In the same way that the belief in an afterlife comforts people of many faith traditions when a person passes, the possibility of the same destiny for pets can offer comfort. “Perhaps one of the most common questions I am asked is whether or not animals have a soul,” explains Harris. “I encourage people to know that the soul, like love, is eternal. It leaves the physical body, but the loving relationship continues.” While there’s no standard timeline for the grieving process, it’s important to keep perspective. Excessive grief can lead to depression. “If the grief is interfering with life and your work, then you may need to seek professional help,” advises Katz. Not even a parent is capable of providing the purely unconditional love we receive from pets. Kowalski views it as a sacred connection, observing that through the unconditional love and acceptance that we receive from our pets, we get a little glimpse of what God’s love must look like. Julianne Hale is a writer and editor for Natural Awakenings and blogs about family life at AnotherGrayHair.WordPress.com.

Helping Children Cope

“Honoring a Pet’s Life”

or many children, the loss of a beloved pet is their first exposure to death, and age-appropriate honesty is the best policy for helping them through this difficult time. Rev. Gary Kowalski advises parents and caregivers to reassure kids that the death of an animal is not something they have to fear, and let them know that the animal is not in pain, is not sleeping and is in a peaceful place. He cautions parents against speaking euphemistically about death to young children. Involving children in the planning of a memorial service for a pet can be therapeutic. Let them talk openly about their favorite memories together and their sadness. Bereavement counselor Julia Harris encourages parents to share stories from their faith traditions that address afterlife. “These stories can help your child best understand that God continues to watch over their pet,” she contends. “This provides a sense of security that the pet is safe and remains with your child in spirit and memory.”

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2015 Mobile and Baldwin County

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DIRECTORY Animal Health 33 Animal Welfare 33 Aerial Arts 33 Ayurveda 33 Beauty 33 Bodywork 33 Cancer Centers 33 Childbirth Preparation 33 Churches 34 Classes & Lectures 34 CSA 34 Counseling/Therapy 34 Crainosacral Therapy 35 Dentistry 35 Doctors 35 Eco-Friendly Products 35 Education/Training 35 Energy Healing 35 Environmental Education 36 Essential Oils 36 Farmers' Markets 36 Feng Shui 36 Fertility Massage 37 Flower Essence Remedies 37 Food & Nutrition 37 Footwear 37

Green Building 38 Green Burial Services 38 Grief Support 38 Hair Services 38 Healing Arts 38 Holistic Wellness 38 Local Foods 38 Local Products 39 Massage Therapy 39 Meal Delivery 39 Medical Services 39 Meditation 39 Movement Classes 40 Networking 40 Organic Foods 40 Past Life Regression 40 Pet Care & Services 40 Pilates 4 1 Produce Clubs 41 Recreation 4 1 Reiki 41 Restaurants 42 Salons 42 Schools 42 Seafood 42 Senior Services 42 Skincare 43 Spirituality 43 Sustainable Living 43 Tai Chi 44 Tea 44 Vegetarian/Vegan 44 Veterinarians 45 Wellness Centers 45 Yoga 45

Please note: The contents of this Healthy and Green Living Directory are for informational purposes only. The information is not intended to be used in place of a visit or consultation with a healthcare professional. Always seek out a practitioner that is licensed, certified or otherwise professionally qualified to conduct a selected treatment, as applicable. 32

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BEAUTY

HEAR THEM SPEAK

B-BUTTERFLY SALON

Animal Communication and Healing Babette de Jongh 251-424-4944 • HearThemSpeak.com

103A North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-990-9934 BButterflySalon.com

Offering telepathic communication, counseling and healing to understand your animal companions and resolve behavior issues. $60 inperson or remote session includes healing with Body Talk, Reiki and Matrix Energetics.

salon offering organic B-Butterfly Aproducts and services

SALON

including hair color, perms and shampoo. Make a difference today in your hair, your life and the Earth. Visit us for a free hair exam today and go organic! Manicures, pedicures and eyebrow waxing also available. See ad, page 6.

ELEGANT LOCS

ANIMAL WELFARE ARC (AWAKENING RESPECT & COMPASSION FOR ALL SENTIENT BEINGS) 251-510-2418 • ARCForAllBeings.org Facebook.com/ARCforallbeings

ARC raises awareness about the impact human activity has on other species and the planet and provides information and tools to help people live with more compassion and more respect for all beings and the living environment, ultimately creating a more compassionate and peaceful world for us all.

Felicher Jones, Natural Hair Stylist 704 Government Street, Mobile 251-654-5448 Sisterlocks™ is a product-free technique for tightly textured hair—enjoy a wash and go lifestyle. Unlimited styling, no hair extensions, small and neat locks. Your non-toxic option. Call for appointment. See ad, page 16.

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Responsible Living • Trina Nicholson Coy, AL 36435 • 334-876-7051 Responsible-Living.myshopify.com Artisan soaps, homemade in Alabama. All natural organic shea butter imported from Ghana, salt and sugar scrubs, detox teas, honey spoons, goat milk soaps, bath biscuits and croker sack spa bags.

AERIAL ARTS THRIVE YOGA & MASSAGE See ad, page 53.

AYURVEDA CYNTHIA GALAS

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205-746-6632 CynthiaGalas@yahoo.com CynthiaGalas.com Cynthia Galas is a personal health coach utilizing Ayurveda and natural foods to reshape bodies and enhance lives. Individual consultations and group sessions. Also offering Ayurvedic and traditional body work, Ayurvedic treatments and yoga instruction.

Available online and at Virginia’s and Fairhope Health Foods 251-504-6202 • ZapahNaturals.com Locally handmade organic bath and body products. Soaps, body scrubs, lotions, body oils, bath salts, herbal bath bags and lip care. Gift sets available. Free shipping!

BODYWORK THRIVE YOGA & MASSAGE

Billie Reinhart, RYT, LMT 251-379-4493 • Thrive@ThriveFairhope.com ThriveFairhope.com Relax and renew with massage and spa treatments (scrubs, wraps and more). Thai Yoga Massage blends a rhythmic flow of gentle stretches and massage tailored to suit the individual. See ad, page 53.

CANCER CENTERS USA MITCHELL CANCER INSTITUTE 1660 Springhill Avenue, Mobile 188 Hospital Drive, Suite 400, Fairhope 251-665-8000 • usamci.com

At USA MCI, we combine leading-edge research with the most advanced diagnostic and treatment tools in order to provide the absolute best cancer care possible. See ad, page 4.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION REGISTERED PRENATAL YOGA

Nancy Bolton Beck, RYT 500, RPYT 713-504-8216 • 251-621-5428 NBoltonBeck@gmail.com • FairhopeYoga.com A consistent prenatal yoga practice helps women prepare for the demands of pregnancy, labor and birth. These classes are specifically designed to enhance and support the profound changes in women's bodies, minds and hearts. Please contact Nancy before attending class.

CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION CLASS Scotty Thomson, RN, BSN, IBCLC ScottyThomsonRN@gmail.com

Childbirth class with a focus on natural childbirth. Classes are from 11 am. to 3 p.m., cost $50. Classes set up on an as needed basis. Private appointments available.

Aerial Yoga: Aerial yoga and aerial silk classes utilize fabric harnesses to suspend the body in the air for a novel fluid and acrobatic form of yoga. Aerial classes are suitable for all experience levels and can be used to relax joints and help realign the body. Ayurveda: Ayurveda (science of life) is a 6,000-year-old philosophy that uses the inherent principles of nature to help maintain health. The goal is detoxification and restoration of overall balance. Ayurveda is recognized by the World Health Organization as an effective health science. natural awakenings

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ANIMAL HEALTH

Churches - Counseling/Therapy

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7 Turtles is a new organization dedicated to fostering an appreciation of and a protective spirit for clean air, water and soil. The name is inspired by the 17 turtle species that can be found in the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta. Until the organization opens up shop in Fly Creek Marina, in Fairhope, canoe, kayak, stand up paddle board and camping gear rentals will be delivered to launch sites within a 60-mile radius of Fairhope. Half-day, fullday and overnight guided eco-tours of Fly Creek, the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, Mobile Bay, Weeks Bay, Magnolia River, Bon Secour Bay and the extensive surrounding freshwater streams can be booked. Environmental education programs, team-building events, wilderness medical training and birthday parties are also offered. Director Anna Bryant says, “We enjoy the outdoors just like you do, and with such a diverse ecosystem at our back door, we want to make it easy for everyone to explore all that our natural surroundings have to offer.” See ad, page 7.

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA): This comprises of a community of individuals that pledge support to a farm operation so the growers and consumers provide mutual support while sharing the risks and benefits of food production. Members, or shareholders, of the farm pledge in advance to cover anticipated farm expenses. In return, they receive shares in the farm's bounty throughout the growing season. Craniosacral Therapy (CST): This manual therapeutic procedure is meant to remedy distortions in the structure and function of the brain and spinal cord, the bones of the skull, the sacrum and its interconnected membranes. Craniosacral work is based upon two major premises: that the bones of the skull can be manipulated because they never completely fuse; and that the pulse of the cerebrospinal fluid can be balanced by a practitioner trained to detect variations in that pulse. Energy Healing: Energy medicine balances a person’s vital life energies (prana) and main energetic centers (the seven chakras), allowing the body to naturally heal. Energy healing modalities encompass biofield, spiritual, contact, distant, therapeutic touch, Reiki or qigong.

CHURCHES

CLASSES & LECTURES

CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING

UNLIMITED HORIZONS OF THE EMERALD COAST

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R e v. S h e r r i e Quander invites you to visit a loving, inclusive s p i r i t u a l community where we aim to make every step we take, every choice we make, every word we speak a conscious one. Sundays at 10 a.m. See ad, page 14.

