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letterfrompublisher/editor Unless you’re a robot, chances are you’ve either expressed yourself creatively or appreciate the creativity of others. From somewhere deep within us—some scientists say from our right brain hemisphere—comes a part of ourselves we associate with creativity. Think about the old question, Does life imitate art, or does art imitate life? Similarly, Do we mirror creation, or does creation unfold from our consciousness? There seem to be clues of truth in each direction.

No matter whether we’re just waking from a dream or creatively solving an everyday problem, we seem to start creative journeys in similar ways. Unless we look at life from different perspectives we can’t see the limitations of our individual views—we’re trapped by artificial boundaries erected by our minds to keep some order and make sense of the human experience. When operating creatively, however, we do the opposite: Walls come down, and we let go of thoughts and beliefs we’ve been holding onto. It’s this letting go that has recently fascinated us.

Each moment of our lives depends on where we take our mind. When we hold tightly to people, ideas, beliefs, and so on, we erect a mental prison that can become painfully difficult to escape. Essentially, this prison is our comfort zone—the reality we create that feels familiar and safe to dwell in. When we do this, though, we can become isolated, alienated, and suffocated—both emotionally and spiritually. Life has a way of shaking us out of comfort zones at times, like the death of someone dear. It causes us to re-evaluate the perception that we can insulate ourselves. Letting go, then, has profound spiritual implications. When we explore our creative side, we go beyond these self-imposed limits, knocking down the walls that we and others have established around our hearts. When we connect with others, we let go of any preconceived notions we have of them. When we move forward in life, we let go of the places and situations we find ourselves boxed into. These parallels are not paradoxes. Essentially, in order to be free, in order to be creative, we must let go of everything we’re holding onto: mental constructs, opinions, grudges, fears, and so on. The curious irony, however, is that moving closer to the things that make us uncomfortable is what enables us to let go; in moving closer, we walk courageously into intimacy with ourselves. And creative expression is a process of becoming more intimate with ourselves—and then sharing what we find. Yours truly, Curt and Kristin

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by Kristin DeMint PG. 8

healthbriefs 9 healingways 12

September Is National Yoga Month 10 Reasons to Try Yoga

The Timeliness of Mother Nature

Creativity in Motion

by Anna Ferguson

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Dancing through Life with Nia by Gail Condrick

Growing a Garden Fall Preparation Essentials PG. 10

by Craig D. Grabow

Coming Home to Yourself

When Your Home Expresses Who You Are by Judith Fertig

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Fleas in Autumn Natural Remedies

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Community Spotlight Holistic Vision: Andrew Money

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by Ellen Mahoney

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A Conversation with Wayne Dyer

by Dr. Matthew J. Heller

The Beholder and the Critic PG. 16

Creativity in Reception

by A.C. Frabetti

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newsbriefs Exotic Art Show

ana Fine Arts presents “Entheotantric,” an art exhibition featuring New Exotic Oil paintings by local artist James Pendery. The opening reception will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. on September 25 as part of the “Main Street’s Final Friday Gallery Walk.” Music will be provided by the LFP Power Trio and Yvette Nepper will be reading from her contemporary urban poetry at 8 p. m. Subsequent viewings are by appointment through October 24 at the Susan Angel Gallery, located at the corner of Main and Orchard Street (near 14th Street) in the Historic Over-the-Rhine. Admission is free.

For more information and to schedule a viewing, call 513-961-5302 or 513-917-7164. Visit online at DanaFineArts.com

Betts House Now Open On Some Saturdays

he Betts House is extending its hours to two Saturdays a month, one of which will be a Family Fun Saturday featuring family-friendly programming. Upcoming Saturday openings are: September 12, 26, October 3, 17, 31, November 14, 28, and December 5, 19. Unless otherwise noted, the house will be open 12:30 until 5 p.m. on these Saturdays. The next Family Fun Saturday will be on September 26 when The Betts House will be open with free admission from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. as part of Smithsonian Magazine Museums Day and offer a hands-on blacksmithing activity. A Halloween themed Family Fun Saturday will take place October 31, 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The November 28, December 5, and December 19 Saturdays will feature a holiday craft and seasonal refreshments. The Betts House is located at 416 Clark Street in Cincinnati. The museum is also open Tuesday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Other days and times as well as group tours are available by appointment. Admission is $2. For more information, visit BettsHouse.org

Green Drinks for a Green Planet

very month, sustainability minded people meet up locally at informal sessions known as “Green Drinks.” Everyone is welcome to join this lively mixture of people from NGOs, academia, government and business. Originating in London, England, Green Drinks has grown to be an international organization with many local groups all over the world. Through this organic, self-organizing network many people have found employment, made friends, developed new ideas, done deals and had moments of serendipity. Green Drinks Mason meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at Fox-n-Hound Pub, 5113 Bowen Drive in Mason from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Green Drinks Cincinnati meets the 3rd Thursday of each month. Location changes each month. For more information visit www.GreenDrinksMason.BlogSpot.com and Green DrinksCincy.BlogSpot.com.

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The Online Farmers’ Garden

t is very easy to grow more produce than a person can use. So, why not share local, fresh and delicious vegetables, fruit, berries, etc. with others? TheFarmersGarden.com lets everyone post free classifieds to sell, trade or give away their surplus backyard garden produce. Launched in May 2009, this website is nationwide and growing to become a great resource for members of local communities. Registration is free and required to post a classified. For those, who simply want to find fresh, local produce in their area, the search is easy and fast and no registration is necessary. For more information, visit TheFarmersGarden.com

Souled Out Women’s Event

n September 12, Totally C.H.I.C. Souled Out Women is presenting a unique, faith based, women’s health conference. This daylong event of fun and education is filled with live praise and worship music. Key note speakers include Dr. Tony Slay, an internationally renowned teacher, author and minister of the gospel. Participants will also enjoy a continental breakfast and healthy lunch, a wide variety of breakout sessions, complimentary health screenings provided by St. Elizabeth Care, fashion and beauty tips, weight loss specialists, local vendors and artists. The conference takes place at Randall K. Cooper High School, 2855 Longbranch Road in Union, Kentucky. Every guest will receive a gift bag. Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day. Some of the sponsors include Significant Healing Holistic Practice featuring Pounds and Inches, Walmart, St. Elizabeth Health Care, JCPenney, Curves and Cloud Nine Salon. For more information and to order tickets, call 859-525-1414 or visit SouledOutWomen.org

Ballet and Beer

he Cincinnati Ballet invites to a fun and informal “Ballet and Beer” to explore behind-the-scenes, watch performers rehearse and share drinks with friends and artists. Starting in September, the event will run through April next year. It will take place almost every month on a Thursday, from 5:15 to 7 p.m., at the Cincinnati Ballet Center, 1555 Central Parkway in Cincinnati. New Works will kick of the season on September 3, followed by Swan Lake on October 8 and The Nutcracker on December 10. Reservations are recommended; call 513-621-5219. For more information, visit CincinnatiBallet.com

Oomph!!! Introduces the Bladder Matter Program

omph!!! is introducing a new program called the “Bladder Matter: Mind Over Bladder.” Instructor Betty has been giving Laughter Therapy programs for three years. Since receiving her Masters Degree in Natural Health in 2008, she has been expanding her program selection. Sometimes in Laughter Therapy sessions Betty gets her audience laughing so hard that they may lose control of their bladder. Therefore, it seems almost funny that the new program aims to help participants to control an uncontrollable bladder. “You are not alone,” she says. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services report, approximately 13 million people in the United States suffer from incontinence. It’s a stigma throughout our society and people are too embarrassed to admit that they have this problem. In September, Bladder Matter will be offered in three different locations in the Greater Cincinnati area. See our calendar on page 30 for details. To register, call 513-231-6275 or email BellyLaugh@me.com. For more information, visit www.BellyLaugh.net. See ad on page 10

Bamboo Tour and Seminar

urton’s Bamboo Garden invites everyone to tour the grounds featuring 60 species of bamboo, (some groves are 30 and more years old), many exotic birds, granite statuary from the Yangtze river area of China, and the Haiku House which overlooks a large lake with lots of wildlife. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about the history of bamboo in America as well as many items made from bamboo, such as flooring, clothing, music, and bamboo bricks. Private seminars can be held for up to 100 people and include a tour. Costs are $10 per person. Tours only are $5 per visitor. Burton’s Bamboo Garden is located at 7352 Gheils Carroll Road in Morrow, OH. Visits are by appointment only. No pets allowed.

Cheetah Run at Cincinnati Zoo

he Cincinnati Zoo’s 30th annual Cheetah Run 5K Run and Walk will take off on Sunday, September 6, at 8 a.m. Running enthusiasts and zoo guests are invited to participate in a wild race through a wild place as the 3.1 mile course winds through the zoo, highlighting its stunning gardens and exotic animal exhibits. Pre-registration prices for zoo members are $10 or $20 with a t-shirt; nonmember pay $15 or $25 with a t-shirt. A free “Cheetah Cub Run” will be held for kids 12 and under at 8:45 a.m. near the Rhino Cafe. For more information and to register, visit CincinnatiZoo.org

For more information, call 513-899-3446 or visit BurtonsBambooGarden.com

Natural Awakenings Natural Fair at Grand Re-Opening of Significant Healing

ignificant Healing Holistic Practice featuring Pounds and Inches has moved into a storefront location at the corner of Lloyd Avenue and Turfway Roads, in Florence, Kentucky. Toning Tables are featured in the newly decorated offices. This state of the art equipment was developed in the 1940’s to help Polio patients become mobile again. It was soon discovered that the consistent results included firming, toning and a significant reduction in inches in the first three weeks. The toning tables are also known as passive exercise machines and have been used for decades in both a clinical setting and weight loss centers. Join Significant Healing on Saturday, September 19 for their Grand Re-Opening and visit other vendors at the Natural Awakenings Natural Fair, open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, see ad on page 35

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Introducing Reiki and Pilates Fusion

he East Side Wellness Connections, located at 7205 Beechmont Avenue in Cincinnati is now offering a Reiki and Pilates Fusion. Reiki is an ancient form of energy balancing, which channels energy from a divine source through the Reiki practitioner to the recipient. Pilates is a physical fitness system that focuses on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are essential to providing support for the spine. Jane Lester, Traditional Tibetan Reiki Practitioner (Second Degree) and Certified Pilates Instructor, says that the combination of Reiki and Pilates has multiple benefits: It aims to increase strength, endurance, and flexibility with focus on breathing and postural alignment, as well as releases tension and helps to relax. 60 minute sessions cost $70. For more information, contact Jane at 513236-3550 or visit MyReikiFusion.com

Integrative Medicine: Whole Body Medicine for the Whole Family

r. Michael J. Grogan, MD has converted his Florence Kentucky, traditional family practice into an integrative medicine practice – treating not just the body but the mind and spirit as well. Integrative medicine is a partnership between the patient and the doctor aimed not just at curing ills, but at optimizing the overall wellness of the patient – all at the same time. It’s part of a growing trend that brings together the best of traditional Western medicine and the best complementary and alternative strategies from around the world. Dr. Grogan’s practice now offers acupuncture, chiropractic services, massage therapy, nutritional supplements, herbal therapy, yoga and life coaching in conjunction with traditional Western medicine. To accommodate these highly sought after expanded services; Dr. Grogan has added additional treatment rooms and a large conference/classroom space. Contact Dr. Grogan’s Team at 859-586-0111 for more information or visit GoBeyondMedicine.com

Creating an Integral Community

ntegral Communities are all over the world and Greater Cincinnati is awakening to Ken Wilber’s work as well. Quitting medical school thirty years ago to study the meaning of life, Ken Wilber ingeniously put all the pieces together he could find on human development, philosophy and spiritual traditions to develop The Integral Map. Inspired by his work Integral Communities began to develop, which are groups of people supporting each other to stay awake and aware of the deeper meaning and purpose of life. For those who are interested in learning more about Integral Theory and Integral Life Practice, a four part introduction and monthly gatherings will be offered by Sophia Paparodis, LPCC, starting September 19. For more information, go to AwareWithin.com or IntegralLife.com

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Artist’s Retreat by Atmara Rebecca Cloe Atmara Rebecca Cloe began her work as a digital artist when she took a few computer classes (Photoshop, Illustrator, QuarkXpress, Pagemaker) in the fall of 1995. The next spring she was able to get her own computer and really start learning and creating. From there on in she mostly taught herself how to create her visions. Having taken a few art classes in college, she had never had much success with traditional media. She feels that computer technology is the medium that allows her to truly express her talents. Atmara currently lives in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire where, she describes, “I am constantly inspired by the beauty around me. My inspiration comes from lots of sources, and ultimately from the Universe, the ‘all that is’ that we are all a part of. Creating this artwork is an ecstatic experience for me, and I hope that I can use it to help others manifest their dreams as well.” More of Atmara’s work including originals, prints and calendars, may be viewed and purchased at nwcreations.com.

