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12 healthbriefs 15 globalbriefs 16 ecotip

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22 healthykids 26 naturalpet

22 Holding the Line

30 inspiration 32 consciousdining 34 healingways

36 calendarofevents 38 classifieds 41 community

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18 HEALTHY EATING, No-Fuss, Stay-Trim Strategies by Matthew Kadey

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eeling the creepy crawly critters in my worm bin this morning, it occurred to me that these red wrigglers will eat healthier today than many Americans. Their diet is high in the fruits and vegetables that every health professional recommends we eat more often. Worms don’t like fat or salt, therefore fast food is not on their menu. So, why do we feed ourselves foods that even the worms won’t eat? The answer, of course, is that fast foods are cheap, filling and easy at the same time that our culture has persuaded us to turn a blind eye to the frightening repercussions in terms of people’s health and happiness. The truth is that our addiction to fast food and junk foods is hurting us, no question. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a third of American adults are obese and 16 percent of our children are either overweight or obese, with another 16 percent on their way to obesity. In this month’s feature article, “Healthy Eating Family-Style,” Registered Dietitian Matthew Kadey cites just some of the research pointing to processed foods and couch potato screen time as culprits in this alarming trend. He suggests that bringing back family meals prepared at home will afford more than just tastier and more nutritious meals, it also sparks rich family time. His practical preparation tips make meals quickerto-prepare and healthier. Having been a working mom for many years, I understand the challenge. Even though I enjoyed the advantage of being a registered dietitian, sometimes exhaustion would win and take-out would show up on the table. Most nights we did have homecooked dishes, often because, as my son explained to a friend, “We only eat leftovers.” I liked to cook in large batches and preferred to dub the second time around as “plannedovers.” Funny, but I don’t remember anyone complaining. In a society that encourages overscheduling and instant everything, taking the time to sit down together as a family to share a meal and the day’s events may be the only time in the day that members converse for longer than a fleeting moment. Regular family meals are a treasured gift that parents can give to their children. It takes some effort but is possible, with benefits blessing us all now and following our children into adulthood. We have great editorial for the young at heart of all ages in this issue. Maybe something will grab your attention and serve as a topic at your next family meal. Please read on…

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hat do white tea, witch hazel and rose extract—long used as natural aids for preserving youth and wellbeing—have in common? They all possess potential health and beauty properties that could be simply too good to ignore, say scientists from London’s Kingston University. The researchers, working in collaboration with British beauty brand Neal’s Yard Remedies, tested 21 plant extracts and discovered that their naturally occurring substances may offer new treatments to block the progression of inflammation. The findings are promising as potential treatments for aging skin, as well as more serious illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, arthritis, neurodegenerative conditions and cardiovascular and pulmonary problems. Using human cells as their model, the researchers applied three different concentrations of white tea (freeze-dried powder), witch hazel (dried herb) and rose extract (in a medicinal tincture) to see what effect the mixtures might have on suppressing the rogue enzymes and oxidants that play key roles in cellular inflammation and aging. All three remedies were remarkably effective in keeping inflammation in check. Whenever inflammation starts—whether as a simple cut to a finger, exposure to the sun, chemicals or pollutants, or irritation due to an arthritic joint—the body begins to produce a protein compound called interleukin 8 that exacerbates the process. The three substances tested appear to successfully interfere with this. White tea displayed the most marked results.

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Monsanto Weed Killer Causes Animal Mutations The world’s most popular weed killer, Monsanto’s Roundup, a systemic, broad-spectrum herbicide, can induce morphological changes in vertebrate skeletal animals, say U.S. biologists studying its effect on amphibians. A study by University of Pittsburgh researchers says the poison, tested in environmentally relevant concentrations, caused the shapes of two species of amphibians to change. The study is the first to show these dangerous consequences. The presence of predators can cause tadpoles to change shape by altering their stress hormones, but similar shape changes seen after exposure to Roundup suggest the weed killer may interfere with the hormones of tadpoles, and potentially, many other animals. The development is important because amphibians not only serve as a barometer of an ecosystem’s health, but also as an indicator of potential dangers to other species in the food chain, including humans.

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of American adults are obese. But the expanding-waistline epidemic impacts far more than just the quality of life among adults. A report in the Journal of the American Medical Association states that 16 percent of children are either overweight or obese, with another 16 percent knocking on the door. According to Sally Phillips, a registered dietitian and nutrition expert at Ohio’s Akron Children’s Hospital, a child that has an unhealthy body weight not only often has self-esteem issues, but is also at increased risk for Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, elevated blood cholesterol and triglycerides, plus orthopedic challenges; all health problems that possibly could impact life expectancy. More, childhood obesity that progresses into adulthood has been linked to increased artery wall thickness—a marker for atherosclerosis. Because many overweight children become plump adults, lifestyle modification at an early age is vital. Try these no-fuss strategies

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The sit-down meal is an endangered family function, thanks to hectic schedules, time spent with TV, video games, the Internet and other electronic devices, as well as the perceived uncool factor of noshing with the folks. Yet studies show that family meals foster communication and usually lead to higher intakes of calcium- and fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, plus lower amounts of unhealthy fats, sugar and sodium, says Keith-Thomas Ayoob, Ed.D., a registered dietitian and associate clinical professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, in New York. A supporting study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association confirmed that tykes that took in fewer family meals (and watched more TV) were more likely to be overweight. University of Minnesota researchers found that adolescent girls that ate often with their family were less prone to use cigarettes, alcohol and drugs. Try this: Commit to a sit-down meal most days of the week, suggests Registered Dietitian Brenda J. Ponichtera, author of Quick and Healthy Recipes and Ideas. Don’t overlook breakfast as potential family time as well, counsels Ayoob. “Kids that eat a well-balanced breakfast do better in school, have improved vitamin and mineral intake and are more likely to maintain a healthy body weight.”

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Never before has such a variety of foods been more readily available. Still, too many families fall into the trap of preparing the same familiar eats—like spaghetti, chicken, and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches on white bread—week in and week out. When children are repeatedly presented with the same foods, they don’t learn to appreciate new flavors and textures, which reinforces a picky palate and a fear of unfamiliar dishes, says Ayoob. From a body weight standpoint, an article published in Science suggests that when the brain isn’t gratified by food—which can happen when the family eats roast chicken for the fourth time in the same week—people are more likely to make midnight kitchen raids and add to their total calorie intake. Try this: Once a week, have a new-

food-of-the-week meal, featuring healthy ingredients such as quinoa, lean bison or kale, paired with family favorites, to encourage branching out. “Don’t throw in the towel if your child emphatically refuses it at the start. Research shows that it can take 10 or more times before a new food is accepted by a finicky eater,” advises Phillips, a mother of two. She also suggests letting kids loose in the produce department to pick a new fresh item they are curious about, and then involving them in its preparation, so they are more likely to try it. “Or, substitute a familiar food, like apples, with pears,” Ayoob recommends.

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Gastroenterology and Nutrition specifically link savory, energy-dense snack foods with childhood obesity. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that the percentage of American children eating three regular meals a day has decreased over the past 25 years, while consumption of high-calorie, snack-type foods has gone up. “Unhealthy snacking can have an impact on academic performance, energy levels and weight,” Ayoob remarks. Try this: Don’t push the panic button if a child looks a little heavy while he or she is still growing, but it never hurts to give the household pantry and fridge an overhaul. First, get rid of nutrient-devoid chips, cookies and soda. “Replace them with healthier, portable fuel like nuts, baby carrots, low-fat string cheese and cottage cheese, yogurt and dried fruit,” suggests Ayoob. This does away with the goodversus-bad food battle on the home front. Ponichtera likes keeping a bowl of varicolored seasonal fruit on the counter for when kids return home ravenous. She also recommends offering sliced veggies and fruit with tasty and nutritious yogurt, guacamole or hummus dip, or making after-school smoothies, using frozen fruit, healthy, low-fat milk and yogurt. Because watching TV—including commercials extolling unhealthy foods— provides prime opportunities for mindless snacking (various studies link excess TV time with elevated body fat), consider pulling the plug after an hour. If snacking must be done in front of the tube, Ponichtera likes natural, unbuttered popcorn, deeming it excellent because it’s whole-grain, low in calories and high in filling fiber.