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Local group presents dynamic speakers and special events focused on enlightening and educational topics including health, consciousness, s p i r i t u a l i t y, i n t e n t i o n , metaphysics, the cosmos and more. Join us monthly on second Sundays. UnlimitedHorizons.org

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COFFEE FAIRHOPE ROASTING COMPANY 361A Commercial Park Drive, Fairhope 251-928-2606 FairhopeRoasting.com

Fairhope Roasting Company is a locally owned, small batch, specialty coffee roaster. S o l d b y : G r e e r ’s Fairhope Market, Sweet Olive Bakery, The Garage, Rae’s Kitchen, Vine Boutique + Salon and B&B Pecan.

COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE (CSA) BEE NATURAL FARM

Justin Taylor, Farm Owner Fairhope 251-367-3238 BeeNaturalFarm549@gmail.com Offering pick-your-own blueberries and a seasonal vegetable membership (community supported agriculture). Find Bee Natural Farm on Facebook for more information.

SEASONS IN THE SUN

13006 Jenkins Pit Road, Spanish Fort 251-423-4381 SeasonsInTheSun.biz Small, family-owned farm committed to producing and providing fresh foods, free of chemicals and preservatives. CSA customers enjoy weekly baskets of produce and grocery items. See our full calendar of fun and educational events online.

COUNSELING/THERAPY CENTER FOR CALM LIVING

Dr. David and Augusta Kantra, Fairhope 251-928-5363 • AKantra@gmail.com CenterForCalmLiving.com Compassionate, knowledgeable therapists with over 20 years experience, providing individual, group and marriage therapy; mindfully-based counseling and workshops; and engaging CALM yoga classes and registered yoga teacher training classes. See ad, page 11.

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ENERGY HEALING

ADVANCED YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

Rosie Bluum 6A South Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-599-5943 • 251-517-5626 Offering Chinese Craniosacral Therapy, a subtle blend of Chinese meridian therapy and craniosacral energy work, that indirectly approaches physical and psychological imbalances. This experience teaches your body to use its own bioelectric immune system. See ad, page 29.

DENTISTRY

Center for CALM Living, Fairhope 251-928-5363 • AKantra@gmail.com CenterForCalmLiving.com

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Animal Communication and Healing Babette de Jongh 251-424-4944 • HearThemSpeak.com

D r. D a v i d a n d Augusta Kantra (both E-RYT500), and Rolf Gates (RolfGates.com), internationally renowned author and yoga teacher, will be conducting a 500-hour advanced yoga teacher training class beginning August 26, 2015. See ad, page 11.

Offering telepathic communication, counseling and healing to understand your animal companions and resolve behavior issues. $60 in-person or remote session includes healing with Body Talk, Reiki and Matrix Energetics.

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING

Becky Ardrey, LMT, E-RYT 251-455-9359 • BeckyArdrey@gmail.com BeHappy-BeWell.com

DR. DAYTON HART, DMD

IAOMT Protocol 225 West Laurel Avenue, Foley 251-943-2471 • DrDaytonHart.com Free book for new patients: Mercury Free Dentistry. Offering ozone; laser (nosuture) gum surgery; testing for compatible materials and cavity-causing bacteria; examine for gum disease and bacteria; laser cavity diagnoses; saliva pH check; oral galvanic screening; no fluoride. See ad, page 23.

200-hour Yoga Alliance certified program. Training will support you whether you want to teach or just deepen your practice. New classes starting monthly.

DOCTORS Dr. T. Barry Nicholson, M.D. 4430 Government Boulevard, B-Unit, Mobile 251-589-7111 • HouseCallMeds.com

ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS THE WILLOW TREE AT ROSIE BLUUM 6A South Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-517-5326 or 251-751-6945 RosieBluum.com

Offering gifts and services that nurture your spirit. Books, card decks, essential oils, Bach Flower Remedies, crystals, salt lamps, incense and organic clothing. Meditation, yoga, massage, MARI, intuitive readings. See ad, page 29.

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The Gulf Coast’s #1 family medicine house call service offering concierge, nursing and doctor visits plus a complete line of private personal care and 30 day, post discharge transitional care.

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1016 Hillcrest Road, Mobile 251-634-8055 AscensionFuneralGroup.com

scension Funerals & Cremations has been serving Mobile and the surrounding communities for 12 years. In addition to traditional funeral and cremation services, Ascension offers natural “green” burials for those wishing to conserve, sustain and protect the Earth by returning to it naturally. A natural burial occurs when the body is returned to the earth and is recycled into new life through a natural process. This eco-friendly burial option differs from traditional funerals because no chemical preservatives are used and the body is placed in a simple wooden or wicker casket containing no manmade materials. The natural burial gravesite is prepared without the use of a vault and interment takes place in the Garden of Oaks, at Spring Hill Memorial Gardens, a perpetual care cemetery in Mobile owned by Ascension Funeral Group. The Garden of Oaks is the only designated natural burial garden in the Mobile region. The expense involved for a natural burial is considerably less than the cost of a traditional funeral. Private or public visitation services are available, as are pre-planning options. Ascension’s professional, experienced and compassionate staff is available to provide additional information and consider it an honor to serve their clients.

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Craniosacral Therapy - Energy Healing

EDUCATION/TRAINING

CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

Environmental Education - Feng Shui

Center for CALM Living

Dr. David and Augusta Kantra 150 South Church Street, Fairhope 251-928-5363 CenterForCalmLiving.com

FARMERS' MARKETS MARKET ON THE HILL 2015

City of Mobile Special Events Department Joanie Stiff, Market Coordinator 251-208-1550 • SpecialEventsMobile.org 2015 Spring/Summer Market on the Hill returns to Lavretta Park, in Mobile on Thursdays, May 21-July 30, 3 - 6 p.m. For more info, see website or call 251-208-1550. See ad, page 27.

ugusta Kantra, E-RYT500, and David Kantra, E-RYT500, have extensive training and experience in yoga, mindfulness, meditation and psychology. Combining these modalities is their passion and has proven to be powerful and transformative for the people with whom they work. David Kantra, Psy.D., is a clinical psychologist and Augusta Kantra is a licensed professional counselor. For more than 20 years, they have maintained a successful private psychotherapy practice specializing in mindfulness-based treatment of individuals, couples and groups. They created the series of workshops and seminars called CALM (Creating Awareness – Living Mindfully), with the intention of helping people develop mindfulness in their day-to-day living. Augusta and David are a dynamic team that brings their experience and training in psychology and yoga together in an engaging, inspiring and heart-opening way. As teachers, they are enthusiastic, knowledgeable and committed. Whether they are teaching CALM workshops, yoga teacher trainings, yoga-assisted self-discovery groups, yoga classes or psychology seminars, they bring themselves wholeheartedly to the endeavor. In August 2015, Augusta and David, in collaboration with renowned yoga teacher and author Rolf Gates, will be conducting a 500-hour teacher training in Fairhope. See ad, page 11.

Essential Oils and Aromatherapy: Aromatherapy is the practice of using volatile plant oils by means of inhalation and topical application to enhance physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual well-being. This method is often used in conjunction with massage therapy, acupuncture, reflexology, herbology and chiropractic or other holistic treatments. Feng Shui: This is the Chinese art of positioning objects according to the laws of Heaven (spiritual) and Earth (natural) to create a living and working environment that facilitates a harmonious and positive flow of energy to improve one’s life. Proper practice of feng shui is meant to create and maintain good health, wealth, relationships and creativity.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL OILS

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Providing eco-tours (half-day, full day and overnight adventures) for individuals and groups. Specializing in w i l d l i f e b i o l o g y, birding, fishing, team building, birthday parties and family fun in the Delta, Mobile Bay, Fly Creek, Fish River, Magnolia River and the Gulf of Mexico. See ad, page 7.

Experience the healing, uplifting and detoxifying benefits of authentic, genuine therapeutic grade essential oils and supplements. Contact us for personal Zyto Wellness readings and wholesale privileges. Wellness classes last Thursday of the month at Prodisee Pantry. See ad, page 11.

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MARKET ON THE SQUARE 2015

City of Mobile Special Events Department Joanie Stiff, Market Coordinator 251-208-1550 • SpecialEventsMobile.org 2015 Spring/Summer Market on the Square returns to Cathedral Square, downtown Mobile, Saturdays, April 25-July 25, 7:30 a.m.noon. 2015 Fall Market on the Square returns Saturdays, October 10-November 21, 7:30 a.m.-noon. For more info, see website or call 251208-1550. See ad, page 27.

FENG SHUI FENGSHUI831

Meryl Hyderally, Feng Shui Design Consultant 251-463-1862 • Meryl@MerylHyderally.com fengshui831.com Utilizing feng shui principles, let us create an o rg a n i z e d a n d productive space that reflects who you are while enhancing your life, personally and professionally. It's about more than aesthetics—holistically designed spaces are conducive to an effortless life. See ad, page 19.

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QIFLOW DESIGNS

Cindi Flowers Certified Feng Shui Consultant 251-290-0206 • QiFlowDesigns.com Learn how to use powerful feng shui solutions to move forward in your life! We offer workshops, private consultations and decluttering services for residential and commercial customers.

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JEN ADAMS, LMT

22787 US 98, Building D, Suite 5, Montrose 251-616-4201 • JenAdamsLMT.info JenAdams.Massage@gmail.com Fertility massage is a combination of techniques used to enhance the health and function of abdominal organs promoting fertility and overall mental emotional and physical well-being. See ad, page 13.

FLOWER ESSENCE REMEDIES

Increase energy and manage stress by finding balance in a life that lets your soul shine. Find true health and vibrancy by fueling your body with clean, nutritious foods. Free initial consultation. See ad, page 53.

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85 North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-517-5800 • ChasingFresh.com 8am-5pm, Mon-Sat, 11am-2pm, Sun Now located in Windmill Market. The only produce market in South Alabama where everything is grown, raised and made in Alabama. Pro duce, honey, dair y, grains, seafood and meat. Delivery available. See ad, page 12.