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Moving On to Ultimate Success by Gay Hendricks

Here’s a key to vanquishing that one problem that’s keeping us from ultimate success in love, financial abundance and creativity.

hether I’m coaching a billionaire CEO like Michael Dell or a 12-year-old piano prodigy, I base my approach on the following bottom-line insights. They’ve been gleaned from my 30 years of work in the field of relationship transformation and mind-body therapies. First, it helps to understand that successful people operate in one of several zones: what I call the zone of competence, the zone of excellence or the zone of genius. Most people stall out in the zone of excellence. Those who make it big and are the happiest go all the way into the zone of genius. Achieving that transition is what I call, “the Big Leap.” The reason most people don’t make it into the zone of genius is because of “the Upper Limit Problem.” This problem is the one obstacle that prevents us from attaining success and true happiness in all aspects of our life. It occurs because we all have an inner thermostat that determines the amount of love and success we allow ourselves. When we exceed our setting, we tend to sabotage the grander experience, in order to return to the old, familiar zone where we feel secure. The trouble is that the thermostat was set before we could think for ourselves, in early childhood. Later in life,

when we hit our upper limit, we often unthinkingly engage in self-defeating behaviors; we provoke arguments, get into accidents or become sick, in order to bring ourselves back down. Catalysts appear as feelings of guilt, stress, doubt or worry, which we routinely manufacture when we feel we have reached an upper allowable limit of positive feeling. The good news is that if we can learn to spot and transcend our upper limit, we can make a rapid transition into our zone of genius. Asking ourselves four questions can serve as our personal launching pad. Answering these questions honestly begets telling new perspectives that just may set us flying skyward into the big leap. The four questions are: • What do I most love to do? • What work do I do that doesn’t seem like work? • In my work, what produces the highest ratio of abundance and satisfaction to the amount of time spent? • What is my unique ability? All of us deserve to experience wave after wave of greater love, creative energy and financial abundance, without the compulsion to sabotage ourselves. We start with the heartfelt desire to eliminate our Upper Limit

Problem—if we commit to clearing it out of our consciousness, we’re more than halfway there. Gay Hendricks, Ph.D., is the author of numerous bestsellers, including The Corporate Mystic. He taught at the University of Colorado for 21 years before founding The Hendricks Institute in Ojai, CA. For more information on The Big Leap: Conquer Your Fears and Take Life to the Next Level, visit Hendricks.com.

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something we can get away with, rather than challenging or changing ourselves. If you want to change and you want your life to work at a level you’ve never had before, then take responsibility for it. I’m not saying that a child who was abused or beaten or abandoned made that happen, but your reaction to it is always yours. While you were four, you didn’t know anything other than being terrified and scared; you’re not four any longer. Now [as an adult] you have to make a choice and recognize that even the abuse that came into your life offers you an opportunity to transcend it, to become a better person and even more significantly, to help someone else not go through what you did.

A Conversation with Wayne Dyer by Ellen Mahoney

Q. What is your seven-question paradigm to help people change long-established habits of negative thinking?

nternationally renowned author and speaker Wayne Dyer, Ph.D., has devoted his life to helping others become healthier and happier. He is the author of more than 30 books and producer of the motion picture, The Shift. His newest book, Excuses Begone! How to Change Lifelong, SelfDefeating Thinking Habits, was inspired by the ancient teachings of the Tao Te Ching. Q. What common excuses do people use in grappling with their conscience? Excuses are the explanations we use for hanging on to behaviors we don’t like about ourselves; they are selfdefeating behaviors we don’t know how to change. In Excuses Begone! I review 18 of the most common excuses people use, such as “I’m too busy, too old, too fat, too scared or it’s going to take too long or be too difficult.” We spend a big hunk of our lifetimes contemplating what we can’t have, what we don’t want and what’s missing in our lives. What we have to learn is to put our attention and focus on contemplating what it is we would like to attract, and not on what is missing. Q. You talk about mind viruses. What are these? A virus has three purposes: to duplicate, to infiltrate and to spread from one host to the next. Ultimately, even a single

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virus can shut down an entire system. A mind virus is different in that there is no form to it; these are ideas placed in our heads when we are little. We get programmed by well-meaning people like our parents and their parents, our culture, religions and schools. We get conditioned to believe in our limitations and what’s not possible. After a while, we start really believing these things are true. People who have had self-defeating behaviors for a long time, such as people who have been overweight since they were children or people with longtime addictions, actually believe there is no other alternative. Q. What’s the payoff for living a life filled with excuses? There’s a payoff for everyone. The reason we hang on to self-defeating behaviors is because it’s easier not to take responsibility. If you’re blaming something or someone else for the way you are, then that person, those people, those circumstances or those energies, are going to have to change in order for you to get better; that’s most likely never going to happen. It’s also a way to manipulate other people. Usually, making excuses is just

The paradigm helps a person identify the thought system, which is almost always false, that is behind the rationale for the continuation of excuses. It helps them really look at excuses from an objective point of view and realize that everything they’ve been thinking is just as likely to be not true as it is to be true. I believe if you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. Q. When we look at our own lives and think about the lives of loved ones, what is key to living a healthy, happy, love-based life? The key is to trust in your own divinity, to know that you are a piece of God, and that you are like what you came from. As a spiritual being, you have Divinity within. When Albert Einstein was asked about the impact of quantum physics, he said, “It’s just all details, I just want to think like God thinks.” And God thinks in terms of creating, kindness, beauty and goodness. For more information visit DrWayneDyer.com Ellen Mahoney is a freelance writer who teaches writing at the University of Colorado, Boulder. Contact evm@infionline.net.

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Music Harmonizes the Brain and Heals the Heart

hen two guitarists play together, more than their instruments play in time; their brainwaves match up, too, according to new research from Germany. When the German scientists analyzed electrical activity in the brains of eight pairs of guitarists as they played a short jazz-fusion melody together up

to 60 times, they discovered that brain wave similarities within and between the musicians’ brains increased as they listened to the beat of a metronome while preparing to play. The brains’ synchronization then continued when they began making music. Another U.S. study monitored the steady pulse of a recovering heart surgery patient as it charted the progress of his mending heart, while a quiet symphony filled the room. For nine days, the patient soaked up the tranquil, wordless strumming of a Brazilian guitarist. Music became his medicine, as his heart literally fell into rhythm with the tunes. Increasingly, doctors are studying and employing music as a healing tool; in measuring the brain’s response to musical notes, they are discovering music’s harmonizing route from head to heart. Sources: msnbc.msn.com, BBC News, 2009

these Vitamins Protect our eYes By taking a combination of vitamins B6, B12 and folic acid, women over 40 decreased their risk of developing agerelated macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness, by 34 percent. Before this, the only known prevention method was avoiding smoking. the research comes from Brigham and Women’s hospital and harvard medical school. Source: JAMA/Archives of Internal Medicine, 2009

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“to worry is to add another hazard.”

Holistic Vision: Andrew Money

- Amelia Earhart American Aviator

by Kristin DeMint

ot everyone gets to have the job of his or her dreams. Some of us, however, make it happen. Such is the case with Andrew Money, local filmmaker and co-owner of 7/79, a local video production company. “I was always the kid who would take a VCR apart to see how it works,” says Money. An avid moviegoer, Money found that a natural extension of enjoying movies was wanting to know how they’re made. So he found out—and now he makes them himself, for fun and profit. “The reason I do what I do is because I love telling stories through film,” he shares. “I really feel that I’m in my element when I read something and begin to see it and communicate it visually.” Money begins to reminisce; his fascination began years ago while he was reading Ambrose Bierce’s “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge.” After watching a short film adaptation of the story, Money was captivated. “What I

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had in my head was so different from what I saw,” he says. “And I thought, it’s so interesting how you can tell this exact same story in several different ways. I was seeing all this literature and these films that crossed, with so many new ways of telling the same stories.” It’s this storytelling that keeps Money energized from one day to the next. “Every time we do a commercial,” he explains, “there’s a story that needs to be told. Everything has a story, and our job is to tell those stories.” As a freelance industrial designer (think aesthetics of functional items like electronic equipment and even toys), filmmaker, and adjunct professor at the University of Cincinnati’s School of Design Architecture Art and Planning (DAAP), Money now spends his time directing video spots around the city and then some. And he has two independent film credits as director to boot, along with a Telly award for the merit of one film, The Turtle

(www.theturtlefilm.com). He even landed a Los Angeles premiere for his latest film, Joy (www.joythefilm.com), which he calls “a quirky comedy about how two sisters were driven apart and never got along until the death of their father, after which a series of crazy events in a grocery store—[Cincinnati’s own Jungle Jim’s, as a matter of fact]—brings them closer together.” “I’ve always been a very visual person, and that’s why I got into design work,” he continues. “I fell in love with shooting because composing all these shots and making sure everything fits together is very much like design; you’re designing this 2D representation of a 3D world, and your goal is to compose a shot to most appropriately reflect what that particular moment is that you want to get across. With video production, I’m not just locked in a room creating something. I get to really be an active part of something that touches other people. There aren’t many artistic mediums that do that to me.” Early on, 7/79 got its start by shooting a commercial for Cincinnati’s BockFest. Through that gig he and his partner, Dan Phenicie, became connected to Greg Hardaman, owner of Christian Morelein, and 7/79 started shooting commercials for that company. They also began creating commercials for locally owned Hudepohl Brewing Company. “If you really want to know what I love best about filmmaking, it’s everything, and that’s the fun of being a director. As director, you get to interact with each creative department—set design, costume design, casting, acting, editing and so on—to really bring a film to life,” he explains. “You’re kind of the creative head of everything, making sure everyone’s vision aligns with your own.” “Another part I love is working with talented people—talented actors, directors of photography, gaffers, producers, designers and so on. It really becomes a joy to create a movie when so many creative people are involved and are the best at what they do. Movies really are the sum of so many different parts.” This creative line of work isn’t without its fair share of frustrations. Most of them, says Money, come down to—well, money. “Computer graphics these days make it possible to do just about anything onscreen, but with limited budgets, your resources are limited,” he explains. “Production can be frustrating at times as well— there are times when you’ll come up on the end of a shooting day and you still have a few shots you’d like to get but not enough time to get them—and time ultimately comes down to budget.” Money’s best advice on creative expression? “If you really want to be an effective storyteller, you have to know that you’re going to anger just as many people as you’re going to satisfy. You’re trying to tell these stories from your perspective, and you want people to talk about them, good or bad. You want people to react.” For more information or to contact Andrew Money and 7/79, Ltd., visit 779Ltd.com, e-mail Drew@779LTD.com or call 513-236-1872.

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Local Yoga Instructors and Institutions Andrea Ciafardini Kundalini Yoga Teacher The Yoga of Awareness 513-257-6391 HolistiConnections@hotmail.com RisingKundalini.com Blyss Yoga Jayne Cardell 513-535-1101 Jayne@BlyssYogini.com BlyssYogini.com It’s Yoga Cincinnati 346 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH ItsYoga@Earthlink.net 513-961-9642 YogaGarage.com Karen Landrum, RYT, LMT 859-426-5307 (ext x13) 859-992-6300 LifepathYoga@yahoo.com Yoga-For-Healthy-Weight.com Kula Center for Movement Arts 110 East 8th St, Newport, KY KulaCenterKY.com Lilias Folan Yoga Home Studio 7457 Wooster Pike, Mariemont, OH 513-561-9642 yogahOMe.net Main Street Yoga 1201 Main Street, Downtown Cincinnati 513-703-4175 MainStreetYoga.biz World Peace Yoga & Motion Studio Anna Ferguson 268 Ludlow Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 513-300-9642 Yoga@WorldPeaceYoga.com WorldPeaceYoga.com Yoga ah Studio Specializing In Yoga Teacher Training 4046 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati OH 513-542 - 9624 YogaAhStudio.com

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SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL

YOGA MONTH T

his month, yoga studios and instructors around the world are hosting events to introduce people to yoga, the 5,000-year-old practice that is their passion. Individuals can choose from many schools and yoga styles to find those best suited to their body type, personality and stage of life and fitness. While instructional approaches to the yoga techniques and asanas, or postures, may vary, the ultimate goal for most is the yoking of the mind to body and spirit. From the physically challenging to the meditatively transcending, this ancient discipline from India demands respect and commitment from those who seek to receive its benefits. Practitioners attest that stepping onto the yoga mat can lead to extraordinary experiences, greater self-knowledge and better health.