Meals in a hurry

The desire for something quick may be why half of total U.S. food expenditures today go to meals prepared outside the home. Studies suggest that the more we purchase fast food, the greater our girth. “This should come as no surprise, because what is often ordered is mostly out-ofcontrol portions, higher in calories, fat, sugar and salt, than what would be served at home,” says Ayoob. Even shunning the all-too-familiar drive-through for a smarter option could pack on pounds. Researchers reported in

the Journal of Consumer Research that an individual is likely to underestimate the calories in a meal marketed by a restaurant as healthier, than those in a meal from a perceived offender. This mistake often leads to overeating through purchasing extra or bigger side orders, suggest the study’s authors. University of Minnesota research suggests that adolescent members of families that rely on fewer than three purchased meals per week are more likely to consume healthier beverages and vegetables with meals and less prone to indulge in soda and chips at home. Try this: Skip the fast food outlets and open The Joy of Cooking. “Preparing more home-cooked meals is all about planning and implementing time-saving strategies,” says Ponichtera. Take time during the weekend to create dinner menus for the coming week, with input from all family members, and make a detailed grocery list to facilitate an efficient visit to the health food store and grocery. Ponichtera also stresses the, “Cook once, serve twice,” trick, where home chefs purposely double the recipe and plan to serve leftovers later, adding different sides for variety.

When time is at a premium, tossing ingredients for stews or chilies into a slow cooker in the morning is a tasty and healthy option. “Always have a few homemade dishes that can be easily warmed up, such as lasagna, soups and casseroles, in your freezer,” adds Ponichtera. It also works to freeze leftovers in lunch-size containers to take to work. On days when family members have time to cook, make salads and dressings (served on the side) or bean, vegetable and whole-grain side dishes ahead of time, so they will be ready accompaniments for the coming week’s entrées. “Involving children in the meal prep not only saves parents time,” reflects Ponichtera, “but also teaches kids valuable cooking skills they might otherwise lack.” Everybody wins. Canadian-based registered dietitian and nutrition writer Matthew Kadey also takes active vacations to keep trim. Copyrighted © 2012 Penton Media, Inc. 89020:512SH

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orward-thinking designers across the city working on an Integrated Water Management Strategy are now moving into the project’s second phase. They are meeting with community leaders to solicit public input about how to make the urban landscape more resilient. The study, funded by Greater New Orleans, Inc. and led by Waggoner and Ball Architects, is to investigate the study area’s drainage system and develop innovative solutions for managing excess water during heavy rainstorms. Since 80 percent of the city is below sea level, the stormwater system pumps water out to Lake Pontchartrain through a complicated system of pipes and canals. During serious rains, which occur regularly in this region, the system can be overwhelmed by the large amounts of water that need to be pumped, leading to street flooding and related problems. The first phase of the 18-month study was to collect data about the drainage systems of the East Bank of Jefferson and Orleans and all of St. Bernard Parish. This phase, which began in September 2011, focused on developing an inventory of the existing infrastructure, understanding how water flows, and identifying the most substantial problems within the system,

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according to Aron Chang of Waggonner and Ball. One of the biggest problems, and of most concern to residents, Chang said, is flooding. The current system has a finite capacity – it can only pump stormwater at a certain rate, and if it rains harder and faster than that rate, then there will be localized flooding. In addition to pumping capacity, there are old drainage pipes that are too small, the water funnels into the low-lying areas, or catch basins are poorly maintained, all problems that exacerbate the flooding, Chang explained. The other, related situation is subsidence: pumping out the stormwater causes the ground to sink further, which requires greater pumping capacity. “For example, Jefferson Parish’s Department of Drainage has had to install small pumps along certain canals to bring water from adjoining neighborhoods into the pilesupported canals, which can be higher than the surrounding areas,” Chang said. “The cycles of drawing down water in canals in advance of storms only worsens the problem as that also draws the water table in adjoining areas down and accelerates subsidence.” Many neighborhoods in the study area are between five and 10 feet below sea

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City Park oaks & open water with diagram of underground storm drainage network level and every time rainwater is pumped out the soils oxidize, which causes them to sink. “Originally this place was filled with swamps and bayous and to live here we had to draw down the water level,” Chang said. Because the study area is on a river delta, the ground also naturally subsides under its own weight, and there are geologic faults that make it worse in some places. A pre-Katrina study showed that New Orleans East and Kenner subside at a rate of one inch per year. “Gentilly, Lakeview and Kenner are 5-8 feet below sea level after 40-50 years of development,” Chang said. That equates to about 1.7 inches per year, or 8.5 inches every five years. The operators of the drainage systems for Jefferson, Orleans, and St. Bernard have been successful in draining the water from the landscape as quickly as possible, fulfilling their mandate to decrease flood insurance claims, Chang said. However, as the agency drains the study area better, the faster the ground sinks – and harder it is to pump. In addition, subsidence negatively impacts infrastructure, including pipes, streets and building foundations. “In some cases, fixing one problem exacerbates another,” Chang said. This study is designed to look at the big picture for future planning: “Our job is to think holistically, about flooding and subsidence. … The operators are just trying to keep up – they don’t have the resources and time to step back and look at all the pieces and across parish lines.”

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The Westersingel in Rotterdam “They know where their water is,” Chang said. He also noted that The Netherlands is ahead of New Orleans in its water management system and that the mistakes that the Dutch have made and the successes that the Dutch have had will be lessons for the U.S. The next phase of the study is for formal outreach, even though the firm’s partners have been giving talks on the subject of “Living with Water” since they engaged with the Dutch just after Katrina. The lead team started meeting with community leaders in July to begin to build awareness, educate, and create advocates for the project.

The team is particularly interested in gleaning information about residents’ interest and feelings about the role of water in their lives, and the potential for incorporating more open water into the urban landscape. “Even though people say they fear open water and mosquitoes, our favorite public spaces are built around water,” Chang said, citing Audubon Park and Bayou St. John as examples. “Water is a part of the city’s history, but we’ve been so successful at removing the water that it is hidden,” he said. “There are people who come here and not ever see any water, or they have to climb over a wall to see it.” Surface water features and landscaping that absorbs water are much less expensive than installing larger pipes, Chang noted. These strategies and others like them help “drag out” the time that the pumps have to drain water out of the study area. Once initial input has been gathered

from community leaders, the design teams will incorporate those comments into prototypical solutions at different scales, from system wide to neighborhood scale to individual properties. Solutions will be tested in areas where they have the potential to have the highest impact on safety and quality of life. With feedback from the stakeholders in those neighborhoods in small design workshops, the final report will catalog various locations where the proposed solutions can be further tested and replicated. “Where can we do this [or that project] in New Orleans, physically and culturally,” Chang said. “There is a lot of innate fear and discomfort with water – there are safety issues – and water infrastructure can mirror class distinctions. These are the issues we want to talk to community leaders about.” Presentations are scheduled for December or January, with the purpose of explaining the project and potential solutions to the general public, with the support of community leaders that the Water Management Strategy team is reaching out to now. This approach for incorporating community members in the design not only informs it, so that potential concerns are addressed early in the design, it involves community members in the process so they become advocates for the plan, and gives it a much better chance at achieving funding down the road. Photos and diagram courtesy of Waggoner & Ball. Aron Chang may be reached at aron@wbarchitects.com Colleen Morgan is a free-lance writer and environmental editor for Natural Awakenings. She may be reached at colleen.nolahealthyliving@yahoo.com.