FAIRHOPE HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center 251-928-0644 • Café: 251-929-0055 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 39 years. Store open 7 days a week. See ad, back cover.

THE HEALTH HUT

680 S. Schillinger, Mobile: 251-633-0485 (Across from Home Depot) 6845 Hwy 90, Daphne: 251-621-1865 (Across from Fresh Market) For 30 years The Health Hut has been the go-to place for high quality, whole-food vitamins, herbs and sport supplements at great prices. Service-oriented, knowledgeable staff. See ad, page 2.

Jim Tripp, Fairhope 251-272-2002 (call or text) Facebook.com/TrippsSandals

3055 A Dauphin Street, Mobile 251-479-3952 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

See ad, page 29.

CHASING FRESH MARKET

TRIPPS SANDALS

VIRGINIA’S HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ II

THE WILLOW TREE AT ROSIE BLUUM

FOOD & NUTRITION

FOOTWEAR

Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 39 years. Store open 7 days a week.

Custom made to fit your feet. Provides health benefits of being barefoot (including better posture and balance) while protecting your sole. Comfortable, durable, fashionable, functional, sustainable, simple! "It feels like being barefoot.”

NAN Provider. See page 46 for details. Get Natural Awakenings here!

Flower Essence Remedies: Homeopathic flower remedies are specifically prepared blossoms of plants used to treat the underlying emotional causes of diseases. Each flower species contains its own healing energy with distinct healing properties and vibrational qualities to assist in the release of negative emotional issues.

Elements Therapeutic Massage 6920 Airport Boulevard, Suite 111, Mobile 251-342-6415 Mobile@ElementsMassage.com ElementsMassage.com/Mobile

fter retiring from her position as nurse manager in Springhill Medical Center’s pediatrics and nursery department, Elements owner Claudia McClure learned about the benefits of regular massage from her daughter, Rebecca Murphy, LMT. The mother-daughter team found it hard to find massage services in Mobile on a regular basis and opened Elements Therapeutic Massage in 2008. “Owning a massage studio has been a natural transition from my prior profession as a nurse. I am drawn to the wellness industry, and believe in the benefit of a healthy lifestyle and preventive care. Massage has proven to be greatly beneficial in my own life, and I love being able to provide this service in my community,” says McClure. Elements’ vision is to deliver an extraordinary wellness experience, one client at a time. Therapists spend time with clients to understand their body's problem areas, learn about their wellness goals and discuss expected outcomes. Employing 12 licensed massage therapists and a knowledgeable front desk staff, Elements is open seven days a week. Same-day appointments are available, walk-ins are welcome and appointments can be made online. Members of Elements’ wellness program enjoy benefits such as a monthly massage and discounted rates. See ad, page 11.

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Fertility Massage - Footwear

THE SOUL SHINE LIFE

FERTILITY MASSAGE

Green Building - Local Foods

GREEN BUILDING

GRIEF SUPPORT

MIKE KERR CONSTRUCTION LLC Certified Green Builder 251-391-4848 MikeKerrConstructionLLC.com

Live green, build green. Specializing in energy efficiency, reclaimed materials, low VOC paints and flooring. Residential new construction and remodeling. See ad, page 13.

SUN-INSPIRED ARCHITECTURE

Debbie Coleman, Architect, AIA, LEED GA 251-341-0509 • Interest08@SunPlans.com SunPlansGulfCoast.com Naturally bright spaces! Designing for delight, durability, comfort and lowenergy. Services range from simple consulting to detailed drawings – starting with your ideas or ours. New construction and renovations.

ASCENSION FUNERALS & CREMATIONS

1016 Hillcrest Road, Mobile 251-634-8055 AscensionFuneralGroup.com Christian-based grief recovery program for all losses. Helping people through the grief process with the goal of transitioning into a renewed life of purpose and fulfillment. Meets every Tuesday from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

HAIR SERVICES ELEGANT LOCS See ad, page 16.

HEALING ARTS PRANIC HEALING IN MOBILE Deana Lannie 251-454-0959

TONSMEIRE CONSTRUCTION

Free healing nights and group meditations every Tuesday. Pranic Healing classes and the advanced technique of Superbrain Yoga. See ad, page 13.

251-928-1655 Info@TonsmeireConstruction.com

Providing high quality building performance and business solutions that contribute to the long term sustainability of our community. Offering green building consulting and construction services for energy efficiency, water efficiency, indoor air quality and procurement and waste management for homes and businesses.

GREEN BURIAL SERVICES ASCENSION FUNERALS & CREMATIONS

1016 Hillcrest Road, Mobile 251-634-8055 AscensionFuneralGroup.com Ascension is a full service funeral home offering traditional funeral and cremation services and merchandise. Ascension also offers natural burials as a “green” and environmentally sustainable alternative that is comparable to the cost of cremation.

ASCENSION LEGACY PLANNERS LLC Galina A. Wingate, Pre-Planning Counselor Forest Lawn & Green Hill Memorial Gardens 251-327-4620

Green Burial Estate Offer: If you do not already own property at one of our locations then contact us to receive a complimentary green burial space on us! (restrictions apply)

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SPIRIT ENLIGHTEN

Renee Adcock, B.Div. Reiki II, Essential Oils Therapy 251-279-0298 • SpiritEnlighten.com Authorized owner and operator, John of God Crystal Light Healing Bed: a modality to cleanse, balance and align your energies to promote healing. Call for more information or an appointment.

HOLISTIC WELLNESS BECKY ARDREY, LMT, E-RYT

Certified Health & Lifestyle Coach 251-455-9359 • BeckyArdrey@gmail.com BeHappy-BeWell.com Your personalized program will radically improve your health and happiness. Together, we will explore concerns specific to you and your body and discover the tools you need for a lifetime of balance. Initial consultation is free!

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THE SOUL SHINE LIFE

Emily Sommerville, RYT, Health Coach TheSoulShineLife@gmail.com • 205-478-4287 TheSoulShineLife.com Increase energy and manage stress by finding balance in a life that lets your soul shine. Find true health and vibrancy by fueling your body with clean, nutritious foods. Free initial consultation. See ad, page 53.

UNLIMITED HORIZONS OF THE EMERALD COAST

850-610-0919 • Info@UnlimitedHorizons.org UnlimitedHorizons.org Local group presents dynamic speakers and special events focused on enlightening and educational topics including health, consciousness, spirituality, intention, metaphysics, the cosmos and more. Join us monthly on second Sundays. UnlimitedHorizons.org

LOCAL FOODS MARKET ON THE HILL & MARKET ON THE SQUARE

Lavretta Park and Cathedral Square, Mobile 251-208-1550 • SpecialEventsMobile.org Spring/Summer Market on the Square in Cathedral Square, downtown Mobile: Saturdays, April 25-July 25 and the Fall Market on the Square: Saturdays, October 10-November 21. Spring/Summer Market on the Hill: Lavretta Park on Thursdays, May 21-July 30. See ad, page 27.

ORIGINAL OYSTER HOUSE

On the Causeway, Spanish Fort • 251-626-2188 701 Highway 59, Gulf Shores • 251-948-2445 OriginalOysterHouse.com A "must-go-to" place for fresh Gulf seafood, great service, Southern hospitality and panoramic waterfront sunsets. Handshucked and fire-grilled oysters; legendary homemade gumbo and cheesy grits with blackened shrimp; famous peanut butter chocolate chip pie. Patrons, employees and children are welcomed as family. See ad, page 3.

MEDICAL SERVICES

WINDMILL MARKET

HOUSE CALL — FAMILY MEDICINE

85 North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-990-8883 WindmillMarket.org

Dr. T. Barry Nicholson, M.D. 4430 Government Boulevard, B-Unit, Mobile 251-589-7111 • HouseCallMeds.com

Local market with three restaurants, a gourmet grocery and produce market, local artists booths, live music every weekend, southern craft beers on tap and more! Home of Sweet Olive Bakery & Cafe, MaryAnn's Deli, Mister John's BBQ, Frio's Gourmet Popsicles and Chasing Fresh Local Grocery. Spend the day eating, shopping, visiting with neighbors at downtown Fairhope's must-see market!

MASSAGE THERAPY BECKY ARDREY, LMT, E-RYT

251-455-9359 • BeckyArdrey@gmail.com BeHappy-BeWell.com Experience the healing benefits of therapeutic massage. Each session is customized to meet your wellness needs. By appointment only.

The Gulf Coast’s #1 family medicine house call service offering concierge, nursing and doctor visits plus a complete line of private personal care and 30 day, post discharge transitional care.

MEDITATION BETSEY GRADY

Founder of Rosie Bluum 6A S Bancroft Street, Fairhope • 251-517-5626 BetseyGrady.com • RosieBluum.com Certified MARI® practitioner, Reiki master, meditation teacher and natural intuitive. Experience peace of mind, find clarity and reconnect with your own power by learning to go within. Group classes and one-on-one instruction available. See ad, page 29.

Massage Therapy: Rubbing or kneading the body to encourage relaxation, healing and well-being. Benefits also include increased circulation and detoxification and reduced physical and emotional stress. More than 100 methods of massage are available. Meditation: Meditation is the act of spending time in quiet thought. As a spiritual practice, meditation is used to facilitate a mystical sense of oneness with a higher power or the universe. Methods and practices to achieve a meditative state are based upon principles that encourage an individual to engage in thought or contemplation.

Fairhope Health Foods

ELEMENTS THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center, Fairhope 251-928-0644

6920 Airport Boulevard, Suite 111, Mobile 251-342-6415 Mobile@ElementsMassage.com

Not all massage is created equal. Our therapists listen to your needs and employ the proper techniques to deliver a truly therapeutic experience. Experience the benefits of massage and discover the positive effect it can have on your body and well-being. Schedule an appointment today. Walk-ins welcome! ElementsMassage.com/Mobile. See ad, page 11.