10 Reasons to Try yoga Stress Reduction ~ By encouraging relaxation, yoga practice can lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol in the body. Related reported benefits include lowered blood pressure and heart rate, and a reduction in the symptoms of anxiety, depression, fatigue, asthma and insomnia.

Pain Relief ~ Yoga can ease pain. Studies have demonstrated that practicing yogic asanas and meditation reduced pain among people with cancer, multiple sclerosis, autoimmune diseases, hypertension, arthritis and other chronic conditions. Some practitioners report that even emotional pain can be eased through the practice of yoga. Better Breathing ~ By teaching people to take slower, deeper breaths, yoga

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can help to improve lung health and function, trigger the body’s relaxation response and increase the amount of oxygen available to the body. Flexibility ~ Yoga routinely helps to improve flexibility and mobility, increasing range of movement and even reducing joint aches and pains. While many people can’t touch their toes during their first yoga class, with practice they are able to do more poses as they stretch muscles and release tensions. Yoga also helps to improve body alignment, resulting in better posture and helping to relieve back, neck, joint and muscle problems. Increased Strength ~ Asanas use both big and small muscle groups in the body,

helping to increase strength from head to toe. Yoga also helps build bone density through weight-bearing postures. Weight Management ~ All styles of yoga can aid weight control efforts by reducing cortisol in the bloodstream, burning calories and creating muscle mass. Yoga also encourages healthy eating habits through greater bodyawareness, and provides a heightened sense of well-being. Improved Circulation ~ Combining asanas in a series or flow helps to improve circulation in the body and move oxygenated blood to the cells more efficiently. Moving through the postures also helps to flush internal organs and detoxify the body. Improved digestion and immune system function are other reported benefits of yoga. Cardiovascular Conditioning ~ Even gentle yoga practice can provide cardiovascular benefits by lowering the resting heart rate, increasing endurance and improving oxygen uptake during exercise. Sharper Mind ~ Like meditation, yoga keeps practitioners focused on the present moment, which opens the way to improved concentration, coordination, reaction time and memory. Research shows that such mindfulness practices can actually create new neural pathways in the brain. Inner Peace ~ Yoga’s meditative aspects often help practitioners feel more calm and centered within themselves. Many who begin the practice for other reasons say that this sense of peace is what brings them back to the mat time and again.

Sources: YogaAlliance.org; MedicalNewsToday.com; National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine at http:// nccam.nih.gov;and U.S. National Library of Medicine at ncbi.nlm. nih.gov/pubmed/.

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MOTHER NATURE by Anna Ferguson A yogi is someone who strives to live harmoniously with Mother Nature. One common yoga practice is asana, a Sanskrit word meaning “seat” (also commonly translated as “posture”). Our seat is our connection to the earth. When we practice asana, we are imitating nature and making a practice of connecting to the earth—the different curves, spirals, shapes and figures of the body relate to the earth and other animals. Asana practice, as well as other yogic practices, assists us in establishing a steady and joyful connection to the earth. One often overlooked yoga practice is that of timeliness. Mother Nature is always in perfect timing and rhythm; the sun’s rising and falling and the changing of the seasons are very timely. By imitating Mother Nature’s timeliness, we can have a more connected relationship with her. For example, if you’re planting seeds for a vegetable garden, you do not do so in the winter when sunlight hours are shorter and the ground may be hard and covered with snow. You have to plant your seeds at the right time of the year; in doing so, you are in harmony with Mother Nature’s and work with her to create abundance. Whether you’re going to a lunch meeting, taking a yoga class or tending to another engagement, timeliness is an important aspect of yoga practice to consider. Strive for a harmonious relationship with the earth by doing your best to be timely in all situations. Remember, your timeliness not only affects you, but it affects others as well—and an important aspect of yoga practice is being others-centered verses self-centered. Timeliness is a practice that not only leads to living more harmoniously with Mother Nature, but also is part of being successful in life. Businesses are not enthusiastic to hire someone that has a record of being late with responding to phone calls, e-mails or meetings. If you are fortunate enough to get hired for a job you enjoy, arriving late on a regular basis will not be helpful to the business that hired you, and they may decide to find someone else. Begin the process of syncing your life to Mother Nature’s by paying attention to your own cycles, rhythms and patterns throughout your day. Are there appointments, classes, meetings and so on that you have missed or are habitually late to, even just by five minutes? If you have a regular lunch meeting with someone at 12:30 p.m., are you habitually getting there at 12:35? If so, why? Why not just set the lunch meeting for 12:35 pm if you already know you cannot get there by 12:30? Sharon Gannon, co-founder of Jivamukti Yoga said, “To go beyond time, you must first master time. Be a yogi; be on time.” Finding a rhythm to life is essential and will assist you on your path to freedom and bliss. Anna is the creator of the 200-hour Yoga Alliance recognized certification program for Cincinnati State Community College, one of the first colleges in the country to offer such a unique program. She is the creator of World Peace Yoga (www.worldpeaceyoga.com), a style of yoga which inspires peace in action through the practice of ahimsa and a vegan lifestyle. You may contact her at anna@worldpeaceyoga.com or 513-300-9642.

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Children’s Intuition A Special Key to Success in Life by Catherine Crawford

A child’s intuition, or sixth sense, may be more important in the life of a child than many people realize. Intuition helps alert kids to danger, provides guidance in decision making and helps in problem solving, enabling youngsters to jump more quickly to a solution. Nurturing children’s intuition and keeping it alive helps them maintain a clear connection to this inner compass.

ll children are intuitive, but some are more highly so and experience more intuitive messages, or perceptions, with greater frequency than others. They often are unusually aware of the needs and feelings of friends, parents, siblings and animals. These children may translate the unspoken needs of younger siblings and pets with striking accuracy and even pick up on the predominant feeling of a group of people as they enter a room. Others may tune into an unspoken family conflict or tell someone to be careful before stumbling into an unknown situation.

In my psychotherapy practice over the past 20 years, I’ve noticed that intuitive children who are raised with respect for their insights and taught to manage the stressors that can emerge with this trait generally grow up to be healthy, balanced, intuitive adults. On the other hand, when highly intuitive children learn to suppress their inner truth and stop respecting their own inner compass, they suffer undesirable consequences. Many manifest reduced self-esteem, self-doubt, confusion in decision making and difficulties with interpersonal boundaries as adults. They are more likely to defer to what other people want, even at the expense of their own health, boundaries and better judgment.

How to Support an Intuitive Child

In parenting and guiding, we can make a big difference in supporting children’s intuition and empathy. Three keys are to give kids positive feedback for these abilities, help them learn how to deal with associated stressors and teach them real-life skills designed with their individual abilities in mind. Children’s messages to us can be simple and direct. Here are ways we can help and support an especially intuitive child: • Stay open to her perceptions without judgment. • Try not to inflate or deflate her intuitive experience when we respond to it. • Help her see that her way of feeling and seeing life is an important part of who she is, just like any other gift or talent. • Realize that she may need our help in learning how to manage the stressors associated with this innate lens through which she sees the world. • Let him know that he is never alone and we are available to help him. • If he has empathically taken on someone else’s mood, aches, pains, or worries, help him to practice asking,

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Signs of a Highly Intuitive Child by Catherine Crawford Intuition involves the ability to pick up on subtle information that is not perceived directly through any of the five senses, but rather is detected through an invisible sixth sense. Empathy is the ability to tune in to how another person is feeling by registering those feelings through the body. Intuitive empaths experience these ways of perceiving the world through an extra-magnified lens. Do you have a highly intuitive child? Read the following 10 traits and check those that apply. My child: • Has a way of finishing my sentences and reading my thoughts. • Has an ability to “see” things before they happen and is surprised that other people respond to her predictions with amazement. • Frequently translates the needs of younger siblings and pets for me and is surprisingly perceptive. • Is agitated by noisy, crowded events, and it takes him a long time to bounce back after such disruptions. • ”Catches” others’ emotions or upset moods, almost like a cold. • Is prone to headaches and stomachaches related to other people’s stress. • Feels tension during traumatic world events, maybe even drawing pictures of them or spontaneously talking about them, without any external information about the events. • Is hard to keep a secret or surprise from; for example, she routinely guesses her birthday presents. • Has a tendency to have insights about other people and the world that outpace developmental norms. • Reports feeling different from his or her peers.

“Is this feeling mine?” Remind him that he’s not respon sible for anyone else’s feelings. • If a child is stuck in a pattern of being in tune with others’ pain or the pain of the world, help him learn to switch to being on the “self channel.” We can help him do this through exercise, by encouraging him to express his feel ings in art, or even by taking a couple of slow deep breaths along with us. Perceptive children call for perceptive parenting. Parents can help keep intuition strong in their children and help solidify this gift for life by adopting these supportive behaviors. Catherine Crawford is a licensed marriage and family therapist and registered art therapist, specializing in the needs of intuitive empaths. Her new book is The Highly Intuitive Child: A Guide to Understanding and Parenting Unusually Sensitive and Empathic Children. Learn more at LifePassage.com.

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Kula Center for Movement Arts 110 East 8th Street, Newport KY KulaCenterKY.com Sun. 2pm. Sep 13, 20, 27. FREE Nia Newbie Jam taught by our fabulous new Nia teachers. See ad on page 14 Tina Kiely TKiely@AumNation.com AumNation.com Thu. 7:35pm. Nia Seminars at the Gamble-Nippert YMCA. For more information about Nia on the Westside, Cincinnati, check out AumNation.com! Gamble-Nippert YMCA. 3159 Montana Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-661-1105 www.nia-swohnky.com Visit us for information about The Nia Technique, including teachers, classes and events in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area. Current Nia classes are as follows: Mon. 6pm. With Trish Freeman. YogahOMe, 715 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, KY. 513-373-5661 Trish@nia-swohnky.com Tue. 8:30am. With Joan Scanlon. Fairfield Community Ctr., 411 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, OH. 513-702-5734 CoolJoan@fuse.net Wed. 6pm. With Joan Scanlon. Fairfield Community Ctr., 411 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, OH. 513702-5734 CoolJoan@fuse.net Wed. 7:30pm. With Gwen Steffen. The Kula Center for Movement Arts, 110 E. 8th St., Newport, KY. 859-604-3131 EponaProduction@yahoo.com Thu. 6pm. With Mary Singler. The Kula Center for Movement Arts, 110 E. 8th St., Newport, KY. 513-460-5182 Mary.Singler@fuse.net Sat. 10am. With Trish Freeman. The Kula Center for Movement Arts, 110 E. 8th St., Newport, KY. 513-373-5661 Trish@nia-swohnky.com Sun. 1pm. With Gwen Steffen. Aura, 401 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, KY. 859-604-3131 EponaProduction@yahoo.com yogahOMe Bellevue 715 Fairfield Ave, Bellevue, KY 41073 859-655-9642 yogahOMe.net Gina Artese/Co-Owner Mon. 6-7:15pm. Fitness is fun! Joyful movement and music - adaptable to any age/fitness level. Taught by Trish Freeman in our beautiful studio located one mile East of Newport on the Levee! First class is free. $12 Drop-in rate.