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BAREFOOTIN’: IT GROUNDS US Reap Earth’s Energy for Wellness by Debra Melani

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y the end of the day, I could hardly walk. My feet would be screaming,” relates Lynn Deen, 66, of Mio, Michigan, describing dealing with Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis in both heels. “I struggled with it for four years. I tried everything, from conventional treatments to complementary therapies. Nothing touched it.” Then Deen listened to an online interview about earthing, a therapy that

involves connecting with the Earth’s electrical field, either through skin-toground contact (barefoot strolls) or by using home grounding products available online. Motivated by a yearning to maintain her active lifestyle, she decided to try it. Three months later, she attested, “My heels were completely normal.” And because she opted to use a special earthing bedsheet, Deen says her husband benefited, too. “We have better sleep, less

Imagine feeling the surge of well-being that comes from strolling barefoot on a moist, sandy beach or sinking all 10 toes into a cool, lush lawn on a warm summer day. Both comprise an experience known as “grounding” or “earthing”. Recent research suggests that these tempting life experiences offer more than feel-good frolics; they might help reboot health. snoring and a better sense of well-being,” she reports. Theoretically, because the waterabundant human body is a good electrical conductor, such grounding allows negatively charged free electrons, which are rife on the Earth’s surface, to enter the body and scour it for free radicals: those positively charged particles that may cause disease and inflammation. “Most of the diseases today are related to chronic inflammation,” says Dr. Martin Gallagher, a physician and chiropractor who heads Medical Wellness Associates, a large integrative medicine clinic in Jeannette, Pennsylvania. “That inflammation is considered to be the

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buildup of positive electrons. The Earth’s free electrons neutralize these chemical buzz bombs, called free radicals, bringing the body back to homeostasis. It is that state of equilibrium that allows the body to heal.” Today’s lifestyles have nearly eliminated that natural healing effect, says James Oschman, director of the Nature’s Own Research Association, in Dover, New Hampshire. “When I was a kid, my shoes came off in the spring and didn’t come back on until fall,” Oschman recalls. Today, almost everybody wears plastic-soled shoes, rides in vehicles and hangs out indoors on carpet and wood or tiled floors, completely blocking these free electrons, which Oschman maintains are the most effective and efficient antioxidants available. He states, “We’ve experienced a total disconnect.” His claim is supported by small studies that are beginning to accumulate, indicating the potential benefits of grounding. Here is a sampling of the findings, from The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Helped the body’s natural healing response. Researchers compared physiological changes during a two-

hour grounding session of 14 men and 14 women and then a two-hour sham session. Changes in respiration and heart rates plus blood oxygenation within 20 minutes of grounding appeared to aid the healing process, reports lead author Gaetan Chevalier, Ph.D., director of the Earthing Institute. He notes that as in previous studies, subjects with acute inflammation experienced less swelling, redness, heat and pain. Improved sleep and reduced pain and stress. Researchers grounded 12 patients looking for these benefits while they slept. Comparing their cortisol levels (a stressrelated hormone) prior to the eight-week study with results from periodic retesting and follow-up interviews, they found that grounding reduced nighttime levels of cortisol and better aligned its secretion with the body’s natural 24-hour circadian rhythm, which is important for sleep. Subjects reported improvements in all three areas. Decreased muscle pain. Researchers looked at blood counts and chemistry in eight active exercisers, following routines that assured muscle soreness. Four subjects treated with grounding techniques showed a boosted immune

response and reported reduced pain. Oschman says that some professional athletes swear by the practice, including members of four U.S. Tour de France teams (between 2003 and 2007) that were grounded nightly during the competitions. Gallagher, who estimates that 70 percent of his patients consciously practice grounding, sees improvement in conditions including heart disease, arthritis, chronic pain, autoimmune diseases, chronic fatigue syndrome, attention deficit disorder, allergies, asthma, menopausal symptoms, sleep apnea and jet lag. Judged safe for all ages, blood-thinners present the only known complication, so heart patients should consult their doctors. “This is like the relationship of vitamin D from sunlight,” concludes Gallagher. “We are receiving something that is integral to our design, part of our nature. Earthing isn’t an intellectual concept; it’s a necessity of life.” Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health, medicine and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at Debra Melani.com or DMelani@msn.com.

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MONDAY, AUGUST 6

Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm (also 8/3, 8/8, 8/15, 8/17). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

Gentle Yoga – 6-7pm, 7:05-8:10pm, 8:15-9:30pm. New Session begins with Becky Bazile, 500 RYT, Certified Yoga Teacher. 6-week ongoing sessions. Studio space limited to 8 students, pre-registration required. $60/session or $12/walk-in. Yoga Village Studio, 3443 Esplanade Ave. NOLA. Info/Register: 504-782-4432.

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Are Unity and Free Will Just An Illusion? – 6:308pm. Do personal experiences support or disprove the provocative statements “man cannot do” and “man is a machine?” Guided meditation, attention exercises, discussion. Gurdjieff Foundation of LA series “Awakening to Man’s Possibilities”. Free, open to public. Unitarian Church, 5212 S. Claiborne, NOLA. Info: zoukini@aol.com, 985-502-6582.

Swedish Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm (also 8/28). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court. Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 Course on Wisdom Workshop – 9am-Noon (also 9/1 Topic: Abundance). First in series of workshops based on Adorata: The Path of Enlovement by Tiziana DellaRovere, offers practical tools to deeply connect with Divine Mother, opening the path to receive Her healing love. Info/ RSVP Contact Vicky: 504-442-6206. Saturday Morning Massage Clinics – 9:15am & 10:30am (also 8/11, 8/18). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish 8/4 & 8/18, Deep Tissue 8/11. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972. Freret Market – Noon-5pm. 90 vendors with food, art, music, flea market, children’s play area and pet adoption. 4400 block of Freret St., NOLA. Info: 504-638-2589. Do You Have Too Much Stuff? (Also 8/5). Free in home consultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of creating new space & peace of mind. To schedule your complementary consultation call: 504-920-1800.

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Tai Chi Group Class – 7pm-8pm. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the quality of life. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Offering an Intro program of 3 classes, value at $59. Reserve space by 8/6. Info: 504-866-2241.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 9 Tai Chi Group Class – 9:30am-10:20am. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the quality of life. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Offering an intro program of 3 classes, value at $59. Reserve space by 8/8. Info: 504-866-2241. Illuminate Together – 9-11am. Monthly gathering, on the second Thursday, for Spirit centered entrepreneurs to connect with other like-minded individuals, share and learn as well as create new business together. For details contact Michelle at success@virtualfairygodmother.com Monthly Sustainability Series – 5:30-7pm. Sponsored by Global Green, AIA and USGBC, a monthly panel presentation and discussion series on issues of sustainability and environmental responsibility. Location: AIA New Orleans, 1000 St. Charles Ave., NOLA. Info: 504-525-8320.

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Neuromuscular Therapy Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm (also 8/14, 8/21). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. NMT is a partial body massage focused on a specific problem area. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972. Wellness Class – 7pm-8:30pm (also 8/23). With Suzanne Even, Cert. Holistic Health Coach. Experience improved health and energy by incorporating nutrient dense foods into your diet. Make changes now and avoid common chronic diseases becoming epidemics. $25/class. 3939 Houma Blvd, Bldg 3, Metairie. Info: 504-729-7333.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 Swedish Massage Clinic – 12:45pm & 2:15pm. Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Swedish is good for overall relaxation & increasing flexibility. $30/by appointment only. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court. Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972. For Tomorrow to be Different – 6:30-8pm. To prevent our past from becoming our future, what can be tried today? Guided meditation, attention exercises, discussion. Gurdjieff Foundation of La Series “Awakening To Man’s Possibilities”. Free, open to public. Unitarian Church, 5212 S. Claiborne, NOLA. Info: zoukini@aol.com, 985-502-6582.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 OCH Art Market – 10am-3pm. Local arts & crafts, and food. 2nd Sat each month. 1618 Oretha C. Haley Blvd, Central City, NOLA. The Madisonville Art Market – 10am-4pm. Art market featuring painting, photography, wood working, pottery, and jewelry along the Tchefuncta River on Water St. in Old Madisonville, near LA Hwy 22. Free. Info: 985-624-7216. The Invaders – 10am. Learn about plants that don’t belong in our landscapes and how they impact our wild places. Speaker is Michael Massimi, Invasive Species Coordinator for Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program. Vines and plants that are good plantings for urban gardens for sale. Open 9am-Noon. Parkway Partners Greenhouse, 1137 Baronne St, NOLA. First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (8/11 & 8/12). w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/ registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 14 Tai Chi Group Class – 9:30am-10:20am. Reduce stress, relieve pain, gain flexibility and balance. Improve the quality of life. Tamashii Tai Chi Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Offering an intro program of 3 classes, a value at $59. Reserve space by 8/13. Info: 504-866-2241. Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 12:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.

Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Metairie – 6:30-7:30pm. Sponsored by Holistic Center for Health and Healing, Inc. Anna Zeringue will speak about the MELT Method. Free, open to the public. Old Metairie Library, 2350 Metairie Rd. Info: holistic.education.meeting@gmail.com.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15

Karate Registration – Fall Karate Programs for Teens & Children. Improve confidence and self respect. Enroll in our Anti Bullying Program. Get a free copy of my book “Sensei’s Secrets to Better Behaved Kids.” Tamashii Karate Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241. Free Workshop on Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils – Learn to use essential oils for relaxation as well as to improve many other areas of your life. Limited space. Info/RSVP Tianne: 504-909-3723.