JEN ADAMS, LMT See ad, page 13.

MEAL DELIVERY THE PURE VEGAN Tracey Glover 251-510-2418 ThePureVegan.com

The Pure Vegan helps people live healthier lives through better The Pure Vegan nutrition and mindful living by offering an organic, plant-based weekly meal delivery service, cooking classes, as well as yoga teacher training and weekly yoga and meditation classes.

Virginia’s Health Foods 3055 A Dauphin Street, Mobile 251-479-3952 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

airhope Health Foods, the first health food store in Lower Alabama, opened in 1975, and Virginia’s Health Foods, in Mobile, opened the following year. Both stores continue to have a strong customer base because of the one-on-one attention their staff provides and the quality products that they carry. In addition to an extensive inventory of supplements and health foods (including fresh, organic produce), both stores stock a variety of products such as natural cosmetics, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, natural pet food and fair trade gifts. The businesses also provide a wealth of free educational information, including a cosmetic ingredients dictionary and many health-related publications. This year, Virginia’s has moved to the Midtown Mart Shopping Center, on the corner of Dauphin and Sage. Owner Lynnora Ash says, “The new store is much bigger and better and we look forward to serving all of our loyal customers there.” Fairhope and Virginia’s strive to keep the lifestyle they promote affordable by stocking a range of brands at different price points and offering monthly promotions. Garden of Life products are always 20 percent off, and all supplements are marked 15 percent off every Sunday. See ad, back cover.

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Local Products - Meditation

LOCAL PRODUCTS

Movement Classes - Pet Care & Services

ORGANIC FOODS

fengshui831

FAIRHOPE HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ

Meryl Hyderally, Feng Shui Consultant 251-463-1862 Meryl@MerylHyderally.com FengShui831.com

fengshui 831

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center 251-928-0644 • Café: 251-929-0055 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

engshui831 is a design consulting business that helps individuals incorporate feng shui principles into their homes and businesses. In doing so, clients experience a new awareness of how they and their living environments influence each other. Owner Meryl Hyderally has developed a unique philosophical approach to design that utilizes ancient feng shui tools and guidelines in a modern, yet simple way. Her services include Nine Star Ki analysis for personal and business purposes, home organization consults and furniture placement, as well as design consultations for home renovations and new construction. Her clients range from a young, first-time homeowner wanting to create a harmonious home for himself to a woman that enjoys a home check-up each new year to help her family navigate a balanced approach to living. Hyderally’s favorite clients are her children. When he was younger, the walls of her son’s room, each painted a different color, mirrored his vibrant energy and involvement in numerous activities. His interests were as broad as the spectrum in a rainbow. His room now represents strength (metal) and glory (fire), and the whole family enjoys the sounds of heavy metal from AC/DC and Led Zeppelin alternating with the glorious music of Beethoven. Hyderally says, “Feng shui is fun! I love supporting my clients as they find the best of who they are and then have it reflected back at them in their living and working environments.” See ad, page 19.

See ad, back cover.

Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 39 years. Store open 7 days a week.

VIRGINIA’S HEALTH FOODS AND THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ II 3055 A Dauphin Street, Mobile 251-479-3952 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

See ad, back cover.

Comprehensive health food store and organic café serving the public for 39 years. Store open 7 days a week.

PAST LIFE REGRESSION THERAPY REBECCA SALONSKY, MS

Counseling and Psychology • Hypnotist Rosie Bluum, Fairhope 251-928-1241 • Ellen2012@bellsouth.net Become curious about your soul's journey, resolve your past, release a family pattern, look for self-healing within the body or find meaning and purpose in your life with this gentle, safe and enlightening modality. See ad, page 29.

PET CARE & SERVICES HEAR THEM SPEAK Natural Awakenings Network (NAN) cardholders receive discounts at these businesses. See page 46 for details.

Animal Communication and Healing Babette de Jongh 251-424-4944 • HearThemSpeak.com

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O ff e r i n g t e l e p a t h i c communication, counseling and healing to understand your animal companions and resolve behavior issues. $60 in-person or remote session includes healing with Body Talk, Reiki and Matrix Energetics.

MOVEMENT CLASSES AERIAL AND HULA HOOP CLASSES Thrive Yoga & Massage 251-379-4493 • Thrive@ThriveFairhope.com ThriveFairhope.com

Aerial yoga (in a swing) and silks is an all levels exercise using a fabric apparatus. Hoop and aerial dances are rhythmic, low impact cardio workouts that strengthen and improve coordination. Anyone can hoop with the right size hoop. See ad, page 53.

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NETWORKING MOBILE BAY GREEN DRINKS

Fairhope & Mobile • 251-279-7517 MobileBayGreenDrinks@gmail.com Facebook.com/MobileBayGreenDrinks An informal yet engaging happy hour with likemobile bay minded folks every second Tuesday in Fairhope and every third Wednesday in Mobile. Connect with other progressive people in our area. Sponsorship, speaker and catering opportunities available. See ad, page 16.

GREEN DRINKS

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MOBILE PET CEMETERY

600 Pierce Road, Mobile 251-607-0102 • AscensionFuneralGroup.com

Mobile Pet Cemetery offers a peaceful, final resting place to honor and memorialize pets. Mobile Pet Cemetery also offers burial services and merchandise, preplanning arrangements and perpetual care cemetery grounds. See ad, page 29.

Pilates - Reiki

PILATES

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PRODUCE CLUBS WINDMILL MARKET’S PRODUCE CLUB

85 North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-990-8883 Info@WindmillMarket.org A weekly delivery of local and seasonal fruits, veggies, organic milk, cheese, grass-fed beef and more delivered from Baldwin County farms to your table every week! Six box sizes to fit your family's needs. Home delivery and Mobile pickup option also available!

RECREATION

Pilates: Pilates is a structured system of small, isolated movements that demand powerful focus on every nuance of muscle action while working out on floor mats or machines. This technique emphasizes development of the torso’s abdominal power center, or core, and yields long, lean flexible muscles. Reiki: A healing practice originated in Japan in the 1920s. Light hand placements channel supposed healing energies to organs and glands and work to increase feelings of relaxation.

17 TURTLES OUTFITTERS 251-928-8623 Info@17TurtlesOutfitters.org 17TurtlesOutfitters.org

Providing eco-tours (half-day, full day and overnight adventures) for individuals and groups. Specializing in wildlife biology, birding, fishing, team building, birthday parties and family fun in the Delta, Mobile Bay, Fly Creek, Fish River, Magnolia River and the Gulf of Mexico. See ad, page 7.

REIKI ALABAMA HEALING ARTS (AHA)

6304 Cottage Hill Road, Mobile 251-753-1937 • Info@AlabamaHealingArts.com AlabamaHealingArts.com Experience a gentle, effective form of energywork that improves health, reduces stress, increases relaxation and speeds the healing process. Receive an inperson session or distance treatment from Reiki Master Teacher (RMT) certified since 2002. Or learn to use on yourself and others in Level I, II and RMT certification trainings. See ad, page 53.

Hear Them Speak Telepathic Animal Communication and Healing Babette deJongh 251-424-4944 Babette@BabettedeJongh.com HearThemSpeak.com

abette de Jongh has experienced spontaneous telepathic communication with animals throughout her life and learned to access this ability consistently from Penelope Smith, a well-known pioneer in the field. Telepathic animal communication and counseling are powerful tools for strengthening relationships and resolving behavioral issues in a multi-species household. De Jongh is also a trained practitioner of Body Talk, Reiki and Matrix Energetics; energy healing modalities capable of healing animals, people and situations—often when all else has failed. According to de Jongh, animals have wisdom to offer and many animal family members feel a great frustration at their human’s lack of ability to receive the help they are here to give. Open communication between all species contributes to a more harmonious existence and can help both animal and human family members achieve greater physical and spiritual well-being. Sessions are especially helpful when a beloved pet is aging or ill and the human is faced with end-of-life care decisions. De Jongh also communicates with lost pets and those that have passed on. “I feel it is my mission in life to give animals a voice and to help humankind understand the deep connection we share with animals,” she says.

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Restaurants - Senior Services

Market on the Hill Lavretta Park, Mobile

Market on the Square Cathedral Square, downtown Mobile 251-208-1550 SpecialEventsMobile.org

he city of Mobile’s Market on the Hill and Market on the Square offer seasonal farmers’ markets to Mobile and surrounding communities. Featuring locally grown, harvested and produced items, including art, the markets have been recognized as a Top Market in Alabama by the American Farmland Trust. They are also the only certified farmers’ market in the heart of downtown Mobile or in the city’s park system. “We believe that buying local is good for your health and good for the local economy. Plus, fresh, local food just tastes better,” says Special Events Coordinator Joanie Stiff. Market on the Square is open from 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturdays from April 25 to July 25 and again in the fall from October 10 to November 21. Market on the Hill is open from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursdays from May 21 to July 30. See ad, page 27.

SWEET OLIVE BAKERY & CAFE

RESTAURANTS

85 North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 251-990-8883 SweetOlive.co

ORIGINAL OYSTER HOUSE On the Causeway, Spanish Fort 251-626-2188 701 Highway 59, Gulf Shores 251-948-2445 OriginalOysterHouse.com

A "must-go-to" place for fresh Gulf seafood, great service, Southern hospitality and panoramic waterfront sunsets. Hand-shucked and fire-grilled oysters; legendary homemade gumbo and cheesy grits with blackened shrimp; famous peanut butter chocolate chip pie. Patrons, employees and children are welcomed as family. See ad, page 3.

THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center Fairhope: 251-929-0055 3055 A Dauphin Street Mobile: 251-479-3952 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com Organic café featuring a fusion of ethnic and local cuisine. Organic food, free-range meat, vegan and allergen-free options. Menu online. Call for daily specials. Catering and take-out available. See ad, back cover.