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Creativity in Motion Dancing through Life with Nia

by Gail Condrick

ooking for a cardio workout that engages both mind and body with a side order of consciousness? The Nia Technique may be just the ticket. In each hour-long Nia class, enthusiasts experience the creativity of dance, the precision of yoga and the power of martial arts, as they move to music that rocks the body and soothes the soul. Nia blends the energy forms of Tai chi, aikido, tae kwon do, Duncan dance, jazz, modern dance and yoga into a holistic, self-healing experience. The underlying principle of it all is finding joy and pleasure in movement. Renowned physician Christiane Northrup characterizes Nia as “a total mind, body, spirit celebration.” In her book, The Secret Pleasures of Menopause, she notes that regular exercise can add 20 years to a life and encourages individuals to get moving. A Nia class “celebration” is an active, sweaty, cardiovascular workout currently practiced in 39 countries. In Newport, Kentucky, at The Kula Center, students ages 14 to 76 dance enthusias-

tically to music that ranges from inspirational to funky and primal, accented by kicks, blocks, punches and jazzy showmanship. Each person moves at their desired level of intensity, adapting the 52 moves of the form to their body potential. Each hour long session ends in freeform stretching and relaxation and an invitation that students apply the movements to their daily lives. Lee Rafales, 60, a software developer, finds that Nia gives him a needed break from his sedentary and analytical work. “Nia is fun and loose,” shares Rafales. “ Like a lot of American men I didn’t dance much, but the way Nia is set up – it provides just enough structure that you feel comfortable with the moves – yet freedom so that you don’t have to do everything exactly right. I like the combination of martial arts with the softer moves of yoga and dance.” Awareness makes a difference. In Excuses Begone! Wayne Dyer, Ph.D., concludes that it is this conscious awareness that boosts effectiveness of such physical exercise and creates the

Nia’s blend of conscious awareness, dance fitness, martial arts and healing philosophy easily puts one’s own creativity into motion. potential for self-healing. Lauren Bobier, 26, a managing editor of an educational website in Cincinnati, found that Nia helped her connect with music and dance in a way that she never experience before. “During that first class, I knew I was going to be addicted. I was hooked” says Bobier. “It is a perfect combination of enlightened people, a great workout and an opportunity to harness my chi.” The “more” delivered in Nia class comes courtesy of Nia teachers, extensively trained in the technique’s multiple disciplines, and so able to address a student’s needs, both physically and energetically. Tina Kieley, 38, a graphic artist and Mom in Western Hills, just received her Nia certification and is beginning to teach classes. “I was going to a tai chi class, and there was a Nia class right before the class. I saw people coming from Nia smiling, happy, sweaty, yet relaxed. So I started taking Nia and liked it so much that I took the white belt training.” Nia teachers have an extensive training course that is based on belt levels – from white to black. In September, Kieley will be teaching a class at the Williams Y in partnership with another Nia instructor. “Nia is so many things, it helps you to heal through movement – instead of beating yourself up,” observes Kieley. “I had several health issues. Nia helped me to align my body, increase my mobility and flexibility and has given me strength. Also – fit just makes me smile.” Finding art in the human form and elevating fitness to a conscious, selfhealing practice have been the work of Nia founders Debbie and Carlos Rosas for 25 years. According to the Rosas, Nia enables students to use movements learned in class to enrich all aspects of their lives, inside and outside the studio. “The Nia practice, what we call ‘dancing through life,’ is choosing to make every movement a dance of self-

healing,” explains Debbie, who lives in Portland, Oregon. “When I wake up in the morning, I can jump out of bed any which way or I can connect to my body and move organically, the way the body moves naturally. As I move through my day, I can create pleasure by adjusting my movements and practicing a kind of living meditation. All of it adjusts my perspective of life as art.” Katherine, a local Nia Student says “Nia can be life changing. The only person you have to look like is you, and for some of us, learning that is a big deal.”

“The practice of Nia enables me to feel great, look good and to live joyfully,” remarks Julian Freeman, another local Nia Student Nia’s blend of conscious awareness, dance fitness, martial arts and healing philosophy easily puts one’s own creativity into motion. Carlos warns: “Watch out, this can change your life.” Gail Condrick, a black belt Nia instructor, can be reached at NiaVisions.com

September 2009

Growing a Garden

Fall Preparation Essentials

by Craig D. Grabow

E A I T I V E The ultimate creative act is to express what is most authentic and individual about you. - Eileen M. Clegg

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t’s fall—leaves are changing color, weeds are going away, and mowing is slowing down. Most people are thinking it’s finally time to forget about the yard for the winter. Wrong! At least, for those of you who plan on having a garden next spring. The fall season is when you must prepare for the garden—you need to find out what space you can use, how you’re going to design it, and whether the soil needs amending. Doing so helps you ensure that your time in the garden is well spent and most effective. By taking certain measures now, you ensure that come springtime you’re planting rather than planning and that—hopefully—come harvest time you are munching on delicious horticulture delights.

Finding the Perfect Space

General rules of thumb come to mind when the question of where to put the garden arises. Regardless of what you decide to grow, sunlight, well-drained soil and access to water are essential. Sunlight The amount of sunlight determines how much photosynthesis these plants receive, so more sunlight equals more growth and thus more vigorous plants. Does this mean your garden needs complete open air with no obstruction? No—but it’s important to understand that your crops won’t be as productive as they otherwise would be. Drainage Well-drained soil is a crucial site selection criterion and a limiting factor for most urban gardens. To determine whether your site is well drained, find your site, envision an X pattern on the future plot and dig five holes—one about a foot in from each end of the X and one in the center. The holes should

be about eight inches deep and eight inches wide. On an overcast day or in the early evening, grab a watch or kitchen timer and a bucket of water and fill each hole to the top. Start timing how long the water takes to drain out. If the draining takes only an hour, you should be good (certain plants will not allow for even five minutes of saturation, though, so make sure you carefully keep track of the drain time—this information will help you in plant selection). If the soil takes longer than an hour to drain, your soil is not well drained. (If soil is not well drained, don’t freak out—mounding and amending can alleviate the problem if done properly, or you can select another site.) Before you put the dugout portions back in the hole, take a piece about one inch wide and eight inches deep from each of the five portions, remove any organic matter (that is, leaf litter, grass clippings, and grass) from the top, and lay these chunks out to dry. When drying is complete, crumble all the dried soil together, put it in a paper bag and take it to your county extension office. You just submitted a soil sample for a soil test and should have it back within two weeks. I explain what to do with the soil test results later in this article. Water access Access to water seems like a no brainer, but you might be surprised how many people decide that walking a mile with a bucket is considered “access to water.” Try to select a space close to a spigot, or else make sure you have a hose long enough to reach the entire garden. Many gardens go belly up because their owners didn’t plan ahead and don’t feel like carrying buckets out to the garden, so make it easy on yourself.

Designing the Layout

Design is vitally important (remember, your garden is going to be part of your landscape and should reflect how you want your landscape to look). You need to allow for the following when planning your garden plot: Buffer zone A buffer zone is simply a border of turf, flower beds or gravel beds around the plot to keep runoff of soil down and access to sides of plot easy. Bed width I like my beds no wider than three feet, although four feet is not bad. I prefer three feet because I can have two rows of most crops within each bed without having to reach too far when weeding and planting. Walkways Keep walkways between beds within plots

so that working within your garden is not a hassle. I use mulch during the season in walkways to alleviate compaction, erosion, weeds and moisture control.

Preparing the Soil

Soil preparation and amendment needed is largely determined by the results of your soil test. If the suggestions on the soil test and look like Latin to you, don’t worry—just ask your extension agent to explain the language to you and offer any suggestions he or she may have on properly amending the soil (such as incorporating more organic matter or providing nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus). Not all fertilizers are the same, and not all plants require the same fertilizers, so having an idea of what plants and what method of gardening (organic or non-organic) you are considering will help in your decision process when you select fertilizer, compost, and plants. Trying to explain all approaches to and facets of gardening in this article is not feasible, so rely on your local experts (self-education is good, too—remember, you’re the horticulturalist of your domain). No matter what the results of your soil test are, you should incorporate slow-release fertilizers in the fall as well as do the initial tilling and soil coverage. The initial tilling (I recommend going no deeper than eight inches) helps bring weed seeds in the soil up top (after which the winter season will hopefully damage them), incorporate into the soil any compost or fertilizer you’ve added, and make tillage in the spring much easier. After you do the fall tilling, make sure to cover the soil; covering it ensures that the soil stays put and allows for some of the beneficial pests in the soil to stay cozy in the winter. I use mulch in a four-inch layer (I like this method because in the spring I scrape the un-decomposed portion to the walkways and till in the decomposed portion); you may also use straw, newspaper or plastic covering. Craig Grabow holds degrees in both Horticulture and Sustainable Agriculture. He is the owner of Grady Horticultural Consulting, which serves both commercial and residential customers. You may contact him at cgrabow.grady@gmail.com or 859393-1561.

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Coming Home to Yourself When Your Home Expresses Who You Are by Judith Fertig Illustrations by Jill Butler

ome. It’s a small word for a univerA house becomes finally being able to build a home or move to the place of our dreams; or a milestone, which sal idea, one that resonates deeply with complex individual meanings a home only as might come in the form of a first apartment or new baby. and associations. we put our own “Creating a soul space, or a nest, is not a Regardless of whether home is a room, new idea for most women,” says Butler. “What apartment, cottage or mansion, how homey personal, might be new is creating the nest that supports it seems depends first on two physical facyou and makes you feel loved and nurtured tors: light coming in on two sides and a emotional imprint when your world might not. Taking the time to view of greenery or sky, according to Clare understand the deeper need is the first step.” Cooper Marcus, professor emerita of the on it. departments of architecture and landscape How a House Becomes a Home architecture and environmental planning at the University of California, Berkeley. “We yearn for “A house is more than a roof over your head,” says Butler, nature,” she observes. “Houseplants or a view of a garden noting that it is far more than what it came to be seen as in reis a universal desire.” cent years as Americans’ primary savings account. “The whole In her seminal book, House as a Mirror of Self: Exploridea of a house became skewed when we worried more about ing the Deeper Meaning of Home, which resulted from her resale value than actually living there,” she continues. “It’s work on a low-income housing project and a series of case time to consider their return on our emotional investment.” studies, Marcus came to understand that “People con A house becomes a home only as we put our own sciously and unconsciously use their home environment personal, emotional imprint on it. “A home is people-made,” to express something about themselves.” For Marcus, our writes Alexandra Stoddard, author of Feeling at Home: Definevolving self-image is directly reflected in the homes we ing Who You Are and How You Want to Live. “Our home is create, like a chambered nautilus, around our deepest self. our essence, the ultimate Earthly place where we live and Sometimes, we discover that we have outgrown the love and have our being. shell in which we currently live, and a change is in or “All the more reason to ask ourselves: Are we living with der, remarks Jill Butler, an illustrator, creativity coach and harmony, fulfillment, and joy at home? Are we living as well author of Create the Space You Deserve: An Artistic Journey as we would like, or are we too often anxious, emotionally to Expressing Yourself Through Your Home. This could be exhausted and stressed?” the result of a shift, as the result of downsizing to a smaller Interior designer Kelee Katillac, author of House of Behome or again becoming a single adult; a celebration of lief: Creating Your Own Personal Style, suggests we start by

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taking a close look at what we see around us in our home. “Homes that say nothing of who we are—what we believe in and values that we aspire toward—are places of tumultuous spiritual discontent,” she counsels. “By filling the space around us with benign objects—department-store clones with matching accessories to fill every nook and cranny—we lock ourselves into a gilded cage of fashion for which our creative spirit has no key.”