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Deep Tissue Massage Clinic – 6:15pm & 7:45pm (also 8/23, 8/30). Help a student with their education at the student massage clinic. Deep tissue is muscle specific and really works out the kinks. $30/by appointment. Blue Cliff College, Clearview Mall, across from food court, Metairie. Info: 504-293-0972. Dr. Cathy Posey on New Paradigm of Wellness – 6:30-8pm. Guest speaker will discuss a new paradigm of wellness: Laminine; an innovative discovery for humanity in the form of a perfect whole food nutritional supplement. Affordable Healing Arts, 2372 St. Claude St, Suite 220, NOLA. Info/RSVP: 504-669-1020. Holistic Education Monthly Meeting/Covington – 7-8pm. Sponsored by the Holistic Center for Health and Healing Inc. John Osborne, iridologist and nutritionist will speak on, “What your eyes say about your health”, discussion follows. Covington Council Chambers, 222 Kirkland St, Covington. Free/open to public. Info: 985-630-2652.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 17

Knowledge/Experience/Understanding – 6:30-8pm. Are the conditions that lead to a higher level of understanding based on precise knowledge and precise experience of being? Guided meditation, attention exercises, discussion. Gurdjieff Foundation of La series “Awakening To Man’s Possibilities”. Free, open to public. Unitarian Church, 5212 S. Claiborne, NOLA. Info: zoukini@aol.com, 985-502-6582.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 18

First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (8/18 & 8/19). w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/ registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356. Lemon-aid Day for Animals – The Humane Society of LA invites kids of all ages to man and operate a lemonade stand, with the proceeds benefiting the Humane Society programs. Register at 1-888-6-humane.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 19

Isometrics Workshop – 9am-4pm (2nd day 8/26). 12 hour CEU Ortho-Bionomy class for body workers. An opportunity to learn subtle techniques to help clients achieve great results. Instructor: Peggy Scott. $245 Registration/$220 if paid by 8/5. Lakeview, NOLA. Info: 319-855-3799.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22 Karate Registration – Fall Karate Programs for Teens & Children. Improve confidence and self respect. Enroll in our Anti Bullying Program. Get a free copy of my book “Sensei’s Secrets to Better Behaved Kids”. Tamashii Karate Center, 8132 Willow St, NOLA. Info: 504-866-2241.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 24 The Chief Means of Happiness in This Life – 6:30-8pm. An exploration of habits, do they affect awareness of how we take others into consideration. Guided meditation, attention exercises, discussion. Gurdjieff Foundation of La series “Awakening To Man’s Possibilities”. Free, open to public. Unitarian Church, 5212 S. Claiborne, NOLA. Info: zoukini@ aol.com, 985-502-6582.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 Walk 4 Recovery – 9am. Addiction is a preventable disease and recovery works. Addiction Recovery Resources First Annual Walk 4 Recovery at Audubon Park. Walk begins at 9:00 a.m. Register online before June 30 to receive t-shirt. Audubon Park, Shelter 10 & Newman, 6500 Magazine St, NOLA. Info: 504-780-2766. First Degree Reiki Class – 11am-7pm (8/25 & 8/26). w/Reiki Master Elizabeth Ohmer Pellegrin. Reiki promotes and accelerates healing of the body, mind and spirit. Learn to do Reiki for yourself and others. No experience needed. Private classes and retreats on request. Pre-registration required. $250. Info/ registration: 504-376-8518 or text 504-388-2356. Bow Wow Luau – 7-10pm. The Humane Society of LA hosts 2nd Annual Singles Charity Auction. 24 of city’s hottest singles (12 ea. men/women) auctioned to highest bidder. Proceeds to Humane Society of LA for cruelty investigation/prevention programs. Also on Sept 1 – first Gay Singles Charity Auction. Tickets: $20. (Also 9/1 – first Gay Singles Charity Auction, Tickets: $25). Purchase tickets at 1-888-6-humane. Location: Eiffel Society, 2040 St. Charles Ave, NOLA.

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volunteer opportunities FLOWERING LOTUS MEDITATION AND RETREAT CENTER. Volunteers needed to live at meditation retreat center in Magnolia, MS which will include room and board in exchange for work. Must be a meditator interested in furthering meditation practice. Vegetarian facility. www. floweringlotusmeditation.org. Dolores Watson at 504-905-4090. See ad on page 22. The Humane Society of Louisiana needs volunteers. To find out how you can help contact Jeff Dorson at 901-268-4432 or StopCruelty11@gmail.com. The LatinoFarmersCoop.org An urban agriculture nonprofit committed to promote responses to food, farm and nutrition needs gardening and food pantry volunteers. Call 504-333-3611 or Info@LatinoFarmersCoop.org.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 28 Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program – 5:30pm. Dr. Debbi Hannan presents: The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Program at Chiropractic Health Center, 101 Clearview Pkwy at Airline Dr. Free. Reservations required: 504-454-2000.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 31 Different States of Consciousness – 6:30-8pm. Can we learn to live from a more authentic and aware place? Guided meditation, attention exercises, discussion. Gurdjieff Foundation of La series “Awakening To Man’s Possibilities”. Free, open to public. Unitarian Church, 5212 S. Claiborne, NOLA. Info: zoukini@aol.com, 985-502-6582. Last game of the Season! Zephyrs vs Iowa Cubs. The Alliance for Affordable Energy is partnering with the Zephyrs to raise money for the energy efficiency work. Baseball! Fireworks! Home plate tickets $10. Contact The Alliance at info@all4energy.org or 504-208-9761 for tickets.

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sunday Daily Kundalini Yoga by Donation – 9am. Also daily 5am practice and 5pm meditation. Kundalini yoga is the yoga of awareness. Clear the obstacles that limit life and awaken to fullest potential. Free. Divine Yoga, 1223 Baronne St and 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: info@yoganola.com. Meditation Class for Healing – 9-10am. For healing our city and for world peace. A non-traditional spiritual connection. No dogma. Led by Mike Wittenbrink, MBA of Powerpath Academy. Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave, NOLA. Info: 504-339-0594.

Butoh Dance: Ancestral Whispers – 6-8pm. Do you hear the call to explore your deepest dance, to walk between the worlds, to go beyond human binds? ($13 drop in, $40 for 4 classes.) Divine Yoga Center, 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact Odile, odilenicole@gmail.com, 512.921.0464 Pilates Mat & Barre – 6:15-7pm. Tone, lengthen and strengthen core muscles in this combination of Pilates mat work and ballet barre movements. Sometimes the smallest movements get the biggest results. Feel the difference. Transform NOLA, 8422 Oak St., www.TransformNOLA.com.

New Orleans Chapter AMORC Rosicrucian’s – Meetings held every Sunday and Wednesday at our 2801 Loyola Ave. Suite 4, Kenner La 70062 Location. Call 504-472-5635

monday Therapeutic Yoga-Northshore – 5-6:15pm. This class provides a safe, supportive environment for those wanting to participate in a yoga practice to complement their current health regimen. Bayou De Zaire, Madisonville. Contact Becky to enroll: 504 669- 6885 or bopjay@gmail.com. Guided Meditation – 5-6:30pm. Strengthen your overall health as you are guided through meditation. Great for beginners and those experienced. Uptown Holistic Center, 723 Hillary, New Orleans. Dr. Jess Tregle 504-352-6418. Gentle Yoga in MidCity – 6-7pm. Also 7:058:10pm & 8:15-9:30pm. Becky Bazile, 500RYT certified teacher. 6-week sessions, sessions ongoing. Registration required, space limited to 8 students. $60/session or $12/walk-in (if space available). Yoga Village Studio 3443 Esplanade Ave. Nola. Register/Info: Becky 504-782-4432 or yogavillagenola@gmail.com All Levels Hatha Yoga – 6-7:30pm. Beginners welcome and appropriate for intermediate and experienced practitioners. Asana, pranayama, mantra, mudra, maybe some Sanskrit and more. $10/class or $48/6. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St, Covington. Info: 985-892-4170 or jgbjoseph@bellsouth.net

Guided Mediation and Knowledge Group – 6:30pm. Free guided meditation sponsored by Art of Living. The New Orleans Healing Center, 2732 St. Claude Ave (4th Floor). Info: Call Allen 504-247-6692. Roots of Yoga/Wild Lotus Downtown – 6:307:30pm. (also Thurs) This class explores the foundations of yoga practice and focuses in more detail on healthy alignment and body mechanics in postures. For beginners and beyond. Wild Lotus Yoga/Downtown, 2nd floor of New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claud Ave, NOLA. For info: 504-899-0047 or teamlotus@wildlotusyoga.com Insight Meditation Group – 7:30-9pm. Meditaton practice and discussion Tuesday evenings. 2134 Magazine St., 3rd fl., New Orleans. Info: noimg@ me.com or call Larry at 504-343-8378. Serenity Yoga/Wild Lotus Downtown – 7:459:15pm. Gentle postures, relaxation exercises and calming music with emphasis on chilling out and slowing down to melt away stress and center awareness. Wild Lotus Yoga/Downtown ,2nd floor of New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claud Ave, NOLA. For info: 504-899-0047 or teamlotus@wildlotusyoga.com

Do You Have Too Much Stuff? – 10-noon. Free in home consultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of creating new space & peace of mind. To schedule call (504) 920-1800. Spiritual, but not religious? – 11am. If you like what Wayne Dyer and Maryann Williamson have to say, you will love Unity Church of Practical Christianity in Metairie. We encourage the transformation of your life through practical spiritual principles. 3939, Veterans Blvd, Metairie (2 blocks west of Cleary, rear of Bldg). For more info call 504-885-7575.