Mobile / Baldwin Edition

Open for breakfast and lunch seven days/week serving artisan baked goods; fresh squeezed juices and smoothies; daily lunch specials like fish tacos and poboys; delicious food to go; hot breakfast plates and more! Open Fridays until 9 p.m. serving artisan pizzas with fresh local toppings. Live music, wine and beer. Bring the family.

SCHOOLS ALABAMA HEALING ARTS (AHA)

6304 Cottage Hill Road, Mobile 251-753-1937 • Info@AlabamaHealingArts.com AlabamaHealingArts.com Want to wake up excited to go to work? Have a fulfilling career that energizes you and others? Become a licensed massage therapist, yoga instructor, Reiki practitioner or all three! Enroll today in AHA’s 650hour massage therapy program or one of our weekends-only yoga teacher trainings or Reiki certification trainings. CE's also available. See ad, page 53.

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WEINACKER’S MONTESSORI EASTERN SHORE (LAKE FOREST)

28765 North Main Street, Daphne 251-259-5037 • WeinackersMontessori.com Founded in 1969, our mission is to have fun while enabling each child to learn and develop. Ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Schedule a tour today! See ad, page 23.

WEINACKER’S MONTESSORI HILLCREST - MOBILE

227 Hillcrest Road, Mobile 251-259-5037 • WeinackersMontessori.com Founded in 1969, our mission is to have fun while enabling each child to learn and develop. Ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Schedule a tour today! See ad, page 23.

WEINACKER’S MONTESSORI UNIVERSITY - MOBILE

513 Georgian Drive, Mobile 251-259-5037 • WeinackersMontessori.com Founded in 1969, our mission is to have fun while enabling each child to learn and develop. Ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Schedule a tour today! See ad, page 23.

SEAFOOD ORIGINAL OYSTER HOUSE

SENIOR SERVICES HOUSE CALL — FAMILY MEDICINE

Dr. T. Barry Nicholson, M.D. 4430 Government Boulevard, B-Unit, Mobile 251-589-7111 • HouseCallMeds.com The Gulf Coast’s #1 family medicine house call service offering concierge, nursing and doctor visits plus a complete line of private personal care and 30 day, post discharge transitional care.

Skincare - Sustainable Living

SKINCARE Sustainability: This encompasses a way of living which causes minimal long-term effects. Both present and future needs are met without exhausting natural resources or causing severe ecological damage.

NATALIA LARSON LICENSED ESTHETICIAN

Therapeutic Arts Massage and Bodywork 7221-C Grelot Road, Mobile, AL 36695 251-635-6638 (cell) • Clson@msn.com Facials according to your unique skin needs and concerns. Redness relief; revitalizing with LED; microcurrent muscle tightening; anti-aging massage; variety of peels; moisture infusion. The skin results you always desired!

SPIRITUALITY UNLIMITED HORIZONS OF THE EMERALD COAST

SUSTAINABLE LIVING MIDDLE EARTH HEALING AND LEARNING CENTER

20205 Middle Earth Road, Citronelle 251-866-7204 • MiddleEarthHealing.com Middle Earth offers workshops on permaculture, rainwater harvesting, graywater recycling, shiitake mushroom cultivation, composting, soil building, chemical-free gardening, aquaponics, real food, natural medicine making, reconnecting with Mother Earth and medicinal aromatherapy. See ad, page 12.

The Pure Vegan

251-510-2418 Tracey@ThePureVegan.com ThePureVegan.com

he Pure Vegan helps people live healthier lives through better nutrition and mindful living by offering an organic, plantbased meal delivery service, cooking classes and yoga and meditation classes. Pure Vegan owner and Chef Tracey Glover, a registered yoga teacher, former healthcare attorney and now a writer, says her wellness philosophy is grounded in the conviction that all things are interconnected. She is passionate about changing lives through food. “The health and wellness choices that are best for our personal health will also benefit the planet and the other creatures with whom we share the planet. Eating a plant-based diet is a central component of respecting and living in harmony with this interconnection,” says Glover. While many of her customers are interested in transitioning to or sustaining a plant-based diet, customers order The Pure Vegan’s delicious meals for a variety of reasons. Some are coping with health issues, some struggle to find time to cook healthy meals when life gets busy or new babies arrive, and many are simply trying to lose weight or reduce the temptation of fast food on their way home from work. Glover points out, “I cook with love, and I think people feel that!” Glover also recently co-founded a local nonprofit called ARC (Awakening Respect and Compassion for all Sentient Beings). Their mission is to raise awareness of how human activity impacts other species and the environment and how to make choices that benefit us all. Part of ARC's outreach will include offering a monthly vegan dinner at Plantation Antique Galleries, in Mobile.

MOBILE BAY GREEN DRINKS

GREEN DRINKS

Find joy in everything you choose to do. Every job, relationship, home... it’s your responsibility to love it or change it. ~Chuck Palahniuk

SUN-INSPIRED ARCHITECTURE See Green Building listing, page 38.

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Tai Chi - Vegetarian/Vegan

TAI CHI Tai Chi and Qigong: Tai chi and qigong combine movement, meditation and breath regulation to enhance the flow of vital energy (qi) in the body, improve circulation and enhance immune function. When the gentle movements of Qigong mixed with the animal style martial arts, it became Tai Chi.

BLUE WILLOW WELLNESS

Jude Forsyth, Qigong/Tai Chi Teacher 850-226-9355 www.BlueWillowWellness.com AM/PM Qigong and Tai Chi classes in Midtown Mobile and Theodore; private and company classes also available.

Vegetarianism: The voluntary abstinence from eating meat and/or other animal products for religious, health and/or ethical reasons. Lacto-ovo vegetarians supplement their plant-based diet with dairy products and eggs. Lacto vegetarians eat dairy products, but not eggs; ovo vegetarians include eggs, but no dairy; and vegans do not eat any animal-derived products at all. Yoga: Yoga originated 5,000 years ago in India, designed as a means to release tension in the body, bring calmness to the mind and provide an ethical code to live by. The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root yuj, meaning to yoke or unite, and refers to the integration of physical and mental exercises designed to unite body, mind and spirit.

Soul Shine Yoga

10025 County Road 64, Ste. 1, Daphne 251-391-0109 • ZenTeaFairhope@gmail.com LivingZenTea.com • Find us on Facebook A tea shop offering premium tea, herbs and tea accessories from around the world. Uplift your energy and spirit and experience all the healthy benefits of tea. (Location: corner of Highways 64 and 181)

THE PURE VEGAN Tracey Glover 251-510-2418 ThePureVegan.com

oul Shine Yoga opened in 2014 to inspire and empower the Eastern Shore community to shine brightly. The studio offers both heated and unheated classes to melt away stress and tension while connecting body, mind and spirit. Primarily offering vinyasa yoga, the studio provides students with the opportunity to sweat out toxins in heated power classes or slow down and gain a new perspective in unheated slow flow and yin yoga classes. The studio also offers weekly Yoga Kids classes. Soul Shine is home to Yoga Alliance registered yoga teachers that are committed to high standards and continuing education so that they may serve and inspire students in a safe, supportive environment. By regularly hosting workshops, Soul Shine helps students maintain a dynamic practice with many opportunities to take their yoga journey to the next level. The studio also facilitates ways for the Soul Shine community to be of service to the greater community by supporting a different local nonprofit each month. Owner Emily Sommerville, RYT, says, “We are about creating community in the studio and along the Eastern Shore. We’re committed to live with intention and let our souls shine, both on and off the mat!” See ad, page 53.

Mobile / Baldwin Edition

ZEN TEA

VEGETARIAN/VEGAN

103-B North Bancroft Street, Fairhope 205-478-4287 TheSoulShineLife@gmail.com TheSoulShineLife.com

TEA

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THE SUNFLOWER CAFÉ

Sunflower Café

THE HOLISTIC VETERINARY CENTER

280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center Fairhope: 251-929-0055 3055 A Dauphin Street Mobile: 251-479-3952 Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

2565 Dauphin Street, Mobile 251-263-5019 CreatingWellBeings.com

Real options for real healing! Through appropriate diet, natural remedies and treatments such as homeopathy, acupuncture, chiropractic, herbal medicine and nutritional supplements, bring your animal’s body back into balance, for a slow and gentle return to health and wellness.

WELLNESS CENTERS ALABAMA HEALING ARTS (AHA)

6304 Cottage Hill Road, Mobile 251-753-1937 • Info@AlabamaHealingArts.com AlabamaHealingArts.com AHA’s compassionate, educated and experienced staff provides one stop for your health and wellness needs. Services integrate massage therapy, including deep tissue, warm stone; Reiki and energywork; therapeutic movement in yoga, qigong; organic nutrition and skincare options; and holistic counseling/coaching. Packages available for multimodality experiences. See ad, page 53.

YOGA CENTER FOR CALM LIVING

Dr. David and Augusta Kantra, Fairhope 251-928-5363 • AKantra@gmail.com CenterForCalmLiving.com Join Augusta Kantra, E-RYT500 on Saturday (7:30 a.m.) and Monday (8 a.m.) mornings for inspirational and alignment based CALM Yoga classes at Creative Outlet (66 South Section Street, Fairhope). Earn “Inspiration Tokens!” All levels. See ad, page11.

PNEUMA YOGA/MOVEMENT STUDIO 1901 Main Street, Daphne 251-458-6506 Pneuma-Yoga-Movement.com

Pneuma is a Christcentered studio offering classes 6 days a week for students from beginner to advanced. Teachers are certified and experienced and a nursery is available during some classes.