Creative Renewal

“Although we tend to relegate creativity to the working artist, all of us are creating all the time,” says Butler. Creativity at home may begin with a notebook filled with pictures culled from magazines, paint chips, product literature and to-do lists. We have the information and the ideas, now we must make it all happen. Some creative house projects are relatively easy and inexpensive to do ourselves. We can make a static space, Taking Stock like a living or dining room, function better for how we really Before we can create a home that truly expresses our deepest live—make it more informal, colorful, or lived-in—by changself, we need to rediscover who we are now, where we are in ing the type of furniture or its arrangement, advises Katillac. our life and what we really want. This calls for an assessment Butler emphasizes that the secret to using every room lies in or inventory, a “before” snapshot. setting up the room exactly as we want it. Thomas Moore, in Care of the Soul: How to Add Depth We can happily engage all the senses with favorite and Meaning to Your Everyday Life, recalls a “reading” he did music, scented candles, fresh flowers, soft throws or silky of one woman’s dwelling. “My idea was to see the house’s pillows and perhaps a garden, visible through a window. We poetry and alphabet, to understand the gestures it was makcan repaint a room in a color we love. We can even make ing in its architecture, colors, furnishing [and] decorations, our own artwork. We can decorate only with objects that and the condition it was in at that particular time.” After the resonate with us, with less of an eye to the price. exercise, he notes, “We both felt unusually connected to the “Living artfully might require taking the time to buy place.” More, “I was motivated to reflect on my own home things with soul for the home,” counsels Moore. “Good and to think more deeply about the poetics of everyday life.” linens, a special rug or a simple teapot can be a source of How well does our current home feel like we wish it to? enrichment, not only for our own life, but also the lives of In Feeling at Home, Stoddard lists 15 elements that contribour children and grandchildren.” ute to the emotional intelligence of a home. In addition to Adds Katillac, “By surrounding ourselves with the trapthe dual keys of light and a view outside, as Marcus menpings of our past successes, or with things we associate with tions, are color, comfortable furniture, change (periodic rearthose who have achieved the success we want in our lives, rangement of elements), privacy, fresh air, nature, beauty, art, we begin to believe in the possibility of our dreams.” order, a working kitchen, a home library and favorite objects. When re-envisioning our home involves tearing out walls, The latter may encompass heirlooms, childhood souvenirs adding rooms or building from the ground up, it’s time to call and handcrafts. in help from experts: architects, interior “We begin by shaping our home endesigners, contractors, plumbers and “Just as a picture is drawn vironments into places of inspiration and painters—the works. That can seem dauntaffirmation,” advises Katillac. “By keeping ing at first. But our sources share a secret: by an artist, surroundings our beliefs in front of us in our homes Find a professional with the credentials and by building our belief and our confi- are created by the activities of you want for your project, and he or she dence through artistry in our own home, generally will lead you to other qualithe mind.” we enter into an exhilarating process that fied people. affects our lives on every level.” ~ Guatama Buddha

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“Each lead, each name or name of a service, leads to the next lead,” advises Butler. “Each time you meet someone and get help, he or she will answer questions and evoke more questions yet to be answered, and on and on it goes.”

Finished ... for Now When our home project is finished we’ll know, because the space contributes to our well-being, says Butler. “You’ll feel nurtured, nested, and protected. You’ll feel at home.” “Feeling at home is a way of life, an inspiring journey of discovery as well as a bridge that leads us to great appreciation, reverence and beauty,” concludes Stoddard. A home

that feels like home is a place “where we’ve transformed our spirit because we’ve learned how to follow our own heart.” The effects, too, are ongoing. “Through this process of belief-based decorating,” adds Katillac, “nothing seems beyond transformation—negative thoughts, financial trouble, loneliness—nothing.” Judith Fertig is a freelance writer in Overland Park, KS. Connect at JFertig299@aol.com. For more information and inspiration, contact Jill Butler at JillButler.com; Kelee Katillac at KeleeKatillac.com and KatillacShack.com; Clare Cooper Marcus at Clare@MyGarden. com; Thomas Moore at CareOfTheSoul.net; and Alexandra Stoddard at AlexandraStoddard.com.

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stage in your life,” says Marcus, whether that stage is child-rearing, professional life or a relationship that has changed or ended. When we prune away things that are no longer necessary to us, saying yes only to what we need, love and absolutely can’t live without, we can better see the path ahead. We can sell, recycle, donate or throw away things that no longer serve. Creating order makes us feel more peaceful, confident and ready for creative action.

aking stock of what’s important to us comprises two parts. First, we survey our beliefs and values. Then, we consider how our homes reflect, or don’t reflect, those key beliefs and values. The following toolbox can help spark progress. Make Lists. Alexandra Stoddard has her clients simply list 10 words that define who they are now. The list might include words like “love,” “green,” “food” or “memories.” The next step is going from room to room and seeing how well each space mirrors these values. Jill Butler also recommends listing all of the activities we see happening in our reinvented home. It helps evolve the types of spaces needed and suggests innovative uses for rooms.

“Having fi gured out the ‘What,’ the ‘How’ will take care of itself.”

Ask Questions. Butler recommends asking the “W” questions. Where are you now? What do you want? What do you see around you? “Ask yourself what pleases you and makes you feel good,” she says. Maybe it’s a cozy color, a fresh breeze through the window or family photographs. Are these elements present now?

~ Jill Butler Draw a Picture. Clare Cooper Marcus has given her clients a large pad of paper, Embrace Opposites. Katillac asks couples crayons and felt pens and asked them to questions like, “What do you want more of in your life?” She detail their feelings about home in a picture. In creating a finds the commonality in their answers, but also celebrates concept of home that they could see, the clients were better the opposites—what each person wants without considerable to make those changes happen in their homes. ing the other person at all. For example, one might prefer Zen-like, serene surroundings, while the other loves the Take a Field Trip. Kelee Katillac suggests taking a “field rustic outdoors, but they both want to feel family-friendly trip” in our own home. “Walk through your house now and casual. So, a “Zen cabin” could become a translation of and look for things that exemplify something of your beliefs their mutual desires. “I love the juxtaposition of two different and values,” she advises. “List objects and areas that have ideas,” says Katillac. “It’s all about helping people create a special meaning to you. This meaning may be known only home that reflects who they are and who they want to be.” to you—more of an association. You may also see many things there that have no meaning to you; it’s time to let Pause. Wait for emotions to settle. Don’t be in a hurry to those go.” decide this, that, or all of it. Let decisions sit on the to-do list, undecided, for a while. Watch as the choices become clear Clear Out Clutter. The accumulation of things we no longer naturally, organically, quietly. really need signals “not wanting to let go or move on from a 22

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in Autumn

Natural Remedies by Dr. Matthew J. Heller

After the dog days of summer pass, a few unpleasant mementos of the season may linger.

ome people are surprised to find increased flea activity during early autumn. Fleas creep, crawl and jump on pets, lawns and a few unlucky people. The heat and humidity of an Indian summer creates an environment in which the flea population may flourish if left untreated. Although a flea lives only 6 to 12 months, a pair of fleas can produce millions of offspring during their lifespan. Fleas are also capable of covering great distances, infesting pets and homes alike. In fact, scientists have documented that some species of fleas are capable of leaping more than 15 inches high (the equivalent of a 500-foot leap for a human). Sadly for our pets, fleas are a parasite and need a host to survive, and our furry companions are their top choice. Fleas feast on their host’s blood, causing reactions ranging from mild skin redness to a more severe allergic reaction. Almost all cats and dogs—and other mammals, too—are susceptible to flea infestations. In fact, even the most pampered of indoor cats may be exposed to fleas by just sitting beside an open screen window, which allows fleas to jump in from the outside! Tragically, several times a year I am presented with a young, weakened kitten with an extreme flea infestation causing anemia and often leading to death. As with many pests, eliminating a flea infestation is far more challenging that preventing it. Protecting your

companion from these creepy critters requires patience and perseverance on your part.

Does My Pet Have Fleas?

Fleas may be difficult to see on your pet, especially if the pet boasts a thick, furry coat. Your pet may illustrate some trademark signs of this unwelcome parasite such as scratching, scabs and dark specs, or “flea dirt,” found on the skin. Fleas often migrate to the top of the pet’s back closest to its tail. To inspect your pet for fleas, run a fine-toothed comb over his or her fur and closely review the skin. Another sign that your pet has been exposed to fleas is the presence of tapeworms. Fleas can carry tapeworms, which are small, white-rice-like segments in your pet’s feces or in the hair around his or her anus. Often, dogs and cats become infected with tapeworms by biting at and eating an attacking flea that’s carrying the tapeworm. If you suspect your pet has fleas or tapeworms, contact your veterinarian for treatment advice. There are many products on the market aimed at preventing and treating flea infestations—take the time to research your options to provide the best approach for your pet.

Extinguishing the Problem

If your pet has been infested by fleas, I typically recommend treating all your household pets for at least three months in order to attack every part of the flea’s

life cycle. (A common mistake for pet owners is to treat only the pet on which the flea is discovered, allowing the other household pets to become the next host and repeat the flea cycle.) Different flea control products work in different ways, have varying levels of effectiveness and kill fleas at different life stages (eggs, larvae and/or adults). Unless you have a severe flea infestation in your environment, typically treating your pet (and not the surrounding environment) will be sufficient. If you do have a flea infestation, time is of the essence in controlling it, especially if your pet is allergic to fleas. Beginning treatment upon discovery of the flea is recommended. If your pet suffers from flea allergic dermatitis, the presence of even a few fleas may cause an inflammatory reaction. Today’s pet owner can choose from a variety of effective pesticides—such as Frontline, Advantage, Revolution and Promeris—to prevent and treat flea infestations. However, if you prefer a more natural approach, you may want to consider using a botanical parasite dust. Botanical medicine (plant or plant extracts used for medicinal purposes) is another branch of alternative or complementary veterinary medicine. In my practice, I recommend Buck Mountain Botanicals Parasite Dust for Animals. Parasite Dust can be applied to the pet as well as to vacuumed and freshly laundered bedding. Fleas and their eggs, larvae and pupae die promptly when encountering this botanical product, which comprises primarily Neem (Azadirachta indica). It also has a contraceptive characteristic that aids in the prevention and treatment of infestations. Like its traditional topical counterparts, parasite dust may be applied on a monthly basis whenever you find fleas. At present, there is no synthetic version of Azadirachta. Remember: Botanical products, just like their pharmaceutical counterparts, may have side effects, so be very careful to use these products as directed. Consult your veterinarian before implementing any flea control program. Dr. Matthew J. Heller is a local Holistic Veterinarian. Visit AllAboutPetCare.com for more information.

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Sizzling Hot Healthy Peppers by Amber Lanier Nagle

abanero, banana wax, jalapeno and other members of the chile pepper family have added a kick of flavor to otherwise bland food for hundreds of years. These spicy dynamos not only make our tongues sizzle and our faces sweat, they also deliver an array of health benefits. The hot, hotter and scorching sensation of capsaicin, found primarily in the seeds and ribs of cayenne peppers, has its own heat scale. While the amount of this chemical component varies among pepper varieties, the rule is, the more capsaicin, the more fire in the belly and mouth. Bell peppers are at the bottom of the Scoville Heat Scale, with zero units, while fiery habaneros score around 300,000 units, and pure capsaicin, at the top of the list, measures a scorching 16 million units. In recent years, researchers who have studied capsaicin have surfaced some promising results. Evidently, eating these spicy treats can help prevent and treat certain types of cancer, decrease and alleviate pain and help control weight.

Fight Cancer In India, Mexico and other countries where hot peppers are commonly used in traditional cuisine, cancer rates are relatively low, according to the Globocan 2002 database. This correlates with the results of a study conducted on mice genetically modified with human prostate cancer cells. Research by the Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, in collaboration with University of California, Los Angeles, demonstrated that the pepper extract not only killed approximately 80 percent of the cancer cells, but also dramatically curbed the growth of remaining tumors, which were only one-fifth the size of those in untreated mice. Capsaicin triggered a similar effect in human lung and pancreatic cancer cells in a study conducted at the University of Nottingham in the UK.

when capsaicin cream is applied to the skin, but this discomfort eventually subsides with repeated use, and pain relief usually follows.

Offset Obesity Capsaicin is found in various weight loss supplements because it increases metabolic activity, which helps to burn calories and fat. In 1999, the British Journal of Nutrition published a study revealing that women participants who added two teaspoons of dried red pepper to their food consumed fewer calories and less fat at their next meal, so capsaicin may reduce appetite.

Spice Up a Diet To make the most of the diverse health benefits associated with eating hot peppers, we must add them to our everyday diet. Any Mexican or Thai restaurant can easily satiate a hankering for heat. At home, adding hot peppers to meals is easy and adds intriguing color and flavor to foods. Note that regular consumption of hot peppers increases oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tolerance to capsaicin, and thus access to its benefits. So experts recommend that we begin at the base of the Scoville Heat Scale, with milder peppers, and gradually work our way up to the tongue scorchers. Start, for example, with pepperoncinis, which add zing to salads and soups and then, step up to hotter varieties, like poblanos and jalapenos, perfect in pasta dishes, rices and omelets. Maybe top a pizza with sliced wax peppers. Finally, add a dash of cayenne pepper to spice salsas, sauces and meat marinades. Researchers and dieticians around the world are excited about the proven and potential health benefits of hot peppers. People everywhere are proving why, indeed, some like it hot.

Manage Pain

Amber Lanier Nagle is a freelance writer in Adairsville, GA. Connect at AmberNagle.com.