Northshore Yoga – 5:30-7pm. All levels welcome to come and explore Hatha Yoga offered by Wendy McKee ERYT. Opening the body to settle the mind and connect within. Mats & Props provided $10/ class or $48/6 classes. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St., Covington Contact: Wendy McKee 985-789-0793 or wndymc@att.net

Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, info@nolaaikido.com. Hanna Somatics class – 7-8pm. Learn how to be more flexible and release pain and stiffness from muscles and joints. Bring mat & towel to Our Place Fitness, 338 N. Vermont in downtown Covington. $20. Call Danny Burke 504-915-7200 for more info. Yoga Diva in Harahan – 7pm. (also Wed 5:15). New and experienced yogis. Breathe, gently flow and focus to awaken one’s inner goddess. 5700 Citrus Blvd, upstairs in Curves of Elmwood. For info and pricing, call Karen 504-220-5325. Vinyasa Yoga/Yoga 504 – 6:30-7:45pm. Instructor: April Stolf. Come on an empty stomach, bring mat and water. Bodhisattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St., Metairie. Info: 504-982-9642.

tuesday Vinyasa Flow/Yoga 504 – 6:30pm. (also Sat 9am) Improve flexibility, focus, and balance. Connect with the higher vibrations of self and the Universe. Led by April Stolf. At Bodhisattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. Info: 504-888-9299. Crescent City Farmers Market/Uptown – 9am-1pm. Open air market with fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and pies, bedding plants, dairy products, freshly cut flowers. Located in the parking lot of Uptown Square.

wednesday Better Bottoms Merchandise Sales – 9am-3pm. Open to the public every Wed. Cloth Diapering Moms on site for questions and advice. Call to arrange for other dates or times. 1500 Edwards Ave, Ste F, Harahan, 70123. 504-731-7500. Guided Meditation – 10:30am-noon. Meditation is an excellent way to directly connect with your true inner self and with all divine energy to receive self-healing! Uptown Holistic Center, 723 Hillary, New Orleans. Call Dr. Jess Tregle: 504-352-6418. Hanna Somatics class – 2-3pm. Learn how to be more flexible and release pain and stiffness from muscles and joints. Wear loose clothing that allows for movement. EJGH Wellness Center, 3726 Houma Blvd. $10/nonmembers. Call Danny Burke 504-915-7200 for more info. German Coast Farmers Market/West Bank – 3-6:30pm. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie & fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausage, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 4th Wed. Located at 12715 Highway 90, St. Charles Plaza Shopping Center, Site of the old K-mart building, Luling, LA Northshore Yoga – 5:30pm. Gentle, challenging and relaxing classes focusing on breath and movement appropriate for beginners and seasoned students. Pleasant, stress-free environment with mats/props provided. 90 minutes @$10/class or 6 classes/$48. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St., Covington. Info/ Mary Ann Bossetta 200 RYT. 985-630-7242 or mboss@bellsouth.net

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Nia on the Northshore – 6-7pm. (also 8:30-9:30am Thurs). For all ages/levels, Nia is a self-healing and conditioning practice that combines dance, martial arts, and yoga. Soul-stirring music helps guide your body to express, de-stress, and rejuvenate. Bayou De Zaire Yoga, Madisonville. For info call 985-792-0003. Basic/Beginners Aikido Classes – 6:15-7:15pm. Practice a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include self-defense, flexibility, strength, balance, stress reduction, concentration, community, and fun! First class is free. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes suggested. NOLA Aikido, 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: 504-208-4861, info@nolaaikido.com. Rasta Vinyasa/Yoga 504 – 6:30-7:45pm. Experience yoga to the vibration of Reggae music. Instructor: April Stolf, Bodhisattva Tea Spa, 3021 N. Arnoult St, Metairie. Info: 504-982-9642. Meditation & Discussion Group – 7-8:30pm. A Vipassana (Insight) meditation group. All interested in learning to meditate are welcome. Donation based. Sponsored by Flowering Lotus Meditation and Retreat Center. Offered at The N.O. Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave (corner St. Roch), 4th fl, Info: 504-905-4090 or evolved812@aol.com.

friday Flow Wave at Wild Lotus – 9-10:30am. Flow emphasizes the practice of connecting breath and motion in a fluid style of movement. Flow-Waves classes include sequences from Kali Ray Tri-Yoga with a strong emphasis on wavelike spinal movement. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4832 Perrier St, NOLA. Info: (504) 899-0047 or teamlotus@wildlotusyoga.com Restorative Yoga – 6-7:15pm. In this class the body is supported in gentle yoga poses using bolsters and blankets and small adjustments are offered to enhance relaxation in the pose, offering a chance to unwind from our hectic day to day lives, release muscular tension and emotional stress. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4832 Perrier St, NOLA. Info: (504) 899-0047 or teamlotus@wildlotusyoga.com

saturday Vietnamese Farmers Market – 6-9am. Over 20 vendors set up shop on blankets spread with produce, beyond the courtyards are shops selling Vietnamese baked goods and imported groceries. 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd, New Orleans East.

Kundalini Yoga w/ Steph – 7:30-9pm. By donation! Come relax into the yoga of pure awareness. Expand into yourself. Heal from within. Divine Yoga Center: 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: Kundalini@YogaNOLA.com.

All Levels Hatha Yoga – 5-6:30pm. Beginners welcome and appropriate for intermediate and experienced practitioners. Asana, pranayama, mantra, mudra, maybe some Sanskrit and more. $10/class or $48/6. Yoga School, 603 S. Tyler St, Covington. Info: 985-892-4170 or jgbjoseph@bellsouth.net.

Crescent City Farmers Market/Downtown – 8amnoon. Open-air market with great selection of fresh locally grown fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and freshly made pies, bedding plants, dairy products, fresh flowers. Cooking demos by some of the city’s most acclaimed chefs. Located at 700 Magazine, corner of Girod, New Orleans. German Coast Farmers Market/East Bank – 8amnoon. Open-air market offering fresh produce, rotisserie meats, fresh meats, fresh pastries/breads, sausages, kettle corn, cracklins, prepared foods, soy candles, goat milk soap and lotions. Arts and crafts 2nd Sat. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Rd., Destrehan. For info call 985-359-0190. Camellia City Farmers Market – 8am.-1pm. Featuring yard eggs, Mediterranean foods, herbs, produce, baked goods, coffee and iced tea, local musicians, tastings and cooking demos. Griffith Park, 333 Erlanger and Second St, Olde Towne, Slidell. Info: 985-640-8291.

TriYogaNOLA/Mid-City – 6pm. Release, renew, and realize with relaxing, flowing movements to release tension in the body and calm the mind. All levels. 4436 Toulouse. For info and pricing call Karen: 504-220-5325. A Course in Miracles – 6:30-8pm. Offered by Dr. Gary Arnold continuously in New Orleans since 1988. Free and open to the public. Location: Unity Church of Metairie, 3303 Richland, Ste. 2A, Metairie.