Veterinarians - Yoga

VETERINARIANS

he Sunflower Café and Sunflower Café II bring a fusion of ethnic and local cuisine to the bay area, incorporating all natural and organic ingredients for a delicious and unique dining experience. Sunflower Café’s Head Chef Troy Kline explains, “This experience is fostered by our passion for wholesome cuisine made fresh to order and our accommodating service, all provided within a relaxed atmosphere. Because we make everything from scratch with the freshest ingredients, we know what is in each dish we serve, so we are able to cater to special diets and make something for even the most sensitive guest to enjoy.” Both cafés are open for lunch (Fairhope serves Sunday brunch and dinner on Thursdays and Fridays, as well) and feature organic and food allergy-sensitive menus with kid-friendly options. While vegetarian and vegan options are available, the menus include items with free-range meats and poultry. Complete menus are available online. See ad, back cover.

SHANTI WARRIOR LIVING YOGA

THRIVE YOGA & MASSAGE

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21441 Highway 98 East, Foley NatsTrinityYoga@gmail.com TinyURL.com/TrinityYogaFoleyAL Enjoy yoga in a rural setting just a few miles from downtown Foley. Visit our quiet, natural setting to enjoy asana (yoga poses), pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditation. Hatha yoga classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 a.m. and Wednesdays at 6 p.m.

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Breast Friends Forever Breast Cancer Support Group – 5:30pm. Breast Friends Forever (BFF) breast cancer support group meets at Mitchell Cancer Institute on the 1st Tuesday of each month. Free. Mobile. For information or to join, contact Darlene Chavers: 251-631-3989.

Colorectal and Ostomy Support Group – 5:30pm. 3rd Tuesdays. Free. Thomas Hospital Medical Bldg, Ste 400, Fairhope. For info or to join, contact Barbara Phillips: 770-312-8638 or Barbara@PhillipsAndCompany.com.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Usui Reiki Level I Certification Weekend – 9:30am-5:30pm. Feb 7-8. Renew or begin your healing journey with Reiki. Julie is an experienced teacher and you will have plenty of hands on training in this weekend certification workshop. Be prepared for self Reiki or working with others. MoonSunEarth.com/reiki.html. $250 prepaid/$300 at the door. Reiki Center of Fairhope, Fairhope. Julie: 251-504-5328. ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail. com. ReikiCenterofFairhope.com/events. Baldwin County Food Producers Forum – 1-4pm. Local Food Production Initiative presents a forum featuring four people involved in local food production/distribution in Baldwin County. Speakers include Anita Craine (Craine Creek Farms), Christel Hixson (Hillcrest Farm), Jimmy Jones and Chase Corte. $5 donation. Homestead Village Ballroom, Fairhope. Mike Healy: MJHealy@gulftel.com. Mystic Mutts of Revelry Parade (MMOR) – 1pm. 12th annual MMOR has a theme of "Superheroes to the Rescue". While there is a fee for participating in the parade, no cost to watch! $30 for one mutt with two escorts. Fairhope. 251-929-3980. HavenForAnimals.org.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Green Drinks Fairhope – 5-7pm. Every 2nd Tues. Join us for an informal yet engaging happy hour with like-minded folks. With a local drink in one hand and environmental concerns in the other, connect with other progressive people in our area. Brief speaker at 6pm. Open to the public. Free to attend except the cost of your drinks. Fairhope Brewing Company, 914 Nichols Ave, Fairhope. 251-279-7517. MobileBayGreenDrinks@gmail.com. Facebook. com/MobileBayGreenDrinks.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14 Pet Adoption – 11am-3pm. The Haven's monthly adoption: 2nd Chances on the 2nd Saturday. Free. Petsmart, Eastern Shore Shopping Plaza. 251-9293980. HavenForAnimals.org.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Colorectal and Ostomy Support Group – 5:30pm. 3rd Mondays. Free. Mobile Infirmary Wound Care Center, 1721 Springhill Ave, Mobile. For info or to join, contact Barbara Phillips: 770-312-8638 or Barbara@PhillipsAndCompany.com.

Trigeminal Neuralgia Support Group – 5:30pm. 3rd Tuesdays. Mitchell Cancer Institute, Mobile. Free. For info or to join, contact Dennise Bunch: 251-445-9616.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 Green Drinks Mobile – 5-7pm. Every 3rd Wed. Join us for an informal yet engaging happy hour with like-minded folks. With a local drink in one hand and environmental concerns in the other, connect with other progressive people in our area. Open to the public. Free to attend except the cost of your drinks. Alchemy Tavern, 7 S Joachim St, Mobile. MobileBayGreenDrinks@gmail.com. Facebook. com/MobileBayGreenDrinks.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Quantum-Touch Level I with Julie E Brent – 9:30am-5:30pm. Feb 21-22. Certified Instructor: Julie E Brent. Quantum-Touch works deep on a cellular level, raising your energy, creating an environment for your innate healing intelligence to activate. No experience needed. More at QuantumTouch.com. Massage MT- NCTMB-CEs 13. $400 at the door/prepaid three weeks in advance $350. Reiki Center of Fairhope, Fairhope. Julie: 251-504-5328. ReikiCenterOfFairhope@gmail. com. ReikiCenterofFairhope.com/events.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Monthly Educational Support Group – 12pm. Navigating Cancer: Resources Available at USA MCI. Facilitated by Cathy Tinnea, Patient Navigation; Elise Labbe-Coldsmith, PhD, Psychological Support; Julie Estis, PhD, Speech Pathology Support; Austin Cadden, MPH, Clinical Trials. Free. Mobile. RSVP Kristen Van Buren: 251-445-9647.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26 Get in the RED – 6:30pm. Healthy Blood=Happy Heart! Searching for energy and stamina, relief from aches and pains and a way to rejuvenate your potential? Come explore all that Young Living has to offer in its essential oil infused anti-oxidant formula, NingXia Red! $5 donation to the food pantry. Prodisee Food Pantry, 9315 Spanish Fort Blvd, Spanish Fort. 850-380-4943. LaurieAzzarella@gmail.com. Laurie.MarketingScents.com.

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Arbor Day Celebration – 10am-12pm. Awards ceremony and tree seedling giveaway. Seedlings available include Southern Sugar Maple, Pawpaw, American Hornbeam, Pignut Hickory, Fringetree, Green Ash, Sand Live Oak, Turkey Oak, American Snowbell, Pondcypress, Sassafras, Eastern Redcedar. Faulkner State College Campus, Fairhope. 251-929-1466. COFairhope.com. Dancing With the Devas – 10am-3pm. We are living in a time of transformation. During ascension our bodies must assimilate the higher vibrations of light. We will journey into the heart of Mother and reconnect with her healing power and the consciousness of the plants and trees. Donation based. Middle Earth Healing and Learning Center, 20205 Middle Earth Rd, Citronelle. 251-866-7204. MidEarthHealing@ yahoo.com. MiddleEarthHealing.com. Earth-Heart Activations with Julie E Brent – 10am-5pm. A special day for getting your heart connected with the Earth! Series of sacred geometry activations along with an incredible way to breathe that will forever keep you grounded. Long lasting healing tools learned in this one day event. Are you ready? $88. Reiki Center of Fairhope, Fairhope. Julie: 251-504-5328. ReikiCenterOfFairhope@ gmail.com. ReikiCenterOfFairhope.com/events.

SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Being Well Expo – Mar 21-22. 10am-6pm. This expo will focus on mind, body and spirit. We’ll have a variety of vendors, authors and private practitioners under one roof to educate, experience, sample and entertain its patrons on matters of the mind, body and spirit. $7. DoubleTree Hotel, 2150 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062. 504-708-8353. BeingWellExpo@gmail.com. BeingWellExpo.com.

TUESDAY, APRIL 14 Green Drinks Earth Day Celebration – 5-7pm. Celebrate Earth Day with Green Drinks! Live music, vendors, food. Free to attend except the cost of your drinks. Fairhope Brewing Company, 914 Nichols Ave, Fairhope. 251-279-7517. MobileBayGreenDrinks@gmail.com. Facebook. com/MobileBayGreenDrinks.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17 Wisdom of the Earth Level I Medicinal Aromatherapy Certification – Apr 17-19. CEUs available for LMTs. Middle Earth Healing and Learning Center, 20205 Middle Earth Rd, Citronelle. 251-866-7204. MidEarthHealing@yahoo. com. MiddleEarthHealing.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18 Earth Day Mobile Bay – 10am. Alabama’s largest Earth Day celebration. Free. Fairhope Pier Park, Fairhope. EarthDayMobileBay.org.

FRIDAY, APRIL 24 17 Turtle Outfitter’s Canoe Journey – Apr 24-26. For info visit 17TurtlesOutfitters.org. 251-928-8623. Info@17TurtlesOutfitters.org.

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12 month in-depth training in the art of teaching and the study of yoga as a vehicle for transformation. The aim of this training is to develop your personal vision and the commitment to realize that vision. Early registration discount offered. Center For Calm Living, Fairhope. 251-928-5363. AKantra@gmail. com. CenterForCalmLiving.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 25 Spring/Summer Market on the Square Opening Day – 7:30am-12pm. The Spring/Summer market will be open Saturdays, Apr 25-Jul 25. Local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, soaps, live music and more. Cathedral Square, downtown Mobile. 251-208-1550. SpecialEventsMobile.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 2 Taste of the Farm – 6pm. 6 local chefs preparing a 6 course meal each. This dinner is an event evening. Guest will choose a winner for best food courses. More info about this dinner and all other dinners, classes and events found online. $115. Spanish Fort. SeasonsInTheSun.biz.

FRIDAY, MAY 15 Hangout Music Fest – May 15-17. Featuring over 70 bands on the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores. 2015 headliners include Foo Fighters, Zac Brown Band and Beck. HangoutMusicFest.com.

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and ocean lovers. Half and full day options. Ages 5-12. New this year: fun with LEGO, team building and nature photography! $125 half day/$225 full day. Orange Beach. OceanCamp@gmail.com. Facebook.com/oceancamp/info.