Over-the-counter topical capsaicin ointments, such as Zostrix and Capzasin-P, currently provide thousands of individuals with relief from the pain associated with osteoarthritis, sports injuries and psoriasis. These peppery creams work by depleting the amount of a neurotransmitter called substance P, which is believed to send pain messages to the brain. Many individuals experience a localized burning sensation

Source: New Mexico State University; for more, visit ChilePepperInstitute.org and search Chile Information.

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The Beholder and the Critic Creativity in Reception by A.C. Frabetti

It would be a mistake to reduce creativity to the person who makes objects, as the title “creative expression” may imply. There are obvious instances in which this reduction simply does not hold. For example, a composer imagines music; a musician plays it. In theater, there is the written drama and the performance. But there is also a third easily overlooked component in the process of art’s coming into being. That component is the beholder, the listener, the audience, the one who experiences art.

good example of creator and beholder lies in the reading of a book. Consider, for example, The Iliad. At one point in time, the stream of imagery and narrative lived within Homer’s mind as ideas. Later, after Homer had sung his verse, someone recorded it into writing. The printed version of The Iliad rests between covers, a mere aggregate of ink and cellulose. But when a person reads it, he or she re-creates Homer’s imagery. There is the work itself that transcends that subjectivity, that serves as the common link between author and reader, but the story also naturally assumes the subjective hue of the reader. Homer may be long deceased, but his vision—The Iliad—occupies an atemporal sphere. It brings us back to a mythical/historical time period in terms of its content, but our actual ex-

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perience of it is in that atemporal sphere of aesthetic experience. A materialistic notion of the visual arts may say that a sculpture or painting is a complete work, a self-enclosed entity—but this is not so. Without someone to experience the work, it remains a mere aggregation of materials, like the ink and cellulose of a book. The human spirit is what recognizes art, coming to know itself in aesthetic experience; do not birds, for example, defecate on beautiful outdoor statues, since for them the art is no more than a perch? Art through its conscious human contemplation makes its appearance, and in the case of existing artworks, is renewed. A new horizon opens up, an invisible sphere is reborn, and the final step in the artwork’s process is completed, again and again. Some people experience the visual arts in a vivacious, active way, allowing themselves to be carried by line, color, symbols, layered meanings and any of the possible subtleties transmitted from within the artwork. Their process of re-creation—that which happens in their soul—is an expressive experience. Artists long to have such individuals view their works; it is deeply gratifying. But there are also audiences who merely glance at artworks, seeking some correspondence to a comfortable world of perception. Their gaze is passive, hence the work that is re-created within them is weak and uninspiring. In this context I introduce the art critic. The critic is not a fault-finder (such is an example of an undeveloped critical faculty) but a perceiver and co-creator. Good criticism also has a pedantic element; the critic carries his or her audience along with his or her reflections and invites them to experience art in a more expansive fashion. Essentially, the critic is an art lover. However, he or she uses his or her feelings as a third eye. That a particular work makes one feel a certain way is cause for investigation, not passionate flight; the critic seeks the reason for the experience in both him or herself as well as in the work. This mode of experiencing aesthetic phenomena allows for a deeply felt approach to art coupled with the capacity for sober contemplation, constantly demanding that the critic

grow his or her cultural and intellectual knowledge while also delving into his or her emotions. The experience is a pendulum between feeling and thinking, the two informing each other. A good art critic must therefore be learned, internally and externally. I encourage the evolution of the experience of art as the development of the critical faculty, which is also creative; this evolution is an important step in one’s inner growth. But perhaps more importantly, I encourage people to visit art exhibitions, open studios and museums. Between every picture frame and on every pedestal you find some concentration of human energies (for good or ill)—a storehouse for creative contemplation and elaboration. A.C. Frabetti founded the online journal ÆQAI, a free journal featuring critical thinking, review and reﬂective prose on contemporary art in Greater Cincinnati. It challenges readers to think newly about regional art and the universal issues that such art raises. To learn more, visit www.aeqai.com

“creativity is a type of learning process where the teacher and pupil are located in the same individual.” ~ Arthur Koestler

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

The History of Cincinnati’s Inclines – 7-8:30pm. With Roy Hotchkiss from the Price Hill Historical Society. Free. Delhi Township Branch Library. 5095 Foley Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-6019

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Best of Hot Summer Sounds – 6:30-7:45pm. The Beau Band- Acoustic based pop/rock/alternative band featuring Library staff member Bo Alquizola. Free. Westwood Branch Library. 3345 Epworth Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-4474

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Detox for Life - 6-7:30pm. With Susan Jacobs ND. Free. The Cole Center for Healing. 11974 Lebanon Rd Ste 228, Cincinnati, OH. 513-563-4321

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

Living Peaceably – 11am-7pm. A multi-state Peace Celebration to unite faiths, families and cultures. Featured speaker is visionary Will Bowen, bestselling author of “A Complaint Free World.” Free, donations accepted. College of Metaphysics. 163 Moon Valley Rd, Windyville, MO. Register at SOM.org What is Hip? – 7:30-9:30pm. Kentucky Symphony Orchestra’s Boogie Band breaks out the heavy plumbing for a tribute to the horn bands of the 1970s. Free, $5 donation. Devou Park Amphitheater. 1215 Bandshell Blvd, Covington, KY.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR NIA Newbie Jam Sundays, September 13, 20, 27 2:00 pm Taught by our fabulous new Nia teachers. FREE. Everyone welcome! Kula Center for Movement Arts. 110 East 8th Street, Newport KY. KulaCenterKY.com

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

Riverfest – 2-11pm. Mt. Echo. 381 Elberon Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-352-4080

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Identity Theft – 12pm. Find out about unnecessary risks, easy preventative measures and what to

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do if you become a victim of identity theft. With Samantha Rehorst from PNC Bank. Free. Main Library, Room 3A. 800 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-6900

Culture Cincinnati – 7-9pm. The Inclines of Cincinnati: Look at stunning photographs and learn more about the intriguing history of Cincinnati’s historic inclines with Arcadia Press author Melissa Kramer. Free. Main Library, Popular Library. 800 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-6900

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

Bladder Matter: Mind over Bladder – 11:30am1:30pm. This program will help you control embarrassing leakage and gain awareness to the energies that boost all of your organs. No prior knowledge is required. Snack provided. $30. Office Suites Plus. 9075 Centre Pointe Dr, Suite 450, West Chester, OH. RSVP 513-231-6275 BellyLaugh@me.com

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

10th Annual Ashtanga/Hatha 200 RYT Teaching Training. One weekend a month Sep 11 –May 2010. Our program offers training on two complementary styles: Ashtanga and Hatha. We are proud of our outstanding reputation for producing top-quality creative teachers who teach and live the yoga lifestyle. It’s Yoga Cincinnati. 346 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 513-961-9642 YogaGarage.com

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

Jazz of the Month Club – 2-4pm. Live jazz concert featuring the gypsy jazz of the Faux Frenchmen. Sponsored by a generous donation from local jazz musician Jamey Aebersold. Free. Main Library, Reading Garden Lounge. 800 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-6900

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

Traditional Japanese Reiki Level 1 – 12-8pm. This class covers the history, principles, and basic session technique of TJR. With Bruce Davis. Class size limited to 4 participants. Please, register early! $165. Mantra Wellness Center. 4675 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 513-891-1324 Info@MantraWellnessCenter.com Cincinnati’s Founding Fathers – 2-3pm. Join us for a tour of one of the oldest cemeteries in Hamilton County and learn about the founding members of Columbia, Major Benjamin Stites and 26 brave pioneers. Meet in the cemetery parking lot. Free. Pioneer Memorial Cemetery. 333 Wilmer Ave, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 513-761-4313 Six Acres Bed & Breakfast – 7-10pm. Bring lawn chairs. “Marvin and The Experience” performs. Free, donation for the Six Acres Kenya Project accepted. 5350 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH.

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

Year Round Gardening – 6:30pm. Weed, Feed & Seed: Preparing, fertilizing and maintaining your lawn with the White Oak Garden Center. Free. Monfort Heights Branch Library. 3825 West Fork Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-4472 Raising “Money Smart” Kids – 7pm. Learn how to teach your children to handle money responsibly early for lifetime good financial habits with Joe DelVecchio from PNC Bank. Free. Madeira Branch Libary. 7200 Miami Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-6028

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Global Mala United Nations Day of World Peace Event Sunday, September 20 - 1 to 4pm Join us in celebration & practice of peace for all beings with the following happenings: World Peace Yoga Asana Practice, Music, Delicious Vegan Food, Eco-Boutique, Laughter Yoga for World Peace Free, donations accepted to benefit Animals, People & the Earth. Burnet Woods Bandstand, Clifton, OH. 513-300-9642 Yoga@WorldPeaceYoga.com

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

Personal Budgeting – 6:30pm. Learn how to create a personal budget that fits your lifestyle including tips to reduce debt and cost cutting ideas with Joe DelVecchio from PNC Bank. Free. Mariemont Branch Library. 3810 Pocahontas Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-4467

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

Bladder Matter: Mind over Bladder – 5:307:30pm. This program will help you control embarrassing leakage and gain awareness to the energies that boost all of your organs. No prior knowledge is required. Snack provided. $30. Panera Bread, Hyde Park Plaza. 3806 Paxton Ave, Oakley, OH. RSVP 513-231-6275 BellyLaugh@me.com

MARK YOUR CALENDAR Entheotantric Friday, September 25 - 6 to10pm New Exotic Oils by James Pendery. Opening Reception, part of Main Street’s Final Friday Gallery Walk. Music by LFP Power Trio. Poetry Reading by Yvette Nepper. Show runs through Oct 24. Free. Subsequent viewings by appointment. Call 513-961-5302 or 513-917-7164 Susan Angel Gallery. Main and Orchard Streets (near 14th Street) Cincinnati, OH. DanaFineArts.com

Identity Theft – 5:30pm. See September 8.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Personal Budgeting – 6:30-7:45pm. See September 15. Covedale Branch Library. 4980 Glenway Ave, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 513-369-4460

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Identity Theft – 10am. See September 8. Natural Fair – 10am-3pm. Join us for the Grand Re-Opening of Significant Healing Holistic Practice and visit other vendors at the Natural Awakenings Natural Fair. Entertainment and live music. Everyone is welcome, bring a friend! No RSVP necessary. Free. 157 Lloyd Ave, Florence, KY. 513259-3090 Publisher@nacincin.com Paw Paw Hike – 1-2pm. Join us for a short hike through the wild paw paw groves of Avon Woods and experience the mango-like fruit of this native tree. Meet at the nature center. Free. Avon Woods Nature Preserve. 4235 Paddock Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-751-3679 Burnet Woods Concert at the Lake – 2-5pm. Free. Burnet Woods, Trailside Nature Center. 3251 Brookline Dr, Cincinnati, OH. 513-751-3679 Tibet Fest. Experience the sights, sounds and flavors of Tibetan culture at this annual event featuring lectures, crafts, a photo exhibit and the Taste of Tibet. Clifton Art and Cultural Center. 3711 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH. GadenUSA.org

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 Tibet Fest. See Sep 19.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

Budgeting 101 – 6:30pm. Budgeting tips for all stages of adult life with Mary Jane Geis. Free. Blue Ash Branch Library. 4911 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 513-369-6051

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Bladder Matter: Mind over Bladder – 12-2pm. This program will help you control embarrassing leakage and gain awareness to the energies that boost all of your organs. No prior knowledge is required. Snack provided. $30. Fifth Street Center. 525 West Fifth St, Covington, KY. RSVP 513-231-6275 BellyLaugh@me.com Living Our Green Life – 6-8pm. Measuring Your Daily Energy Consumption. Free. Krohn Conservatory. 1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH. 513-421-5707 Avoiding Power Struggles with Children – 7pm. Explore why power struggles happen and what age-appropriate preventative measures you can use to effectively manage these situations with 4C...for Children. Free. Harrison Branch Library. 10398 New Haven Rd, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 513-369-4442

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Future Authors – 10:30am. Share writing and publishing advice with other writers. Free. Greenhills Branch Library. 7 Endicott St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-4441

best nature activities in Greater Cincinnati. Free. Various locations. CincyGreatOutdoorWeekend.org Fall Plant Exchange – 1pm. Bring your extra plants to trade with others and take home some new additions for your garden! Refreshments will be served. Free. Madeira Branch Library. 7200 Miami Ave, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 513-369-6028