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Yoga Class/Mid-City – 9:30am. Start your day in a positive frame of mind with a restorative experience. American Can (next to X-Trainers), 3700 Orleans Ave, Mid-City. $55/month or $20/class walk-ins. Info: 504-482-2FIT. Covington Farmers Market – 9am-1pm. (also 10am-2pm Wed) Offering fresh produce, fresh baked breads, prepared foods and plants. Located at Covington City Hall, 609 N Columbia St., Covington. Mandeville Trailhead Community Market – 9am1pm. Fifty-plus vendors weekly: Gourmet foods, art, produce and plants. Tai Chi at 9:30am. Parking lot of the Mandeville Trailhead on the St. Tammany Trace off LA59. For vendor/entertainment info: Donna Beakley 985-845-4515. Sitting Meditation Group – 10-11am. Come practice zazen (sitting meditation) as well as walking meditation. Instruction and discussion also available. 3909 Bienville St., Suite 103 (near Canal and Carrolton intersection) in Mid-City. More info: contact Brian by email at xernaut2@gmail.com or call 504-644-7351. Capoeira Angola w/ Donovan Miller – 10amnoon. By donation. Learn the Brazilian martial art at this beautivul community space. Divine Yoga Center, 1228 O.C. Haley Blvd. Contact: Kundalini@YogaNOLA.com Do You Have Too Much Stuff? – 10-noon. Free in home consultations by professional organizer, Stasia Cymes. Clear the Clutter guides you through the process of creating new space & peace of mind. To schedule call (504) 920-1800.

thursday Crescent City Farmers Market/Mid-City – 3-7pm. Farmers Market at 3700 Orleans Ave, American Can Co. building, New Orleans, rain or shine.

Yoga Basics - Northshore—9-10 am. (also 6-7:15pm Tues) This class creates a solid foundation for beginners. It’s also ideal for those wanting to refine the fundamentals of their yoga practice. Bayou De Zaire, Madisonville. For info call 985-792-0003.

Gretna Farmers Market – 8:30am-12:30pm. Featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, baked goods, dairy, native fruit wines and garden plants. Located in the old train depot, 300 Huey P. Long Ave, between 3rd and 4th streets, Gretna. Info: 504-362-8661. Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market – 8:30am12:30pm. Open year round, rain or shine. Free parking. Featuring fresh produce, seafood, bakery items, dairy, plants, prepared foods & handcrafted items. Plus live music & kids activities. 484 Sala Ave, corner of 4th St., Westwego. Contact 504-341-3424, x 209.

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Hollygrove Market & Farm – 10am-2pm. (also 10am-2pm Sundays & noon-6pm Tues). NOLA’s only CSA-style market selling each week assorted fresh local and organic fruit and vegetables from LA, MS & AL. 8301 Olive St, NOLA (across from Carrollton Boosters). Sankofa Farmers Market - 10am-2pm. Weekly market in the Ninth Ward offering fresh produce, seafood, baked goods, and plants from local farmers and fishermen. New location at 3819 St. Claude Ave. Info: 504-872-9214 or info@sankofanola.org.

Crossroads Arts Bazaar – 10am.-5pm. Indoor Art Market at the New Orleans Healing Center. Free. 2372 St. Claude Ave, NOLA. 504-940-1130. Indoor Art Market at the New Orleans Healing Center. Guided Meditation Group – 2:30-3:30pm. Free guided meditation sponsored by Art of Living. Fairgrinds Coffee House (upstairs), 3133 Ponce de Leon, New Orleans. Info: call Allen at 504-247-6692. ACA Came to Recover Meeting – 5:30-6:30pm. The Lambda Center is a safe place for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender members of various 12 step programs to meet. Groups that meet at Lambda are predominantly gay, but all are welcome to attend. The LambdaCenter, 1024 Elysian Fields.

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MARRAKESH MASSAGE

Zev Attias, LA Lic. #6926 319-855-3799 marrakeshmassage@gmail.com marrakeshmassage.com

We offer a variety of manual therapies in a luxurious and relaxing ambiance in our convenient Metairie location. See ad on page 5.

JANICE E. POSEY, DVM

315 Lee Ln., Ste. 104, Covington 985-898-3623/504-466-9129

acupuncture ACUPUNCTURE IN NOLA COMMUNITY CLINIC 3624 Magazine St., New Orleans 504-224-1069 AcupunctureInNOLA.com See ad on page 24.

KELLY KIVIKO, ACA

Louisiana Lic.# ACA.200012 530 E. Rutland St., Covington 985-869-3299

Acupuncture Works! It is a safe, drug-free approach to managing many common health concerns. Specializing in herbal medicine, pain, stress, women’s health, and more.

TONYA TIGART, ACA

LA Lic.# ACA.200032 3624 Magazine St., New Orleans 504-224-1069 AcupunctureInNOLA.com

Acupuncture is gentle and effective. Tonya offers Acupuncture and Oriental medicine in a relaxing environment. She is experienced in the treatment of pain, stress and allergies, plus many more conditions. Call to schedule an appointment.

addiction treatment ADDICTION RECOVERY RESOURCES, INC. 4933 Wabash St., Metairie 504-780-2766 ARRNO.org

Louisiana ’s leading private addiction treatment facility, providing effective care for adults struggling with addictive disorders. Our individualized programs address the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of addictive disease, including co-occurring disorders. See ad on page 15.

Offering a holistic, integrative approach to healing your beloved pet through acupuncture, herbal medicine/nutritional supplements, and food therapy. We treat the patient, not the symptoms. See ad on page 26.

bodywork AVIVA MASSAGE & BODYWORK SPA

Linda L. Strickland, BA, CHt, RM, LMT 601 Lafitte St., Mandeville 985-727-9665

Discover the difference & feel the peace through massage/ bodywork, select spa services & energy work. Integrative, intuitive, customized approach. Aromatherapy at all sessions. LA 1479;E2445. See ad on page 32.

BODY SUGARING USA DAY SPA

Dora Ochoa, L.M.T. 1800 W. Causeway Approach., Ste. 122 Mandeville 985-626-5538 BodySugaringUSA.com

Unique, painless & permanent hair removal, specializing in Brazilian bikini lines. Home of the “Slimmer You” body wrap and cellulite massage. Instant gift certificates on our website.

Letrice Barber-Hayes, LA Lic#5335-01 Kimberly Burrell, LA Lic#5460-01 2601 N. Hullen Ste 241, Metairie 504-310-5575 or 504-914-7114 PeacefulBeginningsForYou.com

Our goal is to tailor the client’s experience based on initial interview information, overall experience – We offer a variety of massage: traditional Swedish Massage, Sports Massage, Deep Tissue work, Hot Stone Massage, and Reflexology. See ad on page 12.

TOUCH AND HEAL MASSAGE THERAPY

Melissa K. Brocato, LMT, LA Lic#4861 8725 Oak St., New Orleans 504-388-1468 TouchAndHealMassageTherapy.com

Can you imagine a life without pain? Clinical massage could be an addition to your pain management routine. Also offering group packages, prenatal and sports massage. Located inside Salon Alphonse on Oak Street. Outcalls available.

UPTOWN THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Uptown Holistic Center LA Lic. # 389201 723 Hillary St., New Orleans 504-275-5923

Ken Leavitt, founder of the Uptown Holistic Center, has been studying Massage/Bodywork for over twenty years. Combining Asian,Eastern and Western modalities to provide lasting beneficial results. 90 minutes- $110.00. See ad on page 6.

LIFE SOMATICS

Danny Burke 504-915-7200 danny@lifesomatics.com LifeSomatics.com

PEACEFUL BEGINNINGS FOR YOU

Somatics, an all natural way to eliminate pain, repair injury and improve sports performance through gentle, slow movements. Danny is a Somatic Educator trained in the tradition of Thomas Hanna. Northshore and Southshore appointments available. See ad on page 35.

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chiropractic/wellness

counseling and psychotherapy

dermatology

CHIROPRACTIC ANDREA SCHEELE, LCSW, LMFT HEALTH “YouCENTER too can move away from the past and towards

Attachment Psychotherapy Dr. Debbi a lifeHannan of vitality, wholeness and fulfilling relationships.” 101 Clearview Pkwy. at Airline, Metairie 1303 Amelia St., New Orleans 504-899-2686 504-454-2000 Individual, Couples Relational Well-Being: in individuals HannanWellness.com & Family Therapy Experience the difference! We offer total wellness care: Chiropractic, Attachment Psychotherapy / EMDR detoxification, nutrition, endermologie, Andrea Scheele, LCSW, LMFT DRX-9000 non-surgical spinal de1303 Amelia Street New Orleans, LA 70115 compression, cold laser, EB-Cellular (504) 899-2686 Cleanser, Far Infra Red Sauna and the Ideal Protein Diet plan. See ad on page 11.