Dancing With the Devas – 10am-3pm. We are living in a time of transformation. During ascension our bodies must assimilate the higher vibrations of light. We will journey into the heart of Mother and reconnect with her healing power and the consciousness of the plants and trees. Donation based. Middle Earth Healing and Learning Center, 20205 Middle Earth Rd, Citronelle. 251-866-7204. MidEarthHealing@ yahoo.com. MiddleEarthHealing.com.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26 Wisdom of the Earth Level I Medicinal Aromatherapy Certification – Jun 26-28. CEUs available for LMTs. Middle Earth Healing and Learning Center, 20205 Middle Earth Rd, Citronelle. 251-866-7204. MidEarthHealing@yahoo. com. MiddleEarthHealing.com.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 Alabama Coastal BirdFest – Oct 1-3. 3-day birding and nature festival with guided tours in Baldwin and Mobile counties, speakers, dinner events at 5 Rivers and free, family-friendly Bird & Conservation Expo (Oct. 3 in Fairhope). Tours and evening events require adv. registration. Fairhope and Spanish Fort. AlabamaCoastalBirdFest.com.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11

Spring/Summer Market on the Hill Opening Day – 3-6pm. The Spring/Summer market will be open Thursdays, May 21-Jul 30. Local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, soaps, live music and more. Lavretta Park, Mobile. 251-208-1550. SpecialEventsMobile.org.

Green Drinks End of Summer Market – 5-7pm. Celebrate the end of summer with Green Drinks! Children’s activities, live music, vendors, food. Free to attend except the cost of your drinks. Fairhope Brewing Company, 914 Nichols Ave, Fairhope. 251279-7517. MobileBayGreenDrinks@gmail.com. Facebook.com/MobileBayGreenDrinks.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 Fall Market on the Square Opening Day – 7:30am-12pm. The Fall market will be open Saturdays, Oct 10-Nov 21. Local produce, baked goods, honey, flowers, soaps, live music and more. Cathedral Square, downtown Mobile. 251-2081550. SpecialEventsMobile.org.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 Wisdom of the Earth level I Medicinal Aromatherapy Certification – Oct 16-18. CEUs available for LMTs. Middle Earth Healing and Learning Center, 20205 Middle Earth Rd, Citronelle. 251-866-7204. MidEarthHealing@yahoo. com. MiddleEarthHealing.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Fairhope Film Festival – Nov 12-15. A film lover's film festival, offering participants the opportunity to see world-class award-winning films in a unique, picturesque location. FairhopeFilmFestival.org.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8 Green Drinks Gift Market – 5-7pm. Tis the season to be green. Shop for eco-friendly gifts from local vendors. Live music, food, beer specials. Free to attend except the cost of your drinks. Fairhope Brewing Company, 914 Nichols Ave, Fairhope. 251-279-7517. MobileBayGreenDrinks@gmail. com. Facebook.com/MobileBayGreenDrinks.

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sunday Discounts on Supplements – Every Sunday get 15% off supplements at Fairhope Health Foods (251-9280644) and Virginia's Health Foods (251-479-3952). 280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center, Fairhope and 3055 A Dauphin St, Mobile. VA-FairhopeHealthFoods.com. Center for Spiritual Living Service – 10am. Make every step, every choice, every word, a conscious one. Center for Spiritual Living, 1230 Montlimar, Mobile. Rev. Sherrie Quander: 251-343-0777. CenterForSpiritualLiving-Mobile.org.

Open Table Worship Service (United Church of Christ) – 10:30am. Weekly progressive Christian worship. Gathering in the chapel at All Saints Episcopal Church, 151 S Ann St, Mobile. 251-545-1011. Ellen.OpenTable@gmail.com. OpenTableUCC.org. Sunday Service – 10:30am. Explore a spiritual pathway with Mobile Unitarian Universalists, 6345 Old Shell Rd, Mobile. UUFM.org.

Sunday Worship – 11am. Celebrate Spirit in this special and sacred space. Between Hillcrest and Knollwood. Unity Mobile, 5859 Cottage Hill, Mobile. 251-661-1788. AHA Afternoon Yoga – 1pm. Feb 8, 22. Explore body-mind-spirit while promoting balance & wellness within. Eclectic yogic elements ensure variety and fun; traditional foundations ensure proper body alignment and safety. Beginner-friendly. Props provided. Call/ text to register. $10 per class,12-classes for $100. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile. 251-753-1937. Info@AlabamaHealingArts. com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

monday Soul Shine Power Hour – 8am. Mon-Sun. Our 8am Power Hour now meets 7 days a week! A faster paced power vinyasa flow builds strength, increases flexibility, strengthens your core and transforms your body and mind. Find your groove, shine your light and practice at your own level. Heated. $15 drop in. Packages available. Soul Shine Yoga, 103B N Bancroft St, Fairhope. TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife@gmail.com. Mindful Movement – 9:15am. Unwind your morning with a beginner friendly mindfully moving yoga practice ending in restorative yoga positions. Practice among Himalayan salt lamps and waterfalls. $10 donation. Rosie Bluum, Fairhope. 251-379-4493. ThriveFairhope.com.

Soul Shine Power Vinyasa – 9:30am. Mon-Sat. An invigorating vinyasa flow that will build strength, increase flexibility, strengthen your core and transform your body and mind. Find your groove, shine your light and practice at your own level. 75 minutes. Heated. $15 drop in. Packages available. Soul Shine Yoga,

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Doggie Happy Hour – 5-7pm. 1st Mon. A rescue networking event hosted by My Happy Dog 123. Bring your dog for drinks and live music while raising money for a local rescue foundation. Q&A with local vets. Free grain-free dog treats. Raffle prizes. Puppy photo booth. Free. OK Bicycle Shop, 661 Dauphin St, Mobile. Viviane Hentschel: MyHappyDog123@ gmail.com. MyHappyDog123.com. Facebook.com/ myhappydog123.

Outstretched Christ-Centered Yoga Class – 5:45pm. Also at 8:15am on Wed. Each week Pneuma offers two donation-only yoga classes open to the public. Classes are appropriate for all levels and include a Christ-centered devotion. Donation only. 1901 Main St, Daphne. See website for more info: Pneuma-Yoga-Movement.com.

Bridging the Great Divide – 6-8pm. The Family Center is offering a new class designed for parents of teens. It helps prepare and equip parents for having the important conversations needed with their teens. Helps parents see things from the teen perspective. Free. 601 Bel Air Blvd, Suite 100, Mobile. Lydia Pettijohn: 251479-5700. FamilyCenterMobile.org.

Soul Shine Power Vinyasa – 6pm. Mon, Tues, Thurs. An invigorating vinyasa flow that will build strength, increase flexibility, strengthen your core and transform your body and mind. Find your groove, shine your light and practice at your own level. 75 minutes. Heated. $15 drop in. Packages available. Soul Shine Yoga, 103-B N Bancroft St, Fairhope. TheSoulShineLife. com. TheSoulShineLife@gmail.com.

Together We Can – 6-8pm. The Family Center offers this class to help parents build a better future for their children by working together as co-parents. It is open to couples regardless of their relationship. Become a team that supports your family's success. Free. 27365 Pollard Rd, Daphne. Christie Brannon: 251-626-1610. BaldwinFamilies@gmail.com. FamilyCenterMobile.org.

tuesday La Leche League Mobile Bay Area – 10:30am. La Leche League meetings are open to all women with an interest in learning about and supporting breastfeeding. Meetings are always free and babies/children are welcome. 251-689-2085. For location information or breastfeeding help contact AmandaLLLMobile@ yahoo.com or MeghanLLL@yahoo.com.

Gentle Yoga with Martha – 12pm. A stressful morning? Synergy can fix that! Join Martha Collier in the land of "ahhhhs" for a relaxing class to sooth the spirit, calm the mind and replenish the soul. Also on Thursdays at noon. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net. Grief Recovery Meeting – 1-2:30pm. This is a Christian-based grief recovery program for all losses.

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Experienced, professional and compassionate staff members support you through the grief process with the goal of transitioning into a renewed life of purpose and fulfillment. Ascension Funerals & Cremations, 1016 Hillcrest Rd, Mobile. 251-6348055. AscensionFuneralGroup.com. Soul Shine Power Hour – 4:30pm. Tues, Thurs. A faster paced power vinyasa flow builds strength, increases flexibility, strengthens your core and transforms your body and mind. Find your groove, shine your light and practice at your own level. Heated. $15 drop in. Packages available. Soul Shine Yoga, 103-B N Bancroft St, Fairhope. TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife@gmail.com.

Green Drinks Fairhope – 5-7pm. Every 2nd Tues. Join us for an informal yet engaging happy hour with like-minded folks. Connect with other progressive people in our area. Brief speaker at 6pm. Sponsorship, speaking and catering opportunities available. Open to the public. Free to attend except the cost of your drinks. Fairhope Brewing Company, 914 Nichols Ave, Fairhope. 251-279-7517. MobileBayGreenDrinks@ gmail.com. Facebook.com/MobileBayGreenDrinks. Yin Yoga with Cindy Johnson – 5:30pm. Experience yin yoga, a blissful and meditative evening of gentle stretching that focuses on your joints and muscle tissue. Yin yoga is gentle and nurturing, bringing balance to an active lifestyle. A perfect way to ease into yoga. All welcome. $10. Rosie Bluum, Fairhope. 251-517-5626. Info@RosieBluum.com. RosieBluum.com.

Integrated Yoga Therapy with Laura Jones – 5:45pm. This all levels, beginner friendly class will allow students to deepen their self awareness and let their true light shine. Create a healing space and go beyond the physical practice—become more in tune with your true self. Come experience the joy! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net. Sierra Club Meeting – 6-8pm. 1st Tues. Open to the public. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center, Spanish Fort.

Pranic Healing Clinic and Meditation – 6:30pm. Headaches, stress, any physical or emotional ailments bothering you? Come experience healing for your mind, body and soul followed by the Meditation on Twin Hearts. We all have the ability to heal ourselves and others. Classes also available. Donation. Mobile. 251-454-0959.