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

Great Outdoor Weekend. See Sep. 26. Michael Pollan Author Visit – 1pm. Michael Pollan, author of The Omnivore’s Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals. Free. Cintas Center at Xavier University. 1624 Herald Ave, Cincinnati,

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

Raising “Money Smart” Kids – 6:30pm. See September 14. Mariemont Branch Library. 3810 Pocahontas Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-369-4467

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

How Can I Read With My Child? – 10:30am. Attendees will receive a gift bag with books for children. In partnership with United Way, Success By 6. Free. Miami Township Branch Library. 8 North Miami Ave, Cleves, OH. RSVP 513-369-6050

planahead ROAR – 9pm-1am. Roaring Tigers and Leaping Carp: Decoding the Symbolic Language of Chinese Animal Painting. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH. 513-721-2787

national and internationally known teachers, musicians, authors, artists and chefs. Find a full rich experience and inspiration leading to and creating a path of world peace. Costs vary. Grailville. 932 O’Bannonville Rd, Loveland, OH. 513-300-9642 Info@WorldPeaceYogaConference.com

WEEKEND, OCTOBER 10-11

WEEKEND, NOVEMBER 13-15

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9

The Way of the Shaman – 9:30am-6pm. Basic Workshop. Two-day Foundation for Shamanic Studies experiential introduction; enter nonordinary reality for problem solving, Power Animal and Teacher; emphasis on the shamanic journey using the drum; Pre-register with instructor: Dana Robinson. $225. yogahOMe. 715 Fairfield Ave, Bellevue, KY. RSVP 410-820-9977 DanaCougar@goeaston.net ShamanTracks.com

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 Laughter and Peace! – 6-9pm. A two hour participatory program exploring the power of laughter as a practice of non-violence. With Patrick Murphy Welage and Betty Finney. Followed by the Natural Awakenings Natural Fair; stay to socialize and network! $20 in advance/ $25 at the door. ROC Conference Center. 969 Reading Rd, Mason, OH. 513-607-1830 PWelage@hotmail.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 Laughter and Peace! – 6-9pm. See October 16. Grailville, St. Brigid Building. 932 O’Bannoville Rd, Loveland, OH. 513-607-1830 PWelage@hotmail.com

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 4th Annual Nauti Nite – 7:30-11pm. Fundraiser for the WAVE Foundation’s conservation efforts and youth education programs. Newport Aquarium. 1 Aquarium Way, Newport, KY. 859-815-1442

WEEKEND, OCTOBER 23-25 World Peace Yoga Conference: 3 days. With

Weekend Yoga Immersion – 6-9pm (Fri), 9am-6pm (Sat), 9am-5pm (Sun). Immerse into various styles of hatha yoga, such as vinyasa, yin and Taoist, learning how to practice and sequence; background of yoga philosophy; training in anatomy and physiology of the physical and subtle bodies, including information on the chakras; diet and nutrition for the yogic lifestyle and more! $235 before 11/9 or $260 after 11/9 (pricing includes a manual and lunch on Sat. and Sun.) World Peace Yoga & Motion Studio. 268 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-300-9642 Yoga@WorldPeaceYoga.com

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Yoga Teacher Training Open House – 5:307pm. For anyone interested in becoming a yoga teacher or in deepening their yoga practice. Learn about the 200-hour Yoga Alliance program and what it’s all about! Free. World Peace Yoga & Motion Studio. 268 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-300-9642 Yoga@WorldPeaceYoga.com

WEEKEND, DECEMBER 5-6 Laughter Yoga Leader Certification – 9am5pm. Join Patrick Murphy-Welage for this amazing 2 day training & certification. Laughter Yoga is a fun-filled participatory and experiential event! It includes movement, light stretching, breathing exercises, and laughter exercises - all leading up to a laughter yoga meditation. $250 before 11/15 or $295 after 11/15. World Peace Yoga & Motion Studio. 268 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-300-9642 Yoga@WorldPeaceYoga.com

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Great Outdoor Weekend: 2 days. Sampler of the

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ongoingcalendar Meditation: Why It Works – 10-11:30am. 8 weekly sessions. Starts Aug 31. With Gay Pupura. An indepth study, bio-feedback, breath awareness. $125. Mantra Wellness Center. 4675 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-891-1324 Info@MantraWellnessCenter.com Laugh at Lunch – 12-12:45pm. Laughter yoga is a fun, new exercise anyone can do. Pack a lunch and feed both body and soul. Free. The Scout House at Harry Whiting Brown Community Center. 34 Village Sq, Cincinnati, OH. 513-771-0333 Yoga – 5:30-6:20pm. For people affected by cancer. Free. The Wellness Community. 4918 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-791-4060 Taijiquan – 5:45-7pm. August 24 through November. Every Monday and Wednesday. Introductory beginners’ class. First class free. $20 registration fee, further donations accepted. Oakley Community Center. 3882 Paxton Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-981-7940 NIA – 6-7:15pm. Joyful movement and music adaptable to any age/fitness level. With Trish Freeman. First class free. $12. yogahOMe Bellevue. 715 Fairfield Ave, Bellevue, KY. 859-655-9642 yogahOMe.net Sustainable Living Potluck – 6:30-10pm. Informal group meeting discussing ways of decreasing our collective and individual “ecological footprints”. Free. Gaia Foundation. 8987 Cotillion Dr, Cincinnati, OH. 513-521-9321 Yoga for Healthy Weight! – 6:45-7:45pm. 1st class is FREE; $13-drop-in; $69 for 6 class pass; $120 for 12 class pass. Lifepath Center. 734 Brom-Cres Rd, Crescent Springs, KY. 859-426-5307 lifepath-2001.com In Haus Comedy Night – 7-9pm. Every 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. Listen, laugh and have a great cup of coffee as local comedians share their talent with us. Free. Bean Haus. 640 Main St, Covington, KY. 859-431-BEAN Athletic Stretch – 7:30pm. Starts Sep 14. Cyclist, runners, fitness trainers and beginners this class will stretch your body and make you feel good. $12 dropin/ $120 for 3 months unlimited yoga. Yoga ah Studio. 4046 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati OH. 513-542-9624 yogaAHstudio.com

NIA – 8:30am. With Joan Scanlon. Fairfield Community Ctr., 411 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, OH. 513-702-5734 cooljoan@fuse.net Open Yoga Practice – 9:30am. Free. Yoga Ah! Studio. 4046 Hamilton Ave, 2nd Floor, Cincinnati, OH. 513-542-9642 Walnut Hills Walking Club – 10-11am. Take steps to being healthy and join The Walnut Hills Walking Club! Free. Bush Recreation Center. 2640 Kemper Ln, Cincinnati, OH. 513-585-9872 Strauss & Troy Market – 11am-2pm. Through Sep 29. Fountain Square. Downtown Cincinnati, OH. 513-621-2120 Acoustic Lunch Series – 11:45am-1:45pm. Through

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Sep 29. Free. Piatt Park. 1 Garfield Pl, Cincinnati, OH. 513-352-4080 Tai Chi at The Christ Hospital – 12-1pm. Exclusively for cancer patients, survivors and their loved ones. RalphDehner, instructor. Free. Christ Hospital Cancer Center, Level D. 2139 Auburn Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-585-2023 Findlay Farmers Market – 3-6pm. Through Oct. 1801 Race St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-665-4839 Wyoming Farmers Market – 3-7pm. Corner of Wyoming Ave and Van Roberts Pl, Wyoming, OH. WyomingFarmersMarket.net Sayler Park Farmers Market – 4-7pm. Through Oct 27. Sayler Park. Parkland Ave and Monitor St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-675-0496 Beginners Ashtanga – 5:30pm. Starts Sep 8. Great for anyone who wants to start a yoga practice or is a little rusty. Postures flow in a dynamic sequence. $12 drop-in/ $120 for 3 months unlimited yoga. Yoga ah Studio. 4046 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati OH. 513-5429624 yogaAHstudio.com Reser Road Ride – 6pm. Fantastic road ride through Northern Kentucky. All skill levels are welcome. Helmets and lights required. Free. Reser Bicycle Outfitters. 648 Monmouth St, Newport, KY. 859261-6187 Zumba Class – 6-7pm. Come workout to a fusion of Latin and International music that creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. Free. Su Casa Hispanic Center of Cincinnati. 7036 Fairpark Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-585-9872 Yoga – 6:30-7:30pm. For people affected by cancer. Free. The Wellness Community, Room 310. 1717 Dixie Highway Suite 160, Ft. Wright, KY. 513791-4060 Yoga Abs – 6:30-7:30pm. Starts Sep 29. A combination of Pilites and Yoga for the ultimate workout. $12 drop-in/ $120 for 3 months unlimited yoga. Yoga ah Studio. 4046 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati OH. 513-5429624 yogaAHstudio.com Drumming Circle – 6:45-8:45pm. Last Tuesday of each month. Bring drums, rattles, your wonderful self to enjoy raising the collective vibrations for healing intent. Free. Lloyd House. 3901 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH. Group Healing Yoga – 7-8pm. 6 week sessions. Earth based Yoga brings you into harmony with your soul. Heart centered practice awakens you to the power of your Life Force and allows you to bring healing to body, mind, and spirit. $55 for 6 weeks / $15 one –time. Angelic Whispers Holistic Center. 11465 Springfield Pk, Cincinnati, OH. 513-535-1101 Jayne@BlyssYogini.com Southern Sounds – 7-9pm. Through Sep 8. Free. Fountain Square. Fifth and Vine St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-621-4400

Community Yoga Classes – 9am-10am. Bring a mat and drop in. No yoga experience necessary. Free. Richwood Presbyterian Church. 1070 Richwood Rd, Boone County, KY. 859-485-1238 Wednesday Walks – 10-11am. Every first Wednesday of each month. Through October. Join us on a tour

of the arboretum. Each month we will see a different area that is blooming. Meet at shelter #2. Free. Boone County Arboretum. 9190 Camp Ernst Road, Union, KY. 859-586-6101 Zumba Class – 10-11am. See Tuesday. Free. Norwood Recreation Commission. 1810 Courtland Ave, Norwood, OH. 513-585-9872 Preschool Story Time with Miss Gail – 10:3011am. Get ready for finger puppet fun, as well as other pleasant surprises with Miss Gail. Free. Blue Manatee Bookstore. 3054 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-731-2665 Yoga at Dunham Rec. Center – 11:30am-12:30pm. For people affected by cancer. Free. Dunham Recreation Center. 4356 Dunham Lane (of Guerley Road), Cincinnati, OH. 513-791-4060 Rapid Head and/or Spine MRI Screening Research Study – 2-4pm. Through Nov 25. Ages 7-17 with known or suspected brain or spine conditions. Takes 10-15 minutes. Free. University of Cincinnati, Department of Radiology. 2624 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-584-1584 Rocket 2 – 4:45pm. Starts Sep 16. A dynamic ashtanga practice that will introduce you to inversions and arm balancing (straight from San Francisco). $12 drop-in/ $120 for 3 months unlimited yoga. Yoga ah Studio. 4046 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati OH. 513-5429624 yogaAHstudio.com Taijiquan – 5:45-7pm. See Monday. Dick & the Roadmasters Original Blues Jam – 6pm-12am. Blues Music. All ages. Free. Mahogany’s Coffee House and Bar. 3715 Winston Ave, Covington, KY. 859-261-1029 NIA – 6pm. With Joan Scanlon. Fairfield Community Ctr., 411 Wessel Dr., Fairfield, OH. 513-702-5734 cooljoan@fuse.net Herpetology Programs at Rowe Woods – 7-9pm. Every first Wednesday of each month. Light refreshments will be served. Members free/Non-members daily admission. Rowe Woods Auditorium. 4949 Tealtown Rd Milford, OH. Bill Creasey 513-8311711 x125 Meditation & Chanting – 7-8:30pm. Free. Siddha Yoga Meditation Center. 7657 Montgomery Rd, Kenwood, OH. 513-651-3551 Running Word Wednesday – 7pm. Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. Share writing or monologue, or listen to readings by others. Free. Bean Haus. 640 Main St, Covington, KY. 859-431-BEAN Group Vinyasa – 7:30-8:30pm. Flow Yoga designed to invigorate and deepen your practice. Enhance your body, mind, and spirit for cross-training in other modalities. $88 for 8 weeks/ $13 one-time. Five White Tigers Martial Arts. 10478 Loveland Madeira Rd, Loveland, OH. 513-535-1101 Jayne@BlyssYogini.com Nia – 7:30pm. With Gwen Steffen. The Kula Center for Movement Arts, 110 E. 8th St., Newport, KY. 859-604-3131 eponaproduction@yahoo.com Live Interactive Audio Talks – 10:30pm. ‘A modern mystic’s profound voyage into Infinity.’ You will be stunned with insights and experience a transmission of cosmic energy which will illuminate your Being. CosmicFieldAcademy.com