UPPER CERVICAL FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

128 W. Harrison Ave., New Orleans 504-488-1800 UCFamilyChiropractic.com

and couples. Trauma Resolution (EMDR): loss, childhood neglect and abuse & other traumatic events. Alleviate Anxiety and Depression. Emotional Support for a Healthy Lifestyle: weight loss. See ad on page 19.

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BOPP DERMATOLOGY AND FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY

3901 Houma Blvd., Ste 410, Metairie 504-455-9933 BoppSkin.com

We offer non-surgical alternatives to keeping your face, body and skin healthy and youthful. We specialize in lasers, filler, topicals, peels and ultrasound facial lifting to achieve our patient’s goals. See ad on page 11.

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PLANET BEACH CONTEMPO SPA RIVERBEND

MARYLOU SMITH

with theStreet, transformational power of PSYCH-K 701 Dante New Orleans Advanced PSYCH-K Facilitator 504-865-8266 Experience your unlimited power through the gentle process & Meditation PlanetBeach.com of PSYCH-K . Free yourself from traumatic memories, 504-723-2899 Be rejuvenated with info@marylousmith.com limiting thoughts and addictive behavior. Support what is our wellness most meaningful in the journey of livingservicyour life’sMarylouSmith.com purpose. es; a fully automated A results oriented approach to growth Marylouwithout Smith spa services TM

Rebuild, repair and renew your body today! Family wellness consultant, Dr. Joshua Rilette, helps alleviate aches and pains through specific PSYCH-K Facilitator the need of an attendant. Advanced Select from weight manPrivate Sessions chiropractic care and offers weight agement treatments, full body skincare treatments, loss plans, cold laser therapy, nutriUptown Holistic Center Hillary St, NOLA • 504.723.2899 relaxation needs,• 723 detoxification treatments, and tion, body cleansing, detoxification marylousmith.com info@marylousmith.com • psych-k.com overall health• treatments. See ad on page 8. and orthopedics. See ad on page 25. TM

& healing that is designed to restore balance & harmony to body, mind and emotions. Marylou also guides couples in conflict to peace through the gentle process of sacred mediation. See ad on page 23.

THE WOODHOUSE DAY SPA 4030 Canal St., New Orleans 504-482-NOLA (6652) Nola.WoodhouseSpas.com

cooking instruction THE ULTIMATE KITCHEN COMMANDO

Jodi Brown 504-616-7171 UltimateKitchenCommando.com

I teach my clients how to Eat their way to better health quickly, easily and deliciously. Empower yourself with a food makeover, a corporate lunch and learn, or a weekend retreat. I can customize a class and demonstration for your organization or church.

COSMETICS TEINTE HAIR SALON & STUDIO 816 Hickory Ave., Ste A Harahan

A full service hair salon and makeup studio specializing in organic hair products, organic beauty & bath products. We are the exclusive retailer of Afterglow organic mineral cosmetics. Free 5 Minute Makeup Consultations available. See ad on page 7.

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From beginning to end, our dedicated spa teams ensure your journey enhances your well-being and enlivens your spirit. Over 70 massage, facial, body and nail treatment options. Special packages and group events also available. See ad on page 13.

dentist MIKE ROBICHAUX, DDS

1101 Robert Blvd., Ste. A, Slidell 985-641-8058 MikeRobichauxDDS.com

Offering a holistic and patient-centered approach to dentistry, because we believe the health of the mouth and overall health cannot be separated. We help those we serve make decisions that are in their best interests, based on their values and goals, by providing state of the art information within a trusting relationship. See ad on page 20.

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Energy/Environment Advocacy ALLIANCE FOR AFFORDABLE ENERGY

2372 St. Claude Ave., NOLA 504-208-9761 All4Energy.org

The Alliance for Affordable Energy is a nonprofit that advocates for fair, affordable, environmentally responsible, community-based energy policies for Louisiana and the nation. Founded in 1985, the Alliance watchdogs Louisiana’s regulatory bodies and Utility companies. See ad on page 8.

feng shui LIVE, LOVE AND FENG SHUI Eveline Hoffmann Feng Shui practitioner 504-861-3370 boehlen747@gmail.com

Offering Feng shui consultations for homes and businesses Find balance and serenity within your home .Make intentional changes in your dwellings and you will alter your life in positive wide ranging ways. Your environment will begin to assist you and you will uncover solutions to your day to day issues and life will improve. See ad on page 19.

Fitness ALL INCLUSIVE HEALTH FITNESS STUDIO 4119 Magazine St. 504-715-0397 AllInclusiveHealth.com

All In – a whole health fitness studio! Exercise: personal training, running plans, group exercise classes. Eat: get a nutrition plan from our fitness nutrition specialist or schedule a medical nutrition therapy session with our registered dietician. See ad on page 18.

FISHING CHARTER POISSON ROUGE CHARTERS Inland Saltwater Fishing and Wetland Tours 504-782-4917 PRouge.com

Enjoy a chartered fishing trip for speckled trout and redfish and stay vacation with two nights at the Rose Guesthouse B & B on historic Esplanade Ave. $600 for 2 guests. Additional guests $100 each. See ad on page 24.

flower essences ELIZABETH OHMER PELLEGRIN, R.M.T.

Australian Bush Flower Practitioner 504-388-2356 nolareiki@gmail.com NolaReiki.com

Practitioner and teacher of Australian Bush Flower Essences. Many custom blended essences available, including: Woman, Calm & Clear, Study, Detox, Travel Ease, Adolescence, Yoga, Confidence and Stress Relief. National LMT/CEU classes available. See ad on page 26.

holistic healing Centers AFFORDABLE HEALING ARTS A Community of Healers located inside the NOHC 985-467-0900 helpme@affordablehealingarts.com affordablehealingarts.com

AHA! is a beautiful, comfortable space where practitioners and clients meet. Independent practitioners find affordable shared office space in a community environment. Clients find practitioners with their best interests in mind. See ad on page 10.

UPTOWN HOLISTIC CENTER

REBECCA GREEN

723 Hillary St., New Orleans 504-865-0966 UptownHolisticCenter.com

A group of independent Holistic Practitioners committed to the highest level of Holistic Health Care. Emphasis on the whole person – body, mind & spirit – allows for a more complete process of healing and well-being.

Shamanic Practitioner Affordable Healing Arts LLC 2372 St. Claude Ave., Ste. 220, New Orleans 408-540-8627 rebecca.green51@gmail.com

holistic/energy healing

Journey into the shamanic realms for self-discovery, retrieving soul-parts disassociated in trauma, clearing blocks and connecting with your essential self. Energy work, sound healing, movement integration. Workshops and individual sessions.

CENTER FOR ENLIGHTENED TRANSFORMATION

STEP’S HOLISTIC INFORMATION & REFERRAL SERVICES

Cindy B. Daigle 504-931-6494 North shore and New Orleans area cindy@outlookdesign.com CindyDaigle.org

Cindy utilizes powerful energetic healing methods to shift and balance the auric field, chakras and the cells of our body. Health, Joy, and Balance within, attracts the same externally. See ad on page 17.

Connecting People With People and Information Around The World. I enjoy helping people to reach their goals, from around the country to around the world via the Telephone & the Internet.

NOLA BIOMAT TEAM BioMat Healing Synergy 504-388-6388 NolaBioMat.com

HARMONIOUS YOU, LLC Holistic Therapy/PSYCH-K 504-669-1020 HarmoniousYou.org

PSYCH-K is a fast, safe, non-invasive, extremely effective technique that combines psychology and kinesiology that works with the subconscious mind to change negative beliefs that hold us back from having the life we want. See ad on page 24.

DR. JESS TREGLE

Metaphysician 504-352-6418 ReconnectingLife.com

Let us do a demo of this healing mat that works through a synergy of FarInfrared Heat, Negative Ions, and Amethyst Crystals. A safe, natural way to achieve optimal health now and maintain a more resilient body in the future. See ad on page 13.

indoor Environmental services HEALTHY HOME SOLUTIONS, LLC

Heal your body, mind & spirit! You will become more relaxed and peaceful and more happy, light, and uplifted! Release ALL forms of negativity from you such as stress, anger, anxiety/fear, sadness, and pain! Gain inner-peace and true freedom.