Yoga with Annette at Moorer YMCA – 6:307:30pm. Tues & Thurs. Join Annette on Tues and Thurs evenings at Moorer Y for a gentle and nurturing yoga practice. You don’t need to be flexible or have prior yoga experience to benefit; just a desire to quiet the mind, open the heart and heal the mind. Free for members; $10 for non-members. Moorer YMCA. Water St, Mobile. 251-438-1163. Guided Meditation – 7pm. Go within. Release thoughts, concerns and worries as you relax into the peaceful state that is your true nature. Let us guide you to tranquility and freedom of mind. Your only requirement is to listen, allow, be open and bring your imagination. $5. Rosie Bluum, Fairhope. 251-5175626. Info@RosieBluum.com. RosieBluum.com. Meditation on Twin Hearts – 7:30pm. In this universal meditation we become a conduit of divine blessings and world service to the planet and humanity by blessing with peace, love, joy and goodwill. It's an advanced

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wednesday $5 Yoga & Chair Yoga – 9:15am, Flow. 10:30am, Chair Yoga (seated or holding onto chair to practice balance). Beginners welcome. Bring your own mat. Enjoy exercise at every level. Improve balance, strength and flexibility. $5. Fairhope UMC CLC. 251379-4493. ThriveFairhope.com.

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AHA Integrative Yoga – 9:30am. Wed & Fri. Attain inner peace, relieve stress and build strength/flexibility through body-mind awareness, breath and postures. Includes healing techniques like affirmations, mudras, chakra balancing and guided/silent meditations. Beginner-friendly. Props provided. $10 per class, 12-classes for $100. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile. 251-753-1937. Info@ AlabamaHealingArts.com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

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Positive Parenting – 9:30-11:30am. The Family Center offers a 9-week course using the Nurturing Parenting curriculum which focuses on positive discipline and communication with children. Open enrollment is available; certificates upon completion. Free. 601 Bel Air Blvd, Suite 100, Mobile. Lydia Pettijohn: 251-4795700. FamilyCenterMobile.org.

Beginner Tai Chi Qigong Class – 10-11:15am. Near Bellingrath Rd, this beginner class introduces students to the ancient Chinese moving meditation exercise (not a martial arts class). Simple and fun to do; No registration required. $10 first time intro, $12 per class. Fowl River Community House, 5401 Fowl River Rd, Theodore. 850-226-9355. www. BlueWillowWellness.com.

Free Yoga for Multiple Sclerosis – 10:30am. This chair yoga class is free to participants and funded by the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation. Build strength and flexibility while improving balance and circulation. Fairhope. Thrive@ThriveFairhope.com. 251-379-4493. Restorative Yoga with Laura – 4pm. Been a tough week so far? No stresses and no worries! Ease down a relaxing path with some restorative yoga. Be supported by all the right props as the poses plus gravity gently melt away the anxieties of the week. Also every other Friday at 5:45pm. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

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Green Drinks Mobile – 5-7pm. Every 3rd Wed. Join us for an informal yet engaging happy hour with like-minded folks. With a local drink in one hand and environmental concerns in the other, connect with other progressive people in our area. Sponsorship, speaking and catering opportunities available. Open to the public. Free to attend except the cost of your drinks. Alchemy Tavern, 7 S Joachim St, Mobile. MobileBayGreenDrinks@gmail.com. Facebook.com/ MobileBayGreenDrinks.

Eastern Shore MS Support Group – 5:30pm. 2nd Wed. Eastern Shore MS Support Group meets each month at Ruby Tuesday in Fairhope. Family, friends and caregivers are always welcome. Weezer: 251-928-7606. Near Death (NDEs) and Related Experiences – 6pm. 2nd Wed. Mobile affiliate group of IANDS. All are welcome to share experiences and support. Free. West Regional Branch, Mobile Public Library, Grelot Rd (near University Blvd). 251-340-8565. lbrlumin@aol.com. IANDS.org.

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classifieds Fee for classified listings is $1 per word. Email Publisher@ HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet. com for details. Volunteer opportunities are listed for free as space is available. OPPORTUNITIES BECOME A PUBLISHER – Natural Awakenings Mobile/Baldwin is for sale! The current owners are looking for passionate individuals that want to make a difference in our local community. Meaningful, homebased career opportunity with a proven business system. Exceptional franchise training and support available. Be in business for yourself but not by yourself. 239-530-1377. NaturalAwakeningsMag.com/mymagazine. See ad, page 9.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY - Add a Rejuvenation Studio to your EXISTING beauty, fitness, or health/wellness business. Bring in new customers, gain revenue from several sources, and your customers will love it! For more information, call: 864-569-8631. LMTS, TEACHERS NEEDED – Mobile wellness center seeks compassionate, mindful, self-motivated massage therapists and yoga/movement/meditation/CE class/ workshop instructors. 251-753-1937. Email resume to Info@AlabamaHealingArts.com.

VOLUNTEER OPPS AZALEA CITY CAT COALITION – Volunteers needed in any capacity. Contact Susan Young: 251-648-7582. SusanYoung@ AzaleaCityCats.org.

DOG RIVER CLEARWATER REVIVAL STORM DRAIN MARKER PROJECT – Volunteers needed to educate the public about the storm drain system. Supplies and instructions provided. Work at your convenience. Contact Janet Miller: J46Miller@yahoo.com. 251-654-1827.

Soul Shine Slow Flow – 6pm. Slow down and experience transformation and empowerment at any level. A slower paced vinyasa class linking breath to movement. Beginners can find their place on the mat and experienced practitioners will gain a new perspective. 75 minutes. Unheated. $15 drop in. Packages available. Soul Shine Yoga, 103-B N Bancroft St, Fairhope. TheSoulShineLife.com. TheSoulShineLife@gmail.com. Chill Skills – 7-9pm. The Family Center offers an inspiring four-week class designed to change your life outlook. Learn what fuels your anger and how to see it in a new light. Warning: classes may cause peace. $25/week. 601 Bel Air Blvd. Suite 100, Mobile. Call 251-479-5700 to register for next class.

Guided Meditation – 7pm. Guided meditation with Betsey Grady. Meditation is a wonderful way to quiet the mind, still the body and relax your being. $5. Rosie Bluum, Fairhope. 251-517-5626. RosieBluum.com.

thursday Group Reformer Class – 8:30am. Catch the wave of classical fitness and join Dana in the morning for a Pilates group reformer class. Stand taller, get toned and be both leaner and stronger. Please log onto the website to make reservations. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net.

Yoga with Chris M – 5:45pm. Join Chris McFadyen for some energizing yoga. Let his breath work, asana and flow calm the mind and also enhance and refocus the body. Relocate your passion and humor after a long day! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net. Dynamic Dads – 7-9pm. The Family Center is the site of the Mobile County Fatherhood Initiative. Six Thursday night classes delve into the importance of fathers and how to meet the challenges of being the father your children need--A super hero for your super kid! Free. 601 Bel Air Blvd, Suite 100, Mobile. Lydia Pettijohn: 251-479-5700. FamilyCenterMobile.org.

friday Sunrise Yoga with Amy – 6am. Mornings can be special, so greet the sunrise with Amy Gerbig and start your weekend early with some energizing morning yoga. Charge the body, ease stress and focus the mind as you begin the day. Make the movement yours and embrace it! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-4731104. Synergyoga.net.

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EXO Chair Pilates – 8:30am. Join Dana for a unique and fun, full-body workout—use controlled movement on the EXO Chair to develop both overall and core strength, increase flexibility and improve posture. Develop and challenge the core. Reservations are required. Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-4731104. Synergyoga.net. Yoga with Annette – 9am. Join Annette Porter-Ham for an energizing yoga experience. Relieve stress, relax your mind and rejuvenate and recharge your body as you get ready for a wonderful weekend! Synergy Yoga & Pilates, Mobile. 251-473-1104. Synergyoga.net. AHA Qigong – 11:30am. Feb 13, 27. Beautiful ancient Chinese healing art promotes balance and well-being. Combines slow, repetitive movement with breath techniques and meditation. Includes basic eight silk brocade movements and balance-walking meditation. Beginner-friendly. Call/text to register. $10 per class, 12-classes for $100. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile. 251-209-3714. Info@ AlabamaHealingArts.com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

AHA Bi-Monthly Supervised Student Massage & Reiki Clinic – Feb 6 & 20. School-supervised internship gives opportunity for student practitioners to work with clients in a professional setting & clients to receive quality, full-length healing treatments at a great value. Appointment only. Appointments at 4:30, 5:45 & 7pm. $25 for 1-hr full-body student massage and/or Reiki session. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile. 251-753-1937. Info@ AlabamaHealingArts.com. AlabamaHealingArts.com

saturday Saturday Morning Yoga with Augusta – 7:308:45am. All levels. The movements will challenge you to stay mindful and your mindfulness will allow you to honor your limits without judging yourself. $15 drop-in. $10 students and instructors. Creative Outlet, 66 1/2 S Section St, Fairhope. 251-928-5363. HeartStringsYoga.com. AHA Morning Yoga – 9:30am. Feb 7, 21. Explore body-mind-spirit while promoting balance and wellness within. Eclectic yogic elements ensure variety and fun; traditional foundations ensure proper alignment and safety. Beginner-friendly. Props provided. Call/ text to register. $10 per class,12-classes for $100. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile. 251-753-1937. Info@AlabamaHealingArts. com. AlabamaHealingArts.com. AHA Qigong – 11:30am. Feb 21. See Friday listing. Call/text to register. $10 per class,12-classes for $100. Alabama Healing Arts, LLC, 6304 Cottage Hill Rd, Mobile. 251-209-3714. Info@AlabamaHealingArts. com. AlabamaHealingArts.com.

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