Walnut Hills Walking Club – 10-11am. Take steps

to being healthy and join The Walnut Hills Walking Club! Free. Bush Recreation Center. 2640 Kemper Ln, Cincinnati, OH. 513-585-9872 Acoustic Thursday – 11:45am-1:15pm. Through Sep 10. Performances by local musicians, including number of Cincinnati Entertainment Award winners. Free. Fountain Square. Fifth and Vine St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-621-4400 Me ‘n Mommy Yoga – 1-1:45pm. Every 1st Thursday of each month. With Jayne Cardell, RYT. Enjoy this time of bonding, while stretching your body, mind, and spirit! Class space is limited, please call for preregistration. Big Sib’s welcome too! $15. Het Heret Transformation Resources. 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH. 513-535-1101 BlyssYogini.com Zumba Class – 5-6pm. See Tuesday. Free. Richard E. Linder YMCA. 2039 Sherman Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-585-9872 Yoga Practice – 5:45-7:15pm. Phoenix’s yoga classes create a space for the cultivation of a healthy body alignment, the flow of energy in the body and a more peaceful and open heart. $13/ $44 for 4 classes. Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts. 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Suite 302, Cincinnati, OH. 859-341-9642 Nia – 6pm. With Mary Singler. The Kula Center for Movement Arts, 110 E. 8th St., Newport, KY. 513460-5182 mary.singler@fuse.net Yoga for Healthy Weight! – 6:15-7:15pm. Must register in advance. Sponsored by Boone County Parks. $25 per month. Boone County Library (Union/ Scheben Branch). US 42, Florence, KY. RSVP 859334-2117 yoga-for-healthy-weight.com Meditation – 7-8:30pm. Every 2nd Thursday of each month. With Gary Matthews. $20. Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts. 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Suite 302, Cincinnati, OH. 513-489-5302 Tai-Chi – 7:30-8:30pm. For people affected by cancer. Free. The Wellness Community, Room 310. 1717 Dixie Highway Suite 160, Ft. Wright, KY. 513-791-4060 Nia Seminar – 7:35pm. For more information about Nia on the Westside, Cincinnati, check out aumnation. com! Gamble-Nippert YMCA. 3159 Montana Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-661-1105

A Morning Cup of Yoga – 9-10:30am. Start the day and weekend with a clear mind, invigorated body and renewed spirit. Open to new and experienced students. Instructor, Phoenix Wilson, RYT. Lloyd House. 3901 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 859-541-9642 Uptown Farmers Market – 12-7pm. Through Oct 31. Garden Park, 3581 W. Galbraith Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-238-6616 Friday’s 5 after 5 – 5-7pm. 5 wines and 5 foods for $5. Whole Foods Market. 2693 Edmondson Rd, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 513-531-8015 Friday’s 5 after 5 – 6-8pm. 5 wines and 5 foods for $5. Whole Foods Market. 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason, OH. RSVP 513-398-9358 Shamanic Journey – 6:30-8:30pm. Every 2nd Friday of each month. With Gary Matthews. Participants should wear loose comfortable clothing and maybe bring a journal. $20. Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts. 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Suite 302, Cincinnati, OH. 513-489-5302 Drum Circle – 9-11pm. Bring drums, shakers or just yourself! (We have some drums). Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts. 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Suite 302, Cincinnati, OH. 513-489-5302

Findlay Farmers Market – 8am-2pm. See Tuesday. Northern Kentucky Regional Farmers Market – 8am-2pm. Through Oct. On the median behind the Goose Girl Fountain on Sixth & Main Streets, Covington, KY. 859-292-2163 Anderson Farmers Market - 9am-1pm. Through Oct 31. Anderson Center Station. 7832 Five Mile Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-688-8400 Garden Volunteer Days – 9am-12pm. Every last Saturday of each month. Through October. Learn

about gardening while volunteering at Grailville. No experience needed, join for one day or for the whole season. Free. Grailville. 932 O’Bannonville Rd, Loveland, OH. RSVP 513-683-2340 Landen-Deerfield (Loveland) Farmers Market – 9am-12pm. 3292 Montgomery Rd, Loveland, OH. 937-289-3151 Tai-Chi – 9:30-10:30am. For people affected by cancer. Free. The Wellness Community. 4918 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-791-4060 Nia – 10am. With Trish Freeman. The Kula Center for Movement Arts, 110 E. 8th St., Newport, KY. 513-373-5661 trish@nia-swohnky.com Taijiquan – 10-11:30am. Taoist Tai Chi Society. Oakley Community Center. 3882 Paxton Ave, Cincinnati, OH. RSVP 513-981-7940 Transformational Breath™ Group – 10-11:30am. Aug 29 through Oct 3. With Gay Pupura. Eight weekly sessions $240. Mantra Wellness Center. 4677 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-891-1324 Info@MantraWellnessCenter.com Uptown Farmers Market – 10-2pm. See Friday. Prenatal Yoga – 10:30am. 6 week session starts Sep 12. You can do Prenatal until you give birth. Learn deep breathing and gentle stretching to make your pregnancy more comfortable. $60. Yoga ah Studio. 4046 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati OH. 513-542-9624 yogaAHstudio.com Soulful Saturday Series – 10:30am-12:30pm. Sep 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec 19. Featuring Ken Wilber’s Integral Life Practice. Presented by Sophia Paparodis, LPCC. RSVP by Sep 12 (half deposit due). $100 full series. Red Tree Gallery. 3210 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-936-8444 AwareWithin.com Yoga Intro – 11am-12pm. Free. The Edge Yoga Studio. 1507 Springfield Pike, Wyoming, OH. 513821-9642 Family ARTventures – 1pm. An interactive tour of the galleries for the entire family including handson elements for everyone to touch and see up close. Meet docent in the main lobby. Free. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH. In Store Tastings – 1-3pm. Explore great tastes of our 365 Every Day Value and 365 Organic private

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brand products along with some of the hottest sale items in town. Free. Whole Foods Market. 5805 Deerfield Blvd, Mason, OH. 513-398-9358 AND Whole Foods Market. 2693 Edmondson Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-531-8015 Donate Everyday Stuff – 2-5pm. Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month. Donate new and used furniture, linen, small appliances, clothes, toys, baby items, accessories, and books. Crossroads Annex. 3500 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH. CityLink@Crossroads.net Movie Night on Fountain Square – 7:30pm; 9:30pm. Through Sep 12. Bring your own blanket, chair or pillow. Snacks and drinks can be purchased. Free. Fountain Square. 5th and Vine St, downtown Cincinnati, OH. Wine/Food Tasting Party. Every first Saturday of each month. Sample three wines and three menu items. $15. Indigo Fort Mitchell. 2053 Dixie Hwy, Ft. Mitchell, KY. 859-331-4339

Traditional Japanese Reiki Levels 1-3. With Bruce Davis. Classes scheduled upon request. Call for more information and registration. Mantra Wellness Center. 4675 Cooper Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-8911324 Info@MantraWellnessCenter.com Meditation & Chanting – 8:30-10am. Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. Free. Siddha Yoga Meditation Center. 7657 Montgomery Rd, Kenwood, OH. 513-651-3551 Northside Farmers Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Corner of Hamilton Ave and Lingo, Cincinnati, OH. NorthsideFarmersMarket.org Mysore Style – 9am. Free. The Cincinnati Yoga School. 6125 Ridge Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-2479642 Hyde Park Farmers Market – 9:30am-1:30pm. US Bank Parking Lot, 3424 Edwards Rd, Cincinnati, OH. HydeParkFarmersMarket.com Findlay Farmers Market – 10am-2pm. See Tuesday. Life as Meditation – 10am. Free. The Cincinnati Yoga School. 6125 Ridge Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513247-9642 Cincyoga.com Second Sunday on Main - 12-5pm. Through September. Cooking demonstrations, giveaways, entertainment, produce market and more. Free. Main St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-241-2690 German Heritage Museum – 1-5pm. Through Oct 18. Two-story 1830 log house furnished with German immigrant memorabilia. Free, donations accepted. German Heritage Museum. 4790 West Fork Rd, Cincinnati, OH. 513-574-1741 Nia – 1pm. With Gwen Steffen. Aura, 401 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue, KY. eponaproduction@yahoo.com 859-604-3131 Babywearing Bliss – 2pm. Every second Sunday of each month. Workshop on safely and comfortably carrying a baby from birth through toddler years. Free. Park + Vine. 1109 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-721-7275 Cloth Diapering Cuteness – 2pm. Every first Sunday of each month. Park + Vine hosts an informal class on all aspects of cloth diapering. Park + Vine. 1109 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-721-7275

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Family ARTventures – 3pm. An interactive tour of the galleries for the entire family including hands-on elements for everyone to touch and see up close. Meet docent in the main lobby. Free. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH. Smooth Sunday – 7pm. Through Sep 6. Evening of soul and R&B. Adult beverages available. Free. Fountain Square. Fifth and Vine St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-621-4400

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Axis Mundi: New Works by Emil Robinson – 11am-5pm (Wed-Sun). Through October 18. The paintings of Cincinnati native Emil Robinson serve as contemplations on daily life. $8/ $6 students 18+ and seniors 60+ / free on Wednesdays. Taft Museum of Art. 316 Pike St, Cincinnati, OH. 513-241-0343 Blyss Yoga. Private Instruction by appointment with Jayne. Find your path to healing through individual lessons designed specifically for your needs. Combination of Hatha/Vinyasa/Shamanic Yoga. $50/1 hr. Stillpoint Center for Healing Arts. 11223 Cornell Park Dr, Suite 302, Cincinnati, OH. 513-535-1101 Jayne@BlyssYogini.com Boone County Farmers Market – 9am-6pm. Through Oct 31. 6028 Camp Ernst Rd, Burlington, KY. 859-586-6101 Hiking Club – 8-9:30am (Sat, Sun), 5-6pm (Wed). Easy to Moderate Trail. All hikes start and finish at the Treehouse in Mt. Airy Forest. Come prepared with water, hiking shoes and walking sticks (optional). Free. Mt. Airy Forest. 5083 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH. CincinnatiParks.com Outside the Ordinary. Through September 13. Contemporary Art in Glass, Wood, and Ceramics from the Wolf Collection. Free. Cincinnati Art Museum. 953 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH. Recent Works: Toby Costello – 10am-5pm (MonFr). Through Sep 18. Found objects as well as traditional art materials are employed in order to construct forms in multiple dimensions. Enjoy the Arts. 1338 Main St, Cincinnati OH. 513-621-4700 Shakespeare in the Park – 2pm (Sep 5 & 6); 7pm (Sep 2-6). As You Like It. Provided by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company. Eden Park (Seasongood Pavilion) 1600 Art Museum Drive, Cincinnati, OH. 513-421-4086 Thai Yoga Massage. Karen Landrum, RYT, LMT. A whole body therapeutic stretch to release stress, alleviate aches and pains, restore well-being! 25% discount for new clients! $75 per hour. 859426-5307 x13 yoga-for-healthy-weight.com/thaimassage.html The Outdoor Museum – 6am-10pm. Through Sep 27. 6am-10pm. Free. This year’s TOM has a “green” theme. There are 30 billboard-sized works of graphic art outside in the park created by 12 teenage apprentices employed in the ArtWorks Summer Program. Free. Mount Airy Forest 5083 Colerain Ave, Cincinnati, OH. 513-333-0388 Walk Club – 8:30am (Mon, Wed, Fr). Walks are led by Park District Volunteers in a fun and friendly environment. Open to adults age 50 or over. Free. 5 locations: Miami Whitewater Forest, FarbachWerner Nature Preserve, Sharon Woods, Winton Woods and Fernbank Park. 513-521-7275

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