POWER PATH ACADEMY OF SELF EMPOWERMENT AND TRANSFORMATION Mike Wittenbrink, MBA 504-339-0594 PowerPath.org

L.E. “Step” Stepteaux, Jr., C.Ht. 504-236-4687 Stepinfo@mailaka.net

Call (985)288-5858 HealthyHome-Solutions.com

Healthy Home Solutions, LLC is a fully certified and insured indoor environmental consulting firm. Services include inspections, forensic investigations, consulting and design solutions for mold, corrosive drywall, lead, and many other “sick building” related problems. See ad on page 12.

integrative medicine IRENE SEBASTIAN, M.D., Ph.D

Our mission is to awaken people to their own power and potential – to self-empowerment and transformation. Learn to find your power, heal yourself, and create a better life! Create more joy, love, self-esteem, selfconfidence, and raise your level of consciousness. Weekly Tuesday class. 25 years experience. Workshops, personal coaching, and Free Classes. Details on web page.

401 Veterans Blvd., Ste. 203, Metairie 504-838-9804 IreneSebastianMD.com

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Dr. Kathleen Posey, M.D. 377 Hwy 21, Ste. 101, Madisonville 985-845-4111 KathleenPoseyMD.com

Our mission is to improve health and reverse chronic disease through hormonal and energetic balancing and nutrition. A practice of preventive medicine and wellness with a holistic approach to women’s gynecological and overall health. We offer a healthy medically supervised weight loss program. See ad on page 21.

SLIDELL NUTRITIONAL MEDICINE

Dr. James Fambro 315 Robert Blvd., Ste. A, Slidell 985-288-5162 GetWellSlidell.com

Give your body what it needs to be Self-Healing. Our services include Functional Medicine Evaluation, Sports Medicine Evaluation, Intravenous Vitamin/Mineral Therapies, Food and Environmental Testing/Treatment, Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy & Pulsed Magnetic Field Therapy. See ad on page 16.

martial arts NOLA AIKIDO

BETTER BOTTOMS

Providing practice in a martial art of peace for every body whose benefits include fitness, core training, flexibility, balance, strength, mindfulness, stress reduction, self-defense, and fun. All are welcome to our beautiful Mid-City facility! See ad page 7.

Better Bottoms is an affordable cloth diaper service that has serviced hundreds of New Orleans Metro area babies! Keep baby happy and healthy while keeping diapers out of landfills! Check our website for diaper options and accessories. See ad on page 19.

3909 Bienville St., Ste 103 New Orleans 504-208-4861

Shifu King Lam 8132 Willow St., Uptown 504-866-2241 KingLam1199@gmail.com

Asian Arts to improve health, fitness, personal safety, rejuvenate energy. Achieve a better mind, body and spirit. Serving New Orleans community for 35 years. KingLamtaichi-karate.com. See ad on page 29 and calendar for classes.

BLUE CLIFF COLLEGE Clearview Mall, Metairie 504-293-0972

APRIL STOLF MNLP, RYT 504-982-9642 april@aprilstolf.com gestalt-institute.com AprilStolf.com

Life, Yoga, Fashion. A unique combination of services from an NLP Master Practitioner, Yoga Instructor, and Fashion Expert to support you in becoming your best Self. Overcome obstacles, regain enthusiasm, build confidence, improve overall health, and discover your personal style. See ad on page 30.

WENDYLYNN BERGERON

Certified Life Empowerment Coach 504-421-0567 coachwendy@live.com

Having a Life you Love to Live Starts When You Choose to Create it. I would Love to empower you to create the changes that you Desire and Deserve! Emotional Empowerment Coaching for Teens and Adults.

New Orleans

Diaper Delivery 504-731-7500 BetterBottomsBaby.com

TAI CHI-QI GONG

massage schools

life coach

natural baby & child

Train for an exciting, new career as a Licensed Massage Therapist. Earn an Associates degree upon completion of advanced massage training. Inquire about financial aid. See calendar for information about our $30-student massage clinic. Visit our retail shop for massage supplies: Biotone & Therapro Cremes & Oils, aromatherapy products, books & more. Monthly specials! See ad on page 7.

natural foods & supplements NATURE LOVERS HEALTH FOOD 3014 Cleary Ave., Metairie 504-887-4929 CherylBreaud@gmail.com

Since 1985. We are your independent health food store. Our goal is to provide the knowledge you need to take responsibility for your health. Our knowledgeable staff will help you find answers. Vitamins, herbs, gluten-free products.See ad on page 26.

PHYTOBURST CHEWS

Jeanie Leclere 504-888-4464/504-319-3665 Jeanie_leclere@att.net

Plant Based PhytoBurst Chews have the same amount of vitamins and minerals as the food in this bountiful basket! Tasty Nutrition Chews help support our immune system, increased energy, & promote longevity. Free samples. Six-month money back guarantee.

natural Pharmacy CASSO’S WELLNESS STORE & GYM

ministry/spirituality UNITY CHURCH OF METAIRIE 3939 Veterans Blvd., Metairie 504-885-7575 Daily Prayer Line 504-885-7056

Breaking boundaries through transformative thought. A Christian church celebrating the Love of Spirit while honoring all paths. (2 blocks off Cleary, entrance/parking in rear of bldg). Sunday service 11am.

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Cutting edge holistic nutrition services. Specializing in complementary and alternative medicine, therapeutic uses of foods, supplementation, vegetarian nutrition, women’s health, sports performance, eating disorders, depression, addiction, and more. See ad on page 18.

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Offering 22 years experience in Reiki – Usui Shiki Ryoho, upholding the highest standards in Reiki classes and Reiki sessions. Reiki is simple to learn and can be applied as self-treatments to enhance health and emotional well-being or in clinical settings as a practitioner. See also Flower Essences listing. See ad on page 26 and calendar for classes.

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Elegant, donation based retreat center in quaint, quiet Magnolia, MS just 1 1/2 hours from New Orleans, Baton Rouge or Jackson. Ongoing retreats in meditation and yoga. Ongoing meditation group in New Orleans. Vegetarian. Available for rental. Capacity for 40 people. See ad on page 22 and ongoing calendar.

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WELLNESS CENTER JOURNEY INTO WELLNESS

3939Houma Blvd. Bldg. 3 Suite 15 Doctors Row Metairie, LA 70006 504.909.3723 JourneyIntoWellness.net

A place of learning and complementary therapies and modalities are all available in our newly renovated medical complex. Treatment rooms and class space for practitioners are available to rent. Contact Tianne Lastra, Director. See ad on page 35.

yoga BAYOU DE ZAIRE YOGA STUDIO A Yoga Haven on the Northshore 149 Hwy. 1077, Madisonville 985-792-0003 BayouDeZaireYoga.com

Now Open! Practice yoga the way the ancient yogis intended: surrounded by nature. A soaring ceiling, skylights, wood floors, and windows overlooking 6 acres of piney woods-Bayou de Zaire is convenient serenity for Yoga, Nia, and Meditation. Our dedicated instructors, among the best on the Northshore, teach all ages and levels. We especially welcome beginners, baby boomers, and those who seek yoga to heal physically & holistically, age gracefully, and de-stress naturally. See ad on page 6.

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Kundalini Yoga is considered to be the most comprehensive of yogas, combining meditation, physical practice and breathing exercises. All levels of experience are welcome to all classes. See ad on page 31 and calendar for events/ classes.

4413 Chastant St., Metairie 504-484-9579 NamasteMatairie.com

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Metairie’s premiere yoga, Pilates & movement studio is a cozy neighborhood community offering 25+ classes & workshops each week to bring balance, strength & clarity to your life and body. See ad on page 18.

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Cutting edge technology for early disease detection. No radiation – no contact – painless. Specializing in full body imaging. Best detection for breast, heart, thyroid, gallbladder disorders, cancers, etc. See ad on page 6.

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Experience peace and serenity in this treetop space. Yoga, Pilates, Nia and TRX workout classes are offered throughout the week; private sessions are also available. Class schedule, descriptions and more on website. See ad on page 31.

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Gambit’s ”Best Place to Take a Yoga Class” eight years in a row. Over 40 ongoing classes per week for beginners and experienced taught by skilled teachers in a peaceful, positive atmosphere. Offering courses, workshops, retreats and concerts. See ad on page 31 and calendar for events/classes.

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Offering Yoga Alliance registered teacher training with certification at the 200 hour and 500 hour levels. Also a state licensed Yoga Therapy training program. Visit website for more information. See ad on page 31.

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Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy combines meditation, assisted yoga postures, breathwork and client-centered dialogue to promote self-awareness. Discover the wisdom of your body. See ad page 31.

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